Parent Announcements - 6 November 2026
Updated: 12 hours ago
MADDD NIGHT 2026
We are pleased to provide you with information about our upcoming MADDD Night (Music, Art, Drama, Dance, Design), being held on Thursday 19 November (5.00 pm - 8.00 pm).
For those of you who have not attended MADDD Night before, this is your notice to be ready for an amazing evening of creativity! Our theme for this year is 'Created to Create' and we are full steam ahead in planning a wonderful program, featuring students from all year levels. All On Campus and Distance Education families are invited to attend.
A wide array of food trucks will be open from 5.00 pm (you can see the list of vendors here), with doors to performances and exhibitions opening at 5.30 pm. The evening will finish at approximately 8.00 pm. A detailed program will be provided closer to the event so you can plan your evening.
A few important notices:
Students will not be able to stay on campus between the end of the school day and the start of MADDD Night (unless they are performing or involved in setup). Students will need to travel home as usual after school, and return at 5.00 pm.
Primary-aged (and younger) children must be supervised at all times. Please accompany your child to the bathroom and be vigilant at all times as to their whereabouts. A Lost & Found tent will be onsite, and safety wristbands will be issued at the Entry for younger children.
To ease traffic and parking congestion, a Shuttle Bus service will be operating on the night (click here for more information)
Look out for more information leading up to MADDD Night. You can also check the event page, which will be updated as more details are locked in.
We look forward to welcoming you to this exciting and creatively charged event!
SCHOOL LOCKER SUPERSTORE: NOVEMBER TRADING HOURS & PROMOTIONS
As families begin preparing for the 2027 school year, the School Locker Blacktown Superstore has shared some helpful information for our College community.
Throughout November, the store will offer extended trading hours, including Thursday evening trading, to give families greater flexibility when shopping in person. School Locker has also advised that exclusive in-store promotions will be available for our College community.
Please click the links below to view the extended November trading hours and explore the special offers available.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD 2026
This term, Australian Christian College is partnering with Samaritan’s Purse through Operation Christmas Child, a project sharing God’s love with children in need around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes.
Our College community will be involved through class and Homeroom shoebox donations, Christmas Shirt Day and lunchtime fundraising activities.
Key dates:
Friday 13 November (Week 5): Christmas Shirt Day and Lunchtime Fundraiser. Students may wear a Christmas shirt or sweater with their regular sports uniform and bring a monetary donation. Primary students will participate in a fruit ice block fundraiser, while Secondary students can purchase food and drinks at a lunchtime BBQ.
Friday 20 November (Week 6): Deadline for all Christmas shoebox donations. Each Primary class and Secondary Homeroom is working towards packing 3–5 shoeboxes, with students also welcome to pack an additional shoebox of their own.
Families are also invited to contribute to the wider initiative through our GoFundMe page, with all proceeds going towards the delivery of the shoeboxes.
For further information about shoebox donations, allocated age groups, fundraising arrangements and participation requirements, please refer to the full parent letter sent on Wednesday 21 October.
Thank you for partnering with us to bless children in need this Christmas.
UPCOMING PARENT SEMINAR: GROWING UP ONLINE
Thank you to those who have already booked a seat at our upcoming Parent Seminar (titled 'Growing Up Online'), which is open to all parents and carers of Kindergarten to Year 12 students. This event is an informative parent seminar presented by Susan McLean, Australia’s foremost expert in cybersafety and young people. There are still some seats available if you would like to join us!
The session will explore the realities of the online world, helping parents understand both the benefits of technology and the risks young people may encounter. Topics include online grooming, cyberbullying, explicit images, problematic gaming and exposure to harmful content. Susan will also share practical tips to help parents keep their children safe online, with time for questions at the conclusion.
With extensive experience advising schools, government and sporting organisations, Susan brings valuable expertise to this important topic.
Date: Tuesday 10 November, 2026
Time: 6.30 pm - 8.00 pm
We invite you to arrive from 6.00 pm for light refreshments where you can connect with other parents and some of our staff. The seminar will start promptly at 6.30 pm.
Please note: This is a parent-only event due to the nature of the content.
Seats are limited, so CLICK HERE to book your ticket.
To view the full event flyer, please CLICK HERE.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday 10 November: Parent Seminar with Susan McClean
Friday 13 November: K-12 Christmas Shirt Day
Thursday 19 November: MADDD Night
Monday 23 November: Years 7-12 Christmas Assembly
Friday 27 November: Year 6 Celebration Assembly
Monday 30 November: Primary Nativity Performance
Monday 7 December: Primary Presentation Assembly
Tuesday 8 December: Secondary Presentation Assembly
Wednesday 9 December: Last Day of Term 4