28th November 2024

This week in College we were able to celebrate those students who achieved Outstanding Learner Awards (gaining the top result in an examination subject in the country, region or world) and/or High Achiever Awards (gaining a top result across a number of subject disciplines). Our students received the second highest number of High Achiever Awards of any school in the world and the highest number of Outstanding Learner Awards of any school in the world. This included numerous best in world performances.

These outcomes really are a testament to the excellent work of our pupils and teachers and underlines the world class performances that they are collectively delivering.

Have a wonderful weekend everyone.

David Tongue
Principal

KEY COMMUNICATION

Spring Term Fee Invoice Reminder

Spring term fee invoices have now been issued and emailed to parents. If you have not received your invoice or have any questions, please contact receivables@dohacollege.com.

A kind reminder that payment is due by Sunday, 5th January 2025.

Pamela Bell

Director of Finance

TERM 2 CCAs

Mark your calendars: Sign-up for Term 2 which starts on Sunday, 12th January, opens on Thursday, 5th December at 7.00 pm.

DOHA COLLEGE GIVING TREE

We are excited to announce the return of our Doha College Giving Tree this year.

This year, we are collecting cash donations for our wonderful, behind-the-scenes staff members from the facilities, security and canteen teams.

If you would like to contribute a cash donation, you can find our money boxes beside our Giving Tree in the main reception area, at Gate 4 and Gate 6. We know that all donations will be greatly received.

Doha College International Day, Sunday, 15th December

On Sunday, 15th December, Doha College will celebrate International Day. All pupils, in Primary and Secondary, are invited to wear traditional dress or country colours and share traditional foods from their country with their classmates.

As per school policy, absolutely no nuts, nor nut products can be brought onto campus. Please ensure that all ingredients (whether homemade or shop bought) are listed in English. Primary pupils and parents will be invited to a class picnic, during either Period 1 or Period 6 following a costume parade. Secondary pupils will share this with their morning tutor groups.

Throughout the rest of the day, there will be performances, cultural activities, country stalls, costume parades and more!

If you would like to perform or are able to offer a workshop (art, dance, music or otherwise), please get in touch with Miss Hesketh or Miss Rattray at dei@dohacollege.com

Maisie Hesketh
Primary Class Teacher and DEI Coordinator

Claire Rattary
Head of EYFS (Acting HOY) and Primary Class Teacher

“The language of clothing”- International Day Art Competition

Doha College invites all students to participate in our exciting International Day Art Competition! This year’s theme is “The Language of Clothing”, celebrating how clothing expresses identity, culture, and diversity.

Please use this form to submit your art pieces to the International Day art competition. We require everyone to write a short paragraph explaining their piece and how it relates to our theme “The language of clothing”. The winners will be decided by members of the DEI committee. You can make submissions of any medium, including mixed media.

Deadline: Sunday, 15th December 2024 (International Day)

Thank you,

Khansa Abbasi, Leyla Issack

DEI Prefects

PRIMARY NEWS

This week we had the pleasure of enjoying the Primary Winter Concert. It was a joy to see so many of you in the audience, supporting our young performers as they showcased their remarkable talents.

The concert was a true celebration of the hard work, dedication, and passion that our students have poured into their music over the past term. From the opening note of our Junior Orchestra to the final applause for our Year 4-6 Choir, the evening was filled with moments of joy and inspiration. Our young soloists impressed us all with their confidence and skill, each performance a testament to their commitment and hours of practice. Both of the choirs reminded us of the DC spirit with harmonies that warmed every heart in the room. And what can we say about the orchestra? Their ensemble playing was both precise and moving, an incredible achievement for such a young group of musicians.

Behind every performance is a story of perseverance and collaboration. Our music teachers have worked tirelessly to guide and encourage the students, instilling in them a love of music and a belief in their abilities. Parents, your support at home, whether through encouraging practice or simply celebrating their achievements, is a vital part of every child’s success.

As the concert drew to a close with a surprise community ‘sing along’, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of pride. Moments like these remind us of the power of the arts to bring our community together, to celebrate individuality, and to foster a collective spirit. They also remind us of how special our children, community and school are.

