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THE NEWS
12 MARCH 2021, Term 1, Issue 1
Pōwhiri
Wheel of FUN
Welcome to new
staff, students &
Whānau
Off to a
good start
HCS 2021
leaders
Term 1 - Issue 1 The News 2021 1
CONTENTS Kia Ora Whānau, Dear HCS Community,
IN THIS ISSUE
We have so much to A big welcome to all the
praise God for as a new families who are
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK school. Once again, we joining HCS this year; it
FROM THE EBOT CHAIR.....................................................3 have had outstanding is a privilege to be able to
results from our secondary partner with you in seeing
4
SCHOOL WIDE EVENTS students in NCEA. Our your children journey
- Powhiri .................................................... 4-5 Level 3 students not only towards reaching their
- First Assembly ....................................... 6 had a high pass rate, but
potential in Christ. My
- Our leaders ............................................... 7 a touch under 40% of
prayer is that you will
the passes were at the
excellence level. This is find your place within
PRIMARY THE BEEHIVE the HCS family and
- First day in the Beehive................... 8 a remarkable result and
by far exceeded the 17% will quickly make connections within the school.
- The Monarch Butterfly...................... 9 Welcome also to the new staff who have joined
excellence rate that schools averaged across New
the HCS team, it is an exciting time for the school
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PRIMARY CONSTRUCTION ZONE & BASE Zealand. Well done to all our Level 3 students,
and to our teachers who work so hard for their and it is encouraging to see how God is creating
- Camp at Narrows..........................10-11
students’ success. His team at the school.
PRIMARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL
Another area of praise is property. Over the With the significantly increased roll, as well as
- Wheel of Fun....................................12-13
holiday period, we relocated the old T Block, the new building developments taking place this
bringing onto school 4 new classrooms, one office year, it is easy to be caught up in the day-to-day
MIDDLE SCHOOL block and refurbished nine classroom spaces. This
- First Day Activities.............................. 14 busy-ness of school life. This last year has reminded
was all-important so that we could enter 2021 with us that we need to be flexible in our plans and to
- Raglan Beach Educaion...................15 our 600 students. We are so grateful to the proprietor be aware of the needs of our school community.
and their contractors for working through the While our focus may be on the immediacy of the
SECONDARY SCHOOL
15
holiday season to be ready for this new school
- Mini Golf......................................................16 task at hand, we also hold to the wider perspective
year.
- Waterworld.............................................. 16 that we are helping to disciple those over whom
- Karakariki.................................................... 17 In just a few weeks, we will see the beginning of God has given us stewardship, to shape students
- EOTC............................................................. 17 the next big property project, the building of our who will be life-long learners, and to encourage
- Arts and Achievements...................18 first new classroom block. God is so good. each one to find their place in serving God throughout
- Student Council Camp.................... 19 their lives.
Throughout this whole journey that we as a
DISCOVERY MISSION TEAMS ...........................20-21 school have been on, I have been reminded of the In all things we are seeking fruit that will last,
COMMUNITY .............................................................. 22-24 17 parable of the talents. God gives us all
responsibilities. It is not the size of the responsibility
that makes it important; it is that the responsibility
- a fruitfulness in the eternal things. John 15:4
reminds us that unless we are connected to
Jesus, who is the true vine, we cannot bear fruit
Wednesday 17 March - 5-7:30 pm - Whānau Picnic & Info evening comes from God that is important. As a school,
dates to remember
that is in keeping with God’s kingdom. So, whether
Wednesday 24 March - 9:00 – 10:00am Expression of Interest Tour we have a long history of people who have been it be as an individual, or corporately as a community
Thursday 25 March - 8:00am – 4:00pm - Cultural Day guardians of the ministry that God has called us of faith, we seek to show ourselves to be His
Tuesday 26 March - 8am to 3pm, PhotoLife - Individual and Class Photos to. While the school has had fewer students in disciples, and through Him we will be able to bring
Friday 2 April - Public Holiday - Good Friday the past, the growth that we are experiencing now glory to the Father and bear much fruit in His name
Monday 5 April - Public Holiday - Easter Monday results from years that the school has been careful (John 15:8).
