There are lots of studies that demonstrate just how important reading is; from helping to increase vocabulary, learning to spell, and understanding how sentences work, all the way through to the health benefits which include better empathy, less anxiety and an ability to self-regulate emotions. The benefits of reading cannot be… Read More
As always, the Library has been very busy organising our collection! We have some fantastic new titles, which are all on display and we are always willing to offer a recommendation. If you haven’t been into the Library for a while, make sure you find time to drop in and see us! While we… Read More
One of the most incredible aspects of working in the Library is seeing learning in action through the changeover of reading material and the support that our Library receives through consistent visitors. We love watching our students use the Library resources; lunchtimes are always busy and full of students exercising their critical… Read More
The Library has been very busy this month celebrating a range of events, from International Women’s Day and Hearing Awareness Week to Clean Up Australia Day and International Pi Day! Recommendations of titles that you can read that are linked to these great causes have been on display over the month. Go… Read More
Have you been in to visit the Library yet? We have some fantastic new recommendations on display for our Year 7 and 8 students to read during Independent Reading and we encourage you to speak to the Librarians if you need some more ideas. Our non-fiction section is undergoing review… Read More
In moments of challenge, we must learn to adapt. It’s definitely a test for a library during the Remote Learning period, however, we’ve risen to the challenge which we have been presented with and have looked at new and exciting ways to engage with our community while we are mostly… Read More
The staff from D2 organised Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea and raised $300. It was a lovely morning for staff to mingle and enjoy the delicious feast. Thanks to everyone including the students of Special Occasions Food for supplying the morning tea. Click for photos Read More
PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE 2018 UPDATE The Premiers’ Reading Challenge for 2018 is now well underway. All students in Years 7-10 are automatically registered. To complete the challenge students only need to read 15 books before the end of August. Congratulations to the following students that have completed the challenge since… Read More
Thank you to everyone who created beautiful cakes based on a book for our 4th Annual Literacy Bake off. With so many talented students across the school the standard of cakes was very high. Voting was very well supported with over 500 votes cast from across our Showcase Night, Facebook and… Read More
