MARIST COLLEGE
Catholic School for Girls
YEARS 7 TO 13
FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Term 4 - Number 1
Friday 16th October, 2015
KEY DATES
WEEK 2 (B)
Oct 22nd Th Singing Cup Finals, 6:30pm The
It is pleasing to see that students have settled quickly to work as Term 4 begins. I am
Atrium, gold coin donation entry
certainly pleased to be back and in my normal routine after unexpected surgery last
23rd F Colin House Mass, 8:45am
term. My gratitude to Mrs Cecilia Adams who stepped into my role while I recuperated.
Rotation 7-4
Dear Parents and Guardians,
In just over three weeks Year 11 – 13 students will be on study leave preparing for
WEEK 3 (A)
external examinations, Year 9 and 10 students sitting examinations and Year 7 and 8
Oct 26th M LABOUR DAY - School Closed
having final assessments. It is vital therefore that students have an organised study
27th T HPV Catch Up
programme in place and other activities are minimised to ensure that they go into the
Yr 7 & 8 Touch Central Zone Champs
exam room well prepared and confident that they will achieve to the best of their ability.
At this time of year we hear about a lot of student success in all sorts of endeavours.
Special congratulations to Mirabai Pease and Hannah Brown who have been selected
to attend the Globe Theatre in London next year, and to past Deputy Head Girl,
Gabriella Solomona who is about to make her stage debut with the Auckland Theatre
Company. Marist has become such a great incubator for Performing Arts Careers.
The Charity trip to Samoa was a wonderful experience for a group of students and I
thank Mrs Makerita Tagomoa most sincerely for organising this and Miss Stacey
McKay, Mrs Rebecca Ronald and Mrs Alison Fowkes for accompanying the girls.
I do hope that you are able to attend some of the important end- of- year events that
are coming up, starting with the Colin House Mass on Friday.
Regards,
Monica Johnson
BOT Meeting 7:00pm
28th W Yr 9 students visiting from Heian
College (Japan)
Performing Arts Evening, 6:30pm
29th Th Yr 7 & 8 Waterpolo NI Champs
until 1 Nov
30th F Senior Prize-Giving 12.45pm
Rotation 1-5
INVITATION
We have pleasure inviting all
parents/caregivers to our
Colin House Mass
Monica Johnson
Principal
WAKE UP THE WORLD
WORLD MEETING FOR YOUNG CONSECRATED WOMEN AND MEN
Friday 23rd October
8:45am School
Gymnasium
The opportunity to be in the midst of several thousand young, religious men and women
DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT OF
for a week in Rome brought me great joy and renewed enthusiasm as a Marist
S
CHOOL FEES APPROACHING
consecrated Sister. I was deeply inspired by the sharing of many young religious people
about their lived experiences both in community and in mission. Some of the key A reminder to all families that school fees
speakers in the conference really affirmed the importance of my life in communion, first of must be paid in full by 1 November. After
all with God, then with each other and with the people I am called to serve.
this date all overdue accounts will be
The highlight for me in this week of meetings was the morning when we had an forwarded to the Diocese for review unless
audience with Pope Francis. I felt so blessed listening to there is a prior arrangement with the
him speaking to us with such passion and encouragement school for an extension. Any queries
as the shepherd of our Catholic Church about important please phone the Accounts Administrator,
matters that young consecrated people must be aware of Yolande Hunt on 846-8311 ext 703 or
and adopt in our lives. It was an overwhelming experience email [email protected].
not only seeing Pope Francis but also reaching out and
greeting him in person.
In my short time in Rome, I also had the opportunity to visit
some important places including climbing up to the Dome at
St Peter’s Basilica. I could not help but notice that the
statue of Mary is one of the dominant features of Rome so it
was a wonderful reminder of her
significant role in the life of all Marists
and the Church. Overall, I felt so
privileged and proud to be a Catholic
throughout my time over there.
I am very grateful to our school for
giving me the opportunity to attend this
meeting. I am indeed renewed and reenergized by the experience.
Mᾱlō ‘aupito and blessings, Seini Fatai SM
31 Alberton Ave, Mt Albert, Auckland 1025
www.maristcollege.school.nz
Ph: (09) 846 8311 Fax: (09) 815 1441
E-mail: [email protected]
SAMOA SERVICE ABROAD TRIP 2015
In September, a group of 25 headed off to the beautiful island of Samoa. During our seven day stay we saw amazing land features,
tasted a range of wonderful island cuisine, watched the colourful cultural items being performed and listened intently to the heartfelt
stories from staff and students of the schools we donated our educational resources to. Apart from the work in schools, we managed to fit
in some sight-seeing such as swimming at Piula Cave, the Le T͐o Sua OceanTrench, Lalomanu, the Turtle Sanctuary plus experience the
Canopy Walk in Falealupo, watch the Blowholes in Alofaaga and be entertained by a spectacular cultural event at Le Manumea Hotel.
