Newsletter 18 2024 - 25 Nov 2024
Principal’s Message

Principal’s Message

Welcome to our latest College newsletter. I am delighted to be able to celebrate and share with you our latest news and events that have taken place over the last fortnight.

Art Express, Encore and Shape

Our Year 12 students have achieved remarkable success, with their practical works in Visual Arts, Music, Design and Technology, and Textiles and Design. External markers have noted their outstanding quality and these major works have been nominated for ARTEXPRESS, ENCORE and SHAPE. This accomplishment reflects not only the students’ dedication but also the exceptional support and talent of our fantastic teachers, who consistently go above and beyond to guide and inspire them.

Please see the full article included in this newsletter.

St Ursula’s expert teaching staff

As we approach the end of the year, I would like to recognise the expert, talented and dedicated staff at St Ursula’s. A large number of our staff have chosen to complete HSC marking after school hours. This is a significant professional learning experience, allowing staff to collaborate with teachers across NSW, review the quality of student work, and gain valuable insights that will benefit future students. In addition to HSC marking, many of our staff members have been selected as Senior Markers, Chief Examiners, syllabus writers, and more. Our teachers are highly regarded in the education field, and we are fortunate to have so many dedicated educators and experts as part of the exceptional teaching team at St Ursula’s College.

Applications for Student Leave 2025

As some Year 7 to 10 students prepare to travel overseas in 2025 during the school holidays, I have received applications requesting an extension of leave by an extra week before or after the school break. I appreciate parents and students being mindful of not travelling on dates that coincide with assessment tasks, as this could result in a zero penalty.

In 2025, we have made changes to the College calendar and wish to advise that Sabbath Week will now fall in the last week of each term. As a result, there will be no assessment tasks during the final week. I hope this change will make it easier for families to plan their travel arrangements.

For Year 11 and 12 students, please do not plan holidays during school time. It is important they maximise their time at school in these significant final years.

I thank parents for their support and understanding in this matter.

Year 7 2025 Orientation

On Tuesday we held our Orientation day for students joining St Ursula’s in Year 7 in 2025. Approximately 200 students arrived with their parents and siblings and were greeted by our Senior leaders. There was a real buzz of excitement, anticipation and some nerves as these young ladies embarked on their first taste of College life. Students loved the taster lessons in various subjects throughout the day. They also were given passports and gathered stamps as they explored the different areas of the College.

During that evening we welcomed these students and their parents and carers back to the College for an information night. I would like to personally thank Mrs Delicia Tan, Year 7 St Ursula’s Parent representative, for sharing her experience at the College.

Please enjoy the full article in this newsletter.

 

I wish all our families many blessings and thank you for your support.

Vivienne Awad
Principal

 

Gospel Reflection

Gospel Reflection

This week marks the end of the liturgical year. Next week, with the first week of Advent, we begin the new liturgical cycle. It is fitting that the Church concludes the liturgical year with the celebration of Christ the King. The Gospel this Sunday breaks from our usual Gospel of Mark, to read from John’s Passion account. On Sundays we hear just a small section of the Gospel and so can miss its wider context. This is particularly true this Sunday. Throughout the entire narrative of John’s Gospel, Jesus has spoken of his passion, his ‘Hour’, not as a death, but as a ‘lifting up’.

The conversation between Jesus and Pilate displays a lot of word play on the part of Jesus and quite a lot of confusion on the part of Pilate. The confusion stems from different perceptions of what it means to be a king. For Pilate, part of the most powerful political and military rule in the ancient world, the idea of a king was a threat. Claiming kingship was claiming authority and power that would inevitably lead to challenging the authority and power of Rome and, more directly, its representative in Palestine – Pilate. 

Jesus, of course, had a completely different idea about ushering in a kingdom. He does indeed declare that he is a king and that is what leads us to Sunday’s Feast of Christ the King. However, his intention is not to claim a position of power and authority. When we think back to Jesus’ teachings about the kingdom of God, we recall that he declares the people of highest status – the first – in the kingdom to be the lowliest of this world. It is the poor, the sick, the outcast, the children and the widows who will hold the highest places in the kingdom of God. In a kingdom like that, what does it mean to declare oneself king? The confusion about what it means to be a king that is captured in this interaction between Jesus and Pilate is the same confusion that we saw among the disciples as they came to terms with exactly what it means to be the Messiah.

