30 August by RLHS

Rotorua Lakes High School “Mauria te pono - Keep steadfastly to the truth”

NEWSLETTER ISSUE No. 24 – 30 AUGUST 2019

CHALKBOARD

From the Principal – P. 1- 3 News – P. 4 - 9 Sports – P. 9 Careers / Gateway P. 7 Notice Board – P. 7 - 8 Contact Us – P. 8 Our Sponsors – P. 9

Dear Parents / Caregivers & Whanau It has been a week of highs and not so highs at RLHS. As many of you will be aware we have been in the throws of competing prelim exams. Now comes the important part of reviewing how students performed and supporting them in their learning to ensure strong results at the end of the year. On Friday we had ‘Decades Day’ at the school with interesting sartorial outcomes! Can I apologise up-front for any staff pictures which may scare you that come out of Facebook! It’s great to see an event where everyone can have a bit of fun. Thanks to our Year 13 for organizing this. We met with the Year 12 students this week to discuss prefect applications for 2020 so they all now be aware of the process we are following. Many of our students competed in the Tough Guy and Gal challenge with the weather playing a part in setting challenging conditions. The students I have spoken with enjoyed the event but found it exhausting. I wish to take this opportunity to welcome Isidora Gonzalez-Diaz onto the Board as the student representative for the 2019 / 2020 period. Having met her, I am sure that she will be a positive addition and able to represent student views in a clear and confident manner. On a more somber note, many of you will have seen the Facebook post I have put out regarding an incident that happening on Wednesday. As I said in my post the incident was no different to what happens in all schools across New Zealand at some point in time. Having said that I was dismayed by the actions of bystanders as they supported the fight, with some starting to record it on their cell phones. I am keen to use this as an opportunity to learn from and that is why I am making a point of raising it with our community. I would encourage all parents to discuss with their children how they can either be a positive or negative influence on events dependent on the actions that they take. I was pleased to see that some of our students were intervening and trying to stop the fight escalating and would hope that this would be the attitude of all our students. This incident does not reflect the values and approaches of the majority of our students. As a school we will be meeting with groups of students over the next week to ensure that they have an opportunity to reflect on the values and approaches that we expect on a daily basis. 1

Thank you to those parents who have written messages of support on our Facebook page, emailed and telephoned. It has been appreciated. Whilst these events are never pleasant they are fortunately very rare and give us a strong opportunity to build on our values and expectations as a school.

Nga mihi

Jon Ward Principal / Tumuaki

__________________________________________________________________________ BOP BADMINTON FINALS On 23 August 2019 our Badminton Team:

Keeli Murphy, Bailey Murphy, Tracey Kwok and Nae Iida did us proud at the BOP Badminton Finals held in Tauranga. For the first time RLHS came second place in Division One. Our stand out player was Nae Iida who won all of her games. It was fantastic to see our students’ hard work and team spirit pay off. RLHS Badminton Team from the left: Keeli Murphy, Bailey Murphy, Tracey Kwok, Nae Iida

Outstanding results. Well done girls!

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TOUGH GUY & GAL CHALLENGE On Friday 23rd August seventy five Year 12 and 13 students from the Sports Science, AOE and fitness classes participated in the Secondary School Tough Guy and Gal Challenge. They had been training over several weeks for this and the challenge on the day was to get around the 6km course of mud, water, obstacles and GIGANTIC hills in the fastest time possible. Although cold and a bit wet the students took it on with everything they had. Goals were achieved, challenges were overcome and many looked like they had lots of0020fun. Congratulations to Tegan Fookes for being the podium winner for the senior girls’ category. That is 3 wins in 3 years! Also our 3 fastest boys, Connor Thompson, Apache Davidson and Gabriel Santos, earned a 3rd placing as the Toughest School.

A great day for everyone – thank you to all our students who participated and we look forward to seeing some great results for NCEA!

