School Phone: 03 6886074 Email: [email protected] Website: www.craighead.school.nz Boarding House Phone: 03 6842251 Email: [email protected] THURSDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2014 PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE Nga mihi nui te whanau o Craighead, tena koutou katoa Aoraki Secondary Schools’ Sports Awards The whole Craighead community is very proud of our students who were nominated for regional honours in a wide range of sporting pursuits. Congratulations to these students for winning titles in Athletics (Lauren Bruce), Cross Country (Amelia Morgan), Multi -sport (Elizabeth Grace), Rowing (Renee Olley), Sailing (Annabelle Cowan) and Trap Shooting (Rachel Bell). Renee then went on to win the Female Sportsperson of the Year award for her achievements at both the World Youth Rowing Championships, and as a member of the Olympic Youth Rowing Squad. The Sports Team of the Year went to the Craighead Rowing U15 Coxed Quad who were unbeaten in their 2013-14 rowing season. This is most impressive given the very strong competition for this honour. Congratulations to Rowing Head Coach, Dean Milne, who can be very proud of their achievements. It was a lovely evening organised by Regional Sports Director, Shaun Campbell and his team. We very much enjoyed the evening meal, the opportunity to mingle amongst the other schools and to hear Shane Archbold share his journey to becoming a 2014 Commonwealth Games Cycling Gold medallist. Confirmation Bishop Victoria Matthews conducted the Confirmation service for the five Year 13 students who chose to become confirmed into the Anglican Church on Monday. The whole Year 13 year group made up the congregation in our Chapel. We were joined by staff, the girls’ proud parents and the Archdeacon of South Canterbury, the Reverend Dr Peter Carrell. This was a lovely occasion and a special way to complete their schooling at Craighead. End of Year arrangements Our last day for Seniors was Tuesday this week and we marked the day with a barbeque hosted by our SADD committee and a social Netball game versus TBHS (best not mention the score!). Information about external examinations and end of year arrangements for Seniors has been given to the students and is also available on the website. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in the final week in early December and celebrating with them in our usual style! God Bless, Lindy Graham Renee Olley, Sportswoman of the Year (right) with guest speaker, Shane Archbold (centre) and Ashburton College’s Bailie Perriton, Sportsman of the Year. PPTA PAID UNION MEETING—Wednesday 12 November, 1.30pm Please be aware that School will finish at 12.10pm on this date to enable staff to attend a Paid Union Meeting. School will remain open for the afternoon for students requiring supervision—a letter has been sent home regarding this. The Year 9 Social Studies trip to Dunedin scheduled for this day, has been postponed until Wednesday 19 November. CRAIGHEAD PARENTS’ AND FRIENDS’ ASSOCIATION Next Meeting…. Tuesday 11 November, at 7pm in the Staffroom. This is our final meeting for the year and we encourage new parents/caregivers and friends to join us in the staffroom for a glass of wine, and help us plan our calendar for 2015. Teresa Templeton—Chairperson (021 863 665) Fri 7 Sat 8 Mon 10 Wed 12 Fri 14 Wed 19 Fri 21 Mon 24-Fri 28 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Junior Aoraki Volleyball INAUGURATION DAY for 2015 new students, 10am-2pm NCEA Examinations begin PAID UNION MEETING 1.30PM—Students finish 12.10pm TEACHER ONLY DAY Y9 Social Studies trip to Dunedin Junior Speech Cup Y10 Camp, Hanmer Springs Please refer to School website for full Term Four Events’ Calendar INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Sincere thanks to the Craighead students who acted as Student Ambassadors at Sunday’s South Canterbury International Festival in Timaru. PROGRAMME FOR LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL 2014 Monday 1 December – normal school times Dining Room not open for lunch Y7-9 Normal classes, Music practices for Carol service, Drama rehearsals as required Y10 not required at school except for Music practices and Drama rehearsals NCEA exams continue Tuesday 2 December – normal school times Dining Room not open for lunch 9.00am to noon—Y7-9 Community Services activities in morning 1.00pm—Y7-9 Mini Olympics in afternoon Music practices all day Y10 not required at school except for Music practices and Drama rehearsals NCEA Exams continue (am) 5.45pm—Y11-13 Christmas Dinner (tidy dress) Assemble on Dining Room lawn Wednesday 3 December Music Practices for Carol Service run throughout the day 9.00am—Y13 Chapel, followed by morning tea—parents welcome 10.00am—Y7-13 Form meeting 1.30pm—General Knowledge Cup Thursday 4 December 9.00am—Whole school reports to Sacred Heart Basilica, Craigie Avenue for Carol Service practice. Buses for boarders. 1.30pm— Final Assembly, School finishes at approx. 