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  • Kyla-Jo Dudojc: Shining Bright like a Diamond

Kyla-Jo Dudojc: Shining Bright like a Diamond

Kyla-Jo Dudojc Awarded for Netball Brilliance Year 6 student Kyla-Jo Dudojc knows what it takes to be a sporting champ – hard work, persistence and devotion. On Tuesday, 20 March, the 11 year old was recognised for her talents and aptitude in the fast-paced game of netball. Kyla-Jo was awarded the South Australian District Netball Association’s (SADNA) Umpire’s Best Player...
29 March 2018 By St Columba College Middle, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Sonia Haydari: Shining Under Pressure

Sonia Haydari: Shining Under Pressure

The College’s 2017 Dux and top achieving student for Year 12, Sonia Haydari, can add another notch to her belt. Last year’s graduating student has been recognised for her hard work in the subject of Art by being selected to participate in this year’s SACE Art Show. This March, Sonia’s artwork ‘Under Pressure’ will be showcased amongst over 100 artworks...
13 February 2018 By St Columba College Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Vic Calleja: On a Winning Journey

Vic Calleja: On a Winning Journey

Junior School Library Assistant, Mr Vic Calleja, has been awarded an NGS Super Scholarship Award to assist him in his role as an education support staff at the College. This week at the College, Mr Calleja was officially presented with his award by NGS Super Customer Relationship Manager, Elaine Santos. The award, formerly known as the Dedicated to the Dedicated...
1 December 2017 By St Columba College Primary, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Tamikha Cruz: Taking Control in the Kitchen

Tamikha Cruz: Taking Control in the Kitchen

The kitchen is where all the action happens for Year 11 student, Tamikha Cruz. It’s the place that has awarded her a title of Super Crew Champ and a week-long study tour to Los Angeles. Participating in McDonald’s Super Crew Competition as an employee of the world-renown food chain, Tamikha was selected as a finalist to fight-it-out in the title...
1 December 2017 By St Columba College Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • Hayley Young: Artist with a different stroke

Hayley Young: Artist with a different stroke

An avid horror movie fanatic, Year 10 student Hayley Young's obsession with gore and havoc has put her in the spotlight in the Special Effects industry. Hayley recently won an Australia-wide ‘BYS Cosmetics – SFX Make-up Artist Search’ competition, providing her with the opportunity to attend an all-expenses paid exclusive BYS Cosmetics Halloween Party ‘Spooktacular 2017 Soirée’ at Luna Park...
8 November 2017 By St Columba College Senior, Success Stories Success Story Read more...
  • 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...