On Monday 3 April, 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.
We wish our community a very Holy and safe Easter.
Earth Hour for Schools was held at Merici College on Friday 24 March. We were very pleased to welcome Minister Shane Rattenbury who joined with students and staff to make a "hand print" pledge to reduce their energy consumption. Minister Rattenbury also visited our kitchen garden and spoke to our Sustainabilty at Merici team about sustainability initiatives and strategies currently in place at the College. In the afternoon, all students and staff "flicked the switch" lights off.
Merici celebrated National Ride to School Day this morning. Students and staff who rode or walked to school were treated to a free and healthy breakfast courtesy of our lovely canteen staff and sustainability volunteers.
Merici offers a wide range of sporting, cultural, community service, creative and outdoor activities for students. To encourage student participation, an Activities Expo is held each year which provides students with the opportunity to investigate and enrol in any of the activities. For a complete list of activities, please follow the link https://www.merici.act.edu.au/cocurricular.
Our Merici Dance Troupe performed at the Multicultural Festival on Friday night, 17 February. The community vibe and support was absolutely amazing and we would like to thank the organisers for the opportunity to be involved in this special event.
Do you have a community event coming up? Contact our Dance Troupe on 6243 4178 for our participation.
Each year we hold a Year 11 Conference to induct students into Year 11 and life as a senior. The Conference is a formal program designed by the pastoral and academic staff at Merici to ensure students are fully aware of her responsibilities as a senior. The Conference was held at the Warrumbui Retreat and Conference Centre from Thursday 9 February – Friday 10 February and was a huge success. Special thanks to all our Year 11 students and staff for their wonderful participation.
Canberra students from Merici College, Girls Grammar and St Clare's currently on the HASSE Junior and Senior Space School Programs, together with over 100 other students in Australia.
The Bridge restaurant operates out of the Merici College as part of our excellent Hospitality Program. It is open to the public on designated Wednesday lunch times and combines the efforts of enthusiastic students and well-qualified teachers to create a restaurant experience that is on par with many dining establishments in Canberra.
Please refer to our Events Calendar for the next Bridge Restaurant opening.
