Newsletter
Nayland College; Shaping confident, adaptable contributors
Dear Parents/Caregivers
Over Easter weekend it was my
pleasure to be involved in the 50th
anniversary celebrations of Nayland
College. What a fabulous occasion
and a wonderful opportunity to
showcase what an amazing learning
organisation Nayland College has
been, and continues to be into the
future.
During the past 50 years Nayland
College has developed a reputation
as a leader in educational excellence.
The school has, over time, developed
inspirational and innovative learning
programmes, nurtured students
from a diverse range of backgrounds
to reach their potential and has
placed a high value on developing
independent, confident learners who
have control of their own futures.
The quality of a school reflects the
quality of its relationship with the
community it serves. Nayland College
has always strived to have a genuine
partnership with our families/
whānau and our wider community.
We have always recognised that
these relationships are integral
to improving the achievement
outcomes of our students.
Although the context and nature
of learning has fundamentally
changed over the years, the core
values of what makes Nayland
College special have remained firmly
focused on providing connected and
individualised learning programmes
for our students, facilitating an
environment that allows them to
leave us as adaptable contributors to
society.
A particular highlight of the jubilee
was the launch of a book by Karen
Stade, ‘Daring to be Different – The
Nayland College Way’. I encourage
you to purchase and read this
fabulous publication showcasing the
history of our school – available now
through the school reception.
As you will see looking through
this newsletter Nayland College
continues to celebrate the enormous
success of our students through a
vast range of academic, sporting and
cultural activities. I look forward to
continuing to nurture the school into
the next phase of our development
as a leading learning organisation.
Nga mihi nui
Daniel Wilson
Principal
Issue No2
April
2016
2016 Term Dates:
Term 1
03 February - 15 April
Term 2
02 May - 08 July
Term 3
25 July - 23 September
Term 4
10 October - 09 December
Nayland School Hours:
Mon, Wed, Thur, Fri - 8.50am start
3.10pm finish
Tuesday 3.00pm finish
Breakfast Club
Mon, Wed, Fri
8.30am start Block 3
Contact Us:
Nayland College
166 Nayland Road
Stoke, Nelson
03 5479 769
www.nayland.school.nz
xtend@nayland.school.nz
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2016 School Trustees Election
At the March Board meeting the decision was made to move to mid-term elections.
Five parent trustees will be elected in the 2016 election of which three will be elected for a three-year term, and
two will be elected for an 18-month term.
After 18 months a mid-term election will be held to elect two parent trustees for a three-year term. After a
further 18 months an election will be held to elect three parent trustees for a three-year term.
Elections will then be held every 18 months to elect two and three parent trustee positions respectively.
Please refer to the back “Use your skills for your school ...” and “If you can share your skills ...” for further
information, including the timeline. Nomination forms will be posted to all eligible parents by Friday 6 May 2016.
If you would prefer a nomination form in Maori or Pacifika please contact the office (03) 547 9769.
Nayland College 50th Jubilee
24 - 27 March 2016
This event was a significant milestone for the college and it was thrilling that over 500 former staff and students could
join us over fours days during Easter. Our sincere thanks go to Rose Shepard, Trevor Olley, Jo Cotton, Gaye Bloomfield,
Janice Bromell, Marilyn Gibbs and Judy Glue for their organisation, teamwork and dedication.
We warmly welcome any former students who wish to join our Active Alumni community to email
alumni@nayland.school.nz. We will add your details to our database and look forward to developing your connection
with Nayland College in the coming years. The Alumni team will send you updates several times a year about events,
developments and student successes at the college. From time to time, the school may also ask you to consider
sponsoring students to pursue opportunities to attend events and competitions outside of Nelson.
“Thank you very much for a super jubilee. I had an absolutely fantastic time and enjoyed catching up with and making
new friends, and talking to some teachers like Mike Harnetty and M.J Wilson. I appreciated the college tour some of us
did on Thursday morning and the showcasing of college activities; far more varied then we had in the 60’s. The kayaking
and abseiling practice room impressed me. Thank you to the students, who made the delicious special jubilee ginger
biscuits we were lucky to sample.” Former pupil Judith Phillips.
