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John Paul College, Rotorua Whitworth Road, Rotorua. www.jpc.school.nz Ph: 07 3478 795 Fx: 07 3461 271
A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR THE JOHN PAUL COLLEGE COMMUNITY Term 3, Issue 28 3rd September 2018
2018 School Theme :
Ma te pono Me te aroha – Through Faith and Love
Dear Parents/ Caregivers Kia Ora, Malo e Lelei, Talofa, Mabuhay, Greetings The Account Offices and Uniform Shop will be closing at 12pm this Thursday 6th September. We apologise for any inconvenience. PRELIMINARY EXAMS AND NCEA Your children have now finished their preliminary exams. Please discuss the results with them, celebrating what they have done well and what they need to do before the externals at the end of the year. It is important to note that teachers have reduced the number of standards offered to students in an attempt to reduce workload for the students and staff. It is also hoped that students will focus more on the” quality” of the credits rather than simply accumulating credits. The other important implication is that external NCEA exams are “High Stakes” as most students will need them to pass NCEA. On this basis students will be at ”real risk “of failure if they do not sufficiently prepare for the externals or don’t turn up. If you have any concerns about your child’s progress towards achieving NCEA then please be in contact with their teachers or Dean. OPTIONS FOR 2019: YEARS 9-12 – CRITICAL DECISION MAKING Selecting subjects is a significant decision since it directly affects career choices, acceptance into tertiary courses and ultimately the happiness of the students. If you have not done so already, give quality time to this matter with your child. If you or your child need further information, please contact the following people: Faculty Heads
Art Matt Czyrek [email protected]
Languages Stephen Bloomfield [email protected]
Mathematics Lara Cordonni [email protected]
Physical Ed / Health Barb Northey [email protected]
Religious Education Karen Bloomfield [email protected]
Science Conny Ludascher [email protected]
Humanities Simon Baker [email protected]
Technology Phil Jones [email protected]
Deans
Year 9 Simon James [email protected]
Year 10 Terry Hughes [email protected]
Year 11 Minka Webb [email protected]
Year 12 Sherry Brewer [email protected]
Year 13 Tim Bell [email protected]
Careers Advisor E: [email protected]
SENCO (Special Needs) E: [email protected]
Deputy Principal Curriculum E: [email protected]
SENIOR OPTION SUBJECT INFORMATION EVENING Wednesday 5th September - 5.30 – 6.30pm in the Edmund Rice Centre
An opportunity for parents and students in Years 10-12 to discuss their option choices for 2019 All option selections are to be handed in by 3pm Friday 14th September
God bless Patrick Walsh
Principal
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE ELECTION FOR THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES 2018/2019
Nominations are invited for the election of one student representative to the Board of Trustees. Nomination forms will be available from Mrs Lock (Returning Officer) as from Friday 24th of August 2018. Nominations close on the 7th of September 2018 and should be accompanied by a candidate’s statement. If you would like any more information please contact Mrs Lock on extn 8839 or [email protected]
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CRICKET REGISTRATION Calling all old and new cricket players - Registration Cricket registration for term 4 - All cricketers please use link to register for cricket https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQ7tjo1Xp3hTFFd4NljUo8n8Hel4zOXAkHG65FV8llYYnWZQ/viewform
Please find below the winners of the PTA Raffle which was drawn under Police supervision today during assembly. May we take this opportunity to thank our generous sponsors and the students and parents of the school community for promoting the raffle and raising $10,758.95 for a Sports Shelter.
