Library News
Discover Something New with Scholastic Book Club!
Looking for ways to keep your teen reading and engaged? The latest Scholastic Book Club Issue 3 is packed with exciting options for every kind of reader!
Inside this issue:
- 🌟 Bestsellers (pages 2–7) – popular titles students are loving right now
- 🪄 Magical Reads (pages 16–17) – escape into fantasy worlds
- 🎨 Graphic Novels (pages 24–25) – perfect for visual readers
- 📖 Ages 10+ Picks (pages 26–30) – great variety for growing readers
- 🔥 Teen Reads (page 32) – stories designed especially for older students
Whether your child is a passionate reader or just finding their next great book, there’s something here to spark their interest.
👉 Browse the full catalogue here: Issue 3
Students can also pick up a catalogue from the school library.
Encouraging regular reading at home helps build confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning—we hope your family enjoys exploring this issue together!
Premiers' Reading Challenge
The Victorian Premiers’ Reading Challenge (PRC) is officially OPEN, and Kurunjang Secondary College is excited to be part of it! Students and families are encouraged to get involved and make reading a regular habit.
🌟 What is the PRC?
The PRC is a fun and rewarding way for students to discover new books, track their reading, and challenge themselves. The online platform includes:
- A huge library catalogue with book covers and blurbs
- Milestone badges to celebrate progress 🏅
- Options to favourite books, rate them ⭐, and write reviews
📅 Important Dates
The challenge runs until Friday 4th September, giving students plenty of time to reach their reading goals.
📖 How It Works
To complete the challenge, students need to:
- Read books
- Add them to the PRC website
- Rate each book out of 5 stars ⭐
Students are also encouraged to write short reviews to help others find great reads!
🎯 The Challenge
Students need to read 15 books:
- 10 Challenge books (available in the school library – check out the PRC display!)
- 5 Choice books (anything they like)
🏆 Awards & Prizes
Students who complete the challenge will receive:
- A certificate signed by current and past Premiers
- A PRC badge
They will also be invited to an end-of-year Pizza Party in the library 🍕 and receive raffle tickets for prizes such as book vouchers and chocolates.
FAQs
How many books do I need to log?
15 books total (10 challenge + 5 choice)
Where can I find challenge books?
Our library has a wide range available—visit the PRC display or speak with library staff for help.
COMPASS > School Favourites > Premiers’ Reading
Challenge.
Log in using your school email & password.
If you need help, please see Library Staff for assistance.
📚 Get Started Today!
Grab a book, start reading, and see how many you can complete before September. Your next favourite story is waiting!
Melton Libraries - Short Story Competition
Calling all aspiring writers and storytellers! Melton City Libraries Short Story Competition is back for 2026.
Now in its 21st year, the annual Short Story Competition is a great opportunity for creatives of all kinds to showcase their talents and have their work reviewed by popular authors. And it’s not just for writers! Your short story can be presented in any format including text, illustration, video, verse, voice, or a combination of any of the above.
Entries are open to anyone aged 5 years and over who lives, works, or studies in the City of Melton.
Written entries should be no more than 3000 words for adults or 1500 words for juniors and young adults. For other story formats, aim for something that takes no more than 5 minutes to experience.
Prizes will be awarded to the best entries in Junior, Teen and Adult categories, as chosen by our expert panel of judges.
Entries Open: Monday 4 May 2026
Entries Close: 11.59pm, Friday 10 July 2026
How to enter: All entries must be submitted online.
See Mr DeLeon in the library for more information or if you need help submitting your entry!
Chess Tournament - Friday 22nd May
Our annual KSC Chess Tournament will be held this term, and we’re excited to see so many students already signed up! It’s fantastic to see such enthusiasm for the event.
There are still a limited number of places available for students who would like to take part. If you’re interested, please see Mr DeLeon in the library to secure your spot. We look forward to another great tournament!
Don't forget - Chess Club is on in the library - Friday at lunchtime.
