Engagements, Marriages and Births – June 2020

Our Old Collegians have been celebrating some exciting news, including:   BIRTHS   Congratulations to Kane Tolliday (SPC 1997-2002) and Rochelle on the safe but early arrival of Remi Violent on June 14. Congratulations to Old Collegian Stephen Coghlan (SPC 1999-2004) and wife Casey (current staff) on the safe arrival of Hugh Benjamin on May…

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AFL star Jacob Hopper reflects on an interrupted AFL season

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, competitive sport has come to a standstill. We have had a lot of disappointed boys who are missing out on playing sport for both St Patrick’s College and their community clubs. Likewise, Old Collegians playing sport at a professional level have also had their seasons and competitions heavily impacted. So,…

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Get well messages for Mike Brady

One of the most loved and respected Old Collegians has endured a tough time of late. Michael Brady (SPC 1956-62) was one of the most respected teacher at St Patrick’s College for close on four decades leading up to his retirement in 2014. As a long-time Year 7 co-ordinator he provided expert guidance to literally…

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Historic rowing photo unearthed and returned to the College

St Patrick’s College was today delighted to receive a near-100-year-old photo depicting the christening of a racing boat on the shores of Lake Wendouree in 1922. The framed photo of remarkable quality was donated to the College by a Frankston lady Jose Francis who had found it in her late grandmother’s possession. It seems her…

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July 8- College update on COVID-19

Dear Parents, Carers and Guardians of St Patrick’s College, This week’s announcement from the Victorian Premier, Daniel Andrews, regarding the return of restrictions for the residents of greater Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire highlights that COVID-19 remains a significant health concern for all of us and that as community we have a shared and ongoing…

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New footy tradition to fill COVID void

In the absence of Ballarat Associated School Sport in Term 3 due to the COVID-19 crisis, St Patrick’s College is seeking to arrange a vast array of intra-school competitions for the coming weeks. The first of these will be held on Wednesday, July 22 on the Main Oval from 3.45pm onwards when a special football…

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July 21 – College update on COVID-19 and masks

Dear Parents, Carers and Guardians of St Patrick’s College, In line with Victorian State Government restrictions, and following advice from the Catholic Education Office (Ballarat), we write to confirm that students who commute to St Patrick’s College from Melbourne municipalities and the Mitchell Shire will be required to wear a face mask or facial covering…

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New multi-purpose centre for St Patrick’s College

St Patrick’s College is taking the first steps towards the construction of a new multi-purpose centre on the Wanliss St side of the College. The need for such a centre has been identified following a thorough Master Planning process which was launched in late 2018. The facility is intended to include an assembly hall, a…

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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 Careers News 22 July 2020 Happy reading! Mr Anthony Meehan Careers and Transition Manager

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2020 Pastoral Care Program

2020 Pastoral Care Program: Information for Parents Year 7 Mentoring Program This week saw the commencement of a mentoring program for our Year 7 students. This program sees a group of student leaders who are passionate about student wellbeing meet with our Year 7 boys in small break out groups – having discussions about school…

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