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John Paul College, Rotorua
Whitworth Road, Rotorua. www.jpc.school.nz Ph: 07 3478 795 Fx: 07 3461 271
A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR THE JOHN PAUL COLLEGE COMMUNITY
Term 3, Issue 25 9th August 2021
Ma te pono Me te aroha – Through Faith and Love
2021 School Theme : Kia kaha, Kia māia, Kia manawanui
Be Strong, Be Brave, Be Steadfast
Dear Parents/ Caregivers
Kia Ora, Malo e Lelei, Talofa, Greetings
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
There is a direct correlation between school attendance and academic achievement. Every lesson your child misses is
a lost opportunity to learn and achieve. Furthermore, the longer they are absent from school the more difficult to catch
up, which creates anxiety and stress.
While JPC has overall excellent student attendance there are increasing numbers of senior students who are “picking
and choosing” when they come to school and for what classes. This is not only causing them educational disadvantage
it is unfair on their teachers who work so hard on on their behalf. It would be helpful if you would reinforce to your child
the importance of being at school every day and for all five classes.
WHANAU SUPPORT GROUP
Just a “heads up” the WSG will be holding a hui shortly and will invite existing and new members to join. This is an
excellent way to support the College on its bi cultural journey and to offer practical help to the various initiatives in the
school.
2022 ENROLMENTS
We had a record number of applications for 2022! This is testament to the outstanding achievements of the College and
a tribute to the dedication of our staff. Unfortunately, with a Ministry of Education imposed maximum roll we were not be
able to accommodate everyone.
If you or someone you know are seeking a future position at JPC, abiding by our enrolment criteria which is set by the
Ministry of Education and the Bishop of the Hamilton Diocese, a preference card noting the family connection to the
Catholic church is required.
If you have no Catholic family connection, I strongly encourage families to consider enquiring about and attending the
Baptismal Programme at the St Mary’s Church on Seddon Street, well in advance of making application to JPC. Enrolling
in the Baptismal Programme is for people with a genuine interest in becoming Catholic not simply as a “ticket” to get
into JPC. Once baptised the college will nurture their Faith and journey as a Catholic.
The programme is run twice a year and needs to be completed before the enrolment application can be considered from
the waiting list. Therefore, those seeking a 2023 position at JPC need to consider their preference status and enquire
at the St Mary’s Parish Office before the end of 2021.
God bless
Patrick Walsh
Principal
John Paul College
Student Representative Election for the Board of Trustees
Nominations are invited for the election of one Student Representative to the Board of Trustees.
Nomination forms can be obtained from the student counter or from Mrs Lock, Returning Officer. You must be in year
9-13 to be eligible to stand for election. The person nominating you must also sign the form and be a student enrolled
from year 9 to 13 at John Paul College.
Nominations close at noon on Friday 20th August and should be accompanied by a signed candidate’s statement. Please
deliver these to the box at student counter.
Voting is the week of 22nd September 2021.
This position requires you to attend at least two after school meetings a month, the main Board meeting may go until
after 8.30pm. Please consider whether you can fulfil these requirements including transport after hours before
submitting your nomination form.
Liz Lock
Returning Officer
UNIFORM SHOP
(Accessed through the side door of the administration building)
The Uniform Shop is open Mondays and
Wednesdays 8am - 2pm).
Uniforms can be ordered online
https://jpc.school.nz/uniform-shop/
EVENTS CALENDAR
check regularly for updates Amy Duckett - Uniform Shop Manager
AUGUST E: uniform@jpc.school.nz
9-12th Yr11 Retreats compulsory
10th Snr parent/Teacher Even’g
11th TEACHER ONLY DAY CONTACTING THE SCHOOL:
14th School Ball Student Counter– 8828
23-27th Daffodil Week For all absentees andstudent messages
SEPTEMBER Nurse = 8806
4th PTA 2nd Hand Sale 10-12 Fees = 8859
5-10 th AIMS Games Uniform Shop = 8856
15th Snr prelim exams commence Public Reception/ Enrolments = 8800
16th MCAT
17th Yr7 Parish Mass compulsory CONTACT THE DEANS
23rd 2022 Option Info Evening Y13 stephen.bloomfield@jpc.school.nz
30th Yr10 Market Day Y12 sherry.brewer@jpc.school.nz
30th Dancing With The Staff Y11 minka.webb@jpc.school.nz
OCTOBER Y10 terry.hughes@jpc.school.nz
1st Filipino Cultural Show 6-9pm Y9 paul.johnson@jpc.school.nz
1st 2022 Option selections due in Y8 sarah.collins@jpc.school.nz
1st Last day Term 3 Y7 brigit.nieuwboer@jpc.school.nz
25th Labour Day
27-29th Yr 8 Aquatic Programme
NOVEMBER
2nd Snr CoCurr’r P’giving 1-3pm
4th Snr P’giving/Graduation 6pm
DECEMBER
7th Y7/8 coculular 1pm
9th Yr 9/10 1pm WEEK
10th prizegiving 10am
The PTA are looking for clean
uniforms etc for resale.
