From the Principal

Prayer for Spring

Creator God,

Thank you for Spring and the hope of

warmer, longer, brighter days.

Thank you for the coming of growth

and life and birth.

Thank you that things are awakening in the world.

This is what our calendar says,

and we do see some signs that it is real.

But we also still struggle with the

residual layover of winter.

Now we ask that you bring into reality all that belongs in this season.

Your word says that we will have provision, 

and hope,and joy, and health and loving relationships here 

and now in this life.

We ask that what belongs in this season

would become actual in our practical lives.

We hope in you and in your promises.

We hope in your gift of Spring.

Let us value the great gift of creation and

do our best to conserve it. Amen

(author unknown)

Venerable Nano Nagle. Pray for Us.

Dear Parents, Carers, Staff, Students and Friends, 

Spiritual Reflection: Models of Courage, Selflessness and Compassion

In this Sunday’s Gospel, (Matthew 16:21–27), Jesus reminds us that following him requires courage, selflessness, and taking up our daily crosses. When life presents challenges, it is tempting to seek the easy way out. Jesus calls us to see beyond our immediate comfort and align our minds with God’s purpose. 

As a Presentation school community, this is a beautiful reminder that real growth happens when we serve others, show resilience through difficulties, and lead with compassion every day. 

Father’s Day

Father’s Day, celebrated this year on Sunday 6 September, is a meaningful time that evokes a wide range of emotions. For many, it brings joy and an opportunity to celebrate the strength of the bond we share with our dads. For others, particularly those who have lost a father, the day can carry a poignant sense of sorrow.

At its heart, this day invites us to grow closer to our dads and father figures, who, alongside our mothers, offer us a profound taste of unconditional love. It also offers a quiet moment to reflect on our heavenly Father, whose love for us is boundless and unfailing.

I wish all our fathers and father figures a truly blessed Father’s Day. May you continue to be an encouraging, life-giving presence for your children as they navigate the journey into young adulthood.

I look forward to seeing our fathers, grandfathers and father figures at next week’s Father’s Day Mass and Breakfast.

Father’s Day Prayer & Blessing

God our Father,

We give you thanks and praise 

for fathers young and old.

We pray for young fathers, 

newly embracing their vocation;

May they find courage and perseverance

to balance work, family and faith in joy and sacrifice.

We pray for fathers around the world

whose children are lost or suffering;

May they know that the God of compassion

walks with them in their sorrow.

We pray for men who are not fathers

but still mentor and guide us 

with fatherly love and advice.

We remember fathers, grandfather, and great grandfathers 

who are no longer with us

but who live forever in our memory

and nourish us with their love.  

Venerable Nano Nagle. Pray for Us.

2027 Leadership Team Announced

It is with great pleasure that I announce our newly elected 2027 Student Leadership Team.

Please join me in congratulating our Captains, Vice Captains, Prefects and House Captains.

Introducing the new Sydney Catholic Schools Logo

Drawing inspiration from the beauty and symmetry of the central rose window at St Mary’s Cathedral, the new Logo launched by Sydney Catholic Schools last week connects us all to our shared spiritual home and celebrates the diverse communities that make up Sydney Catholic Schools. It is a symbol of the formation we offer every child in our care and the story we live every day through our classrooms, staffrooms, playgrounds and parishes. You can read more and view the SCS video explaining the creative process behind this logo later in this issue in the communication by SCS Executive Director, Danielle Cronin. 

Bullying No Way! Week

At Domremy College, we are unequivocal in our rejection of all forms of bullying behaviour. We are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, inclusive and connected learning environment where every student feels valued, supported and empowered to be her best.

As part of our ongoing Wellbeing Program, I outlined our Anti-Bullying Policy in last week’s Parent Weekly. Our policy aligns with the Sydney Catholic Schools Prevention and Management of Student Bullying Policy and reinforces our shared responsibility to ensure that every member of our community is treated with dignity and respect.

I was particularly delighted and proud to see our newly appointed 2027 College Captain and Vice Captains embrace this important message during Bullying No Way Week. As our next group of student leaders, they have already demonstrated a strong sense of purpose and an understanding of the influence they can have within our College community.

Our new leaders used their platform thoughtfully, preparing and delivering a presentation at Assembly and organising a range of activities throughout the week. Through these initiatives, they encouraged students to reflect on the impact of their words and actions, to stand up for one another and, importantly, to understand that everyone has a role to play in creating a culture where bullying is not tolerated.

I commend our 2027 College Captain and Vice Captains for their initiative, courage and leadership. Their willingness to champion this message is a wonderful example of student leadership in action and reflects the values we seek to nurture in every young woman at Domremy. 

I also thank our students and staff for engaging so positively with the activities throughout the week. Bullying No Way Week provides an important opportunity to reinforce a message that must extend well beyond one week: kindness, respect, inclusion and courage matter every day.

I encourage all members of our College community to continue to look out for one another, speak up when something is not right and ensure that Domremy remains a place where every girl feels safe, known, respected and connected.

Details of the activities organised by our student leaders during Bullying No Way Week can be found in their poster.

On a final note…

The completion of HSC Trial Examinations is a huge milestone, but the weeks leading up to Graduation remain a crucial time. In particular, our Year 12 students are busy currently finalising their Major Works and preparing for their practical HSC Performances over the next 4-6 weeks. Please continue to keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this intense final push as they bring months of hard work and creativity to completion. Family and friends are warmly invited on Tuesday 1 September to the: 

• Visual Art, D&T & Extension English 2 Showcase, from 5:00 – 6:30 pm, and
• Music Showcase from 6:00 – 7:15pm. 

The girls have worked incredibly hard all year, and these showcases are an important recognition of their hard work and dedication and a wonderful opportunity for us all to show our support; staff and classes have been dropping in to admire the works throughout the week. A wide range of impressive works are on display and  catering is provided.

As highlighted recently with our Year 12 cohort this week, our conversations have centered on empowering them through these exciting and critical final weeks. Maintaining momentum during this period is key. We reflected on three core pillars, daily attendance, consistency, and collegial collaboration, celebrating how much our students thrive when they learn together and lift one another up. With the unwavering encouragement and guidance of their teachers behind them every step of the way, I am confident our Year 12s will finish their school journey with strength, unity, and pride.

Blessings on you and your families.

Mrs Antoinette McGahan

Principal