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|name = St Gregory's College |
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<BIG>'''St Gregory's College, Campbelltown'''</BIG> |
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|motto = ''Quae Seminaveris Metes''<br>([[Latin]]:"As you sow, so shall you reap")<ref name="AnnualReport">{{cite web|url = http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/introduction/school_report/rprt_2006.pdf|title = Annual School Report 2006|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007|format = PDF|work = Introduction|publisher = St Gregory's College}}</ref> |
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|established = 1926<ref name="SchoolChoice">{{cite web|url = http://www.schoolchoice.com.au/find_a_school?cid=12351&pid=2701992|title = St Gregory's College|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007|work = New South Wales|publisher = School Choice}}</ref> |
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[[Image:St Gregorys College Crest.jpg|center|220px|]]<br> |
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|type = [[Private school|Private]], [[Secondary school|Secondary]], [[Single-sex school|Single-sex]], [[Day school|Day]] & [[Boarding school|Boarding]] |
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Quae Seminaveris Metes<br> |
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|denomination = [[Roman Catholic Church in Australia|Roman Catholic]], [[Marist Brothers]] |
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''(What you sow, so shall you reap)'' |
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|key_people = Mr Marshal McMahon (Principal) |
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|fees = AU$3,500 p.a - AU$4,350 p.a (Day School)<br>AU$15,860 p.a - AU$16,710 p.a (Boarding School)<ref name="Fees07">{{cite web|url = http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/our_school/enrolment/fees/college_fees_2007.pdf|title = School Fee Policy and Charges - 2007|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007 |format = PDF|work = Enrolments|publisher = St Gregory's College|pages = p.2}}</ref> |
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|city = [[Campbelltown, New South Wales|Campbelltown]] |
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|state = [[New South Wales]] |
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|country = [[Australia]] {{flagicon|Australia}} |
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|enrolment = ~1,100<ref name="ABSA">{{cite web|url = http://www.boarding.org.au/site/school_detail.cfm?schID=80|title = St Gregory's College|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007 |work = New South Wales Schools|publisher = Australian Boarding Schools Association}}</ref> |
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|num_employ = ~68 (Full-time)<ref name="AnnualReport"/> |
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|colours = Maroon, Blue & Gold {{color box|#800000}}{{color box|#6495ED}}{{color box|#FFD700}} |
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|homepage = [http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/ www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au] |
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'''St Gregory's College''' (commonly referred to as '''St Greg's''') is a [[Roman Catholic Church|Catholic]], [[Secondary school|secondary]], [[Day school|day]] and [[boarding school]] for boys', located in [[Campbelltown, New South Wales|Campbelltown]], a [[South-western Sydney|south-western suburb]] of [[Sydney, New South Wales|Sydney]], [[New South Wales]], [[Australia]]. |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top">[[3 February]] [[1926]]</td> |
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Founded on [[3 February]] [[1926]] and conducted by the [[Marist Brothers]] since 1929, St Greg's has a non-selective enrolment policy and currently caters for approximately 1100 students from Years 7 to 12, including 180 boarders.<ref name="ABSA"/> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top"> Independent All Boys Private [[Catholic school|Catholic School]]</td> |
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The [[college]] is a school of the Diocese of [[Wollongong, New South Wales|Wollongong]],<ref name=Diocese>{{cite web |url=http://www.dow.org.au/62|title= Congregational Schools|accessdate=2007-10-14 |year =2007|work= Systemic Schools (CEO, Wollongong)|publisher=Catholic Diocese of Wollongong}}</ref> and is a member of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA),<ref name=AHISA>{{cite web |url=http://www.ahisa.com.au/Display.aspx?tabid=2230 |title=AHISA Schools: New South Wales |accessdate=2007-10-14 |year =2007 |month =April |work=New South Wales|publisher=Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia}}</ref> the Australian Boarding Schools' Association,<ref name=ABSA/> and the Association of Marist Schools of Australia.<ref name=AMSA>{{cite web |url=http://www.amsaust.asn.au/memberlinks.asp#s|title= Member School Links |accessdate=2007-10-14 |year =2007 |work=Member Schools|publisher=Association of Marist Schools of Australia}}</ref> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top">Br James Sweeney</td> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top"> Badgally Hill, [[Campbelltown]], [[New South Wales|NSW]] [[Australia]]</td> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top"> Approx. 900 Day students, 200 Boarders</td> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top">Semi-[[Rural]], 4 km²)</td> |
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<td style="border-top: solid 1px #ccd2d9; padding: 0.4em 1em 0.4em 0; vertical-align: top">[http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/ www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au]</td> |
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'''St Gregorys College''' is a [[Roman Catholic Church|Catholic]] [[secondary school]] in [[Campbelltown, New South Wales|Campbelltown]], [[New South Wales]], [[Australia]]. The College was founded on [[3 February]] [[1926]] and has been conducted by the [[Marist Brothers]] since [[1929]]. |
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==Location== |
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The College is located in Claymore, in the suburb of Campbelltown and approximately 43 km from the [[Sydney]] CBD. St. Gregory's is located on Badgally Hill, the highest peak between Sydney and the Great Dividing Range. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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===Early days=== |
===Early days=== |
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St Gregory's College commenced operations in 1925. The property on which the College is located was owned by Thomas Donovan who was a generous benefactor to the [[Catholic Church]]. In the early 1920’s he contacted the Marist Brothers about starting a school for boys' to help them learn the skills to have careers on the land. |
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St Gregory’s commenced operations as a boarding school on [[3 February]] [[1926]] with five [[brothers]] as staff, and two students. By the end of the year the student numbers had risen to ten. |
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St Gregory's College commenced operations in 1925. The property on which the College is located was owned by Thomas Donovan who was a generous benefactor to the Catholic Church. In the early 1920’s he contacted the Marist Brothers about starting a school for boys to help them learn the skills to have careers on the land. |
