All Hallows' School

Today we celebrate the Feast of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop, Australia's first saint and patron saint of our Archdiocese. Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of St Joseph arrived in Brisbane on 31 December 1869 and spent their first two weeks in Queensland residing in the All Hallows' Convent.

Her faith, compassion and commitment to serving those in need continues to inspire us.

Dance | Last weekend, more than 200 students represented All Hallows’ at the North Brisbane Dance X Competition.

Our dancers delivered exceptional results, with our Senior, Junior and Primary Dance Ensembles achieving numerous placings across a range of genres, including contemporary, jazz, lyrical and hip hop.

AHS also brought home two special awards:
✨ Senior Secondary Highest Point Score: Combined Senior Dance Ensemble (Jazz)
✨ Junior Secondary School Spirit Award

These achievements are a testament to the passion, perseverance and teamwork that define the Dance Ensemble Program. Congratulations to all our dancers! 💙

Class of 2026 Senior Sunrise ☀️ | Our Y12 AHSisters gathered on the Terrace this morning to celebrate a special milestone: 100 days until graduation!

They enjoyed a BBQ breakfast and watched the sunrise over the Story Bridge, while reflecting on their AHS journey so far and looking ahead to the exciting future that awaits them beyond our green gates.

The countdown is officially on, Class of 2026! We are so proud of everything you have achieved and can't wait to see what the rest of your final year holds 💙

Coolock House Mass 💙 | Students, staff and families gathered this morning for the Coolock House Mass. Led by Fr. Michael Tran, we reflected on how we are called to live mercy in action each day through the theme 'From House to Mission'. Inspired by the legacy of Catherine McAuley, may we continue to be people of compassion, faith and service.

A heartfelt thank you to Fr. Tran, and to all members of our extended community who joined us.

Arts Festival 🎶 🎭 | Last week's Arts Festival was a vibrant celebration of creativity and talent! Across Dance, Speech & Drama, Vocal and Photography, AHSisters from Years 5-12 showcased their skills to parents, caregivers, staff, external adjudicators and peers.

Congratulations to every student who participated. Thank you to our Performing Arts staff for bringing Arts Festival to life, providing opportunities for our students to learn new skills and grow in confidence ✨

Y10 Sleepout | Our Y10 students recently took part in our annual Y10 Sleepout, giving up their home comforts to better understand the realities of homelessness.

Through presentations from community groups, students gained valuable insight into the housing crisis and the vital work being done to support those in need. They also decorated calico bags for our partner ministries before settling in for a cold night on the Terrace.

We are so proud of the compassion, empathy and resilience displayed by our Y10 students throughout the evening, and deeply grateful to the staff who generously gave their time and comfort to make this meaningful experience possible 💙

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Tours | During the Term 2 holidays, many of our students embraced the opportunity to learn, connect and explore through two exciting and immersive international experiences.

From Catherine McAuley's House of Mercy on Baggot Street in Dublin to the snowy slopes of Queenstown, New Zealand, students created memories that will stay with them for years to come.

Thank you to the staff who generously gave their time, care and expertise to make these experiences possible.

Learn more: https://www.ahs.qld.edu.au/term-2-tours-exploring-england-ireland-new-zealand/

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Student Horizons

Y10 Subject & Careers Expo | Our Y10 students enjoyed an inspiring afternoon on Tuesday exploring the exciting opportunities available in senior school and beyond.

Students connected with representatives from universities, TAFE and a range of industry and careers organisations to learn about the diverse career possibilities after school. They also met with Heads of Department and teachers to ask questions and gain insight into the subjects on offer in Years 11 and 12.

It was a fantastic afternoon that encouraged students to think about their strengths, interests and aspirations, equipping them to make informed decisions about their future as they begin their senior journey 🌟

Adderton House Mass 💚 | This morning, Adderton students, staff, and families gathered in the All Hallows' Chapel for a beautiful mass. Students wore green ribbons in honour of their House, and reflected on how we are all 'Called to Serve with the Treasure of Faith'.

Thank you to Fr. William Aupito for leading the mass, and to all the members of our community that joined us ✨

Whole School Assembly | Last Friday, we proudly recognised the recipients of Semester 1 Iontach Awards, whose outstanding academic achievements reflect their commitment to learning and personal excellence. Congratulations to all recipients on this wonderful accomplishment!

Other assembly highlights included:

✨ An inspiring presentation from Kath Coory, CEO and Founder of Bestlife Foundation, highlighting how our whole school project, Helena's House, supports BestLife's mission to provide opportunities for young people living with disabilities to experience independence and belonging.
✨ A special Fandom Friday performance from our School and Spirit Captains.
✨ A delightful showcase from our St Cecilia String Ensemble!