Sustainability 

St Mary's are proud participants of the 'i sea i care' program. Each year, four student ambassadors are selected to take part in the program. It is an award winning program that fosters a strong sense of ‘Marine and Coastal Self-Esteem’ and stewardship. Ambassadors are invited to attend one workshop each term, where they learn about the value of our marine environment, how we are always connected to it and how to teach the wider community to care for it. The program was developed by the Dolphin Research Institute (DRI).

Last Wednesday, our Year 4 student ambassadors: Peter, Ruby, Caleb and Tayla attended their first workshop for the year, together with Miss Dullard. The day involved swimming, snorkeling and sightseeing on Moonraker Charters in Port Phillip Bay. 

We were graced with the presence of dolphins, swimming alongside the Moonraker. We snorkeled close to seals and were on the lookout for seadragons, seabirds and lots of other unique marine life. This powerful and motivating workshop provided the ambassadors with an amazing opportunity to get up close to the incredible and unique marine life that lives in Victoria. A wonderful day of learning for all involved!