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In 1929 the estate was donated to the [[Marist Brothers]] by Mr Thomas Donovan. Donovan intended that St Gregory's College should exist for country boys whom he would endow with bursaries. Much of the early infrastructure was also donated by Mr Donovan, for example the [[Chapel]], [[classroom]]s and the first [[dormitory]]. |
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St Gregory’s commenced operations as a boarding school on [[3 February]] [[1926]] with five [[brothers]] as staff, and two students. By the end of the year the student numbers had climbed to ten. |
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The foundation [[Principal (school)|Principal]] in 1926 was Br Felix. However before the end of the first year he was recalled to his position at [[St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill]]. Br Laurentius who was on the staff took over the position. Br Laurentius was only 27 years old but suffered from ill health. Enrolments climbed to around 50 students despite the college not having main [[electricity]] or a reliable supply of water. |
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In [[1929]] the estate was gifted to the [[Marist Brothers]] by Mr [[Thomas Donovan]]. Mr Donovan intended that St Gregory's College should exist for country boys whom he would endow with bursaries. Much of the early infrastructure was also donated by Mr Donovan, for example the Chapel, classrooms and the first dormitory. |
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The [[Great Depression]] saw enrolments drop to ten students and the college was threatened with closure. Principal Br Laurentius died in 1933 after a long illness. Br Antoninus was appointed the new principal and led the College during the Depression years. |
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The foundation Principal in 1926 was Br Felix. However before the end of the first year he was recalled to his position at [[St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill|St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill]]. Br Laurentius who was on the staff took over the position. Br Laurentius was only 27 years old but suffered from ill health. Enrolments climbed to around 50 students despite the college not having mains electricity or a reliable supply of water. |
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The [[Great Depression]] saw enrolments drop to ten students and the college was threatened with closure. Principal Br Laurentius died in [[1933]] after a long illness. Br Antoninus was appointed the new principal and led the College during the Depression years. |
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===Post-Depression era=== |
===Post-Depression era=== |
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In 1937 Br William Molloy was appointed. Br Molloy had much experience as a principal as he had been a successful leader in several Marist schools before he came to St Gregory's. |
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Br Molloy did much to progress the college. He registered the college as an [[Agriculture|agricultural]] high school making it the first Catholic agricultural high school in Australia. Br Molloy also chose the College's [[motto]]: ''Quae Seminaveris Metes'' which is [[translated]] form [[Latin]] to mean ''"What you sow, so shall you reap"''. |
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In [[1937]] Br William Molloy was appointed. Br Molloy had much experience as a principal as he had been a successful leader in several [[Marist schools]] before he came to St Gregory’s. |
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Br Molloy did much to progress the college. He registered the college as an [[Agriculture|agricultural high school]] making it the first [[Catholic]] agricultural high school in Australia. Br Molloy also chose the College’s motto: Quae Seminaveris Metes which is translated form Latin to mean ‘What you sow, so shall you reap’. |
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Enrolments rose steadily but the perceived threat of Japanese invasion of Australia during the [[Second World War]] saw numbers rise dramatically. Br Ambrose Payne led the College during the |
Enrolments rose steadily but the perceived threat of [[Japanese]] invasion of Australia during the [[Second World War]] saw numbers rise dramatically due to the schools location away from [[Port Jackson|Sydney Harbour]]. Br Ambrose Payne led the College during the war years and during this time the main building for class rooms and dormitories was constructed. |
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===Post World War Two era=== |
===Post World War Two era=== |
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The period following the war saw Br William Molloy return to lead the college for a few years, followed by Br Valens and then Br Angelus. The College was stretched to its capacity with over 226 boarders. In 1957 the College welcomed back its first old boy principal, Br Coman Sykes. This time saw much growth and development. Ovals were levelled, the swimming pool was started and in 1962 the college chapel was opened. The college chapel was sponsored by old boys after Mr Len Sykes rallied ex-students across New South Wales in a fund raising tour. |
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Br Anselm became Principal in the 1960's. At that time the Campbelltown area was booming with a growth rate of 13% compared to the state average of 2%. The Wyndham Scheme changed the New South Wales schools system to provide for six years of [[secondary education]] instead of five. This caused great demand for places at the college. The number of day boys soon challenged those of many boarders. |
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The period following the war saw Br William Molloy return to lead the college for a few years, followed by Br Valens and then Br Angelus. The College was stretched to its capacity with over 226 boarders. In [[1957]] the College welcomed back its first old boy principal, Br Coman Sykes. This time saw much growth and development. Ovals were levelled, the swimming pool was started and in 1962 the college chapel was opened. The college chapel was sponsored by old boys after Mr Len Sykes rallied ex-students across [[New South Wales]] in a massive fund raising tour. |
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Br Anselm built a new class room and dormitory block in 1963 began a new project nearly every year. This period was of unprecedented change and growth. Br Anselm contracted [[cancer]] and he died in May, 1970. |
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Br Anselm became Principal in the 1960s. At that time the Campbelltown area was booming with a growth rate of 13% compared to the state average of 2%. The [[Wyndham Scheme]] changed the New South Wales schools system to provide for six years of secondary education instead of five. This caused great demand for places at the college. The number of day boys soon challenged those of many boarders. |
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Br Anselm built a new class room and dormitory block in [[1963]] began a new project nearly every year. This period was of unprecedented change and growth. Br Anselm contracted cancer and he died in May, [[1970]]. |
