Taihape Area School

Tuesday 2nd July 2013

Term 2 – Newsletter Number 9

Phone - 06 3880130

Email – rmcmillan@tas.school.nz office@tas.school.nz

Website - http://tas.spikeatschool.co.nz

Principal’s Corner

Tena koutou katoa

Welcome back - week 9 and only 2 weeks

until the holidays. The term has absolutely

flown past, with a large number of extra-

curricular activities featuring – these

included the Year 11 Careers Camp, the

Senior Cross Country, Celebration

Conferences, and Winter Sport.

The Winter Sports Season has a huge

impact on the School with practices

scheduled most days, and a mixture of

weekday and weekend competition. All

this means is that the days fly as one

activity follows closely on the heels of

another.

We are very fortunate with the staff we

have here at Taihape Area School. The

staff is friendly, welcoming, and

committed to providing a quality and

rounded education for all our students.

Teachers these days work huge hours,

including many in the weekends and

holidays.

The staff here is no exception, and it is not

by accident that a bell rings at 5.00pm each

night to remind them they have

responsibilities elsewhere. Nevertheless

this is often ignored by most as they

continue to work hard to ensure a worthy

education for our students.

Staff are also highly involved in a wide

range of extra-curricular activities, in

particular sport. It is great that so many

teachers are involved in coaching and

managing teams, as well as providing on-

going assistance and support.

As well the students here are friendly,

outgoing, full of energy, and very talented.

I celebrate the fact that increasing numbers

of students poke their heads into my office

to say hello, or visit for a catch-up. They

are all generally eager to please, and

celebrate their successes.

Teaching places us in a privileged position

and enables us to witness at close hand the

personal growth and development of our

young people. The changes that occur from

the time they take their first unsteady steps

as a New Entrant, until they leave as adults

at the end of Year 13, are remarkable - in

some cases a real metamorphosis has taken

place.

I would like to publically acknowledge the

support and commitment of our support

staff, a group of people who work

tirelessly for the benefit of the School and

our students, and who perform a number of

key tasks that allow the School to function

effectively. These people include our

Office Administration Personnel Janice

Hawira, Cathy Gregory, and Jenny Peace,

as well as our Caretaker Ian Somerville.

Other central members of our Team are

Robyn Somerville (Library), Rita Martin

(Star/Gateway/ Careers), Jude Hardwidge

(Alternative Education), Ann Fannin

(Teacher Aid), Bronwyn Troon (Teacher

Aid), Moo Williams (Teacher Aid) and

Loni Martin (Sports Co-ordinator).

These people are indispensable to the day

to day operation of TAS, and work above

and beyond the call of duty to perform

their daily tasks, but also the multitude of

unexplained and unaccounted things that

regularly crop up. One trait they all share is

a passion for the school, for our students,

and for the community of Taihape.

Last week our Year 11 Students travelled

to Wellington for their Careers Camp.

This is always an extremely important part

of the annual cycle of events, and for the

students involved, a reality check. While in

Wellington they attended a Careers Expo,

and visited a variety of work places, and

tertiary and vocational organizations, and

were provided with a first-hand insight into

the wide range of occupations and

livelihoods available, as well as the

qualifications needed for entry.

As we are all very aware, the current

economic climate is extremely challenging,

and has had a very negative impact on the

employment scene, in particular the range

of occupations and jobs available.

The message passed on to our students is

the need for them to not only pass NCEA,

with endorsement if possible, but also to

get involved in a variety of roles and

activities while at school – such as

leadership, cultural, and sporting. Most

work places are after “real” people - that is

people who bring with them a range of

skills, attributes, and qualities, as well as a

well-developed work ethic.

There is also an obvious need for students

to be able to get on with others, and work

well in a team.

Have a great week.

Richard McMillan

Principal

Tall Poppies A number of students

excelled last week. This

included: -

50 “Club” at NCEA Level 1; Rachel Conlon and

Estee Bristol.

40 “Club” at NCEA Level 1:

Nicola-Mary Geraghty, Mikayla Mattock, Emma

McCaughan, Maxwell Saga, Bryan Santos, Vidya

Vijayakumar , and Michaella Simpson.

4 credits at Excellence in Level 1 Visual Art:

Nicola Mary Geraghty and Emma McCaughan.

4 credits at Merit in Level 1 Visual Art:

Michaella Simpson and Lewis Carr.

