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TERM 3 KEY DATES

Tuesday 23 July

Year 10 Italian excursion

selected Year 9 & Year 10 students volunteer at Milgate PS Athletics Day, Rieschiecks Reserve

Year 10 French excursion to Greythorn PS

Year 11 assembly, period 2

Wednesday 24 July

Year 9 Course Counseling interviews

Year 12 English (Analytical Response) SAC, 2pm

Thursday 25 July

Junior School (Year 7 & Year 8) Alternative Program Day (careers & subject selections) - free dress/careers-themed

Senior Boys Soccer Regional Finals

Intermediate Girls AFL Regional Finals

Year 12 French TAC, 9am

Friday 26 July

Senior Girls Badminton Regional Finals

Year 8 Boys Soccer Regional Finals

Year 10 Course Selection Prep. assembly, period 3

Saturday 27 July

Paris Olympics Opening ceremony, 3:30am

week of Monday 29 July

Year 12, Unit 4 English (Oral) SAC, 9am

Monday 29 July

Year 12 Business Mgmt SAC, 1:45pm

Tuesday 30 July

Senior Boys AFL Regional Finals

Senior Careers & Tertiary Expo

Wednesday 31 July

Year 12 Biology SAC, 9am

Year 12 Assembly, 12:15pm

Year 12 General Maths SAC, 1:30pm

Wednesday 31 July - Thursday 1 August

Year 9 Duke of Ed practice camp

Thursday 1 August

Senior Girls Basketball Regional Finals

VCE-VM Speed X interviews, 9am - 11am

Year 12 History Revolutions SAC, 11am

Junior Jazz Victorian Schools Music Festival, 12:30pm 

Senior Jazz Victorian Schools Music Festival, 4pm 

Friday 2 August

Subject Selection Day

Year 12 Economics SAC, 9am

Tuesday 6 August

Intermediate Girls Soccer Regional Finals

Year 9 Presentation & Assembly, 9am - 11am, Performance Centre

Teacher Talent Show, lunchtime

Wednesday 7 August

Division Athletics

2024 Australian Maths Competition, 9am

Year 10 Course Counselling

Year 12 Psychology SAC, period 5

Thursday 8 August

Curriculum Day - no classes

Friday 9 August

Senior Girls Netball Regional Finals

Monday 12 August - Friday 16 August

Year 9 Duke of Ed. camp

Tuesday 13 August

Year 12 Accounting SAC, period 2

Wednesday 14 August

A Midsummer Night's Dream, Matinee performance

Year 12 VTAC Assembly, period 4

Year 12 PE SAC, 1:45pm

A Midsummer Night's Dream, 7pm

Thursday 15 August

A Midsummer Night's Dream, 7pm

Tuesday 20 August

Intermediate Sport

New date: SEAL Open Night, 5:15pm

Wednesday 21 August

Year 9 Cluster Day

Thursday 22 August

Year 10 History excursion

Friday 23 August

Year 12 Physics excursion

Strings Victorian Schools Music Festival, 2:30pm 

Monday 26 August

Year 12 French SAC, 8am

Wednesday 28 August

Year 11 Ancient History excursion

Thursday 29 August

Year 8 Sport

Year 11 English Language SAC, period 2

Year 12 Art, Making & Exhibiting excursion

Friday 30 August

Year 11 English Language SAC, period 3 

Monday 2 September

SEAL testing

Year 12 French SAC, 8am

Tuesday 3 September

Concert Band, Victorian Schools Music Festival, 9am

Year 11 Body Kind Month presentation

Wind Symphony, Victorian Schools Music Festival, 1pm

Wednesday 4 September

Year 7 Sport

Year 12 PE SAC, 2pm

Friday 6 September

Curriculum Day - no classes

Monday 9 September

Student-Led Conferences, no scheduled classes

Tuesday 10 September

Spring Music Concert

Wednesday 11 September

Year 9 Cluster Day

International Student Voice Project closing forum

Year 12 Biology SAC, period 1

Year 12 English SAC, 2pm

Thursday 12 September

Year 12 Psychology SAC, period 1

Year 11 Assembly

Year 12 Accounting SAC

Friday 13 September

Year 9 Presentation

Year 12 Business Managment SAC, 1:45pm

Year 12 History SAC, 1:55pm

Monday 16 - Friday 20 September

Year 12 Trial Exams

Friday 20 September

Year 9 Assembly, period 3

Last day of Term 3

DSC Short Story Competition - 2024

Show off your creative flair, imagination and writing skills in the DSC Short Story Competition! All students are invited to submit their entries via the learning task in their English class. If you have any questions about it, just ask your English/EAL teacher. Winners will be celebrated at a special lunch.

Upload your entry by Friday 9th August. 

A Midsummer Night's Dream

You can now book your ticket to this year's school production!

All tickets are only $10 each. Book your seat here:

https://www.trybooking.com/CTULY

A William Shakespeare comedy that weaves magic, mirth and mayhem. Set around a Midsummer night, where fairies meddle in human affairs, lovers get lost in a forest of enchantment, and hilarious misunderstandings lead to unexpected twists and turns. Our cast and crew have poured their hearts into this production, ensuring an unforgettable and spellbinding theatrical experience for you.

