Newsletter- Term 2 Week 8 2024

Whole School Assembly (May 29)

Last Wednesday we conducted a Whole School Assembly, and as you know, I like to take the opportunity to share with you the messages shared with our students and the celebrations that were highlighted together as a college community. As a school, it is our way of recognising and valuing the predictable and consistent approaches we have in educating our students, and the holistic partnership we share in doing so with you, and all involved with every Newcomb Secondary College student. Speaking the same language and sharing in one voice is easily the most effective way in supporting students.

The Assembly focussed on recognising-

1. the respect shown by all students at the ANZAC Day assembly,
2. the efforts of our 9/10 Outdoor Education students at the recent 3-day camp,
3. our very talented Band students for recent performances in the Auditorium,
4. students who competed in recent Interschool Sport events- the feedback from the conveners has been extremely complimentary of Newcomb Secondary College students at these events,
5. the wonderful morning tea put on by our Senior students for the Geelong Community Foundation scholarship interviews- it is great to see that every student interviewed was successful in gaining a scholarship,
6. our Year 8 students who attended the Geelong Tech school for their STEM learning activity- the reports about your engagement in the program and STEM talent has been wonderful,
7. our families who hosted students from Indonesia this term,
8. all students who have taken part in the Geelong Future Leaders of Industry program, Making Waves, The Royal Family workshop, our Yarning circle sessions, Peer support, Be-Bold-Be-Heard, SLAM, Art club, Dance club, NEST, Crochet club, Book club, Touch Football lunchtime House competitions, Deakin University excursions, and
9. all students who have made a considered effort to present at Newcomb Secondary College every day in correct school uniform.

There is so much going on in the college and so much that we should all be very proud of.

As the Assembly continued, we-

• presented our 2024 Peer Support students and handed out their badges. Our 2024 Peer Support students are- Emily Carter, Jake Fairfield, Ebony Martin, Zane Bumpstead, Everett Kennedy, Will Howell, Mike Riordan, Katelin Cobb, Ash Stenton-Dozey, Lexi Chinn and Talisha Brooker

• heard a wonderful recount of the Year 7 Camp at Anglesea from Holly Riordan and Seth Russell- both spoke exceptionally well!

We concluded our Assembly with Mr Grabowski (Assistant Principal) congratulating students on their presentation and outlining the supports we have in place to assist students who encounter challenges with college uniform. This term we have introduced a Uniform Bank to the supports provided to students- so far it has been well-received and very successful.

The final communication that was shared with students at the Assembly was about our Semester two strengthening of the Mobile Phone Policy. Before the end of this term, we will share specific details with students and our community regarding a confiscation policy and process for students who have their mobile phones visible, or in use, during the school day. Remember, this policy is a ministerial order in all schools and although our previous application of the policy was sufficient (off-and-away), unfortunately as a school we need to resort to a strengthening of the policy (confiscation) to ensure that all students are compliant.

Morrisby Interviews

Last week we our Pathways team supported students in undertaking their Morrisby Interviews. These interviews are an important part of the schools Careers Education program and assist students in determining their strength areas and thus future employment opportunities. From my observations, and the feedback from our guests who interviewed with the students, all students presented very well. Congratulations!

Newcomb Central- Woolworths closure from July 7

As mentioned in previous newsletter editions, and visible over recent months, Newcomb Central has been undertaking renovations. As part of the plans, the Woolworths complex will close from July 7 for a full-store renovation and re-open in March 2025. We ask our community to be aware and stay clear of the work areas during the construction phase as we are aware that many students frequent the complex before and after the school day and many are dropped-off and/or picked up by parents/ carers in the carpark.!

Have a great week!

Regards,

Scott McLeod

Principal

Newcomb Secondary College

81-85 Bellarine Highway | Newcomb 3219

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