May 2006

Sacred Heart College

Te Kāreti o Ngakau Tapu

Napier

Welcome Powhiri for Miss Daly

Tuesday, 2 May. Our College welcomed staff and students from Taradale High School to our Powhiri for our new Deputy Principal, Miss Daly.   She has settled in very well and loves being part of our special community.

 Powhiri for Mrs Johnson

Sunday, 30 April.  Mr Marshall, Mrs Te-Ripo, Mr Lundall, Mrs Stewart and Mrs Pipe travelled to Auckland along with Tara Kelly,  Sara-Leigh Nonu and eight Kapa Haka girls to support Mrs Johnson at her Powhiri at Marist College, Mt Albert.  This is the first time a group has travelled out of town to hand over a Principal to her new school.

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

It is a privilege that I write to you for the first time as Principal of Sacred Heart College.  Our wonderful school has been serving the Catholic educational needs of the young ladies of Hawke’s Bay for 139 years and so to lead our school in such an important and influential endeavour is indeed an honour.

              The adolescent years that your daughters live in are precious times that deserve the utmost care and considered practice.  It is imperative therefore that everything we do in shaping the destiny of the girls is embedded in the values of Jesus Christ and the Mission Sisters who founded Sacred Heart College. 

              The Retreats girls have been involved in lately have given them opportunities to reflect on their relationships, especially with God.  Developing an understanding of God’s place in their lives is important for them to understand their own being.

              Terms 2 and 3 are important academic terms. Regular homework and revision are necessary components of their weekly routines.  By the end of this term you will have received full reports detailing academic progress.  You will have an opportunity to meet teachers.

              Time management is often a difficult skill during these months because of the demands of homework, winter sport, after school jobs and leisure pursuits.  Using the school diary, prioritising activities and frequent communication are ways of keeping a balance in the busy life of a teenage student.

              Winter seems to have struck the Bay relatively early, I am informed.   For the hardy souls still in summer uniform a reminder that all girls must be in full winter uniform after Queen’s Birthday weekend.  Winter uniform is looking very smart with black socks and black shoes complementing the new blazer.  The new blazer looks very smart.

              I am thoroughly enjoying the warm friendly spirit I encounter when I talk with the girls or with parents I  meet.  I look forward to making your acquaintance and sharing with you the rich tapestry of our Catholic College.

              God’s blessings on you all—    Steve Bryan, Principal

Caritas Carnival … Everyone participated in the fundraising activities where each class organised a stall to raise money for Caritas.  Lollies in a Jar was a favourite along with the Cake Walk and Raffles.  We raised approximately $900—the most ever!  Well

done girls!

Seniors …

We congratulate the following students who have achieved success in internal assessments so far this year.  They received Certificates of Excellence for the following Internal Achievement Standards …

Level 1: Mathematics: Measurement

              Sidney Dillon

Level 2: Visual Arts: Iconic Landscape

              Helena Brown, Bonita Olsen

Level 3: Statistics and Modelling: Vibariate Data Analysis

              Tara Kelly , Erin Maxwell

Level 3: Statistics and Modelling: Time Series Analysis

              Laura Jeffares, Erin Maxwell, Nicole Murphy, Danielle Turner

Level 1: English: Static Images

           Jenica Burns, Charmaine Parmenter, Kali West, Rosalie Boyle,   Alexandra Laird, Te    Huinga ki Matariki               Williams, Oriwia Solomon, Esther Anderson, Alyce Gregory, Isabel Mooney, Emma Pedersen

Level 2: English: Formal Writing

              Laura McElroy, Gabrielle Ryan, Rachel Wall, Elizabeth Woolhouse, Morgan Pedersen, Rachel Doohan,               Krishelle Harris, Helena Brown, Kate O’Malley, Kate Perry

Level 3: English: Creative Writing

              Laura Jeffares, Natalie Mackenzie, Erin Maxwell, Jennifer McElroy

Level 2: Physical Education: Sociological Significance of a Sporting Event

              Annabel Wallace

Juniors …

Excellence in Mathematics: Number Assessment

              Year 9—Katie Dickinson, Aimee Dine, Ampili Mathews, Jessica Stuart, Jordon Anderson, Seanee Bailey,               Laura Keenan, Nicole Lay, Jemma Lyster, Christina Noetzli, Michelle Porter

              Year 10—Jessie Eagle, Rose Faletutulu, Holly Girven-Russell, Tsar Hume, Amelia Longley, Clarrissa               Morley-D’Ath, Abigail Neave, Veronica Noetzli, Eniketi Onesi, Courtney Pedersen, Sue Seumanutafa,               Kate Simkin, Joy Whittington

Excellence in Social Studies: The Big OE Project

              9LL—Jordan Anderson, Chelsea Gooch, Analiese Halpin, Laura Keenan, Stacey McCourt, Nikita               Nicholas, Christina Noetzli, Michelle Porter, Danielle Simpson

Excellence in English: Essay on Novel Study

              9LN—Jasmine Burt, Brooke Harwood, Jessica Kinder, Anna Taylor

Excellence in the 5 Star Award Scheme in Athletics:

