ISSUE 5 | Week 11, Term 1 - Thursday 11 April 2024

PRINCIPAL'S WELCOME

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Dear Families,

Thank you to all families, students, and staff for a wonderful Term 1, overflowing with learning opportunities, experiences and celebrations. This past week alone has seen our girls engage in so many opportunities – no doubt the Year 7 girls will have lots of stories to share following their much-anticipated camp.

Our Twilight Sports Day was an exceptionally well-organised and fun day with outstanding attendance and participation by students. Led with a spirit of fun and healthy competition, our House Captains embodied a leadership of discipline, energy, respect and excellence.

Thank you to our Parents and Friends Committee who served a delicious sausage and veggie-patty sizzle with lots of hard work and good humour demonstrating the true spirit of what it means to be in community at St Dominic’s. It was a great day and I congratulate all who it made it possible – Lyndall Pratt, Emma Rawlins, Michelle Richter, Olivia Couch, the PE Faculty and so many more.  Our staff worked tireless, front and centre and behind the scenes to ensure fun, fairness and community, whilst prioritising student safety.

As the term ends, I share some staffing news. Gavin Reeves has worked at the College for over ten years and is leaving to explore new opportunities. Gavin has been a highly valued staff member, contributing greatly to the needs of the College across the infrastructure, grounds and maintenance. He was instrumental in our work on the Adams Mayo Building project, and we all appreciate his garden designs and landscaping. We wish Gavin every happiness in the future and give thanks for his work and contribution to our school community.

As you are aware, we will welcome Natalie Cameron as the Director of the Junior School next term. Acting in the role for Term 1, Belinda Baker has been an exceptional leader of our primary community and families. Belinda is a thoughtful, gracious, considered and insightful leader who has embraced all of the work with professionalism. We have delighted in working alongside Belinda on the College Leadership Team and I offer gratitude for her work over the past term. Belinda will play an instrumental role in handing over to Natalie. Please join me in thanking Belinda and Gavin for their work at St Dominic’s Priory College.

Deb Osborne will be taking leave during Term 2. As such Jessica O’Connor will continue to teach Year 5B and Belinda Baker will use her many skills to take on Primary Curriculum Coordination in Deb’s absence.  From Week 2, we will welcome back Renee Edwards from Parenting Leave, as Class Teacher of Year 3 for 2 days (Thursday and Friday), with Savannah Gargiulo continuing to teach the Year 3 girls for 3 days (Monday – Wednesday).  Savannah will also teach PE across the Junior Primary from next term.  We are grateful to these staff.

I was also delighted to learn, staff member recently on Maternity Leave, Claire Ward and her husband welcomed a little girl on Thursday 4/4/24 at 4:50pm.  Alice Elizabeth was born weighing 2.9kgs and 46cm.  We are over the moon for Claire and her family.

We also wish Stacey Matthews every blessing, as she prepares to marry her fiancé during this break.  She will return to us in Term 2, with many stories of celebration, also ready to take on her new role of Mathematics Coordinator.

Our faith story tells us that the Easter season is a time of great joy and awe, symbolising the renewal of life and hope in the resurrection of Jesus. How might we find opportunities to connect with life in meaningful ways with our families, our daughters and with each other? In recent times, I have often found myself reflecting on parenting as I witness your interactions, your hard work, your commitment and your patience. Parenting is one of the most important roles in our community and I hope you know how much you are appreciated as you undertake the work of raising girls (and their brothers), to be people of joy and hope, to find meaningful ways to live with kindness, love and truth. Well Done to all mums and dads, step parents and grandparents, aunties and uncles – your contribution to our world is deeply appreciated.

I look forward to Term 2 with great anticipation but not before we all take that collective breath known as the ‘Term 1 Break’. May it be a time where you enjoy the good company of your daughters.  We look forward to seeing all girls looking resplendent in their Winter Uniforms, from the first day of Term 2, Monday 29 April.  

