This week we say goodbye to our Year 12 students as they conclude their formal classes and shift their focus to final preparations for the HSC Examinations. This remarkable group of young men has upheld the tradition of excellence that defines our school.

The College Founder’s Day celebration last Friday was a truly memorable event, marked by a vibrant community spirit. Staff and students came together for a day filled with enjoyable activities, all aimed at supporting our Edmund Rice partners in Kenya.

On Friday September 6 the College will be participating in our biannual Edmund Rice Founders Day. This day is set aside every second year to celebrate our Edmund Rice charism. This day highlights our commitment to the two touchstones of Inclusive Community and Justice and Solidarity

These prefects were selected through a rigorous process involving a detailed written application and student and staff voting. On Wednesday August 14, these students participated in a Leadership Induction Day at Killcare Surf Club facilitated by Mr Powell, Ms Connor, Mr Herringe and me.

On Wednesday July 24 the College Community gathered to celebrate the academic achievements of students throughout Semester 1. A new process for acknowledging student academic achievement has been introduced this year to align more closely with the College Learner Profile which was implemented throughout 2023.

On Saturday June 26 the most Reverend Bishop Anthony Randazzo celebrated Mass at St Patrick’s Parish, East Gosford during which six students from St Edward’s received the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Reconciliation or Holy Communion.