“Fabulous time overall. Loved the student view/speech showing what Nayland College education is all about!” Former
pupil Jan Wilson.
“Having the most magical time with friends and wonderful teachers from Nayland College. Thank you to all the
organisers. Now off to The Honest Lawyer lunch. See you all there.” Former pupil Michelle Ashby.
50th Julbilee - August 2016
The next major celebration of our 50th jubilee is in August. We have partnered with the Nelson Provincial Muesum and the
exhibition “Inspiring People” will showcase 50 years of service to the Stoke community. During April and May we are looking
for people to interview about their memories of Nayland College. Interviews could be in person, via email or via skype. Please
email alumni@nayland.school.nz if you could assist us.
Many thanks to our Jubilee sponsors.
Copies are still available; contact the office
to order yours now! ($45 each)
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Report, Interview and Academic Mentoring Timeline for 2016
Term
1
2
3
4
Week
3
4
9
10
3&4
10
2&3
4
1 – 10
1 – 10
10
1–4
1–4
9
9
Event
Year 9 parent information evening
NCEA parent information evening
Interim report
Subject interviews
Achievement conferences
Full written report
Academic interviews between form teacher and
student
Senior subject selection evening
Credit cards to students fortnightly
NCEA grade updates fortnightly
Exam reports for senior students
Credit cards to students fortnightly
NCEA grade updates fortnightly
Senior record of achievement
Junior report
NCEA Fees
How much does it cost?
Fees for Domestic Students: NCEA entry
$76.70 per candidate. Each NZ Scholarship
subject $30.00 per subject
Can I get help to pay?
If you are a domestic student you can apply
for financial assistance to pay your fees. To
get this help your parents or caregivers must
meet one of the following conditions:
• be receiving a Work and Income or
StudyLink benefit or have a Community
Services Card. Fee $20 for individual, $30 for
family
• have joint family income that qualifies
for a Community Services Card. Fee $20 for
individual, $30 for family
• have two or more children entered as
candidates with fees more than $200.
Contact the school Business Centre if you
wish to apply.
PTA News
The Nayland Collage PTA has 12 members and 10 ‘friends of the PTA’ who we can
call on to assist with various events as required. At our last meeting we discussed
new fundraising ideas and would welcome any new ideas and input. AGM News:
Carol Parkinson passed the Chairperson seat to Kim Westerink and Wendy Crighton
resigned as Treasurer. Angela Sargeant taking on this seat.
On Thurday, 31 March we hosted Pio Terei of the Parenting Place. His presentation
was enjoyed by all who attended as he is an effortlessly funny man with many
priceless tips on parenting.
Upcoming Event - Hypnotist, Andrew Newton, 7 July.
Put this in your diary now! Check Andrew out on YouTube.
If you are interested in getting involved in the PTA please contact our Secretary, Joy
Sheehan, at joyful.one@xtra.co.nz Next Meeting: Wednesday 11 May at 7:00pm.
Adult Community
Education Courses:
Waimea College offer
an extensive range of
Adult and Community
Education courses. New
classes for term 2 include
Successful Gardening and
Homeopathy Remedies.
For more details and term 2
enrolments visit
www.waimea.school.nz
Nayland College 2016 Student Leaders
Kyohei Noguchi, Taylah Kirker, Daniel Wilson (Principal), Cullen Riley, Tessa Riley (from left to right)
Pictures from HOUSE DAY - House winner was Phoenix
Term 2 House Events:
- Cross country
- 40-hour famine
- Pi Competition
- A&P Show
- Enviro Week
- Food Drive
School Production - Annie Get Your Gun
Nayland College is pleased to announce that this year’s Musical Production will be Irving Berlin’s ‘Annie Get Your Gun’.
The cast has been chosen with the following students successfully auditioning for the show:
Casey Crocker as Annie, Elliot Cina as Frank, Liam Poole as Buffalo Bill, Ruby-Ann Burgess as Dolly, Thomas WynneJones as Foster Wilson, Fynn Sawyer as Tommy, Khailana Kendrick as Winnie, Oliver Stark as Charlie, Paul Farrar as
Jake, Jessie Ewing as Nelly, Ayla Watkins as Jessie.
