It was a huge weekend, and we are so proud of all the team. The judging in these events can be subjective, and although we were very well prepared, it didn't always go our way. Of course, the judging in the Te Reo Scripture and Religious Questions, we were clearly the victors.

St Mary's were wonderful hosts, and Kathy Ryan, at very short notice, pulled off an outstanding event. It was an excellent opportunity for students to mix with the 16 other Catholic colleges in the ADW and Diocese of Palmerston North.

In the 8 categories and each category has two sections.  St Catherine's was placed first in Religious Questions and Te Reo Scripture Reading.

O'Shea Sheild Team

Religious Questions: Michaela Borja, Angelei Canete and Bianca Blanch,  coached by Deirdre Walsh and Jenny O'Brien.

Te Reo Scripture Reading: Hana Burkitt coached by Whaea Chez O'Donnell

Debate Dhara Patel, Khushi Patel and Ella Cessford, supported by Ashwita Kumar and coached by Roy Jansen

Junior Prepared Speech: Avalani Wright,  coached by Maggie Trapp

Oratory: Luna Lopez coached by Halina McDonald

Scripture Reading: Alex Ale, coached by Kate Bell and supported by Isla Richards and Ayesha Mina

Religious Drama: Vanessa Singh, Alessandra Unsworth, Kate Woolcott, Janelle Barboza and Ella De Jong, coached by Frankie Leota and May Chadwick

Impromptu: Katie Hickey, coached by Kieran McDonald

Open Night

We are beginning our visits to the contributing Primary Schools promoting the college.  Open Night is Wednesday 14th of June at 6 pm.  Tours can be booked via this link https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/7sn8u. This is not essential but does help us with planning.  If you are able to assist with home baking or supporting the PTA please let the school office know joanne.robinson@scc.school.nz