Christmas 2005

Sacred Heart College

Te Kâreti o Ngakau Tapu

 

Napier

Year 8 Induction Day …

On Friday, 18 November we welcomed most of our 2006 Year 9 students to our school for a day of ‘getting to know us’.   Students from 23 various schools around the region spent the day meeting staff and students, and generally orientating themselves ready for next year..  Thank you to our Junior Deans, Mr Ashley Brown and Mrs Mona Stewart for their hard work in making this such a pleasurable day.  We look forward to welcoming all our new students in the New Year.

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

As the 2005 school year comes to an end, we have many things to celebrate and be thankful for.  Prizegiving and end-of-year Thanksgiving Mass are opportunities to reflect on the school year, to celebrate as a school community and to pay special tribute to those students who are leaving to begin the next stage of their journey.  Last Thursday, the Year 13 Leavers’ dinner was held.  It was a very special occasion organised entirely by the girls.  Parents and staff joined with them to celebrate the end of their five years’ secondary schooling.  What a wonderful group of young ladies—a true testimony to all that Sacred Heart espouses.  Last week Junior students had the opportunity to participate in a variety of Education Outside the Classroom.  This newsletter contains reports on these activities and we are grateful to the staff and parents who organised and accompanied students.

Thank you to all students, staff, parents, P.T.A., Board of Trustees, Hostel Management and Trust Board for your part in such a positive year.  As I reflect upon the year I am filled with a deep sense of appreciation for the unique and special people that make up the Sacred Heart College community.  We farewell Ms Jemima Harkness as she leaves us after a year’s fixed term position in the P.E. Department—we wish her well in her future endeavours.

I look forward to seeing you all at our end-of-year Prizegiving and Thanksgiving Mass on Thursday, December 8.

Every blessing for a joyful and peaceful Christmas, and a safe and relaxing holiday break. 

God Bless—Monica Johnson, Principal

Massey Trip … Monday, 21 November, Mr Marshall, Mrs Hutchinson, Siobhan  Storey, Melanie Hutchinson, Emma Pedersen, Esther Anderson, Oriwia Solomon, Te Huinga ki Matariki Williams, Katie Alexander and Isabel Mooney travelled to Palmerston North to visit Massey University.  We enjoyed a movie and dinner and the next morning were up early to visit the University.  We had a tour of the new Halls of Residence, the athletic track, Recreation Centre, the Feline Unit, the Human Nutrition Lab and the Science Lab where we experimented with DNA.  We also experienced lunch as Uni students at the cafeteria.  We learned a lot about University life and what courses are available for us.  The next day we went to the Te Manawa Science Centre Museum and Art Gallery and on the way home we visited the windmill farm and took some great photos.  Overall, we all enjoyed ourselves very much and would like to sincerely thank Mr Marshall and Mrs Hutchinson for giving up their time to come away with us and making our trip so enjoyable.     - Emma Pedersen, 10GE

O.P.C. … We left sunny Napier in short sleeved t-shirts and entered five days of rain.  On the Monday, our ten troopers got wetter and muddier than Keri (our Leader) has ever got at O.P.C.  However, after a shower and a good sleep the girls lined up on the Tuesday morning to get very wet ‘gorging’ down a stream after abseiling into it from a bridge.  Wednesday was mountain day and the girls climbed to the snow (and you got it!) got wet again—rolling/playing/throwing snow.  Thursday saw them start off again dry and warm to kayak across Lake Rotopounamu … in a shower of rain … and camp on the island in the middle after cooking tea in the misty evening.  On Friday we had a wet trip all the way back to school.  It was a fun week doing things that were harder and scarier than ever before.       - Ms Lyn Lewis

Yr9 Noho Marae ...This was the first year that the Noho was held on the Te Aranga Marae, in Flaxmere.  It is an outstanding Marae with great facilities. We were greeted according to Maori protocol in the Whare Nui, where our “rangitira”, Mr Lundall, responded in admirable fashion on behalf of us, the manuhiri, (visitors). The tangata whenua then treated us to a delicious morning tea in the very spacious Whare Kai. I’m sure the girls were impressed with the sight of the tables set out with red tablecloths and flowers.  After morning tea three craft activities got underway: flax weaving, paua and bead jewellery making and painting with fabric dyes. The third activity involved designs painted on to squares of calico that will be sewn together into a vast quilt to be presented to the marae – a fantastic idea - and the girls created some superb patterns. Following lunch each of the six groups rehearsed their items for the evening performances while many volunteered to help Mrs Kahu, Mrs Bruce, Mrs McKee and myself in the kitchen. This work wasn’t without its hitches, and none of us will ever look lovingly on a piece of fried chicken again!  By the time lights were finally out in the Whare Hui at 11pm, everyone was ready for sleep, and not all appreciated Libby Gray waking us at 6am. The second day also went well.  By 2pm 80 tired but happy girls, all wearing new jewellery and most carrying flax flowers, were ready to depart.

