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DUBAI COLLEGE A tradition of quality in education ECA PROGRAMME TERM 1

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DUBAI COLLEGE

A tradition of quality in education

ECA PROGRAMME TERM 1

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DUBAI COLLEGE

A tradition of quality in education

Term 1 ECA’s 8th September – 12th December

Activity Description Year

Group Location Teacher Skills

SUNDAY - LUNCH

EXPO 2020

Promote our involvement as a school in EXPO 2020. Become an official EXPO 2020 ‘Champion’ https://www.expo2020dubai.com/ Once initial interest is gauged, we will meet up irregularly as and when needed

ALL S6 Student Lead/RMG

Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, relaxation, responsibility, teamwork, critical thinking, research, communication, creativity, problem solving

Ceramics 7,8,9 A6 DBL Enjoyment, Wellbeing, Subject

specific skills, Creativity

KS3 Book Club

A club where we set reading challenge, write reviews for the library, collectively read the same book at times, discuss and recommend books for KS3 and in the past influence the book choice on the KS3 curriculum.

7,8,9 E3 CRI Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Research, Communication

A Level Physics Drop in and Catch

up session

A Level Physics students can attend to seek help with assignments and an area which they are struggling to understand

12,13 S4 GJE Problem Solving, Subject-specific skills, Confidence, Critical thinking

Recycling Club

Recycling paper in the school. This activity can be used to fulfil the service section of DoE

10,11,12,13

S19 ARO Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Relaxation, Mindfulness, Responsibility, Teamwork

STEM Talks

Invites all mad scientists, serious techies, innovative engineers, nerdy mathematicians and genius medics to brainstorm and talk about their passions

ALL Lecture Theatre

Student Lead/BST

Scrabble Hone your thinking strategies and skills by putting words together

ALL S8 CHO Critical thinking, Creativity, Confidence, Enjoyment

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Shamal 2020 Shamal Yearbook 2019. From concept, content, creative to creation.

ALL DT2 GCA, SLA, AMO

Creativity, Teamwork, Collaboration, Communication

Oxbridge Prep and TSA

12,13 D16 CMO

Philosophy Club

For Year 12/13 to explore and debate philosophical and topical issues and present on chosen issues to their peers. Students can use this as a forum to inform their university interviews in related subjects as well.

12,13 Harkness HBA Critical thinking, Research, Communication, Creativity

SUNDAY - PM

Charity Committee

ALL Tbc. RSH, SHA, AYO, EJO, CMM,KGR

Helping others, Wellbeing, Creativity, Problem solving

Homework Club

ALL Library GCL

MONDAY - LUNCH

History & Politics Society

A forum for sixth form History and Politics students to debate, discuss and put together presentations on topics of interest from outside of the curriculum.

12,13 A2 Student Lead/MRU

Subject-specific skills, Communication, Critical thinking

Microfinance Club

10,11,12,13

D8 BCH Subject-specific skills,

Mini Zoo ALL A BLOCK TSO Helping others, Wellbeing CALM Techniques & practices to help de-stress 12,13 DT1 IJO Wellbeing

Medical Society

7,8,9,10,11

S17 Student Lead/JBA

MONDAY - PM

Contemporary Mosaics

We will be designing and making our own mosaic using traditional methods and ceramic mosaics as well as found items such as bottle caps, shells and buttons

7,8,9 A7 JBV Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Relaxation, Mindfulness, Responsibility, Creativity, Problem solving

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Latin Additional

Support

9,10,11,12,13

B15 JKI

Maths Clinic Opportunity to get help with topics from GCSE or A-Level Mathematics. Drop in once or regularly, it is up to you

10,11,12,13

C4 PTR Problem Solving, Subject specific skills, Confidence, Critical thinking, Independence

Senior MUN 11,12,13 B19 JJA,ASA,KGR,SCH

Leadership, Resilience, Confidence, Critical thinking

Junior MUN 9,10 B16 CTE,JST,LCA

Leadership, Resilience, Confidence, Critical thinking

Gardening Club

A pleasant hour planting, watering, weeding, harvesting an enjoyable pastime and one that offers a break from the normal routine.

ALL S19 ARO/JBA Enjoyment, Socialising, Wellbeing, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Responsibility

Puzzle Club/Maths

Society

This a Mathematics puzzle club for all students, of all ages and abilities. Once every half term this will become Maths Society meeting for the members of the Society at Dubai College.

