From the desk of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nathan Villars, Principal
From the desk of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nathan Villars, Principal
From the desk of. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nathan Villars, Principal
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VOL 7 NO 13 19 April 2013<br />
<strong>From</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>desk</strong> <strong>of</strong>. . . . . . . . . . . . . . <strong>Nathan</strong> <strong>Villars</strong>, <strong>Principal</strong><br />
Dear Parents and Friends <strong>of</strong> ACG Sunderland<br />
Well, <strong>the</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r has turned, it has taken at least thirteen weeks and we may well have wet wea<strong>the</strong>r for <strong>the</strong><br />
school holidays too.<br />
It has been a long Term and <strong>the</strong> students are tired (as are some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> staff). The holidays will be a time to<br />
relax and recharge our batteries ready for Term Two. This week I did remind <strong>the</strong> students at <strong>the</strong> College<br />
assembly that it is only five weeks into Term Two that <strong>the</strong> first set <strong>of</strong> examinations hit. Therefore, it will be<br />
important that some revision takes place over <strong>the</strong> next two weeks. This reminder does align well with our study<br />
programme being distributed this week. ‘The Learning Journey’ is a collection <strong>of</strong> ideas and thoughts we have<br />
put toge<strong>the</strong>r to assist our students on <strong>the</strong>ir journey to achieving successful outcomes with <strong>the</strong> examination<br />
process. Please do not hesitate to speak with your Homeroom or Form teacher about revision suggestions.<br />
I had <strong>the</strong> privilege <strong>of</strong> attending <strong>the</strong> opening night <strong>of</strong> ‘Ka-Pow’, <strong>the</strong> College Production for 2013. It really was a<br />
highly entertaining and enjoyable experience with a near full house. The audience and performers really did<br />
enjoy <strong>the</strong> whole performance. Well done to everyone involved. I wish to highlight Ms Adrienne Petre for her<br />
direction, Mr Daniel O’Connor for his expertise with <strong>the</strong> music and his energy with props and set production.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r staff involved were Miss Alva McHugh and Mrs Janine Tyler who assisted with directing and I believe<br />
Mr Bill Draper did some painting <strong>of</strong> props too. A very big thank you, to you all.<br />
I wish to congratulate Gregor Macdonald and <strong>the</strong> entire McDonald House team for organising our first service<br />
for <strong>the</strong> year. With over fifty students and staff in attendance last Friday night, we were all surprised just how<br />
much work was achieved. The courtyard area now looks fantastic with fresh mulch and a clean and pruned<br />
look throughout. Thank you to everyone who took part. Remember to support those that donated goods for<br />
this service, below.<br />
Classique Landscapers/Border Fencing Services<br />
357A East Tamaki Rd<br />
East Tamaki 2013<br />
Ph: 09-253-9003/09-274-0371<br />
Fax: 09 274 -0379<br />
Cell: 027 2782165<br />
Email: classiland@xtra.co.nz<br />
Hirepool, Henderson<br />
166 Central Park Drive<br />
Henderson<br />
Auckland 610<br />
Phone 09 836 5392<br />
Facsimile 09 837 5186<br />
Email: Henderson@hirepool.co.nz<br />
Parents and Friends Meetings for 2013<br />
Dates for <strong>the</strong> rest <strong>of</strong> this year are as follows (note meetings are usually <strong>the</strong> first Tuesday <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> month):<br />
Tuesday, 7 May Wednesday, 5 June Tuesday, 2 July<br />
Thursday, 8 August (to be confirmed) Tuesday, 3 September Tuesday, 15 October<br />
Tuesday, 5 November<br />
Tuesday, 3 December
Congratulations to everyone involved with <strong>the</strong> PrEP Market Day on Monday afternoon. It was a<br />
tremendous atmosphere and very much akin to a ‘trading floor’. Within only about twenty minutes,<br />
most <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> products had been keenly ‘brought up’ and parents and friends had arms laden with<br />
quality goods. It was a sell out in <strong>the</strong> end.<br />
I know <strong>the</strong> children learned a great deal from <strong>the</strong> experience and we are confident <strong>the</strong>y will be far<br />
more prudent with <strong>the</strong>ir hard earned ‘pocket money’ in <strong>the</strong> future. Special thanks to all <strong>the</strong> Primary<br />