___________________________________________________________________________ BOT STUDENT REP

Huge Congratulations to Isidora Gonzalez-Diaz

who has been voted in to be our next Student Representative to the BOT. It was a close fought battle and we also send our congratulations and thanks to the runners up, Corey Davidson and Eraia Staunton.

___________________________________________________________________________ ROTORUA REP WATERPOLO The pictured Lakes High Year 9 students are all part of Rotorua Rep Waterpolo teams that competed at the National Under 14 tournament in Rotorua last weekend. Teams come from all over the North Island to compete at this tournament. The boy's team having only just pulled together a full, injury-free team at the last minute were placed a creditable 4th, while the girls took out the Silver medal. Madyson-Manaia Martin and Samuel Trass were both named in the Tournament team.

Great achievements very well done!

Students pictured L-R Back row: Madyson-Manaia Martin, Oscar Lason Front Row: Charlotte Wyndham, Kaia Hayes, Samuel Trass

NEWS ___________________________________________________________________________ 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

Standard

Date

1 Music 91090 Due Week 7 2 Music 91270 Due Week 7 3 Music 91416 Due Week 7 1 11MAT 91036 Due Week 7 (see timetable below) 2 Physics 91169 18 October 2019 _________________________________________________________________________________

11MAT TIMETABLE / 91036 WEEK 7 In Week 7 Term 3 the 3 11MAT Maths classes are sitting AS 91036 over 3 periods. All students need to be at school for all 3 periods according to the timetable below. If your child is going to be away for any of these periods, please ring Mr Shaun English (ext 261) as soon as possible. Period Monday 1 Mrs J Richardson Day 1 2

Tuesday

Wednesday Mr B Kairaoi Day 2

Mrs J Richardson Day 2

Thursday Mr R Nair Day 3 Mr B Kairaoi Day 3

Mrs J Richardson Day 3

Mr R Nair Day 1 5 Mr B Kairaoi Mr R Nair Day 1 Day 2 __________________________________________________________________________________

EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY Digital Technology Common Assessment Task (DCAT), external assessment is Monday, 24 September 2019. __________________________________________________________________________________

VISUAL ARTS PORTFOLIO DUE DATES All Visual art students are busy working on portfolios at present. These projects are external assessments worth 12 credits (year 11 and 12) and 14 credits (year 13). As they are external assessments, failure to submit finished folios on time will result in a Not Achieved grade. Due dates are as follows: Year 11 (Paint and Print / Sculpture/Mixed Media and Photography) Due Date: September 26th (last Thursday term 3) Year 12 (Photography/ Painting/Sculpture) Due Date: September 27th (last Friday term 3 Formative assessment) Year 13: (Design /Sculpture/Painting) Due Date: 1st November 4

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ALL STUDENTS WHO ARE DRIVING Could all students who are driving please come and get your drivers licence photocopied either by Ms McLeod (student reception) or Mrs Allen (front reception). You will get credits!!

Learners = 2 credits Restricted = 4 credits Full = 2 credits Every little bit helps __________________________________________________________________________________________

ENROLMENT FOR 2020 We are currently taking enrolments for 2020. Enrolments forms are available from our school office. We recommend you complete the enrolment documentation and return it to us as soon as possible, or alternatively, you can hand it in to your school office for us to collect. _________________________________________________________________________________

PASSING EXAMS SEMINAR International author, speaker and trainer, Patrick Sherratt will be visiting Rotorua again to present his interactive and entertaining exam-preparation seminar to our senior students. In this two-hour public presentation, Patrick will offer a five-step approach to prepare for exams while building in solutions to many of the common challenges students face in the lead up to exams. If your son or daughter is having problems getting motivated to study, procrastinates, gets distracted easily, has a poor memory or suffers from exam nerves, this will be a "must-attend" seminar.

mcleodd@rotorualakes.school.nz www.passingexams.co.nz

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Held in the school library at 11.30 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1.30 on Wednesday 16th of October, this seminar will cost $20 per person. If you would like your child to attend, registrations and payments can be made at the student reception information about this Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work, please visit:

