Archive for 2016
2016 – the Year of Felicity
From the Principal, Ms Judith Potter 2016 – The Year of Felicity “Felicity is an attitude of mind, a disposition of the heart which manifests itself in cheerfulness, good humour, joy, hope, optimism, friendliness, courtesy, positive thinking, inner peace, self-acceptance and courage” (Loreto Schools of Australia Mission Statement) It was a great joy to…
Read MoreInternational Women’s Day Breakfast
From the Principal, Ms Judith Potter “Felicity is an attitude of mind, a disposition of the heart which manifests itself in cheerfulness, good humour, joy, happiness, hope, optimism, friendliness, cheerfulness, courtesy, positive thinking, inner peace, self-acceptance and courage.” (Loreto Schools of Australia Mission Statement) The International Women’s Day Breakfast is a key annual event here…
Read MoreRoyal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse
From the Principal, Ms Judith Potter The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse continues to shine a much needed light on, and gives voice to, the immense suffering and trauma of survivors of sexual abuse. The courage of these survivors and their strong desire to assist others and ensure that structures and…
Read MoreA cheerful heart is a great asset
From the Principal, Ms Judith Potter “Have a cheerful mind, a good understanding and a great desire for virtue. Of these a cheerful heart is most essential.” (Mary Ward) I saw great example from students and staff of cheerful hearts in my visit to the Year 7 Camp last week. It was a delight…
Read MoreWelcome to the new year – 2016
From the Principal, Ms Judith Potter The 2016 school year is now in full active mode. I thank all parents and students who joined with the Loreto Sisters, staff and members of Council and Council Committees at The Opening School Year Family Mass, celebrated by Bishop Paul Bird CSsR (Bishop of Ballarat). It is great…
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