POMPALLIER CATHOLIC COLLEGE
Diligere Verum
Love the Truth
27 JUNE 2014
Tēnā Koutou Katoa, Greetings to you
REAL LOVE IS NOT QUID PRO QUO
The Trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit is a loving
relationship.
The nature of the relationship is
considered to be a mystery because, as humans, we
are incapable of understanding it.
However, the Bible does give us some insight into
loving relationships and what they might show.
When the Bible is translated into English it loses
something of the complexity of love. Before using
English, the Bible used Greek and it used different
words for love. Among these were eros, which is
associated with romantic love, philia, associated with
friendship love and agape, which is unconditional
love. Agape is the word most frequently used when
the Gospels talk of love.
Love does not walk alone in the Bible. It tends to
walk with Justice. Collective they are understood to
be centred upon relationships and the desire to
ensure that relationships are kept holy and loving.
There are four of these loving relationships evidenced
in the Bible. They are relationship with God, our self,
others and creation.
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Agape is love given without expectation of something
in return. We give because we are in relationship
with another. Every parent in our community will
know what this means. It is expressed in our
relationship with our children and frequently others.
While it is nice to receive something in return for the
love which we give to children, we know only too well
that we cannot compel something in return.
Our Service Day nurtures our relationship with others.
It is agape in action. We work for the community with
no expectation of direct benefit except that which we
gain from being a community member. This is why
we do not ask for payment from the organisations we
work for.
Service Day extends the boundaries of unconditional
love (agape) to include other community members
such as the people in the Solomon Islands and
Philippines. This is why we ask students to seek
sponsorship for the work that they are doing. Most of
that money will not be of benefit to the students but it
will be of benefit to others.
We give money to those whom we are not able to
directly assist. When Jesus said we should love our
neighbour, he was asked, “Who is my neighbour?”
His answer directed us towards the whole of
humanity, not just those in our local community. This
is why we support Caritas, a Catholic international aid
organisation.
Agape is also a key reason for stopping Mufti Days,
for they are conditional love. That is not a relationship
which we want to foster in a Catholic College. It may
be a pragmatic and effective way to collect some
money, but it does not promote the unconditional love
that Scriptures ask of us. Mufti Days promote an
attitude of self-centred love. They are based on a
premise that, “I will give money if you give me an
opportunity to wear casual clothing”, which to all intent
is about loving (donating) if there is something in it for
me.
We want to promote a spirit of giving from our staff,
parents and students because they are in a
relationship with all of humanity. Thanks for your
support of our Service Day.
CYBER BULLYING
Symantec offers the following top 10 tips for parents
and children:
 Set aside time to discuss appropriate online
behaviour and create age-appropriate ‘House
Rules’ about how computers, smart phones and
gaming systems are used at home.
 For parents, be a positive role model and be aware
that children like to imitate your behaviour.
 Do not share private information like passwords,
name, address or phone numbers with people you
don’t know.
 If you are being harassed online, block the harasser
and report the situation to an adult such as a parent
or teacher.
 Do not respond to the harasser/s online as this
could encourage them to continue.
 Find out how to report bullying and harassment on
each of the social networks that you use.
 Keep a record of calls, messages, posts and emails
that may be offensive and harmful.
 Use privacy options wisely on social networking
sites.
 Use strong, unique passwords on all your accounts
and devices, especially mobile phones and install
security software on all devices.
 Be kind. If you have harassed a person online:
apologise, take down any offensive material as
soon as possible and talk to a trusted adult.
Richard Stanton
PRINCIPAL
VISION STATEMENT
Pompallier Catholic College is a Marist community that challenges all students to excel in their endeavours.
We promote Christian values, learning excellence and quality relationships to enable students to be outstanding citizens.
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POMPALLIER CATHOLIC COLLEGE
NEWSLETTER
UPCOMING EVENTS: Term 2
You can also check the Events page on our website for upcoming events.
JUNE
Sat 28
College Ball
Forum North
7.00pm - 11.00pm
Tue 1
11SPT Dance Performances
College Hall
6.30pm
Wed 2
Senior Speech Competitions
Thu 3
Parent / Teacher Interviews
College
4.00pm
Thu 3
Junior Speech Competitions
Thu 3
Year 8 Girls - HPV second vaccination
Fri 4
TEACHER ONLY DAY
Fri 4
Last Day of Term 2
Sat 12
Youth Mass
Mon 21
First Day of Term 3
JULY
11.25am - 1.25pm
9.00am
SFX Church
SERVICE DAY 2013
PARENT TEACHER INTERVIEWS
(Year 7 - 13)
Where has the money gone?