Dr Helen Steele
COLLEGE PRINCIPAL

TWILIGHT SPORTS DAY

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GUERIN SHIELD (overall winner)
Aquinas - 2284 points
Guzman - 2130 points
Siena - 2074 points
Columba - 1932 points

TROPHIES
Smith, Taylor, Taggart House Spirit Award - Guzman
Discipline Award - Columba
Relay - Aquinas 
Ball Games - Siena (Primary)     Aquinas (Secondary)
Marching - Aquinas (Primary)   Guzman (Secondary)  
The Dominican Sisters 100m Sprint - Mali Walters (8G)

HIGHEST INDIVIDUAL POINTS FOR FIELD EVENTS
Columba Amy Le (8B)
Guzman Eliza Donnellan (8W)
Siena April Fazackerley (10G)
Aquinas Ayo Adejoro (12W)    

AGE GROUP CHAMPIONS

INTRODUCING SCHOOL STREAM

During Term 2, St Dominic's Priory College is very excited to introduce School Stream; an all-in-one communication solution, tailored specifically to schools. You may already be familiar with this platform, from another school.  This means SEQTA will be used for subject-specific communication and release of school reports, while School Stream will be used for global communications.

In the coming days, all parent/guardians will receive an invitation from School Stream, with details on how to connect. To access the College's School Stream, you will need to log in using the mobile number or email address that you have previously provided to the College.

During the initial phase of the roll-out, the fortnightly Newsletter and any special email communications from Leadership will be sent via both School Stream and existing SEQTA email methods, providing families time to download and familiarise themselves with the new app.  Additional features will come online once our Community is all on board.  In the foreseeable future, we will then completely transition to using School Stream as our main form of communication at the College.

The College will cease duplicating communications across both channels at the end of Semester 1, and so we ask that families ensure they have downloaded the School Stream App and activated their Push Notifications for the App by Friday 28 June 2024. 

To find out more about School Stream,
and to download the app from either
Apple Store or Google Play, visit: https://www.schoolstream.com.au/download/
and then follow the prompts below.

TERM 2 LEARNING CONVERSATIONS

St Dominic’s Priory College Staff look forward to the opportunity to discuss your daughter’s learning progress at the Reception to Year 12 Learning Conversations.

The Learning Conversations will take place on:

Monday 29 April 2024 from 1:50 pm until 6:00 pm
(NOTE: This is the first day of Term 2. Students will be dismissed at 1:00pm)
Tuesday 7 May 2024 from 3:50 pm until 6:00 pm

Learning Conversations will be held in the Adams Mayo Building. A map will be provided to families on the day. We encourage Year 6 – 12 students to attend Learning Conversations with their Parent/Guardian(s).

Please enter the College via the Front Reception (automatic sliding doors) on Molesworth Street.

Bookings are now open.

Go to www.schoolinterviews.com.au and follow these instructions.
Enter the code w67j3 and press "Go".
Enter your details.
Select the teachers you wish to see.
Select the appointment times that suit your family.

When you click FINISH, your interview timetable will be emailed to you automatically. If you do not receive your email immediately – check your junk mail folder (make sure you have spelt your email address correctly).

Interpreters will be available in both sessions for parents who require these services. If you require an interpreter, please email Olivia Couch at ocouch@stdominics.sa.edu.au.

TEACH YOUR CHILD GRATITUDE

Having gratitude for the good things in your life is a cornerstone of satisfaction and wellbeing. But in the age of excess, how do parents ensure their child is broadly appreciative of their pretty good life? 

A few years ago, a lovely couple told me about their very difficult teenager who had made the family’s life very challenging. ‘He’s so demanding and complaining about what he doesn’t have’, they said, ‘He completely ruined our Christmas trip to Switzerland.’ 

Sorry, what? Your child got to be a pain in the neck last year and he got rewarded with a trip to Switzerland? And yet he still thought his life was hard done by? 

I’d like to say that this story is unusual but increasingly I am hearing parents complain about their child’s lack of gratitude. And the terribly ironic thing is that often these children appear to have everything going for them and the sorts of childhoods that many would only dream of. 

In some ways, it is the very fact that they get everything that makes them even more demanding. I call these kids ‘the 99ers’. 99% of their life is going well, but often they are livid about the 1% that is not exactly to their demands. This minor inconvenience often makes them angrier than the children who have got far less.  

In some ways, the more you give your child the more you teach them to always expect things from you. If they typically receive everything they ask for, why wouldn’t they ask for more?  

So, how do you turn it around?  

