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Issue 21

23 July 2015

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This Week

From the Principal


Teaching & Learning

To Kill a Mockingbird - See NOW!


Identity

Act Justly, Love Tenderly and Walk Humbly with our God


Youth and Vocations Expo


Students

From the College Dean - Student Formation


From the College Counsellor


ACARA Data Collection


Sport

Sport Report Week 21


Culture

Culture Report Week 21


Community

P&F Open Day BBQ - Volunteers Needed


We're Collecting the Earn & Learn Stickers!


Sandgate Sunset Run - ENTER NOW!


Edmund Rice Foundation - Thanks


​Deagon Community Race Day Update


This Week

From the Principal

Last Thursday evening, I had the great pleasure of spending three hours after school with the Year 12 College and House leaders as a part of the College Student Leaders in-service program. In this day and age, we are often bombarded by articles and reports through various media outlets about the poor behaviour and attitudes of young men. I found the time with our leaders to be exhilarating. Their maturity and depth of discussion and ideas and honesty allowed us to have meaningful reflection on past events and plans and also assisted us to plan for the remainder of the...

Last Thursday evening, I had the great pleasure of spending three hours after school with the Year 12 College and House leaders as a part of the College Student Leaders in-service program. In this day and age, we are often bombarded by articles and reports through various media outlets about the poor behaviour and attitudes of young men. I found the time with our leaders to be exhilarating. Their maturity and depth of discussion and ideas and honesty allowed us to have meaningful reflection on past events and plans and also assisted us to plan for the remainder of the year. I would like to particularly thank Mr Frank Torrisi for planning and facilitating the program.

On Tuesday the whole College celebrated the academic success (first semester) of many of our students during the College Academic Assembly. This is a great occasion to celebrate the learning that occurs at the College. I feel very privileged to work within the education system as learning is valued and encouraged. In my address to the students I reminded them that a day does not pass by without each of us learning something. It is also important for each of us to recognise how we learn best and refine these skills as we grow. Each of us grows and develops as humans through learning. As a Catholic school we offer a holistic education, which means that members of our community develop spiritually, intellectually, physically and emotionally. I raised two main points for the students to consider within the address, firstly that learning is alife- long process and secondly that learning develops resilience. St. Patrick's strives to be a learning community that challenges the students to be the best that they can as a unique individual. Tuesday's assembly allowed us to recognise the efforts of the many young men who worked hard to achieve exceptional academic results. I hope that each young man is justifiably proud of his efforts. I would also encourage each family to discuss their own son's results and likewise, celebrate the "personal bests" that he may also have achieved.

I had the chance to catch up with Fr Liam on Sunday. Whilst he is physically quite frail, he still appears to have a sharp memory. He asked me to thank all of the members of the community for their thoughts and prayers and hopes to get back up to the College in the future. In the meantime we will organise for some of our students to visit him on some days after school.

At last count we had well over 500 acceptances to the Grandparents' Mass and morning tea tomorrow morning. The Mass has been organised by Mr Paul Corfield and will be celebrated by Fr Anthoni Selvaraj (College Chaplain) and Fr. Modestus Mgbaramuko from the local Sandgate Parish. It is wonderful to see so many grandparents interested in their grandson's education and the College. I am sure that I will also get to meet a few of the old boys of the College. I look forward to hearing their opinions regarding the changes within the school over the years.

During this week our Year 10 students have also been meeting with staff from Business Improvement Australia (BIA). This is the second stage of their subject selection process. To date, students have completed some on-line programs. BIA staff have collated the information into a report for each student and are now meeting with them individually for 90 minutes to assist them in considering what options will be available to them for employment after school, or further study. This will assist them in their consideration for subjects leading into their senior school. These stages are new to our SET Plan process for the Year 10 students. I have received some very positive feedback so far from both the BIA mentors and students.