For Rangatiratanga - for perserverving and

trying his best at gymnastics – Chase Rewai

(Room 1)

Making improvements in their Learning:

Phoenix Shelford and Matika Slade-Wipaki

(Room 2).

For showing talent in Gymnastics: Jareah Dygas

and Hinemoa Rolston (Room 2).

Room 3- Whole class for using manaakitanga and

whanaungatanga by making our two new class

members feel welcome right from day one.

Being consistently good at times tables:

Samantha Beauchamp and Amorangi Toto (Room

5).

For commitment to her learning – Aroha

Hurinui (Room 4).

For actively leading their own learning by

consistently being on task - Kirsten Brown and

Reese McClay (Room 6).

For thinking, showing Wairuatanga and

putting his head down and working very nicely – Dallas Sullivan (Room 9)

Hockey: Goals to Jack Murrell 3, James Hamilton

2, Josh Fellingham 3, Kyran Kelly.

Rugby: Robbie McFarlane 2, Arron, Jerome, and

Joseph tries.

Taihape Netball Representative Players:

Year 7 - Gracie Mallalieu and Journey Campus;

Year 8 - Shaquita Robinson King, Lakisha Rata

Hall, Jade Sullivan, Kirsten Brown, and Harmony

Lucas.

Important Events

Wednesday 10th Mufti Day- Cancer Society Fundraiser

Friday 12th Matariki Celebration

End of Term

Monday 29th Term3

Exceptional Work

Adam Wanoa Age 5years

Telling a story about his picture.

Hockey Last week the Taihape Area Mixed

Hockey team travelled to Palmerston North

to play the young and inexperienced

PNBHS11 Team. TAS dominated the

game from the start, although this control

wasn’t really reflected in the final score-

line of 9-1. James Hamilton 2, Jack

Murrell 3, Josh Fellingham 3, and Kyran

Kelly scored the goals.

With a number of players missing, this

game was an opportunity to give the

remaining players extended turf time. The

forward line of Josh Fellingham, Kerran

Clark, and Jack Murrell combined well

with Rowan Bradley, Aimee Bradley to

dominate the attack. James Hamilton and

Kyran Kelly combined well in front of

goal, and finished well.

Melissa Mete, Kelsey Eames, and Gina

Swanson benefited from extended playing

time, while Nicole Rees showcased her

experience in a number of positions.

Ayden Trebiclo had another quiet day in

the goal.

Summary Taihape Area School 9 (Jack Murrell 3, James

Hamilton 2, Josh Fellingham 3, and Kyran Kelly

goals) defeated PNBHS 11 one.

Draw tonight TAS v Horowhenua Senior in Palmerston North,

on turf 2, @ 5.30pm.

Next Week TAS v PNBHS 12 in Palmerston North, on turf 2

@ 4.15pm.

All hockey information, including the draw and

results, can be found on the Hockey Manawatu

Website (path: - Competition - Draw/fixtures -

Secondary Schools - Monday draw).

Rugby Dannevirke 37 vs. TAS 31

Our first game after being relegated up to the “A” pool of the Manawatu under 15 division and a home game for TAS the forces of nature were to bless us with a fantastic winter morning even though the air was crisp we were appreciative of the blue sky and sunshine. We were to have the later start of 10:50a.m. Instead of the usual 9:50a.m. kick off which was an added bonus as the early morning white out had thankfully dissolved under the warmth of the scarcely seen sun at this time of year. The TAS team were not to be blamed if they were feeling somewhat nervous, not only was this a move up in grade but we had lost players due to circumstances that were beyond our controls, to be exact we were down 4 players this leaving our bench depleted and a huge shuffle around of players and for some of those players this was going to be a big step up. A game which was to have all our supporters smiling and applauding, cheering and yelling and provided not only some good talking points for onlookers but I’m thinking some much needed confidence to players as the game was to progress. In the beginning minutes of the game nerves could be blamed for the messy start with

