John Paul College, Rotorua Whitworth Road, Rotorua. www.jpc.school.nz Ph: 07 3478 795 Fx: 07 3461 271

A WEEKLY NEWSLETTER FOR THE JOHN PAUL COLLEGE COMMUNITY Term 3, Issue 23 22nd July 2019

“One Heart, One Commitment, One Life”

Dear Parents/ Caregivers Tēnā koutou katoa, ni hao, konnichiwa, good afternoon, I wish to take this opportunity to thank Maree Stewart for taking up the Acting Principal role during my absence in term 2. She has done an excellent job leading the school with it being a good shape for the remainder of the year. I very much enjoyed my sabbatical including the opportunity to visit other schools learning best practice. My visit also reassured me that by comparison John Paul College is a high performing school with excellent students, hard-working staff, superior facilities and effective governance. The enrolment process was completed earlier this year for a number valid reasons. We have sent out acceptance letters for 2020. A number of prospective parents have notified us that they were caught out by the earlier enrolment timeline and have not made an application. On this basis we acknowledge the issue and the school is prepared to accept applications until the end of August 2019. Please contact Sue Rowles, the Enrolment Secretary, as soon as possible if you wish your child to be considered for a place at John Paul College in 2020.

Term Three “The Serious End Of Business For Seniors”. We effectively have 10 weeks left for our students in Years 11 to 13 to complete the syllabus, assignments and prepare for external exams early in Term 4. The key driver for staff this term, including teachers and Dean's, will be ensuring that every student is on track to achieve NCEA levels 1, 2 and 3. Please give the staff at John Paul College your full support and cooperation to ensure the success of your child. This includes following up at home that they are completing their homework, reviewing paid employment and putting in place a study timetable. The following extract from a newsletter at St Pauls College, Hamilton, contains key sentiments that we would like parents and students take on board at JPC. Vaping is the use of an electronic cigarette (e-cig) or vaporizer (vape) to deliver nicotine, marijuana and/or other chemicals to the body. Vape contains liquid chemicals (e-juice), along with a mechanism to heat those chemicals in a very small device. They come in many styles (see the information attached which provides photos of what they look like and some of the vapes that have been confiscated from our students over Term 2). Vapes heat the chemicals to create an aerosol form of those chemicals that get delivered into the body and often into the environment. Vaped chemicals enter the lungs, bloodstream and brain within seconds. The user can often have a feeling of light-headedness, dizziness or experience a rush or high, which may set off cravings for more. Purchasing or possessing a vape (with nicotine additives) under 18 years of age is illegal, but in New Zealand, in its poorly legislated position over vapes, there is little regulation or control. Many of our students are buying vapes online and just ticking the box on the order form online agreeing that they are 18 years of age (even if they are not). There is no real proof of age required. Australia, in contrast, does not allow vape shops – you can only buy online, it is illegal to vape in public/out on the street/in a vehicle where children are present. Given that this is a new product, there is little definitive medical research on the long term health risks. Early indications are that it may have a potential impact on asthma and lung issues and it is uncertain of the impact of unwittingly introducing artificial chemicals into the body. Some of our students have informed us when questioned that they are concerned about the addictive nature of using vapes and have asked for assistance in helping them with this issue. It is important that you talk to your son/daughter about the potential impact of vaping on their future health/sporting performance. For us as a school, we will continue to treat vaping at school in the same way as we deal with students who use cigarettes. God bless Patrick Walsh

Principal

UNIFORM SHOP HOURS MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS

8.00AM-2.00PM TERM TIME ONLY JPC ON-LINE UNIFORM SHOP

You can purchase the school uniform via our website, just click on the Uniform Shop button on the

home page at http://jpc.school.co.nz/uniform-shop Select your items, pay on line with your credit card and then print out the receipt to pick up the uniform

from the school uniform shop. If you are unsure of the size, select the closest and

this can be changed when the item is picked up. All queries please email uniform@jpc.school.nz.