ALL C11 JAL, STE, Enjoyment, Problem solving, Leadership, Resilience

Homework Club

ALL Library MAB,MYA,AMO,RDE

TUESDAY - LUNCH

KS3 STEM Club

Explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths in a unique and hands-on way. From bridge building competitions, to explosions, to slime, this will be full of fantastically fun activities

7,8 S6 Student Lead/RMG

Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Research, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving,

Mindfulness Club

Knitting, sewing and mindfulness colouring 7,8,9 Library SCH/KGR

Senior Physics

Olympiad

Preparation for UK Physics Olympiad and/or PAT test

12,13 S3 SBR Critical thinking, Problem solving Enjoyment, Subject specific skills, Collaboration, Responsibility

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Junior History Society

A fun and creative History society for junior years

7,8,9 A12 LOB/ACL

Environmental Continuing to support the 4Mazirah education

programme that we started this year. Writing a

scheme of work to promote plastic awareness

among primary school children.

ALL S19 ARO Enjoyment, Socialising, Wellbeing,

Problem Solving, Helping others,

Collaboration, Communication,

Creativity, Responsibility, Resilience

Dubai Keynes Society

10,11,12,13

D8 BCH Subject specific skills, Communication, Confidence, Critical thinking

Magic Club Come and learn some Magic tricks at lunchtime in Mr Woolley’s room with 2 amazing 6th form ‘magicians’!

7,8,9,10 S20 MWO Communication, Confidence, Collaboration

Yr 7 & 8 Drama Club

This club will be a chance for Year 7 & 8 students to learn new drama skills, gain confidence and improve their performance technique.

7,8 D7 NMN, LMA

Creativity, Collaboration, Teamwork, Enjoyment, Meeting new people, Confidence, Subject specific skills

Medical Society

9,10,11 S17 JBA Subject specific skills, Critical thinking,

Recreational Beginners

Chess

7,8,9,10 S4 GJE

GCSE Physics Olympiad

Flex your mental muscles and extend your GCSE Physics. Excellent problem-solving and independent enquiry opportunities. Plus the chance to enter BPhO competitions and win kudos and prizes from the Oxford University

10,11 S1 ROD Problem solving, Analysing, Designing, Evaluating

TUESDAY - PM

Lego Robotics

Learning about Lego mindstorms software and programming

7,8,9 S3 SBR Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Relaxation, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Research, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving

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Craftivism

Craftivism is the combination of sewing and stitching with gentle political activism

ALL A7a JTA Fun, Socialise with friends, Relaxation, Social responsibility, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity, Sewing, Being a critical friend

Homework Club

ALL Library MAB,MYA,AMO,RDE

Make a Book Bag

Create Story sacks and maths resources for the school in Nepal

Invite Only

B10 EJO, BPH Enjoyment, Problem solving, Collaboration, Creativity

Classical Greek Intermediate

8 B15 JKI

Maths Clinic Opportunity to get help with topics from GCSE or A-Level Mathematics. Drop in once or regularly, it is up to you

10,11,12,13

C10 JCO Problem Solving, Subject specific skills, Confidence, Critical thinking, Independence

First Aid for future Doctors,

Nurses and Paramedics

Level 2 (6 weeks): This will equip older students with all the necessary skills to help save a life – wherever they are. AED 350 open to all students 16+ by the end of the course (Y11-13). Cadet Lifesavers (6 weeks): An introduction to first aid with a qualified instructor AED 250.

11,12,13 Green Room

CPE, SAB Enjoyment, Wellbeing, Problem solving, Helping others, Subject specific skills, Confidence, Collaboration, Critical thinking, Communication, Independence, Leadership, Responsibility, Resilience

Thai Kickboxing Self Defense

ALL B19 MDO Fitness, Confidence, Teamwork.

Table Tennis 8,9 NEH VHO Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Fitness

Early Learners Programme (3.45-5.45)

9,10,11,12,13

SZO

Junior Debating

Develop your debating skills and prepare for local and international competitions

8,9 E1 RAS,ACL,CSI

Confidence, Critical thinking, Resilience

WEDNESDAY - LUNCH

Competitive Chess League

Chess Strategy to be able to complete in competitive chess

ALL S6 RMG/SPE/JAL

Fun, Meet new people, socialise with friends, relaxation, critical thinking, resilience, creativity, problem solving

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Robotics

Mini robotics projects and competitions using a range of devices such as MicroBits, Arduino and Raspberry Pi

ALL B12 Student Lead/SFO

Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Research, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Talking of Podcasts

An exciting new club which allows you to bring to the table a mix of debate and discussion around an eclectic range of topics. We will tune in to current affairs, literature, travel, social sciences, wellbeing and the rest!! Opening up a space to enjoy and discuss podcasts which, ordinarily, can be a solitary pleasure. Truly an enriching club that will ignite and spark intellectual curiosity in a supportive, relaxed environment. What’s not to like?