The following is a breakdown of where the money
from last year’s Service Day went:
Transport
$109.00
Student Council
$1616.40
Caritas
$5000.00
Donation - Philippines
$510.00
Year 13 Gifting (c/f)
$808.00
Student council have utilised their
follows:
UNISS Netball
SADD - Conference
Catholic Womens League
U18 Hockey Camp
N Hip Hop Dance Inc - Travel Assistance
Little People of NZ - Donation/Conf
Balance carried forward to 2014
$1616.40 as
$200.00
$43.48
$200.00
$240.00
$100.00
$50.00
$782.92
2015 ENROLMENTS
COLLEGE OPEN EVENING
6.00 - 8.00pm
Wednesday 20 August
Meet the teachers, meet our students and
see class displays on a tour of the College.
2015 enrolment packs will be available
Enrolments close Monday 22 September
Deacon Phil will be available on the night to discuss any
queries regarding the criteria for granting of Preference
Certificates.
6.00pm
Thursday 3 July 2014
4.00 - 5.30pm and 6.00 - 7.00pm
How to book:
 Go to www.schoolinterviews.co.nz
 Enter the school code: HQYYY
 Follow the online instructions
Interviews will be 5mins duration for Years 9 - 13, and
10mins duration for Year 7/8 Homeroom teachers.
Bookings are open now and will close at 4.00pm
Wednesday 2 July.
Should you have any difficulty making an appointment,
please contact Yvette Smith at the Student Centre on:
438 3950, Ext 840.
Interviews will once again be held in the top block of
classrooms (Rooms 1 - 14). Staff will be allocated rooms
on an alphabetical order arrangement by surname. A list
of the staff in each room will be placed on the College
reception door and at each end of the top block.
Parents are encouraged to leave a 5 minute break
between interviews when booking online.
PTFA NEWS
Our meeting dates for Term 3 are: Tuesday 12 August
and Tuesday 9 September. Meetings are held at
7.00pm in the College staffroom. Everyone is welcome
to attend - we would love to see some new faces!
After the success of our Second Hand Uniform Day at
the beginning of the year, we are planning to hold
another one in Term 3. Exact date and time will be
advised closer to the time.
POMPALLIER CATHOLIC COLLEGE
NEWSLETTER
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SPORTS DEPARTMENT NEWS : Term 2, Week 8
NETBALL RESULTS
Intermediate Team 1
14 June
vs BBC Waipu Gold
won 30 - 23
POD Ella Woodford, FP Cassandra Ruatu
21 June
Promotion Relegation
vs Maungatapere Magic won 25 - 15
vs WIS Pink
won 20 - 10
POD Ariano Osmena, FP Tori Brown
Senior Team 1
7 June
vs WGHS Sen 1
lost 22 - 43
POD Ani Paraone, FP Heather Martin
14 June
vs Manawanui College won 27 - 26
POD Beibhinn Bristow, FP Darian Haiosi
21 June
Promotion Relegation
vs Huanui Silver
lost 17 - 31
vs WGHS 10-2
won 26 - 18
POD Emma Manihera
The boys are also becoming competitive, Guillaume
Chevolleau, Odin Vasmer-Diecks and Jordan Saramet all
qualified for the boys single barrel shoot off for second
and third place, but were not successful in the end.
The team standing also was well improved. Well done
team! From John Hendriks, Coach.
YEAR 7 & 8 10 PIN BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Thanks to Mums Mrs Prosser and Mrs Clubley we sent
two teams to the 10 Pin centre to play other schools. The
‘Pomp Boys’ team placed 2nd and will now be attending
the finals tournament next term on Thursday 31 July.
A newsletter will come home again for signing and return.
YEAR 7 & 8 SPORTS EXCHANGE
In Week 7 we hosted Bream Bay College, who played our
Number 1 Netball, Rugby and Football teams.
Senior Team 3
21 June
Promotion Relegation
The team had a win by 2 points against
Mangakahia Collegiate
Thank you to the Coaches - Mr Wolfgramm, Mr Golightly,
Mrs Taurua, Mr Thurlby and also to Mrs Fortune for
supporting the Football squad. Also thanks to our senior
students who officiated games - Jaycie Bradley, Lei
Delfin, Rory Hogg, Tyran Kitchen & Kaleb Ace. Without
your help we could not have had such a fun and
organised event .
