CONGRATULATIONS JESSICA COLE | We couldn't be prouder of our incredible Year 11 student, Jessica Cole, who just made waves at the World Junior Swimming Championships in Israel! In the 200m Butterfly, Jess delivered an outstanding performance, finishing 3rd in her heat and securing her spot in the FINAL. She went on to claim 5th place in the WORLD in this prestigious event! To put this achievement in perspective, Jess is just 16 years old and competing against the top 8 Junior swimmers (aged 18 and under) from around the globe. This is truly breathtaking and an absolute credit to the hard working, determined and humble athlete that Jess is. Jess, you are an inspiration to us all and St Mary’s is so proud of you, congratulations! #JessInIsrael #WorldJuniorChamp #SwimStar #200Butterfly

SWIMMING SUCCESS | Current students Aya Milton (Year 12) and Ivy Miller (Year 10) have recently represented NSW All Schools at the Australian All Schools Swimming Championships at the Sydney Aquatic Centre in Homebush. This competition took place from Monday 21st August to Saturday 26th August. This is the very highest level of competition that students can access through the school representative sports pathway which brings the very best school age swimmers together from across the country to compete for the title of Australian All Schools Champion. Both Aya and Ivy were nothing short of exceptional throughout the event, with both girls bringing home Australian Titles. Aya, who is in her final year of school, was rewarded for her years of success, dedication, and service by carrying the title of NSW All Schools Swim Team Captain for this year’s event. Their results are as follows: Aya Milton • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 200m Freestyle and Under 19’s Australian All Schools Champion • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 4 x 50m Freestyle Relay • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 4 x 100m Freestyle Relay • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 10 x 50 mixed Freestyle Relay • 2nd place and a Silver medal in the 100m Freestyle • 2nd place and a Silver medal in the 4 x 50m Medley Relay • 4th place in the 50m Freestyle • 4th place in the 400m Freestyle • 5th place in the 100 Butterfly Ivy Miller • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 100m Backstroke and Under 16’s Australian All Schools Champion • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 100m Backstroke and Under 16’s Australian All Schools Champion • 1st place and a Gold medal in the 200m Backstroke and Under 16’s Australian All Schools Champion • 2nd place and a Silver medal in the 4 x 50m Medley Relay The world of swimming is extremely competitive. To even be competing at the Australian All Schools Championships is an incredible feat but to win an event and be named the National Australian All Schools champion is simply phenomenal. Congratulations to both Aya and Ivy on your outstanding achievements. #AUSTSWIMMINGSTARS #GOLD #OUTSTANDING #SMCGIRLS

CELEBRITING DIVERSITY | Year 9 students organised their own assembly this morning, based on the College value Love of Learning. It was a wonderful celebration of learning and community. Thank you to the parents and carers who joined us. The theme for Year 9 this year is ‘Celebrating Diversity’, and this was demonstrated in abundance. The girls showcased their learning in their elective classes and it was impressive and heart warming to see them engage with so much enthusiasm. Well done, Year 9!