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    Term Dates

    Term Dates 2019

    Term 1

    Day Date Event
    Wednesday 23 January New Staff Induction Day
    Thursday 24 January Staff Day #1
    Friday 25 January Staff Day #2
    Monday 28 January Australia Day – Public Holiday
    Tuesday 29 January Staff Day #3
    Boarder Travel Day
    Wednesday 30 January TERM ONE COMMENCES
    Monday 4 March Year 12 Parent Teacher Interviews
    Thursday 11 April TERM ONE CONCLUDES 3.30pm
    Friday 12 April Staff Day #4
    Boarder Travel Day

      

    Term 2

    Day Date Event
    Monday 29 April Staff Day #5
    Boarder Travel Day
    Tuesday 30 April TERM TWO COMMENCES
    Friday 7 June Boarder Travel Day – No classes
    Monday 10 June Queen’s Birthday – Public Holiday (Boarding house opens 2.00pm)
    Thursday 27 June TERM TWO CONCLUDES 3.30pm
    Parent Teacher Interviews 4.00pm – 9.00pm
    Friday 28 June Staff Day #6
    Boarder Travel Day

     

    Term 3

    Day Date Event
    Monday 22 July Parent Teacher Interviews
    Boarder Travel Day
    Tuesday 23 July TERM THREE COMMENCES
    Monday 29 July Parent Teacher Interviews 4.00pm – 9.00pm
    Thursday 26 September Valete Assembly
    TERM THREE CONCLUDES
    Friday 27 September Boarder Travel Day – No classes

     

    Term 4

    Day Date Event
    Monday 14 October Staff Day #7
    Boarder Travel Day
    Tuesday 15 October TERM FOUR COMMENCES
    Wednesday 4 December Speech Day Assembly
    TERM FOUR CONCLUDES
    Thursday 5 December Staff Day #8 (Christmas)
    Friday 6 December No classes for Teachers & Students
     

    College Calendar

    News & Events

    • A Message from the Principal

      Dear Members of the College Community,

      Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview is committed to ensuring that our community is kept fully informed regarding all matters of child protection including issues relating to historic abuse.

      Following the recent conviction and sentencing of former Jesuit Victor Higgs, the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus has engaged the former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, the Honourable Marilyn Warren AC QC, to independently review the circumstances surrounding Victor Higgs’ move from St Ignatius’ Athelstone to Riverview and publish the findings.

      Director of Professional Standards Simon Davies said:

      “We understand and acknowledge the concern people have about how the Jesuits may have handled complaints about Higgs in the past, and the need to understand the circumstances of Higgs’ move from Adelaide to Sydney at the end of 1970.”

      “We have therefore, in consultation with those who have ­experienced abuse, appointed an independent expert to review the Higgs files and witnesses. We have shared all our documents and witnesses regarding Higgs with the police in both South Australia and New South Wales to assist with their investigations and will continue to do so if new information comes to hand.’’

      The College welcomes and supports the review and will continue to keep our community fully informed as circumstances require.”

      I would like to take the opportunity to reiterate our unreserved apology to the victims of Victor Higgs at Riverview for the suffering they have endured as a result of his criminal acts. I invite you to read that here.

      The Province has also announced it has been accepted as a participating institution under the National Redress Scheme for those who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse. Information about the scheme and how to apply for redress can we found at https://www.nationalredress.gov.au/

      Please do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss any of these matters.

      Yours sincerely,

      Dr Paul Hine
      Principal

    • Congratulations Class of 2018

      The Principal, Rector, staff, parents and community of Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview congratulates the graduating class of 2018 on their outstanding academic achievements in the 2018 Higher School Certificate (HSC).

      This year’s HSC results are a tribute to the dedication and commitment of each student, his family and his teachers.

      In 2018, 309 students completed examinations for the Higher School Certificate. 241 of these were Year 12 students in addition to 67 Year 11 students and one Year 8 student who accelerated in one or more of the following subjects: Studies of Religion 1 unit, Mathematics, Engineering Studies and Information Processes and Technology.

