Wellbeing - Whole School
Zachary Crisafulli
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 5 Prefect.
What is one way you hope to make a positive impact on the school community this year?
My main goal is to foster the sense of brotherhood and connection that the school is so widely known for. My goal is for the Year 5 boys to truly get to know this College spirit. The main message for them is to create long-lasting friendships and get involved in the school. I want to help them make sure that they have a vision of what they want to accomplish in Year 5 and beyond. This way, the new SPC boys can ease into their new school with new friends and new goals in life. If you want to go fast, go alone. But if you want to go far, go together.
If you could have dinner with any leader (past or present), who would it be and why?
Stephen Curry is not only one of my favourite basketball players of all time, but also one of the few who consistently plays with a smile and a positive attitude on the court. Even when things don’t go his way, he doesn’t let his anger show. He is the leader of a championship-winning team that inspired not only his teammates but also a whole new generation of young basketball players. While Curry is a positive person, he has this innate ability to focus and get to work. His ability to remain immensely positive toward his teammates, fans, and the media, while still maintaining focus and overcoming any challenge, is something I truly aspire to. The ability to go about your day with a smile and good energy, but then focus on the goal at hand, is what I admire most.
What motivates you on tough days?
Tough days are part of what makes us human. The highs and lows of life are natural. On tough days, I get up and reflect on my life so far, the good days spent with my family or at the park with friends, and the bad days that have tested me. I remember all the good times I have had and then look to the future, thinking about what I can do to better myself. My motivation comes from my goals and ambitions, my goals for the day, the month, the year, and beyond. My ambition to be my best or to become more active drives me forward.
Your goals are what drive you to become the person you are today. They are the spine of your spirit. On tough days, when all hope feels lost, I look to my goals, my ambitions, and my objectives. I ask myself a key question: How can I achieve this? One of the ways I can achieve my goals is through my family and friends. They are the ones who support and build me up. My goals are the road, and the people around me are the car, helping me reach the end.
Daniel Fague
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 6 Prefect.
What is one way you hope to make a positive impact on the school community this year?
As the Year 6 Prefect, I would like to help make the boys’ final year of primary school as memorable as possible. I aim to encourage all of them to become involved in as many areas of College life as they can, in turn building a strong sense of belonging and brotherhood within the College. I would also like to start initiatives to encourage the boys to get to know each other, creating connections that will stay with them throughout their time at SPC and beyond. Another goal of mine is to be approachable and someone others feel safe coming to, whether they need a shoulder to lean on or just a friendly chat in the playground.
If you could have dinner with any leader (past or present), who would it be and why?
I would choose Sir Alex Ferguson. As a Manchester United fan, I have always admired the way he created a strong, successful team built on discipline, teamwork, and respect. He was a mentor and leader who inspired his players to give their best both on and off the field. I would love to learn how he built such a positive and successful team culture. His leadership style and discipline are qualities I would like to learn from and apply to my own life.
What motivates you on tough days?
On tough days, I am motivated by my family and friends, who always support me and remind me to stay positive. I find that by going for a walk or throwing a ball to my dog while listening to music, I can clear my mind and reset. Being outdoors, at the beach, or watching a sunset allows me to reflect on the day, calm myself, and return ready to face any challenges life throws at me with a better mindset.
What would be a good theme song for your life? Why?
I chose “Drive” by Incubus as a theme song for my life, as it represents believing in yourself, staying positive, and showing resilience towards everything life throws at you. The lyrics, “Whatever tomorrow brings, I’ll be there,” remind me of the importance of showing up and trying my best no matter what. This can be applied to all aspects of life, both academic and sport related. The song also reminds me that life is not about control but about adapting when things do not go to plan. “Drive” is about taking charge of your own path, always doing your best, and writing your own story. The lyrics, “When I drive myself, my light is found,” are about being confident, resilient, and letting your light shine.
Matthew Calderan
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 7 Prefect.
What is one way you hope to make a positive impact on the school community this year?
I hope to make a positive impact on the school community this year by helping to develop a strong sense of brotherhood and camaraderie within the Year 7 cohort. For the boys, transitioning into high school from primary school can be quite challenging, but if they feel motivated and connected to each other, they will be able to move forward together with new friendships that will last for many years to come.
If you could have dinner with any leader (past or present), who would it be and why?
If I could have dinner with any leader, it would be Didier Drogba, a former Ivorian footballer, as he is a key example of how you can use leadership skills and roles for the greater good. As a footballer, he is a great role model as he led his team by example, embodying humility, commitment, and a remarkable work ethic, always pushing himself and others to be their best.
