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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 2, Issue 16 23rd May 2022
Ma te pono Me te aroha – Through Faith and Love
2022 School Theme
“Mauria Te Pono” Believe In Yourself
Tēnā koutou katoa,
The Board of Trustees is delighted to announce the appointment of Justin Harper as the next Principal of JPC.
As the colder weather sets in it becomes difficult to maintain our La Sallian zeal for sports practices, preparation
for mid-year exams or even getting to school on time! Please offer what support and encouragement you can to
your children to get them through the next few weeks. Remember we have Homework Club every Monday and
Wednesday from 3:20 pm to 5:00pm to support them. We also have deans and counsellors to talk matters
through if students are in need of support.
We celebrate JPC Day this Wednesday; it is our 35th birthday.
A reminder that the school day commences with Form Time at 8.35am and students are expected to attend in
order to be signed in on the roll, hear daily notices etc. Late students are reminded to sign in at the student
counter. Senior students who bring their own vehicles and park either at Mackillop or on the adjoining streets are
reminded they are not to leave the campus and go to their cars during the school day unless they are have signed
out for an appointment.
The Wednesday Mass, commencing in the school chapel at 8.10am is available not only to students but also
parents and members of the Parish to attend. It is a great way to start the day and to feel part of the JPC whanau.
Please encourage your children to attend.
The photo shoot codes have been distributed. Please ask your child for these. The FREE DELIVERY period
expires at midnight Sunday May 29th.
Our Years 10-13 will have the opportunity to attend the Careers Expo this week. I encourage parents to have a
discussion with their children for their impression on a possible career path which will assist their subject selection
going forward
Nga mihi
Maree Stewart
Acting Principal
JPC ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP REPORT
John Paul College has officially partnered with the Bay of
Plenty Regional Council to continue the ongoing work to restore
the riparian margin of the Utuhina Stream. The mahi involves
the removal of invasive plant species, mammal predator
control, the germination and planting of native trees, rubbish
removal, and track building. Students will have the opportunity
to get involved and help out over the course of the year.
To get the ball rolling The Bay
of Plenty Regional Council
has provided the John Paul
College Environmental
working group with $1500
worth of tools and equipment.
Mr Paul Billing
Mr Craig Symes
TiC of the JPC Environmental
Working Group
JPC UNIFORM SHOP
Open Mondays & Wednesdays
8am to 2.00pm
Please purchase the school uniform via our website, Click
on the Uniform Shop button on the home page
at http://jpcschool.co.nz/.
The academic year at a glance….. We will email you when your order is ready for collection.
June Please note students will not be able to try items on in the
3-6th National Shakespeare Comp-TG/SC shop, but you can take home to try and then swap as
8-10th Mid Year Exams needed.
July Amy Duckett
2/3rd Rotorua Speech/Drama Comp-TG/SC Uniform Shop Manager
August
1-5th Speech NZ Exams
4th Australian Maths Comp
12/13th Chanel Shield
23-26th Snr Assessment – Religious Studies
September Kia pai tō koutou rā
19-22nd Prelim Exams – SP Have a nice day
October
17-21st Snr Assessment – Religious Studies (three or more people)
EVENTS TO DIARISE:
MAY
24/25th Yr12 ABL Camp - CP
25th JPC Day
26/27th Careers Expo – HS
JUNE
6th Queen’s Birthday
6-8th Yr13 ABL Camp - CP
7th Teacher Only Day
11th Garage Sale/Carwash-Ball F’raiser
14/16/17th Year 12 Retreats compulsory
20-23rd Matariki celebrations
22nd
24th
Yr10 Market Day
Matariki Holiday
AND
JULY
7th Arts Showcase 6.30-9.30pm
8th End of Term 2
30th School Ball
AUGUST
1st-2nd Year 7 Noho Marae
4/5th Yr12/13 Drama Production-7.30-10pm
16/18/19th Yr 9 Retreats compulsory
22nd Teacher Only Day
25th Snr Drama Trip
25th Team/Group Photos Saturday 11th June
29th-Sept 2nd Winter Tournament 8am-1pm at the Mackillop Campus.
