St Kevin's College News and Reminders Term 1 Week 6
Kia ora whānau and friends of St Kevin's College,
Can you believe we're already past the halfway mark for Term 1? This week, our First XI cricket team had a victory against Roncalli College. We also had the Network Waitaki Sports Awards, where many SKC students, past and present, were recognised for their achievements. Additionally, our Mixed Touch team will be competing this weekend in Christchurch at the SISS Touch Championships. Lastly, we have the SKC Past vs Present Cricket Match this Sunday, and we end the week with some much-needed rain.
Past few weeks at SKC
School Swimming Sports
Last Friday was School Swimming Sports Day, a highlight of the school year.
Great job to everyone who participated in the day's events!
Special thanks to our photographers Sasha Slee, Sophia Mawson, and Lorena Marshall for their fantastic work 📸
House Relays
On Wednesday 21st February we had our annual house relays.
The weather was brilliant, making for a fantastic afternoon.
Thanks, Mr Mawson, for the 📸s
School Notices
- This is a friendly reminder that if students have appointments during the day parents and caregivers must let the office know beforehand. 03 437 1665 or 021 437 176.
- Also, students in Years 9-12 are not permitted to leave the school grounds during intervals and lunch breaks.
School Canteen - Closed Monday 18th March
We apologise for any inconvenience, but the School Canteen will be closed on Monday, March 18th.
We thank you for your understanding.
School Magazines
There is still a significant number of 2022 & 2023 School Magazines waiting to be collected from the school office.
If you have already paid for either of these yearbooks and have yet to receive them, please remind your child to pick them up from the office during break times or before/after school hours.
School Photos are in!
PhotoLife has emailed them their students' unique Key Codes so they can view and purchase 2024 School Photos online.
They are currently offering free delivery to school, but this offer will expire at midnight on Sunday, 31st March.
If they don't receive an email, please make sure to check their trash/spam folder.
School Events
Coming up this term
Thursday 21st - 22nd March - Duke of Edinburgh Hike
Tuesday 26th - 27th March - Year 12 Bike trip
Sports
SKC Past vs Present Cricket Match - THIS WEEKEND!
Please join us for the SKC Past vs. Present Cricket Match on March 17th at 1 p.m. at the Whitestone Contracting Stadium.
All Whanau and Alumni welcome.
Food and drinks will be available to purchase.
This will be in conjunction with the Helicopter Golf Ball Drop Fundraiser.
See you there!
Network Waitaki Sports Awards
SKC is incredibly proud of our superstar students, who were honoured and recognised on Monday at the 2024 Network Waitaki Sports Awards.
Current Students
St Kevin’s College Girls Trapshooters - Team of the Year.
Quinn Burge - Official in Sport
Riki Butson - Male Emerging Talent
Alumni students
Samantha Gillies - Junior Sportswoman of the Year (second year running)
Jack Andrew - Sportsman of the Year.
Oamaru Rowing Club head coach Ivan Docherty - Coach of the year.
Well done to all!
Coming up this term
Saturday 16th - 17th March - SISS Touch
Wednesday 20th March - Aoraki Athletics
Monday 18th - 23rd March - Maadi Cup
Friday 22nd - 24th March - SISS Mountain Biking
Monday 1st April - Smallbore Postal Shoot
Thursday 4th April - St Thomas exchange
Friday 5th - 7th April - SISS Athletics
Sunday 7th - 8th April - Senior Quads Gore
Rugby
Rugby Registrations are now open.
If your son or daughter has not yet registered, please register at this link to register
We are also looking for people to coach the boys under 16.5 team and another coach for the girls under 15 team. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact Justin Fowler at jfowler@stkevins.school.nz
Art and Cultural Events
Coming up this term
Thursday 21st - 22nd March - Duke of Edinburgh Hike
Thursday 28th March - Sponsor a child mufti day
2024 National Youth Art Awards
The National Youth Art Awards entries will be open on 11 March.
This award and exhibition are attended by schools throughout Aotearoa, and over 300 students and young artists entered.
A new drawing prize has also been added this year, so there is plenty of opportunity and choice for any artist between 13 and 25 years old in 3 age categories.
Below is the entry form, with all the details.
Public Holidays
Monday 25th March - Otago Anniversary
Friday 29th March - Good Friday
Sunday 31st March - Easter Sunday
Monday 1st April - Easter Monday
Tuesday 2nd April - Easter Tuesday
Guidelines for Attitude to Learning
General philosophy.
The purpose of ATL feedback is so that parents and students can have real time information about how students are engaging in each subject.
The overarching objective should be to have ‘no surprises’ for caregivers.
ATL numbers should cover how students are working generally in relation to:
How they are developing the habits of an independent life long learner.
This means:
Teachers will be providing opportunities within classes for independent, differentiated learning opportunities.
ATLs will be used with the Junior reports. This will require additional weight to be given to ATL, meaning that periodically, a curriculum statement will be added to the ATL report. At the end of Term 1, the focus will be on setting goals and identifying learning challenges for the students so that we head things off before they become a problem.
Comments.
