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Kia ora, welcome to the second edition of our on-line school newsletters for 2018 2016.
TERM THREE 2018 : issue no 2
Kia ora. Term 4 starts and we wonder where the year disappeared. In this newsletter you'll see some of the many accomplishments and activities that students have been involved in. It's a snapshot of the amazing students that attend our school. In the new term we have a few weeks before seniors head off for external NCEA exams and last moments to submit work to teachers for marking. With many senior students pondering their new journeys post Lytton High School, I thought I'd share a link to a letter, one student's open letter to educators, composed by William Reynolds six months after finishing high school in Auckland in 2017. It's an interesting article which goes some way to challenging the relevance of a limited curriculum. For many of us it challenges our very concepts of what makes a powerful and relevant curriculum for today and tomorrow. I encourage you to read his letter and begin having conversations with others, our young people included, about these ideas of what should be taught in high schools and why. To support this critical conversation I've dropped in a video from the very entertaining and always informative Sir Ken Robinson. While both William and Sir Ken come from different positions, they both share the message that what has been is no longer enough. This important conversation is well over due. Enjoy the debate.
PRINCIPAL'S CORNER
stUDENT SUCCESS
Lisa Francis - Teacher
staff news
Tiffany Walters - Careers Administrator Since leaving Lytton High in 2006 I have worked in both Sales and Corporate Recruitment. My career has allowed me to work in New Zealand, Australia and the United Kingdom. I returned back to Gisborne in 2016 with my fiance to raise our family in our home town. While at Lytton I was a prefect and Sportswoman in 2004 and 2005, so I am very excited to be back at the High School that provided me with so many opportunities.
Kia Ora, My name is Lisa Francis. Originally from the East Coast in England, my husband and I emigrated to New Zealand in 2006. We recently moved from Masterton where I had taught at Solway College for nine years as a HOD for Technology and English. I trained at Leeds University in Design Technology and English. We love the East Coast and the outdoor lifestyle which we enjoy with our family, friends and dogs. I am a volunteer at the SPCA and also have worked for Arrow FM in Masterton. I enjoy white water rafting and cycling. The East Coast move has been wonderful and I look forward to working at Lytton and meeting with families, students and extended whānau.
Ashleigh Stichbury travelled to Wellington to receive her St John Youth Grand Prior Award at Government House. Congratulations Ashleigh! *** BREAKING NEWS *** Congratulations must also go to Ashleigh for becoming the 2019 Student Board of Trustees Rep. We look forward to amazing things to come!
Our most popular title for term 3—Simon Scarrow’s When the Eagle Hunts Britain 43 AD and the family of General Plautius of the Roman Second Legion, is captured by a dark sect of Druids who demand the return of those of their brotherhood taken prisoner by the Romans. If their demands are not met, then Plautius' family will be burned alive. Can his family be rescued?
Meet the team! I couldn’t run the library without the support of my awesome Yr13 Student Librarians. All six have worked during lunch hours, assisting with Issues and Returns and reading recommendations. Back: Heneriata Poutu, Forester King Front: Takoda Ackerley, Taison Sayer Missing : Ashley Honig and Uriah Bryan And yes, this was the best photo out of approximately 40 taken! (Thanks Taison!) Term 3 - This term has certainly gone by fast. With the wet weather we have had super busy lunchtimes, with games of chess and cards as well as readers tucked into quiet corners with their heads buried in a good book. The library has been a hub of activity during class time too, as seniors complete their assignments and prepare for exams. I wish all the year 12 and 13 students the best for next term and hope all their hard work pays off. - Carla
LYTTON'S LIBRARY
YEAR 10 & 12 FASHION dress a girl around the world campaign
Students from 10 Fashion and 12 Fashion were approached to make a dress for a "Girl Around the World". Ten students from these classes were keen to do this. Dress a Girl Around the World was first set up in 2009 when they first began to distribute dresses internationally. They have distributed 1 million dresses to over 81 countries. They strive towards their vision "that every girl should own at least one dress" Dress a Girl NZ has distributed over 3000 dresses over the last few years to 26 different organisations in different countries. Schools are coming on board with this activity which can be incorporated into NCEA Level 1 Achievement Standards. These dresses are distributed to organisations in Uganda, Fiji, Brazil, Cambodia, Vietnam, Kenya, Solomon Islands, Cambodia and Mongolia to name a few. The students enjoyed the challenge of creating these dresses and they have certainly displayed the schools values of Ako, Aroha and Aspire. It is also great to see our students thinking about others in need.