Dannevirke having the first kick off and TAS missing its mark with dropped ball and bad handling, lack of communication leading to Dannevirke breaking through. TAS ably lead by its captain Kamryn Mosen rallied his team together calling for calmer heads and focus and leading his team back into the throes of the game. Dannevirke were not given to much leeway once TAS settled and took Dannevirke almost 10 minutes to put the first try in for the game but un-converted, this was to be replied by Area School with a fantastic try from Aaron Chapman who had kicked and chased his own ball charging his way through a rampaging Dannevirke pack. Another try by Dannevirke was to follow and un-converted yet again put them 10-5 ahead of Area School but with confidence building in the team and some very excitable

supporters TAS responded yet again with another well-earned try from our 2nd 5/8 Robbie Macfarlane and converted by flanker Joseph Cowley this was to put TAS 12-10 ahead at the half time whistle. The second half was just as exciting as it see sawed back and forth with each team taking the lead repetitively with only 1 point difference each time. Our centre Jerome MacLean played like a man posed and battled hard through a very solid Dannevirke pack and fought his way over the try line his efforts to be rewarded by a well kicked conversion. At the final whistle

Dannevirke had scored a try and converted which gave them the win. Jerome’s physical play earned him “man of the match”. Dannevirke out sized us but in my opinion were evenly matched by TAS playing abilities and mental strength to stay in the game, by no means was TAS out played or even out muscled but I would go as far to say that under the circumstances TAS found itself in on Saturday they played with heart, courage and spirit and if there were any doubts about this team not having the “kaha” to make it in this grade or even doubt whether they should be up there I would challenge you to reconsider. Word for the week: Ebullient Tries: Aaron Chapman, Robbie Macfarlane, Joseph Cowley, Jerome MacLean. Conversions: Joseph Cowley.

Netball Results Netball Results from Saturday 29

th June

Senior A – had a hard fought game against

Dannivirke having a narrow loss 20/16

Senior B – played a great game and came

away with a well deserved win, beating St

Peters 27/6

Year 9 – played two games back to back,

not letting this phase them they came away

with two great wins , beating PNGHS

22/16 and Awatapu 31/14

The Senior A Netball Team enjoying a refreshing

drink of water donated by OTMK.

Matariki Clebrations

On Friday 12th

July the Junior School will

be involved in celebrating Matariki. A

newsletter has been sent home with

students today outlining the day and asking

for whanau participation. We look forward

to celebrating Matariki with you all!

Year 11 Careers Camp The Year 11 Careers Camp was based in

Wellington this year. We stayed at

Wellington High Schools’ Marae for two

nights for the purpose of helping us choose

our subjects for Year 12, and for us to start

thinking about our futures.

The Careers Expo was beneficial for all

students as we gained information from

Universities, Polytechs, employers and

Schools of Design. A couple of us even

said a cross to promote the Expo for “The

Edge” radio station. We all came away

with our bags full of pamphlets and

promotional give-aways!

Apart from the Expo, groups of us went to

Wellington hospital, Victoria University,

Wellington Zoo, the SPCA, Taylor’s Meat

Works, and on a Sealord fishing vessel

known as the “Thomas Harrison.” The

people that showed us around these places

answered our questions and even gave us

subject advice to be prepared for the

careers we would like to have.

James Morrison

said, “It was good

getting to go to the

hospital. The staff

was so generous to

let us use their

equipment.”

Michaella said, “I got to talk to someone

who worked in a mortuary. She really gave

me an insight to what

they do, it was so

fascinating.”

For the students who

went to the hospital the

expensive and lifelike

mannequin called

William was a favourite

and for the other group

of students the zoo’s

baboons were a source

of entertainment.

The camp proved fun

and exciting but also

extremely informative,

have fun next year Year

10’s!! - Report by Nicola-Mary Geraghty

Supporting Your Child at

Home: Reading 1. For beginning readers, learning

basic sight words is really important as it

helps with fluency. See your child's teacher

for lists of important words and flash

cards.

2. At any level, listen to your child read

and ask him/her questions about what they

have read to check their understanding.

3. The following websites provide access

to reading material. Please take the

opportunity to use them.

http://www.readingeggs.co.nz

http://www.sunshineonline.com.au

“Math’s Buddy” The Junior School is currently trialling the

new online Mathematics Resource

“Math’s Buddy”. This online

resource closely aligns with the National

Curriculum, and provides opportunities for

students to reinforce classroom learning,

and further embed ideas developed at

school. The programme is self-monitoring,

and the children are able to work through

various activities at their own pace,

receiving tutoring, advice, and

confirmation of their progress as they

proceed. We are also beginning trialling

this in the senior school as it is designed

for Year 1 right through to Year 13 (NCEA

Level 3). The letter below will provide you

with details of how to access “Maths

Buddy” for yourself.