Jesus says to Pilate that he came into the world ‘to bear witness to the truth; and all who are on the side of truth listen to my voice.’ That is where Sunday’s gospel passage finishes but as the gospel continues on, Pilate famously asks Jesus ‘What is truth?’ and the question is left dangling; unanswered. The truth Jesus has borne witness to is the truth of his whole life – the revelation of God’s love for humanity. It is for proclaiming this truth that Jesus is placed on trial and is brought before Pilate.

Unfortunately, political and military images of kingship have played a dominating role in the Church since very early in its history. The very earliest Christians, or followers of the Way, did not conform to social and political hierarchies of their day. But when Emperor Constantine declared Christianity to be the official religion of the Roman Empire the structure of the Church quickly adopted the political and social structures of the empire. At times in history the Pope has adopted a regal status and led huge armies into battle. Many of these structures persist today and we sometimes struggle to recapture Jesus’ intention when he declared himself a king.

When Jesus speaks about the Kingdom of God he never gives a particularly clear picture of what he means. He usually refers to the kingdom with metaphoric language (‘the kingdom of God is like …’) and often the kingdom is defined by what it is not. The kingdom is also a real contradiction: it is here and now and yet it is still to come; it is almost impossible for some to enter the kingdom while others are assured a place; it is within us and in our hearts and yet is a great banquet to which all are invited.

Jesus, as king, does not claim the sort of over-bearing political, military, or economic power that Pilate exercises on behalf of the Roman emperor. His authority has nothing to do with power over or domination of others. It is grounded in truth (1:17) or, in other words, in the revelation of God. Jesus is “the way, the truth and the life” (14:6) and his mission is to testify to the truth. The path to freedom and life lies in acceptance of the truth (8:32): “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.”

To celebrate this Feast, then, is to move in the direction of peaceful solutions to the conflicts in our world and away from the paths of violence and domination. It is to seek the truth in dialogue and to respond to the plight of those who suffer the pain of hunger, of persecution and of loss. It is to rule as God rules and not as Rome ruled. It is to look again at how we inhabit our world and to change our ways for the sake of truth and life, the present and future life of our beleaguered planet. As we move into the Season of Advent let us remember that Jesus must be the ruler of every part of our lives—family, work, personal, intellectual, and physical. 

Prayer for the Feast of Christ the King

O Lord our God, You alone are the Most Holy King and Ruler of all nations.
We pray to You, Lord, in the great expectation of receiving from You, O Divine King, mercy, peace, justice and all good things.
Protect, O Lord our King, our families and the land of our birth.
Guard us we pray Most Faithful One.
Protect us from our enemies and from Your Just Judgment.
Forgive us, O Sovereign King, our sins against you.
Jesus, You are a King of Mercy.
We have deserved Your Just Judgment
Have mercy on us, Lord, and forgive us.
We trust in Your Great Mercy.
O most awe-inspiring King, we bow before You and pray;
May Your Reign, Your Kingdom, be recognized on earth.
Amen.

Julie Monk
Religious Education Coordinator
Keep the Prayers Going: November for the Holy Souls

Keep the Prayers Going: November for the Holy Souls

In the Catholic tradition, November is a time to remember all those who have died, especially our loved ones. Your prayers, reflections, and small acts of kindness can still make a huge difference. Let’s take these last days of November to finish with a prayerful heart and a strong connection to God and those we love.

Here’s a simple prayer to continue praying for souls:

“Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Take just a minute or two each day to offer this prayer for someone who needs it. We pray for them and the repose of their souls, and celebrate their lives. We also remember all those who left this life alone, with no one to pray for them.

 All staff, students and families of Sydney Catholic Schools are encouraged to use and share this Online Book of Remembrance to record the names of your family, friends and loved ones who have passed, so that as a community we might remember them in our prayers. Please click on the above link.

Julie Monk
Religious Education Coordinator
Faith Meets Anime

Faith Meets Anime

The Catholic Church has launched an official anime-inspired mascot to engage a new generation with faith and hope! This fresh character, blending anime style with spiritual symbolism, aims to reach young people in a relatable way. 

Ahead of the 2025 Jubilee, the Vatican has launched a cartoon mascot unveiled as the cheerful face of the Catholic Church’s upcoming holy year.

The mascot, named Luce — which means “light” in Italian — is intended to engage a younger audience and guide visitors through the holy year.

Archbishop Rino Fisichella, the Vatican’s chief organizer for the jubilee, described the mascot as part of the Vatican’s goal to engage with “the pop culture so beloved by our young people.”

