Library News
The school library is a wonderful hub of learning and discovery where all students are welcome.
Other than offering books, computers and resources, the library is a safe space where students are encouraged to think, create and share information with their friends. Respect for other library users and the resources is something we value at our College.
Library opening hours (when onsite):
- Monday: 9am - 4pm
- Tuesday: 8:30am - 4pm
- Wednesday: 8:30am - 4 pm
- Thursday: 9am - 4pm
- Friday: 8:30am - 4pm
Open daily before school, at recess and lunch.
Borrowing is for a month and is unlimited. We have an extensive collection with lots of fabulous new fiction and non-fiction books waiting for you to read! Become part of our reading community and have lots of fun chats about literature with us.
Research shows that regular reading:
- improves brain connectivity.
- increases your vocabulary and comprehension.
- empowers you to empathize with other people.
- aids in sleep readiness.
- reduces stress.
- lowers blood pressure and heart rate.
- fights depression symptoms.
- prevents cognitive decline as you age.
So why not pick up a book or a tablet and get lost in the imagination of others.
Haven’t got a book to read? Try the DSC library’s Wheelers platform for ebooks and audiobooks - see below!
Wheelers ePlatform is here!
Remember, Doncaster SC now has the Wheelers Platform for ebooks and audio books. This platform provides students access to a huge range of ebooks through an easy-to-use, customisable and secure lending system.
Book lovers will love this opportunity to be able to select from the great range on offer.
- Browse, borrow, and read eBooks or listen to audio books from anywhere at home or on the go.
- Tailored specifically for Australia and New Zealand with access to a wide range of local and international content.
- Titles are available on almost all reading devices.
- There are 100’s of titles available through the Wheelers website with new publishers being signed up every week.
- 14 day loan, books automatically return themselves, reservations options, and more.
In particular, this platform is suitable for struggling readers (such as those with reading roadblocks including, Dyslexia or visual impairment). With simple instructions to follow, page format settings such as font, size and colour can be adjusted to assist any reader.
Instructions on how to access the Wheelers Platform is provided in the attachment below.
Our library staff are available to help students access Wheelers ePlatform so please reach out to Ms Evans or Ms Hayward if you need further assistance.
Special Group Photos
Students involved in the 2021 Special Group photos - this includes the school captains, international students, SRC and the Year 9 Peer Group shots - can now purchase a copy of their photo. The order form is attached below.
DSC Alumni making news!
Did you read the article in The Age's Good Weekend Saturday Aug 28 edition, featuring Doncaster SC alumni, Jo Barrett? Ms Barrett has achieved great success in the Australian food industry. She is a top chef and food publisher - winning a Good Food Guide hat for her work at Oakridge winery in the Yarra Valley. Now, Ms Barrett turns her passion and drive into sustainable food.
How we grow and consume food needs to change in order to be more sustainable for our planet.
People want to make a change , they just don't know how.
Jo Barrett
The Good Weekend article presents Ms Barrett's work at the Future Food System - an experimental eco food space at Melbourne's Fed Square, serving lunches and offering sustainable food tours. This pop up house will remain at Fed Square until mid 2022. When we are out of lockdown, why not visit Jo Barrett!
In the meantime, you can access the Good Weekend article here (edition Sat 28 August 2021, section Good Weekend pg 10-13) using the DSC library digital subscription to The Age.
Clubs in the Library
The library hosts a number of clubs throughout the week. When onsite learning resumes, come on down and join in the fun.
- Breakfast Club, Fridays 8am - 9am
- Rainbow Collective Club, Tuesdays at lunchtime (Literacy room)
- Chess Club, Monday to Friday at lunchtime
Sue Hayward
Curriculum Resource Manager
eBook Recommendations
You can access audio and ebooks from the Doncaster SC Wheelers Platform.
Alex Rider Book 1: Stormbreaker
by Anthony Horowitz
Fantastic fast-paced series – read the book where it all began!
Alex Rider’s life changes dramatically after his guardian dies. Unbelievably, as a fourteen year old he is recruited into MI6 and sent off on a secret mission. A mission only a child could fulfill…
Number the Stars
by Lois Lowry
It’s World War II in Copenhagen Denmark, the Nazis are now in control.
Annemarie Johansen is a young girl with a best friend called Ellen. But Ellen and her family are Jewish, and Annemarie and her family will get into a lot of trouble if they help the Rosen’s escape. As the only one able to do anything, Annemarie must do her best.
Based on a true story.
Two Wolves
by Tristan Bancks
The police are at the door … Ben’s family is off on holiday, except it doesn’t feel like a holiday, it feels like a kidnapping!
A brother and sister have to step-up and decide what’s the most important thing - family or doing what’s right?
Students at the school have recently read and enjoyed these books from our physical collection. The novels are also available as eBooks in the school’s eBook collection and there are lots of others to choose from. It is well worth having a look! You might find a new favourite.
When we return to onsite learning, we look forward to seeing you in the library soon! Come and find the perfect book for you.
Miriam Evans
Library Technician