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VICTORIAN PREMIERS’ READING CHALLENGE
We have until Friday 4th September 2026 to record all of the books we have read on the VPRC website
So far we have read 2667 books. NEW CHALLENGE: Can we reach 3000 books next week?
If you have any queries or would like your child to join the challenge, please contact the Library team via SEQTA.
A fresh chapter for our College uniform has begun from Term 2 2026, with the introduction of a new “Wardrobe Suite” approach across Prep to Year 12.
This update provides greater flexibility for students and families, allowing approved uniform items to be worn in combinations that suit the weather, while maintaining a neat and consistent presentation.
Alongside this, families have received an updated Uniform Policy and a visual Uniform Wardrobe Guide to support clear expectations
Additional updates include the introduction of a new outerwear jacket, available from Term 2.
Transition timelines have been outlined for updates to shoes and boys’ shorts, giving families time to plan ahead, alongside a uniform recycling initiative.
Further details, including key expectations and visual examples, can be found by clicking below:
SCHOOL LUNCHES
As part of our commitment to supporting safe and consistent routines across the Secondary School, we would like to clarify expectations regarding student lunches.
Lunch meals must be ready to eat and should not require boiling water or microwaving This privilege is reserved for our VCE students as they grow in independence. Due to burns risk and student safety, staff are not permitted to prepare or heat student lunches.
We ask that each lunchbox includes a healthy fruit or vegetable option for Brain Food, a recess snack, and a substantial lunch that will sustain students through the day
Many families choose to preheat meals in the morning and store them in a thermos, allowing students to enjoy a warm meal at lunchtime without the need for reheating.
Thank you for your support in helping us maintain a safe and well-organised environment for
In response to feedback received from our College community, the black collars on the Sports rugby jumpers have been improved to reduce fading.
These jumpers will be available from Academy Uniforms.
UNIFORM FOCUS
A reminder for families that black leggings and tights are not worn with the College dress.
Girls needing additional warmth are encouraged to wear the College skirt with tights or the College pinstripe pants.
Students may wear a watch and one small pair of gold or silver round studs or sleepers in each ear.
Other piercings are not worn at school.
The following items are NOT part of the permitted jewellery items at school:
Smart watches with built-in cellular connectivity
Multiple earrings in one ear
Necklaces
Bracelets
Anklets
Rings
Hoop earrings
Drop earrings
Coloured or shaped studs, or studs containing a stone.
Monday 18th May:
Mary Poppins Jr Rehearsals
Tuesday 19th May:
CAT Competition
Year 7/8 Outdoor Education Elective - Norris Bank Walk
Wednesday 20th May:
Outdoor Ed Unit 1 & 2 - Field Trip 2 (Wed 20th - Fri 22nd)
Whittlesea Tech School
Cross Country Squad
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Year 7/8 CSEN Fortnightly Sport
Friday 21st May:
Cross Country Squad
Senior Worship Band Rehearsals
Monday 25th May:
Secondary Chapel Service
Mary Poppins Jr Rehearsals
Cross Country Squad
Tuesday 26th May:
2027 VCE Information Evening
Wednesday 27th May:
BDSSA Cross Country Competition
VCE Legal Studies Excursion - Magistrates Court
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Year 9/10 CSEN Fortnightly Sport
Thursday 28th May:
Year 10 Standardised Testing: (Absentee Placement)
Year 9 VET Expo
Friday 29th May:
Cross Country Squad
Senior Worship Band Rehearsals
CSEN Theatre Sports
Competition - Select Students
Monday 1st June:
Mary Poppins Jr Rehearsals
Cross Country Squad
Tuesday 2nd June:
2027 Year 10 Information Evening
Wednesday 3rd June:
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Year 7/8 CSEN Fortnightly Sport
Cross Country Squad
Thursday 4th June:
Whittlesea Tech School
SSV Cross Country Division
Friday 5th June:
Cross Country Squad
Year 9 Perseverance Challenge
Senior Worship Band Rehearsals
Monday 8th June:
Kings Birthday (Student Free Day)
Tuesday 9th June:
Student Free Day
Student Leaders Retreat Day
Wednesday 10th June:
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Daniel Principe - Parent Evening
First Responders Day
Years 10-11 Revision Week
CSEN Year 9/10 Fortnightly Sport
Daniel Principe Parent Session
Thursday 11th June:
CSEN Cross Country Championships
Daniel Principe Student
Workshops (Years 7, 8, 11 & 12)
Friday 12th June:
Senior Worship Band Rehearsals
Monday 15th June:
Years 9 -11 Exams
Mary Poppins Jr Rehearsals
Debating
Tuesday 16th June:
General Achievement Test (GAT)
Wednesday 17th June:
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Year 7/8 CSEN Fortnightly Sport
Thursday 18th June:
Year 7 Lego Workshop Day
Friday 19th June:
Senior Worship Band Rehearsals
Monday 22nd June:
Whole School Chapel Service
Mary Poppins Jr Rehearsals
Wednesday 24th June:
Secondary Jazz Band Weekly Rehearsal
Thursday 25th June:
Last Day of Term 2
Beanie Day
Year 10 Showcase
Friday 26th June:
Student Free Day
EXCLUSIVE PARENTS & CARERS NIGHT
WEDNESDAY 10 JUNE TH
Live Q/A
Learn how to support your child as they navigate relationships, identity, online culture and the pressures shaping young people today.