Money raised goes towards helping
JPC families in need.
ABSOLUTE DENTAL VAN ONSITE
HUGELY SUCCESSFUL BLOOD DRIVE AT JPC The dental van will be onsite this term
NZ Blood wish to thank everyone who to see students (for free) in Years 9 to 13
donated at the JPC Blood Drive. who have enrolled with Absolute Dental.
This year was the best Blood Drive
result since 2014. If other students are wanting to be seen
(73 people attended and 61 units of please collect enrolment forms for
blood were gained) caregivers to fill in from student services.
congratulations
To our achievers – well done!
Congratulations to Kaitlyn Lamb who has been selected to represent New Zealand at the Youth Ag Summit. The
Youth Ag Summit connects and empowers the next generation of agricultural change-makers. Every two years, the
Youth Ag Summit brings together 100 global young leaders from across the globe for networking, debates, skills training
and project development to find answers to one of our most challenging questions; how to feed a hungry planet. Well
done Kaitlyn - this is well-deserved! Submitted by parent
Congratulations to Ronan McKenzie who has been selected for the NZ 2022 Youth World Championships High
Performance Water Polo Squad. This group will be preparing for 2022 FINA World Juniors Men's Championships to be
held in Brisbane 27th July to 7th August 2022. Submitted by parent
New Zealand Cross Country Championships 2021
Hannah Gapes has done it again, winning the NZ Junior Cross-Country Championships in Dunedin,
over the weekend. 6km in a time of 22:18m, 2nd place 23:14m, 3rd 23:28m
The top finishers get selection to the U20 World Junior Women in Bathurst, Australia.
Submitted by parent
THEcan
You 2021 HILLARY
watch CHALLENGE
her race on YouTubeGET2GO
Sky Sport Next: Session 1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N5AA0fFNR4U
This year John Paul College entered a record 3 teams in the Bay of Plenty round of the Year 9 and Year 10 Get2Go
Series. There were 24 teams of eight students from around the region in the event. The day started with an orienteering
course that required communication, problem solving, planning and decision making while under time pressure.
This was followed by an hour of frantic indoor climbing at The Wall. The third activity was a kayaking relay based at the
Waka Ama club at lake Okareka, requiring both strength and endurance as the teams had a significant portage section
each lap.
For their fourth and final activity after a day of rain, the students absolutely loved the opportunity to to hit the
Whakarewarewa trails in the mud. This action-packed race had several injuries as students pushed their bodies to new
limits.
A big thank you to all of the parents who were there on the day to support and transport our teams, without whom we
wouldn’t be able to attend such an event.
Results
JPC Year 10 team 4th Overall
Brendon Caley Delana Trask Nathan Clapperton James Gaston
Emma Hickson Morgan Maccormick Ryan Logan
JPC Year 9 Team 5th Overall
Imogen Blundell Caleb Campbell Sophie Flinn Kate Hastings
Jaxson Matthews Tegan Negus Maiah Ngawhika Matti McGregor
Tyler Phillips
JPC Intermediate development team 16th Overall
Hannah Hickson James McGregor Poppy Petterson Arwen Barker
Jeremy Billing Will Flinn Jess Rowley Lillie Pearson
congratulations
To our achievers – well done!
SPEECH NEW ZEALAND
Speech and Drama Results for 2nd examination tour. Examiner Mrs Melda Townsley of Wellington.
