Principal's Comment

Kia ora Kevinians and Supporters of the College

Our second group of campers returned from Lake Middleton today, looking a little jaded but none "worse for wear".  Thank you to the staff and helpers who accompanied the two groups, using your knowledge and skills to inspire the students in one of the most majestic outdoor settings. On behalf of students and whanau, a big thank you for your commitment to this programme at a time when many schools are retrenching.

This week the sound of heavy equipment has echoed around the grounds as MCM Contracting completed phase one in the turf installation. A thin layer of asphalt has levelled the rough surface ready for the second phase which involves the underlay and turf being laid later this month. The final section will be complete early next year. Please note there is still turf left over in the old handball courts. Anyone from the community is free to help themselves to these sections of old turf.

Finally, preparations are underway for the White Ribbon Rider's visit next week. On Tuesday there are a number of students participating in a video production competition to be held at Waitaki Boy's High School. The project is about Family Violence and is supported by the Etu Whanau, Schools, Youthline, Safer Waitaki, Waitaki District Council, Stones Throw Productions, Waitaki Multicultural Council and Oamaru Police. We wish the students all the best with this venture.

May God bless you all
Paul Olsen, Principal