Message from the Principal

Ms Silvana Rossetti

A Year of Celebrations and Achievements at Marist College Eastwood

This year has been a remarkable one for our Marist College Eastwood community, filled with numerous opportunities to come together and celebrate our shared values and achievements. Throughout this term, we have participated in events such as the Granny Smith Festival, Wellbeing Month, the CAPA Showcase evening, the Newman Symposium and our end-of-year Mass and awards ceremony.

Our Year 12 students have successfully completed their HSC exams and are now eagerly awaiting their results. Meanwhile, our newly inducted 2025 Year 12 Student Leaders have already begun to exhibit the qualities of an outstanding leadership team. I am excited to witness their journey unfold in the coming year.

As we look ahead to 2025, we bid farewell to several staff members who will be moving on to new roles or stages in their lives. We extend our heartfelt gratitude and best wishes to:

  • Mrs Manuela Perkins
  • Mr Peter Kim
  • Mr Aidan O’Connor (Temporary contract completed)
  • Mrs Annette Magee (Temporary contract completed)
  • Mr Alex La Rossa (Temporary contract completed)

Additionally, we celebrate the retirement of Mrs Susan Jenkins after 16 dedicated years and Mr Michael Dawson after an impressive 28 years, both who have decided to enjoy some well deserved time with family and friends.

Earlier this term Mrs Jenkins was honoured for her exceptional service to Marist education, a fitting tribute to her dedication and impact. We also temporarily farewell Mr Mark Holden, Ms Catherine Rogers and Ms Alyssa Gatenby-Moore as they take leave for 2025.  We wish all departing staff members the very best in their future endeavors.

This edition of Marist Musings is crafted by our Student Leaders, offering a unique perspective on the past year. Our Yearbook, Etchings, is already in progress and is expected to be ready for distribution early in 2025.

As we approach the festive season, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. May this Christmas be filled with peace, health, happiness and prosperity. Let us also take a moment to express our gratitude for the blessings we have received. In the spirit of Christmas, let us remember the birth of Jesus Christ and the hope and joy He brings to our lives. May His love and light guide us through the coming year.

Stay safe and I look forward to welcoming you and our new families in 2025.