Tuesday 6 April - Public Holiday - Easter Tuesday with the number of ‘talents’, in this case, students,
Friday 16 April - Term 1 ends that God has given us at any time. I am reminded
I pray that you would know His joy and strength for
that our responsibility is quality, and if God desires,
He will bring growth. the year ahead.
SAVE THE DATE:
Friday 26 March @ 2:30 pm Ground-breaking ceremony for new classroom blocks. Yours in Christ,
I am looking forward to the future that He has
planned for us.
HCS POLICIES & PROCEDURES Brett Bennett
https://hamiltonchristian.schooldocs.co.nz
Blessings, and thank you for journeying with us. Chairperson
A reminder that the link to our school policies and Establishment Board of Trustees
Username: hamiltonchristian
procedures can be found on our website or Shaun Brooker
Password: micah
accessed as link supplied. Principal
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SCHOOL WIDE EVENTS
Pōwhiri
The Hamilton Christian School year began by welcoming new staff and then new students to th
school through a Pōwhiri. Lyrics were written to state the special character of our school and included
HCS welcomes new
over
acknowledging our heavenly Father. He has blessed the school abundantly over many years and as
a school in Aotearoa, we recognise His blessing. Therefore, as we push the waka further out, we are
excited to see what the future holds.
students
in 2021
A huge welcome to our new staff, students and whānau. God has planted greatness in you. Let today
be the beginning of a great adventure as you step into the gifts he’s given you. - Joyce Meyer
NEW STAFF TO THE HCS FAMILY
Corrie Jacobs Trish Hodgson
Jeremy Kelsen
l (SMT) an Sarah Chryst Kayla Mayo
Deputy Principa Team Leader - Year 7-8
Counsellor Nicole O’Gorm Teacher Aide
al r 5-6
Teacher - Year 5-
6 - Year 5-6 Teacher Aide- Yea
Lesley Vent
che er Jana Verbeek Samantha
Alida Tereblan Teacher - Year Olsen
Teacher - Year 3-
4 1-2 cher - Year 8 Roger Hodgson Rhonda Ray Lucy Xu Teacher - Ye
The Station - Tea nes Teacher-STEM
ar 1-2
Sports Coordinator Teacher-STE
M
ale
Saxon Annand Isaiah Vallandingham Carli Els
Caitlin
Morris
Driver Teacher Aide- Year 5-6 Nev Raynes Kirsty Swears Teacher
Launch Zone - Tea - Year 1-
cher - Y 9 Pastoral Care Teacher - Humaniti 2
es
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SCHOOL WIDE EVENTS 2021 STUDENT COUNCIL, YEAR 9 & YEAR 6 LEADERS
FIRST FULL ASSEMBLY
JAIMEE
LOGAN
HOLLY
LUCY
JOSHUA
JORDYN
CALEB
DEVETT
BEN
BRYNN
SAMI
DARNAE
This year’s first school-wide assembly was a great time to introduce all the new teachers and senior MEEGAN
JENNIFER
student leaders. Although the weather was skeptical at first, it was awesome to come together for the
SIAN
start of a new year. With the addition of new students to our school, the hard court was packed. Our new WILLIAM
Deputy Principal, Mr Jacobs, led us in a fantastic devotion about getting rid of the gunk in our lives and ROSIE
letting go of the strings holding us back. - Sami Savage
TUVALU
AZAEL
JOSIAH
KARDELEN
JOE
NIKISHA
REBEKAH
LEIGH
AMBER
JONATHON
MEGAN
GEORGIA
JAKE
BIANCA
WILLIAM
TESSY
DEAKIN
FINN
CARO
EMILY
NOAH
JOSHUA
SAMUEL
SHILOH
MAU
JORDAN
NEIL
JASON
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PRIMARY - BEEHIVE LEARNING ABOUT THE MONARCH BUTTERFLY
This term in the Beehive we have been amazed by God’s creation, learning about the Monarch
butterfly and what it needs to stay alive. Jelly, the Caterpillar, visited us and answered our questions
about caterpillars. Some of the facts that the students found out included, what happens inside the
chrysalis and how much time the caterpillar spends eating before it turns into a chrysalis. We have
also been watching the caterpillars in our classroom grow and pupate, then emerge into butterflies.
