College Newsletter - Friday 16 September
Pānui o te Kura - Rāmere, tekau ma ono o Mahuru
Formal Uniform - Monday 19 & Friday 23 September
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Congratulations this week to:
- Academic Awards
- Luca Vujcich (Year 12) - Working well in all subjects, particularly in painting, striving for excellence and working very hard to get there.
- Anthony Hawke and Joseph Bahoo (Year 12) - for being awarded the Rotary Scholarship to attend the National Science and Technology forum in January.
- Sacred Heart Marist Man Awards
- Liam Gowen and Thomas Brannan (Year 10) - for outstanding commitment to service.
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Week 9 - Term 3
MONDAY 19 SEPTEMBER
Formal Uniform
Sports Institute trials - Football & Rugby 2023 Year 9&10
TUESDAY 20 SEPTEMBER
WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
Basketball Prizegiving, 7pm, Foyer
THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER
Lunchtime Mass
FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER
Formal Uniform
Year 13 Father & Son Mass & Breakfast, 7.30am
NISS Year 7&8 Water Polo Champs
SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER
NISS Year 7&8 Water Polo Champs
SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER
Daylight Savings Starts
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Week 10 - Term 3
MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER
Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day - Public holiday
TUESDAY 27 SEPTEMBER
Year 7 EOTC
House Haka Competition
Football Prizegiving, 7pm, Theatre
WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER
Year 7 EOTC
Rugby Prizegiving, 7pm, Theatre
THURSDAY 29 SEPTEMBER
Lunchtime Mass
Year 7 EOTC
Music Showcase Concert
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER
Formal Uniform
Last day of Term 3, school closes at 1pm
Sports Tournament Boarders v Day Boys
Year 11-13 Reports available
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Special Character / Hāhi Katorika
Year 13 Father and Son Mass and Breakfast
We invite all fathers, grandfathers, uncles and significant men in the lives of our Year 13 boys to gather together for this final opportunity. Join us on Friday 23 September for Mass in the College Chapel, starting at 7.30am, followed by a light breakfast in the Foyer. Tickets are $26.50 per person. Purchase tickets here
Ticket sales close Monday 19 September.
Marist Brother Jubilee
Congratulations to Br Murray on celebrating his 60th Jubilee as a Marist Brother.
Years 9-12 Father and Son Mass and Breakfast
Thank you to all those who joined us this morning for Mass and Breakfast. We hope you enjoyed hearing from Patrick Walsh our Headmaster and father of four. View more photos on our website
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Academic / Mātauranga
Year 8 Camp
Over the past week, our Year 8 students have all completed a two-day, one-night Camp at YMCA Shakespear Regional Park, Te Haruhi Bay. This was a very positive and exhilarating experience for our young men who got to know each other better outside of the classroom. Activities such as kayaking, coasteering, mountain boarding, rock climbing, team challenges, and safe boating provided opportunities for our young men to grow in resilience, learn new skills, and persevere amidst challenges.
Thank you to our awesome YMCA instructors, our wonderful parent helpers, and our simply amazing Year 8 teaching team for providing this learning experience and opportunity.
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Scholarship Mock Exams
These will take place in Week 1 of Term 4 from Wednesday 19 to Friday 21 October. Teachers in charge will provide information regarding content and length of the exam/workshop. The timetable will be published in a subsequent newsletter. Boys will be offered some study leave depending on the number of subjects they are doing.
Weekly Notes
A reminder due to exams there will be no Weekly Notes for Years 11-13 again this week. Also due to Year 8 Camp, our Year 8's will also not receive Weekly Notes this week.
Robotics
A fantastic effort from our VEX Robotics team who placed 2nd at the most recent Auckland Region Scrimmage this weekend. This group of Year 10’s have been working hard on their engineering and coding skills as they compete in this year-long competition. Congratulations to Karl Alea, Oscar Dowling, Ethan Hunt, Ross Lopez, Angus Macbride-Stewart and Flynn Molloy.
