QUADAUGUST 2013

No.2

IN THIS ISSUE

HEADMASTER’S

MESSAGE 2

oUR AcHIEvEMENTS 4

FRoM THE boARD 6

clASH oF THE coDES 7

cpAS UpDATE 8

pARENTS’ To ScHool 15

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Scots College 1st XV playing Wellington College, June 2013

Headmaster’s Message

Our Achievements

Chaplain’s Chat

From the Board

CPAS Update

Parents to School (Prep)

EOTC Activities (Middle)

Grandparents’ Day

Ceilidh/Pipe Band Update

Old Boys’ Profiles

Archives

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TERM 3:

Mon 5 Aug

Classes resume for all after July Holidays

Mon 5 Aug

College Chapel, 9.00am

Mon 12 Aug

Y1-13 Parent Teacher Interviews

Tues 13 Aug

Parents’ Association Meeting

Thur 15 Aug Y1-13 Parent Teacher Interviews

Wed 21 Aug Old Boys’ Debate

Fri 23 Aug Prep Old Boys’ Speech Competition

Sun 25 Aug Founders’ Service (St John’s in the City)

Tues 27 Aug

Basketball Club Quiz Night

Wed 28 Aug

Foundation Dinner

Sat 31 Aug

Founders’ Break begins – College closed

Sat 31 Aug Gibb House Exeat Break

Wed 4 Sept

Classes resume after Founders’ Break

Wed 4 Sept

Artist in Residence Programme begins

Thur 5 Sept

Foundation Meeting, 5.15pm

Sat 7 Sept

Rugby Prizegiving

Tues 10 Sept

Parents’ Association Meeting

Wed 11 Sept

Pipe Band Solo Competition

Wed 11 Sept Prep Celebration of the Arts

Mon 16 Sept

Sports and Cultural Awards Dinner

Sun 22 Sept

Football Club Prizegiving

Fri 27 Sept

Final day of Winter Term

TERM 4

Mon 14 Oct

Classes resume for all after September Holidays

Mon 28 Oct

Labour Day – College closed

Mon 11 Nov

Examination period

Tues 3 Dec

Middle and Senior PrizegivingEnd of year for Years 7-13

Fri 6 Dec

Prep PrizegivingEnd of year for Prep Classes

For Whom The Boy ToilsHEADMASTER’S MESSAGE

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It is my long held belief that two factors af fect boys’ ef fort and achievement:

1. Relationships – if boys feel you know them, if boys feel you care about them, they will work and achieve well. Conversely the opposite feelings lead to disengagement and failure.

2. Expectations – boys will respond to the expectations you place upon them. Allow the minimum and that is what they will provide. Expect more and they will deliver.

Scots College is a member of the Association of Boys’ Schools NZ which is in turn a member of the International Boys’ Schools Coalition (IBSC). The IBSC is a global organisation promoting the educational achievement of boys. One of its roles is to undertake research and recently it has released its latest piece of research “For Whom The Boy Toils” – which examines the primacy of relationships in boys’ learning.

There is no doubt that boys develop dif ferently from girls and in many cases behave dif ferently. From a young age many boys who struggle to sit still are branded as a “problem” and thus have negative relationships which cause them to thus perform badly and are then

limited by low expectations. As a society we are seeing this manifest itself with girls outperforming boys, with a glaring gap at tertiary level.

What then can we do to enhance boys’ achievement?

1. Use boy friendly pedagogy and develop strong relationships to support this.

2. Develop more innovative approaches that allow kinetic activities, competition or gaming to support the learning. Recognise boys need to be active.

3. Recognise that boys do not talk about a good lesson in isolation, rather they connect the content to the teacher – “boys experience their teachers before they experience the lessons they teach”.

What can we seek to do to create relationships and engage our students?

1. Reaching out to a student – making time for personal engagement and tuition.

2. Teachers demonstrating subject and pedagogical mastery - students are often reticent to show publicly they do not

Scots College is proudly a boys’ school. Recently we held a professional development session for all Staff led by Ralph Pirozzo looking at differentiation in the classroom. At the beginning of his presentation Ralph discussed the importance of relationships in engaging boys in learning.

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Our Head BoyjAMES coSTEllo lADANyI

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Life as Head Prefect is always busy but never dull! Every week brings a new event to plan for, whether it is organising prefects for an Open Day or pumping up the whole school for a Supporters’ Club event – there is always something on.

Fortunately, the Scots ethos means boys are always volunteering to help out and do their part to make the College ship sail smoothly!

The biggest project of the year for me so far was organising and entering the first ever official Scots team into Relay for Life 2013. ‘Black and Red Represent’ finished in 2nd place, running 501 laps, just behind HIBS who ran 512. I was immensely proud of our team of 53 boys, all of whom showed great guts

and determination to run for 16 hours, raising $4,300 for The Cancer Society along the way.

Term 2 has been full of new challenges for my prefect team and me, with sports and culture within the College hitting top speed. Sometimes these challenges can seem overwhelming, but it is always worth remembering that “The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it.” Keep striving to be your best and give everything you do 100%!

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understand or are lost as they can feel belittled. Having a personal and “warm” classroom with well-planned lessons suitable for boys can help remove this barrier.

3. Knowing students personally – individual interests and talents.

4. Sharing a common interest or characteristic with a student.

5. Accepting opposition at times from students – being able to judge when to tolerate and treat as an individual.

6. Teachers revealing their vulnerability – being human. While not being earth shatteringly new, this study is a timely reminder of why what we do with each student is important. No effective teaching can occur without a positive relationship. There is clear support for the practices of small class sizes, the move to three schools, strong EOTC programmes, a diverse pedagogy that suits boys, the involvement of all staf f and students in co-curricular programmes, and a strong pastoral curriculum with tutor groups. There is no doubt in my mind that the relationship building aspects of all these enhance College culture and thus student outcomes.

GRAEME yUlE

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HEADMASTER GRAEME yUlE TAlkING wITH yEAR 13 STUDENTS

pREp ScHool TEAcHER, HANNAH FAIRbAIRN

“kEEp STRIvING To bE yoUR bEST AND

GIvE EvERyTHING yoU Do 100%!”

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Our Achievements

STUDENT AcHIEvEMETNS

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Will Wright (Year 5) – Placed second in his age group at the National Optimist Green Sailing Championships.

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Joshua Snowdon-Poole (Year 9) – Won the final of a Masters Series 14s Boys tennis tournament in Spain.

Henry Gibbs (Year 10) – Qualified for the top NZ boys crew to represent NZ in the 420 International Sailing Championships.

Christian Lee (Year 10) – Selected to represent NZ at Commonwealth Karate Championships.

Matthew Strawbridge (Year 10) – Selected for the Global Youth Leadership Summit in San Diego, USA.

Simeo Pont (Year 10) – 1st in the U19 grade for the Wellington Armstrong Motors 10km run.

Wellington Pipers Club Inc Emerging Players Competition Results – Lachlan MacDonald (Year 9) 3rd in the Novice March, Charlie Stapleton Stevens (Year 6) 3rd in the D Grade Slow March, Thomas Harding (Year

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10) 1st in the D Grade March and Ollie Stapleton Stevens (Year 12) 2nd in the C Grade 6/8 March.

Fazeem Khan (Year 10), Conrad Pender (Year 6), Mario Kotsapas (Year 9), George Sladden (Year 7), James Wilson (Year 8) and Finn O’Connor (Year 7) – Selected to represent the Wellington region in the National Federation Futsal Tournament.

U17 Cycling Road Race placings: – Louis Higgison (Year 12) 1st place, Oliver Wood (Year 10) 2nd place, Liam Sherlock (Year 10) 3rd place.

Peter McKenzie (Year 10) – Featured extra on The Hobbit and lead role in Short NZ Film ‘Birdsong’.

Mitchell McDonald (Year 9) – Selected to represent Wellington in the National Under 15 Basketball Team.

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Patrick Fenika (Year 12), Varani Komaisavai (Year 13), Malo Tuitama (Year 12) and TJ Va’a (Year 12) – Selected for the U18 Hurricanes Training Squad.

Alex Kane (Year 13) and Rowan Webster (Year 13) – Selected as NZ representatives for Underwater Hockey.

Joe Boswell (Year 11), Kiwa Erueti-Newmann (Year 10), Alex Fidow (Year 11), Lotonu’u Hauiea (Year 11), Jack Loader (Year 10), Henry Mexted (Year 11), and Harry Saker (Year 10) – selected in the U16 Rugby Williment Coaching Week.

Albert Nisbet (Year 13) – Selected as a participant in UC Explorer: which recognises the top 100 Scientists in Year 13 within NZ.

Sebastian Hallum Clarke (Year 12) – Finished 3rd in the Eureka Science Orator.

