With only three weeks to go until the end of term, there is a wonderful sense of energy and purpose across the College as students and staff work towards completing their learning goals and preparing for the busy events that lie ahead.

Activities Week

Activities Week was a wonderful celebration of curiosity, challenge and community at our school. Throughout the week, students engaged in a wide range of experiences designed to build confidence, collaboration and a sense of adventure. Whether exploring new skills, participating in excursions or camps, or working with peers on creative projects, students demonstrated enthusiasm, resilience and a willingness to try something new.

A huge thank you to our staff for their planning, supervision and energy, and to our students for embracing every opportunity with such positivity. Activities Week continues to be a highlight on our calendar, reflecting the strong culture of engagement and connection across our school

House Masses

A big thank-you all the families who have attended the House Masses across our feeder parishes over the past weeks. It has been especially pleasing to see that almost 100% of our Year 7 students have been present to be formally presented and commissioned as students of the College.

These House Masses are a meaningful way for our community to gather, connect, and celebrate our shared faith tradition. The strong support from our families reflects the deep partnership between home, parish, and school, and affirms the importance we place on nurturing the spiritual life of our students.

We are sincerely grateful for your commitment and presence.

There are a number of masses remaining and I look forward to families joining us at the following times for mass and morning tea.

Sunday 15 March Mannix House Mass – St Damian’s (10.00am)

Sunday 22 March Acutis House Mass – Our Lady of the Way (9.00am)

Sunday 29 March Flynn House Mass – Sacred Heart (9am)

Sunday 29 March MacKillop House Mass – St Thomas (10.30am)

The Ricci Centre

The Ricci Centre is now officially up and running, with students already enjoying the new contemporary learning spaces.

The formal opening of the new building is scheduled for Term Two, and we look forward to celebrating this milestone with our community.

Our Gardening Team is currently busy designing the surrounding landscaped areas. Parents who are available for the Twilight Working Bee this Friday, 13 March, are warmly invited to help plant out these new spaces and contribute to this exciting next stage of development.

Magis Art Collection

I would like to congratulate the students from the Visual Arts Faculty whose work has been selected for display in the Via Maxima for the duration of the 2026 school year as part of the Magis Art Collection.

In Ignatian tradition, Magis means “the more”, the call to strive for greater depth, creativity, and excellence in all that we do. This spirit of seeking the greater good is beautifully reflected in our Magis Art Collection, which showcases works that demonstrate curiosity, craftsmanship, imagination and the desire to go beyond what is expected.

Motor Neurone Disease – World Record Attempt

Families will be familiar with The Big Freeze, hosted by the AFL each year to raise funds and awareness for Motor Neurone Disease. Loyola College has recently been invited by FightMND to participate in their official World Record Attempt for the largest simultaneous Ice Bucket Challenge, to be held on Wednesday 11 March at Xavier College.

Most of us know someone whose life has been affected by this devastating disease. While it is exciting to be involved in a world record attempt, it is even more important to pause and think of those living with MND.

Term One Assessments

Over the next few weeks, most students will be completing a range of assessments across their subjects, as we move into the final part of the term. This is an important time for students to demonstrate their learning, and a supportive routine at home can make a real difference. Parents can assist by helping students create a simple study plan, ensuring they have a quiet space to work, and encouraging regular breaks to maintain focus.

Students are encouraged to stay organised, ask teachers for clarification when needed, and begin revision early rather than leaving tasks to the last minute.

Maintaining healthy habits; sleep, nutrition, and limited screen distractions, also plays a key role in managing workload and reducing stress.

In closing, thank you to our staff, students and families for your continued support and engagement; together we finish the term with purpose, gratitude and a strong sense of community.