Be seeke truth and doe justice I n 1609, Mary Ward experienced her “Glory Vision”; a moment in time when she understood distinctly and profoundly that she was at one with the Lord in her life’s mission. But for three patient years thereafter, she prayed for insight and for understanding as to how her calling might come to be. How might her sisters be free to serve the poor? How might they be governed? How might they endure? One can only imagine that these questions and uncertainties would be deeply troubling for most. But for Mary, one has the sense that her profound faith gave her freedom from such anxiety, enabling her to trust that in time, God’s time, the answer would come. And so it did when, in 1611, Mary understood with great and sudden clarity that she was being called to “take the same as the Society”. She was being led to found her order on the same principles as the constitutions for the Jesuits (the Society of Jesus) established by St Ignatius. The Loreto sisters today refer to this as her “take the same” moment and celebrate it as the true beginning of their spiritual foundation. In 2011, we take time to remember this extraordinary moment and to celebrate our Ignatian heritage. Ignatian spirituality is accessible, relevant and practical. Ignatius and Mary Ward were both “contemplatives in action” for whom prayer and active service were inextricably linked: prayer through service and service through prayer. Ignatian spirituality invites us: - to listen to ourselves, to others and to God; - to pay attention to our deepest longings; our genuine hearts’ desires; - to serve others with love and great generosity; and - to seek and find God in all things; in the ordinary and the extraordinary. Let us “take the same”, finding joy and gratitude in simple pleasures and ordinary moments. May we be a community of freedom and joy, finding richness in service and acts of social justice. In the words of Mother Gonzaga Barry ibvm: All around you are possibilities for doing good and making the world richer for your having lived in it. Mrs Cheryl Hamilton From the Principal A s we come into the new year of 2011, we once again step up to the challenge of incorporating the values of Mary Ward into our everyday lives. Last year, we gathered to reflect on Mary Ward’s virtue of verity. This year, we celebrate the virtue of felicity. Felicity is attitude of mind, a disposition of the heart which manifests itself in cheerfulness, good humour, joy, happiness, hope, optimism, friendliness, courtesy, positive thinking, inner peace, self-acceptance and courage. At first glance, one can make the assumption that felicity simply means fun; however there is always more than meets the eye. The student leaders of Loreto schools around Australia together wrote this prayer to reflect their understanding of this deep spark within each of us: Lord, in the spirit of FELICITY, may we embrace each day with an open mind, to value ourselves so we can accept others. May we inspire hearts with a humble tongue, to build a community of cheerful givers. May we strive to be women of optimism, peace and joy - women of generous hearts. Amen. e Year Felicity To ensure that 2011 is filled with the spirit of felicity, we must focus on what strengthens and unites us. This year we have already experienced devastation and heartache caused by floods that have left Queensland bruised and battered. I am sure that many people here today have felt the destruction of the floods first hand and will continue to for months, even years to come. However, I am also sure that through it all, no one has been alone. I will certainly remember the way Queenslanders have become united to support those in need. I feel privileged to have witnessed the beauty and goodness of people in my own community as they constantly gave of themselves and what they had. Walking through the streets, I saw things that brought tears to my eyes. But then the sound of laughter from someone who had lost everything was enough to stop me and I couldn’t help but be humbled and just marvel at the courage shown by these people. This is what has strengthened us and what will enable us to overcome the desolation we have faced. The spirit of felicity is already in our midst; we need now to harness this and work towards keeping it alive throughout the year. Cont. next page This is an edited version of College Captain Emily Poncini’s address at the Inaugural Mass. Loreto Chronicle Print Post Approved No. PP 451 207/00 220 Volume 24 No.2 June 2011
Transcript
Be seekers of truth and doers of justice
In 1609, Mary Ward experienced her “Glory
Vision”; a moment in time when she understood distinctly and profoundly that she was at one with the Lord in her life’s mission. But for three patient years thereafter, she prayed for insight and
for understanding as to how her calling might come to be. How might her sisters be free to serve the poor? How might they be governed? How might they endure? One can only imagine that these questions and uncertainties would be deeply troubling for most. But for Mary, one has the sense that her profound faith gave her freedom from such anxiety, enabling her to trust that in time, God’s time, the answer would come. And so it did when, in 1611, Mary understood with great and sudden clarity that she was being called to “take the same as the Society”. She was being led to found her order on the same principles as the constitutions for the Jesuits (the Society of Jesus) established by St Ignatius. The Loreto sisters today refer to this as her “take the same” moment and celebrate it as the true beginning of their spiritual foundation.
In 2011, we take time to remember this extraordinary moment and to celebrate our Ignatian heritage. Ignatian spirituality is accessible, relevant and practical. Ignatius and Mary Ward were both “contemplatives in action” for whom prayer and active service were inextricably linked: prayer through service and service through prayer.
Ignatian spirituality invites us:- to listen to ourselves, to others and to God;- to pay attention to our deepest longings; our
genuine hearts’ desires;- to serve others with love and great
generosity; and- to seek and fi nd God in all things; in the
ordinary and the extraordinary.
Let us “take the same”, fi nding joy and gratitude in simple pleasures and ordinary moments. May we be a community of freedom and joy, fi nding richness in service and acts of social justice. In the words of Mother Gonzaga Barry ibvm: All around you are possibilities for doing good and making the world richer for your having lived in it.
