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Rotorua Lakes High School + “Mauria te pono – Keep steadfastly to the truth” NEWSLETTER ISSUE No. 4 – 24 February 2017

CHALKBOARD From the Principal P. 1 Important Information P. 2 - 5 News from Departments P. 5 Sports P. 6 – 7 Careers P. 7 - 9 Contact us P. 10 Community Notices P. 10 - 13

Dear Parents/Caregivers Kia ora tatou

Sponsors P. 14 - 15

FROM THE PRINCIPAL __________________________________________________________________________________

SCHOOL PHOTOS School photos were taken on Wednesday 22 February and a printed envelope for ordering individual / class photos was given to each student. Orders to the school by Friday 10 March. __________________________________________________________________________________

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 1

Subject Standard Date Maths – Investigate a given AS91035 3 March or 6 March multivariate data set using the depending on statistical enquiry cycle. students class __________________________________________________________________________________

TERM 1 KEY DATES

Yours sincerely,

Principal

Wed 1 Mar Thurs 2 Mar Tues 7 – Fri 10 Mar Fri 10 Mar Mon 27 – Fri 31 Mar Tues 11 – 14 Apr Wed 19 Apr – Fri 5 May FRI 14 APR TO MON 1 MAY

New Parents Evening (4 – 6 pm) Swimming Sports Day Year 13 Camp Mid Island Athletics Summer Tournament Year 10 Camp Spain Trip EASTER BREAK

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PARENTS / CAREGIVERS / STUDENTS

NEW PARENTS INFORMATION EVENING We invite parents to an informal meeting on Wednesday 1st March 2017 from 4 – 6 pm Please see below timetabled sessions; Parents are invited to attend any or all sessions.

Session & Time Intro to our school

4.00 – 4.30pm NCEA

4.30 – 4.45pm

Welcome and introduction to the House system -

4.45 - 5.15pm Year 9 Core Class introductions

5.15-5.45pm

Whanau Hui

5.45pm

What A session aimed at parents of Year 9 and 10.

Covering Transition, Timetable, Options, Peer Support, Sports Co-ordinator overview, Pastoral Support.

A session to help any parents who wish to understand NCEA better – particularly useful for those with children who are in Years 1113.

A general overview of NCEA, looking at what students and families need to be aware of in order for students to achieve at the levels needed for career and tertiary education choices. This is intended for parents with students currently in NCEA classes or will be next year.

This is open to any of our parents. An opportunity for parents to meet the House Group Tutor of their child and the Head of House.

Staff Mr T Renshaw, Mrs P Short, Ms L MacFarlane Ms K Beijeman Ms J Sturme (DP)

VENUE Auditorium

Dean Year 9 Heads of Houses, House Group Tutors

Auditorium

For year 9 Parents: A brief introduction to the core teachers (Maths, English, Science, Social Studies and PE) of your child’s core class.

Please find out prior to the evening which core class your child is in (9M1, 9M2, 9M3, 9M4, 9S2, 9S3 and 9 Rumaki) Whanau Hui for all interested. An opportunity to meet our Head of Maori – Mr Tau Soloman

Core Teachers

Auditorium

Mrs P McLean, Mr T Soloman and other staff

Wharenui

Special Needs Room

The following Areas will be available for parents to pop in between 4.00 - 4.40pm Area Languages, Drama, Music Technology/Art Teachers

Who Mrs Richardson, Mrs Harris, Mr Pasco Mrs Webster (HOD Technology), Mrs L Tolentino, Mr M Frost, Mrs M Malcolm, Mrs H Howard, Mrs S Hamilton, Mrs H Gainsford, Mr D Whitby, Mr R Morgan, Mr J Flitton, Ms S CarlanRiddell,

Venue Music Room Technology Department Classrooms

Throughout the afternoon, school prefects will be in the auditorium available to take parents around to the correct areas. There will also be tea and coffee available.

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MÄ€ORI EDUCATION TRUST SCHOLARSHIPS 2017

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DISCOVERY FOR TEENS Scholarship applications are open for the April Discovery for Teens Programme The Discovery Foundation exists to give young people the skills, tools and strategies that enable them to get the best out of life and to deal effectively with life’s challenges. The Discovery Programme is designed to promote self-esteem and to encourage children and teenagers to reach their full potential.