staff for <strong>the</strong>ir patience and perseverance during this very important process.<br />
ANZAC Day this year is during <strong>the</strong> holiday period. Mrs Leanne Chartrand will be<br />
<strong>the</strong> staff representative for ACG Sunderland at <strong>the</strong> Swanson RSA on 25 April at<br />
9.00am (a programme is included at <strong>the</strong> conclusion <strong>of</strong> this newsletter.) All<br />
students, parents and staff are encouraged to attend this very important day. The<br />
school Leaders will all be in attendance in school uniform.<br />
The Parents and Friends committee held it’s AGM and reflected on what a tremendous year <strong>the</strong><br />
organisation has had. With <strong>the</strong> completion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> three year project <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> sun shades, <strong>the</strong> quick<br />
completion <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> very popular Primary sandpit and not forgetting <strong>the</strong> highly successful social<br />
functions <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Supersized Picnic, Parents and Friends Breakfasts, Trivial Pursuit nights and <strong>the</strong> Art<br />
Auction. Much <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se successes can be attributed to <strong>the</strong> leadership <strong>of</strong> this group. I wish to<br />
publically thank Mr Simon Jaffe for his vision and passion over <strong>the</strong> past three years as <strong>the</strong><br />
Chairmain <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Parents and Friends committee. Thank you Simon, you have accomplished a<br />
great deal during this time.<br />
An election <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficers did occur at <strong>the</strong> AGM and I am pleased to announce that Paula Green and<br />
Kirsty Roby have been elcted Co-Chair <strong>of</strong> Parents and Friends for 2103. Sonya Eldridge was reelected<br />
Secretary and Denise Mitchell continues a Treasurer. I wish to thank <strong>the</strong> entire committee<br />
and congratulate <strong>the</strong> incoming <strong>of</strong>ficers.<br />
members will be missed greatly.<br />
In conclusion, I wish to note <strong>the</strong> wonderful contribution Mrs<br />
Cathy Warden has made to <strong>the</strong> life <strong>of</strong> Sunderland since it’s<br />
inception 2007. She has been instrumental in much <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong><br />
culture and traditions that Sunderland holds dear now. We<br />
wish her all <strong>the</strong> best in her new endeavours.<br />
I wish to also wish Miss Rebecca O’Donnell all <strong>the</strong> very best<br />
with her Spanish Educational Scholarship and her OE too.<br />
We held a special assembly this morning to farewell <strong>the</strong> Mrs<br />
Warden and Miss O’Donnell, students read poetry, gave<br />
flowers and <strong>the</strong>ir were loud House chants. Both <strong>the</strong>se staff<br />
Have a wonderful two weeks holiday and remember revision, revision, revision.<br />
Aspire. Succeed. Respect<br />
Winter Uniform is required for Term Two<br />
Second-Hand Uniform<br />
School Holidays Shop Hours: Week One: Tuesday 10.00amt12.00pm<br />
Week Two: Wednesday 1.00pm-3.00pm<br />
New Uniform Uniform Shop / ISC Lenco The Schoolwear Shop,<br />
80 Railside Avenue, Henderson<br />
Hours: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am—4.00pm Phone: 838 6164
Quote <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week - Perfection<br />
“One <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> chief causes <strong>of</strong> procrastination is <strong>the</strong> desire to do something perfectly. Many tasks are<br />
never started because we do not think we have enough time at <strong>the</strong> moment to do <strong>the</strong>m perfectly.<br />
It would be nice if we could do everything perfectly and it certainly is important to do your best in any<br />
endeavour. However, just because something cannot be done perfectly does not mean you should<br />
not even start it.<br />
Do not worry about doing something perfectly. The important thing is just to get started and do it. You<br />
can always go back later to make changes and revisions. A job done less than perfectly is better than<br />
a job that never gets done”.—Ralph Marston<br />
Value <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week - Creativity (Week One)<br />
Creative people push beyond, around, or through <strong>the</strong> walls that confine <strong>the</strong>m. Every problem is an<br />