The Girls Chorus includes: Brianna Weir (Lead), Freya Jordan, Lisa Vercoe,
Maddison Kerr, Celia Allen, Sarah Gebhard, Alana James, Indigo Levett,
Oonagh Riddiford, Emily-Mae Rutherford, Imogen Lunn, Jaid Russ, Kaitlyn Rodley,
Laura Cox, Evie Lockerbie, Sophie Hampson, Melody Dodson-Cook.
The Boys Chorus includes: Ben Dowdle, Ben Kirby, Keagan Jackson-Dredge,
Douglas Clark, Joseph Meleisea, Stuart Lowe, Harry Stocker, Dylan Blick.
The season will open on Friday 5 August and close on Thursday 11 August with
all performances taking place in the Nayland College Hall. ‘Annie Get Your Gun’
is a musical with lyrics by Irving Berlin and based on a book by Dorothy Fields and
her brother Herbert Fields. It is a Wild West Show-within-a-show, that frames the ageless “Anything You Can Do I Can
Do Better” love story of sharpshooters Annie Oakley and Frank Butler.
Nayland International Students
After the fantastic experience of kayaking and walking in the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park our international
students are now preparing for their winter excursion into the Kahurangi National Park.
Wellington Trip for ESOL classes
From 17 - 19 May the 2016 Foundation ESOL class is going on a three-day excursion to Wellington. During their trip
they hope to visit the Te Papa Museum, WETA Workshop and Parliament.
Sport
SUMMER TOURNAMENT WEEK 2016
NZSS Adventure Racing Championships
Tasman District, 8 - 10 April
Students: Emma Bateup, Indigo Levett, Jona Schmutzer &
Zoe Ward. Placed 7th.
Thanks to Naomi Whitehead for organising.
NZSS Futsal Nationals
Wellington, 6 - 8 April
Top of the South Sailing Regatta
Nelson Yacht Club, 7 - 9 April
Students: Samuel Dravitzki, Franziska Hofmann, Ella Holmes,
Rowan Jones, Jonny Lewis, Jitske Rijnink & Thomas WynneJones. Placed 2nd in Silver fleet.
Thanks to Andrew Dravitzki (Parent)
Students: Joseph Amos, Cody Barker-Aiken, Ricky Gilmour,
Ben Heffter, Aayush Kumar, Son Nguyen, Kohei Nishiyama,
Daymon Nuhaj, Josh Ryan & Joshua Smith.
Jon Escreet (Football Coach)
NZSS Volleyball Championships
Arena Manawatu, Palmerston North, 4 - 8 April
TSS Mountain Biking Championship
Silvan Forest, Richmond, 23 March
Well done to our Boys & Girls teams who both placed
10th in Division Two. The boys team came in as 26th seed
this year and this was their eventual placing. The Girls
team who are made up of 4 year 13 students and 6 year
10s finished 26th overall after starting 21st seed. A great
result for them. Both teams performed superbly and were
a credit to the college with the majority returning next
year for another go. A big thank you to Armins Vensbergs,
Brendan Crichton & Kath Merritt for coaching and
managing our teams. Your time and effort have been much
appreciated.
Students: Georgia Berry, Riley Boeyen, Tayler Boeyen,
Katelyn Gardiner, Nikayla Hedge, Brett Jenkins, Jiahao
Liu, Jacob Lovell, Mae Merritt, Michael Morgoun, Olivia
Morrison, Darlene Rangiuia, Tia Raumati, Samuel Seelen,
Kadin Stroud, Puna Wikaira, Jay Yeh & Sophie Young.
SISS Athletics Championships
Aorangi Park, Timaru, 1 - 3 April
Bailey Cotton won the o16 Senior boys 100m and 200m
titles.
Tayler Boeyen finished 3rd in the girls over 16 discus, 4th in
the triple jump and 6th in the long jump.
Georgia Nicholls, came 11th in discus, 13th in high jump
and 15th in shot put.
(Refer to Stuff.co.nz/Nelson-mail to read the article)
Congratulations to
Emma Bateup
(right hand side)
who finished 1st
place overall
in the U19
Girls and Amber
Werensteyn (left
hand side)
who came 2nd
overall in the
U15 Girls.
* The competition includes Cross Country and Down Hill races.
