Newsletter - Kamo High School

Newsletter
26 March 2015
Year 9 Camp 2015
Our Vision
“A centre of excellence for the changing and varying needs of every student.”
“Te pito o te poutokomanawa, mo nga hurihuringa,
me nga rereketanga, hiahia, mo ia akonga.”
Dear Parents
Kia Ora tatou.
NCEA Achievement Levels 2014
We are pleased to be able to report that our overall achievement levels were up on last year –
80% Yr 11 students achieved Level 1 (participation based), 84% at Level 2 and 81% at Level 3. This
represents a slight increase on last year at each level, which is testimony to the hard work of staff
and students.
Faculty Leaders will be examining results in the various areas of the school as there are always areas we can seek to
improve, but overall we are pleased and proud of these results.
Ngati Wai Science Project
Mentors, organised through the Ngati Wai Education Trust, have been supporting teachers in Yr 9 Science classes in
an effort to better engage students in science. Mrs Gail Wellington has been responsible for the majority of the
organisation and administration of this project. Recently a noho marae was held for some of these students at the
Ngunguru Marae where the focus was on learning science in a practical environment.
Whanau Class
School begins at 8.45am with Whanau Class. Students have been reminded of the importance of being present at
Whanau Class, which is a time to receive daily school information and register first period attendance. Students’
attendance statistics are affected by non-attendance at Whanau time. Parents are asked to support us in ensuring
students are at school by 8.45am.
Our inter-whanau competition is well under way with Waima leading at this early stage, having won two of the
events so far – athletics and swimming.
Drug Dogs
From time to time the school, in liaison with the Police, have drug dogs in the school. This is a preventative measure
to help us ensure we provide a safe environment. The dogs’ attention is on property not individuals.
Whanau Video
The following is a link to a video clip filmed and edited by Yr 10 student, Josh Burns, Year 10, which shows the fun
and energy going into our school Whanau events. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzKO7kD3Vxw
Your Contact Information
If you have had a change in your contact details, i.e. address, phone number (home, work or mobile), emergency contact, email
address, etc., please let us know either by phoning the school office on 09-435 1688 or emailing admin@kamohigh.school.nz . If
you are unsure about any of the details you have provided so far, please don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss. We look
forward to hearing from you. Thank you.
Student Absences
If your child is going to be away from school, please ensure that you contact the school office on telephone 09-4351688 (or text
027 751 3277 or email absences@kamohigh.school.nz) to let us know first thing each day. The office has an answer phone, and
you can leave a message outside of school hours. Any planned absence, e.g. holiday, graduation, etc., needs to be in writing to
the Principal for approval.
In the case of illness, please make sure that you ring each day your child is sick, as children recover at different rates and for your
child’s safety we need to know whether to expect them at school or not. Please also note that medical absences for periods of
three days or more require a medical certificate upon your child’s return to school. Thank you.
Gavin Greenfield
26 March 2015
Board Of Trustees
As the outgoing Chair it is my pleasure to introduce Thomas Biss as the new Chairman of the Board at Kamo High
School.
Thomas was selected onto the Board in January and was elected as Chairman at the January meeting. I have been
co-opted back onto the Board for a period of 3 months to act as a mentor for Thomas as he becomes familiar with his
new role. I wish him and the rest of the Board all the best for 2015 and beyond.
My ties with Kamo High School are sadly at an end but I will remain a stalwart supporter of the school and wish all
those connected to the school the very best.
Alison Faithfull
Apology – Senior Prizegiving
Last month we listed the top placings announced at Senior Prizegiving. An error was printed in the Year 12 placings.
Apologies and congratulations to Renee Butler who was placed 2nd in Year 12.
