WAIROA COLLEGE...• Sandi Hickey – part time Art • Mahara Foley – teacher aide On Friday House Leaders and staff organized activities for House Day. This was the first chance

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Issue 1, 7 February, 2020

WAIROA COLLEGE

Lucknow street | 06 838 8303 | www.wairoacollege.school.nz email: [email protected]

SWIMMING SPORTS

WAIROA COMMUNITYCENTRE

19 FEBRUARY

Message From Our PrincipalWelcome back to another school year. Last Wednesday we welcomed all new students and staff with a powhiri. We have quite a few new students across all year levels. Once again welcome to our new students and whanau. Our new staff for 2020 are:• Andrew Clark – Mathematics• Clinton du Plessis – Science• Turina Paku – Science and Mathematics• Paul Quesnell – Science and Year 9 Dean• Reece Harrison – Year 8 and Level 1 Te Reo Maori• Lidy Loffler – part time Year 7 and 8• Hemi Karauria – Service Academy Director and Police Course• Sandi Hickey – part time Art• Mahara Foley – teacher aide

On Friday House Leaders and staff organized activities for House Day. This was the first chance to welcome in new members to the different houses and for houses to have lots of fun while getting to know each other. In assembly this week we celebrated our 2019 academic results. We have achieved the best NCEA Level 1, NCEA Level 2, Maori, Male, Numeracy and Literacy results the school has ever had. Students who had received NCEA Level or Subject endorsements also received their academic badges. I have included National and Decile1-3 results for your perusal. Our roll numbers are up on last year with currently 507 students enrolled at Wairoa College.

2019 sees the best NCEA results in the last decade for Wairoa College

We are very pleased to announce the following provisional results for the 2019 Academic Year for Wairoa College. As we reflect over the last decade, Wairoa College has achieved its best results. We are also above

National and similar decile schools for NCEA Level 1 and 2. 2019 saw a strategic focus to target boys and Maori achievement. We are pleased to say that we are significantly above National results for both Male and Maori achievement at NCEA Level 1 and NCEA Level 2.

I would like to thank the staff and whanau who have worked together to support our young people in achieving these outstanding results. To the students I would like to say a big “well done”! We are on a journey and although there are areas that we would like to further improve it is important to stop and reflect on how far we have come in the last two years. Our school values are reflected in these results and the changing tone and culture of our school. Students are now talking about their learning, their goals, they are more proactive and aiming for their Personal Excellence. This year’s strategic focus will be to challenge our students to achieve at the Merit and Excellence levels.

MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL

2Lucknow street | 06 838 8303 | www.wairoacollege.school.nz | email: [email protected]

• Best NCEA Level 1 achievement rate • Best NCEA Level 2 achievement rate • Best Maori achievement at Level 1 and 2 • Best Male achievement at Level 1 and 2 • Best Numeracy and Literacy Results at Level 1 and Level 2

Academic Year Wairoa CollegeYear 11 NCEA L1

Decile 1-3 Schools

National

2015 56.8 61.7 74.5

2016 58.5 63.4 75.3

2017 57.7 63.4 75.0

2018 71.2 58.4 72.4

2019 73.7 55.1 68.6


Decile 1-3 Schools

National

2015 58.2 67.9 76.3

2016 58.3 70.8 78.4

2017 61.0 71.2 78.5

2018 59.3 69.6 77.6

2019 86.8 67.0 76.1

LEVEL 1

LEVEL 2


Decile 1-3 Schools

National

2015 27.1 50.1 62.6

2016 34.4 53.9 64.2

2017 48.8 55.6 65.5

2018 31.6 56.9 66.1

2019 45.9 57.5 65.5

LEVEL 3

Best overall results in the last 10 years for Wairoa College

These results are likely to further improve when the finalised report comes out in March from NZQA


