St Benedict's College Lecture Notes

These flashcards cover important vocabulary and concepts from the lecture notes about St Benedict's College.

Veritas in Caritate

Truth in Charity; the school motto indicative of its values.

Saint Benedict

Patron saint of Europe; known for founding the Benedictine monastic tradition.

Oblates of Mary Immaculate

A religious institute founded by Saint Eugene de Mazenod, responsible for founding St Benedict's College.

Expected Behavior System (EBS)

A system designed to correct student misconduct and promote accountability within the college.

Camaraderie

Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.

The Bennies Creed

A statement summarizing the values and brotherhood of St Benedict's students.

War Cry

A chant used to rally school spirit and support during sports events.

Antidiscrimination Statement

A declaration acknowledging that discrimination in all forms is unacceptable and promoting a culture of respect.

Bennies Army

The collective spirit and brotherhood of St Benedict's College students.

Chapel

A place of worship and prayer located within the college grounds.

Academic Maturity

The level of understanding and capability a student reaches in their educational progress.

Cultural Maturity

The development of an appreciation and understanding for diverse artistic and cultural expressions.

House Structure

The organization of students at St Benedict's into houses for competition and team-building.

Mentorship Program

A program aimed at guiding younger students through relationships with older peers.

Boys to Men

A mentorship initiative designed to facilitate the development of character and maturity in students.

The College Badge

A symbol representing the identity and values of St Benedict's College.

Daily Mass

A celebration of the Eucharist that occurs every day at the college.

Divine Mercy Chaplet

A prayer recited in the chapel, aimed at obtaining Jesus’ mercy.

Catholic Education

Education that is conducted under the teachings and values of the Catholic Church.

War Cries

Energetic chants used during school sporting events to energize and unite teams.

Bishop Grandin

A house at St Benedict's College named after a significant figure in its history.

Integrity and Honour

Important personal values that students are encouraged to uphold at St Benedict's.

Community Service

An expectation for students to contribute to the welfare of others through volunteer work.

Team Sports

Competitive games played collectively, fostering collaboration and camaraderie among students.

The College Song

A musical representation of the student body’s spirit and pride at St Benedict's College.

Code of Conduct

A set of guidelines that outlines acceptable and expected behavior among students.

Cultural Activities

Events and programs aimed at promoting artistic and cultural engagement within the student body.