TOGETHER - BELIEVE - ACHIEVE NGĀTAHI - WHAKAPONO - TŪTUKI

Newsletter 2014

ADDRESS: Delshaw Avenue, Stanmore Bay, Whangaparaoa, Auckland 0932 POST: P.O.Box 775, Whangaparaoa, Auckland 0943

TELEPHONE: (09) 424 9177 FAX: (09) 428 4794 EMAIL: enquiries@wgpcollege.school.nz

WEB: www.wgpcollege.school.nz

James Thomas Principal

Dear Parents, Last week I was sitting with a group of principals, listening to prominent New Zealand lawyer Mai Chen, speak about success. It was an insightful and challenging address; and much of what she said had wide application. A few of her thoughts follow: "It is not the strongest, or smartest, who will survive.... but the one’s

most responsive to change". Darwin Persistence is everything. The world is full of unsuccessful talent;

people with good ideas who have achieved little or nothing; people of words not deeds. People who keep trying when the going gets tough, are the people who will succeed.

Learn to control how you see things. The real voyage of discovery does not consist of new landscapes, but new eyes.

When considering those who will be mediocre and not achieve to their potential with those who will be ‘world class’, Mai made the following comparisons:

Middle Class ‘World Class’

We were delighted to see in the NZ Herald last week, that our NCEA results are very positive when compared to other schools. We have high expectations and look forward to continued fine results. If you walk around our school, you will see a lot of positive teaching and learning going on. Add to this the contribution of our strong support systems; plus the support for learning that you give from home – and we have a powerful recipe for success.

Ko te tamaiti te uptake o te kaupapa The Child – the heart of the matter

Sincerely

PS. All the best for a special time over

the Easter break.

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Know it all or know enough Eager to learn

Year 7 and 8

2014 Calendar April 11 Mufti Day (Camouflage - R.S.A.) 17 End of Term 1 May 5 Term 2 begins 13 Year 7-13 Cross Country - Fun run 30 Mufti Day (Red - Westpac Rescue) June 2 Queen’s Birthday Holiday 5 Music Fest 10 Year 7 Boostrix Immunisation

Congratulations

Digital Citizenship Poster Contest

Back in February, we ran a contest in which learners were asked to create

posters showing what a good “Digital Citizen” looks like.

We had some great entries from the Year 7 and Year 8 learners.

The winner of the contest was Alexandria Crockett (poster over page).

Tayla McConchie and Cerri Unsworth were the runners up.

First prize was a double pass to the movies, runners up received single

passes. Thanks to Hoyts Whangaparaoa, for donating prizes.

ANZAC DAY Friday 25 April Silverdale RSA are introducing ‘March with a Buddy’ at their ANZAC service this year. This means that a parent, grandparent or great grandparent of any child who is attending the service, and have war medals that they are allowed to wear, are invited to march with one of Silverdale RSA’s veterans. (Please note that medals are to be worn on the right side of the chest). If you have any children that would like to participate please email their names to Kay Chilman Vice President Silverdale & Districts RSA maxandkay@xtra.co.nz

Congratulations

International Department

Akatsuki High School Akatsuki High School recently visited our school for 10 days, 21 - 30 March. The 13 Japanese students enjoyed their stay at Whangaparaoa College thanks to their wonderful kiwi buddies and their time with great homestay families in the Whangaparaoa area.

The Careers Department

Mr Davies Mrs Barnes Mrs McIntyre Careers Advisor STAR Courses Gateway Programme

Careers

“If we want something we have never had before, we must do something we have never done before.’’

Entry Requirements Into University in 2015 UE Numeracy Minimum 10 Level One credits UE Literacy Minimum 10 Level Two credits 14 credits or more in three Level Three approved subjects Achieve NCEA Level Three Certificate If your child is university bound in 2015, ask how many ‘approved subjects’ they are studying this year. If they are unsure, you may contact the Careers department: Phone 09 424 9177 ext. 234 or Peterda@wgpcollege.school.nz.

Upcoming Dates to watch for:

Whangaparaoa College Careers Expo Tuesday 24 June 6.00 - 8.00 pm

Performing Arts

What's Happening in Performing Arts? New Zealand Music Month The college bands will be performing outside Whangaparaoa Library on Saturday 10 May 10.30 am to 12.00 pm. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you there. Annual Musicfest Concert Whangaparaoa College Auditorium 5 June at 7.00 pm. Tickets will be available early in Term 2 when advertised.

Stage Challenge If you are interested in auditioning for Stage Challenge this year, please come along to the auditorium on Wednesday 16 April at 3.15 pm. Your year level will be taught a dance routine and will have 30 minutes to learn it. Auditions will then start with Year 9 and proceed through each level. Once you have auditioned, you may leave and the cast list will hopefully be up on Thursday 17 April outside the performing arts office.

Sports Talk WGP Year 7 - 8 Sports

Year 7 & 8 Tag Zone Day Congratulations to the following boys who competed in the zone day at Sunnynook Park and won the North Harbour Schools Competition. Good luck at the Auckland Schools Competition! Dallas White, Taine Te Kiri Ryan, Notana Snowden, Tipene Snowden, Tane Regan-Raniera, Korban Kirk, Seamus Kelly, Daniel Kobe, Adam Windleburn, Jaden Whear, Elijah Marsters. We took a group of Year 7 and 8 boys to the Tag Zone day and played 5 games in total. The first versus Wairau school, we won by a whopping 26-1. This was followed by another win 19-0 against Belmont, then again against Mahurangi 16-0. Last of all Glenfield, which we won 7-1 and as we were unbeaten, this put us into the finals. We played Birkenhead who were 3-0 at half time and we came back with a full time score of 3-3. As you can’t finish on a draw, we went to “immediate drop off” and were only allowed 5 players on the field instead of 8. The first team to score, wins. It could have been anyone’s game and we managed to prevent them from scoring. In the end, patience paid off as we scored the winning try 4-3. We are so proud of the boys as they played their hearts out and never gave up. We have now made it into the Auckland Championships on 15 April. Tania Regan, Manager

Year 9 – 13 Sports

Year 7 and 8 Zone Days Term 2

Orienteering date has been changed from 10 April to 8 May.

