Principal's Newsletter - Kelston Girls

K E L S T O N G I R L S ' C O L L E G E
July 2008
Principal’s Newsletter
Dear Parents,
Recently I have read the reports that you will shortly receive in the mail. I wish to congratulate
the many students who have worked to the best of their ability and have demonstrated
in so many ways, their understanding of the key competencies, by keeping up
with class work and assignments and attending school regularly. A small group of students
have not realised their potential and have several themes in common: attendance, time management
skills, and relationships with teachers and peers are inadequate.
I hope you will take time to praise your daughter for her positive report, or, if the report is not positive,
discuss why that is the case and how she might make learning a better experience for herself in
Term 3.
We enjoyed a dazzling Combined Kelston School Ball, at the Hyatt on Saturday evening. It was a
pleasure to attend such a happy occasion.
We farewell Marija Ven from the Mathematics Faculty and Pam Mansfield the tea lady, at the end of
this term.
I thank Kelston Girls’ College staff for their hard work in support of learning, this term and I wish
staff and students a happy and safe holiday. In week 1 of Term 3, I will be attending the
Principal’s Conference.
Linda Fox
Principal
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
J Jonelle Mase, 11SI chosen for representative Netball Waitakere U17 Team.
J Elaina Vea, 13Yl, Adelaide Roma 13MV, Keseta Taealii 13MV, Merlinda Ando 10WG for excellent
attendance and work output at Homework Centre.
J The Ball Committee—Ellen Hunt, Sarah Pavadai, Sina Eti and Natalie Nand for their great
organisation. It was a fantastic night, all the girls looked great and were superbly behaved. Well
done everyone.
J The girls that attended MUNA—Model United Nations Assembly, Auckland Girls Grammar. Approximately
300 students attended including: Elaina Vea, Wei Guo, and Natalie Nand who represented
the viewpoints of the country Mexico and Maryann Khan, Zynab Abbas and Leanooshya
Raviharan who represented Oman.
J Auhia kia mohio kia Rangatira Whanau Class, who have been visiting , closer partnerships with
local Primary Schools—Glen Eden Primary and Sunnyvale Primary.
Important Dates
Sunday 6 July
Maori and Pacific Nations Fono/Hui—Islay Anderson
Auditorium 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Monday 21 July Start of Term 3
Wednesday 23 July
Parent/Teacher Report Evening—2.00 to 6.00 pm
Tuesday 29 July 9­10.45 am, Gifted and Talented activities for Year 7 and 8
students, Islay Anderson Auditorium
Tuesday 29 July
Open Afternoon—2.00 to 7.00 pm
Monday 28 to Friday 1 August Sports Week at Kelston Girls’ College
4 August to 8 August Arts Festival Week
Monday 4 August to } Enrolment Week
Saturday 8 August }
Wednesday 13 August
Open Morning—9­11 am

From the Kelston Girls’ College, Board of Trustees
Dear Parents
In recent times there has been much in the paper about the inadequate funding in the Operations
Grant to schools. Like other schools, we are finding it more and more challenging to
stay within budget and still meet the learning needs of our students. We know that many
parents are also feeling the pressure with the economic down turn. Where we can, we help
parents through the Hardship Fund. Where you can, please help us by paying subject and
sports fees.
Thank you
James Prescott
Board of Trustees Chairman
The Hauora Centre would like to thank the Auckland Drape Company (Ken Thomsen,
Director) for donating new Curtain Tracks for our Doctors Clinic. A father of one of our students
Mr Wihongi, also donated his time to install these for us.
A BIG THANK YOU, OUR CURTAINS LOOK SO MUCH BETTER.
Contact Details
Parents if you have changed your address, telephone or cell phone number or
email address please advise the college.
Help us to have the correct contact details for your
daughter.
THE SCHOOLWEAR SHOP
102 Central Park Drive Henderson
School Holiday Specials
From 6 th July 2008 till 20 th July 2008
NEW UNIFORM SALE
$10.00 off Skirts. $5.00 off Trousers.
$4.00 off Blouses. $10.00 off Pullovers
CISNZ Afternoon School
Enrolling students for reading, writing, and mathematics class.
Opening hours – 3.30pm – 6.30pm
Call 838 – 1005 or 027 510 1180
199C Lincoln Road, Henderson”
Elizabeth Kim

Level One Drama
Presents
Leaving
One Foot Island
(Adapted from the novel by Graeme Lay)
A story of cultural isolation and
alienation
Come and see this production at
Kelston Girls’ College
Wednesday 6 th August, 7pm
in the Drama Suite
$2 entry

The Homework Centre
When?
Every Tuesday and Thursday 3.30 – 4.30pm
Who is it for?
ALL Kelston Girls’ College students are welcome
What is it for?
Homework and completing class work. Research. Reading. Assistance – from teachers and senior students.
Why Go?
Developing good study and homework habits in Years 9 and 10 prepares students for academic success.
NCEA Certificates at Levels 1, 2 and 3 are what employers and Tertiary Institutions
refer to.
Sporting, cultural and home responsibilities put pressure on students.
The homework centre provides a quiet, safe,
Well resourced place to study.
Come and join Pio and his mate John
An evening of laughs, fun and choice ideas for raising our kids
‘TEENAGERS CHANGING GEAR’
Tuesday 29 th July, 7.00 – 9.30pm, Avondale College, Performing Arts Centre,
Gate 1, Victor Street, Avondale, For more information contact Loree Jellick 820 1726