3.00pm 6.45pm—Carol Service Form check– Sacred Heart Basilica 7.00-8.00pm—Carol Service at Sacred Heart Basilica (tickets will not be issued—parents welcome) Friday 5 December: 10.00am—Form Check at Theatre Royal 10.30am—Prize-giving Y13 Leavers’ Ball practice immediately at conclusion of Prize-giving 6.15pm—Y13 Leavers’ Ball, Bay Hall LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES Results from The Assessment of Language Competence Certificates, sat in August by Year 10, 11 and 12 French and German classes. 10 French High Distinction—Kaela Taputu Distinction—Toni Butler-Baird, Jessica Coleman, Hanna Devries, Kate Jackson, Hayleigh Muir, Lisa Ou, Eve Sutherland, Emily Talbot, Emma Williams, Jessie Williams, Shanice Wills 11 French High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Emilie Agnew, Anna Breen, Louise Goodwin, Sophie Westgarth High Distinction in either Listening or Reading—Bailey Dawbin, Zara McLellan, Nicola Pedlow, Nicharee Teeraumphon Distinction in Listening and Reading—Simone Bruce, Emily Ireland, Cassidy Young 12 French High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Natalie Gajdusek Distinction in either Listening or Reading—Sophie Howe, Charlotte Low, Anna Ou, Maddison Rogers, Johanna Zonnevylle 10 German High Distinction—Sam von Melville Distinction—Laura Zonnevylle, Ellen Donaldson, Sophie Tulley 11 German High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Stacey Lewthwaite, Nicharee Teerauumphon Distinction in Listening and Reading—Brooke Askin, Faith Turner-Walker 12 German Distinction in Reading—Gabrielle Macgregor MUSIC Congratulations to Eleanor McGechie and Charlotte Lamb, both of whom successfully auditioned for performance at the New Zealand School of Music in Wellington. Eleanor will study Voice and Charlotte, the Violin. SPORT COACHING POSITIONS 2015 Craighead Diocesan School Sports Department invites expressions of interest for Winter Sport Coaching/Manager positions in all grades for the following sports: Basketball, Football, Netball, Rugby, Volleyball If you are interested and would like to discuss coaching with our Sports staff, or if you can help in any way, please phone the Sports department direct on 684 2268, or contact: AORAKI SECONDARY SCHOOLS’ SPORTS AWARDS, 2014 Last Friday, the annual Aoraki Secondary Schools’ Sports Awards ceremony was held to recognise those students throughout the Aoraki region who have performed exceptionally well in their chosen sporting code. Overall, Craighead had eight award winners, with special congratulations going to Renee Olley, who was named Female Sportsperson on the Year 2014, and the Craighead Under 15 Coxed Quad Scull team, who won the Team of the Year title. Members of the team were Olivia Hughes, Jessica Martin, Maddison Palmer, Sarah Templeton and Keren Wright. Other Winners were: Lauren Bruce (Athletics), Amelia Morgan (Cross Country), Elizabeth Grace (Multisport), Renee Olley (Rowing), Annabel Cowan (Sailing), Rachel Bell (Trapshooting) Other finalists were: Amelia Morgan (Athletics and All Rounder), Abbey Lang (Basketball), Emma Trolove (Basketball), Amy Rayner (Cricket), Elizabeth Grace (Mountainbiking), Alice Murdoch (Rowing) and Elizabeth Hampton (Rugby). SENIOR MUSIC CUP RESULTS Senior Instrumental 1st Ruby Fraser 2nd Charlotte Lamb 3rd Anna Breen Senior Solo Singing 1st Eleanor McGechie 2nd Brooke Askin Senior Piano 1st Charlotte Lamb, 2nd Anna Ou Les Flautistes (above) Piano Ensembles (Open) 1st Sophie Howe & Anna Breen Singing Ensembles (Open) 1st Mia Melhopt and Sophie Howe 2nd Mint and Music Boonprasit Instrumental Ensembles (Open) 1st Strings R Us (below) Allan Faith—[email protected] or Diane Surridge—[email protected] YEAR 13, TOWARDS 2015 Course Enrolment and Student Loans Online University course enrolments are now open, with students being encouraged to apply by Wednesday 10 December to ensure they get into the courses and the timetable of their choice. The girls have been prompted to apply for their student loans and allowances early. To ensure tuition fees are paid on time and money is available for living costs when needed, applications must be made with Studylink by Tuesday 16 December at the latest. I have enjoyed working with the Year 13s this year and wish them every success in their final examinations. Vicky Campbell—Careers Advisor UNIFORM SHOP and SECOND HAND UNIFORM SHOP Opening Dates coming up... This Friday 7 November and 28 November, 3.00-4.00pm Also open this Saturday, Inauguration Day, for new students in 2015 EFTPOS available for Uniform Shop Cash or cheques only for Second Hand Shop YEAR 7 AND 8 CAMP RAFFLE Our camp fundraising Gourmet Raffle was drawn last Friday, with both winners’ tickets having been sold by Year 8 students. The winners were: 1st Prize–Mr Jerry Ford, 2nd Prize–Mr Jeremy Scott. Many thanks to all who supported us in our Fundraising, and, as you read this, we are all enjoying our camp in Wainui. YEAR 13 BLAZER BRAID, 2015 Next year, Year 13 students will have blue tape on their blazers. This can be purchased at Janome—approximately 3.2 metres is needed. It will be sewn round the edge of the body and collar, but not on the sleeves or pockets. Taylors and Target drycleaners will sew the tape on if required.
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