Daily Notices

We are looking for volunteers from Year 13 students to join our Peer Assisted Learning Programme. If you are keen to get training and experience as a peer tutor, this is a great opportunity to both learn and contribute. It will also look great on your CV and Tertiary applications.
What it involves is 3 training sessions in term 1.Then in terms 2 and 3 you will work one hour per week (during a study period/lunchtime/after school) to support a junior student. Most of you will be required to focus on year 9 Maths, but there will be opportunities to provide support in other subjects.
If this sounds like you, or you want to know more, call in and talk to us (Learning Centre teachers), and sign up. Training will begin in week 6. We are located on Level 1 Maungakiekie. Ask for Simon or Helen. or email thorpeh@wsc.school.nz

If you are interested in participating in the NZPMC please email your name and year level to martinsh@wsc.school.nz or see Sharra Martin from the Science Department.
The New Zealand Physics and Mathematics competition will run in term 2 and involve 1 -2 60min tests. After round 1 certificates will be awarded and the top ākonga will go through to round 2. It is open to year levels 9 – 13. If you want to find out more information go to https://www.nzpmc.com/home

UN Youth New Zealand is a non-profit organisation that provides civics education outside the traditional classroom context, engaging secondary and tertiary students in the most pressing affairs of their country and the international community. If you are interested in this opportunity, please email Ms. Victor – victorg@wsc.school.nz

Cafeteria open before and after school every day.
8.30 am to 8.55 am
3.10 pm to 3.30 pm

Students seen messing around with the tennis units again will see the courts
closed off indefinitely…

Cafeteria open before and after school every day.
8.30 am to 8.55 am
3.10 pm to 3.30 pm

– 19th – 24th April, in Christchurch.
– A mix of seminars and practical work.
– Visit University of Canterbury’s Mt John Observatory at Tekapo and explore our cosmic neighbourhood with modern astronomical instruments.
– University of Canterbury’s Ilam campus to learn about the universe past, present and future, the life cycles of stars, planet exploration, extraterrestrial life and more.
– Meet fellow students with the same astronomical interests and make new friends.

Applications are now open for the Elaine P. Snowden Astronomy School is a six-day event for Year 13 students interested in studying Astronomy or Physics at university.

There are NO COSTS for the camp, or travel to & from Christchurch, as the camp is generously funded by a donation from a private sponsor.

Applications close: Monday, 2nd March
Eligibility: Acceptance is based on an online written application from students and NCEA Physics and Maths results

https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/science/outreach/events/astronomy-school/

Come along and meet Madi from the YOUNG ENTERPRISE SCHEME. See what is involved in getting registered for developing a service or new product at the YES Meeting. Teams welcome or you can form a team after the meeting if you are keen. Talk to Kay Wallace (Careers) and Ben Hinton (ESOL teacher) both on Level 2

Sheilah Winners! Meeting in Rangitoto this Thursday at lunch to share scene ideas, check on groups and registration details. New participants welcome to come along and register interest.

Students interesting in joining a debating team this year, please come and find out all about this fun extracurricular activity: meet this Wednesday 26 February at lunchtime in Kauri (KHC Level 2). Contact Ms Michell for further details: michelli@wsc.school.nz

SENIOR NETBALL TRAILS FOR 2020 SEASON BOTH FOR WAIOREA AND MAINSTREAM SCHOOL. AFTER SCHOOL ON MONDAY 2ND/ TUESDAY 3RD OF MARCH 2020. SIGN UP WITH KAU IN KAWAKAWA 2ND FLOOR (KHCL)

Students interesting in joining a debating team this year, please come and find out all about this fun extracurricular activity: meet this Wednesday 26 February at lunchtime in Kauri (KHC Level 2). Contact Ms Michell for further details: michelli@wsc.school.nz

UN Youth New Zealand is a non-profit organisation that provides civics education outside the traditional classroom context, engaging secondary and tertiary students in the most pressing affairs of their country and the international community. If you are interested in this opportunity, please email Ms. Victor – victorg@wsc.school.nz

Come along and meet Madi from the YOUNG ENTERPRISE SCHEME. See what is involved in getting registered for developing a service or new product at the YES Meeting. Teams welcome or you can form a team after the meeting if you are keen. Talk to Kay Wallace (Careers) and Ben Hinton (ESOL teacher) both on Level 2

If you have any used PICS Peanut Butter Jars, DON’T THROW THEM AWAY! Please bring them to Ms Lenehan’s (Whenua HOH) Office (if anyone is unsure of where that is, then ask the office). It is preferred that the jars are sterilised, but if you can’t do that then just leave a note saying so.

This will contribute to our Cup Project!