Grade 5
Ihita Nath – Honours Imogen Blundell – Honours Maiah Ngawhika – Honours
Grade 6
Gargi Vaidya – Honours Plus Hannah Shilton – Honours Plus Ella Broadley – Honours Plus
Ranithu Rodrigo – Honours Plus Tate Tisdall – Honours Plus Connor Potter – Honours Plus
Tiare Savea – Honours Plus Hannah Seo – Honours Molly Blezard-James – Honours
Nikita Pola – Honours Lilyanasis Kautz – Honours Anusha Sharma – Honours
Ihita Nath – Honours Emma Beck – Honours Nishali Patel - Honours
Johnathan Morell – Merit Plus Karim Efremov - Merit
Grade 7
Nancy Farmer-Antonio – Honours Plus
Grade 8
Soo Jung Jin – Honours Plus Carys Chapman – Honours Plus Leo Schweizer - Honours
Veronica Chen – Merit Plus Hollie Cooke – Merit Plus Lillian Muir - Merit
Associate of Speech New Zealand (ASB)
Mia Page – Pass Dana Kuchler Merit Hannah Muir - Merit
Harper Lass – Distinction Ashleigh Pola – Distinction Madeline Potter –Distinction
Matthew Veitch – Distinction
Nominations for the Rotorua Civic Arts Scholarship (RCAT) 2nd tour for outstanding work is Nancy Farmer and Carys
Chapman. Congratulations to you both -.
Gabrielle Thurston HoD Drama
SUCCESS AT TRAMPOLINE NATIONALS
Tyla Black, Louie Schweizer and Isabel McCashin competed in
nationals over the holidays in Auckland! Amazing to watch and
awesome results.
Louie Schweizer (12y) he competed in the 13-14y old boys,
Double Mini Trampoline 14th and Trampoline 14th.
Isabel McCashin competed in 11-12 year old girls and came,
4th for synchro trampolining and 11th in trampoline and finishing off with a 3rd in Double mini.
Tyler Black came 5th place in junior international and for double mini Tyla came 1st
Submitted by parent
Kia ora tātou. Warm greetings to you all from the Counsellors.
Boredom – It’s not all bad!
It’s good to be past the shortest day and moving again towards more sunshine and the promise
of springtime. Winter can be challenging with its colder weather and fewer daylight hours. With
less opportunity to get outside, it’s easy for us all, including our young people, to become more
heavily reliant on screens for entertainment. It’s seldom we find ourselves without something
to occupy us online. Because of this, our experiences with boredom are fleeting. But actually,
science suggests that boredom is really good for our mental health!
For our young people, having a break from social media and other screen usage, provides respite from the hyper-
stimulation of long periods with multiple draws on their attention. The space caused by boredom can be the only time
the brain is in peace with time to rest, reflect and recharge. It also provides the space for creativity, because when
there’s no external stimuli, our mind looks inward to create our own stimulation through using our imaginations. Keeping
this in mind can perhaps make it easier for us, as adults, to hold the line for more down time away from screens when
we hear that familiar phrase, “I’m bored!”
On other matters, we’ve been busy in counselling over recent weeks, with some initiatives to support our young people.
• We are currently undertaking safety surveys with Years 7-12 students. This provides students with the
opportunity to speak up about any concerns around bullying, either for themselves, or for other students.
Students fill out a paper survey during form time, and also have an opportunity to submit information via email
if they prefer. All information comes to the counsellors for follow up in consultation with the Deans.
• Following on from the Loves-Me-Not programme last term, some of our students have embraced the
opportunity to share the message of safe and healthy relationships with the wider student community through
a poster competition for years 7 – 10 students. The competition closes this Friday with great prizes up for grabs.
(Well done Mary Ortega and Aliyana Chan for organising this). Also, a poster of safety helplines is currently
being produced for display in bathrooms around the school. (An idea promoted by Finley Gielen-Lilley).
• In collaboration with REAL, groups to support some of our young people with strategies for dealing with anxiety,
low mood and regulating big emotions, have been running at school and off site.
• Next week, SAFETALK training will be undertaken by a group of senior students.
The TALK steps enable a student connector helper to confidently have a conversation with another student
who has disclosed worries of thoughts about suicide and connect them safely to the necessary support.
Please remember, we always welcome your comments, feedback or questions, or requests for support if you have any
concerns for your young person.
Nga mihi nui kia koe
Nancy Macmillan nancy.macmillan@jpc.school.nz Ph 3478795 Extn 8854
Neil Carter neil.carter.@jpc.school.nz Ph 3478795 Extn 8808
NEWS FROM THE SPORTS DESK
Only a month away is 2 major sporting events.
After the cancellation of 2020 games due to COVID. Nearly 11,000 intermediate-
aged athletes will descend on Tauranga this September as the NZ AIMS GAMES
continues its remarkable record-breaking run.
