From the Principal

Special anniversaries are always times of reflection. As St Michael's Collegiate School celebrates its 125th anniversary, I look forward to reflecting with many of you throughout the year. It is amazing to think that only 15 short years after the Women’s Prison at the Cascades Female Factory in South Hobart closed its doors, a school was founded just down the road to empower women through education.

Since 1892, Collegiate has remained steadfast in its commitment to providing an outstanding education for girls. The traditions and values established by the Community of the Sisters of the Church remain strong at the School, and have been enhanced by our contemporary curriculum and extensive facilities. I am proud to be Principal of a school with such a remarkable history and I look forward to engaging with you throughout our 125th anniversary year.

Mrs Judith Tudball
Principal

Sister Dorothea welcoming a Collegiate bear to Ham Common, England.

View the video above

125th Anniversary

A touching anniversary message was recently received by the School from Sister Dorothea, Principal of Collegiate from 1953-1955. Take a moment to view her video message here.

You may also like to view the timeline the School has published on its website detailing its history.  Undoubtedly it will bring back memories for many of you.

A number of special events are planned throughout 2017 to mark this special anniversary. We will be sure to keep you informed of the details.

Inspiring Old Girls Gallery

An 'Inspiring Old Girl's' galley has recently been launched on the School website, profiling some of Collegiate's remarkable alumni. The School plans to add to this throughout its 125th year and into the future, and would love to hear your suggestions on who we should include as an ‘inspiring old girl’ - maybe you?

Reunion Weekend

In 2017 St Michael's Collegiate School is planning a mega Reunion Weekend from Friday 22 September to Sunday 24 September.  Included in the celebrations will be tours of the school, art exhibitions, music concerts and special presentations by esteemed old girls.  Put these dates in your diary, and if you are travelling from interstate or overseas, make your travel plans now.  We’ll be in touch with more news later.

The Principal Judith Tudball and Deputy Principal Mrs Cawley Farrell with guests at the 2016 Reunion in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Celebration

The School extends a warm welcome to Old Girls and their families to come together in Hong Kong on Wednesday 1 March 2017 to mark the occasion of the 125th anniversary. The event will be held at the rooftop FoFo by El Willy Spanish bar, 20/F M88, Wellington Place, 2-8 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong at 6.00pm. Please RSVP to Mrs Rachael Johnston via rachael.johnston@collegiate.tas.edu.au if you can join us.

The Community of the Sisters of the Church Scholarship

Collegiate is delighted to announce a new scholarship! The Community of the Sisters of the Church Scholarship provides the opportunity for daughters, granddaughters and nieces of Collegiate Old Girls to attend the School who may not otherwise be able to do so without financial assistance. The scholarship is equivalent of up to 50% of tuition fees and is tenable until the end of Year 12.
Applications are now being invited for girls who wish to enter Years 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 or 12 in 2018. Full details are available on the School website or by phoning the Head of Enrolments, Mrs Trisha Lowe, on (03) 6211 4936.

Cananore is located on the Senior School Campus of Collegiate with entry via Davey Street.

Philanthropy and Alumni is Changing

We are delighted to introduce Ms Lisa Harris (right) who commenced late last year as Collegiate's Head of Philanthropy. Many of you have already had the pleasure of meeting Lisa at reunions and special events. Lisa would love to hear from you and can be contacted on lisa.harris@collegiate.tas.edu.au or (03) 6211 4973. Please feel free to call in at Cananore and meet Lisa should you be visiting Collegiate.

Mrs Rachael Johnston (left) has moved into the role of Alumni and Events Coordinator. Many of you know Rachael through her work in a diverse range of roles at Collegiate and the knowledge and experience she brings to this position is invaluable. Please keep Rachael informed of any changes to your contact details via rachael.johnston@collegiate.tas.edu.au or by telephone (03) 6211 4403.  Rachael is also happy to welcome you to her new office in Cananore.

Refreshed COGA Facebook Page

Please make sure you follow the COGA Facebook page to remain abreast of news and special events. The School is sharing some amazing snippets from its archives via social media throughout the year and we would love you to be able to enjoy them. 

Collegiate Fair

All Old Girls are invited to support the COGA Hot Chips stall and join in the festivities at the Collegiate Fair!

Come along on Friday 24 February from 3.30pm to 7.30pm.