As we return from an action-packed Semester 1, we celebrate the wonderful achievements and experiences of our Middle School students
Our Year 9 students tackled their first set of exams
SEMESTER 1 WRAP-UP
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WELCOME TO TERM 3
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CELEBRATING AN ACHEIVEMENT
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DISCOVERY SUBJECTS PAGE 03
UPCOMING EVENTS
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with great determination and resilience well done! Students across Years 7 to 9 took part in an engaging Maths incursion, bringing maths to life in fun and meaningful ways. We were also thrilled to welcome Pastor Taylor Forward from Dare2Drift, whose visit inspired and energised our community
Reports were released through SEQTA at the end of the term and provide a valuable starting point for meaningful discussions with your child’s teachers during next week’s Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences (PSTCs) We encourage all parents and students to take this opportunity to review progress and set goals for the new semester ahead.
Semester 1 was a time of new experiences, growth, learning, and community spirit
Thank you for your continued support and commitment to making this semester a positive and memorable one We look forward to a fantastic Semester 2, filled with new opportunities and continued growth
Colossians 3:23–24
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.”
Welcome to Term 3
A few reminders to help our Middle School community begin the second half of the year strong:
Homework
Students who do not have set homework are encouraged to read at home to keep their minds active and build skills that support learning across all subjects
Uniform
As we settle into winter, all students are expected to wear the full winter uniform
Congratulations to 7TW for winning the Best Dressed Middle School Homegroup award! Their efforts will soon be celebrated with a pizza party.
Parents, please support your child in making positive choices and ensure they wear the correct uniform each day. This includes blazers, ties, and leather school shoes (no runners unless wearing the sports uniform) Hair that is shoulder-length or longer, or hanging in the face, must be tied back Only one set of earrings and minimal jewellery are permitted
Wearing the correct uniform is more than just a school policy it fosters pride, belonging, and personal responsibility. It also creates an environment where students can focus on learning and growing together.
Following last semester’s focus on correct uniform, detentions will be issued this term for breaches, and parents will be contacted If your child needs time to replace items that are outgrown or damaged, please email the relevant homeroom teacher with a date by which this will be resolved.
Techie-Free Term 3
Term 3 is a Techie-Free time at recess and lunch Students who want to stay out of the cold are welcome in the Middle School foyer, where they can sit, chat, or play board and card games without devices
On Wednesdays, the library is open for Homework Club, available to students needing extra time or support.
Celebrating an Achievement Aerynn
We’re excited to celebrate the incredible achievements of Aerynn (8SC), who recently won four medals at the 2025 Youth National Archery Championships, including two golds, and broke a Victorian state record at the Target Championships Aerynn has now been selected to represent Australia at the upcoming Trans Tasman Challenge in New Zealand.
It’s wonderful to see our students using their God-given talents and excelling beyond the classroom Congratulations, Aerynn!
Discovery Subjects
Looking ahead, Years 7–9 will begin exciting new elective blocks and discovery subjects Friday 1st August is the final day for subject changes
Some students may find themselves placed in subjects outside their usual area of confidence. We encourage them to embrace these opportunities, persevere, and develop new skills These experiences are just as valuable for personal growth
Our Book Week celebrations promise to be a highlight of the term, with fun and creativity on display across the College
Year 9 students will embark on their Urban Endeavour project, Bridges of Hope, followed later in the term by their Tasmanian experience, Journey Within Deepening Our Faith, Discovering Our Story
Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Thursday 11th September, for our very first Arts Festival, Connected to the Son a joyous celebration of creation and creativity at Northside.
Upcoming Events in the Middle School
WEEK 3A: Monday 4th - Friday 8th August
Monday 4th August
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Years 9 - 12 Debating
Tuesday 5th August
Student Free Day
Prep - Year 12 Parent Student Teacher Conferences (PSTC’s)
Principals Day
2025 VSMF Choir
Wednesday 6th August
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
Australian Mathematical Competition
CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport
Thursday 7th August
Jeans for Genes Day
Friday 8th August
Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am
WEEK 4B: Monday 11th - Friday 15th August Science Week
Monday 11th August
Science Week Dress Up Day - Theme Decoding the Universe.
