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Hard Work and Integrity

THE RECENT REVELATIONS ABOUT THE USE OF PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS WITHIN RUSSIAN OLYMPIC PROGRAMMES AND THE STRUGGLES OF THE IAAF, UNDER CHAIRMAN LORD COE, TO ELIMINATE DRUG ABUSE IN ATHLETICS, HAVE BEEN OF HUGE CONCERN TO EVERYONE WHO VALUES THE IDEALS AND ASPIRATIONS OF THE OLYMPIC MOVEMENT. IN NEW ZEALAND THERE HAS BEEN HUGE SUPPORT FOR VALERIE ADAMS; HER EXPERIENCE HAS MADE THE DESTRUCTIVE IMPACT DRUG CHEATS HAVE ON THOSE ATHLETES WHO LIVE BY THE OLYMPIC IDEALS MUCH MORE REAL AND MUCH CLOSER TO HOME.

For decades, Olympic competitors have demonstrated for our children the importance of that Olympic maxim:

The most important thing is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well.

Recent events have threatened to undermine that Olympic mantra with the alternative message that the Olympics is about winning at all costs; that the Olympic motto Citius. Altius. Fortius. (Faster. Higher. Stronger.) has for a few athletes a subclause, “and the end justifies all and any means”.

Premier Water Polo Team supporters

For most of us this has been a deeply distressing development as the Olympic ideals have such resonance with us.

We know that simply getting to the Olympics is a huge achievement in an athlete’s life and we know what sacrifices they have made and how honoured they feel to be representing their country. I have heard some of our own Olympians talk of what pursuing their Olympic aspirations has meant for their families, their studies, their friendships, their bank balances and their bodies. Yet, despite all of those sacrifices they remain true to those Olympic ideals.

How then do we keep those Olympic ideals alive for our children? How do we make taking part and fighting well the core motivation for them, so that winning is the wonderful outcome (sometimes) of those two elements?

I think the three “official” Olympic values - Excellence, Friendship and Respect - provide great starting places for us as teachers, coaches and parents.

Children have to feel from their first experience of competitive sport that being involved and working hard to improve their skills are ends in themselves, to be valued for themselves. It is great to celebrate when our kids win their games; it is just as important to draw any genuine positives from when they lose. Empty, unearned praise, as Carol Dweck reminds us, can have negative outcomes and be demotivating. Above all, children have to see sport as fun.

Last week I watched our Premier Water Polo Team win the North Island Secondary Schools title; while the final illustrated how committed, fit and tough you have to be at this level, what was also clear was that the girls were still having fun, that they laughed lots before and after the game and that there were many close bonds within the team.

I think the three “official” Olympic valuesExcellence, Friendship and Respect - provide great starting places for us as teachers, coaches and parents.

A recent article I read reported that:

The Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., identified a number of ‘fun factors’ after asking 236 participants (142 kid soccer players, 37 coaches, and 57 parents) to list all of the things that make playing sports fun for kids. Winning and other mental bonuses ranked near the bottom of what was considered fun in sports.

After the participants listed the determinants of fun, they were then asked to sort the 81 factors on their importance, frequency, and feasibility. The top three factors that made sports fun were: being a good sport, trying hard, and positive coaching. Other fun factors that fell under the fundamental tenets included: learning and improving, game time support, games, practices, team friendships, mental bonuses, team rituals, and ‘swag’ (new jerseys and equipment or trophies and medals). Surprisingly, winning and ‘swag’ ranked near the bottom. (Journal of Physical Activity and Health).

This issue of College Ties is packed full of achievement from current students and aspiring Old Girl Olympians, as we take a look at what some of the College’s best athletes are doing on their road to Rio.

We know that seeing girls learning and achieving is really important to our audience, so to this end we have redesigned our magazine to make it even more visually striking for readers, with lots of photos and student reflections about recent College activities.

In addition, you will see dotted throughout the magazine stories marked with this sentence: “Additional content available digitally, visit stcuthberts.school.nz”. Where this appears, readers can navigate to the online version of College Ties, available on the home page of the College website, to see more photos and writing from our students.

Mrs Lynda Reid Principal

Left Senior School Athletics Day. Right Premier Water Polo Team.

Senior School hockey players warm up with the Black Sticks

Olympic Principles & Values

DURING THE BOARD’S RECENT STRATEGY SESSION AND OUR CONTINUING PRINCIPAL RECRUITMENT PROCESS, WE HAVE TAKEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO REFLECT ON THE VALUES, PRINCIPLES AND ASPIRATIONS THAT UNDERPIN ST CUTHBERT’S COLLEGE. MANY OF THE IDEAS WE HAVE DISCUSSED ALIGN CLOSELY WITH THE PRINCIPLES AND VALUES OF THE OLYMPICS AND THE PHILOSOPHY OF OLYMPISM.

Striving for excellence is a central component of both the Olympics and the College. The achievement of St Cuthbert’s girls across a wide range of academic, sporting, cultural and service pursuits is phenomenal. The breadth of achievement is a testament to the holistic education the College provides. St Cuthbert’s recognises and embraces the many and varied skills, passions and abilities of our girls, and provides the opportunities for them to pursue

and excel in many areas. In recognisingthe achievements of our students, we also acknowledge that this excellence would not have been possible without the wealth of expertise, support and dedication of the staff and wider College community.

While the Olympics encourages and celebrates excellence, the Olympic creed positions the struggle as more important than the triumph, stating the essential thing is not to have conquered but to have fought well. It is important that in striving for excellence we also create well-rounded girls, who have the breadth of knowledge, integrity of character and sense of purpose to contribute to our society in diverse and meaningful ways. We must ensure that our girls develop the ability to think creatively and critically, the confidence and courage to take risks and explore new directions, and the resilience to keep going in the face of adversity and change.

Just as the Olympics must balance its traditions with the need to continually evolve (perhaps most evident in the addition of new sports every four years), St Cuthbert’s too must find a way to continue to adapt to our changing world, while remaining true to our traditions and founding values. Similarly to the strong values that underpin the Olympics, St Cuthbert’s also is founded on core values, encapsulated by our motto, By Love Serve. As a Board we see the values and traditions of the College as the foundation of the school and paramount in driving the future evolution of the College.

Ms Nina Hood Board Member

Olympic DREAMS

COLLEGE TIES CATCHES UP WITH OLYMPIAN ATHLETES ABOUT WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE IT AT THE TOP LEVEL OF SPORT.

Success is knowing we have performed at our best and have done all we can to execute our plan.

POWRIE OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST IN SAILING

POLLY

WITH THE 2016 OLYMPICS JUST AROUND THE CORNER WE CHATTED TO OLD GIRLS, POLLY POWRIE, OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST IN SAILING, AND STACEY MICHELSEN, LIZ THOMPSON AND JULIA KING, CURRENT BLACK STICKS AND OLYMPIAN HOPEFULS, ON WHAT IT TAKES TO MAKE IT AT THE PINNACLE OF THEIR SPORT. THE GIRLS GAVE US THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE WHAT LIFE IS LIKE FOR THEM IN THE LEAD UP TO THE WORD'S BIGGEST SPORTING EVENT.

With Rio just around the corner, what does a typical day look like for you?

Polly Our training regime changes depending on whether we are base training in New Zealand or regatta buildup overseas or racing. At home we sail 4-5 days a week, 2-5 hours on the water, plus 3-9 sessions either in the gym or cross training for fitness. As we also do all our own logistics, we have to factor in 5-8 hours a week for planning, physio and sport psych visits.

Stacey In April we will all centralise in Auckland up until the team departs for Rio. We train Monday-Saturday and have Sunday as a rest day. We also have meetings covering team building skills, mental skills training and video sessions to go over previous games or scout the opposition.

Julia A typical day involves some form of training either a gym or hockey session. I also do some study and take a nap to recharge if my schedule allows me to do so.

Liz A typical day for us could include either training, gym, meetings, recovery or individual sessions and we become full time hockey players.

Four years is a long build up - how do you maintain motivation and focus?

S We have the opportunity to play in many tournaments that are a great platform to improve between Olympic cycles. The opportunity to compete at the Olympic games is a huge motivator as it is a very special and unique event to be part of.

