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College Chaplain Reflection – May 12, 2016
When explaining the Mass to the students, one element they are often intrigued by are the shifting seasons of liturgical colours. Getting ready for Mass one day, I overheard one student say to another as I pulled out my red chasuble, -I know the red symbolises the blood of Jesus and all that, but that…
College Chaplain Reflection – May 12, 2016
When explaining the Mass to the students, one element they are often intrigued by are the shifting seasons of liturgical colours. Getting ready for Mass one day, I overheard one student say to another as I pulled out my red chasuble, -I know the red symbolises the blood of Jesus and all that, but that…
Mission Report – May 12, 2016
It has been a rich liturgical time at St Patrick’s College. Just as the seasons regulate many of our habits and choices so too the liturgical rhythms of our Catholic faith lead us gently through the many dimensions of a flourishing human community. On May 5th we celebrated Edmund Rice Day with a whole College…
Teaching and Learning Report – May 12, 2016
End Semester One Exams With less than three weeks until the end of semester exams begin, on Wednesday June 1 for Years 10 and 11 students, all boys should now be actively preparing for these important assessment tasks. Teachers are currently preparing information specific to each exam -“ the format, length, specific areas to be…
Wellbeing Report – May 12, 2016
Edmund Rice Day This was a great day of reflecting in pray and action about the solidarity of our school community. The students, as always, make the difference to the staff level of joy and pride in their role as educators and carers of your sons. As I sat in front of the choir at…
Boarding Report – May 12, 2016
I am often asked to explain the merits of a boarding education. I have discussed this topic in this forum before -“ but have been reminded of this question by an article in the Australian Financial Review. Richard Stokes, Chief Executive of the Australian Boarding Schools’ Association, is quoted -The basics are sleep, food and…
Middle School Report – May 12, 2016
The past week has seen the Middle School students involved in a variety of different activities and events ranging from the Edmund Rice Day celebrations to the NAPLAN Testing, ensuring a very busy fortnight for both students and staff. Edmund Rice Day Last Thursday, May 5 witnessed the annual celebration of Blessed Edmund Rice, which…
Senior School Report – May 12, 2016
Year 10 Parents One Night of Homelessness– It is with great excitement that I announce that the College will again be offering all year 10 students the opportunity to experience One Night of Homelessness.- This challenging and at times confronting experience is to be conducted on Thursday May 27, 2016 and will introduce the students…
Information Technology Update – May 12, 2016
App4 Online Diary I have recently had a couple of parents enquiring about how they can access their son’s App4 eDiary to check homework or assignments that may have been set by teachers. App4 is now used by all students from Years 7 -“ 12. Parents can access App4 three different ways: through the App4…
KRC Update – May 12, 2016
Issues in the Media – Using Language to Persuade The KRC has a range of resources that support students in their studies of issues in the media. These resources help students understand the context and background of an issue. There are also summaries of the arguments for and against and the implications of proposed solutions…