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Chemistry - Level 2
There will be a Level 2 Chemistry study day on Wednesday 5 October (the first Wednesday of the holidays) in R8 from 9am to 3pm. Students may come for part or all of the day. Please register with Mrs Mortiaux if you are interested.
Maths Clinic
Continues every Wednesday at lunchtime in K13. All welcome.
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Art, Music and Culture / Ngā Toi me ngā tikanga
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
This week we celebrated “Te petihana reo Māori“ the 50th anniversary of the Māori Language petition.
Throughout the week Te Ngākau Tapu – Sacred Heart College has been celebrating with daily reo competitions, staff korero and karakia/prayer, hitori/history of the petition, and re-introducing the school haka. The school haka practises will commence in all homerooms for the remainder of the school term culminating in a school-wide haka competition in the final week of term. It has been several years since the haka taonga “Te Ngākau tapu” has been presented and we look forward to bringing this kaupapa alive.
Kia kaha te reo
Give it a try!
Nga mihi māioha – Na te whanau o Te Ngākau Tapu
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Kids Sing
The Junior Choir performed at the Kids Sing Festival on Tuesday at the Holy Trinity Cathedral. Despite being a relatively small group, their performance was outstanding producing a fantastic sound.
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RoundHead Studios recording
This week Cameron DeKriek (Year 12) had the incredible opportunity of recording his original song at RoundHead Studios, owned by Old Boy Neil Finn ('72). This song made it through to the finals of the Play it Strange, Lion Foundation Secondary Schools, songwriting competition. Play it Strange is a charitable trust which creates opportunities for young NZ songwriters. Old Boy Mike Chunn ('70) is the CEO of the organisation. Cameron’s song will be recorded and mixed during one day in the studio and released online once the project is finished.
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Music Showcase
Join us for the music event of the year, our annual Showcase on Thursday 29 September. Doors open at 5.30pm with hot food, drinks, raffles, and a cash bar. All funds raised on the evening will go towards new instruments for the music department.
Tickets are $10 per adult, students and children are free. Purchase your tickets here.
Leading up to Showcase, we are collecting raffle items. If you have anything suitable you would like to donate (such as packaged food, or bottles of wine), we would love your support. Please drop them off at the Music Department or Main Office (attention to Music Department) during school hours.
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Sports / Hākinakina
Sports Institute Trials for 2023
We invite all those with a high level of skill in Rugby or Football, who will be in Year 9 or 10 in 2023, to attend the Sports Institute trials on Monday 19 September, 1pm. Please meet outside the Gym in your sports gear. Trials for Rugby and Football for those in Year 8 2023, will be held in November. Dates will be published in the student notices. Trials for all other sporting codes will be held in Term 1, 2023.
AIMS Games
After three years of trying, we finally made it to AIMS Games for 2022! 75 Intermediate aged Basketballers, Footballers, Rugby 7’s players, BMX riders, Tennis players, Mountain Bikers, Water polo players, and Cross-Country runners congregated in Tauranga/Papamoa to compete in these weeklong games. Some incredible results, experiences and friendships were formed over this immense event. Special thanks to the army of dedicated staff, coaches and parents who made this all happen! Read more on our website
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Basketball
1st V Basketball National Tournament Fundraiser
Delicious Samosas are currently available to order, to help raise funds to support our Sacred Heart College 1st V Basketball Team to head to the National Tournament for the first time in school history! These pie-sized Samosas are available in three varieties - Vegetable, Butter Chicken, and Lamb at $24 for a bag of 10. They make a delicious quick meal or snack! Order yours here. Orders close strictly on Friday 30 September.
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Cross Country
On Tuesday of this week, four Intermediate students qualified and raced in the Auckland Interzone Cross Country Champs – Year 7's Isaac Shand and Jack Bennett and Year 8's Sam O’Dwyer and Harry Shand. The boys ventured out to Muriwai beach to race against the best Cross Country runners across Auckland. In the Year 7 race, Isaac finished in 23rd and Jack finished in 29th. In the Year 8 race both Harry (13th) and Sam (19th) ran outstanding races to place within the top 20. All four boys run superbly in fields of 80+ competitors. Well done boys.
