St Pat’s News
Careers Update – April 28, 2018
Careers Night is coming – Wednesday- 30- MayThe Foundation for Young Australians (FYA) released the New Work Order report which- focuses on the changing nature of Australia’s workforce. The report demonstrates how mindsets need to shift to reflect a more dynamic workforce, highlighting seven new -‘job clusters’ that will be in demand in the coming…
Information Technology Update – April 26, 2018
Cyber Safety – Office of the eSafety Commissioner Website One of the best Cyber Safety sites I have come across is the website belonging to the eSafety Commissioner. The Office of the eSafety Commissioner website has a vast array of useful, up to date resources for teachers, parents and students with regards to keeping safe…
Boarding Bulletin Board – April 26, 2018
Boarding Bulletin Board (T2) News around the Boarding Precinct Stage Three of the Boarding Precinct is on track and the new dining room, kitchen and multi-purpose space is taking shape. At the start of this term, we have welcomed two new faces to the SPC Boarding Community -“ Alex Byeham (10) and Kayne Councillor (11)….
Teaching and Learning Report – April 26, 2018
2018 NAPLAN for Year 7 and Year 9 students The 2018 National Assessment Program -“ Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) for Years 7 and 9 students will be held on Tuesday May 15, Wednesday May 16 and Thursday May 17. Friday May 18 will be used as a -‘catch-up’ day for boys who were absent for…
War History Tour Reflection by Sam Williams
The below is an excerpt from the address that College Captain, Sam Williams, gave at the Anzac Assembly on Tuesday 24 April which provides a fantastic summary of the recent War History Tour.- To- view the History Tour video showcasing the trip, please click on the following link:- https://youtu.be/nRpQQSDUupk Good morning Mr Crowley, staff and…
Performing Arts Report – April 26, 2018
Anzac Day The Marching Band consists of students from years 7 to 12. This is a wonderful opportunity for boys of each year level to work together to perform at a high standard. The group was formed at music camp and then has four rehearsals to prepare for the day. It is especially pleasing to…
Mission Report – April 26, 2018
He is Risen. He is Risen indeed! Welcome to Term Two and may the joy of Jesus’ Resurrection overflow in the hearts of all in the community of St Patrick’s College. The Church reminds us through the liturgical season that love is God’s victory when the Easter Season lasts fifty days, in contrast to the…
VCAL Update – March 28, 2018
Applied Learning Program It’s been a very busy start to the year in Applied Learning. We have had involvement in a number of major projects already, including construction of the CARAVAN project, in collaboration with Loreto College, making of items for sale for the PADDYMART for St Patrick’s Day, raising funds and teaching boys project…
Senior School Report – March 29, 2018
Congratulation to our First Crew of Rowers once again, finishing off a wonderful season with a win at the Nationals.- A tremendous feat, with success being the result of many hours of toil in the background by themselves and others supporting them.- Our First XI Cricketers also capped off an excellent season, winning the BAS…
Careers Update – March 28, 2018
Careers & Transition Work Experience– Year 10 work experience week- is June 25 – 29. Please use these holidays to search for a suitable location. Contact me over the holidays for further information or questions Morrisby Online Year 10 students have completed testing this week. Reports are currently- available online. Printed hard- copies of these…