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The ISSUE 14 THURSDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

DHS Dispatch

2013

Oral TapestriesDarfi eld Young

AchieversPages 4-6

SportPages 10-12

Darfi eld High School ColoursPages 14-15

Exam timetable and study guidePages 16-17

Win a trip to Fiji by voting for us3

Pages 8-9

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Principal’s Comments

PRINCIPAL’S AWARD

Congratulations to

Amanda Schnell and

Todd WalkerYear 11

who have each earned a Principal’s Award for being the fi rst in Year 11 to achieve

NCEA Level 1

Thank You

$870 raised

from our Mufti Day.

On Behalf of the Hornby Dental Cluster it has been a real pleasure to work at your

school. The organisation worked extremely well and the children were so well mannered, a credit to the school and their families.

We look forward to coming back next year.

Jill Brown, CDHB

One to One Computing – every student with a computer

BYOD – Bring your own device

The school is investigating the possibilities of one to one computers because we believe that we need to support the use of tools that are likely to lead to more effective learning. Our new school-wide wireless system has been up and running since the start of the term. This potentially provides wireless access to the internet for all students and staff who bring digital devices from home (BYOD). We are currently rolling access out to staff and Year 13 students with the rest of the school coming online next year. Student BYOD users will need to have a permission slip from home signed and have their device approved prior to it being connected.

There is a myth that young people are naturally good at using computers. Although most are effi cient at using applications there are many other digital skills that students need our support to develop, including:

• Keeping yourself safe online – for example the risks of posting personal information

• Digital etiquette – for example not taking and posting images of others without permission

• Online commerce - buying and selling online risks and benefi ts

• Awareness of digital crime - for example scams and copyright

• Security of devices, data and personal information

• Digital literacy – for example searching for information and determining reliability of the information found.

There are a number of challenges that the pervasive use of digital devices at school presents. These include dilemmas such as:

• How do we best teach the skills listed above?

• What do we do when most students bring a computer but a few don’t? Will those without be able to participate fully? Will

a computer become part of the required’ stationery’?

• Most teachers are regular users of computers for administration but don’t necessarily have the experience to use them as a tool that all learners have in class. We need to be building the confi dence and skills of teachers with how to support the use of the devices that students bring.

• The school does not have the desire or resources to provide technical support for every student device.

• Students will have a computer that can communicate via email and skype but we don’t allow use of mobile phones.

• Should we turn off internet at lunchtime to encourage ‘normal’ social activities and physical activities and getting some sun and fresh air?

• Will students lose other important skills (eg hand writing) or will these skills become less important in the future (writing has been a widely held skill only in the last 150 years)?

The potential for one to one computing is exciting, however these dilemmas create uncertainty as we work through them. Some have easy answers; it will take us many years to fi nd the best solutions for others.

The following sponsorship grants have been received by the school. Thank you to MacKenzie Trust for the $4245 for use by the Rural College and also to North Canterbury Farmers Trust for $4881.73 which has enabled the purchase of three Stihl chainsaws and safety equipment for the Rural College and OE students.

Thank You

James Morris

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SUCCESS

Congratulations to Cat Tijsen, inaugural winner of the Support Staff Award!

This is why she earned the award:

“Since Cat has been working at Darfi eld High School, the organisation of equipment and chemicals has hit a new high standard and she is now organising our practical equipment as well. This is in addition to all the other jobs we expect her to do. We are lucky to have someone as qualifi ed, enthusiastic and caring as Cat.” Remco Baars

The award was announced at this week’s Support Staff meeting. Cat was also presented with a certifi cate and a $20 Darfi eld Bakery voucher. An award will be made once a term from among nominations received from teaching staff.

Cat Tijsen, Science Technician

ICAS Spelling Certifi cates were awarded this week to

Year 7 students Ellsie Coles, Alex McGregor and Andrea Pateman for achieving Credit standard and to Kate Morris for achieving Distinction in this Exam. Congratulations.

Our Kind of Paradise

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The Senior Students’ Art Exhibition opened at the Selwyn Gallery last Friday evening. As our Year 13 students begin to look beyond school and the inevitable leaving of some personal memories of Paradise while at Darfi eld, their artworks were gathered together in a showcase of skill.

The students’ elegant artworks exuded a professional and quiet confi dence in their execution, while much of the content could be seen as dealing with the different forms and dilemmas that Paradise generates. Hard work and pride were evident in the work and refl ect the effort put in by the students.

Special thanks to the Malvern Community Arts Council for their continued support of the arts, to Jan Mitchell, our loyal Arts Co-ordinator, for her care in presenting the work so well, and to Helen and Lauren Humphreys for their most appreciated and delectable crostini.

The exhibition runs until 12 September 2013, Tuesday to Sunday from 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Lauren Stewart from World vision with our WV leaders. This year DHS is helping to feed 628 children in Bougainville with the money we raised. Well done to you all!


