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Parents at St Dominic’s Priory College play an important role in the life of the school, not only as their children’s primary educators, but also as valued and engaged members of the school community. With high parent engagement at St Dominic’s, we also see high learning engagement from our students. Every little bit helps to make our school the wonderful community it is. We are so appreciative of the parents and friends who contribute to this.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER
If you are interested in volunteering at St Dominic’s Priory College, please download registration forms here:
VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
In the interests of child protection, all necessary paperwork and training is to be completed before commencing voluntary work on site. Once you have completed all documentation, please call the College on (03) 8331 5100 to book an induction meeting. We look forward to having you on-board.
WHAT OUR PARENTS THINK
“I enjoy the opportunities to volunteer in the various school events, like Sports Day, Fete and Quiz Night. I especially enjoy volunteering in the School Canteen. Working a couple days, during a term, really helps me feel a part of the school community where I build relationships with Teachers and Admin Staff. On these occasions my daughters and I are able to catch up together with their friends during their school day.”
B. Cashel-Smith
REASONS TO VOLUNTEER
- Research has shown that children whose parents are involved in their schools achieve better results, have higher attendance rates and graduation rates.
- Volunteering allows you to spend more time with your child and share in school-related experiences.
- It really does take a village to raise a child. Volunteering is a great way to connect with other parents and create a circle of families who get to know and love your own child.
- Volunteering allows you to build a relationship with the teachers and staff who will play a big part in your child’s schooling years.
- Schools with high volunteer participation levels perform better. Volunteers help teachers and staff free up their time to focus on educating their students.
- Volunteering allows you to showcase your strengths and do things you love.Research shows that people who volunteer live longer, have lower stress levels, and are generally healthier
DOMINICAN HISTORY
The founder of the Dominican Order, Dominic De Guzman, was born in Caleruega, Spain in 1170. In 1216, the Order of Preachers (OP) was founded, beginning over 800 years of proclaiming the Gospel to every corner of the world. Dominican Sisters, Priests, Brothers and lay Tertiaries have been called to witness the good news in the way that Dominic did, by preaching and teaching to people of all ages in all countries.
The Dominican ideal is characterised by a commitment to truth explored through dialogue, a critical appreciation of culture and cultures, a love of the beautiful and a vibrant preaching of the Gospel. Our goal in the College is to foster these values, together with a spirit of prayer and contemplation, respect for the dignity and uniqueness of each person, and the pursuit of excellence. We hope to prepare students to meet the challenges of today, to share their gifts responsibly and make a difference in the world.
‘Veritas’ (Truth) is the Dominican and College motto.
COLLEGE HISTORY
In 1883, Mother Rose Columba Adams was invited to bring a group of 6 Dominican Sisters from Stone, England to settle in North Adelaide to undertake nursing work. They arrived in August 1883. After many challenges and unexpected circumstances, their commitment to their faith, prayer and service led them to open St Dominic’s Priory College in Molesworth Street, North Adelaide, in February 1884. The college functioned as a boarding school for girls from 1884 until 1974. Boys were also welcomed at the day school from Reception to Year 2, up until 2006.
From 1971 to 2019 the College was led by Sr Jillian Havey OP, AM. As Principal, she was the driving force behind several major redevelopments at the College, culminating in the current Master Plan with Stage 1 being completed in her final year in the role. Her long-standing position as Principal is one that has shaped the College and inspired many thousands of students to become leaders of the future. In 1998 Sr Jillian was made a Member of the Order of Australia for service to education, and in 2019, the Sr Jillian Havey Centre for Year 12 students was officially opened and named in her honour.
Over 137 years after the school was first opened, the conviction of the Sisters from Stone lives on in our students, encouraging them to become women of faith, truth and hope. In the spirit of St Dominic and with the Gospel values in our hearts, we encourage each girl to embrace her future with the same principles as our founders.