Rotorua Lakes High School “Mauria te pono - Keep steadfastly to the truth”
NEWSLETTER ISSUE No. 16 - 1 JUNE 2018
CHALKBOARD
From the Principal – P. 1-2 News & Events – P. 2-3 Department News – P. 4-6 Sport – P. 8-10 Careers & Gateway – P. 10-11 Contact Us – P. 16 Community Notices – P. 12-18 Our Sponsors – P. 19
Dear Parents/Caregivers
FROM THE PRINCIPAL FROM THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES The following policies are currently up for review. If you would like to view any of these policies, we invite you to come into the school where they are available at the Principal’s PA’s office. Alternatively, if you would like a copy emailed please contact humphriesj@rotorualakes.school.nz
Performance Management and Appraisal Good Employer Attendance Student Use of School Buses Use of Personal Technology at RLHS
International Student Groups
Theft and Fraud Prevention Complaints Against Staff Bullying Student Vehicles/Motorbikes Custodial & Non-Custodial Parents/Caregivers/Adults Sensitive Expenditure
WHANAU SUPPORT GROUP and FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL (FOTS) We want to renew our Whanau Support Group and Friends of the School (FOTS) Group. Deputy Principal Pani McLean and HOD Maori Taumata Soloman will lead the Whanau Support Group and Deputy Principal Ross Dunn will lead the Friends of the School Group. Other teaching staff as well as B.O.T members will attend meetings so these groups can become consultative forums where the school can highlight current initiatives and present possible future initiatives for feedback and feed forward from Parents / Whanau. At this point we are thinking we could meet about twice per term.
The aim of these groups is not fund raising but to provide a forum where Whanau / Parents and the school can share ideas etc. about the educational needs of our Community and the students at RLHS. If you are interested in joining either of these groups, please contact Pani McLean, mcleanp@rotorualakes.school.nz or Ross Dunn, dunnr@rotorualakes.school.nz Thank you to those people who have previously responded. You will be contacted shortly regarding a meeting time.
___________________________________________________________________________ ASSESSMENTS The following assessments have been set down to take place within the next two weeks. There may be times where, due to unforeseen circumstances, changes will need to occur. This will be done in consultation with the class(es) concerned. Level Subject 2 Year 12 Combined Science
Standard 91189
Date Due 12 June
Yours sincerely,
Principal
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NEWS & EVENTS MODEL UNITED NATIONS ASSEMBLY Two teams participating in the Model United Nations Assembly in the Tauranga Council Chambers on Saturday 26th May. The resolution that was debated throughout the day was the question of Global Health and Wellbeing. Leroy Nurkka, Caitlin Dalziel and Emma Jenkin were delegates from the USA and Natasha Miller, Jet Taylor and Eraia Staunton were representing India. After observing for a while our teams grew in confidence and participated in voting and discussions well, USA even having their voting rights suspended for not agreeing to a lifting of embargo on Cuba! Throughout the day approx 60 students from schools all over the Bay of Plenty discussed international affairs and followed UN procedure to resolve 3 resolutions. A positive learning day for all!
More pictures on the next page
Caitlyn, Leroy & Emma
Jet, Natasha & Eraia
Some of the participants
_________________________________________________________________________ STUDENT FEE STATEMENTS Please note that the students’ fee statements have been handed out to students. Please check their bags for invoices. Just a reminder that student fees need to be paid for students to be eligible to attend the school ball. We would appreciate prompt payment. Thank you. _______________________________________________________________________________
GENERAL ACTIVITIY DONATION Each year the school seeks from parents a $70 donation per student, (this amount is included in the school fees account). This donation can be claimed as a charitable donation through Inland Revenue. At Rotorua Lakes High School we spend the donation on first aid supplies, school nurse, and to support co-curricular activities. It is unfortunate that we need to seek charitable support from parents / whanau for so-called ‘free education’ but government grants to schools do not cover a lot of extras.
Thank you very much to the parents and whanau who pay this voluntary donation. _________________________________________________________________________ FROM THE ATTENDANCE ADVISOR Please use this number for texting your child’s absence: 027 765 4957. Thank you.
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TERM 2 KEY DATES 2018 PUBLIC HOLIDAY Jnr Reports issued Snr NCEA Reports issued Report Evening Report Evening END OF TERM 2 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
4 JUNE 22 June 22 June 26 June (4 – 6 pm) 27 June (3.30 – 4 pm) 6 July 2018 9 July – 20 July 2018
DEPARTMENT NEWS _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________ MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE Each WEDNESDAY from 3.30 – 4.15 in A11
All Welcome - Please bring a snack and a smile _________________________________________________________________________
ART DEPARTMENT Some art work from the Year 10 Visual Art class for you to enjoy
Melissa Weinberg Harman Wilson
Josh Chadwick
Yezsa Pagtolon-An
Harman Wilson
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HOMESTAYS NEEDED At Rotorua English Language Academy we need suitable homestays with one or more children and/or teenagers and/or another international student for students from French Polynesia (Tahiti) for 3-4 week stays starting in late June/early July. Please email english@rela.co.nz for an information pack.
