February 2007

Sacred Heart College, Napier

Te Kāreti o Ngakau Tapu

“Hearts and Minds in Harmony”

Inaugural Mass

Our school gathered at St Patrick’s Church on Friday 16 February for our Opening Mass and announcement of our College leaders (see Page 5).  We were joined by invited guests, families, and supporting schools for our celebration. We enjoyed  morning  tea in the Parish Centre.  On our return to school everyone had great fun playing Tabloid sports. 

Fr Paul blessing the Leaders’ badges

Dear Parents, Caregivers, Whanau— 

Welcome to the school year.  It is great to be back into the positive life of the College.  Our school roll is very healthy and we have started the year with 369 students.  We have shared two Special Character occasions; our opening school assembly and inaugural Mass.  Both events celebrated the riches God has blessed us with, our new pupils and staff, and our Year 13 leaders.

              Our senior academic results from 2006 are very good.  Congratulations to all girls who achieved to their potential and special acknowledgement of Jennifer McElroy (English and Biology) and Laura Jeffares (English) for achieving Scholarship awards. 

              We have received both the confirmed Education Review Office Report and the Catholic Education Office’s Special Character Report.  We are very pleased with both documents which highlight many areas of good performance.  They are both available to you either from the school office or on our school website.

              As part of our school goals for this year (see below) for students to achieve to their potential we are guiding them through a Personal Plan which helps them set goals and review these each term.  Please discuss these with your daughter when she brings her Personal Plan home.  Her Form Teacher will also highlight it when they make phone contact with you shortly.

              In order to gain maximum benefit from every school day it is important that absences are kept to a minimum.  Of course keep your daughter at home if she is unwell but we expect full attendance otherwise.  Please communicate with me if you are planning an absence.  The health and safety of our girls is paramount at all times.  If driving your daughters to school, please assist us by dropping and collecting them from Coote Road; it is safer for them to walk up and down the ramp to school.

              There are many events on our school calendar.  Our school community is so rich because of the support you provide for your daughters.  I look forward to meeting you on these occasions.          

Best wishes and God’s blessings  — Steve Bryan, Principal

 

BOARD OF TRUSTEES ELECTIONS 2007: Process for Elections begins March 2007—Check “Board Talk”

NCEA Results 2006

Congratulations to all students who completed the 2006 academic year and whose achievements are acknowledged below.

Year 11

70% of students achieved NCEA Level 1

The average number of credits achieved: 104

High Achievement:

Siobhan Storey achieved 158 credits in 50 Standards (1 at Level 2). 18 Excellence results.

Te Huinga ki Matariki Williams achieved 150 credits in 47 Standards (2 at Level 2) 8 Excellence results.

Emma Pedersen achieved 153 credits in 44 Standards. 12 Excellence results.

Year 12

98% achieved NCEA Level 1 or higher

87% achieved NCEA Level 2

Average number of credits achieved: 104

Average number of Level 2 or 3 credits achieved: 96

High Achievement:

Morgan Pedersen achieved 162 credits in 48 Standards. 10 Excellence results.

Laura McElroy achieved 160 credits in 46 Standards. 11 Excellence results.

Helena Brown achieved 147 credits in 41 Standards. 7 Excellence results.

Year 13

93% achieved NCEA Level 2 or higher.

79% achieved NCEA Level 3.

71% achieved University Entrance.

Average number of credits achieved: 92

Average number of Level 3 credits achieved: 79

High Achievement:

Jennifer McElroy achieved 124 credits in 32 Standards.  12 Excellence results.

Erin Maxwell achieved 122 credits in 34 Standards.  7 Excellence results.

Tara Kelly achieved 125 credits in 32 Standards.  1 Excellence result.

 

Scholarship Awards:

English: Laura Jeffares, Jennifer McElroy

Biology:  Jennifer McElroy        

 

Congratulations to … Sian Whitehead who won a special Merit prize in the Cranford Hospice Essay Competition for 2006.

We welcome our new staff

Ruth Sobala is our new GAP student from Huddersfield, Yorkshire, England. She is the middle child of a family of three, her father is a doctor and her mother is a part-time primary teacher.  Ruth is enjoying her time with us.  She says the weather is great and we’re all friendly!!  Ruth will be with us for six months and will return home to study to become a doctor herself.

Judy Jackson is relieving as HOD Physical Education for 12 months  while Sue Wakeling is on study leave.

Jean Collins is relieving as HOD Technology for 12 months while Angela McKee is on study leave.

Lynne Koenders joins us as our new HOD Mathematics after teaching Mathematics for 14 years at Napier Girls’ High School and has taught at a variety of schools around New Zealand.  She is loving her time with us so far.

Jude Nuttall joins us as Teacher Aide working alongside Briar.  Her background is in nursing and she has worked as a health advisor for 15 years.  She was teacher aiding at Napier Intermediate last year and assisting in numeracy, literacy, sewing and cooking.

We Welcome our Youth Minister, Chanel Hoera.  Chanel says she is excited about being a faith presence in our Sacred Heart community.  She has a passion for working with youth; helping them to understand and grow in their individual spirituality.  We share Chanel with St John’s College in Hastings.

