HAPPY WORLD TEACHERS’ DAY | We take this opportunity on World Teachers’ Day (recognised formally around the world on 5 October) to thank each of our wonderful teachers at St Mary’s for the incredible work that they do, for the energy and dedication in which they bring to the work of inspiring, leading and educating our students. Staff enjoyed a little sweet treat for morning tea and thank you bookmarks. #WorldTeachersDay #ThankATeacher #StMarysEducators #InspireEducateLead

YEAR 9 REFLECTION DAYS | Year 9 students participated in two days of enrichment beyond the classroom this week. On Monday, half the cohort travelled to Camp Wombaroo for a day of outdoor education activities. These included the Giant Swing, Flying Fox, Raft Build, Archery and Vertical Challenge. The other half of the cohort engaged in a Reflection Day at school, led by Youth Mission Team Australia. The focus was on relationships and the activities were highly engaging and lots of fun. On Tuesday, the groups swapped over for a second day of activities. It was a wonderful opportunity that focused on Building Self and Building Others.

ANZAC MEMORIAL | Year 9 History students visited the Anzac Memorial studying primary sources to learn the stories of courage and sacrifice of Australians in World War I.