Year 7

Jessica WoodTriathlon team and individualDuathlon team; Hockey teamMaggi Cook Off

Zoe SpinksAlways kind and stands up for othersFriendly and helpfulStage Challenge; Winter Tournament; Maggi Cook Off

Kate MorrisSchool councillor; Peer mediation; UkuleleCantamaths; ICAS and Spelling competitionsWell organised and willing to help othersHas school spirit

Charlie BassettBackstage crew in ProductionLunchtime sports competitionSportsmanship Certifi cateEntered all ICAS competitionsMalvern School of Music bandMalvern Football; Sheffi eld Tennis Club

Mya ReidTreats all with kindness and equality; goes out of her way to help a student with special needsAbove and beyond expectations of a Year 7 student

Logan SeawardHas school spiritHelps othersSchool councillor

Hester TroloveHas school spirit; Helpful to othersAthletics Rep; Maggi Cook Off; Stage ChallengeGives up lunchtimes to help others

Jemma DalleyStage Challenge; Maggi Cook OffQuadrangular tournamentPositive, non-judgemental attitude

Darfield Young Achievers 2013and a summary of the reasons for their selection…

Will GreensladeExcellent attitude to learning; helpfulCricket and Rugby repHas school spirit

Beowulf ScottHelpful; supports others in class with IT

Year 8Jodie RollingsVolunteers at riding school for the disabledCommunity theatre member; Stage Challenge; Production; Piano lessons; Peer mediator; Maggi Cook Off

Ben HuntSchool council leader; Editor of class newspaper and WeekenderFootball team; Guitar lessons; Speech fi nalistGood friend and classmate

Caleb BanksPeer mediatorBasketball; Rugby; Triathlon; Quadrangular tournamentLiteracy quiz; Shave for a Cure; Maggi Cook OffHelpful in class

Jamin BaarsHelpful to others in classLibrarian; Backstage in Production

Caleb TaylorConsistently good attitude; good friend and classmateSpeech fi nalist; Milo cricket team; winter tournament; Class Worker of the Term

Harry BamptonSchool councillor Rep in triathlon, cross country and duathlonTakes extra responsibilities in classroomRole model

Elyse KerrPeer mediator; Eco Club; Speech winner; Art club; school councillor; International student buddy Stage Challenge; Maggi Cook off

Esther BlainLibrarian; Stage ChallengePeer Mediation; Netball team

Niamh RayneSchool councillor; Peer mediatorEquestrian; Spelling Quiz; Stage ChallengeLibrarian; Young Leaders’ Day

Katie SharpPeer mediator; Librarian; Stage ChallengeYoung Leaders’ Day; Peter Blake ScholarshipNetball team

Jayden HannPeer mediator; Maggi Cook OffQuadrangular tournament; Football team

Adriana CornelissenBMX World ChampsSupportive role model; Leadership

Hunter BenbowLeadership and involvementJazz Band

Willow TroloveInvolvement in sportsSchool councillor; class leader

Josh DillonJazz Band; Football teamCantamaths; works well in class

Year 9Eloise DanceStage Challenge; Cricket; Speech FinalistCoach primary netball team; Captain Darfi eld Senior C netball teamBaptist Church youth group; checks on elderly neighboursVery helpful; positive attitude to learning


Brogan BaldwinInclusive and helpful; role model; helps others who are strugglingSchool rep skiing; Cantamath; ScoutsMaths and English competitions

Lauren HumphriesStage Challenge; Wearable Arts; Music lessonsProduction soloistEnglish and Maths competitionsVery helpful; Great attitude

James DohertyPrincipal’s award for attitude to learning; helps student with special needsMotocross rep; role modelSI Athletics champ and two school records

Robert BamptonSeveral Dean’s awards; Production backstageClaybird team; peer mediator; librarianAlways volunteers to help

Henry OakleyHolds door open for entire class; always smiling and polite; keen to learn and do things wellLeading role in SPEC productionAsks questions and takes time to do a good job

Rosa MillarEquestrian team; Netball teamInclusive; role model

Chelsea WilsonSchool councillor; peer mediator; Girls’ Resilience programmeNetball team; equestrian team; runner-up Athletics champVery helpful

Leigh WaltersBrass and string groups; Production bandICAS competitions; runner-up triathlonGreat attitude

Isaac ProudPeer mediator; school councillor; Shave for a Cure; Athletics champion; Cross country champ; Rugby teams; 1st triathlon; Canterbury road raceMaths competitionSaxophone and clarinet lessons; Jazz band

Gus ThomasPeer mediator; school councillor

Rugby teams; runner-up swimming champLooks out for welfare of others

Year 10Maddie TaskerStage Challenge; Hip hop leaderVolleyball; club netball; open water and advanced diving; set up volleyball team for Years 9 & 10Sheffi eld School Hall volunteer; 40-hour Famine

Grace LemonStage Challenge; Peer mediatorVolleyball team; Netball team – school and clubNetball umpire and coach for school and clubTennis for school and clubPositive and inclusive

Emily de RooyOrganiser Years 9 and 10 SocialHip hop leader; Netball rep; Softball repRole model; aims for excellence

Alexis SutherlandProduction leadership and outstanding performanceHelpful, encouraging, motivatingHip hop teacher; role model; Gymnastics rep

Lilian StottSchool councillor; Rock Band; Jazz BandHockey teamHelpful, enthusiastic, friendly

Lucy Wilson Jazz Band; Rock BandAssistant coach Kirwee netball

Megan KelkProduction leadership and signifi cant contribution Stage Challenge; hip hop leaderPeer mediator; school councillor

Bailey CampbellHelpful and motivated; role modelOrganiser of Years 9 and 10 SocialBus monitor; Canterbury referee; school assistant referee; 1st TriathlonSchool councillor

Edward SearleRunner-up Athletics champ; rep in road race, cross country; rugby teams for school and club1st TriathlonJazz Band

Bobby WrightRugby teams; Claybird; 2nd Triathlon

Ellen WaltersJazz Band; Production Band; Piano lessons2nd Triathlon

Emma GriggSaxophone and Clarinet lessons; Jazz Band; String group; Production bandICAS Science competition; Peer mediatorRunner-up swimming

