PRIMARY NEWS
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back to all our students and families as we embark on Term 4. It was heart-warming to hear about the holiday experiences from many students. I certainly enjoyed a refreshing break, as did our dedicated teachers and staff. It’s great to return revitalised and ready for a new term of shared learning.
I would like to remind you also that hats are required to be worn outside during Term 4. Please ensure your child has a College hat with their name clearly marked. Students without hats will need to play in shaded areas. Thank you for your support with this policy.
This week, our Prep – Year 2 students began their Swimming Intensive Program at Splash's Swim School in South Morang. A big thank you to the staff who supported our students during these visits, and to the parents who lent a hand. We truly appreciate your time and involvement.
If you are interested in becoming a parent helper, there are numerous opportunities to get involved here at Northside Christian College. Please feel free to talk with your child's classroom teacher or our Reception staff for more information on how you can assist as a parent volunteer.
This week we also celebrated our Art Show. I commend our students and the broader community for their contributions to this years Art Show. The quality of the artwork and creativity was truly inspiring. The vibrant array of artwork, from stunning paintings to intricate sculptures, reflected the unique perspectives and hard work of our young artists. It was a joy to see families and friends come together to support and appreciate the artistic achievements of our students, making the Art Show a memorable experience for all involved. I would like to extend my gratitude to our Art Team for their efforts in making this week such a success.
The Prep – Year 2 Athletics Day was a fantastic celebration of energy and teamwork, as our young students participated in a variety of events organised within their house groups. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm on their faces as they cheered each other on, fostering a spirit of camaraderie and healthy competition. Thank you to all of the staff involved and especially to our PE Department who made this event a great success.
In the coming weeks, we will begin our preparations for 2025, including planning student placements for next year in anticipation of our Whole School Orientation Day on the 28th of November. We value your insights as parents regarding your children's class placements relating to social connections, as well as emotional and academic considerations. We kindly ask that you submit any placement requests in writing to myself, the Director of Primary School Learning by Wednesday 6th November, either via SEQTA Direct Message or a letter to the office addressed to me. We also cannot guarantee that all requests will be accommodated, however, they will certainly be taken into consideration during the formation of Home Group classes. If you have made requests in previous years, please note that you will need to submit a new request this year, as circumstances can change. It is important to note that requests for specific teachers will not be considered. I will share more details about this process in a letter to families in the coming days.
May God continue to bless you and your family. I’m looking forward to a wonderful term ahead!
God bless you,
Chris Drowley Director of Primary School Learning
Welcome to Term 4
PRIMARY SCHOOL CHAPEL
Friday 18th October 2024, 2:15pm - 2:50pm
Parents are invited to join our Primary School Chapel in Room 412, accessible through the foyer. Please sign in at Reception on arrival.
Enjoy an item presented by the Year 6 classes.
Photos and videos of the students are not permitted at Chapel to protect the privacy of other students who may appear in the frame.
Please note that parents and pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff and Visitor toilets are located in the Administration Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
SUMMER UNIFORM AND HATS
Students are to wear their full Summer uniform in Term 4. There will be a 2-week changeover period when Winter or Summer uniforms can be worn (but not interchangeably). Please consider the weather when deciding on the most suitable uniform for your child to wear in the first two weeks of Term 4.
As of Monday 21st October, all students are required to wear their full Summer uniform.
Hats MUST be worn when playing outside or participating in outdoor activities for ALL of Term 4, even if your child is wearing their Winter uniform in Week 1 and Week 2.
Be Sun Smart
PRIMARY LEADERSHIP APPLICATIONS
Students in Years 2 - 5
Application Timeline:
Term 4 Week 1
Applications due by 4:00pm on Friday 11th October 2024. Paper applications may be submitted in hard copy to Ms Vaughn.
Term 4 Week 2
All applicants will present a well-prepared speech to their Year level who will then elect candidates to move forward to the panel interview.
Term 4 Weeks 3 - 5
Students will be shortlisted and the process of interview will begin. Students will be contacted with an interview date and time.
SRC Leaders for 2025 will be announced at the 2025 Dedication Service.
Please note that some submission deadlines have been extended.
JUNIOR ENGINEERS: ARCADE GAME DEVELOPMENT
(Years 4 - 7)
TERM 4
Did you love Arcade Games like Space Invaders growing up? Does your child love gaming? Well, why not empower them to code and create their own games!
Your child will love our fun and engaging Arcade Game Development course, where they will:
Design and code their very own games. Upload them to a hand-held gaming device to play with friends! Build problem-solving and logistical skills. Learn brand new coding challenges and digital projects. Learning to code requires consistency - and our courses are a brilliant way to build necessary future-fit STEM skills.
Wednesdays 3:15pm from 16th October until 4th December 2024
Please see the attached flyer for booking information.
PREP – YEAR 2 SWIMMING LESSONS IN TERM 4
Thursdays
Swimming lessons for the Prep – Year 2 students will take place at Splash Swim School Plenty Valley for the first six Thursdays of Term 4.
First session: Thursday 10th October Last session: Thursday 14th November
What to wear:
Full Sports Uniform with House coloured t-shirt and their bathers underneath.
Girls: One-piece bathers with the straps left down throughout the day so that they can go to the toilet easily, or a rashie over a two-piece set.
Boys: Board shorts with a rashie.
What to bring:
In a separate small bag (not their school bag):
Clean underwear
Towel
Plastic bag for wet items
Hair brush/comb
Goggles (optional)
Crocs or thongs (optional) *Students must wear running shoes to school. Students can change into crocs or thongs to go to their swimming lesson
*Please ensure that all items are clearly labelled.
PRAYER WARRIORS
Fridays 9:00am – 9:45am
Northside has a regular parent prayer team who gather together to pray for the College community every Friday from 9:00am – 9:45am. Parents and grandparents of Northside students are welcome to join.
Please contact Reception or email prayer@ncc.vic.edu.au for more information.
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DIARY DATES
Once registered, you'll be able to easily make and manage your bookings online via our Parent Portal
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