Term 2 has begun with gusto! Our students have participated in our ANZAC Day liturgies and marches – all of which were well attended by our families and staff. Our current generations are lucky enough not to have experienced serious conflict; however, ANZAC Day is always a celebration that resonates with our student body. We […]

Our charity focus for Term 1 was Caritas – Project Compassion. We raised both funds and awareness through a variety of events, including our student-led Valentine’s Day Card Making, Shrove Tuesday Pancakes, The Long Walk for Water and The Great Coin Line Challenge. As a result of our community’s efforts, we proudly donated just over $2000 to Project Compassion to […]

Across the college, our focus has been on kindness and empathy—values deeply embedded in the life and mission of Mary MacKillop. She did not just speak about kindness; she lived it. Even in the face of adversity, she chose compassion. She worked quietly and faithfully to help others, even when no one was watching. Her […]

As the 2024 school year draws to a close, I have been reflecting on our year together as a community. I must start by saying that I am the very proud Principal of MacKillop Catholic College. Every day, I experience the enthusiasm, curiosity, resilience and love for learning of our students – it is our […]

Our College Leaders are true role models for the MacKillop community, embodying the charism of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop and living out Gospel values. They lead with integrity, working closely with our staff and students to inspire and support all in our College family. We congratulate all of them on this outstanding achievement! […]

During the September Holidays, 25 Year 10 and 11 students had the trip of a lifetime, as they journeyed across France and Italy, learning about culture, history and language.  Commencing in France, we began the trip with a whirlwind Parisian tour, encompassing the Palace of Versailles, the Louvre, Montmartre and Eiffel Tower – as well […]

During Term 3 and continuing into Term 4, we have been reviewing our Positive Relationships Framework that underpins everything we do to support the personal and academic growth of our students. The key passage in this document is: There is nothing more important than healthy, positive relationships and well-being within a community.  Positive relationships allow everyone to […]

MacKillop Catholic College took part in both the primary and secondary Futsal Titles at the Redlynch Centre Sports Stadium. Our teams put in a tremendous effort and represented our school with great pride. We even had several players selected to try out for the regional team. Congratulations to everyone who participated!

Last week our Year 10 students went to the BLA Careers Expo at the Cairns Showgrounds. This was a great opportunity for students to ask questions about their future pathways and engage with industry professionals. It was great to see the amazing opportunities here in Cairns. All students were fantastic and great ambassadors for our […]

Our Year 7 students at MacKillop Catholic College recently embarked on a transformative Retreat Day!    Focused on developing empathy, fostering community, and enhancing teamwork, the day was a beautiful blend of reflection and action. Students engaged in meaningful workshops, including an inspiring session by The St Vincent de Paul Society, highlighting the power of […]