Mrs Cheryl Hamilton
From the Principal
As we come into the new year of 2011, we once again step up to the challenge
of incorporating the values of Mary Ward into our everyday lives. Last year, we gathered to refl ect on Mary Ward’s virtue of verity. This year, we celebrate the virtue of felicity. Felicity is attitude of mind, a disposition of the heart which manifests itself in cheerfulness, good humour, joy, happiness, hope, optimism, friendliness, courtesy, positive thinking, inner peace, self-acceptance and courage. At fi rst glance, one can make the assumption that felicity simply means fun; however there is always more than meets the eye. The student leaders of Loreto schools around Australia together wrote this prayer to refl ect their understanding of this deep spark within each of us:
Lord, in the spirit of FELICITY,
may we embrace each day with an open mind,to value ourselves so we can accept others.May we inspire hearts with a humble tongue,to build a community of cheerful givers.May we strive to be women of optimism, peace and joy -women of generous hearts. Amen.
Th e Year of Felicity
To ensure that 2011 is fi lled with the spirit of felicity, we must focus on what strengthens and unites us. This year we have already experienced devastation and heartache caused by fl oods that have left Queensland bruised and battered. I am sure that many people here today have felt the destruction of the fl oods fi rst hand and will continue to for months, even years to come. However, I am also sure that through it all, no one has been alone. I will certainly remember the way Queenslanders have become united to support those in need. I feel privileged to have witnessed the beauty and goodness of people in my own community as they constantly gave of themselves and what they had. Walking through the streets, I saw things that brought tears to my eyes. But then the sound of laughter from someone who had lost everything was enough to stop me and I couldn’t help but be humbled and just marvel at the courage shown by these people. This is what has strengthened us and what will enable us to overcome the desolation we have faced. The spirit of felicity is already in our midst; we need now to harness this and work towards keeping it alive throughout the year.
Cont. next page
This is an edited version of College Captain Emily Poncini’s address at the Inaugural Mass.
LoretoChronicle
Print Post Approved No. PP 451 207/00 220
Volume 24 No.2 June 2011
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Felicity is nourished by fun and celebration, by beauty and creativity, by sensitivity to the natural environment and by opportunities for self-expression and for refl ection. This means that, as we have done during the fl ood crisis, we must steer away from acts of self-pity, self-centredness, undue anxiety, despondency, envy, cynicism, apathy and fanaticism. These acts only weaken and divide us as they push us further away from one another. How can we remain happy, positive and hopeful for the future if we cannot accept ourselves and others? By accepting yourself and truly being who you are, your simple presence will make others happy. Remain cheerful in your everyday duties and give yourself to others with friendliness, good humour and an honest courtesy that enables you to be equals. When times are diffi cult, look to God to fi nd inner peace and stay optimistic. Do not let the little things get you down. Never make the mistake of thinking you are alone; you are surrounded by family and friends and no matter what, God will not leave your side. It is when all of this falls into place that we are able to enjoy ourselves, have fun and celebrate in the spirit of Felicity.Someone once gave me this quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson: What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. This is the image I leave you with today. Challenge yourself to make the most of what this year throws at you. Have the courage to take a leap of faith; have the hope to believe in yourself and in your dreams; have the self-acceptance and inner peace to be your true self; and have the joy to share this with others. Share the spirit of Felicity.
Margaret Mary Flynn ibvm was appointed
in January this year as Provincial Leader, Loreto Sisters Australia. Her previous role was as CEO of CentraCare in Wilcannia-
Forbes, the largest and poorest diocese in NSW. She has worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life in rural and indigenous communities and has been successful in lobbying government to provide signifi cant funding for remote rural areas of NSW.Margaret Mary was chosen as the new provincial leader following a detailed selection process. Sisters were asked to consider who had the gifts, skills and experience to lead the Loreto Sisters and be responsible for the overall mission
Lore to Sisters Announce New Provincial Leaderof the province. Nominations were sent to the Loreto International Leadership Council (based in Rome) who then made a decision following prayerful discernment, extensive consultation and interviews. Christine Burke ibvm, current provincial leader said, “Margaret Mary is recognised as an innovative and creative leader and will bring with her to the Loreto Centre and its entire works, an enviable insight into the issues facing rural Australians, as well as her many gifts in administration, counselling and spirituality. We are indeed blessed that she has accepted this new call.”Margaret Mary said that leaving her role at CentaCare was a diffi cult decision but one reached with a sense of inner peace. She said, “I will miss the wonderful team,
Mrs Ch eryl Hamilton Inducted as Principal of Lore to Coo rparoo During the Inaugural Mass on 3rd February 2011, Mrs Cheryl Hamilton was
inducted as the second lay principal of Loreto College Coorparoo and welcomed home to the Coorparoo community. Mrs Hamilton and her husband Ian’s move to Brisbane was somewhat disrupted by the fl ooding that occurred in Brisbane during January. Whilst still in the midst of un-packing, they were forced to evacuate their building which was expected to be affected by fl ooding. Fortunately, this did not occur, but Mrs Hamilton was heard to joke rather despairingly, “Well, my maiden name was Fludder!” While the College itself was not directly affected by the fl oods, its internet/email service provider was located in the basement of a building on the banks of the river in the Brisbane CBD which was completely inundated, leading to several days of electronic isolation. Despite this rather trying start, Mrs Hamilton settled quickly into her role as Principal and the wonderful gifts she brings to the Coorparoo community were soon evident: her experience and dedication, her compassionate and insightful response to the needs of others and her clarity and skill in administration and planning.
