COUNTRY CHRISTMAS MARKET

The market was a true embodiment of a summer South African Christmas. We were blessed with absolutely wonderful weather which made the two market days enjoyable and successful. Good food, good company were there in abundance. Numerous new faces came to explore the market in the country and I doubt they were disappointed. Our regular … Read more

TERM 3 CLOSING ASSEMBLY

Term 3 closed with the final assembly on 18 September. The program showcased the musical talents of our learners. Luthando Buthelezi and Maelys Jaegle did the Bible reading in English and IsiZulu from Psalm 40 Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with … Read more

SPRING 2024

Spring never steals in unawares at DSS. It is always celebrated in style. This year was no exception.

T1 CLOSING ASSEMBLY

The closing assembly for Term 1 took place on 20 March. Head prefects, Joshua Combrink and Kwanele Hlophe ably managed the program for the occasion. They warmly welcomed the parents and visitors. The scripture reading from Isaiah 53:6-10 was done in English and IsiZulu by matric learners, Mbalenhle Dube and Mabotse Mawila. The music and … Read more

DAY 1

Day 1 as always, comes along with a lot of hype and many firsts! The first day for Grade RRR learners, the first day at big school for Grade 1, the first day for new DSS learners, the first day of the last year for 31 Grade 12 learners, the first day for new DSS … Read more

PRIZE GIVING

Prize Giving 2023 was a wonderful event where we were privileged to host one of our founding parents, Baba Dube and Mrs Dube as Guests of Honour. Mr Hlongwane welcomed the guests and soon the learners were singing and playing for the audience. Speeches were presented by Ms Newlands and Baba Dube. The much-anticipated sport, … Read more

DESIGNER COOKIES

Of all the traditions that make DSS tick, this one must create the sweetest memories. At the end of the year, learners get to design their own Christmas tree cookies which means layer as much icing, as many sweets, as many sprinkles, this time there were meringues too – on one Christmas tree. Design as … Read more

DIABETES DRIVE

It was blue on Tuesday, 14 November. The staff took part in the aQuelle national diabetes drive to raise awareness of this disease. The blue t-shirts shouted a clear message: Get tested. Choose water. Eat healthy. Get active. The coconut stretch demonstrated by the staff was a great, fun way to implement the ‘get active’ … Read more

COUNTRY CHRISTMAS MARKET

There’s nothing like a Christmas market to get you into the season and a country Christmas market adds a wholesome dimension – homemade cookies, authentic wood, handmade leather, healthy plants, genuine games and activities for kids – what more could you ask? The 2023 Christmas Market was the 4th market hosted by DSS and it … Read more

SPRING DAY

Spring day is always a reason to celebrate at Domino. Partly because the break is 30 minutes longer and happy eats are served but also because it heralds spring and summer in South Africa. Spring hats were on display on all the heads and what a rainbow of creativity!