Nathan Tse (Year 13) – Nominated to represent NZ in the Secondary schools cross country team.

Jozef Crosland (Year 11) – Going to meet up with his peers with cochlear implants in Europe.

Santino Gaeta (Year 13) – Selected to go on the SADD National Leadership Conference.

Sean Irving (Year 12) – Selected to represent the Wellington region in Young Enterprise Scheme in Auckland.

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“Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it. Blessed be the name of the Lord from henceforth, and for ever.”

These words were said by the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church, as he laid the keys on the Holy Table at the commencement of the Service of Dedication, marking the official opening of the Chapel-Assembly Hall, on August 10, 1963.

As a prelude, a procession consisting of The Governor General, Sir Bernard Fergusson and Lady Fergusson, The Moderator of the General Assembly, Mr Wilson, and Mrs Wilson, the Revs A Macfarlane, W J Pellow, D M Hercus, and the Chaplain, the Chairman of the Board of Governors, Mr J F Living, and the Headmaster, were met at the door by the President of the Old Boys Association, who delivered the keys of the building to the Chairman of the board, with these words: “Sir, I deliver to you these keys, and ask you to accept on behalf of the Board of Governors this chapel and Assembly Hall, to be maintained to the Glory of God, and for the service of the College.” The dedication of the Chapel-Assembly Hall in honour of the Old Boys of the College, especially those who had sacrificed their lives in war, and the unveiling of the commemorative stone by the Governor General were the acts of pre-eminent significance in this impressive ceremony.

Mr Dick Evans, whose work and inspiration were in evidence throughout the whole project, deserves special mention for the handsome organ that was installed.

And so here we are in 2013, about to celebrate 50 years of dedicated use of the Scots College Chapel and Assembly Hall. A special 9:00am jubilee service will be held in the Chapel Hall, on the first day of Term 3 this year, to commemorate the opening, and the fact that it’s builders indeed did not labour in vain. The Chapel continues to be at the centre of the life of the College, with its weekly services, House Church services and Assemblies being a constant feature in the lives of boys and staff as we progress, change and grow through our time at the College. Hence as boys get bigger, change classes and subjects and grow older, the chapel services are a steady anchor and a guiding light.

Special invitations will be sent. The whole school will be present, so it will be tight, but if you wish to attend from outside the current school body, please contact the Development Officer, Ann Walker, on: (04) 803 0590 or email walkera@scotscollege.school.nz

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Connor Macleod (Year 13) – Awarded novice rower of the year.

Robbie Bradley (Year 13) and Ollie Stapleton Stevens (Year 12) – Selected to play in the Wellington schoolboys Waterpolo squad.

Sam Hart (Year 12) – selected to attend the Youth Parliament as the delegate for Chris Finlayson.

Jack Compton (Year 13) – Placed 1st in the U19 Cycling Road Race.

Language Perfect World Championships: Adam Sangster (Year 11) – Gold award top 2%, William Chrisp (Year 11) – Silver award top 5%, Rohan Sejpal (Year 11) – Bronze award top 10%, Ollie Stapleton Stevens (Year 12) – Credit award – top 20%.

Ryan Western (Year 11) – Selected for the Wellington Under 19 Development Golf Team.

James Moore (Year 12) – Won four medals at the Surf Life Saving Nationals and awarded the top male U16 athlete in the region at the Capital Coast Surf Life Saving Awards and Most Promising Athlete at the Lyall Bay Club.

Dominic Miller (Year 12) – Is ranked 6th in the NZ U18 International Tennis Federation.

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Dylan Lee (Year 13) – Selected to represent NZ at Commonwealth Karate Championships.

Robbie Bradley (Year 13) – Selected to play in the Wellington U19 Futsal team.

From the Board

Leadership – The first rule of leadership? Everything is your fault!!

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Leadership is a wide ranging concept that may invoke images of, perhaps, army generals marching their troops into battle, or sports captains leading their team into a sporting arena and directing the pattern of play. It may be politicians standing up for their beliefs and robustly debating in Parliament or it may be a school prefect representing their school in a related activity.

However ideas are sometimes best captured as images. Imagine a prefect walking….not in front of his younger fellow student, expecting him just to follow, not behind his younger companion driving him forward – but rather next to his follower, leading by example.

Consider a business environment, or a religious setting, and even family and social relationships. All of these facets of life would certainly benefit immeasurably from striving to lead by example – every day.

If actions do, in fact, speak louder than words then let’s live our lives and allow others to watch, knowing that while our example is not perfect, at least it is one that is constructive and honourable, hopefully more often than not.

The common character traits attributed to leaders are:

Integrity and Trust – This is the integration of outward actions and inner values. A person of integrity is the same on the outside and on the inside. Such a person can be trusted because he or she never strays from their inner values, even when it might seem better to do so. A leader must have the trust of followers and therefore must display integrity.

“People will do anything to help a trusted leader” – so says John Anderson, founder of Contiki Travel Company, author of the book “Only Two Seats Left” and Old Boy of Scots College. John certainly demonstrated that in leading many people on tours throughout Europe.

Dedication – means spending whatever time or energy is necessary to finish the task at hand. By setting an excellent example, leaders can show followers that there are opportunities to achieve something great.

Fairness – means giving credit where it is due. A fair leader ensures that credit for successes is spread as widely as possible. This fairness helps other people feel good about themselves and draws everyone closer together. On the other hand, a good leader takes personal responsibility for failures. To spread the fame and take the blame is a

hallmark of good leadership. It also builds trust. Followers will reward a leader displaying fairness with loyalty and dedication.

Humility – Leaders with humility recognize that they are no better or worse than other members of the team. A humble leader is not self-ef facing but tries to elevate everyone along with themselves. Leaders with humility also understand that their status does not make them a god. A good example of this would be Mahatma Gandhi.

Openness – means being able and available to listen to new ideas. Good leaders are able to withhold judgment while listening to others’ ideas, as well as to accept that there may be new ways of doing things that someone else has thought of. Openness builds mutual respect and trust between leaders and followers.

Creativity – is the ability to think dif ferently, to think outside the square. This gives the leader the ability to guide followers in new directions. The most important question that a leader can ask is, “What if … ?”

Assertiveness – which is not the same as aggressiveness, rather, it is the ability to clearly state what one expects so that there will be no misunderstandings.

A sense of humour – is vital to relieve tension and boredom, as well as to defuse conflict. Effective leaders know how to use humour to energize followers. Humour is a form of power that provides some control while fostering good relationships.

Leaders must remain ever focused on what needs to be accomplished and they then can give individuals or groups the support that they need to achieve the goals, even if mistakes are made along the way.

John Quincy Adams, 6th President of the United States, said, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more – then you are a leader.”

So if, in building the All Round Man, we can develop confidence and trust in each other and we can demonstrate the characteristics of good leaders in leading by example, then that surely is a gift to the young men of Scots College.

And likewise, boys, if you uphold your integrity, if you remain dedicated to your purpose, if you develop knowledge and skills, and show the determination to accept nothing less than success, and if you inspire others by example to want to work towards the ideal – perhaps, then, you too – are a leader!

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DANyoN loADER wITH SpoRTS lEADERS

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Two sporting codes which normally find themselves on opposite sides of the pitch joined forces to raise funds for the development of rugby and football at the College.

Clash of the Codes

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All Black coach Steve Hansen and All Whites coach Ricki Herbert were the guest speakers at the ‘Clash of the Codes’ fundraising night which raised $25,000 for the academies and attracted 250 guests.

Master of Ceremonies John McBeth refereed a spirited debate between the two teams made up of the respective coaches, All Black forward Victor Vito, All White defender Andrew Durante, and Year 13 students Fergus Grif fen-George and Jorden-Glen Bradbrook. Each team had to debate the merits of the other sport. Steve Hansen proved himself to be quite the raconteur and brought his team

to victory.

Guests were treated to a wonderful evening of College entertainment including Old Boy soprano Tom Atkins who performed a beautiful rendition of World in Union, a popular rugby world cup anthem.

Bayleys Wellington provided one of their star auctioneer’s Richard Valintine, whose spirited auctioneering brought about some feverish bidding. The most unusual item auctioned on the night was a voucher for ‘absolutely nothing’ – which entitled the buyer to ‘absolutely nothing’. The voucher was bought by Victor Vito, who

immediately donated the item back to the school for re-auction. The voucher was then bought a second time for $400 by Bayleys Wellington director Rohan Hill. Proceeds from both sales of ‘absolutely nothing’ were added to the fundraising kitty.

Proceeds from the night will be used to purchase new sporting equipment and to assist teams in travelling expenses to various national tournaments throughout the rest of the year.

A big thank you to Scots parents Ross Jamieson, Alistair Wilson and Jim Watt for the time and effort they dedicated to this event.