Last Saturday night we held a dance for the students in Years 7 – 10. It was a great event and there were many young men and women who took the opportunity to meet and socialise together. I would like to thank Mr Frank Torrisi for his great organisation of the night and the many staff and parents who attended to assist with the organisation. A special thank you also to Mr David Row and other members of the Sports Support Group who ran a small canteen throughout the night.

This Saturday, we commence the first round of the AIC Basketball and Tennis competitions. On Wednesday 5 August, our Cross Country team will also compete in the AIC Cross Country Championships at Limestone Park in Ipswich. I would like to thank all of the young men who have been selected in our teams and wish each person and team well in their respective competitions. We will recognise the teams in the usual manner with a Spirit Assembly tomorrow morning.

Mr Chris Mayes - College Principal

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Teaching & Learning

To Kill a Mockingbird - See NOW!

Our Year 10 students are currently studying the classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird as part of their English studies. We are lucky to be just up the road from a local production of the play The Untouchable Juli, a clever Australian novel and play adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird by award winning Brenna Lee-Cooney.

Students (and parents) are encouraged to get along and see this darkly hilarious exploration of the Australian national identity at the Elysium Theatre at the Sandgate Town Hall:

7.30 pm - Thursday 30 July

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Our Year 10 students are currently studying the classic novel To Kill a Mockingbird as part of their English studies. We are lucky to be just up the road from a local production of the play The Untouchable Juli, a clever Australian novel and play adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird by award winning Brenna Lee-Cooney.

Students (and parents) are encouraged to get along and see this darkly hilarious exploration of the Australian national identity at the Elysium Theatre at the Sandgate Town Hall:

7.30 pm - Thursday 30 July

1.30pm and 7.30pm - Friday 31 July.

If you are interested tickets are available online at: Elysium Theatre - link here



Ms Susan Werba - Head of English

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Identity

Act Justly, Love Tenderly and Walk Humbly with our God

"To act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God" is a challenge set to us by Micah, one of the great prophets and something our Year 10s reflected on last week on their retreat. This retreat is one of the highlights of our retreat program as it offers the chance for our Year 10s to reflect on what Micah truly asks us to do and how we can be inspired by this.

Through the Micah Retreat our Year 10's engage with the Micah challenge in...

"To act justly, love tenderly and walk humbly with our God" is a challenge set to us by Micah, one of the great prophets and something our Year 10s reflected on last week on their retreat. This retreat is one of the highlights of our retreat program as it offers the chance for our Year 10s to reflect on what Micah truly asks us to do and how we can be inspired by this.

Through the Micah Retreat our Year 10's engage with the Micah challenge in a retreat experience that engages them in many of the issues in our society today. Students had the opportunity to participate in four different retreat experiences - "A Refugee's Life", "Slum Survivor", "Make A Difference" and "The Indigenous Experience".

The "Make a Difference" retreat is truly a unique experience for our young men as they work directly with children with disabilities. This two day retreat involved one day at the Craigslea Sensitivity Centre, where students learnt more about the disabilities that a variety of different people have in their lives and, most importantly, through practical exercises, learnt what it is like to have these disabilities. This is followed up on the second day of the retreat with students working at Redcliffe and Nabthon Special Schools. This was a very positive experience for our young men and one we hope allows them a brief insight into a new life perspective.

The "Slum Survivor" retreat engages our young men with issues of extreme poverty, both globally and on our own doorstep. A major part of this retreat involves a simulation where our students are put to work in sweatshop and brick-field scenarios. Globally, many children their age and younger, instead of an education, work in conditions like this on a daily basis. Our students received just a small taste of this experience for a five hour period. That evening was also uncomfortable with students having to sleep rough, and some even choosing to brave the elements and sleep outside, like many of the homeless in Brisbane do on a nightly basis. The St Vincent de Paul Society also gave us a presentation and worked practically with our Year 10s to explore the many aspects of what it is like for those living at the margins here in Brisbane. We hope that this was an eye-opening experience for all Year 10s and helped them walk in the shoes of those around them, even for just a brief moment.

