The annual Prize Giving Ceremony was held on 3 December in the KSB auditorium, where we celebrated the achievements of DSS learners in academics, co-curricular and sport. Confidence Dikgole, CEO of the Independent Examinations Board, was our Guest of Honour and what a privilege it was to host her. The event opened with a warm … Read more
Raising awareness about diabetes and the importance of healthy living is an important and ongoing aQuelle campaign. A team from aQuelle held a fun and informative school assembly on World Diabetes Day, 14 November. Diabetes factsOver 4.5 million South Africans live with diabetes, and 1 in 9 people already has the condition. Worryingly, more young … Read more
The build-up to the Country Christmas Market was intense, with setup and takedown in rain but lovely days in between. The festive atmosphere, capped by a spectacular fireworks display, made the market a memorable celebration of Christmas cheer. Visitors were welcome on 31 October and 1 November. The stalls did not disappoint. Timber and Tone, … Read more
On 24 and 25 October, DSS welcomed the world-renowned Austrian St. Florianer Sängerknaben during their South African tour. After a mission tour and a lively soccer match with DSS learners, the choir was hosted for supper before an unforgettable concert. The program featured classical pieces, Austrian folk songs, and special renditions of the South African … Read more
The first week of September marks South Africa’s Arbor Week. The assembly on 4 September, highlighted God’s incredible design of plants and their amazing life-sustaining process of photosynthesis. A snapshot of the history behind the 2025 Trees of the Year was shared, along with some fascinating stories that brought their significance to life.
No first day of any season is celebrated at DSS, except the first day of spring. We always celebrate in style with hats in full bloom and put a spring in our step with tasty treats.
A Sebenzela Umdali course on baking skills was presented 23 August by Lisa Engelbrecht. The baking ingredients came together in a lovely dough which was baked into a crispy, farm bread loaf. Fluffy batter became a deliciously spongy cake. With some icing and a decoration of sprinkles and chocolate shavings, the cakes were soon turned … Read more
A Sebenzela Umdlali course on jam making was presented on 26 July by Sizakele Cwele. It was a very sweet and sticky experience for all – cutting, grating and boiling fruit and sugar until the right consistency was reached and the jam could be poured into jars to be enjoyed at home with family and … Read more
A Sebenzela Umdali course on baking scones & queen cakes was presented on 18 July by Lisa Engelbrecht. It was a lot of fun for participants to work with dough which soon turned into beautiful scones. Runny batter became delicious puffy queen cakes under the instruction of a professional baker. Each participant not only took … Read more
A Sebenzela Umdali course on seedling handling was presented by Muzikayise Ndlovu on 19 February. A number of learners from the SP and FET phases attended and were taught practical tips and procedures for growing seedlings. Using recycled materials like 5L plastic bottles and empty egg trays, mini gardens were created by the participants by … Read more