Celebrating St Francis of Assisi

On the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi, we honoured the remarkable legacy of the saint whose love for creation and deep care for all living beings resonates with our college pillars of compassion and stewardship. In recognition of his passion and dedication, a special display was set up in front of a building named in his honour.

Students were warmly greeted at the front gate, where they were invited to ask for St. Francis' intercession. As a symbolic gesture, they wrote their names on paper birds, which were then used to create a stunning visual display, reminding us of St. Francis’ reverence for the natural world and his deep connection with God's creatures.

This day served as a beautiful reminder of the values we strive to live by as a community and the powerful example set by St. Francis in caring for both creation and our fellow beings.

World Mental Health Day

This year, the Social Justice Team decided to bring some joy to the community by selling choc tops at lunchtime, with all proceeds going to the Black Dog Institute. The Black Dog Institute is dedicated to creating a mentally healthier world, as outlined in their mission:

"Science. Compassion. Action: 1 in 5 of us will experience symptoms of mental illness in any given year. In Australia, that’s around 5 million people. Roughly 60% of these people won’t seek help."

The institute's 2022-2026 strategy focuses on delivering impactful research that treats, manages, and prevents common mental health conditions and suicide in various settings, including workplaces, schools, and communities.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, we raised a total of $1534. Your contributions will help support this important cause, and we are deeply grateful for your involvement!