On this important day, Delany College not only recognises Christian martyr, Saint Valentine of Rome, who was a fervent follower of Christ and advocate of Love, but celebrate the close-knit community of the college! Our students celebrated Valentine's Day by donating their time and money to support Caritas Australia... and also learnt why we truly celebrate this occasion!
Valentine’s Day, often associated with chocolate, is often celebrated with roses and love. But why do we truly celebrate this occasion?
In Italian this week, Stage 4 and 5 explored the origins of Valentine’s Day, understanding the legend that Saint Valentine, otherwise known as San Valentino in Italy, is in fact the patron Saint of Rome, and of newly weds and engaged couples.
San Valentino was martyred, executed as a result of his role as a priest performing marriages for Christian couples in secret, during a time that it was forbidden. He also spent his life during the third century, converting non-believers to Christianity. Before his death on February 14, it is believed that San Valentino left his loved one a note, signed, “your Valentine”.
February 14 has since been the feast day for St Valentine, and name’s day for all Valentines, Valentinas and Valentinos of the world, who based on Italian culture and tradition, should receive a gift.
Happy Saint Valentine’s Day!
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17 Nov 2025
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π Student Shoutout Time! π Huge congratulations to two incredible Jaggunaults who have shown what true commitment and character look like ππ₯ π₯ George Sandys β George has shown unstoppable dedication to his learning, always seeking feedback and pushing himself to grow. A true example of perseverance and drive! π Sarah El Fouani β Always polite, always gracious and always ready to give back. Sarahβs beautiful manners and her support for fellow students during exam time make her an absolute standout. Proud of you bothβkeep leading the way! πͺπ #JaggunaultPride #StudentSuccess #LeadersInTheMaking #SchoolSpirit
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Stage 4 Academic Juggernaut β Week 5 ππ Year 7 β Charli Paleologos: Charli has been regularly checking in with her teachers and offering help whenever she can. Her kindness and consistent effort have made a truly positive impact in the classroom. ππ€π Year 8 β Hayden Isaako: Hayden has shown wonderful generosity through the Christmas Appeal. His focused work in class and calm, steady demeanour make him a standout member of our school community. πβ¨π§ π
13 Nov 2025
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π Week 4, Stage 6 Academic Juggernaut! π π Isaac Barlow β recognised for his consistent effort and perseverance in class. Isaac continues to approach his studies with focus and determination, setting an inspiring example for his peers. π Seiloga Mano β celebrated for her kindness and compassion in welcoming a younger student at lunch. Her thoughtful actions truly reflect the spirit of care and community at Delany. π A big shout-out to all students nominated by staff this week β your hard work, kindness and positive contributions do not go unnoticed! π Christabelle AlKatrib, Joseph El Khoueiry, Caitlin Habib, John Hana, Aziz Jabeyra, and Gordon Kafrushy β well done! #DelanySpirit #AcademicExcellence #KindnessInAction #ProudCommunity
06 Nov 2025
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π Futsal Gala Day Success! β½ Well done to our Junior and Intermediate teams for their strong performances at the Futsal Gala Day at Penrith Sports Centre! π The boys played their hardest, showed great teamwork and represented Delany College with pride.ππ€ #DelanyPride #TeamSpirit #Futsal #GalaDay #DelanyCollege #Sportsmanship
31 Oct 2025
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πβ¨ Happy World Teachersβ Day! β¨π Today, we celebrate the incredible educators who inspire, guide and nurture young minds every single day. π‘π Thank you to our teachers, TAβs and admin staff for their patience, passion and dedication! You make learning come alive! π #WorldTeachersDay #ThankYouTeachers #InspiringMinds #DelanyPride
30 Oct 2025
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π₯ Week 3 Juggernauts! π₯ Big congratulations to our outstanding Stage 5 students: β¨ Christian Portelli (Year 9 - not pictured) β Always striving for success and setting the bar high! π Mehmet Gulasi (Year 10) β Consistently demonstrates dedication and enthusiasm for his learning. Always respectful towards everyone in the classroom. Weβre so proud of your effort and attitude β keep up the amazing work! πͺ #Juggernauts #StudentSuccess #delanycollege
28 Oct 2025
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π Max Potential Project Spotlight! π The Max Potential Program empowers students to grow as young leaders by setting personal and community goals. Through coaching and workshops, participants develop confidence, communication, and leadership skills β all while creating projects that make a real difference in their local community. π Congratulations to Sienna and Rylan, who proudly represented Delany College in this yearβs Max Potential Program! π« Siennaβs project, βUnity Week,β focused on strengthening community connections and reducing loneliness through creativity and service β including food donations, handmade bracelets, and heartfelt cards for those in need. π¬ Rylanβs project built on his experience in the Top Blokes Program, featuring guest speaker Jason Blyth, who inspired students to find purpose and choose their own path through faith. Both students have demonstrated outstanding leadership, compassion, and commitment β truly embodying our Delany values of love, service, and hope. ππ #DelanyCollege #StudentLeadership #CommunitySpirit #DelanyValues #inspiringchange #MaxPotential #MaxPotentialAustralia @jason.p.blyth
23 Oct 2025
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π Big congratulations to our stage 4 Academic Juggernauts β Week 2! πͺπ π Year 7 β Ayah Akkouch Ayahβs perseverance is next level! No matter what challenge comes her way, she gives it her all π π Year 8 β Haini Kolo Hainiβs positive attitude and selfless spirit shine bright πalways ready to help out (even setting up for sport on Thursdays without being asked!) π π« Shoutout to our other awesome nominees: Year 7: Cloud Sila, Charli Paleologos, Yar Maluach, Angelina Farah, Raphael Mejilla, Youngwoong Shin, Joachim Halapio Year 8: Hakim Assan-Larry, Marck Almkhel, Kayi Salicioglu-Achi, Justice Theil, Takasima Huihahau, Akuee Akot, Yusha Sharhan, Peter Victor, Harsimar Phagura Keep up the amazing work, legends! Youβre all smashing it this term! π₯π #Stage4Legends #AcademicJuggernauts #ProudMoment #KeepItUp #StudentSuccess