Tuesday 12th August
2025 STEMania Years 5 - 8
Growing Up Online Parent Information Session 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Wednesday 13th August
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport
Friday 15th August
Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am
Upcoming Events in the Middle School
WEEK 5A: Monday 18th - Friday 22nd August Book Week
Monday 18th August
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Wednesday 20th August
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Thursday 21st August
Whittlesea Tech School Ambassador Program
Friday 22nd August
Book Week Dress Up Day and Parade
WEEK 6B: Monday 25th - Friday 29th August
Monday 25th - Friday 29th August
Year 9 Urban Endeavour
Monday 25th August
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Tuesday 27th August
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport
Year 7 School Based Immunisation
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Thursday 28th August
Write a Book in a Day
Friday 29th August
Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am
WEEK 7A: Monday 1st - Friday 5th September
Monday 1st September
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Tuesday 2nd - Friday 5th September
Engage 9 Interstate Trip
Tuesday 2nd September
CSEN Volleyball Championships
Wednesday 3rd September
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 9 - 10 Fortnightly Sport
Whittlesea Tech School Ambassador Program
Athletics Training 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Friday 5th September
Running Club 7:30am - 8:15am
Upcoming Events in the Middle School
WEEK 8B: Monday 8th - Friday 12th September Lamont Book Fair
Monday 8th September
CSEN Secondary School Athletics Championships
Wednesday 10th September
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
CSEN Years 7 - 8 Fortnightly Sport
Thursday 11th September
R U OK? Day
Northside Festival of Arts Event 5:30pm - 8:00pm
WEEK 9A: Monday 15th - Friday 19th September
Monday 15th September
Whole School Assembly via ZOOM
Wednesday 17th September
Secondary School Jazz Band Rehearsal 7:45am - 8:30am
Students are encouraged to wear jeans or denim clothing and bring a gold coin donation to supportgeneticresearchforchildren,withallproceedsgoingtoJeansforGenesAustralia.
2025 BOOK WEEK COMPETITIONS
MONDAY 18TH – FRIDAY 22ND AUGUST
Colouring Competition
Competition entries due Friday 22
Students are welcome to start collecting colouring sheets from the Library Once completed return to the Library, for your chance to win.
There will be a chance during Book Week to work on your entry at the Library
Picture Book Challenge nd
Competition entries due Friday 22 nd
Create your own thrilling adventure by yourself or with a friend
Once completed bring your picture book to the Library for all to enjoy! Mrs Drowley will run a workshop early in Term 3, to give you tips on how to make a fantastic book.
Principal’s Choice Award Dress up Parade Friday 22nd @ 8:55am
Join us in the courtyard as we all come together to celebrate our favourite books in costumes. Be dressed up for your chance to receive Ms Munro’s special Principal’s Award
A large number of students and parents, will have the chance to win a ribbon
2025 BOOK WEEK EVENTS
MONDAY 18 – FRIDAY 22 Friday 22nd
Competition Time @ Recess
Students are welcome to attend the Library to work on their competition entries.
Afloat Bookmarks @ Lunch
Come along to the Library to weave paper bookmarks, just like the characters in Afloat come together
Thursday 21st
Spiro’s Menu Drawing Activity @ Recess
Spiro is a hungry spider, come along to the Library to create some bugs for him to try to catch
Modelling Clay Art Activity @ Lunch
Book in with Mrs Drowley, to make your own 3D modelling clay creation Inspiderd by the Noteable book Dinosaur in my Pocket
Dress up Parade @ 8:55 am
Join us in the courtyard as we all come together to celebrate our favourite books in costumes Photo Booth @ Recces
Students are welcome to come along and get their photos taken inside our Northside ship Listen out on the day for where to find us
SUPPORT&TRAINING
Term3:
Tuning in to Teens (Mill Park, starts 22 July)
Build connection and support your teen’s emotional wellbeing.
Circle of Security Parenting (Thomastown, starts 29 July)