These should be specific and address immediate concerns or celebrate recent, specific achievements.
These should provide caregivers the opportunity to be able to participate in supporting their student.
These should be brief and accurate.
Only be provided for immediate and relevant issues.
What ATL’s are NOT.
They are not a method for punishing a student.
They are not a forum for diagnosing medical or learning issues e.g. suggesting a student is dyslexic
They are not a place for long term guidance such as large general statements about learning.
They are not a report which you must feel compelled to write every fortnight.
They are not a replacement for Dean involvement, discussions with HoF’s, phone calls to parents etc.
They are not a ‘restorative chat’.
School TV
Bullying
Bullying is an ongoing or repeated misuse of power in relationships with the intention to cause deliberate psychological harm. Bullying behaviours can be verbal, physical or social. It can happen in person or online via various digital platforms and devices and can be obvious or hidden. Bullying in any form or for any reason can have immediate, medium and long-term effects on those involved, including bystanders.
Despite the efforts made to reduce bullying behaviours, the research tells us that one in four students still report being bullied every few weeks. However, not all negative behaviour should be considered bullying. The key difference is that bullying does not stop on its own. It’s important young people learn how to identify behaviours that are rude, behaviours that are mean, and behaviours that are related to bullying.
Often the reasons for bullying can be complex. Some young people do it to get approval from others, some do it to regain control, whilst others may do it because it makes them feel safe. Supporting young people as they work through their emotions will help them unpack the motivation and reason behind the behaviour.
In this edition of SchoolTV, caregivers can better understand why some young people engage in bullying behaviours and what to do to support a child experiencing it.
We hope you take time to reflect on the information in this edition of SchoolTV. If you have any concerns about your young person, please contact their Dean or Esther, our Student Advocate, for further information or seek medical or professional help.
https://stkevins.nz.schooltv.me/newsletter/bullying
Fundraising Events
Hungry Horse Cafe - Te Tgakau Nui (SKC Home and School) Fundraiser
Hungry Horse - a cafe run at the Oamaru Race Course
We need helpers for the Hungry Horse on the following dates:
Sunday 24th March 10 am -6 pm.
Students are welcome to help for Service Hours.
If you can provide support please let Sam Growcott know -0212931158 or email tengakaunui@stkevins.school.nz.
Community Events/Notices
Weston School Rogaine
A family-friendly team event similar to orienteering but with a twist. You design your own course to suit your ambitions and abilities. Collect as many checkpoints as you can within the timeframe.
Saturday, April 6th, 2024
Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/weston-school-rogaine-tickets-843455808027
Follow updates on our Weston School Rogaine Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/WestonSchoolRogaine
Oamaru Bricktopia Show 2024
The Oamaru Bricktopia Show, the third LEGO Show to be held in the area, will be on April 13th and 14th, the first weekend of the school holidays. This year, the show will be held in the Scottish hall.
We run a LEGO building competition for children, and we encourage them to create something to display at the show, and they could win a LEGO prize. Details are attached on the poster.
There will be LEGO activities for kids and adults, as well as a display of LEGO models and wonderful creations from exhibitors.
This is a charity event, and the proceeds will go to the Oamaru Mental Health Support Charitable Trust.
Herbert Forest Walking Tracks Open Day
Sunday 21st April
Guided Walks through Swallows and Podocarp Tracks (1-4hrs)
Bring water, snacks, and sturdy footwear or boots.
Meet at 10 a.m. at the Middle Ridge Rd/Queens Rd junction in Herbert Forest.
Follow the signs from the SH I Breakneck Rd turnoff.
North Otago Tramping and Mountaineering Club Inc.
Talk Teeth
Is your TEEN now at High School?
From Year 9, your Teen will see a local Dental Provider for their dental care in Otago.
This remains FREE until they turn 18, even if they have left school.
21st Century Life Skills
This unique programme is designed to cultivate essential Life Skills
Open to 13-19 year olds.
April 20th-21st, 2024, at The Business Hive.
For more information and to register, go to https://amandafleming.co.nz/21stc-register.
Recycle a Device workshop
Recycle a device teaches valuable tech skills to refurbish laptops for whanau то keep.
Saturday 16 March, 9 - 3 pm
Scottish Hall, Tyne Street,
Oamaru
Repair Cafes - March
Are you a qualified electrician?
Can you fix bikes, mend clothes, sharpen tools, fix jewellery or do general repairs on woodwork, furniture or other household items?
Or are you just passionate about the right to repair and would like to help at a great community connection event?
To register your interest, email:
Musac Edge portal and app guide
We have an updated guide on how to use the Edge caregiver portal/app that allows you to view school information about your child(ren), and to pay school bills online if your school supports this. The portal & app gives you quick and easy access to the information for the children in your care and can receive announcements and notifications from the school. Please view the guide here
Got any News to Share?
We love celebrating our students' success. Photos are always a bonus; please email these as Facebook messenger compresses the quality!
Please let me know via email any relevant news we could share - srees@stkevins.school.nz
You can follow St Kevin's College on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube
Have a great weekend!
Ngā mihi
Shane Rees
Communications and Events