freedom writers San Diego Trip 2018
An Amazing Series of Events By Takoda Ackerley, Year 13 Student of the 2018 Freedom Writers Class - Ambassadors for Tolerance As we stepped off the plane, we were greeted by an empty foyer, but did we care? NO. We had arrived. Twenty-one hours had passed since we left Gisborne, NZ and in that time we had travelled halfway around the globe to the state of California, home of Hollywood, and San Diego, our destination. Almost like zombies, we made our way down to baggage collection. It was late, well past midnight and well into the next day back in New Zealand. Yet we were pumped! After collecting our maroon and white ribboned bags, ribbons supplied by Ms Lawrence for easy identification, we were warmly greeted by a tall man, Daniel Ybarra, our USA host. Danny, as we called him, drove us to his home, 145 Stony Knoll Road, El Cajon, CA 92019. It was dark, the lights of the city seemed to burn on our eyes, cars crawled past as traffic blocked our way. What seemed like an eternity later, we arrived at Danny’s ranch. Here we were greeted by the sight of made up air beds and an array of snacks. Not to mention air conditioning - ”Shut the door” was a new habit we had to learn. Our first full day in San Diego was hot, a dry heat, coupled with a dry, hot wind. San Diego sun blazing in the sky, brown grass and dirt replaced the lawns of every house we saw and spindly trees dotted the landscape. In fact that day was one of the hottest they had had that summer, 43.5 degrees in our language. We were experiencing a drought that would grow to become the fires that are still raging on across the State even now. By 8.30am some really friendly and cool students from Lincoln High School and High Tech High and their teachers caught up with us at Dan’s and the beginning of some long term friendships was about to start. We set off with a real sense of anticipation and excitement for what was out there. Once we had mastered and overcome our anxiety on the freeways from the wrong side of the road, our three vans came to a halt at the end of a windy road and signage and gates that were both intimidating and ominous. At this point we began our hike through a national park on the edge of the border, eventually seeing Trump’s wall with our very own eyes. Sun beating down on us and water being guzzled, we finally arrived at the border wall jutting out into the sea, separating Mexico from the U.S. It was something we will never forget-the enormity of it and the fact that it comprised two metal screen-like fences with barbed wire, lights, cameras and sensors. It was ironic that at the top these barriers converged to a ‘friendship garden’ where we learned that when opened families from each side could meet up and spend time together, even getting married. While waiting or simply arriving there, one was met by a picnic area and BBQ facilities overlooking the sea. Looking out over this we could see warships patrolling the border. The fence structures giving us a glimpse of those on the other side, leading normal, everyday lives, barred from the country by imposing poles of metal and security guards, who watched us carefully as we approached, viewed and left. They meant business and gave us much to reflect on as we walked back to the vans. Without a doubt we will think back on this experience many times during our lives and wonder what the world is coming to if this xenophobia is left to grow. Moving forward with our journey and on a lighter note, Danny and Ms Lawrence had arranged for us to visit the Zoo. Flamingos, Lions, exotic birds, Hippos and Monkeys, are just some of the many inhabitants and attractions of the San Diego Zoo. Another extremely hot day saw us walking for several hours around the habitats, the amazing creatures were housed in, offsetting the possible sunburn and heat exhaustion some of us experienced. Here, we could experience some of the food and typical lifestyle of US citizens and tourists. Well worth a look. The next day, a two hour drive from San Diego to Long Beach, California saw us arriving at the Freedom Writers Foundation, the inspiration for our class and it’s values. This would turn out to be a day we will never ever forget. While it looked like an ordinary house from the outside, it gave us so much to learn and experience on the inside. Disembarking from our vans, we were warmly greeted by our host for the day, Erin Gruwell, the teacher who began the mission for acceptance and tolerance world wide. Meeting Erin, was an overwhelming experience. Her bubbly personality and kind smile made you instantly like her, she would also spontaneously hug you, and who doesn’t like hugs? At the foundation, we had lunch with several members of the original Freedom Writers class and we listened to their stories, funny and sad. We also got to join in the line game lead by Erin herself. From this we learned how much we had in common with each other and the Freedom Writers who were there. It again gave us food for thought and much to consider and reflect on, until sadly, it was time for us to leave. However, we were not leaving for San Diego, we were on a mission, a somewhat sad mission, which brought a tear to your eye and reminded you of what terrible things people can do to each other. Due to her widespread contacts, Erin had arranged for us to visit the personal museum of Mel Mermelstein. Mel is a Jewish survivor of the Nazi death camps, Auschwitz-Birkenau, Gross Rosen and Buchenwald. He was the only survivor of his family. His mother, father, two sisters and brother perished in the camp during the Holocaust. His daughter led us through the tour, while his son filmed and recorded this poignant moment. An honour we will forever be proud to have been a part of. Mel’s Museum, which we were fortunate to have been allowed to tour, was being closed down and put into storage. Mel was now 92 and suffering onset alzheimer's, and so was unable to be there himself. The museum is filled from wall to wall, from floor to ceiling, with art and uniforms and history that should never be forgotten. Mel created this unique art from artifacts and pieces of Auschwitz that he was sent, or recovered himself over time and numerous visits. He is the owner of the vent which gassed his own family, the carer of hundreds of pieces of memorabilia saved from the Holocaust camps, spoons, forks, uniforms worn by prisoners, and ashes of those who were killed. All turned into artworks as a way of healing his own grief and reminding others of what had occurred. It was one of the most memorable events I have ever experienced in my life, tears flowed freely as I gazed upon the horror that Mel lived through and the conflicting hope which saved Mel from hopelessness. One picture which sums up the horror of what occurred is below. The day after visiting Mel’s museum we were again met by Erin and Sue Ellen (an original Freedom Writer) and visited the Museum of Tolerance, a museum dedicated to the remembrance of the Holocaust and striving for equality and tolerance everywhere. At the beginning of the tour we were given a card, with a child’s name and photo on it. At the end of the tour, you insert it into a computer and you get to find out if your child survived the Holocaust or not. The importance and value of Museums like these were not lost on us and it