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“Now add Honey” film preview

“Now add Honey” film preview

Ex-student Robyn Butler is an Australian writer, actor and producer who is best known for her starring role in the television comedy series The Librarians and for producing and writing Upper Middle Bogan. She invited 12 members of the Santa Sabina community to a special screening of her soon to

22 July 2015

Using STEM to promote creativity and provide challenge for students

Using STEM to promote creativity and provide challenge for students

By Angela Thomas Coordinator of Gifted Education 6-12   Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) are a central preoccupation of policy makers all around the world. This paper will outline the importance of STEM for future success of individuals and communities. The significance of providing educational opportunities in STEM

13 July 2015

The Pitch – IMAGINEERING

The Pitch – IMAGINEERING

Imagine coming up with an idea, creating and designing a model and then pitching your idea to the director of a company. This is what students from the Middle School of Santa Sabina College are doing as one of their learning projects.  The students are following the process used by

23 June 2015

In Harmony Concert

In Harmony Concert

Our “In Harmony” concert at Sydney Town Hall on Monday 15 June celebrated the joyfulness, excellence and diversity of the Santa Sabina College community. Congratulations to the Music Department under the leadership of Artistic Director, Karen Carey, as well as all of the staff who supported this event. It was an

16 June 2015

Pillars Program

Pillars Program

For 5 weeks this term, Year 10 students had the privilege to participate in the Santa Sabina Pillars course. It was a wonderful opportunity that enhanced our knowledge of the four pillars central to the Dominican tradition -Community, Learning, Service and Prayer. These pillars are crucial facets in shaping who

4 June 2015

Athletics Carnival 6-12

Athletics Carnival 6-12

The weather was perfect as the myriad of colours from the girls house costumes exploded onto the main oval for our annual athletics carnival. This year we had a new event, it was team based, exciting and challenged the houses to work together like never before! The screams of excitement

1 June 2015

In Harmony Concert

In Harmony Concert

The Sydney Town Hall will be alive with great music from Santa Sabina College on Monday June 15 from 7.30pm for our concert “In Harmony”. Students from Years 4 to 8 will be a part of the choir and the ensembles ranging from symphony orchestra to stage band plus outstanding

21 May 2015

Student Ethics Conference

Student Ethics Conference

Senior Students from around Sydney converged on Santa Sabina College on Monday 18 May for the annual Peter Vardy Student Ethics Conference. Dr Peter Vardy is an internationally renowned ethicist and lecturer with a particular interest in working with schools to encourage a broader vision for education, to enthuse young people with a lifelong passion for

19 May 2015

Golden Girls and Boys Reunion

Golden Girls and Boys Reunion

Over 200 ex-students from 1939-1965 enjoyed the annual Golden Girls and Boys reunion last week. After celebrating Mass together they joined in the Hall for High Tea and reminisced about their school days. “It was a lovely day last Friday.  The choir was magnificent with truly beautiful singing.  It was a happy,

19 May 2015

Beyond the HSC

Beyond the HSC

Over 350 students and parents participated in Beyond the HSC last night. The evening began with a Q&A session with a panel of tertiary experts including; Dr Chris Walker from UNSW, Associate Professor James Curran from Sydney University, Angela Hecimovic, Lecturer in Accounting at The University of Sydney, Dr Li-Chuen Wong,

6 May 2015

Santa Sabina Prep begins

Santa Sabina Prep begins

There was a buzz of excitement on the Primary Campus this morning as a new cohort of students began their first day of schooling in the College’s inaugural Prep class. Quickly letting go of Mum and Dad’s hands, the boys and girls eagerly explored their new prep space that has been

20 April 2015