Annual Reports
Our Annual Reports reflect our commitment to academic growth, community spirit and the ongoing legacy of Edmund Rice.
HSC Results
Lucerna
Lucerna is a publication of St Patrick’s College for our whole community, but predominantly for the enjoyment of our past students and families.
Lucerna was first introduced in 1995 by then Headmaster, Mr G Smollett. The College motto, “Luceat Lux Vestra”, reminds us that we are called to let our light shine. The publication has been named Lucerna, which means Lamp, to help continue this theme. The Lucerna provides a balance of current College news and information for the College community. If you are a past student or family and do not receive a copy Lucerna, please contact the Community Liaison Officer.
To view or download the most recent editions of Lucerna, please click on the links below:
College Newsletter (Especean)
Our College Newsletter is published fortnightly during Term.
Lumen
In December 1943 the St Patrick’s College Lumen was first introduced.
Its name, a Latin form of the word meaning “light”, was chosen by Br J P Crichton to echo the College motto “Let your light shine” and its editor was Br J A McGlade. The formal photos of classes and sporting teams which appear within its pages were the work of esteemed Sydney photographer, Mr A Foster, an elderly gentleman who would periodically visit the College with his tripod, hood and camera.
“With its review of events of the term, it gives a voice to that intangible thing we call “School Spirit,” without which no College is at all worthy of the name.
It provides a bond of unity and common thought, helps to build and maintain loyalties and traditions, weaves into the tapestry of time a permanent record of the achievements of the present for future generations to admire and imitate, and becomes a medium whereby ex-students may see the school they knew and cherish its greatness. Finally, it serves to voice that mingled murmur of news, chatter, personalities, events and mishaps that are the warp and woof of school life and lend a gayer note to its more sober side.”
Between the years of 1943-1951, Lumen was produced as a Term Review and as such was published in May, August and December each year. However in 1951 when Br R B Garvey took over from Br J V Coghlan as Headmaster, Lumen ceased production. Whilst the reason for this has not been documented it was probably due in part to the ever increasing workload the Brothers had to undertake and the limited resources with which to do so. Certainly in 1953 when Br McGlade became Headmaster, it would have been impossible for him to continue to compile Lumen in conjunction with the day to day running of the College.Sadly these missing years of Lumen has had an enormous impact on past students wishing to research their school years in the 1950’s. Formal group photos also fell by the wayside and so in some cases we have no photographic record of boys who attended St Patrick’s College during this period. Thankfully in 1957 when Br J G Hodda became Headmaster, he so valued the importance of documenting College life he resurrected Lumen and introduced it as an annual publication.
Over the years Lumen has grown from a rather scant 24 pages to a far more substantial 250 or so page volume encompassing all aspects of College life. It has seen countless cover and format changes and different aspects of the College’s history have been reflected within its pages. One of the most notable editions of Lumen is the 1978 Jubilee issue which features a gold cover and details the story of St Patrick’s College over the 50 years since its inception in 1928. Other issues dedicated to significant events include Br Crichton’s death in 1985 and the beatification of Blessed Edmund Rice in 1996.
It’s Time
As part of our commitment to advocacy, students produce the It’s Time magazine – a publication which focuses on Justice issues and is written by different members of our community. The magazine is published at the end of each term and allows the wider community the opportunity to engage in discussions about topics that impact our lives and the life of the world.
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Community
At St Patrick’s College, community is at the heart of the educational experience. Built on the Edmund Rice tradition, the College fosters strong partnerships between students, families, Old Boys, staff and the wider Strathfield community.
Begin your journey and let your light shine
Every boy who walks through our gates begins a journey shaped by faith, friendship and challenge. This is where confidence grows, talents emerge and young men learn to live with purpose and heart.