SEPTEMBER The JPC Ball Committee will be hosting a Garage Sale
9/10th HuiHui Festival of Dance – RS and Car-Wash to fundraise for the 2022 Ball. The JPC
29th Dancing with the Staff community, friends and families are invited to come along
30th End of Term 2 and support our student fundraiser – get your car washed
OCTOBER while you browse for a bargain.
2-5th Camp La Salle - HT
Donations needed: The committee would be greatly
appreciative if you have any unwanted goods to donate.
We are looking for good condition household items, toys,
books, kitchen items, bric-a-brac etc PLEASE NO
CLOTHES. These can be dropped off to N1 or the front
reception. We thank you in advance for any donated items.
Mrs N Fraser
Teacher in Charge E: nicky.fraser@jpc.school.nz
congratulations
ROCKCLIMBING REPORT
Congratulations to the JPC Year 7 and 8 climbing team
who won FASTEST SCHOOL at the BOP climbing
champs in Tauranga on Friday. The day was filled with
loads of fun, laughter and hard work.
A big thanks to Nathan Clapperton and Flossy Smith for
coaching, guiding and helping on the day.
ALL students did incredibly well and many other
schools commented on the great talent we have
throughout our entire squad.
A massive congratulations to the following.
William Schweizer 2nd Year 7and 8 boys
Hamish Chapman 3rd Year 7 and 8 boys.
Bring on AIMS games!!
Talita Clapperton
Teacher in Charge
LEGEND OF THE LAKE AMAZING RESULTS
On Saturday 21 May “Generation Homes Legend of The Lake”
Open Water Swim Event part of Banana Boat Ocean Swim Series
took place at the Lake Tikitapu, seeing swimmers from all around
the country to come and take part.
This event has been previously postponed from date back in March.
It was a cold andwindy day setting up a challenging conditions for
the brave swimmers taking part.
JPC swimmers from the Swim Rotorua Club have achieved some fantastic results and
showed real tenacity and courage in the choppy waters.
Ryan Logan (14) was first up in a gutsy 3,5km swim around the lake. Ryan achieved
fantastic 2nd placing in his age group in a tough event.
Karolina Joyce (14) swam hard to achieved wonderful 1st overall placing in 1km event.
Her effort saw her get three 1st placings in a three different categories (1st overall, 1st
female, 1st in age group) and it was great to see a local young female swimmer to take out
the whole 1 km event.
Nicky Logan (11) showed real perseverance as the youngest member of the team and
swam for a superb 3rd placing in his age group in the 1km event.
Submitted by Kristina Joyce
School Liaison Coordinator
CBOP BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIP
A huge congratulations to our Year 9 and 10 Badminton squad who competed at the CBOP badminton
championships. It was a great day had by all with loads of competition and great teamwork and even more fun. We
had some fantastic results this year.
Girls champions: Zoe Calkin, Lor Majestral, Rosa Hingston, Dana
Patrocinio
Boys champions: Alan Antony, Mickey Wu, Daya Vishnukumar,
Samuel Maaka-Fang.
Boys 3rd place: Robert Hermano, Alex Dault, Charles Nacar,
Gabrielle Forte.
Mrs T Clapperton
Teacher in Charge
FOOTBALL NEWS
The Girls' First XI Football team had an exciting game against Rotorua Girls High School last week and racked up a
score of 4-0 after an exerting and tremendous effort from their players. The game was held at the Girl's High field and
with much enthusiasm and confidence, they were able to dominate and keep the ball in their half for the majority of
the game.
This was the first game of the season and a great start at that! Special mentions go to Allie Clarke, who kept the
midfielders in check, Melanie Van der Bruggen who was steady in goal, Jasmine Donaldson who was clearing the
back line, Nishali Patel who was fast and speedy up front, Emma Hickson for scoring the opening goal, and
to Kendall Williams who got player of the day for being a consistent strong wall in the defence.
