QUALITY CATHOLIC BOYS’ EDUCATION

In the Edmund Rice Tradition

Liston College’s Special Character Statement

This is what the Lord asks of you

“Act justly, love tenderly and to walk humbly with your God” Micah 6:8

Welcome, Kia Ora,

Namaste, Talofa lava, Kia

Orana, Ni Hao Ma, Malo e

lelei, Welkom, Faka’alofa

lahiatu, Dobro Dosli,

Magandang Bati, Karibu,

Bonjour, Sawadee, Guten

Tag, Konnichi Wa, Apa

Khabar, Selamat Datang,

Cead Mile Failte, Buenos

Dias, funyihng, Croeso

IMPORTANT DATES

Monday, 15 October

Start of Term 4

15—19 October Year 8 Camp

Saturday, 20 October Original College Production ‘What Lurks Among Saints’

Tuesday, 6 November Prize Giving

Issue 114 28 September 2012

Scripture Quote:

“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power, love and self-control” 2 Timothy 1:7

Liston News

Dear Parents and Caregivers

Holiday Study Programme—Years 11, 12 and 13 Please support your sons/students-in-care to take advantage of this great resource offered to them during the holidays (timetable sched-ule on page 7). In working together we are supporting our students to reach their potential in achieving their goals. Thank you to the dedicated teachers who will be going the extra mile in the holidays to help our students with their studies.

Congratulations to Old Boys - David Luoni and Alesano Schuster-Nakhid David recently graduated with an MMHS (Master of Museum and Heritage Studies) and Alesano with a BA (Bachelor of Arts) from Victoria University. Congratulations to both David and Alesano.

Father Kevin Murphy Fr Kevin is on his way to Boston to begin his study leave / sabbatical - he is away until April 2013 when he will then return to New Zealand. We wish you all the best Fr Kevin - you will certainly be missed, our prayers and thoughts go with you, and we look forward to your return.

Work Day Another successful school fundraiser to help with purchasing sun / rain shades for our students’ protection in all weather conditions. A big ‘thanks’ to Mr Rob McKenty and his team, and of course to all the parents / caregivers / sponsors who have supported the boys and the school. The new shades will be in place at the beginning of term 4.

Year 8 Camp

All the best to Mr Swann and his team who will be going with the boys on the Year 8 Camp at the beginning of term 4.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a happy and restful break, and look forward to the students coming back refreshed and well prepared for the end of year exams.

May God bless you and your families

C S Rooney Principal

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Eligibility:

Fixed or Permanent member of Teaching and Support Staff

Must be employed at the College for at least one year

Outstanding contribution to one or more of the areas below in 2012:

Special Character of the College

Extra curricular activities

Fostering positive relationships with the school community

Time commitment involved

Number of nominations received

Who can nominate?

Teaching and Support Staff

Students

Parents

Selection Panel

Three Parents (to be selected by the PTFA)

Two members of the BOT (excluding the student and staff representative)

Nominations close on Tuesday, 23 October at 3.00 pm

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for the 2012 Edmund Rice Cup for Outstanding Contribution to the Life of the School for the following reason / s :

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Closing Date: Tuesday, 23 October, 3.00 pm.

Return forms to Lyanne Evans, Principal’s PA or the school office.

You can email your nomination to lyanne.evans@liston.school.nz

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Be in to Win!

The Liston College Board of Trustees have agreed to offer a special incentive for those who pay their full fees by the end of October. All families who qualify will go into the draw for

three prizes of $250 Pak’nSave Vouchers – very handy with Christmas coming up! We suggest you try to schedule your payments so the last one is made by 31/10/12 (please note this must include ALL fees).

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Year 7 Basketball Team Played in the Final of the Auckland Championships against De La Salle College and won 19 - 18.

Our Year 7 team came first in Auckland! Wow, what a great effort.

Congratulations!

Old Boys The annual Old Boys rugby game was held at Waitemata Park on Friday, 7th September. They played against our 1st XV and won the game this year! Thank you to Mr Willie Swann and his team for organising the event.

PTFA: Merit Awards - Term 3

The following students were drawn as the Winners of $150.00 each - Rebel Sport Vouchers

Years 7 - 8 Carlos Cabuang Years 9 -10 Mafa Tominiko Years 11, 12 and 13 Lee Li

Congratulations boys! Thank you once again to our PTFA Team!

School Production ‘What Lurks Among Saints’ This is a musical written by two senior music students Anthony Yelavich, Josiah Carr and directed by James Devereaux. Performances will take place on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th October at the Performing Arts Centre at Massey High School. A not-to-be missed event!

Years 7 - 8 Soccer Trip to Rotorua The trip was a successful and enjoyable event. The group who went to Rotorua:

1st XI Soccer Coach - Ian (Cuz) McLaughlan,

Teacher in Charge - Alan James, Coaching Staff - Jeremiah Enelagi and Dave Snaylam and Parents - Jeff McNeil and Dwayne Mason.

Thank you to all involved in making the trip such a success and an event that the boys will remember in many years to come. Special thanks to the parents who came along to help and support our boys.

The Squad: Dylan Hunnibell (Captain), Brandon Day, Sam Shingler, Sam Devereaux, Mate Lister, Michael Lack, Myles Maglasang, Dylan Mason, Luke van der Hor, Callum Snaylam, Nicholas Kennedy, Dan-iel Campbell, Zach McNeil, Noah Beck, Jon Escandor, Liam Smith and Travis Saifoloi.

