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Kaikorai Valley College Newsletter

No. 02 - 07 February 2020The mihi whakatau is now part of the way that we do things at KVC and is an excellent way of welcoming new members of our school family.

CongratulationsWe are very pleased to celebrate the achievements of Yuka Amanai who gained a Scholarship in Level 3 Painting.Yuka’s portfolio explored the rich cultural history of Japan. It examined the changing roles of women from the time of the Geisha to the current day. The historical and contemporary issues in Yuka’s Artwork are pertinent to many young women today. One of Yuka’s paintings was chosen for the cover of our 2019 school Magazine.The delicate and high technical quality of this Yuka’s works makes her a worthy recipient of this scholarship award. We are very proud of Yuka’s effort and all her hard work and we look forward to hearing about her future studies.Cellphones an�� other �le�tron�� �e���ess an�� other �le�tron�� �e���esEach year the school reviews its policy around the use of electronic devices, including computers, IPads, tablets and cellphones. We wish to advise all parents, caregivers and whānau that whilst students are permitted to bring these devices to school they do so at the own risk. In 2020 we introduced a new scheme whereby students in Years 7 and 8 hand in their phones at the beginning of the day and retrieve them late in the afternoon. This was introduced as a means to have students actively engaging with each other during break time rather than having screen time and not burning off any energy. In some ways, we would prefer that students did not bring these devices to school, but understand that this may be an important form of communication for parents. If you need to get a message to your son/daughter you can call the office on 453 6035.Please ensure that any devices are insured under your own contents’ policy. The school will not make any claims for loss or damage to such devices. Likewise, students are responsible for the security of these devices. The school will not use up resources trying to track devices down when they go missing.

Principal’s CommentKia ora koutou, greetings to all parents, caregivers and friends of the school.Two weeks down already and it seems like the term is just flying by. It has certainly been an interesting week with a significant weather event hitting the south. Fortunately we were not too badly affected but our thoughts certainly go out to those who were evacuated from their homes and are dealing with the after effects of flooding. It seems that these weather events are coming along more often and I am convinced this is directly attributed to climate change.The start of the school year has been very busy and I would like to thank everyone for the way you have helped with this smooth start. We are still accepting enrolments and it is good to see many new faces around the school. As I write this newsletter article, whilst supervising a study class, students and families are looking forward to a public holiday tomorrow where we celebrate Waitangi day. Wa�tang� �ay is the national day of New Zealand and commemorates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. Ceremonies take place at Waitangi (Northland) and elsewhere to commemorate the signing of the Treaty. This Treaty is regarded as New Zealand’s founding document.

The Treaty of Waitangi was first signed on 6 February 1840 on the grounds of James Busby’s house - now known as Treaty House - at Waitangi, in the Bay of Islands. The Treaty was signed by representatives acting on behalf of the British Crown and, initially, about 45 Māori chiefs. Over the course of the next seven months, copies of the Treaty were toured around the country to give other chiefs the opportunity to sign. The signing had the effect of securing British sovereignty over the islands of New Zealand, which was officially proclaimed on 21 May 1840.

Last Friday the school held its annual mihi whakatau to welcome those new to the school in a way that recognises each person’s place here at Kaikorai Valley College; as well as developing a greater understanding of our heritage and Māori traditions. This special event was attended by the whole school, and family/whānau representatives and other guests. It was great to see so many new faces and we were thrilled by the number of whānau and family who supported us. Staff and students stepped up and spoke on behalf of their peers and this made the event even more special.

IMPORTANT �AT�S FOR 2020Event dates may change and new events added throughout the year.