EVENTS CALENDAR JULY 22nd TERM 3 commences 24th Senior report evening 3.30-6pm 27th Senior Ball 29-2/8 Speech NZ Exams 30/31 Year 9 Retreat AUGUST 1st Get2Go Junior Australian Maths Competition 2nd Year 13 Parish Mass 4-6th Yr 13 Geography Trip 7th Year 9 Retreat 8/9th Yrs 12/13 Drama Production 9th Sports photos 12th NZ Hospitality Champs 14th Canterbury Course Planning 15th Whole School Mass 16/17th Chanel Shield 19&27 Y10 Careers/Option Choices Session 21st CBoP Amazing race Yrs 7/8 21-28 Prelim Exams 26th Teacher Only Day 28th Waikato Uni Course Planning 29th Otago Uni Course Planning 31-8/9 NZSS Winter Sports Week SEPTEMBER 2/3 Rockclimbing competition 3rd ICAS Dgt 5th ICAS Science 8-13th AIMS Games 10th ICAS Writing 11th Option Evening 12th CAT Algebra Yr 12 Parish Mass 14th Signum Fidei Anniversary Celebration 16-20th 1769 Week 17th ICAS English Victoria Uni Course Planning 19th ICAS Maths 25th Yr 7 Careers Dress Up Day Dancing With The Staff 6.30-10.00pm 26th Senior Reports Issued 27TH Teacher Only Day

Directed by Gabrielle Thurston, John Paul College drama production of “Our Town” is a 1938 metatheatrical three-act play by American playwright Thornton Wilder. It tells the story of the fictional American small town of Grover's Corners between 1901 and 1913 through the everyday lives of its citizens. The three acts include Daily life, Love and Marriage, and Death and Eternity. The two performances will be on Friday, August 9 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, August 10 2:00 pm and will take place at Casa Blanca Theatre, 122 Riri Street, Mangakakahi, Rotorua. Tickets will be available in the John Paul College accounts office. Adult tickets cost $15 and student tickets cost $10. Because of the limited number of shows, come in quick and get your tickets now to see the spectacular young cast.

“Children outgrowing their uniforms?” The PTA are welcoming donations of used

uniforms in good condition for their next sale.

Please bring your donations to the main reception. Thank you

PTA 2nd HAND UNIFORM SALES DATES

to coincide with Summer uniform changeover dates will be

announced in the newsletter

Are you wanting a blazer next year? if so please place your order now so they will be ready to collect at the start of the 2020. A $100 deposit is required when you place your order at the Uniform Shop.

Preventing Measles at the Anchor AIMS Games: Advice from the Bay of Plenty Medical Officer of Health

There is a measles outbreak affecting several areas of New Zealand with more than 280 confirmed cases reported so far this year. The upcoming Anchor AIMS Games in Tauranga will be bringing many people together from around the country and from overseas, and so it is important that you are aware of what to do to reduce the risk of getting measles and of spreading measles. Measles symptoms Measles is a highly infectious disease and can be more serious than many people realise. Symptoms include fever, cough, red eyes and a runny nose, and then a rash which develops after about three days. Complications can include ear infections, pneumonia, and, more rarely, encephalitis (brain inflammation). About one in ten people with measles need to be hospitalised.

What you can do before the Anchor AIMS Games The best measles prevention is the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine which is free for everyone in New Zealand. The first dose of MMR vaccine is usually given at 15 months of age and the second dose at four years of age. People born before 1 January 1969, when the vaccine was introduced in New Zealand, do not need the MMR vaccination. They are almost certainly immune as almost everyone got measles prior to the vaccine being available.

All students, and any adults born after 1 January 1969, who will be attending the Anchor AIMS Games should check that they have been immunised. Anyone who is not fully immunised (that is, has had two doses of the MMR vaccination) and was born after 1 January 1969, should see their doctor or practice nurse to get immunised as soon as possible. It takes up to two weeks after being vaccinated to gain full protection.

MMR vaccination is very effective in preventing measles. Approximately 90-95% of those who have had one dose of MMR vaccine are protected and having two doses mean you have a 99% chance of being protected. Anyone who is not immunised, and who has been in contact with someone with confirmed measles in the two weeks prior to the Anchor AIMS Games, should not attend the event.

During the week of the Anchor AIMS Games To ensure the wellbeing of the participants at the Anchor AIMS Games, and to ensure that the event does not inadvertently facilitate the spread of measles, please note the following: • Anyone with measles will be required to stay away from the Anchor AIMS Games (and other sporting events and school) for seven days from the appearance of the rash and until recovery, or as advised by the local Medical Officer of Health. • Anyone born after 1 January 1969 who is not immunised and has contact with someone found to have measles may be required to stay away from the Anchor AIMS Games (and other sporting events and school) for 14 days from the last contact with the sick person. For more information about measles and measles prevention in the Bay of Plenty please see: https://www.toiteora.govt.nz/measles.