350 schools from around New Zealand have entered. Nearly another 14,000 with
turn out to officiate or support the teams. The games are hosted at a range of
venues across the Western Bay of Plenty.
The tournament has grown every single year since it started in 2004.
2022 Indoor Cricket will be introduced as a new sport.
I have officiated at Water Polo, referring 3 finals in that time. The atmosphere for finals is crazy, with the venue packed
with supporters, lucky the whistle is loud and can be heard over the screaming supports.
JPC will be sending 149 year 7 & 8 students to compete in, Cross Country, Futsal, Golf, GymSport, Netball, Rugby
7’s Boys, Squash, Basketball Boys, 3x3 Basketball Mix, Sport Climbing, BMX, Swimming and Water Polo.
He waka eke noa. We’re all in this together.
A big thank you in advance to all the parents that are involve with Coaching, managing,
officiating, and transporting our students to Secondary Schools Winter Games and NZ
AIMS Games. Without your commitment, and giving of your personal time, our
students won’t be able to compete.
Thank you for your support on behalf of our students.
PLAY HARD, PLAY FAIR, HAVE FUN
Arthur Faulkner. Sports Director.
JPC COLLECTING FOR THE SVDP FOOD BANK FAITH IN ACTION WINTER WARMTH
A huge thank you to those who have donated to the food DRIVE CONTINUES
bank this term. We will continue collecting in Term 3. Duvets/inners, blankets, sleeping bags, sheets,
towels, pillow cases
All food items donated earn 20 house points per item or Jackets, beanies, socks, gloves
100 house points per 4 items. The items can be new or used and clean.
I hope you can help the Food Bank. The items can be dropped off to the public reception.
Mrs G Cook Please contact us via our teacher Mrs
Teacher in Charge E: Gillian.cook@jpc.school.nz Aislabie veronica.aislabie@jpc.school.nz if you have
any queries. Thank you in anticipation for supporting
this very worthy cause
CAREERS FACEBOOK GROUPS
Seniors are invited to join the following groups:
JPC Year 11 Careers
2021 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1692818690885017
JPC Year 12 Careers
2021 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2787334874658015
JPC Year 13 Careers
2021 https://www.facebook.com/groups/337560853461611
This is the main way our department communicates news,
events and updates. We also communicate via the Careers
Dept section of the school website, and through daily student
notices. Parents and students can access careers information
via the school website https://jpc.school.nz/our-school/careers-
gateway/
Tēnā koutou katoa
Applications are now open for the Poutama Scholarships.
These are fully-funded scholarships that provide a wonderful opportunity for
students of Māori descent (entering year 12 or 13 in 2022) to participate in
the weeklong Hands-On at Otago programme. The successful applicants will
travel to Dunedin from Sunday 16 to Friday 21 January 2022 to experience a week
of serious fun!
To apply online for both Hands-On at Otago and a Poutama scholarship, please use this
link: https://www.otago.ac.nz/hands-on-at-otago/application
For general information on Hands-On at Otago: https://www.otago.ac.nz/hands-on-at-otago
All scholarship applications must be received by Friday 24 September 2021.
THE ROTARY NATIONAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY FORUM 2022
The Rotary National Science & Technology Forum is designed to encourage top performers in Year 12 at school to
study and ultimately enter careers in Science, Mathematics and Technology or related fields. This programme is aimed
at outstanding students from across New Zealand. For those students who are selected, the Forum provides the
opportunity to facilitate their personal growth, develop their leadership skills and for them to establish a wider network
of peers. Historically, the feedback from students who are selected for the Forum has indicated that they develop a
renewed motivation and determination to succeed after they have attended it.
High levels of academic performance are not the sole criteria for consideration. Today’s society demands that high
achieving individuals be well rounded, open-minded people who possess strong communication skills and the ability to
recognise the value of and embrace arts, culture and recreation.
The registration fee is $1995. This covers the cost of accommodation, all meals and most activities. Transport costs for
students who reside beyond a 150 km radius of Auckland will also be covered.
Applications are now being sought by Rotary Clubs from high achieving Year 12 Science, Mathematics and Technology
students for The Rotary National Science & Technology Forum to be held in Auckland from 8 – 22 January 2022.
Applications need to reach the local Rotary Club by Monday, 30 August 2021.
