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Wisdom through learning : Akona to matauranga kia mōhio
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WELCOME TO 2021!
PRINCIPAL/TUMUAKI COMMENTS Kia ora koutou Ngā mihi o te tau hau. Welcome to a new year. I feel honoured to start this year as the new principal of Darfield High School and say a big “thanks” to your Board of Trustees for choosing me. I was drawn to this role as I enjoy rural schools with a strong sense of community, because it’s clear there’s some work to be done (which I enjoy) to restore the school’s place in the community, and because it’s pretty close to my home of Greymouth. I've been really impressed with all the students I’ve met so far, with positive energy, great manners and open, thoughtful nature. Most seem to be excited and happy to be back at school. There is a lot of good work happening with staff, for example the introduction of whānau time to build student culture around values and capabilities, and the evidence I’ve seen from last year’s NCEA grades shows we have staff who know their subject and care about their students. Last year’s NCEA grades are provisional, as it’s still possible to appeal or do further assessments on 2020 NCEA, up until 28 February 2021. But the basic pattern is extremely good, especially considering the crazy year that 2020 was: our grades have actually gone up at Levels 2 and 3 and UE and
are all around or above national averages, with Level 2 being well above. Level 1 dropped a bit, like the rest of the country—these students were hardest hit by Covid lockdown as they’d only just started NCEA, so we really did well there, too. Male students did very well last year, especially at Level 2. Endorsements were up and down, with no real trend, but that’s also in line with the national picture as students (and staff) generally focused on ‘getting through’ NCEA rather than on Excellence. Overall, I’m very impressed and assured that we have highly capable students, well supported at home, and staff. I’m not going to pretend everything is perfect (no school is) and I’m going to take some time, working with Gillian Simpson, to better understand the situation before I say more. Part of that will be for me to listen to all parts of our community as we look again at our intended vision and values—work I hope to conclude by the end of Term 2.
I was born in Sheffield, UK, and brought up just south of there, then moved to be close to my grandparents (and rivers and mountains) in Aberdeen, Scotland, before moving to Greymouth, NZ, in 2001. I taught Geography and Tourism at Greymouth High School before becoming Deputy Principal and then Principal there in 2013. I have two sons, 14 and 10, who stay in Greymouth and I live here with my partner and three young children. I enjoy the outdoors: whitewater kayaking and mountain biking, a bit of hunting and generally just being in beautiful landscapes. I enjoy working with teenagers and feel privileged to do a job in which I can contribute to the lives of a community. The success, in terms agreed by their family, of every child at DHS is really important to me. Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou Andy England Principal
So, who am I? Ko Paparoa te pae maunga whakaruruhau Ko Taramakau te awa whakaora Ko Clan Gunn te iwi Ko Grampian, Scotland, tōku tūrangawaewae Kei Darfield ahau e noho ana.
DHS SWIMMING SPORTS
Monday 22 February Darfield Community Swimming Pool
Parents and Caregivers Welcome
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School Notices DHS Canteen Orders Students are reminded to place canteen orders at interval, for lunchtime pickup. DHS Assemblies: NEW DAY A reminder to students to bring your Blazer every Friday. Contact Details It is important that we have your correct contact details; please let us know of any changes. Reporting Absences/Sick Students Please let us know if your student is going to be absent. To report an absence, telephone the school on 318 8411 and leave a message, or email absences@ darfield.school.nz Emails sent to other addresses may not be cleared before a text message is sent to you. School Bank Account Darfield High School ASB Bank Limited, Riccarton 12-3147-0207317-00 Please include the student’s name and the reason for the payment, eg Camp Fees. This information is also on the Contact Us page of the school website. School Buses Any changes to your student's normal daily bus routine should be communicated directly with our Bus Controller, Amy Tangney, via email on at@darfield. school.nz She will contact you directly only if there is any issue with the change. Reminder for Bus Students When students arrive at school in the morning, they should go into school and not elsewhere. Students are not permitted to go into Darfield to get their lunch or buy any other food/drink items. Once the students are on the bus, we are responsible for their safety and that is why they are to enter the school when they get off the bus. 2020 School Magazine If you ordered and paid for a 2020 Magazine, but haven't collected it, you can still pick it up from Shona in the office.
