Last night, Thursday 20 June, staff and students at Merici College participated in the annual Vinnies Winter Sleep Out, experiencing a small taste of what it’s like to sleep rough. This event was not only an eye-opener but also a crucial initiative to raise funds and awareness to support the homeless in the ACT.

We extend our sincere thanks to Teah from Vinnies, who delivered an insightful presentation on the realities of homelessness in our community. Your words resonated with us and reinforced the importance of our efforts.

Martin O/Malley said “A community united by the ideals of compassion and creativity has incredible power. Art of all kinds – music, literature, traditional arts, visual arts – can lift a community.”

It is evident this evening that we have artists who enlighten, inspire and “lift” our community at Merici College.  We are so impressed by the innovative, individual and powerful talent of the media makers, artists, designers, actors, dancers, dramatists, photographers, graphic artists, instrumentalists and vocalists here at Merici.

Please find attached our latest What's On newsletter.

Merici College would like to congratulate Sr Jane Keogh, recipient of the Member of the Order Australia (AM) in the General Division for significant service to the community through social welfare advocacy, and to primary education. Sr Jane was a foundation student of the College in 1959. She went on to become Sr Jane Keogh, a Brigidine Sister (a member of one of our Founding Orders), a teacher and school principal for many years. This award is a testament to Sr Jane's outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication.

Wonderful news has been received acknowledging the work for sustainability and the environment that is ongoing at Merici!

The ACT Environmental Grants Program which helps to strengthen community participation and engagement in environmental projects through community led initiatives, has awarded Merici College’s Biodiversity Restoration Project a grant of $23,800. The grant will expand the existing project which is aimed at rewilding a section of the oval along Wise Street with species from the Yellow Box-Blakely's Red Gum Grassy Woodland, one of Canberra's key ecosystems.