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College Shop Report
A reminder to all that the College Shop closes at 11.30am on Tuesday, 6 December 2022 for the year and we reopen on 16 January, 2023. The College Shop has its own email address: collegeshop@stpats.vic.edu.au, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any enquiries. New uniform item: SPC training top, $50 each, can…
Where are they now – Terry Gastin (SPC 1966-70)
We recently reconnected with Old Collegian and former boarder Terry Gastin (SPC 1966-70), who has kindly permitted the College to share his story, which was published in a reunion book produced by the Class of 1970 in readiness for their 50-Year Reunion, which was rescheduled repeatedly over the past two years due to COVID, however…
New perpetual College Award to be awarded in 2023
We are delighted to announce the introduction of a new College award in 2023 to be known as the Greigory Francis Noonan Pillar of the College Perpetual Award. The award, which will recognise the sustained contribution of a student to the culture of SPC, has been established following the generous donation of a perpetual trophy…
Class of 1970 enjoy 50-Year Reunion get-together
We welcomed back our Class of 1970 on Sunday, 23 October 2022 for their long-awaited 50-Year Reunion after several postponements due to the COVID pandemic over the last two years. A Mass was held in the College Chapel and the group enjoyed a tour of the College’s expansive grounds and buildings before settling into the…
Ray Clarke (SPC 1971-76)
We send our deepest condolences to the family of Old Collegian Ray Clarke (SPC 1971-76) who sadly passed away on 11 November 2022. Ray is the much-loved younger brother of Bernard (SPC 1965-70) (dec) and Graeme (SPC 1966-71). Ray is survived by his wife Margaret, sons Sean and Liam and step son Julian. A memorial…
Class of 1971 reunites for 50-Year Reunion
We also welcomed back our Old Collegians from the Class of 1971 for their 50-Year Reunion in late October. It was a busy weekend of 50-Year Reunions with the hosting of our Class of 1971 Reunion on the Saturday evening, 22 October, followed by the Class of 1970 Reunion on the Sunday afternoon. Both reunions…
Principal’s Message
by Principal, Mr Steven O’Connor End of Year Exams and Head Start This week students from Years 7-11 have been involved in completing their end of year exams and/or starting the Head Start program as they prepare for the 2023 school year. The end of year exams provide important opportunities for students to complete their…
Mission Report
by Assistant Principal – Mission and Identity, Mr Geoff Brodie The VCE exams are completed for 2022 and we move into a new initiative at St Patrick’s College: the HeadStart program for every Year Level. Without a doubt, every new initiative will have its challenges in the implementation, but challenges are an essential dimension of…
Senior School Report
by Director of the Senior School, Mr Hamish McCrum Last night we farewelled our Class of 2022 at our Valedictory Cocktail Evening. The atmosphere was very positive as families took the time to catch up with each other after what has often been a six, or even 13 year, shared educational journey. A night like…
Performing Arts Report
by Ms Monique Allen, Head of Co-Curricular Performance P.A.C.C. Wrap Up On Wednesday this week we shared a pizza lunch in celebration of a wonderful year in the performing arts. We said goodbye to some valued staff and students who are leaving us next year, reflected on the success of 2022 and welcomed our incoming…