L With the Olympic games coming up this year it isn’t too hard to get motivated as everyone is fighting for a spot in the team pinnacle event hockey. What about balance – how do you achieve this within the demands of your sport?

J I achieve this by making sure it’s not all about hockey. Studying alongside hockey is a great way to switch off from the demands of the sport and be able to focus on something else that will be useful after my hockey career. Having gone to the Olympics before, what is it like to be part of the Olympic village?

P In 2012, the sailing was held at Weymouth, three hours south of London. We visited the Olympic village once we had finished our competition, it was exciting to see all the different countries. It was interesting to see all the different shapes and sizes of athletes, depending on the sport.

How do you feel about representing New Zealand at the biggest sporting event in the world?

S The idea of representing New Zealand is a huge motivator for wanting to do everything possible to ensure you are at your best come selection time. The games are the most important event for hockey, and to have the chance to compete for a gold medal with a team you train so hard with is a very exciting opportunity. The Olympics are also special as you are supporting other athletes in their quest for gold.

Which flag would you have rather competed under – the challenger or the incumbent?

S The incumbent I am very happy that we have retained our flag.

P The challenger, as the fern represents New Zealand and it stands out among the other flags.

What does Olympic success look like to you?

P Success is knowing we have performed at our best and have done all we can to execute our plan.

L Would definitely be to bring home an Olympic medal! What is the greatest lesson you learned during your time at St Cuthbert’s?

S The value of being prepared for every endeavour.

P Seeing how hard all my fellow students worked to achieve their goals. This gave me an example to follow and an understanding of what is required to execute a plan.

Have you considered what life after sport looks like for you?

S I am currently completing a conjoint degree in Law and Commerce. When I finish my studies I am hoping to begin work in the commercial law field.

P I have nearly completed a Bachelor of Business Studies at Massey University. I would like to transfer my skills to the business world and sports administration.

Do you have any advice for young athletes striving to reach the pinnacle of their sport?

S Be willing to work harder than most others to achieve your goals, talent will only get you so far and then hard work and perseverance will get you the rest of the way. Also don’t underestimate the importance of doing all the little things right.

P Work hard and enjoy the journey.

J Believe in yourself and have fun!

L It’s so important to enjoy what you do, if you’re having fun along the way the hard work seems easy!

We wish all our future Olympians the best of luck in their quest for Olympic gold! The St Cuthbert’s community is behind you all the way.

A Night of Music Magic

On April 2 Saints Alive and Sebastian Squad joined with Westlake Boys and Girls High Schools and visiting Brisbane school, St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School, to produce a night of memorable music. The students collaborated in workshops exploring repertoire from Vivaldi to David Hamilton, which culminated in an unforgettable concert performance in Clouston Hall.

SAVE THE DATE

P&F Quiz Night

20TH MAY 2016, 7.30PM, CLOUSTON HALL

Are you ready for a fantastic night out? Then it’s time to gather your team and start thinking about a theme for your table and your costume for the legendary P&F Quiz Night. Pop the date in your diaries, book the babysitter, book the taxi - this evening is going to be epic! Bookings can be made on the P&F page at stcuthberts.school.nz

SAVE THE DATE

Parents and Friends' AGM

10TH MAY 2016, 7.30PM, ROBERTSON STAFFROOM

At this meeting we will vote on the nominations received for the P&F Committee members and the Executive. If you are interested in joining the Committee and/or Executive, please email parents.friends@stcuthberts.school.nz by May 6 2016. Our primary goal is to help develop relationships within the College community and we aim to have a broad group of parents represented on the P&F across a range of backgrounds, genders and experience. We warmly encourage you to come along to our next meeting and look forward to welcoming new members.

P&F Junior School Picnic and Water Carnival

On Sunday 6 March the Parents and Friends’ Association hosted a Junior School Picnic and Water Carnival. The afternoon was a huge success and great fun for parents, children and staff alike. The new Centennial Centre for Wellbeing proved a hit with water zorbs and lots of play for our girls as the temperature soared during the afternoon. Mini Titans also proved popular with lots of fun and games from water balloons to a confidence course, soccer games and a lolly scramble. Thanks to P&F Chair, James Sutherland, our parent volunteers, teachers and our Year 13 Junior School Committee, who were such great sports joining in with our young students and also ably running the popcorn and candy floss stands.

Open Afternoon

St Cuthbert’s annual Open Afternoon was a brilliant chance for prospective families to explore our campus buildings and classrooms, meet teachers and students, hear from Principal Lynda Reid and see the extensive range of co-curricular activities offered to students. Our Senior students were on hand to guide families around the College and share their knowledge of life at St Cuthbert’s. It was our busiest Open Afternoon ever and all staff and students did the College proud.

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NCEA Success at all Levels

St Cuthbert’s College students have once again achieved top results in NCEA with 99% of girls successfully obtaining the qualification across levels 1, 2 and 3, including an exceptional 100% pass rate for our Year 12 students in 2015.

93% of students across all levels received their NCEA certificates endorsed with Excellence or Merit. At Level 1 96.5 % of students were endorsed with these grades, while at Level 2 and Level 3 93.8% and 87.6% of students had certificates endorsed with Excellence or Merit.

100% Pass Rate in IB

St Cuthbert’s College students have achieved another perfect pass rate in IB with 100% of the 2015 cohort gaining their diploma.

Two of our students achieved a near perfect score of 44 out of 45 and a further seven girls achieved their diploma with over 40 points.

On the merit of these results many leavers will be moving on to further tertiary study, with 97.7% of our girls across IB and NCEA qualifications gaining University Entrance in 2015.

NZQA Scholarships

The 2015 Scholarship examination results have shown our girls excelling nationally with our students gaining 83 Scholarship passes and 13 Outstanding Scholarships. Three students gained National Outstanding Scholarships, they were Ella Brownlie, 2015 joint Dux Victoria Lowe and Gabrielle Maffey.

There were 59 National Outstanding Scholarships awarded and St Cuthbert’s girls gained 5% of that total; 22% of the awards nationally went to girls and 13.6% of awards to girls were won by students from the College. Of the 59 National Outstanding Scholars, eight were also Top Scholars in a subject and two of those students were from St Cuthbert’s.

A huge congratulations to Ella Brownlie who was the Top Scholar in History and to Gabrielle Maffey who was Top Scholar in Art History.

STUDENT SUCCESSES 2016

LEVEL 1 (YEAR 11)

Students who achieved certificate

Percentage of certificates achieved with either Excellence or Merit, 74.4% achieved with Excellence

LEVEL 2 (YEAR 12)

Students who achieved certificate

Percentage of certificates achieved with either Excellence or Merit, 56.6% achieved with Excellence

LEVEL 3 (YEAR 13)

Students who achieved certificate

Percentage

National outstanding Scholar Awards Given to the top 59 students

National Scholarship Awards

Scholarships awarded 13 at Outstanding Scholarship Level

Students qualify for the St Cuthbert's College Honours Board

Top of Subject Awards (History and Art History) 78

Number of tertiary scholarships offered (value $2,200,000+)

13 International university scholarships offered

31 International university placements accepted to date

Places accepted to medicine degrees in Australia

Sports scholarships offered for US universities

Introducing Our 2016 College Leaders

Junior School House

Captains and Deputies

Back Row: Sasha Gabriel, Neeve Glass, Grace Avny, Madeline Clark, Georgie Huxford, Katie Lawgun

Middle Row: Rachel Duston, Georgia Barrett, Elizabeth van Wijk, Isobel Fletcher, Giselle Patrick, Sophia Kelliher

Front Row: Gintara Smith, Jasmine Liu, Sasha Situe, Charlotte Greenwood

Middle School House

Captains and Deputies

Back Row: Chanel Mahon, Carmel Ah Chong, Phaedra Tuita Fusitu’a, Catherine Lord, Anna Heron, Amalia Roberton

Middle Row: Isabel Allen, Alexandria Butler, Jemima Hawkesby, Arabella Patrick, Jessie Lin, Rose Parkinson, Charlotte Marvin Front Row: Rose Hammond, Isabella Richardson Absent: Eden Ballantyne