10,11,12,13

Harkness RMA/LRU

Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Critical thinking, Research, Communication, Creativity

Shamal 2019 Shamal Yearbook 2019. From concept, content, creative to creation.

ALL DT2 GCA, SLA, AMO

Creativity, Teamwork, Collaboration, Communication

Paleontology Society

This society will take you back to the farthest reaches of palaeontology, an amazing window to understand the science, ecology and evolution of our past, our place as humans in the evolutionary timeline and implement our scientific knowledge for an even more intriguing and hopeful future.

ALL S19 Student Lead/ ARO

Critical thinking, Research, Communication,

Psychology Society

12,13 S21 TSO Subject specific skills, Confidence, Critical thinking,

WEDNESDAY - PM

French Listening

11 B10 EJO Problem Solving, Subject specific skills, Confidence, Critical thinking, Independence

Maths Clinic Opportunity to get help with topics from GCSE or A-Level Mathematics. Drop in once or regularly, it is up to you

10,11,12,13

C7 OKU

First Aid for future

Level 2 (6 weeks): This will equip older students with the necessary skills to help save a

7,8,9,10 Green Room

CPE, SAB Enjoyment, Wellbeing, Problem solving, Helping others, Subject

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Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics

life – wherever they are. AED 350 open to all students 16+ by the end of the course (Y11-13) Cadet Lifesavers (6 weeks): An introduction to first aid with a qualified instructor AED 250.

specific skills, Confidence, Collaboration, Critical thinking, Communication, Independence, Leadership, Responsibility, Resilience

Classical Greek GCSE

10 B15 JKI

Homework Club

ALL Library MAB,MYA,AMO,RDE

KS3 Painting & Sculpture

7,8,9 A5 MDH Enjoyment, Wellbeing, Subject specific skills, Creativity

Senior Debating

Develop your debating skills and prepare for local and international competitions

9,10,11,12,13

E1 LHO,MRU Confidence, Critical thinking, Resilience

CAD Club – Computer

Aided Design

Computer aided design using fusion 360 software.

ALL DT2 GCA Problem solving, Subject specific skills, Critical thinking, Creativity

Astronomy KS3

An opportunity to learn more about Astronomy and Astrophysics than is covered in GCSE Physics. If you have a special interest in space, this is the club for you. We will be using the department's telescopes and learning all about what can be seen in the sky in Dubai.

7,8,9 S1 BST Critical thinking, Research, Problem solving

Mat Pilates

Practitioners say regular pilates can improve posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension. For elite athletes, including dancers, pilates can complement training by developing whole-body strength and flexibility, and help reduce the risk of injury.

ALL B19 SHA Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Relaxation, Mindfulness, Resilience

DT Clinic 11 DT1 IJO Subject Specific, Problem Solving

Dungeons & Dragons

A roleplaying adventure game where students become a hero in a shared story, working together to overcome epic obstacles. Only a crisp imagination and a sense of fun is necessary

7,8 A12 LOB Fun, Socialise with friends, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

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THURSDAY - PM

Homework Club

ALL Library MAB,MYA,AMO,RDE

Subject Specific Skills, independence.

DoE

DoE has inspired and transformed the lives of millions of young people from all walks of life. From volunteering to physical activities, life skills to expeditions, achieving a DofE Award is a passport to a brighter future, valued by employers and universities. The world’s leading youth achievement award drives and supports global growth.

10,11,12,13

STU, RVE, JMI, PTR,NBE, MHA, RDE, CSI,OKU, RMI,KNO

Fitness, Independence, Resilience

MUSIC SUNDAY - LUNCH

Junior Guitar Group

Open to guitarists who have been learning the instrument for a minimum of 1 year. Approx. ABRSM or Trinity Grade 1-3 standard

7,8,9 S12 IZP Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

BB Lower Brass and Trumpets

These sessions are group lessons for students in year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the very start of Term 1

7 Rec. Studio

ALA Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Musical

This is an auditioned musical for years 9 and above. Auditions happen week 1 term 1 and rehearsals take place all of term 1 and half of term 2 across the music and drama departments. Performances take place in Feb 2020 just before half term

