PRIMARY NEWS PRIMARY NEWS
Dear and Carers,
I have enjoyed welcoming back students and families this week after our midyear school holiday break. My hope is that for our students it was a restful time. Our students have returned with enthusiasm and an eagerness to learn new things. We have lots happening this term!
Tickets were released this week for the school musical. I encourage you to book tickets early to avoid disappointment. Students have been allocated to a performance day, so ensure you book for the correct day if you are wanting to watch your child perform Children with surnames beginning with A-K will be performing on Wednesday 4th September, and those with the surnames L-Z will be performing on Thursday 5th September. A Consent2Go invitation will be sent to you in the coming days in order to give your child permission to take part in the offsite rehearsals and performances during that week We will also require photo permissions to be granted for this event, as the performance will be filmed. Thank you in advance for your support!
I am looking forward to the term ahead May God continue to bless you and your family.
Chris Drowley Director of Primary Learning
PRIMARY CHAPEL
Friday 26th July 2024, 2:15pm – 2:50pm
Parents are invited to join our Chapel session, run by Jared, in Room 412, accessible through the foyer. Please sign in at Reception before attending.
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 & pre-schoolers cannot access the Students ONLY toilets during Chapel. Staff & Visitor toilets are located in the Admin Building (near Reception) or on Level 1 in the Middle School Building.
PARENT STUDENT TEACHER CONFERENCES (PSTC)
Tuesday 23rd July 2024, 9:00am – 7:00pm
The Parent Student Teacher Conferences will take place on Tuesday 23rd July 2024, between 9:00am – 7:00pm.
The booking portal is now closed, no further bookings can be made or changed Appointments run every 10 minutes, therefore, you must arrive early so that your conference can start on time.
Please be reminded that this is a student-free day Camp Australia will be available for onsite care all day.
CHRISTMAS IN JULY FUNDRAISER
Thursday 25th July 2024
Students are invited to wear Christmas-themed clothes on Thursday 25th July 2024.
Students choosing to dress up will need to bring a gold coin donation, otherwise will need to come in their school uniform.
All proceeds will go towards our Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drive.
PRIMARY MINI OLYMPICS
Tuesday 30th July 2024
The Primary students will enjoy a day to celebrate the Olympics by participating in mixed-age country groups and competing in a variety of activities.
All families will receive their child’s allocated country Students may attend school on this day dressed in colours representing the country they were allocated to. Dressing up is not compulsory. Students who are not dressed in their country colours must come to school in their sport uniform.
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.
VICTORIAN PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE
Northside has read at least 3,867 books so far! Keep up the great work!
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN TERM 3 IN THE LIBRARY
Term 3, Week 6 is Book Week. This year the theme for book week is “Reading is Magic” and we have some amazing ideas for how to celebrate book week together
One way we all come together to celebrate is our yearly Book Week Parade. This is where everyone has the chance to dress up as their favourite book character or a character you think would be fun to dress up as Our dress-up day will be Friday 23rd August, so why not have a go at making your very own costume? We love to see what you can come up with.
Another way we always celebrate Book Week is the running of our yearly Book Fair. This year things will be run a little bit differently. The Fair will be held during Week 8, after Book Week, and is brought to us by Lamont Books. This will provide students with a different selection of books than those found in Scholastic Book Club
Term 3 also marks the conclusion of the Victorian Premier’s Reading Challenge, so if your child is taking part, please make sure you have all books logged by Sunday, 1st September so that our Library staff can verify all books before the site closes.
Look out for more Library messages, as we get closer to these amazing events
*While Northside does not support or endorse the use of witchcraft or spells, the term ‘magic’ in this theme is making reference to ‘a quality that makes something seem special or exciting’ We hope that the use of this term does not detract from our celebration of reading.
Neighbourly Awards
Senuli, Prep
For such a positive attitude towards learning. I am so proud of how far you have come in your reading of words and numbers!
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Aiden, Prep
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For your amazing hard work with your Heart words and your awesome reading!
Jonathan, Prep
We are so encouraged by how you demonstrate each school value here at Northside and for the ways in which you gently remind your classmates about showing school values as well. Keep it up!