It has been very exciting to watch the butterflies being released outside.
When you
enter this classroom...
You are scientists,
You are explorers,
You are important,
You are loved,
You are respected,
You are a friend,
You are the reason we
are here!
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PRIMARY - THE BASE &
CONSTRUCTION ZONE
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lan
CHRISTIAN CAMP
On Thursday the 11th and Friday the 12th of I loved din
February, the Year 3-6 students from the The cause it w ner at camp be-
At camp I liked the loved all as super yummy.
Base and Construction Zone arrived at the of I
everything exce use
pt bit was d camp but the bes
oing arch t
Narrows camp site for an exciting overnight sleeping beca
noisy
though I
didn’t ge ery, even
camp. everyone was somuch I bounce ta
d an arr bullseye,
dn ’t ge t
and I di top of the ow off the
sleep. target!
- Guan -
Paige
The purpose of this camp was to build culture,
to grow relationships and to start the year off
with a bang.
Enthusiastic students were happy to wave their
parents goodbye, eager to start, their two days
of “freedom” and independence. Parents, on
the other hand, had anxious expressions on
their faces, finding the idea of sending “their
baby” to a sleep-away camp daunting.
On picking up the kids a day later, however, My fa
prob vourite t
it was evident that all the kids were given ab hi
want ly archer ng was
e d o try y. I really
the gift of magical childhood memories - dirt, ming
p
t
th
to be ool but I e swim-
adventure, story and joke-filled experiences wate
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with old and new friends under the stars and e in f
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ee timhe
inste
around the campfire. -M d a e
eila
This was a truly memorable camp experience!
From HCS, we would like to thank the Narrows
Park staff and host for the awesome job and
looking after us, and a huge thank to all the
parent helpers without whom this camp would
not have been possible.
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PRIMARY &
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Students again thoroughly enjoyed the Wheel of Fun and it is easy to see why it
has become an annual activity with the Year 1 to Year 9 students mixing up and
participating in a range of ‘Top Town’ type activities such as sponge throw, and
wheel barrow races. A few students got wet, and muscles tensed for the tug of
war, as groups rotated around giving each new activity their best. Well done to
our Year 9 students that created the activities, prepared the gear, and led the
activities. Also, a big thank you to our Year 8s who leach led a group of younger
students and watched out for them during the activity. We can’t wait until next
year!
wheel
FUN of
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
What a great beginning. In the Middle
school our main aim was to ensure
that new connections and relationships
were established - board games,
arts and crafts, beading, colouring,
sporting activities and more helped
the students ease into their new,
or to some, a familiar environment.
Friendships started to form,
conversations fired up and the joy
of being amongst peers filled the
grounds. What a blessing to be
around people who care.
beach education
and surf
lifesaving
To kick off the year, our Middle School students
had the privilege of heading to Raglan Main
Beach for the day. There, we got to hang out
with the friendly Surf Lifesaving crew, where we
took a tour of the club house and learnt how to
appropriately respond to water emergencies,
getting safe-smart around rip currents, avoid
drowning and basic protocol. To put this learning
into practice, we completed a number of drills on
the beach and in the water. A big thank you to our
teachers and parent volunteers who made this trip
possible. It was a invaluable learning experience for
our tamariki!
