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Curriculum Update Term 4

30 October 2017Aquinas School

Senior Attitude and Effort Awards These awards will be presented during the morning assembly in week 4 of the term (Tuesday 7 November). Students who are receiving an award will be alerted by 31 October. Parents are welcome to attend the assembly. NCEA Examinations The NCEA examination period for this year runs from Thursday 9 November through…

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Aquinas Talent across the Bay

30 October 2017Aquinas School

A number of talented students and staff have been wowing audiences with their singing, acting and dancing talents. Mary Poppins ran for 6 nights are Baycourt in September. Star of previous school productions Bugsy Malone and Oliver, Yr. 11 Michael Graham appeared alongside his father, Fraser Graham, cast as George Banks. Katie Graham, a Yr…

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The Power of a Holiday

29 October 2017Aquinas School

I  know you don’t think you should take a break right now. Why? Because you’re too busy. This column is probably one of many internet tabs you have open. Your to-do list is likely overflowing and packed with both menial chores and massive assignments. However did you know that a break is actually what could…

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PTA November Update

29 October 2017Aquinas School

Last month St Mary’s Catholic School celebrated its 75th Jubilee reunion and recognised 75 years of Catholic Education within Tauranga Moana.  St Mary’s recognised the wider and growing contribution of other schools and organisations who promote the school’s Special Catholic Character across the city.  It was under this umbrella that Aquinas was involved in the…

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Sports Report November 2017

29 October 2017Aquinas School

Summer sporting codes are under way with Cricket, Volleyball, Rugby 7’s, Touch and Water polo all fielding teams in local competitions. Cricket – A friendly round of games were organized with Bethlehem College on Tuesday 24 October between 1st XI, 2nd XI and Yr 7/8 teams . It is hoped this will become an annual…

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NZ Economics Quiz

29 October 2017Aquinas School

The New Zealand Economics Quiz is a nationwide competition with 2700 candidates participating. Hosted by Auckland University, students were required to answer 40 multiple choice questions about the New Zealand economy using macro and micro economic theory. The following students received Distinction Awards (top 15% of NZ). Torben Stovold Robbie Street Lucy Houghton Reilly Gardner Brendan…

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Spirit of Adventure

29 October 2017Aquinas School

Five girls, five boys, five days and one amazing teacher, all set out to tackle the Spirit of Adventure Trophy Voyage. In the first week of Term 4, Team AC Sharkies from Year 10 got the opportunity to go on the Spirt of Adventure. Along side three other schools and fantastic crew members, we set…

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Youth Community Spirit Award

25 October 2017Aquinas School

Congratulations to Yr. 13 student, Aileen Harwood who was awarded the TrustPower Youth Community Spirit Award. The Award enabled her to donate $250 to a charity of her choice. As Aileen takes part in various Saint Vincent De Paul initiatives she decided to give the money to Meari Vickers, the co-ordinator of the Fullstop and…

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Brother Sister Let Me Serve You

23 October 2017Aquinas School

The Touchstone of Service was celebrated at today’s Volunteers Assembly. Acts of service included giving technical support at school events, visiting the sick at Tauranga Hospital, coaching & umpiring college sports and even tending the wharenui garden. Congratulations and thanks to the following students; Blair Bromwich Emma Harper Josef Schuler Thea Smith Laura Smith Maiwenn…

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Synchronised Swimming Success

18 October 2017Aquinas School

Yr. 8 student Avalee Donovan- Trewhella. Avalee is a member of Tauranga Synchro, Tauranga’s synchronised swimming club.  Tauranga Synchro competed in the NZ National Synchronised Swimming Championships that were held in Invercargill from 8-12 October. Avalee competed in the Inter-school competition representing Aquinas College and came 4th in the Intermediate Solo event, narrowly missing a…

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