1st: $1500 Noel Leeming Voucher - Kylee Douglas 2nd: $500 Noel Leeming Voucher - Te Aohinga Wilson-Hill 3rd: Lenovo 10" Tablet (donated by Noel Leeming) - Ann-Maree Stanley 4th: Coolant Flush & Change (donated by City Autos) - Stephen Graham 5th: $100 Pak N Save Voucher - Dale Campbell 6th: $100 McDonalds Family Restaurant Voucher - Nirmal Rajapakse 7th: Gift Basket (Donated by Pak N Save) - Vivien Renata 8th: $50 Petrol Voucher/WOF (Donated by City Autos) - Griffins 9th: $50 McDonalds Family Restaurant Voucher - Brendan Webby 10th: $50 K-Mart Voucher - Nathan Clapperton
RESULTS
UNIFORM SHOP HOURS MONDAY TO FRIDAY
8.00AM-2.00PM TERM TIME ONLY JPC ON-LINE UNIFORM SHOP You can purchase the school uniform via our website, just click on the Uniform Shop button on the home page
at http://jpc.school.co.nz/uniform-shop If you are unsure of the size, select the closest and this can be changed when the item is picked up. All queries please email [email protected]
“Children outgrowing their uniforms?” The PTA are welcoming donations of used
uniforms in good condition for their next sale.
PTA 2nd HAND UNIFORM SALES DATES Thursdays September 20th & 27th
3.45-4.45pm
EVENTS THIS TERM: September 1-9th Winter Tournament Week 5th Option Evening 5.30-6.30pm 9-14th Aims Games Week 24-28th JPC Mental Health Week 26th Dancing With The Staff 28th Snr Reports Issued
SENIOR OPTION SUBJECT INFORMATION MEETING THIS WEDNESDAY 5th September, 5.00-6.30p.m in the Edmund Rice Centre
An opportunity for parents and students in Years 10-12 to discuss their option choices for 2019
AIR CADETS 29 SQUADRON Come along see what it is all about
Basic air corp training, flying & bush camps Wednesday Nights 6.15pm -9pm
23 Geddes Rd Rotorua for more details contact
WHANAU SUPPORT GROUP HUI Tena koutou katoa, our next whanau support group hui is next Monday 10 September 5.30pm in the whare, to follow up on our actions from the last hui and update whanau on ideas for the marae atea and the cultural exchange trip for next year. Again shared kai at 7pm, hope to see you there na Eugene. - Chairperson
INVITATION TO ATTEND
NZ Secondary Schools Junior Underwater Hockey Championship at the Rotorua Aquatic Centre this weekend 7-9th September. JPC Girls Team Melanie Van Der Bruggen Courtney Body Zara O'Neill Sarah Hose Ciara Griffiths Emma Beck Jenna Hastings Hannah Shilton Haylea McCormick Abbey Hose Big Screen to see underwater shots Come and support JPC Girl's as they compete against the top ten Junior Girls Teams in NZ
John Paul College welcomes the community to a presentation from
Lucy Hone PhD
Tuesday 18th September at 7pm Edmund Rice Centre Gold coin donation
“Resilience: how can we promote it in
ourselves and others?” Resilience is a frequently used, but in reality little understood term. Dr Lucy Hone has made it her mission over the last ten years to understand resilience – what it means, who has it, what enables it and prevents it. In this lively Keynote presentation, Dr Hone shares her extensive research on the topic, combing her academic knowledge with personal insights gleaned from living through the Christchurch earthquakes and personal loss. Lucy’s talk is inspirational, insightful and above all practical as she translates key research findings
for real world impact.
Join the movement!
Suicide Awareness & Prevention
HOPEWALK ROTORUA
Saturday 15th September
Connect-Communicate-Care
Cnr Memorial Drive & Whakaue Street
10am
Facebook.com/HopeWalkRotoruaNZ
#STRONGERTOGETHER #HOPEWALK
congratulations To our achievers – well done!
WINTEC COMPETITION
This year the following Year 11 students travelled to Hamilton for the Wintec Culinary Fare. The competition had over 300 entries, from Auckland, Hamilton, Taupo, Tauranga, Waihi and Te Awamutu. Sophie Huang, Madison Mitchell, Jasmine Hall, Briarly Dodunski, Brittany Pettit, Hannah Putt, Sophie McKenzie, Madison George, Kristina Light, Mikaela Van Der Heuvel, Tayla Malone, Hannah McLean and Sophie Smallbone.
