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THE DUCE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 1
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The Principal's Report
Welcome back for the 2021 academic year and welcome to our new-look Duce, the first
of our regular fortnightly newsletters for the year. I would also extend a special welcome
to all the new families joining our wonderful
De La Salle community for the very first time.
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Faith and Mission
Welcome back to 2021! And to all our new students, families and staff, may your time with us at De La Salle College be positive and provide you with an experience that is welcoming and full of the family spirit that the De La Salle community is known for.
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Rana Brogan
Deputy Principal — Faith and Mission
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Student Wellbeing
As we begin the 2021 school year, it is with much excitement that we begin our new Wellbeing program – GROW (Growing Responsibility for my Own Wellbeing).
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Jessica Alger
Deputy Principal — Students
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Kinnoull Campus
Year 10 - 12
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“It’s great to be back Sir!” Many comments like this have been uttered by students since their return to the new school year. Staff have also observed how refreshed the students look after their summer break. There is a genuine feeling of excitement and anticipation about the year ahead.
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Director of Students (Senior School)
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Tiverton Campus
Year 5 - 8
The College year at Tiverton Campus has started with a flurry of activities. Students are integrating well into their new classrooms, updated play areas and getting to know their new teachers for 2021.
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Martin Gibbs
Director of Students (Middle Years)
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A reminder that all students 12 years old and over, must wear a mask indoors at school unless there is a lawful reason not to – Primary excluded. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Go to READ MORE for details on:
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Kinnoull Library operation hours
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Early dismissal for Number 6 Tram
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Deputy Principal - Staff and Operations
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Music Report
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The Positions of Leadership for Music in 2021 were announced, with badges presented at the Term 1 All Musicians Meeting on Wednesday 3 February .
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Our congratulations to all recipients, ahead of a busy and exciting year of music making.
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Sports Report
As of 3 February, our year long season of ACC was up and running. The seniors commenced with Cricket, Tennis and Volleyball.
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Parent Network
The Parent Network Committee welcomes you to the 2021 Parent Community of De La Salle College. The De La Salle Parent Network is looking forward to 2021 with new and exciting events planned throughout the year.
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De La Salle College Parent Network
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Lasallian Zeal Awards
The Lasallian Zeal Achievement and Recognition Policy seeks to affirm and develop positive learning behaviours.
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Congratulations to the following students on receiving their awards:
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Andrew Di Medio - EDW02 - Bronze
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Benjamin King - EDW02 - Bronze
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Submit an application for Year 7, 2022 and 2023
Do you have a sibling not enrolled at
De La Salle College?
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With a current son attending the College, you have first priority when enrolling a sibling.
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Submit your application now to secure his place in 2022/2023.
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Important Events - February 2021
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12 February: DLS Athletics Carnival - Lakeside Stadium, MSAC
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15 - 17 February: Year 5 and 6 Camp - Phillip Island
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17 February: Ash Wednesday Liturgies
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18 & 26 February: High Performance Leadership Coaching (Year 10 and 11 Student Leaders)
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18 February: Primary Welcome BBQ - Kinnoull Oval
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19 February: Academic Awards Assembly and Investiture of Leaders - College Gym
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22 - 24 February: Year 12 Retreat - Rawson Village
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25 February: ACC Athletics - MSAC
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Reflection Days - Tiverton Chapel
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Year 7 Benilde (15 Feb) and Year 7 Solomon (16 Feb)
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House Welcome and Liturgy - College Gym
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St Mark's House (15 Feb) and St Austin's House (16 Feb)
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St Leo's House (17 Feb) and St Edwin's House (18 Feb)
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Free Online Safety Webinar for Parents - eSafety
Parents and Guardians are invited to register for a free eSafety webinar hosted by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner. The Safer Internet Day 2021 webinar will cover online safety, cyberbullying and social media rights, laws and community expectations.
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Monday 15 February 12.30pm to 1.30pm
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Monday 22 March 12.30pm to 1.30pm
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Uniform Swap Shop
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The Uniform Swapshop is a convenient way to buy and sell school resources. The service is free to register and search with no commissions to be paid. It deals in uniforms, textbooks, instruments, sports equipment etc.
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Did you know
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“Deo Duce”, the school motto, translates as “With God as Leader”. Therefore “The Duce” translates as “The Leader”. It is fitting for our newsletter as it informs students, staff and parents of latest news and keeps our community connected.
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