M2 JLF Confidence, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Senior Choir Open to all students who would like to sing in an SATB choir in years 10-13

11,12,13 Hall SBO,JLF, ACR,GHA, SJP

Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity,

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House Music

This inter-house Music Competition runs from

week 3 – 6 in the first term through initial heats and

semi-finals, culminating in an evening Grand Final

Concert with external adjudicators judging the

overall winners at Junior, Intermediate and Senior

levels. All entries gain points towards overall House

standings. Discuss with your House Reps before

entering the competition by signing-up outside the

M2 classroom in the Music Department in week 2)

ALL Teaching 2

SBO Prestige, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

BB Double Reeds

These sessions are group lessons for students in

year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner

Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the

very start of Term 1

7 Teaching 4

BBP Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Junior Saxophone

Quartet

This is an auditioned only quartet for saxophone players in years 7-10

7,8.9 Ensemble Rm

AGP Fun, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Clarinet Choir

For intermediate and advanced clarinet players

already participating in Intermediate or Concert

Band and are of a grade 4+ standard.

11,12,13 Teaching 1 RHP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Extra Aural

These extra aural one to one classes are for those

students who wish to improve their Aural Skills for

the listening part of the ABRSM or Trinity music

exams. Simply book your slot with either Mr

Hardman on a Tuesday or Miss Vos on a Sunday

lunchtime

ALL Teaching 3

MVP Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Beginner Cello Club

For Year 7 and 8 students who wish to try out the cello before buying their own instrument. Tuition is received as part of a small group (rather like the Beginner Band scheme) at a fraction of the cost of one to one instrumental lessons. Beginner cellos requires a commitment from its members for the entire academic year and costs 1200 AED for the years’ group tuition.

ALL M1 AMP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

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Bass Club This club is for two individuals wanting to learn

how to play the double bass. Tuition is free and a

double bass will be provided for you to use

ALL Hall AMP Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

SUNDAY - PM

Senior Strings

This is an advanced ensemble for string players ABRSM Grades 5+

11,12,13 Hall/M2 SBO, JLF, AMP

Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

Junior Brass Ensemble

These ensembles is for existing brass players who already play in one of the bands. There are two brass ensembles: one for instrumental grades 1-4 (Sunday) and one for grades 5+ (Wednesday) ask Mr Lane for more details if you would like to take part

7,8,9 M1 ALA Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

MONDAY - LUNCH

Boys Aloud Choir

This exclusive choir is for boys only. Open to male

students in all year groups, appealing repertoire is

selected from arrangements of contemporary music,

pop, jazz, barber shop and musical theatre.

7,8,9 M1 SJP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

BB Tenor Saxophones

These sessions are group lessons for students in

year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner

Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the

very start of Term 1

7 Control Rm

AGP Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

House Music This inter-house Music Competition runs from

week 3 – 6.

ALL Rec. Studio

SBO Prestige, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Musical

This is an auditioned musical for years 9 and above. Auditions happen week 1 term 1 and rehearsals take place all of term 1 and half of term 2 across the music and drama departments. Performances take place in Feb 2020 just before half term.

M2 JLF Confidence, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

BB Clarinets These sessions are group lessons for students in year 7 who have signed up and paid for

7 Ensemble Rm

RHP Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical

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Beginner Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the very start of Term 1

Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Concert Band

Concert Band is for the more advanced musician

learning a woodwind, brass or percussion

instrument. Expected standard is a minimum of

Grade 5+ and is open to students in all year groups.

11,12,13 Hall ALA, ACR,RDI

Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

MONDAY - PM

Beginner Band

This scheme is open exclusively to Year 7 students who wish to learn and try out a new instrument at a fraction of the cost of individual instrumental tuition. Students receive an instrument and have group tuition on their chosen instrument and also meet as a whole band on Monday afternoons. The scheme runs throughout the entire academic year and requires a full commitment from all its members.

7 Hall ALA,JLF Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

TUESDAY - LUNCH

Junior Strings

This activity is suitable for students learning the violin, viola, cello or double bass at Grades 1-4 standard open to all year groups

7,8,9 M1 NVP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

BB Flutes

These sessions are group lessons for students in year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the very start of Term 1

7 Ensemble Rm

CDP Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Senior Guitars

Open to guitarists who have been learning the instrument for a minimum of 4 years. Approx. ABRSM or Trinity Grade 6+ standard

11,12,13 S12 IZP Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Responsibility, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

ABRSM Aural

These extra aural one to one classes are for those

students who wish to improve their Aural Skills for

the listening part of the ABRSM or Trinity music

exams. Simply book your slot with either Mr

ALL Teaching 5 GHA Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

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Hardman on a Tuesday or Miss Vos on a Sunday

lunchtime

Intermediate Band

A music ensemble for students who like playing in a large group, approx. ability range is grades 2-4. This band is the next step up from Training Band and is open to all students who have been learning their woodwind, brass or percussion instruments for 2 years or more.