enables us to share what we have experienced with others so we never forget. For the next few days we moved to lighter times and events. Our drive to LA a day or two later, lead us to what has been coined the happiest place on earth, Disneyland. The kingdom of fantasy loomed high, and took up a whole day. We posed for photos with the Evil Queen, Peter Pan, and who could forget, the castle, it’s silhouette promised a day of fun, and also a little bit of annoyance from heat and queues, but let's gloss over that. Giant lollipops and other amazing candy, roller coasters, temples of doom, splash mountains, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, sailing ships, Star Wars, turkey legs and even time for our own portraits made this a day of laughs and time to be a kid again. LA Dodgers vs San Diego Padres, baseball. Wow, what a way to really experience one of America’s pastimes. We stood for the anthem and we honoured the soldiers in the crowd, we ate hot dogs, candy floss and purchased caps and shirts and baseballs. We even had one student Lani catch the baseball from the field. We had our own friendly rivalry as some backed LA and some San Diego-on this occasion San Diego were the victors and boy did Piri enjoy giving Mr Elliott heaps for backing LA. What was most incredible was when we were welcomed by the San Diego Padres on the big screen-we had made it! The evening before we left saw an authentic Mexican dinner prepared for us and some amazing desserts, especially the chocolate cake. A night of talking and laughter, during which Danny reminisced about falling off the great wall of China, and how he loved and learned from the hospitality he experienced in New Zealand. We presented Danny with a piece of pounamu, after performing our school Haka and Waiata. An heirloom to be passed down through his family. The night ended with a dance battle, a pool party, and a lot of tired New Zealanders, ready for the long journey home. Now back on NZ soil we have really grown to appreciate what we have here in our own backyard. Some of us have vowed to return to the US one day to experience more of what it has to offer. Others are happy to have the memories and a few have the desire now to travel to other continents and experience what the world has to teach. What we all have in common is the fact that we did this together and we made our class goal a reality. As Erin herself might agree, “education is the key to success” and this trip was a real education for us in so many ways.
O’AHU AND LOS ANGELES 2018 Rītana takes to O’ahu and Los Angeles like Puha to Porkbones Rītana took to the shores of Waikiki and the bustling lights of Los Angeles in July this year. We had a mixture of Kapa Haka and Te Reo Māori students who took part in this thirteen day excursion of a lifetime. The usage of our language and culture was taken to America. We travelled all over O’ahu from Waikiki, Waianei, Pearl City, Kahuku, Lai’e, Ka’awa, to Kaneohe to explore this beautiful island. During our trip here we gave cultural performances at the Polynesian Cultural Centre, Kamehameha High School, Kaneohe Community Hall, Kualoa Ranch and Waianei Wa’a, just to name a few. It is envisaged that this visit will be the first of many opportunities to reciprocate with Kanaka Maoli through the exchange of cultural knowledge and practices. The exchange of history, stories, food, language and traditional performances will form strong bonds of friendship across the Pacific. The group travelled to a community in Waianei where we were presented with a special speaker for E Ala Wa’a with kanaka Maoli. A shared lunch with the ohana followed, including trying new foods like laulau, poke, and poi. The community commits to the protection and preservation of their traditional way of life when it comes to wa’a navigation. We had a shared dinner with the extended ohana, which also included sharing stories. This was a night of laughter and learning for our Rītana students as we performed items for the ohana to thank them for their hospitality. There were many highlights during our time in O’ahu. Some of these were the island tour of significant sites around the island: the Nu’uanu battle that took place on the Pali, the Polynesian Cultural Centre where the Rītana students stood on the stage at the Aotearoa Village and the luau (feast) which was spectacular with an array of island food which the students were happy to partake in. Kualoa Ranch was a standout and highlight of our time on the east coast in Ka’awa. The home of a beautiful valley and mountain peaks which was the location of famous movies like Jurrasic Park, King Kong, 50 First Dates, Pearl Harbour, Jumanji, Godzilla, Hawaii Five-0 and so forth. Many thanks to our personal guide Kahala Keali’ikuhilani who looked after us on the tour. The stories shared and the history that came with the Morgan family who share this ranch with kanaka Maoli and tourists were much appreciated. United Airlines took us to Los Angeles which created for us new opportunities. The culture is absolutely different to the Hawaiian people. The weather here was a soaring 40 plus degrees. Visits to Universal Studios, Disneyland and California Park were among the highlights of this destination. The group learnt a lot about themselves and working as a team. The concept of tuakana, teina came into play. Ensuring we as foreigners were respectful, but also keeping true to ourselves. We maintained our tikanga through karakia to ensure our safety and protection while overseas. Our debrief each night was used for capturing special moments along the way of what each experienced. We even met other Māori families or other Kiwis that were on holiday in Los Angeles. Our final day in Los Angeles captured a student voice feedforward to myself as the teacher in charge but also to hear the voices of the students. Here is some of the feedback received: “Being grateful and appreciating what I have at home”, “Plane ride over was cool, we had our ownTV screens”, “Performing our culture and speaking our language”, “Having our phones taken off us each night”, “Sore feet from all the walking”, “weather was hot!”, “Taxes and gratuity!, “Trying Hawaiian food”, “I improved on my time management but it still needs work”, “Theme parks were awesome”, “Every young adult should have the opportunity to explore outside of Gissie to appreciate what the world has to offer”, “Kualoa Ranch was meke!”, “Amazing opportunity”, “Connecting our whakapapa”, “The Mc Donalds, I could buy 6 burgers for 5 bucks!”, “The laulau was like a mini boil up wrapped up in banana leaves. It was yum!”, “IHOP for breakfast, so I could eat the waffles and the omelette in a record time!” My contribution would have to be taking these ambassadors of Lytton High School to showcase to America who we are as Māori and where our culture and language can take us. Never losing our identity and always looking to the stars and never down to your feet. Opportunities await and doors will open. Terrific bunch of leaders of our school, community and families. This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to share their culture, learn about other cultures and gain an appreciation of their place in Aotearoa and the world. The life experiences each of them will have learnt along the way can be embraced and shared with others.
