A most warm welcome back to our students and their families. I trust that the recent term break was an opportunity to rest, connect and energise in preparation for Term Four.

Farewell to our Year 12 Graduates

As our Year 12 students get ready to finish their time at the College, it is opportune to take a moment to celebrate everything they have achieved and the people they have become. Over the years, they have grown not just in knowledge, but also in character, showing what it means to live with compassion, act with courage, and serve others in the Ignatian spirit.

Their final week with us has been filled with special moments. On Thursday 16 October, they were farewelled by their House and Mentor groups in House Assemblies. This was an opportunity to reflect, share memories, and say thank you. Then on Friday 17 October, the whole College came together for a formal Assembly to honour our graduates. In one of our most cherished traditions, they walked out of the Assembly to the cheers and applause of the entire school community, a powerful symbol of our pride and support.

Later that day, at 4:00pm, we gathered for a beautiful Celebration Liturgy, followed by the Graduation Dinner. This is a time for students, staff, and families to come together, share stories, and give thanks for the journey we have shared.

We thank our Year 12 students for the energy, spirit, and leadership they have brought to our community. As they head into the next chapter of their lives, they carry with them the heart of our school and the values that will guide them wherever life takes them.

Senior Sports Awards Evening

A big thank you to Ms Jacqueline Wade (Director of Sport) and her team for the organisation of the Senior Sports Awards evening on Thursday 9 October 2025.

This evening was a wonderful celebration of student achievements across both the summer and winter ACS seasons. The event acknowledged outstanding performances at championship carnivals and featured inspiring addresses from Sam Glover, VFL Collingwood captain, and Aisling Utri, Western Bulldogs AFLW premiership player and Australian hockey representative. A special highlight was the recognition of our Year 12 students who have participated in ACS sport every year of their six years at the College.

These students are commended for their remarkable commitment, leadership, and contribution to our sporting culture.

Presentation Ball

On Monday 22 and Tuesday 23 September, our annual Presentation Balls took place, celebrating the hard work and growth of our students who had been practising their dance moves over several weeks. It was a proud moment to witness their achievements, as they conducted themselves with grace and dignity throughout the beautiful presentations.

A highlight of the evenings was seeing families join students on the dance floor, leading cultural dances that reflected a strong appreciation of culture, acceptance of others, and a deep sense of community.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the Loyola staff who made these events possible: Mr Matthew Luczek (Director of College and Community Engagement), Ms Monica Agius (College and Community Engagement Assistant), and Mrs Shannon Staub (Director of Co-Curriculum).

I would also like to thank the parent committee who worked tirelessly to organise the event. A very special note of appreciation goes to the following parents:

School Holiday Activity

Over the holidays, the Loyola campus remained busy and engaged. I thank the teachers who took the opportunity to run additional classes for their Year 12 students. The Maths faculty once again facilitated two Maths Magis sessions, open to all students who require extra support in Mathematics, preparation for exam conditions, or further personal challenge for excellence.

As they prepare to step into their final exams, we encourage our Year 12 students to stay focused, look after their wellbeing, and lean on the support around them. Now is the time to revise with purpose, ask questions, practise past papers, and keep a healthy balance between study and rest.

Cyber Incident Update

Our investigation continues with a focus on determining the specific impact on individuals, both past and present.

We will continue to send personalised communications to all impacted members of our community about exactly what data we know has been accessed or compromised and to provide further advice on what steps should be taken.

Importantly, there a number of steps we can all take to protect our information, including regularly changing passwords and reporting any suspicious activity.

Specialist identity protection advice and resources are available to you free of charge through IDCare, Australia’s national identity and cyber support community service by calling 1800 595 160. When contacting IDCare please quote the referral code MACS25.