Year 12
Segedin Cup for Merit for Yr 12 with Special Prize for 1st Place Yr 12
King Cup for Merit Yr 12 with Special Prize for 2nd Place Yr 12
KHS Cup for 3rd Yr 12 with Special Prize for Third Place Yr 12
Joanne Martinovich
Renee Butler
Caitlin Macnay
Former Students
Sam Moscrip, having received a Lincoln University Future Leader Scholarship 2014, commenced
with the university to study a Bachelor of Agriculture Commerce degree. Over the past 18
months he has been awarded further scholarships to a total of $41,000:
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Lincoln University Future Leaders 2014
Public Trust- LW Nelson Agricultural Scholarship
MJ Rope Scholarship- Through Dairy NZ
Northland Field Days Scholarship
Young Farmers Scholarship recipient 2014
Tom Cranswick Memorial Award 2014
Whangarei A & P Society Scholarship 2014
Sam is currently the Chairman of Lincoln Young Farmers and an Executive member of the
Whangarei Agricultural and Pastoral Society. He says:
“The leadership opportunities that I was given at Kamo High has been a key driver to help aid my professional career.
Therefore I challenge all current students to take every opportunity to grow your knowledge and leadership skills as
Kamo High is a great place to do this.
The Primary Industry Sector is New Zealand's largest exporting industry and is worth over $30 billion to our economy;
the opportunities range from farm workers to scientists, marketing, fertiliser reps, rural bank managers,
agronomists, accountants, shepherds, rural contractors and farm owners just to name a few. By 2025 the industry
needs 50,000 more people - the opportunities are endless.
These are two of the many reasons I am studying at Lincoln.
My key messages are: Don't wait for things to happen, make them happen. Challenge the norm and stay focused on
the end goal, but most importantly enjoy the journey.”
Sam Moscrip – Future Leader
John-Kurt Burnett, former student, and his friend Mandy, appear in the front cover photo on the 2015 Telford
Prospectus. JK was the 2013 recipient of the Whangarei A&P Scholarship at senior prizegiving, and commenced his
training at Telford last year. In his first year he passed his course with distinction and, as well as receiving his prizes
and Trophy, also gained a further scholarship for 2015. JK lead the Otago Pipe Band for the Telford Graduation
Parade (which closes State Highway 1 in Balclutha) which led the graduates into their ceremony. Congratulations
John-Kurt, you’re a star!
Billie Berry has been acknowledged in the Dean’s List at Victoria University, recognising her
excellent academic performance during 2014. Billie achieved this recognition of academic
excellence because of her considerable dedication and commitment to maintaining a high and
consistent standard of university study to achieve a grade point average of 7.5 or better.
Congratulations Billie.
e-News
The Kamar Portal is part of the student management system (SMS) at Kamo High
School. Parents and students can access the portal by using an Internet browser or
installing the Kamar app onto a smart device. The Portal hosts the daily notices and
school calendar as well as the following information:
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Student Timetables
Awards
Reports
NCEA Summary
Credit Summary (Important for NCEA)
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Attendance
Results
Fees
Profile and Details
Instructions for installing the Kamar app onto a smart device:
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Download the Kamar app from the appropriate store:
KAMAR on the App Store on iTunes or KAMAR - Android Apps on Google
Play
Enter this server address into settings: portal.kamohigh.school.nz
STUDENTS:
Login using your school network username and password (same as Google login)
PARENTS:
Username and Passwords were emailed out Term 1.
No Password? Contact: admin@kamohigh.school.nz
Instructions for accessing the Kamar portal from a desktop computer or laptop:
Type the following address into your internet browser: http://portal.kamohigh.school.nz/
(link is also on the school website and intranet)
No Password? contact: admin@kamohigh.school.nz
That’s all for this month. In the next edition of e-News we will be providing parents with some information about
“Google Apps for Education” and how GAFE makes it possible to gain access to student work and projects. This will
give parents a good insight into the day and the life of an eLearning student at Kamo High School.
Alex Wallace – e-Learning
Head Prefects
We hope everyone's first term has been a good one!
