Vinnies Homelessness Reflection Afternoon
Members of the Vinnies service group attended a reflection afternoon focused on homelessness.
The girls explored many aspects associated with this social issue, from why people become homeless to how we can continue to assist those in need.
We watched an enlightening and educational video, which presented people who had experienced homelessness as they discussed their circumstances and lifestyle.
One of the most influential activities members participated in was writing a diary account of a homeless person. This enabled members to put themselves in the perspective of a homeless person to be able to gain an understanding of the difficulties they face daily. These ranged from the limited access to food, showers, hygiene products and lack of security.
Led impeccably by the Vinnies leaders, the afternoon was a worthwhile experience for everyone.
Combating The Attention Span Crisis In Our Students – Jennifer Oaten
It is no secret that attention spans have been steadily declining, especially among younger generations growing up immersed in digital technology. The average person’s attention span when using a digital device has plummeted from around two and a half minutes back in 2004 to just 47 seconds on average today – a dramatic 66% decrease over the past two decades.
Weekly Wrap Up: Term 2, Week 2, 2024
Week 2 has come to an end! This Weekly Wrap Up features highlights from Scuba Diving Club, the Sisterhood Series, and Boarding ANZAC Service.
Santa Maria Teams Shine in Term 1 Sports
Santa Maria had a huge number of girls in the IGSSA AFL and Volleyball competition with strong results for a number of teams.
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Author: Santa Maria College
Santa Maria College is a vibrant girls school with a growing local presence and reputation. Our Mission is to educate young Mercy women who act with courage and compassion to enrich our world. Santa Maria College is located in Attadale in Western Australia, 16 km from the Perth CBD. We offer a Catholic education for girls in Years 5 – 12 and have 1300 students, including 152 boarders.
