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Deputy Principal Report
by Deputy Principal, Mrs Elizabeth Ryan As we come to the end of this year, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your flexibility and support throughout the year. Remote learning forced all in our community; students, teachers, parents and guardians to rise to the challenge of upskilling and enhancing…
Mission Report
by Director of Mission, Mr Geoff Brodie So we come to the end of the 2020 school year as we start another year in the Church’s liturgical calendar. Last Sunday was the first Sunday in Advent, the Church’s New Year’s Day, and in Advent we prepare our hearts to recognise, in the coming of Jesus,…
Where are they now – John Cosgriff (former staff)
The College reconnected with much-loved former staff member John Cosgriff who was a teacher at SPC for 32 years and excelled in sharing his love and knowledge of mathematics and football with students. John reflects on the joy he gained by nurturing students to help others as they worked together to help the homeless and…
Where are they now – Michael Glenane (SPC 1967-72)
The College recently reconnected with Michael Glenane (SPC 1967-72) who has dedicated 47 years of his life to the police force and has worked in some of the world’s most dangerous hotspots, including Timor-Leste, Afghanistan, Iraq, Cyprus and PNG, to help control law and order. Michael shares his story as well as the memories he…
Where are they now – Nathan Barnes (SPC 2002-07)
The College recently reconnected with Nathan Barnes (SPC 2002-07) who credits SPC for some of his most memorable moments and treasures the time he spent at St Patrick’s College. After forging a career as an electrician, continuing his love of footy beyond school and now as a family man, Nathan hopes his baby son Patrick…
Where are they now – Paul Miller (SPC 1976-81)
The College reconnected recently with former day student Paul Miller (SPC 1976-81) who provides advice, support and mentoring to aspiring business owners as an entrepreneurship facilitator for the Ballarat region. He believes more people will start their own businesses due to the impact of COVID-19. Paul looks back on his time at SPC and believes…
Where are they now – Marcus Ritchie (SPC 1988-89)
The College recently reconnected with former boarder Marcus Ritchie (SPC 1988-89) who worked in woolsheds and picked fruit to achieve his dream of becoming a pilot. Since then, Marcus has flown tourists over some of Australia’s most picturesque country, conducted long range reconnaissance sea patrols, and has worked for the world’s major airlines and flown…
Jobs boom for SPC Students with increase in Vocational Pathways
by Mr Damian Kinnersly, Director of Pathways and Applied Learning Celebrating 2020 in Vocational Pathways As we near the end of 2020, it is timely to look back at the wonderful achievements that the students have achieved during a time of uncertainty. During the year, a number of students have been significantly impacted by the…
Senior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum Many Year 12s have now finished their exams however a significant number of them still have exams on Monday November 30. It has been a long haul and we are proud of all the boys who have given their best right until the end. I believe…
VCAL Fundraising 2020
by VCAL Coordinator, Ms Lynda Wright-Coles VCAL Fundraising 2020 The College’s Applied Learning students have been focusing on running fundraising events this term. The Applied Learning Foundation class came up with project ideas on their return to onsite classes. They had several focus areas including: Resilience and self esteem Health and well-being Social responsibility They…
