By placing education and achievement on the foreground, we often neglect to see the foundations by which this is allowed to happen. That is why for this issue of Shi Jie, we have chosen to step through the picture and explore the backbone of the school, our Support Staff. Many of our day to day activities rely on their hard work and support, which can be left unnoticed by the very nature of their jobs.
What you will also find in this issue are our student reflections. From the Year 11 Personal Project to our Community Engagement Captains, you will find nothing short of growth and maturity from our learners in DC. A focus on curriculum is also highlighted by our teachers, as we discover and re-think the ways in which we are able to better impact student learning.
Mark Beach Principal
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SHI JIE MAGAZINE – AUTUMN
Throughout this issue, you will read about the many roles that our support staff take on to keep the school
running. You will also be introduced to a few of our staff that you may not be familiar with, and we hope you learn something new about our support staff family. While our teachers are hard at work with our students during the school days and terms, our support staff continue to work throughout the school holidays.
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Here at Discovery College, we often recognise and celebrate the individual achievements of our students and staff. As a school, we celebrate these achievements because it reinforces the ethos of our community and encourages us to grow. On our journeys to discover and to pursue our passions, it is wise to regularly take a step back and reflect.
P rincipal ' s N otes
Recognising our Support Staff
Grow. Discover. Dream.