Kia ora tatou,
This week has started off a bit cooler but certainly no less busier. It began with Year 7, Education Outside the Classroom Week (which actually goes over 2 weeks) and ends with our first House Event of the year (House Party) on Friday. In between, there are numerous meetings, rehearsals, practises, Maori whanau hui, NCEA Information evening, and of course, engagement in learning inside the classrooms.
The Board of Trustees, continue their mahi to appoint a new principal. The pool of candidates was large and formidable but the Board were able to complete the first short listing. Next weekend there will be meetings of candidates by a Board and Staff panel.
It was a real pleasure to be at the Achievers Celebration last Thursday. Those parents and caregivers that attended, you can be very proud of your students as they achieve academic excellence. To those students, be aware you bring pride to Orewa College, continue to pursue your passions and know that your accomplishments are recognised and celebrated.
Ngā mihi
Anna Kenny
Acting Principal
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March 2024Monday 4 March to Friday 15 March - EOTC for Year 7
Tuesday 5 March - NCEA Information Evening - OAEC 6.30pm
Thursday 7 March - Maori Hui Evening - Staffroom 6.00pm
Friday 8 March - House Party Day
Thursday 14 March - Pasifika Fono Evening
Wednesday 20 to Saturday 23 March - Polyfest
Friday 29 March to Tuesday 2 April (Easter Break) - No students to attend school
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Student Health and SafetyHealth Centre NursesWe are fortunate enough to have very professional nurses in our health centre. The Nurses have asked us to remind parents that the nurses are not running a medical centre. Please ensure that all prior to school, health concerns are addressed at home. Re-dressing, re-strapping, investigating of past injuries, minor injuries which happened weeks ago etc, are not part of their work. They are here to deal with anyone who requires immediate assistance. Our Red Card students as always have direct access to the nurses.
Our staff are working with the nurses to ensure identification of when students should be sent to the nurses, is clear and procedures are followed. Also, the nurses have asked that you are reminded about keeping your student at home if they have respiratory illnesses until they are symptom free.
Traffic ControlWith many of our students entering and exiting our three gateways at the front of the school, we ask that you as parents and caregivers take extreme care while navigation the school grounds and surrounding streets. Here are a few tips to help everyone stay safe. - Remind your student not to ride their bikes and scooters inside the school grounds.
- Please do not enter the school grounds, unless it is an emergency, between 2.45 and 3.45pm.
- Encourage your students to be dropped off and picked up well away from the front gates.
- Do not drop students off at the crossing.
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2024 House Party - Friday 8 March | | Students will be dismissed at 1.25pm, students who need to remain at school past this time must report to the Arts and Events Centre.
All bus students must go to the OAEC as buses will run at the normal time. |
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Remember to apply and pack sunblock, a substantial lunch, plenty of water, a hat and a change of clothing. - The canteen will be closed and it is a device free day (do not bring any valuables)
- Students may dress up in their house colour (no body paint)
- Whanau may visit, but must sign in at main reception
- If the event is changed due to the weather, an email and alert to the schoolbridge app will be sent on Thursday.
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Progress ReportsThese are available on the web portal from today. |
Level 1 Design and Visual Communication Trip | | The Level 1 Design and Visual Communication course visited Object Space last Wednesday to see a collection of 110 chairs that span over 107 years.
The exhibition was an amazing range of designs that are both familiar and experimental examples of an everyday design object.
This research trip will assist students in designing their own seating solutions for their chosen briefs in the local community. |
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Parent/Caregiver Contact DetailsDue to a network upgrade, there will be no internet at the school on Friday for House Party Day and it is imperative that student information is correctly recorded in case we need to contact parents/caregivers.
Please check that your contact details: names, address, phone numbers, email addresses are up to date.
Details may be updated through the schoolbridge app or via email to: [email protected]
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This year Orewa College took over fifty students to our annual Band Camp. Band Camp this year saw students from Year 13 all the way down to Year 8 attending, all of which were hyped as soon as the bus arrived at camp.
Every single student gave it their all throughout each rehearsal, no matter whether they were in Symphonic Band, Concert Band or Senior Jazz Band. After each hard practice session, the students would munch down on seconds and thirds of their favourite meals from the camp.
