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Kevin Hua - UN Youth National Conference
Pictured: Kevin Hua and Matala Kyemo (Year 12) with the Governor of Adelaide, Her Excellency The Honourable Frances Adamson AC, at the 2024 UN Youth South Australia State Conference
Year 12 student and College Captain, Kevin Hua, has been selected to participate in the 2024 UN Youth National Conference, in Brisbane these July school holidays.
The UN Youth National Conference is an intensive and immersive experience focusing on youth advocacy and civil education. It brings together young leaders from across Australia to engage in discussions, workshops, and simulations centred on global issues.
St Columba College Appoints New Principal
Earlier this year, Ms Leanne Carr announced that she will conclude her time as Principal at the end of the 2023 school year. I thank Leanne for her dedication, care and commitment over the past eight years as Principal and the significant contribution she has made to the St Columba College community over this time.
On behalf of the St Columba College Council I am delighted to advise you that Mr Darren Pitt has been appointed as Principal of St Columba College and will take up the role from the start of 2024.
Mr Bruno Vieceli | Chairperson, St Columba College Council
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F1 in Schools Team ‘Boost’ their way to National Finals
St Columba College’s F1 In Schools teams conquer the 2023 SA State Finals yet again!
With the exhilarating and highly competitive F1 In Schools SA State Finals 2023 now behind us, it's time to celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our students.
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St Columba College's Acknowledgement of Country
St Columba College is proud to launch our Acknowledgement of Country video. It includes a special Welcome to Country from Senior Kaurna Man, Uncle Mickey Kumatpi O'Brien.
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Year 8 Medieval Fair
In Week 3, our Year 8 students embarked on an immersive journey into the captivating world of medieval history and invention.
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The Premier’s Reading Challenge 2022 at the Junior School
The South Australian Premier’s Reading Challenge, which began in 2004, is now celebrating its 18th year. The College has successfully participated in the Premier’s Reading Challenge since its inception.
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St Columba College are F1 In Schools SA State Champions
The development class team, Magnitude—made up of Year 9 students, Jackson Eastwood, Bailey Thompson, Ben Keane, Jayden Heng, and Gabriel Jones—were crowned the SA Champions at the Reunion Return of the Royal Adelaide Show.
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Introducing Ziggy the Wellbeing Dog
St Columba College is excited to announce the launch of the 'Dogs Connect' program at our Junior School. This new wellbeing program will see the introduction of Ziggy, who will become a much-loved and important member of our community.
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Mr Arifi Selected as Judge for F1 In Schools National Finals in Melbourne
Middle/Senior teacher Mr Arifi recently travelled to Melbourne as a judge for the F1 In Schools National Finals in Melbourne.
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Middle School Building Update
Works have begun on this transformative project which will improve connection and flow across the Middle and Senior campuses and provide a welcoming and contemporary learning environment.