Principal’s Welcome

2019 College Theme

Welcome to the Winter edition of Always Aloysius.

This year has proven so far to be one of great opportunity, new learnings and certainly one that is living up to our 2019 College theme of Courage. We were inspired to choose this theme from both the values of Mercy Education and following deep reflection upon the teachings of our founder, Catherine McAuley.

In her letters we meet a person of unfailing courage and resilience who would go on to inspire generations of others to trust in God for the strength they needed to be steadfast, no matter what difficulties they might encounter.

In July 1841, shortly before her death, Catherine wrote a letter to her founding companion, Mary Ann Doyle, in which she gave this advice: “Speak as your mind directs, and always act with courage.”

These though were not just words, in fact this was the very way Catherine lived and these are very much the words that come to life in the pages of this edition of Always Aloysius. With features covering the College DUX of 2018, the College musical ‘Hairspray Jr’ and an overseas trip to our Sister School in Milan, we see Catherine’s words and our College theme in action.

This year we have also welcomed, and farewelled, staff and students and we have continued upon our journey of improving our school facilities with the commencement in July of our Master Plan Stages 5 -7 which are due to be completed during Term 4.

Please enjoy this wonderful collection of writings, which are themselves just a glimpse of the many wonderful opportunities and experiences our girls are exposed to. I know that you will enjoy this edition and I look forward to you visiting the College soon.

In the footsteps of Catherine McAuley,

Mary Farah

Principal