Term One Dates Monday 1 February – Thursday 16 April
Monday 22 February • House Swimming Tuesday 23 February • House Swimming pp day • PTSA Meeting 7.30 pm Wednesday 24 February • Bus Monitor Training Monday 25 February • Rural College Year 11 Practical Day Friday 26 February • Sports Day Saturday 27 February • SISS Tennis Championships Timaru (27-28 February) Sunday 28 February • Years 7-8 NZ Cricket Rd 3 Boys cup and Girls Shield • Weetbix Kids Triathlon Monday 1 March • Selwyn Combined Athletics - Ngā Puna Wai Friday 5 March • Selwyn Sports Triathlon/Duathlon • Colours Assembly 10.30 am Sunday 7 March • SISS Triathlon and Duathlon - Oamaru Harbour Tuesday 9 March • BOT Meeting 6.00 pm Wednesday 10 March • Years 10-13 Ugly Shakespeare Tour Group Performance Thursday 11 March • Year 13 Rural College Practical Day Friday 12 March • SISS Mountain Bike Champs Mt Hutt (12-14 March) Click Here
DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL ONLINE CALENDAR Keep up to date with School events by adding the Darfield High School Calendar to your own calendar. (Instructions on our website.)
Darfield High School PTSA
NEW MEMBERS NEEDED Come along and join the wonderful school helpers and fundraisers. All money raised goes back into the school to help our students.
Celebrating the successes of our students is important. There are a number of areas that students excel in. Whether this is part of or outside of the DHS community, please feel free to let us know, so we can celebrate their achievements with the whole community. ISSUE 1 / DHS DISPATCH
Queries: ptsa@darfield.school.nz Next meeting
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Senior Leadership MS TRISH EVANS DEPUTY PRINCIPAL pe@darfield.school.nz
MR MATT MAUDE DEPUTY PRINCIPAL mm@darfield.school.nz
MR ANDY ENGLAND PRINCIPAL ae@darfield.school.nz
MR SAM FORWARD DEPUTY PRINCIPAL sf@darfield.school.nz
MRS LYNDA MILNER EXECUTIVE OFFICER lynda@darfield.school.nz
2021 COHORT LEADERS
MRS AMANDA MACPHERSON YEAR 7 DEAN am@darfield.school.nz
MS MEGAN PEPPER YEAR 8 DEAN mp@darfield.school.nz
MRS JEMMA RANGI YEAR 11 DEAN jr@darfield.school.nz
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MR SHAWN GOUGH YEAR 9 DEAN go@darfield.school.nz
MISS CHARLOTTE WALKER YEAR 12 DEAN cw@darfield.school.nz
MRS KATH WILSON YEAR 10 DEAN kw@darfield.school.nz
MR REX SMITH YEAR 13 DEAN rs@darfield.school.nz
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Having completed my training at the end of 2019, I have spent the past year working as a day relief teacher at Linwood College. Before retraining as a teacher, I spent five years as a Senior Driver Testing Officer in Christchurch, where I live with my wife and our English Springer Spaniel puppy, Sammie, who keeps us pretty busy outside of school. I am looking forward to working at DHS and getting to know you all as we explore the exciting world of Commerce.
Hi. I'm Andrew Lee, the new Head of Commerce in 2021. I have been teaching Commerce for the last five years at Shirley Boys' High School and look forward to my new role at Darfield High School.
My wife and I bought our first house in Rolleston a little over a year ago and it's nice to be teaching "just down the road". I'm originally from Invercargill, attended Southland Boys' High School and then went to study a Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Otago and a Graduate Diploma in Teaching & Learning at the University of Canterbury. In my spare time, I play basketball and water polo in Christchurch and have hobbies such as watching sport and barbecuing.
Kia ora. I’m Cat Lourie. This is my second year of teaching, and you’ll find me in the English Department at Darfield High School.
Kia ora! My name is Emily Dawson and I am very excited to be joining the Social Sciences department as a Social Studies and Geography teacher. This is my first year of teaching and I feel very lucky to have been welcomed so warmly by both ākonga and staff. I am looking forward to absorbing as much knowledge and information as I can throughout 2021 and I cannot wait to get to know you all better. ISSUE 1 / DHS DISPATCH
Welcome New Staff
Kia ora koutou katoa. I am Josh Jackson and am very excited to be joining the Darfield High School Commerce Department, where I will be teaching Senior Business Studies, Year 11 Economics, and the Year 7 Enterprise Studies programme.
I spent last year teaching down in remote, beautiful Te Anau, so I am enjoying having a shorter commute to family and friends here in Canterbury, while still being near the mountains. DHS has been really welcoming and I am looking forward to my time here.