In the coming weeks we will publish the experiences of the students on the other retreats, which will give you an opportunity to see how our remaining Year 10s embraced the Micah challenge.

Mr Paul Corfield - Acting Assistant Principal - Identity

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Youth and Vocations Expo

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Students

From the College Dean - Student Formation

College Diary

The students must get back into the routine of using the College student diary every lesson, every day. The diary provides an excellent tool for organisation and communication. By using the diary properly, students assist themselves in terms of organisation and completion of set work. The involvement of parents in their son's work on a daily basis is a significant bonus. Parents signing their son's diary every weekend allows for regular discussion about progress and addressing any issues or concerns early.

Year 11 Dinner Dance

The Year 11 Dinner Dance will be held this Friday...

College Diary

The students must get back into the routine of using the College student diary every lesson, every day. The diary provides an excellent tool for organisation and communication. By using the diary properly, students assist themselves in terms of organisation and completion of set work. The involvement of parents in their son's work on a daily basis is a significant bonus. Parents signing their son's diary every weekend allows for regular discussion about progress and addressing any issues or concerns early.

Year 11 Dinner Dance

The Year 11 Dinner Dance will be held this Friday evening 24 July.

  • Kedron Wavell RSL Club
  • 7.00pm and conclude at 10.30pm - NO students will be permitted to leave before this time.
  • All College rules apply.

Year 12 Leadership Afternoon and Information Evening

This will be held on Monday 27 July. The afternoon will involve meeting with House Deans to plan House activities followed by a session with external presenter, Mr Bernie Kelly, who will facilitate a leadership program built towards the significant dates in Term 3 and 4. The afternoon will follow with a Year 12 parent and student information evening commencing at 6.30pm. Valuable information regarding the Vocational Education Pathway and the OP Pathway will be presented. The evening will conclude at 7.30pm.

Family Information Update

I would request that you please check that all address and parent contact details held at the College are correct. This can be completed through Parent Lounge on the College website or by phoning the College Main Office on 3631 9000.

Public Transport

St. Patrick's is a great school but it can be let down with its public image if the students are poorly behaved on public transport. The College will not tolerate poor behaviour on public transport. Students misbehaving will face a range of consequences as a result of their actions. Students who catch the train to and from school are reminded that they are not to break their journey. If they are changing trains at Northgate Station they must catch the first available train to their destination. Students must not wait around on the platform for friends and then catch the late train as this often delays their arrival to school. Students must not frequent McDonald's at Sandgate, either before or after school. Students must come directly to school or go directly home. I ask that parents assist us in this matter.

Year 7-12 Social Mary Mackillop College

  • Friday 31 July
  • Mary Mackillop College
  • Photo ID required
  • $15 entry
  • No student will permitted to leave before the conclusion of the social at 10.00pm.

The Year 7-10 St. Patrick's Social

Thank you to all the parents and staff who assisted at the social on Saturday night. It was a fantastic evening for all those that attended.


SPECIAL EVENT DAY

INTER-HOUSE ATHLETICS CARNIVAL

FRIDAY 14 AUGUST

CURLEW PARK

8.30am – 3.00pm


Mr Frank Torrisi - College Dean - Student Formation

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From the College Counsellor



Quirky Jobs That Will Exist by 2030

The Course Finder blog has posted an item by Vivian Luu that speculates about jobs that will be needed in the not too distant future. These jobs include:

3D Printer Handyman Gamification Designer Digital Detox Specialist End-of-life Therapist Corporate Disorganiser

Read about this and other relevant careers information in the fortnightly careers newsletter on the Careers Counselling Connect Page - link here »


Do You Put the 'Pro' in Procrastinating?

If so, check out the article at the link...