Courtney TownsendNetball umpire for school and club

Regan CornelissenBMX World Champs; Grass Kart team

Anna HurstNetball team; Netball umpire; Volleyball

Kathryn BarnhillSt John’s cadet; studying for Duke of Edinburgh Award; Indoor bowls; Jazz BandHockey team; works at WestmarAlways the fi rst to volunteer

Year 11 Emelia Todd-ListerPeer mediator; role model; Jazz BandRep at computer seminars and clothing workshop at UC

Darfield Young Achievers 2013


Jordan WatsonDesign, management and operation of Production lighting and technical crewVery valuable helper around the school – electrical set-up, assembliesRole model; Stage Challenge

Josh Cook0800 Voice leader; Peer support; Peer mediator Eco club; French cookingFrench exchange and buddy to French studentRole model

Sarah BakerProduction leadership and signifi cant contribution Year 10 prefect 2012; Upholds school values and expectations; Peer mediator and trainerMember of school string group which played carols to the elderly and at Hororata ChurchDedicated and disciplined

Brock HattonProduction leadership and outstanding performance; Stage Challenge; House singingStudent rep on Malvern Community Board

George WatsonEco club; Assembly speaker; Role model ICAS top student; endurance sport

Ciara RayneKind, considerate, role model; Peer mediator Eco club; Equestrian; Athletics rep; Pony Club Club netball and tennis

Brie GulleryNZ rep gymnastSupportive of peers; Strives for excellenceYears 9 and 10 social organiserPainting for PTSA

Tim LoganEco club; environmental research in own time

Amanda SchnellWorks well in class; initiator of AgteenHockey team organiser; fundraiser

Year 12Chevonn WalkerStage Challenge organiser and

choreographerPositive relationships with younger studentsPeer support; friendly to all; great attitudeVolunteered to be an endometriosis spokesperson

Preston KerrSchool council; role model; Youth ForumHockey referee for school and clubBasketball team; Triathlon and Cross Country

Kate MederStage Challenge; Peer support; Peer mediator Emerging Leader ConferenceCaptain Selwyn netball rep teamYouth Leader Baptist Church Involved in youth leadership trainingCompassionate, sincere, selfl ess, supportiveTriathlon and swimming

Laura DancePeer support; Primary netball coachJunior leader at church and involved in leadership training; student reporter at Malvern NewsChecks on elderly neighboursClub netball; triathlon; swimming

Danielle BarnhillCaring and concerned for all; Peer mediatorWorks at Westmar and enjoys interaction with the residents

Lachlan MarshallHelpful to other students; buddies up with international studentsAn asset in the DTG classroom

Year 13Calum GrayRole model; Selwyn Youth MPStudent Trustee 2012

Gordana RoddenLeadership of Shave for a CureHead Prefect; Role modelFully involved in cultural activities

Genevieve JebsonWorld Vision; Peer mediator; PrefectProduction and Stage Challenge; Leadership courses; Formal committeeNetball player and umpire; Club tennisArt Exhibition assistant organiser and winnerSteward at Malvern and Little River A & P shows

Michaela WoolfStage Challenge leadership, organisation and facilitation; House Leader; Prefect; role modelFully involved in cultural activities

Rosie ForbesOutstanding leader; role modelStage Challenge leadership, organisation and facilitation

Tom de RooyLeadership of Shave for a Cure; Head Prefect

Henry OliverStudent rep on Malvern Community BoardWorld Vision leader; peer mediator0800 Voice Leader

Courtney QuigleyPeer mediator; Stage ChallengeYears 7 and 9 Camp helper; assists Year 7 class

Hannah WilsonPrefect; role modelHighly motivated sportsperson

Congratulations to you all.

Watch this space for news on The Big Day Out.

Darfield Young Achievers 2013


On Friday 23 August, during Outdoor Ed, we had a Skype conference with Stu Barr from Goodnature Traps. He explained to us how they work and answered some of the students’ questions. This is a New Zealand company developing these traps. We have 10 of them up in the Craigieburn Range trapping possums for our study protecting the native mistletoe.

Stu Barr from Goodnature Traps

Saving the Mistletoe

During October, Darfi eld High School has two short-term tour groups coming to visit for two and a half weeks. We have 23 girls coming from Kagoshima

Japan, and 14 students coming from Thailand.

The groups overlap and so we are in need of a number of new host families, especially those able to host female students (particularly those families

who have girls attending this school).

These groups both have a history of being fantastic

students! There is a set payment made to host families

per student.

If you are willing to host one/two of these students please

contact Sarah ASAP.

Phone here at school or 021 860 533 or email

sarah@darfi eld.school.nz

A Plea from the International Department

We wish to apologise for the inability to communicate with our service recently. This was due to a technical problem with our telephone system. This issue has now been fi xed and we are back up and running. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience that this has caused you.

Kind regards

Tots 2 Tweenies

There are still some NCEA fees outstanding from some students. This is jeopardising their ability to gain credits. NZQA withholds results for students who have not paid. The deadline for payment was yesterday. If you have not paid, you need to contact Shona immediately on 03 318 8411 or email her shona@darfi eld.school.nz to discuss.

On Wednesday 28 August, for their internal assessment, the Year 12 Drama class performed their devised pieces to an invited audience of their friends and family. The performances were created in the style of Epic theatre, a form of Political theatre, and explored the theme of “social injustice”. The class performed to a high standard and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the performances.