Welcome back, Kimberley Kensington, Year 7 Homeroom teacher, and Kerry Sullivan-Croote, who is teaching Science
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Clockwise from Top Left: • Head Students using the blackboard to update students on the weeks activities. • The DHS Kapa Haka group at a recent practice. • Library activities: Chess, Exploding Kittens card game and Dominoes. • Oliver! Production practice. • The Student Leaders are introduced to students and receive their badges. • Mr Andy England talking to students at the first full assembly for the year.
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Something Mysterious Has Happened in 8IC!
Welcome to the wonderful Wizarding World of Year 8
STUDENT SUCCESSES From 21 to 24 January, Chloe Newbigging participated in the Swimming Canterbury and West Coast Long Course Champs in Dunedin. Also competing were Kimberly Harris, also in Selwyn Swim Club, and Zahara Sutton (Waitaha Swim Club). The girls spent a fair bit of their holidays attending swim camps and training, often twice a day. It was the first time they had competed in a 50 m pool since this time last year and consisted of heats in the morning and finals in the afternoon. The three girls swam well, reaching the finals in many of their races, with Chloe making some super finals (fastest eight out of all ages). Chloe finished with the following results in her 15-16 women's age group: Gold for 100 m (3rd overall in opens) and 200 m Backstroke and 400m Individual Medley (3rd overall in open age group), Silver in 50 m Backstroke, 200 m Individual Medley and Girls Freestyle Relay team, and Bronze for Girls Medley relay team. Kimberly also attended the Canterbury Development Champs this weekend and won silver for her 50 m Fly.
Chloe Newbigging at the Swimming Canterbury and West Coast Long Course Championships
Charlotte Thomas enjoyed success at the recent New Zealand Pony Club Dressage Championships. She captained the Canterbury Dressage team at the National Champs where they managed to defend their National Teams title. Charlotte also won the Senior Individual title and Senior Pairs award. She also took out the National Secondary Schools award for the highest placed NZ rider attending high school.
Photo Credit: Tania Clarke
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STUDENT SUCCESSES
Four DHS students competed in last weekend's Coast to Coast multisport competition. Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill and Emily Morrison took on the challenge and entered as a tandem team, The Young Ones. They finished the two-day race in a very impressive 17:53:00. They placed 52nd out of 71 teams in this event. Congratulations girls, on a massive effort!
Johnny Millar
Austin Pedler
Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill and Emily Morrison at the Sumner Beach finish line
Two other students, Austin Pedler and Johnny Millar, competed in the individual mountain run, with the following results: Johnny Millar, 04:32:47. Placed 22nd out of 186 Austin Pedler, 05:05:19. Placed 49th out of 186 Congratulations to all those who took part.
Years 7 and 8
DHS Cricket Yesterday, the Darfield Boys lost to Clearview in the Cup match. Thanks to all the players and supporters, including the 1st XI who helped our team out. Gus Ferguson made his half century. Good job, Gus. The Girls team had a great win over Tai Tapu. There were some pretty stand-out players. Maddy Judd hit 13 4s and a 6. Charli Maley took four wickets in her first ever competition game! The Girls team have made it through to the finals and will play next against Kaiapoi North.
Action shots of Lexie Sinclair-Dockerill and Emily Morrison during the race
Emily Waters was crowned the Queen of the Withers after winning the Withers Run in Blenheim during the summer holidays. She had entered for the first time and had an outstanding run on the uphill section, winning the 10 km course in 51.10. Congratulations, Emily.
QUEEN OF THE WITHERS
STUDENT SUCCESSES
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2021 Head Students 2021 Head Students (Left to Right): Niamh Guy, Ria Kelly, Matthew Ashworth, Sophie Clarke, Katie Molloy, Leah Hamilton-Cross and Becky Bruce
2021 Student Leaders 2021 Students Leaders (Left to Right): Matthew Ashworth, Campbell Barrett, Z'Arn Payne, Rira Takahashi, Will Davidson, Emma Daniel-Wilson, Rosa Dunnlogan, Isaac Earl, Zahara Sutton, Lily Cameron, Sophie Clarke, Zara Whelan, Molly Batstone, Katie Molloy, Becky Bruce, Leah Hamilton-Cross, Ella van der Wilt, Caitlin Knowles, Niamh Guy, Ria Kelly, Heidi Lovelock, Heather Hamilton and Emily Cullen
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Kia Ora. I am Matthew and I am one of the Head Students for this year. I have been at DHS since I was in Year 7. I am really looking forward to getting to know the students of DHS and working alongside a great team of Student Leaders to make 2021 a blast for you all. I look forward to seeing you all around the school.