HAWAII
HAWAII CONT.
The students in Wheako have had a busy term; refining their basketball skills, getting out and about in the community, fundraising for charity and participating in the cross country. Special Olympics Basketball: This term Lytton hosted the very popular Special Olympics Basketball, with teams from four local schools challenging to be the top school Basketball team in the district. The ‘Rītana Rebels’ were well prepared, honing their skills for the event, and coming 3rd place with Gisborne Intermediate taking out 1st, Campion College 2nd and Girls High 4th. The day began with a series of skill based challenges followed by a game where we unleashed our secret weapons, Blake ‘Steven Adams’ Haddad, and Matty ‘nothing but net’ Kokiri. Once again our senior PE students volunteered to help run the event and the school received high praise for their exemplary manners and enthusiasm. The crowd cheered on our students as they enjoyed their moment in the spotlight. Next year we hope to go next level and take out the event.
WHEAKO
Education outside the Classroom: This term we have been out and about making the most of the resources in our community. We have visited the library, MOTAT, attended a percussion concert, visited a local café, continued swimming at the Olympic pools and joined the gym! Marathon in a Month: This term Wheako set themselves a goal of walking a full marathon to support The Cancer Society’s ‘Marathon in a Month’ Fundraiser. The entire class spent most days walking to achieve this goal. We are proud to say we walked 57.72 km and raised $564.60. This was a great achievement for our students and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who supported us. Cross Country: Wheako was represented well this year by our boys: Blake, Jacob, BJ and Cheyrone; with the rest of the class super busy supplying refreshments to all the athletes. The boys were well prepared with all their training over the term and kept up with other students as they ran over the back hills of Gisborne.
WAIKAREMOANA 12sFIT TRAMP
I really enjoyed the 3 day tramp. What I enjoyed the most was getting back from the long day walking and getting to the cabins and just kicking back and having a feed, I also enjoyed playing cards with everyone and just having some laughs with my mates and the teachers. The walking was a really good experience for me as I got to get out and into nature without any phones or wifi. The walk may have been hard but it was a experience that I know I would do again, probably not outside of school, but with a class. The smell and atmosphere of the bush was something I miss from living in the country. The views on the tramp is something you will never see in town. I liked playing cards with the teachers and the bros and just being idiots. I'm happy with the teachers that came, they are crack up and just chill as. I would honestly recommend this tramp for people who love to get out and experience the nature and views. I think the distance of the walk was good it was just a bit harder for me because I had a heavy pack. I do recommend that you do take quite a bit of food but you don't really need as many clothes as you might think. The weather was really good for us, although summer may be preferred by some, a few light showers is good to cool you down. I enjoyed swimming in the lake too. Morgan Hodgetts, Year 12 Student.
tough guy & girl challenge
Through Lytton, two of the practical PE classes in Yr 12 went to Rotorua to do the Secondary Schools Tough Girl and Guy Challenge 6km mud run. During the two days we were there we did a load of activities. On the first day we went swimming and went through town for dinner. The second day was when we had the run so as a team we got ready to go early and we were on our way as soon as possible. As soon as we got to the farm where we were doing the run we got little gift bags and got pumped ready for the run. The run started at 10 am and we ran together at the start. We went through lots of different obstacles including climbing walls, tunnels, electric fences, under ropes, through water that was waist deep (neck deep for Tim lol). We had all set goals and trained thoroughly to get through the 6 k run. My goal was to beat Dale Hapi to the finish line and it happened because I trained hard and succeeded. We all had fun on the run and enjoyed our time in Rotorua. I look forward to doing it next year if we can. I would also like to thank all the teachers for letting us go on the trip and to Mrs Crane and Mrs Poi for running and pushing us to reach our goals.
Last week the year 13 P.E. class went to Mount Ruapehu for a skiing and snowboard trip. The conditions on the first day weren't as good as they were hoping for but the second day pulled through, the fog had lifted off the mountain this was perfect conditions and everyone had a blast. Some of the class members reached the top of the west side. While we were on the mountain the secondary school skiing competition was being run on the south side.
