Jessica Kelly, Chairperson of the Student Council, presented John O'Loughlin with an apple tree, for his home garden, on the occasion of his forthcoming retirement from Mary Immaculate Secondary School. A second apple tree was planted in the recently established well-being space in the courtyard.
Julie Morton, on behalf of the Parents of Mary Immaculate, presented John with a gift for this contribution to education in Mary Immaculate.
John, who was appointed principal in August 1993, thanked the parents and students for their good wishes, appreciative words and gifts. He congratulated Deputy Principal Mona Hynes on her appointment.