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THE DUCE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 33
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The Principal's Report
As we all look forward to and welcome the end of another very busy Term, there are several reflections and acknowledgements to which I’d like to draw your attention.
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Identity and Mission
The last day of Term concludes with our annual Social Justice Mass. As a College community, we recognise our call as Lasallians to make a difference to the last, the least and the lost.
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Rana Brogan
Deputy Principal — Identity and Mission
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Student Wellbeing
Thursday 8 September saw the College community acknowledge R U OK? Day, an important initiative in the promotion and discussion of mental health.
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Jessica Alger
Deputy Principal — Students
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Learning and Teaching
Term 3 break is upon us and the smell of Spring is firmly in the air – what a wonderful time of the year.
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David Alexander
Deputy Principal — Learning and Teaching
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Tiverton Campus
Year 5 - 8
Students in Years 5 – 8 participated in a range of activities in their respective GROW classes that focused on the importance of friendship and reaching out for support if things are tough.
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Martin Gibbs
Director of Students (Middle Years)
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Holy Eucharist Campus
Year 9
At Holy Eucharist Campus, we have been busily preparing for our WISE Expedition. After two years of patiently waiting, the trangias, tents and camping mattresses have been prepared for our approaching departure.
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Year 9 Learning & Teaching Leader
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Kinnoull Campus
Year 10 - 12
The College is very proud to announce the students who have been successful in their respective House leadership roles in 2023.
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Shane Mackintosh
Director of Students (Senior Years)
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Sports Report
I'd like to thank all of those Year 12's who've given so much time and effort to the Sports program over a number of years.
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Music Report
On Tuesday evening, 75 musicians from Years 6 - 12 joined students from all 12 ACC schools for a combined concert 12 months in the making, at the prestigious Hamer Hall.
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Year 10 ACC Hockey
The Year 10 ACC hockey team have secured yet another hockey Premiership for the College with a 3 - 0 win against St Bede’s.
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Respectful Relationships Forum
On Monday 5 September, eight Year 10 and 11 House leaders attended Avila College to participate in a Respectful Relationship Forum.
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Parents' Golf Day
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Friday 9 September was our inaugural Parents’ Golf Day. It was a fantastic day at Spring Valley Golf Club, Clayton South.
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Pete Pearse Charity Mission
This October I’ll be raising awareness for kids cancer by riding around regional Victoria and New South Wales. Donate here.
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St Mark's House Lasallian Captain 2022
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Year 10 Maths
Games Day
Some of the greatest Maths minds participated in the Year 10, 2022 Maths Competition.
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ACC Cross Country
The ACC Cross Country was held on Thursday 8 September in challenging conditions at Bundoora Park.
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Year 5 Excursions
Despite the cold wet weather last week, the Year 5 cohort had a great day out at Sovereign Hill learning more about the Gold Rush.
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Media Report
Media students have displayed tremendous talent in their ability to create media products both in and out of the classroom.
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De La Salle Reads!
Today is De La Salle Reads! Day (Thursday 15 September). As part of the Australian Reading Hour program, students will be encouraged to read for one hour in the day.
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Year 10 Dance Program
After not being able to hold the social for two years due to COVID-19, it was nice to complete the Dance Program this year.
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Year 10 Dance Program Coordinator
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Where Are They Now
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Congratulations to Matt Tyquin (2017) and Miles Allinson (1999) on their recent achievements which were profiled on our social media channels.
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From the Health Centre
Please inform the College if your son is diagnosed by a Doctor with an infectious illness.
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Parent Network
The 2023 Parent Network Committee will be elected at the AGM on Monday 10 October.
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Important Events
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Employment Opportunities
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There are a number of employment opportunities available at De La Salle College. Click here to see the current vacancies.
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From the Archives
People think of archival objects as being “old historical items”, but often fail to consider that these were once “new contemporary items”.
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