On the weekend of 14 and 15 March we had a school team involved with the Relay for Life. The relay for life is a
fundraising event run by the Cancer Society to help raise money and awareness for cancer. It was held at the
Athletics Track in Kensington, and all the teams entered walked and ran as many times around the track as they
could over the 18 hours, while participating in fun events and activities. As a total our whole team walked 632 laps,
and raised approximately $300, which was a great effort by everyone. We encourage all of you to participate in this
next year!
We would like to congratulate Waima on winning the Whanau swimming
sports and athletics, along with Rangi who took out the tabloids sports
throughout the previous weeks. We would also like to acknowledge all the
remaining Whanau participants on their results.
Neveh, Dylan, Matt and Kesia.
Year 9 Camp
Two camps were held from Monday 9 March to Wednesday 11 March, and Wednesday 11 March to Friday 13
March, based on the beautiful Whangaruru North peninsular. 110 Yr 9 students, some of their teachers and parents
attended camp.
The aim of the camp was to enable staff and students to live our school values, form positive relationships and
experience a number of outdoor education activities. Students participated in the following: stand-up paddle
boarding, kayaking, snorkelling, beach/bush walk and “found” art.
Special thanks to the following who made camp such a great success:
 Tuparehuia Marae committee for allowing us to use their facilities
 Warren Hay Marine for servicing the safety boat outboard
 Ngati Wai mentors
 The parents and staff who assisted at camp
 Teacher, Mrs Bint and some of her Trades Primary Industries students who planned and prepared our meals.
Darryl Davies - Year 9 Camp Co-ordinator
Level 1 Surf Trips
60 Level 1 Physical Education students recently spent 2 days surfing with the Tutukaka Surf Company at Sandy Bay.
Students attending the trips were able to be assessed against 3 achievement standards and potentially gain 9 Level 1
credits towards their NCEA qualification.
Students are still completing a number of additional tasks associated with the surf trips, but early indications suggest
that most will gain the 9 credits on offer.
Special thanks to the Kamo Club for their support with transport.
Darryl Davies HOD Physical Education
No Shell Left Unturned
That time of year again and the Level 2 Biology students were off to the Matapouri rocky shore to study zonation.
Even our community constable remembers this trip. It’s become quite a tradition.
This year it was touch and go as cyclone Pam threatened to spoil our fun. The trip was planned for Wednesday 18
March and hours of work had gone into our preparations. Pam was expected on Sunday. On Friday we consulted
with a wise old fisherman, a.k.a. Mr Goodwin. ‘Leave making the call till Monday.’ he said. Well! New Zealand
dodged a bullet there as Pam slid off down the east coast.
The day was stunning and everyone had an enjoyable and productive day.
Hazel McIntosh – Faculty Leader, Science
NZ Association of Orthodontists – Wish for a Smile Trust
The Wish for a Smile Trust was established in 2011 to provide specialist orthodontic treatment for young people who
may not otherwise be able to access treatment due to family and financial circumstances.
Feel free to contact the NZAO for further information on eligibility or to make application at
wfast@orthodontists.org.nz or via their website www.orthodontists.org.nz.
Are you wanting to upskill? Do you want a new hobby? The adult community
education programme for Term 2 is currently being finalised and the CEW website
www.cew.ac.nz will shortly be updated with the latest courses on offer. Look out for
the CEW brochures which will be available at your local library early April. CEW is
fortunate to have a reliable and enthusiastic team of tutors including tutors hailing
from as far afield as Russia, China, Japan, France and Colombia. For the foreign
language classes the tutors are mainly native speakers or are proficient in the
language having studied and/or lived in the region. Likewise for the ethnic cooking
classes the tutors are generally indigenous or are familiar with the local cuisine of
that country. The programme is constantly changing with the addition of new
courses each term so there is always something different to try. Check out the
classes available this coming term – we have something for everyone!