Kia ora Te Aranga Marae, he aroha ki a koutou, ka kite a tera tau, pea? - Na Dr Laugesen

Three exciting activity days (with an arty bent) were organised for the Year 10 girls who weren't going to camp. What a wonderful time we had! On Wednesday we travelled to the Hideout Art Studio in Te Awanga, where we spent the day creating marvellous mosaic pavers. Briar Greany is pictured showing off her efforts. The following day we joined up with Mr Marshall's Massey group for a 'Downtown Napier Day', which included a visit to the Hawke’s Bay Museum, a soak at Ocean Spa followed by a sumptuous lunch, and then to the Aquarium for some underwater magic.  On Friday we returned to Te Awanga to grout our pavers and then continued out to 'Paintable Pieces' in Havelock North for a spot of ceramic painting. Lots of new and exciting experiences. Thanks to Mrs Watson and Mrs Burke, and all the students involved.They all participated with such enthusiasm and  enjoyment.              - Mrs Kerin Greville

 

 

 

Soulsport—Mohaka River Trip … Good feelings about the trip … the weather was great … we had fun … the overnight tramping trip was exciting … the rafting was wet and cold but awesome … the Instructors were great, funny and good storytellers … the bus trip was fun.  Even though the camp ended early we loved the camp and the Instructors were all great.       -Anastatis Austin-Lobb and Alice Downs

 

Leavers Dinner … On 1 December the Year 13 leavers’ dinner was held at the Quayside Restaurant.  Family and friends gathered with the girls who were dressed very chic for the night.  Decorated with purple and silver the room overlooked the harbour and night lights, making it a very memorable venue.  It was a successful night with humorous flashbacks and a very tasty buffet meal.  During the evening each girl was presented a certificate commending them on what they have become known for over their years at Sacred Heart College.  They were also given a silver jandal pendant as a memento to take with them as a reminder of the successful completion of their fifth year at Sacred Heart College.

P.T.A. News … Exciting events for 2006—Mark them on your calendar

v Second Hand Uniform Sale—21 January.  10.00am—12.00pm Room 207

v Annual General Meeting—22 February at 7.30pm

v Twilight Food Festival—Mmmmmm!   Come along and meet the Sacred Heart College community.  Enjoy some fine food and entertainment and meet new friends.  March 17—4.30 until 7.00pm

If you need any further information don’t hesitate to ring myself on 843.4294 or Debbie Scott on 876.0693.

              Deborah Neilson, Chairperson

Distinction—Australasian Mathematics Competition

Sr Carmel Cassin—Archives … It is over a year now since I took over the Archives at Sacred Heart College.  Their setting up had been very well done by Sister Margaret Mary Hunter and her helpers.  Most of my time has been spent on entering the pupils’ records from admission registers onto the computer, items of College history and researching information for relatives of past pupils.  One interesting piece of research was requested by the grand-daughter of a pupil from the late thirties—she is doing an Education Degree at Waikato University and needed information about the type of education, subjects taught, methods, photos showing set-up of classroom for an eight year old at that time, as part of her assignment.  She kindly sent a copy of that assignment for which she receive an ‘A’.   In July this year I attended a three day workshop in Hamilton for Archivists from Catholic schools, parishes and dioceses in New Zealand.  We had very interesting and practical lectures on policy making, articles that should be kept in Archives and how they are to be kept and handled.  Having been a pupil here in the forties and a member of the staff in the early eighties, I have a very keen interest in the history of the College and really enjoy the hours I spend here.

Distinction—Australasian English Competition

Uniform Shop is open every Tuesday from 11.00am until 2.00pm during the school term.  Garments will be sold on your behalf. No second hand blazers will be sold as a new style has replaced them.  All items must be in a good, clean condition.  Payment by cheque or cash.  Quotes given. —Enquiries: Colleen McLaughlin  844.4126

Please note opening hours:

Tuesday, 13 December          6pm – 8pm

Wednesday, 14 December    10am– 1pm

Wednesday, 1 February         6pm – 8pm

Thursday, 2 February             10am– 1pm

Tuesday, 7 February                11am–2pm

New Style Blazers have arrived:  Approximately $224-$230

For 2006, we will be changing to plain black leather lace-up school shoes for winter.  These will be worn with black pantyhose or knee-high black socks.  The brown roman sandals for summer will stay the same.  You should all have received a flyer  from your daughter with shoe prices from three outlets in Napier/Hastings. 

 

 

Sacred Heart College offers private speech tuition, within the school.  Both Speech and Drama and Public Speaking are available.  The aim of both programmes is to develop versatility and confidence in oral presentation and performance—valuable life skills.  Mrs Jan Davis will commence classes in Term 1 2006.  If you wish to enrol your daughter please phone Mrs Davis on 835.7666 or the school office.  Fees are $80 per term, payable at the beginning of each term.  Trinity or N.Z. Speech Board Exams.

School Diary… We have a new look hard covered school diary for 2006. 

School Magazine … We are delighted with our 2005 magazine.  Your daughter is able to order and pay for this through the school office at $16.  Well done to Sr Colleen for overseeing this huge job and to all her helpers for their contributions.  The magazine is an excellent record of 2005

Homestays … Two Junten Japanese High School students will be with us for six weeks at the beginning of the year and we are looking for homestay families for them.  If you are able to help please contact the school.

Parents and Caregivers

are invited to be present

at our

2005  PRIZEGIVING

at St John’s Anglican Cathedral, Napier

11.00am

 Thursday, 8 December

 (Please be seated by 10.45am)

2005 THANKSGIVING MASS

at St John’s Anglican Cathedral, Napier

7.30pm

 Thursday, 8 December

(Please be seated by 7.15pm)

 

 

The following list of books are missing, not issued, from our Library.  Please check your bookshelves and return them to the office if you know where they are.

Anne Boleyn and me: the diary of Elino by Alison Prince

Everything changes#14 by Lauren Brooke

French fashion designers by Brigit Viney

My heart goes Swimming

Pyramids of Ancient Egypt by John D Clare

A short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Bryson

So you Want this Job, do You?

St Catherine of Siena