the beauty of this amazing country, and the opportunities for creating innovative responses to the many issues we face out here. It was a very diffi cult decision, but we have a gift in our Ignatian spirituality which guides us in moments of discernment. One of the fundamental things to listen to is our inner sense of peace or disturbance. Where there is a deep sense of peace surrounding a particular decision, we believe the Spirit is in it. This is how it was and is for me.”At the end of May, Margaret Mary facilitated an institute-wide meeting Toronto for key individuals engaged in Loreto educational governance; justice, peace and integrity of creation; Mary Ward International and formation ministries. She will begin her six-year term as provincial leader in July.
Flowers to mark a wonderful occasion Members of Mrs Hamilton’s family join her for this special event
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In early June this year, the Loreto Sisters launched their new website aimed at
the larger networks of sisters, supporters, colleagues and friends, without whom many Loreto projects would not be possible.The new website is a fresh and modern take on the work of Loreto Australia. It represents a progressive and global movement of individuals all committed to working together to bring the gospel to life by promoting dignity, advocating for women and children, challenging unjust systems and educating for the future.Outgoing Provincial Leader, Christine Burke ibvm said, “It is wonderful that this website is now up and running. It has been a long journey, with meticulous work being done by all concerned. If it helps people in our wide circle of friends to be in touch
New Lore to Australia webs ite
All religious congregations have a particular way of expressing and
applying the spirituality of the Gospel to their lives. Spirituality is about how we live, see and experience God’s presence. Three signifi cant moments in the spiritual journey of Mary Ward were the founding experiences of the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Loreto Sisters) and shaped their particular spiritual identity. These experiences are commonly called: - The ‘Glory Vision’ (1609) - The Inspiration to take the Ignatian way
of life (1611) - The ‘Just Soul’ experience (1615) with its
emphasis on right relationships, integrity and the freedom to refer all to God.
In 2009, the Loreto Sisters celebrated the 400th anniversary of the foundation of their Institute with particular reference to the Glory Vision event, where Mary Ward received a profound insight that she was to follow her heart and establish a new way of living out the call to serve God. However, this moment was the beginning of a journey of discernment and discovery rather than an end point where all was fi nalized and clear. In 2011, we remember Mary Ward’s second important insight: to adopt the
Ignatian Spirituality at the Heart of Mary Ward ’sInstitute
A ‘graffi ti art’ version of the familiar traditional painting of Mary Ward was presented to Mrs Hamilton by the Marryatville community and now hangs in the foyer of Loreto Coorparoo
spirituality and way of life expressed in the constitutions of the Society of Jesus and founded on the teachings of St Ignatius. I heard distinctly, not by sound of voice, but intellectually understood, these words: ‘Take the same of the Society’… These few words gave me so much light in that particular Institute, so much comfort and strength, and so changed my whole soul, that it was impossible for me to doubt that they came from Him whose words are works. Mary Ward (1585-1635)Mary Ward’s spirituality was shaped by the Ignatian model of “contemplation in action”. The key concepts of her spirituality are that in everything we:- work for the greater glory of God; - seek and fi nd God in all things; - work to be “wholly God’s”; - refer everything to God; - be contemplatives in action.
with what is happening, but also to tap into something of the spirituality that keeps us alert to God’s presence and challenge in our lives, it will have succeeded in its purpose…”The spirituality of the Loreto Sisters permeates the entire website with beautiful imagery by Susan Daily ibvm, vivid photos of and stories about sisters, volunteers and colleagues in action, and quotes to bring the stories to life. Galleries and timelines including Mary Ward’s life, the history of Loreto in Australia and ‘The Painted Life’ all help to paint the picture of Loreto past and present. An online archival search tool provides students, historians, genealogists and friends of Loreto with an insight into the rich historical holdings of the Loreto Province Archives in Ballarat.
An emphasis on Mary Ward International, volunteering, partnerships, getting involved and Loreto community encourages individuals to engage with the Loreto Sisters, a key strategy in the continuation of Mary Ward’s work in the future. Go to www.loreto.org.au to explore the new website.
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Miss ion DayOne of the most loved traditions at Loreto Coorparoo is Mission Day – a wonderful day of fun, food, song, dance and spirit. This year, over $8000 was raised which will go to support Mary Ward International and Catholic Missions, particularly St Anthony’s Orphanage in Zambia. Thank you to parents who generously provide extra pocket money to support a good cause. Congratulations to staff and students whose preparation and participation make the day such a success. Special mention must be made of our Year 12 girls who prepare and conduct many of the key activities; their hard work, generosity and creativity are simply wonderful!
