From the Catherine McAuley Library Join the ‘Read 25 in 25’ Challenge: A Year of Reading, Growth, and Inspiration! The library staff have felt inspired by author Gretchen Rubin’s reading challenge for this year. Author of The Happiness Project, and other books on positive habits, happiness and human nature, Rubin has issued the challenge to ‘Read […]
From the Music Department Unlock Your Musical Potential! Are you passionate about music? Do you dream of playing an instrument, singing in a choir, or rocking out with a band? Look no further! SAC offers a vibrant co-curricular music program that caters to all musical interests. Whether you’re a budding musician or an experienced performer, […]
Justice and Mercy News We were thrilled to launch this year’s Justice and Mercy (JAM) program on Friday of Week 2! The JAM group is the bedrock of SAC’s Mercy Values. With a meeting each week dedicated to team-building, discussion, reflection and action, JAM provides engaging ways for students between Years 6-12 to come together […]
From the Religious Education Coordinator (Primary) SACRAMENTS Students at St Aloysius College have an opportunity to prepare for the Sacraments of Reconciliation from Year 3 and Confirmation and First Holy Communion from Year 4. Students will learn about these sacraments through the Religious Education program with their teachers and will attend a one-day workshop at […]
From the OSHC Director Our Out of School Hours Care program is back for another year. We have an exciting program that extends your child’s learning opportunities through play and leisure activities. If you have not provided us with your 2025 bookings please contact the Director Tegan or any of our amazing Educator team. If […]
Educated Girls are Pilgrims of Hope in SAC’s 145th Year Mercy Light: Leading Cast your eyes across any schoolyard in Australia during the first morning of a school year, and you’ll likely notice similar happenings: new students, nervously peering around their environment. Perhaps you’ll observe people with tear-glazed eyes – a swell of nerves, pride […]
From the Deputy Principal (Teaching and Learning) The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) takes place each year for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests will be scheduled between Wednesday 12 March and Friday 21 March. Please note that this timeframe allows for catch-up days for students who may […]
From the Deputy Principal (Pastoral Care) Year 7 to Year 11 Students Representative Council (SRC) At St Aloysius, we have a proud tradition of working to nurture student leadership across our school in a wide range of areas. One of those includes our Student Representative Council (SRC), which is a formal group of students, elected […]
Acknowledgement of Country From the Principal – Issue #2, 2025 Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC, Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC,The first fortnight of the school year is full of new experiences for staff, students and their families. Settling into the school routine is a significant time of transition, especially for families […]
From the Primary Coordinator I understand that the wait for students new to start St Aloysius College in 2025 has been both anxious and exciting. It never ceases to amaze me how warmly our students welcome the newest members of our community. Nervous faces quickly turn into expressions of joy as they begin their first […]
