Clonard College Geelong is a Kildare Education Ministries Catholic school in the Brigidine tradition. Located in Herne Hill, Clonard educates approximately 920 students. The educational experience at Clonard is more than an academic journey. It is an education that nurtures young women to embody our College motto ‘ strength and kindliness’. It is an education where the spirituality of our students is fostered. Our students’ strengths are known, cultivated and celebrated through a broad range of opportunities and extracurricular offerings.
Everybody is a somebody at Clonard. We place equal importance on care for students’ wellbeing and their academic learning success. A Clonard education gives our young women a sense of social justice and a voice to make a difference in the world. It is an education where the leaders of tomorrow are formed. It is an experience where friendships are formed for life. Our motto ‘Strength and Kindliness’ gives a sense of our mission, and we strive to develop in young women the capacity to understand and contribute to the world.
As I come to write this final Principal’s blog for the term I am almost out of words. Was there ever a time when a break was more needed? ‘Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
We would like to announce and congratulate Lucy Williams and Alisha Nurnaitis who have accepted the role of College Co-Captains for 2021. Their selection followed an extensive and rigorous process which included: Written application – assessed by a panel of 4 staff Speeches – assessed
Although most of our students were unable to continue with Work Placement this term because of current restrictions, Chloe Senkans was able to continue her placement working remotely with us at Clonard. We thank Chloe for her willingness, enthusiasm, great communication and resilience. It has
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Students in Years 7 - 12 finish classes for the term on Friday 18 September at 2:20 pm. We wish all a lovely and safe holiday break.
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Herne Hill 3218 Victoria, Australia
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