8,9,10,11

Hall KWI, RDI Enjoyment, Subject specific skills, Confidence

BB Alto Saxophones

These sessions are group lessons for students in year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the very start of Term 1

7 Rec. Studio

AGP Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

House Music This inter-house Music Competition runs from

week 3 – 6.

ALL Teaching 1 SBO Prestige, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Musical

This is an auditioned musical for years 9 and above. Auditions happen week 1 term 1 and rehearsals take place all of term 1 and half of term 2 across the music and drama departments. Performances take place in Feb 2020 just before half term.

M2 JLF Confidence, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

TUESDAY - PM

Jazz Band

Jazz Band is for advanced musicians playing either saxophone or a brass instrument and is by audition/invitation only. Opportunities are also available for an advanced pianist, two guitarists and a drum kit player. Speak to Mr Crawford for further information.

11,12,13 Hall ACR,ALA, AGP

Fun, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Drive Time Concert series

These concerts are for instrumentalists who wish to perform a solo in front of an audience. Parents, teachers and fellow students are warmly invited to support you. Mr Bowler co-ordinates these concerts and there is a sign-up process in the Music Department

Lecture Hall

SBO,JLF Performance skills, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

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WEDNESDAY - LUNCH

Flute Choir This ensemble is by invitation only for advanced

flute players of about grade 5+ already participating

in the Concert Band

7 Rec Studio CDP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

BB French Horns

These sessions are group lessons for students in year 7 who have signed up and paid for Beginner Band. (B.B.) Instrument choices are made at the very start of Term 1

7 Ensemble ALA Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem Solving

Training Band

This band is the next step up from Beginner Band. It is for students in years 7-10 who have been learning a brass, percussion or woodwind instrument for approximately a year or two and are working towards or have taken their Grade 1 examination

Hall KWI Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Intermediate Guitars

Open to guitarists who have been learning the instrument for a minimum of 3 years. Approx. ABRSM or Trinity Grade 4-5 standard.

10,11 S12 IZP Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Responsibility, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

Junior Choir Open to those who would like to sing in a Choir for years 7-9

7,8,9,10 M2 JLF,GHA Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

Senior Saxophone

Quartet

This is an auditioned only quartet for advanced saxophone players approx. grade 5+

11,12,13 Control Rm

AGP Fun, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Nothing But Treble

This is a chamber choir for advanced, female / treble voices only. It is an auditioned/invitation only vocal group for soprano or treble singers in all year groups

M1 SJE,ACR Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

House Music This inter-house Music Competition runs from

week 3 – 6.

ALL Teaching 1 SBO Prestige, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

Viola Club

This activity is available for existing violin students who wish to learn the Viola and how to read music in the Alto clef alongside learning violin. Tuition is received as part of a

ALL Teaching 2

NVP Fun, Meet new people, Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

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small group and school violas are available to hire at a very reasonable cost

WEDNESDAY - PM

Theory Class 1-3

These lessons are for those taking instrumental lessons who wish to support their general musicianship skills and work towards taking a theory exam

ALL M1 MVS Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving

Theory Class 4-5

These lessons are for those taking instrumental lessons who wish to support their general musicianship skills and work towards taking a theory exam

ALL M2 GHA Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving

Chamber Choir

Open to experienced singers/readers already in Senior Choir by audition/invitation only

11,12,13 Hall JLF, ACR Fun, Meet new people, Relaxation, Responsibility, Teamwork, Communication, Creativity

Senior Brass Ensemble

These ensembles is for existing brass players who already play in one of the bands. There are two brass ensembles: one for instrumental grades 1-4 (Sunday) and one for grades 5+ (Wednesday) ask Mr Lane for more details if you would like to take part

10,11,12,13

Ensemble ALA Responsibility, Teamwork, Resilience, Communication, Creativity

DRAMA School Production – Little Shop of Horrors

In early September we will be auditioning for the school musical: 'Little Shop of Horrors'. This will be a senior school production open to students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. Performances will be at the very beginning of February. There will be acting, singing, dancing, puppetry and backstage, technical, design opportunities – a perfect celebration of all things theatrical and musical at DC. Rehearsals will take place throughout the school week during different lunchtimes and after school slots. The number of rehearsals that you will need to attend will depend on your role in the production but it is likely to be a substantial commitment, so please bear this in mind when considering choosing activities for terms 1 and 2. A

Most days Lunch and PM

Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Responsibility, Self confidence, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving, Acting – use of voice and movement in performance, Physical theatre, Devising

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full list of the bigger weekend rehearsal demands will be available at the auditions so you can plan for any clashes and make choices about which big activities you do this academic year. Good Luck!