The overall placings are a combination of both events, hence why
many didn’t rank highly in the overall competition.
Other Overall Places:
U14 Boys: Zack Stones 19th= & Max McCarthy 29th
U16 Boys: Leon Nichols 8th, Charlie Abrey 21st, Jack Bateup
28th=, Callum Eltham 44th & Jamie Johnston 45th=
U19 Boys: Josh Ryan 10th, Joshua Davis 22nd, Oscar
Symonds 25th, Isaac Thomas 26th & Thomas Wilson 30th
SISS Mainland Volleyball Championships
Pioneer Stadium, Christchurch, 3 - 6 March
This was good preparation for the National tournament. The
Senior A Girls coached by Brendan Crichton and managed by
Kath Merritt finished well placing 6th and our Senior A Boys
coached by Armins Vensbergs placed 10th.
TSS Volleyball Division 2 & Junior Championships
Saxton Stadium, 18 March
This year a record number (45) of teams entered the
event with 450 students taking part. We had eight teams
competing. All our students played well and represented the
college superbly. Nayland won the Junior Boys and Junior
Girls Division 2 titles. The 10A Girls placed 2nd in the Senior
Division 1 event. On Saturday and Sunday, the TSS Honours
competition was held with our Senior A teams challenging
for seeding’s into the National School Champs over Summer
Tournament week. Both teams placed 4th qualifying for the
National Tournament in 1st Division. The girls seeded 21st
and boys 26th.
Photo: Nayland 9A Girls Volleyball team
Nayland College Athletics Champions 2016
U14: Boys Jonny Lewis | Girls Hannah Crabtree
U15: Boys Ben Kirby
| Girls Nikayla Hedge
U16: Boys Matthew Alexandre-Martin
| Girls Caitlyn van Berkel
O16: Boys Bailey Cotton | Girls Tayler Boeyen
Record: Tayler Boeyen O16 Girls Discus Record of 32.46m
New Zealand Track and Field Championships 2016
Dunedin, 5 - 6 March
Congratulations to Bailey Cotton & Kalani Sheridan.
Bailey placed 3rd in the Mens U18 100m and 5th in the U18
200m while Kalani came 5th in both U18 1500 and 3000m.
TSS Andrew Jones Memorial Triathlon
Rabbit Island, 8 March
Nayland sent a team consisting of Emma Bateup, Inka
Hoehne and Lola Ferber. The girls competed well against a
very strong NCG team and placed 2nd in the U19 girls event.
Their time of 1:20.21 was 26 seconds behind the NCG team.
Thank you to Ross Bateup for taking the team.
NZ Recognition:
Congratulations to:
Jordan Lindbom on being
named in the NZ Junior
Tall Blacks Basketball squad.
TSS Athleticis Championships 2016
Saxon Athletics Track, 16 March
40 athletes competed. It was a rather cold, windy and,
at times, rainy day but our students performed very well.
Congratulations to all our athletes who placed at the
champs. A number of students went on to represent the
college in Timaru, at the SISS Athletics.
Record: Kalani Sheridan U16 Boys: 1st 3000m 8min 57sec
Thank you to our staff members Lara Bruce-Miller and
Dennis Kale for looking after the team at the event.
Taylah Kirker on her
selection in the Touch NZ
Under 20 Youth Squad
Trials 2016.
Sophie Young and
Mae Merritt on making
their respective NZ
Volleyball Training Squads.
Sophie made the NZ Youth squad and Mae the NZ Junior
Squad for the second year running. They both travel to
Wellington in the second week of the school holidays for a
training camp where the NZ teams will be selected.
Trades Academy
The Top of the South Trades Academy was launched in 2012 in partnership with Nelson Marlborough Institute of
Technology, Whenua Iti Outdoors and secondary schools across the Top of the South. Top of the South Trades Academy
provides secondary students in the Nelson, Marlborough and Kaikoura regions with the opportunity to train for a job
while they are still at school. Trades Academy training is practical, hands-on and free, with students studying anything
from mechanical engineering and aquaculture to hairdressing and hospitality.
Recently The Top of the South Trades Academy launched a new programme delivery in collaboration with the
Infrastructure Industry Training Organisation Connexis for Marlborough, Tasman and Nelson secondary school students.
