30th May 2024

This week in College, I was fortunate enough to spend time with our wonderful student volunteers who performed ball retrieval duties at the recent Under-23 Asian Games. It was so refreshing to hear about their selfless voluntary work and how well they represented the College.

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink is a book that explores the science of motivation. Pink argues that traditional motivators like rewards and punishments are not as effective as we think, especially for tasks requiring cognitive skills and creativity.

Instead, he presents a new model based on three elements:

Autonomy: The desire to direct our own lives. People need the freedom to work in ways that they find engaging and meaningful.
Mastery: The urge to get better at something that matters. Continuous improvement and the pursuit of skill are strong motivators.
Purpose: The yearning to do what we do in the service of something larger than ourselves. Having a purpose adds a deeper sense of meaning to our work.

In short, according to Daniel Pink, the best way for our students to excel is for them to focus on these three areas rather than striving for extrinsic rewards.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone.

David Tongue

Principal

KEY COMMUNICATION

ECO SCHOOL UPDATE

Join us on Sunday 9th June 2024, as Doha College proudly celebrates World Oceans Day. To honour our oceans and raise awareness about their importance, we invite all staff and students to come dressed in blue or as their favourite sea creature.

Why Celebrate World Oceans Day?

World Oceans Day is a global event to highlight the crucial role oceans play in our lives. Oceans are vital for maintaining the planet’s biodiversity, regulating the climate, and providing food and livelihoods for millions. By celebrating this day, we raise awareness about the need to protect and help heal our oceans from threats like pollution, overfishing, and climate change.

Go Plastic-Free for a Day!

In addition to dressing up, we encourage everyone to make a positive impact by participating in a single-use plastic-free day. Let's reduce our plastic footprint by bringing reusable water bottles, lunch containers, and bags. Every small action counts towards a healthier ocean!

Please note, due to the Year 6 Graduation ceremony, Year 6 students should wear their full uniform on Sunday but can join in the fun by dressing up on Monday, 10th June instead.

Let's come together to show our support for ocean conservation and have a whale of a time!

Hannah Smith

Primary Class Teacher, Head of Year 5 & ECO Coordinator

PARENT-ELECTED GOVERNOR VACANCIES

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF DOHA COLLEGE

Your involvement plays a pivotal role in the success of Doha College.

Whether it's through the immeasurable support and guidance you give your children, volunteering with Friends of Doha College, actively participating in community events, or as members of the Doha College Board of Governors - your contribution cannot be overstated.

With that in mind, the Board of Governors would like to inform you of two (2) Parent-Elected Governor vacancies, and invite you to put yourself forward for the upcoming elections in June 2024. Please note that due to an unexpected technical issue, the deadline for applications has been extended to 2.00 PM on Sunday 2 June 2024. To those who have already applied, we apologise for the inconvenience and kindly ask that you resubmit your application. To find out more please click here.

The Clerk to the Board will write to all that have applied to confirm receipt. If you believe you have applied and do not receive an email on Sunday 2 June 2024 please get in touch by emailing clerktotheboard@dohacollege.com and frontofficecommunications@dohacollege.com

Parent - Elected Governor Vacancies Letter

PARENT-PEEK CCA

As we come to the end of another successful term, I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for your support in encouraging your child's involvement in our CCA programme. These enriching experiences play a vital role in their overall development and contribute to a well-rounded educational journey.

To celebrate the last week of CCAs, we invite you to drop in for a "Parent Peek" at one of your child's CCAs next week. This will happen during the last ten minutes of the session. Take a peek into your child's world and learn more about their CCA. Parents, kindly wait outside the door to be invited in by the CCA lead.

On behalf of the CCA team, I would like to wish you all a restful summer and I look forward to welcoming you back in September for another exciting term of CCAs.

Ondrea McSwiggan

Head of MFL & PSHCE & CCA Strategic Lead

COMMUNITY UPDATES

FREE 4 WEEK TRAIL AT EVO

At Evolution Sports, we are committed to fostering athletic excellence and promoting a healthy, active lifestyle. We take pride in offering a diverse range of sports programmes, including soccer, basketball, swimming, netball, fitness and fencing each thoughtfully designed to accommodate individuals of all ages and skill levels.

We are thrilled to offer a FREE 4-week trial (June 2 to June 29, 2024) to all non-Evo members from Doha College aged between 3 - 6 years old.

At Evo, we prioritise "developing the person before the player," creating an athlete-centred environment that emphasises teamwork and personal growth. We firmly believe that once you and your child experience our unique approach, you will want to become part of the Evo family.

To avail your free 4-week trial, please click the link here, complete the form and enter the following code: EVOxDCStudents. Our friendly customer support team will then contact you to confirm your training schedule.

For any further information, please email us at theevofoundation@evosportsqatar.com or reach out to our dedicated Customer Support Team at 4407 6772.

We look forward to welcoming you and your child to Evolution Sports soon.

COLLECTION OF USED UNIFORM

FDC is thrilled to share the news of its upcoming COLLECTION OF OLD UNIFORM - Clear Your Space & Embrace sustainability.

Please leave uniforms at reception until Thursday the 13th June.

Uniforms should be in good wearable condition, clean, and fully functional, with no missing zippers or buttons. Your generous contribution not only helps clear space in your home but also promotes a more sustainable environment. Thank you for your continued generosity and support!

PARENT REMINDERS

LOST AND FOUND OPEN DAY

We are pleased to announce the DC Lost and Found Open Days. This is a great opportunity to recover any misplaced belongings before the end of the term.

Dates: 3rd, 4th, 5th June
Location: Secondary Dining Hall

Timings:

- Parents: 7.00 am - 8.30 am and 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm
- Students: Before school, after school, and break times

Please note that any unclaimed items after these dates will be donated.

BENEFITS OF YONDR AT SCHOOLS AROUND THE WORLD

What is Yondr?

Yondr provides lockable phone pouches that students use to store their smartphones and smartwatches during school hours. This initiative aims to minimize distractions, thereby improving academic performance, student behaviour, and overall classroom engagement.

As part of our ongoing commitment to fostering a focused and engaged learning environment, our school is implementing the Yondr system. Yondr pouches are designed to create device-free spaces, enabling students to concentrate fully on their educational activities without the distractions that come with smartphones and other smart devices.

Schools using Yondr have reported significant benefits:

65% saw an improvement in academic performance.

72% observed better student behaviour.

84% noted enhanced engagement in classroom activities.

86% reported a positive impact on student safety and wellness.

More information will come about Yondr phone pouches over the coming weeks.

Sarah Kiernan Webb

Head of Media Studies & EPQ Coordinator

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