Head Girls and Prefects

Back Row: Holly Butt, Eleanor Herbert, Mary Allen, Vivian Qiu, Louisa Brunt

Third Row: Jienwern Cook, Mia Haysom, Georgia Couper, Anna Blair, Tessa Wylie

Second Row: Olivia Salmon, Veronica Gregan, Claudia Ganda, Athena Churchill, Melissa Wang

Front Row: Emma Holland, Gina Svensen, Antonia Young, Minerva Peters

Senior School House Captains

Back Row: Georgia Danford, Ruby Harrison, Elizabeth New, Analeah Petaia

Middle Row: Madeline Wilson, Stella Clifford, Jane Tuhiwai-Pou, Harriet Cory-Wright Olivia Jackson, Claudia Clatworthy

Front Row: Mackenzie Lynas, Amalia Schroeder, Ailsa Connolly, Rosa Clark

Committee Leaders

Back Row: Agnieske Keenan, Ilene Lei, Isabelle Stewart, Hanna White, Georgia Clarke, Lauren Sheed, Rochelle Austin

Middle Row: Amalia Wickstead, Ella Bryning, Tiffany Goh, Stephanie Ferguson, Georgina Jones, Anna Roberts, Sarah Baird, Devon Lowyim

Front Row: Amelia Marshall, Georgia Callaghan, Sara Beetham, Pieter Wilkinson, Sehej Khurana, Sue Ko

Absent: Maria McCoy

Introducing Our Head Girl and Head Boarder

Head Girl - Antonia Young

Being chosen as the 2016 Head Girl of St Cuthbert’s College is my absolute priority, privilege and an opportunity to give back to the place that has given me so much. When I started here in Year 1, I remember hearing the teachers refer to the Senior School students as “the big girls”, followed by, “that will be you one day”, but I never thought the day would come. Twelve years later, I have the honour of leading the remarkable class of 2016, dressed in the unmistakable orange ribbon. The 2016 cohort has already made unforgettable memories and I look forward to a year filled with events that bring our year closer together. I also hope to make bonds between the Senior and Junior students in the College. As a student who was lucky enough to experience the Junior, Middle and Senior Schools, I know how different each of these parts in life are. Creating links and building relationships between the schools will be beneficial to the younger girls, as it will give them mentors and an idea of what is to come. Senior girls will have the opportunity to show leadership and responsibility within the College.

While this year brings many new challenges and opportunities, I plan to approach all things with a positive mindset and the willingness to take on my new and exciting responsibilities. St Cuthbert’s has been a massive part in helping me grow into who I am today and I am honoured that I have been chosen to lead such an amazing place.

Head Boarder - Eleanor Herbert

From a young age, I knew that I was going to be leaving my hometown of Whangarei to be a Boarder at St Cuthbert’s. It is now five years since my first night and I can truly say what a privilege it has been to be a part of such a joyous and fun-loving community, a place I tend to think of as my second home. The Boarders form an essential part of the College, bringing together cultures from all over the globe into a single community, with a common love for enjoyment. Something that has made boarding so special for me is the connections I have made both inside and outside of my year group. Having the opportunity to represent my fellow Boarders, is in my eyes something very important. As Deputy Head Boarder, Georgia Couper, and I take on this year, we hope to maintain what is so strongly a part of boarding tradition as well as working to improve or add new things that might make life just that little bit better. We will embark on making such changes in the mindset of ensuring everyone feels included and at home. After all, we spend a lot of time together! Our overall goal is maintaining the huge role that boarding already has in our College as we progress through the year, as well as for the future. I look forward to the opportunities that await.

Enriching Young Minds

TERM 1 IS ALWAYS AN EXCITING TIME OF YEAR WITH MANY CELEBRATIONS, COMPETITIONS, EDUCATION OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM (EOTC) EXPERIENCES AND NEW INITIATIVES IN SUPPORT OF OUR GIRLS’ LEARNING.

The Junior School P&F organised a wonderful family picnic early in the term. My thanks to our Year 13 Committee for their help in making popcorn and candy floss. Making use of the Margaret Beale Aquatic Centre with zorbs floating on the water and the Mini Titans relay activities provided great excitement and fun for girls, parents and staff.

Our annual Swimming Sports was a huge success. The Centennial Centre for Wellbeing provided a wonderful venue for this event with plenty of space for our girls, staff and parents. Girls competed in individual and House events. My thanks to all of the staff in their support of the girls and their organisation for the day. EOTC enables our girls to make connections between the classroom and the world around them and promotes deep learning in a range of real-life contexts. I had the privilege of joining Year 6 on their EOTC experience in Wellington. During our

WHAT’S NEW IN THE JUNIOR SCHOOL?

Foundation Fitness Year 1-3

Children’s sensory and physical development affects their ability to remember what they see, hear and do. Foundation Fitness enables our girls to develop these skills so that when they move into formal learning situations they will find success more readily and be more ‘switched on to learning’.

The development of Foundation Fitness for formal learning is sequential:

• Reflexes integration

• Sensory integration

• Motor development

• Oral language skills

• Auditory skills

• Visual skills

• Reading, writing and mathematics

Our Foundation Fitness programme develops each girl’s fine motor skills with classes at the start of each school day. The girls move on a weekly rotation from each of the skill based activities; these include balance, hand/eye co-ordination, skipping, locomotion movement and specific fine motor skills. The girls love the variation throughout the week and they are also developing their social skills by working in mixed leveled groups.

visit to the parliament question session the girls were very interested in the questions on STEM subjects and sugar tax. Our girls are very well informed on current issues.

Our Year 3 girls had their first overnight camp, staying overnight at the College, with day trips to the Museum, Totara Park and the Botanic Gardens. Year 4 went on their successful camp to Sonshine Ranch and we were thrilled by our girls’ risk taking and perseverance in the many new activities. My sincere thanks to all of the teachers in organising and planning such safe and rewarding experiences for our girls.

Ms Julie Gifkins Head of Junior School

Year 6 get ready to wing to Wellington and our Year 1 – 3 girls enjoy Foundation Fitness.

6IRE and 6LEW at the Wellington Cable Car.

EASTER BONNET PARADE

I loved decorating our class bonnets with lots of fancy Easter decorations. When I wore our class bonnet during the parade glitter kept drifting to the ground like snowflakes.

I hope we make bonnets again! Ella Vickers

On a sunny Tuesday morning just after maths, we happily skipped up to the Junior Gymnasium for the annual Easter Bonnet Parade. My class were clutching our Easter bonnet hats we made the day earlier in groups. We quietly sat down in a rectangle while music from the movie Frozen filled our ears. Class by class we paraded around the Junior Gym displaying our colourful Easter bonnets. They were covered with fluffy chicks, brightly coloured Easter eggs, ribbons and feathers. It was such a fun celebration. Scarlett Robb

YEAR 3 CAMP

At the museum we went on this amazing aeroplane. We had to wear these goggles and it made us feel like we were actually in the real plane. I could see all around me! Isla Spring

I liked the awesome flying fox at the Totara Park playground. It went so fast! Doris Wu

I really enjoyed sleeping in the classroom. We all got to bring a favourite toy from home. I brought my bunny.

Anita Patel-Smith

My favourite part of the camp was when we went to the museum. I loved looking at the World War 1 exhibition and going in the trenches. Emma Zhao

At camp I slept in the bivouac. There were only three walls and they were made out of wood. During the night I could hear moreporks and tuis chattering as I drifted into a slumber. I loved my night in the bivouac.

Claudia White

YEAR 4 CAMP TO SONSHINE RANCH

As I was coming from the humongous climbing wall I was still sweating and shivering from the hard step up. Even though I didn’t complete the climbing wall, I felt I accomplished a lot. “Ah! That was so much fun, I wonder if I can do it again?” I said to myself enthusiastically. Isabella Toms

YEAR 6 WELLINGTON TRIP

Yahoo, we had just landed in freezing cold Wellington and the summer breeze was howling in my ears. Our first stop was the Te Papa Museum. First we trotted off to the sea hall. It was terrific. There were skeletons of many unique different animals, but our main focus was on the squid with an eye as massive as a soccer ball. We found a lot of facts about the squid and how they get sick after facing light.

