On Friday 26 July, 36 Mercedes students from all year groups volunteered to take part in the Ponytail Project, stepping up to cut 20 centimetres or more of their hair for donation, as well as raising funds from friends and family for cancer research and support services for families affected by cancer.
Students at Mercedes College have put a twist on mental health initiative, knitting a tree blue, encouraging people to speak up and seek support when battling mental health concerns.
In celebration of National Families Week, Catholic Education Western Australia are highlighting the valuable role of the family in the life, faith, development and education of young people.
Mercedes College and St Peter’s Primary School students learnt about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ culture in the classroom.
Mercedes College is involved in a pilot programme through WA All Abilities Football, leading the way in promoting inclusiveness in sport.
The Mercedes College community gathered on 9 March to commemorate 175 years since the college was founded by Mercy Sisters on 2 February 1846. The celebrations began with a Mass, followed by a range of art and fun activities throughout the day. By Amanda Murthy.
A group of Year 12 Children, Family and Community (CFC) Mercedes College students have last month proudly presented backpacks to a representative of Operation Sunshine Western Australia (OSWA).