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The Rosehill Review
22 May 2018
Term 2 ISSUE 2
Principal’s News
Hello Rosehill Community,
Recently we were privileged to hear Andrew Fuller, a clinical psychiatrist, talking about the adolescent
brain. Believe me it makes for an interesting topic!
I would like to share some of the basics that affect the workings of this intricate brain, so you can consider
how your child may or may not be affected. All of this information is research based and backed by
extensive scientific study.
Brains need breakfast
Breakfast eaters get 40% higher marks in maths.
Kids who eat breakfast are less likely to be absent from school, and less likely to be late to school.
Studies show non-breakfast eaters are twice as likely to be depressed, four times as likely to suffer anxiety,
and 30% more likely to be hyperactive.
Having a higher protein-lower carbohydrate mix for breakfast enhances concentration and memory.
So avoid sugary cereals, juices and heaps of toast, and get some eggs, milk and porridge in.
Foods that improve happiness, concentration and motivation
Often making sure you get some exercise, sleep well and eat well can make an amazing difference to how
switched on your brain can be.
Foods that improve your ability to learn do not include sugary fizzy drinks, in fact that has quite the opposite
effect.
Foods that help learning include: almonds, fish, dairy, yoghurt, oats, chicken, pumpkin seeds, lean beef and
milk.
Happy eating.
Nga mihi nui
Maria Owers
Principal
Council News
On Friday 18th May we participated in PINK SHIRT DAY to celebrate tolerance,
kindness and respect toward others.
PINK SHIRT DAY is a day when people wear pink to symbolise a stand against
bullying.
We are delighted to give a donation of $359 to NZ Mental Health Foundation.
Thanks for your support Rosehill!
POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR SYSTEM
Year 7 Year 8
Respect Respect
Damanjit Nijjar Emma Waghorne
Jay-el Jones Alex Cox
Morgan Mackintosh Matthew Subritzky
Mikayla Klatt Ashton Grey
Haley Brown Anaaya Gould
Integrity Etivoni Faukafa
Sukhpreet Kaur Integrity
Esta Taufahema Matthew Subritzky
Chazidy Leef-Koia Emirane Fereti
Kelly Tamale Luca Dennett
Chrysta Lockington-Masters Joyce Tauiliili x2
Jessica Amer Self Management
Manbeer Kaur Matthew Subritzky
Jay-el Jones
Matthew Thompson
Angela Noue
Bharathavjan Vasudevan
Self Management
Esta Taufahema 2x
Ty Beets
Geri Steel
Oscar Wallace
Leah Honan
Kirsten Joaquin
Jay-el Jones
Amy Childs
Te Karepa Cowell
VISUAL ARTS at ROSEHILL INTERMEDIATE Please visit the hall foyer to see the wonderful display of Year 7 and Year 8 Art. We teach strategies for success in Art. Students create a portfolio of work to show their learning and progression in Practical Skills with different materials and styles. Year 7 - SHAPE YOUR WORLD - STILL LIFE YEAR 8 - WHO AM I ? - SELF PORTRAIT On Tuesday the 8th of May, Rosehill sent two boys teams to the Counties Intermediate Schools' Soccer Tournament. Our Year 7 team played in a round robin format losing two games winning three and drawing one. Overall the team finished in fourth place. Hopefully this team can build on this for next year. Our Year 8 team were unfortunately beaten in their first two games meaning that they could not contest the top four positions. They did recover to remain unbeaten for the rest of the competition finishing fifth overall. Well done to all the boys and thanks to the parents that came along to support.
I’m going to be an author…
Amy Sarig King - My favourite author of the day
“A Los Angeles Times Book Prize recipient, please welcome…” the audience hushed and I held my
breath, it was as if I blanket had been thrown over the audience, our hearts booming as one.. “Amy
Sarig King, let’s have a round of applause for her” the crowd erupted in screams and clapping as a
mid-aged woman ran onto the stage, her golden hair flowing behind her, a wide grin covering her
face like Nutella. “Hello everyone, man it’s good to be here in New Zealand” I sighed and whispered to
my friend,
“I bet they say that to every country they visit, why can’t they just be honest and say man you know I
really hate travelling to New Zealand, I mean Aussie is way better” my friend laughed and thoroughly
agreed with me.