Quirky Jobs That Will Exist by 2030

The Course Finder blog has posted an item by Vivian Luu that speculates about jobs that will be needed in the not too distant future. These jobs include:

  • 3D Printer Handyman
  • Gamification Designer
  • Digital Detox Specialist
  • End-of-life Therapist
  • Corporate Disorganiser

Read about this and other relevant careers information in the fortnightly careers newsletter on the Careers Counselling Connect Page - link here »


Do You Put the 'Pro' in Procrastinating?

If so, check out the article at the link below to find out how NOT to avoid studying. The article provides information on goal setting. It might be information you already know but are struggling to make work for you. This article puts a slightly different slant on the topic. It's worth a read - Article link here »

Mrs Emily Rotta - College Counsellor

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ACARA Data Collection

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Re: ACARA Data Collection

I am writing to you regarding the annual return of information to the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). School and student information is accessed by ACARA from numerous government and non-government agencies, as well as directly from non-government schools. When ACARA contacts a school to request student background information, they are required to provide a Privacy notice for distribution to students' families. The notice explains what kind of data they request from non-government schools directly and how the data is managed. A copy of the...

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Re: ACARA Data Collection

I am writing to you regarding the annual return of information to the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA). School and student information is accessed by ACARA from numerous government and non-government agencies, as well as directly from non-government schools. When ACARA contacts a school to request student background information, they are required to provide a Privacy notice for distribution to students' families. The notice explains what kind of data they request from non-government schools directly and how the data is managed. A copy of the notice can be downloaded by clicking on Acara Privacy Notice link here »

Mr Cyrus Li - Executive Officer Financial and Data Analysis - QCEC


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Sport

Sport Report Week 21

Round One of the AIC Basketball and Tennis season begins on Friday and Saturday. St. Patrick's opponents will be Iona College at Wynnum. Good luck and 'fight the good fight' to our many hundreds of student athletes competing.

The competition draw for Tennis and Basketball are available on the sports specific Connect pages. The Sports Department aim to upload this information as soon as possible each week. Usually the information can be accessed by Wednesday afternoon. Year 5 and 6 Basketball is played on Friday afternoons after school. This week, Year 6 students will be transported...

Round One of the AIC Basketball and Tennis season begins on Friday and Saturday. St. Patrick's opponents will be Iona College at Wynnum. Good luck and 'fight the good fight' to our many hundreds of student athletes competing.

The competition draw for Tennis and Basketball are available on the sports specific Connect pages. The Sports Department aim to upload this information as soon as possible each week. Usually the information can be accessed by Wednesday afternoon. Year 5 and 6 Basketball is played on Friday afternoons after school. This week, Year 6 students will be transported to and from St. Patrick's College to participate in the Friday afternoon competition. Coaches request that parents are prompt in collecting their son on return to St. Patrick's College in Pier Avenue. The bus will depart Iona at approximately 5.30pm on Friday. Iona is a 30 minute trip in normal traffic conditions. Year 5 play games on our home courts this round.

Our Basketball coordinator, Mr Steve Copping, has found training venues for our 30 Basketball teams. Training times and venues can be accessed on the Basketball Connect page. Parents are asked to be aware that training venues vary and some teams and age groups have multiple training venues. Special attention is to be paid to the teams training at Boondall Entertainment Centre on Thursday afternoons. Unfortunately, some dates throughout the season are unavailable. Training will be held at the College when Boondall is unavailable.

Also, some training age group sessions are completed by 4.30pm, not the usual 5.00pm finish time. As teachers and community member coaches may have family or work commitments after training, parents are asked to be diligent in picking up their son on time.

AIC rules dictate our College playing uniform. It is essential that all players are dressed in the correct uniform when representing the College. Mrs Julie Bowden has all the necessary sport uniform items in the Uniform Shop. Parents may phone ahead with credit card details to enable their son to visit during lunch times and purchase required uniform items.

Friday morning will be our fourth Spirit Assembly for 2015. The College community will congratulate the students selected to represent the College in 1st IV Tennis and 1st V Basketball. The ceremony will take place on the back oval. The Co-curricular Awards ceremony for Football and Rugby will be held on Tuesday 28 July. Parents and friends are welcome to attend.