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Creative & Performing Arts School (CPAS)

The Creative and Performing Arts School has now provided two terms of outstanding opportunities in the arts arena. The courses on offer when the school launched in Term 1 have been very successful and have paved the way for more courses to be developed in Term 2 and beyond.

Miranda Harcourt has built on the very successful Saturday morning classes with more students seeking the opportunity to work with her and the vast network of experts Miranda calls upon to share their knowledge and expertise.

This term the students have worked in our recording studio, learning the skills of voice-over work with Paul Stent, an audio engineer from Marmalade studios, and Miranda leading them through this process.

They also had the privilege of hearing from Academy Award winner, Christian Rivers, who is the Special Effects Supervisor for the Hobbit films and Lord of the Rings trilogies. The students were able to get a real understanding of the complexities involved in

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making films such as these.

Comments heard from students as they left the room were “wow, that was amazing” and “what an incredible opportunity!” Suffice to say, they were in awe of the work that Christian and all the creative team working on the Hobbit does.

Due to the demand for acting classes, we now have four classes catering for students from age 5-18 years. One class which is well worth checking out is the Theatresport and Improvisation class. Susan Fogarty is really gifted at working with teens, and with her wit and humour the students love every minute of the time spent together.

We introduced two visual arts courses this term and had the

pleasure of working with Cat Auburn, an emerging sculptor, who recently exhibited at the Bartley and Co dealer gallery.

Cat is enormously talented and she ran a series of classes over 40 hours teaching the art of maquette sculpting. This course was an opportunity not to be missed and was attended by a mix of College students and adults, including an established artist, who knew of Cat’s talent and skill and wanted to grab the opportunity to work with her!

This term also saw the first of our photography courses take place. Mark Tantrum ran a 10 week course covering the elements of photography in a practical, hands-on environment. Participants have built up a collection of photos

which demonstrate the various techniques Mark covers, and will exhibit these at the end of the course via a digital slide show.

Mark is a professional photographer with vast experience both in NZ and overseas. His classes are relaxed, informative, varied and fun.

Another Wellington talent who has been sharing his knowledge and expertise is Ed Zuccollo. Ed is a gifted musician and thoroughly nice guy. His electronic music production course has provided the students with an insight into the music production industry and given them first-hand experience in learning to use synthesizers, how to create sample sets and start mixing their own material.

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Ed will be running this course again in Term 3, and those fortunate enough to work with him will enjoy his humour and laid back approach, but discover the perfection that Ed strives for in his work and his attention to detail at every stage of production.

We have had a number of adults enrol in courses this term. The Singcognito singers have discovered their hidden voice waiting to be released! This class is full of laughter and the joy of singing. Mark Bobb promised to make this course fun and fulfilling which he has delivered in bucket loads. All of the Singcognito singers have expressed a huge desire to continue next term and there is room for anyone else who would like to find their voice and share in the joy of singing with others.

Our Weta Digital ZBrush expert, Maddie Scott-Spencer has continued with another round of 3D Sculpting for Character Design classes on Saturday mornings. Maddie has a huge following and a well established reputation as one of the best ZBrush artists both nationally and internationally.

Maddie will be back in Term 3 to offer the next stage of sculpting with ZBrush, for those looking to build on the skills learnt on the beginners’ course. With the film industry on our door step this is a wonderful opportunity to work alongside an artist of Maddie’s calibre.

CPAS continues to seek opportunities to provide quality courses taught by industry professionals. Term 3 is looking very exciting with new courses in Music Video Production, Costume Design for Film and Television, Song Composition and Recording, and Boys Funk Dance, to name a few. Get amongst it!

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Many of the older boys here at Scots will know quite a bit about ANZAC day through your studies of history, you may have had fathers, grandfathers or even great grandfathers or grandmothers, who fought or served in the great wars.

I would just like to reflect on some of the things that ANZAC day means to our country and to me.

Ninety-eight years ago, our brave soldiers, far from home, went ashore at Anzac Cove in Turkey.

It was a defining moment in our nation’s history.

These men fought selflessly and, though the battle was ultimately lost, their bravery will never be forgotten.

Their courage has been replicated throughout the years by the many sailors, soldiers,

and aircrew who have fought for our nation. Too many paid the ultimate price for their service and ANZAC day is the day we remember their sacrifice.

For me, as a Navy person, the 25th of April, ANZAC day, is a special day. It’s a day when I pause to reflect on those who have gone before me and who served so faithfully in troubled times.

In particular it’s a special day for me when I think of my Grandfather, who fought and returned from WWII in particular in Crete and North Africa. And I also reflect on those who did not come home to their loved ones, who have no known grave.

My grandfather never really spoke of the war after his return but I have heard stories of his bravery, when I attended ANZAC day services in Rotorua, from his

friends and former confidants.

I also want to reflect on the courageous souls of the Merchant Navy, who braved the dangers of the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, ensuring vital supplies made it through to the Allied Forces in both World Wars. Having sailed in many of these waters myself over the last 21 years I know how dangerous they can be even without an enemy!

Our maritime identity was forged through the courage, commitment and comradeship of these brave young men and in 1941 their ef forts earned our navy a Royal Warrant, which we carry to this day.

Before 1941, our sailors served with the Royal Navy. Now we are proudly the Royal New Zealand Navy.

ANZAC Day ServiceANZAc DAy SpEEcH – lIEUTENANT coMMANDER pAUl GRAy

I have no doubt that many of you were at a dawn service or civic ceremony with your family, wearing a poppy, and possibly some family medals to commemorate ANZAC Day.

More than 500 answered the call to serve at sea at the outbreak of World War I in 1914, of whom 27 did not see our shores again.

One in particular was Victoria Cross winner and NZ naval hero LT CDR William Sanders, whose VC citation simply reads: “In recognition of his conspicuous gallantry, consummate coolness and skill in command of one of His Majesty’s Ships in Action.”

More New Zealanders answered the call to action in World War II. Our Navy came of age at the famous Battle of the River Plate, where Kiwis onboard HMS Achilles fought alongside their British shipmates and claimed victory against the larger, more powerful German pocket battleship Graf Spee.

This year we stood alongside our fellow Defence Force personnel as we all remembered our brave men and women who died while working so hard to make Afghanistan a safer place.

This Anzac Day our thoughts are especially with their families and with the loved ones of all the men and women who left our shores, never to return home.

We gather on ANZAC day as we shall always gather, not to glorify war, but to remind ourselves that we value who we are and the freedoms we possess.

We will remember them.

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From 24 – 26th May, four teams comprising of over 50 boys took part on the 2013 Rialto Channel 48-hour film competition. The four teams made up of Year 11-13 boys each had to create a 7-minute short-film in 48 hours.

Rialto Channel 48Hours Challenge

All New Zealand teams competing had to include a few specific elements into their short film. Within the Wellington area there were over 200 teams competing.

Team representatives went to the launch event where they received components to include in their film; the line “did you hear that?”, a ‘point of view’ camera shot, the character ‘Vic Meyers’ an insomniac and a prop which was a card (e.g. playing card). Teams were released at precisely 7pm and the 48 hours clock began!

To make an eligible entry, teams had to cleverly incorporate these elements into their film. Each team was also given a genre to create their film in, and Scots was given “Converging Storyline,” Techno Thriller,” “Horror,” and “Action”.

The Friday night consisted of students creating the idea, scriptwriting and storyboarding their seven minute short-film. With many cups of tea, homemade soup and other assorted treats, teams stayed awake till four in the morning to try and perfect their short film idea. Saturday was tough, as everyone involved in the scriptwriting was up late planning the film and storyboards. We started early on Saturday and everyone was intensely motivated to get the necessary filming done before there was not enough time to edit the raw footage.

All the teams were frantically running around up to ridiculous hours of the morning and were pulling out all the stops to write, film and edit their short film before the deadline came around. By Sunday evening everyone was exhausted but stoked to hand in their short film to the judges. All teams made the deadline this year and Kilt and Sporran in particular had a close call, managing to leave it to the very last minute, but eventually handing their final product in with about 11 minutes to deadline.

Thanks to Miss Philp, Mr Redding, Mr Leslie, Mr West and Mrs Eastman for helping the boys to pull it all together in such a hectically short amount of time.

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One of my favourite radio shows is This Way Up on the National Programme. I download programmes and listen to them as Podcasts, often when driving. A recent episode was entitled Cooked, and interviewed journalist and food campaigner Michael Pollan. The article discussed how our food is increasingly processed and explored associated issues and implications. It was an interesting interview.

At the same time, all our year groups commenced their next Unit of Inquiry. A large part of our Primary Years Programme is our Inquiry. In this we explore big ideas that are transferrable in their design and open to boys taking their learning in directions that appeal to them. Invariably our boys are engaged by this dif ferentiation.

