News
Esteemed Old Collegian Fr Joseph Kearney passes away
St Patrick’s College has been notified of the sad passing of possibly our oldest Old Boy, Fr Joe Kearney (SPC 1935-39) on May 15 in Perth, three months shy of reaching 99 years. Joseph Kearney grew up in a devoted Catholic family in the Melbourne suburb of Moonee Ponds, and at the age of seven,…
College Shop hours as school returns
As we prepare for students to return to school in the coming weeks we are aware that some families will need to access the College Shop to purchase winter uniform items. As such, purchases from the College Shop can be arranged by making an appointment with Michelle Roberts on 5322 4313 or by emailing her…
2020 St Pat’s Has Talent Quest
As with so many other things in 2020, this year’s St Pat’s Has Talent competition has been very different from previous quests, but that does not mean the talent is in any way diminished. In fact, we have been thrilled by the time and commitment so many of our entrants have invested and the bravery…
Acting Principal’s Message
By Acting Principal, Mr Stephen Hill We’re back! (well almost) Almost nine weeks ago the State Government announced that all Victorian schools would be implementing the Remote Schooling program. COVID-19 has required all members of the St Patrick’s College community to adjust and respond to what is truly a unique situation. Shifting to a remote…
Cancellation of Term 2 BAS Sport Competitions
Now that the State Government has clarified the plan for returning to school, it has also mandated ‘all inter-school sport events and competitions have been postponed until further notice’. Consequently, all Term 2 BAS Sport competitions have now been cancelled. We will try to offer opportunities later in the year if possible. This may be…
Health and Safety at St Patrick’s College
As we return to face to face learning there are a few key health and safety messages which students, parents and staff will be required to follow whilst at the College: Hand Hygiene Hand sanitiser is located throughout the College. Soap, of course, is available in every bathroom. Each classroom has either hand sanitiser or…
Boarding Bulletin Board
by Mr Mike Silcock, Director of Boarding Boarding Bulletin Board (T2 22/05/20) You have heard so much from me of late and quite simply I would now say this – to our initial returning Boarders “welcome back”. To our Boarders following in a couple of weeks “keep going, your return is now insight”. A home…
Director of Sports Report
Director of Sport, Ms Tina Benoit, provides an update on sporting activities at the College and provides an insight into how our students and Old Collegians are staying motivated whilst their sport has been impacted during the pandemic. Please click on the link below to view the Sports Report. Sport Report Term 2, Week 6…
Careers 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. Weekly Career News 19 May 2020 Happy reading! Mr Anthony Meehan Careers and Transition Manager
Junior School Report
I wish to start by acknowledging the collective effort, by students, parents and staff, that has occurred and will continue as we transition back to on-site learning and teaching. The co-operation, patience and grit displayed has reinforced to me that we are all more capable than we think, and you can always develop new skills…