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SECONDARY SCHOOL
YEAR 10 YEAR 11 YEAR 12 YEAR 13
MINI GOLF ADVENTURE WATERWORLD ADVENTURE KARAKARIKI ADVENTURE KARAPIRO ADVENTURE
We walked together as a group from school to At Waterworld, we were able to go down the The sun was shining. We had completed our The Year 13s had a fantastic, fun day at Karapiro
Callum Brae, where students engaged in a photo hydro-slides, swim in either the outside or inside school pòwhiri, had a feed and we were off on our for their first day back.
treasure hunt along the way. They had to identify pools, sunbathe, or play games we brought from Y12 first day trip.
the photos given to them and match them up to home. I went down the water-slide twice. Going The day dawned beautiful and conditions on the
down the pitch dark tunnel was terrifying - as if After a short bush walk out by Karakariki, we water were perfect for some exciting biscuiting
the real location along the walk.
I was being tumbled around like clothes in a set up base and shared some ‘get to know you’ challenges and water-skiing activities. It was great
washing machine. When I got to the bottom, I activities. Then it was time for our ‘sermon on the to see a number of ‘first-timers’ out on the biscuits
Throughout the day at Callum Brae, students had mount’ from Mr Stevenson, by climbing up one of or enjoying rides in the boats.
was welcomed by a tsunami of warm, salty water.
opportunities to do all of the following activities: Even though I got water up my nose and down my the hills. Although pretty hot by this stage, we had
reflect on the previous year and think about what throat, it was still fun. a great view of a local waterfall and surrounding Many thanks to Debbie Heard for organising it all,
they would like to achieve in the coming year. bush. our parent helpers Jason Farmer, Sandra Shewan,
They had to film a fun music video that made use of While others kicked a ball in the grassy area after Graeme Barlow and Paul Savage for bringing their
the landscape available to them (including the lunch, I chose to bring a game of Uno to challenge After more food, we explored a waterhole and then boats and driving the students up and down the
playground!), and compete against their friends on my friends, and we enjoyed playing together even the waterfall. Some chose to chill on the banks lake all day! It was a great way to start the year.
the mini golf course though one of my friends completely wiped the and chat, while others ventured into the water.
floor with me. Overall, I enjoyed spending a day Lunch back at base in the shade of the trees and
at Water World. It was a fantastic way to start the some braving the heat with volleyball concluded
school year. Thank you to Mr Patton, Mrs Fick and our time. Then it was back through the bush to
Mrs Wong who made it possible. the vans.
- Natasha Wanyonyi Thank you, Mr and Mrs van Woerden, Mr Stevenson,
Mrs Withers, Mrs Swears and Mrs Raynes for
the day. Thank you to the Clarke Family too for
access to the waterfall.
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SECONDARY SCHOOL
The new mural in the front of the school was made by four Year 13 artists, Jennifer Tan, Jordyn Farmer,
William Varley and Ben Hunter. The students wanted to portray our School’s mandate , MICAH 6:8 – Act
Justly, Love Mercy and Walk Humbly with God. The painting style that the artists used was inspired by the
NZ artist Ellen Giggenbach, whose work spurred the artists in the direction to also represent the three areas of
student
the school: Senior School, Middle School and Junior School. Mr. Shaun Gordon helped them to construct and
fix the panels on the wall.
council
camp
We had an absolute blast at the Student Council
Camp 2021; it was a perfect way to create and share
our visions for the year and overall enjoy each other’s
company. The balance between the planning,
bonding, and activities was great - allowing
us to be able to create spaces for people to be
heard and hear from others. It was really great
having a decent amount of time to have fun and be
able to bond, forming better relationships with our
fellow student leaders and teachers. The water
slide was a blast, as was the volleyball that went
on deep into the night; Quelf was a game we will
never forget; the beach and township were great
SECONDARY SCHOOL MIDDLE SCHOOL PRIMARY SCHOOL to clear our heads between planning sessions.