Year 11 Semi-FormalYear 11 students (and Homeroom Teachers) dazzled at the Semi-Formal in March this year
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Accolades for Lore to Guitar Ensembl eGuitar Ensemble 1 with Conductor Dr Paul Svoboda and internationally acclaimed guitarist Karin Schaupp. This Ensemble will also be featured in an up-coming ‘Totally Wild’ program
Opp ort unity of a Lifetime for Guitar Ensembl e On 29th and 30th of April, the thirty-seven members of Loreto’s Guitar Ensemble
1 had the privilege of performing with world renowned artists, guitarist Karin Schaupp and singer Katie Noonan, at their two concerts at the Brisbane Powerhouse. After travelling to Perth to adjudicate at the Western Australian International Classical Guitar Ensemble Festival last year, Karin Schaupp was astonished by the girls’ performance there, exclaiming, “You are in a class of your own”. Guitar has tended to be a male-dominated instrument and Karin was particularly delighted to see an advanced group of almost forty girls. When the opportunity arose for the ensemble to feature in Karin and Katie’s two Powerhouse concerts, the girls were ecstatic. After weeks of hard work preparing two pieces – Aurora and The Green Glens of Gweedor – the big night fi nally arrived. As the girls entered the blue lit stage, anticipation was thick in the air. This was it! Our hearts raced with nerves and excitement; then Dr Svoboda smiled at us all, raised his baton and closed his eyes. We played like never before; the atmosphere driving our Ensemble to new heights. A big thank you must go to all the people, in particular Dr Svoboda and Mr Langford, who made this experience possible. The chance to perform alongside Karin and Katie was truly an honour. It was an amazing opportunity; an experience we are immensely grateful for and will treasure for many years to come.Thank you!
Emma-Shay Guilfoyle & Hayman Lui
Members of the Guitar Ensemble with Karin Schaupp (centre left) and Katie Noonan (centre right)
Powerhouse performance
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The Loreto Parents & Friends’ Association is a small, but energetic group of parents committed to supporting their daughters’ education and well-being by organizing
events that strengthen the bonds within our community. The Association meets on the fi rst Tuesday of each month to plan events and activities and to hear about and make comment on various aspects of school life. This year, Ms Louise Tilly, Languages Coordinator, reported on the Exchange Trip to France at the end of 2010 and Mr Gavin Swanson, Deputy Principal – ICT, discussed plans for the provision and development of ICT within the College. On previous occasions, there have been presentations and discussions on cybersafety, sporting opportunities, learning support, career education and vocational education. Members of the P & F play a vital role in providing feedback to the Principal and Administration Team on both new initiatives and traditional procedures. Meetings are a forum for raising concerns as well as for affi rming College policies and practices. The P & F organizes a range of social events where parents can form friendships and support each other in the joys and trials of being the parent of a teenage girl! These opportunities to welcome new families and to strengthen and celebrate connections are a wonderful gift to the whole community. The P & F also raises funds which are used to enhance the facilities and resources of the College and, ultimately, the education of our students. Every family is asked to pay the P & F Levy with their fees each Term and the Student Dance also raises considerable funds. This year, these funds are being used to install ‘super-size’ fans in the Mary Ward Centre and so make some of our large school gatherings more comfortable. Funds raised from the raffl e associated with the Parent Dinner Dance in May were generously donated to the College’s fl ood relief appeal.We are most grateful for the hard work and commitment of the executive, year level representatives and members of the P & F Association. The executive for 2011 is -
President John Welch
Vice-Presidents Mary Favios & Jim Bellos
Secretary Elizabeth Fort
Treasurer Christina Polichronis
Parents & Friends ’
New acquaintances are made and old friendships renewed at the Welcome Barbeque
Energy, creativity and friendship combine at a fun-fi lled Student Dance
Welcome Barbeque
Student Dance – Opposites attract!
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’ AssociationParent Dinner Dance – Bling it on!
Parent Social NightsParents meet and mingle at the Year 8 Parent Social Night in Term I
Lots of ‘bling’ and great companionship at the Parent Dance
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At the end of 2010, I went on a trip to Kolkata, India, where I spent four
weeks volunteering at Loreto Sealdah. This trip came about because I wanted to do some sort of volunteering in a different country. I suddenly remembered Sister Cyril, who came to Loreto when I was in Year 10 and, an email later, I was warmly invited to volunteer at Loreto Sealdah. Sister Cyril is a Loreto nun from Ireland and her mission in Kolkata is to provide equal opportunities for both poor and rich girls to access quality education. Loreto Sealdah is a well-known school in Kolkata. Half of the girls pay fees, whereas the other half can attend school for free and receive all their uniforms and school materials for free. In this way, the rich and the poor mix and the girls get to know each other for who they are, rather than how much money their families have. One of the main features of Loreto Sealdah is the “Rainbow Home”. This is the top level of the main building which serves as a home for a few hundred girls who would otherwise have to live on the streets – here they are provided with a safe and warm place to sleep and three meals a day.During the four weeks that I was at Loreto Sealdah, I met three other Loreto girls – two from Loreto Toorak and one from a Loreto College in England. Sharing the experience with other Loreto girls from different parts of the world was so amazing. I found out that I was a part of a huge community and it was interesting to discover how similar our education had been – we had all learnt about Mary Ward and the qualities of Freedom, Justice, Sincerity, Verity and Felicity.It is so diffi cult to sum up my time in Kolkata, but it was a very rich experience where I learnt a bit about the Indian culture, enjoyed the company of the other Loreto girls and learnt a whole lot more about myself!
