From the Principal
It has been a short but very busy term with academics including NAPLAN, sporting events, House Feast Days and many wonderful events that enrich our College life. Last week we celebrated Harmony Day, one of my most favourite days of the year. It was magnificent to see our staff and students celebrating their heritage and culture so proudly and I thank Mr Jon Levy for his hard work in coordinating this special day.
As we reach the end of Lent, our beautiful Holy Week Liturgies challenged us to reflect on ourselves and how we treat others, as we followed Jesus’ journey to his crucifixion, death and resurrection. It was a most moving experience enhanced by the readers, the actions of students and our liturgical choir. Jesus was the greatest influencer of his time and He should still be relevant to us all today. Following Jesus’ messages can only make us better people, able to influence others to choose to become better each day. Thank you to Ms Margaret Kyd, Mrs Jenny Palermo, Mr Luke D’Labio and all staff and students who participated.
Both Harmony Day and Holy Week remind us to be Easter people-living as followers of the risen Jesus, characterised by hope, joy, and a commitment to love and peace, practising forgiveness and kindness ALWAYS. This is particularly poignant in our current world where many people are living in unstable environments.
At the Year 7 and new Parents information evening on 23 March, Miss Carrol Abel shared some enlightening responses from a survey completed by Year 7 parents. What surprised me the most, was that despite the new social media restrictions introduced in December 2025, many of our students under the age of 16, are still using Tik Tok and Instagram! I urge parents to monitor online behaviours and to become familiar with the restrictions. A useful resource is
https://www.esafety.gov.au/about-us/industry-regulation/social-media-age-restrictions-hub
Our Senior Girls Basketball team played in the Division 1 Grand Final on Tuesday against John Septimus Roe. While the girls did not win, I was proud to see them fight hard until the end. The team showed great courage, strength and teamwork. Congratulations on the way you represented the College and thank you to Miss Raya Thompson and Mr Noah Valentine for coaching the team.
Reports have been uploaded onto SEQTA and I encourage parents to discuss future goals with their children and to take the opportunity to attend the Parent-Student-Teacher Interviews on Monday 20 April to receive more detailed feedback from teachers.
I would like to thank and acknowledge two of our dedicated teachers who are leaving the College.
Mrs Michelle Hoffmann, our Head of Learning Diversity, who is going to spend more time with her family and analysing the performance of her beloved West Coast Eagles.
Mrs Merryl Byfield, our Learning Hub Coordinator and teacher of Science who recreated our Library space and transformed it into the vibrant welcoming area we now see. Mrs Byfield will be travelling and pursuing her many hobbies.
I am delighted to announce that Ms Anne-Marie Palmer will be our new Head of Learning Diversity. We will welcome Ms Kelly O’Regan to our College next term to fulfil the role of Coordinator of Learning Hub and Information Services.
Miss Carrol Abel will commence LSL, returning on 8 June. Mr Aaron D’Souza will fulfil her role as Deputy Principal Years 7 & 10. Mr Roger D’Almeida returns from his LSL and will recommence his role as Deputy Principal Years 8 & 11.
While some students were excited by the prospect of the New House System to be introduced in 2027, I sorry to say that the foolish announcement was made on 1 April!
I wish the community the blessings of the Easter season. I hope that you will take the opportunity to attend some of the services over Holy Week.
“In our own lives, we often find ourselves in ‘Holy Saturday’ moments when we cannot see resurrection, and suffering still holds sway. But this day reminds us that love does not end in the tomb. Compassion means choosing to remain present, even when there is no visible hope, trusting that God is at work in the unseen.” (Bishop Brian Mascord)
God bless and have a restful break.
Ms S Rainford
Principal
Message from Mrs Annette Morey, Executive Director of Catholic Education WA.