He Pito Mata
He Pito Mata
18 March 2022
18 March 2022
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From the Principal:
From the Principal:
College Notices:
College Notices:
Rostered Home Learning for the Remainder of Term One
Rostered Home Learning for the Remainder of Term One
Week 8
➤Tuesday - Friday Year 10 and Year 12 work from home (22-25 March)
Week 9
➤Wednesday and Friday Year 13 work from home (30th March and 1st April)
Week 10
➤Wednesday and Friday Year 10 work from home (6th and 8th April)
Week 11
➤Tuesday Year 11 remain at Home (12th April)
➤Thursday whole school works from home (14th April)
Important Dates to Diary
Important Dates to Diary
Full details are available on the school website calendar. The following are important dates to note:
Thursday 14 April (Whole School Learning From Home) - Last day of Term One
Monday 2 May - First Day of Term Two
College Ball is postponed until later in 2022, likely to be in Term Four
College Ball is postponed until later in 2022, likely to be in Term Four
Te Kāreti o Ōtaki Whare Tapawhā | Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L)
Te Kāreti o Ōtaki Whare Tapawhā | Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L)
“Students learn best when they feel accepted, when they enjoy positive relationships with their fellow students and teachers, and when they are able to be active visible members of the learning community. Effective teachers foster positive relationships within environments that are caring, inclusive, non-discriminatory, and cohesive.” The New Zealand Curriculum, p. 34.
PB4L School-Wide is a long-term, whole-school approach to help schools develop their own social culture that supports learning and positive behaviour. The framework is evidence based. It provides us with a process for considering both learning and behaviour across the whole school, and student by student.
News and Events
News and Events
SS Otaki Commemoration Day - a tribute to Convoy PQ17
SS Otaki Commemoration Day - a tribute to Convoy PQ17
Evolocity Launch 2022
Evolocity Launch 2022
On the 9th of March we, the Ōtaki College Evolocity team attended the 2022 Evolocity launch and design workshop in Lower Hutt. Evolocity is a charitable organisation educating kiwis on the environmental and economic benefits of electric vehicles while growing youth interest in technology and engineering.
BP Business Challenge
BP Business Challenge
Fantastic ideas have been launched by our Year 12 and 13 students this week in the BP Business Challenge - details next time ...
Fantastic ideas have been launched by our Year 12 and 13 students this week in the BP Business Challenge - details next time ...
Covid Care Package Non Uniform Day
Covid Care Package Non Uniform Day
On Wednesday March 9 the student Hauora and Environment Council organised a non uniform day. The students were wanting to support whānau who were isolating at home due to omicron. The day was well supported by students and staff and Matua Andy was able to take the kai items down to Raukawa marae. The kai was then distributed by Te Puna Oranga o Ōtaki to whānau in isolation.
On the Sporting Calendar
On the Sporting Calendar
Junior and Senior Boys Football
Haruatai Park
Seniors Tuesday 22nd March - 4pm.
Juniors Thursday 24th March - 4pm.
Girls Football - Years 9 to 13
Thursday 24th March - meeting in S5, 2nd break (12.50pm)
All netball players
Our courts
Wednesday 23rd March, 3.30pm
Any whānau that would like to coach / manage a team please come along or get in contact with Kirsty
kdl@otakicollege.school.nz
Congratulations to our PB4L Kia Kaha Draw winners
Congratulations to our PB4L Kia Kaha Draw winners
Week 6 winners were:
Week 6 winners were:
Kauri Sammy Crewther
Matai Ava Anthony
Totara Frankie Grace
Rimu Zion Taurima
Week 7 winners were:
Week 7 winners were:
Kauri Stephanie Crewther
Matai Jess Thomsen
Totara Sam Georgetti
Rimu Caleb Smith
Adolescence is the transitional stage of development that is usually associated with the teenage years. In 2018, the Australian Curriculum Assessment Authority, redefined adolescence as affecting young people aged between 10-24 years. During this time, they experience rapid physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth which affects how teenagers feel, think, make decisions and interact with the world around them.
Adolescence is the transitional stage of development that is usually associated with the teenage years. In 2018, the Australian Curriculum Assessment Authority, redefined adolescence as affecting young people aged between 10-24 years. During this time, they experience rapid physical, cognitive and psychosocial growth which affects how teenagers feel, think, make decisions and interact with the world around them.
During adolescence, a child's brain can be considered as being “under-construction”. The rate at which this progresses will vary depending on the individual and also their gender. As a result, some parents may view adolescence as stressful or difficult. However, it does not need to be. Setting boundaries, implementing consistent monitoring and maintaining a strong and loving connection will help families adjust during this time.
During adolescence, a child's brain can be considered as being “under-construction”. The rate at which this progresses will vary depending on the individual and also their gender. As a result, some parents may view adolescence as stressful or difficult. However, it does not need to be. Setting boundaries, implementing consistent monitoring and maintaining a strong and loving connection will help families adjust during this time.
It is also an important time to keep the communication lines open through clear and age appropriate conversations. Speak openly about changes that they are experiencing and be conscious of their mental health as many of the conditions people confront in adulthood, can begin to manifest in adolescence.
It is also an important time to keep the communication lines open through clear and age appropriate conversations. Speak openly about changes that they are experiencing and be conscious of their mental health as many of the conditions people confront in adulthood, can begin to manifest in adolescence.
In this edition of SchoolTV, adult carers can learn how to guide and best support their young person as they transition through adolescence. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.
In this edition of SchoolTV, adult carers can learn how to guide and best support their young person as they transition through adolescence. We hope you take time to reflect on the information offered in this month’s edition, and we always welcome your feedback.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help.
If you do have any concerns about the wellbeing of your child, please contact the school for further information or seek medical or professional help.
Community Notices
Community Notices
Street Talk 2202 Poster.pdfStreet Talk 2203 Poster.pdfOUTWARD BOUND NZ - YOUTH ACTIVATE
The fully funded Youth Activate is an 8 day course for physically disabled youth aged 16-17 years. Our next course date is 10–17 May 2022.
OUTWARD BOUND NZ - LEAPS & BOUNDS ACTIVATE
The fully funded Leaps & Bounds Activate 8 day course is for physically disabled youth (13 to 16yrs) and their parent or caregiver. Our next course date is 10-17 October 2022.
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