Posts by St Patrick's College
Where are they now – Michael Ranger (SPC 1995-2000)
The College recently reconnected with sports physiotherapist Michael Ranger (SPC 1995-2000) who fondly remembers chicken burgers, Portello and a cream bun at the tuckshop and teacher Mr Peter Ryan’s sage advice of ‘measure twice, cut once’. Michael has many fond memories of his time at SPC and how it has prepared him for life. Where…
Read MoreAerial images of 2021 Walking Off the War Within
One of the major highlights of the 2021 Walking Off The War Within event on Saturday, April 24 was the presence of the incredible Fire Rescue Victoria drones which have captured the following remarkable images of the day. Click on a photo to open enlarged gallery.
Read MoreAnzac Day Assembly 2021
On Friday, April 23, 2021, our full school gathered in a special assembly to commemorate ANZAC Day. As part of that assembly our Year 12 Co-ordinator and Old Collegian Shane Murphy (SPC 1993-98) expertly relayed the harrowing tale of another Old Collegian, Military Cross recipient Joe Fogarty (SPC 1900-01). If you do nothing else to…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Des Lynch (SPC 1956-60)
The College recently reconnected with former boarder Des Lynch (SPC 1956-60) who has recently retired after an enormous 50-year dedication to his career in the communications industry. Des has very fond memories of his days as a cox in SPC’s rowing crews and he recalls a special moment during the Passing Out Parade one year…
Read MoreDaryl Peter Smeaton (SPC 1962-67)
We are sad to hear of the passing of Old Collegian Daryl Peter Smeaton (SPC 1962-67) who sadly passed away peacefully on April 13 2021, in Canberra with his wife Laurine of almost 50 years and two children by his side. Daryl was an adored poppy of four and will be remembered for the support…
Read MoreAnthony (Tony) Ronald McDonald (SPC 1955, PY1958)
The College is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Old Collegian Anthony (Tony) Ronald McDonald (SPC 1955, PY1958) on April 5, 2021 just shy of his 80th birthday. Tony was a boarder from Waubra. We extend our sympathies to Tony’s wife Margaret and their four sons who attended SPC, including Alex (SPC 2011-16),…
Read More2021 Walking Off the War Within
This weekend, St Patrick’s College is once again playing host to one of Ballarat’s biggest and fastest growing community events – Walking Off the War Within. The event was inaugurated four years ago in honour of Old Collegian Nathan Shanahan (SPC 1988-93, pictured), a returned soldier and firefighter who sadly lost his battle with Post…
Read MoreJunior School Report
By Mr Gavin Webb, Director of the Junior School Congratulations to students, parents and staff, on your efforts in ensuring Term 1 has been a success. Friday, January 29, seems like a long time ago when the Year 7’s entered the gates for the first time, with Year 8’s commencing on Monday, February 1. Many…
Read MoreTeaching and Learning Report
By Director of Teaching and Learning, Mrs Julia Petrov In Term 1 teachers set classroom expectations, get to know classes and build an understanding of our learners’ needs. We also participate in a range of valuable activities and events which offer important educational experiences for our students beyond the classroom. With a lot happening in…
Read MoreTerm 1 Reflection and Term 2 Reminders
by Deputy Principal, Mrs Elizabeth Ryan and Director of Students, Mr Mike Silcock We would like to congratulate all students and their families for the tremendous start to the school year. We welcomed up to 300 new students to the College which brought our total number to 1350. It is a credit to the boys,…
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