{"id":19711,"date":"2025-06-20T17:45:54","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T07:45:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/?post_type=article&p=19711"},"modified":"2025-06-20T17:45:56","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T07:45:56","slug":"from-the-principal-67","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/article\/from-the-principal-67\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Principal"},"content":{"rendered":"
Prayer for Corpus Christi Sunday<\/b><\/h5>\n

Lord Jesus Christ,\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

We come before You today,<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

We thank You for the gift of Your Holy Body and Blood,<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

The Eucharist, which strengthens our body, soul and mind.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Help us to live lives of love and service,\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

following your example.\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

We make this prayer in the Name of the Father,<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

and the Son and the Holy Spirit.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Amen.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

Venerable Nano Nagle, Pray for us.<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n

\"Gospel<\/p>\n

Dear Parents, Carers, Students, Staff and Friends,<\/b><\/h5>\n
A Stitch of Compassion, A Thread of Hope<\/b><\/em><\/h6>\n

When we think of saving a life, we often imagine the heroic – acts that make headlines: pulling someone from a fire, rescuing a swimmer caught in a rip, or performing a dramatic rescue. But not all acts of saving are loud or visible.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sometimes, saving a life looks like a group of teenage girls gathering at lunchtime in a quiet room, learning to knit and crochet with patience and purpose. It looks like a 90-year-old woman, living with fading memory, still contributing by crafting a single square. It looks like our Domremy students thoughtfully preparing sandwiches for someone they may never meet, giving quietly and generously.<\/span><\/p>\n

At <\/span>Domremy College<\/b>, our <\/span>Knitting Club<\/b> and <\/span>Vinnies Sandwich Making Afternoons<\/b> are humble yet deeply meaningful acts of service and solidarity. Each stitch in a handmade blanket, each sandwich wrapped with care, speaks of compassion and dignity. These are not just meals or warm items – they are symbols of community and hope.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

This week, we received feedback from the <\/span>St Vincent de Paul Society<\/b>, who reminded us that what we create and give can be life-saving. Our donations of scarves, beanies, blankets and sandwiches don\u2019t just protect against the cold and hunger; they remind people they are seen and valued. These gifts say, <\/span>\u201cYou matter. Someone took time to care for you.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

And as much as these acts bless others, they also enrich our students and staff. The Knitting Club and the Sandwich Making group have become a space of friendship, mentorship and shared purpose, a tapestry of compassion that strengthens the fabric of our school community.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are so grateful to every student, staff member and volunteer who participates in these quiet, powerful ministries. You may not make the evening news, but you are changing lives.<\/span><\/p>\n

NAPLAN and Academic Data<\/b><\/em><\/h6>\n

Individual NAPLAN student reports will be sent to schools in early Term 3 for distribution to families. National results will be published by ACARA in August, at which point we will better understand our students\u2019 performance relative to national benchmarks.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"NAPLAN<\/span><\/p>\n

We have already received <\/span>writing results<\/b>, which place our cohorts largely in the <\/span>\u201cStrong\u201d performance band<\/b>. We are analysing the data to determine our priority areas for each cohort. These results, combined with data from the <\/span>Academic Services Assessments in Years 6 and 8<\/b>, give us a comprehensive view of student progress from pre-commencement through to Year 10, just prior to senior subject selection.<\/span><\/p>\n

These assessments, aligned with NAPLAN Years 5, 7 and 9, provide strong evidence that <\/span>literacy – particularly reading and writing – must remain a core priority<\/b>. We are committed to implementing strategies that continue to enhance our students’ learning outcomes in these areas.<\/span><\/p>\n

End of Term 2 Preparations<\/b><\/em><\/h6>\n
    \n
  • Year 11 Subject Selection Interviews<\/b>
    \n<\/b> Bookings are now open for <\/span>Monday 30 June<\/b>, 10:00am\u20133:00pm. These meetings are essential in supporting Year 10 students in their senior pathway choices.<\/span><\/p>\n

    <\/span><\/li>\n

  • Semester One Parent\/Teacher\/Student Meetings<\/b>
    \n<\/b> These will be held via Zoom<\/strong> on:<\/span>
    \n<\/span> \ud83d\udcc5 <\/span>Thursday 3 July, 9:00am\u20137:00pm<\/b>
    \n<\/b> \ud83d\udcc5 <\/span>Friday 4 July, 8:30am\u20132:00pm<\/b>
    \n<\/b> Relevant information has been sent home to guide the process and expectations. Students are expected to attend with their parents in full school uniform.<\/span>
    \n<\/span> \ud83d\udccc Please note: the <\/span>last day of formal classes will be Wednesday 2 July<\/b>.<\/span>
    \n\"PREPARATION
    \n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    Celebrating a Vibrant Term<\/b><\/em><\/h6>\n

    As we approach the final fortnight of Term 2, I am filled with immense pride in all that has been achieved. There is simply too much to fit on one page. Our students have shone brightly in every corner of school life.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u2728 <\/span>Our College Musical, <\/b>Grease<\/i><\/b>, opens soon <\/b>and judging by the energy and talent seen in rehearsals, it promises to be a truly spectacular event, continuing Domremy\u2019s tradition of excellence in the performing arts.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \"Grease<\/p>\n

    \ud83c\udf93 We\u2019ve celebrated success on the <\/span>sports fields<\/b>, in <\/span>SCS Eisteddfods<\/b>, the <\/span>Da Vinci Decathlon<\/b>, and <\/span>Speaking 4 the Planet, <\/b>to name just a few. The spirit of enthusiasm and achievement is alive and well at Domremy.<\/span><\/p>\n

    This newsletter is brimming with these stories because our College is brimming with life. It is a joy to witness and share this with you.<\/span><\/p>\n

    New Appointment<\/strong><\/em><\/h6>\n

    I am delighted to announce the <\/span>appointment of Mrs Caroline Morizzi as our new Religious Education Coordinator (REC)<\/b>. Mrs Morizzi, an experienced and dedicated REC from <\/span>Marist Sisters Woolwich<\/b>, will commence at Domremy at the start of Term 3. We warmly welcome her into our College community and look forward to the faith leadership she will bring.<\/span><\/p>\n

    And Finally…<\/b><\/em><\/h6>\n

    As students continue assessments across their subjects, I encourage them to stay focused, organised, and committed to finishing the term well. Every effort counts.<\/span><\/p>\n

    \"All<\/p>\n

    Thank you for your continued partnership, encouragement and trust. It is a privilege to lead such a vibrant and faith-filled community.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Blessings on you and your family,<\/b><\/p>\n

    Mrs Antoinette McGahan<\/b><\/em>
    \n<\/b>College Principal<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Prayer for Corpus Christi Sunday Lord Jesus Christ,\u00a0 We come before You today, We thank You for the gift of Your Holy Body and Blood, The Eucharist, which strengthens our body, soul and mind. Help us to live lives of love and service,\u00a0 following your example.\u00a0 We make this prayer in the Name of the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":20054,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","class_list":["post-19711","article","type-article","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article\/19711","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/article"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/article"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=19711"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/20054"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=19711"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}