Our Year 3 and 4 boys commenced an inquiry with the Transdisciplinary Theme of ‘How We Organise Ourselves’, the Central Idea that foods can be processed before they reach our table, with the Lines of Inquiry being ‘Foods We Eat and Ways We Process Foods.’ The unit was designed to develop our students’ understanding and knowledge of the food they eat. We use a rocket analogy to identify the various stages of our inquiry teaching. Stage one is known as “Fuelling Up”. At this stage, the students gain knowledge around the key concepts of their inquiry. It is teacher directed and learning experiences are designed to assist students to gain key concepts and understandings. The activities are also designed to ‘hook’ the learner. We want to

build their knowledge and also their interest in the big idea.

The use of experts and class trips is highly valuable. As part of our Year 3 and 4 inquiry the boys visited Brentwood Hotel. They spent the day with the Chef and were involved in a hands-on day of preparing their own food and learning about ingredients. They had a wonderful day and were very motivated to continue their learning back in the classroom!

Track forward four weeks and the Unit of Inquiry was coming to an end. The boys wanted to take action with their learning and share what they had learnt. The walls of the classrooms had posters they had made, their books had material they had written and a number had decided to create their own eBook that students in other classes in the Prep School could then read on iPads on topics such as;

• No MSG in restaurant food.

• How much sugar is in fast food?

• Remember the food pyramid when choosing what to eat.

This unit had lasting implications on the boys and teachers. In the staf froom we discussed the ingredients in food and shared other related articles. It got me thinking, this knowledge is too important for just our Year 3 and 4 boys. We needed to share the ideas with all and hence my article!

So my challenge to parents: think about the food we feed our children.

• How processed is it?

• What levels of preservatives are in it?

• Are they receiving five servings a day of fruit and vegetables?

• How much salt or sugar is in their food?

• What are they drinking?

• Treat food should not be a daily occurrence.

And an associated final thought; are you eating as regularly as possible with your children? I believe being together around the table is an important part of being a family.

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“It always seems impossible until it’s done. Never give up”. The words of former South African President Nelson Mandela that every Prep School boy should try to live by.

Each term we are planning to help out with the Strathmore Community Base. They help those in the local community who are less fortunate than us, providing shelter, food and joy. In July we had a Mufti day, Students had to bring a can or packet of soup or stew. It was just a small price to pay to fill a hungry tummy in the community.

At Scots we are fortunate to have many dif ferent sporting and cultural opportunities. Our Colts teams have been competing in hockey, rugby and football. All

the hard training is due to pay off soon.

We also entertained the parents with spectacular musical performances during the Parents to School Afternoon.

To the teachers thank you for the hard work you put into helping us with our learning. To the boys remember we have to work hard in everything we do and most important – thank you very much Mums and Dads for your support and love!

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In the Prep School there are several ways that the boys can show leadership and ‘Live the Learner Profile’.

The Learner Profile emphasises the development of the whole student – physically, intellectually, emotionally and ethically. The intention of the peer support programme is for the older students to establish supportive and positive relationships with their younger ‘buddy’. We have a number of buddy initiatives in operation.

Within the Prep House structure each house has a buddy system operating and Year 6 boys are encouraged to show leadership at House meeting time and during inter-house events.

There is a programme in place where the Year 5 boys are buddy reading with a Year 1 or 2 student. The younger boys very much enjoy this interaction.

During Term 1 boys in Years 4-6 were assigned a Year 8 buddy. The first meeting was an introductory session with the boys learning about their buddy. There were some very animated conversations going on as they found common interests. Each session has, and will continue to have, a focus. The boys have shared their Inquiry at one session and books they are reading at another. Year 8 will teach the Year 4-6 boys a new skill and share an activity.

Peer Support System

Wednesday 15 May dawned clear and sunny, an ideal day for the Prep School Cross Country.

The boys had been training in PE classes, and some had trained with Mrs Laing during their lunchtimes in preparation for the event.

The programme started with Year 1 & 2 runners. We were fortunate to have a group of Year 8 boys to act as ‘hares’, some led the groups and some encouraged the tail enders. The Year 3 & 4 boys ran together followed by first the Year 5, then the Year 6 boys. Conditions were ideal and all boys put in their best ef fort to ensure they achieved maximum points for their house.

Congratulations to the following boys who were the Year Group Champions

Year 1 Nicholas Robertson Year 2 Chester Bygraves Year 3 Rushil Jeram- Patel Year 4 Scott Sheffield – Gray Year 5 Toby Bates Year 6 Thomas Woodward (Colts)

The House competition was well fought with the final result being:

1st McKelvie 2nd Potatau 3rd Macarthur 4th Bedding

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This year we decided to vary our parent events and have a Parents to School afternoon. Like any event that happens, there is always a great deal of planning and preparation that occurs and this was no exception.

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“Parents’ Afternoon was cool. We did a performance. We sang Maori songs. We shared our kowhaiwhai patterns. We played nursery rhymes on our pan pipes. We gave our parents a cupcake. We ate our own cupcake!”

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Students Reflections:

“Parents’ Afternoon was awesome. I had lots of fun! I’m sure my mum and dad had lots of fun too. I made cupcakes for mum and dad. I had a cupcake too! We did a performance about Maori songs.”

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“Parents’ Afternoon was great because my mum and dad came to school. When they went home they said to me”, “We loved the play, it was great!”

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It was decided the boys would decorate cupcakes to present to their parents. 124 boys who have 380 cupcakes and 380 noodle boxes to decorate can become a logistical nightmare. However, with careful planning, and creativity from the boys, the operation was successful and most parents enjoyed their afternoon tea!

Students prepared for the afternoon by organising an activity to share with their parents in the classroom. In addition to this time in class, the boys were involved in a concert in the Hall. Parents were treated to performances from the Year 6 Concert Band, the Prep Choir, the learner Chanter

and drummers, school singing, individual musical performances and the first public rendition of Highland Cathedral by Prep School band members. The concert was followed by the all important afternoon tea.

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The First 100 Days“All this will not be finished in the first 100 days. Nor will it be finished in the first 1,000 days, nor in the life of this Administration, nor even perhaps in our lifetime on this planet. But let us begin”. John F. Kennedy

In my previous Quad article I reflected on the question, “what makes students at Scots College successful?” Having now been Principal of the Middle School for 100 days I have taken the time to look back on what it is that I think makes Scots College successful.

At a recent professional development day I commented on seven key areas within the school that I believe are the significant factors that make us successful.

1. Dedicated Staff – I am extremely fortunate to work alongside a team of experienced, professional educators who strive to deliver an engaging, challenging and personalised curriculum and extra-curricular programme for the students. The extra time spent mentoring, coaching, planning and communicating with students and parents is outstanding.

2. Academic Distinction – An internationally recognised Middle Years Programme integrated alongside a diverse range of option choices offers superior education opportunities. Combining this with the expectation that all boys strive for personal excellence in a dif ferentiated classroom programme allows students to succeed at the highest level.

3. Cultural Diversity – The Arts faculty provide a variety of superior programmes including drama, music, visual art and design housed within the outstanding Creative and Performing Arts Centre (CPAC). The teaching expertise and programmes including BROMAD, Scots Got Talent, musical performances and drama productions allow students to express their creative side.

4. Sporting Excellence – Scots College currently offers 29 alternative sports programmes catering for the diverse needs, abilities and ages of our students. Each of these sports is coached and managed by our own teaching staff or local professional coaches. The facilities, equipment and opportunities of fered to the students are second to none.

5. House Spirit – The House system offers the pastoral and extra- curricular outlet for students to thrive in a caring setting led by a team of teachers, senior students and a House Dean. This inclusive environment, where every student is known, supported and challenged to ‘do their bit’, creates an atmosphere of healthy rivalry and security amongst the boys.

6. Service – All students are encouraged through their House and the ‘Special Character’ element of our College to serve others, whether that be within the school (mentoring their peers) or by spreading further afield to support local and international agencies. Connecting with communities overseas to offer support and aid those less fortunate enables the students to develop an awareness of others.

7. Empathy – I have been thrilled to see the friendly, empathetic nature in which our boys care for each other. This is especially apparent when watching older boys relate to the Prep School students. The inclusive nature of this environment makes Scots College special.

Although we are by no means a ‘perfect’ school, after the first 100 days as the Principal of the Middle School I can proudly state that this is an amazing school which offers the students every opportunity to succeed as the ‘All Round Man’. Like the quote said, “All this will not be finished in the first 100 days. Nor will it be finished in the first 1,000 days” but what I can tell you is that Scots College will continue to offer students the best education that we can by continually developing and strengthening the seven key elements of success for each student.

MATT AllEN

pRINcIpAl, MIDDlE ScHool

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Sometimes you don’t realise what you have, until it’s gone, just like the first two terms of 2013.

