We are thrilled to officially announce our newly elected Peer Support Leaders for 2027! To prepare for this vital responsibility, our new leaders will soon undergo comprehensive training to equip them with the skills needed to mentor, guide, and empower their younger peers. Their first official duty will be stepping up to assist during the upcoming Term 4 Orientation Day, where they will play a key role in making our incoming students feel welcome. We are incredibly proud of

It has been an exciting and engaging term for the English Department, with students and staff coming together to celebrate literature, creativity and performance through our revived Book Week celebrations and a special Bell Shakespeare incursion for Year 8. Book Week Comes to Life! Book Week brought plenty of colour, creativity and friendly competition to the College, beginning with our Where’s Wally? theme. Staff across the College swapped their usual attire for the unmistak

Living Life to the Full (John 10:10) At our last College Assembly, I focused on the real meaning behind living life to the full based on John 10:10. Choosing What Gives Life In a world where young people are surrounded by social media, influencers, notifications, gaming, advertising and constant streams of information, what does it mean to truly live “life to the full”? In the Gospel of John, Jesus gives us a powerful answer: “I have come that they may have life, and have it

GSCC Drama Club continues in term 3! Every Wednesday 3pm-4pm in P102. Please complete the following google form if you are interested: https://forms.gle/FSDnTCzurYgp2Lhp8 Come along to learn: performance skills articulation, projection and confidence in public speaking acting skills character work collaboration/ team building skills Involvement in Drama has major benefits for students in gaining real-world skills, including: improvement in social skills collaboration improve

Jai Duong, of Year 8, performed Frederic Chopin's Étude Op.10 No.4 at the 2026 SCS Classical Music Recital on Sunday 9th August at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Soloists for the recital were chosen through exceptional Eisteddfod performances and video auditions. Jai began his musical journey during the COVID-19 lockdown, initially self-teaching piano via YouTube. In 2024, he commenced formal studies with his current instructor, marking the beginning of his classical tra

On Friday 31st July, the Year 10 and 11 Music classes attended an excursion to the Sydney Conservatorium of Music to participate in workshops for Balinese gamelan and lyric writing. Lily Lazar of Year 10 music has kindly offered her notes from the day. From the moment our class sat on the train until the time we returned home, our day was filled with adventure, joy and learning. Exploring the world of music at the Conservatorium was an exciting experience and a privilege to g

We are thrilled to announce that GSCC has entered this year’s Tournament of Minds (TOM) competition! Our team is already hard at work putting their critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills to the test as they tackle a complex STEM Challenge. This year’s Tournament of Minds team is composed of Matilda Butt, Alana Dang, Monique Farrugia, Angela Khov, Ryan Li, Aayushi Pandey, and Sarai Thongphrachanh from Year 10. The team has been tasked with creating an or

After the intensity of the Trial HSC examinations, there is real value in taking a breath. For Year 12, the weeks after the trials can feel like a turning point. Much of the school journey is behind them, yet some of the most significant moments still lie ahead. The Reflection Day gave students the chance to step away from study schedules and exam papers, and to spend time thinking about who they have become, what they have shared, and how their faith can guide them into the

Mary: A Model of Faith, Service and Compassion The Solemnity of the Assumption and the Good Samaritan Community As we recently celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, we are invited to reflect on the extraordinary example Mary gives to us as people of faith and, particularly, as members of the Good Samaritan Catholic College community. The Assumption celebrates our belief that Mary was taken into Heaven, body and soul, at the end of her earthly

Across the span of the past week, Good Samaritan students were able to celebrate and recognise the importance of wellbeing being composed of many parts. Each day focused on a certain aspect of wellbeing to allow students to grasp a greater understanding of wellbeing. Throughout the week there were various activities and initiatives available for students to engage with. One major part present throughout the week was the Wellbeing Week Gratitude Wall available for students eac