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In the years ahead Br Frederick for one year and then Br Clarence, Br Ernest, Br Geoffrey and Br William followed as Principals. Br Ernest initiated a comprehensive building programme of class rooms, computer rooms and dormitories. When Br William Connell opened the Year 12 boarding house the programme was complete. |
In the years ahead Br Frederick for one year and then Br Clarence, Br Ernest, Br Geoffrey and Br William followed as Principals. Br Ernest initiated a comprehensive building programme of class rooms, computer rooms and dormitories. When Br William Connell opened the Year 12 boarding house the programme was complete. |
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During the 1970's and 80's the College saw success in terms of academic results and sporting competitions. It was during this time that the college earned a reputation as the nursery for young [[National Rugby League|National Rugby League (NRL)]] stars. The college [[dairy]] closed in the early 1980's. |
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===The 1990s and beyond=== |
===The 1990s and beyond=== |
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For much of the 1990's St Gregory's was led by Br Paul Hough who has served the longest term as principal at the college. During this time he built new boarding houses for junior students and the college saw success in [[public speaking]] and [[debating]], [[musical]]s and agricultural competitions. Br Paul left the college at the end of 2000 to become principal at St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill. |
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In 2001 Mr Marshal McMahon was appointed as the first [[Laity|lay]] Principal of St Gregory's. Mr McMahon initiated several building projects including the Donovan Centre and the [[road]] reworks. The implementation of [[computer]] technology within the college has increased greatly during this period. |
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For much of the 1990s St Gregory's was led by Br Paul Hough who has served the longest term as principal at the college. During this time he built new boarding houses for junior students and the college’s reputation was enhanced through success in public speaking and debating, musicals and agricultural competitions. Br Paul left the college at the end of [[2000]] to become principal at [[St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill|St Joseph's College Hunters Hill]]. |
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At present the College is undergoing building renovations aimed at providing better facilities for the school body. These works involve the relocation of the Study Hall, [[Library]], staff room, administration and [[reception]] facilities. |
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In [[2001]] Mr Marshal McMahon was appointed as the first lay Principal of St Gregory’s. Mr McMahon has initiated several building projects including the Donovan Centre and the road reworks. The implementation of computer technology within the college has increased greatly during this period. |
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===Principals=== |
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At present the College is undergoing large building renovations aimed at providing better facilities for the school body. These works involve the relocation of the Study Hall, Library, staff room, administration and reception facilities. |
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|Br Felix |
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|Br Paul Ignatius Hough [[Order of Australia|AM]] |
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|Mr Marshal McMahon |
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==Campus== |
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The College is situated on a single 400 [[hectare]] (1,048 [[acre]]) [[campus]]<ref name="About">{{cite web|url = http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/index2.html|title = About Us |accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007 |work = Our School|publisher = St Gregory's College}}</ref> located in [[Claymore, New South Wales|Claymore]], in the suburb of Campbelltown and approximately 43 km from the [[Sydney central business district]]. St Gregory's is located on Badgally Hill, the highest [[peak]] between Sydney and the [[Great Dividing Range]]. |
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* Br Felix (1926) |
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* Br Laurentius (1926-1933) |
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* Br Antoninus (1934-1936) |
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* Br William Molloy (1937-1942, 1946-1951) |
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* Br Ambrose Payne (1943-1945) |
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* Br Valens |
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* Br Angelus |
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* Br Coman Sykes (1957-1999) |
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* Br Anselm |
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* Br Frederick |
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* Br Clarence |
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* Br Ernest |
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* Br Geoffrey |
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* Br William |
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* Br Paul Hough (1992-2000) |
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* Mr Marshal McMahon (2001-) |
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==College mottos== |
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*"Manners Make thy Man" 1926 - 1937, Inherited from the Donovan family |
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*"Quae Seminaveris Metes" (Latin - What you sow, so shall you reap) 1937 - Present, Chosen by the principal at the time, Brother William Molloy. |
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==Organisation== |
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===Marist Brothers=== |
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As a Marist school, Marist brothers have their own accommodation on the school grounds at the Br William Molloy building and Marist Brothers are also amongst the teaching staff. Saint Marcellin Champagnat was the founder of the Marist Brothers. In 2001, Mr Marshal McMahon became the first lay headmaster of the College. |
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===Boarding=== |
===Boarding=== |
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Boarders of St Gregory's College live in five houses named after significant Brothers in the College's history. Attached to each boarding house is a [[residence]] for a [[family]] who look after the house. Within the boarding house is accommodation for a live-in [[supervisor]]. |
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The boarding buildings provide single room [[accommodation]] for all students. Each house contains [[bathroom]]s with a [[laundry]], a [[common room]] equipped with [[kitchen]] facilities and internet in each boarding house and in each room in the Year 12 boarding house. |