The programme will provide students with the opportunity to complete a Level 2 National Certificate in Infrastructure
Works while still at secondary school. The collaboration is a first for Connexis which provides qualifications for on-job
training, including assessment resources along with support and guidance, to trainees who are already employed within
the infrastructure industry. Students will train one day per week. Nelson, Tasman and Rai Valley students will be based at
Nayland College. Transport is provided for students at no cost and taking part in the programme is also free. Students who
complete the programme will receive a National Certificate in Infrastructure Works Level 2 which is worth 40 credits.
Mayor Rachel Reese said “This is an excellent opportunity for young people to establish career pathways in a skilled
industry. It will provide students in Nelson with the opportunity to learn through ‘real-world’ experiences as well as
connect employers with potential future employees.”
JULY
JUNE
MAY
Month
SPORTS CALENDAR - Term 2 2016
TSS Bowls Championships
Stoke Bowling Club, 14 April
Date
Event
Venue
Results:
10th
School Cross Country
Nayland College
13th
TSS Equestrian Championships
Rough Island, Nelson
Tawa College Exchange
Tawa College, Wellington
18th
TSS Road Cycling Championships
Upper Moutere, Nelson
21st
TSS Swimming Championships
ASB Aquatic Centre, Nelson
25th
TSS Cross Country Championships
31st
Football 1 XI vs. Waimea College 1 XI
Nayland College
9th
Football 1 XI vs. Marlborough BC 1 XI
MBC, Blenheim
13th
TSS Indoor Climbing Championships
Vertical Limits, Nelson
15th – 17th
18th
-
19th
st
Rabbit Island, Nelson
st
st
st
NZSS Cross Country Championships
A&P Oval, Rotorua
21st
Football 1st XI vs. Nelson College 1st XI
Nelson College
22nd
TSS Badminton Championships
Motueka Recreation Centre
23rd
TSS Junior Supernet
Motueka Recreation Centre
29th
TSS Table Tennis Championships
Saxton Stadium, Nelson
6th
TSS Squash Championships
Blenheim
SISS Swimming Championships
Splash Palace, Invercargill
9th – 10th
SISS Cycling Championships
Ruapuna Raceway, Christchurch
11th – 13th
SISS Junior Netball Tournament
(Y9&10)
Netball Centre, Christchurch
18th – 19th
SISS Squash Team Championships
Nelson & Richmond
8th
–
9th
NAYLAND COLLEGE SPORTS DEPARTMENT (03) 547 9769 Ext. 885
www.facebook.com/NaylandCollege
If you have borrowed a sports Uniform
for T1, these are due back NOW!
Note to Parents: If your child has been
involved in any sports during Term 1, it
would be very much appreciated if you
could find and return the uniform to the
Sports office. Thanking you kindly for
your help!
Mark Cochrane, Sports Director
4 May
University of Otago Junior Maths Competition
Bernard Mangahakia - visiting performer
Level 3 Biology Trip, 4 - 5 May, Cawhtron Institute
9 May
Roger Fox Workshop & Concert
10 May
Senior Drama Production, 10 - 12 May, Hall
11 May
PTA Meeting, 7pm
13 May
TSS Equestrian Championships, Rough Island, Tasman
14 May
Nelson Shakespeare Festival, 9.30am - 2.30pm, PAC
15 May
TAWA Exchange, 15 - 17 May, Tawa College
17 May
Board Meeting
18 May
Achievement Conferences
TSS Road Cycling Championships, Upper Moutere
19 May
Careers Road Show, Hall
25 May
Interschool Chess Tournament, Hall
26 May
International Dance / Ball
27 May
Achievement Conferences
Year 12: Students will be
scheduled a 1:1 interview slot
with Mrs McCorkindale in Term
2.
1 June
No Trades Academy, NMIT Open Day
2 June
Teen Health Boost, 1:30 pm - 3:10 pm, Student Support
Centre
6 June
Queens Birthday
Year 11 and 10: Mrs
McCorkindale will give Career
Planning class presentations via
Year 11 English classes and
Year 10 Social Studies classes in
Term 2.
