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
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
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
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
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.
The 1st team hockey girls participated in the Umvoti & Othukela leg of the KZN SPAR tournament held at Ladysmith High on 24 May. RESULTSDSS 1-0 Greytown HighDSS 1-0 WKSDSS 3-0 EstcourtDSS 2-0 HamiltonDSS 1-0 Ladysmith High FinalDSS 0-1 WKS Wartburg head to the finals to meet the nine other regional champions. Eight teams have … Read more
The 1st soccer team won the KZNCSSA soccer tournament on 9 May and qualified to compete at national level on 24 May. The competition at this level was challenging but the boys managed to play as a team and eventually win the competition after taking the finals to penalties. RESULTSDSS 1-0 The King’s School Robin … Read more
The 1st and 2nd hockey teams played against Pmb Girls High in Pmb on 22 May. 2ND TEAM RESULTSDSS 0-7 GHS 1ST TEAM RESULTSDSS 1-2 GHS
Bonle Dairy hosted a local netball tournament on 17 May on the DSS sports field. The u13 team reached the semifinals where they were knocked out by Ocheni. DSS girls came 3rd. RESULTSDSS 12-3 KranskopDSS 7-11 OcheniDSS 11-7 Bonginkosi Semi finalsDSS 7-9 Ocheni
DSS participated in the SACCSA netball tournament in Randburg on 17 May. Our opening match was a thrilling encounter against the host school, The King’s School, Robin Hill, where we narrowly lost 7–8. The team bounced back in the next match, correcting earlier mistakes to secure a 15–8 win over Eagles. In our third group … Read more