On Friday, 19^th September, five of our Thomas More College students joined around 120 students from Catholic schools across the state for Rise Up Tree Planting, a meaningful initiative that is now in its third year. Coordinated by COYYA Adelaide (Catholic Office for Youth and Young Adults), the event saw the group plant 2,900 native plants, bringing the total planted through Rise Up over the three years to more than 6,000 trees and shrubs.

The event was more than just digging in the dirt. For many, it was an opportunity to connect with nature, reflect, and take action on our shared responsibility for the earth. Working side by side with students from other schools, our students contributed to restoring habitat, improving biodiversity, and helping reduce erosion. For our students, input at Rise Up stirred up thoughts about ecological justice, stewardship, and faith in action.

We are proud of our students who took part; their hard work, enthusiasm, and the attitudes they brought reflect the values we hold at Thomas More College. We look forward to growing our involvement in Rise Up in the years ahead, continuing to help the land, and helping each other. 

Nicole Russell 
Assistant Principal Religious Identity and Mission