Gameday Fun with St Edward’s Football Academy! In Week 6, St Edward’s College came alive with energy and excitement as we hosted an epic gala day for local Catholic primary schools, welcoming both girls and boys for a day full of football fun. This special event was organised in collaboration with our Football Academy and also saw the return of our Opens champion football team, who generously came back after their HSC to help out on the day. Their presence and support added to the excitement and provided inspiration for the young athletes participating.  The day brought together students, staff, and young athletes from the community for an unforgettable experience. From thrilling matches that showcased incredible skills and teamwork to fun challenges like the crowd-favourite crossbar challenge and the always-entertaining penalty shootouts, the day was packed with action and laughter. Primary school students had the chance to play alongside and learn from our academy players, fostering a love for the game and creating special memories with their peers. The event highlighted the values of sportsmanship, community spirit, and collaboration, and we’re already looking forward to hosting the next one. Who’s ready to join in the fun again?   [foogallery id="56992"]

Click the YouTube link below for the latest Homeroom Edition of SECTV, hosted by Marcus Tredwell and Lawrence Ure.   [embed]https://youtu.be/D23w3ejraw0[/embed]

Today, enthusiastic Year 4 and 5 students, nominated by their Catholic primary schools, gathered at St Edward’s College for a special Visual Arts Enrichment Program. This inspiring event was organised by Ms Sarah Evans and Ms Jess Beagin, with support from talented Year 10 students from St Edward’s, Eden Pearson and Tom Perham and from St Joseph’s College, Eve Hitchcock and Alison O’Brien. The day was designed to spark a love for visual arts and creativity among the young participants. Throughout the day, students enjoyed a variety of engaging activities, including drawing with Copic markers, creating visual art diaries and lino printing. A heartfelt thank you to all the staff and students who helped make this event a success. Their dedication and hard work have made a lasting impact on these young, aspiring artists. [foogallery id="56686"]

On Wednesday 23 October, 145 eager Year 8 students stood in the dark on the basketball courts eager to set off on an adventure. The 6 am departure meant an early start for students, parents and teachers and many boys took the opportunity to make up for the early start with a nap during the 3 hour journey to Shell Cove. Killalea State Park is located between a river and two beautiful surf beaches and the boys really raised their step count walking to activities including surfing lessons, canoeing, snorkelling and beach sports. Evenings were spent cooking and playing trivia in their camp groups. Staff were impressed by student’s positive attitude, willingness to give things a go and the way the boys supported each other. A huge thank you to all of the teachers who gave up their time to make this possible and to the administration staff who worked very hard to ensure we had everything we needed for a terrific camp. [foogallery id="56453"]

On Monday 14 October, Year 10, accompanied by 13 enthusiastic staff members, headed to the Snowy Mountains. Our first stop was Suttons Forest McDonald’s to fuel up for the exciting week ahead, followed by a stretch break in Cooma, and then we arrived at our base camp, ALI Bungarra in Jindabyne. Tuesday greeted us with a chilly start, reminding us we were in the snowy mountains. The boys quickly engaged in the activities, which included a raft challenge on Lake Jindabyne, abseiling near the Jindabyne Dam, a hike up Mt Twynam - Australia's third highest mountain at 2,195 meters - and mountain biking. From Tuesday to Thursday evenings, four groups camped overnight in tents in Kosciuszko National Park, either at Island Bend or Thredbo Diggings. Fortunately, the weather was milder on Wednesday and Thursday, perfect for shorts and t-shirts. Each day, the boys faced physical challenges and rose to the occasion, though a few moans and groans - which goes with teenage territory - could be heard. The food was plentiful, and the boys expressed their gratitude. We witnessed some remarkable individual achievements as students overcame their fears, and many demonstrated incredible perseverance and resilience. As a whole, I couldn't be prouder of the entire cohort. Watching the boys shine outside the classroom and engage with one another in a supportive manner was truly rewarding. A big thank you to Mrs Kellie Atkinson for her exceptional administrative support and to the wonderful staff who cared for the boys throughout the week: Mrs Henderson, Mr Foster, Mr Isbester, Mr Kane, Mr Le Page, Mr Lynch, Mr Mills, Mr Gentle, Mr Papi, Mr Karakatsanis, Mr Buxton and Mr E Rozario. Year 10 Pastoral Leader Mr McCauley   [smallgallery fooid="56054"]    

As mentioned last term, we are excited to officially invite you to our very first Community Christmas Carols event! We are joining St Patrick’s Primary School, St Patrick’s Parish, and St Joseph’s College to bring together an evening that will truly capture the magic of the Christmas season. It’s going to be a night filled with festive fun, joyful performances, and wonderful community spirit—and we’d love to see your whole family there!  See the flyer below for more information.    

Year 12 Farewell Assembly: Celebrating Achievements at St Edward’s College. On Thursday, 26 September, the St Edward’s College community gathered in the ERC for a heartfelt Farewell Assembly to honor the Year 12 graduating class of 2024. Staff, students, and families came together to celebrate not only the culmination of high school but also the remarkable achievements of these young men during their time at the College. The event was filled with nostalgia and pride as the College community reflected on the academic excellence and resilience displayed by the Year 12 students. Special recognition was given to those who completed external study this year, a testament to their commitment to learning beyond traditional classroom boundaries. External study allows students to engage in independent research, projects, and coursework, fostering self-directed learning and a deeper understanding of their subjects. Among the graduates, several students received accolades for their accomplishments in vocational education, we also recognised the outstanding academic achievements of students across various subjects with the first and second place recipients. Towards the end of the assembly the major award recipients were announced including the College Dux. We are proud to announce Christopher Dodd is the 2024 College Dux.  A huge congratulations to Christopher and all the Award Recipients. After receiving a standing ovation from the College community, the College Leaders proceeded to the official tree planting ceremony, a long-standing College tradition, at the lower grounds of the College.  This fulfilled their final duty as St Edward's students and marked their induction into the College Old Boys' Union. See the link below for all award recipients. Award Recipients   [foogallery id="55751"]     Central Coast Council Library Service HSC Lock-In Tuggerah Library is hosting a HSC lock-in event and will be open after-hours over four Thursdays during October. Come in and cram for exams – we will supply Wi-Fi, snacks, and study space! Lock in sessions: Thursday 3 October, 5.30-8.30pm Thursday 10 October, 5.30-8.30pm Thursday 17 October, 5.30-8.30pm Thursday 24 October, 5.30-8.30pm Please note, this event is exclusively for Year 12 students. Reserve Your Place - Click Here  

The Year 12 Graduation Mass celebrated by Father Vince Casey was a fitting farewell for our students and their families. At this Mass one of our students, Abhishek Thomas responded to the Gospel. His response was insightful and exemplified the characteristics that as a staff we aspire to instill in our students after six years at St Edward’s College. The music provided by the students and our music staff was of the highest quality and provided much joy for those in attendance. During supper, after Mass, a wonderful convivial atmosphere prevailed in the foyer of the ERC as students, parents and the staff mingled. A highlight of the night was the rendition of the College song which will live long in the memory of our graduating class. The parent/staff choir surprised and impressed the congregation by performing two songs as a gift to the students. A big thank you to all those who contributed to this delightful occasion. All images and videos shown at the mass will be available in the coming weeks via a link sent to email addresses. Mr Beacroft Director of Mission [foogallery id="55668"]