opportunity; every obstacle is a challenge. A creative person looks at a challenge in <strong>the</strong> same way a<br />
mountain climber looks at a mountain. The higher and more difficult <strong>the</strong> climb, <strong>the</strong> greater <strong>the</strong><br />
opportunity to grow and greater <strong>the</strong> reward at <strong>the</strong> end.<br />
Creative people are constantly stretching, growing and learning. To stretch yourself, to challenge<br />
yourself is key to being creative. Think outside <strong>the</strong> square.<br />
“Think left and think right and think low and think high. Oh, <strong>the</strong> thinks you can think up if<br />
only you try” – Dr. Seuss<br />
Head Boy and Head Girl Report<br />
The Term in brief:<br />
Leadership Camp Learning Extreme Sun Swimming Sports <br />
Athletics School Picnic Sails Dodgeball Sports SOS Service <br />
Homework Revision, revision, revision.<br />
This year started <strong>of</strong>f with a bang, getting straight into a great Term <strong>of</strong> learning. Our first House event,<br />
Swimming Sports, set <strong>the</strong> mood for <strong>the</strong> Term to come, with fantastic participation and fun had by all.<br />
With hardly a week in between, <strong>the</strong> House spirit was in full swing once again with Athletics Day producing a<br />
highly competitive yet supportive atmosphere, perfectly complemented by <strong>the</strong> warm, sunny wea<strong>the</strong>r. Both<br />
Primary and College got really involved and it was great to see everyone’s cheering <strong>the</strong>ir House on and<br />
participating.<br />
This Term our school sports teams have put in all <strong>the</strong>ir best efforts to produce some fantastic results. The<br />
stand-out being <strong>the</strong> Cricket Team coming first in <strong>the</strong>ir competition, Orienteering making it to <strong>the</strong> sprint finals,<br />
and Tomas Mendes making it to <strong>the</strong> Maddi Cup and coming fifteenth in New Zealand .<br />
This year’s Supersize Picnic was a great success, with a huge turnout and everyone enjoying <strong>the</strong> many<br />
activities put on. It was great to see <strong>the</strong> Primary and College getting into <strong>the</strong> activities and helping each o<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
A continuation <strong>of</strong> one <strong>of</strong> many House events has seen every House put forward <strong>the</strong>ir strongest players to<br />
compete in Dodgeball for <strong>the</strong> prestige <strong>of</strong> humiliating <strong>the</strong>ir teachers in a staff vs students game, hoping to<br />
continue <strong>the</strong> students lead <strong>of</strong> 2-0.<br />
The holidays are a time for review <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Term’s work in preparation for <strong>the</strong> Term Two mock examinations.<br />
Read your copy <strong>of</strong> ‘The Learning Journey’ and get stuck in!<br />
Hannah Sampson and Patrick Newland<br />
Head Girl and Head Boy
Primary Section<br />
Student <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week<br />
Merit Certificates-Student <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Week<br />
Year One Tojaan Patutoa-Tauelima Year Two Lucy McPhee Year Three Naomi Chartrand<br />
Year Four Louie Liu Year Five Mansoor Azami Year Six Molly McPhee<br />
Citizenship Award for Term One<br />
The Citizenship Award is rewarded to students in each year level who:<br />
Wear <strong>the</strong>ir uniform with pride<br />
Try <strong>the</strong>ir best in each class<br />
Follow <strong>the</strong> values we teach at school<br />
Complete <strong>the</strong>ir homework<br />
Be a good citizen and role model at ACG Sunderland<br />
Benny Larsen<br />
Yu (Jack) Cao Aimee Puckey Victoria Mitchell Amelia Earley Jake Hynds<br />
Year One Year Two Year Three Year Four Year Five Year Six<br />
Honours Certificate and Badge<br />
Yasmin Christian has collected ten Merit Certificates to be awarded a Merit Certificate.<br />
Aimee Puckey and Victoria Mitchell have each accumulated<br />
five Honour Certificates and are now awarded with an<br />
Honours Badge.<br />
Caught Being Good Briarna Higgs for helping teachers.<br />
Academic House McDonald<br />
Syndicate Trophy<br />
Upper Primary Trophy Aaron Kumar, 6LC and Lower Primary<br />
Trophy Khushi Thakar, 1KT. These students have understood<br />
and demonstrated <strong>the</strong> value <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> week, completed <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
homework and worn <strong>the</strong>ir uniform correctly. Well done.
