Our heating plant has been put to the test this week as morning temperatures drop below zero in Oamaru. Thank you to Mr Grant for ensuring that the system has run smoothly. The new dining room heating system is a welcome addition at this time. It had its first real trial last Saturday on the evening of the College Ball and passed with flying colours. The theme of the evening was Circus and it was a feast of colour and pageantry. I would like to thank the Home & School Committee for their generous help. They have supported our student leaders to arrange an outstanding social occasion. This was a tremendous opportunity for students to learn some of the many skills required for event management and is an example of the “wider curriculum” in action. Thank you for providing the time, resource and wisdom to make it all come to fruition.
This week staff have been preparing mid year reports for publishing next week. It is gratifying to see that student academic achievement also reflects the high expectations being demanded of students by staff. It is this personal academic challenge that helps support students to become lifelong learners. As a College we are encouraging caregivers and students to have a healthy discussion about progress this term, so that we keep focused on improving each person’s learning. We feel that it is important to keep talking about the key issues of engagement, progress and future aspirations, so we keep on track.
At Wednesdays' assembly, we presented the certificates to those students who have been awarded SPARK cards earlier in the term. It is great to see the wide range of students demonstrating their involvement within the College and wider community. Well done to all the recipients.
May God bless you all
Paul Olsen, Principal
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