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Ko Rongotai te moana
Ko Taranaki whanui ki te Upoko o te Ika te tangata whenua
No reira,
Ko Amélie Kelder tōku ingoa
Ko Brian McDermott taku hoa rangatira
Ko Lila raua Ko Oona te Take
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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My God, I believe in you, I trust you, I love you above all things, with all my heart and mind and strength. E te Ariki whakarongo mai rā ki a mātou. Act of Faith, Hope and Love"
"Curriculum Areas Notices (Staff)
Studio 2 is no longer accessible to Year 9 and 10 students. Also do not use the yellow toilets in Marcia Wilson Building.
Room Changes
Ms Smith's classes- go to Room 8
Dr Trapp's classes - go to Room 7 (or room 8 if there is already a class in Room 7)
"Cultural Notices (Art, Drama, Music)
My Dance Whakapapa.
Any students wishing to go to see Show Do with Sacha and Jacqui on Wednesday 6 November at the Hannah Playhouse, Courtenay Place 7.30 -9.00 pm please meet Jacqui in the Library at lunchtime to get a permission slip. The show is ' A journey through Brazilian Culture,Dance Music and Coffee. There is live music and it will be a vibrant and exciting performance. Student tickets are $10.00 and we have just been offered them at this greatly discounted price.--
Jacqui Bisley
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Poly Club / Multicultural Notices
Special Character Notices (Eucharistic Programme, Mercy Crew) BATTS! Remember to bring a toy to school. Year 11, this applies to you, too! Thanks so much for those who have already done this. You can even bring more than one toy if you wish! Check your cupboards at home. Crafty things are good too. And you can even MAKE something to give, like friendship bracelets!
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NZpray2day:
Today I pray for all people in our community. May they know they are valued. Help us to live tha all ages and stages of life are treasured and respected.
Curriculum Areas Notices (Staff)
Year 11, please go to studio 2 after lunch
Session 2 tomorrow- year 13 go to Room 25 (upstairs in Marcia Wilson) for NCEA talks and exam slip distribution
Session 3 tomorrow -year 12 go to Room 25 (upstairs in Marcia Wilson) for NCEA talk and exam slip distribution
Community Notices
Tū Wahine / Kapa Haka Pānui -
all year 9s meet in Mc1 tomorrow at whānau time. Go to whānau and get your name marked off the roll. Then go to Mc1 where whaea will read the panui then discuss our upcoming Year 8 Transition Day.
Library Notices
Senior students - Please return ALL your SCC computers, chargers, calculators, textbooks, library books etc immediately after your last exam, or before then.
Other Notices
In Whanau time, could All Staff, YEAR 10 AND YEAR 9 please fill out this google form for Social Action to get an
idea of our cultural expressions here at SCC: Google Form (if NZ Euro, could you please be specific where your
whanau comes from.)
NZpray2day:
God is our refuge and strength, our help in times of trouble. We need not fear when mountains shake and waters roar. God is in the midst of the city, it shall not be moved; God will help when the morning dawns. The Lord of hosts is with us, the God of Jacob. Adapted Psalm 46
Curriculum Areas Notices (Staff)
All PE and Health classes with Ms Heil today, please go to room 7.
Could all juniors make sure you have filled in the Pedal Ready form emailed to you by Ms Heil. Do it now if you haven't do it already.
Session 2 tomorrow- year 13 go to Room 25 (upstairs in Marcia Wilson) for NCEA talks and exam slip distribution
Session 3 tomorrow -year 12 go to Room 25 (upstairs in Marcia Wilson) for NCEA talk and exam slip distribution
BI300 - please collect your DGE papers from Mrs McDonald today. I am teaching all morning so either: collect them from me in A13 at Whanau time or from the office after Whanau time.
Cultural Notices (Art, Drama, Music)
Liturgy Band Practice Break 2 today for Final Mass
Drum and Bass lessons toda
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!
Special Character Notices (Eucharistic Programme, Mercy Crew) BATTS: Did you remember to bring a toy today? The toys will go to Vinnies, who provide a free shopping experience for very poor families - parents can choose gifts for their children for free. We are providing some of these. So please be generous. Seniors, you can bring in a toy any day for your House, just hand it to one of your House teachers before any of your exams. Juniors, everyone is expected to contribute something. If you need a collection box or bucket in your whānau, send someone to Mrs O'Brien in A14.
THERE IS A MASS FOR THE WHOLE COLLEGE TOMORROW AT 12.15. Please wear perfect uniform and tidy your hair as it is our chance to show respect and to pray for our Year 13s who are leaving, and our Year 12s as well. After Mass, Years 9, 10 and 11 will return to school.
Other Notices
Year 10s - please sign in with your Whanau teacher then go to CT Room to vote for your Year 10 From Captain.
all Year 11 meet in studio 2 after lunch on Wednesday
Luna will be selling cookies in studio 1 during lunch - prices varying from $3-$4
Large red velvet cookies = $3
Jumbo red velvet cookies = $3.50
Large Triple chocolate chip cookie = $3
Jumbo triple chocolate chip cookies = $4
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