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THE DUCE NEWSLETTER ISSUE 39
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The Principal's Report
A warm welcome to the 2023 school year to all in our De La Salle community. Due to the positive approach, commitment and expertise of virtually everyone across the entire staff, it has been a very smooth beginning to the academic year.
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Identity and Mission
A new year always brings new beginnings. I am delighted to welcome all students, staff and families who are new to our College.
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Rana Brogan
Assistant Principal — Identity and Mission
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Student Wellbeing
A warm welcome back to all families and students in 2023. The coming year will no doubt prove to be an exciting and engaging one.
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Jessica Alger
Assistant Principal — Students
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Learning and Teaching
A warm welcome to all new and returning students and families to 2023. Mother Teresa once said, “Peace begins with a smile”.
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Assistant Principal — Learning and Teaching
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Tiverton Campus
Year 5 - 8
Our Year 7 students have transitioned to the new year with excitement and curiosity. The emphasis in Year 7 is to feel comfortable and confident transitioning from primary to secondary schooling.
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Year 7 Year Level Coordinator
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Holy Eucharist Campus
Year 9
At last week’s assembly I put to the Year 9 cohort that the Finnish word ‘Sisu’ could provide a fitting backdrop for developing both learning and wellbeing this year.
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David Alexander
Year 9 Head of Campus
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Kinnoull Campus
Year 10 - 12
In welcoming the Kinnoull cohort back after the summer break, the students looked refreshed and ready to re-commence their academic year.
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Shane Mackintosh
Director of Students (Senior Years)
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Sports Report
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“Do you know what my favourite part of the game is? The opportunity to play.”
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Mike Singletary - Former NFL Coach
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From the Health Centre
De La Salle College is facilitating the Stonnington Public Health Unit vaccination session on Wednesday 8 March for current Year 7 and Year 10 students.
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International Crepe Day
The Year 9 students at Holy Eucharist Campus have kicked off their Mission Action Day fundraising by celebrating International Crepe Day.
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Year 10 Dance Program
We are looking forward to hosting the 2023 Year 10 Dance Program with Star of the Sea College and would love to see lots of De La Salle College students participating in this event.
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Year 10 Dance Coordinator
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DLSAFC Fundraiser
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On Sunday 12 February, players from the
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De La Salle Amateur Football Club will be running 100km to raise awareness around mental health and wellbeing.
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De La Salle Amateur Football Club
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Library News
Each year we find that we make new promises to ourselves about things that we want to achieve.
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Staying Safe from Mosquitos
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Recent wet and warm weather has increased mosquito breeding. Mosquitoes can carry diseases that may be passed on to people through mosquito bites.
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Parent Network
The Parent Network Committee welcomes you to the 2023 Parent Community of De La Salle College.
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Reunions
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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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From the Archives
I am hoping to reach out to Old Collegians from the mid-1970s who may still have a copy of the student newsletter outlined in the attached article from the 1976 Blue and Gold.
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