Junior School
Upcoming Activities
Monday 18 - Friday 22 March
Harmony Week
Tuesday 19 March
Gold coin free dress day - Good Friday Appeal
Enrichment Maths Competitions
Wednesday 20 March
Year 7 Basketball & Tennis
DSC Open Night, 5pm - 7pm
Thursday 21 March
Junior School Harmony Day
Friday 22 March
Harmony Day BBQ at Breakfast Club
Wednesday 27 March
General school tour, 9.15am from W-Block
Kangourou sans frontieres Maths Competition, period 1-2
Thursday 28 March
Last day of Term 1, 2:30pm finish
TERM 2
Monday 15 April
Students return for Term 2
Tuesday 23 April
Wind Symphony attends the Templestowe Rotary School's ANZAC Day service
Thursday 25 April
Anzac Day Public Holiday (no school)
Doncaster Secondary College & Doncaster RSL Dawn Service
Tuesday 30 April
Soundworks
Wednesday 1 May
Stringworks
Monday 13 May
DSC House Athletics Carnival
Monday 20 - Wednesday 22 May
Instrumental Music Camp
Tuesday 4 June
Music Winter Concert
Year 7 NAPLAN
Year 7 students sit one final NAPLAN test on Monday (Numeracy) 18th March. For those students who have missed any of the NAPLAN sessions, Catch-Up sessions will be offered until the 25th March. Junior School leaders will work with the student to find a suitable period to sit their NAPLAN test.
Junior School Alternative Program Day (APD) Thursday 21 March
Our students will be celebrating and exploring our cultural heritage by creating resources to celebrate their culture. We will have guest speakers onsite from the Centre for Multicultural Youth
Students will be able to come in free dress and we encourage students to wear colours of their heritage.
Harmony Week Breakfast Club Friday 22 March
To recognise Harmony Week, we will be creating a new banner for W-Block at Breakfast Club. Come along students and make your imprint, while enjoying a free breakfast!
Skipping Class is Not OK
Some students are skipping classes: this article contains important information to change this concerning trend.
Why Skipping Class Matters
Missing class hinders a student's ability to:
- Grasp key concepts: Each lesson builds upon the previous one. Skipping creates gaps in understanding.
- Stay engaged: Active participation in class discussions and activities strengthens knowledge retention.
- Develop good habits: Regular attendance fosters responsibility and time management skills.
Consequences of Skipping
Truancy can lead to:
- Lower grades: Missed coursework directly impacts academic performance.
- Disciplinary action: Schools have consequences for unexcused absences.
Family Support is Key
Parents and guardians play a vital role, so Doncaster SC urge families to:
- Discuss the importance of regular attendance: Set clear expectations and emphasize the value of education.
- Monitor attendance records: Follow up with you child whenever you receive Unexplained Absence Notifications on Compass
- Address underlying issues: If you notice your child is skipping classes, work with the school to help identify and address any root causes.
Working Together, Learning Together
By prioritizing attendance and maintaining open communication, families and teachers can ensure students are on track for academic success. Remember, good habits formed in Junior School pave the way for a strong foundation in the later years of high school and beyond.
Ty Dennis
Year 8 Positive Climate for Learning & Community Engagement
Acting Assistant Principal (Junior School)
In term 2, Belinda McGee will be taking leave. To fulfill the Assistant Principal responsibilities in her absence, Elly Stewart will be acting Junior School Assistant Principal.
We congratulate Elly Stewart on her appointment.
Year 7 Soundworks
Students note: your first Soundworks rehearsal will occur this Monday (18 March) 3:30pm - 4:30pm in the Music Centre.
Nick Dean
Instrumental Music Coordinator