Firstly good luck to our Year 11-13 students as they
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Firstly good luck to our Year 11-13 students as they
Firstly good luck to our Year 11-13 students as they head off to their external exams next week. Hopefully they feel comfortable and confident about their prospects over the next few weeks and we wish them all the best. It is interesting to note that NZQA have given themselves three years to develop a system so that external exams can be accessed at any time of the year. This would certainly change the playfield for assessment and provide a much more flexible approach to external assessment and potentially extend the year for all students through into December. This year’s Year 11 might be the last group to see out external exams in the current format as they leave as Year 13s in a few years time. There are certainly many factors to be ironed out first and we are certainly taking a, “we’ll wait and see” position. Tomorrow we will also farewell our Year 13 students from their formal education in a full school assembly at 2.20pm in the afternoon. Be prepared for this assembly to a bit different from the rest, as the Year 13 are hosting it. This group of students have been a pleasure to work alongside this year and will leave as excellent ambassadors for the school. Their work ethic, sense of fun and general maturity has set a wonderful benchmark for future years to emulate. We wish them all the best in their future adventures. Last week we completed the formal interviews for the Deputy Principal – Secondary position. This certainly was not an easy process and the decision was not made lightly. Congratulations to Iain Thompson for being awarded the position and we look forward to him joining the team in 2015. Iain comes to us form Rangiora High School, with a solid background in departmental and curriculum leadership and clear strengths in the Sciences. He will bring some balance to what we currently have within the Leadership Team and we look forward to the contribution he will make next year. With Board of Trustees mid-term election process underway, we have two parent representative positions to fill on our Board. Sadly Linda Allan and Sharon Earl will be stepping down and have not indicated that they will stand again, unless someone can twist their arm. Both have done a fabulous job on the Board and both will be missed. The Board of Trustees is an integral part of what makes the school run and the support and leadership they supply helps ensure we maintain a focus on what we are here for, the education of our children. The ability of the Board of Trustees to work collaboratively with the Principal on matters around governance sets the tone for the school and allows the more day to day management decisions to be made from a clear vision and strategic view point. I would like all to consider putting their name forward as a parent representative on the Board of Trustees. The term is for three years and this generally goes very quickly, but ensures those elected have enough time to gain an understanding of school governance and allow them to feel they are contributing to the school in a positive and constructive manner. Don’t leave these elections to chance. It is important that we have an election so all get the opportunity to contribute to who fills the two position for the next term. Nāku noa, nā Stephen Beck Principal Week ending 7th November 2014 This week’s newsletter sponsored by: KENNETH WILKINS FIREWOOD Enter to learn Leave to serve Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia SCHOOL NOTICES Coming Events Week 4 Term 4 7/11 Full School Assembly this Friday at 2.20 pm Last day for Year 11-13 Week 5 Term 4 10/11 NCEA Exams start 11/11 HPSSA Athletics 12/11 ppd HPSSA Athletics 13/11 Board of Trustees Day, school closed 14/11 Canterbury Show Day, school closed Week 6 Term 4 19/11 Year 10 Waitohi River 20/11 Year 6 Leadership celebration 20/11 Year 9 Waitohi River 21/11 Primary assembly Week 7 Term 4 24/11 Year 9-10 exams 26/11 Board of Trustees agenda closes 12 noon 28/11 Year 4–6 reports home Week 8 Term 4 1/12 Board of Trustees meeting 7.30pm 3/12 Year 10 tramp 3/12 Canterbury Primary Athletics 5/12 Year 7-10 reports home. Check our www.hurunuicollege.school.nz and follow the link to our school calendar for further school events. Board of Trustees Election Nominations are invited for the election of two parent representatives to the board of trustees. A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters. Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office. Nominations close at noon 7th November 2014 and may be accompanied by a signed candidate’s statement. The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours. There will also be a list of candidate’s names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school. Voting closes at noon on 21st November 2014. P. Manning, Returning Officer. Sports Photos We now have the 2014 sports photos in the office to be viewed. If you are wanting to order please do so through the office they will be $5 per photo. North Canterbury Junior Basketball competition Draw for Friday 7th November as follows: Hurunui Hustlers v Kaiapoi Thunder, 5.30pm at Mega 2 Hurunui Hoopsters v Amberley Raptors, 4.45pm at RNLS 2 Hurunui Hotshots v KNS Celtics, 5.30pm at Kaiapoi HS Hurunui Hurricanes v Borough Bombs, 7pm at Rga Borough Results from Friday 31st October were as follows: Hurunui Hoopsters lost 10-27 Hurunui Hotshots won 53-13 Hurunui Hurricanes won 40-0 Hurunui Hustlers lost 8-36 Hurunui Primary Schools Sports Association Athletics 2014 are being held in Cheviot on Tuesday 11th November or ppd Wednesday 12th November. A permission slip has been sent home and should of been returned by now to enable us to finalise travel arrangements. Congratulations to the students who have been selected and good luck, as always we expect a high level of behaviour when representing our school. Sporting Events Coming Up Tuesday 11th November: Primary zone athletics at Cheviot ppd Wed 12th Wednesday 3rd December: Athletics - Primary Sport Canterbury championships Monday 8th December: Amuri X-change (Year 5-10) Friday 5th December: Final Junior Basketball COMMUNITY NOTICES CHURCH SERVICES for 9th November 2014 Anglican 10am Waikari Catholic 10am Hawarden Living Waters Hurunui 10am to 12 noon 47 Princes Street, Waikari. All welcome. Waikari Gospel Hall 11:15am Sunday School and Bible teaching, Denham Terrace COMMUNITY WORKING BEE Please bring your weed eater and gardening gear and help keep our village clean and tidy. Waikari Village Green: Saturday 8th November 8.30am-noon, please contact Rob, 314-4144. See you there: “many hands make light work” HURUNUI RANGERS FC (formally Amberley Football club) We are once again running our very popular summer school programme. The sessions will be held at the Amberley Domain and if sufficient numbers, at Amuri Area School, from 4-6pm starting on the 6th Nov. The programme will run for 4 weeks ending 27th November. Cost is $40 per child aged from 4 years. up. Each registered child will receive a football of the own upon completion of the programme Please register online at www.amberleyfootball.org.nz/ Any enquiries please contact Rachael Anderson, andersonsarmy.co.nz or phone 314-3531. STAR & GARTER HOTEL WAIKARI. Coming Events Tuesday 11th November – NZ Trotting Cup Day Get dressed up and join the party again Glass of bubbles for those that wear a dress hat $2 & $5 Sweepstakes running. Friday 28th November – Movember Judging 8pm Prize for the best Mo. Spot Prizes Supporting Prostate Cancer Donation all go back to your own community LUNCH LADY No Lunch lady next week. Next Lunch Lady on Wednesday 19th November. SUNFLOWERS PRESCHOOL Hawarden: 45 Seymour St A fun learning adventure Opening early 2015 Servicing the Hurunui District Early Childhood Education for children 2-5 years. Monday to Wednesday but the days will depend on child bookings and parent interest. Time: 8.30am-3.30 – All day To secure a child space Contact: Nicky Gardner 021 048-5415 Email: [email protected] LIBRARY NOTICE Please note that on Thursday 13th November the Hawarden Community library will be open from 9am-4pm. On Friday 14th November, the library will be closed, due to the public holiday. Our vision for Hurunui College is as an inspirational learning community where all students are empowered to stand tall and reach their full potential. OVER 65S EXERCISE CLASS A huge thank you to Michelle Hawke who will be taking the Tuesday classes until the end of the year. Upcoming events: Tuesday 2nd December – shared morning tea to celebrate Edith O’Carroll’s 90th birthday at 11.am (community all welcome). Friday 12th December – Christmas lunch 12pm in Hawarden Hall, $10 (subsidised) names to Sarah Sidey by 1st December in class or ring 314-2008. Congratulations to John O’Carroll on your 94th Birthday. You are a legend! 