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Rotorua Lakes High School
“Mauria te pono - Keep steadfastly to the truth”
NEWSLETTER ISSUE No. 7– 22 MARCH 2019
CHALKBOARD
From the Principal – P. 1 - 2
News – P. 2 - 5
Sports – P. 5
Careers / Gateway P. 5 - 6
Notice Board – P. 7 - 8
Contact Us – P. 8
Our Sponsors – P. 9
Dear Parents/Caregivers
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2019 ALTHERM MOUNTAIN BIKING CHAMPIONSHIPS
On March 16-17, Rotorua hosted 275 riders to compete for
Cycling New Zealand national titles in cross country and
downhill racing.
Four RLHS students entered the downhill event with great
success.
Under 15
1st. William Harvey
4th. Paul Furstenburg (podium position incorrect in photo)
7th. Sam Clarke
These results showcased our students the MTBNZ National
Downhill Series where William Harvey (Yr 9) was 2nd overall in
U15 and George Harvey (Yr 10) was 6th in U17. Under 17
5th. George Harvey
Congratulations and well done to you all!
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ASSESSMENTS
The following assessments have been set down to take place within the next two weeks. There may be times
where, due to unforeseen circumstances, changes will need to occur. This will be done in consultation with the
class(es) concerned.
Level Standard Subject Date
3 91461 Health Week 10 - 11
3 91581 Statistics Week 10 (please see timetable below)
1 90930 Science 1 April for 3 consecutive days
1 91032 Maths (11MSC) Week 10 (please see timetable below)
TERM 1 KEY DATES 2019
Wed 3 Apr – Fri 5 Apr Yr 12 Sports Science Camp
Fri 5 Apr Yr 13 GRIP Leadership Conference (all prefects + house captains)
Mon 8 Apr Tracking reports issued (please note change of day)
Fri 12 Apr END OF TERM
Yours sincerely
Principal
NEWS
REMINDERSNEWS
FOR THE YEAR
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INFO FOR THE UPCOMING BOARD ELECTIONS
NZSTA would like to encourage parent and whanau
participation on school boards in order to help shape
and support the education of their children. To that
end, we will be rolling out the Korari Programme for
anyone interested in finding out about standing for the
school board elections and having a say in the
education of their children. The courses below are also
available on our website:
1. Korari: a programme that provides you with
governance training to help you understand the role of
school boards of trustees.
2. Korari form: NZSTA will support anyone who advises
us they are interested in becoming a trustee, by way of
the workshops but also providing access to our
Learning Management System where online modules
re. school governance, student achievement etc. can
be completed.
3. Community member guide to the role of the board
of trustees: This explains a lot of commonly asked
questions and information about becoming a trustee.
For all forms and information visit:
https://www.nzsta.org.nz/ or:
New Zealand School Trustees Association
Te Whakarōputanga Kaitiaki Kura o Aotearoa
13 Clifton Road, Hamilton, 3204
Tel: + 6478392401
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GREAT DAY OUT AT THE COUNCIL
This week Mrs Hodge took 9M3 and 9S3 to the Rotorua Lakes
Council as part of their Leadership and Government unit. Students
were shown through the public areas of the RLC, and sat in the
Council Chamber to listen to Rob Griffiths about how the council is
structured and how students can get involved and have a say in our
community. There were some interesting discussions and questions
and it was great for students to hear some of their classroom
learning "in the real world". A big thanks to Rob Griffiths for taking
the time and creating a dynamic presentation for our classes.
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YEAR 13 TOURISM SUCCESS
Year 13 tourism classes visited four local attractions last
Friday to see tourism in action in our city. Firstly a guided
tour through Te Puia to hear about how they market
themselves, types of tourists that visit, sustainably
methods etc. Then off to Skyline to see Crankworx in
action and have some fun racing down the luge (no one
could beat Mrs Hodge!). Then a quick visit to the 3D Trick
Art Gallery before crossing over to the OGO. A fantastic fun
day had by all, where students were able to meet potential
future employers, see what it's like to be a tourist in our
city and just have some fun. A wonderful group of year 13s and thanks to Mrs Kairaoi for coming along too.
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FROM THE MATHS DEPARTMENT
Week 10 Tuesday Wednesday
Period 1 Mrs Richardson
Period 2 Mr Porima Mrs
Richardson
Period 3 Ms Sturme Mr Porima
Period 4 Mrs Yukich Ms Sturme
Period 5 Mrs Yukich
This assessment is in two parts and students need to attend on BOTH days in order to be
assessed against this standard.
