2025 Secondary News, Term 3, Week 9

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Secondary School News

Secondary School News

TERM 3, WEEK 9

18TH SEPTEMBER 2025

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.

TOYS FOR KIDS DAY

Friday 10th October 2025

Northside’s Vocational Major: Personal

Development Skills class is raising money to buy toys for kids in need

Students who would like to contribute a gold coin donation can come to school dressed as their favourite toy or in bright colours.

Zooper Doopers and chips will also be on sale at lunchtime for $1 each.

COLLEGE LOGO PAGE 01

TOYS FOR KIDS DAY PAGE 01

STUDENT LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS OPEN PAGE 02

MIDDLE SCHOOL DEBATING IN TERM 4 PAGE 03

UPCOMING EVENTS PAGE 04 - 07

ATTACHMENT PAGE 08

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

MIDDLE SCHOOLDEBATING 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

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 : T E R M 4

Units 3/4 Practice Exams and Revision

Year 10 Certificates

Units 3/4 Practice Exams and Revision

Unit 2 Media Filming Day

Term 4 Commences

Years 7-8 Debating Training Night 5:45pm - 8:30pm

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport

VM Toys for Kids Fundraiser

Whole School Assembly via ZOOM

Years 7 - 8 Debating Training Night 5:45pm - 8:30pm

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport

Standardised Testing Years 7, 8 and 9

VM Toys for Kids Fundraiser

Year 7-8 Wushu/Kung Fu Incursion Ensembles Extravaganza

Year 12 Final Day Activities Year 9 Mock Interviews Excursion

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport

CSEN Debating - Select Years 7, 8 and 10 students

Tuesday 28th October - Wednesday 19th November

Whole School Assembly via ZOOM

CSEN Years 9 - 10 Rally Day

Round 2 Debating - Years 7 - 8

VCE End of Year Examinations

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport

Whittlesea Tech School Ambassador Program

VCE End of Year Examinations

SafeTalk Workshop

VCE End of Year Examinations

VCE End of Year Examinations

Student Free Day

VCE End of Year Examinations

Student Free Day: Melbourne Cup Public Holiday

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport

VCE End of Year Examinations

VCE End of Year Examinations

Ethics Olympiad - Selected Year 8 Students

VCE End of Year Examinations

Whole School Assembly via ZOOM

CSEN Years 9 - 10 Rally Day

VCE End of Year Examinations

Remembrance Day

Round 3 Debating - Years 7 - 8

VCE End of Year Examinations

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport

VCE End of Year Examinations

VCE End of Year Examinations

VCE End of Year Examinations

VCE End of Year Examinations

Year 9 2026 Information Evening

VCE End of Year Examinations

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport

VCE End of Year Examinations

Years 10 - 11 Exams

Year 12 Valedictory Dinner

Years 10 - 11 Exams

E R M 4

Years 9 - 11 Exams

Years 9 - 11 Exams

Student Free Day

Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am

VCE Book Buying Day

Early Start 2026 Years 11 & 12

Orientation Day

Year 7 Darebin Creek Excursion

Secondary School Celebration Event 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Year 12 Graduation

Last Day of Term 4 - Early Dismissal

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