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Rotorua Lakes High School
Rotorua Lakes High School
                                         “Mauria te pono - Keep steadfastly to the truth”

                                 NEWSLETTER ISSUE No.7 - 16 MARCH 2018

                                                                                            CHALKBOARD
                                                                                            From the Principal – P. 1 - 2
                                                                                            News & Events – P. 2 - 4
                                                                                            Department News – P. 4
                                                                                            Sport – 5 - 6
                                                                                            Careers & Gateway – P. 7 - 9
                                                                                            Contact Us – P. 10
                                                                                            Community Notices – P. 10 - 13
                                                                                            Our Sponsors – P. 14

Dear Parents/Caregivers

                                      FROM THE PRINCIPAL

                                                              These 4 aspiring young women accompanied by the
                                                              Year 13 Dean Ms Howard, were selected to attend
                                                              the International Women’s’ Day Lunch held at the
                                                              Millennium      Hotel    and     hosted by    the
                                                              Rotorua Zonta, Quota, and Soroptimists Clubs. The
                                                              inspiring guest speaker was Gina Rangi, who was
                                                              recently appointed to the position Group Manager
                                                              - Maori for Rotorua Lakes Council.

                                                              The girls gained a lot from Gina’s talk and were
                                                              inspired by her story. The time Gina took to chat to
                                                              our students was appreciated and their one on one
      (left to right) Harper Akurangi-Fitzell, Kairangi       question time invaluable. Our students had a great
      Cox, Gina Rangi, Maria Trass, Brenna Douglas            day - thank you to Rotorua Zonta and Soroptimist
                                                              Club.

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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        Subject                            Standard          Date
  1        Drama                                      90006        Week beginning 19 March
  2        Drama                                      91213        Week beginning 19 March
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3          Drama                                  91512          Week beginning 26 March
 1          Science                                90930          Beginning 26 March
                                                                  over 3 consecutive days
                                                                  (3 hr assessment)
 1          Maths (11Mat only)                     91035          Week 8
 1          Science                                90946          Assessment will be completed
                                                                  in class, beginning week 8 -
                                                                  completion before the holidays
 1          Geography                              91011          20 March
 2          Geography                              91241          21 March
 2          Chemistry Practical Exam Part B 2.1    91161          26 March
 2          Chemistry Part C Theory                91161          28 March
 2          Visual Arts Painting                   91311          28 March (Pd. 5)
 2          Visual Arts Painting                   91310          28 March (Pd. 5)

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FROM THE BOT
The following is a new policy to RLHS. If you would like to view this policy, we invite you to come into the school
where it is available at the Principal’s PA Office. Alternatively, if you would like a copy emailed, please send an
email to humphriesj@rotorualakes.school.nz
     Fee Protection Policy for International Students

Yours sincerely,

Principal

                                      NEWS & EVENTS

                  THE SKOOL LOOP APP
                                       important update
               We have made some changes to the Skool Loop App
     When you next take a look at your school app it will ask you to download the
                                    new version.

         If you have an opportunity please also let you school parents know to
                              download the new version.
       Any issues you have at all please phone us and we can help immediately!
                                           0800 238 379
Rotorua Lakes High School
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ATTENDANCE SYSTEM
Last week we had a ‘glitch’ in our attendance system. Your child might be asked why they were absent as we
were offline and did not receive attendance texts. The system is now running normally and we thank you for
your patience.
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SWIMMING SPORTS
Swimming Sports is coming up on Thursday 22nd March. Students have been given a letter / permission
slip and need to pay $7 by 19th March. More information with opportunities to sign up for events with be given
early next week.
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NUMERACY TESTING
Numeracy testing has been completed for Year Nine students. This information is used to further understand
students' numeracy strengths and weaknesses so teachers can differentiate instruction in classes. Some
students may be offered small group numeracy support to accelerate their progress. If this is planned for your
student you will get a letter home.

If any parent/caregiver would like results from this testing please email kellyk@rotorualakes.school.nz. With
numeracy results for (student and class) in the subject line. A response will be sent back within a few days.
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READER / WRITER VOLUNTEERS
                        FOR STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL ASSESSMENT CONDITIONS
                        Students with some learning deficits are dependent on volunteers who support
                        them by reading questions and/or writing responses for assessment tasks, either in
                        class or at examinations. A Reader/Writer must be proficient at reading and writing
                        at the required level; undergo a Police Vet, which the school does on your behalf;
                        and the key requirement: be available during the day. For further information,
                        please contact Anne Perrott by email perrotta@rotorualakes.school.nz