13PHED SNOWBOARDING MT RUAPEHU
Photo's courtesy of the Gisborne Herald
Our annual Cross Country/Colour Run was held on Friday 21st September in the Spring Sun. It was a great day, loads of smiles, mud and colour! Congratulations to the place getters. Results are as follows: Junior Boys: 1st - Kyle McVey 2nd - Jamil Dos Santos 3rd - Matakino Puhia Junior Girls: 1st - Alequah Hape 2nd - Kelsey Teneti 3rd - Phoenix Tumanako Intermediate Boys: 1st - Rongo Waititi 2nd - Royce Kaa-Whitu 3rd - Chirac Ngatai Intermediate Girls: 1st - Rubi Perano 2nd - Rere Bartlett-Tamatea 3rd - Kimberlee Tamatea Senior Boys: 1st - Genesis Bartlett-Tamatea 2nd - Merlin Parsons 3rd - Tyler Evans Senior Girls: 1st - Georgia Teneti 2nd - Jordy Teneti 3rd - Keri Mankelow-Ngatoro
Many thanks to Integrated Foods, Mangatu Blocks and Pro-Traffic Solutions for helping us make this day such a success
CROSS COUNTRY
The Lytton High Boys First 11 football team returned to Gisborne after a great effort at the Trident Trophy tournament in Palmerston North. The boys were away for 1 week at the beginning of September and played 8 games across the week. After some good wins and some unlucky losses they finished in 11th place, losing just 3-1 to tournament winners Wairarapa. The level of football down in Palmerston North was really high but individually and as a group I think we learnt alot, "It was a fun week away and a real good experience," said Captain of the team, David Barker. David also mentioned that throughout the tournament Sasha Drain played outstanding games as a goal keeper only letting in a few goals throughout the week. The year 12s of the team are set to train hard next year as they will now be the leaders within the team.
WINTER TOURNAMENT - FOOTBALL
The Lytton Senior A Team travelled to Palmerston North to compete in the Lower North Secondary School Netball Tournament in early September. This was our first year in A grade and we were ranked 31st out of 34. We did well considering the harsh circumstances of injuries on the first day of competition. We managed to come away with six wins out of nine games coming 19th overall, keeping in mind the fact that this was our first year in A grade where we are coming up against high profile players. On behalf of us girls from Lytton High Senior A team we would just like to say a huge thank you to our Coach Ronnie who has dedicated 5 years of time and effort to this team, not only getting us into the premier grade in the GNC Gisborne Netball Centre competition but also getting us into A grade at LNSS. Also a special thank you to our three managers Miss Bartlett, Ju Mokomoko and Jo Westrupp who throughout the year helped us behind the scenes with fundraising in order for us to get to the Lower Norths Tournament. We would also like to say a big thank you to all our whānau who continue to support us through all our sporting endeavours, much appreciated. Honey Mokomoko (Captain of the Senior A Lytton High Netball Team)
WINTER TOURNAMENT - NETBALL
The girls rugby academy took out the Hurricanes U15s rugby tournament held in Levin, bringing home the win. Playing a total of 6 games, we dominated each team with only two tries scored against us across the whole tournament. Not only did we display phenomenal play on the field but also showed a great amount of humility and leadership on and off the field. Kelsey Teneti was awarded MVP of the team, showcasing great skills and talent. The rugby academy will continue to work hard leading up to the remaining few tournaments to come. Anahera Whaanga-Smith (Captain)
HURRICANES U15 GIRLS RUGBY TOURNAMENT
“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment, until it becomes a memory”. - Dr.Seuss ECNI Cross Country At the East Coast North Island Cross Country Champs Lytton had representatives three, Taua Clarke, Breeze Parsons and the effervescent Keri. We got there early enough and with schools looked over the course, some ran, some jogged and others walked. Our registrations done and warm up routines made, we were ready for the call to ply our trade. After last minute instructions, our boys were set to go, 3kms round there and back you know. The starter’s horn goes off, there’s some jostling for positions, an elbow here, an arm there, and they’re in the competition. As the race progresses its more or less single file, with Gisborne Boys and Campion running this race in style. Taua and Breeze are placed in the middle as they come around the post, encouragement calls are loudest here from all schools and most, imploring their runners to give of their best, just one more time round, then you can rest . With lungs heaving and gasping for breath Taua and Breeze are looking for a break. The back markers are using this time to take. At long last the race has come to an end “Well done you guys” I commend. I praise them for their labors, efforts and hard graft, they have just gone through an uphill struggle and difficult task. “What did you think of the fun run Taua?” I asked ‘Pretty good... you have to be committed for that type of run” Finally came Keri’s turn to go. 1km longer…. did you know? The horn gives a blast…they are away fast, they scramble up the slope. Our Keri starts with vigour and determined hope, the Hawkes Bay lot were one, two, and three.. Our Keri was further back - Too far to make a frontal attack. Girls behind found it difficult and couldn’t keep pace, their inner voice saying dropout… save face. Keri trudged on and on to the end, “How you feeling Keri?” I asked. “Elated and boy I think I came last. I looked back and thought where they have gone.” I told her that others had lost the plot and pulled out …but not our Keri… who is devout. I am proud of our three, Taua, Breeze and Keri. They have displayed courage and more in putting themselves and school to the fore, to face adversity such as it was they didn’t give up…just because. They have a character of heart and soul. A built in Rītana