Issue 05, 2023
28th February, 2023
From the Principal Team
Can you believe that we have reached the mid-way mark of Term 1? Where did that time go?
COLLEGE FEEDBACK WEEK
This week is Week 5, and it signifies our College Feedback week. During the course of this week, teachers will be entering feedback on your students’ outcomes and growth against our college values of Learning, Respect and Working Together. The Feedback collated will then be shared with you on Compass in the form of our Positive Learning Qualities (PLQ). The PLQ feedback will be presented in an easy-to-read graphical representation and will be repeated on four occasions across Semester 1, allowing you to observe and identify any trends in your students’ outcomes. In addition to the PLQ feedback, remember to keep up-to-date and informed of your students’ achievements via their Learning Task results on Compass. Newcomb Secondary College staff also share observations and achievements against our Positive Futures Framework via our Positive Acknowledgements on Compass. These can occur at any time when observed, so it is important that you continue to stay connected to Compass. We encourage you to have frequent discussions with your student about their progress at school, and also encourage you to reach out to our awesome staff (wellbeing, learning mentors, teachers) should we be able to further inform and support you and your student.
COMMENDATION OF STUDENTS
Last week, I had the pleasure of sending home over sixty Principal Letters of Commendation to students who have commenced the year in a positive manner. Recognising and commending students for positive behaviours and achievement is something I believe is extremely important and I trust that the letters were well-received by student and parents/ guardians.
STUDENT REFLECTIONS
Week 5 of Term 1 is also a timely opportunity for all students to reflect on their standing as a Newcomb Secondary College student. A chance to reflect on how they co-exist in the school community at Lunch and Recess, how they present in the full School Uniform and how they approach their learning, support others, and represent the college in the broader community.
One area of focus that is an annual challenge for a selection of students as the weather cools is uniform. Newcomb Secondary Collage has a number of supports for students regarding uniform and adopts a thoroughly considered school uniform. The Uniform policy is continually reviewed by our students through the leaders and SLAM (Student Leadership Action Meeting) team members offering student voice to the uniform items. This is followed by a rigorous and considered process at School Council for which suggestions are tabled, cost is considered, and decisions made for all members of the College community. Newcomb Secondary College leadership, Student Support, Wellbeing, and staff will be focussing on uniform standards over the course of the next fortnight.
Below is a copy of the Newcomb Secondary College School Uniform items as can be purchased from our uniform supplier- PSW. Note that items such as hoodies, bomber jackets, black tracksuit pants and jeans are not permitted and students wearing them at school will respectfully be asked to remove them. We do hope for your support in valuing the presentation of Newcomb Secondary College students in-line with our policy- together we can make a difference!
RONE @ NEWCOMB SECONDARY COLLEGE
I would like to conclude on a high note and mention how excited and privileged Newcomb Secondary College is to have RONE collaborating with our students on what will be a magical artwork feature for our school. The feature concept is one of student voice and agency. Given the international status of RONE, it is no doubt going to be an iconic feature of our school and one that will attract much coverage and interest in the local and international community. This is a unique opportunity for Newcomb Secondary College, in-fact for any school in this country. We are so fortunate to be able to have RONE supporting our college in such a fantastic and long-lasting way!
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Mr Scott McLeod, Acting Principal
Mr James Murphy, Assistant Principal
Mr Jeremy Sinclair, Acting Assistant Principal
News from our Year 9/10 Potters
We have been creating some slab built platters in class and have learnt how to use a hake, a bamboo brush used to apply the coloured slip. We have drawn our inspiration from Japanese artists as well as our teacher Mrs Honeywell.
We really had to loosen up and remember to breathe before making our marks on the clay. It has been great to be learning new techniques and styles too.
Mrs Honeywell
Rone Is Coming
Newcomb Secondary College and the Arts department are excited to formally announce that World renowned artist, Rone (Tyrone Wright) will be at Newcomb Secondary College during March.
Rone will work with all of our students, over a period of 10 days, to create a mural at our school.
Rone has a background in street art, created many large-scale murals worldwide and has created installation artworks. You might have seen the ‘RONE in Geelong’ exhibition at The Geelong Gallery or his current show ‘Time’ at Flinders Street Station.
This exciting project will be facilitated by The Geelong Gallery and is funded by VicHealth’s Jumpstart initiative.
More details to follow - we can’t wait!
91 VIRTUAL X – Geelong Tech School and ACMI
On the 23rd and 24th of February, Year 91 students undertook a collaborative project between Newcomb Secondary College, the Geelong Tech School and ACMI (Australian Centre for the Moving Image).
The project is design based and draws upon students use of Occular Virtual Reality Goggles and Google's ‘Tilt Brush’ program to create 3D art.
This art piece required students to meet the Design Brief and utilise their digital literacy to produce an immersive experience. The standout piece from the four classes at the end of the Term will be selected for the ACMI virtual museum. A great two days of learning the technology of the future through our GROW program.