2 months, next date is 20th November 2014. Please phone the practice nurse if you would like an appointment for dietary advice. Appointments not Attended If you are unable to attend an appointment you have made please contact the Health Centre as soon as possible to cancel it. Failing to cancel an appointment wastes the doctors time and deprives another person who needs to be seen. We would appreciate you keeping track of when your appointments are. Repeated non-attendance may result in you being charged. Waikari Health Centre Phone 314-4506. Website www.waikarihealth.co.nz TOY LIBRARY Lots of new puzzles, magnetic toys, dress up costumes now available for loan. If you have any dress up items (clothes, masks, hats) or a clothes rack you would like to donate please phone Sarah 314-2008. 2015 HURUNUI YOUTH COUNCIL Applications are now open for the 2015 Hurunui Youth Council apply online at hurunuiyouth.co.nz/youth-council/apply/ Applications close Friday 31st October 2015. If you require more information or have trouble viewing the application form please make contact. Rochelle Faimalo - Youth Programme Coordinator HAWARDEN-WAIKARI RED CROSS A very big thank you to all the people who helped for our annual Raffle and Stall – those who sold raffle tickets, baked, bought goods and bought tickets. We made $962. Raffle winners were Adrienne McKnight, Fay Chapman, Frank, Joy Roberts, Bill Wilson, Sue Evans, Gloria Hibbard, Keygan Philp, Maria Kilkelly. HURUNUI COLLEGE PTA The PTA will be running a raffle at the Hurunui College Prize giving. We require donations of none -perishable items. Please send any donations to the school office. Thank you. WAIKARI HEALTH CENTRE New GP – Dr Juan Orive Siviter has unfortunately returned to Spain due to a sudden, serious family illness. While we are pursuing other options we are being assisted by Dr Des Slassor and Dr Rob Milnes for the next couple of months. Rob worked here as a locum last year. Dr Racle continues to work here one day a week. After Hours There is always a doctor or rural nurse specialist on call - please phone the Health Centre on the number below during normal business hours and after hours and you will be directed to the appropriate assistance. The After Hours calls are managed by HML (Homecare Medical Ltd) who will assess your needs and advise your best course of action. The Dermoscopy Centre Dr Julia Racle: Next clinic at Waikari is 4th December, please phone the Health Centre for an appointment for a skin check. Repeat Prescriptions The Health Centre requires 48 hours notice to do repeat phone prescriptions if they have been authorized by the GP. Please keep track of how many tablets you have left. B4 School Checks if you have a child who has turned 4 and has not had one of these free checks please contact us. Free Cervical Smear Clinic One of our nurses has completed the “smear takers” course and will be holding a clinic Wednesday 3rd December, during the morning. It is a requirement of the course that she completes a number of smears under supervision, which Dr Racle will do on this day. Please phone to book an appointment. Podiatry Clinic 3rd December – Julia Home will be running a clinic during the morning. We have funding from Manchester Unity Welfare Trust Board to fund podiatry for people over 65 years. Physiotherapy: Arsenio from Physio South is at the Health Centre on Tuesday and Friday mornings. A doctor’s referral is not required. Ph 0508 474-9746 for an appointment. Visiting Dietitian We have a dietitian at the Health Centre every THE BOOKBINDER Written and performed by Ralph McCubbin Howell Directed by Hannah Smith 'They say you can get lost in a good book. But it’s worse getting lost in a bad one…' From award-winning company Trick of the Light Theatre (The Road That Wasn't There) comes a story of mystery, magic and mayhem. The Bookbinder weaves shadowplay, paper art, puppetry, and music into an inventive performance for curious children (8+) and adventurous adults. Winner of Best Theatre and Best in the Fringe - NZ Fringe 2014 The Old Mill, 6 Singleton Road, Waikari Saturday 8th November 6pm and 8pm Adults $20. Students/Children $10. Seats are limited so make sure you don't miss out. Book tickets at www.eventfinder.co.nz/2014/the-bookbinder/waikari. For more information, or to watch the trailer, visit www.trickofthelight.co.nz NOTICE OF CHANGE OF MEETING VENUE The Hurunui-Waiau Zone Committee public meeting 17th November 2014. Venue – Waikari Hall, Princes Street, Waikari. Time – 4.30pm – 6pm EARLY CHRISTMAS PRESENT FOR HURUNUI RESIDENTS Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa is now selling its Annual Swim Pass for Hurunui ratepayers and residents. And in a special deal, the complex is offering a saving of more than