Hey everyone! My name is Sophie Clarke and I'm so excited to be one of your Head Students this year. I'm really looking forward to getting to know you all and working alongside the amazing team of student leaders to organise some cool events and bring some new ideas into the school.
Hi. My name is Katie Molloy and I am one of your Deputy Head Students for 2021. I'm super excited to help make the school an exciting place and bring in new opportunities this year. I am also looking forward to a productive year full of fun school events, and can't wait to see what 2021 will bring.
Hi! My name is Leah HamiltonCross and I am the Head of Wellbeing this year. I’m really looking forward to bringing new activities and opportunities to the school. My goal is to make this year positively memorable for all students and for them to be proud to be a part of Darfield High. ISSUE 1 / DHS DISPATCH
My name is Ria Kelly and I'll be one of your Deputy Head Students this year! I've been going to school in Darfield from a little Year 1 to Year 13 now, so I'm excited to be working with our awesome Student Leaders team and the rest of the school, to make lots of good memories in 2021. Come have a yarn if you see us; we're looking forward to working with and getting to know y'all. Ka kite!
Kia Ora! My name is Niamh Guy and I am your Head of Culture this year! I can't wait to organise some awesome events for everyone to take part in. Culture helps us thrive at school. Whether you're a new student or have been here for a while, get involved and let's create some lifelong memories together.
Hi. I am Becky Bruce and I am the Head of Sport this year. I’m really excited to get this year going, to get everyone involved and to see some great sports being played. 11
Mihi Whakatau Nau mai. Haere Mai. Welcome.
On Tuesday 2 February, we welcomed, with a Mihi Whakatau (official welcome), our new Principal, Andy England, and new staff members Josh Jackson, Andrew Lee, Cat Lourie and Emily Dawson. We also welcomed 113 Year 7 students as they begin their journey here. 12
Deputy Principal, Sam Forward, welcomed everyone on behalf of the school. He talked about how as a school we value relationships and developing the whole person. He said, "Today is an exciting day in our school's history as we welcome you all, our new people, to our kura".
As a school, we value relationships, and today is the start of forming those relationships with you all. You are now part of the DHS whānau. Nau mai. Haere Mai. Welcome. 19 FEBRUARY 2021
Nau mai. Haere Mai. Welcome.
Nau mai. Haere Mai. Welcome.
May peace be widespread. May the sea be like greenstone; a pathway for all of us this day. Let us show respect for each other, for one another. Bind us all together.
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Settling In WELCOME TO DARFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
In the first weeks of DHS, I've done Science, Maths, Social Studies, French, Te Reo Māori, Homeroom and PE. I have liked PE and Homeroom because Homeroom is easy and PE is fun. I am looking forward to Term 3 because I can participate in Motocross. James King
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Hi. My name is Abbie Driscoll and I have just started at Darfield High School. My form class is 7LD. I have really enjoyed getting to meet new people and start new subjects. So far I have most enjoyed homeroom and food tech. I am very excited for when I get to do drama. 14
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The first weeks of school have been really exciting. We have been doing lots of classes, including Science, PE, Maths, Homeroom, Enterprise and DTG. We will get to try lots of other subjects as our option subjects change throughout the year. Jack Cleaver and Mitchell Whyte
Since starting Darfield High School, I have started learning Te Reo Māori and French, which I like doing. I have enjoyed learning about new things and finding out more about the school. I am looking forward to changing options and learning even more subjects. Maddi Shaw
Hello my name is Ethan Greenwood. My last two weeks of DHS have been a lot of fun. My favourite part of school has been Homeroom, PE, Maths, Cooking, Science and I’m looking forward to doing more Science experiments.
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When a student begins at Darfield High School, they become a member of one of the four Houses. Each House is run by a Staff Leader and a House Leader, a Year 12 or 13 student who liaises with the students. The House system encourages a positive atmosphere at Darfield High School and to enhance participation in events and relationships among students. Students participate in various events, covering sporting, cultural and academic activities, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute. Placing in specific events and participation in events are both rewarded, provided that students are honouring the spirit of the event.