Year 12 MSC and Teacher and Class Inference
12 MAT classes
Year 13 Stats classes Teacher and class Bivariate
Week 10
Monday 1 April Ms Yukich = 13MAS Work on assessment in class
Tuesday 2 April Mr Nair = 13MAS
Wednesday 3 April
Monday 1 April Mr Pomare = 13MAS Work on assessment in class
Wednesday 3 April
Thursday 4 April
Thursday 4 April All 3 classes Due in at MIDNIGHT
No other class time will be available unless prior permission is given for an
unavoidable absence
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VISUAL ART
Tutorials are now running every
Thursday after school 3.30 - 5pm in C3.
All senior Art, photography or sculpture students from any year 11/12/13 class can attend.
These will continue as needed throughout the year.
The purpose of these tutorials is to support senior students with assessment tasks. It is also a great
time for students to complete any unfinished work they may have.
Students bring a snack and your work!
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MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE
Each TUESDAY from 3.30 – 4.15 in A11
All Welcome - Please bring a snack and a smile
SPORTS
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RLHS HOCKEY
We need coaches for our hockey teams this year. If you are interested in
coaching our teams please contact:
sturmaj@rotorualakes.school.nz
gainsfordh@rotorualakesa.school.nz
Please help support this great sport
CAREERS & GATEWAY
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 2020. 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
https://www.moneyhub.co.nz/scholarships-nz.html
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Fantastic chance for a site visit and a
gateway opportunity to work along- side
diesel mechanics or in the parts
department.
Gough Group is a privately owned New Zealand company with about 1000 staff in 35 branches in 17 New
Zealand locations. We are best known for the dealerships we hold with Caterpillar (Gough Cat), Hyster (Gough
Materials Handling) and Palfinger. We also sell parts to the Heavy Transport industry through TWL and
Transpecs. Gough Group is the largest employer in Heavy Automotive (Heavy Diesel) apprentices in New
Zealand and currently we have 50 staff training and completing their qualifications with us. Once qualified,
Heavy Diesel Technicians are responsible for diagnosing and fault finding, servicing and repairing equipment
both in our workshops and in the field with customers. An apprenticeship often forms the basis of a career in
our industry with many progressing with us to diverse and rewarding careers on and off the tools. We are and
industry that is constantly evolving and fueled by technological advances, we offer good work life balance and
the best bit is you get paid to learn.
STUDENTS to register interest on the notice board in the Gateway office
or contact the below. Date for site visit to be confirmed.
Mrs Eva Hingston Tel: 07- 345 6124 Ext 258
Email: hingstonev@rotorualakes.school.nz
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The following UNIVERSITIES will be in to talk to interested students this term during lunchtime on
these dates:
KEY DATES FOR YOUR
CAREER CALENDAR
MON 8 APRIL Canterbury Uni Liaison Introduction visit – 1.30 pm in L1
TUES 9 APRIL Victoria University visit – 1.30 pm in L1
TUES 30 APRIL Otago Uni Liaison Introduction visit – 1.30 pm in L1
MON & TUES 6 & 7 MAY Careers Expo
SUN & MON 5 & 6 MAY Otago Uni Open Day
FRI 10 MAY Wintee Open Day
FRI 17 MAY Waikato Uni Open Day
Contact the Careers Department for further info:
Barbara Walker 3 456124 x 235 walkerb2@rotorualakes.school.nz
SCHOOL NOTICE BOARD
Introducing a new 'Youth' category for 2019
Kia ora,
The Sir Peter Blake Trust recently opened nominations for the 2019 BLAKE Awards and this
year we are very excited to introduce a new ‘Youth’ Category for people aged 13 – 20 years.
Previously, the BLAKE Awards have been presented to New Zealanders in their mid-careers
only. However, we believe there are many outstanding young people, including high-school
students, who deserve to be recognised at this level for their leadership.
This new award recognises and celebrates young people aged 13-20 whose leadership is
creating an impact on a sustainable future for New Zealand. Consideration will be given to
leadership creating impact across any social, cultural, environmental or economic areas of
New Zealand society.
The BLAKE Awards are our premier awards for leadership achievement in New Zealand, and
we have an outstanding Alumni of recipients including Peter Beck, Dr Michelle Dickinson and
Dame Tariana Turia.
We are seeking nominations for outstanding young individuals who will potentially be selected
for the inaugural Blake Award – Youth which will be presented at a black tie dinner in Auckland
on Thursday 5 September 2019.
Nominations are now open and close on Sunday 5 May.
Top Art 2019
The Visual Art department is taking year 13 students
to see this exhibition when it arrives in Rotorua.
Anyone can visit while it is here, it is free to enter.
CONTACT US we are here to help
Phone: 07-345 6124
Email: office@rotorualakes.school.nz
Web: www.rotorualakes.school.nz
Thank you to all our Sponsors
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