Newsletter- Week 7 2024

I trust that you all enjoyed the long weekend and stayed cool amongst the very hot weather! I have no doubt many of you ventured down the coast for a swim.

This week students in Year 7 and Year 9 will be undertaking their NAPLAN assessments. The assessments are nothing to fear, rather an opportunity for students to challenge their understanding and their learning in the various forms of the assessment. We are challenged all throughout our lives. We are tested daily. Embracing the challenge and striving to be your best is what we encourage, and all that should be asked. In the coming months, the outcome of the assessments will be shared with you and your student. Reviewing this feedback is an important process of celebration and growth- again valuable ongoing life skills.

We are also preparing for an exciting time of year where we open our school to local Year 5 and 6 families to showcase the many opportunities, facilities and pathways available to Newcomb students. We will be holding two Open Days - on March 19^th and 20^th - where parents, carers and prospective Year 7 students will have the opportunity to tour the college and witness our wonderful school, in particular the fantastic school learning programs and environment that we offer students. The 90-minute tours commence at 1.45 p.m. on March 19th and 11.30 a.m. on March 20^th. To secure your tour spot, please book via the school website or contact the school on (03) 5248 1400. We also have fabulous learning experiences lined up for senior primary students at East Geelong Primary, Whittington Primary and Tate St Primary where these students will get to experience learning like a Newcomb student for part of their day. The finale for our transition program this term in our Open Night on March 25th. This is always a night that makes us so proud, not only of what we have and can offer our community, but to see our students shine and speak so fondly of what they love about Newcomb Secondary.

Have a great week!

Regards,

Scott McLeod

Principal

Newcomb Secondary College

81-85 Bellarine Highway | Newcomb 3219

T: (03) 5248 1400 | F: (03) 5248352

Creating Positive Futures