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Relay for Life Fundraiser

Take the opportunity to see this amazing bio pic around the life of John Farnham and at the same time help raise money for the Relay for Life team. To purchase tickets or for mor...

Student Achievement

Pypers University aspirations

This week we are excited to spend five minutes with Year 12 student Pyper Smith, to hear his aspirations for university after high school. “Next year I would like to go to univers...

Student Achievement

Public Speaking Competition

On Sunday 30 March Isabeau Turner (Year 7) and Bronte Jarvis (Year 8 ) participated in Rostrum’s ‘Voice of Youth’ public speaking competition. In this annual competition, students...

Student Achievement

University Aspirations

This week we are thrilled to spend five minutes with Year 12 student Kaitlyn Handreck, to hear her aspirations for university after high school. “I am looking forward to going to ...

College Information & Events

Lunchtime Concert

On Monday, Damascus College students and staff were treated to a live lunchtime musical concert in the Valda Ward Auditorium. Six students from our instrumental program were give...

College Information & Events

Performing Arts - Music Update

It has been a very busy start to the year across the Performing Arts Department and there has been no shortage of fervent activity on either side of ‘The Wall’ in our building. Wit...

Learning & Teaching

Maths Support

Each Wednesday from 3:30 to 4:30pm maths teachers provide additional support for students in the library. Whether students are struggling with Year 7 maths or trying to turn an A i...

College Information & Events

Footy Codes Excursion

On Friday Damascus College Year 9 Health & Physical Education students studying Footy Codes were taken on an excursion to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and to Marvel Stadium. ...

College Information & Events

Science at Damascus

During term 1, we welcomed our Year 7 students to Science classes at Damascus College. They have taken the role of a Young Scientist - learning, observing, recording, asking questi...

College Information & Events

News from the Garden

In year 9 Horticulture this Semester, students have successfully grown a wide variety of heirloom tomatoes, beans, sweet corn and the broccoli is coming along nicely. Some students...

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Performing Arts News

The Year 7s have showcased their creativity, teamwork, and sense of humour. This semester, Year 7 Drama students have been working on a Physical Comedy unit. Students have explored...

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Guest Speaker on Decision Making

On Friday 28 April Year 11 and 12 VCE/VM students were treated to a special presentation by Homicide Detective Charlie Bezzina, on the importance of decision making. Daryl Floyd f...

Student Achievement

Year 9 Humanities

As part of a Year 9 Humanities unit - Making a Nation Australia up to 1914, the following students, Finn Dickson, Megan Robinson and Isabella Brown- Kenyon worked on the research t...

Alumni

Class of 1973 Reunion

On Sunday Damascus College had the privilege of welcoming back the Class of 1973 for their 50 year reunion. Guests joined us here on campus for an incredible celebration of their ...

College Information & Events

Breakfast Club is Back

Breakfast club returns on Tuesday and Thursday mornings in 2109 (Please note Breakfast Club will not run on Thursday 11th May due to the Mother’s Day Liturgy and Breakfast) between...

Student Achievement

US Constitutional Convention

On Monday, 1st May, the Damascus College Year 12 Revolutions students re-enacted the US Constitutional Convention of 1787. Posing as America’s founding fathers, they debated the ...

College Information & Events

Athletics Carnival

To recap a competitive and exciting Damascus College Athletics Carnival at Llanberris Reserve, we have compiled a little video to show off the fun had by all. It was a fantastic sp...

Student Achievement

Lap of the Lake

On Thursday 27 April, students and staff enjoyed the annual ‘Lap of the Lake’ at beautiful Lake Wendouree. Early rainfall brought a dubious looking start to the day, but thankful...

College Prayer

A Prayer for Mothers

Holy Mary Holy Mary, Mother of Our Lord Jesus, Hear this prayer for the mothers and nurturers in our lives. Take their hand as we hold them in our hearts and minds. Let the str...

College Information & Events

2023 STEAM Career Expo

Please see following information on the 2023 STEAM Careers Expo at Damascus College: -

Our Diocesan Community - March 2023

Please find following the link for the March 2023 edition of “Our Diocesan Community https://www.ballarat.catholic.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ODC-March-2023-website.pdf

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Mothers Day Gifts

Kind. Caring. Nurturing. Strong. Protective. These are just a few of the words that come to mind when we hear the word “Mum”.With Mother’s Day coming up, we are sharing something t...

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Q&A Evening - Parents of LGBTIQA+ Young People

Join a panel of professionals to ask your questions about how to support LGBTIQA+ young people! Panellists include: Rhian Davies - Parents of Gender Diverse Children Conner Lewr...