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MEASLES UPDATE FROM THE MOE With the measles outbreak continuing across NZ and Winter Tournament Week kicking off with 79 events, we have sought advice from the Ministry of Health and have sent the advisory below to all schools. We include it here for you in order support any concerns that may arise at your event next week. We ask schools to ensure students, staff and all other adults travelling to WTW events be made aware of the symptoms of measles and the appropriate action to take should a student exhibit the symptoms. Information can be found on the Ministry of Health website at https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-andtreatments/diseases-and-illnesses/measles. Parents should ensure their students are protected and the Ministry of Health have modified their advice to general practitioners asking them to prioritise the standard immunisation schedule at 15 months and 4 years, and if possible, anyone who has had no previous MMR immunisation. More advice is available at https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/diseases-andillnesses/measles/measles-advice-2019. 5

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FROM THE HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTRE HAYFEVER OR ALLERGIC RHINITIS as otherwise known. This condition can occur at any age and usually occurs after years of repeated inhalation of allergic substances. Symptoms of hay fever mimic those of chronic colds. SIGNS & SYMPTOMS – Nasal congestion. Runny nose with clear mucous. Sneezing. Nose, eye itching. Excess tear production in the eyes. Sometimes a cough and loss of taste sense can occur occasionally. Nose bleeding may occur if the symptom is severe. Eye itching, redness and excess tears in the eyes frequently accompany the nasal symptoms. The eye symptoms are referred to as Allergic Conjunctivitis (inflamed whites of the eyes). The best way to treat an allergy condition is to identify the allergic trigger and avoid it (if possible). Effective treatment is available in many forms, including medications. Antihistamines are the drugs most commonly used to treat hay fever/allergic rhinitis. If occurs whilst at school, please see the Nurse, Rachelle Smith smithr@rotorualakes.school.nz

KEY DATES TERM 3 2019 Senior Prelim Exams Secondary Schools Winter Tournament Tracking Reports Issued NZSS Swimming Champs Reports issued, Jnr & Snr Parent Interview Evening Sports Awards Evening LAST DAY TERM 3

End Wed 28 August Mon 2 to Sat 8 September Friday 6 September Thurs 12 to Sun 15 September Friday 20 September Tuesday 24 September begins 3.30 pm Thurs 26 September 6 pm onwards Fri 27 September

___________________________________________________________________________ MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE Each TUESDAY from 3.30 – 4.15 in A11 - All Welcome - Please bring a snack and a smile

SPORTS ___________________________________________________________________________________________

BOYS HOCKEY What an end to the season! We started in the B Grade and progressed to the A grade halfway through the season. Last night we played for 5th and 6th aginst TNT. It took 7 mins for the boys to settle and score the first goal but after that it was great play and team work. Final score 8-0 Players of the day Teina Meenehan And Tama

Te Whau. The Boys are off to play in the Woolaston Cup Secondary School Tournament next week in Rotorua - All the best Boys!

CAREERS & GATEWAY ___________________________________________________________________________ The following UNIVERSITIES will be in to talk to interested students this term during lunchtime on these dates:

KEY DATES FOR YOUR CAREER CALENDAR SUN 1 SEP SUN 15 SEP TUES 17 SEP FRI 23 AUG THURS 29 AUG THURS 26 SEPT TUES 1 OCT

AUT Scholarships close Halls of Residence CCRF due date Victoria Uni Course Planning 1.30 pm in L1 Victoria Uni Open Day Victoria Uni School Leavers Scholarships close Massey Uni Course Planning 1.30 pm in L1 Victoria Uni Online Enrolment Opens

Contact the Careers Department for further info: Barbara Walker 3456124 x 235 walkerb2@rotorualakes.school.nz

NOTICE BOARD

Phone: 07-345 6124 Email: office@rotorualakes.school.nz Web: www.rotorualakes.school.nz

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