Leeanne Moriarty with international students Jason, Year 12, from China and Khem, Year 11, from Thailand and the Study Travel Award.

Schools

College celebrates international award

With an international program spanning more than 50 years, Mercedes College is well versed in educating students from overseas. Now it has received worldwide recognition by becoming the first Australian school to receive the Study Travel Secondary Schools Award.

Schools

Buddy program helps newcomers flourish

A buddy program that links each Reception child with a Year 12 student has proved a resounding success in fostering a ‘sense of belonging’ for the newer members of the Mercedes College community.

Local

Enduring love of Mary on show

While inclement weather forced last month’s Marian Procession and Peace Rally to be moved indoors, it couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of more than 1000 faithful who gathered to honour Mary, Mother of the Church.

Obituaries

A life walking with Jesus

Sr Carmel Hennessy RSM – Born: July 14 1928 | Died: August 6 2020

People

Hearing the voice of the young

Attending Mercedes College in the 1970s, Helen Connolly has maintained a passion for social justice instilled in her by the Sisters of Mercy throughout her extensive career in human services.