Special feature – Redland Originals
Carmel College
Since 1993
The lights are shining upon Carmel College in 2017.
The college is marking 25 years in supporting the secondary education of students in the Redlands within the Catholic tradition.
When it was first established Carmel College had 80 students enrolled and 11 members of staff.
Today that number has grown to 1140 students and 130 staff; a testament to the Redlands welcoming a Catholic secondary school to the region.
This welcoming nature of the Catholic college community is what has contributed to the growth of Carmel, according to principal Brian Eastaughffe.
His sentiments are mirrored by foundation principal Faye Conley, who saw the school grow from its infancy until her retirement in 2006.
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“The local community is so supportive; when the college first opened they took ownership for the school,” she said. “If we needed a lawn mower, someone appeared with one; whatever issues we faced in the beginning, they were knocked over.
“I remember the first Parents and Friends work meeting we had 98 people turn up and we had only 80 kids enrolled in the school.”
As the community has embraced the college, college students have too in turn embraced the community through its activities with students showing a strong sense of social consciousness. This year as Carmel celebrates 25 years a number of celebratory events will be taking place. A Foundation Day Mass will be celebrated by Archbishop Mark Coleridge.
Several former students will also be special guests for a Q and A forum.
I am most proud of the way our students contribute to the culture of Carmel College."
- Principal Brian Eastaughffe
The college will also mark the anniversary with a special evening event in which present and former students and staff can come together to celebrate the culture that makes Carmel College the college that it is.
“I am most proud of the way our students contribute to the culture of Carmel College,” Mr Eastaughffe said.
“Through upholding the college’s ‘four pillars’ of respect, diligence, resilience and positive relationships, it is clear to see the strong, positive relationships forged between all students. These bonds, and their sense of community, make Carmel College a special place to be.”
