{"id":21987,"date":"2026-02-06T13:11:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-06T02:11:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/?post_type=article&#038;p=21987"},"modified":"2026-02-06T13:11:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T02:11:11","slug":"from-the-principal-77","status":"publish","type":"article","link":"https:\/\/www.thebuzz.net.au\/domremy\/article\/from-the-principal-77\/","title":{"rendered":"From the Principal"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center\"><b>Prayer<\/b><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As we step into this new school year,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">we turn to You, our source of hope, peace, and strength.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Bless our students, their families, and the wider community.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/i><i><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">May parents and carers feel supported and strengthened,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">and may our school be a place of welcome, belonging, and care.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Guide us with Your wisdom,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">that we may teach with clarity,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">lead with compassion,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">and nurture each student with patience, dignity, and love.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Inspired by the vision of Nano Nagle,<\/span><\/i><b><i>\u00a0<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">and the enduring witness of the Presentation Sisters,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">may we walk in faith, courage, and service to others,<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">bringing light to those in need and hope to all we encounter.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Illuminate our path, Lord, so that in all we do,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">we reflect Your truth and grace.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Help us to seek Your kingdom first,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">trusting that You will provide all that we need.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">May our work be a blessing to those we serve,\u00a0<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">and may our hearts remain steadfast in Your will.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><i><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><b><i>Venerable Nano Nagle, Pray for Us<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image5.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-22042\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image5.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"310\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image5.png 310w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image5-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image5-285x150.png 285w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 310px) 100vw, 310px\" \/><\/a><\/h5>\n<h5>\u00a0<\/h5>\n<h5><strong>Dear Parents, Carers, Students and Friends of the Domremy Community,<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h5><b><i>A Symphony of New Beginnings<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">There is a unique and unmistakable energy that fills the air during the first week of a new school year. It is a blend of nervous excitement,<a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22043 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4-300x240.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4-188x150.png 188w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image4.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a> the joyful noise of reunited friendships and the quiet determination of students setting new goals. As I have moved throughout the College over the past few days, I have been struck by the incredible sense of purpose that our girls have brought back to campus.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To our returning students: welcome home. To our new families, and particularly the Class of 2031, our Year 7 students: welcome to the Domremy sisterhood. You are now part of a story that spans generations, rooted in the courage and grace of the Presentation Sisters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><i>Letting Your Light Shine True<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Our College motto, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;Verite&#8221;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">,\u00a0 \u201c<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Truth\u201d<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, and our vision to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;Let the Light shine true&#8221;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> are not just historical sentiments. They are our daily call to action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image2.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22044 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image2-300x136.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image2-300x136.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image2-332x150.png 332w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image2.png 334w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In 2026, our focus remains firmly on the &#8220;whole person.&#8221; While we celebrate and pursue academic excellence, we are equally committed to the development of character, faith, and resilience. As we begin to unpack Sydney Catholic Schools&#8217; <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Magis 2033<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> vision, we are asking our girls to be &#8220;Magis&#8221;, that is to be <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">more<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. More courageous in their learning, more generous in their service, and more confident in the unique gifts they bring to our community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left\"><b><i>The Power of Partnership<\/i><\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A successful school year is never the result of a single person\u2019s effort; it is a partnership. I want to publicly acknowledge our dedicated staff, who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes, navigating the complexities of new systems and curriculum planning, to ensure that our girls stepped into a seamless and supportive environment this week.<a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22045 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1-300x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1-225x150.png 225w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image1.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To our parents: thank you. We are honoured by the trust you place in us. Whether we are meeting at our upcoming Information Evenings or chatting at Open Day on Sunday 1 March, please know that we value your partnership immensely. The <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;Domremy Difference&#8221;<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is found in the strength of this community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>College Leadership Team<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Leadership at Domremy is a collaborative and collegial approach that fosters a growth mindset. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The College Leadership for 2026 is as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">College Principal &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Antoinette McGahan<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Acting Assistant Principal &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Melissa Vassallo<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Religious Education Coordinator &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Caroline Morizzi<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Curriculum Coordinator &#8211;<span style=\"font-size: 1rem;letter-spacing: 0px\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vitalba Clarke<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Instructional Specialist &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lucy Silva<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Leader of Learning &amp; Teaching &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Kelly Smit<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Leader of Wellbeing &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Badya Gebrael<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Business Manager &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lisa Barnsley<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Leader of School Administration &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">David Thomas<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-22046\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6-300x212.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6-300x212.