Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back! As we embark on the commencement of the 2024 school year, it brings me immense joy and excitement to extend a warm welcome to our dedicated staff, returning students, and a special greeting to the newest members of our family – our Graduating Class of 2029 – Year 7 2024.
The beginning of a new academic year is always a time filled with promise and potential. It’s a fresh start, a blank canvas upon which we’ll paint the journey of growth, discovery, and achievement that lies ahead. I am particularly thrilled to witness the unfolding chapters for our Year 7 students who are stepping into the rich culture of St Dominic’s College for the first time. Your presence enriches our community, and we look forward to supporting you in every step of your educational journey.
This year, our College Theme, “Freedom through Learning,” holds a special significance. It encapsulates the essence of our commitment to providing an education that not only imparts knowledge but also empowers individuals to embrace their unique potential. As we embark on this year together, my sincere wish is that each staff member and student alike understands the profound meaning behind our Theme.
Education is the key to unlocking not only academic prowess but also the freedom to explore, create, and shape one’s destiny.
Freedom through learning dismantles barriers, promoting inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that education becomes a universal right rather than a privilege. It is a compass that guides individuals toward self-discovery, encouraging a lifelong journey of intellectual exploration and personal growth. In essence, the importance of the term freedom through learning lies in its capacity to nurture an informed, engaged, and empowered student community who can shape a more enlightened and harmonious global community.
Let us come together, building on the ethos and culture that defines St Dominic’s College, to create an environment where curiosity is nurtured, challenges are met with resilience, and friendships are forged that will last a lifetime – Once a Dommies Boy, always a Dommies Boy.
Here’s to a year of academic excellence, personal growth, and the formation of strong bonds that will shape the gentlemen within each of our students. Welcome back and may this school year be filled with inspiring moments, meaningful experiences, and a true sense of freedom through learning.
Wishing everyone a successful and fulfilling 2024 academic year!
Live Jesus in your Hearts
Mr Simon Abernethy
College Principal
