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Where are they now – Steven Crowe (SPC 1994-99)
The College reconnects with Steven Crowe (SPC 1994-99) whose successful accounting career got kickstarted with the help of one of his SPC teachers. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? Since finishing at SPC, I studied at Ballarat University and worked as accountant with my father Bryan at Kearney and Crowe. When the…
Where are they now – Thomas Hoy (SPC 2008-13)
The College reconnects with Thomas Hoy (SPC 2008-13) who has returned to SPC this year teaching English, Humanities and International Studies. Thomas shares some of his favourite memories in the rowing team and which teachers inspired him at school. Age: 23 Favourite hobbies: Art, carpentry, video games and movies Favourite food:…
Where are they now – Brian Gleeson (SPC 1947-52)
The College reconnects with College Legend Brian Gleeson (SPC 1947-52) who is busy writing his memoirs and shares some of his favourite memories of his time at SPC, including his friendly sporting rivalry with contemporary and fellow Brownlow Medallist, the late John James (SPC 1948-52). -After seven years at Villa Maria, Ballarat East, my…
Acting Headmaster’s Message – March 16, 2018
We finished this week by gathering together as a school community to celebrate the feast day of our patron, the great St Patrick. Our celebrations commenced with all students and staff assembling in front of the College Chapel and Kennedy House for a 125th year commemorative photograph (with a number of students forming a very…
Celebrations Commence for 125th Anniversary
Celebrations for the College’s 125th Anniversary officially commenced today with a symbolic gathering of students in the front gardens where a 125 year commemorative photo was taken. The entire Ballarat community is encouraged to join St Patrick’s College tomorrow, Saturday March 17, to celebrate the historic school’s 125th– anniversary celebrations. Among the highlights on the…
Mission Report – March 15, 2018
So if anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation; everything old has passed away; see, everything has become new. (2 Cor 5:17) Our annual celebration of St Patrick’s Day experienced newness as Fr Justine Driscoll, Vicar General of Ballarat and Fr Anthony Nagothu our College Chaplain, led us in the Eucharist. Gathered around…
Teaching and Learning Report – March 16, 2018
For 125 years we have been working with boys to help them achieve academic success. This classroom has seen some spring through the door while others have entered a little less enthusiastically. Although a lot has changed in 125 years, many core aspects, like literacy and numeracy, are still essential elements of a boy’s education….
Social Justice – College Fundraising
College Fundraising Boys have been encouraged over the recent weeks to donate for two of our annual fundraisers: Project Compassion, and the Easter Egg Drive. St Patrick’s College has developed a strong relationship with Caritas Australia over time through the ongoing support of the school community. Each year, students generously contribute to Project Compassion- an…
Middle School Report – March 15, 2018
Queenscliff Camp round up: Feedback has been very positive! Demonstrated teamwork- and communication with others Support of each other in the various activities Boys have been pushed out of their comfort zone Overall behaviour was excellent -“ which is a great foundation for the upcoming Melbourne Experience. Of special note was a letter of praise…
Information Technology Update – March 15, 2018
Students Caring for the Devices Just recently, we have experienced several incidents of student device breakage. In all instances, the student device was not inside the protective Targus Tanc bag or neoprene cover when the incident occurred and subsequently the devices suffered significant damage, particularly to the screen. We remind the boys that whenever they…