Ekam Minhas 13B7 received a full scholarship to attend the NZ GirlBoss 'We the Women Hackathon', a two-day event dedicated to using technology for social impact. Selected from hundreds of applicants across NZ, she joined a team of young women to develop solutions addressing United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality, and specifically Target 5.2, aiming to end all forms of violence and abuse against women and girls.MORE
Gateway in Action: Exploring a Career in Dentistry
Gateway placements provide students with invaluable opportunities to explore potential career pathways through authentic workplace experiences. During the July school holidays, current Year 12 student, Bardia Malek 12E2, completed a five-day Gateway placement at Dental Planet Manukau, where he gained first-hand insight into the dental profession.MORE
School of Rock
School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, a struggling musician who impersonates a substitute teacher and inspires his students through rock music. Brought to life over three nights, the 2026 production was a memorable experience filled with laughter and dedication.MORE
Pasifika Languages Week 2026
During the first week of Term 3, BDSC proudly celebrated Pasifika Languages Week. Organised by the Pasifika Council, the week provided students and staff with an opportunity to celebrate the rich languages, cultures, and identities of the Pacific. MORE
Arts Week 2026
During Term 2, Week 10 (22鈥�26 June), BDSC celebrated Arts Week with a variety of activities and performances that brought creativity to life across the school.MORE
Newsletter, Edition 7, 2026
2026 Term 3, Week 3
Contains: Principal's Message; School Board Message; School Board Election; The Science of Learning; Special Edition: Strategies for Effective Learning; Sleep Matters; International Students' Homestay; Year 13 Leavers Graduation; Arts Week; Pasifika Languages Week; School of Rock; Endeavour News; Japan Trip; Gateway in Action; Girl Boss NZ; Girls Who Own; Shadow a Leader; Stepping Outside My Comfort Zone in Fiji; Duke of Edinburgh's Award; Student Achievements; Student ID Cards for Upcoming Exams; Alumni; KBB Music Festival; Pulse; E-Scooter Safety Reminder; 2026 Re-Draft; Upcoming Events; Contact Us.MORE
Uxbridge Fridays@Twelve
On Friday 12 June, the Jazz Band, Chamber groups, and the Choir performed at the Fridays@Twelve concert in the Uxbridge Arts and Culture Centre. The concert opened with the chamber trio 鈥淐CO鈥� performing a wonderful trio for piano, and two trumpets. The Jazz Band, led by Mr Hamish Arthur, performed three spectacular pieces before performances by the trios 鈥淭riplet鈥� and 鈥淢ung, Soy, & Red Bean鈥�. Last but not least, the Choir, led by Mr Anthony Young, sang three pieces to end the performance off with a bang.MORE
2026 Auckland Chamber Music Contest
The Auckland Chamber Music Contest was held during the first week of June at the Diocesan School for Girls Performing Arts Centre. This year there were five trios from BDSC participating. MORE
Rockquest 2026
On Saturday 16 May, our band 鈥淎louette鈥� represented BDSC at the annual Smokefreerockquest Manukau Heats, held at The Dorothy Winstone Centre. Smokefreerockquest is the biggest live original music event for young musicians around Aotearoa. MORE
TOI Wearable Arts 2026
This year, three BDSC groups participated in the TOI wearable arts competition. TOI translates to art and is run in collaboration with the world-renowned World of Wearable Art. The competition is about making a garment from recycled resources using your imagination to bring ideas to life.MORE