      2018 RECIPIENTS OF THE NSW PREMIER’S AWARD

      Benjamin de Berg
      Patrick Fuccilli
      Sean (Xiao) Gong
      Xavier Anthony Westleigh Harrison
      Mitchell Ryan Hope
      Zachary McEwan Marshall
      Thomas John Newell
      James Anthony Osborne
      Richard Andrew Rutherford
      Dallas Trent Torresan
      Nicholas David van Beek

       

      NSW PREMIER’S AWARD COUNT

      Yr 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
      Total 10 13 12 11 10 16 8 12 11

       

      NUMBER OF RIVERVIEW STUDENTS ACHIEVING HSC BAND 6/E4

      Yr 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
      E4 53 51 48 51 48 62 55 66 41
      Band 6 269 242 266 254 258 242 294 347 272
      Total 322 293 314 305 306 304 349 413 313

       

      NSW SUBJECT RANKING

      2nd James Osborne Chinese Con
      4th Mitchell Hope Economics
      5th Patrick Fuccilli SOR 1
      8th Benjamin de Berg SOR 1
      9th Alexander Morton Engineering
      10th Mitchell Hope Maths Ext 1
      20th Saxon Gillies PDHPE

       

      Click here to read the detail report

    • A Message from the Principal

      Dear Members of the College Community,

      I am writing to share with you what I witnessed today in a Sydney Court at the sentencing of former Jesuit Brother Victor Higgs.

      Last month Mr Victor Higgs was found guilty of numerous offences committed against children at Riverview between 1971 and 1981. Today he was sentenced to 12 years for those crimes.

      I sat silently in a Sydney Court and listened to those Old Boys of the College speak of how their lives had been forever changed as a result of the criminal abuse that they endured.

      No one could be left unmoved by what they told the court. These were stories of enormous suffering and lifelong pain as a result of the abuse they suffered in the care of the Jesuits and this College.

      Today was their day, for their voices to be heard and for their stories to be told.

      On behalf of the entire College Community I want them to know that we have heard them, that we believe them and that we acknowledge the terrible impact that these crimes have had on their lives.

      Today is one of profound sorrow and regret.

      It is also a day that we stand as a College Community, side by side with those who have suffered so greatly.

      On behalf of the College I reiterate our unreserved apology to them and their families for these abhorrent acts that should never have occurred and the terrible damage they have caused

      Yours sincerely,

      Dr Paul Hine
      Principal

    • Therry Building Wins Award

       

      On Saturday 3 November, our new interactive learning space, the Therry Building won Excellence in Construction – Educational Buildings at the Master Builders Association of NSW.

      The building, which formally opened in July, is the first building to open in the College master plan, establishing an innovative future for formal education while at the same time, bridging a large chasm from traditional learning to new pedagogies. The Therry Building allows for the highest quality of teaching, learning and pastoral care, underpinned by principles of sustainability. Proving an opportunity for classes to engage in a range of modes of learning, from direct or explicit instruction, large group presentations and then to self-led, solo, or small group activities.

      The furniture is comfortable, colourful, engaging and welcoming, with glass and sliding doors to ensure plenty of visibility and easy supervision in the building; allowing students to move easily between indoor and outdoor learning spaces which extend into adjoining courtyards, corridors and break-out spaces. While the transparency of operating in this kind of setting has challenged some students and teachers, the end result has been an extraordinary evolution in teaching and learning.

      Thanks to our partners Quasar Constructions and PMBL for bringing such a fantastic concept to fruition.

    • Message from the Principal

      On the 9th of October 2018 former Jesuit Brother, Victor Higgs was found guilty of offences committed whilst teaching at the College between 1971 and 1981. Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview and the Province of the Australian Jesuits make the following statement in response.

      “To those who suffered abuse by Victor Higgs we apologise without reservation for the pain and suffering they have endured as a result of the crimes committed against them.

      “We express our deep regret and sorrow for what occurred.

      “The abuse of any child is abhorrent and contrary to all our values.

      “We acknowledge the breach of trust that these children, their families and the College Community placed in us and for that we also apologise.

      “Those who have come forward have shown great courage in reporting the abuse and we pay tribute to their bravery.

      “Both the College and the Province are ready to assist any person who may wish to make a complaint or needs support or assistance in relation to past abuse at the College.  Any person coming forward should contact either the:

      • Principal on (+61) 455 231 777
      • The Professional Standards Office of the Australian Society of Jesus on (03) 9810 7300 or professionalstandards@sjasl.org.au

      “We also urge any person with evidence of criminal conduct – no matter how long ago it may have occurred – to take that to their local police or contact Crimestoppers on 1800 333 000.

