THIS WEEK’S MEMORY VERSE

The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and sincere faith.

1 Timothy 1:5

 PRINCIPAL’S NOTICE

Tena koutou whanau ma – warm greetings to everyone

We are well through the academic year now and I would like to raise a couple of thoughts with you to help ensure our senior students are set up for the best possible outcomes in their studies.

In my discussions with teachers of our senior students, a common theme is apparent – that is, that many of our rangatahi are not putting in the effort required for them to be really successful. I think we are still trying to address the impacts of the lockdowns which affected our students in a far greater way than we may understand.

My message is one which you are already aware of because you have experienced it yourselves – learning is hard. It doesn’t happen by accident, and what you get out is directly related to what you put in.

I thought it might be helpful to go over some basic principles for NCEA learning in particular. These are in terms of how whanau can help students at home

• Encourage strong attendance (above 90%)
• Avoid taking students out of school during the term.
• Use the Google Classroom to stay connected with your child’s learning to help them manage their work (and plan effective homework time).
• Have assessment dates written down in your planner to encourage timeliness. You can get the assessment schedule in the KAMAR Parent Portal – contact us if you are unsure about how to access it).
• Keep an eye on stress levels (student’s, not yours ).
• Encourage attendance at tutorials that staff provide.
• Talk regularly with your child regarding progress and any challenges they are facing.
• Help them choose the right courses.
• Encourage them to study for exams, including ‘Derived Grade’ exams and ‘External’ exams.
• Encourage them to get plenty of sleep.
• Talk with us whenever you have a concern or are uncertain about how your child is progressing.

Ecclesiastes 3:12 Though one may be overpowered by another, two can withstand him. And a threefold cord is not quickly broken. This speaks to me of the strength of partnership. We all love and are invested in our students for good outcomes in learning and in life. We are thankful to our whanau who care about their young ones and have trusted us to be part of their lives, to join with whanau on this part of their educational journey and we love the fact that whanau, church and school work together for the common goal of raising up and equipping this generation to fulfil their potential and to ‘go out’ from here to impact the world.

Maungarongo – Blessings to all

David Rogers

PRINCIPAL

KEY DATES:

IMPORTANT SCHOOL DATES

SCHOOL TERMS

 PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

Minutes: 

• Minutes 18th June 2024
• Minutes 14th May 2024
• Minutes 13th February 2024
• Minutes 17th October 2023
• Minutes 28 November 2023
  

TEACHERS NOTICE

MUFTI DAY !!

Hey there! We’ve got some exciting news! Amoron Phillips, Khody Clarke, Maui Marino, and Komene Marino made it to the Nga Tai ō Tokerau Men’s Netball team! They’re off to Tauranga from September 17th to 22nd for the New Zealand Men’s National 2024. The games will be at Mercury Baypark Arena in Tauranga.

To help them out with expenses, we’re having a Mufti Day (Sports Theme) on Friday, August 16th. So, get ready to show off your best sports outfit! 

Bring a $1 or $2 as your pass to wear Mufti for the day.

Let’s give all the glory and honor to our Lord Jesus Christ.

STUDENT ELECTIONS

Kia ora Whanau

That time of year has come around to nominate a new student rep for 2025. Your children will be sent home with a School Board Election-Student Election Notice  next week Monday 5th August. This panui will have all the information to help you nominate a Student.  The Student rep must be from year 7-13. I wish all the candidates the best of luck, and I look forward to seeing the new Student Board member in action. Please return nominating sheet to the office when you have finished thank you.

Celebration Youth 412. Youth event for those aged 12 and over at the Celebration Centre (school hall) on Friday at 7:00 pm. Contact Josiah Shaw 021 022 42000 or Brian Heihei 022 198 1757.

Mike Shaw

CEO Celebration Trust

 PO Box 235 – Kaikohe

Phone +64 9 405 3996

Cell     +64 21 842 302

www.heartofthenorth.co.nz

WHAT ARE ATTENDANCE DUES?

The Ministry of Education does not fund building related costs at our School. Attendance Dues are only used to pay for building related costs. They can not be used for any other purposes.  Paying Attendance Dues is a condition of enrolment for all students attending our School. Attendance Dues are compulsory – there is a legal requirement for parents and caregivers to pay Attendance Dues under the Education and Training Act 2020. They are not a donation.

Mike Shaw

CEO Celebration Trust

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Lunch For The Week

Blessings to you all and stay safe!