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Mazbou Q Performance and our Primary School Concert – An amazing showcase! Last Tuesday afternoon all staff and boys had the pleasure of witnessing the work produced by boys in Years 7 and 8 who had been working with rap artist Mazbou Q for two days. As Mazbou Q talked about the process involved with the boys to produce their own songs, I was struck by the parallels of what is important in education – getting the boys to work with something that has real meaning for them and working as part of a team. It was a great showcase of what these boys could do from an initial idea. This exercise enabled them to learn to find their own voice, engage their mind, emotions, and body in ways that allowed them to move through real-life situations communicating with increasing empathy, compassion, understanding, emotional intelligence, confidence and resilience. The boys’ personal songs left the audience inspired and wanting more. |
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These performances were followed by the combined Year 0 to 6 Performance Concert. This showcased not only the extensive range of singing, voice and musical opportunities on offer at Hereworth, but, once again, the depth of talent and skill possessed by our boys. It was marvellous to see so many of our boys taking part in this afternoon. Thank you to Mazbou Q, our many tutors and, in particular Mrs Joanne Stevens, for all the time and effort given to assist with the preparation of these events both before and on the afternoon. Congratulations to the many boys who put so much into making the afternoon such a success. All involved can feel very proud of the standard of musical performance displayed. You gave us all a great deal of pleasure – it was a wonderful concert. |
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Mr. Neil McCorkell - Time to Stop Sawing and Sharpen the Saw Mr Neil McCorkell wishes to take a year off from his teaching role at Hereworth for all of 2022. He will spend a large part of this leave examining other schools, so it will be a time for him to gain refreshment and reinvigoration, a time for forward thinking, planning and ideas gathering. |
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There is a lovely story by Stephen Covey about the importance of taking a break: Suppose you were to come upon someone in the woods working feverishly to saw down a tree. “What are you doing?” you ask. “Can’t you see?” comes the impatient reply. “I’m sawing down this tree.” “You look exhausted”, you exclaim. “How long have you been at it?” “Over five hours”, he returns, “and I’m beat. This is hard work.” “Well why don’t you take a break for a few minutes and sharpen your saw?” you enquire. “I’m sure it would cut a lot faster.” “I don’t have time to sharpen the saw”, the man says emphatically. “I’m too busy sawing!” (From Seven habits of highly effective people, 1989) We all need time to stop sawing and sharpen our saws – a time for reflection, exercise, silence, thinking, resting, praying and sleeping. It is through these things we add value and meaning to our lives. I am sure you join with me in wishing Mr. McCorkell all the very best as he has this period of time away from Hereworth prior to his return in 2023. Trevor Barman |
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PIRATES OF PENZANCE CAST - Congratulations to all boys! Pirate King: Heath Morunga Maidens: Jackson Redshaw, Freddie Hunter, Leith Hay, Chalkie Williams, Hamish O’Meara, Tait Humphreys, Leo Dixon, Logan Tims Lead Pirates Act One: Nakaia Waitere, Kalle Tremain, Joseph Collings, Baxter Easthope, Angus Munro, Nate Solomon, George Giblin, Lenny Grupp, Caleb Hutchinson, Harvey Reid, John Giblin Lead Pirates Act Two: Leo Kirkland, James Joblin, Jack Stableford, Sam Whiteside, Charlie Whiteside, Marcus Brownlie, Baxter Twist, Tom McHardy, Jake Barbara, Will Symes, Ollie Withnall Lead Police: Cordell Henare, Bernie Agnew, Johnson Blakely, Tom Martin, William Hunt, Kuki Green Thom, Daniel Barry, Baxter Dowling, Sam Wallingford, Sam Brittin, Cody Caton, John Read, Aidan Scott, Logan Von Dadelzen, Cooper Ellingham Final Dress Rehearsal: Sunday 19 September - this is a compulsory dress rehearsal for all boys and staff 11.30am - 5.00pm Performances:
INTERMEDIATE PERFORMANCE ASSEMBLY
By completing the 40hr famine we are reminded that we are incredibly privileged. It will also give us a sense of solidarity with our brothers and sisters in sub-Sahara Africa. The boys can ask their friends and whanau to sponsor them through donating to their efforts on the world vison website.
We would advise boys to bring small change to take part in the fundraising activities. If you have any questions about the 40hr Famine, please email David Wilson at chaplain@hereworth.school.nz There will be no on charge - cash only.
TERM TWO - FINISHES
INDIVIDUAL AND CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS |
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ABSENTEES / LATES
Please let us know the reason why your child will be absent as this is a requirement for our MOE attendance returns, and ensure all emailed absences are sent to the Office and copy to your son/s classroom teacher. APPOINTMENTS DURING SCHOOL HOURS SERVICE OPPORTUNITY RETURNED SERVICEMEN RESEARCH |
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Please Note: The menu can be subject to change. All meals come with a selection of salads, veggies, and fruit
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CADET FORCE OPPORTUNITY NATIONAL AQUARIUM - JULY HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
YMCA HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES
CENTRAL FOOTBALL - HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES
AKINA HOCKEY ACADEMY - TERM TWO |
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