Dear Parents, Students and Friends

All in one week, we have celebrated the Year 12 Formal and the Year 10 ‘Spring Fling’ in absolute style! Firstly, congratulations to our Year 12 students on the completion of their thirteen years of schooling. A wonderful achievement that has them well placed for the future. On behalf of the College, I extend our warmest congratulations!

Year 10 did not disappoint in the fashion stakes!

An impressive display of flair and creativity featured as Year 10 stepped out on Tuesday evening for their special event. Beautiful photos captured both occasions at Moruya Golf Club. We are most grateful for the support of the Club in hosting our functions this year.

New Facilities in the Planning
We are in the process of making initial application for Capital Project funding. The vision for the proposed project is a dedicated and flexible TAS/Science/VET/Maker Space/STEM facility purpose built to enable effective integration, fluid movement and collaboration between faculties for students. STEM initiatives will be prioritised in an environment that allows space for student creativity and innovation. Staff can collaborate between classes and year levels for project work with a flexible learning space that is adaptable for future technological advances. 

The project aims to increase student engagement and opportunities in the areas of STEM and applied sciences. Our goal is also to encourage greater uptake of girls into these areas for future employment and training and to address the skills shortage of trades and innovative technologies across the local area.

A new student toilet block is high on our agenda, with this being the first priority. Plans are underway with Architect, Russell McFarland.

We also hope to landscape the central courtyard area of the College to provide a more functional and aesthetically appealing space for students. Additional seating and more shade will be incorporated into the design. Exciting times ahead!

Staffing

As we move into Week 7 next week, staffing is almost finalised for the 2021 school year. We have a very strong team. Latest updates follow for your information.

Following a panel selection process, I am pleased to inform you that Corrinne Dell has gained the permanent position of Pastoral Coordinator. I congratulate Corrinne on her appointment and wish her every success in the role.

In other staffing news, I am very happy to confirm that:

• Amy Dalgleish will be continuing into next year teaching TAS and Religion.
• Erin Smith has been appointed in a full-time temporary teaching capacity for Term 1, 2021 teaching PE, HSIE and English.
• Izabela Rudol from De La Salle Catholic College, Caringbah has gained a temporary position teaching Science and Religion.
• Sean Mulally will be joining the Pastoral team as a second Pastoral Assistant for 2021.

Enjoy a restful weekend.

Yours sincerely

Jacqueline Heffernan
Principal