thanks to you FOR DONORS AND SUPPORTERS OF ST MARY’S
MARCH 2017
From the Principal
2016, the School’s 95th birthday, was a remarkable year in so many ways. It was a chance to reflect on our history and how we have grown, and of course, there was a giddy whirlwind of celebrations, creating many special memories for us all. As I celebrated with students, parents, Old Girls and families from years gone by, here in Karrinyup, around WA and the world, it was clear that there is a strong sense of community and a deep affection for this wonderful school. It was also a significant year for us in that the Annual Giving Scholarship was awarded for the first time. This meanstested scholarship has been awarded to a delightful, talented local girl who joined us in Year 10 in February. Were it not for your gifts to the Scholarship Fund since 2014, this opportunity would not have been available to her. Thank you sincerely for your support. It was with great excitement that we approached, and surpassed, our
95th Birthday Annual Giving goal of $95,000. Thank you for your support. This was our third annual appeal and we not only welcomed many new supporters to our family of donors, but also received gifts from a large number of families for the third year running. These dedicated supporters are specially acknowledged in this year’s Donor Honour Roll. St Mary’s is stronger because of the commitment and support you bring to the life of our school. Thank you for your generosity in 2016. Lynne Thomson Principal
Music Time on The Polson Room Piano Thanks to a gift from the Old Girls’ Association to mark the School's birthday and 95th Birthday Annual Giving donors, St Mary's has purchased a beautiful Ritmuller baby grand piano for The Polson Room. The piano will be used by students for musical concerts and entertaining guests at school events. Guests at this year's Old Girls' Day in March were treated to a special performance, by senior musicians, of hits from the reunion anniversary years 1957, '67, '77, '87 and '97! Thank you for your support of our musicians and helping us to share the joy of their music.