We entered four different competitions at the Wintec culinary fare. Cupcakes, Cold Dessert, Barista and Mystery Box (like Masterchef).
This year we prepared all the entries together the day before, starting at lunchtime and finishing at 5.45pm. This allowed students to relax on the day and have some time to do any minor alterations to their entries.
In the Cupcake Competition, Sophie Huang, Madison Mitchell, Jasmine Hall, Briarly Dodunski, Brittany Pettit, Hannah Putt, Sophie McKenzie, all received a Bronze. Madison George and Christina Light both received a Silver medal with Christina obtaining the highest mark with a well-deserved Silver medal, just missing out on a Gold.
In the Cold Dessert, Sophie Huang received a Bronze medal. In the Mystery Box this was a last minute entry with Sophie Huang and Brittany Petit who did really well achieving a Silver medal.
In the Barista Competition John Paul College has done well over the last 5 years but this year we won the top three places with Mikala Van der Heuval receiving a Silver while Hannah McLean Tayla Malone and Sophie Smallbone both received Gold. Sophie Smallbone took out the Top Student at the competition for Barista with a score of 91 points.
All together we received 7 Bronze medals, 3 Silver medals and 3 Gold medals with a great experience for all the students to enjoy. Mr B Davis Food & Nutrition
Also on the 14th Of August Four students travelled to Auckland with Mr. Davis to compete in the National Barista Competition with Mikala Van der Heuval , Hannah McLean, Tayla Malone and Sophie Smallbone all doing extremely well finishing
third and they all received a bronze medal.
Congratulations Veronica Chen, Year 9 Pianist, who gained 3rd place in this year’s Registered Music Teachers Rotorua Senior
Music Scholarship event.
CONGRATULATIONS go to the following students who have not only achieved their NCEA Level 3 but from the work that they have completed this year have also had their NCEA Level 3 endorsed with EXCELLENCE Hayley Hope, Alyssa Koller-Orr, Joshua McGrath, Aditi Singh and Simon Smith It is also pleasing to know that there are a number of other students in Year 13 who are close to achieving this success as well. These students will be rewarded with a L3 Excellence endorsement badge Peter Sinclair D.P Curriculum
congratulations To our achievers – well done!
BOP YR 7 & 8 CHAMPIONS FOR BADMINTON On the 22nd August JPC Year 7 and 8 qualifiers attended the BOP Badminton Competition. The competition was much harder than the CBOP one a few weeks earlier and all teams played well throughout the day with our Premier boys’ team taking the title of TOP BADMINTON TEAM in the Bay. Division 1 Champions - Jhon Borja, Raphael Wang, Nathan Clapperton, Sean Gapes Division 2 - Bronze Medalists - Recco Watt, Auguste Solon, Tusher Kumar, William La Grouw Mrs T Clapperton Teacher in Charge: Badminton
Former JPC pupils who have graduated from Victoria University between June 2017 and May 2018. We join with you in acknowledging and celebrating the students’ wonderful success.
First Name Last Name Qualification Completion Year
Colin Bates BSC - Bachelor of Science 2017
Danielle Flores BBMEDS - Bachelor of Biomedical Science 2017
Grace Gollan BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Grace Gollan LLB - Bachelor of Laws 2017
Jemma Horne BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Morgan Jones BCOM - Bachelor of Commerce 2017
Aidan Kelly BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Isaac Konlechner BCOM - Bachelor of Commerce 2017
Hugh McGuire BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Kylie Parker BA - Bachelor of Arts 2016
Kylie Parker GDTCSC - GDip Teaching (Secondary) 2017
Marie Perese BCOM - Bachelor of Commerce 2017
Elisha Powell BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Anna Threadgill BA - Bachelor of Arts 2016
Anna Threadgill BAHONS - Bachelor of Arts with Honours 2017
Claire Threadgill BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Claire Threadgill BSC - Bachelor of Science 2017
Alexandra Wakeling BA - Bachelor of Arts 2017
Emma Weir BA - Bachelor of Arts 2016
Emma Weir BSCHON - Bachelor of Science with Hons 2017
Benjamin Williams MSS - Master of Strategic Studies 2017
Pirooz Zareie PHD - Doctor of Philosophy 2017
Congratulations Hannah Gapes, who was part of the U18 Women’s Team, who won Silver at the Athletics New Zealand National Road Race Championships in Cambridge on Sunday. The Waikato Bay of Plenty four person team finished well with placings of 2nd, 4th, 8th and 9th to gain Silver. This was a 5km road course and Hannah ran a personal best time of 19.01. Hannah qualified to be part of the women’s team by placing 3rd at the Waikato Bay of Plenty Champs two weeks ago.
