Whole School

"To participate in an occupation day in day out that aims at putting others before you, makes us students feel very valuable and important."

On Friday 30 October we celebrated World Teacher’s Day. It was a great opportunity to thank our teachers for the wonderful work they do. Teaching is a noble profession which helps shape our youth before they go on to create a bright future. Here are some messages of thanks from our students:

To choose a career in teaching shows a dedication to serve others above all. How privileged are we all to have such a great community of teachers that not only share their knowledge but teach us life skills with a bit of banter along the way. I remember fondly every teacher I have ever had and cherish those memories. From all of us to all of you - THANK YOU! 

Paul Akle (Year 10)

The passion that every teacher in our community demonstrates is second to none. Their knowledge and engaging lessons make coming to school so enjoyable. To participate in an occupation day in day out that aims at putting others before you, makes us students feel very valuable and important. From all of the students, we are very grateful. 

Blake Timillero (Year 10) 

Good teachers are the reason why ordinary students dream to do extraordinary things. This rings true here in our community at St Pat’s. We are so lucky to have these teachers who constantly go out of their way to make all things possible. Their guidance and knowledge are second to none, which makes it hard to not remember a teacher that has had you before. From all of us to all of you - THANK YOU! 

Michael Bejjani (Year 10) 

Thank you for being a truly outstanding teacher. Your passion for teaching and your dedication to your students is obvious in everything you do. We are so lucky to have been taught and inspired by you day in and day out. We hope you know the priceless impact you are making in so many lives. No words could explain the gratitude we have for all of our fondest memories. From all to you, Thank You! 

George Lahoud (Year 7) 

Thank you for changing my world. Thank you for taking the time every day to teach us. this shows how dedicated you are in changing young students lives. Happy Teachers Day! Wishing you joy and happiness, you are an amazing teacher, and you only deserve the best that comes your way for the future.  

Michael Boustany (Year 7)

Thanks to all the teachers at SPC; you really make the community what it is. Being a teacher isn’t an easy job and we thank you for all the times that you have come into work, not just to do your jobs but to teach us and fill us with knowledge. Thank you, teachers, for everything that you do for us day in and day out, we all really appreciate it. 

Michael Sakr, Daniel De Pasquale, Sebastien Garzaniti and Jeremy Simonetto (Year 8)

I just wanted to thank all the teachers for being amazing to us. We thank you for all the hard work you put into your interesting, enjoyable lessons. I feel so fortunate to have been placed in your class. You have amazed and inspired me daily and for that I am thankful because you are truly a wonderful people. As a teacher you gave me the tools, I need to face my future. You are the spark, the inspiration, the guide, the candle to my life. I am deeply thankful that God has created people like you. Happy teachers Day! 

Anthony Laggis (Year 9)

Nikki Fochesato

Community Liaison Officer

Recognition for Commitment and Service

Staff from EREA schools around Australia can be nominated each year for their commitment and service to the Touchstones in their community. This year the College nominated three outstanding teachers.  

Janine Timillero for Liberating Education because of her advocacy for high potential learners, hands-on mentoring of teachers and her work both in and beyond the school in philosophical education.

Meagan Compton for Inclusive Community because of her collaborative work to integrate Junior School and High School administration practices and her contribution to the EREA Women in Leadership agenda.

Matthew Herro for Justice & Solidarity because of his ongoing leadership in this field, his time spent with our partners in Alice Springs this year and for being a role model for the young men of the College.

Congratulations and thank-you to these three pillars of our community.

Gillian Daley

Director of Identity