Football
1st XI - Knockout Cup winners
Our 1st XI finished their season on a high taking out the Knockout Cup last Friday. Their road to the final had not been easy, with games against Westlake, St Peter’s, and St Kent’s, before meeting Macleans in the final. The team adds this Cup to their Auckland Premier League title, a fantastic season!
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Football Prizegiving
A reminder the Football Prizegiving is on Tuesday 27 September at 6pm, in the Theatre. This is a formal occasion so the boys must wear Formal Uniform, including Blazers for senior students. Looking forward to seeing you then, no ticket required.
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Rugby
Rugby Representatives
Congratulations to the following students who have been selected for the 2022 Blues U18 squad - Tamiano Ahloo, Tonga Helu, Nathaniel Pole, Rico Simpson, Josh Tengblad, and Alexandar TuiSamoa.
The boys will be in Camp during week 1 of the October school holidays and have a match against the Chiefs U18 squad
Rugby Prizegiving
Please note this event will now be held on Wednesday 28 September from 6pm in the Theatre. Change in date due to the public holiday on Monday 26 September. This is a formal occasion so the boys must wear Formal Uniform including Blazers for senior students. Look forward to seeing you then, no ticket required.
Water Polo
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We are very excited to be hosting a Quiz Night as a fundraiser for SHC Water Polo Program. Please support this event, buy some tickets and join us for a fun night together! Tickets are available here.
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Junior Teams - Results last week: Junior Red defeated Central Gold: 11-4
Junior Blue drew with Eastern Juniors: 7-7
Junior White defeated Central White: 13-3
Games this week – all @ St Cuthbert’s – Friday 16 September
Junior Blue vs Central Blue @ 5.45pm
Junior White vs Selwyn B @ 8.05pm
Games this week – all @ St Cuthbert’s – Sunday 18 September
Junior Red vs Rosmini @ 6.50pm
AIMS Games
Congratulations to our Sacred Sharks who came 3rd in the Games held last week! They lost to Mt Maunganui in a golden point semi-final and then won their game against Northcross 12-4. A great effort and we are very proud of you all!
Intermediate Teams – Results last week:
Sacred Sharks had a bye
Sacred Dolphins defeated St Cuth’s: 7-2
Sacred Snappers defeated St Heliers: 11-2
Games this week – all @ SHAC – Friday 16 September
Sacred Snappers vs St Thomas @ 6.00pm
Winter Wave Water Polo – Round 4 Results (10 September)
Serbia defeated Greece: 7-6
Hungary defeated Spain: 11-6
Montenegro defeated Italy: 8-6
USA defeated Croatia: 10-7
Winter Wave Water Polo – Finals – Saturday 17 September
8am – Serbia vs Hungary and Greece vs Spain
9am – Montenegro vs USA and Croatia vs Italy
We have enjoyed our Winter Wave Program over Terms 2 and 3 and seeing the boys improve their skills and have fun. We will not be running the program in Term 4 so we look forward to seeing you all again next year and good luck to all teams on Saturday!
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Pastoral Care / Awhi mai - awhi atu
Spirit of Adventure
Ten of our Year 10 students competed this week in the five-day, five-night, Spirit of Adventure Trophy Sailing Voyage #848B. They finished in first place and were therefore named Trophy winners!
The team competed against three other schools in a number of challenges including ship-handling, teamwork, problem-solving, debating, and water sports (in and on the water). There was also a daily 6am swim. All teams also got to go ashore and complete tasks against each other that involved ingenuity, leadership, and fun.
An absolute outstanding effort from the boys. Big thanks to accompanying teacher Luke Cadwallader for his time, efforts, and enthusiasm, and to Mrs Tracy Purcell for organising the Joyce Fisher Charitable Trust sponsorhsip of the students.
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Cameron Bauld, Mace Cadwallader, Jett Evans, George Fraser, Thomas Martin, Sateki Misiuata, Carlos Pirini, Kaleb Rawiri, Dominic Shaw, and Liston Vakauta.
