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THE DUCE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 12
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The Principal's Report
In my work as Principal and in my personal life, I am determined to move beyond worrying or complaining and focus my energy on looking forward.
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Faith and Mission
On Sunday 15 August, we celebrated the Feast Day of the Assumption of Mary. We give thanks and praise for Mary, in the hope we are inspired by her example.
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Rana Brogan
Deputy Principal — Faith and Mission
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Student Wellbeing
Although life is always filled with uncertainty, the levels we are currently experiencing are unprecedented. Read this School TV report to learn how to instill hope for your child.
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Jessica Alger
Deputy Principal — Students
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Kinnoull Campus
Year 10 - 12
Throughout remote learning, the Mentors and House Coordinators have continued to encourage their students to engage in meaningful activities outside of study.
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Director of Students (Senior School)
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Holy Eucharist Campus
Year 9
The Holy Eucharist French Club, a brain-child of French teacher, Marjorie Bon, merges curriculum and culture with experiential learning.
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Tiverton Campus
Year 5 - 8
At Tiverton, our goal is to encourage more students to read in English and Literacy classes, but also for fun at home. Read Tiverton Library Staff's tips on how you can encourage reading.
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Martin Gibbs
Director of Students (Middle Years)
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House Sport
On Friday 13 August, students and teachers competed in a remote steps challenge. Congratulations to winners, St Edwin's House, who completed 519,483 steps.
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ACC Debating and Public Speaking Teams
Congratulations to the Year 9 and 10 ACC Debating and Public Speaking Teams who both finished in the top three of the competition.
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eSports Victory
Congratulations to our De La Knights who defeated Melbourne High School 2-0 in their finals to become the Victorian State Champions.
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Science Week
Science Week Lockdown Edition is going ahead! The theme for Science Week this year is Food: Different by Design.
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Lasallian Zeal Awards
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The Lasallian Zeal Achievement and Recognition Policy seeks to affirm and develop positive learning behaviours.
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Click on the 'Read More' button to see which students received awards.
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Important Health Centre Information
Contact the Health Centre immediately if your son develops chicken pox, shingles or measles.
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Parent Network
A very limited number of tables are still available for Trivia Night. Book your tickets now to avoid missing out on what promises to be a great night.
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Upcoming College Reunions
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Unfortunately, due to the ongoing uncertainty of COVID-19 outbreaks and lockdowns, the College has decided to postpone the remaining reunions and reschedule for 2022.
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Important Events - the next fortnight
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Please note: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the College events listed below may be subject
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to change. Please refer to the Daily Notices in OLLIE for updates.
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| 20 August: |
Staff Formation Day cancelled - REGULAR CLASSES |
| 23 August: |
Year 9 Planning Book Distribution - During class |
| 24 August: |
Parent Teacher Interviews - Online |
| 24 August: |
Year 9 Subject Selection Planning - During class |
| 25 August: |
Year 9 LATL Chattle - During class |
| 26 August: |
Year 7 and 8 Subject Selection Assembly - During class |
| 28 August: |
META Highschool eSport Tournament 2021 – Championship rounds, Division 1 Only - From home |
| 30 August: |
Write a Book in a Day - Online |
| 30 August: |
Year 5 and 6 Author Workshop - Online |
| 31 August: |
Y9 Futures Planning Exercises and Q and A on Teams |
| 3 September: |
Year 9 City Learning - Ingenuity - Melbourne CBD (To be advised) |
| 3 September: |
Year 10 and 11 Subject Selection Day |
| 4 September: |
META Highschool eSport Tournament 2021 – Championship rounds, Division 1 Only - From home |
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DLSOCAFC Needs Your Support
The De La Salle Old Collegians Amateur Football Club finds itself in a challenging financial position as a direct result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to donate.
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De La Salle Old Collegians Football Club
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Communities that Care Youth Voice
Jessica Alger
Deputy Principal — Students
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Did You Know
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De La Salle College has a number of Old Collegians who are Olympians. Damian Brown (1987) is a weightlifter and competed at three Olympic Games and four Commonwealth Games.
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