What is the Mascot? “Luce” has been created to resonate with the pop culture vibes of anime, while embodying Christian values in a fresh, visual form. It’s a unique blend of tradition and creativity.

Why an Anime Mascot? In an age where visuals are key to connection, this character speaks the language of youth culture. It’s an exciting way for our young people to see familiar beliefs in a new, engaging light.

Bringing Faith to Life with Art and Culture! The anime mascot is a reminder of the Church’s evolving outreach efforts and a new way to make faith accessible to everyone.

Julie Monk
Religious Education Coordinator

2025 Cambodia Immersion for Students

2025 Cambodia Immersion for Students

Due to a change in numbers for the 2025 Indigenous and 2025 Staff Immersion these Immersions are no longer being offered. We have been able to secure an Immersion to Cambodia in the 2025 September school holidays. This is a wonderful opportunity to continue to build our relationship and support of our Ursuline community in Chrab Viel and see first hand the amazing work of Catholic Mission.

  • The dates of the Immersion are 25 September – 4 October 2025
  • An Information evening to be held on 27 November will outline the program and activities as well as the College expectation for all participants. Parents are asked to register for the Information Evening using this LINK
  • You will receive an Expression of Interest Form on this evening as well as Catholic Mission Paperwork to complete.

The cost of the Immersion is $4,580 per student

$500 deposit will be required by Wednesday 4 December
Outstanding balance due: 18 May 20525 

 All students intending to travel should have a valid Australian passport with 6 months expiry beyond October 2025. I look forward  to sharing the progress of our Immersion group.

 

Term 4 Christmas Appeal

Term 4 Christmas Appeal

As we embrace the Christmas season, our Ursuline motto Serviam—“I will serve”—guides us to live out our faith through acts of love and service. The Vinnies Christmas Appeal offers a wonderful opportunity to put Serviam into action by supporting individuals and families who are struggling during this special time of year. 

Vinnies Kingsgrove supports the vulnerable through a variety of essential services aimed at addressing both immediate needs and long-term challenges. They provide emergency relief such as food, clothing, and financial assistance to individuals and families in crisis, while also offering homelessness support through crisis accommodation and outreach programs. 

Beyond direct aid, Vinnies is also committed to advocating for social justice and systemic change to combat the root causes of poverty and inequality. Through these efforts, Vinnies restores dignity and brings hope to the most vulnerable in our community.

By donating items that will be packed into hampers  we can stand in solidarity with our neighbours embodying the spirit of St. Angela Merici and the Ursuline charism. 

Together, let’s live Serviam and make a meaningful difference.

This year, we are trialling a new system – each PC class will be asked to bring in the items on a checklist. These items will be packed into a supplied box and the box will be delivered to the Clune Centre on Thursday 5 December where they will be organised for distribution. Boxes will be available from Mrs Nader from Week 5. 

I  would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support of our youth ministry initiatives. Your encouragement and involvement play an essential role in enriching the faith journey of our students and fostering a vibrant, engaged community. Your partnership helps us inspire and nurture the spiritual growth of our young women, ensuring that these initiatives continue to thrive.

Antoinette Nader
Youth Ministry Coordinator

One Meal – Thank You!!

One Meal – Thank You!!

Thank you to all our parents and students for  your unwavering dedication and kindness in contributing meals and serving at One Meal Kingsgrove.

Your generous spirit and compassion embody the teachings of the Gospel, as reflected in Matthew 25:35: “For I was hungry, and you gave me something to eat; I was thirsty, and you gave me something to drink.”
Your actions bring warmth, hope, and nourishment to our community, demonstrating the true meaning of love and service.

I am in the process of putting together the 2025 roster. If any parent wishes to join, please feel free to reach out via phone at the College or via email:

9502 3300   
antoinette.nader@syd.catholic.edu.au

Antoinette Nader
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Success for HSC – ARTEXPRESS, ENCORE and SHAPE!

Success for HSC – ARTEXPRESS, ENCORE and SHAPE!

We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Jessie-Marie Rifkin, Elena Cavdarovski, Jennifer LoGuidice, and Melissa Danelutti on their recent nomination for ARTEXPRESS in HSC Visual Arts.

ARTEXPRESS showcases exemplary artwork that reflects the creativity, skill, and dedication of students who have excelled in their Higher School Certificate Visual Arts practical examination and highlights outstanding Bodies of Work from talented students across New South Wales. Each nominated piece has been identified through a rigorous examination process.