                         DEPARTMENT NEWS

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MATHS HOMEWORK CENTRE
                  Each WEDNESDAY from 3.30 – 4.15 in A11
                  All Welcome - Please bring a snack and a smile

                                TERM 1 KEY DATES 2018
           Mon 19 – Fri 23 March              Summer Tournament Week
           Thurs 22 March                     Swimming Sports Day
           Tues 27 March – Thurs 29 March     Yr 12 Sports Science Camp
           Friday 30 March – Tues 3 April     EASTER BREAK
           Thurs 5 April                      Loves Me Not Yr 12 Course
           Fri 6 April                        BOPSS Swimming Champs
           Mon 9 April                        Tracking reports issued
           Wed 11 – Fri 13 April              Year 10 Camp
           Mon 16 April – Fri 27 April        SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
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SPORTS
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DUKE OF EDINBURGH
                                            Congratulations to ISIDORA DIAZ, JACK EGGLESTON, LUKE
                                            GARDNER, LIAM GATENBY, ZAK HOLSTER-HAIDZIR, NICOLE
                                            MOREE, EMMA PHIBBS, AND JOSHUA WALDEN, who completed
                                            their Bronze Training programme over the weekend of March
                                            10/11 in Tauranga with an outside provider. They all completed
                                            the course and
                                            practice navigation
                                            with     competence
                                            and confidence, and
                                            are now ready for
                                            their      qualifying
journey next weekend! Well done to you all! Also big thanks
to Maree McCandish and Lesli Eggleston for helping on the course
and with transport.

Other Opportunities with Gerry Purcell (Outside Provider):
AJ = Adventurous Journey

        24-25 March (overnight) - Bronze level AJ (for those did their training earlier).
        30 Mar - 2 Apr (Easter weekend) - I am shadowing a Gold practice Journey. Could have a separate
        party of Silver or Gold level doing the same Journey. (likely be in the Kaimais).
        April school holidays, 14-24 April - Lava Camp at Mt. Ruapehu, where participants can do Bronze or
        Silver level AJ Training and get one/two of their AJs completed.
        12 & 13 May (not overnight) - part Gold level Training Course (Risk Management and River Safety),
        Tauranga/Karangahake (Applications close 28 February).

April school holidays - If there is enough interest I can arrange a Lava Camp at
Mt. Ruapehu, where participants can do Silver level AJ Training and get one/two
                              of their AJs completed.

Students can now register directly online to the award on their website, https://dofehillary.org.nz/. When you select our
Award Unit, Rotorua Lakes High School, please use carlans@rotorualakes.school.nz as the reference email to get in. Please
use the following banking details below for payment for the award, $86.25 for Bronze and Silver. There is also an on-line
permission form you will need to complete at the time of registering please. When both payment and permission slips are
complete, I can confirm their registration for our unit. Also students must meet the age requirements for each level to
register; full details are on their website.

Bank Account:               The Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award

ANZ Bank:                   06 0507 0091490 00

Please use your surname as the Main Reference
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NETBALL
After 4 weeks of intense trials the teams have been finalised. Congratulations to all the players for the great
effort and commitment displayed throughout the trial process. It was not an easy choice for the selectors in
naming the Senior and Junior A team. The standard has been the highest we have had for a while. All players
have been issued with letters regarding expectations and fees. Good luck to all the teams in the up and coming
season, starting Saturday 7th April.

 Senior A Team 2018                                    Senior Development Team 2018
 Coach: Kimiora Insley                                 Cocah: TBC
 Puaawai Bennett                                       Oceana Cameron
 Brenna Douglas                                        Maia Coleman-Taurua
 Ila Ford-Robertson                                    Khyra Hoete
 Brooke Hall-Peterson                                  Zara Keech
 Morgan Mahaki                                         Lilly Koia
 Tapuku Nepia-Warren                                   Sharnti Ropata-Kereopa
 Jaime Oakley-Cavanagh                                 Trinity Shipgood
 Sarah Smith                                           Haylee Steele
 Emma Taylor                                           Katie Stewart
 Tahlia Winiata                                        Cara Thompson
                                                       Sivanah Warren
 Training night - Wednesdays                           Saelem Te Riini

