From the Principal – Issue #1, 2025

Acknowledgement of Country

Dear Parents/Guardians, Friends & Students of SAC,

Welcome to the 2025 school year, with a special welcome to all the families who are new to St Aloysius College. We hope that you feel the warm embrace of Mercy hospitality in these first weeks of term. In the words of Catherine McAuley, “a good beginning is of great importance” and we look forward to a good beginning for 2025.

The liturgical theme for Mercy Education and SAC for 2025 is Pilgrims of Hope, Walking Together, which is Pope Francis’ theme for the jubilee year. Whilst the concept of hope is one that we hear spoken of frequently, the idea of pilgrimage is less commonly spoken of today. Most definitions identify a pilgrim as someone searching for meaning or truth. Hope is an essential ingredient of education, and young people need to believe that there is a future where good things will happen. Through our masses, liturgies and Religious Education classes throughout the year, we will explore this theme together.

The Class of 2024 gave us cause for celebration with their outstanding results in the SACE. In this newsletter, you will read about their achievements in the summary provided by Deputy Principal (Teaching and Learning), Jacqui Jury. As they pursue their own pathways beyond school, we know their presence will make a difference in the world.

Welcoming new staff

We are pleased to welcome: 

• Lochlann Dwyer – Digital Technologies Coordinator
• Joleen Hall – Digital Technologies Teacher
• Xiaomeng Ding – Chinese Teacher
• Alessia Chiarolli – HASS and English Teacher
• Alexandria Kirkham – Science and Mathematics Teacher
• Mackenzie Saunders – Mathematics and French Teacher
• Elena Koulianos – English and Drama Teacher
• Christina Broadbent (Learning Support Team)
• Grace Sim (PE Assistant)
• Isabella Crotty (AFL Trainee) 
• Grace Campbell (JAM Student Support Officer)

Capital Works

You will notice the incredible progress that has been made in preparing for our new primary school during the school holidays. I am grateful to Steve Andrews, the Maintenance Team and the building professionals we engaged for overseeing this critical step in the development program. There will be some disruption and adjustments required for staff, students and families in the next 18 months, but we will all work together in anticipation of the amazing learning spaces that are being created in the new Dunlevie Building. We rely on the strength of our relationships with families and excellent communication to support a smooth and efficient building program.

Newsletter

We ask that you take the time each fortnight to read this newsletter. The photos and stories in these pages capture beautifully the vibrant and diverse learning community here at St Aloysius College. As you search for a photo of your daughter, granddaughter, niece or family friend, I know that you will appreciate the opportunities that are available to our students. It is no wonder that each year we see students and graduates flourish in learning and in life.

Wishing students and families all the very best for 2025!

Ms Paddy McEvoy
PRINCIPAL

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