Wednesday, 17 February 2021 22:23

Downlands College. Opening of the school year 2021.

 Downlands College. Opening of the school year 2021.

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  • Something important happened during Downlands Investiture Mass.

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  • Yes - we recognised our 2021 School Captains and Senior Leaders.
  • Yes - we recognised our 2021 Boarding House Leaders.
  • Yes - we recognised our 2021 Performing Arts Leaders.
  • Yes - we recognised our 2021 Intra-House Leaders.

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  • BUT - most importantly, as our entire school was welcomed to the 2021 school year, our Principal, Mr Stephen Koch, following the example set by Jesus, demonstrated servant leadership; while our staff group sang the Servant Song.

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  • From our Principal, to our staff and, to our students, leadership at Downlands is characterised by the alignment of philosophy, process and practices with the MSC Vision for enhancing student growth, and is characterised by a focus on servant leadership as a core, relationship building, gentleness, and affirmation.

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  • The College has taken as its 2021 theme - FAMILY.
  • Downlands is a place where your heart finds a home. Where our students’ educational journey is one that will develop selfless leaders who are advocates for values-based communities.

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  • Our distinctive culture is informed and guided by our beliefs and commitment to community, personal growth, relationships, spirituality, and individual learning journeys.

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  • Fr Vince Carroll MSC conducted the Eucharist and his message to the community reminded us of God’s love, community, respect, and family. What a a wonderful start to our school year.

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And further celebrations

The Tradition and Spirit of Downlands

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Friday marked a crucial point in our Year 7 students’ Downlands journey. Tradition and Spirit Day is a special day for all Downlanders as they move through Year 7 and learn more about Downlands and our strong MSC traditions.

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Students participated in a Heart Ceremony, including being gifted their very own Class of 2026 song, craft activities and candles. The College Stories tour, heroes and role models held young peoples’ interest, with some wanting to know more even as they finished for afternoon tea.

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  • A swim in the pool was a perfect ending to a fun-filled and eventful day!
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