Tēnā koutou, e te whānau o Howick College,
 As we approach the Easter season, it is important to recognise its significance beyond the traditional festivities of the Easter bunny and chocolate eggs (although I do confess that I am looking forward to some Whittaker's "Dark Block"). For Christians, Easter holds profound meaning as a time to commemorate the greatest sacrifice ever made: Christ taking on our sins and bearing the cross in our place. This act epitomises servant leadership, exemplifying the principle of putting others before oneself, to make our community, country and world a better place.
At Howick College, we value leadership among our staff and students, particularly encouraging our students to take on leadership roles. We offer excellent leadership programs, including those for our senior student leaders. From Year 9 through to our senior staff leaders, we adhere to the servant leadership model, emphasising that leadership is about serving the needs of others.
Within our college community, I frequently observe acts of servant leadership that place people and purpose at the forefront of decision-making. Our leaders demonstrate care and attentiveness, genuinely valuing others' perspectives and acknowledging individuals for who they are, not just their accomplishments. They willingly devote their time and forego personal gain to foster the success of others, embodying the essence of selflessness and trust.
Mahatma Gandhi succinctly captured this ethos when he said, "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." This sentiment resonates deeply with our philosophy of leadership at Howick College.
This week, I'm proud to highlight two outstanding young leaders who embody this spirit of service: our Head Students, Kalos Robinson-Frani and Sophie White. In the article below, I have invited them to share with you some of the initiatives they and their team of leaders have been involved with.
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Have a safe and relaxing Easter break,
Dale Burden
Principal/Tumuaki From Our Head Students Head Students - Sophie White and Kalos Robinson-Frani As we near the end of Term 1, having completed nearly a quarter of the academic year, we are thrilled with how 2024 has gone so far. We have accomplished a lot and have even more exciting things in store. This term got off to a great start as our Year 9 students rocked Top Town and had a fantastic day. This was followed by Athletics Day a couple of weeks later, where the entire school showcased top-tier commitment with house dress-up, mascot races, and Minerva house coming out on top.
Participation has been actively encouraged by our leadership team, resulting in the highest number of council sign-ups the college has ever witnessed. We are so proud of all those getting involved with our kura and school community, and we will continue to encourage everyone to take advantage of the opportunities on offer.
We firmly believe there is something for everyone here at Howick College, with many major events planned for the year. The leadership team is currently in planning mode for our Mid-Winter Christmas Festival and our Spring Carnival - highlight events on our school calendar - while our lovely House Leaders have begun organising the top musicians in each House to compete at The Battle of the Bands. This is our biggest student-led event of the year and will be held at the end of Term 3.
Our Howick College Instagram page, @howickcollegeleaders, managed by the Head Students, provides updates on upcoming events and vital school information. It is important that our students stay up-to-date and keep in touch with these school-wide events as we want everyone to get the most out of their college years.
We are immensely proud of the proactive approach many of you have taken, involving yourselves in our kura and wider community this year. We look forward to seeing all of our students grow as they put their hand up to try more new things.
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Good Friday (public holiday)
Monday 1 April
Easter Monday (public holiday)
Tuesday 2 April
Easter Tuesday (school holiday)
Friday 12 April
Term 1 Ends
Thursday 25 April
ANZAC Day (public holiday)
Monday 29 April
Term 2 Begins
Tuesday 7 May
Parent Interviews (4:00 - 7:00pm)
School will close at 1:40pm
Thursday 9 May
Po Fiafia Evening
Wednesday 15 May
Parent Interviews (4:00 - 7:00pm)
School will close at 1:40pm
Friday 17 May
Pink Shirt Day
Saturday 18 May
Senior School Ball
Friday 31 May
Teacher Only Day
Uxbridge Fridays@12 Concert
2023 Yearbook Update We are pleased to advise all those who have purchased a 2023 yearbook that it will be available to collect from the Student Office from Thursday 4 April. On behalf of the printing company, we would like to apologise for the delay. |
Rotary Acheivement Scholarship Recipients Congratulations Alyssa Reid, Devin Marshall and Olivia Morfett . Each year, the Howick Rotary Club awards three in-zone Year 8 students who will attend Howick College in Year 9 the Rotary Academic Scholarship. The scholarship is presented to applicants who have demonstrated proven academic ability, an excellent attitude towards their learning, and have made a positive contribution to their current school. Valued at $1,000 each, the scholarships can be used towards school uniforms, subject materials, school fees, subject-related activities, trips and camps, digital devices, and other educational resources.