7 June
Teacher Only Day
Chamber Music Competitions
11 June
Senior Ball
14 June
Board Meeting
21 June
ICAS Maths Competition
22 June
Big Sing
08 July
Term 2 ENDS
When: Thursday 19 May 2016
Time: 9:15am – 12:35pm
(Y11–13 students will be allocated
times)
Where: Nayland College School
Hall
Year 13: Any Year 13 student
who missed their 1:1
career interview with Mrs
McCorkindale in Term 1 is
encouraged to visit the Careers
Centre for a rescheduled
appointment.
Wednesday, 18 May
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Nelson College for Girls
Sports Uniform Returns
Level 3 Biology Trip, 2 - 3 May, Cawthron Institute
Career Planning:
Tuesday, 17 May
5:00pm – 6:30pm
Waimea College
Conor played superbly, and it was
noticed what a lovely delivery he had.
He deserved the win, and had put in
practice time towards it!
2 May
Nayland Careers Road Show
Parents Attending: Parents
are welcome to attend either
at Nayland between 9:15am
& 12:35pm or the following
evening sessions:
They all played some great shots.
What’s on in Term 2 2016?
Careers Corner
Course Providers: There will
be 30 various course providers
available including ITO’s,
Polytechnics, Universities and
Private Institutions.
Boys singles
Connor Reilly 1st
Fynn Sawyer 3rd
Jayvin Waters 4th
Jordan Newton 6th
Students are encouraged to selfmanage and thoroughly plan for
2016. An electronic calendar of
career events has been made
available and students are
advised to attend the seminars,
tertiary presentations and
public events.
SPORTS EVENTS: See the Sports Calendar. Changes can occur; see the
Nayland College facebook page or our website.
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Make a difference.
Become a school trustee.
Nominate yourself or someone you know today.
Being a school trustee is an important role that needs people with a range of skills
and experiences, who will make a positive difference to our children’s learning. Make
a difference and nominate yourself or someone you know by filling out a nomination
form available from your school.
Learn more at www.trustee-election.co.nz
YOUR RETURNING
OFFICER IS:
Bev Williams
Nayland College
166 Nayland Road
Stoke 7011
Nelson
03 5479769
bev.williams@nayland.school.nz
If you can
share your skills
you can be
a trustee
•Appoints and supports the principal and assesses
their performance.
NZSTA ELECTION ADVICE LINE
0800 ELECTION (0800 353 284)
www.trustee-election.co.nz
electionsadvice@nzsta.org.nz
New Zealand School Trustees Association, through a
Ministry of Education contract, provides free employment
and governance advice, support and resources. NZSTA
also provides a variety of professional development
opportunities for trustees.
•Ensures that the educational needs and aspirations
of Māori learners, Pasifika learners and learners with
special education needs are identified, planned for
and met.
•Fulfils the intent of the Treaty of Waitangi by valuing
and reflecting New Zealand’s dual cultural heritage.
What help do school trustees get?
All parents of students who are enrolled full-time in a
state or state-integrated school can and should vote in
the elections for parent representatives.
The school staff and parents elect boards of trustees
every three years.
How is a board elected?
Parents, caregivers and people from the wider community
can be nominated for election to a school board. Your
school will be happy to help you find out more about
standing for election or nominating someone else.
Who can become a trustee?
Trustees are active leaders in their schools and need
to work well in a team, ask challenging questions and
have good communications skills. Boards need a balance
of skills and experiences to ensure effective processes
for planning, monitoring, reporting and reviewing the
school’s performance are in place. Check out
www.trustee-election.co.nz/becoming-a-trustee
for more information regarding trusteeship.
What skills do trustees need?
•Oversees the management of staff, property,
finances, curriculum and administration.
•Monitors and evaluates student progress and
achievement.
•Sets the strategic direction and long-term plans
for the school and monitors the board’s progress
against them.
Here are some specific things the board does:
First and foremost a board is accountable for
student progress and achievement to its parents and
community. The board has the overall responsibility
for the school. This includes legal obligations covering
curriculum, property, personnel, finance and health
and safety.
What do trustees do?
School board membership includes elected parent
representatives, an elected staff representative and
the principal. If the school has students above year 9,
the board also includes a student representative.
Every state and state-integrated school in
New Zealand has a board of trustees.
What is a school board
of trustees?