NGĀ KUPU O TE TUMUAK I- PRINCIPALS PIECE

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

The Guidance Department would like to welcome Anne Cullen and Tash Allerby to our team.

Tash will be working as a counsellor . Anne, a youth worker, will be managing Te Waka Waiora.

Te Waka Waiora is a supportive space in our school where students can be helped with their general wellbeing within the framework of the Te Whare Tapa Whā model.

To access guidacne/counselling support for rangatahi in our school please email

manaakitanga@spotswoodcollege.school.nz

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Ngā mihi nui

Leonie Sole

Poutautoko ( Guidance Counsellor)

We are thrilled to announce that Airana Ngarewa, a talented author and cherished member of our kura has written his second book, Patea Boys. This remarkable work will soon be available in both English and Te Reo o Taranaki, showcasing Airana's dedication to celebrating and preserving our unique cultural heritage.

Airana's commitment to storytelling in both languages is a testament to his passion for fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of our traditions and identity.

We extend our congratulations to Airana Ngarewa on this outstanding achievement. We eagerly anticipate the release of Pātea Boys and are proud to support his ongoing contributions to literature and our community.

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

The excitement is building as we eagerly anticipate our school’s upcoming production of Legally Blonde! This vibrant and energetic musical promises to be a highlight of the school year, showcasing the incredible talent and hard work of our students.

Based on the beloved film and stage musical, Legally Blonde tells the inspiring story of Elle Woods, a fashion-savvy sorority girl who surprises everyone by enrolling in Harvard Law School. Fueled by determination and a dash of sass, Elle navigates the challenges of academia and discovers her true potential, all while delivering a powerful message about self-belief and perseverance.

Our students have been rehearsing tirelessly to bring this story to life. From the catchy tunes and lively dance numbers to the witty dialogue and heartfelt moments, every aspect of the production is set to dazzle the audience. The cast has embraced their roles with enthusiasm, and their dedication shines through in every rehearsal.

The creative team, including our talented directors, choreographers, and set designers, has been working diligently to ensure that the stage is transformed into a dazzling backdrop for the show. With vibrant costumes, dynamic choreography, and an impressive set, the production will truly capture the essence of the bright and colorful world of Legally Blonde.

We invite everyone to join us for this spectacular event and support our students as they take the stage. It’s an opportunity to celebrate their hard work, enjoy a fantastic performance, and revel in the joy and energy that only a live musical can provide.

Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. Our students are excited to share their talent and passion with you, and we can’t wait for you to experience the magic of Legally Blonde!

It was a privilege to host our sister school, Hatsukaichi High School, for an exciting and enriching programme. This visit marked another wonderful opportunity to strengthen our international ties and foster meaningful cultural exchange between our students.

During their stay, students and staff from Hatsukaichi High School participated in a range of activities designed to celebrate our shared values and diverse traditions. Highlights of the programme including a pōwhiri, cultural workshops, academic exchange and social activities.

It was great to be able to share our school and community with our friends from Hatsukaichi High School. A special thanks to Sensei Reiko Smithers, Nicky Healy, Tracey Laurence, our rōpū kapa haka and host families!

Congratulations to Shyla Kennard (Year 10) for her results and achievements at the Wellington Short Course Swimming Championships in June.

Shyla came home with 3 age grade medals, 7 PBs and 2 NZ Short Course qualifying times in the 200m Backstroke and 200m Butterfly.

Ka mau te wehi Shyla! We wish you well for the New Zealand Short Course Championships later in the month.

Well done to Jahlia Manukonga-Te Uira (Year 9) who started Term 3 in Auckland, playing for the New Zealand U13 Indoor Netball team at the World Tri-Nations Tournament. Mīharo rawa atu Jahlia! An incredible achievement and no doubt the start of a long line of opportunities to come over the years.

Over the holidays we had a range of students playing in National Representative Tournaments.

- Taranaki Basketball: Komene Te Nana, Waylon Jones, Ashleigh Te Riini, Madison Abrams and Chloe Fisher

- Taranaki Netball: Sylvia Larkin, Amaia Sherry, Bella Tuavao, Tali Te Runa, Jahlia Manukonga and Robert Manu. Roberts’ mixed team unfortunately had to withdraw from the tournament the week prior, due to lack of entries.

- Taranaki Rugby League: Breez Manu and Paul Hinz, Taranaki Sharks U18

Well done to our school hockey team who recently completed their season, albeit prematurely. Enough cannot be said about how exciting it has been to say we have a school hockey team after 6 years. The team demonstrated perseverance and resilience in the face of weekly challenges, and their season regardless of results is a success. Big mihi to Whaea Zoe for taking the reins and challenging the notion that good players don’t make good coaches.

Spotswood College Netball is 3 weeks out from season end.

Pono remain undefeated in their netball season, something they have managed for 2 years straight. These girls love representing their school and playing together and the results reflect 2 years of hard work. Whakamana has been putting in the mahi as they juggle double headers, with less than ideal start times. Nonetheless, Whaea Lah has the team humming and has fostered a team culture for many students new to netball, where they can own their performances and enjoy the opportunities they get. A huge mihi to Whaea Lah and Tracey Schuler for your time and efforts with your teams.