Devising Drama

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Oral Tapestries

The lights rose on the annual Oral Tapestries Competition on Thursday 22 August, as our MC for the evening, Michaela Woolf, took centre stage to welcome us to what promised to be, and indeed was, a fabulous evening of oral prowess. Our judges for the evening, accomplished public speakers themselves, Mrs Melissa Jebson and Mr Panos Tsavousis, with pencils poised were set for an evening of hard competition.

We were transported from messy bedrooms to the courtroom, from bad food and the existence of Nessie to modern heroes and most thought-provoking topics, such as Water Pollution to the Real Kiwi man, New Zealand identity. Parents and supporters alike returned home with plenty of food for thought and certain in the knowledge that there is a way through.

The top three speakers from each year level took to the fl oor to entertain, inform, delight and persuade us and on every count they did not disappoint.

A thoroughly entertaining evening.

ResultsYear 7: 1st Kate Morris, 2nd Brooke Steele, 3rd Brooklyn Scott

Year 8: 1st Katie Sharp, 2nd Jodie Rollings, 3rd Elyse Kerr

Year 9: 1st Sophie Bucknell, 2nd Tom Wilson, 3rd Hannah Marchant

Year 10: 1st Lucy Wilson, 2nd Lilian Stott, 3rd Ellen Walters

Year 11: 1st James Cider, 2nd George Watson, 3rd Ella Pearce

Year 12: 1st Marie Pothoff, 2nd Samantha Redmond, 3rd Holly McLauchlan

Year 13: 1st Gordana Rodden, 2nd Caitlin Brooks, 3rd Calum Gray

Overall winner for Jebson Trophy for best public speaker in the school - Sophie Bucknell

Pictured below: Mr Panos Tsavousis and Mrs Melissa Jebson. Below right: Michaela Woolf and Right: Overall winner, Sophie Bucknell


It was the Country Semi-fi nal and not only did we have the weather for it but the boys put on their best game and Darfi eld had a good win. The Milo Cricket team, comprising Toby Gross, Sam Clark, Toby Kars, Jesse Frew, Ryan Hughes, Mitchell Baird, Will Greenslade, Sam Francis, Caleb Taylor, Samuel Rolands, Ethan Taylor, Jehosua Muiznieks and Brodie Wanhalla (absent), continued their winning streak. They restricted Rolleston to 48 runs and

took eight wickets. The highest run maker for Rolleston was Cameron who made 19 before being caught and bowled by Toby Gross who also took the wicket from Ben. Will Greenslade also took two wickets and the remaining wickets were shared amongst the Darfi eld bowlers.

Darfi eld’s opening pair, Jesse and Toby K, batted well and scored 51 from 8.3 overs, therefore winning the game. Jesse scored 19, including one 4 and Toby K scored 25, including four 4s.

Darfi eld won easily with plenty of overs to spare and all their

wickets intact and it was sporting of Rolleston to continue bowling to give Darfi eld some batting practice.

Now on to the fi nals against Southbrook being played this week. Milo Cricket, traditionally a summer sport has seen these boys donning their cricket whites in between games of rugby in order to ensure the competition meets its fi nish date. But the boys are in great shape and, fi ngers crossed their winning streak continues.

Darfi eld win sees the Milo Cricket team into the Country Finals

Another win for Darfi eld.

Darfi eld batted well and scored 116 runs, losing only two wickets. Their top scorer was Ryan who scored 28, however Darfi eld were assisted by extras - 29 in total.

Southbrook were all out for 32 and there were overs to spare. Darfi eld bowled well; seven of the opposition were out without scoring and their highest scoring batsman was Angus who scored 11.

Jesse and Toby G were the pick of Darfi eld’s bowlers, Jesse taking 4 wickets for 3 and Toby 3 for 0.

... and another win makes the Playoff Match Secure


Jesse Wood19th Laura Gough18th Jake Curle 16th Henry Freeman 6th

Mt Cheeseman School Ski Racing Championships

On Friday 30 August, the senior girls’ basketball team set out to face Villa Maria in the fi nal of the season. Having beaten Riccarton in our semi-fi nal the previous Friday and sitting at the top of the table, we held high hopes for the game. When the ball was tossed and the game began, the team really stepped up, using our skills to run the game. The girls played extremely well and, thanks to our fi erce defence, we came out with a win of 43-13. I would like to thank Mr Gough and Mr Mckenzie for giving up their time to coach us this season and leading us to this awesome victory. A special mention also to all of our supporters throughout the season: your encouragement was much appreciated.

Sarah McMillan

Tune in or set to record...

Erin Simpson Show, 4.30pm TV2 on Friday 13 SeptemberMaking her television debut, Brie Gullery was contacted via our offi ce and asked to attend Whitebait TV studios this week.

Arriving on Tuesday afternoon and performing her favourite routine, the Hoop, which she accomplished in just a single take, Brie had time to answer some of Erin’s questions and also to teach her how to throw a hoop like a professional. Brie was back home and relaxing in plenty of time for tea.

Brie had a great time, “it was such an awesome experience and has given me the taste for TV!” she said.

For now the focus is on New Zealand Nationals in October, we wish her all the very best of luck!

Erin Simpson with Brie Gullery.


