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Article by Rebecca Clark | Community Service Coordinator
Embracing Community Service - To Love and Serve - Hopeful for a Better World
Today we celebrate all the work being done in our Community. All the inspiring students who enter our gates each day who give up their time for others. Students who listen and provide assistance, where their help is in fact, immeasurable.
Community Service House points Term 1 Update!
MacKillop: 185.5 hours
Ricci: 206 hours
Glowrey: 210 hours
Xavier: 394.5 hours
Congratulations to Xavier House, leading with an inspiring 394.5 hours of service! This achievement demonstrates the impact of our students' time, energy, and care in their communities.
At Saint Ignatius College, our mission to form young people of character and compassion is at the heart of everything we do. Central to this mission is our commitment to Community Service. More than a school requirement, Community Service is a lived expression of our Jesuit identity—an invitation for our students to be people for others, to lead with love, act with justice, and engage with their communities in meaningful ways.
Every student is encouraged to make a difference through practical action. Year 7 students are encouraged to complete 5 hours, while students in Years 8–12 are encouraged to contribute 10 hours of service throughout the year. These experiences are not only formative—they are transformative. They help students develop empathy, leadership, and a deep sense of social responsibility.
Service opportunities are regularly shared through Xuno and our Love and Service Canvas page. These include:
Saint Ignatius Community Engagement – assisting with College events/partnerships.
Mission Service – participating in liturgies and outreach through our Ministry programs.
Environmental Service – caring for and improving our world.
Social Justice Initiatives – working with and for those in need.
Outside Organisations - Sporting Clubs, Food Vans, Social Support
Whether volunteering at a local charity, supporting an environmental clean-up, or simply lending a hand to someone in need, our students are learning that their actions have the power to uplift and inspire. These moments of service often lead to a stronger sense of belonging, greater wellbeing, and skills that will guide them beyond their time at school.
As we aim for 100% participation in 2025, we thank you for the encouragement and example you provide at home. Your support helps our students see the value of serving others—and the difference they can make. To celebrate and track their contributions, please encourage students to log their hours using our 2025 Community Service Form. These hours count towards House Points, with recognition awarded each term to the House with the highest total.
Thank you for walking alongside us in fostering a culture of generosity, humility, and service. We look forward to continuing this journey with you throughout the year.
Warm regards,
Rebecca Clark | Community Service Coordinator
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Our News // 29 April 2025
Article by Rebecca Clark | Community Service Coordinator
Embracing Community Service - To Love and Serve - Hopeful for a Better World
Today we celebrate all the work being done in our Community. All the inspiring students who enter our gates each day who give up their time for others. Students who listen and provide assistance, where their help is in fact, immeasurable.
Community Service House points Term 1 Update!
MacKillop: 185.5 hours
Ricci: 206 hours
Glowrey: 210 hours
Xavier: 394.5 hours
Congratulations to Xavier House, leading with an inspiring 394.5 hours of service! This achievement demonstrates the impact of our students' time, energy, and care in their communities.
At Saint Ignatius College, our mission to form young people of character and compassion is at the heart of everything we do. Central to this mission is our commitment to Community Service. More than a school requirement, Community Service is a lived expression of our Jesuit identity—an invitation for our students to be people for others, to lead with love, act with justice, and engage with their communities in meaningful ways.
Every student is encouraged to make a difference through practical action. Year 7 students are encouraged to complete 5 hours, while students in Years 8–12 are encouraged to contribute 10 hours of service throughout the year. These experiences are not only formative—they are transformative. They help students develop empathy, leadership, and a deep sense of social responsibility.
Service opportunities are regularly shared through Xuno and our Love and Service Canvas page. These include:
Saint Ignatius Community Engagement – assisting with College events/partnerships.
Mission Service – participating in liturgies and outreach through our Ministry programs.
Environmental Service – caring for and improving our world.
Social Justice Initiatives – working with and for those in need.
Outside Organisations - Sporting Clubs, Food Vans, Social Support
Whether volunteering at a local charity, supporting an environmental clean-up, or simply lending a hand to someone in need, our students are learning that their actions have the power to uplift and inspire. These moments of service often lead to a stronger sense of belonging, greater wellbeing, and skills that will guide them beyond their time at school.
As we aim for 100% participation in 2025, we thank you for the encouragement and example you provide at home. Your support helps our students see the value of serving others—and the difference they can make. To celebrate and track their contributions, please encourage students to log their hours using our 2025 Community Service Form. These hours count towards House Points, with recognition awarded each term to the House with the highest total.
Thank you for walking alongside us in fostering a culture of generosity, humility, and service. We look forward to continuing this journey with you throughout the year.
Warm regards,
Rebecca Clark | Community Service Coordinator
