A Transition Website has been developed for our new girls who are about to begin their journey with us, starting in 2010. To view the site, click on the image opposite and enter the username and password that has been given to you on Orientation Day. The Orientation Program for Year 7 students has been developed by members of staff over a number of years to ensure that students feel comfortable in their new school environment.

Stephanie Cammareri

Year 12 student, Stephanie Cammareri, was very excited to learn that her HSC Major Textiles Project had been chosen to be displayed in this year’s Annual Exhibition of Excellence in Textiles and Design. The event, known as TEXSTYLE, showcases an outstanding standard and diversity of projects from students all over the state.  From over 2000 entries only 50 were selected, with our College being the only CEO school among them.
Congratulations also go to three of our Year 8 students - Claire Toscano, Katelyn Iacono and Isabella Nikodinovski.  As part of this year’s TAS Gifted and Talented program, these girls designed and produced an Art Quilt based on the theme “Outside My Window”.  Their very creative designs were entered into the Technology Educator’s Association Stage 5 Art Quilt Challenge, and have reached State Finals.  Their quilts will also be on display at Texstyle 2009.  A magnificent achievement, especially as our Year 8 girls were competing in a Stage 5 Challenge.

Higher School Certificate

We are very proud of the outstanding achievements of our Year 12 girls and of the teaching staff who coached them through their time with us. All are to congratulated on their tremendous efforts in producing some fine results. A special mention must go to Louise Castro, the Dux of the College in 2009, in achieving the highest grade possible (band 6) in all of her chosen subjects. Some of the highlights include:

• 100% of Italian Continuers scored bands 5 and 6.
• 92% of Textiles and Design students scored bands 5 and 6.
• 87% of Music students scored bands 5 and 6.
• All Drama students scored band 5s.
• All Physics students scored band 5s.

School Certificate

Congratulations also to the Year 10 girls on their fine results.

• 94% of English students were in the top 3 bands.
• 80% of Geography students were in the top 3 bands.
• 78% of students were Highly Competent in the Computer Skills Test.
• 39% of Science students were in the top 2 bands.
• No student in Mathematics was in the lowest band. This was consistent with this year's NAPLAN results, where no student had a result below the benchmarks.

Quality Teaching Award

We are very excited that Mrs Adla Coure, our English Coordinator, was recently presented with the Quaity Teaching Award. She was one of only 16 Secondary teachers across the state to receive the award. Part of the citation that she received with her award reads:
Adla Coure demonstrates integrity, vision and adaptability in her teaching practice. Her thorough knowledge and love of her subject is conveyed to students and colleagues in a variety of forums. She is also highly involved in whole school activities.

The College production of Thoroughly Modern Millie this year was a stunning success and hailed as one of the best musicals ever. The performances from every participant were outstanding and congratulations must go to all who worked tirelessly to produce a musical of such high standard. Time was spent on weekends, holidays and after school in rehearsal and preparing sets and costumes for the show. A very special thank you to Mr Orland and his wife, Margaret, who generously donated the PA equipment and did a superb job of producing the sound.

We recently welcomed back Ex-Students from the Class of 71 to spend time together and relive some fond memories. With our Centenary just around the corner, we are encouraging past students and staff to become involved in our Celebrations. Simply click on the image to the left to find out how.

Special RecognitionAward

Louise Castro, the Environmental Prefect at the College, has led the push to develop a range of activities to lower their impact on the environment, improve their sustainability and teach all students the importance of sustainable lifestyle. Due to Louise's efforts and those of the other girls on the Environment committee, we were awarded special recognition at the Canada Bay's third annual Sustainability Awards.  Our special award, the 'Environmental Community Organisation Award', recognises businesses, community groups and individuals who have achieved economic, social or environmental progress in the City of Canada Bay.

Newsletter for Parents from Parents

The Council of Catholic School Parents has developed a newsletter providing tips for parents, family advice and other related articles. The latest Newsletter, “ParentNet” is devoted to social justice. It highlights various social justice events and resources. For instance, how will you be more just, be more aware, be more giving, be more green, be more loving and ultimately be more human? The newsletter includes ideas particularly for families.

Campion Education is one of Australia's largest suppliers of secondary level textbooks, a major supplier of stationery and calculators and a supplier of educational software.They provide an on-line booklist for parents and students of Domremy, and their services include call centre staff, the ability to make payments over the phone, and organise delivery to your address.