      “The safety of students at the College and across all the works of the Province is our highest priority. This commitment is backed by our stringent child protection training and policies, which are compliant with all mandated government requirements.

      “These give full effect to our commitment to the protection, safety and wellbeing of all our students and children across any Jesuit works and programs.”

      
      Dr Paul Hine                                               
      Principal                                                              
      Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview
      
      Mr John Wilcox
      Chair
      Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview
      
      Fr Brian F McCoy SJ
      Provincial
      Australian Province of the Society of Jesus
      

       

       

      Media enquiries:

      Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview

      Paul Hine

      (+61) 455 231 777

      principal@riverview.nsw.edu.au

       

      Australian Jesuits

      Monika Lancucki

      (+61) 467 760 123

      Monika.lancucki@sjasl.org.au

    • The Break by Sculptor Daniel Dominguez

      The Break By Daniel Dominguez

      This is the story of a sculpture made in acknowledgment of abuse that has occurred at the school. The story is communicated through the simple motif of the force and resistance of water. Caught in these waves is the crashing of values, of power misused and innocence abused.

      This is a story about resistance and survival in the face of despair, about the struggle to overcome bullying, persecution, violence and all forms of abuse. This is the story of the survivor who fights to rise above malevolence, anxiety and cruelty.

      Presented here is a story of fragility and confusion built upon the silent, gentle strength of a mighty stone. Set into a bedrock amphitheatre, the heavy, broken undulating movement of stone provides the underscore to this piece, with a broad rhythm that goes beyond the human condition.

      This work speaks of a journey which begins as we leave the safety of the shore, the loving refuge and solidity of what we know, and we are cast into the chaos of the ocean and the upsetting dangers of the sea.

      This symbol is based on what we are most familiar with, water “the life force”, the waves speaking of the motion that guides our being, our gesture of emotion. This is a story for a young man at a school surrounded by water, with an urge to dive into the wildest seas.

      It is from this point of knowing that we are then cast out into the treachery and chaos of the ocean. The first wave, placed at the main turning point of the bedrock, emphasises the huge force behind this collision of values. This mighty wave rises within us, surging like Hokusai to a terrifying height. This anxiety is then repeated with the two following waves; anyone who has been dumped in the surf knows how awful these subsequent pounding monsters can be, a metaphor of the ongoing anxiety and pain experienced through abuse.

      What is then played out is the struggle between hope and despair. Our life force as it is pulled in different directions: a willingness to live and love set against an insidious drag back into the chaos of malevolence and cruelty.

      From a design perspective this is about the precious possibilities of direction, distance and shape being constricted by cruel limitations of line; a growing force of positive forms leaping toward the shore, set against a relentless tirade of negative grooves, tearing, splitting and scarring what was new, composed and connected.

      This is a story that ends in peace, peace brought together through exhaustion and surrender. Calmer seas allow the pain and suffering to be recognised and hopefully even open up the possibility for some form of cleansing. And yet even in peace we are reminded of the ongoing, relentless wreckage by the exiting waves in the top right and the underlying dramatic movement of the water, of peace marred with tragedy.

      A shattered Jesuit monogram of the sun stands above, emblematic of the rupture of trust between those whose lives have been so adversely affected by abuse and the Society which is responsible for it. This Is an expression of the broken Trinity, of what happens when the Father, Sun and Holy Spirit cannot connect and break apart.

      What we are left with is disconnection, yet a disconnection that connects us all, the frailty and vulnerability that defines our humanity.

      It is from this sense of brokenness that we come together in hope to work toward survival.. This is the survival of the hero that fights to rise above malevolence, anxiety and cruelty.

      These are the waves of suffering, of those who have put their love and trust in others and been cast into chaos; that we may welcome their pain to the centre of our community, just as each wave is connected to the greater movement of the sea.

      These waves stand as testament to the survivor’s cry, a cry not insubstantial but as big as the ocean, and a cry we are all responsible for hearing and bearing.

      With acknowledgement and thanks to the brave survivors who have offered advice throughout the process that has been integral to the formation of this work.

      For more information, please visit http://www.danieldominguez.com.au/

    • Riverview v Joeys

      Join us as Riverview and Joeys come together to support our rural communities at this tough time

      Join us as Riverview and Joeys come together to support our rural communities at this tough time.

