Posts by St Patrick's College
Old Boys in the News – December 2020
Our Old Boys have been busy, including: Congratulations to Don Grant (SPC1943-50, PY1951) who was presented with his Order of Australia (AO) for his distinguished service to surveying recently at an investiture ceremony in Sydney, which had been postponed earlier in the year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Don, who lives in Bathurst, was appointed…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Dr Peter Casey AM (former Headmaster)
The College recently reconnected with Dr Peter Casey AM, who was Headmaster of St Patrick’s College between 2002-2015. Peter was responsible for many great achievements during his era at SPC and to our delight, remains a regular guest at our many functions. What were your various roles and responsibilities during your time at SPC?…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Jim Waight (SPC 1985-90)
Old Collegian Jim Waight (SPC 1985-90) is fighting cancer on two wheels by entering a team in the 2021 Murray to Moyne Bike Ride to raise funds for cancer research. Jim was diagnosed with a form of blood cancer in 2019 and after enduring cancer treatment, he is now in remission. The “Jimmy’s Licorice Allsorts”…
Read MoreWhere are they now – Ethan O’Brien (SPC 1999-2004)
The College recently reconnected with former student Ethan O’Brien (SPC 1999-2004) who has tried everything from working in the mines in Western Australia to backpacking across Central America and being a scuba diving instructor in the Caribbean where he met his future wife. The couple have made their home in Oregon, in America and are…
Read MoreTeaching and Learning Report
By Director of Teaching and Learning, Mrs Julia Petrov Booklists Please note that Friday, December 11 is the last day for you to submit your booklist order online. Orders will be available for collection from Campion at 5 Yarrowee St, Sebastopol from Monday, January 11. Booklists and order details can be found on the College…
Read MoreActing Principal’s Message
By Acting Principal, Mr Stephen Hill As we enter the season of Advent, we are reminded of the importance of this time in the liturgical year – the coming of our Lord. It is a time for us to look back to Christ’s birth and to look forward in celebration of the hope and joy…
Read MoreMiddle School Report
by Mr Michael Busscher, Director of the Middle School Today we sent off the 2020 Year 9’s at the Middle School Awards Ceremony. Unfortunately, parents were not able to join us but we have recorded the Middle School Awards Ceremony and a link to this recording will be available on the College website at some…
Read MoreSenior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum Today we celebrated some of the efforts and achievements of our Year 10 and 11 students in Award Ceremonies. Congratulations particularly to Toby Clack – Year 10 Dux, Ben Mornane – Year 10 Proxime Accessit, Jack Sheehan Year 11 Dux and Hugh Ollerenshaw – Year 11…
Read MoreJunior School Report
By Mr Gavin Webb, Director of the Junior School Congratulations and well done to everyone on your efforts over the past eight weeks after returning from remote learning. I particularly want to acknowledge the boys and their families for all you have done during this time, especially as we are still operating under some COVID-19…
Read MoreCareers Update
Please read the Weekly Career News each week to ensure you keep up to date with upcoming career events and key dates. Please click on the following link to view the current Weekly Careers News. Careers Newsletter December 2020 Mr Anthony Meehan Careers and Transition Manager
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