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A MESSAGE FROM MR CHRIS DROWLEY

Dear Parents and Carers,

This week our students participated in Science Week activities, starting with students dressing up as a Scientist on Monday. It was great to see many students partake in this and their creativity with their costumes.

Throughout the week students engaged in a variety of hands-on experiments, interactive displays, and creative STEM challenges The week sparked curiosity and inspired many young scientists across all year levels. A big thank you to our staff for making Science Week both educational and fun!

On Tuesday, students in Years 5 - 6 took part in an important Cyber Safety Workshop, where they learned how to stay safe and make smart choices online The sessions were age-appropriate and engaging, helping students understand the importance of digital responsibility in today’s world. For those parents who were able to attend the parent session on Tuesday evening, I am sure you would have found the session informative and helpful. Navigating technology in homes with our children is a definite challenge. I would like to highlight the following resource, SchoolTV, available on our College website with lots of information about how to support children as parents and caregivers This link will provide you with some further information about managing screen time: https://ncc.vic.schooltv.me/newsletter/managing-screen-time

On Friday, selected students in Years 3 - 6 participated in a Downball Tournament. Students demonstrated great sportsmanship, teamwork, and a strong sense of fair play Congratulations to all participants, and thank you to our staff for supporting the event

Next week, we’re excited to celebrate Book Week! This year’s theme is Book an Adventure! Students are invited to dress up as their favourite book character for our Book Week Costume Parade on Friday 22nd August 2025

As we prepare for this fun and meaningful event, we would like to remind families of a few important guidelines to ensure our celebration reflects the values of our Christian ethos:

Costumes should be positive, respectful, and in keeping with our Christian values

Please avoid costumes that are scary or inappropriate

Weapons of any kind, including swords, guns, or other imitation items, are not permitted.

Students should be dressed modestly and appropriately for a school setting.

We strongly encourage creative, home-made costumes.

Children who arrive in costumes that do not align with these guidelines may be asked to change into their school uniform. If a change of clothes is not available, parents may be contacted.

As we reflect on a week full of learning, fun and community spirit, let us also remember the importance of treating one another with kindness and respect

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.”

Ephesians 4:32

Let this verse remind us to act kindly in everything we do, whether we're in the classroom, on the playground, or celebrating special events together.

God bless you,

Chris Drowley Director of Primary School Learning

BOOK WEEK AND COSTUME PARADE

Friday 22nd August 2025

There will be no Primary School Chapel next week, instead families are invited to attend our Book Week DressUp Parade.

Enjoy a complimentary coffee (one per adult) from 8:15am onwards in the courtyard, before watching our students proudly showcase their costumes at 8:55am.

If you are staying for the parade, remember to sign in at Reception upon arrival.

Photos and videos of the students are not permitted during the parade 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 while onsite. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.

WHOLE SCHOOL ASSEMBLY

Monday 18th August 2025 8:40am - 8:55am

Parents are welcome to join our Whole School Assembly every fortnight (Week A) by clicking on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84972693762

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 year’s theme is Book an Adventure.

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.

Please avoid costumes that are scary or inappropriate.

Weapons of any kind, such as swords, guns, or other imitation weapons, are not permitted

Students should be dressed modestly and appropriately.

We strongly encourage creative, home-made costumes.

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).

AFTER SCHOOL ATHLETICS TRAINING SIBLINGS

Primary School-aged siblings who are not participating in Athletics Training cannot be left at school without parent/carer supervision after 3:30pm.

Parents are expected to collect siblings before 3:30pm or have them enrolled with Camp Australia for after-school care.

EXTENDED LEAVE OF ABSENCES - 5 DAYS OR MORE

We ask families to keep us informed regarding student attendance. If you are planning any extended absences for your children of five or more school days, we require a formal application to be submitted and approved by the Principal before you depart

Forms are available from Reception or can be requested from your child's Home Group teacher. Please return completed forms to Reception or via email to attendance@ncc.vic.edu.au

LAPTOP DEVICES FOR YEAR 7 STUDENTS IN 2026

Students in Year 7 next year will need a College-designated 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

THE PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE

The Premiers' Reading Challenge is finishing on Friday 5th September 2025.

Please ensure that all books read are uploaded by Monday 1st September 2025. This allows our Library staff time to verify the books students have read, so that students don’t miss out on receiving their official certificate!

Thanks for being part of the Premiers' Reading Challenge. We can’t wait to celebrate students' reading success!

UNWELL STUDENTS

A number of students have presented themselves to Reception with nausea, stomach aches and feeling generally unwell Please keep any unwell children at home to prevent the spread of sickness across the classes

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FIGHT FOOD WASTE DESIGN COMPETITION

Calling all creative kids! Design an eye-catching poster and packaging for our Use It Up Tape® – the simple solution that helps families reduce food waste at home. Winning designs will be featured on limited-edition Use It Up Tape® packaging distributed to schools nationwide in 2026. The winners will receive a merchandise pack, certificate, movie passes and a $1,000 Woolworths voucher for their school

Competition Period: Monday 21st July 2025 (9:00am AEST) to Monday 22nd September 2025 (5:00pm AEST)

Winners Announced: Thursday 16th October 2025

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Year 2 Sleepover and Breakfast U P C O M I N G E V E N T S : T E

