Secondary News
TERM 1, WEEK 5, 28th FEBRUARY 2025
CHANGES TO THE TRAFFIC FLOW
Please be advised that cars wishing to park in the upper car park will need to drive slowly through the centre of the pickup zone and into the parking areas.
This ensures all cars are driving in the one direction and helps with a smoother process for the sign duty staff member.
STUDENTS CANNOT BE DROPPED OFF AT SCHOOL BEFORE 8:15am
As we start the new year, it is important to remember that students cannot be dropped off at school prior to 8:15am.
Teachers start supervision duties at 8:15am, therefore it is unsafe for any student to be onsite without a parent actively supervising them before this time.
2027 YEAR 7 APPLICATIONS
Applications are now open for 2027 Year 7. Families that are seeking to enrol a sibling of a student currently enrolled at Northside are encouraged to submit their enrolment application for 2027 Year 7 by 30th June 2025.
Apply online at https://enrol.ncc.vic.edu.au/enrolmentapplication/start
Please contact Joanna from the Enrolments Team if you have any questions: enrol@ncc.vic.edu.au
VOLUNTEER INDUCTION AND PARENT HELPER TRAINING
Northside Christian College is most grateful for the support of our parents and volunteers.
If you would like to build up your Parent Participation hours in 2025 by helping in the classroom, on excursions, around the school grounds, in the Mini Movers Program, or any capacity, this training must be completed first.
Please refer to the link below to complete the Volunteer Registration (new volunteers) and Volunteer Induction: https://linksafe.com.au/ncc-volunteer/
Existing families are reminded that the Volunteer Induction should be renewed annually. If you have NOT renewed your Volunteer Induction in 2025, please renew this via the link above, as soon as possible.
Thank you in advance for your willingness to volunteer at Northside.
VICTORIAN PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE
The Victorian Premiers' Reading Challenge is back on again! This year the Challenge is running from Monday 3rd March 2025 until Friday 5th September 2025.
Students who would like to participate need to return their permission forms by Wednesday 5th March.
Students from Prep - Year 2 are challenged to read 30 books. Students from Years 3 - 10 are challenged to read 15 books.
Instructions on how to log in and record books read will be given once permission forms are received.
CHAMPIONING YOUNG PEOPLE IN A DIGITAL WORLD: PARENT EVENING
Tuesday 4th March 2025, 6:15pm – 8:30pm
Join us for a special parents’ evening, dedicated to supporting our young people in today’s digital world.
At Northside Christian College, we understand that our youth face challenges from hyper‑sexualised content to online influences that can affect their wellbeing. Yet, we believe they have the capacity to live courageously, with empathy, respect, and kindness.
We are proud to partner with Daniel Principe, a youth advocate and educator recently nominated for the 2025 Australian of the Year. Drawing on the latest research, his work provides practical tools and insights for families navigating the digital age.
Daniel will address topics including consent, relationships, stereotypes, and the influence of porn culture, offering strategies to manage the social and cultural forces shaping wellbeing.
We'd love you to be part of this insightful and empowering evening.
Tickets are FREE but essential, book now to secure your place.
About Daniel: https://www.danielprincipe.com.au/#video
LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND
Monday 10th March 2025
The College will be closed on Monday 10th March for Labour Day. We hope our families enjoy a well-deserved long weekend.
The Wellbeing Barometer survey is an invaluable tool for schools, providing critical insights into the mental health and wellbeing of young people. This annual survey identifies areas of concern, highlights resilience and adaptability in students, and emphasises the importance of preventative strategies to promote positive outcomes.
Participation in this survey is strongly encouraged, as it offers a comprehensive view of students' experiences, challenges, and achievements. By capturing a detailed understanding of young people's experiences, the survey supports a tailored approach to enhancing their mental, emotional, and social wellbeing. It helps to identify strengths and areas for improvement, as well as pinpoint opportunities for early intervention.
The survey is part of an ongoing longitudinal study, and we encourage you to take a few moments to complete the survey for each of your children. Responses remain anonymous and should be based on your observations over the last 12 months By working together, we can reduce the long-term impact of mental illness and make a meaningful difference to the lives of our young people for a brighter future.
We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this Special Report, and as always, we welcome your feedback.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help
Click HERE to access the Wellbeing Barometer 2025 survey.
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