Anchor AIMS Games, and to ensure that the event does not inadvertently facilitate the spread of measles, please note the following:

• Anyone with measles will be required to stay away from the Anchor AIMS Games (and other sporting events and school) for seven days from the appearance of the rash and until recovery, or as advised by the local Medical Officer of Health. • Anyone born after 1 January 1969 who is not immunised and has contact with someone found to have measles may be required to stay away from the Anchor AIMS Games (and other sporting events and school) for 14 days from the last contact with the sick person.

Visit the Anchor AIMS Games website for Health and Safety information and updates!

congratulations To our achievers – well done!

JPC COLLECTING FOR THE SVDP FOOD BANK We try to donate things like tinned meal foods, spreads, biscuits, crackers, drink sachets, heat and eat meals in packets etc All food items donated earn 20 house points per item or 100 house points per 4 items. I hope you can help the Food Bank.

Mrs G Cook Teacher in Charge E: Gillian.cook@jpc.school.nz

Congratulations to Hannah Seo who entered the 2019 pianoforte competition held in Hamilton at the University of Waikato, Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts on the 7th of July. Lots of performers came from a range of communities and cultural backgrounds. Hannah competed in the following 3 classes to win the Betty Dunbar Cup (Age 13 years), she received two 1st places (Baroque and Own Selection) and one 2nd place (20th-21st Century/2nd) and won the Betty Dunbar Cup.

Submitted by parent

WiE CAN Following the success of our inaugural WiE CAN – Women in Engineering Residential Programme in January 2019, we’re excited to announce that WiE CAN will be back in 2020! Featuring hands-on sessions, inspiring presentations, and fun social activities, this is the perfect opportunity for Year 12 female students to explore the limitless opportunities offered in engineering. About WiE CAN Date: 19-23 January 2020 Location: College of Engineering, University of Canterbury, Christchurch (view map) Eligibility: Open to female students completing Year 12 in 2019 at a New Zealand high school. Cost: FREE! We will cover all programme, accommodation and food costs. A $100 travel grant will also be provided to anyone travelling from outside Canterbury. Applications are now open and close Friday 16 August. Spaces limited to 60 students. Go to: https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/engineering/information-for-schools/wie-can/?utm_source=edm-cas-hods-1jul&utm_medium=email&utm_term=&utm_content=intro-lnk&utm_campaign=wiecan-20&utm_nooverride=1&_cldee=Y29ubnkubHVkYXNjaGVyQGpwYy5zY2hvb2wubno%3d&recipientid=contact-7d2c70854723e8118175e0071b675c91-a234cd8fe54842c0bd935392ca548d74&esid=263b471b-929b-e911-a979-000d3ad1cc81 to apply.

NZ Artistic Skating Championship Results 2019 Rosa Hook - 1st Ladies Youth Freeskating, 1st Advanced Free dance, 1st youth quartet, 1st senior small show group Ava Hook 2nd Espoir freeskating, 1st Preliminary Ladies free dance, 1st Free pairs, 1st senior small show group. Tadhg Cameron 4th Espoir freeskating, 1st senior small show group. Isobel Todd 3rd Espoir freeskating, 2nd youth quartets All the skaters above were also part of the winning club show challenge group. Selections to represent NZ in Melbourne Rosa Hook, Ava Hook and Tadhg Cameron were all selected to represent their country at this event in October. Submitted by parent

The business end of the season is approaching fast and both JPC rugby teams are sitting in good spots, which will hopefully put them into semi-final contention. JPC 1st XV is currently second in Division 1 and has two regular season games to play against Aquinas and WHHS. Both of these games are at home and promise to be difficult encounters. The team has had the holidays to reflect and get some injuries under control and we hope to have all the team available for these games. A number of the JPC 1ST XV were named in the BOPRU U18’s training squad from which they will select the BOP Team.

Congratulations to Patrick Gillam, Haydn Benge, Dale Jacobs, Sam Lennie, Jack Dowd, Shayden Herbert, Kyle August, Luke Veltman, Nick Briggs and Keegan Coomber. Their first training session was last Friday and the selection process will start. Good Luck! JPC U14’s have three more games in their regular season, two at home. They currently sit in third place (2 points off the pace) in the championship and have a blockbuster this coming weekend against the championship leaders. They also have a game in hand and will play the other two teams in the top four in the next two weeks. Exciting times! Come along this Saturday and support our two teams in their quest to reach the finals. Saturday 27th July JPC 1st XV v Aquinas Midday @ JPC JPC U14’s v Whakatane 10.30am @ JPC Best Regards Richard Haigh 027 7773445