Eligible students:
• Must be Year 12 students who intend to return to school in Year 13 in the year of the Forum;
• Must possess very good academic records with standards achieved at Excellence level in Science, Mathematics
and Technology subjects; ideally these students will be in the top 10% of well-rounded, high achieving students;
• Should be intending to complete tertiary studies in the Sciences, Mathematics and/or Technology fields in New
Zealand;
• Should be intending to pursue a career in the Sciences, Mathematics, and/or Technology fields;
• Should possess strong communication skills and good, all round general knowledge;
• Should have a well-balanced personality and strong interpersonal skills;
• Should participate in a range of extra-curricular and cultural activities;
• Should be able to manage the physical demands of the terrain that needs to be covered throughout the Forum
within tight timeframes (this includes steep hills and many stairs to be climbed);
• Must hold NZ permanent residency or be citizens.
Please see Ms Ludascher for a student brochure and application form.
CAREERS STAFF
Mrs Sheryl Hewitson – Careers & Transition Coordinator
E: sheryl.hewitson@jpc.school.nz
Mrs Sherry Brewer - Junior School Careers Advisor E: sherry.brewer@jpc.school.nz
Mrs Jan Thompson – Careers Assistant E: jan.thompson@jpc.school.nz
Ms Rachael Hindrup – Gateway Coordinator E: rachael.hindrup@jpc.school.nz
KEY DATES
AUGUST
20th Massey University Campus Visit Day - Wellington
21st Massey University Campus Visit Day - Auckland
20th Victoria University Open Day
20th Otago University Radiation Therapy On campus Open Day, 3-5pm, Wellington campus
28th AUT Open Day on Campus
28th University of Auckland Open Day, City Campus
SEPTEMBER
9th UC Open Day
COMING EVENTS:
UNIVERSITY COURSE PLANNING DATES 2021
Lincoln University – Monday 23rd August 9am. In front Meeting Room.
WINTEC – Wednesday 25th August 11am. In front Meeting Room.
Canterbury University – Thursday 26th August 10am. In front Meeting Room.
Victoria University – Tuesday 31st August 9-11am. In front Meeting Room.
Auckland University Course Planning Monday 6th September 10.30am
Massey University Course planning Thursday 9th September 9am.
Otago University –Thursday 23rd September 8.30am. In front Meeting Room.
Course Planning will be held in the Front Meeting Room next to the Main Reception.
Appointment Schedules are now available in the Careers Office for Year 13s to register. Please ensure you make an
appointment time.
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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING?
Do you want to complete an apprenticeship when you leave school?
We are looking for a trades assistant to work after school, with the opportunity to become full time and lead into an
apprenticeship for the right person.
If this sounds like you, contact Anna at Vortex Mechanical (part of the Vortex Group) on 0211206178 to set up a time to
meet.
https://www.vortex-group.nz/small-hydro-turbine
*The careers team here at school can help you with your CV and with interview skills.*
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DEFENCE FORCE OPPORTUNITY
The Defence Force is planning a base visit to Waiouru at the end of this month in the hope of showcasing one of their
trades in the NZ Army.
From Sunday the 29th to Tuesday the 31st of August, Gunners from the Army will be doing some training in Waiouru.
Defence Recruiting will be hosting a group of students interested in a career in the Army to visit the base, see the
Gunners in action and get a 'feel' of what the Army is like. Numbers are limited so sign up in Careers now.
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OTAGO UNIVERSITY
Study to become a qualified Radiation Therapist and work in a fast-paced high-tech environment which also involves
patient care. If you are looking for a health career that combines science, caring and technology, this three-year degree
is a great choice. Taught from our Wellington campus, it opens up excellent career opportunities in cancer care.
1) Virtual Information Evening, 5-6pm Thursday 5 August
This will be very similar to last year’s very popular Zoom event and gives those thinking about RT the opportunity to
hear from a few students and learn about what this career entails, including Q&A with current students.
2) Radiation Therapy On campus Open Day, 3-5pm Friday 20 August, Wellington campus
Please visit this link for more information and to
register: https://www.otago.ac.nz/wellington/departments/radiationtherapy/
UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YEAR 13 STUDENTS
MoneyHub, a consumer finance website, has published a guide to hundreds of scholarships for any student planning to
start university in 2022. The comprehensive list includes scholarships offered by every university as well as those
specifically available to local students. A list of privately-funded, Maori, Pacific and International university scholarships
completes the list.
