Posts by St Patrick's College
Edward (Ted) John Rankins OAM (SPC 1948-50, PY1952)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Edward (Ted) John Rankins OAM (SPC 1948-50, PY1952) who passed away on 10 March 2022 in Bendigo, aged 87 years. A Mass of Thanksgiving was held at St Therese’s Catholic Church in Kennington, Bendigo, on 18 March. Born in Boort in 1935, Ted received a scholarship…
Read MoreLawrence (Laurie) Albert Webber (SPC 1952, PY1958)
Lawrence (Laurie) Albert Webber (SPC 1952, PY1958) passed away peacefully on March 23, 2022, aged 80 years, at Estia Health, in Benalla. Laurie was the loved and loving husband of Dorothy, and adored father and father-in-law of Ryll and Glenn, Lincoln and Ruth and a loved uncle and “gruncle” of his nieces and nephews, who…
Read MoreAdrian McConnell (SPC 1954-57, PY1958)
We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Old Collegian Adrian McConnell (SPC 1954-57, PY1958) who passed away peacefully on April 1, 2022. Adrian’s funeral was held on 8 April at St John Bosco’s Parish, in Niddrie. Tributes and messages to the family can be left by clicking on this link here Adrian was…
Read MoreKRC Update
by Director of Library and Information Services, Ms Leonie Darken As we near the Easter festive season, I thought it timely to share a link with families. This may be more relevant to families with younger children; however, it does say it is for all ages. The Brightly: Raise Kids Who Love to Read site…
Read MoreFrom the Assistant Principal – Staff and Culture
by Mr Tom Ferguson, Assistant Principal – Staff and Culture Thanks to all the parents, carers, students and teachers who participated in the recent rounds of interviews, it is great to see the school alive with community members back in the school corridors without masks! As you would now know, we have had to have…
Read MorePrincipal’s Message
by Principal, Mr Steven O’Connor Artist in Residence It was Vincent Van Gogh who once said, “I dream my painting, and then I paint my dream”. We are very fortunate at St Patrick’s College to have a vibrant, enriching and fulfilling Art faculty. Over the last weeks we have been blessed by the presence of…
Read MoreSenior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum Over the last two weeks we have held our parent/teacher/student interviews. When teachers, students and families are working in unison the best outcomes are achieved. I encourage our students to use the feedback positively from these interviews and to take up the challenge to increase or…
Read MoreDirector of Sports Report
Director of Sport, Ms Tina Benoit, provides an update on sporting activities at the College. Please click on the link below to view the Sports Report. Sports Report Term 1 Week 9
Read MoreBoarding Bulletin Board
by Director of Boarding, Mr Brendon Gilbert It has been a fortnight full of activities, learning experiences and achievements for our boarders. Our young people are encouraged to take up the College’s plethora of opportunities to enrich their boarding and school experience. The breadth of these experiences plays a crucial role in developing their character…
Read MoreMission Report
This week our Faith in Action Domain Leader, Mr Michael Weadon, shares a few thoughts about the opportunities open to our students. Thank you to our dedicated band of good young men who have volunteered to assist the community in several ways through our two Faith in Action groups. These are known as Faith in…
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