Ngā mihi nui,

Mrs Jo-Anne Vennell Principal Wairoa College



Year Wairoa CollegeNCEA L1

National NCEA L1

Wairoa CollegeNCEA L2

National NCEA L2

Wairoa College NCEA L3

National NCEA L3

2015 54.4 61.4 56.9 67.3 24.5 47.7

2016 51.9 63.2 57.7 70.9 33.3 50.2

2017 56.9 62.9 60.3 70.7 47.5 52.6

2018 67.2 58.4 63.0 68.6 27.1 52.9

2019 71.6 54.8 84.1 67.1 45.7 53.0

MĀORI

Academic Year Year 11 Year 12

2014 76.5 86.6

2015 65.3 92.5

2016 65.3 79.0

2017 74.0 89.6

2018 79.7 89.8

2019 90.8 94.3

LITERACY

Academic Year Year 11 Year 12

2014 72.8 82.9

2015 61.3 88.1

2016 68.4 74.2

2017 74.0 89.6

2018 78.4 91.5

2019 90.8 94.3

NUMERACY

Gender Academic Year NCEA L1 NCEA L2 NCEA L3Male 2015 51.3 64.3 24.1

2016 58.5 50.0 33.32017 57.5 61.5 26.32018 58.3 50.0 17.92019 73.3 90.0 33.3

Female 2015 62.9 53.8 30.02016 58.5 65.5 35.32017 57.9 63.9 66.72018 83.8 72.0 44.82019 73.9 84.8 62.5

GENDER

NEW TIMETABLE

Throughout 2019 we asked for feedback from staff and students regarding the timetable. We have decided to not roll the days. Monday will always be Monday’s timetable etc. We hope this will help students know where they need to be and what resources they require for that day. Some of the changes outlined in brief:

• Our Whanau classes have been extended to allow us to support our students in terms of well-being, attendance, academic pathways, and (My Mahi)

• On Wednesday, school will start at 9am, this is to allow our staff the opportunity for professional development between 8:15- 9am. Students arriving at 8:45 will be supervised by staff. We will continue with our singing rotations which are important to grow our Tikanga and pride in our school.

• Our Deans now have a regular time where they can continue to support our school values and vision for Wairoa College.

• House meetings on Friday will allow us to grow the school culture and pride in our houses, this will allow us to plan activities like swimming sports and athletic sports.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Staff Briefing

8.15am

PLD 8.15am-9am Staff Briefing

8.15am

Period 1 8.45am 8.45am 9am 8.45am 8.45am

Whanau class 9.45am

Attendance

9.45am

My mahi

10am Whanau

10.20am Assem-bly

10.45am

Rotations

9.45am

Deans

Whanau teacher to take roll at meeting

9.45am

House


Period 2 10.05am 10.05am 10.05am 10.05am

Interval 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am

Period 3 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am

Period 4 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm

Lunch 1.25pm 1.25pm 1.25pm 1.25pm 1.25pm


Home 3pm 3pm 3pm 3pm 3pm

YEAR 9 TO 13 TIMETABLE


NEW TIMETABLE

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Staff Briefing

8.15am

PLD 8.15am-9am Staff Briefing

8.15am

Period 1 8.45am 8.45am 9am 8.45am 8.45am

Whanau class 9.45am

Attendance

9.45am

My mahi

10am Whanau

10.20am Assem-bly

10.45am

Rotations

9.45am

Deans


9.45am

House


Period 2 10.05am 10.05am 10.05am 10.05am

Interval 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am 11.05am

Period 3 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am 11.25am

Lunch 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm 12.25pm



Home 3pm 3pm 3pm 3pm 3pm

YEAR 7 TO 10 TIMETABLE

NEW TIMETABLE

NEW STAFF


Lissina BestfordHi, my name is Lissina Bestford. I have lived in Wairoa most of my life. I am married and have 3 grown children, who all attended Wairoa College. I am pleased to be part of the staff here at the college.

Lidy LofflerHi my name is Lidy Loffler. I have lived in Wairoa (Ruakituri Valley) for the past 13 years coming from Gisborne. The last four years I have been relieving at Tiaho and Frasertown schools. I have 2 primary aged children and when I'm not at school I am kept busy competing my horses in showjumping and helping out on our farm. I am very excited for 2020 at Wairoa College.

Turina PakuMy home and my heart are Wairoa through and through - born and breed. I studied at Waikato Universi-ty graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree and Diploma in Teaching. I started my teaching career in the Waikato before returning to the Hawke's Bay and eventually home. I have worked at Wairoa College throughout the last 6 years in various roles. I love being home.

MY MAHI

Clinton Du PlessisI am from South Africa where I worked as a teacher for about 2 years then as a laboratory technician. I arrived in New Zealand on the 15th of January. I came with my wife. It has always been a dream of mine to live in New Zealand and Wairoa College has given me the opportunity to realise my dream.

