YEAR 8 SMC/ERC SOCIAL DAY | Last Thursday 15 June, Year 8 students went to Edmund Rice College for the highly anticipated Social Day. The students engaged in a range of activities, including sport, dancing and trivia. In the evening, students were invited to SMC for a disco and activities evening. The day was a great success with wonderful feedback from both staff and students.

DIOCESAN NETBALL | Thank you to all the students who represented St Mary’s in the Diocese of Wollongong Netball Championships on Friday, 16th June. It was wonderful to see so many St Mary’s students in action, whether it be playing umpiring or helping. We also had many successes on the day: Junior A- First place Junior B- Second place Inter A- First place Inter B- First place Senior B- Second place. Thank you to Ms Kent, Miss Thorne, Mrs Vidal, Ms Fitzgerald and Imogen for assisting with coaching on the day. Donna Fearon

REFUGEE WEEK | In recognition of refugee week, today five students attended a Community Conversation with people seeking Asylum. This was hosted at the Good Samaritan Congregational Centre at Glebe. We were fortunate and moved to hear the stories of Idrissa and Dindo as asylum seekers in Australia. The difficulties they have had to overcome and continue to experience. This provided us with further understanding of the process and experiences of asylum seekers from their perspective. We were encouraged to know that there are support networks such as the Jesuit Refugee Service (aus.jrs.net) but more needs to be done. We were encouraged to become more politically aware and to speak to our MP’s. We can also take action by donating food, toiletries and vouchers. The day opened our eyes to the fact that, we can be a part of the solution and that every refugee and asylum seeker has a story. #refugeeweek #goodsams #asylumseekers #courage