SPORTS

All of our sports activities offer a wide range of skills:

Fitness, Fun, Meet new people, Socialise with friends, Responsibility, Teamwork, Critical thinking, Resilience, Communication, Creativity, Problem solving

SUNDAY - LUNCH Activity Year Group Location Teacher

Cricket Girls ALL Nets CBE Rugby S&C U19 11,12,13 S&C Room PTC

Netball S&C HPP S&C Room PTC Girls Basketball U19 training 11,12,13 Courts LCL

Girls Rugby U13/15 10,11 Field SOR Trampolining ALL Aud NBL

Tennis for students of all levels. ALL Courts MRU

SUNDAY - PM

Rugby U12 training 7 Pitch 1 JBE Girls Football U12, U14 & U16 training ALL TEAMS Pitch 2 CJI,DSA, ADY

Boys Football U16 training 10,11 Pitch 3 SGA Netball U13 7,8,9 Courts CJI,SDO

Cricket U19 training 11,12,13 Nets CBE

MONDAY – AM (06.30 - 07.15)

Rugby U13/14 8,9 Pitch 1 AJO, NTH

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MONDAY - LUNCH Cricket U13 7,8 Nets CBE Rugby U13 7,8 Pitch 1 AJO Rugby U14 9 Pitch 1 NTH

Boys Basketball U19 training 11,12,13 Courts DRI Netball HPP S&C HPP S&C Room PTC

Girls Football U13, U14, U19 ALL TEAMS Pitch 2/3 CAG, RQU, CJI, DSA, ADY

MONDAY - PM

Cricket U15 10,11 Nets CBE

Netball HPP training (3.45 -5.45pm) HPP Courts SDO,LCL, CJI Boys Football U13/14 training 7,8,9 Pitch 3 AJO, DJA

Rugby U19 (4.45 – 6pm) 11,12,13 Field JBE, AJO S & C Rugby Senior 11,12,13 S&C Room PTC

Netball Pathway Courts SDO

TUESDAY – AM (06.30 – 07.15)

Boys Rugby U12 8 Pitch 1 JBE

TUESDAY - LUNCH Girls Basketball U16 training 10,11 Courts LCL

Cricket U15 9,10 Nets CBE Boys Basketball U19 S&C 11,12,13 S&C Room PTC Boys Rugby U14/16/19 Squad Pitch 1 NTH, DJA, JBE, AJO

Trampolining Open Club All Aud NBL Netball Pathway Courts SDO

Tennis Squad Training Squad Courts MRU

TUESDAY - PM

Rugby U16 10,11 Field DJA,JBE Cricket U13 training 7,8,9 Nets CBE

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Boys U12/U13 S&C 7,8,9 S&C Room PTC Rugby U19 (4:45PM-6PM) 11,12,13 Field JBE, AJO

Netball U12 Training 7,8 Courts SDO, NBL

WEDNESDAY - LUNCH

Boys Basketball U16 training 10,11 Courts DRI Cricket U19 11,12,13 Nets CBE

Rugby U19 S&C 11,12,13 S&C Room PTC Rugby U12/13 7,8 Pitch AJO,JBE

Girls Football U12 7,8 Pitch 3 CJI Girls Football U16 10 Pitch 2 ADY

WEDNESDAY - PM

Cricket U19 training 11,12,13 Nets CBE

Boys Football U12 training 7,8 Pitch 2 DJA S&C Boys U16 10,11 S&C Room PTC

Girls Football U13 Games 8,9 Pitch 2 CAG, RQU

THURSDAY – AM (06.30 – 07.15)

Rugby U19 11,12,13 Pitch 1 JBE, AJO

THURSDAY - PM

Dance Open ALL Aud NBL Rugby U13/14 training 8,9,10 Pitch 1,2 AJO,NTH

Cricket ALL Nets CBE Tennis until 3.00pm ALL Courts MRU

Girls Rugby U19 12,13 2 SOR