F�BRUARY10-11 Leadership Camp11 Philip Craigie Awards 7.00pm12-14 Year 8 Camp13 Otago SS Triathlon (Wanaka)17 T�ACH�R ONLY �AY (students to only attend the 3-way conferencing)17 3-Way Conferencing Day18 Gateway First Aid Course19 Athletics Sports20 Athletics Sports’ Back-up Day24-25 BIO200 Tautuku26 Hui/Fono 6.00pmMARCH3 Sports’ Expo/1000km Challenge (TBC)4 Sports’ Expo/1000km Challenge Back-up Day (TBC)12-13 Riccarton Summer Exchange (Chch)16-17 PED200 Cycle Trip 123 Otago Anniversary Day (no school)26-27 PED200 Cycle Trip 231 Love Me Nots Year 1231 Urban Farm Field Day 1 (TBC)APRIL2 Urban Farm Field Day 1 Back-up Day (TBC)2 Shakespeare Festival8 ODP Day Tramp 19 Yr 7-10 Grade Summaries Home (TBC)9 Last Day of Term 127 ANZAZ Day (no school)28 First Day Term 2MAY4-8 Yr10 Tautuku Week8 ODP Day Tramp 212-14 BIO300 Portobello15 Senior Grade Summaries Home19 Parent Interview Evening Yrs 7-13 (TBC)21 Caversham Relay (King’s HS)27 Otago/Southland Relay (Milton)JUN�4 Otago Cross Country (KVC)7-8 Otago Netball Tournament (Dunedin)11-12 Riccarton Winter Exchange (Dunedin)11 Otago Cross Country Champs Back-up Day15 The Big Sing25 Dunedin Co-Ed Tournament (Dunedin)26 Otago Table Tennis TournamentJULY3 Yr 7-10 Grade Summaries Home (TBC)3 End of Term 220 Star of Term 324 Senior Grade Summaries Home27 KVC OPEN NIGHTAUGUST

Music NotesElton John, film scores, rock and classical music were on display at our annual Music teachers concert for our years 7 through to 10.

Kaikorai Valley College itinerant music and extra-curricular activities: Sign-ups are now happening for the following lessons and activities. Get in quick!! Clarinet, Saxophone, Violin, Cello, Flute, Guitar, Electric Bass, Voice, Choir, Rock/Pop group, Orchestra, Chamber music, Electronic Music Production, Piano and Ukulele. See Mr Corlet in the Music room.

In Years 9 - 13 there is an expectation that students will have either a Chromebook or laptop. There is, of course, an expectation that these devices are being used in an appropriate manner. All families signed a cyber agreement upon enrolment. Where it is deemed that they are being used in an inappropriate way, the school may be forced to investigate and take disciplinary action.Corona��rusNo doubt everybody is aware of events in China and now some other countries where there has been an outbreak of the novel coronavirus. The death toll continues to rise as scientists strive to design and provide a vaccine. So far NZ has been very fortunate that no cases have been reported. I would like to assure parents that KVC has no students who have recently arrived from China. Our Chinese students arrived considerably earlier in the year and have no signs of the virus and are well beyond doing so.The school is being advised on a regular basis around the situation and is confident that all the right procedures are in place. However, it is good to be cautious so we do ask students and families to be washing hands regularly and should any flu-like symptoms be noticed to immediately seek professional advice.Absen�esThe school continues to monitor student attendance carefully. Under NZ law every school must follow-up on non-attendance, so this is why some parents may receive a text message. Most schools will follow similar processes to do this. If you are aware that your son or daughter will not be attending school please call the school and leave a message. We would ask that this is then followed up with an explanation in their school diary. A space is provided for this. Please understand that when homeroom and whānau teachers request this, they are simply doing their job, as we are required to do under the law. If you receive a text message please do not panic. If you could, in the first instance, reply to the message if you were aware of this. If not, please contact the main office. Just occasionally this can be an error if something has been entered incorrectly. However, if not, then it is really important for you to be aware of the absence.R��k GeerlofsPr�n��pal

Outstanding Achievement!Ma�kenz�e ��nn�ssen in 8Lj had an outstanding weekend at the Otago Surf Lifesaving Championships over the weekend. She won two Otago titles, being named champion in the U12 Beach Sprints and being part of the winning Beach Relay team. She competed in incredibly wet,

windy and cold conditions in the board and run, swim, run races. Well done, Mackenzie, on your outstanding efforts and achievement!