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6-1024x724.png 1024w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6-768x543.png 768w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6-212x150.png 212w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image6.png 1218w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left\"><b>Leadership Appointments<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We congratulate the following staff on their appointments to the following positions for 2026:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Diana Arida\/Jade Lynch &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Careers Advisor &#8211; Pathways and Partnerships<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sarah Bermingham &#8211;\u00a0<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stage 5 Assistant Coordinator\/VET Coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Isabella Bechara &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Assistant REC<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lucy Bragg &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Diverse Learning Coordinator (Job share)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lisa Ganderton &#8211;<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Leader of Inquiry &amp; Enterprise<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Ebony Ginty &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Year 10 Coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Alyssa Intili &#8211;\u00a0<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stage 6 Assistant Coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Giulia Laurenzi &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">HSIE Coordinator (Term 1)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Greg Sciortino &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Year 9 Coordinator\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Isabella Soueid &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Youth Ministry Coordinator<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Serita Vari &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Year 7 Coordinator<\/span>\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><b>New and Returning Staff\u00a0<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22047 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image7-300x169.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image7-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image7-640x360.png 640w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image7-267x150.png 267w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image7.png 740w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">It is my pleasure to warmly welcome our New Staff, recognising that each of them will bring to our community new energy, enthusiasm and a wealth of expertise and experience. All new staff were presented with a lantern symbolising the carrying of Christ\u2019s light forward in our vocation and as Presentation people:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Daniella Carin<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">i &#8211;<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lab Tech\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Vivian Davelis &#8211;<\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Maths\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lisa Ganderton &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Music, RE &amp; English<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Christine Graham<\/span> &#8211; <span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Teacher\/Librarian<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Tina Gulisano &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Italian\/RE<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Rachel Kleiner &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Teacher\/Library\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Giulia Laurenzi &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">HSIE<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Michelle Salem &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">TAS\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Isabella Soueid &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">RE\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Lisa Tang &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Japanese\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sophia Tryfonopoulos &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Learning Support Officer\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Connie Voutos &#8211; <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Diverse Learning Teacher\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We also welcome back Le Tran who returns from maternity leave.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Year 12 Student Leadership 2026 College Theme<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Last week, our Year 12 leaders launched our College Theme for 2026: <\/span><\/p>\n<h6 style=\"text-align: center\"><b><i>\u201cTogether our light shines brighter\u2026 will you light your lantern?\u201d<\/i><\/b><\/h6>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This theme is a call to action for every student. It reminds our young women that while each of them carries a unique and individual flame, it is when we stand together that we truly illuminate our community. By seizing the opportunities before them, the girls learn that everyone has a vital part to play &#8211; whether they serve as leaders, mentors, creative thinkers, or quiet supporters. At Domremy, every role matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-22048\" src=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-1024x764.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-1024x764.png 1024w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-768x573.png 768w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-1536x1146.png 1536w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-145x109.png 145w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3-201x150.png 201w, https:\/\/d1dfwahqlx324v.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/sites\/58\/2026\/02\/image3.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Moving forward as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">people of hope,<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> our girls are encouraged to walk with purpose. We challenge them not to let obstacles or adversity dim their light, but to use setbacks as fuel for resilience. By striving for personal excellence and looking beyond their perceived limitations, they create a place of genuine belonging where every girl is invited to participate, contribute, and shine. When we each light our own lantern, we ensure that no one walks in the dark.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Information Evenings<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Our Year 7 Welcome and Meet your Homeroom Teacher and Stage 4 (Years 7 &amp; 8) Assessment Information Evening earlier this week received a fantastic response from parents, with strong attendance and positive feedback. We are grateful for the affirmations and support we have received from our parent community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Our <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Stage 5 (Years 9 &amp; 10) Assessment &amp; Year 11 Assessment Information Evening is scheduled for Wednesday 11 February &#8211; Stage 5 at 6.00pm followed by Year 11 at 7.00pm . We look forward to meeting parents during these events.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>H<\/b><b>SC 2025 High Achievers Assembly<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 1rem;letter-spacing: 0px\">Let\u2019s talk about excellence. Our Class of 2025 didn\u2019t just finish; they exploded onto the state rankings! 68 Band 6s, 35 Distinguished Achievers, and a state rank of 134. But here is the secret: that success is not built in a day. It is built in the small moments, the &#8220;one more page,&#8221; the &#8220;one more question,&#8221; and the &#8220;one more try&#8221; that happens right here.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Excellence is not a gift; it is a habit. The success of each young woman depends on her daily effort, her resilience when things get tough, and her willingness to push beyond her comfort zone. We want our students to look at these results and realise that they are next<\/span><b>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> We want each girl to be the creative thinker and problem solver who does not just navigate the world but <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">transforms<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b>Looking Ahead<\/b><\/h5>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We know that any journey worth taking will have its challenges. There will be difficult math problems, complex social navigations, and moments where perseverance is tested. But we face these together. My hope for every girl this year is that she finds the courage to take risks, the wisdom to seek help when needed, and the joy that comes from truly <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">&#8220;shining her light.&#8221;<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">I look forward to an exceptional year of growth, learning, and community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Blessings for the year ahead,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Mrs Antoinette McGahan, College Principal<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Prayer As we step into this new school year,\u00a0 we turn to You, our source of hope, peace, and strength. Bless our students, their families, and the wider community. May parents and carers feel supported and strengthened,\u00a0 and may our school be a place of welcome, belonging, and care. 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