Only half an hour ago we had arrived at the Aotea center in Auckland city, for the Renowned Writers
Festival. Where all nerds gathered together to listen to some famous authors, poets and illustrators
talk, it may sound boring but if you ask any student from room 9 and 2, they’ll tell you just how
amazing it was.
We were soon seated in the auditorium and looked out across the sea of colorful students dressed in
their school uniforms. After Amy King had talked to us we had a short 10 minute break followed by an
interesting speech by Chris Riddell, an excellent drawer I might say and fabulous and writing kids
books. There were 2 more authors talking to us after that, one of them was Rewa Worley a spoken
word poet and the other author was Stacy Gregg a known writer who loves horses.
My highlight of the day was listening to Amy King speak, I loved how she compared friendliness to
pollution, it made me wonder how something very terrible can be compared to something amazing. It
was a long day but after listening to the stories of how ordinary people like me and you could
become fabulous writers earning over $60,000 a year. Straight away I was inspired to write and write
and write some more, it was like someone had just told me if you love writing and put your heart into
it then you can become an author…
Auckland Writers Festival
Tuesday 15 May
By Keira Thornborough
When I first heard about this trip, I thought it was going to be boring: authors and poets doing long
boring speeches, but, when we entered the Aotea Centre I started to wonder and this is where I
was wrong, this was an inspirational trip that taught me A LOT.
First we listened to A.S. King, she was very honest about her life. Amy Sarig King’s family had lost
their family farm when she was 18 and it must’ve been devastating. She taught us about herself
and how you don’t need ‘stuff’ to be able to live a great life. She and her husband started a farm
from scratch and lived there for several years without buying anything except from the local market.
Her latest book is called ‘Me and Marvin Gardens’ and features a creature that eats plastic.
Next we saw Chris Riddell, and he was the funniest person ever! Chris even showed us how to
sharpen a pencil before he started speaking. As he spoke he illustrated this talk. Chris had many
funny stories to draw about his childhood. He is an amazing person with an even better personality
inside. I would love to meet him especially as he is one of the illustrators from one of my favorite
movies, ‘Coraline’.
After lunch we met an amazing poet named Rewa Worley. He spoke from the heart and did some
interactive parts. His poetry is called ‘Spoken word poetry’ and is writing that is meant to be read
out. He even used students from schools as his helpers. Rewa made the mood lighten and was
always smiling.
Finally, we met a pony loving author named Stacy Gregg. She is an unique character who travels
all over the world to get inspiration for her books. Stacy has met many different horses and ponies.
Stacy bases all of her stories on real life. She was another author that I found funny and kind.
Overall I thought this was the best school trip I have ever been on inspiring me and giving me many
things to remember when I am writing.
Amy Sarig King talks about Chris Riddell - author, Rewa Worley presenting Stacey Gregg speaks
Me and Marvin Gardens illustrator and lover of spoken word poetry to our about her how she travels
and gives the audience sprayed edges on books. interested audience. and gets ideas for her
time to ask questions. writing.
‘You are never to old to learn’ and so we did! The Mind
Lab’s Post Graduate Certificate in Digital and Collaborative
Learning was offered to teachers and four of us enrolled in
the thirty two week course as part of our ongoing professional
development. Just like our students, at times we found
ourselves deep in the ‘learning pit’ but the knowledge and
skills we have acquired have helped keep us at the forefront
of 21st century education. Graduation was held on April 11
and we were lucky to be given the day to celebrate our
achievements.
From left: Mrs Coetzee, Miss Brooks, Mrs Zimmermann and
Mrs Fourie celebrate with Mr Goriel (an ex-Rosehill
Intermediate teacher). Congratulations also to Mrs Watson
who completed the qualification the previous year.
A message to all students that catch the Rosehill College bus- On Thursday 24 May 2018 the
college will close at 12.35pm.
Murphy buses will be here at the earlier time to pick up students.
Ritchies will be here at the normal time of 3.30pm.
Rosehill intermediate School finishes at 3:00pm - Please make alternative arrangements if this
applies to your child eg collect your child at 3.00pm.
Thank you.