This year by far has been the busiest and fastest I have ever experienced, with events such as BROMAD, Scots Got Talent, the Annie production, College cross country, the winter sports kicking off and of course the start of the Middle School Year 10 Challenge.

This challenge is mainly directed at Year 10s (as you may have noticed) however, it is also open for the rest of the Middle School as well. The Year 10 Challenge was set up to maximise potential in the Middle School with the skills and talent that are already here. It’s really simple, you find something you’re good at, then you find a time that suits you and if someone needs your expertise they can come to your sessions.

You may think this is a big goal for one school boy, but I like to think that with help and support you can achieve anything.

“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. What you do with what you have shows a lot about who you are” Theodore Roosevelt.

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This year we entered a Year 7 & 8 team, Black Scots, into the Wellington Floorball Junior League competition.

We began the season as the new kids on the block having absolutely no experience in floorball whatsoever against teams that had at least one year’s experience. The first three games were designed as grading games and to our surprise we took three wins from three games scoring 23 goals and only conceding 2. This placed us into our grade’s “A” Division. All of a sudden the competitive element took over!

The Division “A” competition consisted of five rounds followed by a final. Of these games we won three and lost one. For three consecutive weeks we were ranked first on the table until the last round game. Unfortunately, due to seven of our eight team members being away on camp, we were unable to put forward our normal team to play the final game. This resulted in a loss and as a result we had to play off for third and fourth. This final game we won, ranking us third over-all.

Considering we were a new team with no floorball experience, gaining third in the “A” Division is a pretty amazing feat.

The energy, dedication and effort put in by the boys have to be very highly commended. Well done, Scots Black!

joNN NIcHolSoN

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We are very proud of Ezekiel Fiso, Year 8, who again has had another stand-out year at the Phoenix Dance Convention.

Winning his third return scholarship for 2014 as one of the youngest recipients, Ezekiel exceeded his expectations by being selected for four genres – jazz, hip hop, funk and musical theatre.

This is Ezekiel’s second year at Scots; however he has been dancing for the past six years. He says, “My time at Scots has been rewarding with great experiences, learnings, challenges, discipline, and grounding. Scots’ life helped with my Phoenix preparation as I fill my day with the transferable experiences like PE, rugby, music, performing arts and learning, to help learn the dance routines.”

Having achieved the scholarship in his first year at intermediate level from over 200 dancers who are older, mature and physically stronger was a real milestone, that confirmed anything can happen if you apply yourself. This is success we at Scots can all share in.

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The Ruakuri cave is a spectacular cave to visit. It is a large cave that has only recently been open, due to entrances being sacred or on private property.

At the start there is a chasm going straight down, being perfectly circular with a smooth corkscrew set of path to get to the bottom. When you’re inside the cave it will wow you. This cave has some of the most beautiful and amazing formations: stalagmites and stalactites the size of a desk and curtain formations big enough to be an actual curtain, all made out of reconstructed limestone. Near the end you enter a dark tunnel and after a bit you see hundreds of glow worms and all of them reflect onto water. The Ruakuri caves as I said are amazing and if you haven’t been there I highly recommend you go.

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The Glow worm cave is an amazing cave system with some formations thousands of years old. At first you enter through a stone door into the upper part of the cave and as you walk by you see a tomo, Maori for ‘hole,’ this is massive. As you go deeper inside the cave you start to see more stalagmites and stalactites. Then you go into the deepest part of the cave known as ‘The Cathedral’ as its ceiling is very high up. Inside The Cathedral there are many massive stalagmites and stalactites and some coral formations. This spot is filled with what looks like ‘Cave Modern Art’ as quite a few formations look like something. My favourite was the bungee jumping kiwi although in my eyes it was more of a seagull. Then the last thing you do is board a boat. This boat will take you through the last part of the cave where you see literally thousands of tiny lights, all from glow worms; it was amazing.

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What a week. Plenty of variety, excitement and almost perfect weather.

The week involved:

1. High ropes at Adrenalin Forest where the boys had the opportunity to wander through ‘tree paths’ up as high as 32 metres.

2. Sea kayaking on the Porirua Harbour where the boys had the opportunity to paddle around the shores of a beautiful harbour.

3. Mountain biking at Makara Peak where the boys had the opportunity to take two wheel risks under the guidance of some full on instructors including a London Olympian – Rosara Joseph.

4. A bush experience at Kaitoke Regional Park where the boys had the opportunity to cross rivers used in Lord of the Rings, light fires, make a bivvy, sleep under canvas and tramp through a magnificent regional park.

5. The Great ‘Art Hunt’ around the streets of Wellington’s CBD where the boys had the opportunity to work alongside their Year 13 mentors and discover this city’s famous public art collection.

The boys were also lucky to have the opportunity to be supported in these activities by quality instructors and enthusiastic teaching staff.

This week provides a great opportunity for boys to take themselves out of their comfort zone and really challenge themselves. The Year 9s of 2013 certainly did manage to achieve this.

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After weeks of thorough, passionate training we were ready to take on the handsome devil that was the Rimutaka Incline/Coastal Track.

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We set off up the incline feeling on top of the world and reached the top still feeling great and wondering when the ‘big uphill’ would be. The incline wasn’t incredibly dif ficult; it was probably the downhill on the other side that took its toll on us. This was where the tunnels began and the crashes began. Throughout the tunnels there were numerous crashes with luckily no fatalities. My group was fine, although scraping around in a darkened 500m tunnel with sharp bits of bikes poking around was uncomfortable to say the least. At long last we reached the bottom where James was already gorging into more food from his endless food pack. Antonio, like the sly demon he is, scored himself a flat tyre which his kind teachers had to help fix.

We then set off along a slightly hilly mountain bike track and eventually met up with the food truck that carried Jet Planes and Fruit Bursts galore, both of which were devoured in a matter of seconds. This resulted in the majority of us shooting off onto the road which earned me a stern warning from Mr Bock for reckless driving on the wrong side of the road whilst high on sugar. It also earned Ben Wynne a ride home in the truck, after he crashed. We travelled for a while more until we arrived at the camp.

We collapsed in the tent exhausted. We were in for a long night as the wind pummelled our already weakened tent and by morning it had collapsed. After a breakfast we re-assembled our tents into the bags and began to make our way away from the camp. The wind decided it didn’t like our group and we got battered as we struggled alongside the clif f-ridden path.

Soon enough we came around the corner and into Wellington harbour and this was when the wind focused its entire ef forts on hindering our progress up to Eastbourne. Eventually, after many, many hours of painful biking we arrived at Eastbourne and absolutely died.

I found this experience invigorating, if not slightly painful. I would do it again if you promised me a windless, rainless two-day forecast and a giant seat cushion. But I took a lot away from this expedition and learnt that perseverance is the key.

jEREMy bRow

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As I reviewed your sons’ reports this term I was constantly reminded of the huge involvement many of our senior students have outside of the classroom. I appreciate too that this is not always done in the school setting and many of your sons participate in groups and teams in their local communities.

Term Two is traditionally viewed as the busiest period of the school year and while this may be more a case of perception than reality – the bite of winter does contribute here as I’m sure those of us who were at the Silverstream match the other weekend can testify to – our young men tend to be more actively involved in winter sports and, for the seniors, assessment pressures ramp up at this time. Received wisdom also has it that young people who have too many structured activities tend to become stressed out and can underachieve as a result. I have had the odd conversation with

boys where the line, “Do you want to be a jack of all trades and a master of none?” has been necessary. This is, however, the exception and the majority do have a reasonable balance in their lives.

Indeed new research counters the notion that too many structured activities can be deleterious to the young. The Sydney Morning Herald (http://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/life/busy-children-shown-to-do-better-20090407-9z0y.html)recently highlighted a study which found the opposite to be true. In fact, students who participated in few, if

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any, activities outside of the classroom tended to have poorer outcomes and suffered from lower self-esteem.

When I consider the plethora of events over the past term, our young men need not suffer from a lack of opportunity to improve themselves beyond the classroom. What they do need is the support to ensure a balance is achieved.

I congratulate those of you who are meeting or exceeding your goals for this year, who are involved in the cultural groups and sports we offer, who have taken the chance to be of

service, or simply enjoyed a great evening at a formal. Yes, it does require organisation, time management and resilience, key competencies of our modern, hidden, curriculum. These are attributes that our Learning for Life programmes in tutor groups and Study Skills sessions with John Horrell aim to inculcate in the boys.

To the boys, enjoy the break to recharge your batteries, re-focus your goals and spend quality time with family and friends.

MATTHEw bERTRAM

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With the year more than half way done, I can imagine that many boys are wondering where all the time has gone. But when we look back and consider all the events and internals, you can see what a busy term it has been for the Senior School. There have been more than a few late nights!

