THURSDAY 16 FEBRUARY 2017

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

Tena koutou katoa

Scholarship Successes—Last week, we were very excited to learn that eight NZ Scholarships were achieved for 2016. This is an outstanding result for Craighead. Congratulations to Toral Tailor (Design), Emilie Agnew and Nicola Pedlow (Biology), Anna Breen and Louise

Goodwin (English), Charlotte Cumming (Art History) and Thirada (Yaya) Chanawichote (Design and Graphics). Yaya (right) deserves special mention, gaining two scholarships and building upon the Graphics scholarship obtained while in Year 12, the previous year. Scholarship requires a huge commitment over and above regular Level Three studies. Obtaining a scholarship is something of which to be very proud! Thanks go to our subject teachers who inspired, encouraged and supported the girls along the way.

Staffing—We warmly welcome Mrs Linda Hepburn to Craighead as a part-time Teacher Aide. A former Craighead parent, Linda has had over eight years’ experience with Literacy South Canterbury. We are very fortunate to have secured someone with considerable learning support experience. We also welcome ex-student Faith Turner-Walker back to Craighead. Faith will replace Mrs Janine McIvor as an evening prep supervisor in the Boarding House from Monday to Thursday, supporting students in Years 7 to 9. A capable academic and keen sportswoman, Faith was Deputy Sacristan last year. She is having a gap year before travelling overseas. We wish Mrs McIvor all the best as she moves to full time employment in counselling.

Year 13 Scholarship—Each year we have a very strong field of applicants for the Year 13 Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to a student who is intending to undertake tertiary study upon leaving school, who has shown a commitment to taking responsibility for her own academic learning, and who has contributed to the sporting or cultural life of the school. Congratulations to Ashleigh Meyer who is this years’ recipient.

Summer Quadrangular Tournament—Sunday to Tuesday 19-21 February Craighead is very much looking forward to hosting Summer Quad next week. While the other three schools (St Margaret’s College, Rangi Ruru and St Hilda’s Collegiate) are much larger than Craighead, we relish the opportunity to compete in Debating, Volleyball, Tennis, Touch and Swimming against our city sister schools and to showcase South Canterbury hospitality.

God Bless, Lindy Graham

School Phone: 03 6886074

Email: admin@craighead.school.nz Website: www.craighead.school.nz

Boarding House Phone: 03 6842251

Email: boarding.manager@craighead.school.nz

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY FEBRUARY Fri 17 Mufti Day—fundraiser for Charity Bike Ride Debating Workshop—3.45-8.00pm Fri 17-Sat 18 Y13 French Trip to Akaroa Sun 19-Tue 21 Summer Quadrangular Tournament, hosted by Craighead Wed 22 International Mayoral Welcome, 9am Y7-8 Parents’ BBQ, 6pm Thur 23 Ara Liaison visit, 10am Fri 24 Swimming Sports, CBay Fri 3 March Athletics Sports, Aorangi Stadium Boarding Forum—10am, Aorangi Stadium Pavilion Mon 27 March Teacher-Only Day, Curriculum Design

Meet Laura Zonnevylle—Deputy Head Girl 2017

I came to Craighead as a Year 7 student in 2011, feeling incredibly excited to be surrounded by not only new people, but new learning opportunities as well. I soon realised that Craighead has many academic, cultural, and sporting opportunities available for girls of all abilities, which gave me the confidence to participate in a range of activities.

Throughout my time at Craighead, I have been a committed member of the Student Council, Kapa haka and Film Club. I have entered Music Cup and have socially participated in Netball, Touch and Badminton. This year, I look forward to joining the Magazine and Global Citizen committees and becoming a Peer Support Leader.

I am also looking forward to supporting Annabelle, as I know she will be a fantastic leader of our school. I feel privileged to be a part of such a strong group of Year 13 students, who are good role models and ambassadors for our school. Through the support of each other, I know we can continue to uphold the traditions and values that make Craighead the special place that it is. The Craighead community is one I am proud to be a part of, and I feel extremely lucky to have been given the opportunity to be Deputy Head Girl this year.

SPEED SKATING Congratulations to Leah McDonald (Y12) who competed in several National Inline Speed Skating competitions recently. She won eight National titles and was excited to achieve two new National records in the NZ Road Championships 200m time trial and the NZ Banked Track Championships 500m. She is now training for the Oceania Competition in Brisbane in April.

TENNIS Kate Crawford, (Y9, right) was selected in the NZ U13 Tennis team to compete in Australia in December 2016 where they finished third overall. Kate paired up with an Auckland player

to win the U12 Doubles title. Lucy Crawford (Y8) qualified for the U12 Tennis National Championships, held in Auckland in January. Lucy finished sixth in the Mixed Doubles and received the “Positive Attitude” award.

YEAR 13 COMMISSIONING SERVICE 2017

Please forward brief details of student news and achievements to Katie.Mackenzie@craighead.school.nz

CDS ONSTAGE! TURLEY AUDITORUM

10-13 May 2017

Auditions were held last week for the school’s musical production, CDS Onstage!. The production team was thrilled with the large number of girls who auditioned, particularly in the junior school, and would like to congratulate all of them for their well prepared and entertaining performances. Rehearsals are now underway for the cast of 36 singers and dancers as they prepare for Opening night on Wednesday 10 May.