                                                       Training night - Mondays
 RLHS Junior A                                         RLHS Junior Gold
 Coach: Kimiora Insley                                 Coach: Senila Savage
 Georgia Crowe                                         Traci Benson
 Lilly Edwards                                         Aria Galvin
 Lily Gordon                                           Phoenix Hoete
 Emily Hammond                                         Nicola Jordan
 Monique Hingston                                      Te Rina King
 Meraania Insley                                       Eliza Moke
 Zoe Muggleton                                         Zoe Pitman
 Savanna Ropitini                                      Emily White
 Ava Slade                                             Raukura Winiata
                                                       Training nights
 Training night - Mondays                              Thursday for Term 1
                                                       Wednesday for Term 2
 RLHS Junior Blue
 Coach: Kimiora Insley
 Hinewai Bennett
 Ajah Gray-Johansen
 Kareraea Manihera
 Te Rina Newton
 Shya Smith
 Hannah Tansey
 Ngatapa Te Moana
 Ngahuia Werahiko

 Training night: Tuesdays
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GATEWAY & CAREERS

Gateway provides an option for schools to broaden educational options for students and strengthen pathways
to employment, vocational training and further education. Students can receive credits towards qualifications
on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework, including NCEA, and gain experience in future career pathways
through work placements, which will assist them in their vocational choices.

You can ‘try before you buy’. If your child fits in, great, if not, they can try another course. Perfect for any
student!

We offer many programmes. Please tell your child to pop into the Gateway Office anytime.

                            For full details please contact:
                            Mrs Eva Hingston Tel: 07- 345 6124 Ext 258
                            Email: hingstonev@rotorualakes.school.nz

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Are you in the Agriculture/ Farming Industry?
                               We have a number of students who are interested in agriculture /farming as a
                               career. We are looking for work placement opportunities for students to
                               experience first-hand this the agriculture / farming pathway. Would you be
                               prepared to offer our students a gateway placement on your farm 1 day a week
                               for a period of 5 to 10 weeks for work experience? This is a valuable opportunity
                               for our students and would be beneficial in their career choice for the future.

                               If you are able to help please contact Mrs Eva Hingston Tel: 07- 345 6124 Ext 258
                               Email: hingstonev@rotorualakes.school.nz
Rotorua Lakes High School
KEY DATES FOR YOUR CAREER
                                  CALENDAR
17 – 20 APRIL     PIHMS Career Week
2 MAY             CATE AGM
15 – 16 MAY       Careers Expo
17 MAY            Rotorua Tertiary Update Day
18 MAY            Waikato Uni Open Day
22 MAY            Massey University Information Evening 6 – 8 pm - John Paul College
23 MAY            Massey University Year 12-13 Te Manu Taiko Kaupapa Maori Programme
25 MAY            Wintec Open Day
8 JUNE            To Ohomai Open Day (Tauranga Campus)
27 JUNE           Otago Uni Liaison visit (1.30 – 2 pm)
27 JUNE           Massey University Year 12-13 Te Manu Taiko Kaupapa Maori Programme
9 – 12 JULY       PIHMS Career Week
12 JULY           Canterbury Uni Open Day
1 AUGUST          Massey Uni Open Day (Manuwatu)
31 AUGUST         Victoria Uni Open Day
31 AUGUST         Wintec Health Taster Day
9 – 12 OCT        PIHMS Career Week
30 OCT            CATE Meeting

 Massey University information evening at John Paul College – Tuesday 22nd May - 6.00pm – 8.00pm –
 for students and families interested in Massey University – Food and drink provided – please ask students
 to register on this link: https://masseyuni.wufoo.eu/forms/massey-university-2018-information-
 evenings/

                The following UNIVERSITIES will be in to talk to interested students this term
                during lunchtime on these dates:

    4th April             1.30 pm – 2.00 pm          Wintec Liaison Visit

    11th April            1.30 pm – 2.00 pm          Victoria Uni Visit

    12th April            1.30 pm – 2.15 pm          Auckland Uni Visit
Rotorua Lakes High School
This April/May Paradice Ice skating will be
                                                 bringing the ice rink to Rotorua’s Village
                                                 Green. Multiple part-time Customer service
                                                 jobs available.

https://paradice.webtastix.net/application/2018application.pdf

All CV’s and applications can be sent to events@paradice.co.nz

  Experienced Admin Support
  Rotovegas Youth Health Is seeking expressions of interest for a valued team member in
  admin support.
  The role will be .8 – 1FTE
  Responsibilities include: general office work, health and safety co-ordination, accounts processing,
  reception cover.
  This person must really enjoy young people, be friendly and flexible, with a sense of humour.
                      Please email CV and cover letter to: spowell@raphs.org.nz
Rotorua Lakes High School
CONTACT US

Phone:     07-345 6124
Email:     office@rotorualakes.school.nz
Website:   www.rotorualakes.school.nz
Mail:      Porikapa Rd, PO Box 7002 Te Ngae, Rotorua 3042

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