PRIMARY NEWS PRIMARY NEWS
A MESSAGE FROM MR CHRIS DROWLEY
This week has been filled with enriching experiences for our students across the Primary School Our Year 4 students enjoyed a fascinating excursion to the Immigration Museum and Polly Woodside These educational tours provided meaningful insight into Australia’s migration history and life aboard a 19th-century sailing ship. Students engaged thoughtfully with the exhibits and participated in hands-on activities that brought history to life. We are grateful to the staff and parent helpers who made this excursion possible. Experiences like these deepen students’ understanding and help them grow in empathy, curiosity, and appreciation for the stories that shape our world
Our College also participated in National Simultaneous Storytime, a wonderful event that brings students across the country together to enjoy the same story at the same time. This year’s book, Truck Cat, was a delightful and engaging read that sparked many conversations. The library was abuzz during lunch time with excitement as students took part in related craft and creative activities These moments are a beautiful reminder of the power of stories to unite, inspire, and foster imagination. Encouraging a love of reading from an early age is foundational to learning. It helps children to grow in language, creativity, empathy, and critical thinking skills that will support them in every area of life.
As a College community, next week we will recognise Reconciliation Week with classroom discussions and related activities to help students reflect on the importance of understanding, listening, and walking together in unity. As a Christian learning community, we are committed to growing in grace and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and cultures.
I would like to encourage you with these words from Philippians 1:6: “Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” May this be a reminder that God is at work in each of us, your children also, shaping their hearts, minds, and futures.
I pray the weekend is one of rest and refreshment for your family May God’s blessing and protection be with you all
God bless Friday 30th May 2025 2:15pm – 2:50pm
PRIMARY SCHOOL CHAPEL
Parents are invited to join our Primary School Chapel session in Room 412, accessible hrough the foyer of the Upper Primary Neighbourhood Please sign in at Reception before attending
Enjoy an item presented by Year 4KC.
Photos and videos of students are not permitted during Chapel to protect the privacy of other students who may appear in the frame.
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
STAY HOME IF UNWELL
As flu season approaches, a reminder that unwell children must remain at home until recovered or when required, cleared by a GP. Students sent to school unwell, will be sent to sick bay and parents, carers or emergency contacts will be called to pick up the unwell student so that they can receive the
ensuring that we provide a safe
CROSS COUNTRY
TRAINING IN TERM 2
Primary School aged siblings who are not participating in the Cross Country Training cannot be left at school without parent/carer supervision before 8:15am and must be picked up by 3:30pm.
Siblings who are onsite before 8:15am or after 3:30pm without a parent/carer MUST be enrolled in Camp Australia’s Outside School Hours Care (OSHC).
BOOK WEEK AND COSTUME SELECTION
Friday 22nd August 2025
As we look forward to celebrating Book Week together, we are excited about the opportunity to encourage a love of reading and creativity across our school community This is a special time where students can bring their favourite characters and stories to life through costume and imagination
This year’s theme is Book an Adventure, and we encourage students to explore books that inspire courage, curiosity, and character-building journeys. As we prepare for this fun and meaningful event, we would like to remind families of a few important guidelines to ensure that our celebration reflects the values of our Christian ethos:
Costumes should be positive, respectful, and in keeping with our Christian Values. We ask that students choose characters who embody traits such as kindness, bravery, honesty, and compassion.
Please avoid costumes that are scary or inappropriate, including witches (good or bad), wizards (good or bad), demons, vampires, zombies, or any that involve blood, gore, or horror themes These can be upsetting to our younger students and are not in line with our school values
Weapons of any kind, such as swords, guns, or other imitation weapons, are not permitted.
Students should be dressed modestly and appropriately, with costumes that allow for safe play and participation throughout the school day. Closed-toe footwear is required
Children who come dressed in costumes that do not align with these guidelines may be asked to change into their school uniform (parents may be contacted if there is no change of clothes available).
We strongly encourage creative, home-made costumes that reflect beloved characters from books and stories If you are unsure whether a costume is appropriate, please speak with your child’s Home Group Teacher ahead of time
Thank you for your continued support in making Book Week a joyful, inclusive, and values-aligned event for all students. We look forward to seeing the wonderful ways our students bring books to life through their costumes and imaginations!