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St Gregory’s provides accommodation during the school term for nearly two hundred students from Year 7 to Year 12. The philosophy of boarding at St Greg’s models the wishes of Marcellin Champagnat, the founder of the Marist Brothers. Marcellin implored the early Brothers to teach their students with great care, as if they were their own sons. The desire to build strong family connection between the boys, their families and the school is very evident at St Gregory’s. |
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==College mottos== |
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Boarders live in five houses named after significant Brothers in the College’s history – Br Valens, Br Fingal, Br Edgar, Br Alfred and Br Senan. Attached to each boarding house is a residence for a family who look after that house. Within the boarding house is accommodation for a live-in supervisor. This structure creates a strong partnership between the people in each house. The boys are cared for by a small number of people who spend a lot of time with their group of boarding students. |
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St Gregory's college has had two [[motto]]s since its foundation. |
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*''"Manners Make thy Man"'' 1926 - 1937, inherited from the Donovan family |
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*''"Quae Seminaveris Metes"'' 1937 - Present, [[translated]] from [[Latin]] as ''"What you sow, so shall you reap"''. Chosen by the principal at the time, Brother William Molloy. |
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==Marist Brothers== |
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The boarding accommodation and facilities are second to none. The modern buildings provide single room accommodation for all students. As well, each house contains bathrooms with a laundry, a common room equipped with kitchen facilities and internet in each boarding house and in each room in the yr 12 boarding house. |
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As a Marist school, Marist brothers have their own accommodation on the school grounds at the Br William Molloy building and Marist Brothers are also amongst the teaching staff. [[Saint Marcellin Champagnat]] was the founder of the Marist Brothers. In 2001, Mr Marshal McMahon became the first [[Laity|lay]] [[headmaster]] of the College. |
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==Co-curriculum== |
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===Sport=== |
===Sport=== |
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St Gregory's College has a strong reputation in Sport. St Gregory's is known for its success in [[Rugby League]] and also [[Cricket]]. With this years First XI winning the MCS competition, 2007 Australasian Marist Carnival and joint priemers in the Combined Catholic College's Downey Trophey, with 22 wins and 0 losses all season. Rugby League is very strong at the college as St Gregory's compete in the MCS competition and the Arrive Alive cup who have been champions on a record 9 occasions and Runners Up twice. Strong support from the college community is present at semi-finals and finals in the MCS competition and all Arrive Alive Cup matches. [[Rugby Union]] is also becoming part of the sporting culture at the college which the boarding community represents the college against teams in the [[Athletic Association of the Great Public Schools of New South Wales|GPS]] and [[Independent Schools Association|ISA]] sporting competitions. The college provides facillities for the students with 8 rugby league/union fields, 3 cricket fields, 3 football ([[Soccer]]) fields, [[swimming pool]], [[tennis court]]s, cricket nets, outdoor and indoor [[basketball court]]s and a college [[gymnasium]]. |
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Sports played at the college include: Rugby League, Cricket, Football (Soccer), [[Basketball]], Rugby Union, [[Australian Rules Football]], [[Touch Football]], [[Golf]], [[Tennis]], [[Athletics (track and field)|Athletics]], [[Cross country running|Cross Country]], [[Swimming]], and [[Softball]]. |
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St Gregory's College has a strong reputation in Sport over its 81 year history. St Gregory's is well known for its success in Rugby League and also Cricket. With this years First XI winning the MCS competition, 2007 Australasian Marist Carnival and joint priemers in the CCC Downey Trophey, with an impressive 22 wins and 0 losses all season. Rugby League is very strong at the college as St Gregory's compete in the MCS competition and the Arrive Alive cup who have been champions on a record 9 occasions and Runners Up twice. Strong vocal support from the college community especially from the boarding is present at semi-finals and finals in the MCS competition and all Arrive Alive Cup matches. Rugby Union is also becoming part of the sporting culture at the college which the boarding community represents the college against teams in the GPS and ISA sporting competitions. The college provides excellent facillities for the students in the college with providing 8 rugby league/union fields, 3 cricket fields, 3 football (Soccer) fields, swimming pool, tennis courts, cricket nets, outdoor and indoor basketball courts and a college gymnasium. |
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St Gregory's College is known as a [[nursery]] to the [[National Rugby League]] (NRL) with some notable players representing several NRL teams along with State and National honours with more recently [[Ryan Hoffman]] gaining selection in the Australian Test side which will come up against [[New Zealand]] on October 14th. Also grand final day 2007 each 3 grandfinals Jersey Flegg, Priemier League and the Nrl [[Telstra]] Premiership had a representative from St Gregory's College. |
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Sport that is played at the college includes: |
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===Debating and public speaking=== |
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* Rugby League |
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[[Debating]] and [[public speaking]] has had a long history at St Gregory's College. |
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* Cricket |
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* Football (Soccer) |
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* Basketball |
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* Rugby Union |
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* Australian Rules Football |
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* Touch Football |
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* Golf |
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* Tennis |
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* Athletics |
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* Cross Country |
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* Swimming |
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* Softball |
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* Chess |
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==House system== |
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St Gregory's College is known as a nursery to the NRL with some notable players representing several NRL teams along with State and National honours with more recently Ryan Hoffman gaining selection in the Australian Test side which will come up against New Zealand on October 14th. Also grand final day 2007 each 3 grandfinals Jersey Flegg, Priemier League and the Nrl Telstra Premiership had a representative from St Gregory's College. The notable NRL players include: |
