QUALITY CATHOLIC BOYS’ EDUCATION In the Edmund Rice Tradition

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

8—9 April Prefects Retreat

10 April

Open Evening

16 - 17 April Parent/Teacher Interviews

7.00 pm - 9.00pm

19 April End of Term 1

6 May

Start of Term 2

Issue 118 5 April 2013

Scripture Quote: *Paul reminded the elders of Ephesus+ that the Lord Jesus himself said, “There is more happiness in giving than in receiving.” Acts 20:35

Liston News

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

C S Rooney Principal

Dear Parents and Caregivers Gala: Thanks to all who contributed to the success of the Gala. At this stage it looks like the PTFA will have raised over $12,000 which represents an excellent effort. Josh Blackie Scholarship: Congratulations to Gabriel Tuala who will receive this scholarship for 2013. It was a difficult decision with a number of strong candidates applying for it. In the end Josh make the final decision. Thanks to Josh for his continuing generosity. Prefects Retreat: The Prefects have an overnight retreat at the Franciscan Friary. Br. Damian Price will be leading the Retreat. We are fortunate to have him back to the College as he has a busy schedule but is always willing to include Liston College in it. Open Evening: Parents are invited to attend the College’s Open Evening on Wednesday 10th April from 7.00—9.00pm. This is an opportunity for you to visit your son’s school. Please invite any friend or family who may be interested in sending their son to Liston College in the future. Parent-Teacher Interviews: A reminder that the interviews will be held on 16th and 17th April from 7.00 – 9.00pm. I have arranged for a number of parents to be contacted directly to encourage them to make appointment times. This is to ensure that we have the opportunity to discuss specific issues which impact on your son’s achievement. I believe one of the reasons for our success in recent years has been the increased involvement of parents and caregivers in the progress of the students. I look forward to meeting you at these meetings. Congratulations: George Smith in Year 7 represented the College in the recent Western Zone Schools’ Swimming Championship. He was entered in five events – 50 and 100m Freestyle, 50m Backstroke, 50 Breaststroke and 50m Butterfly. George was first in all five events! He will represent Liston College in the Auckland Championships. Benedict Chong Wong competed in the National Athletics Championships in Auckland. Benedict won the U18 Shot Put title with a throw of 19.14m. This throw qualifies him for the World U18 Championships in Moscow in July this year. This is a fantastic achievement and we wish him well as he prepares for this event. In the meantime Benedict is working to secure sponsorship to enable him to attend. Benedict represented Liston College at the Auckland Champion of Champions Athletics Competition and won the Shot Put title. He will represent the College in the National Competition in Hamilton at the end of the year.

May God bless you and your families

QUALITY CATHOLIC BOYS’ EDUCATION In the Edmund Rice Tradition

Ming Cheuk (second from left) with his winning team.

Ming Cheuk is in a team that has been competing in the Microsoft Imagine Cup, a worldwide competition for students to solve the world's toughest problems with technology. This week they won the national finals

with their product UVSense, a wearable UV monitor which monitors your UV exposure and warns of over exposure through your smartphone. They will be heading to Russia in July to represent New Zealand.

Old Boys News Ming Cheuk 2003—2008

TICKETS $5.00 EACH

FROM LISTON COLLEGE RECEPTION

LISTON COLLEGE UNIFORM

RAFFLE

Valued at $250

Donated by

PARENT TEACHER

INTERVIEWS 16 & 17 April

7.00pm—9.00pm If you have not yet booked your

appointment with your son’s teachers, it is recommended you do so as soon as

possible. Bookings are filling fast. Bookings can be made via the College

website.

The existing financial hardship scheme – operated by your school – is also available to parents or caregivers facing hardship and we do encourage families facing fi-nancial difficulties to please contact your school office.

Application forms are available from school and parish offices, or can be down-loaded from the Catholic Schools Office Website: www.catholicschools.org.nz (go to Property and Finance / Finance / Attendance Dues)

If you have any queries or require assis-tance with the payment of attendance dues under the sponsorship scheme, you are invited to phone in confidence, Carol

Krebs (Ph. 360 3069) at the Auckland Diocese office.

Applications to the sponsorship scheme for 2013 attendance dues will be accepted by the Auckland Common Fund Ltd up to November 2013.

SCHOOL ATTENDANCE

DUES SPONSORSHIP

SCHEME The Attendance Dues Sponsorship Scheme - has been created to assist families who may need financial support with the payment of attendance dues, for students attending Catholic schools in the Auckland Diocese, both Primary and Secondary.

The purpose of the sponsorship scheme is to allow parents or caregivers facing financial hardship another option to seek relief where they may be reluctant to approach their school for help.