FROM THE HEALTH CENTRE For more information contact Nurse Rach 3459502 or nurse@rotorualakes.school.nz
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This programme is run by some Rotary Districts in Australia and all Districts in New Zealand. It is designed for 14 – 16 year old students to experience a true “exchange” with a family in the other country. In 2019 Australian students arrive in New Zealand and attend school with their matched student during Term 2. Both students then return to Australia at the end of June and attend the Australian student’s school during Term 3. In 2019 it is hoped, there will be 60 students from Australia and New Zealand involved in the programme. In the past ten years more than 1600 students have participated in this life-changing experience. One of the aims of Rotary International throughout the world is to bring about a better understanding between people. Student Exchanges are one of the best ways to help achieve this and also develop life-long friendships between individual students, families and the people they meet during the exchange. Students are matched, where possible, with students of similar interest in the other country. You are invited to visit their comprehensive website: www.ranzse.com for Expression of Interest Forms, Application Forms and dates
The Sunrise Rotary Club, Rotorua sponsors this exchange at $500.00 per student Phone Bob Gardner 07 350 3214, if you have any questions
WINTER MENUS
SPORTS EQUESTRIAN On May 19th and 20th, Rotorua Lakes High School sent one rider, Emma Jackson, to represent their equestrian team at the National Secondary School Horse Trials in Taupo. Emma (Year 13) completed all three phases across both days. Saturday was dressage and show jumping, and after cross country on Sunday Emma ended up in the top 35 of almost 70 riders from across the North Island.
CONGRATULATIONS and well done Emma!
Emma on the right _________________________________________________________________________________________
NETBALL Rotorua Netball have recently held their trials for Rotorua Rep teams and we are pleased to congratulate Puaawai Bennett and Morgan Mahaki for being selected in the U17 Squad. They have 4 one-day tournaments coming up along with Nationals from the 16 - 19th July in Palmerston North. We wish them all the best. _________________________________________________________________________________________
GIRLS HOCKEY The Girls 1st X1 Hockey girls team, played really well with 7 girls down. They lost 4-8 to Girls High. Players of the day were: Shelby Cuff, Rebekah Edhouse, Riley Lambert. The Girls 2nd X1 Hockey team unfortunately didn't fare that well, losing to JPC 16-0. But they are showing some good skills. Never give up guys. Player of the day was: Bianca Fafeita. _________________________________________________________________________________________
BOYS HOCKEY A cold night in Taupo for our game against Tauhara, who currently are sitting top of the grade. We knew they would be tough! The boys played hard and strong despite missing players to a school trip and injury. Unfortunately through a couple of "ïnteresting"calls, which the opposition scored two direct goals from, we were in a difficult situation. The boys fought hard defensively including Kody Mayes our goalie, putting his body on the line in many situations. They played hard on attack but just couldn't score! We kept our heads up throughout the game and look forward to a rematch! Player of the Day Reece Dawson.
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GIRLS RUGBY Our girls travelled to Paengaroa on Monday, they were very excited to be playing other Bay of Plenty teams. We arrived with ample time to prepare and warm-up for their first game against Otumoetai. Playing 12 aside, Otumoetai scored early getting 2 tries on us, both scored by their #12, our girls hit back with Hinerau Mark running in a try and then Tatyana Waitoa crashed over the line to even the score going into halftime. Halftime score 10-10. The girls were feeling pretty good and started the second half off with Anahera Harrod running through tacklers to score our 3rd try. Matariki Mikaere-Rikihana had a good run to score 4th try and then Otumoetai ran in their 3rd try. Awhina Yorke sealed the game when she crossed the line for our 5th try making the final score 25-15. Unfortunately Ruatoki were unable to field a team due to two tangihanga in the valley, therefore a default win to us and a scratch match was organised for our second game against Mt Maunganui (division one team) which saw a reversal of our game score against Otumoetai. Game score 15-25 to Mt Maunganui. Our try- scorers were Zoe Pitman, Anahera Harrod and Jade Waraki.
Our girls train on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3.20pm to 5.00pm and we are looking for Sponsors for our Girls Rugby Team
If you are Interested, Please contact Ele on 021 353 267. Thank you!
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH NEWS Check out previous newsletters for full information regarding:
Partnership to propel youth between the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award (the Award) and SCOUTS New Zealand. See Mrs. Carlan-Riddell if you have any questions about this in C3. To Gold candidates looking for a residential project - Cue Haven is a free and flexible opportunity to complete this. Cue Haven offer Residential Project programmes four times a year. Check out what the Duke of Ed kids got up to on the last project run in April.