“Dear Parents

The brilliant Maths programme, Maths Buddy is being used at Taihape Area School. We would love you to check out the programme yourself at www.mathsbuddy.co.nz

On the home page click on the “parent login” button and choose Option 2.

Enter your child’s login details Login: CB7035 Password: hands86

Here you will find a full update on his/her progress in Maths.

To make sure you’re kept in the loop, you can enter into the Parent Login anytime, anywhere.

If you wish to have weekly updates emailed to you, click on “Sign up here” (LHS of the page). Their progress can

be automatically sent to up to two parent addresses each Monday.

So spend a bit of time tonight or over the weekend and see why so many teachers, so many parents and (most importantly) so many kids are switching onto this powerful Maths programme …And finding what a difference it makes for them!

I hope you and your son/daughter enjoy the programme and get a lot out of it.

All the best,

Craig McBride” National Manager – Mathsbuddy.co.nz

National Young Leaders

Day On the Wednesday the 11

th of June 12

junior school leaders went the Regent

Theatre in Palmerston North. There were

lots of schools from all around the central

North Island, and we represented Taihape

Area School. The theme this year was

heroes, and that everyone can be a hero.

The first speaker was a

lady called Allison

Mooney, she talked to

us about personalities

and that we need to accept others

personalities.

Then we got to hear from

Charlie Laumatia, he talked

us about learning from our

mistakes, and that we can all

be heroes. He was really cool

and told us lots of funny and

important stories.

Then we got to listen to Billy

Graham, I really enjoyed

Billy’s because he was really

entertaining. He talked to us

about his childhood and how he got into

trouble, and how now he is a boxing coach.

The fourth speaker we

listened to was Sam

Johnson. He talked to us

about a group he set up in

Christchurch to help

following the earthquake -

it’s called “The Student Army” you can

look at their page on Facebook. He was

really emotional when he was talking

about his visit to Japan, when the tsunami

hit. He was really great to listen to and

encouraging.

The final speaker was Cam

Calkoen, he was my

favourite because he has

been through so much,

because he has a disability

which is Cerebral Palsy. He was very

funny, and it was cool how his favourite

word is “awesome”.

At the end we were very lucky to see a live

performance by Jamie McDell, who is a

leader as well because she is only 16, and

is already famous for her singing.

- Report by Emma Fellingham.

ANZ Olympic Schools

Programme The ANZ Bank has developed the ANZ

Olympic Schools Programme so that

people can help their child’s, or a relative’s

school, to earn credits at the ANZ Awards

Centre.

For every successful ANZ home loan, or

home loan top up over $50,000, drawn

down by someone connected to your

chosen school, the school will receive 800

credits which can be converted into a range

of items, including sports equipment and

computer technology.

For example:

NCAA Super Grip Basketball 86 credits

Gilbert Silver ferns Netball 88 credits

Ocean Kayak 2022 credits

HP Pavilion Computer 2772 credits

In summary: people taking a mortgage

with the ANZ Bank are asked to nominate

a School to receive credits which can then

be converted into resources for the school.

The Mayonnaise Jar When things in your life seem, almost too

much to handle, when 24 Hours in a day is

not enough. Remember the mayonnaise jar

and 2 cups of coffee.

A professor stood before his philosophy

class, and had some items in front of him.

When the class began, wordlessly, he

picked up a very large and empty

mayonnaise jar and proceeded to fill it with

golf balls.

He then asked the students, if the jar was

full. They agreed that it was.

The professor then picked up a box of

pebbles and poured them into the jar. He

shook the jar lightly. The pebbles rolled

into the open Areas between the golf balls.

He then asked the students again if the jar

was full. They agreed it was.

The professor next picked up a box of sand

and poured it into the jar. Of course, the

sand filled up everything else.

He asked once more if the jar was full. The

students responded with a unanimous

'yes.'

The professor then produced two cups of

coffee from under the table and poured the

entire contents into the jar, effectively

filling the empty space between the

sand. The students laughed.

'Now,' said the professor, as the laughter

subsided, 'I want you to recognize that this

jar represents your life. The golf balls are

the important things - family,

children, health, Friends, and Favorite

passions – Things that if everything else

was lost and only they remained, Your life

would still be full.

The pebbles are the other things that matter

like your job, house, and car.

The sand is everything else --The small

stuff. 'If you put the sand into the jar first,'

He continued, 'there is no room for the

pebbles or the golf balls. The same goes

for life.

If you spend all your time and energy on

the small stuff, you will never have room

for the things that are important to you.

