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Phone: 03 6886074
Email: admin@craighead.school.nz
Website: www.craighead.school.nz
Boarding House
Phone: 03 6842251
Email: boarding.manager@craighead.school.nz
THURSDAY 6 NOVEMBER 2014
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Nga mihi nui te whanau o Craighead, tena koutou katoa
Aoraki Secondary Schools’ Sports Awards
The whole Craighead community is very proud of our students
who were nominated for regional honours in a wide range of
sporting pursuits. Congratulations to these students for
winning titles in Athletics (Lauren Bruce), Cross Country (Amelia Morgan), Multi
-sport (Elizabeth Grace), Rowing (Renee Olley), Sailing (Annabelle Cowan) and
Trap Shooting (Rachel Bell). Renee then went on to win the Female
Sportsperson of the Year award for her achievements at both the World Youth
Rowing Championships, and as a member of the Olympic Youth Rowing Squad.
The Sports Team of the Year went to the Craighead Rowing U15 Coxed Quad
who were unbeaten in their 2013-14 rowing season. This is most impressive
given the very strong competition for this honour. Congratulations to Rowing
Head Coach, Dean Milne, who can be very proud of their achievements. It was
a lovely evening organised by Regional Sports Director, Shaun Campbell and his
team. We very much enjoyed the evening meal, the opportunity to mingle
amongst the other schools and to hear Shane Archbold share his journey to
becoming a 2014 Commonwealth Games Cycling Gold medallist.
Confirmation
Bishop Victoria Matthews conducted
the Confirmation service for the five
Year 13 students who chose to become
confirmed into the Anglican Church on
Monday. The whole Year 13 year group
made up the congregation in our
Chapel. We were joined by staff, the
girls’ proud parents and the
Archdeacon of South Canterbury, the
Reverend Dr Peter Carrell. This was a
lovely occasion and a special way to complete their schooling at Craighead.
End of Year arrangements
Our last day for Seniors was Tuesday this week and we marked the day with a
barbeque hosted by our SADD committee and a social Netball game versus
TBHS (best not mention the score!). Information about external examinations
and end of year arrangements for Seniors has been given to the students and is
also available on the website. We look forward to welcoming everyone back in
the final week in early December
and celebrating with them in our
usual style!
God Bless, Lindy Graham
Renee Olley, Sportswoman of the
Year (right) with guest speaker,
Shane Archbold (centre) and
Ashburton College’s Bailie Perriton,
Sportsman of the Year.
PPTA PAID UNION MEETING—Wednesday 12 November, 1.30pm
Please be aware that School will finish at 12.10pm on this
date to enable staff to attend a Paid Union Meeting. School
will remain open for the afternoon for students requiring
supervision—a letter has been sent home regarding this.
The Year 9 Social Studies trip to Dunedin scheduled for this
day, has been postponed until Wednesday 19 November.
CRAIGHEAD PARENTS’ AND FRIENDS’ ASSOCIATION
Next Meeting…. Tuesday 11 November, at 7pm in the Staffroom.
This is our final meeting for the year and we encourage new parents/caregivers
and friends to join us in the staffroom for a glass of wine, and help us plan our
calendar for 2015.
Teresa Templeton—Chairperson (021 863 665)
Fri 7
Sat 8
Mon 10
Wed 12
Fri 14
Wed 19
Fri 21
Mon 24-Fri 28
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Junior Aoraki Volleyball
INAUGURATION DAY for 2015 new students, 10am-2pm
NCEA Examinations begin
PAID UNION MEETING 1.30PM—Students finish 12.10pm
TEACHER ONLY DAY
Y9 Social Studies trip to Dunedin
Junior Speech Cup
Y10 Camp, Hanmer Springs
Please refer to School website for full Term Four Events’ Calendar
INTERNATIONAL
FESTIVAL
Sincere thanks to the
Craighead students
who acted as Student
Ambassadors at
Sunday’s South
Canterbury
International Festival
in Timaru.
PROGRAMME FOR LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL 2014
Monday 1 December – normal school times
 Dining Room not open for lunch
 Y7-9 Normal classes, Music practices for Carol service, Drama
rehearsals as required
 Y10 not required at school except for Music practices and Drama
rehearsals
 NCEA exams continue
Tuesday 2 December – normal school times
 Dining Room not open for lunch
 9.00am to noon—Y7-9 Community Services activities in morning
 1.00pm—Y7-9 Mini Olympics in afternoon
 Music practices all day
 Y10 not required at school except for Music practices and Drama
rehearsals
 NCEA Exams continue (am)
 5.45pm—Y11-13 Christmas Dinner (tidy dress)
Assemble on Dining Room lawn
Wednesday 3 December
 Music Practices for Carol Service run throughout the day
 9.00am—Y13 Chapel, followed by morning tea—parents welcome
 10.00am—Y7-13 Form meeting
 1.30pm—General Knowledge Cup
Thursday 4 December
 9.00am—Whole school reports to Sacred Heart Basilica, Craigie
Avenue for Carol Service practice. Buses for boarders.
 1.30pm— Final Assembly, School finishes at approx. 3.00pm
 6.45pm—Carol Service Form check– Sacred Heart Basilica
 7.00-8.00pm—Carol Service at Sacred Heart Basilica
(tickets will not be issued—parents welcome)
Friday 5 December: 10.00am—Form Check at Theatre Royal
 10.30am—Prize-giving
 Y13 Leavers’ Ball practice immediately at conclusion of Prize-giving
 6.15pm—Y13 Leavers’ Ball, Bay Hall
LANGUAGE CERTIFICATES
Results from The Assessment of Language Competence Certificates, sat in
August by Year 10, 11 and 12 French and German classes.
