News
General News
Careers Update – November 29, 2018
The New Work Reality The transition for young people between full-time education and full-time work is increasingly uncertain FYA’s latest report,- The New Work Reality,– follows the journeys of 14,000 young people over a decade to show that half of Australia’s 25 year-olds are unable to secure full-time employment, despite 60% holding post-school qualifications.- The…
Boarding Bulletin Board – November 29, 2018
– -‘Boarding Bulletin Board (T4)’ – Reflections from Staff around the Boarding Precinct – – – – – – – – – – – – -I have the privilege to write in the College’s annual publication a reflection on the year that was in Boarding. In our final contribution to the College’s fortnightly -‘Crest’ I…
Headmaster’s Message – November 29, 2018
Dear Parents, Carers, Friends, Staff and Students of St Patrick’s College. The end of another year is nearly upon us! Given that we enter our formal exam period next week, it is a crucial time to remind all students of the importance of maintaining high levels of organisation over this time. Students who have concerns…
KRC Update – November 29, 2018
KRC holiday opening hours The KRC will close for the holidays on December 12. We wish you all a wonderful holiday. The KRC will reopen for study and borrowing during the holidays on January 21, 2019. Holiday reading eBooks & eResources eBooks are available for all students through our eBook platform here We have a…
Middle School Report – November 29, 2018
The St Patrick’s College Middle School continues to be a significant and positive experience in the lives of each of our boys. We openly acknowledge that Year 9 is a time of significant change in the lives of adolescent boys and thus a vital time when our boys journey into manhood. The Middle School Staff…
Pastoral Care Report – November 29, 2018
2019 Pastoral Care Program: Information for- Parents 2019 will see the continuation of our whole school pastoral care program, implemented during -‘Pastoral Care’ extended class time.- The pastoral care program provides a sequenced curriculum from year 7 to 12, focused on developing the whole person, with the broad objective of developing and enhancing student work…
2018 Valedictory Dinner – OCA speech
One of the major highlights of the 2018 Valedictory Dinner was the stirring speech delivered- by current teacher and Old Collegian Shane Murphy (SPC 1993-98) who welcomed our graduates into the ranks of Old Collegians. A transcript of that speech follows: -It is my honour to formally welcome to you to the ranks of the…
College Captain speech to 125th anniversary dinner
2018 College Captain Sam Williams delivered the following speech in the Olympic Room at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as the College celebrated its 125th birthday with a gala dinner for 400 people. Good evening ladies and gentlemen. My name is Sam Williams, and it has been my honour to be the college Captain for 2018….
Middle School Report – November 15, 2018
Last week, following our long weekend, we headed out with all of the Year 9’s to complete our final camp Experience at The Grampians. Our final camp experience saw the largest undertaking engaged by the College as we successfully transported, housed, fed and offered a myriad of outdoor experiences for the entire Year 9 Cohort…
Careers Update – November 15, 2018
What young people want you to know about flexible work By Nina Roxburgh (Foundation For Young Australians) Research shows that young people are struggling to make up the 35+ hours a week equal to a full-time workload by the age of 25. Those who do secure full-time hours are often managing multiple jobs including casual,…