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Bonnie, Year 1
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Dante, Year 1
You showed great courage by reciting our poem of the week after only a few days learning it. It is wonderful to see you step out and do things in front of others with such a positive attitude.
For bringing such a positive attitude to your learning at the start of term. You have shown courage in sharing your ideas in Mathematics and Reading and encourage others by your positive example Keep it up!
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Ian, Year 2
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Grace, Year 2
For demonstrating Perseverance during Mathematics We have loved seeing your passion and excitement over learning new concepts, and being able to demonstrate your understanding when you’re helping others. Keep up the hard work and dedication to your learning!
For always being a positive and cheerful member of our class community. You consistently demonstrate our College value of Community through your care for our class environment and your kindness towards your peers. Keep it up Grace!
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Wilson, Year 3
Hugo, Year 3
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For giving up your time to help a friend complete their work It was great seeing you trying to serve your peers in this way and care for them Thank you for your compassion towards others
For your amazing effort in giving new things a go. You have settled in to the class really well and have shown great determination in completing your work to your best standard. Well done!
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Jessie, Year 4
You have settled in to the class really well and have shown great determination in completing your work to your best standard. Well done!
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Paul, Year 4
For your strength and determination throughout starting a new semester. Thank you for persevering and showcasing your leadership to the class. We are blessed to have you and your skills, you are a very talented artist. You are a superstar, Paul!
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Emmanuel, Year 5
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For your amazing ability cultivating a sense of community in the classroom. You have a captivating persona and a vibrant sense of humour that brings joy to our day. This has positively contributed to our class community!
Well done Emmanuel, Jesus is shining through you!
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For demonstrating the value of Perseverance, for improving your work ethic and conscientiousness. Thank you Elaine for being a valuable member of our class and not giving up! Well done Elaine!
Shayla, Year 6
Drive-Through Drop-Off and Pick-Up Zones will need to remain in their cars for pick up Students will be escorted to the car by staff at the end of the day.
You have started your final semester of Primary School with determination and enthusiasm to grow academically. I am so impressed with your work ethic and extra work that you are putting in. You are setting a good example for others and building a culture of excellence. Thank you for being a good leader.
Thank you for inspiring others to persevere, Shayla A great verse for you is James 1:12
2024 DIARY DATES
2024 DIARY DATES
Please note Mini Hooptime change of date from 2nd August to 21st August
PARENTS AND FRIENDS - BAKERS DELIGHT BUN DAY
Thursday 1st August 2024
Parents and Friends are holding a Bakers Delight bun day on Thursday 1st August 2024 An order form was sent home with students this week
Students must place their orders with the Finance Office by Thursday 25th July 2024
Please note that only cash payments will be accepted.
Shoebox Items:
Eg;Softtoys,dolls,tennisballs,bouncyballs, smallfootball,smallsoccerball(withpump), smallmusicalinstrument,skippingrope
Eg;Sunglasses,hairaccessories,hat,scarf, mittens(nocamouflagecoloursorskullimages)
Eg;Puzzles,illustratedbooks,colouringbooks, playdough(storebought)
Eg;Lego,handpuppets,plastictoys,toyfigures, yo-yo,smallfrisbee,smallkite,marbles,playing cards(notoysaboutwarorfighting)
YEAR4
SCHOOLSUPPLIES
Eg; Colouredpencils,pens,markers,exercise books,erasers,highlighters, gluesticks, rulers, crayons(CrayolaBrandonly-(non-toxic)
Eg;Puzzles,illustratedbooks,colouringbooks, playdough(storeboughtonly)
Eg;Dress,t-shirt,top,pants,shorts(no camouflagecoloursorskullimagesplease)
*Please ensure items are NEW
DONATIONSDUE: onday5thAugust (Tohomeroomteachers)
19th - 23rd August
Frozen ice brick
Years: 3 - 7
CreateanartworkthathighlightstheParisOlympics!
sculpture painting digital artwork
Due:Week8ofTerm3-
6th September 2024
PrizeCategories:Prep-Year2 Years3-6
NameMUSTbeontheback! sketch oil pastel
Years7-9 Staff Years10-12
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feel free to visit the program with your children to meet the team and see what happens in our great program each school day.