Newsletter Article: Term 1, Week 10 2024

A successful start to the year

As Term 1 draws to a close, I am immensely proud of our incredible progress in pursuing our shared goals and aspirations.

A key highlight has been launching our 2024-2027 Strategic Plan, which was developed in collaboration with all in our community. Building on the goals and vision of our Founder, it lays the foundation for us to achieve its central goal to “Shape the girls who will shape the world”.

Our commitment to educational excellence, a fundamental tenet of this Plan, has been evident in every facet of our school community. Together, we have cultivated a positive and supportive culture that will enable our students to develop the courage, compassion, and confidence to become the architects of change in an ever-evolving world. Whether through their commitment to learning, artistic or sporting endeavours, or community service initiatives, our students have demonstrated a profound sense of purpose and dedication to positively impacting society.

As we celebrate this term’s achievements, let’s look forward with optimism and excitement to the endless possibilities that await us in Term 2.

With your continued support and partnership, I am confident that we will continue to nurture and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators who will shape the world for the better.

Staffing Updates

In staffing news, Wendy Macdonald, Leader of Learning Science has accepted a promotion at Marist College Ashgrove commencing next term. After a 13-year contribution to Stuartholme, we are incredibly grateful to Wendy for her service as a Sacred Heart educator and excited for her and wish her well as she takes this next step.

Deb Guthrie, an experienced leader of science and former Deputy Principal will take on the role of Acting Leader of Learning Science for 2024, and we are pleased to welcome back to the Science Department a familiar face in Karen Patterson for Term 2.

In addition, we express gratitude to Michelle Carter for her work in the Careers space across Term 1 and welcome back Tom Lillyman as he returns from secondment at the start of next term.

Pausing to celebrate Easter 

We were recently reminded in our beautiful Reconciliation and Easter Liturgies of the joyous celebration of Easter, marking the promise of new beginnings and the triumph of light over darkness. It is a time for families to gather, reflect, and appreciate the blessings in our lives.

I wish you and your families a blessed and joy-filled Easter! May this season bring you renewed hope, abundant blessings, and moments of pure happiness.

Yours in Cor Unum,

Danny Crump
Principal