JPC

2019

FUNDRAISING WITHIN JOHN PAUL COLLEGE A reminder to all Coaches, Managers and Parents, if you are considering any form of fundraising, which also includes applying to Trusts, all fundraising queries must come to your teacher in charge of the sporting code or if there is no teacher in charge, Arthur Faulkner or myself. There is a fundraising form which must be completed and approved by myself and Mr Walsh before any fundraising under the JPC name can go ahead. As you can appreciate we have a lot of sporting codes within the College who are all wanting to fundraise. This must be well coordinated so first off we know about the fundraising and secondly we are not targeting the same businesses as this has previously happened. The PTA are our major fundraisers and we must work around anything they may be doing at the time as well. Please check the process with the staff member in charge of your sport and if you need any help completing the form, please be in contact and I will assist. The form is attached to this newsletter. Thank you for all you do to support our co-curricular codes within the school. Without your dedication and hours of time we could not offer our students these opportunities. Liz Lock Principal's P.A.. Liz.lock@jpc.school.nz or Arthur.faulkner@jpc.school.nz

Kia ora tātou from the Counsellors. Welcome back to term three. We hope you enjoyed the extra time with your young people over the school holidays. As students get back into the busyness of the new term, it can be easy for them to fall into the habit of looking for problems and stressors instead of focusing on all that is going well in their worlds. To this end, we have put together a “Contentment Calendar” for term three. (See below). Often our vision is clouded by our expectations. If, as a way of protecting ourselves, we have negative expectations, our mental health can be badly affected over time. The calendar below has a positive suggestion for each school day. The aim of the calendar is to help us refocus and pay attention to more of the positive things that happen around us. We hope your young people, and you, find it helpful and uplifting. Na mihi nui kia koe, Nancy Macmillan Extn 8854 nancy.macmillan@jpc.school.nz Neil Carter Extn 8808 neil.carter@jpc.school.nz

COST / PAYMENT - YEAR 8 CAMP – NOVEMBER 19th – 21st The camp will be held at Tui Ridge Park, situated at Hamurana and will run from Monday 19th to Wednesday 21st November The Year 8 Camp offers a wide range of activities for all skill levels; such as both indoor and outdoor rock climbing, abseiling, water slide, high ropes course, a giant swing, archery, flying fox, mountain biking, orienteering and Burma trail to name a few. The all-inclusive cost for camp this year is $245.00 per student. This includes transport, accommodation, food and activities. For ease of payment, parents are welcome to set up an automatic payment,

to be completed before Friday 27th September. Please note that when making payment of camp fees, it is important that you use “Yr 8 Camp” and “Insert Your Child's Name" in the reference fields so we can find your payment in the system. You will receive further information from your child, along with some documentation for you to complete, in the near future. Thank you for your support of, what will no doubt be a memorable camp experience for your child. NB: PLEASE ENSURE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESSES ARE CORRECT ON THE SYSTEM TO ENSURE YOUR RECEIVE CAMP INFORMATION. PARENTS ARE ALSO ENCOURAGED TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE JPC APP FOR UPDATES

Alpha at St Mary’s Alpha is an 11-week programme which looks at the meaning of life and faith through a Christian perspective. Our programme begins at St Mary’s on 15th August with dinner at 6.30 pm each week. After dinner we will have a short video presentation followed by small group discussions in a friendly environment. Please submit your registration form at the parish office. For any inquires email alpha.stmarys.church@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you all. Kind regards St Mary’s Alpha Team

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Registration Form for Alpha – St. Mary’s

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Address: ..........................................................................................

Email: .....................................................................

Phone: ........................... (Home) .................................(Mobile) .................................

Age (optional): .................

Where did you learn about Alpha? ................................................................

Dietary requirements (if any): ....................................................................

Please submit this registration form at the Parish office or email it to: alpha.stmarys.church@gmail.com Fr John Jolliffe’s talks of St. Luke’s Gospel Topic 1 = An overview of St. Luke’s Gospel. Topic 2 = A way of praying with Luke’s Gospel. Everyone is invited to these standalone sessions. Each session will be covered within the hour.

Main presentations in St. Mary’s Church. Topic 1 = Monday 22nd July. 10am or 7pm (repeat). Topic 2 = Monday 29th July. 10am or 7pm (repeat).

Options for an hour summary of both topics together. 1. Monday 5th August 7pm, at St. Michael’s, hosted by the Indian community.

