Principal’s Message
Welcome to our third newsletter for 2024 which includes the commemoration of International Women’s Day and a celebration of the extraordinary talents of the women in our community. From rising superstars in the sporting arena, triumphs in the Public Speaking competition, Girls Night In, and special awards for two of our teachers to an annual favourite, this newsletter is full of joyful experiences to celebrate our Ursuline company of women. We hope you enjoy reading our latest newsletter.
International Women’s Day Breakfast with student leaders
Last week I had the pleasure of attending the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Australia International Women’s Day Breakfast with six of our student leaders. It was held in the new wing of the Art Gallery of NSW. The CPA championed the theme, “Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress. The students were very impressed with the fantastic lineup of women leading in the business world and had their horizons widened to the career opportunities available to them.
International Women’s Day Assembly
On Friday 8 March the College community gathered to commemorate International Women’s Day. Our guest speaker was Mrs Therese Abela-King from Zonta and she inspired us with how this global group is empowering and supporting women around the globe.
As we gathered in the Merici Hall, we could feel the incredible power and potential of being in the company of women in an all-girls school. By providing opportunities to be inspired by speakers, we can broaden our horizons and help shape the future for ourselves and the generations to come.
Open Day: Why a Girls’ school?
Last week we held a hugely successful Open Day. Our staff and students welcomed hundreds of visitors to our school and showcased our fabulous learning environment. Our students were wonderful ambassadors for our College, taking families on tours around the school, engaging with them in the different faculty areas, performing, cooking and so on.
Over the years I have often been asked why choose a girls school?
Firstly our parents have a choice in the St George area so they can choose the environment that suits their daughter best. However, there are many reasons to choose a girls’ school for your daughter. This article is a great one and provides ten reasons. I hope you enjoy reading it.
St Ursula’s College is now accepting enrolments for Year 7 2026. Please note that applications close at the end of Term 1.
Judith Locke is coming to St Ursula’s
Judith is a registered clinical psychologist and Visiting Research Fellow at the Queensland University of Technology. Judith delivers dynamic training sessions on parenting and resilience in schools. She has been featured in newspapers, magazines, on television and radio around Australia.
Most recently, Judith has authored The Bonsai Child, a parenting book with modern parenting trends, and offers practical and realistic strategies for parents, which have worked for hundreds of parents she has helped.
***SAVE THE DATE*** Judith will be at St Ursula’s on Thursday night 4 July to offer a presentation to our parents. Please keep this date free. More details to come.
In the meantime, if you are not familiar with Judith Locke, she is the guest speaker on this podcast.
Girls Night In
On Thursday night our piazza was filled with all things pink, a load of fun and a beautiful spirit of female joy and empowerment. Our annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer was a triumphant success. More details about this event are in this issue. Thanks to everyone involved in running stalls and to all who came along to support this event. A special thanks to our Year 12 Student leaders and Ms Sukkar for their organisation of this fabulous initiative.
Professional Teachers Council NSW Awards
On Wednesday 28 February at the NSW Professional Teachers Council (PTC) Awards celebration, two of our staff members were recognised for their ongoing support and professional learning of colleagues across the state in their subject areas.
We congratulate Emily Aitken for her outstanding contribution to the Society and Culture Association of NSW and Lara Summersford for her outstanding contribution to the History Teachers Association of NSW.
Both of these teachers are experts in their field, wonderful educators and we are thrilled (but not surprised) on their recognition by the NSW Professional Teachers Council.
Thank you all for a wonderful fortnight of special celebrations for the amazing women in our community.
God bless and I wish you all a safe and restful weekend.
