Principal's Message

Dear Saint Ignatius College community members,

Mosaic Evening – Thursday 19 November 2026

Our annual Mosaic Evening is a wonderful celebration of the many talents, achievements and contributions that make our College community so special. I warmly encourage all members of our community to join us on Thursday, 19 November, at Costa Hall, Deakin Waterfront Campus (Brougham Street, Geelong), for what promises to be a delightful and uplifting celebration of the 2026 school year.

Attendance is compulsory for all Year 7 students, and we strongly encourage students in Years 8 to 12 to attend and be part of this special occasion.

The evening will commence at 6.00 pm with the Student Art and Technology Display in the Costa Hall foyer. This will be followed by the main celebration in the auditorium at 7.00 pm, concluding at approximately 9.00 pm. Parents are asked to make arrangements for their children’s transport to and from Costa Hall. All students are expected to wear their full school uniform, including their blazer.

Over the years, Mosaic has received very positive feedback from our community and has become an important event on our College calendar. It provides an opportunity to celebrate student achievement across a range of areas, recognise the diverse talents of our students and, importantly, strengthen our shared sense of belonging and community. I encourage parents and families to support this special occasion by attending and joining us in celebrating all that has been achieved throughout the year.

For organisational purposes, tickets are required for all family members and guests, although students do not require a ticket. Tickets are free and can be booked through https://events.humanitix.com/m... Families are most welcome to invite grandparents, extended family members and friends to share in the celebration.

I look forward to seeing as many members of our College community as possible at what is always a memorable evening.

Year 12 Examinations and Pathways

Our Year 12 VCE students, along with their peers across Victoria, are now well into their final examination period. Many of our students have already completed two or more examinations since last Tuesday, with this week being particularly demanding. These examinations represent the culmination of considerable effort, commitment and learning throughout their senior years.

I encourage our community to keep these students in their thoughts and prayers as they continue their revision and prepare for their remaining examinations. We wish them every success and hope they can approach each assessment with confidence, demonstrate their learning and achieve the results of which they are capable.

Our Year 12 VCE Vocational Major (VM) students have now completed their classes for the year. I wish them every success as they take their next steps towards employment, apprenticeships or further vocational study. Some have already commenced apprenticeships, while others are preparing to enrol in vocational courses next year. This is an important transition in their lives, and I congratulate them on reaching this significant milestone.

I also acknowledge the valuable support provided by our Pathways and Careers Team, who have worked closely with students and families throughout the year as they explore and make decisions about their future pathways. The team remains available for the remainder of the year and into 2027 to assist any student or parent seeking advice or information about further study, training, courses or employment. Please contact the College office to arrange assistance.

Remembrance Day

Next Wednesday, 11 November, we will pause as a College community to commemorate Remembrance Day and honour the men and women who have served and sacrificed in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.

A short memorial service will be held for students and staff during class time. At the beginning of Lesson Three, shortly after 11.00 am, the College will be called to attention. Under the supervision of their teachers, students will remain in their classrooms and give their full attention to the ceremony, which will be broadcast via video in each classroom.

Remembrance Day provides an important opportunity for our students to reflect on the courage, sacrifice and service of others, and to remember the importance of peace.

Ordination of Former Student Rhys Lowther

I am delighted to share the wonderful news that former Saint Ignatius College student, Rhys Lowther (Class of 2017), will be ordained as a Catholic priest. This is a significant and joyful occasion for Rhys, his family and all those who have supported and encouraged him throughout his journey of faith and vocation.

For our College community, it is particularly meaningful to see a former student respond so generously to God's call. We are very proud of Rhys and give thanks for his vocation and his commitment to serving the Church and the wider community.

Rhys will be ordained on Saturday, 14 November 2026, at 10.00 am at St Patrick's Cathedral, East Melbourne. I am particularly pleased that ten of our senior students, accompanied by several staff members, will join me at the Cathedral to represent the College and share in this significant occasion.

His First Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 15 November 2026, at 1.00 pm at St Anthony's Catholic Church, Lara.

We will hold Rhys, his family and his future ministry in our thoughts and prayers at this very special time. May God bless him abundantly as he begins his priestly ministry and continues to guide him in his vocation of service to God and His people.

Best wishes for the next fortnight.

Michael Exton | Principal