Introducing our Student Leaders

Head Girl:                                    Emma McKay

Deputy Head Girl:                     Elizabeth Woolhouse

Hostel Head Girl:                      Sarah Portas

Hostel Deputy Head Girl:       Nicolette Epps

Committees:                     Staff Leader                   Student Leaders

Special Character             Sister Colleen                   Helena Brown

                                                                                        Casey O’Donoghue

Sports                               Judy Jackson                   Annabel Wallace

                                                                                        Sarah Portas

Social                                   Christine Watson              Alice Russ

                                                                                        Samantha Gray

Civic                                     Anne Saddler                    Kate Perry

                                                                                        Rachel Slater

Cultural                              Kerin Greville                    Rachel Doohan

                                                                                        Jodi-Leigh Redman

Peer Support                    Amy Walewski                  Anna Aldridge

                                                                                        Ashlee O’Connor

Academic                           Kirstin Taylor                   Laura McElroy

                                                                                        Morgan Pedersen

House Leaders:

Barbier                              Sarah McGrail, Kate O’Malley, Amy Smith

Aubert                               Ashley Blatch, Stephanie Brenchley, Lily Oliver

Marian                               Te Oriwa Arkinstall, Maggie Johnson, Lauren Parkinson

Holderness                         Lagi Farani-Tuisalega, Samantha Fergus, Kona-i-Holeva                                             Pailate

Eucharistic Ministers:

Helena Brown                    Rachel Doohan                  Lagi Farani-Tuisalega

Selina Maka                        Laura McElroy                  Sarah McGrail

Lily Oliver                          Kona-i-Holeva Pailate      Kate Perry

 

 

 

 

Ash Wednesday Liturgy

On the first day back at school all our new students and teachers were welcomed to Sacred Heart College with a Powhiri which was held in the Gymnasium. 

Board Talk …

Kia Orana, Warm Pacific greetings and welcome to all students, staff, whanau and supporters of Sacred Heart College.

With the 2007 Board of Trustee’s election early this year we encourage you to "make a difference for our school" and become a school trustee.

Trustees are active leaders in our schools and we need more people willing to use their skills and experiences for the benefit of students. Trustees have an important role supporting strong professional leadership and effective teaching for all students through informed governance.  We have five vacancies. Nominations close at noon on 15 March.  Your nomination could be accompanied by a statement about yourself.  The roll will be open for inspection during school hours.  Our Returning Officer is Mrs Carol Murphy—contactable at the school.  Watch for School Trustee Election information.

If you are a Telecom residential customer you can help our school redeem points for the latest technology products and services. It won't cost you a cent and it can really benefit our students. All you have to do is phone 123, have your latest telecom account handy and nominate Sacred Heart College, Napier for the “School Connection Programme”.  It costs you nothing, but makes a difference to our students.

Tina Luka
Board of Trustees Member

The role of the Board

v              To govern the school and set its direction

v              Review Policies to ensure smooth running

v              Set long term goals and annual targets

v              Monitor and report on progress

 

Swimming Sports

The day started with a hiss and a roar—the colourful brigade of red, yellow, green and blue lined the seating of the Onekawa Pools.  The optimism of the houses could be seen and heard from the chanting and singing which encouraged our swimmers to compete to their very best.  There were also some very interesting costumes.  The novelty events were tough but fun competition for the girls and the staff blitzed Year 13 in the relay race.  A great day was had by all and everyone earned a good night’s sleep.—Stephanie Brenchley 13WS

House Results:     1st      :          Barbier         445 points

                                 2nd     :          Marian          382 points

                                 3rd      :          Aubert          235 points

                                 4th      :          Holderness   225 points

Congratulations to: Marjory Kirby selected for the Hawke’s Bay Secondary Schools’ Cricket Squad.     

Tabloid Sports: The greens and courts were a carnival of bright colours with the Year 12 PE class having set out a wide range of fabulous activities for the school: the classic ‘egg and spoon’ race, ‘three-legged’ race, ‘wheelbarrow’ race, wicket bowling, hacky-sack-in-the-bucket and many more.  A great day was had by all.  We were threatened by a few spits of rain but this didn’t dampen our spirits.  The teachers and girls all thoroughly entered into the true Tabloid Sports school spirit—it was awesome! - Stephanie Brenchley (13WS)

 

Congratulations to:  Marjory Kirby who has been chosen for the Hawke’s Bay Secondary Schools’ Cricket Squad.

The Uniform Shop opening Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 8.15am to 10.00am in the Hostel.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good Communication Skills are a great asset in everything we do.  Speech and Drama or Public Speaking offer the opportunity to speak with clarity, vitality and confidence.  Private tuition is available at Sacred Heart with Mrs Jan Davis, a Registered Teacher and Accredited Examiner.  Fees $85 per term.  Enrol at school or Ph: 835.7666.

Mother-Daughter Book Club

First meeting—Wednesday, 7 March

In the College Library—7.30pm

 

Any enquiries please phone:

Cynthia Perry—8353.410

Or Vivienne Price—8447.435

Year 13—Common Room

Our Year 13 girls are looking to upgrade the furniture in the Common Room.  If anyone has some pre-loved furniture in good condition that they would like to donate to them. Please contact the school office.  (8353.761)  The girls thank you in anticipation!

Summer Health Message:

v Hand Washing: Make sure hands are washed with soap and dried with a clean towel

v Keep lunch boxes cool and safe