To quote Sr Anne Cossar, who spoke from the heart to the assembled students, ‘we are all doing the work of Mercy’. To reflect on the day, the liturgy was a beautiful celebration, highlighting just how talented our students are. Well done to our student leaders, musicians and singers who led our liturgy so beautifully.

The costumes were absolutely incredible – staff and students alike looked amazing! The Carnival was buzzing with fun activities and everyone enjoyed time in the sun with friends before we headed off for a well-deserved break. Funds raised during Term 3, culminating with the Mercy Day Carnival, will support Mercy Works partnerships in Australia through the Remote Laundries Project in the West Arnhem community of Gunbalanya in partnership with the Adjumarllarl Aboriginal Corporation.

Thank you to everyone for making our Mercy Day Celebration such a successful end to the term for our community. (Read more about Mercy Day.)

Congratulations to our Term 3 Spirit of Catherine award winners who were announced on Mercy Day and, together with the Terms 1 and 2 winners, were recognised for their efforts to live out the Mercy Values in their words and actions. (Read more about the Award Winners.)

Term 4 is always a busy and eventful time for staff and students alike. Just a few weeks into term we will farewell our Year 12 students prior to their exams and graduation. It was encouraging to see so many VCE students taking up the opportunity to come in during the break for practice exams, and I thank the assistant principals who supported the students for these sessions. There is plenty of support on offer, and I encourage families to consult the Senior Pathways booklet for the full range of supports available. (Senior Pathways Booklet)

I hope that everyone is enjoying a safe and relaxing break and ready to return on Monday, rested and full of enthusiasm for the final term.