From the Principal Team
Citius, Altius, Fortius
The famous Olympic Motto- Citius, Altius, Fortius (Swifter, Higher, Stronger) was definitely on show last Thursday as students participated in the NSC College Athletics! It was so pleasing to see students representing their house teams in full, both in attire and endeavour, at John Landy Field. Efforts on the track, and in the field were fantastic, and the day was one filled with enjoyment for all involved. A big thanks goes out to Mr Bell and staff who worked tirelessly on the day in support of students. Well done everyone!
School Photos- Catch-up Day (Thursday March 3)
This Thursday, we will welcome back Arthur Reed to capture photos of those students who were absent on the main Photo day. For the catch-up day, students will be called to have their photos throughout the morning and if your student is one of those, we ask that they attend school on Thursday in full school uniform (Full dress or Sport uniform). A reminder to parents and guardians that you can view and purchase your students photos via the instructions provided to your student on the flyer from the main photo day.
Phil Honeywell, Principal
Scott McLeod, Assistant Principal
James Murphy, Assistant Principal
2022 Open Night
Mr. Michael Monahan
Hi all,
I am very excited to join the teaching team here at Newcomb Secondary College. I qualified as a mechanic after school and then career changed into teaching 14 years ago. I am really enjoying using all of my skills here at NSC.
On a personal note I moved from Ireland 20 years ago and now live in Clifton Springs with my wife, 2 daughters and 2 dogs. I am passionate about automotive, camping and all forms of water sports. I am also a good Cats supporter.
I would like to thank the Staff, Students and families here at NSC for giving me such a warm welcome and supporting me in my new role here at Newcomb Secondary College.
I look forward to continuing working with all of you throughout this year
Mr. Michael Monahan
Annual Athletics Carnival
The annual Athletics swimming carnival was conducted at Landy Field on Thursday the 24th of February. Similar to our Swimming sports, we operated under new Covid-normal strategies to keep everyone safe, including the use of our Covid Marshalls. A big thank you to Kea and Chrystal helping to keep us all safe!
It was an overcast day at Landy Field. However, the dark weather did not damper our enthusiasm or our effort. There were some terrific efforts from competitors on the day. Our novelty events the 3-Legged race and the Egg and Spoon race were a popular competition. A special mention to Cooper Rowbottom who again was extremely helpful on the day, delivering food and drinks to all our staff. Also, another special mention to Shayla Maimur, who competed in all events in her age group trying her very best!
There were also many helpers that helped early to help set up the equipment in the morning. This allowed us to transition straight to activities once the students arrived. A big thank you to all the teachers and support staff that attended on the day. Everyone was very flexible on the day and this assisted in making a successful carnival.
It
was a fantastic day held by all. Stay tuned, results will be out soon!
Go Seahorses!
Mr Corey Bell
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College Council
College Council
Following the close of nominations on Tuesday 22nd February the following nominations were received for each membership category:
Parent Members (3 vacancies)
Angela Hancocks and Kerry O’Hara. I hereby declare Angela and Kerry duly elected for the next two years and Council will look to co-opt an additional parent for this category.
DET Members (2 vacancies)
Philip Walker and Tansy Young. I hereby declare Philip and Tansy duly elected for the next 2 years.
Student Members (1 vacancy)
Cooper Rowbottom. I hereby declare Cooper duly elected for the next two years.
Community Members
These are not elected positions
We have 2 positions available in this category and we have traditionally filled these by inviting our college student leaders to be council members.
School Council Information for students
School Council Information for parents of interested students
School Council Information for parents
Phil Honeywell
Principal
Covid Information
By David Howes, Deputy Secretary, Schools and Regional Services
Extension of COVIDSafe measures for Term 1
These measures will now be in place for the remainder of Term 1
The Victorian Government has today announced a 6-week extension of the COVIDSafe measures for schools.
These measures were introduced for 4 weeks at the beginning of Term 1 and will now be in place for the remainder of Term 1, subject to any changes in health advice.
In summary, there will continue to be a focus on the “3Vs” of ventilation, vaccination and vital COVIDSafe steps.
The use of rapid antigen tests (RATs) as a screening tool will also continue, supported by the distribution of an additional 24 million free RATs to schools and early childhood settings over the remainder of this term. This is in addition to the 15.6 million RATs rolled out during the first 4 weeks of Term 1, and means more than 39 million RATs in total will be delivered to schools and early childhood settings throughout Term 1.
RATs have proved an important COVIDSafe tool to help reduce the number of COVID-19 cases and ensure our schools are as safe as possible. Their use will remain voluntary for staff and students but are strongly encouraged.
Department of Health modelling indicates that in the first 2 weeks of school returning, the program has already prevented more than 21,000 cases in schools alone.