Reece HarrisonKia ora, I am from Tauranga Moana, Pare Hauraki and Waikato Maniapoto. I was born in Tauranga, and although initially raised in Tauranga, I spent time living in Pare Hauraki and Waikato as well as Taranaki. I come from a large family, on my mothers side I am Ngati Mahuta and Ngati Koroki/Kahukura, on my fathers side I am Ngati Hei, Ngati Whanaunga, and Ngai te Rangi, Ngati Pukenga and Ngati Ranginui. I came to Wairoa College from Porirua College where I was HOF of Languages, and came here because my wife is from Te Wairoa and she was wanting to come home and we also wanted our mokopuna to experi-ence living here. We have four children who are all grown, and we have nine mokopuna four of which we have living with us. I am a lifelong learner and look forward to learning from my experiences at Wairoa College

Hemi KarauriaMy name is Hemi Karauria and I am 45 years young. I was born in Napier, raised in Wairoa and Tuai. I dedicated 10 years to the New Zealand Defence Force learning new and exciting experiences. Following the army I spent 14 years away from New Zealand training and mentoring. Having completed a full circle, I now consider Wairoa as my home. My mission is to encourage, motivate and mentor our young men and women at Wairoa College to be the best version of them. “nil sin labore - nothing without labour”

Paul Quesnell"Kia ora! My name is Paul Quesnell and I recently arrived from teaching in Auckland for the last 3 years. Before that I was in the USA getting my Master's Degree in secondary education and teaching for a year. I arrived at Wairoa College to take on the responsibility of the Year 9 Dean and a Science teacher."

NEW STAFF


Andrew ClarkG’day, I’m Andrew Clark, originally from Australia. I’ve spent the last year and a half teaching English over in China and Colombia. I managed to learn how to speak Spanish over there before coming over to Wairoa where I can finally focus on teaching math which is what I love to do. I am super excited to be here and I cannot wait to meet all of you.

MY MAHI

This is an App that can be used on a phone or pc that allows students to plan and navigate careers, wellbeing and academic achievement. It allows students, parents and teachers the ability to sit alongside students and guide them. This program will be rolled out through whanau class time and can be run on a laptop or a phone. This is an exciting new initiative that will allow students to explore career options, track NCEA credits and set goals. The roll out of this program will be over Term 1 with full implementation in Term 2.


MY MAHI

Our code of conduct is an overarching document that supports our vision and school values here at Wairoa College, it is what we can expect from our students as they enter our school grounds and our classrooms. The code of conduct is supported by class treaties and our PB4L and our discipline structure, it is a quick reference for staff and students. We have asked students to sign this in acknowledgement that they understand the intention of our code of conduct. In future this will be part of our enrolment pack.

CODE OF CONDUCT


CODE OF CONDUCT


CODE OF CONDUCT

ww CODE OF CONDUCT

The school’s expectation is that each student;Aims to achieve personal excellence.

Learning is the focus of this schoolPeople are to be treated with respect and kindness,

To work together to provide a safe learning environment.We respect our whakapapa, culture and tikanga.

We build positive links with the communities we belong to. When wearing our school uniform we are representing

Wairoa College

This means:1. Attending class on time with the right gear.2. Listening to the teacher and following instructions.3. Using appropriate language and behaviour to create a positive learning

environment.4. Being involved in your own learning and supporting other learners.5. Leaving other people and their property alone.6. Being respectful of the environment and keeping rooms and grounds

clean and tidy.7. All electronic devices are to be used appropriately with your teacher’s

permission. 8. Presenting yourself well and wearing your uniform correctly and with

pride.

I understand what the school expects of students and I will abide by the schools Code of Conduct.

Student Name: _____________________ Signature: ______________________

HOUSE DAY


Nga Taiaha were dressed in Gold for ‘House Day’ and like a line in our new chant says, “we were ready, ready” to have a fun filled, action packed day. Kotahitanga – working together, was our focus throughout the day as we participated in a “Selfie”orienteering activity where groups were given clues to find different items around the school. Once they had found the obscure item they would take a group selfie as proof. A group of students were in charge of designing a mascot for Nga Taiaha House and our Year 12 and 13 Leaders compiled and lead our new House Chant. A swim, watermelon, ice blocks and chocolate bars – gold crunchie bars of course, were much appreciated on such a hot day. Team Spirit was on a high and the students certainly maintained the School Core Value of Kotahitanga –Well done Nga Taiaha we are proud of YOU!Ngā Taiaha e Rua House Leader, Yvonne Nairn

The focus of the day for Manu was participation and encouraging others. This was displayed throughout the whole day where the students interacted with each other in many activities such as Dancing, Amazing Race, Swimming, Basketball and a fantastic Bbq. We are lucky enough to have a great bunch of senior students who supported the Teachers and Students wherever they could. The day was very successful and the stu-dents had lots of fun.Manu Korotangi House Leader, Laice Jackson

