AS THE St. Mary’s community prepares to celebrate the Class of 2024, we take a moment to reflect on the achievements of this wonderful group. 
Over the years Abby Wilson,  Corrado Lynch and Ryan Isaac  (pictured) have shown resilience, creativity, and a dedication to excellence, not only in academics but across a wide range of extracurricular activities. Their leadership has made a lasting impact on the school.
This year, St. Mary’s saw impressive growth, particularly with the introduction of a new flexible teaching model for using multi age classrooms, which allowed for more personalised learning. This model will be used again in 2025 with the two rooms becoming one, along with the use of the library for the combined F-6 classes. 
The Grand Opening of the Nano Nagle Centre was a momentous occasion for the entire St. Mary’s community. Another highlight was the return of St Mary’s Trivia Night, after a hiatus due to COVID, which was a resounding success.
Year 5 and 6 students enjoyed a memorable camp in Melbourne, further cementing the school’s focus on community and connection. Students also participated in hands-on sustainability workshops at the IDHS Community Garden, learning valuable gardening skills while connecting with the local environment.
Looking ahead, St. Mary’s will embrace the Magnify Sandhurst program, a new diocesan initiative that will reshape the way students engage with their learning. This program, launching in 2025, promises to be a game-changer for the school’s educational approach. 
The Mental Health in Primary Schools project will also commence in 2025, with a state funded position for a Wellbeing Co-ordinator being introduced. 
As we look forward to the graduation Mass and awards and our Nativity Play, we are excited for the future and the continued success of our students. 
Congratulations to the Class of 2024!