Urban Farm 2020Meet the new girls up on the farm. We have now introduced our heritage breed chickens into their coop and run. First up is ‘Myrtle’ our Barnevelder or ‘Barnie’ as they are affectionately known - a Dutch breed of domestic chicken cross-bred with ‘Shanghai’ birds imported from Asia to Europe in the latter part of the nineteenth century, originating from

the Dutch town of Barneveld, east of Utrecht. They are a low maintenance hen with a fun personality and good looks! These hens have a beautiful patterning on their feathers, a brown feather with a double black lacing producing an ‘arrowhead’ effect. The neck feathers are black with no lacing. Interestingly the roosters do not have the patterning and are a black breasted red colour. The ‘Barnie’ can be described as a rectangular body shape, with wings high on their body preventing the bird from flying well. The comb is red and the beak ‘horn’ coloured. Skin and legs are yellow with four toes to each foot. They are a large bird weighing between 2-3 kilos. They produce 3-4 large brown eggs per week, chocolate coloured and speckled. What a treat! I cannot wait for the young hens to start laying.They are gentle and inquisitive and will greet you with a low key chattiness, with more of our students visiting the farm ‘Myrtle’ will no doubt become very familiar with visitors and more conversations will be had! Next week meet our Coronation Sussex - who is also seeking a name. Email name ideas to me at nirushbrook@kvc.school.nz.

Nicola Rushbrook

Career MovesSTAR Courses - listed on the next page are a variety of vocational courses that are available at the Learning

Centre in Princes Street.By enrolling in one of these courses students are able to explore different career pathways and help them make informed decisions about their schooling and future work or study.Year 12 and 13 students are able to enrol in these courses and gain Level 2 and 3 NCEA credits. Information about these courses and enrolment forms are available from the Careers Office.

Words from the LibraryBooks of the Week - ‘Guinness World Records 2020’ and ‘Guinness World Records Gamers Edition 2020’. Miss Flett kindly donated these two wonderful books to our Library when she left her position as Year 8 homeroom teacher at the end of 2019. They are very popular books with our students because they are filled with photos, stats and trivia.

Students are allowed to borrow three books at a time from our Library and most books are issued for three weeks. If books are required longer they can be renewed once. Emails will be sent to students and caregivers if books are overdue, because often we have other students waiting for popular titles. Here is a link (https://aiscloud.nz/KKR00/#!dashboard) to our Library page that shows the latest titles arriving in our Library.S�holasti� Book Or��ers - Thursday 13 February is the last day to order books from the Scholastic Brochure 1 which can be collected from the Library. Orders can be made via LOOP on the Scholastic website or orders and money can be handed in at the Library.

