Strategic Priority 4 - Operational Statements of Intent

Approach Twelve

Increase an awareness of our Values

Our shared values highlight our intent to draw closer to God and to develop a deeper understanding of the character of God. Northside will continue to develop a strong sense of belonging and identification with the College’s Mission and Values.

Approach Sixteen

Connect to a network of opportunities

Approach Thirteen

Improve the school relationship with parents and carers to enrich student learning

Parents and carers at Northside are highly valued partners in Christian education. The staff at Northside are committed to working closely with parents and carers to support the diverse learning and wellbeing needs of our College community. Northside aims to collaborate with our parents and carers through maintaining a welcoming and accessible school environment.

We recognise there are many organisations that can support the learning of our students. Technology provides an abundance of opportunities for our students to build on their learning. The College will intentionally explore opportunities to break down geographical barriers, integrate technology, and develop partnerships with schools, universities, community organisations, and local businesses to support our students flourish with their learning and wellbeing.

Example of Implementation Steps

To achieve this objective, the College will:

• Provide greater opportunities for engagement with the College alumni.

Approach Fourteen

Advance close church connections

Our community values the opportunity to work closely with our local churches. Together, we support the spiritual formation of our students. We respect our local churches and appreciate the spiritual input and pastoral care they provide for our community. We look forward to partnering together to achieve shared goals.

• Provide opportunities for parents, carers, and members of the local community to become involved in the life of the College.

• Enhance existing communication strategies and develop new ways to engage with the wider community, including broadening partnerships with educational institutions, including local universities.

• Promote and encourage opportunities for new community partnerships to support the curriculum and co-curriculum programs of the College.

Approach Fifteen

Create a place for students to belong and flourish

Our College community aims to be a place where all students feel safe, supported, and respected. This extends to our graduates. Northside desires for our graduates to feel valued and welcome at Northside. We look forward to considering opportunities to reconnected with alumni to support the provision of Christian education at Northside. We also recognise the need to provide a diverse range of co-curricular activities to provide opportunities for our students to develop their strengths and to use their strengths to serve others.

• Promote College programs that encourage and facilitate a positive contribution in the local and global community.

• Continue to work closely with the Parents and Friends Association to provide opportunities for the community to engage at social and community events.

• Equip and encourage parents and carers to support and assist in the development of their child’s learning.

• Provide increased opportunities for our students to serve others.

Strategic Priority 5

Manage the College in a sustainable way

The administrative structures at the College aim to create a sustainable organisation that can facilitate and support the educational programs of the College and reinvest in high-quality resources, facilities, and assets.

“If you obey God, you will have something to leave your grandchildren. If you don’t obey God, those who live right will get what you leave.”

Proverbs 13:22 (CEV)