The Cross Country squad competed at their last lead up meet on Wednesday at Limestone Park, Ipswich. Only a few more training sessions now until August 5 AIC Championships. The final team will be selected and presented during the Spirit Assembly on Tuesday 4 August.

During the Basketball season the Sport Support Group would like to have the canteen in operation at the Callan Centre. Sport Support are looking for an individual or group to volunteer their services to assist with the running of this service for Junior (Year 5-8) home games. All stock, ordering of food/drink, money float etc will be provided - we just need helpers. Thank you to David and Sue Foster who have volunteered to coordinate the canteen during the Senior home games. If you would like more information please contact Matt Grinlaubs, Chair of Sport Support Group for further information 0434 957 638.

The Shorncliffe Shufflers 7am Sunday run has shivered through a few cold mornings recently. All new runners welcome. Please meet in the plaza area at 7am ready to run/walk.


Contacts for Trimester 3 Sport

Basketball Coordinator - Mr Steve Copping scopping@stpatricks.qld.edu.au

Tennis Coordinator - Br Chris Pritchard cpritchard@stpatricks.qld.edu.au

Cross Country - Mr Paul Toohey ptoohey@stpatricks.qld.edu.au

All information regarding Cross Country, Basketball and Tennis is located on the sport specific Connect pages Connect Sport Pages link here »


Outstanding Student Achievements

Joshua Andrews represented Queensland in the Under 16 Water Polo team which competed in the Trans-Tasman tournament in Brisbane. Joshua's team won a bronze medal. He has now been selected into the Queensland Water Polo's Elite Athlete Program to further develop his water polo career. Well done Joshua.

Murdoch Hogan and Harrison Tonks both represented Queensland in the Under 15 Indoor Cricket team. Harrison has now been selected in the Australia A - Under 15 team to compete at the World Series tournament later in the year. Congratulations to Murdoch and Harrison.

Darian Kaptich has been selected to represent Australia at two International Figure Skating competitions. Darian will compete at the Asian Open Figure Skating Trophy in Thailand in August and the ISU Junior Grand Prix Series in Spain in September. Endless hours of perfect practice on the ice has paid off for Darian. Good luck in the upcoming international competitions.

Isaac Corvo and past student Corey Wagner were both members of the Queensland Under 18 AFL team that won their division at the National Championships in Melbourne during the last school holiday period. Congratulations to both men.

Mr Doug Locke - Head of Sport

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Culture

Culture Report Week 21

This week in Culture there is information on Junior Chess Club, reminders for Junior Round Robin Debating and QDU Debating, as well as updates for Inter-House Debating and Co-curricular Music.

Junior Chess Club

Junior Chess Club is back in Term 3 with a new format. There will be no coaching just informal games with other students and members of theSenior AIC teams.

Numbers are strictly limited and sign on for each Tuesday is essential. If you would like to attend please see Mrs Butt in the Library.

When:...

This week in Culture there is information on Junior Chess Club, reminders for Junior Round Robin Debating and QDU Debating, as well as updates for Inter-House Debating and Co-curricular Music.

Junior Chess Club

Junior Chess Club is back in Term 3 with a new format. There will be no coaching just informal games with other students and members of theSenior AIC teams.

Numbers are strictly limited and sign on for each Tuesday is essential. If you would like to attend please see Mrs Butt in the Library.

  • When: Beginning Tuesday 28 July (next Tuesday)
  • Tuesday afternoons 3:00 to 4:00 (NOTE NEW FINISH TIME)
  • Where: AV rooms.

Look forward to seeing you there.


