Take note

Show Day Public Holiday | Thursday 24 October

We would like to remind you that tomorrow, Thursday 24 October, is a public holiday for Show Day. There will be no school on Thursday, and the College office and reception will be closed. We hope you enjoy the day off.

Please note that the following day, Friday 25 October, is a regular school day, and all students are expected to attend. We look forward to seeing everyone back at the College on Friday.

If your child will be absent on Friday, please notify the school through the usual absence reporting process.

Big Splash Consent2Go reminder | Friday 25 October

On Friday 25 October, all Senior School students will be attending the annual Big Splash at the Clarence Aquatic Centre.

If your child is taking part, please ensure you have filled out the Consent2Go form before Friday. Students must have parental or carer consent in order to participate in the Big Splash.

Parental control over devices

Many parents and carers are understandably concerned about their children's internet usage, and for good reason. There are several measures that parents can take to enhance cybersecurity, including:

Setting boundaries and screen time limits
Monitoring online activities
Using parental control software
Educating children about safety online
Encouraging open communication
Establishing a family internet use plan
Seeking professional help when needed.

Please find below a link to a very useful overview of the monitoring and control functions that parents can utilise to increase their ability to keep their families safe online.

Family Sharing overview for kids and teens

Art and Design Exhibition 2024

Join us on Friday 15 November for the opening night of our annual Art and Design Exhibition. The event will showcase a stunning array of student work across a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture and digital art.

Guests can explore the 11/12 TCE Art Exhibition, browse the Years 7-10 Art and Design displays, enjoy live music and refreshments, and experience an inspiring fashion show, showcasing the creativity and skill of our talented Textiles students.

The event will also feature the presentation of the prestigious 2024 Art Awards and Art Acquisition, celebrating exceptional achievements and dedication to art.

Everyone is welcome to come along to this fantastic community event – so spread the word! We hope to see you there.

Please RSVP to Megan Hunniford at mhunniford@smc.tas.edu.au

Student exam resources

As exam season approaches, we know it can be a stressful time. But don’t worry, we’ve got plenty of resources to help you succeed:

Remember, preparation is key! Visit the TASC website here for more resources and exam-ready tips.

Midford Uniform Shop | Closure and relocation notice

As communicated in our Principal's newsletter article, the St Mary's College Uniform Shop will be relocating to Sandy Bay in November 2024.

The shop's final day of operation at St Mary's College will be Thursday 31 October (trading from 8.00am–4.00pm).

The new Midford Sandy Bay Uniform Shop will open to our College community on Monday 11 November at 8.00am. The shop is located on the corner of York and Regent Streets.

During this period of transition, the online store will continue to operate as usual, with three different collection points: you can collect your items from Midford Sandy Bay, choose to have your parcel delivered to St Mary’s College in our once-a-week drop-off, or have your parcel delivered to home or work for a cost of $15.

Please note that uniform items will be unavailable for purchase from Friday 1 November while the business moves its stock to the new premises.

Opening hours

Throughout the school term, the new shop will be open from 8.00 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday, and from 10.00am to 1.00pm on Saturday.

Alumni Mass and AGM

Attention alumni: Mark your calendars and get ready to reconnect!

We warmly invite all alumni of St Mary's College to join us for the Alumni Mass and Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday 9 November. Reconnect with old friends, share your stories and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea and a glass of bubbles.

The AGM is a wonderful opportunity to meet both familiar and new faces and to share ideas on future alumni events and engagements. Mass will commence in the Adrian Doyle Chapel at 12.00pm.

To help us with catering arrangements, please RSVP by Friday 1 November to Alumni President, Rebecca Godfrey: rgodfrey@smc.tas.edu.au