MBAS Newsletter, Term 2, Week 7, 14th June 2024

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Kia Ora tātou – Greetings to you all

Primary Years Update

Kia ora e te whānau,

Primary Years Assembly
We continue to appreciate and enjoy whānau presence at our primary assemblies.These are the dates for the rest of this term:

Friday 21st June
Friday 5th July

Remember to be seated by 9:00am if you are coming:)

Matariki:
We are in the process of planning some special cohort (year level) gatherings to celebrate and share some kai (soup) and learning.  The date for this is Thursday 27th June (day before the nationwide observation).  Further details will be sent out once we have confirmed with staff:)  You will likely be notified via dojo.  It would be great if whānau are able to attend:)

Community Cook:
As part of providing students opportunities to be “Good People and Good Citizens,” Mrs Lidgard has been working with some interested primary students on planning and organising a meal for people they would like to show appreciation for and to share some of their learning with.  Students have already decided on the menu and have been thinking about who they would each like to invite. We can’t wait to see how this important event goes:)

Attendance:
Thank you to those whānau that religiously inform our attendance officer of any student absences.  It is really important that we are able to ensure our students are where they are supposed to be.  Another crucial part is that you let us know why your child is away i.e unwell, visiting whānau, whānau funeral, whānau holiday etc - this information allows us to use the correct code (as set by MoE).  If we do not know the reason then students have a ? (unknown reason) which will become T (truant) after a certain amount of days.  Sending your child back to school with a note (like the good old days:) is perfectly fine too.

Parent Interviews:
These are coming up next Wednesday 19th June.  If you haven’t had a chance yet, please make sure to book a time to speak with your child’s teacher.  It is great to bring your child with you too:)

https://www.parentinterviews.co.nz/book/step1

Pause Breathe Smile:
Primary staff have had the last professional learning for this on Wednesday this week.  This means that staff will be able to start implementing the lesson plans and teaching our primary students strategies to help them work through emotions, to focus their attention and how to be mindful.  We are excited with everything we have learned in this space and we can’t wait to share it with your tamariki:)

Reminders:)

• Attendance:If your child is going to be away please let us know: attendance@mbas.ac.nz; text 021 0255 6802; or call 07 8665916.  It is also really helpful if you leave a message or text, to let us know why your child is away.  The difference between ‘being away’ and ‘being away due to illness’ can be significant for us when tracking attendance:)
• Students who arrive late need to go to the main admin office to receive a late pass, which they then hand to their teacher :) Please do not rely on classroom teachers to relay this information from a dojo message:)

• Lost Property: Our mountain of lost property continues to grow:(  It seems wasteful and unnecessary.  If your child’s uniform is named at least we know where to return it to:)
• Photolife - These should be coming home soon if they haven’t already:)

Ngā mihi,
Hira & Pip

Student Led Conferences

Mobile Dental Clinic

The mobile dental Clinic is moving to Te Rerenga School the beginning of term 3.

Our last day here at MBAS is Tuesday 18^th June.

If your child requires emergency treatment please phone

Ph 021 356 292

Trophy Returns

Room 22 - Librarian Visit

Jess from the library visited us on Tuesday. We have been learning about celebrations for our over arching connections mahi. The tamariki showed great whakaute/ respect as an audience.

M1 - Words and Writing

Small group work with children hearing a word and then recalling how to write it down. Some words become tricky when you add -ing but the tamariki have consolidated their learning about the rules. Ka pai to mahi!

M9 - Science

This week we made a lava lamp, using oil, water, food colour and a fizzy tablet. What happened when we added each new liquid? Then the fizzy tablet? This one was so interesting to watch.

MBAS Business Market Day

Check out a couple of the awesome businnesses that will be selling their wares below

MBAS 2024 Production

Plane Build - Current Weekly Log

Tail Cone, Mid Fuselage Section, Parts Prep.

Open the photos below to read the full log.

Sports Results

Football
The Mercury Bay Junior Boys are playing in the 3rd Division of the Waikato Secondary School Football Association.
Mercury Bay Junior Boys beat Hamilton Boys Silver 4-1. Goals to Joel Iggulden, Ben Collins, Curtis Treherne and Noah Palmer.