We can’t underestimate the positive impact of a child being proud of something they feel their efforts have earned them. If they have worked hard to do extra chores to earn their spending money at a theme park or their candy purchasing power at the movies, then they are probably going to spend the money more wisely. But also, they are going to be more appreciative of the moment their hard work paid off, than the child who has been handed the money via request or demand only.  

Think about the thing that you are proudest of. It is typically not something that came easily to you, but something that you worked hard for – the car you saved for, the business you put in hours to build, the long-term relationship you put your best into every day.  

So, next time your child asks, give them two for the price of one, an opportunity to earn the item and the pride and satisfaction that come with their achievement. 

TAKEAWAY FOR PARENTS

Start giving your child the chance to earn the good things in their life - doing chores to get screen time, taking in the washing to get a lift to their mate’s place. This will go a long way to making them more grateful for all you do for them and their many blessings in life. 

© Judith Locke 

Dr Judith Locke is a Clinical Psychologist and child wellbeing specialist who presents sessions for parents and teachers at schools around Australia and internationally. For more of Judith’s work read her parenting books, The Bonsai Child or The Bonsai Student. The Bonsai Child is also available in Mandarin. You can also follow her Facebook page Confident and Capable. 

DR JUDITH LOCKE PRESENTS AT ST DOMINIC'S PRIORY COLLEGE

Judith will visit the College and present two bespoke, free sessions to St Dominic's parents/guardians across two dates in May.  We strongly urge our community to attend the night(s) that correlate to their children's ages.

Monday 20 May 6:00pm - 8:00pm for Reception to Year 5 parents
Tuesday 21 May 6:00pm - 8:00pm for Year 6 to Year 12 parents 

Her sessions will help adults to understand how we can live with, parent, and teach our girls to have confidence that helps her be a truthful, Dominican adult; attentive to both her needs, and the needs of others. Dr Locke's themes include Resilience, Self-regulation, Resourcefulness, Respect and Responsibility.

To register your attendance at either/both of these free sessions, please refer to the link included in the invitation that was emailed to families on 20 February and 15 March.

DIRECTOR OF FAITH & MISSION

LIFE AS A JOURNEY

We often hear that "Life is a journey," but how often do we pause to consider the depth of this statement? What does it mean for us, individually and as a community? If life is indeed a journey, it prompts us to ask: Where does this journey begin, and where does it end? What paths will we take, and what will we need to stay the course? How do we prepare, and what challenges might we face? And perhaps most importantly, what is our ultimate goal?

In exploring these questions through the lens of the Christian faith, we find clarity and direction worth embracing. Consider the profound insight of St. Augustine of Hippo, who realised that our journey's start, course, and conclusion are all found in God. He writes in his Confessions, "You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in You."

The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus further illuminates our path, teaching us essential truths:

Life is hard - but we are not alone.

We are not in control - surrendering to God brings peace.

Our journey isn't just about us - community and relationships matter.

Though physical death is inevitable – eternal life is discovered for those who live as one in, with, and through God.

These lessons, drawn from the Easter story, underscore our shared journey at St Dominic's Priory College. For 140 years, our community has lived out these truths through words and actions, and we trust this legacy will continue for many generations.

This term, our students have actively engaged in activities that reflect these spiritual lessons. At our recent Assembly, we celebrated these moments, captured in the images included in the Newsletter. These activities, from community service projects to reflective prayer sessions, exemplify how we embody our faith in action, fostering a sense of unity and purpose.

As we move forward towards the Feast of Pentecost, let us hold these truths close to our hearts. Let us take time to reflect on our personal and the collective journey we undertake, considering how we can live more fully in the light of Christ's teachings.

Wishing the St Dominic's community a continued happy Easter season. May this time renew our spirit and deepen our journey with and toward God.

Mr Joseph Catania
DIRECTOR OF FAITH & MISSION

BLOOM AI FOR STAGE 2 STUDENTS

This year, St Dominic's Priory College Adelaide introduced our Stage 2 Psychology and Stage 2 Physics Year 12 students to Bloom AI, an Artificial Intelligence-powered tutor designed to enhance the learning experience, founded by Gary Liang.