Stephen Bloomfield
Teacher in Charge: Football
JPC RUGBY NEWS
JPC U14s had an away game at Whakatane High School on Saturday.
The weather was great over at the coast and the conditions were perfect. The team were down a few key role players
and knew they were up against a determined Whakatane opposition. After 10 minutes of defending the Whakatane
side scored the first unconverted try. A few minutes later our JPC boys counter-attacked and scored a brilliant team
effort try with a successful conversion going into the half 7-5 ahead.
The second half both teams were tired after a lot of physical first half rugby. The John Paul boys dug deep and played
with a lot of heart to score another converted try to go 14-5 ahead.
Soon after, Whakatane hit back again with their own driven efforts to score their next try to make it a close 14-10 with
10 minutes to play.
With sustained attack from our boys against Whakatane's try line the pressure mounted and we capitalized on a
Whakatane mistake to get the last try over the line and another successful conversion with the final score 21-10 to
John Paul College.
It was a relentless physical game against Whakatane, but the boys held their composure, worked hard as a team once
again and came away with their win. Great effort U14s let's keep up the momentum.
“Thanks again to the supporters and an early transportation to get over there for a 10.30 kick-off.”
From the Coaching Team.
This week the JPC 1st XV hosted Tauranga Boys College 3XV
at home. The wind was incredibly blustery which was going to
impact on how the game played out. We started the game with
passion which paid off with a try to Heath Buckley in the 7th
minute with Heath converting his own try in a difficult crosswind.
Kaleb Frew scored the first of his three tries in the 19th minute.
We then spent some time defending our line with solid tackles
which TBC managed to break through and get on the scoreboard.
Iha Hepi and Kaleb crossed the line again before the half to see us
leading 22 -7 at the halftime mark. The boys were told to empty the
tank in the second half as the bench would come into play and
that's exactly what they did. Caleb Barker crossed the try line 2
minutes into this half. We then turned to defence as TBC managed
another try. Two well set up quick tries saw Jack Gallon cross
the line for us. Our bench players made the desired impact on the
field and Kaleb scored once again before the end of the game.
Final score 44 -14. Player of the day went to Logan Hawthorne.
Special mentions Kaleb Frew for his 3 tries, Jack G for his 2 tries –
Photo credits Kim Gillespie
5 in 2 games! Caleb Barker, Iha Hepi, Dylan Meyer and Heath
Buckley.
Next week we are heading to Te Puke to play Te Puke High School 1XV.
I'd also like to say a “huge thank you to Trudy Edwards and all the parents who provided and helped with the after-
match kai”.
Have a great week everyone
Rochelle Wolland
Rugby Manager
congratulations We congratulate ex pupil Danielle Cooper who recently graduated from University of Otago with a Bachelor of Laws with 1st Class Honours and Bachelor of Arts. JOHN PAUL COLLEGE EQUESTRIAN Alex Lester, Izzy Chesby, Holly Sands and Greer van den Broek competed in the North Island Secondary Schools Horse Trials Event at the National Equestrian Center in Taupo at the weekend. Over two days they did a Dressage test, a Showjumping round and rode a Cross Country course. Our team was placed 15th in their Class and Holly Sands was 5th individual in her group. A wonderful team effort. Congratulations girls. Colleen Graham TIC Equestrian HOCKEY NEWS Year 7 & 8 The following trainings this week are as follows: JPC Red & Blue teams, Monday 3.45pm - 5pm at the Rotorua Hockey turf, Devon Street. If you are walking down to the turf, meet Ms Northey at the Kahu Street entrance at 3.15pm. You will see Ms Northey, who is on duty. JPC Green, Wednesday after school, 3.20pm - 4.45pm on the JPC turf. JPC Pongo, Thursday after school, 3.20pm - 4.45pm on the JPC turf. The Year 7 & 8 opening tournament is this Friday, 27th May at the Rotorua Hockey Association venue on Devon Street. It is a 6 a side tournament. Our 11 a side team, JPC Black will be divided into 2 teams to play. Secondary Hockey The BoPHa secondary competition starts this week for our 1st X1 girls’ and boys’ teams. The girls are in the A grade and the boys are in the B grade competitions. The fee for the secondary players is $240 per player. This covers the $100 BoPHA and NZ Hockey affiliation, for umpiring, use of the RHA turf for practices and game costs. This does not cover use of the school vans for transportation outside of Rotorua. Use of the school vans will be invoiced at the end of the season. The girls’ team will train on Mondays on the RHA turfs after school and the boys’ on the Wednesdays, starting at 3.45pm. Please note that it is a 3.45pm start. Ms B Northey TIC Hockey E: barb.northey@jpc.school.nz
ASTROTURF COVER
We are excited to announce the project to cover the Astroturf at JPC has been approved by the Catholic Diocese
of Hamilton.