      We’ve partnered with Rural Aid’s Drought Relief ‘Buy a Bale’ campaign which provides fodder, diesel, water, freight, hampers and more. Rural Aid is partnering with other charities and local organisations to ensure support reaches those in affected communities. Please donate generously here.

      SATURDAY 18 AUGUST 2018

      Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview
      First Field, Tambourine Bay Road, Lane Cove

      Rugby
      1st XV – 3.15pm
      2nd XV – 2.00pm

      Football
      1st XI – 11.30am
      2nd XI – 10am

      Please see the broader sporting fixtures here.

      We all know families who have been affected by the drought – particularly our community members whose livelihoods depend on the land. With so many of our boarding families facing serious hardship, we’re asking our community to rally together to show practical support.

      At the Showdown on Saturday, Riverview and Joeys are partnering with Rural Aid to raise much needed funds to help to support regional families. In the lead up to game day, parents, friends, students and Old Boys are asked to generously show their support for families managing through the drought.

      All donations will go towards Rural Aid’s Buy a Bale campaign. Donations over $2 are tax deductible.

      On the day:
      – Collection tins will be at each sporting match
      – Parking will be available on the grounds for a donation
      – Funds raised from the OIU BBQ and P&F Winter Canteen will go toward the Riverview Bursary Program

      If you would like to support the Riverview Rural families specifically, you can make a donation directly to the Riverview Bursary program. Donations are tax deductible. Click here to donate.

      *Endorsed by the Parents & Friends’ Association, Old Ignatians’ Union, Boarder Parents’ Association and Past Parents’ Association.

    • Excellence in Education

      Bringing Riverview to You

      Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview was established in 1880 as a boarding school, and opened with just 12 pupils. Since then, it has grown into a tight-knit community of boys, comprising both Boarders and Day Students.

      The boarding community has always been a vibrant and central part of the College. We understand that to many, Riverview is not just a school, but a home.

      For those who are considering enrolling their sons to our care, we are pleased to commit our time, resources and energy to meet you where you are. Come and join our leadership team at these events:

      Fri-Sat

      18-19 May
      Dubbo Expo
      Saturday

      19 May
      Narromine Event
      Thursday

      14 June
      Griffith Expo & Event
      Fri-Sat

      15-16 June
      Wagga Wagga Expo & Event
      Sat-Sun

      16-17 June
      Canberra Seminar Event
      Fri-Sat

      13-14 July
      Mudgee Field Day & Event
      Fri-Sat

      27-28 July
      Narrabri Expo & Event
      Saturday

      28 July
      Moree Seminar Event
      Sunday

      29 July
      Walgett Event
      Sunday

      29 July
      Lightening Ridge Event
      Tue-Thur

      21-23 August
      Aqquip Gunnedah Event
      OctLondon & New York

      Community Events

      At some locations, we’ll also be hosting community gatherings to share a meal and a chat in a less formal setting. We welcome Old Ignatians, parents of current, past and future students, as well as friends, family and other community members. We’d love to meet you, so book your seat at the table.

      For more information, please contact Christine Zimbulis on czimbulis@riverview.nsw.edu.au or 9882 8595.

      Click here to find a Community event near you.

      Excellence in Education Seminar Series

      Please join us for a series of seminars across regional NSW focused on the education and care of boys in a rapidly changing world, conducted by Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview. Presented by experts in teaching and learning, pastoral care and counselling, these seminars will suit parents and carers of school-aged boys and young men. Active discussions will revolve around educational research, the impact of technology and social media, and the most recent innovations in education. Hear how you can support the young men in your life with resources, tools and strategies to thrive. Cost: Free (bookings essential)


      Bathurst Educational Seminar

      Saturday 7th April, 3pm – 5pm, Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William Street Bathurst

      Guest Speaker: Pat Lowe, Deputy Principal Students and Adrian Byrne, Director of Boarding

      Topic: The male identity and positive health and wellbeing


      The Hunter (Scone) Educational Seminar

      Saturday 28th April, 3pm – 5pm, Scone Motor Inn & Conference Centre, 55 Kelly Street, Scone

      Guest Speaker: Paul Hine, College Principal

      Topic: Inspiring boys to achieve


      Berry Educational Seminar

      Friday 4th May, 6:30pm – 7:30pm, Berry School of Arts, 19 Alexandria Street, Berry 2535

      Guest Speaker: Russell Newman, Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning

      Topic: Boys’ social and emotional wellbeing as the platform for academic confidence


