Nagle College Launches New STEM Scholarship for Future Innovators

Nagle College Blacktown has announced the launch of the “Christine Howe STEM Academic Scholarship”, a new opportunity designed to support and inspire young women passionate about STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

Students enrolling in Year 7 from 2026 are eligible to apply for the scholarship, which reflects the College’s ongoing commitment to excellence in learning within a supportive Catholic community.

Recipients of the scholarship will not only receive either a full or partial discount on College tuition fees, but will join the specialised “Lumen Mathematics” class. Students in this class are selected for their exceptional skill in numeracy and are provided with advanced programs and enrichment opportunities that nurture curiosity, creativity and problem-solving skills. Both the scholarship and Lumen Class aim to open pathways for girls to explore STEM fields with confidence, preparing them for future study and leadership in a rapidly evolving world.

Deborah Scollard, Interim Principal, says the scholarship embodies the College’s mission to educate the whole person in the tradition of Nano Nagle, an Irish Catholic education pioneer known as the “Lady of the Lantern.”

“Students are encouraged to let their light shine by using their gifts and talents to make a difference in their communities and beyond. The scholarship also highlights our belief here at Nagle, that every child deserves the chance to thrive, regardless of circumstance,” Deborah said.

“By supporting excellence and opportunity in STEM, the College continues its proud legacy of empowering young women to shape the future with faith, purpose and compassion.”

Applications are now being accepted for the Christine Howe STEM Academic Scholarship.

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ABOUT CHRISTINE HOWE OAM

A brilliant mathematician, Christine Howe OAM excelled throughout her early studies, completing a Masters of Education at the Australian Catholic University, as well as a Bachelor of Science (Honours) at the University of New South Wales where she received the University Medal and the coveted RJ Webster Prize for the best undergraduate thesis.

After beginning her own education at St Monica’s Primary North Parramatta, Christine’s career in secondary teaching also commenced locally in 1984 when she began work at Parramatta Marist High School. In 2001, she was appointed Principal of Caroline Chisholm College Glenmore Park, where she served for more than a decade and graduated over 1000 students.

Christine progressed to a series of senior leadership roles within Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, most recently working as Director Learning and Deputy Executive Director. Christine was recognised in the 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours, receiving a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her service to secondary education.

Portrait photo of Christine Howe OAM
Christine Howe OAM

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