Off the pitch, he used the leadership skills and status he developed over time to bring peace and unity to his home country, the Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire), helping to end ongoing civil conflicts. I believe this is important as it shows how your actions as a leader can be applied to a variety of situations, not just those that immediately affect you. I would love to learn from him how he stayed determined and calm throughout his career, to get the best out of himself and the people around him.
What motivates you on tough days?
When I am struggling through tough days, my family and friends motivate me the most. Regardless of what I am going through, they are always there to care for and support me, which encourages me to persevere. I also draw a lot of motivation from music, as it allows me to escape from negative situations and helps me relax. This helps me reset and get ready to face my problems again.
What would be a good theme song for your life? Why?
A great theme song for my life would be “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” by Bobby McFerrin because it reminds me to stay calm and positive, even when situations seem tough. Its laid-back and uplifting tone reminds us to let go of stress and focus on the good, so we can make the most of each and every day.
Jacob Kelava
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 8 Prefect.
What are you most excited about in your leadership portfolio?
I am most excited about the opportunity to work with the leadership team and connect with Year 8 students. My focus is on creating positive initiatives that directly benefit the younger boys of St Pat’s, particularly the Year 8 cohort. Reflecting on my own time in Year 8, I remember wanting to see similar changes and now feel motivated to bring them to life. I am looking forward to making a truly memorable year for all Year 8s, as I believe it is one of the best years of high school. I also plan to create an open platform where the boys feel comfortable speaking their minds, asking questions, and sharing their thoughts.
If you could have dinner with any leader (past or present), who would it be and why?
I would have dinner with Jesus Christ. There has never been, and never will be, a greater leader than the Son of God Himself. Sharing a meal with Jesus would be life-changing, as I have so much to learn about life. Having a face-to-face conversation with Him would offer profound perspectives and remind me to live with faith and love, guiding me to become the best version of myself.
What motivates you on tough days?
On tough days, I am motivated by the idea that tomorrow is a fresh start and that I am human. Knowing that no one is perfect reminds me to keep trying and that the best moments in life often come after overcoming challenges. Focusing on having a positive mindset reminds me to stay determined, keep putting in effort, and trust that hard work and persistence will pay off. Being in a stress-free, comfortable environment, whether listening to music, spending time with my family, or working out, allows me to reconnect and recharge after a tough day.
What is something about you that others may be surprised to know?
People would be surprised to know that I was born on April Fool’s Day, the 1st of April.
What would be a good theme song for your life? Why?
My theme song would have to be “God’s Plan” by Drake because it affirms my belief that God does everything for a reason, requiring me to trust the process. It reminds me that even through the rollercoaster of life, I am on the path that God meant for me to be on, despite the challenges and struggles.
Alexander Raheb
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 9 Prefect.
What is one way you hope to make a positive impact on the school community this year?
I want to build a genuine connection within the Year 9 cohort and help create memories and relationships that will be remembered for life. I aim to work closely with the Year 9 boys throughout the year to make it a memorable one, with a focus on creating a sense of unity that has a lasting impact.
What motivates you on tough days?
On tough days, I turn to my family. Remembering what they have done for me and how much they have sacrificed to put me in the position I am in motivates me to push through any hardship. I strive to make them proud in all that I do.
If you could have dinner with any leader (past or present), who would it be and why?
I would choose to have dinner with Stephen Crichton. As the captain of the Bulldogs, he has built his leadership on hard work, brotherhood, and his faith in God. Crichton has never stopped improving throughout his career, always striving for more and doing so through Christ. He places a strong emphasis on brotherhood in his club and even creates a personalised handshake with each player to ensure no man is left out.
Alexander Stewart
What is your leadership portfolio?
Year 10 Prefect.
What are you most excited about in your leadership portfolio?
Through my leadership portfolio, I am most excited to foster a sense of brotherhood among the 2026 Year 10 boys, providing an opportunity to connect and build on existing relationships between peers, something that will offer support and encouragement as they move towards the later years of their schooling. I am also motivated to reciprocate what older students provided me with, being a source of laughter, conversation, and advice.
What is something about you that others may be surprised to know?
Others may be surprised to know that my two uncles on my mother’s side are identical twins, born just three minutes apart. They share almost identical features, which still leaves me mixing them up from time to time.
What would be a good theme song for your life? Why?
A great theme song for my life would be “Waste a Moment” by Kings of Leon. The song highlights how, at times, it is okay to remove yourself from stressful situations and take a moment to build composure. This message resonates deeply with me, as well as with many of my peers, as students often face high levels of stress from examination pressures and mounting homework. Despite this, the song provides comfort through its message of stepping back, taking a breath, and regaining composure before responding to and overcoming life’s challenges.