Laurel Chan
Volunteering in India
Laurel Chan (2007) during her time at Loreto Sealdah
Mary Ward International is the Loreto Sisters’ international justice and development program. It was established in 2002 to support the projects
and ministries of the Loreto Sisters for economically disadvantaged and marginalised people.“Those who are poor or lack the very basics of life, those in need of any kind, have a special claim on our energies and love.” IBVM Constitutions vol ii 2.7You can help us make a difference by raising awareness and advocating for
social change, making or encouraging donations and bequests, and running education and fundraising events within your school, community or workplace.The MWIA Volunteer Program is aimed at Loreto students, past-pupils, staff, parents and friends of the wider Loreto network wishing to become more involved with Loreto works for justice and development in Australia and overseas.To make a tax deductible donation, cheques can be made out to the “Mary Ward International Australian Foundation” and sent to the offi ce of Mary Ward International/Australia, PO Box 4082, Auburn South Vic 3122. A formal receipt will be sent to the donor acknowledging the gift, which may be used for tax deductibility purposes. For more information, go to www.loreto.org.au.
Mary Ward International
Lore to Connections through Four GenerationsThe sad death earlier this year of Mary Willis (Smith), aged 90 years, prompted
her daughter Judy Quinn (Willis) to explore the many Loreto connections in her mother’s life. She writes:I’ve been checking a few details about Mum, particularly her involvement with Loreto. Mum attended Loreto Mandeville Hall in Melbourne, matriculating in 1937. She was also a prefect. Her mother Kathleen Mongovan (1892-1938) and grandmother Margaret Brophy (1864-1913) attended Mary’s Mount in Ballarat. To add to the connections, Margaret Brophy’s sister Ellen became Mother Joseph Peter IBVM, and Mum’s cousin Mary O’Malley (1911-2004) became Sister Mary Sylvester IBVM.Of course, Mum’s fi ve children (Kate, Anne, Mary, Judy and Rob) all attended Loreto Coorparoo, including Rob until Grade 4. The long involvement Mum’s family have had with Loreto is quite amazing and probably unlikely to be repeated with more mobile families these days.
Mary Willis (Smith), 2nd from left, back row Mary Willis (Smith), centre, front row, during her school days at Loreto Mandeville Hall
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Sarah Batchelor (2007) is in her second year of a Bachelor of Environmental Design (Architectural Studies) at Griffi th University and last year won a prestigious competition to design a memorial to be built in honour of Australian Service personnel of Chinese heritage. The memorial is now in the Veterans’ Memorial Park Garden at Sunnybank RSL. Guests at its unveiling on 6 April included the Prime Minister Julia Gillard as well as Sarah’s proud parents and her sister Eliza (Year 12). The design features a black granite base, stainless steel bowl and two structures designed to emulate smoke rising from the bowl, capturing the Chinese tradition of burning incense to commemorate the dead and the Australian ode to the fallen, ‘lest we forget’.Rebecca Carroll (1991) was made Partner in Energy and Resources at the law fi rm, Clayton Utz on 1 January 2011. Rebecca has worked in Melbourne, Sydney and London since her graduation and now works part time while raising her three daughters in Brisbane.Kathryn Roberts (2010) was awarded a merit certifi cate for the 2011 TJ Ryan Memorial Medal in recognition of her outstanding academic achievements and leadership qualities demonstrated in Year 12.Carolyn Jacobs (2004) participated in ‘The Challenge’ in May this year - a 14 day trip to Nepal involving a 5 day hike through the Nepalese Himalayas. Carolyn’s aim was to raise funds for the development organization Plan. Plan’s GirlsFund supports initiatives that work with girls and women within a community development framework around the world. These include projects in Timor-Lest, Uganda, Indonesia, India, and Zimbabwe. Jill Dwyer (2007) gained selection into the Hockeyroos Squad in January this year and is currently in the Hockeyroos Development Squad. Jill is living and working in Perth.Alex Valentine (2008) was acclaimed for her performance as the Pink Lady in Harvest Rain Theatre Company’s recent production of the musical Grease.
Odds & EndsAlison Dower (2004) has been selected as the Youth Member for Greenslopes for the YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament this year. Alison works full time as a Program Offi cer with Lifestream Foundation in East Brisbane supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, as well as learning AUSLAN (Australian Sign Language) at TAFE and completing her Bachelor of Social Work at QUT.
Past Pupils’ AssociationSPRING LUNCHEON11th September @ 12 noonRiver Room, Southbank Parkland
Sarah Batchelor with PM Julia Gillard beside her memorial to honour Australian Service personnel of Chinese heritage
1978
1981CLASS OF 1981
REUNION EVENT:We would love to contact all members of our 1981 Senior class,or 1979 Year 10 class, to organise a reunion on October 15 this year.Please contact Sarah Clough (Dann) [email protected] orMarita Fox (Moffett) [email protected] for further details.We would greatly appreciate this information being sharedto ensure we can contact as many of our class as possible.