MBAS Equestrian Team

The MBAS Equestrian Team sent 4 riders to St Peters School in Cambridge to compete along with 16 teams in the North Island Secondary Schools Show Hunter Carnival. Ella Simpson and Tahlia Osbourne competed in the pony ring with Sarah-Kate Lusby and Lexi Ford competing in the horse ring.

Show Hunter is the technical art of jumping, in addition to not knocking down any jump rails the horse must have a natural jumping style. Jumping a show hunter course requires a skill and discipline to ride a predetermined number of strides between jumps and maintain an even rhythm.

Our riders did exceptionally well with the following results.
Pony 90cm Show Hunter – Tahlia placed 4th
Horse 80cm Equitation Class – Sarah-Kate placed 1st
Horse 90cm Equitation Class – Lexi placed 3rd

Career Corner

https://roadmap.civilcontractors.co.nz/

This is an interactive link to Civil Contractors New Zealand, that showcases the different opportunities in the civil construction industry and inspire school leavers and other career seekers to explore them. It is fun and easy to use.

The digital CCNZ Careers Roadmap allows people to discover more than 50 different civil construction careers and understand what each involves, the skills or certifications they might need in work in the role, and future career opportunities the role can lead to.

https://virtualworkexperiences.com/

Virtual Work Experiences (VWE) covering 112 careers that provides fun exploratory activities for the student and goes a long way to providing answers to finding, affirming, and developing a student’s career choice. 

There are short 2-3 minute videos, it’s a fun space to play around in and have a go at some careers and certificates of achievement can be downloaded.

https://www.girlbossedge.com/technology

Applications are now OPEN for the FREE GirlBoss Edge: Tech for Good, our 10-day online accelerator designed for young women aged 15- 21 with a passion for Technology, Business, Engineering, Innovation, or Social Impact. No prior experience or knowledge is required.

No matter what career you're passionate about, GirlBoss Edge: Tech for Good is perfect for you. Whether you want to build your confidence, make a difference in technology, engineering, business, innovation and more, or just want to make 199 new friends, we've got you covered!

Tertiary Tidbits

With scholarship season starting (and many scholarships are now OPEN) here’s some information and tools to help:

Careers NZ
How to apply for Scholarships

There are a lot of small scholarships advertised here that go unclaimed every year: Primary Industries Scholarship website https://scholarships.hata.nz/

Moneyhub
The Complete New Zealand Scholarship Directory 2024-25 for Year 13 Students Attending University in 2025

Other Useful Sites
Tips/Advice Applying For Scholarships
Essential Tips When Applying For Scholarships

Mark Wright's In and Out of Character Workshop

Mark Wright's In and Out of Character Workshop: A Journey in Character Development

Join us for an exhilarating workshop led by Mark Wright, a stage, television, and film actor, renowned for his captivating performances. This is an exclusive opportunity for members of our community to delve deep into the art of character development under the guidance of a seasoned professional.

Where: Mercury Bay Area School Drama Room, South Highway, Whitianga

When: Sunday, July 7th, from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

Cost: $35 per person

Don't Miss Out!

Brief Outline of Course:

Mark's workshop will centre on the intricate craft of character development, focusing on finding, building, and fully embodying your character. Participants will have the chance to explore and refine their acting skills through the lens of character study.

During the workshop, students will be tasked with learning a short monologue from a play of their choice, whether classical or contemporary, from Shakespeare to Roger Hall. Whether it's a piece they've previously performed or a new challenge, all are welcome to participate.

While not mandatory, attendees are encouraged to catch Mark's solo play, Voices From Gallipoli, at the Monkey House Lounge and Cabaret on June 14th at 6:30 PM. Mark will be drawing inspiration from monologues as a means to deepen the understanding of individual character development.

This is an invaluable opportunity for aspiring actors to hone their craft and learn from one of the industry's finest. Spaces are limited, to reserve your spot please download the registration from below and follow instructions to register now for an unforgettable journey into the world of character acting with Mark Wright!

See you there!

Community Notices

Get Creative for Matariki - win a prize pack!

MB Annual Model Show

Matariki at the Museum

Here is the link to our facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/share/xZCpWFe8MD1GdmaZ/

Girls In Football Fun Day

Location: Whangamata School

Date: Tuesday 16th July 2024

Age Group: 9 to 13 years old

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: FREE

Registration Form
https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/296888

Pottery Holiday Program