Fr Noel Kierce, O.Carm Scholarship – Students entering Year 7 and Year 9
In celebration of our 60 year anniversary, Whitefriars College, a Catholic school for boys in the Carmelite tradition, introduced the Fr Noel Kierce, O.Carm Scholarship for entry into Year 7 and 9.
Fr Kierce commenced his association with Whitefriars College in 1968 as a teacher. Fr Kierce completed a Master of Education from Columbia University (specialising in the teaching of History) in 1975 and 1976. In 1977 he was appointed as Acting Principal and was then appointed as Principal in 1978 until 1988. Before returning to Whitefriars in 1991 as a teaching Chaplain for two years, he completed a Master of Education (Pastoral Guidance) at Catholic College of Education, Sydney. He returned again to Whitefriars as Chaplain in 1999, where he remained until his passing in 2015.
Fr Kierce was an innovator, a leader, a confidante, a kind soul and a gentle man. He was dedicated to the College and the development of the young men in his care, always encouraging involvement in all aspects of life. Fr Kierce had a strong belief that one must look for God, and goodness, in people; a hallmark of being a Carmelite.
The criteria for the Fr Noel Kierce, O.Carm Scholarship reflects the man he was. The recipient must have shown and will continue to:
All students wishing to be considered for the Scholarship will need to complete the registration process and testing.
Please click here to register for the Fr Noel Kierce, O.Carm Scholarship
The Principal will then invite students in for an interview before determining the recipients of the Scholarship, according to the College’s interpretation of the criteria set down.
Scholarship Applications for entry into 2022 close on Friday 23 April 2021 and the Scholarship test will be held on Saturday 1 May.
“Whitefriars College is a very special and nurturing environment. Once you are a student at the College, you belong to the Whitefriars community for life. This strong sense of community makes new students feel comfortable and confident, thanks to the pastoral care system. The staff ensure every student believes that he can become anything he sets his mind to and equips him with the academic skills to help him reach his goals.”
Dean Mendes – Student, Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws, Deakin University (Class of 2012)