10 French
High Distinction—Kaela Taputu
Distinction—Toni Butler-Baird, Jessica Coleman, Hanna Devries, Kate
Jackson, Hayleigh Muir, Lisa Ou, Eve Sutherland, Emily Talbot, Emma
Williams, Jessie Williams, Shanice Wills
11 French
High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Emilie Agnew, Anna Breen,
Louise Goodwin, Sophie Westgarth
High Distinction in either Listening or Reading—Bailey Dawbin, Zara
McLellan, Nicola Pedlow, Nicharee Teeraumphon
Distinction in Listening and Reading—Simone Bruce, Emily Ireland,
Cassidy Young
12 French
High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Natalie Gajdusek
Distinction in either Listening or Reading—Sophie Howe, Charlotte Low,
Anna Ou, Maddison Rogers, Johanna Zonnevylle
10 German
High Distinction—Sam von Melville
Distinction—Laura Zonnevylle, Ellen Donaldson, Sophie Tulley
11 German
High Distinction in Listening and Reading—Stacey Lewthwaite, Nicharee
Teerauumphon
Distinction in Listening and Reading—Brooke Askin, Faith Turner-Walker
12 German
Distinction in Reading—Gabrielle Macgregor
MUSIC
Congratulations to Eleanor McGechie and Charlotte Lamb, both of
whom successfully auditioned for performance at the New Zealand
School of Music in Wellington. Eleanor will study Voice and
Charlotte, the Violin.
SPORT COACHING POSITIONS 2015
Craighead Diocesan School Sports Department invites expressions of
interest for Winter Sport Coaching/Manager positions in all grades for the
following sports: Basketball, Football, Netball, Rugby, Volleyball
If you are interested and would like to discuss coaching with our Sports
staff, or if you can help in any way, please phone the Sports department
direct on 684 2268, or contact:
AORAKI SECONDARY
SCHOOLS’ SPORTS
AWARDS, 2014
Last Friday, the annual
Aoraki
Secondary
Schools’ Sports Awards
ceremony was held to
recognise
those
students throughout the
Aoraki region who have
performed exceptionally
well in their chosen sporting code.
Overall, Craighead had eight award winners, with special congratulations
going to Renee Olley, who was named Female Sportsperson on the Year
2014, and the Craighead Under 15 Coxed Quad Scull team, who won the
Team of the Year title. Members of the team were Olivia Hughes, Jessica
Martin, Maddison Palmer, Sarah Templeton and Keren Wright.
Other Winners were:
Lauren Bruce (Athletics), Amelia Morgan (Cross Country), Elizabeth Grace
(Multisport), Renee Olley (Rowing), Annabel Cowan (Sailing), Rachel Bell
(Trapshooting)
Other finalists were:
Amelia Morgan (Athletics and All Rounder), Abbey Lang (Basketball),
Emma Trolove (Basketball), Amy Rayner (Cricket), Elizabeth Grace
(Mountainbiking), Alice Murdoch (Rowing) and Elizabeth Hampton
(Rugby).
SENIOR MUSIC CUP
RESULTS
Senior Instrumental
1st Ruby Fraser
2nd Charlotte Lamb
3rd Anna Breen
Senior Solo Singing
1st Eleanor McGechie
2nd Brooke Askin
Senior Piano
1st Charlotte Lamb, 2nd Anna Ou
Les Flautistes (above)
Piano Ensembles (Open)
1st Sophie Howe & Anna Breen
Singing Ensembles (Open)
1st Mia Melhopt and Sophie Howe
2nd Mint and Music Boonprasit
Instrumental Ensembles (Open)
1st Strings R Us (below)
Allan Faith—allan.faith@craighead.school.nz or
Diane Surridge—surridgedi@craighead.school.nz
YEAR 13, TOWARDS 2015
Course Enrolment and Student Loans
Online University course enrolments are now open, with students being
encouraged to apply by Wednesday 10 December to ensure they get into
the courses and the timetable of their choice.
The girls have been prompted to apply for their student loans and
allowances early. To ensure tuition fees are paid on time and money is
available for living costs when needed, applications must be made with
Studylink by Tuesday 16 December at the latest.
I have enjoyed working with the Year 13s this year and wish them every
success in their final examinations.
Vicky Campbell—Careers Advisor
UNIFORM SHOP and SECOND HAND UNIFORM SHOP
Opening Dates coming up...
This Friday 7 November and 28 November, 3.00-4.00pm
Also open this Saturday, Inauguration Day, for new students in 2015
EFTPOS available for Uniform Shop
Cash or cheques only for Second Hand Shop
YEAR 7 AND 8 CAMP RAFFLE
Our camp fundraising Gourmet Raffle was drawn last Friday, with both
winners’ tickets having been sold by Year 8 students. The winners were:
1st Prize–Mr Jerry Ford, 2nd Prize–Mr Jeremy Scott. Many thanks to all
who supported us in our Fundraising, and, as you read this, we are all
enjoying our camp in Wainui.
YEAR 13 BLAZER BRAID, 2015
Next year, Year 13 students will have blue tape on their blazers. This can
be purchased at Janome—approximately 3.2 metres is needed. It will be
sewn round the edge of the body and collar, but not on the sleeves or
pockets. Taylors and Target drycleaners will sew the tape on if required.