Principal’s Message
As we move toward the midpoint of the school year, I am reminded once again of the energy, resilience and spirit that defines our community. Term 2 so far has been filled with meaningful events, joyful celebrations, and opportunities for our students to shine, both in their learning and in the many activities that enrich school life. You can read more about these and many other events and celebrations throughout this edition of the newsletter.
Mother’s Day Mass
We were delighted to host one of our largest Mother’s Day Masses and morning teas to date. The church was filled with warmth and gratitude as our community came together to honour the remarkable women who support and nurture our students each day. It was a beautiful reminder of the strength of our school community.
Year 12 Retreat
I was fortunate to visit our Year 12 students during their retreat at Kiah Ridge. Their engagement, reflection and sense of unity were inspiring, and it was wonderful to see them taking time to pause and prepare for the final stage of their school journey.
The Orbispace Program
This term, our students had the opportunity to engage with The Orbispace Program through two remarkable experiences, PowerHer and Sunrise. Both programs offered our girls a window into the future of innovation, leadership and emerging industries, allowing them to connect with experts, explore real‑world challenges and consider the many pathways available to them beyond school. These experiences encouraged our students to think boldly, collaborate thoughtfully and recognise the impact they can have as young women stepping into rapidly evolving fields. Their insights capture the depth of their learning and the inspiration they gained.
Creative and Performing Arts
Our Creative and performing Arts students have also enjoyed a range of enriching opportunities. I accompanied a group of CAPA students to the Capitol Theatre to see The Lion King. It was an extraordinary performance, and our students were captivated by the music, staging and storytelling. One of our Year 10 CAPA students has written a piece for this newsletter, sharing their experience of the production.This year has seen St Ursula’s return to Theatre Sports for the first time in quite a while, and our students rose to the occasion with enthusiasm and confidence. The girls performed well against experienced teams and have made it through to the next round.
Our Performing Arts students have also been busy in the SCS Eisteddfods. We are pleased to celebrate the achievements of our Hip Hop troupe, who were awarded First Place, and our Senior Jazz group, who received Second Place (Highly Commended). Both groups earned a ‘stand‑by’ ticket for the SCS Showcase, and we are thrilled to share that the Hip Hop routine has since received a ‘Golden Ticket’ for the SCS Eisteddfod Showcase at the Seymour Centre on Friday 26 June.
Please enjoy reading about all that has taken place in this vibrant and talented community.
God Bless,