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STAR COURSES: Term 1 - 2020 Dunedin Food Safety This course develops learners’ use of food safety methods in a supervised environment. Students will demonstrate effective food practises while preparing food. This unit standard is a common workplace requirement and perfect for students wanting to or currently working in the food industry. 167 Practise food safety methods in a food business under supervision L2 C4 V8 Start Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 09:00 AM End Date: Wed, 12 Feb 2020 03:00 PM Cost: $15.00 + GST BOOK NOW Dunedin Barista This course introduces learners to the history of coffee and builds a foundation of barista skills. Students will use commercial espresso machines to practise standard industry techniques. Perfect for students wanting to learn a valuable skill for gaining employment. 17284 Demonstrate knowledge of coffee origin and production L3 C3 V6 17285 Demonstrate knowledge of commercial espresso equipment and prepare espresso beverages under supervision L2 C4 V9 Start Date: Sat, 22 Feb 2020 09:00 AM End Date: Sun, 23 Feb 2020 03:00 PM Cost: $25.00 + GST BOOK NOW Dunedin Teamwork This course encourages students to interact and participate with others in a team environment. Learners will communicate and contribute with their team to achieve a common goal. Perfect for encouraging learners to work with others in a safe and positive way. 9677 Communicate in a team or group which has an objective L2 C3 V10 9681 Contribute within a team or group which has an objective L3 C3 V7 27563 Describe teams and team leadership L3 C4 V2 Venue: Dunedin: The Learning Place, 33 Princes Street, Dunedin Start Date: Thu, 27 Feb 2020 09:00 AM End Date: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 03:00 PM Cost: $25.00 + GST BOOK NOW Dunedin Communication This course develops learners’ speaking, presenting and listening skills and is an exciting opportunity for students to learn about and present a range of communication skills in different contexts. Learners will present a social speech, deliver a presentation, and interact and respond with others. Perfect for all students needing to come out of their shell or develop their communication skills. 11097 Listen actively to gain information in an interactive situation L3 C3 V5 1307 Speak to a known audience in a predictable situation L3 C3 V8 9694 Demonstrate and apply knowledge of the communication process theory L3 C4 V8 Start Date: Thu, 05 Mar 2020 09:00 AM End Date: Fri, 06 Mar 2020 03:00 PM Cost: $25.00 + GST BOOK NOW

KAIKORAI VALLEY JUNIOR COLLEGE 3-WAY CONFERENCING – GOAL SETTING INTERVIEWS

MONDAY 17 FEBRUARY 2020 Year 9 – 13 Interviews held from 12.30pm until 7.30pm in designated Whānau Rooms Junior College Interviews will be held from 1.30pm until 7.30pm in their Home Rooms

ONLINE BOOKINGS

The online booking page for the 3-Way Conferencing is now open. Please log on to the link listed below entering the relevant code and follow the steps to book your interview time.

The smooth running of our interview evening relies on all parents keeping to the timetable. Please consider other parents and end the interview on time.

Go to http://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/home

FOR JUNIOR COLLEGE: Key in the School Code q55pz and follow the steps

FOR YEARS 9-13: Key in the School Code upv4p and follow the steps

If you enter an email address a confirmation email will be sent to you.

If you prefer to make your bookings over the phone please contact the school on 453 6035 and we

will make the booking for you. For more information, contact the school on 453 6035

Ente r co rrect code as s ta ted above

This Day in History7 February

457: Leo I becomes emperor of the Byzantine Empire.1569: King Philip II forms Inquisition in South America.1613: Michail Romanov (aged 16) becomes Tsar of Russia.1639: Academie Française begins Dictionary of French Language.1783: Great Siege of Gibraltar launched by France and Spain against the British colony during American War of Independence is lifted after three years and seven months.1856: Colonial Tasmanian Parliament passes the 1st piece of legislation (the Electoral Act of 1856) anywhere in the world providing for elections by way of a secret ballot.1904: Baltimore catches fire (1500 buildings destroyed in 80 blocks).1915: 1st wireless message sent from a moving train to a station received.1928: 1st solo flight from England to Australia takes off from Croydon, piloted by Australian aviator Bert Hinkler (arrives 15½ days later).1959: Fidel Castro proclaims new Cuban constitution, and in 1962 US President JFK begins blockade of Cuba by banning all Cuban imports and exports.1984: American astronaut Bruce McCandless makes 1st untethered spacewalk.

9 Letter PuzzlegramWords must be 4 letters or more and contain the letter A. Your list must have one 9-letter word. Proper names and foreign language words are not allowed. Answers will be in next week’s newsletter. 5 words = good; 8 words = great; 16 words = excellent; 21 words = outstanding!

Last Week’s Puzzle Answers: cero, core, corn, cure, curn, curr, ecru, euro, roue, ruer, rune, cooer, corer, cornu, crone, croon, crore, cruor, curer, quern, recon, recur, rerun, roque, rouen, corner, conquer, coroner, crooner, CONQU�ROR

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Curious NotionsIn Canada a person may not water his or her lawn when it is raining.In Belgium a driver who needs to turn through oncoming traffic has the right of way unless he or she slows down or stops.

