PRIMARY NEWS PRIMARY NEWS
TERM 4 | WEEK 6 | 14TH NOVEMBER 2025
A MESSAGE FROM MR CHRIS DROWLEY
Dear Parents and Carers,
Earlier this week we welcomed our new Preps for the first of their Orientation sessions in preparation for the 2026 school year. This was a lovely time getting to know the students who will be joining our school in 2026. I would like to thank the members of our Parents and Friends Committee who attended this mingling session to welcome the parents of our new Preps. We look forward to welcoming these students again next week for their second Orientation session.
I had the privilege of attending the Watsonia RSL Remembrance Day Service this week along with our Primary Student Leaders. Our student leaders represented Northside Christian College so well and laid a wreath on behalf of our school to commemorate the loss of Australian lives in past wars and conflicts. We also gathered our students here at the College and observed a minute's silence while commemorating this special day. Remembrance is an important thing to do as we reflect on the past and we can be grateful for the things we have now
Our Year 5 students had their City Experience this week Beginning with a bus ride into Federation Square, students formed small groups and set off with a teacher on a race to uncover hidden gems around the City The journey continued at the Old Melbourne Gaol, where students stepped back in time to explore the fascinating history of justice in Victoria, including the stories of Ned Kelly and life behind bars After the guided tour they enjoyed lunch together in the beautiful surrounds of Flagstaff Gardens before returning to Northside It was a memorable day of learning and discovery.
Our Year 6 students are travelling to Canberra next week for their school camp experience They will be travelling by plane and we do pray for their protection while they are away. I have attended previously and I know how great of an experience this will be for our students Thank you to the staff who are accompanying our students and I look forward to hearing about their adventures when they return.
God bless you and have a lovely weekend
Chris Drowley Director of Primary School Learning
PRIMARY SCHOOL CHAPEL
Friday 21st November 2025 2:15pm – 2:50pm
Parents are invited to join our Chapel session in Room 412, accessible through the foyer of the Upper Primary Neighbourhood. Please sign in at Reception before attending.
Enjoy an item presented by the Prep classes
Photos and videos of the students are not permitted during Chapel to protect the privacy of other students who may appear in the frame
ALL LIBRARY BOOKS AND HOME READERS TO BE RETURNED
Library books and home reader packs needed to be returned this week. If you still have one at home, please ensure it is returned on Monday to avoid a replacement fee
PRIMARY SCHOOL CELEBRATION EVENT
Monday 1st December 2025
The Primary School Celebration Event will take place on Monday 1st December 2025 from 12:00pm – 2:30pm at La Trobe University
Families are encouraged to attend to celebrate with their students.
Students will be transported to the venue by bus, and will return back to school for dismissal at the normal time.
Students are required to wear full Summer Uniform for this event.
Families of students in performance items will receive Consent2Go details for rehearsals and sound checks and for the event.
PARENTS & FRIENDS ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Thursday 27th November 2025
Parents and Friends will hold their Annual General Meeting at 9:00am on Thursday 27th November 2025. All visitors and parents are welcome and must sign in at Reception.
2013 COLLEGE LOGO
REMINDER: Uniforms with this logo can only be worn in 2025. From 2026, uniforms with this logo can no longer be worn.
WANTED: PAPER/CARDBOARD ROLLS
We need over 100 paper/cardboard rolls* of all different sizes and lengths: from rubbish bags, paper towels, food wraps, wrapping paper, bolts of material/fabric.
Rolls can be left in a box at Reception or in the office on the ground floor of the Middle School building until mid-November.
Later this term, our Year 8 Mathematics classes will be designing marble runs to learn about functions and graphs
*No toilet paper rolls
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
WEEK 7B
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Year 6 classes U P C O M I N G E V E N T S T E R M 4
Monday 17th - Friday 21st November
Monday 17th – Thursday 20th November
Year 6 Interstate Camp
2026 College Musical Auditions - 2026 Years 5 - 12
Tuesday 18th November
Prep 2026 Orientation Session #2
Thursday 20th November
Year 1 and 2 Swimming Lessons
Friday 21st November
Primary School Chapel – Item presented by the Prep classes
WEEK 8A
Monday 24th - Friday 28th November
Tuesday 25th November
Prep Final Swimming Lesson Year 6 Graduation 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 26th November
Student Free Day
Thursday 27th November
Orientation Day: Prep - Year 6
Parents and Friends Annual General Meeting - 9:00am
Friday 28th November
U P C O M I N G E
N T S T E R M 4 T E R M D A T E S 2 0 2 6
WEEK 9B
Monday 1st - Friday 5th December
Monday 1st December
Primary School Celebration Event 12:00pm - 2:30pmPlease check Seqta message for details.
