Assistant Principal - Learning and Teaching

Mary MacKillop Today

Last Friday Year 7 and 8 had the opportunity to hear from Jane Woolford, CEO of Mary MacKillop Today. Jane along with Sawtell Parish’s Lorraine Kirkaldy, were able to present on the Feast Day of Mary MacKillop, a talk on the legacy of Australia’s first saint. 

Mary MacKillop believed education was a pathway to dignity, opportunity, and faith, especially for those most in need. Guided by her motto, “Never see a need without doing something about it,” she and the Sisters of St Joseph established schools across Australia, bringing learning to remote and disadvantaged communities. 

Her vision was steeped in compassion, inclusivity, and a deep commitment to nurturing the whole person—spiritually, academically, and socially. 

Jane explained to our students that the Josephite education continues Mary’s legacy, fostering environments where every student is valued, supported, and challenged to reach their potential, carrying forward Mary’s belief in the transformative power of learning. 

Engaged Learners - Classroom Entry and Exit Routines

Students will now see this graphic appear in classrooms and electronic screens. The aim is to have a greater student engagement in their learning and consistency of practice amongst our staff and student body. The follow graphic is an expectation of what our lesson should look like:

Study Skills