personality grit…that’s it! To compete, do well and give of their best. Now that’s its over……they can rest. Golf Young Anahera Stills-Hindmarsh was the Lytton Representative at the Eastland Secondary Schools Golf Tournament at the Poverty Bay Club. She was one of four girls amongst schools from Campion College and Gisborne Intermediate. She told me that her best play was on the 18th hole where she made par and that for 17 holes she boogied. A par is playing the required shot designated to that hole and a boogie is one shot over a par. So I reckon that Anahera did pretty well. Gym Festival There is something to be said about Zoe Hall and Reece Hoyt. Since attending Lytton, these two along with others, have taken part in the gym festival offerings and done pretty well. This year these two have immersed themselves as gym coaches come advisors. They took young Rosie Hellisoe and Leah Walsh under their wings to guide, care and support them in the Secondary Schools B Grade Vault, Beam and Floor section. As a result, Rosie placed 1st and Leah placed 2nd. Congratulations to all concerned. 8 Ball “Hi I’m Ravyn. I recently did 8 Ball for the school. It was a good experience for me as I like to play 8 ball (Pool). Recently, I was involved in an 8 Ball tournament with Campion College. I played really well and came forth overall. In 8 ball I learnt how to choose the right pool cue by rolling it on the table. If it rolls without wobbling then you know you have made the right choice. I also learnt how to hold a pool cue properly. You have your best hand near the back of the cue and your other hand as a support line to slide the cue along. So yet again I really enjoyed this opportunity Lytton has given me”. -From Ravyn
EUGENE'S CORNER
Hockey – There was no tournament this year for our team due to the over commitment of some key players to other things and therefore the numbers available were not viable to be competitive. So time was put into the remaining Secondary School Competition games. Firstly we had to get past Campion College in a semi-final to continue, otherwise it would be our last game of the competition. Well to make a long story short, we won. Lytton just seemed to click. Campion College came close several times but our sticks seemed to get in the way of their shots at goal and our young goalie Dylan Dyer, made some brave deflections. As a result of the win, we were to meet Gisborne Boys High School 1st X1 in the final. In-between the semi and the finals we had a hockey exchange with Taikura College at the LJ Hooker Turf. On the day, they were too good for us and we lost 3-0. Yes we tried. I reckon the accident that occurred within the first 8 -10 minutes to Samantha Durston in which she was felled by what looked like a tomahawk shot from Piri Orotaunga in the circle, may have put a bit of a damper on our game. Thanks to the immediate first aid attention by Margie Rickard, Louise Teneti, Mai Gooch and early response of Brent Durston taking her to hospital. Anyway, we could not convert any penalty corners on offer. Their goalie just seemed to get in the way. Taikura College from Napier, a Rudolf Steiner School, were on tour here and had a clean sweep of the hockey exchanges between Lytton, Campion College and GBHS. Way to go Taikura. Lytton High School v Gisborne Boys High School. What a game. This was hard yakka. We were challenged at every facet of play. One end of the court to the other and back again, that’s how it was. Lytton had to dig deep, trailing GBHS on the score sheet 0-1 drew level from Piri Orotaunga 1-1, then 1-2 to Boys, later Maia Rickard's goal levelling 2-2. Unconverted penalty corners from both teams and the intensity of the game played in good spirit, kept the heart of the supporters fluttering and missing a beat. In my view, our coach Louise Teneti is a masterful tactician. Each time GBHS played their reserve she would adjust the positions of Lytton to counter balance the likely threat of the fresh GBHS players. Lytton responded, every player doing his/her part gave way to a winning goal by Lytton’s Jordy Teneti 3-2 assisted by Piri Orotaunga. Lytton in front for the first time. It wasn’t over. Lytton had to endure a pulsating 12 or so minutes from Boys High that threw everything at them including the kitchen sink. Lytton’s’ goalie Dylan Dyer put to the sword time and time again. The desperation of GBHS on attack was met by stout and stubborn Lytton defence. You had to be there to feel the intensity and belief that if Lytton could hold on, just hold on, we could win this. Minutes ticked by, I heard someone say there are 3 minutes to go. That seemed to drag on and on. Lytton was under the hammer, there was no let-up from Boys relentless pressure. Lytton scrambling here and there on defence willing Boys High into making mistakes. Then sending the ball right down the other end earning valuable breathing space. Time and time again back came Boys High in the circle then down the other end the ball will go. What a relief when the final whistle blew for full time. This will go down as one of those games that would live long in the memory of those that were there. The immense contribution throughout the season from Kelsey Teneti, Samantha Durston, Anahera Whaanga-Smith, Jordy Teneti, Kris Matete, Caleb Collier, Connor Isaacs, A-e-ra Lloyd, Dylan Dyer and also Jack Hutchings, Vero Peterson, Savarnah Jones along with Lillian Hema, gave our outgoing students - Piri Orotaunga, Maia Rickard, Ariana Renata, Luke Sanders and Ollie Moss an outstanding send-off that couldn’t have been scripted any better. Congratulations everyone. I applaud Coach Louise Teneti for her influence, Bob Dyers support and the mentoring impact that Lachlan Vause gave to goalie Dylan Dyer. Ka mau te wehi. Two thumbs up for our recipients at the awards for the Poverty Bay club hockey season: Kelsey Teneti finalist for the women’s award, also Upshot Memorial Trophy for