This week, across all Queensland Catholic Schools, we are celebrating Catholic Education Week. The theme “Communities of Faith, Hope and Love,” encourages us to strive to make a difference in our Catholic schools and the wider community. It challenges us to live out the message of Jesus and to share our gifts with others. 

This morning, as we celebrated Catholic Education Week at our Chapel Mass, I witnessed faith, hope and love in the many faces who attended. At Chapel Mass, we acknowledged and celebrated outstanding service to our College community. We congratulate and thank worthy nominee, Mrs Janet Oliver - Visual Arts Coordinator, for her dedication and commitment to Holy Spirit College and Catholic Education.

NAIDOC Week 2025

Nationally, NAIDOC Week was celebrated from Sunday 6 to Sunday 13 July. NAIDOC stands for National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee. This year marked the 50th Anniversary of NAIDOC Week, and the theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” is a tribute to young leaders and the enduring legacy of First Nations communities.

At our recent College Assembly, we congratulated Round 16 and Round 17 recipients of Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation (QATSIF) scholarships. At this assembly, Lincoln H (Year 12) and Lachlan T (Year 11) were honoured to receive the prestigious QATSIF Leadership Award. Andie F (Year 9) was the proud recipient of the Catholic Education Scholarship for First Nations Students.  Congratulations to Lincoln, Lachlan and Andie on this wonderful achievement.

School Improvement Plan

Although our School Improvement Plan has been guiding our strategic priorities for some time, I am taking this opportunity to spotlight our goals for 2025 again. In sharing this plan with our College community, I aim to align our entire College community (students, parents and staff) with the vision and goals that guide our progress. Our School Improvement Plan is a living document that we review often throughout the school year.

Webinar with Karen Young – Strengthening Young People Against Anxiety

Catholic School Parents Queensland (CSPQ) warmly invites all Catholic school parents and carers to a special live webinar with renowned psychologist Karen Young, focused on empowering young people to navigate anxiety with confidence and resilience.

• Date: Tuesday, 5 August 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (AEST)
• Register here: Click here to Register

After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with details on how to join the webinar.

Can’t make it live? A recording will be available for 3 days to all registered participants.

This week, we welcomed Kellie Overend to Holy Spirit College.  Kellie has taken on the important role of Front Receptionist. When you visit our College, you will be warmly greeted by Kellie. 

We also farewelled Mikaella Mallet as she has commenced her maternity leave. We wish Mikaella all the best with the safe arrival of her second child. 

Prayer

Dear Lord,

We ask you to strengthen our college to be a community of faith, hope and love. 

Wherever we go, help us to spread joy, peace and goodness.  May your presence inspire us to be Communities of Faith, Hope and Love. Amen

Blessings,     

Alison Wales - Principal