Library Monitors<br />
At assembly on Monday <strong>the</strong> following students received <strong>the</strong>ir Library Monitors Badge and Certificate<br />
for having completed all <strong>the</strong> tasks to become a Librarian.<br />
Pictured from left to right: Jake Hynds, Yong Yu Xian, Hannah Leach, Vanessa-Rose<br />
Schonknecht, Aimee Puckey, Chelsea Sampson and Tyler Glenn with Mr <strong>Villars</strong>, <strong>Principal</strong>.<br />
Dean’s Report<br />
It has been a long thirteen-week Term and very busy, filled with<br />
lots <strong>of</strong> activities and programmes for <strong>the</strong> children. We have such<br />
fantastic children at ACG Sunderland who have really worked hard<br />
this term, stayed focused on <strong>the</strong>ir work, and who have also shown<br />
values <strong>of</strong> respect and kindness to <strong>the</strong>ir friends.<br />
Our students have worked hard on PrEP (Primary Enterprise<br />
Program) and this culminated in a fantastic Market Day on Monday. Thank you to <strong>the</strong> busy mums<br />
and dads in our community who were able to make it to our Market Day. It was a great opportunity<br />
to have a look at and purchase some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> great products our students have made to help <strong>the</strong><br />
environment. All stalls sold out very quickly so you had to be fast to grab a bargain. The children<br />
have spent <strong>the</strong> week reflecting on <strong>the</strong>ir learning in Financial Literacy and <strong>the</strong> Primary staff hope to<br />
ascertain who was <strong>the</strong> most entrepreneurial!<br />
On 25 April, ANZAC Day all students <strong>of</strong> ACG Sunderland are invited to come along and march in<br />
<strong>the</strong> ANZAC parade, meeting at 8:45am at Swanson School to Swanson RSA. Please wear your<br />
winter uniform if you are able to come and look for me once you are <strong>the</strong>re. Don’t forget to bring a<br />
poppy!<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> holidays I know many students will be reviewing <strong>the</strong>ir work in preparation for <strong>the</strong> internal<br />
Science, Math and English examinations. These will be for Year Five and Six students in Week<br />
Five <strong>of</strong> Term Two. Students need to take <strong>the</strong> time to go over your notes and jot down any questions<br />
<strong>the</strong>y might have to ask <strong>the</strong> teacher on <strong>the</strong>ir return. Please also take a look at ‘The Learning<br />
Journey’ for study skills you may not be aware <strong>of</strong>.<br />
The College Production, ‘Kapow’ was a real treat on Wednesday and Thursday evening. Huge<br />
congratulations to <strong>the</strong> cast <strong>of</strong> students and <strong>the</strong> staff who worked hard to make it a success. Well<br />
done!<br />
I have been invited to <strong>the</strong> grand premier <strong>of</strong> “Up <strong>the</strong> Creek”; a stream restoration comedy directed by
Community Waitakere Staff member, Simon Grant. This video was filmed at <strong>the</strong> end <strong>of</strong> 2012 with<br />
some ACG Sunderland students and I will be first in line to purchase a DVD <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> film to share with<br />
<strong>the</strong> Primary. O<strong>the</strong>r groups who took part in <strong>the</strong> film were Wai Care staff, West Auckland Historical<br />
Society, Henderson Primary School and Flanshaw Road School. A special viewing will be held in<br />
early in Term Two for interested students.<br />
We finished <strong>the</strong> Term with our Citizen Assembly and I felt<br />
very proud looking at <strong>the</strong> students who were awarded this<br />
certificate. Pictured with Mr <strong>Villars</strong> is <strong>the</strong> group <strong>of</strong><br />
recipients, Benny, Jack, Oliver, Victoria, Amelia and Jake.<br />
Well done.<br />
Do not forget Book Week is week Two in Term Two and<br />
on Tuesday that week we will hold our Book Parade.<br />
Please come in that day wearing a costume <strong>of</strong> your<br />
favourite book character! Put your thinking caps on and<br />
be creative as our librarian, Mrs Davies, may have prizes to give out on <strong>the</strong> day!<br />
Have a safe and restful holiday.<br />
Leanne Chartrand<br />
Primary Dean<br />
Sport in <strong>the</strong> Primary<br />
Weetbix Tryathlon<br />
On Sunday, 14 April, an enthusiastic group <strong>of</strong> students (twenty-three Primary and three College)<br />
participated in <strong>the</strong> Weetbix TRYathlon, which was held on <strong>the</strong> North Shore.<br />
It was a fantastic day out and it was great to see everyone try <strong>the</strong>ir best! For many children, this<br />
was <strong>the</strong>ir first time competing in such an event and I know that from everyone’s smiles afterwards,<br />
that <strong>the</strong>y really enjoyed <strong>the</strong>ir experience.<br />
The following children competed as an individual competitor and did <strong>the</strong> three (swim, cycle, run)<br />
disciplines: Oliver Farley-Wilson, Mackenzie McElroy, Tyler Glenn, Joshua Winson, Tegan<br />
Folwell, Nikita Gill, Jake Hynds, Victoria Mitchell, Lauren Mitchell, Mia Price, Briarna Higgs,<br />
Max Ogden, Vanessa-Rose Schonknecht, Amelia Earley, Emma Farley-Wilson, Toby Duff,<br />
Sophie and Hope Adams.
