While we've focused on our Year 12 students over the first two weeks of this Term, whose formal classes end on Friday, and on marking this time in a significant, celebratory way, we are also focused on the students and families who will begin their journey with Sacred Heart in 2027.
On Tuesday night, over 500 people gathered in the Carmel O'Dwyer Centre of the Sports and Wellness Precinct for the 2027 New Families Welcome Evening. The evening began with a warm cup of coffee or tea, followed by an information session focused on what it means to belong to Sacred Heart College, a Catholic school in the Mercy tradition. Needless to say, the space was charged with positive energy as students and families learned more about our Mercy story. This story is interwoven through the relationships formed in mentor groups, the House system, and rich learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
Each week leading up to the end of the school year is action-packed. Over the past two weekends, learning has continued, with both staff and students on site as the College hosted two major events.
The Design Futures Lab featured two installations in Geelong Design Week, bringing members of the wider community onto our College grounds. The installations were aptly named Regenerative Matter(s). They included Pure Potential with Zero Point Yoga, where our students transformed thousands of discarded face masks into an expansive textile installation using sewing, silkscreen printing, and natural dyeing; and the Tiny House Project, a whole-school design and build initiative undertaken in collaboration with industry mentors, including Surf Coast Tiny Homes. Please take a moment to learn more about each inspiring project by clicking the button below.
Our alumni were busy over the weekend. On Saturday, several Alumni Committee members gathered in Celies to prepare meals for Lazarus House. Using ingredients sourced from Feed Me Geelong, the team prepared wholesome meals and sweet treats. We hope this becomes a regular activity for our past pupils to engage with.
We extend our best wishes to our Year 12 students as they move into Readiness Week!
I would also like to invite you once again to our annual Remembrance Service. This service for families who have experienced a bereavement this year will take place on Thursday 5 November 2026 at 7.00pm in the College Chapel. Please RSVP to brvos@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au by Wednesday 21 October.
| This Week | |
|---|---|
| Week Two | |
| Friday 16 October | Year 12 Final Day Alumni Breakfast and Transfer of Leadership |
| Next Week | |
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| Week Three | |
| Wednesday 21 October | Year 7 Faith Day |
| Future Planning | |
|---|---|
| Week Four | |
| Monday 26 October | VCAA Exams Commence SPCs Published |
| Friday 30 October | World Teachers' Day |
Please see below a quick update on the next steps for 2027 subject allocations as the College continues constructing next year’s timetable.
This week, students moving into Years 10, 11 and 12 were notified that they can collect their printed 2027 subject allocation slips from the Small Gathering Space during recess and lunch. Please retain this list for future reference.
Students off-site during distribution can request an electronic copy by emailing mljsubjects@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au.
If parents or students have questions or require support regarding your 2027 allocations, please email mljsubjects@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au. We will forward all inquiries to the appropriate staff member for assistance.
Thank you for your continued support as we finalise the 2027 timetable.
With Term Four underway, we now are entering the final weeks of our Term Three House Mercy Works campaign, culminating in today's College Walkathon.
In Term Three, our Houses have been supporting:
Our partnership with We All Rotate in Nepal is a timely reminder of the importance of supporting communities in times of need, particularly following the recent flooding. We keep those affected in our thoughts and prayers.
We warmly invite families to make a donation to their child’s House Mercy Works organisation. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps support the important work of our partners and provides a meaningful way for our community to Lead the Change, Be the Difference. As Catherine McAuley reminds us, We can never say, ‘it is enough'. Please click the links below to view the posters for each House, which includes the QR code to donate.
| Event Details | |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday 5 November 2026 |
| Time | 7.00pm |
| Location | College Chapel | Sacred Heart College Geelong |
| RSVP | Wednesday 21 October 2026 |
Each November, we celebrate All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day, remembering loved ones who have passed and whose presence continues to influence our lives. The Sacred Heart College community invites families to join our Remembrance Service to honour and give thanks for those we've lost.
The service will be held in the College Chapel, followed by light refreshments in the Reception Parlour.
Family members are welcome to bring a framed photo of their loved one to place on the altar and light a candle in their memory. If you would like to attend, please RSVP by next Wednesday 21 October 2026, by clicking the link below.
| Event Details | |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday 15 November 2026 |
| Time | 10.30am to 11.30am |
| Location | Celies Dining Room | Sacred Heart College Geelong |
Notice of Sacred Heart College Geelong Alumni Association AGM
Formal Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Sacred Heart College Geelong Alumni Association will be held on-site at the College in Celies Dining Room (enter via Aphrasia Street gates) and via Google Meet on Sunday 15 November 2026 from 10.30am to 11.30am.
The Alumni community are advised of the following vacant positions for 2027/2028:
The 2026 Financial Report will be available on the College Website.
If any alumni need a nomination form or wish to RSVP to the AGM, please contact Jo Welch, Alumni and Development Officer, by Saturday 31 October 2026.
P. 5222 0464
E. alumni@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au.
Please refer to the Compass News Feed for all year level reminders.
Compass will continue to be our primary form of communication with families, where we will share information for events, booklists, photo days, student reports, updates etc.
Students wishing to discuss potential changes to programs of study should contact Amanda Moody, Timetable Coordinator. Contact can be made via email at mljsubjects@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au.
It is important to remind our College community of the high expectations we have of each other. The 'SHC Way' emphasises the importance of commitment to excellence and respect, including following school expectations.
Being a part of a community involves committing to the same norms and values. Please ensure you are aware of and commit to the following:
Financial Assistance
I encourage our families who are experiencing financial hardship to please contact the College so that we may assist. Further details are available here.
College Policies
The following Mercy Education policies are available here: College Policies. They can also be accessed by clicking the links below:
Reception
For general inquiries, absences, or if you require assistance in being directed to a specific department, please contact Reception at:
Phone: (03) 5221 4211
Email: info@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au
Mentor Group Teachers
For matters related to your student's education, the Mentor Group Teacher should be the first point of contact. Please refer to your child's timetable for their Mentor Group Teacher’s email address.
House Leaders
For any inquiries regarding your student's House, please contact the respective House Leader:
Finance
For all fee-related queries, please contact the Finance Department:
Email: areceivable@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au
IT Help Desk
For IT-related assistance, please reach out to our Help Desk:
Email: helpdesk@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au
College Admissions Officer:
For all inquiries regarding student admissions, please contact:
Email: admissions@shcgeelong.catholic.edu.au
Sunday 11 October 2026 was International Day of the Girl Child.
We pray for every girl today. Help her to know her true identity in You. Remove insecurity, self-doubt and comparison from her heart. Help her to see herself as valuable, loved, and created with purpose.
Lord, strengthen her confidence and remind her that she is fearfully and wonderfully made. Protect her from negative voices that try to define her wrongly. Fill her heart with truth and self-worth rooted in You. Thank You for creating her with beauty, strength, and purpose. Let her walk in confidence each day.
We pray for the gift of education and learning opportunities for every girl. Open doors for her to attend school, gain knowledge, and grow in wisdom. Remove every barrier that stands in the way of her education. Provide resources, support and encouragement for her learning journey. Lord, help her to love knowledge and excel in her studies.
Finally, we pray for emotional healing for every girl. Heal every hurt, pain and emotional wound in her heart. Restore her confidence and bring peace to her emotions. Help her to let go of past pain and move forward with hope. Surround her with people who love, care and understand her. Lord, fill her heart with joy and stability. Remove sadness, fear, and emotional distress. Restore her completely and make her whole again.
Amen.
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