The planning sessions were productive and writing
HAWK WOOD PIGEON KIWI our ideas in teams helped us come up with fabulous
ideas. We also enjoyed the talk by Mr. Bennet as it
The hawk is a symbol of power, The wood pigeon’s feathers were The kiwi is an extremely vulnerable bird. reminded and encouraged us to lead not only the
strength and broad perspective - used in the past with which to make This quality represents us as God’s face of the school, but also the least at the school (we
having the ability to use intuition and cloaks with. Therefore, it is the people, who know our strengths and were reminded that everyone was important). We
higher vision in order to complete symbol of caring, protection and weaknesses. We rely and depend
thought about being careful with what we cement
tasks or make important decisions kindness. fully on our Creator in all aspects of
in people by the way that we involve them in our
with perspective, patience and insight. life.
leadership work to help make them feel valued.
Additionally, it was very helpful to hear from
Mr. Cook as he shared his insight and vision for the
middle and junior school assembly devotions. His
way of approaching devotions was an awesome
way of how to grab others’ attention, which we will
continue to attempt to do throughout the year
and onwards.
Overall it was an awesome camp experience,
nicely topped off with fellowship at the local
church - Surfside.
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discovery
A group of year
AND SCHOOL NEWS 9s working
hard to move
mission
the library
furniture for
our Junior and
teams
Middle school
assemblies.
Jandal D onation!!!!!
The visual art department is looking for donations of old
jandals / flip flops. If you have old jandals (or new ones!)
CONGRATULATIONS that you would like to donate for an art project, please
drop it off at the art class in C3. The size and condition do
not matter at all!!!!
Mark Linton Thank you so much for your support
Year 13 - 2020
Johanna Fick
Gained
English Scholarship. Art Teacher
We will start our celebrations with a school parade
during the morning. The student community isre-
quested to come dressed in their traditional wear
2021 Discovery Mission teams (DMT) are again or in the colours of their country flag. The wider
community is encouraged to come and cheer on
limited to New Zealand shores. The first meeting our students (depending on the COVID level). We
was held to discuss ideas our students have will keep you updated if there are any changes.
for service and the sharing of Jesus in our
communities. An incredible bunch of 65 students As part of their learning of cultures through the
day, students will showcase their learning through
arrived with wonderful ideas. Meals, services at
Hilda Ross, activities and prayer for our school March 25, 2021 various performances in the afternoon. This will be
held under the shade cloth from 1pm to 2.15pm.
and community are all in the pipeline. Once again we ask our wider community to come
Come celebrate the rich pool of
enjoy and encourage our students (depending on
cultural diversity our school has to offer with the COVID level).
the numerous nations represented on
campus - both students and faculty. In the evening after school, we have food
trucks / stalls lined up to experience a taste of
WIDER COMMUNITY CAN COME cultures through a global culinary experience.
AND ENJOY THE DAY We recommend that students and parents bring
cash to buy food from the different stalls (depend-
ing on the COVID level).
Come taste the cultures through a global
culinary experience - food trucks / stalls lined We are also looking for parent volunteers to help
up in the evening after school in preparations and set up. Please message
Mingyi Zhang 0211578959 or email Feby,
homestay@hamiltonchristian.school.nz. Thank you.
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All groups welcome to join the fun at
OPEN 7 Days 9.30am – 5.30pm
Cafe & Hot Drinks.
Groups can bring a packed lunch. Private
space provided. Socks required by Adults
and Children
Cost per child under 5yrs $10.50
Cost per child over 5yrs $12.00
now available for HCS students No charge for adults & discounted Hot
Drinks.
Kohanga Reo, Early Learning Centres
&
Holiday Programs All Welcome.
