Keep Thursday night free and come and enjoy a community event at Northside Enjoy performances, art, food, face painting and much more!
FESTIVAL OF ARTS PAGE 01
Upon return to school at 5:00pm, please be aware that parents are responsible for the supervision of their own children. If you are unable to attend and have arranged for another parent to care for your child, please send a SEQTA note informing our child’s teacher. R U OK? DAY PAGE 02
STUDENT LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS OPEN PAGE 02
THE PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE PAGE 03
MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATING IN TERM 4 PAGE 04 BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL TRAININGSIBLINGS PAGE 03
PAGES 06 - 09 UPCOMING EVENTS PAGE 05
Thursday 11th September 2025
Students can wear a splash of yellow on Thursday to commemorate R U OK? Day.
Please ensure your child is still wearing their full Winter uniform, however they can wear:
Yellow ribbons in their hair
Yellow scarf
Yellow cap or beanie
STUDENT LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN!
Are you ready to make a difference in our College community? Student Leadership Applications for 2026 are now available!
At Northside Christian College, leadership isn’t about being in charge, it’s about serving others. As a student leader, you have the opportunity to shine God’s light in our College and beyond, using your gifts to build a community full of faith, hope and love
We are seeking passionate and committed leaders for the following positions:
Years 7–9, Year 11 SRC Representatives (two per year level)
Year 10 House Captains
Year 12 College Captains (two positions)
Year 12 College Deputies (two positions)
Year 12 Portfolio Captains (e.g. Music, Arts, Community, etc.)
Please note: All Year 12 Captain applications require a pastoral reference to be submitted alongside the application.
Applications close on Friday 10th October – don’t miss your chance to lead, serve, and inspire!
For any questions, please see Ms Vaughn.
THE PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE
Students who completed the VPRC Challenge will be invited to wear casual clothes to school on Thursday 11th September. Please contact your child's classroom teacher to clarify if your child has completed the challenge if you are unsure.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL 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.
Similarly, Primary School-aged siblings who are not participating in the Running Club must be supervised by a parent or carer until 8:15am when teachers begin their duty. Camp Australia is also available to support parents who need before-school care.
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.
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
U P C O M I N G E V E N T S :
E R M 3
CSEN Secondary School Athletics Championships
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport
R U OK? Day
Northside Festival of Arts Event 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Whole School End of Term Assembly
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport
Last Day of Term 3
Last Day to Withdraw to avoid Term 1 2026 fees
HOLIDAYS
Units 3/4 Practice Exams and Revision
Units 3/4 Practice Exams and Revision Year 10 Certificates
Chocolate Cake Dad’s Best Competition
Think you’ve got the winning recipe?
At this year’s Festival of Arts, we’re giving all the dads (and father figures!) the chance to shine, not with paintbrushes or guitars, but with flour, cocoa and creativity!
Bake it. Show it. Win it.
Fill in the simple entry form HERE.
Bring along your homemade chocolate cake on festival day
Don’t forget to bring:
A list of ingredients (to keep everyone safe!)
A photo of you making your masterpiece (proof of creation!)
Judging: Cakes will be scored on taste, texture & presentation
Date: Thursday 11th September 2025
Where: Bring to the Home Economic room by 5:15pm on the festival day
Who Can Enter: Dads, Stepdads, Granddads and Father Figures
Let’s see who will be named the best Chocolate Cake Champion for 2025!
AN INVITATION TO OUR BOOK FAIR!
Northside Christian College
Inside the Library
Monday 8th - Friday 12th September
8:15 - 8:40am & 3:05 - 4:00pm
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.
What will NOT be accepted:
Any whitegoods (refrigerators, freezers, dish washers, washing machines, clothes dryers and microwaves) and solar panels.
Please note that no items may be removed from the e-waste bin