      Bowral Educational Seminar

      Saturday 5th May, 3pm – 5pm, Bowral Golf Club, Cnr Kangaloon Road and David Street,

      Guest Speaker: Russell Newman, Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning

      Topic: Boys’ social and emotional wellbeing as the platform for academic confidence


      Canberra Educational Seminar

      Saturday 16th June, 3pm – 5pm, The Canberra Museum and Gallery, 176 London Circuit, Canberra

      Guest Speaker: Ben Moffatt, College Counsellor

      Topic: Understanding wellbeing in adolescent males


      Moree Educational Seminar

      Saturday 28th July, 3pm – 5pm, Royal Hotel, 54 Heber Street, Moree

      Guest Speaker: Paul Hine, College Principal

      Topic: Inspiring boys to achieve

    • College Governance Changes

      I am pleased to announce that Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview will soon be moving to a more modern, robust model of governance.

      We are establishing a new incorporated legal entity responsible for the local governance and management of the school. These functions will be overseen by the board of this new incorporated entity. The Principal and Rector will report to the school board and the board will report to a new entity, Jesuit Education Australia, and the Provincial.

      The new arrangement will enable a balance of local decision making and strategic oversight from Jesuit Education Australia. It will inform the way the College makes decisions and implements policies on a daily basis and will ultimately help the College achieve its objectives.

      As the changes are at an administrative and governance level, staff, students and families will not notice any changes in the way the school operates. Our school community can be confident it will still experience the same high standards of education and quality it has come to expect.

      This is a contemporary approach to governance in schools, and one that will help Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview continue successfully into the future. The change comes with the full blessing of the Provincial and Society of Jesus, and all of the schools involved.

      If you have any questions at this stage, please contact principal@riverview.nsw.edu.au.

      Kind regards,
      Dr Paul Hine
      Principal

    • Therry Building Site Tours

      We’re excited to announce that construction of the new Therry Building is now at a stage to accommodate site tours. Tours will run from 4.00–5.00pm each Wednesday throughout Term 4 and is limited to 15 people. Each tour will be facilitated by Capital Works Manager, Bob Marsh, along with other members of the College Leadership team.

      Please note:

      • Punctuality is crucial, and latecomers will miss out. This is for safety reasons, as each tour is accompanied by a certified operator.
      • Personal protective equipment will be provided and must be worn for the duration of the tour, including a hard hat and safety vest. It is advisable to wear clothing that covers exposed limbs, e.g. long sleeves and long trousers/jeans.
      • No photos are to be taken on the site, as part of our agreement with the building contractors.
      • All tours are subject to any last-minute direction from the builder and the prevailing weather. This is to ensure your safety and avoid any compromise to the building schedule. Any changes to a tour will be advised as soon as they are known.

      BOOK YOUR TOUR HERE

       

       

    • A Note on the Comments of Fr Ross and Dr Hine in Viewpoint, 25 August 2017

      There have been many responses to the columns of the Rector and Principal in Viewpoint, published 25 August – and also to that of the Rector of Xavier College, independently reflecting on the same issue.

      Overwhelmingly, the comments have been affirming and encouraging.  Most of the critical responses were from people who had only read only the media reports and not the original pieces.  They were expressing disappointment and anger that we had encouraged people to vote “yes”, or were supportive of Sacramental same-sex marriage, or were unconcerned about protecting certain religious freedoms should the definition of marriage change.

      A careful reading of the articles would make it clear that this was not so.

      The comments by the Fr Ross and Dr Hine were an encouragement for people in the Riverview community to discern more deeply how they will respond to the proposed survey.  In forming a response to this issue, a properly formed and informed conscience would take into account both the teachings of the Church about the sacrament of marriage, as well as the teachings of the Church about human dignity, which of course includes LGBTI people.  A discerned response to these issues means holding all of these values together.

      The long history of the College has been about preparing our students to participate fully in life – encouraging them to be informed by their faith tradition and the culture in which it is expressed.  We want to produce discerning Christians, who can embody the values of Christ in respectful debate and at the same time to be cognisant of the diversity of the community of which they, as thinking Catholics, are a part.

      Encouraging all to reflect deeply on the issue of same-sex marriage before casting a vote underscores that approach.

      Our engagement with students and their parents on important ethical or social issues such as this is an essential element of our approach to actively form Christian leaders of the future.

