5 March 2021

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

NEWSLETTER ISSUE No. 06 – 5 MARCH 2021

CHALKBOARD From the Principal – P. 1 - 2 Student Successes - 2 Term Info – P. 2 - 3 News from Teachers – P. 2 - 4 Sport – P. 4 Careers / Gateway – P. 5 Notice Board – P. 5 - 6 Contacts – P. 6

Kia ora Koutou, Another disappointing start to the week with the postponement of our New Parents BBQ Evening. By the time we actually have this meeting many of you may be veterans!

Our swimming sports has now been re-scheduled for Monday 15 March 2021. (further details on page 3). Also, our Investiture Assembly is now on Tuesday 16 March 2021 at 12 noon in the Gym. An email has been sent to all parents with students involved.

Unfortunately, we have experienced some software issues with our Tracking Reports that were due out today, Friday 5th March. We are working with our software provider and hope to get these out early next week. Apologies for the delay.

I attended this year’s Yr 13 Camp last week and was very impressed with the positivity shown by our students and their team collaboration. It was a pleasure to watch them participate in swimming, surfing and our many workshops. I have to say I enjoyed the camp very much; it was hugely rewarding! (further details on page 2).

We now look forward to our Year 10 camp in two weeks’ time from Wednesday 17 to Friday 19 March.

I wish you a pleasant, relaxing weekend.

Ngā mihi,

Jon Ward Principal / Tumuaki wardj@rotorualakes.school.nz 1

STUDENT SUCCESSES ________________________________________________________________ OUTSTANDING YEAR 13 CAMP This year’s Year 13 Camp was happily exhausting, and hugely rewarding. From 6.30 in the morning until after the sun set, students were active with everyone enthusiastic to give everything they had. Bonds were established and students gained a greater understanding of their peers and expressed what the true Lakes High culture meant to them. It is our hope that this feeling of support and team work will prove invaluable as seniors of the school.

For once the weather was totally on our side; amazing warmth for the entire camp. Over the four days students took part in various team-building activities, surfed, social and teambuilding challenges and relaxation techniques, swam and performed with a wealth of talent at night time. Thank you to the staff who came along; Paula Short, Simone Hamilton, Shaun English, Senila Savage and Jon Ward. Erin Eggleston came along as out parent help. His surf lifesaving experience and surfing skills were invaluable. It was fantastic to be able to share some of his professional knowledge in our staff skit and he was an integral part of the team. Thank you. We also had guest appearances for workshops; looking at relaxation techniques and yoga with Marion Forbes, which was just the tonic we all needed!

Also, an afternoon at the Westend and hot chip dinner with Glenda Curtis. We are very lucky to have such a fantastic team and an amazing skillset of talents to share with our students. The staff particularly enjoyed watching the annual Beach Team Building activity and were delighted with the sportsmanship and spirit shown throughout the entire week. Exploring the new school Tohu was uplifting and special in such a magical place.

The year 13’s have built a foundation on which they can grow as a group. Now it is up to them! We are thankful to all the teaching staff who took time out to have this experience and in particular to Ms Haana Howard for her hard work in effortlessly putting this all together. Well done to all!

This year we would also like to acknowledge and thank Paula Short who is retiring as Camp Mother / Captain of Food. Paula has been at camp with us for the past 12 years. You will be missed Paula and thank you for your wonderful sense of fun, your caring nature, hard work and dedication. From all of

us at the Year 13 Camp.

NEWS FROM OUR TEACHERS ___________________________________________________________________________ LAKES HOUSE DAY We are delighted to announce that next Thursday 11 March will be the inaugural RLHS Lakes House day. All Yr 9 and Yr 13 House Captains will be in involved. This is a great chance to bond and learn history of their lake. Hopefully not just informative but also a fun day out and a great experience for our students.

Students have received a letter and the permission slip must be back no later than Monday 8th March, all details are on this letter. There is no cost for students. Thank you.

___________________________________________________________________________ SWIMMING SPORTS On Monday 15 March our annual Rotorua Lakes High School Swimming Sports will be held at the Rotorua Aquatic Centre. Bring on our first major event of the year!

A letter with a permission slip was sent home at the beginning of the year. All permission slips should have been returned by Monday 8 March. Please note that no classes will run on this day as all staff will be at the pool.

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A few pointers for the day All students to arrive at school between 8.30 am to 8.45 am and go to their house assembly points, which will be in the notices.

Buses will transport students to and from the Aquatic Centre.

Students will need to bring togs, towel, lunch, drink, sunscreen and sun hat plus something warm to wear if the temperature drops.

ALL students to come in house colours. There will be prizes for best costumes!

There will also be a sausage sizzle available.

This is a fantastic fun day with Championship and non-Championship events and House points being awarded accordingly. Parents and caregivers are most welcome to join us on the day. We guarantee a great day out!

___________________________________________________________________________ MATHS ASSESSMENT Level 1: Subject: 11MSC – Maths Standard: 91035 Date: Friday Week 5 and Wednesday or Thursday Week 6 The three 11MSC classes are sitting this 2 part Statistics Standard in Weeks 5 and 6 according to the following timetable.

Students will need to bring a calculator for the assessment.

If your child is unable to attend when they are timetabled to sit this assessment, please let their Maths teacher or Mr Shaun English (HOD Maths) know as soon as possible.