Three much-hyped school events highlighted the term for me: the two Formals and our very own televised rugby game all falling on the same weekend. It was our luck that it was also the weekend of Wellington’s biggest storm in years! These were great successes for the school in terms of pride and involvement and I know for certain the Year 11 and 13 had a really good time at their respective Formal and Ball.

But the biggest highlight for me

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would have to be the number of boys who turned out to go to the rugby in their gumboots and all. Braving the cold to cheer on our boys in an extremely hard game of rugby against the tough St Pats Silverstream was really something to be proud about regardless of the score on the day.

As we head into the final stretch home this year, I hope the boys realise that time is running out and they need to take every opportunity that comes their way as well as get on top of their work.

NIck MISkIMMIN

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For me, this opportunity was unforgettable, not only did we become friends with whom we were staying, but also a family. Furthermore, New Zealand is a beautiful place which will not be easy to forget. Not only the beautiful landscapes but the people who were very generous and friendly.

GREGoRIo SAlAbERRy

This trip was unique, an experience I will never forget, and the country itself is amazing. We were provided with opportunities and activities that were interesting and fun at the same time. The people in New Zealand were extremely friendly and sociable. In short, a journey that was unique and unforgettable and I was able to enjoy with my friends, I will never forget.

RoDRIGo MANZANo

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Scots College was fortunate enough to have 10 students from Mackay School in Chile come for a 17 day exchange in May.

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OPC is located in the Tongariro national park, an area of rugged and adventurous terrain that truly made us feel as though we had ventured into middle earth.

Sir Edmund Hillary Outdoor Pursuits Centre

OPC was a challenge that lay dormant in the minds of the boys in the lead up, the experience was truly formidable with a vast range of outdoor activities; such as rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, high ropes, flying fox, team building challenges, caving and at some point an overnight adventure without any teachers.

Caving proved challenging with super squeezes and a constant claustrophobic feeling. Once inside the cave the instructor informed us (much to our shock) that we had to find our own way out! It took us three hours of groping through grimy uninspiring caves to make our way out and only then could we truly understand why many caves are yet to be explored deep within New Zealand.

In complete contrast to the tight cramped spaces found within the caves was our next adventure – the high ropes. Swooping, dropping and diving through the air as we climbed and jumped off every obstacle that the high ropes were capable of throwing our way. By far the two most challenging and rewarding moments for me were when I was faced with a 14m telephone pole that I was instructed to climb and then jump off the top in a mad attempt to grab onto a trapeze bar. Unfortunately it was not to be, as I wobbled and barked orders at my “be-layers” while balancing on top of a pole high in the air I focused and leaped a colossal leap, I sailed towards the bar grabbing it only to have it slip from my grasp. However some in my group managed it and notable mention goes to Elih Karl who subsequently went on to perform 10 pull ups!

The over nighter was amazing and full on! Our instructors simply said to my group we want to go from here to the limestone caves, here is a map now go do it. We had a theoretical bank balance of $20 dollars to ask questions with, questions ranged in price up to about $15 for “where on earth am I?” and “where are we supposed to go now?” My group successfully navigated our way the whole day only requiring one small hint for $2 in the final minutes. This task was truly one where the group banded together to get the job done but unfortunately our remaining $18 are useless and apparently not able to be redeemed…

OPC was a truly enriching experience with many challenges along the way. I will never forget the amazing experiences that I had.

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Scots College hosted the third Launching Leaders Conference on Tuesday April 9. Our Year 13 boys were joined by 120 student leaders from 22 Wellington schools for an inspirational day of leadership wisdom from experienced leaders representing a range of fields.

Launching Leaders Conference

The four keynote speakers were Nikki Kaye, Minister of Youth Affairs, Paul Nicholson, Director of Full On, Dan Radclif fe, Director of International Volunteer HQ and Conrad Smith, All Black. All four speakers made reference to a common theme – living your life above the line – taking ownership, being accountable and working hard for what you believe in.

All students also attended four workshops with titles as diverse as ‘Leadership L plates’, ‘Developing leaders through rugby’, ‘Paying it forward in a globalised world’ and ‘How to be CEO by the age of 30 and stay there’. A really positive feature of this conference is the significant number of Scots parents who contribute their expertise as workshop presenters.

This event has become an annual fixture on the Scots calendar. We’re delighted to be able to contribute so positively and constructively to the development of our Year 13 boys as well as a significant number of fine young leaders from throughout the Wellington region.

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Grandparents of Middle and Senior School students were invited to Scots College in a showcase of Scots’ talent and the boys’ pride in their school.

As a Year 13, this was the last chance for my grandparents to come to Scots and see the college that has helped me become the young man I am today.

On the entrance to the hall, where Scots would perform a concert, all grandmothers were given a floral arrangement, a touch which my grandmother loved. The show consisted of many musical groups, performing for the grandparents, demonstrating Scots’ depth of culture.

After the concert, the students took their grandparents on a personalised tour of Scots College. My grandparents loved the tour as they had only been to Scots once before and could see the areas in which I have spent the majority of my last five years.

As the sky clouded over, it was time to lead the grandparents into the gym for a refreshing afternoon tea with delicious snacks. Unfortunately, the day couldn’t go on forever and our grandparents soon had to leave.

When my grandmother was leaving she told me that she was saddened and yet happy too, for she was leaving and yet she knew that she was leaving me in good hands.

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Middle & Senior Grandparents’ Day

MIDDlE & SENIoR GRANDpARENTS’ DAy

coNNoR MAclEoD wITH HIS GRANDpARENTS

On Friday 21 June 2013, the night after the “once in a generation” storm badly hit Wellington, most people were hunkered down at home, but over 120 brave souls ventured out to attend the Scots College Parents’ Association Quiz-Mas in June.

They came to socialise, have a few laughs, enjoy a drink or two with dinner and meet new friends. Some were out to defend their title, and others to claim one. Regardless, it was great to see so many staff, parents and boys. A fun night was had by all.

“Thanks so much to you and the other organisers for a fun night last night. It was a great quiz, well run with a wide range of questions and none too controversial so we all really enjoyed ourselves.” Lisa Millin.

The companies that sponsored the prizes, raf fle and auctions made the night a hit with their amazing generosity. Thanks to: James Cook Grand Chancellor, Mt Ruapehu, La Bella Italia (Petone), Wairakei Resort (Taupo), Kirkcaldie & Stains, Harry’s Boutique (Seatoun), Lush Lashes (Lower Hutt), John Fiso (parent), Logan Brown and Floriditas.

The winning team, “Yellow Snow” of Nick and Briony Bradley, Damian Broadley, Helen Brown, Julie Clarke, Ranil de Silva and James Pederson will be enjoying a night out at Logan Brown.

The runners up (and by far best dressed), “Pranswers and Vixens” Dave Gouge, Paul Gray, Lisa and Damian Millin, Kim and Dion Muollo, Erin Rush, Briar Sheffield-Gray, Nigel Solomon and Midori Willoughby will enjoy a night at the movies.

The evening raised over $8k for the Parents’ Association which will be used to further benefit the boys at Scots College.

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TREASURER, ScpA

SCPA Quiz-Mas in June

pARENTS’ ASSocIATIoN UpDATE (ScpA)

The Ceilidh is an annual fixture for the Scots College Pipe Band, and a highlight of the Scots College calendar. This year, the band was fundraising towards travelling to Scotland in 2014.

The night was a real success and a fun family event. The band “Steamin’” were in fine form, calling many traditional Scottish dances for the enjoyment of attendees. The Pipe Band, Learner Groups and our esteemed tutors also performed, proving that the future is indeed bright for our band.

A number of parents and friends of the band contributed items for raf fles and auctions which were much appreciated. Special mention should also be made of the generous donation made by Tania Rogers of two tickets to the Roxy Charity Ball.

A small group of dedicated parents worked diligently behind the scenes to ensure that this event happened. This group included Karen Stevens, Susann Stanley-Ryan, Deborah Woodham, Dean and Rachel Harding and Richard Latta. Of course the band would not run at all without the continued support of the parents of the bandsmen. Thank you for your continuing support and see you at the 2014 Ceilidh!

Ceilidh 2013

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Jack YanYou can’t beat Wellington.

Vote for the greater days to be.Scots helped instil in me a sense of service and leadership. Our next mayor must have international experience, bridge cultures, and be an advocate for all Wellingtonians. I’ve practised all these at a global level in my career. I’m bringing in that knowledge as I stand for Mayor. Wellington can be a world-class city—with the right leadership. You’ll find more at backjack2013.com, complete with my 10-point plan on fixing our economy.

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Download the Kaywa QR Code Reader (App Store &Android Market) and scan your code!KJack YanMayoral candidate, 2013, and Proxime Accessit at Scots College, 1990

Authorized by C. Johnston, 35–8 Cambridge Terrace, Wellington.

