U13 SOCCER FESTIVAL

The u13 soccer team participated in a soccer festival on 26 July at Greytown High. The team played 4 matches. Congratulations to Philip Vermaak who was awarded Player of the Tournament together with another player. RESULTSDSS 1:0 Greytown Primary BDSS 0:1 Tholinhlanhla Primary ADSS 0:4 Greytown Primary ADSS 1:4 Tholinhlanhla Primary B

OLD MCDONALD’S FARM

On 24 June, our sports field was alive with laughter and excitement as we hosted a memorable Fun Day for our Grade RRR to 3 learners. With the cheerful theme of “Old MacDonald had a farm”, our little ones enjoyed a day full of farm fun on the sports grounds. The area was transformed into … Read more

REGIONAL BRIDGE BUILDING

3 DSS teams participated with 24 other teams in the Regional Bridge Building competition at St Charles College on 21 June. RESULTS5th Andrew & Pieter Greyling, Keegan Witthoft. Their bridge carried 40kg.2nd Adriana Popescu, Kim Stegen & Eva Vulyk. Their bridge carried 60kg.1st Tom & Liam Joubert, Noah Vogel. Their bridge carried 132kg. The first … Read more

KZNCSSA X-COUNTRY

The 4 regional teams, Northern Coastals, North Durban, Northern Natal and South Durban converged onto the sports ground at DSS to select the KZNCSSA x-country team. 21 June was a glorious day with perfect running conditions in a beautiful setting, wonderful supporters, delicious food and cold aQuelle. What more could you ask for? DSS athletes … Read more

MIDLANDS X-COUNTRY SCHOOLS CHALLENGE

The Midlands Cross Country Schools Challenge is a series of x-country running events held in KZN Midlands region, specifically for schools in that area. The events are part of the Midlands League, which features races at various venues across the region. DSS x-country boys and girls took part in the series organised on 7 May at … Read more

GOLDEN YEARS MORNING TEA

There is always a first time for everything and this was a wonderful first for the junior learners on 16 June. It was the first time the learners planned an event, created the décor, invited the guests, laid the tables, baked the sweets, served the tea, presented the program and handed out gifts, making our … Read more

MEET & GREET

On June 10, parents were welcomed to the junior school for the Meet & Greet event—a valuable opportunity to engage with teachers and explore the learners’ work. This time, the Grade 6 learners played an important role by guiding parents to the different venues and serving refreshments. The Foundation Phase learners proudly showcased their books … Read more

SOCCER-PLAY LOCAL

DSS hosted a soccer tournament on 7 June. 6 schools competed for top honours in the 1st and 2nd team categories. All teams played 5 matches each and scores were calculated using a point system depending on the number of wins, losses, draws and goals. Congratulations to Tshutshutshu who took first position in the 2nd … Read more

HISTORY COMES ALIVE

On 3 June the Grade 6 learners took a trip to the KwaZulu-Natal Museum, a place filled with fascinating cultural and scientific exhibits. Their history lessons came to life as they viewed a bust of Vasco da Gama, stepped onto a replica ship’s deck, and explored a dramatic shipwreck display. They also learned about Mapungubwe, … Read more

ZONAL X-COUNTRY

The KZNCSSA zonal competition took place at DSS on 31 May, a glorious autumn day. It was a glorious day too, for our long-distance athletes who took first position in every race except one, winning a total of 23 gold, 14 silver and 7 bronze. Congratulations.