2027 YEAR 7 APPLICATIONS
Applications are now open for 2027 Year 7. Families seeking to enrol a sibling of a student currently enrolled at Northside are encouraged to submit their enrolment application for 2027 Year 7 by Monday 30th June 2025
Apply online at https://enrol.ncc.vic.edu.au/enrolme nt-application/start.
Please contact Joanna from the Enrolments Team if you have any questions: enrol@ncc.vic.edu.au
d 6,390 books so far! chieved last week’s challenge!
LAPTOP DEVICES FOR YEAR 7
STUDENTS IN 2026
Students in Year 7 next year will need a College-approved device. The new Secondary School ICT Device Program means that parents no longer need to source their own device We will provide you with further information about this initiative shortly. Please do not purchase a device for Secondary School
TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS TO THE SCHOOL BUILDING FUND
The Northside Christian College Committee of Management is delighted to announce that the Northside Christian College School Building Fund is open to tax-deductible donations.
These funds will greatly benefit Northside, enabling the provision of quality education to current and future students, as well as benefiting the donor with a tax deduction.
School Building Fund donations may be used for the following:
Capital improvements and refurbishments
Repairs, painting, plumbing and general maintenance
Replacing floor coverings
Heater/Cooler repairs and/or replacement
Cleaning a school building
Building insurance
Security costs
All contributions to the Building Fund are tax deductible and will be gratefully accepted Donations can be made through our Finance Office between 9:00am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday.
For further information on donating funds, please contact the office on 9467 2499.
P C O M I N G E V E N T S :
WEEK 6B
Monday 26th - Friday 30th May
Monday 26th May
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Wednesday 28th May
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Friday 30th May
Cross Country Training 7:30am – 8:15am
Years 1 – 2 Gymnastics Excursion
Primary School Chapel - Year 4KC presenting
Years 5 - 6 Teeball Tryouts
WEEK 7A
Monday 2nd - Friday 6th June
Monday 2nd June
Whole School Assembly via Zoom
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Wednesday 4th June
Year 3 Excursion
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Friday 6th June
Cross Country Training 7:30am – 8:15am
Years 1 – 2 Gymnastics Excursion
Primary School Chapel - Prep CP presenting
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S : T E R M 2
WEEK 8B
Monday 9th - Friday 13th May
Monday 9th June
Student Free Day: King’s Birthday Public Holiday
Tuesday 10th June
Student Free Day: Camp Australia available
Wednesday 11th June – Friday 13th June
Year 4 Camp
Wednesday 11th June
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
First Responder Day – Flyer attached
Friday 13th June
Cross Country Training 7:30am – 8:15am
Years 1 – 2 Gymnastics Excursion
Primary School Chapel - Prep JL presenting
WEEK 9A
Monday 16th - Friday 20th June
Monday 16th June
Whole School Assembly via Zoom
Cross Country Training 7:30am – 8:15am
Wednesday 18th June
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Thursday 19th June
Years 3 - 4 Hooptime
Friday 20th June
Cross Country Training 7:30am – 8:15am
Years 1 – 2 Gymnastics Excursion
Primary School Chapel - Prep ON presenting
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S : T E R M 2
WEEK 10B
Monday 23rd - Friday 27th June
Monday 23rd June
Cross Country Training 3:05pm – 3:45pm
Thursday 26th June
CSEN Cross Country Championship
Friday 27th June
Prep Excursion
Years 1 – 2 Gymnastics Excursion
Primary Chapel - Year 4SH presenting
WEEK 11A
Monday 30th June - Wednesday 2nd July
Monday 30th June
Whole School Assembly
Wednesday 2nd July
Years 5 – 6 Growing Up Day
Last day of Term 2
Thursday 3rd July
2025 Student Leaders - Leadership Retreat Part 2
Elle, Prep
Neighbourly Awards
For a willingness to play with classmates who need a friend. You are always so welcoming and friendly to the Preps around you!
Eva, Prep
Esther, Prep
For the way that you care for our community and seek ways to help your classmates.
For being an excellent role model student who listens beautifully, thinks carefully and shares her thoughts and ideas so clearly. You show our class community how to be an awesome learner! Thank you Eva!
Eva, Year 1
For being aware of where others are learning and offering them grace as they grow.