The boys of Scots are fortunate to be able to take advantage of the magnificent Creative and Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) together with the Hodge Sports Centre (HSC). Why not Buy a Piece of virtual jigsaw in either of these two facilities and record your name or your son’s in the College’s history?

When you purchase a piece for $1,500 (or $500 a year for three years) by accessing the College website www.scotscollege.school.nz you can have your name and dedication of your choice appear on your chosen jigsaw piece/s online. This will be replicated on a touch screen in either the HSC or the CPAC, as appropriate. The funds raised from the sale of the jigsaw pieces will go towards the fitting out of these two new buildings.

For more details please contact Ann Walker at the College – Phone (04) 803 0590 or email walkera@scotscollege.school.nz. Thank you to all those members of the Scots community who have purchased a jigsaw puzzle piece.

Be a part of our future bUy A pIEcE oF jIGSAw pUZZlE

Another very successful ‘Friends’ function was held on 17 June at the College, this time for parents of Leavers 2005 – 2011, together with some of their Old Boy sons.

Parents caught up with each other, and updated themselves on what is happening out at the College as well as taking the opportunity to look through the new facilities.

One of the highlights of the evening was a performance by tenor Tom Atkins (Leaver 2008) who held guests spellbound by his beautiful voice; Tom is shortly taking up a study scholarship in the UK and we wish him every success.

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MUSEUM ART HoTEl

Artist In Residence Programme

Thank you to The Museum Art Hotel, our naming rights sponsor for the College’s Artist in Residence Programme (ARP).

Our inaugural Artist in Residence, is one of New Zealand’s leading painters, Wellington based artist, Séraphine Pick, who will commence in September for four weeks.

The ARP has become a truly collaborative effort for which the College is very grateful. Chris Parker owner of the Museum Art Hotel has extended his amazing generosity towards the city of Wellington generally, to exclusive sponsorship of this programme for Scots.

We also recognise Scots parent Aloysius Teh for his ongoing role in identifying ARP artists who will best benefit the boys of the College. Mr Teh has also arranged for each artist to be hosted by both Weta Workshop and Te Papa after they complete their residency.

At the conclusion of her residency, Séraphine Pick will give a floor talk followed by an auction of two of her works at the Museum Art Hotel, Cable Street, City. (Final details regarding this will be announced to the Scots community at a later date).

STUDENT DANIEl lU yEAR 9 IN ART clASS

Steven Adams 2008 – 2011

Congratulations to Old Boy Steven Adams who has become the first New Zealand basketball player to be picked in the first round of the NBA draft. Steven, who stands at 2.13m (7ft) was selected by the Oklahoma City Thunder with the 12th pick of the draft on 28 June.

Steven is only the second New Zealand player to be selected in the NBA draft and the first to go in its first round of 30 picks.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are championship contenders, and Steven will be playing alongside superstars Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.

Congratulations Steven Adams!

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STEvEN ADAMS, oklAHoMA cITy THUNDER

WELCOME TO SCOTS

Some new faces

jo SMITH

Position: School NurseBirthplace: EnglandSecondary School: St Felix SchoolFavourite Movie: James Bond moviesHidden Talent: Loves baking and big dog lover.

pAUl RUTHERFoRD

Position: Teacher of Chemistry & ScienceBirthplace: WaiukuSecondary School: Avondale CollegeFavourite Movie: O Brother Where Art ThouHidden Talent: Making Rendang – must be Padang style or it’s not the real thing! Bestmade with beef if water buffalo is unavailable.

pHIllIppA bRoSNAHAN

Position: 6JW’s homeroom teacher for Term 2 Birthplace: Motueka Cottage HospitalSecondary School: Wellington Girls CollegeFavourite Movie: Batman movies & anything starring Johnny DeppHidden Talent: Been known to serve a glass of tomato sauce instead of tomato juice!!! OOPS!

SHEllEy kNoX

Position: Library AssistantBirthplace: New Westminster, BC, CanadaSecondary School: Port Moody Senior Secondary, Port Moody, BC, CanadaFavourite Movie: It’s a Wonderful Life.

Open Days

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A new Executive Committee was elected at the recent SCOBA AGM and is enthusiastically taking up the challenge “to keep all the Old Boys in touch with one another and in touch with the life of the college”.

UpcoMING EvENTS

College vs Old Boys debate – 1.00pm Wed 21st August at Scots SCOBA Cocktail Function – date to be advised

See the SCOBA website for details of these and other events.

“FIll IN THE GApS” cAMpAIGN

A major focus for SCOBA is the upcoming Centenary in 2016.

There are many events and activities being planned to celebrate what our old school has been and (perhaps more importantly) what it has become. The Centenary will be as much about celebrating the future as it is a reflection on the past.

We need your help to track down every Old Boy we can to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to know what is going to happen and to be part of the celebrations.

At present we have current contact details for only a relatively small proportion of all Old Boys. Our challenge is to get as much information about as many Old Boys as we can to make sure everyone is in the loop for the Centenary.

Please help us by checking we have your current details and letting us know details for other Old Boys.

• Visit the SCOBA website: www.scotscollege.school.nz/scoba• Join the Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/scoba.net • Join the LinkedIn Group: Scots College Old Boys Association

(NZ) Network• Or simply email your details to: chairman@scoba.net.nz

Please help spread the word!

NEw ScobA coMMITTEE

President: Francis Wevers (’65) Chairman: James Gould (‘89) Deputy Chairman: Tony Horvath (’84) Secretary: George Fairbairn (’57) Treasurer: Denis Wood (’65) Executive: Richard Findlay (’82), Andy Hall (’84), Quentin Lowcay (’86), Fraser Press (’00), Stuart Raphael (’47), Jack Yan (’90)

The Scots College Foundation was established as a Charitable Trust in 1983 following a period of significant financial hardship for the College.

What is the Scots College Foundation?

THE ScoTS collEGE FoUNDATIoN

This annual dinner is a great opportunity for current parents, Old Boys, Friends and supporters of the College, together with those new to the Scots community – to catch up, socialise and network – enjoy a great meal and a glass of wine.

We have been overwhelmed with the support you have all shown, and this function has now sold out. We do look forward to catching up with you all again in 2014.

ANNUAL SCOTS COLLEGE FOUNDATION DINNER With Guest of Honour Prime Minister Rt Hon John Key

WEDNESDAY 28 AUGUST

ANNUAL SCOTS COLLEGE FOUNDATION DINNER With Guest of Honour Prime Minister Rt Hon John Key

WEDNESDAY 28 AUGUST

The Foundation is governed by its own Board of Trustees, who generously volunteer their time and expertise to oversee the long-term financial planning and management of the College. In short, its purpose is to ensure Scots is able to maintain its independence, through careful financial management, the introduction of new income streams and proactive fundraising for future development and growth.

The next big project:

THE FoUNDATIoN ScHolARSHIp FUND In 2014, the Foundation will of ficially launch and begin fundraising for its new Foundation Scholarship Fund. The Fund will be managed by the Foundation in perpetuity. All donations will be used exclusively for the College’s scholarship programme, ensuring worthy young men who would otherwise be unable to attend the College can be granted the opportunity to reap the benefits of a Scots education.

A Message From SCOBA

ScobA UpDATE

ScoTS collEGE olD boyS (ScobA)

Old Boy Profiles

William Bishop came to Scots in his college years and quickly found his first love – fencing and in particular epee.

William first represented NZ while in Year 10, as a member of the NZ Junior (U20) Men’s epee team at the Oceania Juniors.

William Bishop (2004 – 2008)

In 2009, prior to starting his first year at Victoria University, William represented NZ at the Junior Commonwealth Fencing Championships, bringing home a bronze medal in the Individual Men’s Epee. In 2010, he earned a place in the New Zealand Senior Commonwealth Fencing team and competed in Melbourne in both individual and team events.

William completed his degree in 2012. This gave him time to continue fencing internationally and represent NZ at the Olympic qualifying event in Japan. He will compete at the Senior World Championships in Budapest and Asian U23s later this year.

As a Scots leaver in 2006, Business School was far from my mind. I headed for the University of Otago to study a double degree in Physics and Contemporary Music.

After completing my degrees I decided to gain some work experience; relocating to Auckland for several years to

work at Marshall Day Acoustics. Concurrently, through fellow Otago Physics alumni, I became involved as Campaign Manager for Generation Zero, a Youth sustainability movement. This experience coupled with influential trips to developing countries abroad fueled a fascination with global issues.

In August I will begin a MBA at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management. The MBA appeals to me not only for its traditional business school strengths in leadership and strategy, but also its reputation as a leader in innovation and sustainability.