CLASS OF 1978 REUNION EVENT:This is an open invitation to all 1978 Past Pupils, family and friends to join a four day short break
P & O Cruise, to and from Brisbane in May 2012.
If you are interested in this cruise, please contact Kate Miller at:
It is a tradition at Loreto Coorparoo to recognize student achievement and contribution to College life by awarding Honour Pockets. Honour
Pockets are awarded to Year 12 students at the end of Semesters I & II and to Years 8 to 11 students in Semester II. Congratulations to the following Honour Pocket recipients for 2010:
Each year, a number of special prizes are awarded to students who have made
an outstanding contribution to the College community and whose spirit, talent and commitment are an inspiration to others. Congratulations to the following students:
AMANDA MILLIGAN MEMORIAL AWARD FOR FELICITY (YEAR 12)Bianca Zouppas & Caitlin Finn
SR MARIA WELCH AWARD FOR JUSTICE (YEAR 12)Georgia Williams
SR ROSARIO NORTH AWARD FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (YEAR 12)Kathryn Roberts
SR THÉRÈSE DALY AWARD FOR ENGLISH (YEAR 12)Kathryn Roberts
SR HELEN SALTER/CARROLL FAMILY AWARD FOR MATHEMATICS (YEAR 12)Rebecca Calder
SR JULIANA COUGHLAN CREATIVE ARTS AWARD (YEAR 12)Bronte Devine
ALLISON LAZENBY AWARD FOR SENIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEARStephanie Fallon
SR DOMINIC JONES AWARD FOR SCHOOL SPIRIT (YEAR 10)Bridget Power
MOYA HICKEY AWARD FOR RELIGION (YEAR 10)Brigid King
SR CLAIRE GARDINER AWARD FOR SCIENCE (YEAR 10)Toula Savva
MARGARET MACFARLANE AWARD FOR JUNIOR SPORTSWOMAN OF THE YEARHannah Wixted
Special Awards
Year 12
Year 11
Year 10
Year 9The school is in the process of producing a new set of Honour Boards to record the recipients of our
End of Year Special Awards. If you are (or you know of) a recipient of any of the awards below prior to the year listed, could you please provide the school with this information in writing before the end of July, so that we can ensure these names are included on the Board.- Sister Thérèse Daly Award for English –
Year 12 (instituted pre 1990 but we only have records from 2002)
- Sister Helen Salter-Carroll Family Award for Mathematics – Year 12 (we have records from 1999)
- Sister Juliana Coughlan Creative Arts Award – Year 12 (instituted pre-1998 but we only have records from 1999)
- Sister Claire Gardiner Award for Science - Year 10 (instituted pre-1998 but we only have records from 2001)
- Margaret Macfarlane Award for Junior Sportswoman of the Year (we have records from 2003)
We thank you for your kind assistance.
New Honour Boards at Loreto
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Destinations – Year 12 2010NAME DESTINATIONALITHINOS, Gina
Bachelor of Commerce –Australian Catholic University
ANGUS, Catherine
Bachelor of Agricultural Science –University of QLD (deferred - working as jillaroo in Western Qld)
BECK, Emily
Bachelor of Clinical Exercise – QLD University of Technology
BELL, Katelyn Bachelor of Health – University of QLDBELLOS, Vanessa
Diploma of Management/ Bachelor of Business – Southbank Institute of Technology
BERRIMAN, Giselle
Diploma of Justice Administration/Bachelor of Justice – Southbank Institute of Technology
BRENNAN, Marissa Bachelor of Nursing – University of QLD
BRIGHT, Emma Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
BRIODY, Alicia Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood and Primary) – Australian Catholic University
BROADLEY, Johanna
Bachelor of Applied Science – University of QLD
BROSNAN, Julia Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws – University of QLD
CALDER, Rebecca Bachelor of Medical Science (MBBS Provisional Entry forSchool-Leavers) – Griffi th University
CAMBACLIS, Zoe Bachelor of Pharmacy – QLD University of Technology
CHRISTIANSEN, Grace
Bachelor of Veterinary Science –University of QLD
CLARKE, Chelsea Bachelor of Medical Imaging – QLD University of Technology
CLARKE, Rebecca Bachelor of Arts – University of QLDCOLLIN, Anna-Jane
Bachelor of Mass Communication – QLD University of Technology
CONWELL, Bethany
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Drama) – QLD University of Technology
CULLEN, Amy Bachelor of Exercise Movement Science – QLD University of Technology
CURREY, Kate Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Australian Catholic University (deferred – gap year in UK)
CUSACK, Brooke Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of International Hotel and Tourism Management – University of QLD
DA SILVA, Natalie Diploma of Children's Services (Early Childhood Education & Care) Southbank Institute of Technology
DAY, Felicity Bachelor of Social Work – QLD University of Technology
DESOUZA, Chevaunne
Bachelor of International Hotel & Tourism Management – University of QLD
DEVINE, Bronte Bachelor of Music – Griffi th University
DI MAURO, Lisa Bachelor of Multimedia Design – University of QLD
DOWNEY, Kathleen Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
DUTKA, Nicole Bachelor of Applied Science – QLD University of Technology
EDWARDS, Elizabeth
Diploma of Events/Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport) – Southbank Institute of Technology
EFFENEY, Jessica Bachelor of Business – QLD University of Technology