Dear Parents and Caregivers, This year the Theme for Caritas Social Justice Week is ‘Inclusion’. The John Paul College family is planning a day of giving on Wednesday 19 September. We will be providing a meal on Wednesday 19 September for families in need. We are being supported in this initiative by Teal Café in Hinemoa Street. Senior students will be preparing and serving this meal. A take away bag of food items will also be given at the end of the meal. We are asking for donations of the following food items for this initiative to be a success. Any donation will be sincerely appreciated. I have noted the bulk amounts we require and am hoping that families can donate a small amount meaning our goal will be reached. Overall, we need: 30 kgs potatoes 10 1 kg packets of pasta (Penne) 5 Kilos of mince Bacon Sausages 120 120 serviettes Tomato Sauce Muesli Bars Bread/buns 50 Disposable knives, forks and dessert spoons (dessert has been donated already) Closer to the time we will need Fruit, Carrots, Peas, Silverbeet, Cabbages, Pumpkins or any other vegetables that you may have in your gardens. All donations can be left in RSC1. Please email me regarding meat and vegetables. Thank you for your ongoing generosity towards those less fortunate in our community. Veronica Aislabie Assistant DRS E: [email protected] Teacher in Charge of Caritas
BLOKES’/BOYS’ BREAKFAST We would like to invite the boys in Years 7 to 8 and a male parent/caregiver/friend to a breakfast gathering to celebrate boys and promote their educational opportunities and achievements at John Paul College; and think about how we can help to make our young boys into good men. This gathering will be on Thursday 20 September 2018. It will be from 7 a.m. until 8 a.m. in the Edmund Rice Centre with food provided and guest speaker. There will be no cost. If you wish to attend please email Stephen Bloomfield, [email protected] indicating numbers of boys and blokes. We look forward to hearing from you.
LICENCE THEORY COURSE WHEN:
October 2nd-4th OR 16th-18th
November 5th-7th OR 27th-29th
December 11th-13th
WHERE: Lakes Prime Care Building, 2nd floor TIME: 9am to 2pm COST: AA and VTNZ - $93.00 MUST HAVE: Original birth certificate, plus photo I.D i.e passport, proof of
address i.e bank statement CONTACT: Register with Lil Emery 0274114104
LYG 2019 - Lasallian Youth Gathering will take place in Melbourne Australia
with the theme of " One Heart - One Commitment - One Life Bringing together Young Lasallians from all over the District of Australia, NZ, Pakistan and Papua New Guinea for 4 days of sharing in FAITH, SERVICE, and COMMUNITY. The Lasallian Youth Gathering is for students who will be in Year 12 / 13 in 2019 and former students of JPC. Details are: Venue: Bayview on the Park - Melbourne Australia When: Saturday 13 April - Tuesday 16 April 2019 Cost: $450 AUS per person, this includes accommodation, catering, conference venue, conference materials Please note: Participants will need to separately fund their airfares to and from Melbourne. If you are interested in attending LYG please register your interest with Bernadette Fredricksen E: [email protected]
Driver Directions is a FREE programme for young people who are embarking on their driving journey and either currently doing their learners, or restricted licence. Driver Directions is being hosted in Rotorua (rather than Taupo as previous) The purpose of Driver Directions is to provide a safe environment which supports safe driving behaviours and practices for novice drivers. Drivers are
