Student Achievement

St Angela Merici Day Award

On Friday 31 May, our College community celebrated the Feast Day of St Angela Merici. In 2024, our journey at Merici College is guided by the profound theme of "Spes," meaning hope - a beacon that shines brightly as we commemorate the feast Day of Saint Angela Merici and 65 years of Catholic education in Braddon. Anchored in the timeless wisdom of St. Angela, we embrace hope as our steadfast companion, echoing the biblical assurance, "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure" (Hebrews 6:19).

On Thursday 30 May, our Art students enjoyed the opportunity of attending a Photography workshop facilitated by Peter Solness, a pioneer of night photography and stunning light-painting techniques. Peter shared his wealth of knowledge and skills to the students. Thanks so much Peter for spending time at Merici College. #petersolness #mericiarts

In October last year, I wrote a Year 9 History essay on the contemporary relevance of ANZAC Day.  Simple enough, as essay writing is the currency of the high school Humanities student. However, little did I know that this essay would lead to a life changing (and life enhancing) experience, and a turning point in the way I view my schooling and future.

We would like to acknowledge the wonderful contribution made by students which, in no small part, contributed to the success of our Open Day, Be Merici Girl Days and Talk and Tours. Over 300 students participated in these activities. The students were all wonderful ambassadors for our school and we have received excellent feedback from all our visitors on your exceptional skills in conducting school tours, participating in Science, Mathematics, Food Technology, Art and Textiles classroom activities, presenting dance, music, vocal and drama information.

Congratulations to our Year 11 students who received awards on Monday 8 April for their Year 10 2023 IB Personal Project academic results. Certificates were provided to schools by IB Schools Australasia to recognise the achievements in the Middle Years programme. IB Schools Australasia is a professional network that is formally recognised by the IB to provide support in our region. Award included:

1. Certificates of Merit awarded to students who achieved a score of 7 in one or more subject

Congratulations to everyone who competed at the Swimming Carnival​. At our Whole School Assembly yesterday, we were very excited to announce the age group winners and runners up, as well as our Merici Marlin winner ​and record breakers​.

12 Y and under: Winner: Isabella Clark, Runner Up: Koa Marsden

13 Y: Winner: Layla Bryers, Runner Up: Emily Males

14 Y: Winner: Ada Ciaccia. Runner Up: Amelia Smith

15 Y: Winner: Tara Holmes, Runner Up: Milana Sadler-Pather

16 Y: Winner: Jorja Langi, Runner Up: Amelia Miller