EGOROV, Laura Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition) – QLD University of Technology
ESPRESTER, Hannah
Bachelor of Business (Hotel, Tourism, Event, Real Estate and Property, Sport)/Bachelor of International Business – Griffi th University
FALLON, Stephanie
Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Nutrition Sciences) – University of QLD
FILIPPAKIS, Paraskevi
Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)/Bachelor of Child and Family Studies Southbank Institute of Technology
FINN, Caitlin Bachelor of Mass Communication – QLD University of Technology
FOX, Hannah Bachelor of Exercise Movement Science – QLD University of Technology
GAYTON, Leisha Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education and Care)/Bachelor of Child and Family Studies Southbank Institute of Technology
GEARY, Gemma Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science – Australian Catholic University
GEORGE, Joanne Diploma of Events – Southbank Institute of Technology
GEORGIOU, Eleni Bachelor of Education (Primary) – QLD University of Technology
GIBBS, Courtney Bachelor of Business – Griffi th University
GRADY, Eleni Bachelor of Business Management/Bachelor of Arts University of QLD
GRADY, Rebecca Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
NAME DESTINATION
GREENWOOD, Holly
Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition or Public Health)/Bachelor of Media and Communication – QLD University of Technology
GREER, Jessica Bachelor of Aviation – Griffi th UniversityHALL, Amy Bachelor of Social Science – University of QLD
HAMMOND, Anna Certifi cate IV in Fitness – Southbank Institute of Technology
HATCHMAN, Britney
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) – University of QLD
HEALY, Aislinn Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health) – QLD University of Technology
HOGAN, Perri Diploma of Marketing/Bachelor of Business Southbank Institute of Technology
HORDER, Louise Certifi cate III Dental Assistant –Southbank Institute of Technology
HUMPHRYS, Jessica Working full time
JONES, Anthea Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance Performance)/ Graduate Diploma in Education – QLD University of Technology
KING, Kristy Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) – University of QLD
LEASK, Peta Bachelor of Arts – University of QLDLLOYD, Rebecca Working full time
LOUCA, Dayna Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Science – University of QLD
MAHER, Fiona Bachelor of Pharmacy – University of QLDMANGELAKIS, Kyra Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
MARKEY-TOWLER,Rebekkah
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws –University of QLD
MARULANDA, Angela
Diploma of Interior Technology – Southbank Institute of Technology
MCCUE, Madeleine Diploma of Community Services Work/Bachelor of Social Work – Southbank Institute of Technology
MCDONNELL, Katie
Bachelor of Corporate Systems Management – QLD University of Technology
MCLEAN, Cara Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science – Griffi th University
MCMILLAN, Jessica
Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Applied Linguistics – Griffi th University
MCNAMEE, Eliza Diploma of Interior Technology –Southbank Institute of Technology
MCPHERSON, Lauren Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
MEIER, Brittany Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) – QLD University of Technology
MICHEL-INNOCEND, Amanda
Bachelor of Business – QLD University of Technology
MIETHKE, Melanie Bachelor of Arts/Graduate Diploma of Education – Secondary Griffi th University
MILLER, Charlotte Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws – University of QLD
MILLER, Dimity Bachelor of Science – University of QLDMOORE, Zoe Bachelor of Arts – University of QLDMORAN, Rose Bachelor of Nursing – Griffi th UniversityMULCAHY,Ashleigh Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
MULCAHY, Caitlin Diploma of Hotel Management – QLD Institute of Business and Technology
MULCAHY, Siobhan
Bachelor of Nursing – QLD University of Technology
MYERS, Elizabeth Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
NORRIS, Tahnee Diploma of Photoimaging – Southbank Institute of Technology
NUNAN, Elizabeth Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Nutrition Sciences) – University of QLD
O'CONNOR, Bridget
Bachelor of Justice/Bachelor of Laws – QLD University of Technology
O'CONNOR, Emily Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws – University of QLD
O'KEEFFE, Briony Bachelor of Business (Event Management); (Sport Management) – Griffi th University
O'MALLEY, Sarah Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Christian Heritage College
O'NEILL, Tara Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
OWENS, Kristen Bachelor of Applied Science – University of QLD
PAGE, Madelyn Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) – QLD University of Technology
PAGE, Margaux Bachelor of Medical Imaging Science – QLD University of Technology
PAVOURIS, Eugenia
Bachelor of Education (Primary) – QLD University of Technology
NAME DESTINATIONPEKIN, Clare Bachelor of Psychological Science –
Griffi th University
POWELL, Jessica Bachelor of Health Sciences – University of QLD
PRENTICE, Kelly Bachelor of Economics – University of QLD