Tawera: Hayden de Burger and Kelly Rod Waimakariri: Carwyn Chaffey and Tierlina Payne Rawhiti: Aidan Strowger Kikorangi: Emma Daniel-Wilson and Rosa Dunnlogan
INTRODUCING OUR 2021 HOUSE LEADERS Nau mai, Hoki mai Welcome to 2021. For some, this will be a warm welcome to a new beginning at our school. Let me introduce or remind you of the services we are able to provide for our Tamariki and Whanau through DHS Counsellors. Our aim is to support the wellbeing and safety of all students at Darfield High to enable our young people to achieve their full potential. We are professionally trained counsellors, registered members of the New Zealand Association of Counsellors, and we work according to the NZAC Code of Ethics. We maintain confidentiality unless there is a serious and imminent risk to safety.
Some of what counsellors/ Kaitohutohu do: • Provide a safe, confidential environment for students and family. • Listen to concerns. • Assist students to make the changes they want. • Teach skills for living (eg anger management, problem solving, decision making, motivation, effective communication). • Assist with alcohol/drug concerns, stress, planning and setting goals, family break-up, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, coping with change, fear and anxiety, or any other concern. • Act as advocate for the student at suspension hearings. • Refer to outside agencies for extended support if necessary.
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You will find us in the Student Services Block (D Block). Students can self-refer by filling out a request or emailing, or just popping in to ask for an appointment. Parents are welcome to contact us and staff often refer students to us. Issues may be large or small! Don't wait for a crisis. If unsure, come and chat. We are here to help.
Louise Hamilton Tuesdays and Thursdays lh@darfield.school.nz Ext 737 19 FEBRUARY 2021
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PEER SUPPORT Over the last couple of weeks, our Peer Support leaders have been working with us in the Year 7 classes. The first time Peer Support came, we played name games and did activities to help us to get to know our classmates; they even came to our first option class with us. The second time, we played games that helped us with communication and cooperation. We had games like lining up from youngest to oldest, getting sticky notes with things like animals, sport, food, vehicles, colours and objects and then finding our groups, and we played a chair game called fruit salad. Our Peer Support Leaders also went to House Assemblies with us and made sure we knew where to go. It has been fun doing the Peer Support games and working with our leaders. Tessa Bamford and Lacy Homes
7CC in the library completing the library scavenger hunt.
Getting to know our classmates
Enterprise Option: Students were focusing on how limited resources can be used to make things. This will lead into looking at how things are made and the use of different resources.
FUNDRAISING
FOR SPORT
SUPPORT
SPORT!
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DHS have set up a Facebook page, for parents, guardians or friends of Darfield High School. Sport plays an important part in the lives of our children so it is essential that they have the opportunities to participate in regular physical activities. To do this we need to ensure that we have the funding available to deliver these opportunities and make it available to all students. We welcome anyone interested in supporting our fundraising initiatives and any ideas that you may have. 19 FEBRUARY 2021
WRAPS
PRICE
Butter Chicken Wrap 1/2 Wraps (Ham, Chicken or Vege)
RICE DISHES
$5.00 $4.00
PRICE
Teriyaki Chicken on Rice (Cold) Butter Chicken on Rice (Hot) Rice Balls (See Selection) Sushi (See Selection)
SANDWICHES
$5.50 $5.50 $2.50 $4.00
PRICE
Sandwiches (See Selection)
$3.00
s o b m Csoo available! al
ROLLS
PRICE
Rolls (Ham, Beef, Chicken or Vege) Crispy Chicken Roll Garlic Bread Plain Garlic Bread Cheesy
BURGERS LOOSE CHANGE
PRICE
Hash Brown Hot Dog Chicken Tender Wedges Popcorn
TREATS
$1.00 $3.50 $2.00 $3.00 $2.20
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Mrs Higgins Brownie Bites Fruit and Jelly Cup Caramel Slice Chocolate Slice Juicies
$2.00 $2.00 $3.00 $3.00 $2.00
$5.50 $3.60 $2.20 $2.50
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Cheese Burger Chicken Burger
FRESH BAKED
$4.00 $5.50
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Muffins (Blueberry, Banana, Apple)
DRINKS
$2.00
PRICE
See Selection
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YEAR THIRTEEN
Dress Code Key considerations: • The desire for a high standard of dress through providing guidelines for an appropriate standard of dress. • Year 13 demonstrating leadership in action and appearance. • Allowing some choice in recognition of senior role in school. • The normal day wear for Year 13 students is either school uniform or very tidy mufti. Year 13 students are the student leaders in the school and their standard of dress should be equivalent to the formality of the normal school uniform. It is expected that students who represent the school at formal events will wear a school blazer or a formal black blazer. Very Tidy Mufti: • Shorts or trousers with zip fly • Skirts or dresses • Collared shirt or blouse • Blazer, jersey, cardigan, jacket • Rain jacket • Tie for formal occasions, eg Prize-giving, Assemblies during Terms 2 and 3 • Students should bring a change of clothes when required for sports activities Appropriate mufti is: • Clean, tidy and in good condition • Modest (ie all clothing should cover from shoulder to midthigh – no midriff showing) • Boys should be clean shaven • Jewellery (no visible piercings, except in ears) and make-up should not be excessive • Appropriate to situations (eg, for health and safety reasons, covered footwear is to be worn in Science Labs, Food and Nutrition Room, and Design Technology Rooms) • Any words, logos or images must be appropriate for school situation, eg no alcohol or drug connotations or offensive language Not permitted: • Sportswear: sports shoes, track pants, sports shorts, rugby jerseys • Beachwear • T-Shirts or singlets Hoodies or sweatshirts Extreme hair styles If unsure if an item is permitted, please check with the school in advance of wearing an item to school
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These guidelines relate to the use of any digital device, not owned by the school, that is used at school or on school activities. These devices include: laptops, tablets, mobile phones, music players and cameras. These guidelines form part of the Digital Citizenship Agreement signed by all staff and students.