The following competitors competed as a team:<br />
Emilia Belchikova (swim) and Louie Liu (cycle and run).<br />
Alexandra Johnson (swim) and Daniel Abdul (cycle and run).<br />
Molly McPhee (swim and run) and Niket Shah (cycle).<br />
Ka<strong>the</strong>rine McElroy (swim and run) and Yasmin Christian (cycle).<br />
A big thank you to Mandy Allen who helped me organise this<br />
event and to all <strong>the</strong> parents who supported me too,<br />
help was greatly appreciated.<br />
Lastly, to every child who took part, I think you<br />
are all champions!!<br />
Reported by Miss Wujec<br />
Year Four Teacher<br />
Basketball<br />
ACG Sunderland Blazers played Holy Cross Lakers and lost 10-23. Player <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Day went to Daniel<br />
Abdul for showing great competitive spirit and giving it everything he had. This was a tough game but<br />
<strong>the</strong> team kept <strong>the</strong>ir heads up. Well done to Tyler Glenn for scoring our 10 points.<br />
ACG Sunderland Heat played Ranger All Stars and lost 0-22. Player <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Day went to Yong Yu Xian<br />
for her diligence around <strong>the</strong> court and some very good hustling.<br />
Football<br />
The Sunderland Waitemata10 th Grade Football played Te Atatu Colts at McLeod Park and drew <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
first game and won <strong>the</strong> second. Player <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Day went to Leo Larsen for excellent play all around <strong>the</strong><br />
field and for scoring two great goals.<br />
The Sunderland Waitemata 9 th Grade Football had a two all draw game. Player <strong>of</strong> Day went to Max<br />
Ogden for outstanding goal and determination.<br />
The Sunderland Waitemata 7th Grade Football Team, coached by College students Bradley<br />
Andrews, Hannah Fernandez and Paige Robson, had a game in <strong>the</strong> weekend. Player <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Day went<br />
to Connor McConnell (pictured with cup and certificate).
Staff Interview with Rebecca O’Donnell<br />
Our Spanish Teacher<br />
If you could be in ano<strong>the</strong>r House what one would it be? Findlay<br />
How long have you spoken Spanish? Seven years<br />
What’s your dream job? Interior Design<br />
What are your hobbies? Walking and baking<br />
Do you play sport? Yes, tennis and netball<br />
We all wish Rebecca well on her Scholarship to Spain and her OE. We will miss you.<br />
Interviewed by Yasmin Christian and Samantha Grace<br />
PrEP Market Day by Photos
Thank you to everyone for coming along to<br />
our PrEP Market Day. We learnt an awful lot<br />
and we had fun making our products. It was<br />
<strong>the</strong> best to seeing all our products being sold.<br />
<strong>From</strong> all <strong>the</strong> students and staff,<br />
ACG Sunderland
BOOK WEEK IS COMING<br />
We are having a Scholastic Book Fair at school during Week Two <strong>of</strong> Term Two.<br />
Please put this week into your diary; 13 th to 17 th . May.<br />
In this week <strong>the</strong>re will be a book display where you can purchase books. All purchases made helps<br />
our school library buy more books.<br />
.<br />
On Tuesday 14th May, we will hold our annual Character Parade. Everyone is encouraged to<br />
dress up as a book character.<br />
Then, Friday morning we are having a special author to visit . There will be o<strong>the</strong>r activities on in <strong>the</strong><br />
week , so keep an eye out for notices.<br />
(well perhaps not JK Rowling, but a well known New Zealand author will be in).<br />
Any questions please come and see me in <strong>the</strong> Library.<br />
Mrs Davies<br />
Librarian
College Section<br />
Merit Certificates<br />
Science<br />
Alisha Hart for First in AS Biology Biochemistry Topic Test<br />
Ria Sharma for First n Year 7 Science Characteristics <strong>of</strong> Life Topic Test<br />