Enrol online or email cew@kamohigh.school.nz
Like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/CEWwhangarei
ADULT COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Affordable, Accessible, Lifelong Learning
Shona Hill: ACE Co-ordinator
Shortage In Skilled Workers Creating More Jobs Than Candidates
An interesting report which appeared in the NZ Herald, Thursday 19 March, written by Wayne Thompson - NZ Herald
reporter: http://www.nzherald.co.nz/employment/news/article.cfm?c_id=11&objectid=11419455
International Student Department
On Thursday 5 March a small group of students travelled with me to Northtec where an event was being held to
celebrate India’s Holi-Day or Festival of Colours. One of the highlights amongst the traditional dance and music was
the paint dust throwing, combined with water pistols and water bombs.
Our four newest students had the opportunity to visit the Mayoral chambers on Monday 2 March 2015. Anna Meier
presented a brilliantly written speech about her time in New Zealand so far. We also took a little sightseeing tour
around the main city tourist sites including the new pedestrian bridge at the Town Basin.
Tuesday 10th March saw us off to try our hand at surfing. The weather was mild, the surf was perfect for learners
and the company great. Thanks to Simon and his team at Tutukaka Surf Experience for a fantastic day out at Sandy
Bay.
One of our newer homestay’s - the Burns family - very kindly hosted a dinner for many of our current homestay
families and their students on the day Cyclone Pam was due – Sunday 15 March. Fortunately the weather, although
windy and cold, wasn’t as bad as expected and we had an enjoyable evening of great conversation and a wide
selection of yummy food to nourish us all.
On Tuesday 17 March we presented our students with a little handmade clover card and green lollipop for St Patricks day.
Megan Davidson, Manager – International Students
Arts Department:
The Arts Department has been rather busy this term with trips occurring every week. These are such a wonderful
opportunity for all students, especially for Drama students who would otherwise not have access to the wonderful
performances that are offered.
Drama:
Senior students have started their assessments for this term. Drama students have the opportunity to attend 2
separate performances in Term 2. Leap Theatre at Forum North on 22 May, and “A Dolls’ House” at the Maidment
Theatre in Auckland on 21 May. The Northland Shakespeare Festival will be held in A06 on 23 April starting at 7pm this is open to the public.
Visual Art:
All senior students are working hard to complete their assignments before the holidays. A group of Level 1 students
had an out of school photography/drawing trip to the Matapouri area. This gave the photographers a chance to
advance their skills with the camera. The Level 2 Art students took their sketch books to draw from surrounding
landscapes.
Both by Alex Nelson
The following two paintings from International Students:
Anna Meier
Year 9 sketching and lino prints:
Loche Harley
Alena von Harlessen
Ashleigh Banner-Stewart
Uku North is to be held around Whangarei at Easter. This is a collaboration of New Zealand clay artists, which is an
opportunity for Art students to see amazing works close up.
He Toi Whakairo He Mana Tangata
Where there is artistic excellence, there is human dignity
Kay Haigh Arts Co-ordinator
Welcome to Sports at Kamo High School
Nothing is impossible “The word itself says ‘I’m possible’
Audrey Hepburn
NSSA Swimming Sports
Rachyl Edge, Nicole Wrack, Mikaela Price, Laura Smith and Chris Geerkens represented our school in the Northland
swimming carnival held over in Dargaville. On a real scorcher of a day – the pool was the best place to be. All swam
well and had placings within their heats. Rachyl and Nicole managed to also pick up placings overall.
Girls 16yrs and over
100m Breaststroke
2nd
Nicole Wrack
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Rachyl Edge
50m Freestyle
3rd Rachyl Edge
Well done to the whole team who competed.
NSSSA ATHLETICS
Held at Kensington Park on 11 March between all the secondary schools within
the Northland area. Unfortunately we had a number of Yr 9’s (eligible to enter)
who missed out competing at this NSSA Athletics event – due to being away at Yr
9 camp. Next year!
