It’s Great to be Back!

On Monday I had the great pleasure of returning to work after 6 weeks of Professional Renewal Leave, walking the Camino in Spain with 2 of my principal colleagues from the Diocese.  While the pilgrimage was an absolutely life changing experience, I have greatly enjoyed being back at work, with the kids, staff and community this week.  Pope Francis talks of “the dignity of work”, and it is certainly something that I was looking forward to returning to.  While I could have made the newsletter a rather lengthy read with my reflection from my journey, I have instead attached it below. I have also included a string of photos from my pilgrimage in case it strikes an interest for you.  I would sincerely like to thank the Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools for providing the opportunity of professional renewal leave for all principals in the diocese.  I cannot imagine ever finding another means for such deep reflection and personal development with Dr Pat providing this opportunity. 

Thank You Ms Collins

Ms Sharon Collins is a superstar.  I had nothing but absolute confidence in her ability to not only maintain the functioning and leadership of the College in my absence, but also enhance it!  She has done a wonderful job in her time at Dalby, as well as providing thought provoking feedback that will assist the College in its future trajectory. The fact that Ms Collins was here for 6 weeks and she has already overtaken me as favourite Principal is of deep concern! Thanks Ms Collins – you are welcome back at OLSCC any time!

Keeping Up To Date

The College Calendar gets remarkably busy around this time of year with a wide array of events affecting all sectors of the College. Please make sure you are keeping up to date with email, FaceBook (both the 'Our Lady of the Southern Cross College' and 'OLSCC Family & Community Engagement – FACE' pages), and of course the newsletter with all the happenings of the College.

Today we hosted an Ecumenical Service in the MPC. This is a wonderful liturgy that includes many local churches and clergy and all parents and community members are very welcome to attend.

There are also some great initiatives happening in FACE at the moment, so please keep your eyes peeled for some exciting news soon!