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Nelson College News Friday, 28 August 2020
Kia ora tātou, It’s been lovely to meet parents at our recent cottage or parents’
information evenings. These have been an opportunity for me to meet
with a smaller number of parents, introduce myself and talk about the
college. Where it’s at and where it’s heading. These gatherings have
been popular and due to demand I will be holding a third meeting on
Tuesday 8th September @7.00 pm. Please RSVP to
[email protected] to secure your place.
We’re tidying up students’ course selections and will be building our
timetable over the next few weeks.
Unfortunately, being in Alert Level 2 has meant that we’ve had to
postpone the Year 12 Ball and are still not running full assemblies.
Various sports are affected in different ways. Where possible, we have
decided to send our teams to tournaments if they’re going ahead and
we’re confident of students’ wellbeing. Our sports staff are liaising with
each team individually around this.
The government has advised that students on school buses don’t need to
wear masks, but do have to if they’re travelling on public buses. We
appreciate your support with this.
Next week we have a Teacher Only Day (Thursday 3rd September). I have
been fortunate to secure a live presentation to staff from the world
leading educationalist Andy Hargreaves to speak on ‘Collaboration and
Change’. This day is followed by a mid-term break on Friday 4th
September.
Ngā mihi nui
Richard Dykes Headmaster
Upcoming Events:
September
Winter Tournament Week
03 Teacher Only Day
04 Mid-Term Break
08 Cottage Meeting with Headmaster
10 Mufti Day
11 Race Unity Day
19 Nelson College Y13 Ball
22 Y13 NZ Election Information Evening
24 Nelson College Charity Auction
24 Senior Reports available
25 Last Day Term 3
29 Quad Tournament begins
October
12 Start Term 4
14/15 Nelson College Arts Festival
16 Pink Shirt Mufti Day
21 Prefects Assembly
22 Junior Dance @NCG
24 Year 12 Ball
2021 Calendar
Full Calendar
Full Calendar
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Sports Office Snippets
Our sporting world keeps changing as the COVID-19 levels change! Winter Tournament Week starts on Monday
and we still have a couple of teams away. Sadly, for many sports their tournaments have been cancelled.
All the best to those travelling away. Travel safe, play hard and represent Nelson College with pride.
BASKETBALL
A massive congratulations to our Senior A Basketball team who have qualified for nationals. In a tight game
against Waimea College, we were up 16-15 at quarter-time, down by 5 at half-time, then went down by 12 and
fought back to be down by 2 at three-quarter time. A big final quarter saw us win 86-78. Nice work boys.
Spud Monday
According to legend, the early settlers of Nelson faced starvation in their first winter here and overcame adversity
by eating their seed potatoes – a risky move, given they would need them for the following spring (don't worry,
they replanted the eyes of the potatoes to provide the next crop). For years following, Nelsonians
commemorated this tenacity on Spud Monday on the first Monday in August. Sadly, this unique public holiday
ceased during World War II but every year Nelson College History students mark the occasion with competitive
tasks based on local history and potatoes. Congratulations go to this year’s winners, The Bill Sutch Fan Club, with
Y12 History students Keegan Shellock, Daniel Culverwell, and Joel McKay taking out the coveted Potato Head
Trophy and a sack of spuds. Well done to all boys who competed.
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
2020 Top of the South Readers Cup Quiz
We had two teams of Y9 students competing in the 2020 Top of the South Reader’s Cup Quiz. The Reader’s Cup is for students who enjoy reading and show great comprehension skills. The students were required to read five selected books so they could answer detailed questions relating to the books. After a marvellous morning tea and six rounds of questions, Nelson College’s team, “The Undecided” (Undecided by name and undecided by costume) with James Ben, Walter Moloney, Oliver Morton, Connor Packer and Aden Beaumont, won the General Knowledge round, and placed Third overall. Our other team, “Charlie and his Nerd Factory” took on the dress-up challenge with gusto with Thomas Goode (Willy Wonka), Henry Miller (Charlie) and Lochlan Cockerell-Brandt, Tom Irvine and Charlie Parker as the Oompa Loompas. They didn't do so well in the Quiz, but were very close to winning best dressed! Big congrats to Marlborough Girls' College for taking out the Cup!
National Schools Debating Competition
Congratulations to Ronan Thompson for his 'Highly Commended Speaker ' award at the National Schools Debating
Competition (as part of the Nelson Marlborough team) which was held via Zoom last weekend.
Cup Cakes for Daffodil Day
In support of Daffodil Day, our Year 11 Hospitality students made cupcakes. The icing procedure required intense concentration! The cupcakes will be for sale today, Friday 28th at interval outside the Food Tech Room, and in the Staffroom. Gold coin, all proceeds to the Cancer Society.
Student Rep for the School Board
Before that other Election, we have a really important one of our own for the Student Rep for the Board of Trustees. This is a one year appointment, and may seem a bit daunting, but there’s plenty of help and support available. As well as having a voice on how your school is governed, being a School Trustee gives valuable knowledge and experience for your future – plus, it will look great on your CV! - Nominations close 12noon Friday 4 September. - Voting closes 12noon Fri 18 September There’s more information at the Executive Secretary’s Office.
WE WANT YOU!
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Careers Hub
Degree Spotlight: Bachelor of Surveying (Otago University only)
Surveying is a 4 year ‘professional’ degree - this means this degree will
take you directly into a professional role as a Surveyor once you
graduate. Currently there is great demand nationally and internationally
(Covid caveat!) for surveyors. If you enjoy Geography, Physics and
Maths, and you love being outdoors – this could be the degree for you!
