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Thanking our Boarding Precinct Appeal supporters
The College would like to thank the generous supporters of our Boarding Precinct Appeal to date. So far, we are well over a third of the way towards raising $1 million in a fundraising appeal, raising just over $400,000, towards the overall $7m build cost. While the build is moving rapidly and we look forward…
Engagements, Marriages and Births
ENGAGEMENTS, MARRIAGES AND BIRTHS ENGAGEMENTS Mark Molloy (SPC 2008-2003) has announced his engagement to Jane Webb. Rhys Allan (SPC 2003-08) proposed to Meghan Kennedy in the most romantic city in the world – Paris, France -“ and she said yes! – MARRIAGES Congratulations to Kieran Torpy (SPC 1999-2004) and Hayley Charles, who were married at…
Where are they now – Joe Hurst (SPC 1980-84, PY85)
The College- reconnects with former boarder Joe Hurst (SPC 1980-84, PY1985) who has enjoyed an amazing career and has started his own company in Indonesia, combining his love of mining and motorsports. Where has life taken you since leaving SPC? At the end of Term 1, 1984, my family moved to Perth, WA….
Where are they now – Gerard Bourke (former staff)
The College reconnects with former staff member Gerard Bourke, who taught at SPC between 1992-2002. He was Deputy Principal for the first eight years, Director of Boarding for two years and Curriculum Co-ordinator for the last year. Please tell us about your life and time working at St Patrick’s College? I started my…
Old Boys in the News – November 2017
Our Old Boys have been in the news, including: Luke Taylor (SPC 1995-2000), pictured above, who has had an emotional reunion with the paramedics who saved his life after a terrible cycling accident on the outskirts of Ballarat earlier this year. Luke talks about the accident, his multiple injuries and his slow recovery in this…
Headmaster’s Message – October 27, 2017
Dear Parents, Carers, Friends, Staff and Students of St Patrick’s College, This week marked a significant milestone in the lives of the 197 young men who finished their formal classes and began preparation for the final VCE examinations. It is a time of great celebration of all that they have achieved throughout their six years…
Information Technology Update – October 26, 2017
Cyber Safety Pastoral Care Program Cyber Safety will continue to covered in the Pastoral Care program being delivered to all students in Years 7 & 8 this term. Keeping our students safe while using electronic devices and teaching them to be good digital citizens has now become a critical part of the education of our…
Junior School Report – October 26, 2017
The year is quickly slipping by and Term 4 is an extremely busy time at St Patrick’s College. At this time of the year it is of extreme importance that boys are very mindful of being organised. Being organised can alleviate many of the anxieties and issues that arise at this time of the year….
Wellbeing Report – October 26, 2017
Hay Fever Season With the warmer weather we are experiencing a significant number of boys presenting in sick bay with hay fever. The College does not prescribe or distribute hay fever medication or antihistamines upon request. However, should your son be on regular hay fever medication we are happy to assist in the supervised administration…
Director of Sport Report – October 26, 2017
Please click on- this link– for a Sports Report from the Director of Sport, Mr Gavin Webb. –