Applications close throughout the year, with tens of millions of dollars available. MoneyHub has also published a list of
tips for scholarship success.
For more details and to find suitable scholarships, visit the MoneyHub Scholarship page
Parents please check out this MoneyHub guide. Scholarship application deadlines are creeping closer.
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STUDYLINK
Studylink helps students make informed choices about their student finance, how to apply for it and manage it online.
Follow this link for help with what you need to do when you are starting to study:
https://www.studylink.govt.nz/starting-study/
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The KEYSTONE TRUST STUDY AWARDS are the premium industry scholarships offered to students taking up studies
for a career in the property and construction sector.
Study Awards are available to school leavers who meet our eligibility criteria and will be entering their first year of tertiary
study in 2022. There are up to 10 Study Awards available for 2022. https://keystonetrust.org.nz/keyst.../keystone-study-
awards/
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THE 2021 PWC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME IS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS!
-The PwC Scholarship supports students who are facing financial and personal hardship restricting their ability to enter
tertiary education
-Mā te Huruhuru Ka Rere te Manu Scholarship to support talented young Māori students
Please support and encourage your eligible students to take the opportunity and apply for our PwC Scholarship
programme. Our Scholarship recipients will receive a PwC mentor, $7,000 towards university fees and career
opportunities post study. Students can apply via our website - www.pwc.co.nz/scholarship
Closes 13 August.
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UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA
Applications for the Te Herenga Waka─Victoria University of Wellington school-leaver scholarships are now open.
There are three scholarships available:
Tangiwai Scholarship, which celebrates excellence, both academic and outside the classroom. Worth $5,000.
Totoweka Scholarship, focused on equity and support, for students who are Māori or Pasifika, come from socio-
economically disadvantaged or refugee backgrounds, or have a disability. Worth $5,000.
Kahotea Scholarship for outstanding achievement, worth $30,000 over three years.
International students studying at New Zealand high schools can apply for the Wellington International Excellence
Scholarship. The New Zealand International School-Leaver Grant is also available.
Applications close at 4.30 pm, Wednesday 1 September. Full details of the scholarship regulations are available on
our website.www.wgtn.ac.nz/scholarships
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BCITO
We know that tools will be one of your students' biggest costs if they're starting an apprenticeship in the next few
months. We're here to help with that. By applying for a myBCITO Tools Grant they could get $1,000 to put
towards tools. We've got 30 myBCITO Tools Grants available right now. Get in quick, applications close 20 August.
More information here: https://bcito.org.nz/scholarships/mybcito-tools-
grant/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2021%20Tools%20grant%20teachers&utm_content=2021%20Tools%20gr
ant%20teachers+CID_a17c9764a54134856e1aef67102fbe64&utm_source=Campaign%20Monitor%20Email%20Marke
ting&utm_term=Find%20out%20more
AUT UNIVERSITY UPDATES AND INFORMATION
Programme updates:
Perioperative Practice. Study Perioperative Practice - Bachelor of Health Science - AUT. Starting from 2022, a
new major will be available in the Bachelor of Health Sciences. Perioperative Practice trains students to become
anesthetic technicians. (subject to final approval)
At the moment there is a shortage of anesthetic technicians in New Zealand, to the extent that the profession is on
Immigration NZ regional skill shortage list.
One reason for this is that until now, in order to study and train to become an anesthetic technician, applicants had to
already be working in a hospital environment, which itself was a barrier to entry. Qualified anesthetic technicians
generally earn between $51,000 and $79,000 and those in management positions earn higher.
AUT accommodation is on a first come first served basis. It does tend to fill up so it won’t hurt to get an application in
quickly. To apply students will need a student ID number, and so they need to have already applied for a programme.
This is for:
The Akoranga Student Village on the North Shore Campus ($289 per week)
The one bedroom studio apartments on Mayoral Drive City Campus ($375 per week)
The flat-style apartments on Wellesley Street City Campus ($275 – small room, $299 – medium room, $319 – large
room)
Applications. Student online application - AUT – applications are already open. Students can already get a provisional
(conditional) offer which will reserve a place for them in the programme.
Scholarships. Secondary Schools Scholarships - AUT- Applications for scholarships are now open and close on the
1st of September. The scholarships this year have changed slightly from last year.
The value has increased now to $14,000 ($8,000 in the first year, then $4,000 in the second, and $2,000 in the third
year) (previously the scholarships were only worth $6500).