a hundred dollars for those who purchase the pass before 20 December 2014. Marketing Manager Shane Adcock says the passes are about recognising the pools’ special relationship with its local community. “We’re under no illusion as to how important Hurunui residents are to our business and it’s always great seeing locals come through our doors. We’ve always felt those who live in the Hurunui are as proud of the pools and spa as we are of being part of this special place.” The Annual Swim Pass allows families (two adults and their dependent children who’re aged under 18 and live at home) to visit the pools as often as they like until 31 December 2015. If they’re purchased before 20 December 2014, each pass will cost $239 per family (after that the pass will be $349). HOMEKILL SERVICE IN HAWARDEN Full home kill and small goods service. Any queries call Chris Carthy, 0274 887-401. Enter to learn Leave to serve Whakauru Ki Te Ako, Wehe Atu Kia Manaakitia BEAUTY THERAPY—XMAS APPTS, BOOK NOW! Christchurch Beauty Therapist will be back on Tuesday 16th December 2014. Book now for all your Xmas treatments: waxing & tinting, manicure and pedicures, facials & massage. Gift vouchers also available. Phone Emily, 021 681-177 or Trish, 314-2414 for bookings/enquiries. GARAGE SALE Garage Sale Sunday 9th November 9am-2pm, 17 Oxford Street Waikari. Come and grab a bargain. WANTED Old Christmas Card Wanted by Kakariki class for mosaic work old used Christmas cards. REAL ESTATE Wanted to Rent: Rural Farmhouse Would like to be able to move in sometime over the summer holidays. 2-3 bedroom for school bus driver and partner. We are middle aged, house proud and have excellent references. Must be long term and allow pets. Please phone Jacqui, 022 364-5588 or Michael, 022 384-3041 For Sale Authentic 1906 villa in High St Hawarden 1500m2 section with lovely established vege garden. 3 bdrm 2 living homestead with lots of upgrading already tastefully done. Lots of sheds and garages. New covered deck and water feature. Awesome views to the north. Only $249,000 Viewing please call 0274 347-090. Janice Clyma. Waimak Real Estate. Reaa2008. Shoe Repairs CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING EMPLOYMENT I am a school leaver looking for summer work before heading to Lincoln University in late February. (Preferably farm work, but anything considered) Restricted license I have a good understanding of farming (mustering, fencing and stock work and have 2 working dogs. Reliable, trustworthy and responsible Fit and healthy Keen to learn new skills Please contact me at home, 314 2511 – Eryn Sinclair Farm Assistant Required We are looking for a motivated team member to work on our 600 cow dairy farm in Hawarden. Some experience with grass management and other aspects of farm work including irrigation and tractor work is desirable. A good attitude and ability to work with others is essential. Please send a current CV to [email protected] or G Kay, 726 The Peaks Road, RD 1, Hawarden. Applications close on November 10th. Mature man Looking for work willing to try anything, has farm experience. Phone 314-4236 CONTACT DETAILS FOR SALE Horse Manure $3 per bag. Phone John Crean 314-4311. Firewood Next seasons: Old man pine $175, Blue Gum $200 per cord. Phone Ken 027 733-4107. Standing Meadow Hay Phone 314-4532 Motorbike Suzuki JR80 2007 tidy. Phone Jensen 314-4581 Portacot & Mattress very tidy $50. Metal Bunks, good cond $100 Phone Jensen 314-4581. Lily Bulbs - I have just had word that there are still lily bulbs available which can be planted up until December. If you missed out last time and wish to purchase please contact me (Pat Manning) at 314-4160 as soon as possible. Firewood for Sale: Old Man Pine $180, Gum $240, Macro $240, Poplar $165, Macro or Gum & Pine mix $210. All loads 3.6 cubic metres and includes free delivery within the Hawarden-Waikari area. Phone Wade Bovey 314-4955. School Phone Fax Cancellation Email Web Principal 314-4430 314-4559 314-2320 [email protected] www.hurunuicollege.school.nz [email protected] Board of Trustees Chairperson Linda Allan Secretary Judith Topp Parent Elected Representatives Sharon Earl Bronwyn Gunn Bernie Dobbs Paul van der Meer Whanau Representative: Dean Smith Student Representative: Joshua Allan Staff Representative Melissa Brown Principal Steve Beck Our vision for Hurunui College is as an inspirational learning community where all students are empowered to stand tall and reach their full potential. 314-2462 314-4420 314-4112 314-4411 314-4014 314-4622 314-4404 314-2462 314-2454 314-2551