CONGRATULATIONS GEORGE SMITH—Year 7 George came first in each of his swimming finals at the 2013 Waitakere Zone Swimming Championships. Below are his times in each of the final races.

FREESTYLE BUTTERFLY

30.84 34.72

BACKSTROKE 100M FREESTYLE

36.78 1.09.59

BREASTSTROKE

44.44

REMINDEER The College closes at 12.10

on Wednesday 10 April

in preparation for Open

Evening

7.00pm—9.00pm

QUALITY CATHOLIC BOYS’ EDUCATION In the Edmund Rice Tradition

OPEN EVENING—School Buses In preparation for the Open Evening on Wednesday 10 April the College will be finishing early at 12.10pm.

The buses will be running to the normal bus timetable. If your son requires supervision until the normal time when school finishes and the arrival of his bus – he will need to inform his Form Teacher that he requires supervision until then.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

SCHOOL FEES Thank you for payments we have received to date for school fees. If you are having difficulties, as always we encourage you to discuss this with us in confidence. This will avoid accounts being sent to the debt collectors due to non payment / no contact with our Fee Account Administrator: Mrs Philippa Muller on 838 9350 on extension 727.

ABSENCES Parents and Caregivers, if you need to call to let the school know that a student/s will be absent—you can fast track by phoning the Attendance Officer direct on 837 9807.

FOOTBALL COACHES WANTED for 14B (Year 10) & 2nd XI squads.

If you can assist please contact Cuz

Mobile 027 294 3864

Email: i.mclaughlan@liston.school.nz

IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR TRAIN

USERS Train Penalty Fare is $20 from 7 April

A valid ticket or tagged on AT HOP card is needed before boarding Auckland trains otherwise from Sunday 7 April a penalty fare of $20 will apply regardless of the length of your journey.

See AT.co.nz for information about the Penalty Fare.

LISTON COLLEGE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

ELECTION 2013

Nominations are invited for the election of four parent representatives to the Board of Trustees.

A nomination form and a notice calling for nominations will be posted to all eligible voters on April 15th.

Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office.

Nominations close at noon on May 16th and may be accompanied by a signed candidate’s statement. The returning officer reserves the right to edit candidate statements.

The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.

There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school.

Voting closes at noon on May 30th

NAMING UNIFORMS

Where it is possible, please name clothing and

belongings. This will greatly assist with the return of lost items.

Thank you

HOMESTAYS REQUIRED

for French Students Liston College will be hosting four students from France, from the 15 June to 13 July this year.

If you are interested in hosting a student and would like further information, please contact Kim: 027-295 3915

CRICKETERS PLEASE RETURN ALL CRICKET SHIRTS TO MR FAGG ASAP

Thank you

QUALITY CATHOLIC BOYS’ EDUCATION In the Edmund Rice Tradition

AUCKLAND REGIONAL

DENTAL SERVICE

Our services are provided FREE to all pre-school,

primary and intermediate school children.

Henderson Intermediate Children’s Community

Dental Clinic

Kip McGrath Education

Centre Individual tuition with qualified teachers—English,

Essay Writing, Maths, Physics,

Chemistry, after-school and holidays, Dyslexia

screening.

Call Jo at Kip McGrath, Henderson on

836-9061 or go to: www.kipmcgrath.co.nz

HOLIDAY PROGRAMME

It’s My Turn To Cook Tonight

Bosch School Holiday Programme – April 22 - 24

The It’s My Turn To Cook Tonight Bosch School Holiday Programme is FREE, ONLINE, FUN and unique with great

prizes. It is available ANYWHERE there is Internet coverage. This means no travelling, no pick ups or drop offs – kids get food savvy and learn to cook in their own home, using their

food, cooking their dinner. Find out more:

www.itsmyturntocooktonight.com.

WEST CITY CONCERT BAND - Open Rehearsal

Wednesday 17 April - 7.15pm

(Henderson Intermediate Hall) We've just purchased $1000 worth of new music and invite all wind, brass and percussion players to join us trying it out

as well as enjoying a suppa with a cuppa.

Members of the community are welcome to visit with children anytime between 7.15pm and 9.30pm and might be

interested in learning to play (approx. $20 per term).

Contact Tane McLeay 027 848 3851.

MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND

24-26 MAY 2013

Allenby Park Motor Inn, Manukau, Auckland

A special weekend for couples to spend time together focusing on each other and their relationship. Ways of improving communication between husbands and wives will be explored. A great opportunity for couples to evaluate their priorities and

lifestyle. Phone 0800 ENCOUNTER (0800 362 686) for more information and book now!