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Old Scholars Are an Integral Part of the History, Tradition and Future of Tenison Woods College
Catholic Education in Mount Gambier has a long and proud history stretching back over 135 years incorporating St Joseph’s School (1908-1952), St Mary’s School (1958-1981), Marist Brothers Agricultural College (1931-1971), Mater Christi College (1953-1971), Tenison College (1972-2000), St Paul’s School Junior Co-ed (1916-1952), St Paul’s School (1972-2000) and Tenison Woods College (2001-current).
We invite all old scholars, past parents, friends and former staff members to reconnect through our Friends of Tenison committee. Join us for reunions, seminars and other activities to maintain an association with Tenison Woods College and to reconnect with former friends.
Join our Friends of Tenison Working Party.
Are You Planning a School Reunion?
Contact the Principal to see how we can assist you with the planning of your reunion. If you are planning a reunion, we can assist you with tours, room hire, magazine photos, or why not consider a Mass held at the College or attending a Parish Mass. We can connect you with staff and more.
Please contact Principal, Mr. David Mezinec at Tenison Woods College on (08) 8725 5455 or email mezid@tenison.catholic.edu.au.
Please refer to the Reunion Checklist to assist you. Click here to download the checklist.
Shining Light Awards
Tenison Woods College and its predecessors, St Paul’s School, Tenison College, Marist Brothers Agricultural College, Mater Christi College, St Mary’s School & St Joseph’s College, value the contributions of all students past and present. The 'Shining Light' Awards recognise significant contributions by former students, staff or catholic community members to the local and global community. By recognising these outstanding citizens, the College hopes to inspire current and future students, as well as celebrating the rich history of Catholic education in South East South Australia. Each year in October, we celebrate a group of shining lights who have been nominated and selected as worthy recipients.
2023 Shining Light Recipients Individual Story Videos - Click recipient name below:
- Jack Annear - St. Paul's 1994-2000 & Tenison Woods College 2001-2006
- Annie and Andy Clifford - College Community Involvement
- Pam Ronan - Principal of Tenison Woods College 2000-2010
2022 Together Again
In 2022, Tenison Woods College held 'Together Again' in lieu of the annual Shining Light Awards.
2021 Shining Light Awards - Full Length Presentation: https://vimeo.com/632654815
2021 Shining Light Recipients Individual Story Videos - Click recipient name below:
- Sunita Gloster - St Mary's (1974-1980) St Paul's (1981) and Tenison College (1982-1986)
- Barrie Holmes (dec) - St Paul's and Marist Brother's Agricultural College (1948-1959)
- Sister Anne Foale - Mater Christi College (1963-1970)
- The Hon Rob Lucas MLC - St. Mary's (1959-1961) Marist Brother's Agricultural College (1962-1969)
2019 Shining Light Recipients Click on each name to view their individual story.
- Bob (dec) and Hopper Gabriel - College Community Involvement (1942-1984)
- Ken Green - Marist Brothers College (1964-1968)
- Brian and Pam O’Connor (dec) - College Community Involvement (1933-1994)
- Tom Kosch - St. Paul’s / Tenison Woods College (1994-2006)
2018 Shining Light Recipients Click on each name to view their individual story.
- Alan Balshaw - Former Marist Brothers Agricultural College student (1968)
- Anthony Casadio (dec.) - Former Marist Brothers Agricultural College student (1963)
- Sally Duigan - Former Mater Christi College student (1966)
- Jeanette Elliott - Former Mater Christi College student (1965)
- Jenna McCormick - Former Tenison Woods College student (2010)
2017 Shining Light Recipients Click on each name to view their individual story.
- Noel Bull - Former Tenison College student (1976)
- Maurice Corcoran (AM) - Former Tenison College student (1974)
- Pauline Kenny - Former St Paul's Primary School Principal (1997-2000)
- Natalie Medhurst - Former Tenison College student (1999)
- Robert Peake - Former Marist Brothers Agricultural College student (1960)
2016 Shining Light Recipients Click on each name to view their individual story.
Nominate an old scholar or member of our College community for a Shining Light Award.