Mr George
Year 7 Immunisation Day
Please note that our Year 7 Immunisation Day is on the 14th March. If you haven’t returned the consent card for your student, please do so as soon as possible.
All Year 7 students are recommended to wear Sports uniform for the day.
Pre-immunisation checklist
Before your child is immunised, tell the doctor or nurse if any of the following apply.
- Is unwell on the day of Immunisation (body temperature over 38.5°C)
- Has any severe allergies
- Has had a severe reaction to any vaccine
Chocolates and Chess at Lunchtime
Student “rookies” were lapping up the sunshine with a game of giant chess outside the Library at lunchtime today.
Chess is a great way to relax, make friends and try your hand at this renowned game of wits and strategy.
The popular Chocolates and Chess activity is run every fortnight on a Wednesday in the Library throughout the year. The next session will be on Wednesday 8 March.
Mrs Adele McKiernan
School Process and School Wide Expectations
School Process and School Wide Expectations
This is just a friendly reminder to our parents and caregivers about our school process and school wide expectations. You will receive a notification on compass, email or SMS that your child will have a lunch time reflection if:
- If your child is late to school without a note
- If your child breaches the school's mobile phone policy
- If your child is relocated from class for disruptive behaviour
Reflection is an opportunity for your child to discuss the incident/s which prompted it with members of the Student Support team. The reflection upon the incident will include discussions of future supports and actions to assist students in maintaining our school values at all times.
Failure to attend a lunch time reflection session may result in an after-school detention on a Thursday 2:45 - 3:15pm.
Parents will be notified of this 24 hours prior via SMS or telephone call. If a student is absent or misses this after school detention, then they will complete an after-school detention from 3:15pm to 4:00pm on the next school day that they are present.
These notifications are to keep you informed about your child’s presentation and behaviour at school and designed to create clear lines of communication about school expectations between school and home.
SLAM
The SLAM team is formed by Year level representatives to be involved in school wide initiatives, decision making and leadership opportunities.
SLAM gives voice and agency to the Newcomb Secondary College student population. The Year level leaders meet three times per term to discuss student directed initiative and action at NSC. Watch this space as they SLAM their way towards action!
For more information please contact Mrs Stoneley and Mrs Wray.
Camps, Sports, Excursions Fund
School Events Calendar
GROUP | EVENT/LOCATION | DATE |
Senior Cricket | TBC | 2 MAR |
Arthur Reed Photos - Catch up day | 2 MAR | |
YR 93 Students | Virtual X - Tech School | 2/3 MAR |
All Year Levels | Athletics Carnival | 9 MAR |
YR 9 & 10 Tennis | TBC | 10 MAR |
YR 9 & 10 Softball | TBC | 10 MAR |
YR 9 & 10 Baseball | TBC | 10 MAR |
YR 9 & 10 Volleyball | TBC | 10 MAR |
Senior Tennis | TBC | 17 MAR |
Senior Softball | TBC | 17 MAR |
Senior Baseball | TBC | 17 MAR |
Senior Volleyball | TBC | 17 MAR |
School Photos 2023 - Newcomb Secondary College
Arthur Reed Photos Catch-up Day
Thursday 2nd March 2023.
There is no need to return any forms or money to school.
Unique image codes will be issued to all students on/after Photo Day so families can register online to view images when they become available in the webshop.
Registration is simple, just follow the three simple steps on your child’s personalised flyer once you receive it and remember to add the codes for all your children attending this school.
Even if you registered last year, it’s important that you do again this year using your child’s 2023 image code to link their images for the current year with your contact details.
When images are ready to view and in the webshop, all parents who have registered will be notified by SMS and email.
Once registered, please wait for notification that 2023 images are online to view before making your purchase.
Community Events
Newcomb Secondary College Conveyance Allowance Reminder 2023
Claim Period |
Claim Submission Closing Date |
|
Term 1 |
17 March 2023 |
Open |
Term 2 |
2 June 2023 |
Open |
Term 3 |
25 August 2023 |
Open |
Term 4 |
24 November 2023 |
Open |
*The closing date to have submitted any late conveyance applications including a copy of your PTV receipt is 3pm Friday 24th November 2023.
To be eligible to receive a Conveyance Allowance, applicants must reside more than 4.8kms by the shortest practicable route from their nearest school. Parents are responsible for the initial payment of the bus passes but will be re-imbursed in July and December of the current year.
To apply for re-imbursement families are required to complete two forms and return them to the school office. Forms are available from the College Office.
- 2023 Victorian Public Transport Student Concession Card and Student Pass Application Form. Available from the College Office, V/Line Stations or via the PTV website.
- Student Conveyance Allowance Application Form for new students to Newcomb Secondary College in 2023.
- Return a copy of your PTV receipt to the College Office to apply for re-imbursement.
Please note required forms need to be completed at the start of each school year for continued funding. Any queries please contact Leanne at the College office on 5248 1400.