Passionate young readers gathered for the long running Book Battle, a fast paced competition where Year 7 and 8 students are challenged to read six selected books and are then quizzed on both their reading and general book knowledge.
Our Level 3 Bio students had an awesome day out at Tiritiri Matangi Island, looking at Socio scientific issues to do with open sanctuaries. Nothing beats learning in the great outdoors!
Faith, dialogue, and discovery! Our Year 11-13 students had an incredible opportunity to visit the new Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The annual Auckland Secondary Schools Māori & Pacific Islands Cultural Festival held at the Manukau Sportsbowl, this year celebrated 50 years.
Congratulations to our Samoan and Tongan Groups for their impressive 3rd placements.
On 20th March, we hosted our annual Open Evening and were thrilled with the amazing turnout! A huge thank you to everyone who came to explore our special school, and to our students and teachers for showcasing their incredible subjects!
Ash Wednesday marks the start of our Lenten journey. We use this time to reflect, repent, and grow closer to God as we prepare our hearts for the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
It's fantastic to see all the girls involved, whether they’re swimming in the pool, cheering on the sidelines, or supporting from the bleachers. The energy was incredible! Now we wait for the results! May the best house win!
On Wednesday, 26th February, we hosted our annual BBQ to welcome our new whānau joining St Dominic’s, with our Year 13 whānau joining in as well. It was an afternoon filled with smiles, laughter, and delicious food!
The celebration was a joyous occasion, acknowledging our Foundress Gabrielle Gill, who with the support of nine other Dominican Sisters, arrived in Dunedin on the 18th February 1871. Celebrated by our College Chaplin, Pa Peter Tipene and our Dominician Sisters, we also blessed our Student Executive Leaders for 2025.
On Friday 14th February, we came together as a community for our annual Athletics Day. The day was filled with cheering, laughter, and incredible talent on the track and field!
St Dominic's Annual Powhiri to welcome the new additions to our College Whānau, followed by blessings in all our learning spaces led by our Year 13 students.