    • Ignis Project Update

      The school holidays saw a number of changes to the new Therry building. Concrete has been poured on all levels and the foundations are now finalised.

      During Term 2, work will proceed on the framework for the new node areas. We look forward to keeping you updated with these exciting developments.

       

      The Ignis Project Time Lapse from Saint Ignatius' on Vimeo.

    • Changes to Matilda Ferry Service

      Effective 4.4.17 the Matilda Ferries School ferry timetable will slightly change with the addition of a stop at Balmain East in both the morning and afternoon runs.

      This is due to advice from Transport NSW that between Monday 24 April – Friday 5 May Birchgrove wharf will be closed for upgrade. This means that students will not be able to access Birchgrove wharf at the start of Term 2.  

      The timetable can be viewed below

      Lane Cove Ferry Timetable as at 4Apr17

      For further information please contact Captain Cook Cruises on (02) 9206 1111.

    • The Ignis Project – Breaking Ground Feb 2017

      .

      On the 15th February 2017, Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview, celebrated a milestone by turning the soil and blessing the ground upon which the new Therry Building will be constructed.

      To mark the occasion Rector Fr Ross Jones SJ, and Senior Chaplain Fr Jack McLain SJ, led a small group of staff, students, alumni, volunteers and benefactors in a ceremony acknowledging the history of the land and ushering in a new and exciting chapter for Riverview.

      College Vice Captain (Day Boys), Benjamin Sullivan, led the Prayers of the Faithful, while Vice Captain (Boarding), Andrew Du Pont, ‘broke ground’ using a pick-axe that we believe dates back to 1883 from the original Gartlan Senior Boat Shed.

      A time capsule containing letters from students and College mementos, was presented by Regis students Luke Bannerman (5.2) and Julian Reynolds (5.4) to Capital Works Manager, Bob Marsh. This was sealed and passed on to Tim Perrignon (OR76), from the QUASAR Group, to be buried in the foundation of the new Therry Building. We hope it will serve as a valuable history cache for future generations at the College.

      With demolition concluding, preparation for the piers, footings and new foundation will commence. A number of initiatives are being introduced to reduce inevitable noise, including:

              –    Core holing dowels into the existing slab;
              –    Using a hydraulic pulveriser to remove the remaining concrete; and
              –    Installing additional insulation along the science labs

      In consultation with our contractors, north facing windows in the Vaughn Building will be closed at certain times to minimise dust from the construction site, and re-opened when appropriate to provide ventilation. Additional fans have been procured to ensure a safe and comfortable learning environment for our students and teachers.

      If you have any questions regarding the Ignis Project please email advancement@riverview.nsw.edu.au.

       

      lte, Inflammate Omnia
      ~ Go, Set The World On Fire ~

    • 2016 HSC Results

      Year 12, 2016 achieved the highest HSC scores ever recorded in Riverview’s History! We are very proud to note that improvements right across the full range of students was evidenced in last year’s results. Read more…

      2016 HSC Academic Results

    • Outstanding Results for the Class of 2016

      Mark Rothery
      Mark Rothery

      The Riverview Community congratulates Mark Rothery of Year 12 who is being presented to the NSW Education Minister this morning for his achievement of first place in the NSW HSC for Classical Greek Extension. Congratulations also to Mark’s teachers Mr Nathan Leber and Ms Louella Perrett. 

      Louis Stenmark

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      We also congratulate Louis Stenmark (OR2016) on his acceptance into Stanford University in San Francisco. This placement is mostly the result of his athletic achievements but is also supported by Louis’ academic excellence. 

      We look forward to the release of HSC results tomorrow morning.

    • The Ignis Project // Introducing the new Therry buliding

      Following an extensive period of consultation and planning, it is with great enthusiasm and excitement that Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview can unveil the design of the new Therry Building.

      The design facilitates learning while supporting pastoral care of our students and celebrating our Ignatian foundations. Containing new, porous spaces that blend natural light and flexible working areas for both students and teachers, the new Therry Building will offer the best facilities for the agile, interactive and collaborative learning environment of today and tomorrow.

      Teaching capacity will increase from 14 to 24 learning areas, accommodating multiple formal and informal learning settings allowing for combined classes. All of this consistent with modern 21st century teaching approaches.