Those who went found the competition tough, but we still managed to get results
in the following events:
Open Girls 300m Hurdles
1st
Rachyl Edge
Open Girls 2000m Steeple Chase
2nd
Rachyl Edge
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Intermediate girls 400m
2
Savannah Sullivan
nd
Intermediate Boys Triple Jump
2
Nazareth Nikora
rd
Intermediate Boys Long Jump
3
Nazareth Nikora
st
Junior Girls Triple Jump
1
Tiana Currie (pictured right)
Savannah Sullivan
Laura Smith
(2nd from left)
(far right)
Rachyl Edge
The Kamo High team consisted of: Rachyl Edge, Savannah Sullivan, Laura Smith, Tiana Currie, Chloe Buckton,
Nazareth Nikora and De-John Smith. Kyron Vette and Thomas Berry were also part of the team but were unable to
be there on the day.
Triathlon – Teams and Individual
KHS Junior Boys Team Triathlon
1st Place
Christopher Geerkens - Swim
Rueben Nicholl – Bike
Jordan Dwight – Run
KHS Senior Girls Team Triathlon
2nd Place
Nicole Wrack – Swim
Louise Savage – Bike
Louise Savage – Run
Senior Volleyball
Both the Senior Boys and Girls Volleyball teams
made it through to the finals of the NSS volleyball
tournament. Well done to the girls for their great
attitude and self-managing all of their trainings. The
teams played well and were often unlucky losing
only by a couple of points in some games.
Unfortunately neither team placed – but the
competition was even and really good to watch.
Individual Events
1st Place Senior Girls –
Rachyl Edge
2nd Place Intermediate Girls –
Savannah Sullivan
Rugby Sevens series ran this term with two competitions – Open boys and U15 boys. The qualifier was held at Old
Boys Rugby Ground – Both of our KHS teams managed to make it through to the finals day at Hikurangi Rugby
ground 17th March. Tough teams were competing in both grades, the strength of the WBHS sides as well as good
sides coming from the north schools Kaitaia and Kerikeri.
Both teams were coached by Mr Miller – with Mr Yeoman helping out the U15 side at finals. KHS Open team faced
WBHS in the semi-final, always a tough ask, but made a lot tougher when key player, Tiaki, had to leave early on with
a concussion after hitting the ground hard in a tackle. Unfortunately WBHS were too strong and KHS found
themselves facing Kerikeri in the 3/4 playoff, eventually finishing 4th.
The U15 side was a group of young but keen players who quite often found themselves playing against opponents
a lot bigger than they were. They improved with every game, with everyone in the team making some gutsy tackles
and really working hard. Caleb Nikara proved very quick with ball in hand and was highest try scorer. The team won
their last game against Ruawai to be winners of the bowl final – after being knocked out of the championship earlier.
Special mention to Joe Thelwall who broke his arm during the game – speedy recovery Joe.
Cricket
Kamo High competed in the 3rd grade cricket competition with a new look young side. Plenty of potential for future
years with the help of a couple of 2014 Year 13s who helped out the side. This group of boys have had a good
season, brought along with the help of coach Atif and Roger Turner at the games. Nice to have yet another Turner
prodigy at our school with Max Turner being the standout of the team performing with both bat and ball. Head Boy,
Matt Pene, really lead from the front as Captain with the bat and had a score of 178 not out against Rodney – plus
numerous other well played innings. Matt has also been a really good role model to all of the young players in this
team. The team finished 3rd in the Northland cricket 3rd grade competition.
(Back row L to R) Shay Ladd, Jared Johnston, Matt Pene, Roger Turner, Zak Chapman, Jordan Dwight
(Front row L to R) Alex Mudgway, Tiaan Hudson, Max Turner, Kodi Ritchie-Warren, Jack Scott
(Absent) Ben Baker, Greg Jackman, Reagan MacKenzie, Bailey Bocock
The girls in action at the NSS Volleyball finals.