Each of our nominees has brought a unique perspective to their work:

Seeing Beyond the Visage: After Berger

Elena Cavdarovski’s oil painting series delves into the historical relevance of mirrors in art, portraying women in moments of self-confrontation and introspection. Her work draws inspiration from art historian John Berger, exploring themes of identity and self-perception.

Metanoia Academy

Jessie-Marie Rifkin created a dynamic blend of digital and hand-drawn illustrations that transports viewers into a high school setting filled with intriguing characters and vivid adventures, blending storytelling with artistic expression.

From The Fire We Emerge

Melissa Danelutti’s series is a moving tribute to familial resilience, inspired by her family’s journey through recovery after a house fire during her childhood. Her series of oil paintings captures themes of strength and unity in the face of adversity.

Serenity In Roots,

Jennifer LoGiudice’s piece beautifully integrates graphite drawings and video to celebrate her grandfather’s Italian heritage and his garden. Through this multifaceted approach, Jennifer captures the quiet strength and rich legacy of her family, paying homage to her roots and capturing her grandfather’s connection to his bountiful garden. 

Selection for the 2025 ARTEXPRESS exhibition will take place later this month. We are incredibly proud of our nominees and wish them the very best in the selection process. This achievement reflects the hard work and creativity each of these students has invested in their artistic journeys, and we look forward to seeing their potential unfold.

Congratulations once again to Jessie-Marie, Elena, Jennifer, and Melissa!

Gemma Baldwin
CAPA Coordinator

St Ursula’s Music program achieved an incredible milestone with a record-breaking six students nominated for Encore! This prestigious recognition celebrates students who rank in the top 1% of the state for their outstanding practical examination performances in HSC Music. The students nominated in Music 1 are: Olivia Barsoum, Angelina Castelli, Daniella Haklane, Ying Shi He and Bernice Yem. Zoe Deng who completed Music 2 and Music Extension at Southern Cross Catholic College was also nominated. 

These talented musicians are now in the running to perform at the Sydney Opera House early next year—a true testament to their hard work, dedication, and musical excellence.

In the week leading to their video submissions, Mr Jamie Valente and the Year 11 Entertainment Industries class dedicated their lessons to professionally record and edit each student’s music program. This process provided an invaluable learning experience for the Entertainment class, who had the opportunity to work closely with professional musicians to record, mix, and edit high-quality video and audio. Collaborating on such a prestigious project allowed students to apply their technical skills in a real-world setting, enhancing their understanding of event production and audio engineering while gaining insights into the standards of professional performance and recording.

The Music Department’s success didn’t stop there. Two students, Angelina Eid and Daniella Hakelne, were also recognised in the Sydney Catholic Schools 2024 HSC Performing Arts Showcase. Angelina’s composition Retro Dilemma and Daniella’s captivating performance of Desert Rose earned them spots in the showcase and a feature on the CASPA podcast Spotlight on the Arts. On the podcast, they shared insights into their elective selection process and emphasised the value of pursuing performing arts subjects for the HSC. Daniella’s cultural piece Desert Rose, accompanied by her brother on piano, was selected for a live performance on Friday, 8 November.

Congratulations to all our exceptional students and to the Music Department for continuing to inspire creativity and excellence!

Stephanie Josifovski
Music Teacher

 

St Ursula’s Design and Technology students and Textiles and Design students have also done remarkably well, with seven students being nominated for possible inclusion in SHAPE exhibition. SHAPE is a selection of outstanding works from HSC Design and Technology, Industrial Technology and Textiles and Design students and will be held at the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct from March 2025. Congratulations to Natasha Alexander, Melissa Danelutti, Helayna Krallis, Bethnay Lui, Isabella Ursino and Mikaela Vassilimis, who have been nominated for their Design and Technology major work, and Elena Cavdarovski who has been nominated for her Textiles major work.

This nomination reflects the excellent quality of work produced and displayed for your Major Design Project. Being nominated for SHAPE is an incredible achievement and one you should be very proud of. The nomination reflects your dedication and excellence in Design and Technology. We are very glad you have been recognised for your success.

Colours for Canteen

Colours for Canteen

Canteen is an organisation that provides a range of free support services for youth with cancer. They connect cancer patients and survivors around Australia, and research how to most effectively support those suffering from cancer in any way shape or form. Canteen also educate the community about the different forms of cancer and the side effects of treatment, which raises awareness and supports oncology patients.

