JUNIOR SCHOOL NEWS
Lauren Edmunds
Junior Sub School Manager
Amazingly half the term has now passed and the Junior Sub School has experienced an exciting and productive start to the 2021 school year. Currently, Year 7 students are completing their Bunsen burner licences in science and within electives they have been busy baking cookies and the Year 8 students have been designing and constructing skateboards.
Year 7 Camp
Year 7 camp to Anglesea is less than two weeks away and is always a fantastic experience for all. Permission forms were made available on the parent compass portal several weeks ago and need to be completed with payments if students are to attend. Please contact the school as soon as possible if you are having any troubles with camp preparation.
Uniform
Overall, uniforms in the Junior Sub School have been looking fantastic this year. Just a reminder that sports uniforms are only to be worn on days when students have PE class and that socks and shoes need to be completely plain and free from logos. If you have any concerns regarding the uniform policy, please refer to your child's school planner or contact the school.
Lateness - Absences
It is imperative that if a student is late, they sign in at the beginning of the day at the Junior Sub School Office. Students that arrive late without a note are receiving detentions for that day. Please ensure that you have contacted the school or sent a letter with the student to ensure that the late arrival or absence is approved. Well done to those families who have been in contact with the school to approve these absences.
Compass Parent/Carer Access
All parents or carers should now have login details for Compass. Access to such a resource is important in ensuring that you are up to date with how your child is progressing, what work they have to complete, booking of parent teacher conferences and it also gives you the ability to communicate more effectively with your child’s teachers. If you are having difficulty logging in to Compass please contact the school for assistance.
Introducing Year 7 level Captains
Meyah Fursland
You might know me as a Year 7 captain but, from what I have experienced, North Geelong is a wonderful school. Some challenges I’ve faced have included not being able to open my locker, getting the wrong books/supplies, going to the wrong class, and a few more dilemmas but, there has always been someone to help me out. What I’m really looking forward to in Year 7 is school camp even though I’m not going with one of my closest friends I can surely make new ones. Plus, I’m really excited about food technology next semester and other subjects I really enjoy.
Cara Greville
Starting High School was a big challenge after finishing Primary School but, within a few weeks, it became easy. Adapting to High School life was a struggle but, I've been able to overcome the challenges with the help of my friends and the school. I've made new friends and have had great experiences already. I look forward to the camps and events in the coming years.