Nor'West News: July 02, 2019

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WITH MARY IN FAITH
TĀTOU KO MERE E WHAKAPONO ANA
MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD
Thank you to everyone who contributed ideas and feedback as part of our first phase
of consultation as we plan for our new school.
As well as the online survey, feedback was gathered from Post-It Stations at various
school events and from student House Groups and workshops.
A Community Consultation Report is now with the design team to assist in developing
the preliminary concept design for the new school.
The key findings in the report shows our community would like a new school which:
► Reflects Marian’s Roman Catholic Special Character, values, story and history
► Is inclusive and supportive. For example, reflects and celebrates Māori, Asian and
Pasifika cultures
► Fosters Marian’s family environment and supports small class sizes
► Has designated and comfortable spaces to pray, eat, prepare, teach, learn and be
together
► Is eco-friendly and sustainable
► Has full-sized, modern facilities designed to be functional and welcoming
► Has plenty of green, leafy space.
The full report is available on the Marian College website.
SERVICE IN THE COMMUNITY
This term, Marian students have filled paper bags with more than 200
non-perishable food items for Christchurch families in need.
During the July school holidays, Marian students will be working in the
Stanmore Road St Vincent de Paul shop. Please call in with your preloved
gently used clothing and household items and say hi.
Marian College has a long tradition of service. Both students and staff
members are actively involved and contribute positively to the wider
community. All students complete at least six hours of meaningful
service within the school and community, every year.
SOFTBALL WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
Year 10 New School Workshops
Reminder: Year 9 2020 Marian College
enrolment applications close 1pm
Friday 26 July, 2019
WE WELCOME YOUR QUESTIONS
We have had many questions from families, prospective families and the wider
community about the relocation and rebuild of Marian College.
The Marian College website is your first port of call for all Marian news and
information as well as progress updates on the new school.
A regularly updated document is available on the school website to assist with
inquiries. Visit www.mariancollege.school.nz/newschool and click on the ‘New
School Questions & Answers’ button.
If we haven’t answered what you need to know on the website – please email or
phone the school office, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Congratulations to Year 10 student Brie-Ellen Harding and the Canterbury Baby Hawks
who came second to the Philippines in the Softball World Championship U16 Women’s
division, held in the Czech Republic from 13 - 23 June.
Next stop, Brie-Ellen (pictured back, fifth from the left) will be travelling to Queensland,
with the New Zealand Developing Sox Girls U15 squad, to compete in this month’s
Friendship Series. Good luck Brie-Ellen, we are very proud of you!
UC’S YOUNGEST FEMALE PHD
Natasha Mazey, a 23-year-old former
Marian College student, may be the
youngest female in the University of
Canterbury’s almost 150-year history,
to earn a doctorate. Natasha began her
academic journey studying commerce and
digital technologies at Marian College,
which she enjoyed.
UC describes her as an ‘unstoppable force
of nature’ - congratulations Natasha on
your remarkable achievement!
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