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UPCOMING PARENT-STUDENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES – EARLY TERM 3
PARENT STUDENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
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Our next round of Parent Student Teacher Conferences (PSTC) will be taking place early in Term 3.
Bookings for these conferences will open in the first week back after the school holidays, from Monday 21st July Further information, including instructions on how to book, will be provided at the start of Term 3 via SEQTA
We encourage you to save this date and begin considering your availability to meet with your child’s teacher. Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child’s learning.
MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATING IN TERM 4 PAGE 02
BOOK WEEK AND COSTUME SELECTION
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TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS PAGE 04
UPCOMING EVENTS PAGE 05
TERM 3 EVENTS
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ATTACHMENTS
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MIDDLE SCHOOL - DEBATING IN TERM 4
In Term 4, the Debating Association of Victoria (DAV) is holding the Years 7 and 8 Junior Debating Program here at Northside.
Why Debate?
Debating is a valuable skill that:
Promotes confidence and effective public speaking
Encourages logical thinking, social awareness, and interest in current affairs
Supports learning across all subject areas
Develops critical, creative, ethical, intercultural, and social capabilities in line with the Victorian
When?
Competition Schedule (evenings at Northside):
Training Night – Tuesday 7th October 2025
Round 1 – Tuesday 14th October 2025
Round 2 – Tuesday 28th October 2025
Round 3 – Tuesday 11th November 2025
Times TBC. It is usually a 6:00pm or 7:00pm start.
Expectations:
Prepare for the debate beforehand.
Please arrive on time in the evenings.
Parents are invited to stay.
Some training is offered - it's recommended but not compulsory.
Maintain clear communication with the team and teacher if you are unable to attend.
Students forfeit if they do not have three members on a team to debate
Have fun learning!
Please get in touch with Mrs Field to register interest at afield@ncc.vic.edu.au.
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!