Highlights:

4-nil win vs Rotorua Suburbs. after match function at Rotorua Suburbs, Dylan Mason scoring 9 goals (future 1st XI striker) and Parents participation and assistance in all the activities.

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When you thought I wasn’t Looking………. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, you put my drawing on the noticeboard. And I was inspired to draw another and another. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, you were nice to the class misfit. And I felt bad that we had hurt his feelings. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw how you used the Bible. And I began to respect the world of God. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking you stood to greet a visitor. And I learned what it means to be welcoming. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, you stopped the class and we prayed a Hail Mary as an ambulance went by. And now I always pray when I hear ambulances and fire engines. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, you said, please and thank you. And I saw the importance of courtesy. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, you kept a bully from picking on a smaller boy. And I saw what justice can do.

WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, I hear the way you prayer. And I knew there was a God I could always talk to. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw you go out of your way tor recycle an aluminum can. And I understood how important the environment is. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, I watched you receive Communion. And I learned to reverence the Body and Blood of Christ. WHEN you thought I wasn't looking, I noticed your affection for the Mother of Jesus. And now I call her my Mother too. WHEN you thought I wasn’t looking, I was indeed looking. And I want to say, ‘thank you’ for all the things I saw when you thought I wasn’t looking. Page McKean Zyromski

Dad’s get a lot of bad press these days!! This snippet is a ‘thank you’ for all Dad’s!!!

Fr Kevin Murphy sm

Chaplain

Term 3 Fees:

Term 3 is almost at an end! Families who have nil or credit balances will not necessarily have received an update this term. Thanks for your fantastic efforts.

Just to clarify once again for all the new families – we send out statements/invoices at the beginning of each term to all families with a general message/notice and again at the end of each term. As it is a general notice covering all aspects of the account, please be aware that some of these notices will not apply to you, and that this statement simply shows the fees still outstanding/left to pay for the year.

Statements: There is an alternative statement format that shows all your payments made over the last term or so. If you would prefer this format instead - please contact Philippa and she will add you to the list. (This format will not show which invoices have been paid; only the payments made.)

Overdue this term:

Term 1 and 2 dues/fees and all subject fees, diary, ID cards and sports fees should have been paid by now. Can you please have these paid immediately or to let us know if you are having difficulties to avoid more letters of arrears being sent out to you.

Help available:

We remind you that our school is essentially a private college and signing your son’s enrolment form, you agreed to pay all compulsory fees. However, we have always been approachable when genuine circumstances overwhelm you, to make arrangements to help with this. Please contact us!

Otherwise do not delay any further – set up a payment plan if you have not done this already. This will be a great help as it shows you are willing to do what you can.

Contact details: Philippa Muller (School fees only) Ph: 839 2297 Email: philippa.muller@liston.school.nz Fax: 839 2292

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All Technology and Graphics students can attend catch ups in the workshop but

they must make prior arrangements prior with their Technology or Graphics teacher.

Date Subject Level Teacher Topic/s Time

Monday, 1 October Mathematics 1 Miss Chan Geometry 9am – 1pm

English 3 Mrs Williams Othello / Essay Writing 10am – 1pm

Biology 2 Mr Burge Internal Assessment Work 9am – 2pm

Tuesday, 2 October Mathematics 1 Miss Chan Geometry and Algebra 9am – 1pm

English 2 Miss Mason Essay Writing 10am - 1.pm

Science 1 Mr Attwood All 10am – 2.30pm

English 2 Mrs Williams Film / Novel 10am – 1pm

Biology 2 Mr Burge Internal Assessment Work 9am – 2pm

Mathematics and

Statistics

3 Mr Roberts All 9am – 3pm

Wednesday, 3 October Mathematics 1 Miss Chan Geometry and Algebra 9am – 1pm

English 1 Miss Mason Essay Writing Skills 10am – 1pm

Mathematics 2 Mrs Kumaran and

Mr Ngara

Trigonometry 9am – 1pm

Thursday, 4 October Mathematics 2 Mrs Kumaran and

Mr Ngara

Trigonometry 9am – 1pm

Mathematics 1 Mr Roberts All 9am – 3pm

Friday, 5 October English 3 Mr Worth Film / Drama 9am – 12noon

Mathematics 2 Mrs Kumaran and

Mr Ngara

All 9am – 1pm

Chemistry 2 Mrs Laing All 9am – 12noon

Monday, 8 October Accounting 2 Mr Choromanski All 9am – 12noon

Computer Studies 1 Mr Swanink All 9am – 3pm

Tuesday, 9 October Accounting 3 Mr Choromanski All 9am – 12noon

Wednesday, 10 October English 1 Mr Worth Macbeth / Unfamiliar Text 9am – 11am

Computer Studies 2 Mr Swanink All 9am – 3pm

Classical Studies 3 Mr Carroll The Aeneid 9am – 12noon

Remember!

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Application forms are on the school website: www.liston.school.nz

Application packs are available from our office staff in reception - phone: 838 9350

If this is not convenient, please contact reception and they will be more than happy to post out an application pack

Please contact Lyanne Evans, Principal’s PA, if you have any questions about the enrolment process:

839 2291 (direct dial)

info@liston.school.nz

Uniform Sale

Sale at supplier’s location

Elizabeth Michael School Wear

24 September – 13 October

Only While Stocks Last!

Sale Gar-

ments

Sale Price

Boy’s Shorts $51.00

Track Jacket $99.50

Track Pant 69.00

Bethells Beach Junior Surf

Ages 7 - 13 years

Registration 1 - 3pm Sunday, 14th October

The Clubhouse Enquiries 0272578301 See you there!