A giraffe’s heart pumps twice as hard as a cow’s heart, in order to get blood to its brain.The longest one-syllable word in the English language is “screeched.”Goat meat contains up to 45 percent less saturated fat than chicken meat.Because of its unique tilt, a single night on Uranus lasts for 21 years.The modern salute is believed to be derived from the way in which French Knights would greet each other by lifting the visors of their helmets.In America it is a federal crime to use your roommate or friend’s Netflix account.

On a genetic level, fungi are more closely related to animals than they are to plants.When you remember a past event, you are actually remembering the last time you remembered it, not the event itself.The world’s first motel is in San Luis Obispo. Built in 1925. When opened, it cost $1.25

for a two-room bungalow with a kitchen and a private adjoining garage.Small as they may be, ladybugs have a unique smell that humans are incredibly sensitive to.The oldest unopened bottle of wine was found in a Roman tomb that is over 1,650 years oldMore tornadoes occur in the United Kingdom per square mile than any other country in the world.The Main Library at Indiana University sinks over an inch every year because when it was built, engineers failed to take into account the weight of all the books that would occupy the building.

KVC Urban FarmOur Urban Farm is

gratefully supported by the Otago

Community Trust.

Quote of the Week“A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on

its shoes.”~ Mark Twain ~

Kaikorai Valley College Board of TrusteesCasual Vacancy for an �lected Trustee

A casual vacancy has occurred on the Board of Trustees for an elected parent representative. The board has resolved under section 105 of the Education Act 1989 to fill the vacancy by selection. If ten percent or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held. Any eligible voter who wishes to ask the board to hold a by-election should write to:Chairperson, Board of TrusteesKaikorai Valley College500 Kaikorai Valley RoadBradfordDunedin 9011by 8 March 2020.

Sports NewsA good number of students have signed up to play a sport but it would be great to see a few more. Please use the Google form that was emailed out last Friday if your child still wishes to play a sport. Some team entries have now closed, but I may be able to squeeze one or two extras in to some of our teams, so please get those forms completed as soon as possible so that students do not miss out.A number of sports begin competition this week so please check the information on the next page. It is really important for students and parents/caregivers to read the newsletters and daily notices to keep up to date with all the sports’ information. All relevant information can also be found on our website. If your child cannot get to a practice or game, they need to let me or their coach know. This is an expectation for all of our participants.Sa�l�ng - Ms Gillespie, our Guidance Counsellor, is a keen sailor and she has organised an opportunity for our students to learn to sail. No prior sailing experience necessary, but must be confident in deep water. If anyone is interested, please get in touch with me to find out more about it.Here is the Basketball Otago Rep Tr�al information for 2020:Tr�al �ates U15 an�� U17First Trial - Sunday 16th FebruarySecond Trial - Sunday 23rd FebruaryT�mes for both �ates:U15 Girls’ - Noon - 1.30pm EdgarU15 Boys’ - 1.30pm-3pm EdgarU17 Girls’ - 3pm-4.30pm EdgarU17 Boys’ - 4.30pm-6pm EdgarTr�al Info U19 Men9th OBHS Gym 4pmFeb 15th Edgar 9am23rd Feb Edgar 4pmU19 Women TBCRegulationsU15 - Must turn 14 or 15 in 2020U17 - Must turn 16 or 17 in 2020U19 - Must turn 18 or 19 in 2020Web Link for more info:https://www.otago.basketball/development_programmes/u15-u19-otago-representative-trial-registration/Registration Form:h t t p s : / / m e m b e r s h i p . s p o r t s t g . c o m / r e g o f o r m .cgi?formID=91693Any questions contact Greg Brockbank, Game Development Game DevelopmentGame Development ManagerMobile 0220287008 - operations@otago.basketball - www.otago.basketballThese are all introductory courses run by Basketball Otago Coaches aimed at teaching basketball skills in fun game style play.DiggersTuesdays Edgar Centre 4-5pm Age 5-8https://www.otago.basketball/development_programmes/diggers-term-1-2020/ Miners

