Te Punga Karere o Tukua o Punga Tikipunga Panui – 17 JUNE 2016

“SUCCESSFUL LEARNERS - THE ONLY OPTION”

Kia ora koutou The last few weeks have featured plenty of opportunities for both you as a whanau, and our kura to partner up to support the achievement of our tamariki and some of these are highlighted in this newsletter. I thank those of you who have attended hui and supported from the sidelines. We are a small school with a big heart. We have wonderful students and a committed and talented staff. In and outside the classroom we are committed to providing rich learning opportunities for our tamariki. Our three speakers who took the stage and represented us at Ngā Manu Kōrero, Te Arani Bennett, Tiaho Mahanga and Brandy Henare are an example of this. They all represented their whanau and our kura brilliantly. It was an honour to sit on stage to tautoko two of our speakers at the event.

Principal’s Kōrero

Ngā Manu Kōrero 2016

Our school was well represented once again at the Model United Nations Assembly held at Auckland Girls' Grammar on the 27th and 28th May. The assembly aims to simulate the working of the United Nations with school teams representing a member country and debating matters of world politics and social concern. Speaking for Slovenia, Joie King, Cassius Harding and Bronson Apiata advocated for changes for refugees and the European Community. All three clearly demonstrated the wonderful participation and involvement typically shown by our students.

Model United Nations

Assembly

As this was a multi-level activity, some of the students didn’t know each other prior to this weekend. Students could take the helm (under the watchful eye of the skipper), work as a team to hoist the sails and pull them down and stow them, work the grinders, become skilled in some rope work and knot tying and muck in to clean the deck, help prepare meals and keep the boat clean and tidy. There were several team-building problem-solving activities which were a lot of fun and very competitive. The weather was kind to us and students swam at 6.30am. The breeze was gentle and good to start with having so many novices on board but as skill levels and confidence increased, all on board were hoping for stronger winds to really get the feel of the big boat at speed. The students had a ball. Several said they wished it could have been 4 days but they all learned a lot about themselves and the importance of team work. The students were a credit to our school and to their whanau and a pleasure to be with. Their smiles all weekend said it all. By Mrs Anderson

On the 7th and 8th of May, Mr Solomon and I accompanied 2I senior students on a weekend of sailing. For most, this was their first time sailing and they had a mixture of excitement and trepidation. We set sail from Leigh. Students learnt about the history of this famous yacht and its place in NZ sailing history. After spending just a weekend on board, they began to understand what it would be like to sail around the world in all weather conditions and in confined quarters. This was a leadership opportunity for students as well as being a good “getting to know each other“time.

We Care - Awhina We Learn - Ako We Succeed - Angitu

Brandy deserves special mention as she won the Junior English section. The standard of speakers at the event was very high and it is an exceptional performance to win such a prestigious award. I would like to acknowledge the support our three speakers had from staff and whanau.

Our senior school ball held at ASB stadium was a huge success. The photos show how much the students enjoyed themselves. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff and ball committee for their mahi which made this night the success it was.

Our new Board of Trustees was announced last week. I welcome Hugh Oakley-Browne and Sharon Hall to the team. I also acknowledge Veronica Turketo, Tracey Cooper and Tom Davison who have served on our board as chairperson, parent and staff representative respectively. All three added to our kura and wider community and I thank them for their service. Winter is now upon us and it is important for our tamariki to look after themselves and to stay warm. We have a number of Warriors jackets that we can support students with. We thank you for supporting our kaupapa and ensuring students are in uniform. The vast majority of our students are wearing our uniform with pride.

Finally, attendance has a huge impact on the achievement at any level. Anything we can do as a whanau to support our students’ attendance will have a significant impact on our tamariki.

Nō reira tēnā koutou, tēna tātou katoa Alec Solomon Principal/Tumuaki

Tiaho Mahanga Senior English (Korimako trophy), Te Arani Benett Junior Māori section (Rawhiti Ihaka) and Brandy Henare Junior English Section (Turi Kara) competed at this year’s Ngā Manu Kōrero Regional Speech Competitions at Bay of Islands College last week. All three students spoke with mana, strength and pride and represented Tikipunga High School well placing in the top 10 in their sections. For Te Arani and Brandy it was their first time competing at such a prestigious event and placing in the top for te Taitokerau Region. For Tiaho, it was facing another challenge at which she did very well placing 3rd overall in Senior English impromptu and 12th overall in her section. Te Arani placed 4th overall in her section with 1 1/2 points between her and second place and 4 points away from 1st place. We are proud of all our students and their achievements at this year’s competition. We are proud to announce that Brandy Henare won her section and will be representing te Taitokerau at National Ngā Manu Kōrero next term which will be held here in Whangarei. A big thanks to Komiti Māori, whanau and friends who have been there to lend support and their ears for our tamariki.

Mauri ora

(Te Arani Benntt, Brandy Henare, Tiaho Mahanga)

The senior school ball was held at ASB lounge, on Friday 10th of June. It was a successful and enjoyable night. There were 113 students that attended; every one of them looked amazing! Photos can be viewed on our school’s ‘Tiki High Photostream’ Facebook page. The prize winners on the night are listed below. The students who were crowned were voted for by the attendees at the ball.

