We have had such a fruitful week at Hennessy where the Spirit has truly been at work among us. On Tuesday, we welcomed Year 5/6 students preparing for their Confirmation from both St Mary’s and local State schools, as our CSYMA students led their retreat. It is always such a privilege to witness 27 of our own students step up, share their faith journeys, and mentor younger students. Even more inspiring is watching the Holy Spirit transform a group of near-strangers into a united and joy-filled team.

Today we celebrated the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, a Holy Day of Obligation in the Catholic Church. This feast reminds us of the hope we share in Christ’s promise of eternal life and of Mary’s special place as a model of faith and discipleship. A heartfelt thank you to Mr Miller for his work in organising this beautiful occasion. As always, our students represented the College with outstanding reverence and respect.

Tonight is the final opportunity for Year 9 and 10 students to secure their place on the Stage 5 Ski Excursion to Selwyn Snowfields. This promises to be a day of fun, skill-building, and new experiences, but numbers are limited, so please ensure you secure your spot before the cut-off.

On Wednesday, I had the privilege of working alongside parents and students as they navigated subject selections for next year. The aspirations, goals, and achievements of our students continue to inspire us, and there are too many success stories to share in one letter.

After an exciting few weeks of competition, our much-anticipated World Cup Soccer finals will take place next week. The energy, teamwork, and school spirit have been outstanding, finals week is sure to be a highlight!

I would also like to extend my congratulations to Lachlan Li and Izabella Bell, who have been elected as College Captains for the 2025/2026 school year. Thank you to all students who nominated. It takes courage and commitment to put your name forward for leadership. House Captain nominations have now closed, and interviews and speeches will take place next Monday and Tuesday.

A reminder that Hennessy has a “hands-off” policy. We are beginning to see more incidents arising from students being overly physical in ways that make others uncomfortable. This policy is in place to keep everyone safe and respected, and we ask for your support in reinforcing it.

Finally, we warmly invite all families to join us in celebrating Father’s Day with a Mass and BBQ Breakfast on Thursday, 4th September at 8.00am. This is a wonderful opportunity to honour all the special men in our lives. Please RSVP via the link below or by calling the College Office on 6382 1486.
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