Sean Clendon for Most Improved in Year 7 Science Characteristics <strong>of</strong> Life Topic Test<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>matics<br />
Ella Earley for Top Score Equal (100%) in Year 10 Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Measurement Test<br />
Young Cho for Top Score Equal (100%) in Year 10 Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Measurement Test<br />
Jacob Spokes for Most Improved in Year 10A Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Measurement Test<br />
Lachlan Haar for Most Improved in Year 10B Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Measurement Test<br />
Alex Parker and Daniel Wong for Top Score in AS Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Term One Assessment<br />
Charlotte Laing for Most Improved in AS Ma<strong>the</strong>matics Term One Assessment<br />
English<br />
Robert Burrell and Sharon Yong first in Year 9A English Paired Argument Assessment<br />
Jessica Sampson and Sam Vela for First equal in Year 9B English Paired Argument Assessment<br />
Mujtaba Ahadi, Hermula Loto and Veronica Semau for first equal in 9B English Paired<br />
Honours Badge<br />
Patrick Cook (4 Honours Certificates) and Shanley Greedus (3 Honours Certificates)<br />
Sport<br />
Orienteering<br />
With <strong>the</strong> wea<strong>the</strong>r against us, we knew we had to dig deep to get a good placing at <strong>the</strong> Auckland<br />
Secondary Schools Team Relays held at Ambury Regional Park, Mangere Bridge. We were not<br />
disappointed with <strong>the</strong> efforts!<br />
Our Senior Girls team; Jessica Sampson, Alisha Hart and Hannah Sampson placed fourth out <strong>of</strong><br />
nineteen teams. Well done girls. Our Senior Boys team <strong>of</strong> Patrick Newland, James Newland and<br />
Jayden Chapman were placed in <strong>the</strong> middle <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> group as were <strong>the</strong>ir Intermediate Boys; Jayden<br />
Chapman, Rowan Hart and Harrison Ng.<br />
Ambury Park is a tough course and<br />
not very forgiving, Jayden smashed<br />
his arm on some rocks but kept<br />
running to <strong>the</strong> end, well done<br />
Jayden (we have since learnt that<br />
he has broken his arm and is in<br />
plaster up past his elbow).<br />
We had some very impressive<br />
individual times for <strong>the</strong> 4.4km<br />
course.<br />
A great outcome from a great day.<br />
Reported by Mrs Ferguson<br />
Number One Fan and Manager
Zone Swimming<br />
Six students headed to <strong>the</strong> zone swimming compeon this year and was <strong>the</strong> first year that we were able to enter a<br />
relay team. The boys started well with Alex Tonkin taking <strong>the</strong> lead early but unfortunately we had a couple <strong>of</strong> swimmers<br />
who were too eager to get under way. Congratulaons Alex for qualifying for <strong>the</strong> Auckland Championships.<br />
Below are some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> key results from <strong>the</strong> day:<br />
Buerfly<br />
James Schonknecht 14 Sunderland School and College NT 33.66<br />
Alex Tonkin 16 Sunderland School and College NT 28.33<br />
Backstroke<br />
Lily Fletcher 13 Sunderland School and College NT 36.93<br />
James Schonknecht 14 Sunderland School and College NT 37.44<br />
Alex Tonkin 16 Sunderland School and College NT 31.96<br />
Breaststroke<br />
Francesca Third 16 Sunderland School and College NT 47.62<br />
Alex Tonkin 16 Sunderland School and College NT 34.22<br />
Joe Earley 16 Sunderland School and College NT 40.66<br />
Freestyle<br />
Lily Fletcher 13 Sunderland School and College NT 32.62<br />
James Schonknecht 14 Sunderland School and College NT 30.15<br />
Francesca Third 16 Sunderland School and College NT 37.90<br />
Alex Tonkin 16 Sunderland School and College NT 24.53<br />
Joe Earley 16 Sunderland School and College NT 31.84<br />
Breaking News<br />
