During Green Week, we experienced school differently by taking learning outdoors. Spending time outside is beneficial. Many studies show that children who play outside are happier, more attentive and less anxious than those who spend most of their time indoors. The learners and teachers at DSS focused on spending time in nature and developing a … Read more
Athletes representing 10 schools from the NN zone participated in the competition hosted by DSS on 15 August. The competition was challenging and thrilling. Athletes from U6 to U20 competed in the 177 events. DSS athletes performed very well, winning 69 gold and 59 silvers. 42 records were broken and 3 equalised. RECORDSG06 60m K … Read more
A total of 43 athletes from DSS competed in the aQuelle Summer Series TF #1 on 28 January, an event that drew participants from 30 schools in and around the Pietermaritzburg region. DSS male and female teams achieved 2nd place. Kai Vermaak and Sphelele Memela achieved good XSA scores for the B17 1500m. Kai scored … Read more
On 21 October, DSS celebrated World Earthworm Day, highlighting these vital decomposers. Earthworms enrich soil by turning organic matter into nutrients, improving fertility and structure. Their tunnels aerate and drain the earth, making them essential for healthy land.
KZNCSSA hosted the national x-country event at DSS on 2 August where 8 national regions competed. The weather was lovely, the runners enthusiastic and the competition, tough. DSS athletes represented the KZN team which ran in black and white. They brought home 10 gold medals, 8 silver and 3 bronze medals. Needless to say, KZN … Read more
25 February @ Wartburg. DSS 1st vs WKS 1st 20 overs. DSS 59 runs for 2 wickets. WKS 57 runs for 9 wickets. DSS won by 7 wickets. 25 February @ DSS. DSS 2nd vs WKS 2nd 20 overs. DSS 29 runs for 1 wicket. WKS 25 runs for 10 wickets. DSS won by 9 … Read more
24 February @ Greytown High. DSS 1st vs Greytown 1st 20 overs.DSS 124 runs for 6 wickets. Gtn 38 runs for 10 wickets. DSS won by 86 runs. 24 February @ DSS. DSS 2nd vs Greytown 2nd 20 overs. DSS 172 runs for 8 wickets. Gtn 26 runs for 10 wickets. DSS won by 146 … Read more
