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THE DUCE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 34
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The Principal's Report
As the final days for the Year 12, 2022 cohort unwind, it is difficult to believe the end of their formal schooling is so close.
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Identity and Mission
This will be the final time I write a Duce article this year as I will be in Rome for the Lasallian AIMEL Assembly for the next publication.
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Rana Brogan
Deputy Principal — Identity and Mission
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Student Wellbeing
Games are an integral part of human behaviour. It is normal and healthy for young people to engage in play as a part of their daily lives, including playing games online.
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Jessica Alger
Deputy Principal — Students
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Learning and Teaching
Whilst many students across the College were enjoying the luxury of a well earnt sleep-in during the school holidays, spare a thought for our hard working Year 12 VCE students.
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David Alexander
Deputy Principal — Learning and Teaching
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Tiverton Campus
Year 5 - 8
The first week of Term 4 provided much excitement in our Science classes as the external organisation, Reptile Encounters, arrived at the Tiverton Campus and they brought lots of friends.
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Martin Gibbs
Director of Students (Middle Years)
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Holy Eucharist Campus
Year 9
The Year 9 WISE expedition took place at the end of Term 3 as the culminating event of the WISE program.
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Susan Kiernan
Year 9 Head of Campus
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Kinnoull Campus
Year 10 - 12
On Friday 14 October, the Year 12 Breakfast will commence in the PAC, starting at 8:30am followed by House Farewells and the Year 12 Final Assembly in the Tiverton Gymnasium.
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Shane Mackintosh
Director of Students (Senior Years)
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Sports Report
ACC athletics and swimming trainings have started with solid numbers for both squads already. This promises to be a great lead into the 2023 ACC campaigns.
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Performing Arts Report
The VCE Performing Arts Showcase on Wednesday 5 October was a triumph of excellence. Year 12 VCE students in Music, Dance and Drama delivered magnificent solo performances.
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From the Health Centre
The Health Centre has an availability of Rapid Antigen Tests (RATs) for your use. If you require further boxes of RATs, please have your son contact his campus reception or contact me at the Health Centre.
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Reunions
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The Class of 1972 are invited to a 50 Year Reunion Lunch on Thursday 27 October at The Glasshouse Caulfield. For last minute tickets, please contact oldcolls@delasalle.vic.edu.au.
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Parent Network
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The Parent Network Annual General Meeting was held on Monday 10 October 2022. We are pleased to announce the Executive Committee of the De La Salle Parent Network for 2023.
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Mrs Meagan Selkirk
Outgoing President
College Parent Network
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Important Events
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Please note: 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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College Uniform
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De La Salle uniforms can be purchased at Dobsons, 667 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn or via the online store. The 2023 price list is available here.
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Employment Opportunities
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De La Salle is currently advertising a variety of job positions. Click here to find out more.
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From the Archives
With the recent release of the 110 Years 110 Stories book, I was fascinated to read the wide variety of life pursuits our Old Collegians have followed over the years.
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