Geography Excursion to Sydney Olympic Park
On Friday 11 August, four Year 9 Geography classes visited Sydney Olympic Park to undertake a fieldwork investigation. Students examined the historical and contemporary uses of land and resources in the area, explored the challenges and opportunities facing current and...
Geography Excursion to Sydney’s Northern Beaches
During week 4, students from Year 10 Geography undertook a field trip to Sydney’s northern beaches. Students applied geographical tools and skills they’ve learned in class to gather, analyse and communicate information regarding the topic of coastal management. By investigating...
St Patrick’s College, Strathfield – Apology
Later this year the St Patrick’s College community will be holding an apology for survivors and victims of historical sexual and physical abuse. We are in the planning stages of this event, so to ensure we do not add to...
South American Football Tour
Over the recent break, sixteen footballers and two staff coaches traveled to South America for the Football Tour. They began with a skills session in Chile Universidad Catolica. A stopover in Argentina at the famous Iguazu Falls provided spectacular views....
PNG Immersion
I had the opportunity to join 12 Year 11 boys and four other staff on immersion to PNG for the first two weeks of the break. I must admit to feeling somewhat apprehensive about the trip in the lead up...
Year 10 Work Experience
As part of the Careers Education programme, students in Year 10 undertake a week of work experience during the last week of Term Two. From learning about their skills and abilities, the changing work environment and applying for a job,...
Year 12 Geography Excursion
As part of their study of People and Economic Activity, Year 12 Geography students undertook a Local Enterprise case study of a dairy farm at Number 9 Dairy, Camden Park. The students were engaged in primary research on the...
SPC Drumline
The College Drumline is a relatively new addition to the Music Ensemble Programme at the College. Launched in 2016, the Drumline rehearses each week with a focus on performing at various events including each of the College’s home sporting fixtures,...
Banding Together in Darling Harbour
On Sunday afternoon 4 June, the College Wind Ensemble and the Blue Black and Gold Big Band performed a two hour concert in the Darling Harbour amphitheatre. This annual event is one of the calendar highlights of the Band Programme...
Reconciliation Week at St Patrick’s College
From 27 May to 3 June we recognised National Reconciliation Week; a time to reflect on the past and plan the ‘next steps’ into the future for the relationship between Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and non-Aboriginal people. Every...