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Old Boys in the News – October 2022
Our Old Boys have been busy, including: As the latest addition to Richmond’s playing group, Old Collegian Jacob Hopper (SPC 2014-15) has shared some secrets to help his new Tigers’ fans get to know him a little better, including the stint where he was known by the nickname “The Raging Bull” among many other things,…
2023 College Captain Sam Clark gives his first speech
2023 College Captain Sam Clark gave his first speech at the recent College Transfer of Leadership Assembly. A copy of this speech is shared below. “Good morning, staff, students, and invited guests. What an honour it is, to be able to stand before you, as College Captain for 2023. Just standing here,…
Middle School Report
by Mr Michael Busscher, Director of the Middle School Just a reminder to all Year 9 families that this term will be a very busy one, as the boys continue their journey towards completing the Middle School. During Week 5 of Term 4 (2/11 – 4/11) the Year 9 students will attend their final expedition…
Report from Assistant Principal – Learning Innovation
by Ms Carol Roberts Assistant Principal – Learning Innovation The Writer’s Toolbox St Patrick’s College are very excited to announce our whole school engagement in ‘The Writer’s Toolbox’ programme, commencing this term. ‘The Writer’s Toolbox’ is a research-informed approach to writing instruction, developed by Dr Ian Hunter. Dr Hunter, himself, has a most compelling story…
Performing Arts Report
by Ms Monique Allen, Head of Co-Curricular Performance VCE Theatre Studies Monologue Exam Congratulations to the VCE Theatre Studies students (pictured below) who completed their monologue exam this week. In the exam, these acting/directing students performed a 5-minute monologue that was presented in front of a panel of three VCAA assessors. They then read their…
Boarding Bulletin Board
by Director of Boarding, Mr Brendon Gilbert Dear boarding families, I am delighted to write to you following a lovely House Presentation. After two COVID interrupted years that broke down many communities, it was terrific to be able to gather and celebrate our year. The night provided an opportunity to reflect on our young people’s…
Principal’s Message
by Principal, Mr Steven O’Connor Positions of Leadership – 2023 – 2025 I am pleased to be able to announce the Positions of Leadership for St Patrick’s College for 2023-2025. The POL Review is always an exciting time for a school, and I am looking forward to working with all those who have been appointed…
Director of Sports Report
Director of Sport, Ms Tina Benoit, provides an update on sporting activities at the College. Please click on the link below to view the Sports Report. Sports Report Term 4 Week 3 Please click on the below links to view the wrap up of the Rugby, Soccer and Basketball Presentation Nights. Rugby Presentation Night 2022…
Mission Report
by Assistant Principal – Mission and Identity, Mr Geoff Brodie Christ, be our light Shine in our hearts Shine through the darkness Christ, be our light Shine in Your church gathered today. With these words sung from the heart by our Year 12 students of 2022 our Thanksgiving Mass- offered at St Patrick’s Cathedral –…
Senior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum On Wednesday our Year 12s enjoyed a positive and smooth end to their formal classes. It was a long day, starting with breakfast together at 7:30am, some normal classes, a formal assembly where the College had the opportunity to farewell our boys, and a Year 12…
