Dear parents, carers and students, 

Last weekend marked the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, otherwise known as Trinity Sunday, where we proclaim the greatest mystery of our faith, our belief in the triune God: the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Unlike other celebrations throughout the year, Trinity Sunday centres on a doctrine (or teaching) of the church, rather than a specific event. It honours the most fundamental of Christian beliefs, and one that the human mind could never fully comprehend, that God is three persons in one nature. Even beginning to understand this teaching is one that can only be achieved through the intercession of the Holy Spirit within us. It is fitting, therefore, that this mystery is celebrated on the first Sunday after Pentecost, when the outpouring of the Holy Spirit First occurred. 

As many within our community would be aware, last night, record numbers of parents, carers, staff, students and friends of the College gathered here for our annual Magdalene Shines event, a showcase of exceptional student talent in the performing arts. Audience members were blown away by the singing, dancing, drama and musical skills that were on display in what was such a professional and entertaining production. I particularly thank and acknowledge the work of Mrs Marino and the many staff members who coordinated this event, and extend this thanks to all our visitors who came in support of our very talented students. 

As you would be aware, we are in the process of finalising Semester One reports whilst also preparing for our Semester One Parent/Teacher/Student Interviews that are taking place in Weeks 9 and 10. With bookings filling fast, I would encourage parents and carers to secure their time slots via Compass. These interviews are a really worthwhile opportunity to reflect on each student's application and performance whilst also setting goals for the semester ahead. 

I’d like to remind our community that all staff at Magdalene will be involved in our annual Spirituality Day on Friday 4th July. As such, there will be no classes and the College office will be closed on this day. Due to the scheduled Parent/Teacher/Student interviews taking place on Thursday 3rd July, the final day of classes for all students will be Wednesday 2nd July. I thank those parents who will be making alternate supervision arrangements on these days in order for these two important events to take place. 

In concluding this week I would like to wish Mrs Forner all the best as she departs on a period of long service leave. Mrs Forner will be returning to the College at the beginning of Week 3 next term. Whilst she is on leave, Mr Bubb will be fulfilling the role of Acting Assistant Principal and Mrs Shortridge will be fulfilling the role of Acting Leader of Wellbeing. 

Wishing you all the best for the week ahead, 

David Cloran

Principal