Many of the girls have taken away more than just memories, newfound friendships and off
course ‘selfies’ but it was an opportunity to deepen their own faith – According to Acts 25:30
The Lord says that ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive’. It was also a chance to
define what true Marist stewardship is all about gaining a better sense of the words
‘appreciation’ and ‘gratitude’. By the time the girls boarded the plane home, they were
exhausted both spiritually, emotionally and physically.
Many thanks to the helping hands – staff members Ms Rebecca Ronald, Miss Stacey
McKay, Mr Nigel & Mrs Alison Fowkes, Mr Mafa Papali’i and 17 wonderful Marist daughters
and their loving families for their open hearts and open-minds to support this trip. God bless
you all.
‘Fa'avae i le Atua Sāmoa’ - "Samoa is founded on God". Makerita Tagomoa-Papali’i
Student Comments:
‘This trip has opened my eyes to the sacrifices my parents have made for me.’
‘Has definitely changed my outlook on Samoa.’
‘Give without expecting anything in return.’
‘A great insight into Samoa not just the usual stuff but off the beaten track.’
‘The most humbling experience I’ve ever had.’
‘My thoughts and prayers and love remain with the blessed, happy and
beautiful kids I’ve met here.’
‘10/10 for this trip!’
WELLINGTON ‘WOW’ TRIP, 2015
DEFENCE CAREERS EXPERIENCE
It was a happy band of Senior Fabric Technology students and various members
of staff who set off to the Wellington Wearable Arts Event on Thursday 8 th
October. For some, it was for the second time, for others, it was for the exciting
first time. Arriving in Wellington with plenty of time to spare, our first activity was
to visit Te Papa, which was just a hop, skip and a jump from the YHA
accommodation. We were all quite awe struck with the wonderful Gallipoli
exhibition. The displays were on a massive scale and we could not get over how
realistic they were…someone said “Better than Madame Tussauds”.
During the October holidays, Bella Williams
(Year 13), attended a 3 day live-in Defence
Careers Experience at their Leadership centre
in Whangaparaoa. The purpose of the
experience was to give the 120 young people
involved an idea of what life might be like
serving in the New Zealand Defence Force.
After refreshing ourselves with plenty of Pizzas, we set off for the WoW show,
where, as Ms Suuring declared, we were thoroughly “Wowed!” With the
costumes, the laser lighting, the wonderful box dancing and the fearless trapeze
artists, it was breath taking. The following day offered another breath taking
event, ‘The Great War Exhibition’ in the Old Dominion
Museum Building. This exhibition was a highly
professional affair, and we felt very privileged to
experience a guided tour. Following this was an
exploration of Wellington’s Cuba Mall area, then
‘Demented Architecture’ at Wellington Gallery. There
was something for everyone, whether building with
Lego or colouring in a set pattern ala Susan King
style. After the Art Gallery it was a trip on the Cable
Car to view Wellington from on high.
Bella participated in many activities, which
included Leadership, Teamwork and Military
Physical Training, visits two naval vessels
and to the RNZAF Auckland base. Defence
Careers noted that Bella stood out amongst
her group, being a confident, attentive, and
motivated individual who attempted every
aspect of the experience. She has the traits
that the defence careers look for.
Bella has wanted to join the Air Force for as
long as she can remember and every extracurricular activity she has participated in has
contributed
to
the
amazing young woman
she is today. Bella will
So, after all these activities it still was a happy, yet weary,
be applying for the next
group who flew back to Auckland late Friday night.
NZRAF intake in 2016
and is to be commended
CONGRATULATIONS
for her pursuit of her
Congratulations to Te Aute Kerrison who has been selected for the Tag20 Rugby passion.
U20’s team to play in the upcoming Tag20 Rugby MPC and Tasman Challenge
Well done Bella and best
competitions to be held in the Gold Coast.
wishes for your future.
SINGING CUP COMPETITION – FINALS
Congratulations to all finalists who will compete for the prestigious cup. The CAREY PARK FAMILY FUN DAY
Finals will take place on 22 October, 6.30pm in the Atrium . The Jazz band will Join us to celebrate our 70th Birthday at
be performing during the evening while adjudicator Helen Aichison selects the Carey Park with a day of family fun! Come
winner in each category. Entry gold coin donation.
along and enjoy free entry, food and
activities including our flying fox, climbing
SECOND HAND UNIFORMS
wall, bouncy castle and more!
nd
Do you have 2 hand uniform you would like to sell or donate? Please drop in to Where: Carey Park Christian Camp, 397
Henderson Valley Rd
the school office. The school can sell on your behalf for a 15% commission.
When:
Saturday
14 November 2015,
Please include your contact details, items for sale and your bank account number.
10am – 3pm