In recognition of their outstanding achievements, the 2023 recipients – Alyssa Reid, Devin Marshall, and Olivia Morfett, along with their parents, were invited to a formal morning tea this week with our Principal, Mr Dale Burden. Congratulations to all! Year 13 Students Attend Leadership Academy Year 13 students from South Auckland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Wellington attend the 2024 University of Waikato Leadership Academy Launch. This year, five of our Year 13 students are participating in the University of Waikato-sponsored Leadership Academy. Throughout the year, Mahalet Wale, Ashley Nam, Winter Lin, Zoe Owen, and Katy Gribble. will work towards completing a university course worth 15 points, which will count towards the beginning of their degrees once they choose to start their tertiary qualifications. We wish them all success in completing the course and starting their university experience. LEO Club Supports Water Safety Last Sunday, the Howick Lions hosted their annual Water Safety Picnic at Cockle Bay Beach. Supporting this fantastic community event, which focuses on promoting safety on and around water, were members of our dedicated Howick College LEOs Club. This committed group of volunteers, which included Prajna Chaudhry (Vice President), Yoshini Anantharangan, Saneh Kaur, Bella Hargreaves-Judd, Sarah Lu, Emily Kang, Catrina Lin, Annaliz Decena, Daiki Matsuna, and Nathan Cox, generously gave their time to ensure the day was both safe and enjoyable. Taking charge of child-minding, running the mouth-watering sausage sizzle, and handling various other tasks, they ensured that all attendees had a memorable and fun-filled experience. Celebrating French Language Week
The Language Department is thrilled to extend a heartfelt merci beaucoup to the Howick College community for their incredible support during French Language Week. It was truly magnifique to hear French greetings echoing through our école corridors from both staff and students alike. We are delighted to report that a vast number of students engaged in the various Francophonie-themed activities on offer, including the pétanque competition, French cinema (Ratatouille) and a French food stall complete with délicieuses crêpes. The enthusiasm and participation made the week a resounding success!
Keep an eye out for more language and cultural festivities on the horizon, as there will be more opportunities to celebrate our diverse linguistic heritage at Howick College together. Once again, merci beaucoup to all.
Uniform ReminderAs the days shorten and become a little chillier, we would like to remind students and caregivers that there are a number of warmer uniform options that students can choose from if they are feeling the cold. These include the following Howick College regulation items:
- Black waterproof jacket with crest
- Black V-necked jersey with crest
- Charcoal/white pinstripe ankle-length skirt
- Charcoal/white pinstripe trousers
- Black/red Howick College scarf
- Those wearing the knee-length skirt may also choose to wear black opaque stockings
- Singlets ONLY may be worn under the uniform shirt but must not be visible
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PLEASE NOTE: beanies, tee-shirts and thermals (short or long sleeved), hoodies, sweatshirts and any other non-regulation items are NOT permitted and will be confiscated as outlined in our Uniform Process. Howick College Book of the WeekLearned by Heart by Emma Donoghue
In 1805, at a boarding school in York, two fourteen-year-old girls first meet. Eliza Raine, the orphan daughter of an Indian mother, keeps herself apart from the other girls, tired of being picked out for being different. Anne Lister, a gifted troublemaker, is determined to conquer the world, refusing to bow to society's expectations of what a woman can do. As they fall in love, the connection they forge will remain with them for the rest of their lives.
As well as other novels with historical settings, Emma Donoghue is also the author of the novel Room.
This book is suitable for senior students.
Come and borrow it from L6
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Study Centre - Tutors Now Available | | Where: A4
When: Every lunch time
What: A quiet place to work independently or with a tutor
Tutors can now be booked using the Study Centre button on the school website. Students MUST use their school email when making a booking. Students who just want a quiet place to study are also welcome to come along during lunch times. |
Careers Department
STAR Short Courses
If you are in Yr 12 or 13 and interested in attending a school funded short course during the holidays, please visit the Careers Department to find what course are available.
