From the Principal 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

After 10 1/2 years on the College Board, (9 1/2 as Chair), Peter Hoban (father of old scholars Sarah, Alice and Edward) will retire from the Board at the end of this year. I am sure you will join with me in congratulating and thanking Peter for his outstanding contribution to the College. 

I am delighted to announce that the Board has appointed, and Loreto Ministries Limited (the national Loreto body) has approved the appointment of current Board member and Old Scholar (1984 to 1988) Samantha (Sam) Hellams as the new Chair from 1 January 2025. Sam is exceptionally well qualified and experienced for the role. Sam has a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Laws, Master of Business Administration and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Sam is the CEO of a large community services provider and serves on a number of other boards and board committees. Sam is imbued with the values of Mary Ward and is committed to achieve our goal of educational excellence. I am sure you join with me in congratulating Sam on her appointment.

Celebrating the Success of Our Senior School Musical: Mamma Mia!       

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible success of our Senior School musical, Mamma Mia!, which took to the stage of our St Anne’s Performing Arts Centre with a fantastic cast and crew of 58 talented students. Over the course of five captivating performances, our students brought the beloved story of love, friendship, and family to life in a way that will be remembered for years to come. 

I am so proud of each student involved in the production. Their hard work, dedication, and passion shone through every performance, creating an unforgettable experience for the entire school community. From the upbeat, toe-tapping songs of ABBA to the heartwarming moments that left the audience smiling, the production was a true testament to the talent, teamwork, and commitment of our students.

A special thank you goes to the outstanding staff members who played pivotal roles in bringing this vision to life. Mr Tim de Jong, Ms Casmira Lorien, Ms Georgia Brass, and Ms Elicia Baldwin provided invaluable support, direction, and guidance throughout the rehearsal process, ensuring the production’s success from start to finish. Their unwavering commitment to our students and the performing arts is deeply appreciated.

We are incredibly proud of all involved in Mamma Mia!. Congratulations to all the students and staff for a job well done!

Acacias Ball: Celebrating 120 years of Loreto education in South Australia

I am delighted to announce that tickets are now available for The Acacias Ball, a momentous occasion to celebrate 120 years of Loreto College Marryatville. This significant event will take place on Saturday, 5 April 2025, at the iconic Adelaide Oval. The Acacias Ball promises to be a truly special evening, bringing together our wonderful Loreto community to honour our rich history and look forward to an exciting future. I warmly encourage you to secure your tickets early for what will undoubtedly be a memorable celebration. Tickets are available here.

Kylie McCullah 

Principal