Bandanna Day is the flagship fundraising and awareness campaign for Canteen. The campaign is an annual event of selling bandannas for Bandanna Day. Since Bandanna Day began it has raised more than $35 million to support young people impacted by cancer. Every day, 3 young people in Australia are diagnosed with Cancer, and a further 23,000 young people have their world turned upside down with cancer due to their own diagnosis or the diagnosis of a family member.

Through our brand new initiative “Colours for Canteen” we contributed to Canteen’s cause by ordering and selling 120 bandannas throughout week 5, and on Friday 15 November, encouraged students to wear additional colourful accessories and donate gold coins. We are glad to announce that we sold out of the bandannas and would like to extend our congratulations and thanks for these sales and the generous donations, raising a total amount of $1,526.10.

Thank you to all the students and staff for your support for this new initiative!

Anna Glinatsis, Olivia Holt, Isabelle Ung, Olivia Rizk
Year 10

To learn more about Canteen, go to https://www.canteen.org.au/how-we-help

Indigenous Garden Aboriginal Artworks

Indigenous Garden Aboriginal Artworks

Once again we were privileged to have three esteemed Aboriginal artists and educators at the College to guide our Aboriginal students in completing the final two panels of the mural on the Indigenous Garden fence. Aunty Emma Peel, Aunty Therese Aldridge and Uncle Frank McLeod facilitated the extension of the mural from Sydney to the Blue Mountains and beyond into Wiradjuri country in Western NSW. You will be delighted to see the flora and fauna so beautifully captured by our talented artists. 

In addition, the students painted a depiction of an Indigenous plant and researched its uses by the traditional peoples of the area. The resulting signs will be erected in front of each plant to educate everyone in the community as they wander along Caroline Street. Huge thanks to our three Year 12 students who returned to school after their HSC exams to participate in this project, which started when they were in Year 7! It was also great to welcome family members and Benjamin and Matilda from OLF to add to the success of the project. Look out for future artworks by Jessie-Marie Rifkin, Jasmine Lattouf, Audrey Heiss, Kaileigh Nascimento, Maya Robinson, True Johnson, Violet Parmagos and Felicity Heiss!

Karen Horder
ATSI Coordinator

 

Junior Student Leadership Training Day: Embracing Service Leadership

Junior Student Leadership Training Day: Embracing Service Leadership

Last Monday, our Junior Student leaders gathered for a special training day led by our dedicated Senior Student Leadership Team. The focus of this day was to deepen our understanding of service leadership, guided by the life and example of St Angela Merici.

The training day began with a warm welcome from the Senior leaders, who shared their experiences in leadership and the unique challenges and rewards that come with serving the College community.

Through interactive workshops and group discussions, the Junior leaders explored what it means to lead in an Ursuline school. The Seniors emphasized that true leadership is not about power or recognition; it is about lifting others up, especially those who may feel left behind or in need.

Our Senior leaders, who mentored and inspired throughout the day, left the Juniors feeling empowered and excited to carry forward this legacy of service.

We are so proud of our Junior leaders for their openness and dedication, and look forward to seeing how they will bring the spirit of Angela Merici’s service leadership to life in our College.

Anne Sukkar
Leader of Wellbeing
Newman Symposium

Newman Symposium

On Monday 18 November, our annual Newman Symposium was held at the College. The Newman Program offers students in Years 7-10 dynamic and inspiring learning environments that fosters curiosity, creativity and critical thinking. As part of the program, students are provided with a range of enrichment and extension opportunities designed to challenge and engage young minds. These opportunities not only extend classroom learning but also encourage personal growth, leadership and a passion for lifelong learning.
 
The afternoon brought together students, parents and staff to celebrate the academic and personal growth of those students involved in the Newman Program. Students had a chance to showcase presentations of various student projects. Students shared their experiences and spoke confidently about the skills they had gained through extension opportunities at the College. The afternoon commenced with Musical performances followed by presentations from all learning areas, including short films from English, Languages and Religious Education, practical models and timber work made in Technology and Science alongside complex Mathematics problem solving, and presentations from HSIE and PDHPE.
 

Overall the Newman Symposium was a wonderful celebration of all the achievements of our students and a reminder of the exciting opportunities that lie ahead in the Newman Program.

Kaitlyn McDougall
Newman Teacher In Charge
Welcoming Year 7 2025

Welcoming Year 7 2025

On Tuesday 19 November, the College welcomed the newest members of our community with an Orientation Day that was all about introducing them to life as Ursuline students.