      Six house areas ensure complementarity between teaching and pastoral care. Facilities for support, counseling, learning and socialising, provide a place to call home for every boy. And, in the Ignatian tradition of education it will facilitate and encourage reflection and action as part of the learning process.

      Graphic and striking in form, the design follows an energy efficiency hierarchy, harnessing renewable energy and passive building systems to provide a comfortable and healthy learning environment.

      We look forward to working with our building partner, the QUASAR Group, to deliver an exceptional learning and teaching environment for our students, staff and extended College community.

      During their 20 years of commercial works, QUASAR has become proficient in delivering educational projects both within Sydney and across regional NSW; a portfolio that encompasses heritage, traditional, and contemporary educational projects.

      Operational in 2018, the new Therry building marks the beginning of the Ignis Project, an exciting new era at Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview.

      Wishing you joy and happiness over the holiday season.

      Merry Christmas,
      Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview

    • Statement in Relation to Royal Commission Announcement October 7th 2016

      Dear Members of the College Community,

      The Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse has today announced a public hearing to be held in Sydney starting October 20 as part of a case study examining child-to-child sexual abuse.

      The Royal Commission has advised that Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview, is not being investigated for any such matters at the school.

      However, the Royal Commission has indicated it will examine:

      •                     The response of St Ignatius’ College Riverview to a student who is alleged to have been sexually abused at another school; and,

      •                     The systems, policies, procedures and practices for responding to allegations of problematic or harmful sexual behaviours of children within educational institutions promoted and implemented by St Ignatius’ College, Riverview and a number of other institutions.

      The College fully supports the important work of the Royal Commission and its vital role in ensuring the protection, safety and well-being of all children.

      The College has and will continue to cooperate fully with the Royal Commission.

      Kind regards, 

      Dr Paul Hine

      Principal

    • Remembering Survivors:

      A Service of Acknowledgment and Dedication

      In the Year of Mercy, the College and the Society of Jesus seek mercy from those who have been adversely affected by trauma and distress through the actions of those who have violated the trust in their profession, their vocation and their community.

      We have given practical effect to this commitment by undertaking an initiative that recognises and acknowledges the dark chapters of abuse that tragically occurred here at Riverview.

      Yesterday afternoon a solemn service was held in the school grounds to commemorate the survivors and to offer them directly a formal and public apology. It was attended by survivors of abuse and various members of the school community. At the request of survivors attending, the service was privately conducted.

      Part of the service was devoted towards the dedication of a landscaped section of the Rose Garden, where a plaque has been installed as a permanent and salient reminder of this very dark chapter in the school’s history. In this area an Oak ­­­­­tree has been planted as a symbol of healing, strength and endurance. In addition, an artwork is being commissioned to signify the regret of the past and the hope for the future.

      As a community we need to work assiduously to ensure that Riverview is a place where all will experience safety and protection.

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      We encourage all in our school community to visit the dedicated area, to view the plaque and tree and to reflect upon the great suffering endured by the survivors of abuse as well as paying tribute to their resilience and courage.

      Statement of Apology

      Saint Ignatius’ College, Riverview acknowledges that some students have suffered harm and abuse during their time at the school.

      For that, the Society of Jesus, the College Council, the College Executive and Riverview College Community express a profound statement of regret and offers a sincere apology to the students and their families. Saint Ignatius’ College commits to creating a place where all feel welcomed and are safe for present and future generations.

      May those who have experienced pain and suffering in the past find healing and peace.

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    • Scholarship Winner: Daniel Coulthurst

      Former St Ignatius’ College Riverview student Daniel Coulthurst from Wagga Wagga has been recognised with a national scholarship that will assist him to complete his Bachelor of Agribusiness degree at Marcus Oldham College at Geelong.

      Read more here

    • Congratulations to our 2015 Laureates

      On Friday 5 February the Laureate Assembly, one of the premier events of the year, was celebrated with the College community to honour the 2015 graduating class who secured Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) scores into the 90s. The sheer breadth and depth of achievement was something to behold, with 77 boys recognised for their outstanding results. 