Bloom AI is trained on the teacher’s notes, and hence less prone to inaccuracies or “hallucinations”. Notes were provided in a range of formats: PDFs, PowerPoints, Word documents and even scanned resources. However, students still need to critically assess what it tells them, just like they do when conducting their online research. Bloom output can be monitored, and teachers can be informed of any at-risk behaviour.

Feedback from students has been positive. Out of the students who gave Bloom a rating, every student rated it 8 or above, and over half of the students gave Bloom AI a score of 10 out of 10.

“It provides easy to understand answers, and it also provides great questions to get us thinking instead of blindly giving us answers - helps us to think better and develop our understanding and knowledge by going beyond the answer.” – Year 12 Psychology student

Many students tell me that they find the “Upload Picture” feature extremely useful. Bloom AI can recognise an image/diagram and explain it to students. Usage of Bloom improved over the 10-week trial and we suspect that queries will spike during periods of exam revision.

Our Psychology teacher finds Bloom “a quick and easy way to locate the relevant information required for specific key ideas covered in the year 12 Psychology course outline”. Our Physics teacher says that his students like “the fact that it checks their understanding and will prompt/question students if they haven’t quite grasped a particular concept”. One of the features teachers particularly liked is the ability to "block questions". Teachers provide Bloom with a copy of an assignment, and Bloom can detect when students have simply copied and pasted it into Bloom. Bloom will respond saying that it can't help with their assignment. It’s not 100% foolproof (for example, students can rephrase the question), but this initial filter forces students to think critically.

Students and teachers have requested continued use of Bloom AI for the remainder of the year, of which we are accommodating. We are also introducing a Bloom AI for our Stage 2 Chemistry, Digital Technologies and Design, Technology and Engineering students, starting next term!

Our current evaluation of Bloom AI is based on student and teacher user experience. We are looking forward to collecting and analysing data on student performance to gain deeper insights into the outcomes for student academic performance.

Ms Joanne Villis
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY ENRICHMENT

YEAR 11 PASTORAL CARE REPORT

SERVICE TO OUR COMMUNITY

Over the course of Term 1, the Year 11 students have taken part in a number of initiatives and service acts for the outpatients and inpatients receiving care through the Mary Potter Hospice in Calvary Hospital, North Adelaide. I have been working in partnership with events coordinator Mel to develop a range of service activities that have allowed patients to receive cards, messages, care packages and crafted items for all sorts of occasions such as ‘Random Act of Kindness Day’ and ‘Christmas in July’. In living out two of our key Dominican pillars of Service and Community, it is wonderful to develop a strong and authentic partnership between The Mary Potter Foundation and St Dominic’s Priory College. With the words of our own South Australian saint, St. Mary Mackillop, to “never see a need without doing something about it”, the Year 11 students have embraced this philosophy. The girls have taken to these activities with great gusto and often remarked on the importance of these moments and reaching out to those who are experiencing adversity and personal turmoil in their lives.

What has been most remarkable, are the many patients who have reached out to the girls to thank them for their kindness. Cards, emails and even a Facebook post has been received across the year. Below is an extract from an email sent by outpatient Paul and a facebook post by Andrew ‘Cosi’ Costello whose mother was a patient over Christmas.

“I was extremely moved emotionally to receive your kind card and heart with the hot cross buns delivered by Tony at Calvary Palliative Care Home Services.

It is those little things which are so moving to someone in my situation. If I am not too presumptuous, cherish those who are genuine for the rest of your life, sharing whenever the opportunity arises, and help those with any depressive or mental issues via support, communication and visits. Your card speaks volumes of your values, respect and culture.

Thank you, God Bless, Paul”

With more service activities planned in the near future, I know the students will continue to understand the value of volunteering and thinking of those in need. It is these simple and momentary acts of kindness that have long lasting and far-reaching impact for those in our community who are suffering.

Ms Sara Nigro
YEAR 11 COORDINATOR

YEAR 11 BIOLOGY

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On Friday 22 March, the Year 11 Biology classes had a great time observing Aldinga Reef. They were looking at how the organisms change as you move from the shore out on the reef. It was a great opportunity to learn about marine organisms which live in the intertidal reef, and the adaptations they have to help them survive there.