The day began with a warm welcome and an inspiring workshop on Ursuline identity. Led by our dedicated staff and Student Leaders, the workshop invited the new students to reflect on the values that shape our community: Accept, Respect, Act, Empower and Serve.

Next, students enjoyed a series of taster lessons, where they sampled a range of subjects, from science and technology to the arts. These classes offered a glimpse into the diverse and enriching curriculum that awaits them and gave them a chance to engage with our passionate teachers and learn in a hands-on way.

A “Passport Tour” followed, where each student received a passport to guide them through the school. As they visited key areas on campus, they collected stamps and gained valuable insights into the spaces and facilities that will become their new academic home. From the library and art rooms, to the chapel and TAS rooms, each stop on the tour helped our new students feel more comfortable and familiar with their surroundings.

One of the day’s highlights was the chance to meet their “Big Sisters”, Senior students who will be their mentors throughout the year. This time together over lunch allowed them to ask questions, share excitement, and begin forming friendships.

To conclude the day, the students gathered for a concert by the “Hot Potato” band. The band’s performance created a joyful atmosphere and an unforgettable end to a fantastic day.

After the students’ Orientation Day, we welcomed their families for a Parent Information Evening. This allowed parents to gain valuable insights into the College and offered an overview of the academic and spiritual journey that lies ahead. Teachers, students and parents shared the core values that shape our Ursuline community, emphasising the commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and faith formation.

Orientation Day was a wonderful success. We look forward to seeing our Year 7 (2025) students grow, learn, and shine as members of our community!

Anne Sukkar
Leader of Wellbeing
Thursday Sport

Thursday Sport

OARsome Rowing!

OARsome Rowing!

Year 10 student, Bianca McKenzie, recently competed at the NSW All Schools Championship at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in Penrith. Bianca raced in the girls single scull and came in at 2nd place! Well done Bianca!

You can watch Bianca’s OARsome row at approximately 01:37:54 (race 17) via this link.

SCS – Sports Programs

SCS – Sports Programs

My Strengths Parent Package

My Strengths Parent Package

MyStrengths is a strengths based program that we have been running at the College with both our staff and students. They have a background in positive psychology and positive wellbeing, and have become an integral part of our Pastoral Care program. 

St Ursula’s has a subscription to the full MyStrengths Parenting package. This is now active for all members of our community, both parents and staff.

MyStrengths parents provide short parenting courses, workshops and resources which provide easy practical steps drawing on a strength-based approach.

To access this fabulous resource simply go to:http://stursulas.mystrengths.com.au/

We encourage you to go online and explore.

Anne Sukkar
Leader of Wellbeing
Wellbeing Survey

Wellbeing Survey

As part of our ongoing commitment to school improvement and effectiveness, St Ursula’s College is participating in a series of online surveys developed by Sydney Catholic Schools. These surveys help us gather valuable feedback from our school community, which is essential for refining our practices and enhancing the experience for our students.

What’s the focus of the surveys?

Each term, we distribute surveys that explore important topics including mission, classroom learning, student wellbeing, and partnerships between parents, students, and staff. Your responses provide critical insights into these areas and allow us to make informed decisions that benefit our entire community.

How long will it take?

The survey is voluntary and will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. We truly appreciate the time you take to share your thoughts with us.

How can you participate?

To participate in the latest survey, simply click on the link below:

2024 Wellbeing Survey

We are eager to hear your feedback and work together to continue building a supportive and effective environment for our students. Thank you for being an integral part of the St Ursula’s community!

We look forward to your response.

Finance News

Finance News

Dear Parents and Carers

Thank you to those families who have made, and continue to make, school fee payments. 

If you are on term instalments, your final school fee payment is now overdue.

If you are overdue on any payments, can you please make payment of your overdue amount immediately or contact me to arrange a payment plan. An SMS reminder will be sent if payment has not been received by the due date.

Sydney Catholic Schools provide Bursaries for any families experiencing genuine financial hardship. If you require financial assistance, please contact me urgently to request an Application For Financial Assistance through on 9502 3300 or via email: accounts@stursulakingsgrove.catholic.edu.au

Please do not hesitate to contact the College Finance Office or myself if you have any questions or concerns regarding your school fee account.

Sally Screnci
College Bursar
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Our social media platforms feature photos and videos of our students’ many achievements and learning experiences, latest events and other exciting news from around the school.

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