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Our Stage 5 and Year 11 Visual Arts students braved the Bondi heat to immerse themselves in the world of contemporary sculpture at Sculpture by the Sea! From monumental site-specific installations to coastal masterpieces, they absorbed every ounce of artistic inspiration (and sunshine π ). Even under the scorching sun, creativity flourished β proving that nothing can deter our young artists when imagination, curiosity and a good layer of sunscreen are involved! βοΈπ¨
16 Oct 2025
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π Congratulations to Our Academic Juggernauts! π Term 3 | Weeks 6β10 We are proud to celebrate these outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence, resilience and leadership in their learning journey! Keep shining bright! π YEAR 8: π€© Bernadette Georges: Consistently applies herself, actively seeks ways to improve, takes feedback positively, and brings a positive attitude to every lesson. π€© Yusha Sharhan: Demonstrates pride and persistence in his learning, shows resilience when faced with challenges, and is always willing to greet staff warmly. π€© Kayi Salicioglu-Achi: Frequently takes initiative without prompting, supporting both classroom and school routines. Displays maturity and insight beyond typical expectations for age. π€© Kesaia Sikulu: Shows generous compassion toward her teachers, actively participates in practical lessons, and presents her work thoughtfully. π€© Harsimar Singh Phagura: Always shows respect, wears his uniform with pride, and contributes purposefully in class. YEAR 7: π€© Christabel Chiezuworom Ibeh: Demonstrates consistent effort in class, supports her peers in debating and continually pushes herself to extend her learning beyond expectations. π€© Mustafa Niazy: Consistently shows initiative by helping with tasks without being asked. π€© Tristan Lancaster: Quietly engaged with learning new instruments in music and shows persistence and focus as he develops new skills across all subjects π€© Alakor Ngor: Demonstrates consistent focus, engagement and dedication in class, showing maturity and willingness to improve through honest reflection on her learning. π€© Nattakorn Choettrakun: Carries himself with respect and pride, stays focused, and works diligently. Keep up the amazing work, everyone! πͺπβ¨ #AcademicJuggernauts #StudentSuccess #ProudSchool #KeepShining
16 Oct 2025
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πβ¨ Wishing all our incredible Year 12 students the very best of luck as you begin your HSC exams today! Remember, βSuccess is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.β -Robert Collier Youβve worked so hard to get here, now itβs your time to shine. Stay calm, do your best and know that your entire school community is cheering you on every step of the way. πͺπ You've got this! π #HSC2025 #GoodLuck #YouveGotThis #ProudCommunity
06 Oct 2025
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π Big congrats to Maya on earning her Certificate III in Allied Health Assistance β Assistant in Nursing! Your hard work and dedication have paid off, and weβre so proud of you! Studying VET at school gave you the practical skills and experience to shine. Canβt wait to see all the amazing things ahead! ππ #DelanyProud #FutureNurse #VETSuccess #AlliedHealth #GraduationGoals #ProudCommunity
03 Oct 2025
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πβ¨ Year 12 English β Learning Beyond the Classroom Throughout the HSC English course, our Year 12 students have taken part in a range of inspiring excursions that brought their studies to life and boosted their exam prep. π At the Richard III Symposium at the Seymour Centre, students explored Module A in depth and experienced the power of Shakespeare live on stage. π They sharpened their skills at the English Teachers Associationβs HSC Paper 2 Day β diving into Modules A, B & C alongside students from across NSW. βοΈ A creative writing workshop with author Will Kostakis provided fresh ideas and practical strategies for writing imaginative responses. π¬ And to top it off, English Advanced students attended a gripping performance of 1984, enriching their understanding of the Common Module text. A big term of powerful learning and preparation! #Year12English #HSCReady #EnglishExcursions #RichardIII #WillKostakis #ETANSW #HSC2025 #InspiringLearning
01 Oct 2025
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β¨ Year 11 English students have had an inspiring year full of creative and thought-provoking experiences! π¨ At the Art Gallery of NSW, the Rites of When exhibition showed how different art forms come together to create powerful stories, insights that helped students nail their Multimodal Presentation assessment. π English Advanced students brought Shakespeareβs Othello to life with a live performance at Riverside Theatre, deepening their understanding of the text. βοΈ A creative writing workshop with author Will Kostakis sparked fresh ideas and practical tips for imaginative storytelling. πΆ To wrap up the year, students enjoyed A Very Old Man with Enormous Wingsβa magical realist performance blending music, puppetry and live video projection that connected beautifully with their HSC Common Module studies. What a year of learning beyond the classroom! #Year11English #CreativeLearning #HSCPrep #ArtGalleryNSW #Othello #WillKostakis #MagicalRealism
30 Sep 2025
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π Year 12 Drama students hit the stage! They kicked off with a dynamic Group Devising Workshop at the Seymour Centre sparking creativity for their HSC Group Performanceπ‘ Then it was off to the Sydney Theatre Company for a moved reading of Fangirls and Neighbourhood Watch, two iconic Australian plays that will boost their prep for the written HSC exam. ππ¬ A day full of inspiration, collaboration and powerful storytelling! #Year12Drama #HSCDrama #SeymourCentre #SydneyTheatreCompany #Fangirls #NeighbourhoodWatch #DramaStudents #CreativeLearning #HSCReady