As Year 7 students receive their school lockers this week it is worth revisiting this short video 😀😀made by the Year 10 Media Team last year. 🎤 🎤 | Catherine McAuley Westmead

Today is Mercy Day – when we celebrate the anniversary of Catherine McAuley establishing the House of Mercy in Baggot Street, Dublin in 1827. Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy four years later and established Mater in 1906. Today is a time for us to pause and reflect on the true meaning of mercy. Every interaction is an opportunity for us to demonstrate mercy in action, as Sister Madonna Josey explains in the special message below. | Mater

Mother McAuley is thrilled to announce the 2026 Catherine McAuley Leadership Award Recipient, Katie Schumacher-Cawley ‘97! The award is presented annually at our Celebration Gala and recognizes individuals who embody the spirit of Catherine McAuley through their commitment to service, leadership and compassion. Katie Schumacher-Cawley ‘97 is a shining example of these values. A celebrated coach and former player, Katie has risen to national prominence as the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach at Penn