Reflections

Merici College Green Tip #12 - International Compost Awareness Week

Submitted by mericiadmin on May 4, 2021 - 1:29pm

This week is International Compost Awareness Week. 

It is a week of activities and events to improve awareness of the importance of compost as a valuable organic resource. 

Composting reduces carbon and methane pollution while regenerating the soil, benefitting water sources,

and fostering food security into the future. 

The organic materials that can be composted include yard trimmings, leaves, mulch, grass clippings,

some paper products, and food scraps such as raw and cooked fruits,

VALE IVI WARD

Submitted by mericiadmin on April 30, 2021 - 2:01pm

It is with great sadness that we share the news that Mrs Ivi Ward has entered into eternal life. Mrs Ward was a dedicated and valued teacher at Merici College from 1988 to 2003 and touched the lives of many students and staff. Our sincere condolences to the Ward and Praks families. May perpetual life shine upon her and may she rest in love.

 

Below is the memorial notice for Ivi and details of her funeral.

 

IVI WARD (nee Praks)

25 January 1943 - 23 April 2021

Merici College Green Tip #11 - What can you do to help?

Submitted by mericiadmin on April 29, 2021 - 9:23am

If you are wondering what you can do to make a difference to your environment, please have a look at the displayed image for some ideas from the ACT State of the Environment Report for Young People. 

​Source and for more information:

https://www.environmentforyouth.com.au/2-community-leadership-and-sustainability/191-2/

Felicity Maher
Sustainability Officer

 

Merici College Green Tip #10 - Thursday April 22 is International Mother Earth Day.

Submitted by mericiadmin on April 20, 2021 - 1:58pm

This is different to World Environment Day held in June and recognises that Earth and its ecosystems are our home,

and it is essential to achieve harmony with biodiversity, animals and the Earth's living, life supporting systems. 

From the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres:

When Mother Earth sends us a message …

Mother Earth is clearly urging a call to action. Nature is suffering. Oceans filling with plastic and turning more acidic. 

Easter Liturgy

Submitted by mericiadmin on April 1, 2021 - 5:08pm

Today the Merici College community reflected on the significance of Easter by exploring the Stations of the Cross and other important aspects of Holy Week in the Easter Liturgy. The liturgy was completely student-focussed with approximately 50 students leading all elements. it was a beautiful liturgy and we would like to thank all our students for their reverence and reflection.

On behalf of the staff at Merici College, I wish our community a very Holy and Blessed Easter.

Anna Masters

Principal

Life at Merici College

Submitted by mericiadmin on March 31, 2021 - 10:05am

Established in 1959, Merici College educates young women from Years 7-12.

Merici is a vibrant, welcoming and energetic community with a rich tradition of pastoral care and a stimulating curriculum designed to meet the individual needs of each student.

Merici actively fosters the development of the gifts and talents of each student whilst promoting active participation within our community. We encourage leadership and challenge students to reach out to the wider community in a spirit of compassion and solidarity.

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