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Uniform and Grooming
All students have been reminded this week about uniform and grooming standards. Please can we request your support in this regard. This means all items of uniform worn with pride; no non-uniform or sporting items; socks that are the correct size and black regulation school lace up shoes (no trainers). Hair must be clean and tidy, off the collar, and meet grooming guidelines. All students are to be clean shaven.
Pasifika news
Next Tuesday we are hosting the LeVa group who will be delivering workshop 1 on Atu-Mai, “I am” to a number of senior students. Atu-Mai aims to strengthen student's self-worth through culture, helping them discover their Pasifika cultural values and how to apply them in a modern world. There are also two parenting modules, Fathers Fono and 1000 days of alofa for our Pasifika Mothers. Both are available free online at www.atumai.nz
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College Information / Ngā kōrero o te kura
Board of Trustees Parent Representation Election
Thank you to all those who voted in our recent Board of Trustees Parent Representation Election. Congratulations to the newly elected SHC Board of Trustees Tiumalu Peter Fa'afiu, Brendon Gibson, Simon Hayden, John O'Brien, and Nathalie Watson.
We thank all candidates who stood for election, and those who serve the SHC community.
2022 Yearbook
The planning of our 2022 College Yearbook is underway. The cost of the Yearbook is $45 and has been put on the Parent Portal. This is optional. If you wish to purchase a Yearbook, please pay this amount by Friday 18 November. If you are unsure if you have already purchased one, you can check by signing into the Parent Portal.
A Big Thank You to our Volunteer Reader/Writers
The Learning Support Department would like to acknowledge and thank all those from our school community who were volunteer readers and writers during the recent senior mock exams. This assistance was much appreciated, particularly by the students concerned, who without it may not have been able to achieve in their exams.
Catherine Garvey, Garth Bray, Jim Anderson, Cathy Duncan, Manuela Doherty, Susan Lawrence, Anita Hanna, Fiona Houghton, Sheryl Nathan, Sharon Fisher, Alison O'Shaughnessy, Rosemary Grant, Matt McGinty, Tim Walsh, Susan Larsen, Desiree Pretty, Jan Campbell, Adrienne Grogan, Paula Castle, Lisa Madarasz, Jane Millard, Kerry Walsh Rawiri,
Ann Lees, and Nikki Peck.
If you would like to assist as a reader/writer in the Junior exams or have any questions please contact Andrea Roman.
Job Vacancies
Relief Teachers
If you are a registered teacher and interested in joining our pool of daily relief teachers, please contact our HR Manager, Mrs Inglis, at minglis@sacredheart.school.nz.
Exam Supervisors
We are seeking exam supervisors for the 2022 NCEA and NZ Scholarship examinations. The supervisor role is critical to the smooth running of the examinations. We are looking for those who can commit from 7 November to 2 December 2022, examinations will take place on week days. Ideally applicants would be available for the full period. We would be interested in hearing from potential supervisors who:
- Are able to follow detailed instructions and processes,
- Have good organisation skills with strong attention to detail,
- Possess a high level of integrity, and
- Have the ability to work well with young adults.
To find out more or to express your interest please email Angela Little at angelamairi@gmail.com
As these positions are based in a school setting and have direct contact with students, successful applicants will be subject to a police vet check.
Cricket Coaching Positions
Sacred Heart College Cricket is looking for enthusiastic cricket coaches for the upcoming 2022/23 season. Reliability and a love for the game are the two must-haves. The ability to develop positive relationships with players and coaching staff is essential. We have coaching opportunities available across a range of teams and age groups within the College. Read here for more information.
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SHC Hostel / Whare manaaki
Boarders versus Day Boys Sports Challenge
On the last day of Term 3, Friday 30 September, we are looking forward to an inaugural sports event of Boarders vs Day Boys. There will be competitive Junior and Senior games of water polo, basketball, and touch rugby between selected teams of Boarders and Day Boys. If you would like to take part, please contact your sport's teacher in charge.