After an amazing description, we moved on to the Gallipoli exhibition. A shudder ran through my spine as I glanced upwards to see a realistic statue staring at me, the statue was made at Weta Workshop. We found a station where you could make poppies and write on them and place them at the base of the statue. It was so significant to see people appreciate the soldiers so much, and to understand that without them we would not be here.

I have to say my favourite activity was Capital E, where everyone proved that we can work together. We got to experience different roles on live TV. I was a wardrobe costume designer and it was such a great experience, but at the same time, very stressful.

Grace Avny

2016 Middle School Leaders

ResilienceBuilding in the Middle School

THE EOTC EXPERIENCES OUR GIRLS GET IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL ARE WONDERFUL WAYS TO BUILD RESILIENCE AND FOR US TO SEE OUR GIRLS SHINE IN DIFFERENT ENVIRONMENTS. We cannot run these camps without a lot of support from parents and the 30 or so parents attending Year 7 and 8 camps have an incredible time, as they support their daughters’ teachers and become more connected with the Middle School community. The Totara Springs Year 8 Camp was hugely successful this term and we look forward to Year 7 trekking off to Motutapu early next term.

Our Kapa Haka group is strong again this year and all of the girls are enjoying the leadership of Senior School girls who come along and provide mentorship to them.

In Year 7, we have been lucky enough to receive new furniture and this has provided a very modern and fun environment for our girls. The wobble stools and chairs on wheels are particularly enjoyable and our girls love the new colour schemes. The high tables give girls who prefer to stand the opportunity to do so, whilst others sit on high stools so our spaces are so much more flexible. A real hit are the whiteboard tables in every classroom.

This term Reverend Gahegan lead us in a wonderful Year 7 Family Chapel on and we are really enjoying getting to know her as she settles in to College life.

This year we have introduced a range of new enrichment experiences for our Year 7 and 8 girls and these will roll out over the next three terms. Ms Deb Lean (Assistant Head of Middle School) is working with girls on an engineering project and their mentor is Old Girl engineer, Melanie Wood. Their project will be entered in a competition later in the year.

Once again this year we will have our sports exchange with Arden School. Arden is in Sydney and every second year a group of boys and girls come over to play sport and are billeted by our St Cuthbert’s families.

Term 1 has gotten off to a fantastic start and we look forward to seeing what the rest of 2016 will bring in the Middle School.

Ms Maraget Talbot Head of Middle School

Year 8 Camp

YEAR 8 CAMP

Brooke Darrow and Natalia Simmonds

We had seven activities and all of them were really fun and intense. One activity was the Adventure Run, where we walked through muddy rivers and lifted each other over walls. We also kayaked down a river in pairs, but I don’t mean in separate kayaks, I mean in the exact same one. We also got into two groups and made rafts, seeing who’s team could not only build a stable and suitable raft, but also worked well together.

BMX was a whole other story.

Year 8 Camp was an absolute blast! This year we got the chance to go to Totara Springs, Matamata. We had so much fun having a go at all the activities, meeting new friends, and trying things we may not have ever done. We had a two hour trip to get down there and the wait was worth it. We slept in bunk beds with cabin groups, which we got to choose. May I just mention, the food was so delicious and fresh and I wish I could have stayed longer.

Crate climb was a very challenging activity, some got to six crates while others got to over 20. Abseiling was another challenge, but most girls managed to get themselves down the cliff and then swim across the very cold river and out the other side. If you got time for a hot swim at the end it was really nice. Year 8 Camp was a fun experience and we all enjoyed the week immensely.

MIDDLE SCHOOL SWIMMING SPORTS

Amelia Thompson

“Take your marks… BEEP” The Centennial Centre erupted in House chants, and yells of encouragement for the swimmers. It was Middle School Swimming Sports and everyone was busily running around in their school togs and their multi coloured caps and goggles in a crazy flurry. The event started with the races and the pool was constantly filled with girls doing freestyle, breaststroke, butterfly, backstroke and all the other medley races. Almost everyone came out from their race with either a marble or a smile of pride, or both! Then was the Prefects’ dance.

The girls were wearing full-length body suits and bikinis as they sang and danced in the pool with a random array of music. After a few more relays and fun races, the fun and busy day was over. It was an exciting day of House spirit, chants, new friends and of course swimming for everyone.

Setting the Benchmark

WHILE THE OLYMPICS ARE ALL ABOUT GOING FOR GOLD IN THE SPORTING ARENA, OUR GIRLS SET BENCHMARKS OF EXCELLENCE NOT ONLY IN SPORT, BUT IN EVERY OTHER AREA AS WELL. Term 1 has been a real celebration of achievement in all endeavours.

The year started with the release of our 2015 academic results for both NCEA and IB. We were so very proud of the achievement of the girls who excelled in both qualifications. These results are not just a one off, but are sustained year upon year. Our constant review processes using data to inform change, our wrap around personalised learning approach, and high quality pastoral care come together to create a culture where girls can achieve their academic best. Their success was recognised later in the term with our annual Scholars’ Assembly, a special event in the College calendar.

This success continues at tertiary level. Our 2015 girls were awarded over two million dollars in tertiary scholarship funding to support them in achieving career goals. We were also delighted to congratulate old girl and 2011 College Dux, Jade Leung. Jade is one of the 2016 recipients of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship to Oxford University.

However an academic focus does not stop the girls enjoying themselves and making the most of the wide range of opportunities that Term 1 has provided. Our cultural groups put many hours of practice into their preparation for both Pofiafia Night and Polyfest. All possible places and spaces have been filled with girls actively practicing and performing. It has been just wonderful to walk around and see so many actively involved and making the most the experiences available to them.

In sport we have also made our mark over the term. Our water polo girls have surpassed all opposition and are the North Island champions. They are now focused on becoming national champions. Our goalie, Antonia Young, deserves special mention. She has the special role of Head Girl this year, but is also the only current school student to be selected to play for the New Zealand team in a recent competition in The Netherlands.

Our cross country team, under coach Mrs Dustan, has been selected to represent New Zealand in Hungary for the World School Cross Country Championships.

No matter what the focus, our girls’ display the same qualities demanded of Olympian. They are passionate, committed, resilient, focused, determined and maximise all opportunities.

Their successes are richly deserved.

Ms Helen Robertson – Associate Principal and Head of Senior School

Left Our water polo team in action at the Auckland League final. Right The Chinese Cultural Group at Pofiafia Night.

The Tongan Cultural Group performs at Polyfest

HOUSE FLOWERS

Our annual House Flowers competition remains one of the brightest and most beautiful days in the College calendar. The winning Houses were Dunblane, with their striking Star of David and Elgin with their Maori waka, complete with intricate carving. Year 13 students worked tirelessly to create masterpieces in their House colours to the theme of "A Moment in History".

POFIAFIA NIGHT

Our ten cultural groups graced the stage of Clouston Hall for our annual celebration of culture, Pofiafia Night. The girls practised for weeks to perfect their performances and pay homage to their unique cultures and the College's incredible cultural diversity.

SHAKESPEARE

SOIR É E

Shakespeare Soirée is one of the most popular events in the Senior School, with performances from over 70 groups in 2016.

More than 350 girls were involved in student and staff directed scenes.

From the night's performances six groups were chosen to represent the College at the Auckland Central Region Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival.

Three performances by College students received awards, including a Twelfth Night scene directed by staff member Mrs Judy McIntosh, which won Best 15 Minute Scene and will represent Auckland at the national competition in Wellington.

ST CUTHBERT'S AUCKLAND CENTRAL REGION RESULTS

Best Student Directors

King John

Act IV, Sc. 1

Hubert Amalia Schroeder

Executioner Clara Schroeder

Arthur Amy Henwood

Best Communication with the Audience

Twelfth Night

Act II, Sc. 5

Directors Poppy McCall and Olivia Woodfield

Sir Toby Belch Maddie Falconer

Fabian Georgia Warwick

Maria Izzy Devlin

Malvolio Emma Pitt

Best 15 Minute Scene and Auckland Representative

Twelfth Night

Acts III – V (Amended)

Director Judy McIntosh

Viola Georgina Jones

Olivia Sophie Barrell

Maria Poppy McCall

Feste the Fool Saniya Khanolkar

JUNIOR SCHOOL

SWIMMING SPORTS Junior

School Swimming Sports was a huge success with girls in Year 3-6 competing in both fun and competition events. A number of records were broken on the day and Melrose walked away with the House Cup for 2016!