contribution by a player under 16 years; Community Coach of the Year – Louise Teneti was one; Club volunteers – Bob Dyer and Richard Rogers amongst others; Male Player of the Year – Piri Orotaunga. Ka rawe o mahi. Indoor Bowls – Lytton were represented by Paige Richter, Hina Preedy and Rachael Rickard at the North Island Secondary Schools Indoor Bowls Tournament at Mount Maunganui. The plan was to do well enough to bring back to Lytton either the Pairs Shield or the Single Title. It was not to be. The other schools had the same idea. The following article from Paige refers: On the 21st and 22nd of July 2018 a group of Lytton High students went to Mount Maunganui to represent our school at the North Island Secondary Schools Indoor Bowls Tournament. Pairs was held on day one with Hina and me playing extremely well and as a result qualified for the knockout round. Unfortunately, we went down in the first round. I learnt that Hina is a fantastic Lead and look forward to playing with her again. The Single event was on day two in which we all participated. Hina and I sadly got knocked out before the knockout rounds. However, Rachael playing extremely well advanced to the quarter finals and it was here she was eliminated. Nevertheless Rachael 8th in the North Island, not bad, worth celebrating. This trip was a big learning curve for all of us and we are excited to represent the school next year. Mountain Biking – “It was a lot of fun” “It was cool” ”It was great “These were the words to describe the mountain biking event held at the Wairoa Mountain Bike Park. Talk about laugh. Breeze Parsons and Hayden Pragnell were able to take part. As soon as they got to the area, and being one of the first to arrive, they decided to walk the track. When they finally returned sometime later. “We got lost” they said. The registrations were at the top of the hill so off they went on their bikes. Some 25 Metres later they were walking their bikes and weren’t the only ones either. Once registrations were out of the way, up and down the course they went a couple of times. They both registered in the advance group. I wondered if the walk and couple of rides over the course had taken its toll on the boys. I was to find out. Well, finally they were away in a group of 9. Nowhere to pass once on the track, single file. Guess what, that first part of the hill sorted them out. Anyway, Hayden recorded 5th place and Breeze 7th. They enjoyed it so much that they went over the course again after a little rest. ‘We should have one in Gisborne’. ‘Can’t wait for next year.’ It was so much fun’ was the response. Rugby Girls U13yrs Paikea – Gold Coast. Jordyn Tihore, student, writes in part: Saturday 7th July -Dear Diary, Long time no see. Really excited and keen to fill your lines with memories and adventures that I have experienced. So at the moment I’m on the Gold Coast Australia, staying in a 39 story building called Mantra Resort. My legs are exhausted from a 6 hour flight from Auckland to Brisbane, then by coach to our resort. My bags are packed for my first game apopo. So let’s bring on tomorrow. Sunday 8th July – Today was a beautiful day to play some awesome rugby. Our first game was against Helensvale U13. That game was like our warm up, they were really tiny. They looked like an U10s grade to be honest. But we had loads of fun. I don’t know what the score was but we nailed them. Our last game was against Coollangatta U13s. This was really tough. Their defence was really good as was their attack. We won by two points. Can’t wait for Tuesday, I’m keen for more contact. Monday 9th July - What a massive day!! From 10:00 this morning until 4:00pm this afternoon our team spent the day at Movie World. On arrival all I could see was ‘Humongous’ roller coasters. There was one called the ‘Superman Roller Coaster’ that looked fast as, but sadly I didn’t go on it. The ‘Joker’ was the biggest roller coaster there. The rides I went on were ‘Batman’. All that one does is quickly shoot into the air and once it hits the top of the ride it quickly shoots back down. The ‘Water Logs’ was another and these ‘Rocking Swings’ that go fast into the air. I got some cool souvenirs to take home with me. It was awesome to get some photos and videos of the entertainment that was happening. There was the main villain the ‘Joker’. There was Batman, Cat Woman, Wonder Woman, Superman and Robin Hood. There were many more Warner Bro’s characters. So back to game mode tomorrow. I can’t wait. Tuesday 10 July - Well today wasn’t such a good day for me, I fractured my pinky quite badly on my left hand. Which means I’m out for the rest of the tournament. But on the bright side our Paikea team won all their games against, Newington and Surfers Paradise. I hope I can heal fast and get into some more contact. We are off to ‘Wet n Wild’ tomorrow. The nurse said for me to stay in something shallow to prevent the cast getting wet. Wednesday 11 July- ‘Wet n Wild’ was so fun. Even though I was only allowed in the wave and spa pool. I made the most of memories I could make with those two pools. After an hour of swimming my cast felt moist so I went browsing in the nearby shops and bought some awesome souvenirs and sour lollies. Thursday 12 July – YEAH!! We’re champions. Hearing our name called out on the microphone made me so proud. Our final game against Coolangatta was really tough, however we were more aggressive and powerful. I can’t wait to take our first place trophy back to New Zealand and Gisborne. Long day apopo, finally going home. Well, I will see you next trip, until then, goodbye. Many thanks and much appreciation for the valued support of The Warehouse, Bunnings, Pak n Save, Kevin Hollis Glass, Lion Foundation, Tairawhiti Softball Association and Lottery Community Grant. The unconditional care and backing of friends and whānau to assist with raffles, car washing, BBQs etc. which aided in getting our teams to tournament.