Hostel Foodmarket Fundraiser
As part of the Boarders vs Day Boys sports challenge event, the Hostel also has its final fundraiser for the year, a Hostel Foodmarket. The funds raised will be combined with the previous two fundraisers held in Terms 1 and 2, to purchase equipment for the new Hostel gym.
There will be an abundance of food options available, which will more than meet the hungry needs of students. Prices will range from $2 for drinks, $3 for baking and $5 for mains. We look forward to offering this delicious opportunity to the students so they can treat themselves and support a good cause at the same time!
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Community Notices / Pānui o te iwi
Liturgical Formation of the People of God
The Pope has recently addressed the ‘People of God’ in a letter titled, the Liturgical Formation of the People of God. The Liturgy Centre for the Diocese of Auckland is hosting a formation Day which will unpack some of the contents of this letter. You and your fellow staff members are warmly invited. The formation Day is Thursday 29 October, 9.30 – 3pm, and will be at Rosmini College. There is no cost, but registration is appreciated.
Register by email liturgycentre@cda.org.nz or visit the website.
Teacher Training Opportunity 2023
Are you a recent graduate or thinking of a career change? You may be interested in training as a teacher on-site with us in 2023, completing coursework remotely with the University of Waikato, and being ready to work with us as a qualified teacher in 2024.
By training on-site, you will be mentored by experts in your curriculum subject area as you train. This very successful programme is now in its third year. Your fees are paid, and you will also receive a $10,000 stipend. More information here.
We welcome applications from prospective teachers in all subject areas, with Te Reo specialists particularly sought. Please submit your application via the website above, including a cover letter and cv. For further information, please email Mrs Susan Hurring
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Marian Early Childhood Centre
Marian Early Childhood Centre is an apostolate of the Catholic Diocese of Auckland located in Panmure beside St. Patrick's Church. We cater to children from 2 to 5 years of age. The Centre operates Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
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Careers / Whaia te iti kahurangi
Techtorium’s Pasifika in Tech Evening
Coming up on Wednesday 21 September, 6pm – 7:30pm, you will hear from four Techtorium, Pasifika alumni who are successfully employed as IT specialists for PWC, Fusion Networks and New Era Technology. Gus and Leroy from Fusion Networks will demonstrate their IT skills and share their personal journey towards employment in the IT industry. Register here.
Air New Zealand Pilot Career Evening
There will be tickets for two separate sessions on Thursday 22 September, 4pm-6.30pm and 5pm-7.30pm. At each session, there will be a presentation by Air New Zealand (1 hour duration), followed by a chance to talk to Air New Zealand Pilots and flight training organisations about pilot careers. Tickets are free and available at Eventbrite: Air New Zealand Pilot Career Evening.
NZ Institute of Architects Auckland - Architect's Open Studio Event
This event is an opportunity to go behind the scenes of architecture practices, to find out what architects do and how they do it. Open Studios are great for students considering a career in architecture, and all those interested in understanding the creative process of architecture and getting a building built. Find out more here.
ETCO Open Evening
We are the largest electrical training provider in the country and have been sparking minds since 1991. Come along to the Open Evening on Thursday 22 September. More information here.
Lincoln University
Is Lincoln University an option in 2023? Come along to Auckland Library, Te Mārama Room for a course planning session - 26 September between 3.00pm and 6.00pm and 28 September between 2.30-6.30pm. Anybody is welcome to join.
University of Auckland - Pop-in session
If you’re thinking about study and aren’t sure where to start, or you have applied and want to chat to a member of our team, our pop-in session is a great opportunity to get your questions answered. The pop-in will be held at Te Papa Ako o Tai Tonga, 6 Osterley Way, Manukau on the 27 and 29 September from 4pm - 7pm. More info here.
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Upcoming Events / Ngā takahanga e haere ake nei
Purchase tickets for all our upcoming events on our website.
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Old Boys' Association - Reunions
Our Old Boys' Association are excited about upcoming reunions, including a very special one planned for London! This will be held on Friday 2 June 2023 and we are asking everyone to spread the word. More information will be provided in due course, but for now, if you know of any SHC Old Boys who might be in or around London at that time to please tell them to "Save the Date"!
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