On one side of you is a reminder of your past: those early years of learning, playing, creating, imagining and achieving.
Not far from you is a reminder of those middle years. Some joys, some sadness, some revelations and truths, perhaps some embarrassments, moments of forgiveness and moments of new beginnings.
Just behind you sits your most recent past.
Only one year ago, you sat there with great anticipation, with great hope and with every opportunity before you.
And now, it is your turn.
Your St Dominic’s past is your cloak.
Wrap it around you when you face adversity, when you feel vulnerable, when you need courage, reassurance or certainty.
Your past reminds you of what is possible.
It reminds you that you are successful, confident, intelligent and creative young people, ready to step into your future.
And we cannot wait to see what you do, where you go and, importantly, who you continue to become.
As you step forward into the next part of your journey, may you take with you, confidence, wisdom, truth and peace along with faith, hope and love.
In farewell we say thank you, we celebrate you, we rejoice in you, and we offer you our prayers.
Take with you our theme Awaken your hearts to gratefulness so that, being blessed, you continue to be a blessing for others.
Dr Helen Steele
COLLEGE PRINCIPAL | Thursday 22 October 2026