Congratulaons to Alex Tonkin for finishing first in <strong>the</strong> Auckland Champs, held this week, in <strong>the</strong> 50 metre<br />
Freestyle .<br />
Well done Alex!<br />
Swanson Memorial RSA, ANZAC Day Service<br />
25 April 2013 at 9.00am<br />
8.45am<br />
9.00am<br />
9.15am<br />
Parade assemble by Swanson School, Swanson Road<br />
March <strong>of</strong>f with Kumeu Brass Band<br />
Arrive Swanson Memorial RSA<br />
Parade salute<br />
Parade received<br />
ROYAL SALUTE<br />
Welcome address<br />
NATIONAL ATHEM<br />
Address<br />
ABIDE BY ME<br />
Last Post<br />
Act <strong>of</strong> Remembrance<br />
Reveille<br />
Laying <strong>of</strong> Wreaths<br />
Kumeu Bras Band<br />
Parade Dismiss
Winter Uniform for Term Two and Term Three<br />
UNIFORM STANDARDS - COLLEGE<br />
GIRLS COLLEGE WINTER UNIFORM<br />
White blouse – tucked in<br />
College tie<br />
Skirt – knee length<br />
School jumper<br />
Yr 11-13 Girls Cardigan<br />
Shoes:<br />
Black lea<strong>the</strong>r shoes – lace-up or T-Bar (no sport style) with black tights<br />
Blazer must be worn to and from school and to formal occasions ie Assemblies.<br />
Sunderland cap<br />
Sunderland Track Suit for PE<br />
BOYS COLLEGE WINTER UNIFORM<br />
Long sleeved shirt - tucked in<br />
College tie<br />
Shorts OR trousers<br />
Jumper<br />
Shoes:<br />
Black lea<strong>the</strong>r lace-up shoes (non sport style) with Sunderland socks – pulled up<br />
Blazer must be worn to and from school and to formal occasions ie Assemblies.<br />
Sunderland Track Suit for PE<br />
UNIFORM STANDARDS - PRIMARY<br />
GIRLS PRIMARY WINTER UNIFORM<br />
Winter Tunic<br />
Long sleeved white shirt<br />
Looped Tie<br />
School jumper or cardigan<br />
Black lea<strong>the</strong>r shoes with black tights<br />
Blazer must be worn to and from school and to formal occasions ie Assemblies<br />
Sunderland Tracksuit<br />
BOYS COLLEGE WINTER UNIFORM<br />
Long sleeved white Shirt – tucked in<br />
Looped Tie<br />
School jumper<br />
Shorts<br />
Black lea<strong>the</strong>r shoes with navy school socks – pulled up<br />
Blazer must be worn to and from school and to formal occasions ie Assemblies<br />
Sunderland Tracksuit<br />
Winter Uniform is required for Term Two<br />
Second-Hand Uniform<br />
School Holidays Shop Hours: Week One: Tuesday 10.00amt12.00pm<br />
Week Two: Wednesday 1.00pm-3.00pm<br />
New Uniform Uniform Shop / ISC Lenco The Schoolwear Shop,<br />
80 Railside Avenue, Henderson<br />
Hours: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm, Saturday 10.00am—4.00pm Phone: 838 6164
Ground Crew<br />
After School Care—Holiday Programme<br />
ACG Sunderland After School Care Holiday programme have some vacancies available. We operate<br />
a fun programme with lots <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>f site activities. Movies, Kelly tarltons, Indoor carting just to<br />
name a few.<br />
Please contact Jennie Neville on 021 358 379 or email jennie.neville@acgedu.com if you would like <strong>the</strong><br />
use <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se services.<br />
Attendance<br />
If students are absent from school please ei<strong>the</strong>r phone and leave a message on <strong>the</strong> absence line (838<br />
7070), or email sunderlandattendance@acgedu.com<br />
Late arriving to school<br />
ALL College and Primary students MUST be signed in at reception and get a late slip from Mrs Eldridge to<br />
take to class.<br />
Lost Property<br />
All clothing and items brought to school, should be named to ensure it is returned to <strong>the</strong> owner if lost.<br />
Key Dates for Term Two<br />
The Term Planner will be posted to <strong>the</strong> website over <strong>the</strong> holidays. In <strong>the</strong> meantime here are <strong>the</strong> key dates:<br />
First day <strong>of</strong> Term Two<br />
Whole School ANZAC Assembly<br />
Book Week<br />
Book Parade<br />
Year Six Young Leaders Day<br />
Grandparents and Special Friends Morning<br />
Bale <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Bands<br />