Class & Teacher Period 1 2 3 4

WEDNESDAY Week 6

THURSDAY Week 6

Ms Sturme

Mrs Richardson #2

Mrs Richardson #6

___________________________________________________________________________ MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE Each WEDNESDAY from 3.30 – 4.15 in A11 All Welcome - Please bring a snack and a smile ___________________________________________________________________________ ASSESSMENTS The following assessments have been set down. 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 1 1 2 1 2 3 2 3 1

Subject Science MSC HOF Economics Economics Economics Physics Chemistry LST

Standard 90935 91035 167 90983 91225 91401 91172 91388 27835

Date Week 8 Week 8 Mon 8 March Mon 8 March (practice for external) Tues 9 March Mon 8 March Thurs 11 March Wed 10 & Thurs 11 March Thurs 11 March

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ROAD SAFETY YOUTH EXPO 2021 Rotorua Lakes Council is holding a Road Safety Youth Expo on Tuesday 9 March 2021, 11:30am to 2:30pm, at the Rotorua Energy Events Centre. All of the Year 11 Students will be attending this course and transport will be provided to and from the venue. We expect our students to be in correct uniform for this day and they will need to bring a drink and something to eat. An information letter has gone out with all Year 11 students at their Year 11 assembly this week Tuesday 23. Any queries just give us a call.

___________________________________________________________________________ STUDENTS FALLING ILL DURING THE DAY Just a few pointers if your child falls ill at school: If this occurs during class time, the student should approach the teacher to get a pass to go to the nurse.

The hours of the nurse are Monday to Friday 9.45 am to 2.30 pm. The nurse is unavailable between 12.00 pm and 12.30 pm.

If students have a medical problem outside of the nurse’s times, they are to go to student reception.

The nurse will contact parent/caregivers if the student needs to go home.

The student will then be sent to the Duty Dean’s office next to the Canteen to sign out and wait to be picked up by the parent/caregiver. At times, the nurse may request parent/caregivers to pick the student up directly from the Health and Wellness Centre.

Students should not be contacting parents/caregivers directly to pick them up if they are unwell.

Thank you for your cooperation, if you have any queries, please give us a call.

TERM INFO ___________________________________________________________________________ 2021 Please note the following term dates for 2021: BRIEF LOOK – TERM 1 2021 9 March 11 March 15 March 16 March 17-19 March 22-26 March 30 March 1 April 2 - 5 April 6 April 9 April FRIDAY 16 APRIL

Yr 11 Road Safety Youth Expo at the Events Centre Lakes House Day Swimming Sports Day Investiture Assembly Year 10 Camp Summer Tournament Week BOP Swimming Championships School Athlectics Day (please note the change of date) EASTER HOLIDAYS SCHOOL HOLIDAY Tracking Sheets Jnr / Snr Issued END OF TERM 1

FROM OURSPORT DEPARTMENTS ___________________________________________________________________________ BOYS HOCKEY TRIALS Will be held 22nd and 29th March. Time TBC . All intending players must turn up with stick, shin pads and mouth guard. More details to follow.

Any issues please contact Ms Sturme.

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CAREERS / GATEWAY

NZDF DEFENCE CAREERS In April the NZ Army in Burnham will be hosting a Defence Careers Experience for 50 16-21 year old females, to give them a chance to see what a career in the Army could look like across a number of different trades and roles.

Participants will spend three days in Burnham Military Camp, Christchurch and get some exposure to some of the Army's trades and other benefits available within uniformed service. Travel, accommodation and meals will all be covered by the NZDF. Candidates will only need to take their clothing and living essentials for the three days. The DCE will take place during the school holidays 28 - 30 April. With applications closing on the 19th March.

For further details please click: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9uE8ddLXRtMuXbJPxFruEo9v1MBvgUxU1_mM7A_v0tVjFw/viewform

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TRADES SECRETS, ROTORUA (Lynette, BCITO) 12th May at the Pullman Hotel.

For parents and students, with employers and apprentices hosting.

Join us for an evening to discover the TradeSecrets about a career in building and construction.

Students can register via https://bcito.org.nz/tradesecrets/

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KEY DATES FOR YOUR CAREER The following UNIVERSITIES will come in and talk to interested students on these dates: Otago Uni Liaison Visit - Wednesday 17 March in L1 Wintec Liaison Visit - Friday 19 March in L1 Victoria Wellington Uni Liaison Visit - Monday 29 March in L1 Massey Uni Liaison Visit – Monday 10 May – 1.30 pm in L1 Careers Expo – Monday 10 & Tuesday 11 May – Rotorua Events Centre Contact the Careers Department for further info: Barbara Walker 3456124 x 235 walkerb2@rotorualakes.school.nz

FROM NOTICE OUR DEPARTMENTS BOARD ___________________________________________________________________________ 2021 RAPHS MEDICAL & NURSING UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS Each year, two RAPHS Undergraduate Scholarships are offered to Rotorua residents in their first year of medical or nursing training, with the intent of supporting the training and retention of local medical practitioners: One $2000 scholarship is available to a student who has been accepted into the first year of a nursing degree; and

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One $2000 scholarship is available to a student who has successfully completed his/her first year of study at The University of Auckland or University of Otago and has been accepted into the first professional year of the medical degree programme Applications must be submitted by the 25 of March 2021 to raphscommunications@raphs.org.nz.

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

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