Uniform guidelines
Shirt Lytton Polo, maroon Shorts Lytton Logo, black Trousers Plain black or Lytton’s black, full length - Must be loose fitting NO jeans, trackpants or fleece pants Skirt Black (knee length) with Lytton Logo Jacket/Jersey Lytton Regulation softshell jacket or plain black cardigan AND/OR Lytton Regulation maroon jersey Sandals Plain black or brown … NO jandals Shoes Plain black shoes or soft ankle boots, (black laces if lace-ups, white soles acceptable) NO NIKE TICKS OR OTHER SPORTS BRANDS. Socks Ankle white or black NO NIKE TICKS OR OTHER SPORTS BRANDS. Thermals Plain white or black (if worn, must be under uniform) Tights/Pantyhose Plain skin tones or black only (no visible footless tights) Hat Plain black hat with full brim OR Plain black cap OR Plain black Beanie Scarf Maroon, black or white or any combination of the three Rainwear Knee length or longer waterproof coat (outside, in wet weather only) Jewellery One simple necklace / One simple bracelet / One simple finger ring / One simple ear stud per ear / One simple nose stud (no rings or other nose piercings). No other visible body piercing, covered or uncovered. Students may be asked to remove any of these for health and safety reasons. Hair No extravagant or unusual hairstyles are allowed. (Hair colour must be one found naturally to humans, e.g. no green hair.) Male students must be clean-shaven. YEARS 13/14: These students have the privilege of alternative, non-uniform clothing provided that it is clean, tidy, in a good state of repair and suitable for the school environment. Tops must not be skimpy or revealing and skirts or shorts must be mid-thigh or longer. Tights may only be worn under a mid-thigh or longer top. Offensive, drug or alcohol wording and/or images are not acceptable; neither is visible body piercing, covered or uncovered (apart from a simple nose stud). Students unwilling to conform to these guidelines will be required to wear uniform.
UNWELL - If your child becomes unwell while at school, they need to report to the Health Centre, and Lynise will call their primary caregiver if they need to go home.
procedures for students late to class or going off the school grounds
important NOTICES
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE There are a variety of reasons why a whānau may need some financial support. The start of the year can be a very expensive time with stationery costs, uniform and extra-curricular activities. Please consider collecting a Pūtea Tautoko [Financial Assistance] form from the office. automatic payments If you pay by automatic payment into Lytton's bank account, please ensure your payment clearly states your student's name and Student ID Number. When setting up your payments, please ensure: Particulars - Students Name Code - Student ID (obtain number from office) Reference - A reference for what you are paying for, eg: All Expenses / Uniforms / Trips etc For bank account details or assistance with setting up an automatic payment, please see Leanne in the office. 2018 Uniform prices Prices are subject to change, without notice Black Cap $15 Lytton Polo Shirt $30 Skirt with Logo $40 Shorts with Logo $45 Lytton Jersey $80 Softshell Jacket $100 Lytton Tie $20 Uniform on Run-Out (while stocks last) Polar Fleece Jacket $65 Trousers - Girls $42 - Boys $50 SCHOOL HOURS 2018 School hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursdays 8.30am - 3pm Wednesdays 8.30am - 2.25pm Fridays 8.50am - 2pm If you are arriving late, or leaving early, please sign in and out at the Health Centre with Lynise.
Therefore, it is imperative we receive any change of phone numbers and/or caregivers to keep our database up to date. LEAVING THE GROUNDS - On the other hand, if your child is needing to sign out of school for an appointment, they must have a note from their caregiver or a phone call needs to be made to the school advising us of this. When leaving the school grounds, students can only leave with someone who is listed on the database. This person needs to come into the Health Centre (not just sit in the car) to sign the student out. ARRIVING LATE - Students who are dropped off late to school must sign in with their caregiver at the Health Centre otherwise only the time they arrived is entered - they will still be marked absent prior to sign in time without a phone call from home, a note, or their caregiver coming in.
PHONE EXTENSIONS Helpful phone extensions: Reception: 301 Absentees: 358 Student Accounts: 304 Principals Secretary: 300 Health Centre: 368 Wheako (DAU): 328 0508 Lytton (0508 59 88 66)
CONTACT US
15 October - First Day Term 4 17 October - Senior Meet the Teacher 4-6pm 18 October - Shakeout 2018 Drill 18 October - Excel Performing Arts Concert 22 October - Labour Day Holiday 23 October - House Achievers Assembly 24 October - Sports Prizegiving 25 October - House Achievers Assembly 30 October - Early Finishing at 12.55pm 30 October - Senior Prizegiving 2 November - Last Day for Senior Students 7 November - NCEA Exams start 22 November - Junior Whānau Hui 27 November - Yr8 Intermediate Day 27 November - BOT Meeting 30 November - NCEA Exams Finish 7 December - Pool Day 10 December - Junior Prizegiving 11 December - BOT Meeting 11-13 December - Junior Intensives 13 December - Last Day Term 4
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