Football boys and girls teams have started training. If you are wishing to play in the zone day please come to the sports office.

If you or you know of someone who has expertise in any of the above sports and would like to help out with trainings please contact: Tanyalu@wgpcollege.school.nz

Orienteering (change of date) 8 May

Football Yr 7 Boys 12 May

Football Yr 8 Boys 14 May

Football Yr 7 Girls 19 May

Football Yr 8 Girls 21 May

Boys Rugby 28 May

Girls Rugby 7`s 6 June

Hockey Girls 17 June

Hockey Boys 19 June

Table Tennis 26 June

Swimming This weekend, we have Rachel Smith and Finn Kennard-Campbell competing in the Commonwealth trials. Good luck to you both. Also, good luck to Liam McMullen, Emma Clarke, Finn Kennard-Campbell, Rachel Smith and Eve Thomas, who will be competing in the National Age Group Championships to be held in Wellington on 29 April. Winter sports Most of our winter sports teams will be playing their chosen sport the first week back of Term 2, so this is a reminder to all: Winter sports fees must be paid in full by 11 April, prior to the first games. Also, correct sports uniform must be worn at all games. Sports uniforms can be bought from the uniform shop.

Last weekend, Whangaparaoa 1st XV ventured down to Waihi for a preseason Match-Up with Waihi College. We stayed at the Top Ten Holiday Park, right opposite Waihi beach. This made for excellent training grounds and strong team building. We were lucky enough to have ex All Black Assistant Coach and Selector Ross Cooper at a training session, offering technique and skill advice. We also managed to do a little sight-seeing around Waihi, including the Martha Gold Mine. It was great to have such a large amount of support from parents and the team is looking forward to having a great season. On Saturday, the 1st XV played Waihi College's 1st XV. Although the game didn't go the way we had planned, it still gave some positive outcomes. It showed that we had some heart during the middle of the game, our set piece was solid and it was great to see all the debut players stand up against a skilled opposition. Waihi showed us the importance of playing for each other. "You are a family now" is what their coaching staff told us after the game and we need to start really playing for every one that is involved in the team. That will happen as soon as our mind set changes. However, it was a learning curve and we will come out for the better because of this. We left Waihi Beach on Sunday morning and headed back to Whangaparaoa after an intense early morning beach training run. Tom Stroud & Chris Everitt

2014 Soap Box Derby

Balin Mitchell

Whangaparaoa College recently entered two trolleys in the locally organised Rotary Soap Box Derby which was held on Stanmore Bay Road. Kids came to my garage, ripped the trolleys apart, and re-assembled them. Some had never held a spanner before but by the end had formed a great little team. They called themselves ‘The White Herons’. Both cars were painted white, one by our sponsors and the other by using spray cans in my garage! Practices went well with everyone making sure that safety was paramount before each trolley went down the hill. This year we even had a practice start ramp. (Thanks to Dave!) Race day came. Our cars were looking fast!! Everyone from the college stood up and cheered the team on in each race. Four of our eight drivers made it through to the final eight. It was exciting for the four drivers who made it, disappointing for the other four. We made it to every race in the final with the following results:- Sam Creevey – 6

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The National Finals took place the next day. The pit crew and all drivers turned up to support the finalists. Unfortunately we missed getting into the finals by 100

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second and only one Hibiscus Coast Team made it through. A big thank you to all parents and local residents who helped in the preparation; to the fantastic pit crew; to our sponsors New World and Simon Lucas Mitsubishi Plus and a huge thank you to the local Rotary Club for putting so much effort into running this event for the children of the coast and raising funds for voluntary groups. Most of all, congratulations to the team, some pretty determined kids who loved the experience. I am sure we will see some of them back next year! Ben Creevey

Drivers Pit Crew Sam Creevey Balin Mitchell Elliot Watson Ethan Grimshaw Grace Kendrick Henco Kelbrick Tavalin Pillay Jack Diamond

Violet Menefy Jessica Hook Esther Storey Lilian Cole Kathryn Storey

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Community Notices

Don’t miss Mendelssohn’s Oratorio

“Elijah”!

This stunning work has everything: 60 voice Choir.

A wonderful Biblical story. Many great melodies and all in

English! Professional Soloists and

Accompaniment.

Sunday 4 May, 3.00pm Orewa College Arts and Events

Centre. Tickets at the door.

Don’t miss this once only

chance!

Next term I will be recruiting performers to take part in my next upcoming shows at Stanmore Bay in September, then again at the Centrestage Theatre in Orewa March 2015. To enrich the community I'm offering free tutoring & coaching right through from next month to March 2015. Free dance lessons for performers, Red Beach Tuesday nights 8.30-9.30pm Pinewoods Motor Park Function Room commencing 6 May. Please register with Vicki 4261105 www.purplelotusdance.weebly.com Bollywood & Bellydance. Vicki Langford Middle Eastern Dance & Modern Bollywood tutor / performer