paired with ‘coaches’ who encourage/assist them throughout the day as they learn new skills and refine existing skills. Focus is on developing good decision-making strategies and vital skills for safe driving, including assessing themselves, reading the road environment, resisting peer pressure, managing distractions and planning ahead. It kicks off during the school holidays, and you’ve two dates from which to choose – October Tuesday 2nd & Wednesday 3rd (during School holidays). The day starts at 09:00am and concludes at 3.30p.m. SPACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED to the first 20 participants registered per day. To register, simply click on the following link http://www.rotorualakescouncil.nz/our-city/community-development/communitysafety/Pages/Driver-Direction.aspx Or, call Rotorua Lakes Council (07) 348-4199 If spaces fill up for October, the final course for the year will be December- Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th
ROTORUA TENNIS CLUB OPENING DAY FOR JUNIORS AND SENIORS Saturday Sept 8th 1.30. Manuka Crescent. All Welcome
TERM 4 and 1 program for High School students Wednesday 5.30-6.30 and Fridays 4.30-6.00
For further info contact Debra Dowland [email protected] or 021335492
SAMARITAN’S PURSE OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD It is that time of year again when we ask you to give a small gift to a child in a third world country who would never normally receive a gift of any kind. Each year Samaritan’s purse organise and distribute hundreds of shoeboxes at Christmas in poor regions of the world. If you would like to find out a little more about the project please use the link below to go to there website https://www.samaritanspurse.org.au/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/
This year John Paul College is hoping to put together 75 boxes and we are asking the students to bring in donations. Each student will gain points for their school house for each item them donate. Please donate any of the following:t Id SOMETHING TO LOVE Teddy bear, doll, soft toy, etc. (Please no used toys) SOMETHING FOR SCHOOL Exercise book, pencil case, pens, pencils, colouring pencils, sharpener, eraser, chalk SOMETHING TO WEAR T-shirt, shorts, underwear, cap, beanie, sandals, thongs, etc. SOMETHING TO PLAY WITH Tennis ball, cars, skipping rope, marbles, musical instrument, yo-yo, slinky, finger puppets, wind up torch, etc. (No battery operated items)* SOMETHING FOR PERSONAL HYGIENE Soap and face washer, toothbrush, hairbrush, comb, hair-clips, scrunchies, etc.(No toothpaste, bubble bath, shampoo or any liquid item ) SOMETHING SPECIAL Carry bag, sunglasses, bangles, necklaces, craft kits, stickers, note or photo of yourself Please do not send in food or lollies of any; old or damaged items; anything that might break e.g. mirror; anything that can cause harm or relates to war; anything that relates to gambling such as playing cards and dice. For further ideas please click on the link below https://www.samaritanspurse.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/OCC2016-GIFT_IDEAS-FINAL.pdf MONEY TO COVER TRANSPORT AND DELIVERY Although the boxes are delivered by volunteers there are many expenses incurred it costs $10 per box so all donations of money are equally important. We are happy to say that we have been allowed to have a mufti day to help raise funds for the boxes so please look out for the date! As with every year, you may also take home and fill a box as a family if you prefer. I am always humbled by the generosity of the staff, students and their families each year in creating these shoeboxes of love. All donations should be brought directly to RSC2 please. Mrs Bloomfield Director of Religious Studies E: [email protected]
COST / PAYMENT - YEAR 8 CAMP – NOVEMBER 14th -16th The camp will be held at Tui Ridge Park, situated at Hamurana and will run from Wednesday 14th November to Friday 16th November 2018
The Year 8 Camp offers a wide range of activities for all skill levels; such as both indoor and outdoor rock climbing, abseiling, water slide, high ropes course, a giant swing, archery, flying fox, mountain biking, orienteering and Burma trail to name a few. The all-inclusive cost for camp this year is $225.00 per student. This includes transport, accommodation, food and activities.