HOCKEY RESULTS
Results: Football drew 2 - 2, Netball won 27 - 1, Rugby
lost.
Mixed 1st XI Team
24 June
vs Horahora
drew 3 - 3
In Term 3 these same teams will travel to Tikipunga High
School for our second exchange. Tikipunga requested a
date change - we will advise this once confirmed.
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A meeting will be held and a newsletter will be sent home
with the students involved regarding expectations and
travel costs soon.
MID-WEEK FOOTBALL RESULTS
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The Boys 1 XI team were placed 2 in their pool and
have a home and away final against Otamatea High
School.
They travelled to Otamatea High School last week and
won the game 2 - 1. Goal scorers were Yuta Onoda &
Tyran Kitchen. MVP Tyler Ace, FP Jojo Eshun.
This weeks’ game result was a loss by 2 - 0. MVP Sam
Ahern, FP Drew Kitchen.
U15 RUGBY RESULTS
Our team lost the friendly game on Tuesday 24 June
against Huanui.
We have the last competition match on Thursday 3 July,
at 1.00pm at Pompallier, against Northland College
(coached by an ex-student Sean Henwood).
It would be great to have some enthusiastic parents and
supporters there!
CLAY TARGET TEAM RESULTS
The Team had a successful competition in Kaikohe on
Wednesday 11 June. The conditions were challenging
with a strong wind and persistent rain.
Olivia Hendriks once again stood out by winning the High
Over All girls and first place in the girls Single rise, Point
Score and Single Barrel contests. She now has a healthy
lead for the Northland championship.
**** Please note that the rugby team may not necessarily
play in boots due to the opposition’s difficulty in sourcing
these.
WPSSA CROSS COUNTRY - Tuesday 26 August
Due to the clash of events in Week 5 this term, the
decision was made to enter the Primary Schools
competition in Term 3, instead of the Secondary Schools
event as planned.
The Sports Department will send home a newsletter
asking for permission and helpers.
Unlike the Northland Secondary Schools event, there is
no additional charge to enter in this event. Students
should read daily notices for a meeting notification to
confirm entry and collect a slip.
The Year 7 & 8’s who qualified (top 5) were asked to let
me know if they wish to attend, however only half of these
have been to see me.
DESIGN A LOGO COMPETITION - NSSSA
Remember entries close 31st July. See Mrs Yorke for
an entry form and conditions.
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NETBALL PICTURES:
NSS CROSS COUNTRY CHAMPS
Another (missed) thank you from the event – we
appreciate Mrs Matich attending as our Team Manager!
Libby Crowley
Sport Northland have uploaded photos from the event
onto their Facebook page. If you “Like” them you get
access. Two of our girls were in the edge of a photo in
the Northern Advocate too!
ANNUAL SENIOR SPORTS EXCHANGE - MARCELLIN
COLLEGE
This year our senior teams will travel to Auckland to play
our friends at Marcellin on Wednesday 10 September
(Week 8). The teams involved are usually: Netball Team
1, Boys Basketball and both Football teams (to be
confirmed by Marcellin).
All information needed will be provided in a newsletter
which will be sent home with players after a meeting at
the College. The signed form is required as this day trip
departs early (before school) and returns after school
finishes, and all sports except Netball have now finished
their season.
Jaycie Bradley
Emma Turner and
Beibhinn Bristow
PRIMARY SCHOOLS SPORTS TNMT - THANKS
We had 9 students who attended the Year 4 - 6 Winter
Sports Tournament as officials this week.
The Sports Department organised the volunteers. It is
great to have helpful students offering service to others
and representing Pompallier in a positive manner.
Shirts and jackets should be returned to Mrs Yorke now.
Thanks 
Ciara Smith and
Lucy Farrell
The organisers also wanted us to pass on their gratitude:
Just a quick note to thank you all for supporting our
primary sports day today. The feedback from the primary
students, teachers and supporters has been extremely
positive and the adults really appreciated not having to ref
games.
Lei Delfin and
Rachael Hehir
SPORTS FEES / UNIFORM
Just a reminder that as all sports are well underway (and
some have finished), player fees should have been paid
at reception.
Washed uniforms should be returned with the students
name attached, so kits are accounted for. THANKS 
SHERWOOD GOLF LESSONS - JUNIORS
The Sherwood Park Golf Club (Inc.) Junior Programme
has now started up for 2014 and all Juniors are welcome
to attend.
Each Sunday morning from 10am to 11am at the Golf
Club Driving Range, Millington Road, Maunu. Gold Coin
Donation. Contact our office 434-6900 or Pro Shop 4346235 for more information.