Thursdays Edgar Centre 4-5pm Age 9-12https://www.otago.basketball/development_programmes/miners-term-1-2020/ Girls Got Game Allstars – Girls OnlyTuesdays Edgar Centre 4-5pm Age 5-8https://www.otago.basketball/development_programmes/girls-got-game-all-stars-aged-5-to-8/ Girls Got Game Pro – Girls OnlyThursdays Edgar Centre 4-5pm Ages 9-12https://www.otago.basketball/development_programmes/girls-got-game---pros-aged-9-to-12/ Theresa Johnson, Sports’ Coordinatore: sport@kvc.school.nzc: 027 543 4251

Come and Give Aerobics a Try!Head down to the Dunedin South Presbyterian Church (393-395 King Edward St, South Dunedin). Join in the fun with some fitness, fun games and grab a taste of what aerobics is all about! For just $5 cash each session come and see what you’ve been missing out on!Sunday 9 February 1:30pm-3pm, Wednesday 12 February 3:30pm-5pm, Sunday 15 February 1:30pm-3pm, Wednesday 19 February 3:30pm-5pm. Text/call Sian on 0224307048 or email sianremon7@gmail.com if you have any questions. We can’t wait to see you all there!

DUNEDIN CITY PÉTANQUE INVITES YOU TO JOIN

THE SECONDARY & INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

PÉTANQUE LEAGUE

FEBRUARY – APRIL 2020

WHAT IS PÉTANQUE It is a sport, where players toss steel balls as close as possible to a small wooden ball called a jack, while standing inside a circle with both feet on the ground. It is played in over 130 countries and is one of the fastest growing sports in the world.

WHY PLAY PÉTANQUE Its rules are simple, learned within minutes. It’s inexpensive requiring no major equipment or clothing. It’s social, fun and a great challenge. It’s suitable for players with a range of abilities; you don't have to be fast, fit or strong. Individuals can choose to play purely for social fun or can go on to achieve Regional, National and even

International recognition if they put the time and energy into the sport.

Get your friends together and have a go!

Dates (term 1): Every Tuesday for 8 weeks - Starts on 18 February; ends 7 April 2020 Where: Dunedin City Pétanque, 80 Eglinton Road, Dunedin Time: 3.15 registration, 1st game 3.45pm. Finishes around 5.30pm Who/What: Open to school years 7-13. There are two divisions - year 7-9 and year 10-

13. Everyone plays 3 or 4 games every week. There are weekly prizes as well as medals and trophies for the overall winners for the 8 weeks of the term. Tea, coffee, hot chocolate & biscuits provided, other refreshments for sale.

Cost: $2.00 per person per week or $15 for the term. • No experience required; full instruction provided prior to play. • All equipment supplied; however fully closed in shoes must be worn. • Free coaching prior to league starting and every Sunday during the League if desired • Sessions fully supervised. • Free membership of Dunedin City Pétanque if interested. • Registrations to your school sports co-ordinator by Monday 16 February, or contact

Stefany directly. • Inquiries to Stefany Frost, Dunedin City Pétanque Club Captain on 021 717 080 or

froststefany@gmail.com.

Term One Sports’ Information

CRICKET- GIRLS an�� BOYS (YR 9-13) Wednesdays 4.30- 6pm Start date TBC. Practices- Monday 3-4.15pm. Fees TBCGames are played at various grounds around Dunedin. Players are transported by school van to the game. Find own transport home.