Year 3 Championships

1st Scarlett Rob

2nd Isabella Lambie

3rd Emily Martin

Year 4 Championship

1st Samantha Bradley

2nd = Amber Bason

Isobel Denton

Year 5 Championship

1st Sophie Robb

2nd = Alexandra Fletcher

Chloe Batchelor

Year 6 Championship

1st Sofia Kelliher

2nd Victoria Jagusch

3rd Sasha Situe

House Placings

1st Melrose

2nd Iona

3rd Kelso

REMUERA ZONE SWIMMING

SPORTS On March 22, nine Junior School students represented the College at Remuera Zone Swimming Sports. The girls had a very successful day placing in many events and winning the Field Trophy, Girls' Swimming Champions Trophy and the Overall Swimming Champions' Trophy!

Zone

REMUERA ZONE RESULTS

Year 5 Girls' 25m Freestyle

1st Sophie Robb

3rd Bella Knight

Year 6 Girls' 25m Freestyle

1st Victoria Jagusch

2nd Sasha Situe

3rd Sofia Kelliher

Year 6 Girls' 25m Backstroke

2nd Victoria Jagusch

3rd Sasha Situe

Year 5 Girls' 25m Breastroke

1st Sophie Robb

Field Championship Open Relay

2nd Chloe Batchelor

Year 6 Girls' 25m Breastroke

1st St Cuthbert’s Team

Girls' Champions

1st Victoria Jagusch

1st St Cuthbert’s

2nd Holly Macdonald

Year 5 Girls' 50m Freestyle

Overall Champions

1st St Cuthbert’s

1st Sophie Robb

Year 6 Girls' 50m Freestyle

2nd Sofia Kelliher

Year 5 Girls' 4x25 Freestyle Relay

1st St Cuthbert’s Team

Year 6 Girls' 4x25 Freestyle Relay

1st St Cuthbert’s Team

Open Girls' 4x25 Medley Relay

1st St Cuthbert’s Team

TENNIS Sasha Situe competed in the Waikato Tennis New Zealand Tournament, where she was the youngest competitor at only nine years old. Against 12 year olds, Sasha placed runner up in the final .

Remuera

Swimming Sports representatives

St Cuthbert's representative accepting the Remuera Zone Trophy

Our Junior tennis representatives attended the Remuera Zone Tennis Tournament and did incredibly well, winning all of their games! Congratulations girls.

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ATHLETICS Olivia Power

in Year 7 was selected for the Trans-Tasman Athletics Games, where she represented Auckland. Olivia placed 1st in the 10 year old girls high jump with a jump of 1.42m, 6cm ahead of her nearest rival.

SWIMMING SPORTS COLLEGE RESULTS

Year 7

1st = Isabelle Harrison

Jade Holmes

Ella Nesdale

Zara Stewart

Year 8

1st Amelia Wilby

2nd Mackenzie Ross

House Placings

1st Melrose

2nd Dunblane

3rd Elgin

CENTRAL ZONE SWIMMING SPORTS Central Zone

Swimming Sports was a very successful event for the Middle School, with 11 girls selected to represent the College. The girls placed 3rd overall in the Year 8 Freestyle Relay, with the team consisting of Amelia Wilby, Isabella Bullen, Mackenzie Ross and Madeleine Hill.

TENNIS Congratulations to our girls who competed in the Central Zone Tennis Championship. The team placed 2nd overall and Renee Findlay and Charlie Frances placed 2nd in their singles competitions. Kaea Elliott and Maria Gong placed 2nd in the Year 7 Doubles Competition. Congratulations also to Sylvie Ruahe (Year 9) and Charlie Francis (Year 8), who placed runners up in the Auckland Secondary Schools Tennis Champs of Champs Junior Doubles Championships.

3rd Isabella Bullen

SPORT SHORTS

Junior School Swimming Sports Day

Central Zone Swimming Sports

Middle School Swimming Sports Day

Remuera Zone Tennis representatives

Central Zone Tennis representatives

SENIOR SCHOOL

ATHLETICS

Overall College Champions

Junior

1st Charlotte Holland

2nd Georgia Milne

3rd Ruby Gibson

Intermediate

1st= Bernadette Doyle

1st= Madeline Falconer

3rd Teloni Nkhalamba

Senior

1st= Ailsa Connolly

1st= Madi Doar

3rd Kate Ivory

House Placings

1st Melrose

2nd York

3rd Dunblane

Record Breakers

Charlotte Holland had a very successful day breaking two

records, the Junior 200m, with a time of 27.28s and the Junior 300m, with a time of 42.84s. Charlotte went on the represent the College at the Auckland Junior Athletic Champs where she won the 13G 400m with a personal best of 1.00.03. She also took home 2nd place in the 200m with another personal best performance.

CROSS COUNTRY

St Cuthbert's College cross country team has been selected to represent New Zealand in Budapest, Hungary, for the World

Senior School Athletics Day

Schools Cross Country Championships on April 23. Congratulations to Megan Greensmith, Emily Hackett Pain, Emma Hamilton, Devon Lowyim, Claire Rees and Issie Robinson. We wish you the best of luck!

HOCKEY The St Cuthbert’s hockey programme achieved an unprecedented first with the announcement of the Auckland U21 Team. Ailsa Connolly, Kate Ivory and Madi Doar all made final selection for this year’s Auckland team. This is the first time in the College’s hockey programme that we have had three players secure final selection for this representative level. The girls will travel to Dunedin for U21 Nationals in early May and we wish them the best of luck.

ORIENTEERING Rebecca Greenwood competed in the New Zealand Orienteering Championships, held in

Nelson and St Arnaud on Easter weekend. Rebecca performed strongly in the W14 age group, placing 2nd in the sprint event and 3rd in the Sprint and Middle Distance.

Cross Country Team

SWIMMING SPORTS

Overall College Champions

Senior

1st Mary Tate

2nd = Emily Borich

2nd = Sarah Hamilton

Intermediate

1st Madeline Falconer

2nd = Emma Moriarty

2nd = Bernadette Doyle

Junior

1st Georgia Milne

2nd Chloe Tattersfield

3rd Hannah Stewart

Congratulati ons to the following girls who broke records on the day:

Senior 50m Breastroke:

Mary Tate 34.69

Senior 100m Breastroke:

Mary Tate 1.16. 28

Senior 100m Backstroke:

Mary Tate 1.09.96

Intermediate 50m Freestyle:

Madeline Falconer 27.19

Intermediate 50m Backstroke: Ellie Tomoana 31.66

Intermediate 4x25m Medley: Madeline Falconer 1.09.32

House Placings

1st Elgin

2nd Iona

3rd Kelso

WATER POLO The St Cuthbert’s Senior Water Polo Team competed in the Super 6’s Water Polo Tournament and had a fantastic weekend, placing 1st overall.

We are also very pleased to announce that St Cuthbert’s are the 2016 winners of the 36th North Island Senior Secondary Schools Water Polo Championships and the Auckland League. Our girls have marked themselves at the team to beat at the National Championships. Antonia Young was also awarded Most Valuable Player of the tournament. Antonia Young has recently returned from The Netherlands where she represented New Zealand in Water Polo. The team was chasing a Rio qualifier and Antonia performed exceptionally well as the youngest member of the team.

YACHTING The St Cuthbert’s Yachting Team competed at the Harken Schools’ Regatta competition at Westhaven, where they placed 1st overall in the Silver Fleet competition and were the 1st all girls crew. Congratulations to Xanthe Copeland (skipper), Sydney Pettit, Olivia Hobbs and Rose Dickson.

CONGRATULATIONS TO

ESTELLA MATTHEWSON who has been selected to represent New Zealand in the Pacific Rim Gymnastic Competition in Seattle in April.

