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Southside Life
The Term 3 Newsletter, Southside Life is out. View it here.
2012 Term Dates
Parents and Caregivers can take note of the following term dates for 2012:
| Term | Dates | Notes | Duration |
Term 1 |
Tuesday 24 January – Friday 30 March |
Thursday 19 January - Monday 23 January - Staff professional development. Tuesday 24 January - Orientation Day. New Year 1-11 students and all Year 12 students to attend. Additional staff professional development. Wednesday 25 January - All students (Prep-Year12) attend and start with Assembly. Thursday 26 January – Australia Day. Friday 27 January –School as usual. |
10 Weeks |
Term 2 |
Tuesday 16 April - Friday 22 June |
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10 Weeks |
Term 3 |
Monday 16 July - Friday 21 September |
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10 Weeks |
Term 4 |
Monday 8 October - Friday 7 December |
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9 Weeks |
The Pre-Prep Centre will be closed for the Christmas Holiday from Friday, 16 December 2011 and will commence on Tuesday, 17 January 2012.
View the term dates for 2013
Letter from the Board
The Board has written a letter to the College community for 2011. Read it here
Success for Indigenous Leadership Pilot Program
Twins, Anshanti and Anansa, have joined our boarding program for young Tiwi girls wanting to pursue their education and develop their leadership skills at Southside Christian College. Read more
Indigenous Leadership Pilot Program
This year we have welcomed three young girls from the Tiwi Islands to be part of our Indigenous Leadership Pilot Program. Student from remote Indigenous communities often have limited educational options and we are very excited to offer these young students the opportunity to come and continue their education in Brisbane while they board in our Family Group Home. Read more
Students say: 'I love Southside because..."
...of the friendly atmosphere. The teachers are the best ever and they want you to do the best you can. Everybody looks out for each other and is always caring. Jordan Year 8
...it is a nice, happy school and you always feel welcome at Southside; whether you are new to the school or you just came to school in the morning. If you catch the bus the bus driver greets you as you get on the bus. This school is an easy school to like; I have learnt to love this school. Rachel Year 8
...of the good teachers and the Christian background. Robert Year 7
...of the teachers and the classes and because of the great experiences that you get. Ashlea Year 7
...the teachers can be really funny and we have good times. The Principal is a really nice person and it is a great school. Bella Year 7
...all the teachers are very nice and some teachers are funny. The classes are fun and you learn new things like in Home Economics. I did not know how to cook until now. You will make good friends with others. Ben Year 7
...it is a nice school. Most of the kids and teachers are nice. Southside teaches me a lot and gives me a good education. Brooke Year 7
...of the good teachers, great learning facilities and friendly students. It also has a Christian environment and awesome inter-school sport. Jake Year 7
Parent Testimonial
...My children have had the privilege to share their
school
journey with teachers of the utmost
integrity
and
ability
who demonstrate true love
and understanding of children...
Mr Andrew and Mrs Rachel Kemp
Discover a Pre-Prep to Year 12 college
where your child will be inspired,
equipped and motivated
by caring, dedicated
staff and teachers.