Covering the Astroturf will provide shade for our tamariki and rangitahi during the summer, cover from the rain
during the winter and enable more usability of the space for the JPC community.
The Special Project Fund, formally the Development Levy, is the portion of the school contribution that funds this
project supported by the Catholic Diocese of Hamilton.
The next step is for the Diocesan to appoint a project manager to manage the process. We will provide further
updates as the project develops.
Anna Steele
Business Manager - JPC
FAITH IN ACTION
WINTER WARMTH DRIVE
Duvets/inners, blankets, sleeping bags,
sheets, towels, pillow cases
Jackets, beanies, socks, gloves
The items can be new or used and clean.
JPC COLLECTING FOR THE SVDP FOOD BANK The items can be dropped off at reception.
During terms 2 and 3 we will be collecting food items for the Please contact us via our teacher Mrs Aislabie
SVDP Food Bank. We thank you in anticipation for any veronica.aislabie@jpc.school.nz if you have
donated items, which will earn 20 house points per item or any queries.
100 house points per 4 items. We wish to thank those who have already
Mrs G Cook supported this very worthy cause
Teacher in Charge E: Gillian.cook@jpc.school.nz
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/ Trades Coordinator E: jan.thompson@jpc.school.nz
Ms Rachael Hindrup – Gateway Coordinator E: rachael.hindrup@jpc.school.nz
CAREERS FACEBOOK GROUPS
Seniors are invited to join the following groups:
JPC Year 11 Careers 2022 https://www.facebook.com/groups/695293868132633
JPC Year 12 Careers 2022 https://www.facebook.com/groups/1692818690885017
JPC Year 13 Careers 2022 https://www.facebook.com/groups/2787334874658015
This is the main way our department communicates news, events and updates. We also communicate via the Careers
section of the school website, and in the daily student notices.
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UPCOMING DATES
MAY
26th Rotorua Careers Expo 10am-6pm at Energy Events Centre
27th University of Waikato Open Day
28th University of Waikato Open Day
JUNE
8th Victoria University Information Evening, Trustpower Baypark, Mount Maunganui 6-8pm Register to attend
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TŪ RANGATAHI WĀNANGA
Last Friday senior Māori students had an all-day workshop, presented by two former JPC students Liam Temara-
Benfell and Te Wehenga Christensen on developing and enhancing the way in which rangatahi Māori view
themselves and the world around them. This was an insight into understanding University life, Scholarship
opportunities and the valuable contribution Māori make in a tertiary setting.
ROTORUA CAREERS EXPO
The Careers Expo THIS WEEK, a one-day only event this year on Thursday 26th May. Year 10 - 13 students will be
attending through school, but we strongly encourage parents/caregivers to accompany their children in the afternoon
from 3:30pm - 6pm for quality time with the universities, polytechs, training providers and employers that have stands
there. All Universities will be present except Lincoln.
As part of the Career's Education Curriculum Year 10s and Senior students will attend the Expo -
Year 10s will attend from 9:55am - 11:15am (these students will be transported to and from by bus)
Year 11s will attend from 11:20am - 12:30pm (these students will be transported to and from by bus)
Year 12s & 13s will attend from 1:30pm, with Year 13s to make their own way down and home afterwards if
possible. Buses will be available to take Year 12s & 13s down to the Energy Events Centre, but if they can make
their own way home afterwards, this will be much appreciated. If Year 12s and 13s do need a lift back to school at
2:30pm, please can they come into Careers this week to let us know?