Rotorua Hospice – offering candidates volunteer work experience. For more information, contact Sue Gunn, Volunteers Services Manager, Rotorua Community Hospice on emailFacebook: https://ww.facebook.com/Rotoruahospice or phone 3436608.
Last two Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Award dates of Adventurous Journey opportunities being run by Gerry Purcell, our outside provider in the upcoming weeks. As usual, any groups of students that attend will need to be supported by a parent helper/supervisor in order to proceed. See Mrs. Carlan-Riddell or email carlans@rotorualakes.school.nz for more information or permission forms. 1. Bronze AJ - Sat/Sun 16/17 June (overnight) - likely Lindemann Track/Wairoa Shelter. 2. Bronze AJ - Sat/Sun 23/24 June (overnight) - likely Dickey Flat to Dalys Clearing Hut, then out at Franklin Road via Kauri Loop Track. _________________________________________________________________________________________
KEY DATES FOR YOUR CAREER CALENDAR 7 JUNE 8 JUNE 27 JUNE 27 JUNE 9 – 12 JULY 12 JULY 1 AUGUST 1 AUGUST 31 AUGUST 31 AUGUST 9 – 12 OCT
University of Auckland Future Student Evening, Holiday Inn To Ohomai Open Day (Tauranga Campus) Otago Uni Liaison visit (1.30 – 2 pm) Massey University Year 12-13 Te Manu Taiko Kaupapa Maori Programme PIHMS Career Week Canterbury Uni Open Day Massey Uni Open Day (Manuwatu) University Halls of Residence Application open Victoria Uni Open Day Wintec Health Taster Day PIHMS Career Week
UNIVERSITY of AUCKLAND FUTURE STUDENT EVENING
Auckland University is hosting a Future Students Evening on Thursday 7th June at the Holiday Inn Rotorua. This is an opportunity for parents and students to hear about their undergraduate programmes, entry requirements, scholarships, campus life and much more. Please register your attendance online at least 24 hours before the event at: www.auckland.ac.nz/parents
UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YEAR 13 STUDENTS MoneyHub, a consumer finance website, has published a guide to hundreds of scholarships for any student planning to start university in 2019. The comprehensive list includes scholarships offered by every university as well as those specifically available to local students. A list of privately-funded, Maori, Pacific and International university scholarships completes the list. Applications close throughout the year, with tens of millions of dollars available. MoneyHub has also published a list of tips for scholarship success. For more details and to find suitable scholarships, visit the MoneyHub https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/scholarships-nz.html
_________________________________________________________________________________________ The following UNIVERSITY will be in to talk to interested students this term during lunchtime on the date listed below:
27 June
1.30 pm – 2.15 pm Otago Uni Liaison Visit
REGISTER HERE: https://goaldigger.us13.listmanage.com/track/click?u=8cc06f46a3c09ec0b4bc5a0e3&id=33f971c0e9&e=43668c660a
Contact the Careers Department for further info: Barbara Walker 3456124 x 235 walkerb2@rotorualakes.school.nz _______________________________________________________________________________________
MESSAGE FROM PIRIPOHO NURSE AT OWHATA MEDICAL CENTRE My name is Leesa King. I am the Piripoho Nurse that is based at Owhata Medical Centre. The word ‘ Piripoho’ reflects the love; the embracing; the nurturing and protection a mother gives her baby. This role was created by the Eastside Community Collective in conjunction with Lakes District Health Board and Owhata Medical Centre, to assist whanau with children 0-18 years of age, who reside or go to school in the Rotorua Eastside community. Please see below the brochure on our Piripoho Nursing Service, health & warmer homes & homes.
A number of Rotorua Lakes High students will be featuring in The Greatest Little Show on Wheels!
Purchase your tickets now!
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AUDITIONS! Students - an opportunity to audition for the next Rotorua Musical Theatre’s production
CONTACT US
Phone: Email: Website: Mail:
07-345 6124 office@rotorualakes.school.nz www.rotorualakes.school.nz Porikapa Rd, PO Box 7002 Te Ngae, Rotorua 3042
COMMUNITY INFO
TUTORING AVAILABLE Maths, Sciences, English, Economics Available most weekends and public holidays
PADDY BAYLIS was RLHS Dux in 2017 and endorsed Level 1, 2 & 3 with Excellence Price by negotiation Contact: paddy.baylis@gmail.com Years: 9, 10, 11, 12
Rotorua Lakes High School Europe Trip Katherine Beijeman beijemank@rotorualakes.school.nz 07 3456124
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
Thank you to all our Sponsors