Thursday 4th December
Year 6 Fun Day
Friday 5th December
Last day of Term 4 – 12:45pm early dismissal
TERM 1
Prep, Year 7 and VCE Students return: Tuesday 27th
January 2026
ALL Students Return: Wednesday 28th January 2026Wednesday 1st April 2026
TERM 2
Monday 20th April 2026 - Thursday 25th June 2026
TERM 3
Wednesday 15th July 2026 - Thursday 17th September 2026
TERM 4
Monday 5th October 2026 - Friday 6th December 2026
Neighbourly Awards
Aster, Prep
You were away for our whole unit on Sharing, but when you came back, you worked hard and focussed well and learnt everything you needed to know! I am so super proud of you!
Lillian, Prep
Your reflection and choice to do the right thing shows the College value of integrity!
Jude, Prep
For noticing and picking up rubbish around the playground, even when it wasn’t yours. You are also always quick to help during class clean-up time. Thank you for showing a servant heart and helping to make our school a wonderful place to be.
Senuli, Year 1
For showing kindness to others and choosing to be a peacemaker
Boaz, Year 1
For working hard to improve your skills in reading and having a positive attitude towards working on your writing tasks this week. Keep up the great work!
Jerome, Year 2
For showing great perseverance and patience while completing a delicate Christmas craft. Your careful attention to detail and determination reflected a heart that honours God through hard work and dedication.
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." — Galatians 6:9
Isaiah, Year 2
For the incredible growth shown throughout the year in your writing, attitude towards learning, and social interactions. Your determination to keep improving and make positive choices has been wonderful to see. Keep it up, Isaiah!
Acellyne, Year 3
Acellyne, this is acknowledgment for all your hard work in improving the depth of your work. What a great demonstration of determination and perserverance you have shown
Muhammad, Year 4
For showing a high level of integrity this term by owning your part in conflicts with peers. Your honesty is appreciated and helps trust to develop between everyone involved. Your warm nature and ability to forgive are valuable assets. It’s great to see the gold in you shine. You are awesome!
Israel, 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 courageous heart, Israel!
Chloe, Year 5
You have shown kindness, courage and faith in every area of school life This year, you have stepped into leadership with confidence and prayed for your peers with genuine care and conviction. Your compassion, strength and heart for others reflect true servant leadership and inspire everyone around you.
Aaron, Year 6
Thank you for showing integrity, courageously speaking truth for others’ benefit even when they may never know. Your character strengthens our community. Well done, we love seeing the gold in you shine.
Reuben, Year 6
Your perseverance each day, shown through the way you continually challenge yourself, is truly inspiring. Reuben, your commitment to striving for excellence and the personal responsibility habits you have developed show that you are well prepared for Secondary College. Your hard work encourages everyone in our class to do their best and reminds us of the value of persevering through challenging tasks. Thank you for inspiring our classroom community!
Be encouraged by Hebrews 12:1.
Social media age restrictions
What you need to know
From 10 December 2025 Australian young people under 16 will not be allowed to create or hold accounts on certain social media platforms.
Delaying account access allows more time for young people to build digital literacy and greater resilience.
How will it work?
Under the law, the responsibility lies with the age-restricted platforms to find and deactivate existing accounts held by under-16s and to prevent under-16s from creating new accounts.
There are no penalties for under-16s who access an age-restricted social media platform, or for their parents or carers
Social media platforms
The age restrictionsarelikely to apply to Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X and YouTube, as well as other platforms See the latest list.
Most standalone gaming and messaging apps, as well as many services that support health and education, will not be affected by the new law.
Information and resources
Visit eSafety’ssocialmedia agerestrictions hub to find out what’s happening and how to prepare.
The hub includes practical guidance for parents and carers and young people, including get-ready guides and actions plans to prepare the for the change.
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
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.
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