What was previously called the New Horizons scholarship is now called Hiki Ake Lift Up. Previously this scholarship
was only for students from a decile 1 – 4 school. Now it’s for any student who is experiencing financial hardship or has
been disadvantaged due to personal circumstances.
For students living outside of Auckland, there is also a new scholarship ‘Welcome to Auckland’. The value of this
scholarship is $17,000 ($11,000 towards accommodation in the first year, $4,000 towards fees in the second year, and
$2,000 towards fees in the third year). This scholarship, like the others is based on academic results and leadership/
extracurricular activities.
Art and Design Portfolio. Art-Design-Portfolio-Guidelines-Digital-2020-Update-v1.pdf (aut.ac.nz). 24th September.
Architecture Portfolio. Portfolio guidelines: applying to study architecture - AUT. 18th November.
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UPDATE FROM AUCKLAND UNIVERSITY:
Open Day 2021
The University of Auckland Open Day 2021 will be held on campus on our City Campus on Saturday 28 August 2021
from 9am – 3:30pm.
For those travelling to Auckland, our bus registrations are now open and students are able to register their seat on
these free buses. Seats are limited so please encourage your students to visit openday.ac.nz to register which will then
allow students to click on the links to register for the buses.
https://www.opendayonline.ac.nz/Register?utm_medium=print&utm_campaign=OpenDay2021&utm_content=&utm_so
urce=friendlyURL
Students who have registered via the openday.ac.nz page will be able to view the Open Day programme, bus timetable
and Open Day timetable by signing in at openday.ac.nz.
Ngā Wharenoho / Accommodation
Applications from school leavers for accommodation for the 2022 year are now open.
To find out further information on how to apply, accommodation fees, and accommodation options for school leavers
please visit see our website for further information
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SCHOOL-LEAVER AND FIRST-YEAR SCHOLARSHIPS
Applications for the University of Auckland school-leaver and first-year scholarships are now open. For further details of
these scholarships please visit our website for further information.
Applications for the school-leaver and first-year scholarships, including the Vaka and Waka Moana Scholarships, will
be closing on 25 August 2021.
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UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND SUMMER START SCHOLARSHIP
Applications for the University of Auckland Summer Start Scholarship are now open. This scholarship offers
accommodation to students from outside the Auckland area or with significant travel times within the Auckland area,
who have left secondary school or kura in the previous two years and who are attending Summer School before
starting their degree in Semester One 2022.
Applications will close on 18 October 2021. For further information and to view the regulations for this scholarship
please visit University of Auckland Summer Start Scholarship.UPDATE FROM UNIVERSITY OF CANTERBURY
We look forward to seeing your students on campus.
The best time for students to visit our attractive and welcoming campus is during Rā Tōmene | UC Open Day on 9
September 2021. Please encourage your students to register for this event or a campus tour if they want to visit
sooner.
https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/events/tours-and-events/open-
days/?_cldee=c2hlcnlsLmhld2l0c29uQGpwYy5zY2hvb2wubno%3d&recipientid=contact-
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Scholarships for NZ high school students now open
UC offers a range of scholarships for high school students intending to enrol in undergraduate study. Applications
close on 15 August 2021. See scholarship info, including a webinar with tips for
applicants: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/engage/school-
resources/liaison/scholarships/?_cldee=c2hlcnlsLmhld2l0c29uQGpwYy5zY2hvb2wubno%3d&recipientid=contact-
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Accommodation applications
Applications for UC student halls of residence open on 1 August. The 2022 Accommodation Guide is on our website
along with a range of new videos giving insights into the various halls – these are useful if students are unable to visit
before selecting their three preferences by 22 September: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/life/accommodation/landing-
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guide.pdf?_cldee=c2hlcnlsLmhld2l0c29uQGpwYy5zY2hvb2wubno%3d&recipientid=contact-
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Takere is now an Accommodation Scholarship for Māori and Pacific students
Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury welcomed 37 Māori and Pacific ākonga (students) onto the
Takere pilot programme in January. These amazing ākonga transitioned well into tertiary study and spent their first
semester successfully navigating university life. Their experiences and feedback have led to adaptations for 2022. Key
changes include an increased stipend of $1,200 (paid as a $400 fortnightly allowance for six weeks), needs-based
subsidised accommodation at a UC student hall throughout first year and an extension of the programme to six weeks.
Applications for the Takere Scholarship can be made from the Scholarship website.
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