Competing at Ellesmere Secondary School Shoot on Sunday 25 August were Robert Bampton, William Benbow, Harry Cart, Josh Muiznieks and our super sub from Darfi eld Primary, Ben Sharp. They shot in

Shooting StarsWhat an awesome team to accompany and watch play their games. Over the past fi ve weeks, I have had the pleasure, and I say that with great satisfaction, to have been able to watch and support the DHS Football team. I came away from their fi rst game with a grin as broad as that of a Cheshire cat, and I ended the season with as broad a smile as the aforementioned cat.

This team of players has shown excellence with ball skills, playing capabilities, sportsmanship and camaraderie. I take off my hat to Will Gross and Kento Dogin for their fantastic leadership and the team

three events. The fi rst was 10 targets using double barrel, the second was 15 target point score which is three points for single barrel, two for double barrel and 0 for a miss. And the third round is 10 target single barrel. The students were divided into two grades, A for those who have shot in competition for a year or more and B for less than one year.

Josh got 9/10 and second place in the fi rst round. Harry, Ben and William had to shoot off against each other after getting 8/10 and fi nished third, fourth and fi fth respectively. Josh also fi nished second in the fi nal round, the single barrel, with 8/10. Robert, who shot in the A grade, was unplaced but still managed 9/10 in the single barrel.

Rosalie Kerr

support shown to these two boys by the team over these games.

I was with them for fi ve of their games which resulted in a draw, one loss and three wins. Who can but smile at these stats, aye? Big ups to the boys for fi ve weeks of entertaining football and coming 3rd equal in the competition. Ka nui te mihi koutou ma. Tino kino kē! Same terms - Yahooooeee!!!

Koka

Soccer Satisfaction

The South Island Young Rider Camp, held last weekend at McLeans Island, sees only 20 young Pony Riders selected from all over the South Island.

Courtney Townsend, Olivia Shinn, George, Maddie and Gus Thomson, and Heather and Leigh McConchie have certainly made Darfi eld High School proud, claiming seven of these, with the eighth selection, Sophie Townsend from the Darfi eld community, due to join us next year!

South Island Young Rider CampBeginning on Friday night, these students began a long weekend of intensive courses under the watchful eye of professionals, Tracey Kovacs for Showjumping and Sally Field-Dobson for Dressage. They also received instruction on course building, the rules and regulations for showjumping, nutritional feed information and massage and chiropractic care for their animals. This instructional weekend ended with the individual riders riding the

course they had designed with their course builder and with their instructor giving them helping coaching tips as they completed their course. A huge amount of valuable information was gleaned from these professionals.

A great opportunity for these girls and a fantastic way to start their showjumping season.

Congratulations!


Asian Flavours showcase skills

On Monday night, the Year 13 Home Economics Class hosted a three course meal for their parents and family. We spent the day preparing the menu: Spring Rolls, Thai Green Curry and Turkish Delight Cheesecake. We also spent the day decorating the Graphics room to make it look like a beautiful Oriental restaurant. Parents and family members started arriving at 6pm and the kitchen was buzzing with excitement and nerves. We all had a chance to cook the meals and serve our guests. It all didn’t go to plan as hoped, but we got there in the end, and the parents said they thoroughly enjoyed the meals and their dining atmosphere. After our hard work and all the excitement, our day had fi nally fi nished at 9pm.

Georgina Wilson and Krystel McDonald

Year 13 Home Economics Class

WE NEED YOUR HELP TO WIN DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL

A NEW KITCHEN!

The kitchen appliance company ‘Parmco’ is giving each school in New Zealand a chance to win a kitchen full of appliances. With over $165k in prizes up for grabs, including:

Eight classrooms full of Parmco appliances

Eight Breville small appliance prize packs

Eight subscriptions to NZ Healthy Food Guide

Weekly cooking challenge prizes over four weeks from Betta Electrical and the Appliance Shed

We are currently in the process of planning a new kitchen for Food Technology and Hospitality courses. This prize would be the bonus that our students deserve. All we need from you is to vote for Darfi eld High

School. The school with the most votes will win this incredible prize.

Please log onto http://www.letscookwithparmco.co.nz and click on “Vote Here” and search for ‘Darfi eld High School’ in The Class of 2013 and give us your vote.

We need as many votes as possible so tell your friends and family.

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DramaColours1. Performance representing

the school at a national level AND involvement in school dramatic performance based on NCEA level requirements for Excellence in the award year

OR

2. Involvement in regional dramatic competition representing the school AND performance in school dramatic performance for a minimum of three years based on NCEA level requirements for excellence in the year awarded.

Letters

1. Involvement in school dramatic performance for two years AND award year must be at NCEA level requirements for Excellence

OR

2. A student assisted in a supportive or technical major backstage role for a minimum of three years AND award year must be at NCEA level requirements for Excellence

Students may represent the school in:

• Full Productions

• Shakespeare Competitions

• One Act Plays

• Debating

• Theatre Sports

• Or any other approved dramatic performance.

MusicColours

Student to have gained Excellence in NCEA Level Three in Solo Performance or Composition AND students to have been chosen at a national level to participate in a music ensemble or solo performance, or as a fi nalist in a national competition.

Letters *Student to have participated in a music department ensemble or a performed solo for a minimum of three years, and competed at a regional level as a member of this group or as a solo performer AND in an award year must be at NCEA level requirements for Excellence in Solo Performance or Composition.

KapahakaColoursStudents must meet all of the criteria below, including the Letters criteria.

• The student has competed in the regional Kapahaka competition.

• The student has taken a kaitataki role within the group for three years.

• The student shows commitment to the group and fosters the teina in the group.

• The student knows appropriate tikanga and uses.

• The student is a fl uent performer and shows outstanding stage presence.