SAMANTHA SELKON who received her Black Belt with the World Taekwon Federation.

VICTORIA HARTLAND who was a member of the Auckland U16 Tennis team who picked up the silver medal at the National Tennis Teams Event.

SARAH WEEKLEY was part of the Auckland U14 Tennis Team who finished 2nd at the Tennis Nationals Teams Event.

VIANNE COLEMAN who won her division at Auckland Secondary Schools’ Horse Trials. She competed in the B division and finished with a great dressage score of 26.05 and her composite team finished 2nd overall.

Ailsa Connolly Auckland Under 21 representative

Senior School Swimming Sports

The Robertson Circle Review

AS CHAIR OF THE ST CUTHBERT’S COLLEGE TRUST BOARD IT IS MY GREAT PLEASURE TO PRESENT THE ROBERTSON CIRCLE FINANCIAL REVIEW 2015. In 2015 the College family, through the Robertson Circle, has again made a significant financial contribution to St Cuthbert’s with $236,578 raised for the Arts, Building, Endowment, Innovation, Scholarship and Sports Funds.

The philanthropic support of so many St Cuthbert’s families and staff, past and present leaves us a legacy of outstanding resources and facilities. This support allows us to continually invest in new capital building projects, other operating costs and general maintenance which fees alone do not cover.

I would like to welcome and thank the members of the Robertson Circle who have joined us this year. To our existing members thank you most

sincerely for your continued support. We are all united in the common goal of creating remarkable futures for our girls and with your support we are able to deliver world-class facilities and ensure our students have the best opportunities available.

On behalf of the St Cuthbert’s College Educational Trust Board, Principal Lynda Reid and the Robertson Circle family I would like to thank retiring Chair Alan Clarke for his leadership of the Robertson Circle over the last two years. I would also like to recognise the remarkable contribution of retiring Patron and Old Girl, Gretchen Hawkesby, who has been a stalwart of the Robertson Circle since the early days. She is a visionary fundraiser who has made a significant contribution through her organisation of successful events such as the Boys’ Big Night Out.

I also offer my thanks to Debbie Cook, who recently retired as Director of Development, for her outstanding contribution to the Robertson Circle and St Cuthbert’s. As a result of her tireless efforts, boundless energy and passion she leaves the College in great heart.

Finally to Robertson Circle Patrons Mark Clatworthy, Duncan Leigh, Rob Hamilton and Tim Vickers, thank you most warmly for your support this year.

Mr Simon Allen Trust Board Chair

THE ROBERTSON CIRCLE FINANCIAL REVIEW

January 2002 to December 2015

Total Contribution to the Robertson Circle

$13,376,414

Allocation of Total Contributions Received

Arts Fund $110,684

Building Fund $10,471,627

Endowment Fund $201,775

Innovation Fund $156,225

Scholarship Fund $2,245,039

Sports Fund $191,064

The College recognises the significant contribution of the St Cuthbert’s Foundation

President’s Report

AFTER A BUSY CENTENARY YEAR IT HAS BEEN REWARDING TO REFLECT ON MY FIRST TWELVE MONTHS AS PRESIDENT OF THE OLD GIRLS’ ASSOCIATION. Our annual events were most enjoyable and well attended, culminating in a highly successful Graduation Ball. Next year the Old Girls’ Association celebrates its own Centenary, and we are currently planning an exciting event around this significant time.

The Old Girls’ Association provides six scholarships a year, five of which form part of the Kathleen Goulding Scholarship. This scholarship is particularly significant as it captures the spirit of By Love Serve, providing the gift of a St Cuthbert’s education to girls who would not normally be able to attend the College.

This year we are running a House Tour to raise funds for this important scholarship. Please mark Friday, November 18, 2016 in your diary for what will be a wonderful day visiting homes and admiring a diverse range of interiors, art and gardens. Please note that the date has been set back a week from what was previously published. We are delighted to announce that Spark New Zealand is a major sponsor of the tour. We are very grateful for their support and we are looking forward to working with Spark.

On Friday 18 March, we welcomed our youngest Decade Reunion guests (from the 2000 and 2010 year groups) to the Old Girls’ Cocktail Party, followed by the Old Girls’ Chapel Service, on Saturday 19 March. The service was particularly special as it was our first with Rev Roxy Gahegan, and also celebrated the unveiling of a plaque in loving memory of Elizabeth Caughey, past President of the Old Girls' Association and past Chair of the Trust Board. Following the Chapel Service and the AGM, the 1950 year group enjoyed a light lunch and later in the evening, the classes of 1970, 1980 and 1990 were guests at the Reunion Dinner held in the Violet Wood Dining Hall. Thank you to the Decade Reunion participants for attending these events, and a very special thanks to the reunion co-ordinators for their efforts.

I’d like to remind you about our annual Bridge Day, which will be held on Thursday 9 June at the Auckland Bridge Club – please note the change of venue from last year. See page 45 for further details.

Congratulations to Rachel Rachmani, our 2016 Violet Wood Advanced Study recipient. Rachel is making a huge contribution to her community and embodies the values of By Love Serve.

Thank you to Georgina Robertson and Sarah Paykel for the huge amount of work they have already put into the House Tour. Thanks also to my wonderful committee of hard working and busy Old Girls who contribute to the Association and our community.

Fiona Geary President, Old Girls' Association

THE HOUSE TOUR IS BACK

We are delighted to announce the return of the St Cuthbert’s College House Tour. Mark Friday, 18 November, 2016 in your diaries now for the opportunity to visit and admire a stunning selection of gorgeous homes. The tour will provide plenty of inspiration, featuring some of our community’s most beautiful and diverse interiors, art, kitchens, bathrooms and gardens, and the cause couldn’t be better: all funds raised will go directly to the Kathleen Goulding Scholarship Fund. Watch out for more details to come in future issues of College Ties.

The Kathleen Goulding Scholarship provides the gift of a St Cuthbert’s education to girls who would not normally be able to attend the College. The Old Girls’ Association funds five students every year through this scholarship.

PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY MAJOR SPONSOR

Recipient of the 2016 Violet Wood Study Grant

CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S RECIPIENT OF THE VIOLET WOOD ADVANCED STUDY GRANT, RACHEL RACHMANI (1986-1990).

RACHEL’S EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER PATH HAS BEEN VARIED AND AT TIMES COLOURFUL SINCE LEAVING ST CUTHBERT’S, AND HAS TAKEN HER IN UNEXPECTED DIRECTIONS OVER THE YEARS.

After completing a Bachelor of Science in Zoology at Massey University Rachel went travelling overseas. On her return she undertook further study in education, which ignited a passion and she went on to complete a Master of Education at Waikato University, focusing on the skills children need to get off to a good start in reading. She then put this knowledge into practice, teaching children with specific learning difficulties. During this time she was encouraged by her employer to train as a C Grade Educational Assessor. She has been working as an Educational Assessor in Cambridge for the last two years, serving the local community and wider region. She works with children and adults to identify learning difficulties such as dyslexia and recommends suitable interventions and accommodations. While working in her current role Rachel realised that many people with learning differences also have other struggles which are outside her professional realm. This sparked the idea of returning to university to study to be an educational psychologist, allowing her to provide a more comprehensive service to those who come to her seeking support in reaching their potential. She is absolutely thrilled to be the recipient of the Violet Wood Advanced Study Grant, which allows her to begin studying towards her goal this year.

CALLING FOR NOMINATIONS

OLD GIRLS’ HONOURS BOARD

If you wish to nominate an Old Girl for Old Girls’ Honours, the criterion for selection is that the award be for any Old Girl who has made an outstanding contribution, nationally or internationally in any field including (but not limited to) the arts, commerce, education, military, the professions, public service, research, science and technology and sport. If you wish to nominate an Old Girl, please write to Fiona Geary, President, St Cuthbert’s Old Girls’ Association, PO Box 26 020, Epsom or email fi.geary@xtra.co.nz by 1 May 2016.