Ms Eleanor Marin
YEAR 11 BIOLOGY 

HASS FACULTY REPORT

FROM THE YEAR  7-10 HISTORY CLASSROOMS

This term, our Year 7 students embarked on a fascinating journey through Deep Time Australia. They explored Chocolate Chip Archaeology, delved into Dreaming stories, and are now immersing themselves in the Lake Mungo discoveries as television reporters.

In Year 8, students are diving into the Medieval World. They're discovering 'New Rules' in class that relate to the Magna Carta, offering an engaging perspective on this historical document. Needless to say, our teachers are not enacting any of the suggested draconian measures!

Year 9 students started by playing the 'Urban Game', which required them to plot changes to a small village, witnessing firsthand the impact of the Industrial Revolution in Britain from 1750-1850. They're now exploring the development of Australia as a nation.

Meanwhile, Year 10 students are examining the causes of World War II and grappling with the atrocities of the Holocaust. They're honing their research skills by crafting biographies of South Australian servicepeople, with the option of entering their work into the Premier’s ANZAC Spirit competition.

HAVING A VOICE

Year 12 student, Alexandra Calica-Chavez is part of the South Australian Youth Forum and is a finalist for the Young Achiever of the Year Awards SA being held on 17 April.  Alex has also been invited to join a democratic workshop in Canberra for the ‘Make it 16’ campaign during the school holidays. We wish Alex well in all her endeavours.

YEAR 10 KANGAROO ISLAND GEOGRAPHY CAMP

Despite a rather choppy crossing of Backstairs Passage, this would not be the only ‘bump’ along the way. As usual the KI trip was ‘full gas’ from the moment we landed at Penneshaw. With Penington Bay, lunch in Parndana, Stokes Bay, Seal Bay and Vivonne Bay all in one day, it was great to get to our comfortable accommodation at American River. Unfortunately, the accommodation’s water pump broke and the girls experienced life on an island where trades people are scarce. The girls adjusted to life with extremely limited water supplies overnight sparking interesting discussions on health and hygiene. The next morning, we continued to explore the human impact on coastal regions, visiting Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch, Little Sahara, Emu Ridge, and Clifford’s Honey Farm.

A few words from the students:

“I really liked how we went to different places, and [learnt about] ... geographical features and attractions. I would definitely recommend for future years.” - Emerson Muller

“Two things I enjoyed about Kangaroo Island was the ferry ride (especially on the way there because it was rocky) and the second thing... was the sand dunes and pretty beaches we visited.” - Morgan Hillman

YEAR 11 FLINDERS RANGES GEOGRAPHY CAMP

Assessing the threat level of a bushfire in the Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park and its surrounding area formed the focus for our three-day trip to the Flinders Ranges.  We looked at fuel loads, aspect of slopes, gradient of slopes, planning of settlements, access routes and other bushfire mitigation strategies. 

A few words from the students:

“Our class had a great time bonding during the Flinders Ranges trip, which was also very educational. Our excursion not only taught us a great deal about... bushfires ... it also enabled us to detach from technology and concentrate on enjoying nature and the present moment.” - Millie Johnson

“[It] was an amazing experience and I really enjoyed walking through Wilpena Pound ...” - Charlotte Krueger

“The camp was a much-needed retreat to nature and ... and the skills collected ... were undeniable, a geography trip we won't forget!”  - Tvisa Patel

“I liked everything about [it]... because everyone completed activities together and we got to see the spectacular view from Wilpena Pound. Only thing that could have been improved would be the bathrooms because of the flush.”  - Hanana Ahmadi

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

Parents often ask how they might support their daughters in the subjects we offer and I have provided a few ideas here. We are very fortunate in Adelaide, and indeed in South Australia to have many places that you can visit as a family. Some of these locations are free, whilst others have a cost. The South Australian Museum located on North Terrace is open Monday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm; admission is free! Why not check out what holiday programs they have coming up for children aged 4-17. Some have a cost attached, but others are free. https://www.samuseum.sa.gov.au/event/school-holiday-activities

Getting your family onto one of our many walking trails is a great way to discover the geography of our area. The best thing is that many of these trails are free to access, or a low cost if they are in a national park. When was the last time you did the walk from Waterfall Gully to Mt Lofty? Here is a list of family friendly trails https://www.alltrails.com/australia/south-australia/adelaide--2/kids

Ms Aurora Reid
LEARNING AREA LEADER - HASS

LANGUAGES NEWS

FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL

On Monday 25 March, the Year 9 French Class had the opportunity to go to Palace Nova East End Cinema, to watch ‘Les Têtes Givrées’ ('The Snow Must Go On'), as part of the annual Alliance Française French Film Festival.

