Principal News

Dear Brookside Community,

A big thank you to all of our amazing students, staff and families for your continued support as we enter another period of remote online learning. We understand these unprecedented times have presented challenges, obstacles and the need for adjusting, however the staff at the College have been working really hard and reviewing resources/processes to provide the most efficient form of teaching throughout this experience. Our priority is and always will be the students’ learning and wellbeing.

Our teaching and learning follows the DET online learning guidelines as a Victorian Government School. However, online learning at Brookside will continue to evolve as we reflect on the feedback we receive and determine the ways in which we can improve moving forward.

A Huge Well Done!

We would like to take this opportunity to recognise and celebrate how well our school community have embraced the two new changes in this period of remote learning. There has been an extremely positive response to students participating in their daily HG/class Zooms, as well as the focus group Zooms in the primary years. Students have thoroughly enjoyed this time connecting with their teacher and peers, and have appreciated having this opportunity scheduled into their daily learning routine.

Privacy

Please remember that any material produced by the school MUST NOT be shared, reproduced or published in any way, without the written consent of one the Principal Class members. Staff have put a great deal of effort into developing the learning tasks and videos needed to educate the children, and we request that their privacy is honoured and respected in the same way that the privacy of yourselves and your children is protected.

Prep Enrolments for 2021

A reminder that we are currently continuing to accept Prep 2021 enrolments. Please note that enrolment is not automatic for families who already have a child/children currently attending the college – families will still need to apply to enrol their prep child at the school if they wish for them to attend. Parents/Guardians who are interested in enrolling their child at Brookside next year are encouraged to contact the College on 7379 1555 for details on the enrolment process.

Due to the current Covid-19 situation Brookside College is unable to offer school tours. However, please do not hesitate to contact us via email or phone if you have any questions at any time.

Year 6-7 Transition 2021

If you intend for your child to attend a different school in Year 7 2021, please ensure that you notify the college as soon as possible so that we may best assist your child in their transition.

Brookside College Network News

Our next instalment of the Brookside College Network News is ready for publication. Staff have enjoyed sharing their inspiring messages with our students and families, encouraging everyone to keep up the amazing work and to keep working together during this second round of remote learning.

Food Packages

Emergency Food Relief have 10 food packages available for our school families who may be experiencing difficulties during these unsettled times. Families who wish to receive a food package should contact Catrice, the Community Activation & Learning Officer from Melton City Council on 9747 7272 between 9-10am Friday morning, from the 31st July to make arrangements. Pick up will be on the same day between 12pm-2pm from Stevenson House (10 Stevenson Crescent, Caroline Springs), however families will be given an appointment time to ensure social distancing.

We wish you all a wonderful weekend!

The Principal Class Team

Brookside College