BYOD
Bring Your Own Device Guidelines USE IN CLASS Devices should be turned off and put away in class and during school activities (including EOTC) unless the teacher has given approval for them to be used. • This includes listening to music, texting and making or receiving phone calls. • Teachers may confiscate items likely to detrimentally affect the learning environment, endanger safety, or when their use has not been approved. The digital contents of devices brought to school may be searched.
USE OUT OF CLASS Devices should not be used in a manner that is disruptive to learning or the wider school environment. • Content on the device must be appropriate to the school environment. • Teachers may confiscate items likely to detrimentally affect the learning environment, endanger safety, or when their use has not been approved. The digital contents of devices brought to school may be searched.
Personal music and other audio may be listened to only if it is not heard by others. • This usually means using earphones set at low volume.
Digital images (video and photos) or audio may be recorded only with the direct approval of a teacher and with the permission of any people being recorded who can be identified.
BYOD Bring Your
Own Devices
• Images or audio recorded at school or on school activities may be used for non-school purposes (eg media or personal Facebook) only with the permission of the Principal.
Student BYOD devices are not able to access the school network except via WiFi to access the internet. Devices are brought to school at the owner’s risk.
• Owners take responsibility for ensuring the device is insured and kept secure when at school. • Devices should be brought to school fully charged.
YEARS 7 AND 8 Phones should not be used during the school day (including interval and lunchtime). Preferably, they should not be brought to school. Students who need to bring a phone to school should turn them off when they arrive at school and leave them in their bags, or bring a padlock and use the classroom device lockers. Phones can be collected at the end of the day.
YEARS 9 AND 10
Very few students, parents or teachers want mobile phones banned completely Over 60% of Students, parents and teachers want phones to be either off and in bags or used only with permission.
YEARS 11 - 13
At the start of the lesson, put phones into the classroom pockets.
Phones should be silent and put away in class.
If a teacher wants phones to be used, students can collect them from the pockets and then return them afterwards.
Your teacher may ask some or all students to use the classroom pockets.
Phones are not to be kept in students own pockets.
If a teacher wants phones to be used, students can use them, then put them away afterwards.
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Triathlon Lake Crichton
On Friday 12 February, 17 DHS students competed in the Lake Crichton Triathlon/Duathlon. This replaced our usual triathlon around the streets of Darfield. Those students competing in the Triathlon swam, ran and biked their way around the Short Course at Lake Crichton. Lake Crichton is an extremely safe, naturally heated, man-made lake in a tranquil setting: the perfect place for our athletes to complete the 150 m swim, 1.5 km run, 8 km bike, finishing with a 2.25 km run. Well done to all those who competed and thank you to the parents involved. For full results click on the webscorer link below.