Co-Curricular Music News

Co-Curricular Music News - Mr Justin Hockey - Acting Program Leader - Music (jhockey@stpatricks.qld.edu.au)

Bramble Bay Schools Music Festival 2015

A number of students in Years 5 to 7 have been nominated by their Music teachers to attend the Bramble Bay Schools Music Festival 2015 in Week 3. To all those attending, we wish you the best in music making. Further information is available on the Connect page - Link here»

Queensland Catholic Schools Music Festival – QCMF

It's that time of year when schools all across the state are gearing up for the QCMF. Hosted by Villanova College, the Festival sees hundreds of ensembles performing over four days. This year our students are performing on Friday 14 August and Sunday 16 August. The Year 5 String Orchestra with Miss Simmers and Year 5 Junior Band with Mr Will are performing on Friday 14 August. The Middle School Orchestra, directed by Miss Simmers, Middle School Band with Mr Hockey and the Senior Contemporary Band with Mr Will are performing on Sunday 16August. Additional information is available on the Co-curricular Music Connect page - Link here»


Film Crew

  • Junior Film Crew (Years 5 to 8) meets in the Library every Monday lunch of Week B.
  • Senior Film Crew (Years 9 to 12) meets in the Library every Monday lunch of Week A.

Debating News

QDU Debating News – Mrs Lorraine O'Sullivan - Debating Coordinator (losullivan@stpatricks.qld.edu.au)

A reminder for all Year 7 debaters that the 2015 Junior Round Robin Competition commences tonight. Results will be published in next week's Calling.

The QDU Secondary School Finals commence 29 July 2015. Team 11.1 will compete at St. Joseph's College, Gregory Terrace at 8.15pm, and Team 12.2 will compete at Marist College Ashgrove at 8.15pm.

The Inter-House Debating competition will be staged during House Assembly in Week 4. Each House will provide 2 teams to debate the topic "That sharks should be culled in popular swimming areas". Students from Years 6 - 12 may participate. Please see your House Dean for more information.

Mr Geoff Samuels - Head of Culture

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Community

P&F Open Day BBQ - Volunteers Needed

The College P&F are looking for volunteers to assist with the Open Day BBQ on Tuesday 18 August. Volunteers are needed to both cook and serve sausages to all the visitors who will be attending the day.

Cooks needed from 2pm.Servers from 2.30pm onwards.

It is a great opportunity to meet all the prospective new members of our community as well as catch up with current families. Please email if you are able to assist:

pandf@stpatricks.qld.edu.au

We appreciate your ongoing support.

The College P&F are looking for volunteers to assist with the Open Day BBQ on Tuesday 18 August. Volunteers are needed to both cook and serve sausages to all the visitors who will be attending the day.

  • Cooks needed from 2pm.
  • Servers from 2.30pm onwards.

It is a great opportunity to meet all the prospective new members of our community as well as catch up with current families. Please email if you are able to assist:

pandf@stpatricks.qld.edu.au

We appreciate your ongoing support.

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We're Collecting the Earn & Learn Stickers!

The College P&F are collecting the Woolworths Earn & Learn stickers to help us get some fantastic new educational resources. How you can help:

1. Shop at Woolworths and you'll get 1 Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10 you spend.

2. Stick them on a Woolworths Earn & Learn sticker sheet or just bring the stickers in to the College.

3. Drop the sheets or stickers off at the Earn & Learn box located in the Curriculum Office.

We are looking forward to selecting from the range of great rewards available so any...

The College P&F are collecting the Woolworths Earn & Learn stickers to help us get some fantastic new educational resources. How you can help:

1. Shop at Woolworths and you'll get 1 Earn & Learn Sticker for every $10 you spend.

2. Stick them on a Woolworths Earn & Learn sticker sheet or just bring the stickers in to the College.

3. Drop the sheets or stickers off at the Earn & Learn box located in the Curriculum Office.

We are looking forward to selecting from the range of great rewards available so any stickers that are contributed will be gratefully received.

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Sandgate Sunset Run - ENTER NOW!

On Saturday 10 October 2015, the heart of Sandgate will come alive as teams of runners and walkers do laps of the main roundabout, while spectators enjoy the festivities and cheer on the participants. This year, they have added a Junior Relay and Kids Dash, so the whole family can take part.

