St Pat’s News
March 18 – College Update on COVID-19
Dear all members of the St Patrick’s College community, You are all probably aware that Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced this morning that schools will remain open at this stage. This decision by the Federal Government, in unison with all State and Territory Governments, follows the advice of Chief Medical Officers that to close schools…
March 17 – College Update on COVID-19
Dear all members of the St Patrick’s College community, Happy St Patrick’s Day. While we were saddened to have to cancel our traditional St Patrick’s Day Mass and Assembly today we were fortunate to be able to celebrate by delivering giant, green donuts to each student and staff member which helped to bring smiles to…
Old Boys enjoy recent Autumn Emerald Lunch
Around 45 Old Boys enjoyed the opportunity to catch up at “The Four Seasons Paddy’s Lunch” at The Emerald Hotel in South Melbourne at the start of March. The seasonal lunches are open to all Old Boys of the College and has grown steadily in popularity over the past nine years. The lunches are held on the…
Mission Report
by Director of Mission, Mr Geoff Brodie Lent is the season for personal conversion. Our Catholic tradition says that this may be aided by three practices that deepen our friendship with Jesus: Prayer, where we spend time abiding in the loving presence of God Fasting and abstinence, where we actively gain control over our earthly…
Ballarat Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial Trustees Book Tribute at KRC
by Ms Leonie Darken, Director of Library and Information Services Precursor to ANZAC Day Celebrations – Ballarat Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial St Patrick’s College has a rich tradition of recognising Old Boys who have fought in wars. No doubt many of our students and their families will take a few moments to remember our…
Middle School Report
Queenscliff Camp round up: Feedback has been very positive! Demonstrated teamwork and communication with others Support of each other in the various activities Boys have been pushed out of their comfort zone Overall behaviour was excellent – which is a great foundation for the upcoming Melbourne Experience. Of special note a phone call was received…
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 Newsletter 16 Mar 2020 Happy reading! Mr Anthony Meehan Careers and Transition Manager
March 16 – College update on COVID-19
Dear all members of the St Patrick’s College community, St Patrick’s College is continuing to work in a proactive manner to address growing concerns around the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). At this stage St Patrick’s College will remain open and operational with a clear focus on classroom teaching and learning until we are otherwise directed…
College provides update on Covid-19 (coronavirus)
Dear all members of the St Patrick’s College community, St Patrick’s College is working in a proactive manner to address growing concerns around the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus). Students The College has been advised by our governing authority to exercise zero tolerance to people on College grounds displaying cold/flu-like symptoms. We ask for parent co-operation…
Acting Principal’s Message
By Acting Principal, Mr Stephen Hill This week’s visit from Wayne Tinsey, EREA Executive Director, and Durm O’Riordan, EREA Regional Director – Southern. As I have previously communicated to you, Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) remains committed to being present and attentive to the needs of all members of the St Patrick’s College community as…