Thank you for joining us for this special event. Your applause, smiles, and words of encouragement were greatly valued by our students and staff.

Derek Watson

Senior Vice Principal - Head of Primary

Information on Primary Parent Consultations

Please see the letter below regarding Primary Parent Consultations which will take place on week beginning Sunday, 8th December.

Derek Watson

Senior Vice Principal - Head of Primary

28.11 Primary Parent Consultations

Doha College - Primary Google Site

SECONDARY NEWS

A Very Successful Year 7 Parents Evening

We recently held a highly successful online parents’ evening for Year 7 using the new School's Buddy system, and we are delighted to report it was very well attended.

The evening provided a valuable opportunity for teachers and parents to connect, discuss progress, and celebrate the many achievements of our Year 7 students so far. Both parents and teachers shared positive feedback on the ease of use of the new system, which enabled smooth scheduling and meaningful conversations.

It was inspiring to hear about the great strides Year 7 students have made in their first half term, transitioning well into secondary school and showing enthusiasm in all areas of learning. Thank you to all who joined, and we look forward to building on this strong start.

David Kane

Assistant Headteacher - Key Stage 3

Scholarship to University Summer Camp 2025

Students have the exciting opportunity to take part in an Oxford Royale essay writing competition; the winners of which will have access to a fully paid scholarship for a summer camp at leading universities.

Students can choose from one of three exciting topics in their age group that challenge them to think about the world around them. Information about the summer schools, submission of the essays and deadlines can be found on the PDF below.

Best of luck to everyone who enters.

Alexandra North

English Teacher - English Enrichment Coordinator

Essay Writing Competition

PosED For Parents - Breaking the Cycle

Are you ready to break free from old patterns and create a healthier, more positive relationship with your child?

If so, please join us for our next PosEd session on Wednesday, 4th December where we will talk about Breaking the Cycle, an empowering workshop designed to help you shift from negative parenting behaviours to nurturing, supportive practices that foster growth, trust and connection.

This workshop is for all parents who are committed to personal growth and want to create a more supportive and loving home for their children. Whether you’re dealing with difficult behavioural issues or simply want to strengthen your parenting skills, this workshop is for you.

In response to requests for evening sessions, we will offer a morning session at 7.30 am, which will be repeated in the evening at 5.30 pm.

For planning purposes, please complete this form to indicate your intention to attend.

Thank you.

Dr Denise Mosher & Mrs Vanessa De Paiva

Doha College - Secondary Google Site

COMMUNITY UPDATES

Join Our Parent & Staff Choir!

The Music Department is excited to invite parents to join us in forming a parent and staff choir!

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with others who share a love of singing and to come together as a community in a more relaxed setting.

If you’re interested in participating, please complete the Google Form here. Additionally, if there are any musicians within our parent community who would like to support the Department with the initiative, please do not hesitate to reach out.

William Morrow

Director of Music

FDC Elections

We would like to announce two vacancies on the FDC Committee - Chair and Secretary.

As shared in last week’s newsletter, the FDC Chair has stepped down due to changes in her professional time commitments. We are also looking to fill the position of FDC Secretary.

FDC is the fundraising arm of our community, and we play a significant role at Doha College. We are seeking enthusiastic parents who are passionate about building community and organising events to further support and enrich the educational experience of Doha College’s pupils.

If you would like to learn more about the FDC and the committee roles, please visit the link here. You are also welcome to send any queries to fdc@dohacollege.com

Nomination & Voting Process

In recognition of the feedback received from a number of parents with respect to availability for in-person voting we have decided to adopt an online voting process.

For those interested in the position of Chair or Secretary please nominate yourselves by completing this form by 3.00 pm on Monday, 2nd December. Please note, parents are welcome to nominate themselves for both positions. If that is the case, please submit two separate forms.

Timeline

Self nomination forms are now open.
Deadline to submit Self Nomination Form - Monday, 2nd December, 3:00 pm.
Publication of biographies from nominees and voting opens - Thursday, 5th December. We will provide the link to this information and the mechanism for voting in our newsletter dated 5th December.
Voting closes - Monday, 9th December at 3.00 pm
New Chair and Secretary announced - Thursday, 12th December via the newsletter.

FDC Committee

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