Their modelling indicates, assuming a 75 per cent compliance rate with screening of students, that by continuing RAT screening in schools for the full 10 weeks of Term 1, we will prevent:
- 61,000 COVID-19 infections in children aged 5 to 17
- more than 150,000 COVID-19 infections in the overall community (on average 15,000 per week over 10 weeks, or more than 2,100 per day)
- around 400 hospital admissions.
We will continue to monitor the RAT screening in schools program.
Vaccination for students
Vaccination remains the best way to protect students and staff in school settings, and your ongoing support in encouraging all students to get fully vaccinated is critical.
Victorians aged over 5 years are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine. In addition, the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) recommends a third dose for everyone aged 16 years and over. Students aged 16 to 17 years who had their second vaccination 3 or more months ago are now due for their third dose.
Vaccinations are available at state vaccination centres, participating GP clinics, pharmacies or community health services. In addition, schools provide a trusted place among the community to access vaccination, particularly for families who may experience language or social barriers.
Following successful implementation of school pop-up clinics at the commencement of Term 1, more than 230 schools across Victoria are currently hosting mini-vaccination clinics led by GPs and pharmacists. Many of these clinics will also make vaccinations available the broader school community, inclusive of families of students and school staff.
Information to help you talk to your community about vaccination is available at COVID-19 Vaccine Resources.
Ventilation
Improving ventilation is one of the most effective measures to keep education settings safe. Up to an additional 60,000 air purifiers will be distributed to schools ahead of winter to supplement natural and mechanical ventilation during the cooler months.
This allocation will provide enough purifiers to cover all classrooms in government schools based on current enrolments.
Yours sincerely
David Howes
Deputy Secretary
Schools and Regional Services
Bus Conveyance Allowance
Conveyance Allowance Program
Applications for Term 1 close 18th March 2022
The conveyance allowance is a form of financial assistance to help families in rural and regional Victoria with the cost of transporting their children to their nearest appropriate school/campus.
To be eligible to claim the Conveyance Allowance, students must:
- Attend their nearest government or non-government school/campus appropriate to their year level at which admission is permissible
- Be enrolled at a school/campus outside Melbourne’s metropolitan conveyance boundary
- Reside 4.8km or more by the shortest practicable route from that school/campus attended
- Be of school age (5 to 18 years old at time of application) and reside in Victoria.
Application Process
Step 1 Complete PTV School Student ID and Student Pass Application Form
(including student photographs)
Step 2 Bring completed PTV form to the General Office so that it can be stamped
and signed
Step 3 Take PTV form to nearest manned train station to have card made. Whilst at
the station, purchase either a half-yearly or yearly Myki pass and obtain a
receipt
Step 4 Complete Form 3: Conveyance Allowance application - Public transport travel
and return to the General Office with Myki receipt
Step 5 Reimbursement will be made to families in June and December
Conveyance allowance form 3 public transport travel 1
2022 PTV School Student ID and Student Pass application form Interactive
Catch-Up School Photos 3.3.22
School Photos 2022
To view the images of your child and order photos, you will need to first register online.
- Go to https://order.arphotos.com.au and enter the 2022 image code for your child (from their personalized flyer)
- Tap on ‘Add another child’ to enter the image codes of any siblings
- Fill in your email and mobile details and then review all details before confirming your registration
That’s it! When 2022 photos are ready, you will be notified by email and SMS.
Even if you registered last year, it’s important that you do it again each year using your child’s new image code to link their photos for the current year with your contact details.
To ensure you are ordering school photos for the current year, please wait for notifications that 2022 images are online before placing orders.
In the web shop you can view photos and customize your photo package; Choose ANY layout, ANY image and purchase multiple digital image downloads.
All photo orders will be sent directly to the address you provide when ordering.
REGISTER ONLINE NOW to be notified when 2022 school photos can be viewed and ordered.
Sports Update
Hi Team!
For Term 1 we have the following sport available for signup, which will be available on our student google sheet.
Senior Cricket (2/3/2022) (Wednesday) |
Senior Tennis (2/3/2022) (Wednesday) |
Senior Baseball (2/3/2022) (Wednesday) |
Senior Softball (2/3/2022) (Wednesday) |
Senior Volleyball (2/3/2022) (Wednesday) |
Intermediate Tennis (18/3/2022) (Friday) |
Intermediate Softball (18/3/2022) (Friday) |
Intermediate Baseball (18/3/2022) (Friday) |
Intermediate Volleyball (18/3/2022) (Friday) |
Senior Sport Team entries will need to be entered ASAP, so if you are interested, please complete the signup as soon as possible!
Go Seahorses!
Mr. Corey Bell