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Book Week is Happening Next Week!

GNLC celebrates reading every week, but in Week 5, we get very excited about reading when we join together and celebrate Book Week. 

This year, the theme is Book an Adventure. 

The library has a number of activities planned, including visiting authors, writing workshops and lunchtime activities in the library. The main thing you need to prepare for is the Book Parade. All students (and staff) from Prep to Year 12 will dress up as a book character or theme.

 

Key Activities

Prep- Year 3 - Visiting author Claire Saxby

Year 4 - Online writing workshop with Jacqueline Harvey at the NGV

Year 5 - Book Trailer competition

Year 6 - Visiting author Jack Heath

Lunchtime activities include drawing Manga, Harry Potter Origami and the Poetry Typewriter and the Secondary Years Library Great Literary Quiz

 

Key Dates

Book Week 18-22 August

Book Parade (dress up day) - Friday 22 August

Catherine Ryan

Library Manager


Father's Day Celebration

Calling all Prep–Year 4 Dads!

Join us for a special Father’s Day celebration with a light breakfast snack and photo opportunities. Afterwards, head to your child’s classroom to share in their morning devotion.

 

📅 8AM – 9.15AM, Friday 5 September 2025

📍 Bethany Auditorium, GNLC Tarneit Campus

🎟️ Tickets: $5

📌 RSVP by Tuesday 27 August

 

To Book: Father's Day Celebration - Tarneit Tickets


NAPLAN: A One-Day Snapshot – Supporting the Whole Child

As parents, we all understand the importance of education and continuous improvement for our children. NAPLAN (National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy) is a standardised test designed to assess students' academic performance in key areas. However, it’s essential to view NAPLAN through a broader lens—recognising its limitations while appreciating the holistic growth of our children beyond a single test day.

  1.  Embracing Individuality 

    Every child is a unique individual with diverse strengths and interests. While NAPLAN provides valuable insights into academic abilities, it’s important not to define a child’s entire potential based solely on this one-day assessment. As parents, we should support their personal growth and encourage well-rounded development that reflects their passions and aspirations.

  2. Understanding the Purpose of NAPLAN 

    NAPLAN is a tool designed to assess the effectiveness of our education system and identify areas for improvement. It offers educators, policymakers, and parent’s data to make informed decisions that support student learning. However, it represents just one piece of the broader educational picture.

  3. Fostering a Growth Mindset 

    Rather than fixating on test scores, we can nurture a growth mindset in our children. Emphasising the value of effort, perseverance, and continuous learning helps them approach challenges with resilience. NAPLAN results can be used constructively to set realistic and meaningful goals for future improvement.

  4. Celebrating Holistic Growth 

    Academic achievement is only one part of a child’s development. As parents, we can also celebrate progress in areas such as emotional intelligence, social skills, creativity, and empathy. Recognising and nurturing these qualities contributes to a child’s overall sense of self and wellbeing.

While NAPLAN is a useful measure of academic progress, it should not overshadow the full picture of a child’s development. As parents, let us honour their individuality, foster a growth mindset, and support their wellbeing throughout their educational journey. By appreciating their holistic growth, we can help guide them to reach their full potential—confident, adaptable, and ready for the future, knowing that God equips them for every step. Each child is fearfully and wonderfully made, with unique gifts and purposes in God’s plan.

 

Ingrid Lee

Head of Learning