2. Wednesday 7th August 7pm, at St. Michaels, hosted by the Filipino community.

CAREERS STAFF Sheryl Hewitson Careers Advisor E: sheryl.hewitson@jpc.school.nz Jan Thompson Careers Assistant E: jan.thompson@jpc.school.nz Rachael Hindrup Gateway Coordinator E: rachael.hindrup@jpc.school.nz

KEY DATES Open Days August 7 - Massey University Open Day - at Manawatu campus August 8 – Auckland Uni Engineering Futures Evening, Tauranga 6-8pm August 23 - Massey University Open Day - at Wellington campus August 23 - Victoria University - on campus August 24 - Massey University Open Day - at Albany campus August 31 - Auckland University Courses and Careers Day - on campus August 31 - AUT Live 2019 at City Campus, Auckland

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ UNIVERSITY COURSE PLANNING July 29th - Wintec Course Planning from 10am (Year 13s) August 7th - Auckland University Course Planning from 10am (Year 13s) August 14th - Canterbury University Course Planning from 9am (Year 13s) August 28th - Waikato University Course Planning from 9am (Year 13s) August 29th - Otago University Course Planning from 11am (Year 13s) September 17th - Victoria University Course Planning from 9am (Year 13s) September 24th - Massey University Course Planning from 9am (Year 13s)

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Being Term 3, we are in the business end of the school year as scholarship, halls of residence, apprenticeship and course enrolment information gets put out. Students and parents are advised to read our Careers page regularly here in the newsletter, and students to make sure they have joined up on the Facebook Career groups. On the JPC school web page is a Careers & Gateway section which is continually updated, and a source of good information and further links.

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GATEWAY Year 12 or 13 students interested in joining the Gateway Programme, or finding out more about what is involved, should see Rachael Hindrup (the Gateway Coordinator) in the Careers Department. Parents, there are Gateway placements available right now in a number of industries including social & community, retail, early childhood, swim teaching, lifeguarding and hospitality. Gateway is an option too for academic students, as placements can be flexible around their core subjects, allowing students to go out during study periods or holidays.

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WAIKATO UNIVERSITY : TAURANGA CAMPUS: The new campus is now open for teaching and general business. Here are some links of the new campus, courses on offer and key dates.

https://www.waikato.ac.nz/tauranga-campus/ https://www.waikato.ac.nz/tauranga-campus/project-updates https://uwt.waikato.ac.nz/study-here

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STUDYLINK

Studylink helps students make informed choices about their student finance, how to apply for it and manage it online.

Follow this link for help with what you need to do when you are starting study: https://www.studylink.govt.nz/starting-study/

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SCHOLARSHIPS LINCOLN UNIVERSITY Scholarships are now open - for next year's study. Visit http://www.lincoln.ac.nz/Lincoln-Home/Apply/Scholarships/ for more information

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ WAIKATO UNIVERSITY The regulations and the application form can be found through the link below. It is important that all potential applicants read through, and understand, the regulations of the scholarship prior to commencing the application process https://www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships/application-advice Please search using the filter on the right of the page (select 'School Leaver' & 'Undergraduate'). Please take note that the Sir Edmund Hillary is now requiring students to submit a 3 minute video in their application. https://www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships/search#!/?page=1 The University of Waikato now has a new scholarship for High Performance Athletes. The University of Waikato Professional Athletes Dual-Career Scholarship is for NZ citizens and permanent residents who will be contracted as a paid professional/semi-professional sports person to a NZ-based sports franchise/organisation for the full season/competition in 2020 and who will be enrolling in an undergraduate degree at UoW. Applications close on 31st August. Please note that this scholarship cannot be held in conjunction with the Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme. More information, including the regulations can be found through the following link; https://www.waikato.ac.nz/scholarships/s/university-of-waikato-professional-athletes-dual-career-scholarship

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ KEYSTONE STUDY AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS are available to school leavers that meet our eligibility criteria who are entering their first year of tertiary study in 2020. The Keystone scholarships are the most premium scholarships offered to students taking up studies that will bring them into the property and construction sector. The programme includes $5,000 a year for up to three years, mentoring, work opportunities and guidance along their journey. Scholarships close on the 15th August 2019. For more information on eligibility please visit the Keystone Website.

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UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YEAR 13 STUDENTS MoneyHub, a consumer finance website, has published a guide to hundreds of scholarships for any student planning to start university in 2020. The comprehensive list includes scholarships offered by every university as well as those specifically available to local students. A list of privately-funded, Maori, Pacific and International university scholarships completes the list. Applications close throughout the year, with tens of millions of dollars available. MoneyHub has also published a list of tips for scholarship success. For more details and to find suitable scholarships, visit the MoneyHub Scholarship page

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