St Pat’s News

1st XI Soccer report – May 27, 2015

ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE – 8 defeated BALLARAT HIGH SCHOOL 0– GOALS Brayden Baker 3, Jake Selby, Jack Reinhardt, Ben Hutchins, Jack Gaffney, Josh De Voogel – BEST Brayden Baker, Jake Selby, Dennis Heinke, Ben Hutchins, Marco Farrell– Jack Gaffney gave off a sideways ball to Jack Reinhardt and drew a good save on the near…

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Performing Arts Report – May 28, 2015

Combined College Production This year’s musical, “Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” will be performed in The Mary’s Mount Centre at Loreto College. The performances are being held on Wednesday 17 June, Thursday 18 June, Friday 19 June and Saturday 20 June, all at 7.30pm. Tickets are on sale now at www.loreto.vic.edu.au/events. To avoid disappointment…

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Year 7 Swimming Program – Term Three

During Term Three, Year 7 students will be participating in a swimming program at the Ballarat Aquatic Centre (BAC) as part of their scheduled weekly Physical Education classes. For more information please click on this link

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Boarding Report – May 28, 2015

Director of Boarding Balance!! American author Vanessa Minnillo once wrote -I think there should be a good balance between being a good student and being able to enjoy your high school life-. A fortnight ago I reflected on society’s urge to determine one’s future often at the expense of enjoyment in the present. This evening…

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Teaching and Learning Report – May 28, 2015

May 19 College Assembly Last week’s College Assembly provided us with the opportunity to acknowledge the efforts and excellence of two groups of Junior School boys. We began by acknowledging the outstanding work of number of Year 8 students, who received a Headmaster’s Excellence Award for their work on the Year 8 Music Instrument Building…

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Mission Report, May 28, 2015

– Listening to the radio by chance I was fortunate to hear an expert in a particular South American language speak about the constructive relationship language and culture have on our view of the world. She made several observations that captured my imagination and raised questions. Firstly, where we would say -hi, how are you?-…

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Middle School Report – May 28, 2015

Anzac Centenary – Victoria’s Journey of Remembrance Last Wednesday, the Year 9 boys participated in a Victorian Government centenary initiative.- This community focussed roadshow, Victoria’s Journey of Remembrance, was a program of events to encourage our boys to learn more about – World War One history, to research their own personal connections, and to work…

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Careers Update – May 28, 2015

SPC CareerBlog is an online website for all careerãnews, events and information made available to SPC students, parents and community members:ãhttp://spccareersblog.edublogs.org/-‹ ã Recent Posts Weekly Career News School Based Trainee -“ Office Equipment Service / Repairs School Based Apprenticeship -“ CabinetMaker Deakin Parent and Student Tertiary Information Night

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1st XVIII report (May 27, 2015) SPC d BCC

Lusby, Weelahan Shine in Gutsy Win Score: St Patrick’s College 3.12 (30) d Ballarat Clarendon College 2.6 (18) Goal Kickers: Daniel Rioli, Jacob Weelahan, Ezekiel Frank 1 Best Players: Ben Lusby, Jacob Weelahan, Jake McQueen, Hasker Dawborn, Tom Williamson St Patrick’s College has emerged triumphant for the second time this year against Ballarat – Clarendon…

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Information Technology Update – May 28, 2015

Cybersmart Outreach Program As part of its Cybersmart Outreach program, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA), delivers free internet safety awareness presentations for parents, teachers and students. These presentations provide valuable information about the risks confronting children online, and offer tools and tips to help make their internet experiences safe and positive. St Patrick’s…

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