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As with most Australian schools, St Gregory's utilises a [[house system]]. In 2007 the college adopted new sporting houses to the college community with several name changes and introduction of the Champagnat House Cup. The college house competition provides the chance for all boys to contribute to the success of their house, not just in sport but in every part of College life. The four new houses that were established are: |
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*'''Laurentian House''' Colour: Red, Motto: ''"Edurance produces character"'' |
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*'''Donovan House''' Colour: Gold, Motto: ''"To share with generosity"'' |
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*'''Molloy''' Colour: Blue, Motto: ''"Stand firm in your faith, act with courage"'' |
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*'''Killian House''' Colour: Green, Motto: ''"To be first, you must be a servant"'' |
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==Notable alumni== |
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* [[Trent Barrett]] |
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[[Alumnus]] of St Gregory's College are commonly referred to as 'Old Boys' and may choose to join the schools [[alumni association]], the St Gregory's College Old Boys Association.<ref name="OldBoys">{{cite web|url = http://www.stgregs.nsw.edu.au/index2.html|title = Old Boys Registration |accessdate = 2007-10-14|work = Our School|publisher = St Gregory's College}}</ref> Some notable 'Old Boys' include: |
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* [[Ryan Hoffman]] |
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* [[Chris Lawrence]] |
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* [[Tim Sheens]] |
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* [[Jason Taylor]] |
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* [[Peter Cusak]] |
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* [[Simon Bonnetti]] |
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* [[Stuart Flanagan]] |
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* [[Robbie Mears]] |
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* [[Matt Seers]] |
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* [[Eric Grothe]] (until year 10) |
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* [[Luke Quigley]] ([[Les Catalans]]) |
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* [[David Howell]] |
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===College House Competition=== |
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;Entertainment, Media and the Arts |
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*[[Peter Lloyd (ABC correspondent)|Peter Lloyd]] - South Asia correspondent for the [[Australian Broadcasting Corporation]] |
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;Politics, Public Service and the Law |
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In 2007 the college adopted new sporting houses to the college community with several name changes and introduction of the Champagnat House Cup. The college house competition provides the chance for all boys to contribute to the success of their house, not just in sport but in every part of College life. The Four 'new' houses that were established are: |
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*[[Steven Chaytor]] - [[Politician]]; [[Australian Labor Party]] member of the [[New South Wales Legislative Assembly]], representing the [[Electoral district of Macquarie Fields]] |
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*Benedict Paul Hardman - Member of the [[Victorian Legislative Assembly]] ([[Australian Labor Party|ALP]]), representing the [[Electoral district of Seymour]]<ref name="BHardman">{{cite web|url = http://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/re-member/bioregfull.cfm?mid=102|title = Hardman, Benedict ('Ben') Paul|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007|work = Re-Member|publisher = Parliament of Victoria}}</ref> |
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;Sport |
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'''* Laurentian House (Red)''' |
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* [[Trent Barrett]] - Rugby League player for [[Wigan]] in the [[Super League (Europe)|European Super League]]; Formerly played for the [[Illawarra Steelers]], [[New South Wales rugby league team|New South Wales]] and [[Australian Kangaroos|Australia]] |
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Motto: 'Edurance produces character.' |
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* Simon Bonnetti - Rugby League |
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* [[Peter Cusack (rugby league)|Peter Cusak]] - Rugby League player; Currently co-captain of [[South Sydney Rabbitohs|South Sydney]]<ref name="PCusack">{{cite web|url = http://www.souths.com.au/football/player.asp?PlayerID=2394 |title = Peter Cusack|accessdate = 2007-10-14|year = 2007|work= Player Profile|publisher = South Sydney Rabbitohs}}</ref> |
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* Stuart Flanagan - Rugby League player for the [[Wests Tigers 2007|Wests Tigers]] |
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* [[Eric Grothe]]<!-- Jr or Sr?? --> - Rugby League |
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* [[Ryan Hoffman]] - Rugby League player for the [[Melbourne Storm]] (Class of 2002)<ref name="RHorrman">{{cite news| author = AAP| title = Storm snaps up schoolboy star| url = http://www.theage.com.au/articles/2002/07/24/1027497353622.html| work = Sport| publisher = The Age| date = 2002-07-25| accessdate = 2007-10-14}}</ref> |
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* [[David Howell (rugby league)|David Howell]] - Rugby League player for the [[Canberra Raiders]] |
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* [[Chris Lawrence (rugby league)|Chris Lawrence]] - Rugby League player for the [[Wests Tigers]]<ref name="CLawrence">{{cite news| first = Vera | last = Bertola | title = Emergence of a kid with star quality | url = http://www.liverpoolleader.com.au/article/2007/08/08/2625_sports.html| work = Rugby League| publisher = Liverpool Leader| date = 2007-08-08| accessdate = 2007-10-14}}</ref> |
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* Robbie Mears - Rugby League |
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* [[Luke Quigley]] - Rugby League player, formerly of the [[Newcastle Knights]]; Currently of the French [[Super League]] club [[Catalans Dragons]] |
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* [[Matt Seers]] - Former Rugby League player for the [[North Sydney Bears]], [[Wests Tigers]] and [[Wakefield Trinity]] |
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* [[Tim Sheens]] - [[National Rugby League|NRL]] coach for the [[Wests Tigers]] (also attended St Dominic's College, Kingswood) |
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* [[Jason Taylor (rugby league)|Jason Taylor]] - Former Rugby League player for [[Western Suburbs Magpies|Wests]], [[North Sydney Bears|Norths]], the [[Northern Eagles]], and [[Parramatta Eels|Parramatta]]; Record holder for [[List of NRL records#Most points scored|most career points]] in the [[National Rugby League]] |