Our basketball teams are toiling away working hard in the secondary schools leagues, with the senior boys and girls teams doing overtime in the NPBA Men’s and Women’s leagues. Our biggest growth sport at Spotswood College, the team of Mr Abrams, Mr Moratti and Matua Darryn Shaw have really started to build an exciting programme for our basketball playing students.

Term 3 of Spotswood College Volleyball League has started with a bang. Continuing on from the success of the inaugural Term 2 League; Mr Joe has students and our community engaged and creating a great playing opportunity for players from beginner to competitive. To see the gym packed from 4 - 9pm every Tuesday with people playing our most populous sport, we are certainly thankful for Mr Joe for offering this initiative to all.

Can we please remind any students who have any outstanding trophies to return them to school before the end of week 4.

The Emergence Art Awards is an exciting art competition and exhibition that highlights the talents of young and emerging artists aged 13 to 26 in Taranaki. It's a fantastic opportunity for these budding artists to showcase their work to a broader audience.

Four students from Te Waka Manaaki entered their pieces alongside 130 other hopefuls, including some with visual art degrees. Exhibiting at Percy Thompson Gallery was a wonderful experience for them, and they received great feedback from the judges.

A special shoutout to Alex Heather, who won his category (2D other than painting) and took home a $500 prize!

For Alex, the creative process is not linear. As a teenager with autism, he is not bound by conventional methods of creating and is comfortable in adopting new strategies.

His creations are vibrant and compelling, with a humorous perspective. Despite the intensity of his work, Alex finds a serene calmness in the action of creating, allowing him to focus and express himself fully.

His gridded work "OHIO" is diverse, ranging across various subject matter and techniques, showcasing his versatility. Each piece is a vivid exploration of his thoughts and emotions, bearing his signature "OHIO" like a graffiti artist's tag. The work stands as a testament to his unique perspective and expressive spirit.

Maddison Hinton's work, Alien Princesses, features a delightful collection of whimsical alien characters. The work showcases Maddison’s sophisticated use of colour and her quirky sense of fun. Each vividly detailed being has a unique name, personality, and story, offering a fascinating glimpse into Maddison’s creative journey, to which she dedicates herself daily!

Aidan Gray, a student with Down's Syndrome, has developed a unique and vibrant artistic style. His dynamic, multi-coloured works depict energy and movement with distinct lines from markers and pens, each shape and pattern thoughtfully placed. He has produced hundreds of pieces in both 2D and 3D. "For the Wall" showcases the depth and beauty of Aidan’s inner world through his meticulous use of line and colour.

Step into a world where imagination meets deep emotions with Brooklyn Ardern’s reimagining of "Where the Wild Things Are." In his version, "The Beast," the story goes beyond the surface to explore the human mind. It features a frightening creature struggling with self-loathing and depression, reaching out for help. Brooklyn’s work highlights the struggles many face because of their differences and calls for understanding and connection. It encourages us to reflect on our own vulnerabilities and open up discussions about life’s challenges.

WEEK 4

Monday 12th August - Year 9 (Class 2) Koru Programme Puke Ariki Museum Visit

Taranaki Careers Expo Trip for all Year 12 and 13s

Tuesday 13th August - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Thursday 15th August - Combined University and WITT Course Planning Session in the Staffroom from 9.30am to 11am

Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

WEEK 5

Tuesday 20th August - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Wednesday 21st August - Devon Intermediate Enrolments from 9am

TSSSA Hockey 7s in Stratford

School Production begins

Thursday 22nd August - Devon Intermediate Enrolments from 9am

Ōmata Enrolments from 11am

Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

WEEK 6

Monday 26th August - School Production continues this week

TSSSA Rotational SNAG

Board Meeting at 5.15pm

Tuesday 27th August - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Wednesday 28th August - Oakura Enrolments from 11.15am

Thursday 29th August - Puketapu Enrolments from 9.30am

Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

TSSSA Comp. Junior Volleyball

Friday 30th August - Otago Uni Course Planning Session from 9am to 10.30am

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WEEK 7

NZSS Winter Tournament Week

Monday 2nd September - SPC Senior Boys Basketball (NZSS Central Cup) at the TSB Stadium

Tuesday 3rd September - Sports and Teams Photos

SPC Football XI, NZSS 2nd XI Tournament at NPBHS

SPC Senior Boys Basketball (NZSS Central Cup) at the TSB Stadium

Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Wednesday 4th September - SPC Football XI, NZSS 2nd XI Tournament at NPBHS

SPC Senior Boys Basketball (NZSS Central Cup) at the TSB Stadium

Thursday 5th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

SPC Senior Boys Basketball (NZSS Central Cup) at the TSB Stadium

SPC Football XI, NZSS 2nd XI Tournament at NPBHS

WEEK 8

Tuesday 10th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

TSSSA Junior League 9s

Thursday 12th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Friday 13th September - Teachers Only Day

WEEK 9

Tuesday 17th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Wednesday 18th September - Student Led IDPs

Thursday 19th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Friday 20th September - Whole School Hui

TSSSA Ki O Rahi

WEEK 10

Mental Health Awareness Week

Monday 23rd September - TSSSA Road Relays

Board Meeting at 5.15pm

Tuesday 24th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Spotswood College Volleyball League in the Gym from 4pm to 9pm

Wednesday 25th September - Parent Teacher Interviews

Thursday 26th September - Poly Club in B16 at Kai 2

Friday 27th September - End of Term 3 Assembly

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.