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Routines and Behaviour Student behaviour is of utmost importance. Bus Monitors monitor the school’s expectations and have direct contact with Ms Tangney, the Bus Controller. They are trusted and valued students who have the full support of the staff. The following guidelines are to be observed by all students: • No behaviour that distracts the driver is permitted • All body parts are to remain inside the vehicle at all times • Nothing is to be thrown from the openings of the vehicle • Students are to remain seated throughout the journey • ANY form of BULLYING is unacceptable • No food or drink is to be consumed while on the bus • Yelling or abusive language is unacceptable • Politely follow instructions or any request given by the driver or bus monitor. Early Departure of Buses The Principal will decide whether circumstances call for sending some or all students home early. The Principal will notify the school community of these decisions and other actions will be taken by students and the Bus Controller. Accidents Firstly, if an accident occurs, remain seated and calm. There are a number of steps students are to take when such situations arise. Follow the instructions of either the bus driver or the bus monitors. Be Safe on your Journey When waiting for your bus: • Stand back from the road • Concentrate on the road, the traffic and anything else happening around you • Wait until the bus has stopped before boarding in single file • Let the younger children go first • Do not cross the road until the bus is at least two power poles away For Parents • Any student wishing to travel on a bus they are not enrolled on must bring a note from a caregiver or parent requesting this; the note should be given to the school office before 11.15 am on the day concerned or emailed directly to the Bus Controller directly • Once the bus arrives at school, students must enter the school grounds • Reduce your speed to 20 km/h when passing a stationary school bus For more information about buses, visit: http://darfield.school.nz/enrolment/buses Bus Controller Ms A Tangney at@darfield.school.nz
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HAVE A GO DAY!
Students were invited to come along to the Quad at lunchtime last Wednesday, to try out some of the fun things to do at Darfield High’s first “Have A Go Day!” this year. They could take part in what our Music, Drama, Languages, Art and Rural College areas have to offer.
Farewell
After six years at Darfield, it is time for a change, and I’m excited to be moving on to a new adventure: walking the North Island leg of Te Araroa. I want to say thank you to all of the DHS staff who have supported the international students and programme during my time. I’m really proud of all of our international students and their achievements, and the culture we have created within our cohort. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed our experiences together on school holiday trips, the ski programme, outdoor education outings, and volunteer tree planting. I’ve also been really grateful for the community support and, especially, our wonderful host families. Finally, I couldn’t have done my job without the amazing International Department staff. Thank you so much, Shona, Sumi and Zuzana for all your help and support. Nicola Hely 24
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INTERNATIONAL Department
A Kiwi Summer
Usually, our international students would all return to their home countries for the summer holidays. It’s a chance to refresh, spend time with their friends and family, go to the dentist and enjoy their own cuisine. These past holidays they were unable to do so if they wanted to continue their New Zealand education. I was proud of the way the students were able to stay positive and make new plans for their holidays. They all joined at least one Smylies Tours trip and travelled to new places like the North Island. As well as these trips, we had regular activities around our local area, such as visiting New Brighton Beach, shopping, going to the Darfield Pool, and playing sports at school. We even tried our hand at making some yummy bubble tea, thanks to a kit from Boba Lab. I’d like to thank the students for their positive attitudes, and all their host families for taking such great care of them during the summer holidays. Nicola Hely ISSUE 1 / DHS DISPATCH
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You will have the option to choose either a BONUS Countdown Gift Card or a JB Hi-Fi eGift Card in the denomination assigned to the Membership product purchased. You must redeem your choice of BONUS eGift/Gift Card within 60 days from the date of purchase from the Entertainment portal. Your BONUS Countdown Gift Card will be sent by mail within 30 days after choosing your BONUS Gift Card in the Entertainment portal. Your BONUS JB Hi-Fi eGift Card will be sent by email within 30 days after choosing your BONUS eGift Card in the Entertainment portal. The link to the portal to choose your BONUS eGift/Gift Card will expire on the 14 June 2021.
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Darfield High School are on the look out for volunteers to assist students with reading and writing at assessment time. This takes place at the school, during the school hours that fit with your schedule. If you are willing to give an hour or two to help students here, please contact Elaine in the School office: Phone 318 8411 or Email elaine@darfield.school.nz
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DARFIELD GYMNASTICS CLUB
MĀORI EDUCATION TRUST 2021 SECONDARY SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships and Criteria
Value
Edward Carlton Holmes Memorial Scholarship Available to secondary students who are a registered beneficiary of the Ngāti Kahungunu Ki Wairarapa Tāmaki Nui ā Rua Post Settlement Governance Entity (PSGE).
GYMNASTIC CLASSES—TERM 1 Varies
Māori Education Trust Years 10 to 13 Scholarship Available to Years 10 to 13 Māori students with demonstrated financial need.
$500 70 recipients
RJ Graham Scholarship Available to Years 12 and Year 13 Māori students with academic merit studying Te Reo Māori and either mathematics, information technology or science. (Science is defined as physics, chemistry or biology.)