For ease of payment, parents are welcome to set up an automatic payment, to be completed before Friday 28th October.
Please note that when making payment of camp fees, it is important that you use “Yr 8 Camp” and “Insert Your Child's Name" in the reference fields so we can find your payment in the system. You will receive further information from your child, along with some documentation for you to complete, in the near future. Thank you for your support of, what will no doubt be a memorable camp experience for your child. NB: PLEASE ENSURE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSES ARE CORRECT ON THE SYSTEM TO ENSURE YOUR RECEIVE CAMP INFORMATION. PARENTS ARE ALSO ENCOURAGED TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE JPC APP FOR UPDATES
SENIOR SUMMER SHIRTS & NEW JACKET OPTION I would like to inform all parents/caregivers and students of a change to school uniform that will be phased in from Term 1 2019. This is to give you advance warning of this change and to ensure that if you are buying items of school uniform between now and the start of the new year that you are aware of the new requirements. The change is being introduced to improve the current standard of uniform being worn by students in the school, particularly by our senior students, and to ensure that we have a cost effective, smart uniform that is followed consistently by all of our student body. The senior girls and boys will now be required to wear a summer blouse/shirt with our logo embroidered on it. This can only be purchased at the Uniform Shop here at John Paul College. The price for these blouses/shirts will be $42.00. Students who currently have white polo shirts can still wear these up until 2021 (phasing in period Feb 2019 – Dec 2020) However if new blouse/shirts are required within this time the students will need to purchase the “new” blouse/shirt. We are also looking into changing the winter blouses and shirts for junior girls, senior girls and senior boys. This is still to be confirmed and will not come into effect until winter next year 2019. As you are aware we currently have a soft shell jacket option for the students. As of Term 1 2019 we are introducing another option which has water proof material, is warmer and also has a detachable hood. These Jackets will be $130.00. This will replace the plain black, waterproof jacket that the students have been allowed to wear on rainy days. There is no phase in period for this item. I hope the advance notice of this new requirement will enable you to plan your uniform purchases for the new year. Despite this change, our uniform still remains one of the most cost effective in the area and it remains both comfortable and easy to wear. Thank you in advance for your co-operation in this matter. Haylie Howes Uniform Shop Manager E: [email protected]
FROM THE SPORTS DESK NZSSSC Winter Sports Week 1st – 8th September 2018. This is a major event that involves all Secondary School thru out NZ, all wanting to be the best. This year JPC have entered: Hockey Boys and Girls 1stXI, Basketball Junior and Senior Boys, Rock Climbing, Gym Sport, Skiing, Swimming, Under Water Hockey and Netball.
NZ AIMS Games Sports Week 9th – 14th September 2018. The sporting championships gives Year 7 and 8 students (11, 12 and 13 year olds) an opportunity to compete against the best of their age in New Zealand across
twenty one different sports, involving 320 schools (10,851 athletes). What started as a small festival of sport 14 years ago has grown into what is now considered the National Championships for Intermediate and Middle schools in New Zealand. JPC has entered: Cross Country, Golf, BMX Racing, Boys and Girls Football, Futsal, Netball, Rock Climbing, Swimming, Water Polo and Multi-Sports. Visit Site: www.nzaimsgames.co.nz All the draws and results will be posted on this site, as they are finalised.
In advance to our senior students, parents, or caregivers that will be giving of their time to Coach, Manage, Officiate or transport our students to either of the events above. It is a big 2 weeks of sport and a lot of work happens behind the scenes by the Staff in Charge of the different sporting codes.
INBOUND SPORTS Monday 17th September 2018: Football, Rugby, Basketball, Hockey.
SANTIAGO COLLEGE (Chile) NZ TOUR
Saturday 15th September 2018: Rugby, Hockey, Volleyball (WHHS) ST MATTEWS SCHOOL OF BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA.