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Please make sure that your son
is wearing the correct socks
to school…
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Possum Control
Glenbervie Forest
Glenbervie Forest, including satellite blocks
Maungatapere, Tutukaka, Puhipuhi
and Mokau (near Oakura) forests.
Cyanide poison (capsule) baits will be placed in
conjunction with a white flour lure in bait stations
(labelled flowerpots on wire stands)
or as ‘Strikers’ (waxed cardboard strips
stapled to tree stumps.
Poison will not be laid during weekends,
school holidays and public holidays, nor within 200
metres of the forest boundary.
More information:
Rayonier NZ Ltd – 09 437 4082
Proudly sponsored by the Ministry of Social Development
What: One Week holiday programme –
Monday to Friday - 9.00am to 1.00pm
Week 1 April 7 - 10th
Week 2 April 13 - 17th
Whangarei Intermediate School Hall
Who: Children Aged 8 to 14 years old.
Activities: Sports, Arts and Crafts, Hip Hop Dancing, Whangarei Aquatic Centre.
Costs: Everything FREE.
To register call 09-4596909 and leave your details on the answer phone;
name, phone number and week you wish your child/ren to attend.
Or email info@hardcoredance.co.nz
We will get back to you to confirm your registration.
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COMING EVENTS
31 Mar
31 Mar/1 Apr
2 Apr
20 Apr
23 Apr
27 Apr
30 Apr
7 May
14 May
14 May
19 May
20 May
21 May
29 May
29 May
Victoria University visit
Tai Tokerau Festival
End of Term 1
Start of Term 2
Shakespeare Festival
Anzac Day Holiday
Waikato University visit
Newsletter No. 4
X Country
Parent/Teacher Interviews
Parent/Teacher Interviews
Otago University Visit
X Country postponement alternative
Teacher Only Day
School Ball
1 June
4 June
9 June
11 June
18 June
19 June
25/26 June
26 June
29/30 June
2 July
3 July
3 July
20 July
20/24 July
30 July
Queen’s Birthday holiday
Newsletter No. 5
NSS X Country
Mystery Creek Field Days
Senior Band Night
Stage Challenge
English/Social Sciences Exams
Northland Mathex
Yr 10 Core Exams
Newsletter No. 6
Excel Performance
End of Term
Term 3 Commences
OPC
KHS Open Evening
See our website for the year’s calendar: www.kamohigh.school.nz
Next Newsletter: 7 May 2015
School Contact Information
School Office Phone:
Fax:
Address:
Absences:
Gateway Phone:
CEW Phone:
09 – 4351688
09 – 4350790
PO Box 4137, Kamo, Whangarei 0141
Email: admin@kamohigh.school.nz
Website: www.kamohigh.school.nz
09 – 435 1688 or Text (only) 027 751 3277
Email: absences@kamohigh.school.nz
09 – 435 2931
09 – 435 0889
Email: cew@kamohigh.school.nz
Website: www.cew.ac.nz
We Appreciate the Support and Sponsorship
Provided By the Following Organisations:
Compucon Computers
Core Steel
Countdown Regent
Donovan’s Engineering Supplies
Fuji Xerox
Home Kill Services Ltd (Science)
Kamo Club
Kamo Village Florist
Morgan Auto Painters
Northland School Wear (Kamo)
Northpower
Portland Cement
Rosvall Sawmills
Whangarei Aluminium
For Prizegiving and Scholarship Awards:
AUT McDonald’s Scholarship
Dempster & Hill
EQUICO Dux Prize
First Foundation Scholarships
Massey University Scholarships
Morris & Morris Scholarship
Noel Leeming Dux Prize
Otago University Scholarships
Rotary Club of Whangarei South
United Security – Northland Awards
University of Auckland Scholarships
University of Waikato Scholarships
Victoria University Scholarships
Whangarei A & P Scholarships
Whangarei MP Scholarship
Wormald
The Following Trusts and Fundraising Supporters:
NZ Community Trust
Oxford Sports Trust
Pub Charity