Telford Taster Camp
The application form is available from the
Careers department
ROYAL NEW ZEALAND AIRFORCE EXPERIENCE
26 Jun 2022 North Island Candidates, Location: Woodbourne Air Base, Blenheim
Do you have a passion for technical skills? Ever wonder what it takes to
maintain RNZAF Aircraft, Communications and Weapon systems? On this
experience you will:
• Tour the Air Force Base
• Tinker on our training aircraft
• Fly an aircraft simulator
• Set up a military communication suite
• View weapon systems used in the Air Force
Apply https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScz3nUR-
nNjUT416VoyWo1aeiIdgR7BSbCNoOqmLaTCtZRORw/viewform
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SCHOOL TO SKIES WAHINE CAMP
Applications are OPEN for School to Skies - Wahine Camp
2022. Located at RNZAF Base Auckland, from the 10th - 15th July.
This programme is a free, amplified learning experience for 30 Year 13
women to gain real-world insights, build career pathways into STEM and
aviation, and experience day-to-day military life.
Experience an immersive, residential five-day learning journey including:
· Hands-on insight into aviation STEM careers within the RNZAF;
· Meet a variety of NZDF role models and invited guests;
· Meet like-minded young women and educators passionate about STEM;
· Build confidence and skills you can take with you into a career in STEM; and
· Experience a fun and unique personal development opportunity.
Applications open until Sunday 29th May 2022 and will be accessible through
https://rnzaf.schooltoskies.co.nz/camps/
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NEW ZEALAND ARMY EXPERIENCE
Date: 14 - 15 June 2022, Location: Waiouru Military Camp, Waiouru
Are you interested in joining the New Zealand Army as an Officer, Combat
Specialist or Logistics Specialist? This experience will expose participants
to the initial training period and what it takes to become an Officer or soldier
in the New Zealand Army. During the experience you will:
• Visit a Tactical Field Exercise
• Tour the Officer Cadet School of New Zealand (Officer Training
School)
• Tour The Army Depot (Recruit Training School)
• Experience what its like to operate in a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV)
• Visit the Waiouru Museum
• Stay in the barracks and eat at the mess
• Conduct an Army PT Session!
Note:
1. For both experiences, travel, food and accommodation will be
provided.
2. Individuals will be notified if their application has been successful and we will be in touch with further
detail.
3. Individuals must be double vaccinated.
4. Individuals must be comfortable staying overnight for the NZ Army experience.
5. Individuals must be minimum of Year 12.
Apply via
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfsthwVHeV9DHfTs19kcWvA6hjmT8jQGC98oFeoWa3U5vGgjw/viewfo
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DISCOVER, DEVELOP AND MANAGE YOUR FUTURE PATHWAYS
MyMahi is a digital platform that has been developed specifically for students.
At JPC students begin using 'My Mahi' from Year 9 during Career Education
Sessions. MyMahi has just added this new feature - a school-branded secure
digital student ID - available for your students right NOW
• The ID card automatically syncs photo updates with the Kamar
School Management System
• Eliminate the wait time for cards to be printed.
• New students arriving during the year can receive their digital ID
card immediately
We encourage students to create a log in if they haven't already https://mymahi.co.nz/
(chose Learners from the three options) and have a good look around the platform.
Log in with your school email address and you will also have access to your timetable,
assessment results, and the school daily notices.
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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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MONEYHUB has updated its comprehensive directory of student jobs. With 50+ well-known employers listed and
links to their student job application details, getting a part-time job is a lot easier with this guide:
https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/student-jobs.html
Like their scholarship page, this guide is free to use, download and take
action on. They have published a number of tips for job application success as well as a CV guide and
interview tips, designed to make the application process less stressful for students.
15+ Most Common Interview Questions - prepare with confidence with their must-read guide.
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 2023. 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
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