LettersStudents must meet all of the criteria below.

• Has been involved consistently for a minimum of three years with the Kapahaka group at Darfi eld High School.

• Can perform versions of: Waiata-a-ringa, Moteatea, Poi, Haka.

• Has taken a leadership role in performances and within practices.

• Uses appropriate actions and pukana or expressions during freestyle. Shows excellent stage presence.

Visual ArtsColours1. Work exhibited in a main New

Zealand art gallery AND work undertaken at the equivalent of Excellence level based on NCEA requirements.

2. Work exhibited at a regional art gallery (not as part of a school exhibition) AND work exhibited in school exhibitions over three years AND work undertaken at the equivalent of Excellence level based on NCEA requirements.

Letters1. Work exhibited in school

exhibitions over a period of three years AND work undertaken at the equivalent of Excellence level based on NCEA requirements.

2. Student has assisted in curating art exhibitions and school displays over a period of three years AND work exhibited in school exhibitions over a period of three years

3. Work exhibited in a community art exhibition AND work undertaken at the equivalent of Excellence level based on NCEA requirements.

Cultural Awards Criteria

The deadline for nominations for students is Wednesday 18 September.

• Nominations for Sporting Colours and Letters should be given in writing to Ms Evans. Forms available from Ms Evans or the offi ce.

• Cultural nominations are to be given in writing to Mrs Hanson (Drama), Ms Cox (Art) and Mrs Williams (Kapahaka).

* Music Letters Criteria have changed since fi rst published.


The criteria for ‘Blues’ will be such that only those who reach a very high level in their particular sport will be recognised.

The level that students need to gain ‘Letters’ will still show that they have reached a high level in their sport but not to the high level of those awarded ‘Blues’.

• Blues: Years 11 to 13 students only are eligible to receive Blues. They will be students who have achieved among the highest echelon in their sporting fi eld, as specifi ed by the specifi c criteria for each sport. They will also meet the general criteria set out below. In exceptional circumstances Blues may be awarded to students in Years 7 to 10; for example, to an individual who has won a National title.

• Letters: All students in the school will be eligible to receive Letters. They will have reached the desired level specifi ed for each sport and meet the general criteria set out below.

When a student meets the criteria for Blues in a particular sporting fi eld (within a given year) it is not envisaged that students will receive Letters as well as Blues for their achievements.

General Criteria for Students Being Awarded “Blues” or “Letters”The recipient should have demonstrated a high level of sportsmanship, eg showing fairness, playing within the spirit of the game, being willing to accept decisions from coaches and umpires / referees and displaying a sporting attitude towards opponents.

The recipient must have demonstrated a high level of dedication to their sport.

They must show reliability and a positive attitude to attending practices and training.

Service to their sport should be demonstrated through willingness to coach, referee or assist in the organisation of games or exchanges.

Students should represent the school in their chosen sport. This means that they must be part of a team that represents Darfi eld High School, gain their sporting level at a Primary or Secondary Schools’ competition, or be recognised by their Coach or School Staff as representing our school. In cases where an individual’s chosen sport is not offered as a sporting option at Darfi eld High School, the student’s achievements in their chosen sport may be recognised as if it were a school sport.

In their general behaviour within the school, recipients should have maintained positive relationships with their peers and with authority fi gures. They should be co-operative, reliable and trustworthy individuals.

Guidelines for the Awarding of “Blues” and “Letters” in Particular Sporting FieldsIn some cases, students may achieve to levels, or in sporting fi elds outside the stated criteria. Such cases will be decided on depending on their individual merits. To maintain a degree of fairness, the level achieved by the students in their sporting area should be equivalent to or greater than those stated below.

AthleticsLetters: Top Three in Canterbury Final

Blues: Top Three in South Island Final

CricketLetters: Canterbury Country / Ashburton / Christchurch

Blues: Canterbury Districts / Canterbury Secondary School / 100 Runs scored during and Inter-School First XI Match. Seven wickets in an innings

Cross Country / Road RacingLetters : Top Ten Canterbury Inter-Secondary Final

Blues: Top Three Canterbury Inter-Secondary Final

EquestrianLetters: Top Three Placing in

Canterbury Secondary Schools’ Equestrian event

Blues: First Placing in Canterbury Secondary Schools’ Equestrian event

GolfLetters: 15 and less Handicap / Representing the School with Distinction, eg winning three or more matches Inter-secondary Match-Play competition

Blues: Single Figure Handicap. Representing the School with Distinction, eg winning three or more matches in Inter-Secondary Match-Play competition

Hockey

Letters: Malvern / Canterbury Country / Canterbury B

Blues: Canterbury A

NetballLetters: Malvern U21 / Senior Team / Canterbury Country

Blues: Canterbury / South Island

RugbyLetters: Canterbury Country

Blues: South Island

Skiing and SnowboardingLetters: Individual – Top Ten placing in Canterbury Secondary Schools’

Blues: Individual – Top Three Placing in Canterbury Secondary Schools’

SwimmingLetters: Top three in Canterbury Final

Blues: Top three in South Island Final

Triathlon / DuathlonLetters: Top Ten Canterbury Inter-Secondary Final

Blues: Top Three Canterbury Inter-Secondary Final

Sports Awards Colours Criteria


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By Kento Dogin

A famous Japanese poem writer once said

The english translation of this is

I have never been able to accomplish anything by

putting it off. If you want to do something, do it now.

For those of you sitting exams,

it’s time to study.

Do it now!