The learning in the degree combines practical classes, field trips,
computer lab work and academic study. You will learn how to subdivide
land, assess land for its development potential, undertake city and
environmental planning, design urban infrastructure, write resource
consents and even map the ocean floor.
Interested? Find out more here: https://www.otago.ac.nz/surveying/index.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwkJj6BRA-
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Trades Spotlight: Horticulture
Horticulture is an incredibly diverse industry with great earning potential,
job security…and it is local! You could be flying drones, climbing trees,
working on an orchard, on a sports field, in a high-tech process plant or in
a production facility…all while you are earning, learning AND growing.
So, if you have a can-do attitude, are practical and you enjoy the
outdoors, a career in horticulture could be for you! Find out more about
the diversity of apprenticeships, training and career options in
horticulture here: https://gohorticulture.co.nz/training/
NEW! NEW! NEW! In 2021 the Horticulture industry is providing a one day per week Level 2 course which is open
to Y11, 12, 13 students at school. In this course you will be out and about exploring different horticulture
businesses including orchards, vineyards and greenhouses, getting hands-on experience in the different tasks that
happen at different times of the year. You will also be building networks for future career opportunities with local
business. To apply for this course please contact Chris Phillips in the Careers Hub: [email protected]
Applications close end of October.
Careers Events coming up:
• Monday 31st August – ARA Liaison Officer visit
• Thursday 10th September – NMIT mini expo (lunchtime in the library)
• UNIVERSITY COURSE PLANNING SESSIONS (Covid permitting) o Monday 14th September 12.30-1.30pm Lincoln o Monday 14th September 1.30-3.15pm UC o Monday 21st September 1.30-3.15pm Victoria o Thursday 24th September 9.30-11.30am Otago o Friday 25th September 9.30-11am Massey (via Zoom) o No date planned yet for AU
Contact: Careers Advisor - Vikki Heays: Email: [email protected] Our young men taking their place in the world
Our key role in the Careers Department is to support our young men to explore and find options that enable them
to take their place in the world. Check out some of our (young) Old Boys who have recently graduated from the
Armed Forces and are proudly serving their community and country in their roles.
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Midshipman Joseph Young - Joseph graduated from the Navy Junior Officers common training
last year. He’s off to study Engineering at UC. Once he has completed his degree he will work
as an Engineering Officer for the Navy. As a recipient of the Navy’s "Tangaroa Scholarship
scheme”, all his university fees and associated expenses are paid for. During the holidays
Joseph will work within the Naval Engineering department, developing his Naval and
Engineering knowledge.
Private Sajal Kumar – Sajal recently graduated from the NZ Army Regular Recruit Force. He is
now completing his trade training as an Armourer at the RNZAF Woodbourne Base,
where he will become skilled in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of
weapons systems in the NZ Army.
Spring Extravaganza
Get ready for the next concert from the Music Department. The Spring
Extravaganza will be at Nelson Cathedral on Monday 21 September at 6-8pm.
Entry by koha. The concert will feature the Nelson College Choir, Concert Band,
Orchestra, String Ensemble and Jazz Band. Everyone welcome!
Maths Challenge!
Each newsletter, our Maths Dept sets a challenge:
Give the next two numbers in the pattern: 1 , 11 , 21 , 1211 , 111221 , 312211 ,
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter…
Breakfast Club
Our Breakfast Club is up and running every morning. Thanks to Sanitarium who provide us with free Weetbix, milk and Milo. This is available every morning; so if you’ve missed having breakfast at home, or you’ve had an early morning training session, just come along to the Food Tech Room between 8.00 -8.45am, and make yourself some breakfast. All welcome.
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Year 7 STEAM Art
Here are some fine examples of artwork from our Y7 Preps for STEAM
classes. The students drew observational drawings using sketching
techniques, such as hatch sketching and coloured pencil shadings.
Some very impressive results!
Waimea Scholarship 2020
Did you go to Brightwater Primary School? Need some $$ to help with your studies, sports or cultural pursuits? The Waimea Scholarship is open to anyone who went to Brightwater Primary School, and who is aged between 12 and 30 yrs. It's all thanks to Laura Hollis Hill, a lifelong educator and passionate contributor to the Richmond and Brightwater Communities. You can get more information and application forms by emailing [email protected]
Year 13’s Upcoming Events
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Spirit of Adventure
What could be better than 10-days on the Spirit of Adventure? Learn new skills, make new friends, face new challenges and be empowered by your own potential.
Nelson College PTA has two 100% funded scholarships for this all-expenses-paid life-changing adventure, open to students aged between 16-18yrs at the time of sailing.
There are two sailing dates: 27 Dec to 6 Jan 2021 Auckland-Opua (Bay of Islands) 25 Jan to 3 Feb 2021 Auckland-Auckland
The 2020 Scholarship includes return airfares Nelson/Auckland. Applications close Fri 20 Oct. Info at: https://www.nelsoncollege.school.nz/our…/nelson-college-pta/
Diversity Day
This year’s Diversity Day is on Friday 11 September – stay tuned for more updates.
Diversity Day 2020 Shirts are now on sale
for $25 each!
Please contact Punn Cowarin:
[email protected] or 022 637 3097.
Contacts 03 548 3099 | [email protected] | www.nelsoncollege.school.nz
Uniform Shop
Opening Hours – Term Time Only
• Tuesday: 1.30pm – 4.30pm
• Thursday: 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Maths Challenge answer…
It is a look and say pattern. In the first number there is one 1 (11) , then there is two 1’s (21), then there is one 2 then one 1 (1211) 1 , 11 , 21 , 1211 , 111221 , 312211 , 13112221 , 1113213211
