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Newsletter Issue 27

"Show me the money!"

 

We call Term 3 the "Money Term". It relates to the famous line in the film, Jerry Maguire, "Show me the Money!"

The 'worth' of the player and his hard work, determination, training, skill and latest accomplishments justified how much he would earn.
The same applies to our tamariki and mokopuna in the senior school.
The work, manawanui, planning and completion of internal assessments and preparation for external assessments all load up in this term and the upcoming study break.

Our staff spend a large amount of time and energy ensuring we prepare the students for these assessments.
Students have to take ownership of their assessments so the quality of their pass - Achieved (A), Merit (M) or Excellence (E) recognises the effort and work they have put in.
This then gives them a pathway into Level 2, 3 and high-end Tertiary Courses for degrees or apprenticeships.

Make the most of Assessment Week, Week 10, and the opportunities in the study break to get the best academic ticket for your pathway next term.
Make this "money term" pay dividends for your future.

Mark P Shanahan

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Book Of The Week - Born To Fight By Mark Hunt

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9FRE are this week's winners!

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Language Award Winners

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Mathex 2023

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Sports Draws/Fixtures

Upcoming Draws - Come along and show your support!

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Proving Their Leadership Skills

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Splash Holiday Programme

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Sports Results

Last weeks sports results

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West City Baseball Open Day

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Upcoming Events

 
  • Fri 8th – Fri 15th Sep Senior Student Assessment Week
  • Thurs 21st Sep Sports Awards Evening
  •  Fri 22nd Sep Last Day of Term 3
  • Mon 9th Oct First Day of Term 4 (Day 2 on Timetable)
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