Saturday 29th September 2018 COOMERA ANGLICAN COLLEGE (PRIVATE SCHOOL FROM GOLD COAST)
Junior Basketball & Netball Tour Friday 28th September 2018 UNDER 14 ALLEYGATORS RUGBY TEAM. 3:30pm Kick Off. SPORTS FEES Our sport programme is a user pays system, if fees are not paid, then that puts your school in deficit. All the entry fees have been paid for NZSSC Winter Sports, NZ AIMS Games and local sports competitions. It would be great if these fees can be paid, once your receive permission forms etc, from Staff in Charge of sporting code. TERM 3 SPORTS CALENDAR
Date/s Event
Sat 1st – Sat 8th September NZSSSC Winter Games for Secondary Schools.
Sun 9th - Fri 14th Sept AIMS GAMES (Year 7 & 8 National Competition)
Fri 14th - Sun 16th Sept NZ Swimming Champs
Mon 17th - Wed 19th Sept NISS Skiing Championships
Sat 29th Sept- Mon 1st Oct NZ Clay Target Championships
FROM THE CAREERS DEPARTMENT… YEAR 13 COURSE PLANNING DATES: Victoria University – 18th September 9am Otago University – 19th September 9am Massey University – 20th September 9am
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YEAR 13 STUDENTS University School Leaver Scholarships are now open, check the Careers Page on the School website for links to available scholarships http://jpc.school.nz/our-school/careers-gateway/latest-scholarships/ Halls of Residences applications are now open – check the University websites for further information. Applications for some entrance scholarships close soon. Geyser Community Foundation is seeking nominations for the 2018 Harold Holmes Student Grant. Also, Soroptimist International Rotorua are offering the Karen Trautmann Scholarship again this year to Year 12 & 13 students who will embark on tertiary studies in 2019. For more information on either of these Scholarships, please pick up a Student’s Application Form from Careers.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ APPLICATIONS FOR THE DELOITTE MOST PROMISING MĀORI ACCOUNTANT AWARD are now open. This award has been created to assist and encourage Māori students who are studying accounting at School and will continue this line of study within a relevant tertiary qualification; and to pursue a career in Accounting. To apply, go to http://www.deloitte.com/nz/most-promising-maori-accountant where you'll find further information, terms and conditions and the application form. MoneyHub has a guide to hundreds of scholarships for any student planning to start University in 2019. This includes scholarships offered by every University as well as those specifically available to local students. A list of privately-funded, Maori, Pacific and International University scholarships completes the list. Applications close throughout the year, with tens of millions of dollars available. MoneyHub has also published a list of tips for scholarship success. For more details and to find suitable scholarships, visit the MoneyHub Scholarship page
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ STUDYLINK Studylink helps students make informed choices about their student finance, how to apply for it and manage it online. Year 13 students are encouraged to register for regular Studylink emails, it only takes a few seconds to complete. Register here. There's also a sign up link on the StudyLink homepage. Year 13s who register before 31 August are in to win 1 of 5 $50 book vouchers. Fees-free is managed by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC). Students can check if they can get fees-free study at www.feesfree.govt.nz. Students who are New Zealanders and will finish school in 2018, may qualify for a year of fees-free tertiary study or two years of industry training in 2019. Find out more about the eligibility for fees-free. How to check if a student can get fees-free study Students can go to www.feesfree.govt.nz and enter their National Student Number (NSN) to check. The majority of secondary school students should receive a 'yes - you are eligible' response. If a student receives a 'we are not sure' response, they may need to provide further information to TEC. The frees-free website will let them know what they need to do. How does a student apply for fees-free? Students don't need to apply for fees-free Once the student has enrolled, TEC will check the student's details and if eligible, will pay the fees directly to the tertiary education provider or industry training organisation. They can pay up to a maximum of $12,000 including GST per year. Does a student still need to apply to StudyLink? If a student only needs their fees paid they won't need to apply for a Student Loan unless their fees are over $12,000. If a student wants to apply for a Student Allowance or the living and course-related costs parts of a Student Loan they'll still need to apply to StudyLink.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ VERIFYING DOCUMENTS We have a JP who comes into School, so if you bring your originals to the Careers Office we can do this for you.