So...

Pay attention to the things that are critical

to your happiness.

Play With your children.

Take time to get medical checkups.

Take your partner out to dinner.

There will always be time to clean the

house and fix the disposal.

'Take care of the golf balls first -- the

things that really matter. Set your

priorities. The rest is just sand.'

One of the students raised her hand and

inquired what the coffee represented.

The professor smiled. 'I'm glad you asked'.

It just goes to show you that no matter how

full your life may seem, there's always

room for a couple of cups of coffee with a

friend.'

The Common Cold The common cold is an inflammation of

the mucous membranes caused by a

number of viruses; there are over 200

different types of viruses that can cause a

cold.

Spreading this illness is easy. When

someone has a cold, the nasal secretions

are teeming with cold viruses. Sneezing,

nose-blowing and nose-wiping are means

by which the cold viruses spread. You can

catch a cold by inhaling the virus if you are

sitting close to a sneeze of someone

infected with a cold, or by touching your

nose, eyes, or mouth after you have came

into contact with a contaminated area.

Colds tend to be centered in the nose. Even

though you may feel tired or have aches

most symptoms are above the neck. It is

hard to pinpoint symptoms for colds since

the symptoms vary depending on the

virus.

Some common symptoms include:

Nasal stuffiness;

Sneezing;

Runny nose;

Watery eyes;

Headaches;

Muscle aches and pains;

Nose and throat irritation.

Cold symptoms typically last between 1 to

5 days. Usually irritation in the nose or a

scratchy feeling in the throat is the first

sign, followed within hours by sneezing

and a watery nasal discharge. Within 1 to 3

days, the nasal secretions usually become

thicker and may turn a greenish or

yellowish colour. Colds tend to last about a

week, with perhaps a few lingering

symptoms (e.g. cough) for an additional

week or so.

Influenza

The flu, also known as influenza, can have

much more serious effects making you feel

sick all over. It is caused by a single family

of viruses (the influenza viruses).

The flu is contracted by a similar means as

the cold, that is coming into contact

with the virus through touching an infected

area (e.g. door handles, tables, etc)

or being around a person infected by

the flu who coughs or sneezes (the flu

virus can travel airborne). The flu is also

highly contagious, but short lived.

Some common symptoms include:

High fever;

Hoarse cough;

Sore throat;

Headache;

Aching back, arms and legs.

The flu tends to occur abruptly, with

symptoms appearing between 1 to 7 days

of contraction (usually 2 to 3 days).

Between 2 and 4 days, the entire body

subsides and the respiratory symptoms

begin to increase and usually disappear

within 4 to 7 days. However, the cough

and tiredness usually lasts for weeks after

the rest of the illness is over.

Cans Wanted

For my Wearable Arts project I need lots

of cans.If you have any drink cans that you

have finished can you please drop them in

the “can bin’ at the reception foyer.

Thank you.

Yummy Stickers

YUMMY APPLE

PROMOTION Keep collecting Yummy stickers

for our chance for free sports

gear. When you need more

sheets see Whaea Janice at the

office.

AMMENDED TOURNAMENT DATE

DUE TO A REP TOURNAMENT BEING HELD ON

THE 21ST JULY, WE HAVE DECIDED TO

CHANGE OUR DATE FOR THE

ALL NEW... TAS SENIOR A FAST5 Tournament

Fundraising for LNISS Tournament WHEN: SATURDAY 27th JULY 2013

WHERE: TAIHAPE AREA SCHOOL

Grades:

Mixed Open

Women’s Open Social

Women’s Open Competitive

Entry:

$100 per team (pay with registration)

Each team to provide their own umpire

A player list must accompany entry form

Delicious food & coffee will be available from our

HUB canteen throughout the day….

For a registration pack phone 06 3880123 or email

lmartin@tas.school.nz

Closing date for registrations Friday 5th July 2013 – No

late entries will be accepted

Our Student Leaders

Skye Horton

Maunga House

Why you decided to become a leader:

I decided to become a leader because I wanted to show younger

kids role modelling and this has always been my dream.

Interests:

Gymnastics, outdoors, sports and camping.

Aspirations:

When I grow up I would like to be a midwife or a SPCA person

because I love animals and babies.

An interesting fact about yourself:

I can do a backflip on the tramp.

What would you like to achieve as a leader in 2013:

I would like to see younger kids follow my leadership and help

them achieve their goals.