Discovery for Teens is a 7-day residential programme for 14 -17 year olds run during term break in Auckland Sunday 23 April to Saturday 29 April 2017.

One third of the course is academics (study skills, speed-reading) with two thirds of the course focusing on life skills. The programme is also designed to give teens increased confidence and a toolbox of strategies to help them overcome challenges and navigate the difficult teen years. Teens come out with improved self-confidence, motivation and commitment. The programme is full activity-based experiences and includes a parent/caregiver workshop on the final day of the programme.

Discovery Foundation has partial scholarships available for our programme, thanks to the generosity of our corporate and individual donors. Scholarship applications are now open for our April Programme and close on 24th February 2017. We are also able to assist with applications to other funding bodies.

Head to our website www.discoveryforteens.org.nz _____________________________________________________________________________

FROM THE HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTRE

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VISITING ARGENTINIAN GROUP Over the next few weeks, a small Argentinian group of two teachers and five students will be visiting our school while staying in Rotorua. The group are from Don Bosco High School in Neuquén and is led by Estela Rodriguez, who visited RLHS in 2015. Mrs Heather Richardson worked with Estela while she was in Argentina. Initially these students will be interacting with our students in Spanish classes. Please make them feel welcome. Thank you to those families who are homestaying the group for part of their stay. __________________________________________________________________________________

TERM DATES FOR 2017 Term 1

NO. WEEKS

TUESDAY 31 JANUARY 2017 TERM 2 TUESDAY 1 MAY 2017 TERM 3 MONDAY 24 JULY 2017 TERM 4 MONDAY 16 OCTOBER 2017

THURSDAY 13 APRIL 2017

11 WEEKS

FRIDAY 7 JULY 2017

10 WEEKS

FRIDAY 29 SEPTEMBER 2017

10 WEEKS

FRIDAY 8 DECEMBER 2017

8 WEEKS

NEWS FROM DEPARTMENTS _________________________________________________________________________________ FROM THE MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT All Year 11 MSC Maths students have their first Internal NCEA assessment EITHER on Friday 3rd March OR Monday 6th March depending on their class.

All students must be at school on these days or provide a Doctors Certificate or letter from home if they are absent on the assessment day.

MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE

Each Thursday from 3.15 – 4.15 in A11 – All Welcome Please bring a snack and a smile _________________________________________________________________________________ DUKE OF EDINBURGH NEWS If you are interested in joining the award, please come to C3 to see Mrs. Carlan-Riddell to register and find out more. You must be 14 to begin the award. For more information, see their website, http://www.dofehillary.org.nz/. __________________________________________________________________________________ YEAR 13 CAMP – OHOPE CHRISTIAN CAMP 2017 The camp for year 13 students will be at Ohope Christian Camp from after school Tuesday 7 March to Friday 10 March 2017. All letters and forms have been sent to parents / caregivers. Forms need to be returned and payment made in full by Wednesday 1st March 2017. Thank you.

Tuesday 7 March to Friday 10 March Leaving school @ 3.45pm Return to school @ 1.30 pm (approx.)

Cost = $185 approx Bus travel provided Open to all Year 13 Students

SPORTS Hot off the Press from our Coaches and Managers ________________________________________________________________________________ NZ MOUNTAIN BIKE CROSS COUNTRY NATIONALS Good luck to Hamish Dodd as he heads off to Cardona, Wanaka to race in the Cross Country Nationals. Hamish is a super talented rider who has the determination to do his best in every race.

Go Hamish!!!

________________________________________________________________________________ ROWING Last week Estelle Bilbe, Ella Fookes, Tegan Fookes, Julie (JPC) and Zoe (WHHS) competed at the NZ Rowing Nationals at Lake Ruataniwha Twizel, representing the Rotorua Rowing Club in the Women’s Novice Coxed Quad. They made it to the finals achieving a bronze medal in a close race. Estelle & Julie also competed in the Women’s Novice Double Sculls along with Ella & Tegan. Both crews made it to the finals where Ella & Tegan convincingly won the gold medal.