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ PREPARING FOR LIFE OUTSIDE SCHOOL Careers recommends Year 13 students create a professionally-named email account for their future use, and start to transfer across contacts and important emails from their school email accounts. A downloadable CV template is also available on the school webpage, on the Careers page.
CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR 2018 ARCHITECTURE ESSAY COMPETITION. Entries are invited into this year’s Warren Trust Awards for Architectural Writing. The essay topic for both categories is: “What’s the best building you’ve been to? Describe it, and say why you like it.” The deadline for entries is 10 September 2018. Results will be announced in October. Entrants should send their essays, which must be original and previously unpublished work, to [email protected]. Word limits are 1500 for the open category and 800 for the secondary school category. Winners will receive cash prizes of $2,000 and $1,000, respectively. Up to three highly commended awards, each of $500, may also be made. For more details go the NZIA website: www.nzia.co.nz.
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HANDS-ON AT OTAGO 13-18 JANUARY 2019 Applications are now open! Hands-On at Otago is a programme for Year 12 or 13 students in 2019 that showcases our sciences, health sciences, humanities, and business study options. Students experience and participate in research projects in a range of subjects, including an exciting social and recreational programme. The cost is $675 for the entire programme, as well as transport to and from Dunedin Airport or bus terminals. There are many scholarships available, and students can look for funding from local service clubs (Lions, Rotary) or school Boards of Trustees. Other sponsorship, awards and scholarships to assist students financially can be found here otago.ac.nz/hands-on-at-otago/cost/index.html
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UPCOMING EVENTS 11th September Wintec School Visit at 12:20pm in Common Room 28th September Entrepreneur for a Day is at Waikato University on. Come experience first-hand what it’s
like to be a student at Waikato Management School! Attend real lectures, delve into different areas of business / management, discover some of the skills you need to be an effective leader, and check out their campus accommodation. Limited Spaces for individuals aged 14 to 21 years old. Register here http://www.management.ac.nz/news-and-events/key-faculty-events/entrepreneur-for-a-day/efd-individual-form
A downloadable CV template is also available on the school webpage, on the Careers page. PIHMS Career Week is on 9th - 12th October. PIHMS career week provides Year 12 or Year 13 students, leaving school at the end of the year, with the opportunity to experience PIHMS, their culture, lifestyle, education, training to see if this is where your future lies. Get first-hand hand tips and information about the hospitality and tourism industry. $199 – Everything is included – accommodation, all meals & beverages and scheduled activities. All students attending need to be motivated about considering PIHMS as an option for tertiary study. Places are limited so apply ASAP to avoid missing out www.pihms.ac.nz/career-week.html
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EDENZ COLLEGES AND THE NZ FILM ACADEMY are running the last Film Boot camp of the year 8-12th October, during the school holidays. Intro Skills: Cover all the basics, camera set up and operation, script development, pre-production, shooting, editing and of course the red carpet final screening. Duration: 5 days Location: Airedale St Campus, CBD Auckland. Cost: $229. Or $490 International students. Eligibility: Applicants 16 years or over. See Careers if you are interested in knowing more.
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STS STUDENT TRAVEL SCHOOLS have applications open for short-term exchanges departing December 2018. There are a range of countries offering these 2-3 month exchanges. Also available are places for students wishing to go out on exchange in January and August 2019. More information available on www.sts-education.co.nz Parents and Students need to check out the Careers page on the School website, for additional information including key dates, scholarships and careers resources.
Mrs Sheryl Hewitson – Careers Advisor E: [email protected] Mrs Jan Thompson – Careers Assistant E: [email protected] Ms Rachael Hindrup – Gateway Coordinator E: [email protected]
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