NGĀ KUPU O TE TUMUAK I- PRINCIPALS PIECE

HE KAUPAPA POUMAHI - STAFFING NEWS

KO TE AKONGA KEI TE PITO - STUDENTS AT THE CENTRE

KO TE HAPORI TE MANAWA - COMMUNITY AT THE HEART

NGĀ PĀNUI HAKINAKINA - SPORTS AND CULTURAL BULLETIN

PANUI - NOTICES

NGĀ KAUPAPA KEI MUA I TE AROARO - UPCOMING EVENTS

TERM DATES 2024

SCHOOL CAREERS & COUNSELLING SERVICES

ATTENDANCE

STUDENT WELLBEING SERVICES

Here's to a term filled with excitement, discovery, and endless possibilities.

Ngā mihi

Nicola Ngarewa

PRINCIPAL

We are kindly asking for donations of potatoes, kūmara, pumpkin, bread and butter for stuffing for our community hāngi at our Puanga celebrations. Please could these be dropped off by the 18th June at the latest.

Please could these be dropped off to the school office.

Principal

Whaea Nicola email: nng@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Deputy Principal/Senior Leadership

Mr Daryn Shaw email: dsh@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Deputy Principal/Senior Leadership

Mrs Hilary Takarangi email: hta@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Deputy Principal/Senior Leadership

Mr Darren Scott email: dsc@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Year 12 and 13 Dean

Mr Wayne Cribb email: wcr@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Year 11 Dean

Mrs Hilary Takarangi email: hta@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Year 10 Dean

Matua Matty James email: mja@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Year 9 Dean

Mr Airana Ngarewa email: ang@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

International Director

Mrs Nicola Healy email: nhe@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Business Manager

Ms Christina Davis email: cdv@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Careers Advisor

Mrs Chell Lusk email: clu@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Last week, we bid a fond farewell to Kieran Oakes and Reihana Conaglen as they embark on new journeys ahead. Their contributions to our team have been invaluable, and we wish them all the best in their future endeavors.

As we say goodbye to familiar faces, we also extend a warm welcome to Jo Wilkinson (SENCO hub) and Anton Berndt (Art Hub). We are excited to have them join our team and look forward to their contributions. With their unique skills and talents, we are confident that they will quickly become an integral part of our community.

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Puanga is a time of reflection, renewal, and celebration, and we can't wait to share this special occasion with all of you. Let's come together to honor the traditions of the past and embrace the promise of the future.

We look forward to seeing you at our Puanga Celebrations!

Congratulations to Kiana Pull ( year 12) who has been selected to work for Māngai Whakatipu ( New Zealand/Aaotearoa Young Person Advisory Panel for Health) Māngai Whakatipu is a partner in the School Based Health Services Enhancement Programme that is currently underway by Te Whatu Ora. Kiana spent 2 days in Pōneke Wellington last week with other youth from all over the motu discussing ideas for improvements in how Secondary School health services are delivered. Well done Kiana.

We are happy to celebrate the achievements of two of our outstanding Kyarne Broughton and Lydia Aldridge. Last month, Kyarne and Lydia were honored at the prestigious First Foundation Ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their academic journeys.

One particularly special moment of the evening was when Kyarne was invited to speak on behalf of the new scholars. Kyarne's speech was a testament to the hard work, dedication, and potential that both of these students have.

Please join us in congratulating Kyarne Broughton and Lydia Aldridge on this well-deserved recognition. Their achievements are a source of pride for our entire school community, and we look forward to seeing all the amazing things they will continue to accomplish.

Well done, Kyarne and Lydia! Keep shining and inspiring us all.

We are thrilled to share the fantastic news from Rockquest! Our students made us incredibly proud with their outstanding performances.

Mason Horo-Maddaford and Grace Collins joined collaboration bands (Grellatron and Mondegreen) with students from other schools, showcasing their talent and teamwork. Their performances were well-received and demonstrated the high level of skill and creativity within our student community.

