National Athletics Champs
Congratulations to Noah Macdermid who competed at the National Athletics Championships in Christchurch recently. Noah competing in the U20 1500m, placing 6th overall.
Relay For Life 2019
Congratulations to everyone who took part in the Relay for Life over the weekend 9-10 March. A big thank you to Ms Sutton and the team for their fundraising efforts. The Awatapu College team raised $8400 for the event and won the “Most Raised Community Group and Schools” award!
Teacher Only Day
Please note the school will be closed on Friday 8 March due to a Teachers Only Day. The school will be closed to students on this day and parents/caregivers will need to make alternative arrangements. Normal timetable will resume on Monday 11 March.
University of Otago On Campus Experience
Applications are open for the University of Otago On Campus Experience Scholarship.
On Campus Experience (OCE) is a fully funded scholarship that provides an amazing opportunity for senior secondary students of Māori descent to sample living and learning at the University of Otago. Students will explore the Otago campus and the student city of Dunedin. They will have the opportunity to attend lectures in their areas of interest as well as meet academic staff and students. They will experience life in a residential college and meet the Māori Centre staff that provides great support for Māori students when they come to Otago.
If you are currently in your final year of study at a New Zealand secondary school, are of Māori descent, and you have acquired NCEA Level 2 with merit endorsement (or an equivalent for CIE and IB students) you should consider applying for the On Campus Experience.
Successful OCE students will be selected to attend one of two OCE programmes in 2019 (the one application will cover both dates):
• 5-9 May 2019 (includes Tertiary Open Day) OR
• 9-13 June 2019
Click here to complete the application form. Applications close 5pm Friday 15 March 2019.
For more information, contact Grace Latimer, Maori Liaison Officer - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tomorrow's Schools Review - Public Meeting
Consultation meetings are being held on the report written by the Tomorrow's Schools Independent Taskforce. These meetings are an opportunity to ask questions, understand more about the proposals the Taskforce have made, and for people to give their feedback.
The public consultation meetings are open to all members of the public, including Principals, School Staff, Boards of Trustees, parents/caregivers, students and the wider community. The full schedule of public meetings is available here: https://conversation.
For other ways in which you can have your say, please visit https://conversation.education.govt.nz/conversations/tomorrows-schools-review/
Athletic Sports 2019
| Venue | Massey University Athletics Track |
| Date | Thursday 7 March 2019 |
| Time | 8.10am to 3pm |
| Year Levels | Compulsory for ALL students |
Transport:
Students are required to be at school by 8.10am. Students will travel to the track by bus (provisions have been made for bus students who arrive later than this). Students are not permitted to take private transport. They are required to pay $2 toward the cost of the bus. As the buses will be leaving from the front gates, the student car parking will be out of action for the day. Alternative parking will be on the field beside the cricket nets. Please use the Dittmer Drive access only for this. All cars must be parked by 8.00am at the latest - gates will be locked after this.
Dress Code:
• Students must wear mufti (no charge).
• Clothing must be in keeping with house colours and suitable for competing.
• It is essential that suitable footwear is worn on the track (the nature of the Massey Athletics Track is not suitable for bare feet).
What to Bring:
• Students must come prepared for both sunny and cold conditions, including sunscreen, a sun hat and a raincoat.
• Students should bring lunch and a drink bottle of water. There will be limited food supplies available for sale (cash only).
• Students should not bring any valuable items with them. All personal belongings are the responsibility of the student and should be entrusted to a reliable friend while competing.
Cancellation:
Should the weather be inclement, a decision as to whether the event will be cancelled will be made the day prior to the event. Your child will be notified of a cancellation during school. Caregivers are encouraged to check the school website or Facebook for a cancellation notification.