Boys Rugby Trainings - Selection of RIS Rugby Teams
Rosehill Intermediate School is currently holding trials and trainings for school rugby teams twice a week
during lunchtime (Wednesdays and Thursdays). Students have the opportunity to trial for Under 45kg,
Under 55kg and Open Grade (55 kgs and over). For safety reasons any student wishing to play in the
Open Grade team must weigh over 50 kgs (no exceptions). Students are required to have the following
gear for trainings during lunch time:
● Mouthguard (mandatory) - these can be purchased from the school for $3.00
● Rugby boots or running shoes for trainings (the school does have some spare rugby boots -
however numbers and sizes are limited). Rugby boots are required for the CMRFU Tourney if
they are selected for any of the RIS teams.
● Old shorts
● Old shirt - we do not want students wearing PE uniforms in case they get damaged or ripped
● Plastic bag for muddy boots & gear
Students who are selected for the RIS teams are required to complete the NZRFU Registration form
and return this form to school before the tourney. All restricted grades will be weighed on the day by
CMRFU. The Counties Rugby Tournament takes place on Thursday 7th June at Bruce Pulman Rugby
Grounds in Papakura (save day 12th June). Players will be issued with the Rosehill Intermediate School
rugby uniform prior to the event. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Mr. Wickman, Mr.
Michie or Mr. Johnson via email.
● jwickman@rosehill.org.nz
● tmichie@rosehill.org.nz
● mjohnson@rosehill.org.nz
WIDER LIVING WEEK INFORMATION
PAYMENTS AND CONDITIONS:
Every endeavour is made to make the payment for these activities as easy as possible, hence the reason that the
students select their choices in the 1st term ready for the Wider Living Week in the 4th term (a total of 35
weeks ahead!)
There are 3 methods that can be chosen by parents/caregivers to pay:
1. Paying the lump sum
2. Paying a selected amount for each term
3. Paying using a weekly or fortnightly direct debit
● There is a form with the bank account details on the options sheet. Please let us know at option time
which payment method you will be using and the date for when payment will begin. If we do not
receive this information we cannot put the student into that option.
● We are aware of the pressure that students can put on parents to choose an activity that is possibly out
of your ‘affordable zone’ - please do not let them select one of these.
We are looking forward to 2018 being just as successful.
Please note all Wider living week payments need to be paid to the 07 bank account number:
1230310070937-07 with your child's name in the reference, thank you.
All payments are to be completed by Friday 19 October 2018.
Open Tuesday - Friday
8am to 11.30am
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Rosehill Intermediate School Important Dates: Check out the calendar on our
website for all our upcoming events
5 Jupiter Street Monday 4th June - Queen's Birthday
Papakura Friday 29th June - Reports go home
AUCKLAND 2113
Wednesday 4th July - 3 Way Conferencing
Postal Friday 6th July - Last day of Term 2
PO Box 72-868 Monday 23rd July - Term 3 starts
Papakura
AUCKLAND 2244
Telephone: 09 298 5827
Fax: 09 298 7496
office@rosehill.org.nz
Our School Website :
http://www.rosehillintermediate.school.nz
/
Rosehill Intermediate Canteen Changes
From Monday 7th May 2018
Lunches must be ordered before school
Morning tea items will be sold before school only - see menu. The canteen will not be open.
Monitors only will collect lunch orders at 12.30pm
Moosies & Juicies only available with lunch orders
Monday to Wednesday and Fridays Menu
FINANCIAL NEWS
The charge for Goods and Services
(this covers the consumable costs of your child's technology lessons)
for Term 2 of $15 or $60 for the year is now due.
A reminder to all students who catch the Rosehill College buses, payment is now due for Term 2,
Thank you.
New Zealand AAIMS GAMES - 9th - 14th September 2018
Last year we had 4 students participate in the AAIMS Games in 2017. Any students interested in
participating in the 2018 NZ AAIMS Games in Tauranga this year must contact Mr. Johnson before the
31st of May and let him know what sport they wish to compete in. All participants must organise their
own travel, accommodation and any associated costs for the games (entry fee). Entries must be
completed by the school and are non-refundable after the 13th of June. Please visit the website for
further information regarding the games and additional information related to the games -
http://www.nzaimsgames.co.nz/
Please email Mr. Johnson for entry confirmation - mjohnson@rosehill.org.nz
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