It was the captivating movie of Alain, a former mountain guide, turned teacher. When faced with a challenging group of teenagers, in an effort to stimulate them, he arranges a field trip to… the heart of a glacier in the French Alps!

The students are awe-struck by the glacier and when they learn that the Glacier is melting away, they decide to embark on a mission to save it as their class project. Even against everyone’s advice, they will do anything in their power to save the Glacier.

We had an amazing time watching the film, trying to test our understanding of the French language and, of course, eating a lot of snacks! By the end of the film, we felt connected to the characters, and we were left with a sense that we ourselves should change our habits and make more of an effort to save Mother Earth from Global warming. Let’s start today!

Un grand merci to Madame Patti-Reid and to Mrs Tchigique (also a French speaker) for organising this excursion and for accompanying us.

Briana Phan 9W & Isabella Michail 9G

SAFTA INTERSCHOOL PÉTANQUE TOURNAMENT

On the evening of Thursday 21 March, four Year 9 French students (Eden Lee, Giselle Jukic, Kiva Gunson and Yenumi Kodituwakku) represented St Dom’s at the annual South Australian French Teachers’ Association’s Interschool Pétanque Tournament, held at the Unley Sports Club.

Pétanque originated in Provence, a region in the south of France. It is a form of bowling, similar to the Italian game of bocce. It is played on a rough, gravel surface using steel balls, which in French are called boules. The aim of the game is to bowl your boule and be the closest one to the little jack called le cochonet.

When playing pétanque, the opposing teams will take turns throwing the boules, and whoever has the most boules closest to the cochonnet wins the game. Unfortunately for St Dominic’s, we didn’t make it into the quarter-finals, but we still had a lot of fun representing our school. Our team participated with their full efforts, playing three matches against students who had come all the way from Renmark, then Mercedes College, and lastly Trinity College Gawler. Although we beat Trinity, it wasn’t enough to advance.

Nonetheless, it was an enjoyable evening which gave us a chance to practise our French and to learn a new skill. We thank Madame Patti-Reid for entering our team in this event and supervising us on the night. Merci.

Yenumi Kodituwakku and Giselle Jukic (9G)

GROWTH MINDSET

LEARNING FROM YOUR MISTAKES

Mistakes are an important part of learning and growing.  It is important to acknowledge your mistakes and use them as growth points. Own your mistakes and learn from them.

OWN YOUR MISTAKES

You can't learn anything from a mistake until you admit that you've made it.

FOUR KEY STEPS for adults to help children learn from mistakes.

1. Talk openly about mistakes
2. Reframe mistakes as opportunities for learning
3. Spot opportunities around you
4. Make it a habit

REFRAME THE ERROR

How you view your mistakes determines how you react to them and what you do. If you can reframe your mistake as an opportunity to learn, you will motivate yourself to become more knowledgeable and resilient.

Your mindset plays a significant role in how you view your mistakes and, importantly, how you react to them. If you have a growth mindset, you will likely see mistakes as an opportunity to improve and not as something you are doomed to repeat because your mindset is "fixed" on the belief.

(Adapted from mindtools.com)

PARENTS & FRIENDS

PARENTS & FRIENDS MEETINGS IN TERM 2

The Parents & Friends Meetings for Term 2 will take place on Thursday 16 May and Thursday 13 June, from 7:30pm until 9:00pm in the Adams Mayo Library.  All parents and/or guardians are welcome.

SAVE THE DATE - MOTHER'S DAY STALL

The Parents & Friends will host a Mother's Day Stall on Wednesday 8 May, during Recess and Lunch, for students to purchase gifts for the special women in their lives.  All gifts will be $7 each.

SUPPORTING THE 2024 SOUP AND SLEEP

Soup and Sleep is in its FOURTH year, and was created to provide a community gathering space, where people are able to come together and make a difference to people in need, whilst having fun, raising funds and just sacrificing one night of comfort to support those experiencing homelessness.