The regatta provided an awesome experience for all the girls and they were glad to have the opportunity to compete at a national event. Congratulations girls.

_______________________________________________________________________________ MINISTOCKS Good luck to Jayden Fraser at this weekends race. Jayden who is a member of the Rotorua Stock Car Club has been named in a six strong NZ invitational team to contest two races against Australian opposition. The first at Wellington Family Speedway this Saturday and the second at Tauranga’s Baypark Family Speedway on March 4.

Check out Rotorua Daily Post for the full article about Jayden

CAREERS DEPARTMENT BRIDGING THE GAP 2017!

HEADS UP! IMPORTANT DATES COMING UP FOR TERM 1 (It is important that students check the important careers events and deadlines.)

daily notices each day during House Group time for

TERM 1 Unless otherwise stated all Tertiary Liaison Presentations are held in the Careers Classroom, usually at lunchtime.

6 March Ara Institute of Technology Christchurch Liaison Visit 1.30pm 7 March Waikato University Liaison Visit – 1st round – 1.30pm 21 March Canterbury University Liaison Visit 1.30 pm 22 March AUT Auckland Liaison Visit 1.30pm 30 March Massey University Te Manu Taiko Presentations 1.30 – 3.00pm 3 April Auckland Uni Whakapiki Ake Yr12 & 13 Presentations 1.30pm 4 April WINTEC Liaison Visit – 11.05 am - Note Morning Tea Time 6 April Auckland University Liaison Visit – 1.30 pm 7 April Victoria University Liaison Visit – 1.30pm School Holidays: 14 – 30 April 2017

FREE APPS!!!!!

Students might like to download the following FREE apps: NCEA PAL - Students can enter subjects, credits etc NCEA Guide - Useful for parents, employers, students, teachers etc Occupation Outlook App

JUST THE JOB PRODUCTIONS Check out the following website for a truly great free careers video which is available online at www.justthejob.co.nz Dear Parent/Caregiver Are you struggling to see the future path for yourself or your teenager beyond school?

Are you or your teen planning on heading off to study and you have no idea what’s needed to be ready?

Then this seminar is for you!

How to Avoid your Teen Heading down the Career Black Hole GOAL DIGGER – CAREER SOLUTIONS THURSDAY 23 MARCH 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Rydges Hotel, Rotorua Cost: $10.00

Seminar for Parents, Caregivers & Mentors Tammy-Lee, an experienced and qualified Career Counsellor from Goal Digger, is holding the annual seminar for parents and caregivers of secondary school students. If you want to know about:    

Recognising the signs that your teen is heading off track in regards to preparing for their future Understanding your teenager and what occupations would suit their style How to help your teenager get a future plan when they haven’t got one Going off to study? What you need to know to be prepared as a parent and University jargon explained.

Head to our website and register now (click the button below). Places are strictly limited. www.goaldigger.co.nz Last years seminar was really well attended and the reviews were great, so please ensure that you don’t miss out and of course, spread the word!

UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY Holiday camp for stargazers The University of Canterbury is offering year 13 students throughout New Zealand the chance to attend a 5-day astronomy camp in Christchurch and Tekapo.

We thought you might like to share this with your science-minded students and staff.

Presented by UC's top astrophysicists, the annual Elaine P. Snowden Astronomy School (formerly the Aurora Astronomy School), is a mix of seminars and practical work. It includes discussion on the universe, life cycles of stars, planet exploration, extra-terrestrial life and a visit to the Mt John Observatory at Tekapo.

Open to just 20 students each year, the camp is aimed at Year 13 students nationwide who are enthusiastic about astronomy and have a good background in physics and maths.

Acceptance is based on NCEA results and a student's written application.

The camp runs from 19 to 23 April at UC's Ilam campus in Christchurch and the Mt John Observatory in Tekapo. There is no charge for the camp (excluding travel costs).

For more information and the application form, click here.

Applications close on 6 March.

CONTACT US

ROTORUA LAKES HIGH SCHOOL Mr P B Walker, Principal BA (Hons), Dip Ed, Post Grad Dip Second Language Tchg, Dip Tchg P O Box 7002, Te Ngae, Rotorua Phone: 345 6124 Fax: 345 5964

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