2013

Adriana says that starting school in year 8 was nerve-wracking but exciting. The teachers were very welcoming and Adriana soon felt like a member of the community. At St Mary's, she learnt to be confident and voice her beliefs. Believing in herself allowed her to complete university and become a teacher. She said, "school prepared me for life well, however, you never really know what lies ahead."

Her advice is to enjoy school because it is a memory that will stay with you forever. She states, "you are surrounded by many young women and you will all have the potential to become who or whatever you want to be." Her passion for being healthy and fit grew at St Mary's and she took the knowledge she learnt with her later in life. Adriana recalls her proudest moment being when she received an ATAR that allowed her to go to university.

Written by Sienna Torquati (student)

"St Mary's taught me to reach for the stars," Kate Obst quotes most fondly. The former student spent five years of her life at the school; learning, growing and making wonderful memories. She thanks St Mary's for the life-long friendships made. The many lessons she learned during her secondary years greatly influenced Kate and shaped her into the woman she is today.

Kate attended SMC from Year 8, but it was during her senior years that her passion for psychology prospered. Graduating at the top of her class and currently studying at university to become a psychologist, Kate thrived at school due to her passion for learning and with encouragement from teachers. According to Kate, the college was a second home, bringing her a sense of belonging and security. She describes her experience at the college as a growth journey and is proud to have been a St Mary's Student.

Written by Rebecca Aaserud (student)