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Success Stories

  • Dylan Malin: A soccer star on an international tour of a lifetime

Dylan Malin: A soccer star on an international tour of a lifetime

This story is a great resemblance of the outstanding sporting talents of our students at St Columba College. Year 11 student Dylan Malin is bound to catch the eyes of soccer scouts when he hits international grounds with the Adelaide Stars Academy as part of the 2017 Italy Soccer Tour. Dylan will be travelling to the Veneto Region in Italy...
20 September 2017 By St Columba College Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Jordan Tyler: Putting on a Show

Jordan Tyler: Putting on a Show

While many students' thoughts this time of year turn to a visit to the Royal Adelaide Show, St Columba College Year 4 student Jordan Tyler will be there on most days as he performs in the fantasy production of 'Tinker Tailors Magical Toy Shop'. The show is described as "...a mix of dance, popular music, illusion and special effects -...
7 September 2017 By Mrs Julie Hancock Primary, Success Stories Success Stories Read more...
  • Diing Akur: Making his mark

Diing Akur: Making his mark

Year 10 student and emerging football player, Diing Akur, has been awarded the inaugural Crows Children’s Foundation Next Generation Academy Scholarship, giving him the opportunity to be involved in an elite football program and increase his opportunities to learn about and play Australian Rules football. Diing has spent the last six months training with the Crows’ Next Generation Academy Talent...
25 August 2017 By Mr Louis de Jager Senior, Success Stories Senior, Success Stories Read more...
  • Maddison Stojakovic: A jump above the rest

Maddison Stojakovic: A jump above the rest

Congratulations to Year 8 student, Maddison Stojakovic, who competed today at the Gawler Show Horse Competitions on her beautiful horse, Tilly. Maddison was awarded a 1st placing and two 2nd placings for her expertise and skill while working with Tilly as a unified and professional team, performing in the following events: - Best Presented Mount and Rider 12yrs-17yrs - Pony...
25 August 2017 By St Columba College Middle, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Emma Normington: A Portrait of Achievement

Emma Normington: A Portrait of Achievement

Year 10 student, Emma Normington, won a placement at a recent Art’s Winter Workshop at the Adelaide Central School of Arts (ACSA) through a competition she entered into at the Tertiary Studies Expo in April. The two-day workshop consisted of learning the techniques and skills of working with oil paint with the second half of the workshop dedicated to drawing...
11 August 2017 By Mr Louis de Jager Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Nathan Simpson: Wheelchair Basketball Success

Nathan Simpson: Wheelchair Basketball Success

Wheelchair Basketball is a game not for the faint hearted. Grit, strength and resilience, all characteristics of a strong mindset and traits of a highly successful individual are required for this fast-paced sport. Along with passion and dedication, 17-year-old Year 12 student, Nathan Simpson, has what it takes to be an elite player in one of the most popular sports...
28 July 2017 By St Columba College Senior, Success Stories Sport, Success Story Read more...
  • Colleen Boaden: A Dedicated Parent and Friend

Colleen Boaden: A Dedicated Parent and Friend

Passion and faith have been the driving force for Mrs Colleen Boaden’s years of dedication to transforming and flourishing St Columba College from what was formerly a small primary school to what we know now as an R-12 College across three campuses. Colleen’s ongoing support and dedication to the College was recognised at a dinner on Tuesday night provided by...
30 June 2017 By St Columba College Primary, Middle, Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Awer Ajak: Hoop Dreams

Awer Ajak: Hoop Dreams

Standing at 6 ft 3 in, 14 year old Year 9 student Awer Ajak is at the top of his game in basketball. His height and agility not only contribute to his success on the court but also his commitment and talent, making him an outstanding player with the North Adelaide Rockets Basketball Club. Introduced to the game at 11...
16 June 2017 By Ms Susie Bond Middle, Success Stories Sport, Success Read more...
  • Barber Teen: Antonio Miceli

Barber Teen: Antonio Miceli

Slinging cut throat razors is 16 year-old St Columba College student Antonio Miceli. The Munno Para West resident has an energetic passion for the trade and has recently started his barbering apprenticeship with Barber Boys, Munno Para. In the lead-up to commencing his Certificate III in Barbering, Antonio has dedicated many volunteer hours in the shop, developing his skills and...
2 June 2017 By Mr Louis de Jager Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Girl Guides Relay for Life

Girl Guides Relay for Life

A group of St Columba College students braved rain and winds for a 19-hour walk in this year’s Gawler Relay for Life at Princes Park. Year 9 students Chloe Burger, Erin Marley, Emily Sutton and Year 12 students Jazmin Brooks and Leah Marley are members of Girl Guides SA - Elizabeth Park Soarers and have been participating in Relay for...
19 May 2017 By St Columba College Middle, Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...