Otahuhu College Newsletter

Friday 14 February 2020

From our Principal

Congratulations to Seddon House for their winning efforts with Haka Waiata. The efforts from all the

houses are to be commended, indeed the judges commented on the high standard across all four

houses. It was fantastic to see so many families and ex students attend and support their houses.

On Friday we were very excited and honoured to announce Tutogi Nuuausala and Teariki Tafao Alofa as

our Head Students, supported by their deputies Fineasi Neiufi and Asinate Suluka. Our Prefect team was

chosen from an exceptional field of students and were awarded their badges during assembly alongside

their families.

Paid Union Meeting Last Period Friday 21 February

Next Friday we will have normal classes until lunchtime. Due to a paid union meeting students will be

free to go home at lunchtime (1:30pm). Supervision will be provided until 3pm for those students who

require it.

Important Dates

17 – 21 February Smilecare on site

20 February 11 Economics trip

4 March Senior NCEA evening

12 March ID Photos

16 March Festival Groups all day practice

17 March Fiafia Concert starts at 2.00pm

20 March Teacher Only Day – ASB Polyfest

26 – 27 March 3 Way Conference

9 April End of Term One

Our Commitments

The behaviour focus for next week is on being supportive. This means more than just talking to our

children about treating others like they would want to be treated. It also means being supportive in

learning. School is, and should be challenging, the work must require thought, and mistakes have to be

made if learning is to happen. A key part of being supportive at Otahuhu College is based around

supporting each other in our learning, making mistakes and working hard to do better next time.

2020 Otahuhu College Prefects

Teariki Tafao Alofa G4 (Head Boy)

Fineasi Neiufi H2 (Deputy)

Fahdil Ali S3

George Ivai S1

Kaleb Jensen-Fraser M3

Tim Lua H2

Pritesh Pillay S5

Vj Sua G2

Eric Tuala H6

Benjamin-Eliyas Tunufa’i-Pualau H3

Tutogi Nuuausala G9 (Head Girl)

Asinate Suluka G5 (Deputy)

Fa’apaia Fulutusi M1

April Heffernan S6

Sam Henry M8

Faith Moa S5

Shahilta Shah M5

Sepoima Time H3

Imoana Tuitea H2

Caroline Tuuau M8

Curriculum and Study News

The focus this week has been on engagement in lessons. In class and assembly we have talked about the

importance of answering questions, asking questions, discussing the work and what is being taught in

class. It is great to see going around classes that students are getting better and better at this, their

written work is also improving, with answers showing greater detail and more thought. This is all really

good. An area we do need to work on is continuing these habits on into homework. Doing regular

homework is essential for students to succeed at the level they are capable of achieving.

Career Information 2019 school leavers - Pro Sport still has four (4) vacancies if you/your child is keen on a sport

related career. Contact: Danny Gautusa, Pro Sport Teacher M: 021 118 5365, P: 09 815 4813

SUPPORT:

InWork, 12 Mahunga Drive, Mangere 0800 500 233 can assist Pasifika school-leavers through their Tupu

Aotearoa programme for two years and possibly longer, with their pathway planning, and in overcoming

barriers to work or study such as a need for a CV, driver license etc. Ms Cusack also forwards on to

InWork, any job offers she receives.

WORK:

Kelly Services 0800 453 559 contact Milika , and Alignz Recruitment 279 9984 contact Sara , are keen to

assist Year 13 school leaver students with part-time, temporary holiday work and full-time.

Student Job Search is another way for school-leavers who have enrolled for study beyond secondary

school, to find part-time, one off and casual work by registering online www.sjs.co.nz or phone 0800 757

562 for queries.

DESTINATIONS:

Ms Cusack and other school staff may contact you before daylight saving ends in March, to enquire if

you need any further assistance/information, and to check if you are in work or study. Or you are

welcome to advise Ms Cusack or Mr Finau of your situation.

MIT SCHOLARSHIP AWARDEES FUNCTION

Thursday 13 February 2020

On Thursday evening, Taeao PACE and Sela TAUKAFA were honoured at the MIT

Scholarships Awardees function. Both Teaeo and Sela will be studying Nursing.

They were accompanied by many other recipients from other schools, and their

families.

Left: Sela and right: Taeao.