QUAILL, Natasha Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education (Secondary) – University of QLD
REDDAN, Bridget Bachelor of Health Science (Public Health) – QLD University of Technology
REDSHAW, Dalaney
Bachelor of Nursing – Australian Catholic University
ROBERTS, Kathryn Bachelor of Physiotherapy – University of QLD
ROBINSON, Cassandra
Bachelor of Psychological Science Australian Catholic University (deferred – modelling overseas)
ROGERS, Bonnie Bachelor of Nursing – Griffi th UniversityROLLO, Rachel Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
SANKEY, Gabrielle Bachelor of Exercise Movement Science – QLD University of Technology
SEPULVEDA, Nicolle
Bachelor of International Studies – University of QLD
SHAW, Kate Bachelor of International Hotel & Tourism Management – University of QLD
SIMSON, Madeleine
Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) – QLD University of Technology
SIVITER, Kelsey Bachelor of Mass Communications – Griffi th University
SMALLHORN,Claire Bachelor of Arts – University of QLD
SMITH, Elise Bachelor of Design (Interior Design) – QLD University of Technology
SPANN, Sarah Bachelor of Pharmacy – University of QLDSTEPHANOS, Katherine Bachelor of Science – University of QLD
STEVENS, Angela Bachelor of Business – QLD University of Technology
STEVENS, Laura Bachelor of International Hotel & Tourism Management – University of QLD
STIRLING, Tiani Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Christian Heritage College
STONEMAN, Angela
Bachelor of Arts (Environment) – Griffi th University
STUCKEY, Kristyn Bachelor of Applied Science/Bachelor of Mathematics – QLD University of Technology
THOMPSON, Kiara Bachelor of Applied Science (Medical Science) – QLD University of Technology
TOOHE Diploma of Music Business/Bachelor of Business Southbank Institute of Technology
TUMINI, Kristelle Diploma of Children’s Services (Early Childhood Education & Care) – Southbank Institute of Technology
VAN DER MERWE, Lauren
Bachelor of Biotechnology – University of QLD
VAN DER ZANT, Marlee Bachelor of Social Work – University of QLD
VAN PELT, Jennifer Working in preparation for development work overseas
VASILIOU, Paras Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition or Public Health)/Bachelor of Media and Communication QLD University of Technology
VAUX, Rachael Bachelor of Education (Primary) – Australian Catholic University
VICCARS, Charlotte
Diploma of Hospitality/Advanced Diploma of Hospitality/Bachelor of Business (Tourism and Hospitality Management) Southbank Institute of Technology
WARE, Lucinda Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) – QLD University of Technology
WARRILOW, Amy Bachelor of Exercise and Health Science –Australian Catholic University
WATSON, Bridgette
Bachelor of Education (Primary) – QLD University of Technology
WILLIAMS, Georgia
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws – University of QLD
WOOD, Rebecca Bachelor of Business – Griffi th UniversityYELORM, Marianna Bachelor of Music – Griffi th University
ZOUPPAS, Bianca Bachelor of Arts & Applied Theatre/Graduate Diploma in Education - Griffi th University
Jessica Scapolan (2004) and Warren Neilson-Scott
Danielle Harrop (2001) and Andrew Garton
Alecia de Marco (2000) and Ruari Elkington
To Christalla (Solomon 1998) and Chris Savva, a son Harris, a brother for Mariah
To Shelly (Wenzel 1998) and John Kerschner, a son Zachary Alexander
To Kylie (Dowdell 1991) and Chris O’Shea, twins, a son, Bailey Ross and daughter, Mackenzie Margaret
To Nina Quinn (1988) and Soeren Schauki, a son, Max Sean
To Melissa (Schoch 1999) and Joshua Dodd, a daughter, Audrey Melissa
To Rachael (O’Dwyer 2000) and Ryan Tiernan , a son Patrick
To Anna (Leask 2000) and Kelton Harvey, twins, a son, Hugo and daughter, Eliza
BIRTHS
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(L to R) Sophia De Marco (2008), Emily De Marco (2008), Sarah Kurth (2000), Sandra Quinn (2000), Alecia De Marco (2000), Ruari Elkington, Jeremiah Stewart, Aran Elkington, Ossian Elkington and Matthieu Bernard.
Christopher-John Harrop, Danielle Harrop (2001), Andrew Garton, Charlotte Garton (2005)
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Max Sean Schauki being held by his mother Nina Quinn (1988) with aunts Sally Warren (Quinn 1997) on the left & Paula Hoctor (Quinn 1991) on the right
Peter Kyranakos, father of Elene (1995), Kalliope (1997), Joanne (1999) and Nicole (2002)
Mary Quinn, grandmother to current students Laura (Year 12), Emma (Year 8) and former students, Lisa (1990), Rebecca (1993), Naomi (1997) and Ellen (1998)
Michael Walsh, father of Tracy (1987) and Kate (1989)
Ellen Chadwick, mother of Margaret Donoghue (1969), Claire Fisher (1972), Barbara Chadwick (RIP), and grandmother of Claire Chadwick (1998)
Betty Rosenberg (nee Houston 1941), mother of Ristan Greer (1969)
Mary Patterson Willis, mother of Katie (1964), Anne (1965), Mary (1966) and Judy and Robert (1969)
Susan McEniery (1974) mother of Louise Morahan (1980)
Tim O’Neill, father of Ann (1971), Patrice (1972), Judy (1974), Maree (1976) and Helen (1982)
John Cleary, brother of Patricia Toohey (1942), Helen Rogers (1946), Janet Berkeley (1958) and Anne Griffi n (RIP, 1950)
Yvonne Rowley, mother of Lorilie Cunningham (Burton 1975)