MAKING THEIR MARK AND MARKING SERVICE

We are looking for remarkable Old Girls for our 2016 Making Their Mark and Marking Service Awards. The Making Their Mark Award recognises women who are making their mark in their chosen field and have demonstrated belief in the extraordinary. As we have taken our inspiration from the Sir Peter Blake Leadership Awards, our nominees also must show leadership qualities. The Marking Service Award was inspired by the St Cuthbert’s College motto By Love Serve and by a desire to celebrate women in the College family who have taken the spirit of our motto into their life and work for the greater good of our society.

Please visit the Old Girls' Association website: stcuthberts.school.nz/oga/awards

DECADE REUNION COCKTAIL PARTY

Left Rachel Forman, Charlotte Subbiah, Chelsea McLean.

Right Kim Archibald, Celeste Hauraki.

Above Katie McClure, Rachel McMullen, Nicole Stock. Below Class of 2010.

CHAPEL SERVICE AND MORNING TEA

Left Class of 2000. Right Vanessa Childs, Catherine Miller.

Left Nicola Skinner, Sarah Brooke. Above Susan Tong, Xinran Chen, Jean Lee, Sandy Lam. Below right Bianca BarbarichBacher, Jessica Storey, Abby Heath.

Above left Sophie Miller, Vanessa Liu, Frances Penney, Klara Klippel, Lydia Baker.

Left Veronica Playle, Claire Paterson, Kylie Hogg. Right Maddison Forde, Jessica Cole

Above Past Presidents Annie Coney and Joanne Wills. Right Past Presidents Josephine Green and Leigh Melville.

Above Jennifer Singh, Shona Caughey, Rebecca Caughey.

Right Nick Caughey, Bev Parkinson, Millie Caughey, Cathy Drake, Bridget Drake, Kay Morris, Libby Drake, David Caughey.

DECADE REUNION LUNCH

Left Marie Taylor. Right Marie Taylor, Anne Carpenter. Below Class of 1950.

Left Georgina Robertson, Dorothy Tomlinson. Right Margaret Cooper, Jocelyn Nicholson.

DECADE REUNION DINNER

Above left Class of 1980.

Above right Kate MorganRees, Sarah Reid. Left Alison Laurence, Janice Sommerville. Right Christine Bertram, Pip Williams, Sue Archibald.

Below left Rebecca Ogilvie, Sarah Keene. Below right Sally Schnauer, Fi Geary.

Left Frances Craig, Rosemary Montgomery.

Right Amanda Morgan, Alex Loos, Nicola Burkitt.

Top Class of 1970.

Left Annette Tait, Anna Jacobi, Helen Corban. Below Class of 1990.

New Committee Members

Penelope Peebles Penelope was at St Cuthbert’s between 1975-1985, she and her husband James have two girls at St Cuthbert’s. Penelope is a partner with international executive search firm Caldwell Partners. She previously had 16 years search experience with John Peebles Associates and has a background in commercial roles. Penelope is Deputy Chair of the Auckland Philharmonic Orchestra and is also on the Board of First Foundation, an educational trust providing university scholarships to talented but financially disadvantaged New Zealanders.

Sarah Hutchings After leaving St Cuthbert’s, Sarah became a midwife, specialising in high-risk pregnancies. She then went on to complete a Master’s degree in Health Science, carrying out research on babies who were small for their gestational age. Before moving abroad she also worked as a pharmaceutical sales manager. After returning to New Zealand her career took an entirely new path and she now owns Orsini, a successful jewelry store in Parnell.

Alice Sharp (nee Bailey) After leaving St Cuthbert’s, Alice continued her love of art at Elam Art School in Auckland. With the completion of her degree she went to work in various design and architectural firms, and later she began her own interior design company. Alice is married to Adam and has two girls at St Cuthbert’s. She also has a son who attends King's School.

FAMILY CONNECTIONS 2016

NEW STUDENTS WITH MOTHERS (M), GRANDMOTHERS (G) OR GREAT GRANDMOTHERS (GG) WHO ARE OLD GIRLS

STUDENT

OLD GIRL

Hannah Warren (Year 1) Sandra Fraser* G, Thelma Robertson* GG

Sophie Webster (Year 1) Rosalind Ellett M, Margaret Johnston G, Jessie Johnston GG

Ciara Wynn (Year 4)

Amber Bason (Year 4)

Olivia Barron (Year 4)

Ella McCutcheon (Year 4)

Caroline Reichenbach (Year 5)

Ashley Silverman (Year 6)

Evie Morgan-Rees (Year 6)

Lucia Lundon (Year 7)

Jemma Robinson (Year 7)

Brooke Munro (Year 7)

Isabel Brooks (Year 7)

Isobel Jenner (Year 7)

Sophia Reade (Year 7)

Madeline Want (Year 7)

Avala Ingram (Year 7)

Christiana Hughes (Year 7)

Katharine Craig (Year 7)

Catherine Bowie M

Nicola Playle M

Alana Gower M

Tracey Melville-Smith M

Jenny Wilson M

Lauren Brenner M

Kate Tomlinson M

Susie Anderson M

Yvonne Hirst* G

Una Hames* GG

Susan Short M

Penelope Milner M

Susan Church M

Kate Allan M, Marie Anderson GG

Michelle Holt M, Diana Mynott G

Lisa Goulding M

Elise Hewlett M

Jessica Robinson (Year 7) Rebecca Chamberlin M, Anne Glaister GG Susan Cullen*GG

Gemma Scott (Year 7) Virginia Dray M, Prudence Ingram G, Mavis Wallace GG

Pippa Dixon (Year 7)

Emma McGeorge (Year 7)

Zoey Belsher (Year 8)

Jodie O’Sullivan M

Amanda Young M

Lizzie Provan M

Alexa Stevenson (Year 9) Vianne Avery M

Gemma Seddon (Year 9)

Gabriella Hughes (Year 9)

Claudia English (Year 9)

Nigella Anderson (Year 9)

Rita Ross* G

Heather Hill G

Sarah Entwisle M

Hannah McDell M, Patricia Sly* G

Sophie Henwood (Year 9) Alison Somerville G, Catherine McCormick GG

Olivia Thompson (Year 9)

Catherine Harbour M

*Denotes paternal

Penelope Peebles Sarah Hutchings

Alice Sharp

2016 DIARY DATES

OGA COFFEE AND DESSERT EVENING

18th May

PRESIDENT’S HOME

8.00PM

BRIDGE AND MAH-JONG DAY

9th June

AUCKLAND BRIDGE CLUB, REMUERA

10.00AM, $40 PER PERSON

ANNUAL BRIDGE/ MAH-JONG DAY: 9TH JUNE

The Annual Old Girls’ Bridge/Mah-jong Day is to be held on Thursday, 9 June at 10am. This year we will trial the Auckland Bridge Club, 273 Remuera Rd, Remuera as our venue. Please also note:

• The ticket price is $40 per person.

• It is advisable to book your table of four as soon as possible. To book, please email sarah.powrie@ stcuthberts.school.nz or call on 520 4159 with your players’ names.

• There is plenty of easy-access parking on-site.

• There is no need to bring your own tables.

• Players do not need to be Old Girls of the College, all players are welcome.

All money raised by the Old Girls’ Association goes towards the six scholarships that we fund through the College. We are very greatful for your support of such a worthwhile cause.

MARKING THEIR MARK AND SERVICE AWARD - OLD GIRLS’ HONOURS AWARDS

28th June

JOAN HOLLAND AUDITORIUM

7.00AM

CLUB 50 MORNING TEA

20th October

PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE 10.00AM

HOUSE TOUR

18th November SEE PAGE 37 FOR FULL DETAILS

GRADUATION BALL

9th December

EDEN PARK 7.30PM

ReverendWelcoming Roxy Gahegan

OVER THE LAST 25 YEARS, MY LITTLE FAMILY OF FOUR HAS MADE A SLOW MIGRATION FROM NORTHERN TO SOUTHERN HEMISPHERES AND BACK AGAIN, BUT DESPITE HAVING LIVED FOR NEARLY 15 YEARS IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE, I’M STILL SLIGHTLY DISORIENTED BY CHRISTMAS IN SUMMER AND EASTER IN AUTUMN.