The College's very own Shorncliffe Shufflers already have two teams locked in. Proud parent Mr Andy Sides and incredible past parent (and wife of our Board Chair) Mrs Elaine McMahon are coordinating so it is sure to be a slickly run event.

Kids aged 9 years...

On Saturday 10 October 2015, the heart of Sandgate will come alive as teams of runners and walkers do laps of the main roundabout, while spectators enjoy the festivities and cheer on the participants. This year, they have added a Junior Relay and Kids Dash, so the whole family can take part.

The College's very own Shorncliffe Shufflers already have two teams locked in. Proud parent Mr Andy Sides and incredible past parent (and wife of our Board Chair) Mrs Elaine McMahon are coordinating so it is sure to be a slickly run event.

Kids aged 9 years and under will kick off the event in the afternoon, with one lap of the roundabout, before 10 to 15-year-olds relay in a 30-minute race. Then at 6pm, it's the main event, with 400 runners to relay for 2 hours around the roundabout. It's an event of stamina, tactics and fun. Dress-ups and costumes are encouraged for young and old, participants and spectators alike.

2015 will feature children's entertainment, jumping castle, face painting, glow merchandise, live music, markets and food.

For more information or to register click here »

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Edmund Rice Foundation - Thanks








Dear Parents,

On behalf of the Edmund Rice Foundation I would like to thank you for your continued support of our work here in Australia and overseas.

Your much needed donation and interest provides education, health and community services that bring about lasting change to the lives of some of the world's most impoverished and disenfranchised people.

Your support of the Foundation has been directed to a myriad of worthy development programs...








Dear Parents,

On behalf of the Edmund Rice Foundation I would like to thank you for your continued support of our work here in Australia and overseas.

Your much needed donation and interest provides education, health and community services that bring about lasting change to the lives of some of the world's most impoverished and disenfranchised people.

Your support of the Foundation has been directed to a myriad of worthy development programs of which some are listed below:

  • Building and refurbishing schools in the developing world;
  • Education, uniforms and food for thousands of children each year;
  • Micro-finance in the form of small interest-free loans to enable people to establish businesses that provide for their families and grow communities;
  • Vocational education to enhance employment opportunities;
  • Health services to treat and support thousands of patients;
  • Disability services;
  • Support and integration services for refugees; and
  • Cultural support services.

Please peruse the attached 'Liberating Lives' flyer that outlines our work and commitment. On behalf of the people we work with we ask you to please continue your support. Even the smallest donation can liberate lives. Thank you for your contribution to a just and peaceful world.

Regards,

Anthony Ryan - CEO
Edmund Rice Foundation (Australia)


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​Deagon Community Race Day Update

We regret to inform our parents, past students and supporters that St. Patrick's College will not be hosting a marquee at the 2015 Deagon Community Race Day.

St. Patrick's College is always eager to support the local community but increased costs this year, including Brisbane Racing costs, have resulted in the day being too expensive for many of our families. For us to offer a marquee as we have done in previous years, we would need to charge significantly more per ticket than previous years. As an inclusive school community, we believe these costs to be prohibitive...

We regret to inform our parents, past students and supporters that St. Patrick's College will not be hosting a marquee at the 2015 Deagon Community Race Day.

St. Patrick's College is always eager to support the local community but increased costs this year, including Brisbane Racing costs, have resulted in the day being too expensive for many of our families. For us to offer a marquee as we have done in previous years, we would need to charge significantly more per ticket than previous years. As an inclusive school community, we believe these costs to be prohibitive to many of our families in these tough financial times. Consequently, after much consideration we believe that we have taken the responsible decision to not participate in this way in 2015.

However, we encourage you to continue your support of the local community and the Race Day by purchasing a general admission ticket when they go on sale.

We hope that if costs are reduced in the future, we can revisit our commitment to this wonderful community event.

Mrs Stacey Bishop - Foundation Development Manager

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