News & Events

Dear Friends and families of St Pauls,

Is it only two weeks since the last newsletter? What has happened at the College seems it could have filled two months’ worth!

Life in a school, as I’m sure it is for you all nowadays, is extremely busy. Some may think that in term four we are all slowing down. Whether we like it or not nothing could be further from the truth.

Since the last newsletter college events include:

• We held the official opening of our new St Mary of the Cross MacKillop building. This was a momentous occasion for the College, attended by our Archbishop Patrick O’Regan, Acting Executive Director of EREA Ray Paxton, Director of Catholic Education SA and other distinguished guests. It was a wonderful occasion added to by our formidable primary Liturgical Dance Group under the direction of Ms Amy Barone
• Yr. 12’s on their Swot-Vac but coming to school to finish major assignments and being supported by our dedicated staff with their revision.
• Yr. 12 exams have started.
• An amazing Year 7 camp. Thanks Mr. John Grave and all the staff who attended.
• An amazing Year 5 Camp. Thanks Mr Jake Stewart and staff who attended
• Our 2023 Reception students having their first transition visit – such excitement and fun.
• A significant Inclusive Education transition visit for students who may need some extra support in 2023.
• The 2023 Prefects Camp – from Sunday to Tuesday. An excellent group of talented and inspired young men willing to take on the mantle of senior student leadership in the College. Thanks to Messers. Nick Callary, Josh Foulis, Joe Hicks, and Leaders of House. What awesome staff and students we are blessed with.
• A Year 8 Retreat. More awesomeness!! Thanks Ms Maria Girolamo-Corbo and the Catholic Identity Team. These experiences enrich the lives of our students in so many ways.
• Continued work on our 2023 school timetable (thanks Mr Michael White, Mr Matthew Muscat, and Mr Josh Foulis.) An enormous task undertaken with such desire to achieve what is best for the students and families.
• More interviews to employ more great staff for the College.
• A hugely successful Parent Information Evening for new students in 2023 and those progressing to the Middle Years. Thanks to our wonderful Parents and Friends for the BBQ and your amazing and ongoing support of the College, and to Ms Donna Nguyen for her coordination of the evening, together with all the staff who presented and supported the evening – it was a tremendous success.

On Friday, the 11th of the 11th. A wonderful Remembrance Day Ceremony. Thanks Ms Joanna D’Angelo and all for creating such a respectful and unifying learning and spiritual experience.
More learning experiences for the students – isn’t that our normal life?

So, all this is pretty normal for us! Our staff have an amazing desire to provide the absolute best experiences for our students, families, and community. The College is and will continue to do just that – our best – for you all. It is a pleasure and blessing for us to not only work here but to serve this wonderful community. The weeks and activities fly by, staff work so diligently and together we live a life of gratitude for being able to do it all – together.

God Bless
Paul Belton