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Air NZ School Holiday Student Hangar FamilsThe Engineering Team at Air New Zealand is restarting their School Holiday Hangar Famils for 2024 in the April school holidays. They are offering students a half-day tour of their Maintenance Base at Auckland Airport to help promote a pathway for passionate, hands-on students who are interested in aviation.
This tour will help students to understand the day-in-the-life of an aircraft maintenance apprentice and the career pathway and working environments they can look forward to! They are looking for students who have a keen interest in practical work, engines, and aviation as these individuals are likely to flourish in the industry.
If this sounds interesting to you, please come to the Careers Department to register your interest.
Sports News
Cricket 1st XI Defeat Mt Roskill Grammar 1st Cricket Boys Shine at Summer Tournament. Our 1st XI Boys Cricket team played their second match of the Summer Tournament Week and another league match against Mt Roskill Grammar School last Thursday. Batting first, our boys got off to a solid start but then lost quick wickets before a 50+ run partnership between Saket Kapania (25) and Jack Read (57 - his first half-century for the 1st XI) helped the side to 166.
They then delivered a bowling and fielding display that would be hard to beat on any day or by any team in the competition, bowling Mt Roskill out for 22 off 22 overs! All four bowlers used contributed to the big win with Trent McVeigh taking 2-7 off 6 overs, James Dennis 3-4 off 6 overs, Sam Read 2-5 off 5 overs, and Billy White 3-6 off 5 overs. The bowlers were backed up in the field by some impressive catching from Callum Edwards as wicketkeeper and Sam Read at first slip. The final margin of victory was 144 runs to Howick!
Unfortunately, the boys' final match of the summer season against Lynfield College was called off due to Saturday's inclement weather.
A big thank you to Don McVeigh for managing the team and for all the work he does behind the scenes. We would also like to thanks and acknowledge all the parents, caregivers, and whānau for their support.
Bacot Baseballer Bags Trophy | | Congratulations to Yr 11 baseball player Nikau Waru (Bacot House) and his team the Howick Pakuranga Hawks, on winning the U16 Auckland Club Championship earlier this month.
The Hawks' impressive season record, with just one loss, speaks volumes about their commitment to their sport. Their dominating performances in the semi finals against West City (21-7) and finals against Central City (12-1) demonstrate their skill and determination.
Nikau proved a key contributor both on the mound and at the plate. In the semis, he pitched 3 innings without allowing a single hit or run, and in the final, he contributed 2 hits, 1 run, and 2 runs batted in (RBIs). A true asset to the team's success! |
Sports NoticesCoaches, Managers, Organizers & Drivers Urgently NeededThis year, we are very excited to announce that we have more students than ever signing up to play winter sports, including netball, football, hockey, basketball, and rugby. In order to provide a quality experience for all these enthusiastic young players, we need your help! If you can offer your knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm and would like to become a part of TEAM RED, our Sports Department would love to hear from you! To find out more about how you can help, please email [email protected].
Follow Sport @ Howick College
For sports draws, results and the latest sports news, follow Howick College Sports on Facebook and Instagram or visit the Sports page on the Howick College website by clicking on the icons below.
Health Centre News
Dental Planet Onsite During School Holidays
The mobile dental van provides free dental care for NZ residents under 18 years of age. Students in years 9-13 can be enrolled for their free check up and treatment from Monday 15 April - Friday 3 May by clicking the link below and following the prompts.
https://analytics-au.clickdimensions.com/cn/avjqi/onlineenrolment
If you can’t access the link, call Dental Planet on 0800 262 2022, or email [email protected]
 Community NoticesANZAC Day Speech Competition The Howick Returned and Services Association is continuing their tradition of involving local schools in the ANZAC Day service held on Stockade Hill. Students from local secondary schools are invited to enter and submit one essay, (poems not accepted), which would be appropriate for consideration to
be presented at the Civic Service on Stockade Hill at 11.00am.
The content of the essay needs to reflect the significance of ANZAC Day in New Zealand’s history. There should be a link to Gallipoli and WW1 and the origin of the ANZACs. Reference to the courage of those who fought and continue to defend democracy on our behalf. The winner of the competition will receive a $100.00 book voucher and their school will receive a $150.00 donation.
Entries to the competition must be received no later than 3 April 2024 and can be emailed to [email protected] Please ensure that the student’s name, email address and contact phone/mobile numbers are clearly stated on their application.
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