              Jordan Anderson, Eniketi Onesi, Laura Keenan

Excellence in Science: Ecology

              Courtney Pedersen, Abigail Neave, Holly Girven-Russell, Jessie Eagle

Excellence in Science: Human Biology

              Rebecca McGrail, Eniketi Onesi, Ashleigh Neave, Veronica Noetzli

Excellence in Science: Diversity

              Christina Noetzli, Jordan Anderson, Jessica Kinder, Ampilii Mathews, Amy McCarthy

Excellence in Year 11 NCEA Mathematics: Number Practice

              Veronica Noetzli

 

O’Shea Shield … A wonderful group of 16 motivated and enthusiastic girls headed to Porirua to match the best in the region on the weekend of 12, 13, 14 May. They looked incredibly smart in their new blazers, black socks and black shoes. Everyone supported each other along with our fellow school St John's. We had teams entered in Religious Questions, Impromptu Speech, Junior Speech, Oratory, Drama and Scripture Readings. Everyone performed to their potential and did us proud.  Ms Daly and Mr Bryan were somewhat exhausted Monday morning but it was worth it! 

See you at O'Shea Shield - Sacred Heart College, Lower Hutt next year.  A big thankyou to Mrs McElroy and Mr Dysart for coming along and supporting us over the weekend.

 

Year 11 Day for Reflection … The girls responded well to this event, the first time for a couple of years that this year level has been offered this style of reflection/retreat.  There were three activity rotations so each girl was able to experience a different way of praying: the labyrinth, receive forgiveness and be reconciled with God and friends: the sacrament of Reconciliation and see the importance of respecting each other: the community building activity.

“Sister Colleen’s exercise made me think and understand others more”

The community-building helped me understand more things and to see that all people are the same”

 

 

Special thanks to Bill Dysart, Hawke’s Bay Catholic Youth Co-ordinator, a good friend of our school, for his continued involvement and enthusiasm.  Our priests give us sterling service also.  Retreat time is one of the occasions when our young people see and feel church in action and experience and the love of God in a special way.              - Wendy Clark, Chaplain

“Reconciliation was the most important experience for me as it is a time to start on a good note and be forgiven”

“The labyrinth gave me more understanding of what kind of pain Jesus went through for us”

“The labyrinth showed me how my life is a journey”

Royal New Zealand Ballet Workshop …

Earlier this year, the Royal New Zealand Ballet Company offered our students a special opportunity to participate in a 'Creative Dance Workshop'. A group of 14 Year 9 students took up this incredible offer.  On 5 April they spent an hour with Louise Fielder from the Ballet Company, learning about aspects of the performance they were to see later that week. They practised some steps and dances, explored characterisation and generally had a great time, as you can see from the photos For many of the students, it was a real insight into some of the 'behind the scenes' aspects of dance and performance.  Later in the week they enjoyed the performance of "The Wedding".  An experience made all the more rich by the knowledge they had gained in the workshop.

           - Kerin Greville, HOD Arts

Congratulations to …

Y10 Debating Team: Had a wonderful debate against William Colenso College.  They negated the topic “That Country Life is Better than City Life”.  It was a strong battle and the girls only lost by two points.

Y12 Debating team (Lily Oliver, Emma McKay, Natalia Mackenzie and Casey O’Donoghue): Travelled to Central Hawke’s Bay College to negate the controversial moot “That Euthanasia should be Legalised”.  Some thought-provoking points were put forward from both sides and the final result was a draw.

Natasha Parmenter: Danced at the Champion of Champions Championship of Australia Highland Dancing competition in Adelaide. She gained 1st and 3rd in her Sword Dance, 4th in the Highland Fling and Seann Triubhas—Excellent!  Natasha flies to Korea in October as one of a group of 50 New Zealand Highland dancers invited to take part in the Wonju Tattoo.

Catherine Joule: Awarded the “Aotearoa Award” for her involvement in NZ Guiding.  This is the top award for Girl Guides in New Zealand. Well done.

Jennifer McElroy and Nicole Murphy: Successfully auditioned for the Electrotech dancers.

Easter Competition News:  Lagi Farani-Tuisalega was placed first in the Senior Sacred Solo Performance.  Judy Faka’osi received an ‘outstanding performance’ for under 14. Laura Jeffares received three firsts for duet performance, four thirds, two seconds and a very highly commended.  Well done girls!

