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Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā tātou katoa.

Ka mahuta a Matariki i te pae,

Ka mahuta o tātou te tau.

Matariki!  Kia ora!  A new beginning.  You may be thinking, we are halfway through the academic year, so why does she talk of a new beginning?  But what if today was a new beginning for you too, for us all? Matariki is the time to stop, reflect, refresh. To reflect on our abilities, our challenges, our goals, individually and collectively.

Today, starting with this beautiful welcoming ceremony, I am taking on a new challenge, a new aspiration, a new start.

Matariki would not be a super star without the presence of her sisters. Support or manaaki is what gives us the strength to be who we are and who we want to be. Without the people who brought me here to you, I could not have become your tumuaki. They challenged me, they encouraged me, they listened to my fears, my dreams, my excitement. I would like to acknowledge you all and thank you for believing in me.

Now, as I stand here at St Catherine’s, on the whenua of Taranaki Te Āti Awa, the journey is just starting. I will need each of you to guide me, to share with me how you would like me to support you, support all of us to become superstars. I commit to becoming a tumuaki that supports you, ākonga mā, kaimahi mā, kaiako mā, whatever the situation, and who enables you to celebrate who you are and who you want to be. I commit to working hard alongside you, the board, to make St Catherine’s College the place of faith that celebrates excellence and wellbeing.

Whānau is everything. Any important event or step in your life requires support. E Te Kura o Hāta Katarina, you are well known for your sisterhood.  May pono, mana taurite mō te mana tangata guide us always.

Now, it is time to reflect on how we have progressed on our resolutions.  We need to think about who has helped us to move forward, and who we might need to continue pursuing our goals?

On my part, I am so looking forward to being part of your whānau, our whānau, a whānau that supports and nurtures each other mō ake tonu atu.


Nō reira, tēnā rā koutou, tēnā rā koutou, otirā tēna tātou katoa.

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Latest Notices

Pānui
26 Sep 2024

 NZpray2day:
All over our world, even in our own neighbourhoods and houses, people are hungry. May the needs of the hungry inspire works of compassion and mercy in those that are able to help. Amen.

Careers Notices  
Yr 12 - submission for careers standards is 14 October at 7am.

 

Community Notices :Remember FOOD TRUCK Break 2 (Food Room) to support year 10 Fund Raising for Gaza, Cancer and Women's Refuge!

Library Notices 
Please return your overdue books. ALL National Library books are due back today. Holiday loans - make sure you have a book for the holidays! Would you like to be part of a Youth Advisory Group with the Wellington City Libraries. Please talk to or email the librarian if you would like to know more.


Media Notices

Kia ora koutou! We'd really appreciate everyone to fill out the form we sent out regarding yearbook purchases, it's just a short survey to collect numbers for orders, and thank you to those who have already responded. Ngā mihi!


Special Character Notices (Eucharistic Programme, Mercy Crew)
A reminder that on Mercy Day (tomorrow) there is the Caritas Cafe/breakfast so please feel free to come along with a cultural dish or just bring something to share.


Whakaruruhau/student services/Wellbeing notices 
The government is currently looking at the laws around vaping stores and wants to know what you think?
If you would like to contribute to a document/submission to go to parliament then come to Te Whakaruruhau
in Break 1. If there is enough interest we will meet at school next week to write the submission and decide 
further steps. This is open to everyone, all year levels and not just those who have or do vape. Sophie 

Evolve - Nurse Elaine is due at school today, please see Mrs Robinson to make a booking.


Other Notices 
Level 1 Tuition for Mathematics and Statistics 
Note: 
The derived grade examination for Level 1 Mathematics and Statistics is on Tuesday morning (Week 1 - Term 4).
The external examination for AS1.4 is on Friday (8/11/24: Week 4 - Term 4)

There will also be a reassessment opportunity for AS1.2 (Wednesday - AM (6/11/24: Week 4)

 

1. Term 3 School Break Tuition for all year 11 Mathematics and Statistics students in preparation for AS1.4 Derived Grade and External Examination.

There will be tuition for Level 1 Mathematics and Statistics on Tuesday of the first week of term 3 school holiday break. 
Session 1
9:00 am to 11:30 am (15 minutes break at 10:15 am)
Lunch break 
11:30 am to 12:30 pm
Session 2
12:30pm to 3:00 pm

2. Term 4 - Tuition
Monday - PM (4/11/24: Week 4)
Wednesday - PM (6/11/24: Week 4)
Thursday - AM (7/11/24: Week 4)
 

Pānui
25 Sep 2024

"NZpray2day:
God, life can sometimes feel too serious. Remind me of the importance of a sense of humour, and don't let me lose the ability to laugh at myself. Fill me with your hope so that I can have a lighthearted attitude. Amen."
                                                                                                                                                            
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"Curriculum Areas Notices (Staff)
Since students are permitted to go home after the mass, please speak to your Maths teacher during BREAK 1 today if you plan to stay for the Maths Tutorial at 3:20 PM. This will help us make the necessary arrangements.
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"Community Notices:  Bring your cash or card to support FOOD TRUCK -                                                                            (Food Room break 2 Thursday) as Year 10 raise funds for Gaza, Cancer & Women's Refuge!
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"Library Notices 
Please return your overdue library books. ALL National Library books are due back today. Thank you!"


Kia ora koutou! We'd really appreciate everyone to fill out the form we sent out regarding yearbook purchases, it's just a short survey to collect numbers for orders, and thank you to those who have already responded. Ngā mihi!"

"Special Character Notices (Eucharistic Programme, Mercy Crew)
A reminder that on Mercy Day (this Friday) there is the Caritas Cafe/shared breakfast in Studio 1 so please feel free to come along with a cultural dish or just bring something to share."

"Sports Notices

Kupu o te rā: Atawhai - this can mean mercy or kindness
    
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Pānui
24 Sep 2024

 NZpray2day:
God, words have such power to build or to break!. Be with me today in the words that I spread so that what I say empowers others to be more. E te Ariki, whakarongomai rā kia mātou.

Library Notices 
Please return your overdue library books. ALL National Library books are due back by Wednesday. Thank you!


Media Notices
Magazine Committee is on today from 3:30 to 4:30! Please check classroom for any updates if you cannot attend! Thank you! 

Kia ora koutou! We'd really appreciate everyone to fill out the form we sent out regarding yearbook purchases, it's just a short survey to collect numbers for orders, and thank you to those who have already responded. Ngā mihi!



Sports Notices
Today is the Staff VS Student Netball game !! We will be playing outside on the court at break 2 bring the noise and come and support our girls

Other Notices 
Our last Year 11 hui for Term 3 is happening now in MC1. If you are still in your whānau, and in year 11, then please come and join us.

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