Faith, Respect and Relationships in Today’s Culture
A 2025 NSW Australian of the Year nominee, Daniel is a dedicated youth advocate and educator focused on healthy masculinity, consent, and respectful relationships. Through his various board and ambassador roles, he empowers young Australians to challenge cultural norms and flourish with courage and empathy
DANIEL PRINCIPE Special Guest
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Within our school community there are students who shine brightly, displaying exemplary dedication and academic talent. They deserve to be recognised and this year we are giving them the opportunity to showcase and celebrate their talents in the world-renowned ICAS competition
What is ICAS?
ICAS is an online academic competition that gives students the opportunity to challenge theirhigher orderthinking and problem-solving skills in English, Mathematics, Science, Writing, SpellingBee,and Digital Technologies.
ICAS results are in-depth and meaningful, and ICAS evaluates student performance against other competition entrants across the state and nation. The data reveals student strengths and weaknesses and can help you recognise and support your child's academic journey.
Learn more about ICAS here:(icasassessments.com/products-icas/).
ICAS results and certificate
Every student who participates is celebrated and recognised with a printed certificate in each subject area, and an online results report to track development each year Top performers are eligible for one of the highly coveted ICAS medals.
Your child’s ICAS certificates will show their results and the login details, “TAP ID and Pin”. - Use these to enter the Results Portal (https://orti.icasassessments.com/ortiStudent).
How to participate in ICAS
If you wish for your child to participate in ICAS this year, please go to the Parent Portal to register for your chosen subjects.
You can do this in one of two ways:
1. Direct login link – faster!
Use this link to log directly into the shop and start registering: https://shop icasassessments com/pages/parent-payment/XPQ902
2. Log in using the PPS code
Visit our shop and use our PPS code to log in:
Shop link: PPS code:
https://shop.icasassessments.com/pages/pps XPQ902
Registration for all subject areas closes on Monday 27th July at 11:59pm. This year, our students can elect to sit the following assessments:
Please note, we cannot facilitate refunds or make alterations as all money is paid directly to ICAS Assessments.
Read the terms and conditions here: ( conditions/#icas-parents).
https://www.icasassessments.com/icasa-terms-and-
Privacy collection statement
The following information is a privacy notification about how your child’s data is kept private and secure
ICAS Assessment is owned by Janison Solutions Pty Ltd (We, Us, Our)
To deliver assessment products, Janison will require your child’s School to obtain your consent to provide Janison with certain personal information of students Janison will collect, store, use, disclose and otherwise deal with such personal information in accordance with its privacy policy (below). We are aware of our responsibility to protect personal information related to children and students from being disclosed when we deliver an ICAS Assessments product. Unless you, as the child’s legal guardian consents, we will not:
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• collect any personal information or data of children other than the information we need for the successful completion of an assessment, test, or exam transfer any personal information we obtain from a child in the delivery of assessments and tests to any jurisdiction outside of Australia share any personal information relating to children with any third parties (except for those third parties necessary for us to carry out our Services or provide our Products e.g., medal engraving). use any personal information or data relating to children for marketing purposes.
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You can view our full privacy policy at https://www.janison.com/privacy-policy/. We may retain personal information and data relevant to a child for their future purposes or for research purposes by Janison for the duration of the school life cycle of the child. However, if you or your child at any time wish to have their personal information or data removed from our systems, they or you may opt out by simply contacting our Privacy Officer at privacy@janison com or by contacting icasassessments@janison com
We are proud to be offering ICAS to our students this yearand encourage you to consider entering your child Please do not hesitate to contact the school office if you have any questions
Kind regards,
Anthea Field Talent Development Coordinator