No advance bookings necessary. Perfect for
Details for bookings are as follows: last minute or rainy day cancellations (Z
Zoo)
Facebook ~ The Fun Shed
www.thefunshed.co.nz
Regular bookings: Ph. 07 846 2251
These bookings are for families who have a regular schedule. To reflect this the charges are
3:15 – 5:00pm: $12 (late fees will apply)
3:15 – 5:45pm: $19 (late fees will apply)
Please notify us at afterschool@hamiltonchristian.school.nz if your child is not going to be at after school
care for their booked time. Even if school has been notified. We would prefer 24 hours notice for staffing
requirements, but need to know by 12 pm on the day at the latest, Failure to notify us by this time will
result in a $12 charge to cover staff costs.
Casual bookings: These bookings will need to be made 24 hours in advance to arrange correct staffing
numbers and will be charged at the casual rate of $19 with pick up by 5:45 pm; late fees will apply.
Unexpected emergency booking: We understand that things happen, and from time to time, you need
to book your child into afterschool care - ideally, these need to be made within 24 hours of a session.
These bookings will be charged at the casual rate of $19 with pick up by 5:45pm; late fees will apply.
Safety at school booking: This is where a parent has not turned up to pick up their child from school by
3:40 pm. The child will be sent to after school care, and there will be a charge of $19; late fees will apply.
Late fee: Late fee of $1 per child will be charged per minute for all bookings that a parent or caregiver is
late from their agreed pick up time.
Children need to be picked up by 6:00 pm at the latest, and abuse of this time
frame will void their future attendance.
All bookings to be made via the booking form.
We will not be operating on public holidays, teacher only days or school holidays.
Children will need to be signed out at pick up time by the designated caregiver. In the event of pick-up
time changing or if the designated care giver cannot collect, prior notice needs to be given either by email
or contact the afterschool mobile number 020 4088 6124.
EASY BOOKING LINK
We have added an easy booking link to the SchoolApp.
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Bread Tags for Wheelchairs has been running in South
Africa since 2006, collecting bread tags which a plastics
company, Zibo, buys for a small amount per kilo. The
tags (high impact polystyrene, type 6 plastic) are re-
cycled, being made into seedling trays. The proceeds
are used to provide wheelchairs for the needy. At
present about 500kg are collected per month in South
Africa, funding 2-3 wheelchairs.
People who were aware of this program in New Zealand
had been collecting tags for this cause for many years
and either taking then to South Africa when they visited
or posting them. In February 2019, we set up a New
Zealand arm of Bread Tags for Wheelchairs in order
to promote the program, increase collection, look into
local recycling and streamline the transport of the tags.
Our aim is to have all New Zealand bread tags recycled
here, with funds remitted to South Africa to buy
wheelchairs.
Collect your tags, big and small,
(even broken ones) and pop them
into the box provided in your PCG
class.
Anyone can collect at home, work, school, etc. All you
need to do is get a jar and throw your tags in, or print off
some of our labels and signs to collect at work, school,
your local café, child care centres, nursing homes,
hospitals etc. When it suits you, drop your accumulated
bread tags off at one of our collection points, which
you can find on our map (also accessible from our
facebook page).
A collection point is a place where the public can drop
off their tags. Anyone can host a collection point. It can
Ka pai! Aotearoa’s be at a business, school, child care centre, community
centre, church, private home – anywhere. You just
bread tags have
need to let us know your location and contact details.
funded a heavy duty We then add you to our online collection points map
wheelchair for so people can find you. For privacy reasons, if a
Abraham, who lives collection point is at your private home, we only show
in Colesberg, the town/suburb, so people will contact you for your
South Africa. His bad exact address. From time to time you will need to
back and ankle get your accumulated tags to one of our central hubs
restricts his mobility, (Whangarei, Auckland, Wellington and Ashburton). For
his quality of life will more information please contact:
now be improved
thanks to you all. Email : nzbreadtags@gmail.com
FB : Bread tags for Wheelchairs NZ
WWW : http://www.breadtagsforwheelchairs.co.za
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