Chantelle Yorke
SPORTS CO-ORDINATOR
438 3950 Ext 844
[email protected]
Hanna McIntyre,
Caitlin Pool and
Meghan Wilson
Latoya Iamafana,
Grace Tabakinabou
and Cheyenne
Ellmers
POMPALLIER CATHOLIC COLLEGE
NEWSLETTER
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GATEWAY DEPARTMENT …
The Gateway Programme enables senior students to participate in structured workplace learning.
Students who participate in this programme are interested in a career in a particular industry. The
students find work-based learning helps them better understand the skills required in their chosen
career paths and may also help lead onto an apprenticeship, employment or future training
courses.
Gerard Stam, owner of Jubilee Motors, has been a proud supporter of the programme for seven
years. He is pictured below with Jack Draper, a Year 11 student.
Interview with Gerard Stam:
Gerard says he likes to support the students because that is how
he began his career. He completed work experience through
school which eventually helped him secure an apprenticeship in
the motor industry.
Gerard enjoys having our students because they are focussed,
have good time management and achieve their work.
Our students enjoy their work experience at Jubilee Motors and
feel it contributes towards them deciding whether the motor
industry is the right career path for them.
The Gateway Department would like to thank Gerard for his
support towards our students throughout the last seven years.
We really value his support.
When: Wednesday 2nd July (Years 11 - 13)
(Years 9 - 10)
Thursday 3rd July
Where: The Library
What: A formal speech (no visual aids permitted)
Length: 3 – 5 minutes (junior)
4+ minutes (senior)
Prizes: Trophy PLUS Typo vouchers for 1st & 2nd place getters
PLUS: you may also be eligible for NCEA credits
PLUS: House points!
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SCIENCE FAIR BOARDS
Are available to purchase at the College
Office from next week. Coloured boards
are $10.00 each, cardboard boards are
$8.00 each.
Be in quick to get the colour of your choice!
STUDENT SUCCESS …
Below is a photo of ATC (Air training corps) prizegiving
2013. Reuben McBride (Year 9) received his Certificate
of Commendation for meritorious service and consistent
endeavor, awarded by the Royal NZ Air force.
Congratulations Reuben!
HOST FAMILIES URGENTLY
NEEDED!!
NZIIU is looking for friendly, caring, Kiwi families
interested in hosting Japanese students from Friday 25
July - Monday 4 August.
They will be studying at Pompallier Catholic College
from Monday 28 July to Friday 1 August. Board will be
paid.
For more information, please contact:
Richard Smith: 437 2483, 021 118 1086 or;
Ruth Bell: 438 8421
COLLEGE TROPHIES
We will soon be asking students to return any
trophies they received at last year’s Prize
giving.
Perhaps it would be a good idea to start having a look
for any you may have at your house, and checking that it
is going to be returned to us in the same polished
condition that your child received it in!
Thank you.
SCHOOL MAGAZINE
Remember, if you have a student success
you would like to share, email us at …
[email protected]
NZQA FEES
Payment of NZQA fees is due at the College office by
Friday 15 August, so mark this date on your calendar.
This year the cost is $76.70, which has been added to
your school account. Please note that if you have a
regular automatic payment coming to the school for your
account, payments are not usually allocated to this
charge unless we receive specific instructions from
parents to do so. If you would like to discuss this,
please contact Jane in Reception.
Payments after the due date must be made direct to
NZQA and incur a $50.00 late payment fee!
Families who have a community
services card are eligible for
financial assistance with exam fees.
Please contact Jane in the College
office for a form before 15th August.
We are now taking orders for this year's
school magazine and have implemented a
new on-line ordering system.
The magazines will be printed this year by local
company, Jeff Oliver Print. By printing locally we are
supporting our community businesses, and it also means
we will have the magazines delivered earlier than in
previous years. We aim to distribute them before the
senior students go on study leave for the NCEA exams.
The cost of the magazine is $20.00. Any family that
wishes to purchase a magazine will need to pre-order
one by clicking on the following link for further information
and the ordering page:
http://form.jotform.co/form/41330505528851
All orders must be received by Friday 15 August.
Advertising: We will be offering advertising space again
this year. Our fee is $150.00 for a full page advert,
$80.00 for a half page advert, or $40.00 for a quarter
page advert.
If you would like to support the magazine and advertise
your business/organisation, or for further information,
please contact Sarah Edgecombe via email:
[email protected].