On Thursday 6 June, a member of our College Parent Community, Myrna Domiati (mother of Grace in Year 10), will participate in the 2024 Soup and Sleep event; preparing food for those in need and sleeping rough for the night, to understand the struggle of those less fortunate.  To learn more about Soup and Sleep, and help raise money to put Food on the Table and ensure that No-One goes Hungry, visit: https://soupandsleep.org.au/myrna-domiati 

All proceeds go directly towards feeding those who cannot afford a fresh and healthy meal, and providing training and employment opportunities to help those in need, help themselves.

SCHOOL UMBRELLAS - $25ea

Don't find yourself caught off-guard by unexpected Autumn showers!!  Get in ahead of the winter rush and grab an SDPC Umbrella for your schoolbag or car today.  They are available to purchase directly from the College Office.

Payment can be made in person via cash or EFTPOS, or else ordered over the phone from the Finance Office (08) 8331 5100 and collected during school hours.

SPORT NEWS

TERM 2/3 SPORT

Training for Term 2 Sport will commence in Week 1.  A reminder to parents/guardians to please ensure you have accepted the Consent2Go and made the online payment before the first game, to confirm your daughter's place in the team.

If your daughter's chosen sport requires a specific uniform, please head to Campus School & College Wear during the School Holidays.    

SSSA TRACK AND FIELD

Congratulations to all girls who competed for St Dominic's.  The weather conditions were perfect, and all girls competed to the best of their ability.  St Dom's finished 4th overall in the C1 Division.  We are grateful to all of the student helpers, and the staff who came along; Mr Tim Grant, Mrs Natasha Tchigique, and Mrs Ali McPeake.

SACSSGSA TRACK AND FIELD

Unfortunately, the SACSSGSA Track and Field event was postponed, due to hot weather.  It will now be held later in Term 3.

CONGRATULATIONS, ISABEL!

We are proud to announce that Isabel Burgoyne (4G) has earned herself a place at the World Ninja Athlete Games (WNAG) Championships, competing in two different events.  This competition will be held between 24 - 28 July 2024 in Anaheim, California; as one of five championship events in the Ultimate Ninja Athlete Association (WNAA) World Series Finals.  

Isabel's selection comes after being placed 3rd in U9 Females during the World Ninja Athlete Games. The World Ninja Athlete Games took place from 9 - 17 March 2024 and saw Gyms from across the globe compete on the same standardised course throughout the week.  Scores are based on how many of the 20 obstacles are completed within a 7-minute limit.  Congratulations, Isabel!

SACPSSA SWIMMING CARNIVAL 

St Dominic's Priory College competed in Section 2 of the SACPSSA Swimming at Burnside on Tuesday 26 March.

Chloe Dhillon (6B - pictured) placed 1st in Freestyle, Breaststroke and Butterfly, and 3rd in Backstroke. Chloe was awarded  a medal for Year 6 Age Champion.

Congratulations to all swimmers for their team spirit. Other results on the day include:

Grace Pham, 1st Year 3 Breaststroke Div A
Sophie Histed 3rd Year 6 Breaststroke Div C
Kyra Kumar, 3rd year 5 girls Backstroke Div B
Year 4 Girls 3rd Freestyle relay Isabel Burgoyne, Esmee Pradham, Emily Saki, Annabelle Parisi

Everyone enjoyed the day, whether they were swimming for competition or fun. Either way, all students had a positive experience and look forward to next year.

Isabelle Nguyen
SWIMMING CAPTAIN

SAPSASA NETBALL CARNIVAL 

The College entered two Year 5/6 Netball teams into a SAPSASA Carnival on Wednesday 27 March. This was a 'Round Robin' with the aim being skill development and participation.

The event was fun, and it tested our 'Growth Mindset', as some teams were stronger than others. We even played against a boys' team and won. - Aliya Walters (6B)

We played in 5 matches for the day and although it was tiring, we had fun working as a team and won most of our games. - Claudia May (6B)

SEDA COLLEGE NETBALL CLINICS

On Thursdays, students from Years 1 - 6 participated in Netball Clinics facilitated by SEDA College students. In these clinics, students have been taught various skills and concepts of the game of Netball.

The clinics were fun. I learnt how to do a double dodge. We participated in lots of fun activities. - Guneet Ghotra (6B)

COMMUNITY NOTICES