Term 3 Wellbeing Programs at DSC

Our Wellbeing team have organised a number of groupwork programs for students to access in Term 3.

JUNIOR SCHOOL

Year 7

• MPower – friendship/social skills and conflict resolution skill building.
• Revved Up  - develop skills in managing emotions through developing practical skills to navigate and respond to difficult situations. 

Year 8

• The Body Project  - aims to decrease the extent to which young women ‘buy into’ unrealistic societal appearance ideals and equip young women with the skills, knowledge and information to challenge messaging they receive.
• Good Eggs (mentees) - small group program for Year 8 mentees and Year 10 mentors to build connection and peer mentoring through cooking.  

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Year 9

• The Body Project - aims to decrease the extent to which young women ‘buy into’ unrealistic societal appearance ideals and equip young women with the skills, knowledge and information to challenge messaging they receive.
• Healthy Young Men – goal-setting skills and growth in self-awareness and purpose, a program delivered in partnership with Doncare.

SENIOR SCHOOL

Year 10

• Inspiring Girls - discover their passions and strengths through activities and engagement with inspiring role-models
• The Body Project - aims to decrease the extent to which young women ‘buy into’ unrealistic societal appearance ideals
• Good Eggs (mentors) - Year 10 mentors support Year 8 mentees to build connections, share knowledge and skills and connect over cooking. An opportunity to develop skills and knowledge in a practical setting.
• How to Adult - Small group program for Senior students to develop their knowledge, skills and strategies in navigating their own health and wellbeing as a young adult.  

Year 11

• Study Without Stress - knowledge and practical tips on how to approach and overcome the stress related to school work.
• How to Adult - Small group program for Senior students to develop their knowledge, skills and strategies in navigating their own health and wellbeing as a young adult.  

Year 12 

• Study Without Stress - knowledge and practical tips on how to approach and overcome the stress related to school work.
• How to Adult - Small group program for Senior students to develop their knowledge, skills and strategies in navigating their own health and wellbeing as a young adult.  

Join the Rotary Interact Club: Make a Difference and Have Fun!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community and beyond? Our school’s Rotary Interact Club offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant causes, develop leadership skills, and form lasting friendships. One of our key activities is fundraising, an essential component of our mission to support various local and international projects such as the Ronald MacDonald House Foundation and The Wheelchairs for Kids Foundation. 

Here's why joining our club, participating in fundraising events, and volunteering can be a transformative experience for you.

• Being a part of the Rotary Interact Club provides numerous opportunities to develop and hone your leadership abilities. Organizing and executing successful fundraising events require planning, coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. These experiences not only prepare you for future leadership roles but also enhance your resume, making you into a more attractive and appealing choice for future employers. 
• Fundraising allows you to directly support initiatives that improve the lives of those around you. Whether it's raising money for a local food bank, helping to fund educational programs, or supporting healthcare initiatives, your efforts can create a positive ripple effect in the community. By participating in our fundraisers, you help address pressing needs and make a tangible difference, not only in our local community but throughout the world. Rotary International's network spans the globe, allowing us to support international projects and initiatives. By participating in our fundraisers, you contribute to global efforts such as the Wheelchairs for Kids Foundation which provides wheelchairs to the children of Africa that are in need of them. Your actions at DSC can have a worldwide impact, connecting you to a larger movement of change-makers.
• Fundraising doesn't have to be all work and no play. Our club plans to organise a variety of enjoyable and creative events, from bake sales and trivia nights to movie nights, carnivals, and fairs. These events are not only effective in raising funds but also offer a fun and exciting way to engage with your peers and the community. Fundraising events bring people together for a common cause. Working alongside your peers, you will forge strong bonds and create memories that will last a lifetime. The sense of camaraderie and shared purpose in our club fosters a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
• Joining the Rotary Interact Club is easy and rewarding. Attend our next meeting to learn more about our upcoming projects and how you can contribute. We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts on potential fundraising activities. Whether you have a few hours to spare or want to take on a leadership role, there's a place for you in our club. Fundraising through the Rotary Interact Club at is more than just raising money; it's about making a difference, building skills, forming friendships, and having fun. Together, we can create positive change in our community and the world.

Join us today and be a part of something bigger than yourself. Let's make a lasting impact together! Reach out to your Year Level Coordinator if you would like to get involved.

Eleanna Sklavenitis

President of the Rotary Interact Club of Doncaster Secondary College

Maths Mentoring Program - International Students

We invite all International students to join us every Tuesday at 3:30pm in the International Learning Hub to help boost their grades in Maths!

Elly from Year 11 and Kyle from Year 10 love mathematics and they want to support their fellow international students by helping them to work through homework problems, prepare for tests and improve their overall math skills. Both students are fluent in Chinese too.

Interschool Sport Tryouts - Week 2

Paris Olympics 2024

Don't forget to tune in to the Olympics to support our very own DSC athletes!

Abbey Caldwell (Class of 2019) will be representing Australia in the Women's 800m Athletics. She makes her Olympic debut on Saturday 3rd August. 

Stephanie Ratcliffe (Class of 2018) will be representing Australia in the Women's Hammer Throw. She makes her Olympic debut on Sunday 4th August.

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