Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

During their time at the College, the Thai students live in our Boarding House and join the daily routine of other boarding students.  Below are a couple of photos from the Boarding House.

The Thai group were farewelled at Assembly on Thursday and departed the College on Friday.  

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

This week the group has been enjoying attending classes, including intensive English and project work.  The girls were given an introduction to Australian homes and were able to select pictures and plans of their "dream home".

Another fun experience - cooking in the kitchen!  The girls assisted in making Apple Crumble (which they also enjoyed eating!)

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

The weekend provided an opportunity for the group to explore further afield from Toowoomba.  On Saturday the girls visited the beautiful Gold Coast.  They enjoyed the sunny weather on the beach before visiting Sea World.

On Monday, The Principal, Mrs Ann Marie Pawsey joined the group for a visit to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.  Here the girls were able to pet Kangaroos and cuddle with Koalas.

Santa Teresa Immersion 2017

St Ursula's students have travelled to Santa Teresa Mission for an Immersion experience.  They arrived on Saturday 22nd April and commemorated ANZAC Day with a solemn prayer service overlooking the community.

The group visiting Santa Teresa consists of nine students and two staff members.  So far they have worked in the community centre, experienced the Santa Teresa Spirituality Centre Northern Territory and made new friends on the basketball court as the sun set.

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

Thursday the Thai group visited the Toowoomba City Mayors office.  Mayor Paul Antonio greeted the girls and hosted them for a tour of the Council Chambers.

Friday of the first week has arrived very quickly for the girls!  Today they explored the Highfields Pioneer Village.  Much fun was also had at the Indigenous workshop learning about the Dideridoo and Corroboree Dancing.

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

The girls attended classes on Wednesday including an introduction to Indigenous art (Dot Painting) and an excursion to Cobb and Co Museum in the afternoon.

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand - Group 2

The second group from Materdei (Thailand) arrived at the College on Sunday afternoon for a two week stay.  They were welcomed to the College and joined in the College Cross Country on Monday.

Tuesday was Anzac Day - a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations and the contribution and suffering of all those who served. The group joined our Boarding Students at the morning Anzac service held at the Mothers Memorial in Toowoomba.

The Ursuline School - New Rochelle.  2017 Exchange

On Easter Saturday (15th April 2017) we had the pleasure of greeting the New Rochelle Exchange students.  The group arrived in Sydney earlier in the week before flying into Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport on Saturday.  The St Ursula's College families provided some fun experiences over the Easter weekend, taking the girls to visit the beaches, local farms and sights around Toowoomba.

The Principal Administration, Mrs Carol Killebrew and Head of Science Ms Robyn Summa enjoyed visiting the area and were keen to try an Aussie Flat White Coffee during their stay!

The TUS students enjoyed a day of classes at St Ursula's College with their host sisters before departing on Thursday.

Mater Dei - Thailand 2017 Group 1

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand

Friday morning we farewelled the Thai girls as they departed the Boarding House for the airport.  Although sad to leave, they were looking forward to some Thai food once they arrived home!

Mrs Pawsey (Principal), Ms Chirariyakul (Jin), Mrs Pearman (Head of Boarding), Ms Vijitboonyaruk (Mee) and Ms Marshall (Boarding Supervisor).

Mater Dei - Thailand 2017 Group 1

Thailand 2017

Materdei School Thailand

Thursday was the last day at the College for the first group of Thai visitors.  They performed a beautiful farewell with traditional Thai dancing.