Santa Sabina College Alumni

Congratulations to Emeritus Professor Jennifer Edwards AM Class of 1964!
Jenny has been recognised as a Member of the Order of Australia, one of our nation's highest honours, for her distinguished service to the information technology sector and to tertiary education.

We thank Jenny for her many contributions to Santa Sabina. She has generously supported the College as STEM patron and mentor and we celebrate this wonderful recognition of a truly remarkable career.

The College was saddened to learn of the sudden passing of ex-student Marion Li Class of 1998 last week.

Marion’s funeral will be held at St Martha’s Catholic Church Strathfield, on Thursday 4 June at 11.00am.

We keep Marion, her family and friends in our thoughts and prayers and extend our deepest condolences to all who knew and loved her.

Friday Flashback to 2016 when our Year 12 students were officially welcomed into the Santa Sabina Ex-Students’ Association at the Year 12 Picnic in the week before Graduation.A special milestone marking the transition from student to ex-student!

We would love to see members of this year group at our Back to the Boulevarde Reunion in September. Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DIGSR

Outdoor education has always been a defining part of life at the College. This year, more than 25 students are currently completing their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Today’s Friday Flashback takes us back to 1993, when students embarked on their Duke of Edinburgh expedition to Tasmania!

Friday Flashback

Beatles fever did not just sweep the country, it reached the College too.

In the mid-60s, Jill Griffiths, Jenny Thomas, Susie Tindale and Neva Cullen captured the spirit of the era, proving that Beatlemania had well and truly arrived at Santa Sabina.

Calling the Class of 1976
Welcome to the Golden Girls and Boys Club.

We look forward to celebrating with you at our annual reunion for students who left the College 50 years ago or more.

Do you remember Dom’s Day 1976? Margot Sheedy reflected on this special day in the 1976 Veritas Yearbook.
"It was decided that Santa Sabina would celebrate this year in an unusual way, especially as the Dominican order had not long before commemorated its 770th year of foundation. Added to the traditional St. Dominic’s Day events were to be an historical cavalcade and a costume parade.

Under the organization and direction of a St. Dominic’s Day Committee, preparation for the day was commenced. This was by no means an easy job as old school uniforms and nuns’ habits had to be resurrected from obscurity, official flags and banners had to be obtained and two horse-drawn vehicles procured. To write a commentary on the day’s proceedings, Sr. M. Cyprian offered her services. She also took on the role of narrator. It was agreed that as befitting the occasion, students and staff should dress according to the fashion of 1894.

The day drew nearer. Excitement and anticipation mounted… Finally the day arrived. It was begun with a Mass held in the school hall, celebrated by a Dominican priest, Fr. Dennis Minns. The singing was accompanied by the school orchestra, which was conducted by Sr. M. Mildred. The Mass fostered a feeling of unity which prevailed throughout the day.

This was followed by the crowning of St Dominic. As is traditional the senior year, Sixth Form, were permitted to encircle St Dominic. The school captain, Jane Loth, aided by the vice-captain, Jill Emberson, crowned the statue with a wreath of flowers. The school song was sung, led by a rousing chorus from Sixth Form (some perhaps a trifle tearful) who danced around the plot."

We look forward to welcoming you back to the College on Friday 29 May:
Book here: https://www.trybooking.com/DIGSH

We are saddened to share the passing of Lesley Christen, a much-loved Drama teacher and Coordinator at Santa Sabina.

Through the 1990s and 2000s, she inspired students with her passion and creativity. Many will remember her fondly for the confidence and joy she brought to the stage and the classroom.

Former students and friends are warmly invited to a celebration of her life at 2:00pm on Wednesday 22 April 2026, at Leura Memorial Gardens.

There are few opportunities to pause.
Veritas in the Valley invites you to step away from the pace of daily life and enter a space of reflection, prayer and conversation, grounded in the Dominican tradition.
Set in the natural beauty of Tallong, this two-day adult formation experience includes presentations, workshops, shared meals, quiet reflection and a bush liturgy, offering time to explore what it means to live Veritas today. We are privileged to be joined by Sr Elizabeth Hellwig OP, Sr Sheila Flynn OP and Jenni Hickson, who will guide and enrich the experience across the weekend.
Saturday 23 May to Sunday 24 May
Tallong Campus, Southern Highlands
$180 including accommodation, meals and program
Book now https://www.trybooking.com/DKENW