A special congratulations goes to our very own Spotswood College band, 'South Road,' who achieved an impressive 1st place among the 17 bands performing. This is a remarkable achievement, and we are immensely proud of their hard work and dedication.

Well done to all our talented musicians for representing Spotswood College with such excellence!

In a heartwarming display of compassion and creativity, a Community Connect class embarked on a project to design and handcraft teddy bears, not just as ordinary toys, but as tokens of friendship and solidarity for students at a nearby primary school.

This initiative was more than just a class assignment—it was a lesson in empathy, teamwork, and the power of small acts of kindness. Assembled with enthusiasm and driven by a collective desire to make a difference.

The decision to gift the teddy bears to students at a local primary school was deliberate, with the class aiming to provide a source of comfort and companionship, as a symbol of support, reminding them that they are valued.

For the students of the Community Connect class, seeing the joy and gratitude on the faces of the recipients was a rewarding experience, reaffirming the importance of fostering stronger, more compassionate communities.

In the last round of Tū Manawa Funding, we were successful in getting a grant to purchase some new portable hockey goals. Much like our hockey team, these have been 5 years in the making, and it is awesome to see our young people out using these goals to be active and involved in sport again after a hiatus.

These have been purchased with our wider community in mind. To keep these goals out on the turf and available to all for use, please ensure that they are respected and looked after inside and outside of school hours when in and around our kura.

With the rising popularity of golf amongst our young people, Spotswood College Sport is trying to utilise this growth and provide some golf playing opportunities in and around our community.

On Tuesday we were fortunate enough to have Lucinda Searle from Taranaki Golf in to run some sessions with our PE classes.

This was hotly contested as students attempted to chip into buckets, and drive the length of the top field.

Looking for some midweek excitement? Look no further than the Tuesday Night Spotswood College Volleyball League!

Our volleyball league has been offering the perfect opportunity to get active, meet new people, and showcase ones skills on the court. With games held every Tuesday night, it's been a great way to break up the week and unwind after a long day.

Our league is all about fostering a sense of community, from cheering on your teammates to celebrating victories. So get along to support one of the 24 teams that is taking part!

In a vibrant celebration of culture and camaraderie, the Poly Club took center stage as they led the festivities for Samoan Language Week.

Samoan Language Week provided an opportunity for the Poly Club to showcase the beauty and significance of the Samoan language, a cornerstone of our cultural heritage. Through a series of engaging activities and presentations, they transported their peers on a journey of discovery, offering insights into the language's history, significance, and unique linguistic features.

However, the celebrations did not stop there. The Poly Club recognised that language is not only spoken but also experienced through the senses, and what better way to immerse oneself in Samoan culture than through its culinary delights? Thus, they organised a delectable Samoan kai fundraiser, inviting students and staff alike to indulge in a feast of traditional dishes lovingly prepared by members of the club and their families.

Beyond the culinary delights, the fundraiser also served a greater purpose, raising funds to support initiatives within the school and broader community. Through their efforts, the Poly Club demonstrated the power of cultural celebration as a catalyst for positive change, uniting individuals from all walks of life in a shared mission of generosity and goodwill.

The theme for Samoan language week this year was 'Tautua i le alofa, manuia le lumana’i – Serve in love for a blessed future

WEEK 7

Spirit Week/Spotswood College Career Expo Week

Monday 10 June - Semester 2 begins

Pyjama Day for Year 13 students

International Students at TOPEC

Bake Sale for students at Kai 2

TSSSA Squash

Tuesday 13 June - The Theatre in Health Education Trust Sexwise - Year 12 students

Dress Up Day for Year 13 students

Tuesday Night Spotswood College Volleyball League from 5.00pm -9pm

Wednesday 12 June - Dress Up Day for the whole school (Theme: Anything but a Bag)

