From the Deputy Principal
By Mr Frank Torrisi
2026 Celebration of Excellence Awards Night
St Patrick’s College annual Celebration of Excellence Awards Night brought together students, families, staff, and special guests to recognise the outstanding achievements of our young men from Years 5 to 12.
The evening served as a powerful reminder that excellence extends beyond academic results. While many students were recognised for exceptional performance across their subjects, the celebration also acknowledged those who consistently demonstrated the College's values through leadership, service, perseverance, and commitment to their community.
Awards were presented to high-achieving students across all year levels, including those who attained the highest results in their respective subjects and those who displayed exemplary dedication to learning throughout the year. One of the many highlights of the evening was the presentation of 36 Year 12 students who attained 100 per cent in their internal exams, the prestigious Dux and Proxime Accessit awards, recognising students who achieved the highest overall academic results within their year levels and the major College Awards returning to the evening.
Congratulations to all award recipients and to every student whose efforts have contributed to a successful year of learning and growth.
Special College Awards Recipients
Staff Excellence in Teaching - Mr Kevin Camrass and Mrs Marissa Price
Staff Excellence in the Workplace - Mrs Bre McCormick and Mrs Kate Grainger
QATSIF Deadly Educators Award - Mrs Tara Dunn
Junior Musician of the Year - Kieran Latham
St Patrick’s College Musician of the Year - Hue Tan
The Herbert Family Award for Junior Cultural Excellence - Reuben Ryan
The Patrick Wright Award for Senior Cultural Excellence - Alexander Townsley
Junior Sportsman of the Year - Bailey Brandon
St Patrick’s College Sportsman of the Year - Peeter Sheppard
Aunty Ruth Hegarty Leadership Award - Alex McKinnon
The St Patrick’s College Community Service Award - Aiden Mason
The Certa Bonum Certamen Award - Mr Aaron Sheppard
Quota Achiever of the Year Award - Ethan Esaias
Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership Award (Year 10) - Harry Williams
Australian Defence Force Long Tan Leadership Award (Year 12) - Angus Turton
Vice-Captains of the College - Simon Priddey Delfino and Himal Shakya
The Jackman Family Award for Captain of the College - Jack Avila
The Ampol Award for Year 12 Best All Rounder - Dashiell Crutcher
The McGreevy Family Award for outstanding service to the College by a Student. - Hamish Page
The Elliott Fletcher Memorial Award - Brock O'Sullivan
Proxime Accessit and Dux of Year Award Recipients
Proxime Accessit - Jack Gilpin (Year 5), Julian Anthony (Year 6), Harvey Bell (Year 7), Oisin Lacey (Year 8), Owen McKinley (Year 9), Spencer Toth (Year 10), Sol De Clercq (Year 11)
Dux of Year - Ayaan Mishra (Year 5), Alfred Kelly (Year 6), Sebastian Pickwell (Year 7), Abram Kikwa (Year 8), Noah Lindner (Year 9), Charlton Toth (Year 10, Rhodes De Clercq (Year 11)
Year 12 100% Internal Assessment
Oliver Allen - Chemistry, Physics, Study of Religion
Jack Avila - Study of Religion
Nicholas Bent - Study of Religion
Ryan Colsen - Economics, Study of Religion
Lincoln Conlon - Chemistry
Jack Davis - Study of Religion
Rhodes De Clercq - Literature
Sol De Clercq - Literature
Ethan Esaias - Study of Religion
Shida Fadeyibi - Chemistry, Physics, Study of Religion
Ayden Fontana - Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Study of Religion
Neil Gundecha - Chemistry, Design, Digital Solutions, Study of Religion
Harrison Hinwood - Design
William Jones - Mathematical Methods
Bailey Macks - Study of Religion
Joshua Manton - Physics
Dylan Maskell - Biology, Study of Religion
Henry Mattiske - Study of Religion
Aydan McGuire - Study of Religion
Alexander McKay - Chemistry, Study of Religion
Hudson McKay - Legal Studies, Physics, Study of Religion
William Miles - Chemistry, Design, Study of Religion
Henry Moore - Study of Religion
William Mortimer - Chemistry, Economics, Physics
Mitchell Nicholas - Legal Studies, Physics
Samuel Noud - Chemistry, Study of Religion
Henryk O'Dwyer - Design
Hamish Page - Study of Religion
Percy Page - Specialist Mathematics
Harry Parchimowicz - Study of Religion
Taj Perrins - Design, Study of Religion
Aiden Pett - Biology, Business
Reece Pollard Study of Religion
Lewis Tatti - Biology, Chemistry, General Mathematics, Study of Religion
Angus Turton - Study of Religion
Ethan White - Psychology
Old Boys Breakfast Strengthens Generational Connections
The spirit of brotherhood that defines St Patrick’s College was on full display at this year’s 1950s Old Boys and Captains’ Breakfast, which welcomed former students from across generations back to the College.
Representing graduating classes from 1952 through to more recent years, Old Boys gathered to reconnect, share memories, and celebrate their lifelong connection to the College. The event highlighted the enduring strength of our community and the unique bond shared by generations of St Patrick’s College men.
For current student leaders, the breakfast provided a valuable opportunity to engage with alumni whose lives and achievements reflect the values fostered during their time at the College. The stories shared throughout the morning reinforced the importance of faith, character, courage, and service as foundations for leadership and success beyond the school gates.
The presence of so many former students served as a powerful reminder that while the College continues to evolve, the values and traditions that unite the St Patrick’s College community remain as strong as ever. The Breakfast continues to be a meaningful occasion that honours our rich history while inspiring future generations of St Patrick’s College men.