$500 40 recipients
Rose Hellaby Scholarship To assist Year 9 Māori students with the purchase of school uniform or textbooks. Available to students with demonstrated financial need, academic ability and aptitude.
$750 54 recipients
Sister Annie Henry Scholarship Available to a Māori student who is a direct descendant of Reverend John George Laughton or of Tūhoe descent.
$1,000 1 (in total, open to secondary and tertiary)
Tī Maru Māori Trust Secondary Boarding Scholarship Available to Year 9 Māori students with demonstrated financial need, academic ability and aptitude, who attend a secondary boarding school.
$1,000 20 recipients
VW & LM Rosier Scholarship Available to Year 13 Māori students with demonstrated financial need and NCEA Level 2 with Merit or Excellence Endorsement.
$500 6 recipients
NOTE: Applications and supporting documentation must reach the Māori Education Trust by 4.30 pm, Friday, 28 Hui-tanguru (February) 2020. Feel free to contact the office for further information. PO Box 31213, Lower Hutt 5040 (04) 586 7971 (027) 262 8046 info@maorieducation.org.nz / Website: www.maorieducation.org.nz
TRY A NEW
SPORT!
GOT A SPORTS QUESTION? TALK TO MRS DEANS IN THE SPORTS OFFICE OR EMAIL sport@darfield.school.nz
West Melton Netball Club Senior Trials Sunday 7 March 1-3pm and Thursday 11 March 6-7.30pm Please register via this link before trials. Teams will be named after the second trial where possible but can be subjected to change due to player movement. All players must attend both trials and a $40 trial fee is to be paid prior to trials via internet banking West Melton Netball 02-08100196957-00 The trial fee will be deducted from your subs if you choose to play for a club team. West Melton Senior A team will be trialing for Prem 1 this year which will include 8 teams and be played on a Thursday night inside the Rolleston event centre 6.30pm or 8pm games. Our club is proud to also be able to provide our A team an indoor training facility and are excited that Mel Beer will be returning as coach for 2021.
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a school term for boys and girls.
1 hour sessions
4.15pm Class: Pre-schoolers 3 - 4 years + 5 years - 7 years
5.15pm Class: 5 years - Teenagers
Located at Darfield High School Gymnasium
Fun and active classes that teach gym skills and movements, we can cater to all abilities from novice to experienced/ex-competitive.
Applications are available to download from the Māori Education Trust (MET) website. Alternatively, call, text or email the office and an application form will be sent to you.
Postal Address: Phone: Mobile: Email:
Darfield Gymnastics Club hold gymnastic classes on Fridays during
First Session - Friday 12th February 2021
FEES $60 x1 child
$110 x2 children (one family)
$150 x3 children (one family) $200 x4 children (one family) To enroll or for more information contact Tash and/or Kara:
Email darfieldgymnastics@gmail.com
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Or call Kara 027 247 9318
Your Children Need Your Support So does the
Malvern Youth Trust! The Malvern Youth Charitable Trust has been responding to the needs of Malvern youth since May 2000. It is constantly looking for ways to support the physical, emotional, educational and social needs of young people in our district. In 2019, a successful Wellness Day was organised by the Trust for Year 9 students at DHS. Dame Sue Bagshaw was the keynote speaker. For many years, two leadership trophies sponsored by the MYT have enabled DHS Students to join Spirit of New Zealand leadership cruises. If you have: • A desire to work with the youth of Malvern to accomplish the above goals • An initiative involving young people that we can help you to implement • A vision for achieving stronger community support for our young people Please ring the Malvern Youth Trust Acting Chair: Alan Blackburn 03 318 8076 or 0274 532 216 27
LET’S KEEP OUR
STUDENTS SAFE NO PARKING OR STOPPING
ZONE
McLaughlins Road
NO PARKING OR STOPPING 8-9 am and 3-4 pm Monday-Friday
Let’s Keep Our Students Safe
Please observe the
‘No Parking or Stopping Zone’ Between the school's front gate and the bus bay
McLaughlins Road
8-9 am 3-4 pm
Mon - Fri
SPEAK SPANISH LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Teenage courses in 2021! Group Spanish courses designed for teenagers
OPEN TO CHILDREN (AGES 8-17 YRS)
CLASSES AVAILABLE NOW!!
Suitable for beginners, pre-intremediate & intermediate levels Our courses follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, please book a Level Test if you have taken Spanish before
• Darfield High School • PO Box 5, Darfield, 7541
• 7 McLaughlins Road, Darfield • 03 318 8411
• admin@darfield.school.nz • www.darfield.school.nz