HOUSE DAYOur morning started with the students being divided into their year levels and being allocated a station involving an activity run by our Prefects and Year 13 students. The main objective for the activities was for students to bond and get to know each other, especially our new Year 7 students.There were a total of 6 stations or activities where each year level spent 15 minutes completing the activity. The activities were gumboot throw, blind folded walk, bag race, Frisbee throw, mat/board race and cross fire. All students participated very well with lots of fun and competitiveness showing amongst themselves.After Interval the time was spent in our Wharenui with a power point presentation by house leader, Mr Keil, where students learnt about the significance of our House and the college rules and expectations for 2020. All teachers and prefects attached to our House got to talk about themselves to the students so that they understood who we are and our backgrounds. After lunch half of the students went down to the Community Centre for a deserving swim while the remainder of our House stayed back to prepare things for the Athletics sports day coming up. Overall it was a fun day for everyone and we look forward to another outstanding year where Patu Pounamu House is sure to dominate in every inter house competition for 2020.Patu Pounamu House Leader, Reg Keil


Friday 31 January was the first occasion for Te Toki house to come together and participate in a fun-filled day of activities. This was a great opportunity to welcome our new students as well as build house spirit ahead of the upcoming inter-house competitions later this term. In a word, the day was “HOT!” That being said, the overall attitude from all students was incredible and it was a pleasure to see everyone getting involved de-spite the scorching conditions. The activities for the day were designed to allow students to demonstrate the school values of Kotahitanga, Manaakitanga, Resilience, and Respect. These included tasks such as: egg-and-spoon races, sack races, basketball challenges, learning a new house chant, and building human pyramids. We ended the day with a slip ‘n’ slide competition which was much-needed under the ferocious summer sun. It was awesome to see Te Toki students participating in activities outside of the classroom with smiles on their faces and having some good, old-fashioned fun.Te Toki a Tāpiri House Leader, Tim Gledhill


SPORTS NEWSSenior Boys Basketball (Year 10-13)Monday 10 February, 3pm - 5pm at the Gym

AIMS Basketball (Year 7-8)Tuesday 11 February, 3pm - 5pm at the Gym

Madatory: Bring gym clothes, gym shoes and a water bottle

Calling for anyone interested in helping coach one of our many sports teams this year. One of our schools requirements for coaching is that everyone who is involved with students here must be police vetted. If you are interested in hleping please contact Toby Taylor the schools Sports Coordinator.

CALLING FOR COACHES

IMPORTANT - WEB PORTAL CHANGES

ARE YOU HAVING TROUBLE LOGGING INTO THE WEB PORTAL??

This is because student User Names have been changed to there computer login for example (16smijoh) Please contact the school if you are still unsure what the login is. Your passwords will remain the same. Sorry if any inconvienience has been caused. How to install:

1. Visit the APP store and download the SchoolAppsNZ app for free2. Once installed, you can access the app from this icon on your phone’s homescreen3. Simply open the app and search “Wairoa College”.

Wairoa College App • Receive alert notifi cations from the school• Read the school Newsletter • View upcoming school events• Notify school of students absence• View links to the school website, Facebook pages, NZQA site etc• Click to call/email contacts at the School

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Wairoa College Web PortalSign in to have access to your childs timetable, attendance details, pastoral records, NCEA summary, reports, etc

How to install:1. Contact the school to receive user name and password. 2. Go to Wairoa College Website3. Click on Web Portal

For any school information please visit the Wairoa College Website: Newsletter Student Services Uniform School Bell Times Canteen Menu Academic Information Future Focus Extra Curricular Key Messages Our Crest Our Vission, Mission & Values Policies Financial Reports

TERM 1 CALENDAR OF EVENTS


FEB 19 - Swimming Sports24 to 28 - Community Road Safety Event 26 - Athletics Day

MAR4 - Cross Country10 - District Swimming Year 7 & 811 to 13 - Year 7 Camp17 - Year 7 & 8 Immunisation

APR 3 - Vocational Careers Expo9 - Last Day of Term 1

TERM DATES

Term 1Tue 28 AprilThu 2 July

Tue 28 January Thu 9 April

Term 2

Term 4Term 3

Mon 12 OctoberTo be confirmed

Mon 20 JulyFri 25 September

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WAIROA COLLEGE...• Sandi Hickey – part time Art • Mahara Foley – teacher aide On Friday House Leaders and staff organized activities for House Day. This was the first chance