STAGE CHALLENGE:  Thursday, 1 June at Napier Municipal Theatre

 

YEAR 9 ADVENTURE PLUS –PINNACLE CHALLENGE
The Adventure Plus team came from Wednesday 17 May to Friday 19 May to offer some exciting challenges to each Year 9 class. The programme offered students individual challenges as well as encouraged class bonding with team co-operative activities, including climbing up a rock wall, abseiling down a 10metre wall, walking along the high wire (some even did that blind-folded!).  The main excitement of the day was the trapeze which was a 1metre jump across, but 10 metres above the ground! Despite the rather cool weather all students got involved in a very positive way and have been “raving’ about it since!          
“It was a real good experience because lots of people achieved their amazing goals”  Robyne Withers 9GE
“The Pinnacle Challenge was really ‘challenging’. My heart was beating faster than it was normally!”   Rosita Vanu 9GE
“I thought that it was so much fun and the best part was the trapeze and the rock climbing”  - Jaelyn Toko-Hay 9GE
“It was an amazing experience!” - Judy Faka’osi 9GE
“It was so cool and fun, even if it was in the rain!” - Rebekah Hodges 9GE
“I felt it was awesome and that everyone did an amazing job supporting others” Laura

McKay 9GE

 

PLAYING SPORT IS A VALUABLE EXPERIENCE FOR STUDENTS
Winter team sports are now in full swing and a large number of Sacred Heart students are involved in a variety of codes. The participation level is high with 12 Netball teams, 2 Soccer teams, 2 Hockey teams, 5 Badminton teams, 1 Basketball team, 2 Squash teams, 1 Rugby team and 3 Canoe Polo teams.
Those of us who coach, manage or are involved in sports teams know the value of the activity and recognise the special relationships that can be developed between student and teacher and/or parent outside the classroom/home situation. Research clearly shows that students who are active in extra-curricular activities are much more likely to succeed academically than those who are not involved.
What is not always appreciated is the huge level of support needed for these students to become successful. This support is essential if the young person is to be able to sustain the commitment needed to be part of a team.
We always appreciate the support of parents/caregivers in many ways: prompt payment of fees, assistance with transport, positive cheering on the sideline, etc. Our student coaches certainly need and appreciate all the parental support they can get. We know that community support will enable these students to get involved and all the positive outcomes from participating in sport will naturally follow.
   Sue Wakeling—HOD Physical Education

McKay 9GE

Congratulations to … Alarna McKie … who has made it into the Under 17 Eastern Netball Reps.

The Uniform Shop will be opening daily from 8.30am to 10.00am Monday to Friday, starting Monday, 29 May.  We look forward to meeting your uniform needs and hope these regular hours will accommodate them.

New style blazers are available priced  $224—$238. Small quantity of second hand items for sale.  Payment—cheque or cash.

Enquiries Colleen McLaughlin  8444.126

Winter uniform is optional from the start of Term 2 and compulsory after Queen’s Birthday.  Please re-read the uniform sheet which was issued at the start of the year.  Black lace-up shoes and knee-length black socks are the official College footwear. Black pantyhose are allowed.  Students are to wear black socks as above or black pantihose, not a combination. Brown lace-up shoes and knee-length fawn socks can still be worn this year. 

 

Hot Tips for Parenting Teenagers Seminar—Thursday, 24 August

Presented by John Cowen from Parents Inc. Taradale Intermediate School (06) 844.7264.  These seminars are POSITIVE, PRACTICAL AND ENTERTAINING.

AFS Intercultural Programmes USA—are looking for a host family for Megan Gilliland from the United States for 12 months from July 2006 to July 2007.  Her interests are playing soccer and hiking, biking and travelling.  Contact Len Hodgson on 878.9059.

Homestay families are required.  If you are interested please leave your details with the office (06) 8353.761

Reading Together … A  series of four one-hour workshops for selected parents was held in the Library.  Lead by RTLB Teacher Maxine Boag, and assisted by Librarian Cynthia Perry, the workshops showed parents different aspects of reading, how to choose appropriate books and how to encourage and prompt their daughters.  Comments afterwards included:  “It seems a fairly simple programme but offers good practical suggestions and techniques for parents to use in helping their child with reading.  I have learnt to be more patient, praise more, let her work out words if she can”.   A second workshop series will be held starting Term Three with another group of parents. Watch this space for more information!

Attn:  ANZ Bank Customers -ANZ has notified us of a new rewards scheme enabling us (SHC) to earn ‘points’ every time someone mentions SHC when drawing down an ANZ home loan.  If you are looking for a home loan or wish to top up an existing ANZ loan, please be sure to mention our school’s name.  All your details will be kept confidential.  The school will accumulate points towards appliances and goals.

Sunday 4 June – (Queen’s Birthday weekend) Youth Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes, Havelock North - 9am followed by a Cake & Coffee morning fundraiser. If you can help out by donating a cake please contact the Youth Office Ph 8443 834.

Sunday 11June – College / Youth Mass at St Mary’s, Taradale  9amLEADERSHIP…  Baycity Outreach have arranged a leadership training seminar with James Murray on Saturday from 11am-2pm available to you and your Youth team.  There will be two sessions and lunch.  This is at a cost of $10.  This will be held at the Atomic Centre in Hastings. If you would like any extra information please don’t hesitate to call Dave Connell on 8794790. 

Class Councillors—Term 2

9GE                    Laura McKay

9LL                     Laura Keenan

9LN                     Louise Price

10LS                   Hayley O’Connor

10PR                  Patricia Maka

10SC                  Ellen Scheele

11GL                  Alexandra Laird

11ME                  Isabel Mooney

11PY                  Vanessa Oliver

12BN                  Samantha Fergus

12HD                  Emma McKay

13WS                 Nicola Duff