Best Dressed Females: Acacia Thompson and Angel Burnett Duke and Duchess: Karlaus Cook-Hurinui and Geneva Ruri Best Dressed Males: Kieston-Breeze Repia and Jagga Holtz Prince and Princess: Sadieux Tua and Vivienne Te Wake Dance Prize: Adam Faithfull King and Queen: Dean Crene and Charlie-May Clarke Cutest Couple: Tegan Wikaira and Samuel W. Random prize draw: Kelsie-lee Crossley and Freyah Ruri

We would like to thank the organisations and people who generously donated prizes: I Have A Dream Charitable Trust, Office Max, The Chop Shop Barbers Kamo, Tikipunga Pharmacy, and some of our very own staff here at school. Thank you to the staff and students that put time and effort into organising the ball. Students had a great time and many are already looking forward to next year’s ball!

Attitude Presentation Valentine Taumiti, a dynamic presenter who has worked with youth as a 24/7 youth worker for two years entertained students with his humour, storytelling and solid advice for living a safe and happy life.

The students responded really well to his korero and said it was "funny, and very worthwhile" Thank you to the Parenting Place for sending us Valentine!

UNIFORM Now that that winter has arrived we frequently find students wearing non-uniform items. Please support our kaupapa of ensuring students are in uniform. We have a small supply of winter trousers and jackets available from the Student Support Centre kindly supplied by Kidscan.

NZQA FEES NOW DUE $76.70 per student OR if you have a Community Services Card or Gold Card you are able to apply for Financial Assistance which reduces the amount to $20.00 per student or $30.00 per family. Contact the Main Office for further details on 0800437329.

Final payment due: 22nd August 2016

STUDENT WELL-BEING SURVEY All students will be invited to participate in a well-being survey provided by NZCER to let us know their perspective of school practices and school safety. This will be an online survey and will be run on the 22nd June as part of our school review process.

Year 7&8 Winter Tournament was an awesome day for students, teachers & parents. Thank you to Debbie Nolan, John Mills & our senior students for your support with teams. Rugby 7s Year 7&8 Tournament was played at Old Boys, Whangarei. Our team did well & enjoyed their experience & day. Thank you to Pakira Te Wake for your trainings & coaching. Also Nga Mihi to the ‘Dream Team’ who showed up to support. Saturday Netball: Congratulations to our senior team who have been promoted to a grade up. Thank you to all our teams,coaches & managers for representing our school. Netball Representatives: Well done to Kapua Harris-Otene, Paekitawhiti Tipene-Komene for being selected to play in the under 16 Whangarei Rep Team & also Taneisha Nepia who has been selected to play in the Year 7 rep team. Midweek Football has kicked off with us having 1 male team & 1 female team in the northland school competition. Thank you to John Mills & Ken Tipene for your coaching. 9aside League played at Kensington was a great event & we made it through to the finals that were played at Blue Goose. Our young men were outstanding and gave 110%. Thank you to Petera Taingahue for your leadership & coaching. Battle of the fittest was an event that we entered 6 students. This was organised & run by the Northtec Sport 2nd year students. I would like to thank Acacia Thompson, Hinemaia & Kapua Harris-Otene, Deuke Leslie, Tereomutunga Tau and Jahvis Jellick for your participation & representing our school. 3x3 Basketball was held at Kensington. We had 2 senior teams & 1 junior in this event. They had a great day & played awesomely. Cross Country: Thank you to all students who participated in this event. Congratulations to Nesta Clement who placed 10th under 19’s & Karlaus Cook-Huruni who placed 15th under 16’s.

Up & Coming Events for Term 2 21 June Table Tennis Novice 23 June Girls Rugby 7’s Condors 30 June Turbo Touch Tournament 1 July Year 7 & 8 Pompallier Exchange 6 July Year 7&8 League Tournament

With Scott & Jody

THETA (The Theatre in Health

Education Trust) Ma te whakatau, - ka mohio, Ma te mohio - ka mãrama, Ma te mãrama - ka matau, Ma te matau - ka ora (by discussion comes understanding, by understanding comes light, by light comes wisdom, by wisdom comes life everlasting)

TIKIPUNGA HIGH SCHOOL BOARD OF

TRUSTEES Declaration of Parent and Staff

Representative Election Results

Parent Election: At the close of nominations, as the

number of valid nominations was fewer than the number of vacancies required to be filled, I hereby declare the following duly elected:

Crichton, Christine Oakley-Browne, Hugh Charles Roberts, Eunice Tipene, Ross Staff Election: Staff Representative Votes:

Hall, Sharon 36 Telfer, Rochelle 14 Invalid Votes 0

I hereby declare Sharon Hall duly elected.

Annaliese Storey

Returning Officer

A message

from the

Dental

Ladies... The Mobile Dental Van is now at Tikipunga High School for a limited time. We will see all Year 7 and Year 8 students who are enrolled. An ivitation to all the Year 9 – Year 13 students to come and see us and enrol. Dental care is free up to the age of 18yrs whether you are at school or not. Ph: 094371504 for any enquiries. Looking forward to seeing you Irene and Lee.

The Theatre in Health Education Trust (THETA) performed last week to all year levels which included interactive theatre-based programmes use a combination of traditional theatre, educational drama, structured role play and decision-making activities to engage students in the exploration of issues relevant to their lives.

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