On Saturday evening all students changed into their costumes to the theme of “Rhyme without Reason” and even a certain AC/DC member turned up thanks to Mr Wilkin’s “Rock Lobster” costume. All the students danced their hearts out to classic songs and some new songs.
After the party, all the students crashed into their dormitories and had a good long sleep before performing Sunday morning for all parents to listen to. We had a new band appearance of The Quintet followed by Symphonic Band, Concert Band and Senior Jazz ended the whole performance off with some stunning solos.
Many thanks to all senior students and staff both from Orewa College and Willow Park camp for helping make the camp as magical as it was.  |
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Sports News - "Off the Bench" | | Please CLICK HERE for all upcoming sports events, registrations, draws, results and zone day information. |
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Careers HubThroughout the course of the year we have various people visit the school to speak with students, particularly with the senior students.
In the coming weeks we have people coming in to speak about careers in the Health industry and then also Queenstown Resort College. These opportunities are advertised in the Daily Notices for senior students to take advantage of the ILT slot on Wednesday's.
Next term we have all eight of New Zealand's universities to speak (all 8 are in the top 3% of the world's universities) to senior students. Students are encouraged to also seek out opportunities to speak with people who work in areas that they are interested in, and potentially find related work experience, particularly in their school holidays.
This can assist with students becoming more self-aware, as well as having the opportunity to explore possibilities for their future pathway.
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Study Hub - Middle and Senior SchoolStudy hub is back and better than ever. This year our Academic Manukura and our Academic Senior Leaders are running two study hubs/whare ako.
We have a Middle School study hub/homework club for Year 7 and 8 at lunchtimes every Tuesday in Room 8.
Together with our student study hub/whare ako in the Library, every Monday after school between 3.15 - 4.15pm which is open to all year levels.
Whether you are in Year 7-10 or a Senior starting your NCEA work, we can check you are on the right track, explain a task, or just give you some space to work.
You can pop in for a few minutes or the whole session - whatever suits you. We will have snacks! |
Canteen - Taco TuesdaysWe are delighted to unveil our newest offering in your tuckshop - Taco Tuesdays! Embrace the taco craze every Tuesday throughout the month of March.
Act swiftly, as this treat is available for a limited time only. Head to the tuckshop to indulge in our taco selection, and let us know which one is your favorite before this special promotion bids farewell!  [email protected] | www.libelle.co.nz | 09 361 2655 |
Middle School Project - Taniwha WallArtwork in the middle school has been redesigned to celebrate tikanga at Orewa College.
This is encouraging all students to be brave and have a go. Original concept art work was by Nico Grant, Julius Chivell, Harper Tipene, Jess Shortt, Ellie Pulford-Smith with design and painting by Austin Probett from Year 8 in 2023.
Our magnificent new design, the Taniwha Wall was completed by the following students - Nico Grant, Julius Chivell, Harper Tipene and Milan Couling with the assistance of Mrs Schreurs.
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Health Notice - Year 8 HPV VaccinationConsent forms have been sent home to parents/caregivers. Please complete and return them to the school by Friday 15 March (whether consent or non-consent). The second vaccination is scheduled for Monday 21 October 2024. |
Community NoticesCentreway Road Rehabilitation and Footpath RenewalFulton Hogan advise the community that the road rehabilitation and footpath renewal may cause delay and disruption. Auckland Council Long-term Plan 2024-2034 (10-year Budget)Auckland Council is consulting on its draft Long-term Plan 2024-2034 (10-year Budget). As part of this the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board is also consulting on its priorities for the next year and longer-term.
Consultation on the draft plan is open until 28 March 2024. You can find a copy of the draft plan, details about online information events and other information HERE.
The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board members will also be at the Coastival and Summer Spectacular festivals on Saturday 2nd March and would welcome the opportunity to talk to you at these events:
Coastival - Western Reserve, 214 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Ōrewa
Saturday 2 March, 11am-1pm
Summer Spectacular festival - Browns Bay Beach Reserve, Browns Bay.
Saturday 2 March 2024, 2pm-4pm Parenting PlaceA great resource for parents/caregivers/whanau. Information HERE. |
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