There is a part of me – the part with the typically British sense of humour and an apologetic approach to patriotism – that recalls fondly the pleasing symbiosis of spring’s promising green buds with the celebration of life bursting forth from the empty tomb. I can’t help but feel that the dark and dreary days of winter are a much more fitting backdrop for a cheery festival about the light of the world.

But then those obvious connections can easily become mundane and just too simplistic. The risen Jesus who appeared to the disciples is more than a seasonal symbol of the new life of springtime earth turning back toward the sun, and our cooler, shortening days encourage us to find a deeper meaning than the daffodils and fluffy chicks of the northern traditions.

So, in contrast to their promise of new life, we have autumn harvests and the evergreen of our native trees. Our summer visitor birds are not nesting, but gathering themselves to journey on, and our thoughts tend toward conserving energy and concentrating on the work needed over winter to be ready for exams - and barbeques - in spring.

The risen Jesus who appeared to the disciples is more than a seasonal symbol of the new life of spring-time earth turning back toward the sun.

Easter occurs at a time of natural fullness, but then one of the things that has struck me at St Cuthbert’s is just how full-on College life is. There are so many opportunities available that it would seem like there is little chance that life would not be busy - all year round.

And yet the fullness of all that activity can still leave an aftertaste of emptiness. An emptiness that is half way to exhausted, and that leads not to the delight of fresh new life that springs forth, but to despair as more effort is required to sustain the fullness.

Perhaps this is one of the ways the empty tomb of Easter offers us a different perspective. Who thinks to celebrate emptiness, after all? Who thinks to delight in the space that is left behind? Who thinks that something missing is something to shout about?

Sometimes I think God has a rather British sense of humour too.

Rev Roxy Gahegan

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CALENDAR DATES

YEAR 7 CAMP MOTUTAPU May 16th–20th

PARENTS AND FRIENDS QUIZ NIGHT May 20th

6.00pm – 10.00pm Clouston Hall

For full information on all current events go to myCollege

QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY –COLLEGE CLOSED June 6th

STAFF ONLY DAY June 7th

STAGE CHALLENGE July 1st

8.30-3.30pm Aotea Centre

MIDDLE SCHOOL SOCIAL July 29th

7.00pm-10.00pm, Clouston Hall

FAMILY CHAPELS

ELGIN FAMILY CHAPEL 15th May

9.30 -10.30am

IONA FAMILY CHAPEL 12th June 9.30- 10.30am

KELSO FAMILY CHAPEL 19th June 9.30-10.30

P&F JUNIOR SCHOOL PICNIC AND WATER CARNIVAL

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EASTER BONNET PARADE

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A moment that I will remember forever is seeing a gleaming fantail, high up in a tree, spreading out its impressive tail feathers, while I was stroking Tana the tuatara.

Jaya Kalia

My favourite activity in Wellington was Capital E. At Capital E, Giselle and I were the wardrobe people. I really enjoyed dressing all the girls for their different jobs. Some people’s characters were really fun to dress, like Chloe’s character, because she was a gangster granny who knitted graffiti. Jaya was also fun to dress because she lived in and had built an upside down house. Dressing everyone in time was stressful, but we made it!

Charlotte Wren

One moment from Wellington that stood out to me was the Colonial Cottage. There we were sent into the past to join the family of William and Kate and their ten children. We learnt about the olden days and we winced at how many chores a normal girl our age had to do. We played interesting games that they used to play and we wrote on blackboards that they used to write on. We learnt so much and it was definitely a memorable experience.

Zoe Guan

Our trip to Parliament was the most memorable moment for me and I really want to remember it when I am older. My favourite things were when David Seymour talked to us about his job, and we got to see John Key at work.

Sasha Gabriel

WELLINGTON MEMORIES

I looked down at the weary bricks, swallowed by ancient moss. A sign had been planted, which read “vegetables”. I pictured two girls with short, bouncy hair chasing each other up and down the path, then feeding little titbits to the noisy chickens. I imagined teenage boys kicking a soccer ball and a little girl skipping with a rope. This place held very many memories.

Chloe Wallace (about Colonial Cottage)

My favourite thing we did in Wellington was making a TV show at Capital E. I was a sound operator with Sasha, and we were working in the control room with the visual effects managers, Olivia and Gintara. Our job was to make sure people were hearing the right people at the right time, and we were in charge of the music that played. At Capital E I learnt how important teamwork is, but I also learnt I had a hidden talent for technology.

Georgia Barrett

One of my moments to remember from Wellington was Te Papa’s Gallipoli exhibition. I liked it because the life-like models looked like giants and were so realistic. It was a great time to remember my great grandfather and how he fought in the war. I loved how after each model, there was some information about the war. This was my most fun and interesting time in Wellington.

Rachel Duston

One of my favourite moments in Wellington was when we got off the Cable Car, walked out of the station and saw Wellington from a high point; the big city on the left and the small houses on hills on the right. And then there was the wide harbour. This was the first time I saw Wellington as the big place, filled with beauty that it is. I wanted to stay there forever, but we soon had to leave. That moment was incredible.

Elizabeth van Wijk

One moment to remember for me at Wellington was going to Weta Workshop. I found it interesting and it has intrigued me to read and watch The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. I liked how our tour guide led us through the wonderful exhibitions and explained to use how she makes the costumes and props. It was my favourite because there were so many interesting costumes there.

Felicia Qin

One moment to remember for me was the Colonial Cottage. The little, old cottage is a place to remember what it was like in the olden days. I learnt it was a tough life to live in until you died, and that in the olden days life was really unfair. Wellington barely had any people living there when the Wallis family moved there, and their last child died of a disease from the water.

Gintara Smith

On a warm early afternoon of our last day of our trip, we arrived at Weta Workshop. We were showed in by a man called Scott, but nobody was staring at him. We were all entranced by this big statue of an oark from the Hobbit. Scott broke our silence by talking about what Weta Workshop does. They make blood, weapons and costumes for actors and films. We were told to take no photos when we went inside because it is strictly private.

As we entered, we saw all sorts of scary and cool things, such as hair, body parts, weapons, costumes and much more. Scott showed us how they made the weapons. Apparently, you make a mold, pour something into it and let it mold. Next he showed us Gimley’s arm from Lord Of The Rings. It looked very sweaty! When it got passed to me, I nearly dropped it. It was really heavy.

After that, we watched a movie from behind the scenes. The person who started Weta Workshop was called Richard Taylor and his wife, Tania. The movie was very interesting in the sense that Weta Workshop had a big job to provide scenery and props and make them look as close as possible to the way it is described in a book. To our amazement, Scott told us that he started out at Weta by sweeping floors, then made blood and finally he started to make props on film sets. You just need to be really passionate about what you do!

Caitlin Wong

Early one morning, during the middle of Term 1, the whole of Year 6 went on a three day trip to Wellington, the capital of New Zealand. It was an educational trip learning more about the tragic accident, the Wahine. We learned about war, debating and Parliament, line-dancing, our environment and many, many more things, but it was also a lot of fun. I really enjoyed my trip to Wellington.

When we boarded the aircraft, I took some photos of the beautiful view. We had a smooth flight and I had a hokey-pokey, white chocolate Cookie Time cookie, which was amazing. We then hit the runway with a bump, the bounce of the impact made me shudder.

Jasmine and I sat on the bus together and took photos and selfies with my flash red camera. We chatted all the way to Te Papa, the New Zealand Museum. We ate our lunch on an amphitheatre outside the cafeteria before depositing our bags in a metal cage.

Once inside the museum, we met our guide and saw a dead colossal squid and pygmy whale bones. We then saw an amazing marae and two more whares. I discovered that instead of open fires in the whare, the Maori people heat up a huge stone and that would give them enough warmth for the evening.

We then went to the Gallipoli exhibition in our groups and looked at the guns and what the trenches were like, the landscape the Anzacs fought in and the food they had to eat.

Madeleine Clark

A moment to remember from Wellington was when we went to Te Papa and saw the colossal squid. It was giant and the biggest squid I have ever seen. It was displayed in a large tank and they said the colossal squid had shrunk a bit because of the chemicals. While we were all at Te Papa, we also looked a wharenui and explored the Gallipoli war exhibition. This will be a moment that I will remember.

Rosie Shiu