Examinaons Yr 5‐13<br />
Open Day<br />
HPV Injecon (number two)<br />
Open Day<br />
Cup Cake Day<br />
Year 5 & Year 6 Science Fair<br />
House Sing Off<br />
Last Day <strong>of</strong> Term Two, Reports home<br />
Monday 06 May<br />
Monday 6 May<br />
Mon‐Fri 13 May<br />
Tuesday 14 May<br />
Thursday 23 May<br />
Friday 31 May<br />
Tuesday 21 May<br />
Wednesday‐Friday 5‐7June<br />
Saturday 15 June<br />
Thursday 20 June<br />
Saturday 16 June<br />
Monday 24 June<br />
Wednesday 3 July.<br />
Wednesday 3 July<br />
Friday 5 July
Help raise funds for ACG Sunderland.<br />
The NEW Entertainment Books are here!<br />
We're selling Books to raise funds for<br />
ACG Sunderland.<br />
Buy your book to discover <strong>the</strong> many valuable <strong>of</strong>fers in<br />
<strong>the</strong> NEW Auckland Entertainment Book!<br />
Books are packed with hundreds <strong>of</strong> up to 50% <strong>of</strong>f and<br />
2‐for‐1 <strong>of</strong>fers for <strong>the</strong> best restaurants, cafés, arac‐<br />
ons, hotel accommodaon, travel and much more!<br />
Selling for only $65, you'll receive $15,000 worth <strong>of</strong><br />
valuable <strong>of</strong>fers that you can use right away, up unl 1<br />
June 2014!<br />
Plus, <strong>the</strong> good news is that $13 from your Book purchase<br />
goes towards our fund‐raising towards a Parents<br />
and Friends project.<br />
Each Auckland Entertainment Book contains<br />
over $15,000 in valuable <strong>of</strong>fers. Here is just a<br />
taste <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers in <strong>the</strong> new Book:<br />
The more Books we sell <strong>the</strong> more we raise so please<br />
forward this email to your family and friends!<br />
Thank you for your connued support.<br />
See Ca<strong>the</strong>rine Ferguson for a book or order online by<br />
hps://www.entertainmentbook.co.nz/orderbooks/<br />
A sample book is on display at school.<br />
"Each year I only need to use my Entertainment Book twice for it to pay for itself and I save all year long"<br />
— Ca<strong>the</strong>rine, ACG Sunderland
Thank you to <strong>the</strong> following Sponsors and Supporters <strong>of</strong> ACG Sunderland. We greatly appreciate <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
assistance. Please consider <strong>the</strong>m if requiring a product a service <strong>the</strong>y provide.<br />
Gold Sponsors<br />
School Contact Details<br />
Silver Sponsors<br />
A P P A R E L<br />
<strong>the</strong><br />
schoolwear<br />
shop<br />
The The Edley Family<br />
The Schoolwear Shop<br />
80 Railside Avenue<br />
Henderson, Waitakere Auckland<br />
Ph: 838 6164<br />
Email: enquiries@isclenco.co.nz<br />
Exterior Cleaning<br />
The Higgs Family<br />
The Higgs Family<br />
Phone: 817 9811 Fax: 818 3729 Mobile: 0274 861 221<br />
Bronze Sponsors<br />
Wairere Nursery Ltd – Davey-Lusk Family<br />
www.succulents.co.nz<br />
phone: 810 9699<br />
Henderson Electrical – Eldridge Family<br />
Phone 838 6940<br />
Active Security – Sharma Family<br />
Phone 0800 422 848<br />
Ray White (Buy West Realty) – Voordouw Family<br />
www.buywest.co.nz<br />
School Office: Phone: 838 7070 Fax: 838 7040<br />
Address:6 Waipareira Avenue, Henderson, Waitakere 0610<br />
Email: sunderland@acgedu.com<br />
Attendance: sunderlandattendance@acgedu.com<br />
Web: www.acgedu.com<br />
Kids At School Care<br />
After School Care Programme<br />
Ms Jennie Neville<br />
Phone: 021 358 379<br />
Email: jennie.neville@acgedu.com<br />
Parents & Friends<br />
Chairman: Simon Jaffe 0274 964 034,<br />
Email: simon.Jaffe@jarussell.co.nz<br />
Secretary: Sonya Eldridge 838 7070<br />
Treasurer: Denise Mitchell 027 612 2100 or 412 2100<br />
STARS<br />
is now incorporated with Parents and Friends<br />
Uniform Shop /<br />
ISC Lenco The Schoolwear Shop<br />
80 Railside Avenue, Henderson<br />
Hours: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm<br />
Saturday 10.00am—4.00pm<br />
Phone: 838 6164