INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY 023 ST PATRICK’S COLLEGE STRATHFIELD LUMEN 2024 COLLEGE CAPTAIN’S FINAL ADDRESS When I think back to my first memory associated with St Patrick’s College, I go back to a phone call I received from mum. Informing me of the news that I’ve been accepted into the blue, black and gold community. And my reaction involved me spinning around and around vibrantly, where I fell and thought to have broken my thumb for weeks. I think back and wonder why? Why was I so excited? So happy? All I really knew about this place, was that it was of such importance that mum had me practicing my responses to potential interview questions at the age of 11. Now in hindsight, my journey through SPC has been an immense blessing. Despite the various challenges in my personal life, this community in its entirety has never failed to support my family and I. As reflected on in my graduation address, the growth, both personally and as the Class of 2024, that has accompanied each obstacle, displays the true essence of what our College is all about, encouraging all to let their light shine through love and integrity, which perfectly encapsulated our theme for the year – “It is the smallest of all the seeds, but when it has grown, it is the greatest of shrubs and becomes a tree.” I’d like to thank all the staff and executive team members, who’ve been a part of our journey. In particular, I’d like to thank Mr Herro, for all his hard work as our Year Coordinator. You all, in unison with the broader SPC community, have played a part in enriching the cohort and I’s endeavours, particularly in our final year of the College. To the graduating Class of 2024, thank you for our story. I cannot Michael Sakr 2024 College Captain express how grateful I am to have led you throughout our final year in the gates of SPC. From the moment, we put on the black tie, we truly lived up to the vibrant school spirit that undermines the SPC culture, embracing the love and unity that stands at the forefront of our community. We can conclude this chapter of our lives, knowing that we have led the entire community in flying colours and with the comfort of the brotherly relationships that will live with us, many years into the future. So, in reflection, if I were to go back in time and receive that phone call from Mum again, telling me I’ve been accepted here into SPC, I would happily break my whole arm in celebration and joy, because being a part of the Class of 2024 and of this College community, is a blessing not many get to experience. From the bottom of my heart - Thank you. Luceat Lux Vestra! Dr Vittoria Lavorato And Michael Sakr Michael Sakr Addresses The Assembly
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTI3ODI1