Welcome to Western Australia!
Around 30 people, who have recently settled into Australia, gathered together at a Welcome Picnic last weekend. Santa Maria students from the Seeds of Justice leadership group attended the picnic run by the St Vincent de Paul Society.
The girls shared lunch with the families and then facilitated games and activities such as Twister, Uno and painting. Our girls were joined by students from Aranmore Catholic College and Sacred Heart College, and participated in group dances such as the macarena, YMCA and many more. It was a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon.
Year 9 student, Abby Young said, “I loved attending the Welcome to WA Refugee Picnic on Sunday. I had so much fun painting, playing games and dancing with the kids. It was lovely to see how grateful the families were when we gave them toys and hampers with Australian food. It is wonderful that Vinnies organised such a welcoming event.
Lee-Elle’s Insights from the ‘Make it 16’ Forum
Lee-Elle Cooper is a passionate Year 12 student who advocates for youth engagement and political participation. She has recently returned from the Make It 16 Forum in Canberra.
With Laurissa Knowles From Valley Depths to Mountain Peaks (1993)
Laurissa Knowles (1993) has had an incredible career journey so far, from Santa Maria College Teacher to Celebrant and Councillor.
Elevating Spaces: Diana Ellis’ Signature Touch & Architecture Magic
What happens when you mix a love for art, travel, nature, and creativity with construction and building? You get the essence of Diana Ellis’ career!
- Compassion, ConnectingLearning2Life, EmotionalIntelligence, Respect
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.