TWILIGHT MARKET

FRIDAY 17 MARCH 4.30-8.00pm

UNIFORM SHOP Open Days Term One 2017

Friday 17 February, 3 March, 17 March, 31 March, 7 April

3.30-4.30pm EFTPOS is available at the

Uniform shop

SECOND HAND SHOP Open Days Term One 2017

Friday 3 March, 31 March, 13 April—3.30-4.30pm

Cash or cheque only at Second Hand Shop

For information, please email uniform@craighead.school.nz

NETBALL TRIAL DATES

Seniors Saturday 18 February Stadium 10.00am-12.00pm Sunday 19 February Stadium 9.00am-11.00am

Year 10 Monday 20 February SC Courts 6.00pm-7.30pm Tuesday 28 February SC Courts 3.45pm-5.30pm

Year 9 Tuesday 28 February SC Courts 3.45pm-5.30pm Monday 6 March SC Courts 3.45pm-5.30pm

HOCKEY TRIALS

Please note the following dates for trials: Thursday 2 March 6.00pm Hockey Turf Monday 6 March 6.00pm Hockey Turf

FUEL YOUR BODY FOR LIFE

Tuesday 7 March 2017, 7.30-8.30pm—Auditorium

The Craighead Sports Advisory Council is very proud to present ex student, Katrina Darry, Performance Nutrition Consultant and Lead Nutrition Provider to the All Blacks. Come and hear Katrina speak on sports nutrition to provide energy for life through healthy eating, focusing on athletes from both team and individual sports. All coaches, managers, athletes, parents and friends are invited and encouraged to attend.

Entry is $5 for Adults and $2 for Students—payable at the door

CAREERS DEPARTMENT

The Careers Office is located at the end of the Dining room veranda, with printed resources now available from the display at the entrance to the Dining room. Students are welcome to book an appointment, or email campbellvi@craighead.school.nz with any queries. The timetable displayed on the Office door indicates when the Careers Advisor is available. Information on careers and updates on events can be found on CDS Careers on Facebook—students (and parents) are encouraged to follow this page.

The Careers Department is presently customising a web based career management programme for use at Craighead. The programme, Career Central, offers a comprehensive, integrated package which “connects learning to life” — see http://www.careercentral.school.nz/ for further information. The programme transfers data from KAMAR; if you do not wish this to occur, and you do not want your daughter to have access to the programme, please email the Careers Department.

Upcoming Liaison Events ARA Polytechnic Liaison visit: Thursday 23 February Your Education—GAP Year provider: Tuesday 28 February (lunchtime) Otago Law Function: Friday 10 March 1–3pm, Roncalli (parents are welcome to attend) Otago Polytechnic: Thursday 9 March

Vicky Campbell—Careers Advisor

AORAKI TENNIS

On Tuesday this week, Kate Crawford, Anna Brosnahan, Faith McManus, Kate Harvey, Sophie Lightbourne and Elsie Love represented Craighead at the Aoraki Secondary Schools’ Tennis tournament in Timaru. Kate, Anna, Faith and Kate

played well against tough opposition from Waitaki Girls’ High School placing second in the A Grade Girls’ section. Elsie and Sophie played in B Grade Doubles matches against Roncalli, Geraldine High School and two Mt Hutt College teams, beating Geraldine and Mt Hutt 1. They were placed third overall in the B Grade section—a well-deserved result.

ITINERANT MUSIC LESSONS

Once again, many girls are taking advantage of the itinerant instrumental lessons, with long waiting lists in some areas. It is important that those fortunate enough to have lessons should make every effort to attend all lessons, arrive on time and practise regularly. Permission slips must be returned to Mrs McLeod by 1 March. The itinerant teachers are:

Clarinet/Sax Mrs Judith Loveday - Tuesday morning/afternoon Flute Mrs Judith Loveday - Wednesday morning Brass Ms Margaret van Ginkel - Monday morning Violin Mr Tim McLeod - Friday morning/afternoon Guitar Mr Geoff Davidson - Tuesday afternoon Cello/Bass Mrs Cathy Verhaart - Tuesday afternoon

NEWS FROM THE BOARDING HOUSE

Weekend Outings: Friday 17 February—Skating on Caroline Bay Saturday 18 February—Ten Pin Bowling in Oamaru Sunday 19 February—Craighead Farmers Market

Boarding Parents Forum and Morning Tea—All Boarding parents and caregivers are invited to attend a Boarding Forum to be held during Athletic Sports on Friday 3 March at 10.00am, in the Pavilion at Aorangi Stadium. If you have any topics of discussion you would like raised please email them to me.

Bike Riding Safety Course—There are many risks associated with cycling, so all Year 9 boarders have the opportunity to take part in bike riding safety lessons with Police Educator WPC Marie Fround. These lessons are free and will run Wednesday 8 March at 3.30pm. I will send out further information in an email. If you feel that it would benefit your daughter to take part, please complete and return the form to the Boarding House by Friday 4 March. Forms can also be downloaded from the Craighead website under “Boarding” and “Forms”.

Mrs Yvonne Thompson—Director of Boarding

Boarders Weekend In—Apple Bobbing!