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==References== |
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'''* Donovan House (Gold)''' |
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Motto: 'To share with generosity.' |
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'''* Molloy (Blue)''' |
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Motto: Stand firm in your faith, act with courage.' |
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'''* Killian House, (Green)''' |
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Motto: 'To be first, you must be a servant. |
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==College Song== |
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[[Sub tuum praesidium]] confugimus, confugimus<br> |
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Sancta Dei Genetrix, Sancta Dei Genetrix.<br> |
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Nostras deprecationes ne despicias ne despicias<br> |
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In necessitatibus nostris,<br> |
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sed a periculis cunctis,<br> |
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libera nos semper,<br> |
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Virgo gloriosa,<br> |
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et benedicta.<br> |
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Sub tuum praesidium confugimus, confugimus<br> |
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Sancta Dei Genetrix, Sancta Dei Genetrix.<br> |
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A new more personal school song was written by Mr Jude Hennesey and first sang during mid 2007. |
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The cross on our hill shines for all to see,<br> |
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it stands proud and stron forever may it be,<br> |
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a sign of our bonds our strength our unity,<br> |
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in God who gave all for us to live eternally.<br> |
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Chorus: |
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Saint Gregory's Saint Gregory's,<br> |
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Quae Seminavaris Metes,<br> |
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Saint Gregory's Saint Gregory's,<br> |
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Strong minds gentle hearts we seek,<br> |
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stand together and defeat,<br> |
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Saint Gregory's.<br> |
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Men of the bush who know and love the land,<br> |
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with city mates join who come to understand,<br> |
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a life is God fullness we are called to dream,<br> |
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rise up together, together as one team.<br> |
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United as one, divided we fall,<br> |
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the past holds our wisdom, the future holds our goles,<br> |
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young men of Greg's who never turn in fear,<br> |
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with faithful hearts cherish this home we hold so dear.<br> |
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==Debating and public speaking== |
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Debating and public speaking has had a long history at St Gregory's College. |
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===Debating co-ordinators=== |
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* 1989: Mr Steve Lo Cascio and Mrs Lindell Bailey (Tutors) |
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* 1990 - 1991: Mr Steve Lo Cascio |
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* 1992 - 1993: Ms Rogan Burns |
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* 1994 - 1999: Mr Peter Baz |
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* 2000 - 2004: Mrs Vivienne Hayle |
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* 2005 - : Mr Tom Greally |
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===Debating and public speaking captains=== |
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* 2000: Joshua Scott |
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* 2001: Michael Gleeson |
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* 2002: Matthew Willis and Pat O'Doherty |
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* 2003: Robert McCarthy |
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* 2004: Dayne Kayem and Josh Tipping |
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* 2005: Denis Hunter |
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The highlights in recent years have been the year seven A team of 2001, captained by Geoffrey Sykes, winning the CSDA competition undefeated, and Kyle Sheldrick representing his school and state at the National Public Speaking championships in Adelaide, where they won the impromptu section. |
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== See also == |
== See also == |
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* [[List of Non-Government schools in New South Wales]] |
* [[List of Non-Government schools in New South Wales]] |
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==References== |
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==External links== |
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*[http://www.yiffstar.com/ St Gregory's College Website] |
*[http://www.yiffstar.com/ St Gregory's College Website] |
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*[http://fchan.us Br/ Daniel's St Gregory's College Website] |
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*[http://www.mudfall.com/ Marist Brothers Website] |
*[http://www.mudfall.com/ Marist Brothers Website] |
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*[http://www.maristoz.edu.au/schools/education/lavalla/2002may/page13.html Lavalla Journal: Donovan Centre] |
*[http://www.maristoz.edu.au/schools/education/lavalla/2002may/page13.html Lavalla Journal: Donovan Centre] |
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St Gregory's College (commonly referred to as St Greg's) is a Catholic, secondary, day and boarding school for boys', located in Campbelltown, a south-western suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Founded on 3 February 1926 and conducted by the Marist Brothers since 1929, St Greg's has a non-selective enrolment policy and currently caters for approximately 1100 students from Years 7 to 12, including 180 boarders.[1]
The college is a school of the Diocese of Wollongong,[2] and is a member of the Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia (AHISA),[3] the Australian Boarding Schools' Association,[1] and the Association of Marist Schools of Australia.[4]
History
Early days
St Gregory's College commenced operations in 1925. The property on which the College is located was owned by Thomas Donovan who was a generous benefactor to the Catholic Church. In the early 1920’s he contacted the Marist Brothers about starting a school for boys' to help them learn the skills to have careers on the land.
