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Prayer\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n
An Irish blessing for Mothers’ Day<\/b><\/h5>\n

There is but one and only one,<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Whose love will fail you never.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

One who lives from sun to sun,<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

With constant fond endeavor.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

There is but one and only one<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

On earth there is no other.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

In heaven a noble work was done<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

When God gave us a Mother.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Amen<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

(<\/span><\/i>Author Unknown)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

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

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Dear Parents, Carers, Staff, Students and Friends<\/b><\/h5>\n

Welcome back, everyone!<\/span><\/p>\n

I hope the recent break provided each of you with a chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy some quality time with family and friends. Whether you headed away for a change of scenery or simply enjoyed the slower pace of life at home, I trust you have returned with a renewed sense of energy and purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Welcome<\/p>\n

There is always a unique “buzz” in the air at Domremy at the start of Term 2. The nerves of the new year have settled, and we are now ready to dive deeper into the heart of our academic and co-curricular programs. It is a season for growth, focus, and building on the foundations laid in Term 1.<\/span><\/p>\n

Honouring Sacrifice and Service<\/b><\/h5>\n

We officially marked our return this week with a moving start of Term Assembly. It was a significant moment for our community to gather and reflect on the values that define us.<\/span><\/p>\n

As we recently observed ANZAC Day, our assembly included a solemn tribute to the men and women who have served in our armed forces. We spoke about the “ANZAC Spirit” – qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, and of how we can embody those same traits in our daily school lives by looking out for one another and standing up for what is right.<\/span><\/p>\n

A New Tradition: Celebrating 250 Years of Charism<\/b><\/h6>\n

\"AsOur assembly also provided a beautiful opportunity to reconnect with our school\u2019s spiritual identity. This year is particularly momentous as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the foundation of the Presentation Sisters by Venerable Nano Nagle.<\/span><\/p>\n

In light of this milestone, we have introduced a new tradition at the College. As you will read later in this newsletter, we have committed to formally acknowledging the Presentation Sisters and the Charism in which Domremy is grounded, at every formal occasion. It is fitting that we anchor our community gatherings in the legacy of Venerable Nano Nagle, who walked the streets of Cork with her lantern, bringing education and hope to those in need.<\/span><\/p>\n

As we start this new term, I challenge our students to be “people of the lantern” in their own way:<\/span><\/p>\n