Youth Responder VP Department

Thursday 13 June - Year 13 Students Dress up as a Teacher

TSSSA Junior 3x3 Bball

Friday 14 June - Non-Uniform Day for the whole school (Fundraising for Puanga)

Saturday 15 June - School Ball

WEEK 8

Monday 17 June - International Waitomo Trip (Day 1)

PUANGA Festivities

Tuesday 18 June - TSSSA Boccia Workshop with TWM

International Waitomo Trip (Day 2)

Tuesday Night Spotswood College Volleyball League from 5.00pm -9pm

Wednesday 19 June - TSSSA Snr 3x3 Bball

International Waitomo Trip (Day 3)

Taranaki Rugby Football Union from 2.10pm to 3.10pm

Thursday 20 June - Puanga Afternoon Festival

WEEK 9

Monday 24 June - Period 5 Levels Assembly

TSSSA Māori Games

Board Meeting

Tuesday 25 June - Tuesday Night Spotswood College Volleyball League from 5.00pm -9pm

Wednesday 26 June - Life Education Trust Theatre programme in the GYM

Friday 28 June - Matariki public Holiday (School Is Closed)

WEEK 10

Tuesday 2 July - Tuesday Night Spotswood College Volleyball League 5.00pm -9pm

Wednesday 3 July - Respond to Small Emergencies VP Department

TSSSA Senior Festival Day

Taranaki Rugby Football Union from 2.10pm to 3.10pm

Friday 5 July - QRC Promotional visit at 9am

Period 5 End of Term Whole School Hui

• Friday 31st May = Teachers Only Day
• Monday 3rd June = King’s Birthday
• Friday 28th June = Matariki Public Holiday

Term Three: 22/07/2024 - 27/09/2024

• Tuesday 30th July = Open Night

• Wednesday 11th September = Student Led IDPs

• Friday 13th September = Staff Only Day (school is closed for instruction)

• Wednesday 18th September = Parent Teacher Interviews

School Counselling Services are available at Spotswood College for students who wish to get additional wellbeing support.

To make an appointment please email:

Guidance Counsellors - manaakitanga@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Public Health Nurse

Drop in Public Health Nurse hours - Monday 9.00 am - 2.00 pm.

The sickbay is closed for any sick-related issues. If your child is sick, we will contact home and ask for them to be picked up immediately. Students should not arrange this themselves as we need to know where they are at all times.

The sick bay is open to help with injuries.

A public health nurse is available for you and your caregivers if you have any concerns. This could be a rash, not sleeping well, regular headaches, ongoing health issues etc.

Please ask to talk to her privately. Consultations are confidential, offering information and advice. Health resources are available, with a choice of providers for referrals to agencies.

If you would like to see the public health nurse, please ask staff at student reception.

Career support and advice is available to students who would like some guidance on career pathways, tertiary studies and scholarships available.

To make an appointment please contact the Careers Advisor

Chell Lusk - clu@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

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Please make sure your teens are checking, opening and reading their emails. Opportunities are being missed.

We have a school attendance target of above 90% for every student. To ensure that together we reach this, it is important that if you know your child is going to be absent from school, that you please contact the school by using one of the following options.

Option 1: Call 06 751 2416 and press (1) to report a student's absence. Record your child’s name, parents' name, contact details and reason for absence.

Option 2: Send a text to the office on 02102466182

Option 3: Use the school app - SKOOL LOOP to submit an absence

Option 4: Send an email to absent@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

Based on our attendance data system we will send an automated text to parents of any students that are absent, once in the morning and once in the afternoon.

If for any reason you are concerned about your child’s attendance, you can speak with Jenine the Attendance Officer or she will pass you on to the DEAN or your child’s Learning Advisor.

Spotswood College will be using Skool Loop to send out notices and information to our whānau. This is a free app available on Apple and Android devices. You can also access newsletters, contact the school about absences and find helpful links as well as quick access to Kamar.