Today our community celebrated The Way of the Cross in a COVID safe style. Each year group moved around the school, reflecting on the Stations of the Cross. We reflected on the significance of each Station and how this relates to our contemporary world today.
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As with all things zero waste, it is best to be prepared to avoid the waste that holidays tend to bring.
Leaving your Easter egg buying to the last minute and rushing to the nearest supermarket will most likely result in buying plastic wrapped, palm oil containing holiday treats for family and friends.
There are options to buy better Easter eggs and other treats instead!
Thank you to all our community for supporting our #GiftofLife #DonateLifeWalk this morning. A big thank you to Ned and Josh from Canberra FM Radio for broadcasting their Breakfast Show live from Merici, helping us to spread the message about Gift of Life. Take the next step… and register to be a donor. Register to become and organ and tissue donor at www.donatelife.gov.au.
Sean’Hope Craig, Year 10, has recently returned from the USA after a ski-based exchange at The Dublin School. Read about Sean’Hope’s experience and achievements as she reflects on the wonderful opportunity:
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
London, I love the art and culture there and the transport to Europe by train.
What are your favourite subject groups to study in the MYP?
The Arts
Language and Literature
What do you like about these subject groups?
The arts show a reflection of society and how culture has evolved. I love English because I can apply my skills in everyday life.
Any further delay in concerted global action will miss a brief and rapidly closing window to secure a "livable future" according to the Panel's co-chair.
In particular, Australia will suffer greater climate impacts than any other advanced economy.
So if you want to take action for your livable future:
The Festival will be held on Saturday 30 April 2022, in the Kambri Precinct of ANU.
The theme of this year's festival is:
One Person, a World of Difference.
Charlotte Turner – Year 10 Seiwa
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Norway. Norway is one of the most progressive countries in the world. Higher education is free and it's a very safe country for people of all backgrounds.
What are your favourite subject groups to study in the MYP?
The Arts
Individuals and Societies
Language Acquisition
What do you like about these subject groups?
Earth Hour is this coming Saturday, March 26th.
This Earth Hour, Australians are being called upon everywhere to sign up, switch off and join a worldwide community of millions supporting stronger action on climate change.
It’s never been more critical to come together to protect our world than at this moment.
Climate change is impacting our precious environment right now, with the Great Barrier Reef experiencing its fourth significant bleaching event in just six years.
Stephanie returned to Merici College in 2022, stepping into the role of Global Studies Coordinator. She began her teaching career at Merici in 2004 and as part of a Defence family, she has enjoyed a variety of positions at schools in Townsville, Brisbane, and Canberra. Stephanie has also taken on the role of CAS facilitator, and is looking forward to supporting our IB Diploma students throughout their DP journey.