St Gregory’s commenced operations as a boarding school on 3 February 1926 with five brothers as staff, and two students. By the end of the year the student numbers had risen to ten.
In 1929 the estate was donated to the Marist Brothers by Mr Thomas Donovan. Donovan intended that St Gregory's College should exist for country boys whom he would endow with bursaries. Much of the early infrastructure was also donated by Mr Donovan, for example the Chapel, classrooms and the first dormitory.
The foundation Principal in 1926 was Br Felix. However before the end of the first year he was recalled to his position at St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill. Br Laurentius who was on the staff took over the position. Br Laurentius was only 27 years old but suffered from ill health. Enrolments climbed to around 50 students despite the college not having main electricity or a reliable supply of water.
The Great Depression saw enrolments drop to ten students and the college was threatened with closure. Principal Br Laurentius died in 1933 after a long illness. Br Antoninus was appointed the new principal and led the College during the Depression years.
Post-Depression era
In 1937 Br William Molloy was appointed. Br Molloy had much experience as a principal as he had been a successful leader in several Marist schools before he came to St Gregory's.
Br Molloy did much to progress the college. He registered the college as an agricultural high school making it the first Catholic agricultural high school in Australia. Br Molloy also chose the College's motto: Quae Seminaveris Metes which is translated form Latin to mean "What you sow, so shall you reap".
Enrolments rose steadily but the perceived threat of Japanese invasion of Australia during the Second World War saw numbers rise dramatically due to the schools location away from Sydney Harbour. Br Ambrose Payne led the College during the war years and during this time the main building for class rooms and dormitories was constructed.
Post World War Two era
The period following the war saw Br William Molloy return to lead the college for a few years, followed by Br Valens and then Br Angelus. The College was stretched to its capacity with over 226 boarders. In 1957 the College welcomed back its first old boy principal, Br Coman Sykes. This time saw much growth and development. Ovals were levelled, the swimming pool was started and in 1962 the college chapel was opened. The college chapel was sponsored by old boys after Mr Len Sykes rallied ex-students across New South Wales in a fund raising tour.
Br Anselm became Principal in the 1960's. At that time the Campbelltown area was booming with a growth rate of 13% compared to the state average of 2%. The Wyndham Scheme changed the New South Wales schools system to provide for six years of secondary education instead of five. This caused great demand for places at the college. The number of day boys soon challenged those of many boarders.
Br Anselm built a new class room and dormitory block in 1963 began a new project nearly every year. This period was of unprecedented change and growth. Br Anselm contracted cancer and he died in May, 1970.
In the years ahead Br Frederick for one year and then Br Clarence, Br Ernest, Br Geoffrey and Br William followed as Principals. Br Ernest initiated a comprehensive building programme of class rooms, computer rooms and dormitories. When Br William Connell opened the Year 12 boarding house the programme was complete.
During the 1970's and 80's the College saw success in terms of academic results and sporting competitions. It was during this time that the college earned a reputation as the nursery for young National Rugby League (NRL) stars. The college dairy closed in the early 1980's.
The 1990s and beyond
For much of the 1990's St Gregory's was led by Br Paul Hough who has served the longest term as principal at the college. During this time he built new boarding houses for junior students and the college saw success in public speaking and debating, musicals and agricultural competitions. Br Paul left the college at the end of 2000 to become principal at St. Joseph's College, Hunters Hill.
In 2001 Mr Marshal McMahon was appointed as the first lay Principal of St Gregory's. Mr McMahon initiated several building projects including the Donovan Centre and the road reworks. The implementation of computer technology within the college has increased greatly during this period.
At present the College is undergoing building renovations aimed at providing better facilities for the school body. These works involve the relocation of the Study Hall, Library, staff room, administration and reception facilities.
Principals
Period | Details |
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1926 | Br Felix |
1926 – 1933 | Br Laurentius |
1934 – 1936 | Br Antoninus |
1937 – 1942 1946 – 1951 |
Br William Molloy |
1943 – 1945 | Br Ambrose Payne |
Br Valens | |
Br Angelus | |
1957 – ? | Br Coman Sykes |
Br Anselm | |
Br Frederick | |
Br Clarence | |
Br Ernest | |
Br Geoffrey | |
Br William | |
1992 – 2000 | Br Paul Ignatius Hough AM |
2001 – Present | Mr Marshal McMahon |
Campus
The College is situated on a single 400 hectare (1,048 acre) campus[5] located in Claymore, in the suburb of Campbelltown and approximately 43 km from the Sydney central business district. St Gregory's is located on Badgally Hill, the highest peak between Sydney and the Great Dividing Range.
Boarding
Boarders of St Gregory's College live in five houses named after significant Brothers in the College's history. Attached to each boarding house is a residence for a family who look after the house. Within the boarding house is accommodation for a live-in supervisor.
The boarding buildings provide single room accommodation for all students. Each house contains bathrooms with a laundry, a common room equipped with kitchen facilities and internet in each boarding house and in each room in the Year 12 boarding house.
College mottos
St Gregory's college has had two mottos since its foundation.