      Congratulations to our 2015 Laureates

      Student NameATAR
      Xavier Eales99.85
      William Cronin99.80
      Samuel Smith99.80
      Samuel Eaton99.70
      Benjamin Gavazzi99.65
      Daniel Reede99.40
      Xavier Fitzpatrick99.40
      Bowen Zhang99.35
      Liam Donohoe99.20
      Antoine Kandalaft99.15
      Darcy Baron-Hay99.10
      Sean Hogan98.95
      Ryan McAlpine98.90
      Dylan McGirr98.65
      Thomas Guihot98.55
      Harry Cahill98.50
      Adam Robinson98.45
      Benjamin O'Dea98.10
      Michael Long98.00
      Benjamin Johnston97.55
      Edward Johnson97.40
      Callum Rossi97.40
      George O'Connell97.30
      Joshua Stevens97.25
      Charles Vaux97.15
      Matthew Horsley97.00
      Anthony Bajjani96.65
      Sui Yang96.60
      Tom Lewis96.40
      James Hayward96.35
      Jack Griffiths96.15
      Dominic Tynan96.15
      Andrew Thomas96.10
      James Middleton96.00
      Ned Croston95.85
      Connor Randazzo95.80
      Andrew Sierakowski95.55
      William Trad95.15
      Lachlan Archer95.10
      Thomas Mulhearn94.95
      Thomas Lo94.80
      Zachary McNamee94.80
      Samuel Mills94.60
      Peter Marley94.55
      Maximilian Zekulich94.45
      Benjamin Mackaness94.20
      Jack McGregor93.90
      Lyndon Collins93.90
      Declan Curtin93.65
      Owen Thomas93.55
      Charles Howard93.55
      Alexander Armistead93.40
      Victor Huang93.30
      Perry Drakopoulos93.20
      Charles Debus93.15
      Alexander McGuire93.10
      Max Drennan
      93.05
      Joseph Schirato93.05
      Marcus Greene93.05
      Paul Salem92.55
      Jamie Szabo92.20
      Jesse Kehoe92.20
      Isaac Falvey92.05
      Dominic Rocks91.90
      Thomas Garraway91.60
      Alexander McManis91.35
      Marc Knight91.05
      Perry Fisher
      90.70
      Sean Kirk90.65
      Alexander Fitzpatrick90.65
      Lewis Deverall90.60
      Benjamin Jilek90.50
      William McKellar90.45
      Nicholas Tracy90.30
      David Lester90.30
      James Eather90.20
      William Glascott90.20
    • HSC Class of 2015: Results overview

      The staff and community of St Ignatius’ College Riverview congratulates the class of 2015 for their outstanding achievements in the HSC examinations and subsequent ATAR ranks.
       
      Group achievements include: 
      The College acknowledges the efforts of all students in Year 12 who have contributed to the overall group performance.
      • 304 individual Band 6/E4 results (an increase of 4.2% by student ratio over 2014)
      • 86% of all courses above state average (up from 74% in 2014)
      • 80 students achieved ATARs above 90 – 37% of all eligible students compared with 32% of eligible students in 2014
      • 11 students achieved ATARs above 99 compared with 7 students in 2014
      • 114 students achieved a Band 6 or E4 in at least one course.
      Individual achievements include: 
      • Dux of the College, Xavier Eales, achieved an ATAR of 99.85. In 2014 the Dux scored 99.65
      • Proximes of the College, William Cronin and Samuel Smith, achieved ATARs of 99.80
      • Xavier Eales, College Captain, achieved first in NSW in Chinese Continuers and 2nd place in Chinese Extension
      • Benjamin Gavazzi achieved third place in Studies of Religion 1 unit
      • Daniel Reede achieved fourth place in Chinese Extension
      • Darcy Baron-Hay achieved tenth place in Business Studies
      • 16 students achieved ‘All Rounders’ awards (Band 6 or E4 for 10 or more units of study) compared with 10 in 2014.
      Well done class of 2015! We join with your families in expressing our pride and wishing you every success for the future.
      Download the full overview of the 2015 SIC HSC Results – Update 18 Dec 2015
    • Inspired by the Past, Embracing the Future

      Welcome to Riverview’s website! We hope that you enjoy the experience and we welcome your feedback. Visit this form to leave us a note with any comments, queries, or questions.

      Introducing Strategic Directions 2015–2020

      The launch of the new website coincides with the launch of our strategic plan, Strategic Directions 2015–2020, which builds on the Preferred Futures document and is designed to equip the students of Saint Ignatius’ College Riverview with the skills, attitudes, dispositions and capacities to become life-long learners. Students will take their place in and contribute meaningfully to their local and global communities.

      Read more about Strategic Directions 2015–2020

       

       

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