School House Newsletter - Term 4 - Week 4

By Vai Mahutariki | Posted: Monday October 30, 2023

Welcome to our latest School House Newsletter

THE WEEK AHEAD:

Term 4, Week 5

Monday 6
NCEA exams start

Tuesday 7

Wednesday 8

Thursday 9

Friday 10
European trip golf fundraiser

Term 4, Week 6

Monday 13
Teachers Only Day - School closed for tuition
NCEA exams continue

Tuesday 14

Wednesday 15

Thursday 16
Junior exams

Friday 17
Junior exams
Year 8 Orientation morning

Greetings to our School House hostel families and wider community. It has been a busy few weeks with final assemblies and prize giving for our boy’s. Here is some important information, some celebrations and upcoming events.

Tony Tang Top Scholar for 2023

Congratulations to Year 13 Tony Tang who won the Top Scholar Award for 2023. This is a testament to his hard work and dedication to his studies and an outstanding attitude and effort. Well done Tony.

Good Bugger Award - Hayden Becker

Congratulations to Year 13 Hayden Becker who was awarded the Good Bugger Award Trophy.  This is a trophy that has been created from the original Campbell House (former hostel) bell which was returned during the 150th OBHS Hostel Reunion earlier this year and re-purposed to acknowledge outstanding contribution to School House.  This award is given to a hostel boy who has demonstrated outstanding values, a good bloke around the hostel, and a supportive member of all within the hostel. Well done Hayden.

Hawthorne House Win Mitchell Cup 2023

Congratulations to the boy’s of Hawthorne House who took out the Mitchell Cup Title for 2023. The lead changed several times throughout the year, and it came down to the final event of the year, the School Haka Competition. Well done Hawthorne House. They have not won it since 2016.

Men of the Week

Congratulations to Year 11 Ashton Hansen who performed exceptionally through the McCullum Cup T20 Competition particularly in the final where he scored an unbeaten 78 not out with the bat to carry the OBHS White team to the Title. He also took 2 wickets for 22 runs with the ball as well. Well done Ashton.

Congratulations to Year 11 Alfie Olmelvena-Flame who also competed in the McCullum Cup T20 Competition and took the most wickets in the tournament with 8. Well done Alfie.

Good Character Award

Congratulations to Year 13 student William Thode.

At the final senior assembly for 2023 William was awarded the Stuart Stevenson Good Character Award. Inaugurated in 2017, this award is voted by all Year 13 students. The award is in memory of Stuart Stevenson. Stuart, an OBHS old boy and former hostel boy who attended between 1970-74 and who is remembered by friends and family as 'a good bloke'.

William is just the third hostel boy to win this coveted award. It traditionally goes to the Year 13 student who has been found by his peers to demonstrate the attributes of a good man. This is a great way for the school to acknowledge the importance of character and integrity. We could not find better words to describe William, who has always shown great brotherhood. 

School House Prefects for 2024

We are proud to announce our School House Prefects for 2024.

Congratulations to the following boys:
Archie Chittock - Head of Hostel
Hayden Drummond - Deputy Head of Hostel
Harvey Brown - Deputy Head of Hostel
Hunter Burgess
Jonathan King
Jack Tisdall
William Tisdall
Freddie Hore
Mack Wrigley

We look forward to working with you gentlemen in 2024

Archie Chittock - 2024 Head Boy of School House

Congratulations to Archie Chittock who has been named Head of School House Hostel for 2024.  

A competent academic, Archie achieved his Level One certificate endorsed with Merit and is on track to do so again at Level Two.

Archie accompanies his academic pursuits with a well rounded extracurricular schedule, including rugby and rowing for which he received a sporting Blue this year. Archie is being recognised by his peers as a valuable leader and role model. Archie Chittock will serve well as the Head of Hostel in 2024.

Freddie Hore - 2024 Deputy Head Boy of OBHS

Congratulations to Freddie Hore who has been named Deputy Head Boy for 2024.

Freddie is an outstanding student. His diligent work ethic and consistent efforts have paid off as he received his Excellence endorsed Level One certificate and is well on track to do so again for Level Two. Freddie is also undertaking both scholarship and Level Three Geography. A centurion, he is also involved in hockey and curling, receiving a Blue this year for the latter. A respectful and conscientious young man, we look forward to watching Freddie complement his current achievements by serving as Deputy Head Boy next year. Freddie is also the Student Board Representative for OBHS.

Organised Leave on the Reach System - Accuracy

This is a reminder to all parents to ensure that you check your son's leave details are accurate and confirmed please.  We have had some recent issues with some parents not checking their son's leave details are accurate.  We want to ensure details are accurate to maintain the safety and monitoring of your son's time during the school year.  Thank you all in advance.

Year 9 and 10 junior school exams

As we approach the end of the academic year, it's time for our Year 9 and 10 students to begin preparing for the upcoming Year 9 and 10 school exams in Mathematics, English, Science, and Social Studies.

These exams are important milestones in your son’s educational journey, and we want to ensure they are well-prepared to achieve their best results.

Please note the following exam dates:

Thursday, 16 November

Exam slot: Morning (P1 and P2) 8.50-11am
Year 9: English
Year 10: Mathematics

Exam slot: Afternoon (P4 and P5) 1-3pm
Year 9: Science
Year 10: Social Studies

Friday, 17 November

Exam slot: Morning (P1 and P2) 8.50-11am
Year 9: Social Studies
Year 10: English

Exam slot: Afternoon (P4 and P5) 1-3pm
Year 9: Mathematics
Year 10: Science

Exam Preparation

Study Resources: Encourage your child to use textbooks, class notes, and recommended online resources for study and review materials. They should also review past assignments and homework.

Time Management: Help your child create a study schedule that allows for balanced study time across all subjects. Regular breaks and adequate sleep are essential for retention and focus.

Teacher Assistance: Our teachers are available for clarification and support. Encourage your child to reach out with any questions or concerns they may have about the exam material and what will be covered in the school exams.

Exam Day Tips:

1. Ensure your child gets a good night's sleep the day before the exam.

2. Provide a nutritious breakfast to help them stay focused.

3. Have your son pack all necessary materials, such as pens, pencils, calculators and any other resources they may need for their exams.

Thank you for your continued support to ensure your son’s success in these upcoming school exams.

Upcoming Dates:

Monday 6th November - NCEA Exams start

Thursday 30th November - Last NCEA Exam

Friday 1st December - Year 7 Open Day from 9am-2pm & Year 8 Overnight Stay from 2pm

Sunday 3rd December - Year 9 Charter Boat Fishing Trip

Thursday 7th December - Last Day of School for Juniors

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