Monday 18th - Friday 22nd August

Book Week WEEK 5A

Monday 18th August

Whole School Assembly via ZOOM

Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Wednesday 20th August

Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Friday 22nd August

Book Week Dress Up Day

Years 5 - 6 Kinder Partnership

Book Week Parade

WEEK 6B

Monday 25th - Friday 29th August

Monday 25th August

Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Wednesday 27th August

Year 1 Excursion

Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Thursday 28th August

Write a Book in a Day Competition

Thursday 28th - Friday 29 August th

Friday 29th August

Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am

Years 5 - 6 Kinder Partnership

Years 5 - 6 Lawn Bowls Training

Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 1FB

U P C O M I N G E V E N T S : T E

WEEK 7A

Monday 1st - Friday 5th September

Australian Teacher Aide Appreciation Week

Monday 1st September

Whole School Assembly via ZOOM Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Tuesday 2nd September

Maths & Inquiry: Through Maths We Prove, Years 1 - 3

Wednesday 3rd September

Maths & Inquiry: Through Maths We Prove, Years 4 - 6 Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Friday 5th September

Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am

Parents & Friends Father’s Day Stall

Years 5 - 6 Kinder Partnership

Years 5 - 6 Lawn Bowls Training

Primary School Chapel – Father’s Day Focus

WEEK 8B

Monday 8th - Friday 12th September

Lamont Book Fair

Tuesday 9th September

Year 2 Hooptime Day

Wednesday 10th September

Year 1 Breakfast and Pyjama Day

Thursday 11th September

R U OK? Day

Northside Festival of Arts Event

Friday 12th September

CSEN Primary School Athletics Championships

Years 5 - 6 Kinder Partnership

Years 5 - 6 Lawn Bowls Training

Primary School Chapel – Item presented by Year 2JM

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U P C O M I N G E

WEEK 9A

Monday 15th - Thursday 18th September

Monday 15th September

Whole School End of Term Connection Assembly

Tuesday 16th September

Prep Incursion

Wednesday 17th September

Years 5 - 6 Ethics Olympiad

Thursday 18th September

Last Day of Term 3

Prep - Year 2 Athletics Carnival

Last Day to Withdraw to avoid paying Term 1 2026 fees

Neighbourly Awards

Leonard, Prep

I am very proud of the way you have been reading aloud in front of your friends this term. Thank you for being brave!

Genevieve, Prep

You search for the goodness in situations and you make great connections between what we can do to help others and what the Bible teaches us we should do

Jasper, Prep

For being a great table leader and serving your classmates with a cheerful attitude. Keep showing Jesus' love to others, Jasper

Angie, Year 1

For compassionately helping others when they are struggling.

Eason, Year 1

For showing dedication in your Maths work this week. You have put in your best effort and challenged yourself to take on more difficult problems. Keep up the great work!

Maxwell, Year 2

For showing outstanding perseverance in Maths, pressing on with determination and joy until she reached her goal. She celebrated her success in getting it all right with only a little support, shining as an example of Philippians 4:13 — “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.”

Shayan, Year 2

For the way you take responsibility for your work by paying close attention to detail and striving for accuracy in everything you do Your consistent effort shows that you are committed to doing what is right and giving your best, Shayan.

Hanni, Year 3

For writing an incredibly descriptive writing piece on Spring. Hanni you demonstrated such creative thinking and genuine desire to produce a very impactful piece. Congratulations!

Jemimah, Year 3

For showing grace by extending patience, kindness, compassion and understanding to her peers around her.

Hugo, Year 4

For displaying the College value of Service. You frequently help your classmates with their work, especially during Math. You do all of this humbly and without expecting anything in return. Thank you for helping our class community to grow. You are awesome!

Olivia, Year 4

Olivia, you’ve been unstoppable! You’ve tackled tough tasks with grit and still had the heart to support others along the way. That’s how perseverance and kindness work hand in hand —go you!

Ryan, Year 5

For demonstrating remarkable perseverance, emotional regulation, and a positive mindset. You’ve faced challenges with determination, turning setbacks into opportunities for growth. Your progress and resilience are truly inspiring to everyone around you. Keep it up!

Joshua, Year 5

For persevering through the challenging lessons this week. You faced the difficulties and you did not give up. God loves to see you persevere for His glory! Well done, Joshua!

Natalie, Year 6

For diligently using her God-given gifts in English this semester, always with a flair for creativity, modelling hard work, careful attention, and excellence that inspires her peers to shine for His glory Well done, we love seeing the gold in you shine

Oscar, Year 6

Thank you for working hard each day and sharing such insightful comments in class conversations. You listen well to the opinions of others and respond respectfully. You exemplify our College value of Community and set a good standard for others. Be encouraged by Hebrews 10:24-25.

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Thursday 21st

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Clay Art Activity @ Lunch

Friday 22nd Tuesday 19th

AN INVITATION TO OUR BOOK FAIR!

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.

18/8/2025 - 22/8/2025

Once registered, you'll be able to easily make and manage your bookings online via our Parent Portal

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. New articles are added each week for parents and cover various topics to help families

Northside Christian College

E-waste collection

Take youre-waste to a better place!

To make recycling e-waste easy, we will be hosting an e-waste recycling skip from Thursday 28th August - Wednesday 16th September Bin will be located next to rubbish skips opposite oval basketball courts

E-waste refers to any household appliance with a battery or cord. You can put any small household electrical items with a cord or battery into it, such as:

•television

•computers

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• laptops tablets

•printers

•faxes

•scanner •copiers

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• •monitors

•modems keyboards speakers

•gaming consoles

•set top boxes

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•hair dryers

•hi-fi equipment

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• video and DVD players electronic toys

•vacuum cleaners

•toasters routers server

What WILL be accepted:

•and other household electronic appliances.

Any small household electrical or electronic items with a cord or battery, for example: computers, televisions, vacuum cleaners, printers, toasters, hair dryers, video and DVD players, hi-fi equipment, stereo equipment, digital cameras and video cameras.