Applications open on Monday 19 August 2013

Forms are available from the School Office and at www.darfield.school.nz

Scholarship or Sponsorship

Year Level To be used for Value Closing Date for Applications

Elizabeth Richards Senior and Past Students (Previous recipients

may also apply)

Tertiary Agricultural Study at Lincoln University

Variable Friday 20 September

Malvern Lions Club Senior Tertiary Education $2000 Friday 20 September

Malvern Community Health and Welfare Trust

Senior Tertiary Health Studies $1500 Friday 20 September

Selwyn District Council Education Fund Bursary

Senior Tertiary Education $1500 Friday 20 September

Orion Selwyn District Centenary Educational Trust


Frews Heavy Trade Senior Class 2 Heavy Trade Driving Licence

$700 plus Friday 20 September

Broughton Family Scholarship


Hickman Family Trust Senior Tertiary Education Variable Friday 20 September

New Zealand Universities and other Tertiary Institutions offer a range of scholarships. Visit their websites or talk to the Year 13 Dean to find out more.

DHS Senior Scholarships an Sponsorships 2013

Study GuideIn the Words of your fellow student Kento Dogin... Do it now!

There are a number of really useful Study websites:• studyit.org.nz/ncea• thepulse.org.nz/school/NCEA• examtime.com• khanacademy.org

For past exam papers or internally assessed standards try these: • nzqa.govt.nz/qualifi cations-

standards/qualifi cations/ncea/subjects

• ncea.tki.org.nz/resources-for-the-aligned-standards

Above all remember:

Be Prepared

It takes three steps to get something into your brain: See it, Think about it, Give it Meaning.

Learn through your senses - sight, smell, sound, taste and touch.

Go to all revision sessions.

Pull out the important stuff - make cue cards.

Practise assessments and examination papers.

Know what is required - break down your tasks by subject and for each unit within a subject.

Plan

Set regular routines of study.

Choose a quiet, airy, well-lit place to study.

Set study goals.

Know your deadlines.

Make a study timetable.

Do a small amount of study on each subject every night.

Relax

Take regular breaks.

Eat well, sleep and get some exercise.

Reward yourself regularly.

Are you stuck? Your teachers want you to succeed; ask them!


Snailed it!

Because what’s scary about rice balls? Students gathered last week to fi ght in a rock - paper - scissors fashion in order to win a rice ball of their choosing.

There were many varieties of fi lling, including tuna, Japanese seasoning, wasabi, chilli, and chocolate. The rice balls didn’t last long either as students rejoined the queue if they lost out on their fi rst try!

The now infamous French Fear Factor took place in the quad last Monday as part of International Languages week. Students raced to grab one of the exclusive, elusive and, some said, exquisite little suckers - others were not so convinced! The Year 10 French class, comprising Kathryn Barnhill, Kristen Blaber-Hunt, Chloe Fraser, Emma Grigg and Eamon McKay, expertly cooked the snails in a garlic butter, and they didn’t last long. Within minutes of the bell ringing for lunch, the queue developed as, one by one, the slippery snails were swallowed, some resorting to giving it a helping hand with a piece of bread, but for the really brave a delicious delicacy that they will have to wait another year to try again!

Japanese Fight Factor

SPCA Cupcake DayTo raise money for the SPCA, students (or maybe mums!) set to baking and exquisitely decorating a fabulous array of cupcakes for the annual SPCA Cupcake Day Appeal held on Monday 26 August. With the focus on animals, students were able to choose from decorated dogs, cats, mice, lions, pigs, spring lambs and even a few Unicorn Poo! All went down a real treat and supplies didn’t last long.

Organiser Gordana Rodden was delighted with the success of the event and a total of $240 was raised for the SPCA. Great support from DHS for another worthy cause. Thank you.


WHAT’S ON?Week 6Thursday 5 September• Open Evening 6.30pmFriday 6 September• House Leaders Applications Close• NZ SS Swimming Championships in Hamilton (to 8th)Saturday 7 September• Year 12 OE Alpine Trip (to 8th)

Week 7Tuesday 10 September• BOT Meeting 7.30pmThursday 12 September• Senior Exams• Prefect Applications CloseFriday 13 September• Senior Exams • In Zone Enrolments DueSaturday 14 September• SI SS Skiing and Snowboarding Champs in Wanaka

Week 8Monday 16 September• Talent Quest Heats• Year 8 Camp week and 12 PED• Senior ExamsTuesday 17 September• PTSA Meeting 7.45pm• Talent Quest Heats• Senior ExamsWednesday 18 September• Talent Quest HeatsThursday 19 September• Talent Quest Heats• Canterbury SS Winter Sports Award Ceremony• Newsletter # 15Friday 20 September• Talent Quest Heats• 11 AGP Practical DaySaturday 21 September• SI SS Motocross Champs at Pleasant Point

2013 Term DatesTerm 3: 29 July to 27 SeptemberTerm 4: 14 October to 12 DecemberMonday 28 October: Labour DayThursday 14 November: Staff Only DayFriday 15 November: Canterbury Anniversary and Show Day

Prefect Applications 2014

Prefect applications open next Monday 26 August. If you wish to

apply for a prefect position in 2014, application forms will be available

from Mr Adams in the offi ce after this date.

Applications close on Thursday 12 September 2013.

House LeadersApplications for next year’s House

Leaders are now open. If you wish to be considered for one of these positions, please collect an application form from Mr Adams in

the offi ce.

Applications close on Friday 6 September 2013. Completed

applications are to be placed in the box in Mrs Hill’s offi ce.