SOFTBALL (YR 9-13) Thursdays at Ellis Park. Games are usually 4.00pm - 5.15pm. Fees $25. Draws - http://www.osa.org.nz/

TOUCH (YR 9-13) Starts Tuesday 18 February at the Kensington Oval Half hour games from 4pm - 5.30pm. Fees $25Transport by school van available to the Oval. Practice Wednesday 3 - 4.30pm. Draws - www.osssa.org.nz

TOUCH (YR 7&8) Starts Thursday 13 Feb at the Oval Half hour games played from 4.15 - 5.45pm. Fees $20.Transport to Oval may be available but students will require their own transport home. Practices TBC. Coach - Mr Burden. Draws - http://www.otagotouch.co.nz/

MINIVOLLEY (YR 7&8) Starts Friday 14 February at the Edgar Centre. Games- 4pm or 4.30pm. Fees $20 + $2.50 door entry.Transport available to the Edgar by school van. Practices - Monday 3-4pm in KVC Gym. Draws - Weekly newsletter

VOLL�YBALL (YR 9&10) Starts Friday 14 February at the Edgar Centre. Games from 4pm - 7.30pm. $25 + $2.50 door entryTransport available to the Edgar by school van. Draws - Weekly newsletter

VOLL�YBALL (YR 11-13) Starts Monday 10 February at the Edgar Centre. Games from 4pm - 7.30pm $25 + $2.50 door entry. Draws - Weekly newsletter

FUTSAL (YR 7&8) Starts Tuesday 25 Feb - Edgar Centre. Half hour games between 4 and 6pm. Fees $50 - no door fee. 7 week competition. Practices Tuesdays at lunchtime in the KVC gym. All players must wear shin pads. Futsal Draws - http://www.footballsouth.co.nz/

FUTSAL (YR 9-13) Starts Thursday 27 Feb - Edgar Centre. Half hour games between 4 and 6pm. Fees $50 - no door fee.7 week competition. Practices TBC. Shin pads compulsory. Futsal Draws - http://www.footballsouth.co.nz/

JU�O (YR 7-13) Starts Wednesday 12 Feb after school in the gym foyer. Fees $130 per year. Time: 3.10pm - 4.15pm First two weeks free trial. Students will be trained by Mr Hananeia, a qualified NZ instructor, national referee, third dan, club president and coach. Uniform - old t-shirt/rugby jersey and trackpants for beginners.

TABL� T�NNIS (YR 7-13) Coaching every Thursday from 3pm - 4pm in the KVC Gym. Start 13 Feb. Fees $20.We have a NZ qualified coach, Mr Martin Duffy, who comes to the school and there are opportunities for talented students to go on and represent Otago. All students are welcome to come along and give table tennis a go.

T�NNIS (YR 7&8) Starts Monday 17 Feb. Playing venue: Logan Park Tennis Centre from 5pm - 6pm. Fees $25Equipment: Racquets and balls provided. Players may use their own racquet if they wish.

T�NNIS (YR9-13) Starts Thursday 13 Feb at Logan Park Tennis Centre. Fees $35. Rounds are played at 4pm and 5pm. Coach Ms Skelton

P�TANQU� (YR 7-13) Starts Tuesday 18 Feb at 81 Eglinton Road Mornington. Fees $2 paid on the day.Be there at 3.15pm. No experience required. See the flyer in the newsletter for more information.

HAN�BALL (YR 9-13) Starts Wednesday 12 Feb - KVC Gym. Fees $20. Draws - www.osssa.org.nz

WATERPOLO (YR 7&8) Starts Thursday 13 Feb at Moana Pool. Half hour games from 3.30pm to 7pm. Fees $30 for team fees plus $35 for pool practices. Pool admission costs will also apply for games.As water polo is played in the diving pool, participants MUST be confident swimmers. Practices - Mondays 3.30-4.30 in the Old Dive Pool.WATERPOLO (YR9-13) Starts Friday 14 Feb at Moana Pool. Half hour games from 3.30pm to 8pm. Fees $30 for team fees plus $35 for pool practices. Pool admission costs will also apply for games. Practices - Mondays 3.30-4.30 in the Old Dive Pool.