- "Manners Make thy Man" 1926 - 1937, inherited from the Donovan family
- "Quae Seminaveris Metes" 1937 - Present, translated from Latin as "What you sow, so shall you reap". Chosen by the principal at the time, Brother William Molloy.
Marist Brothers
As a Marist school, Marist brothers have their own accommodation on the school grounds at the Br William Molloy building and Marist Brothers are also amongst the teaching staff. Saint Marcellin Champagnat was the founder of the Marist Brothers. In 2001, Mr Marshal McMahon became the first lay headmaster of the College.
Co-curriculum
Sport
St Gregory's College has a strong reputation in Sport. St Gregory's is known for its success in Rugby League and also Cricket. With this years First XI winning the MCS competition, 2007 Australasian Marist Carnival and joint priemers in the Combined Catholic College's Downey Trophey, with 22 wins and 0 losses all season. Rugby League is very strong at the college as St Gregory's compete in the MCS competition and the Arrive Alive cup who have been champions on a record 9 occasions and Runners Up twice. Strong support from the college community is present at semi-finals and finals in the MCS competition and all Arrive Alive Cup matches. Rugby Union is also becoming part of the sporting culture at the college which the boarding community represents the college against teams in the GPS and ISA sporting competitions. The college provides facillities for the students with 8 rugby league/union fields, 3 cricket fields, 3 football (Soccer) fields, swimming pool, tennis courts, cricket nets, outdoor and indoor basketball courts and a college gymnasium.
Sports played at the college include: Rugby League, Cricket, Football (Soccer), Basketball, Rugby Union, Australian Rules Football, Touch Football, Golf, Tennis, Athletics, Cross Country, Swimming, and Softball.
St Gregory's College is known as a nursery to the National Rugby League (NRL) with some notable players representing several NRL teams along with State and National honours with more recently Ryan Hoffman gaining selection in the Australian Test side which will come up against New Zealand on October 14th. Also grand final day 2007 each 3 grandfinals Jersey Flegg, Priemier League and the Nrl Telstra Premiership had a representative from St Gregory's College.
Debating and public speaking
Debating and public speaking has had a long history at St Gregory's College.
House system
As with most Australian schools, St Gregory's utilises a house system. In 2007 the college adopted new sporting houses to the college community with several name changes and introduction of the Champagnat House Cup. The college house competition provides the chance for all boys to contribute to the success of their house, not just in sport but in every part of College life. The four new houses that were established are:
- Laurentian House Colour: Red, Motto: "Edurance produces character"
- Donovan House Colour: Gold, Motto: "To share with generosity"
- Molloy Colour: Blue, Motto: "Stand firm in your faith, act with courage"
- Killian House Colour: Green, Motto: "To be first, you must be a servant"
Notable alumni
Alumnus of St Gregory's College are commonly referred to as 'Old Boys' and may choose to join the schools alumni association, the St Gregory's College Old Boys Association.[6] Some notable 'Old Boys' include:
- Entertainment, Media and the Arts
- Peter Lloyd - South Asia correspondent for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation
- Politics, Public Service and the Law
- Steven Chaytor - Politician; Australian Labor Party member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, representing the Electoral district of Macquarie Fields
- Benedict Paul Hardman - Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly (ALP), representing the Electoral district of Seymour[7]
- Sport
- Trent Barrett - Rugby League player for Wigan in the European Super League; Formerly played for the Illawarra Steelers, New South Wales and Australia
- Simon Bonnetti - Rugby League
- Peter Cusak - Rugby League player; Currently co-captain of South Sydney[8]
- Stuart Flanagan - Rugby League player for the Wests Tigers
- Eric Grothe - Rugby League
- Ryan Hoffman - Rugby League player for the Melbourne Storm (Class of 2002)[9]
- David Howell - Rugby League player for the Canberra Raiders
- Chris Lawrence - Rugby League player for the Wests Tigers[10]
- Robbie Mears - Rugby League
- Luke Quigley - Rugby League player, formerly of the Newcastle Knights; Currently of the French Super League club Catalans Dragons
- Matt Seers - Former Rugby League player for the North Sydney Bears, Wests Tigers and Wakefield Trinity
- Tim Sheens - NRL coach for the Wests Tigers (also attended St Dominic's College, Kingswood)
- Jason Taylor - Former Rugby League player for Wests, Norths, the Northern Eagles, and Parramatta; Record holder for most career points in the National Rugby League
References
- ^ a b Cite error: The named reference
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was invoked but never defined (see the help page). - ^ "Congregational Schools". Systemic Schools (CEO, Wollongong). Catholic Diocese of Wollongong. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ "AHISA Schools: New South Wales". New South Wales. Association of Heads of Independent Schools of Australia. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
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- ^ "About Us". Our School. St Gregory's College. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ "Old Boys Registration". Our School. St Gregory's College. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ "Hardman, Benedict ('Ben') Paul". Re-Member. Parliament of Victoria. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ "Peter Cusack". Player Profile. South Sydney Rabbitohs. 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ AAP (2002-07-25). "Storm snaps up schoolboy star". Sport. The Age. Retrieved 2007-10-14.
- ^ Bertola, Vera (2007-08-08). "Emergence of a kid with star quality". Rugby League. Liverpool Leader. Retrieved 2007-10-14.