Year 10 Prefects 2013

Applications to become a Year 10 prefect for the last fi ve weeks of 2013

will open next Monday 26 August. Forms can be obtained from Mr

Quinn in the Dean’s offi ce.

Applications for Year 10 prefects close on Thursday 12 September.

If you have any sporting results from out of school activities you think we should know about please email

me with pictures (where possible) at:

elaine@darfi eld.school.nz

Class photos are now available for viewing and ordering at:

www.paulscamerashop.co.nz/schoolsStudents will be receiving an order form and this will contain all the necessary details. All orders are online - Orders cannot be made through the school.

If postage is not paid at the time of ordering, the photos will be delivered to the school for the student to take home.


Do you have any lego that you no longer need/want? If so,

the Learning Centre would greatly appreciate it for educational

purposes.

Please contact Mrs Gregory-Hunt if you have any to donate

GateKeepers Required

Sunday 9 November 2013

Hororata Domain

Willing, Year 11-13, volunteers are sought to assist with gate entry ticketing, pass outs and

VIP entry.

Have you got a few hours to spare?

Contact Paul McOscar

Ph 318-2426 or [email protected].

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Prize Giving Trophies

Now is the time to return the trophies awarded at last year’s Prize Giving. In particular, Ms Evans would like the following

trophies returned now:

All Sports and Cultural (Drama and Music) Cups and Trophies, Senior Academic Trophies and

Cups, Premier Trophies and Cups.

These can be returned either to the offi ce or to Ms Evans.

Meet at Darfi eld Netball Centre every Tuesday 5.30 for a 6pm run

WANT A CAREER IN THE TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS INDUSTRY?

RTANZ Inc. & Associated Industries

Driving Your Career

Hands on Day

10:00am – 3:00pm Saturday 14th September 2013

A & P Show Grounds Addington Christchurch

Trucks, Forkli s and other Heavy vehicles will be on display. ACC, Police and transport industry authori es will also be on site.

Other events such as compe ons and displays will be happening.

To pre register your interest in this exciting employment opportunity contact

John Bond on 027 444 8136 or email [email protected] or Simon Carson on 027 556 6099 or email [email protected]

This is a great opportunity to meet a variety of employers offering a

professional career

Road Transport Associa on New Zealand Inc. PO Box 7392 Sydenham Christchurch 8240 h p://www.rtanz.co.nz/

facebook.com/RoadTransportNZ


Since 2004, the IPENZ Foundation and IPENZ branches have awarded 50 first year engineering students an IPENZ Foundation Scholarship.

Visit www.foundation.org.nz/scholarships.cfm to apply.

2014 entries close on Friday 4 October 2013.

Contact between Home and School

We have found that up-to-date information is vital in case of an emergency but also for general day to day contact. Have you changed your address recently? Changed cell phones? Place of work? Or would you like to update/ change the emergency contact for your student? Also the second parent address, especially in the case of Reports going home, is often not updated.

So if any changes apply to your family, please let Jill the Student Administrator know by: phoning 318 8411 / ext 3 or emailing jill@darfi eld.school.nz or writing it down and asking your student to deliver it to the Student Offi ce.

Darfi eld Preschool &

Nursery

FundraiserHave a portrait taken (Children

or family).

Jack & Jill Photography will be at the Preschool

on Telegraph Road on

SUNDAY 15 SEPTEMBER

For $10 you receive a 10” X 13” portrait,

With a chance to buy extra prints.

For information or if you would like to book a sitting,

please contact Clare

on 318 8836 between 9am- 3pm

or leave a message.

Support your local children and the community.

26 Horndon St, Darfield

Saturday 7th September 2013 10am-3pm

~Sausage Sizzle ~ Excavator Competitions ~ Equipment Demonstrations ~ Reverse Power Tool Auction ~

Spot Prizes~ Games for the Whole Family ~

Wednesday 9 October Thursday 10 October

9:00am to 4:30pm

Cost $20 Places limitedThe Learner must attend a secondary school or be home schooled in Selwyn district. The Learner must have a current New Zealand Learner Driver Licence that they have held for at least three months and/or have had 40 hours of practical driving experience.To register or for further information, please contact Carolyn Bennison on (03) 347 2944 or e-mail [email protected] by 27 September 2013.


Every Saturday10.00 - 12.30Next to CRT


New ZealandParents

Have you used the Internet to search for health

information?

Student research at the University of Otago needs ten minutes of your time to answer an online survey about Internet health information.

Visit the link below or scan the QR code

www.healthsurvey.kiwi.nz

Friday 18th October 2013

St Albans Baptist Church, 64 McFaddens Road, St Albans, Christchurch

10am – 12 Noon

ns

The meeting is open to all people with an interest in ASD including teachers and SENCOs

Cost: No charge Please RSVP

Tel: 03 365 3239

Email: [email protected]

7 McLaughlins Road

Phone: +64 3 318 8411

Fax: +64 3 318 8543

PO Box 5

Darfi eld 7541

New Zealand

Email: admin@darfi eld.school.nz

Web: darfi eld.school.nz

The 0800PUPILS“Our Voice”Phone Line

The 0800PUPILS phone number has been made available to students and parents in participating schools through a

partnership with Crimestoppers NZ trust. You call this number if you see or hear of bullying or crime happening in our community

by students from Darfi eld High School.

If you see any Darfi eld High School Students involved in bullying or

crime then ring

0800PUPILS

Callers Are Totally

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