Kingsley, Year 1
For including your classmates in your play and trying your best to solve problems in a positive way. Keep up the great work!
Mirra, Year 2
For showing the College value of Perseverance by carefully listening to feedback and using it to make her work even better. You showed a fantastic attitude by staying positive, trying your best, and continuing to improve each time. Your determination and growth mindset are truly inspiring. Well done for always striving to be your best!
Eli, Year 2
For the way you have joined in and contributed to our class so confidently, Eli. Putting your hand up and sharing your ideas during Soundwaves shows how well you’re becoming part of our learning community.
Grace, Year 3
For always giving your best even when challenged What a great demonstration of commitment and perserverance you show to our classroom community. Well done Grace.
Lehti, Year 3
For demonstrating a loving heart by caring for her classmates and for being honest. Well done Lehti!
Madelyn, Year 4
For writing some engaging and insightful journal entries for your chosen convict from the First Fleet this week Thank you for always putting in your best effort You are an excellent role model for our class. Keep shining bright - you are awesome!
Suri, Year 4
For consistently demonstrating integrity during our city excursion to Polly Woodside. Suri represented our school with excellence, showing honesty, responsibility, and respect in every interaction. Her thoughtful behaviour and positive attitude set a wonderful example for others.
Rhea, Year 5
Rhea, you consistently show the College value of Love through your kindness and care for others. You use your words to encourage and uplift those around you, creating a warm and positive environment. Your gentle spirit and thoughtful actions reflect a heart full of compassion. Keep it up Rhea!
Zoe, Year 5
For demonstrating a high standard of integrity at school. You believe in doing the right thing, even if you stand alone
God sees your beautiful heart, Zoe!
Emmanuel, Year 6
For crafting a very thoughtful Big Write plan this week about what makes a sustainable business You shared some great insights that made your peers reflect and think more deeply Well done, we love seeing the gold you in shine.
Julian, Year 6
Thank you for the way that you are ready to serve and help others! Two teachers have spoken to me in the last week about your willingness to serve. They were so impressed by your community minded actions. You exemplify our College value of Service. Thank you Julian!
Be encouraged by Colossians 3:23-24.
Elaine, Year 6
The way you have shown excellence in our unit on fractions has been inspiring to others. You have worked hard on becoming fluent in your maths and you achieved great results in your end of unit assessment. You exemplify our College Value of Perseverence and are setting a good standard for others. Thank you Elaine!
Be encouraged by Hebrews 12:1
THEME: THREATENED AUSTRALIAN FAUNA OR FLORA
DUE BEFORE: 26TH JUNE
WEDNESDAY11THJUNE
FREE Supported Seminar for Primary Carers of Children Experiencing Anxiety Fear Less Seminar
Open to parents and carers of children 6-12 years living in the Cities of Darebin, Yarra, Banyule, Nillumbik and Whittlesea.
Fear-Less Triple P supports parents to learn new strategies for managing their child’s anxiety. This supported seminar is for parents that are concerned about their child’s anxiety that would like to learn strategies they can put in place to support the wellbeing of their child and the family.
The topics covered in this program include:
• Understanding how anxiety works,
• Becoming the best possible model of anxiety management for their children,
• Becoming effective emotion coaches,
• Understanding and teaching the value of flexible thinking,
• Managing their children’s anxiety effectively, and
• Using constructive coping.
DATE: 23/06/25
TIME: 10:00am- 12:00pm
LOCATION: Online via zoom
How to make an enquiry:
Contact the Triple P team with your name and contact number (E: triplep@berrystreet.org.au or ph: 9450 4700 and ask to speak to a member of the Triple P team).
Enquiries must be made by 5pm on 16/06/25
Please note that enquiries do not guarantee an enrolment in the seminar and that capacity may be reached prior to this date. As such, we encourage you to reach out ASAP to avoid disappointment.
Your OSHC by Camp Australia provides enriching experiences for children during term – before school, after school and on pupil free days. At Your OSHC we give children a supportive space to continue their development, build confidence and socialise with their friends
Once registered, you'll be able to easily make and manage your bookings online via our Parent Portal Stop by and say hi!
Please feel free to visit the program with your children to meet the team and see what happens in our great program each school day.
are added each week for parents and cover various topics to help families.