Michael Carter (1993 – 2006)

David Butler (1974 – 1981)

David and his family spent nine months in New Zealand prior to his February relocation back to the UK this year, where he is employed by ATOS. Before departing New Zealand, David visited Scots, with his three daughters, Rachel and twins Sophie and Victoria and was

very impressed with the amazing facilities, especially the Creative & Performing Arts Centre and the Hodge Sports Centre.

He recalled enjoying the 1981 1st XV tour of Australia, together with Brent Greig (Captain) and Richard Manthel; the Team Manager was Peter Fitzsimmons, Head Teacher of the Scots Primary School 1977 – 1981. David also remembered John Beardsell as being an especially good and hardworking teacher during his time at Scots.

David attended the 2011 London based Old Boys’ drinks function in London.

David Gawith (2002 – 2006)

At the end of 2012, I, along with four other young New Zealanders, attended the UN climate change conference in Doha, Qatar. We went as part of the New Zealand Youth Delegation, lobbying for youth interests.

While at the conference we held a strong media presence.

We also played a prominent role in enabling global youth involvement, developing a partnership and communication scheme called ‘Connected Voices’ which provides a platform for unrepresented young people to articulate their concerns and interests in the UNFCCC process. By 2015 we hope the project will extend an effective conduit to the 1.5 billion young people who lack direct representation at the negotiations.

The experience itself was deeply fascinating. I intend to remain involved with the process and aim to attend the next conference in Warsaw to coordinate the Connected Voices project.

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My wife Heather and I were privileged to be conducted around the College recently, much of which is new but there is certainly enough of the old to evoke memories of my time at Scots. As a boarder with memories of the dormitories, dining room, kitchen, locker rooms and the laundry area behind Gibb House, the present

day facilities are indeed hugely altered from then.

A brief list of thoughts of Scots are the dorms with multiple numbers of beds, the prefab building where Saturday night movies were screened, the old gymnasium, the almost mass absconding to the airport in 1964 to witness the arrival of the Beatles and Kay Wadham conducting his classes from his usual seat on the windowsill.

After leaving Scots I attended Victoria University and trained as a primary school teacher, I taught until 1985 when we purchased a sheep and beef farm near Gore. I have an interest in history and have written six books on local history topics.

Doug Wing (1962 – 1966)

Chris Garmonsway (1977 – 1981)

Welcomeback…

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We always enjoy having Old Boys visit us at the College and these days an increased number of them are coming back …

John Dunderdale (1947 – 1949) andRichard Robertson (1952 – 1955) Visited in May and as former boarders, they were particularly interested in looking through the photos in the Aitken Building corridor, especially as Richard was a drummer in the Pipe Band.

They are looking to return later in the year for a more extensive tour of the College and are looking forward to joining in the Centenary celebrations.

I arrived at Scots on day one 1977 without knowing a soul and I have vivid memories from that time as a young 3rd Former. One that comes to mind is the sight of one of the teacher’s cars (a Mini) being carried down the driveway and hidden in the

chapel under a mountain of bench seating by some members of the then 7th Form. We were sworn to secrecy, naturally.

I loved my time at Scots and the very happiest times for me came through my involvement in school productions, the College Choir, the school orchestral group and the school shooting and tennis teams. All these activities created a very real sense of pride in the school as well as a sense of unity.

After leaving Scots I went to Victoria University and completed a Bachelor of Arts

degree. I also gained a Diploma of Teaching from Wellington College of Education.

After a number of years teaching here and abroad, I joined at its inception a small NZ owned and operated ethical company that is totally committed to Fair Trade as a Sales and Marketing Manager. It is great fun being involved in the growth of a new company and so very rewarding to see and to be a part of the benefits that Fair Trade brings to our producers.

Recently I visited Scots to make a donation from the company I

work for in support of the boys’ Oxfam Coffee Break fundraiser. I was very kindly shown around the school by the School Development Officer and was tremendously impressed by the changes and growth that have taken place at the school. The atmosphere at Scots is positive and confident and it was wonderful to be a part of that atmosphere once again.

Hendrik Whitaker is Remembered

FRoM THE ARcHIvES

‘A GooDly HERITAGE, pRoUD TRADITIoNS, cHERISHED MEMoRIES’

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Valuable pieces of the wonderful jigsaw that makes up the history of Scots College continue to surprise and delight me when relatives of Old Boys take the time to send in stories. Recently Nanette Levett, daughter of Hendrik Whitaker (1917-1919, possibly 1916-1919), did just that along with some photographs and his precious SCOB blazer…

Hendrik’s father died when he was just seven years old. His mother supported herself and her son by taking housekeeping posts where she and Hendrik could be together. But often the man of the house became enamoured by such an attractive young woman and this forced mother and son to move on. As a result, Hendrik had the misfortune of attending thirteen primary schools in his early years. His mother realised that her son’s education was suffering and so enrolled him as a boarder at Scots College in Hobson Street during the

Headmastership of Mr Uttley. Hendrik was a somewhat solitary lad due to his disruptive childhood and the fact that his mother was Danish and seen as dif ferent. His close friend was Eric Pederson who also had a Scandinavian background.

On Sundays, the boys at Scots attended St John’s Church on The Terrace where Dr James Gibb, co-founder and Chairman of the Board of Scots, conducted the service. The boys would pass the much closer Presbyterian St Andrew’s Church en route to St John’s. One day, after the long walk there plus a busy day of rugby football the day before, Hendrik fell asleep during the service. Dr Gibb stopped his sermon and called out that he would not continue until “the Scots boy in the third row wakes up!” Boys on either side of Hendrik dug him in the ribs. Needless to say, he woke up but worried that he would be in trouble when he returned to school. However nothing happened. Classmate Len Plimmer was once growled at during a service “to stop watching the clock”. It was later reported that Dr Gibb was asked to shorten his sermons and make them more interesting!

Another time Hendrik had to appear before Mr Uttley for making a model of a volcano in the Hobson Street grounds. It must have been a success, however, as he did not face the

cane because he had purchased the ingredients himself from town and not removed them from the school laboratory as was first thought. HENDRIk wHITAkER’S Scob blAZER

bREAkER bAy 1919-1920. HENDRIk, lEFT, oN HIS boAT, wITH HIS DANISH coUSINS DowN FRoM THE kING

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ScobA NATIoNAl AND INTERNATIoNAl bRANcH

coNTAcTS

HAwkE’S bAy bRANcH

Brent Greig (1972-1981) brent.greig@fnzc.co.nz

MANAwATU bRANcH

Mark Wadham (1949-1960) mrw@wadham.co.nz

AUcklAND bRANcH

Tony Lau (1972-1978) tonyl@matalex.co.nz

AUSTRAlIA bRANcH

Nic Van Hattum (1996-2002) nic.vanhattum@ingrammicro.com.au

loNDoN bRANcH

Jason Varuhas (1995-1999)jasonvaruhas@gmail.com

ScoTS collEGE olD boyS’ obITUARIES

22 NovEMbER 2011

Clifford Foster Percy 1952 – 1955

10 ApRIl 2013

Owen Ashworth Raleigh 1945 – 1952

11 jUNE 2013

Peter Frood 1933 – 1944

The Scots College community offers family and friends our deepest sympathy.

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The move from Hobson Street to Strathmore took place while Hendrik was a pupil. He recalled the school being bitterly cold. On a visit to Scots with his grandson’s parents half a century later, his eyes lit up when he caught sight of the biggest bath in the boarders’ communal bathroom and exclaimed that he had often bathed in that accompanied by two or three other boys.

He was grateful for the education he received at Scots and how good the Headmaster, Mr Uttley, and the staf f were to the boys, especially those left at the boarding house during the shorter holidays with nowhere to go. The staff included them in their own family outings, something the young boarders long remembered and appreciated.

At the end of 1919, Hendrik left Scots and later qualified as a mechanical engineer. His work took him to many places within New Zealand.

Hendrik referred to his first job as ‘working on the Main Trunk Deviation’. He then joined a Stratford firm which repaired essential parts used in dairy factories. This period was during the height of the Depression. He was always proud of the fact that he was only out of work for half a day. The firm which employed him was forced to close one morning and by afternoon, he was employed by another.

During the war years, he was in charge of the King Country Public Works Department area responsible for the maintenance of machinery. After the war, along with three other

contractors, he became a part-owner of a West Coast opencast coal mine. Later he returned to Wellington and spent years refurbishing old houses.

Hendrik was a fine clarinet player – he played in several orchestras and in the First Wellington Regimental Army Band. As a member, he attended each Anzac Day Parade at the War Memorial; he played at the Opening of Parliament and other special occasions such as for visiting royalty.

In the closing years of his life, his Wellington property was taken for the motorway. Hendrik then lived with his daughter Nanette and her family in Karori where he took up bee-keeping as a hobby until his death in 1981.

His association with Scots College lives on. His grandson, Mark Levett, attended (1977-1981) and now two great-grandsons, Henry Levett (2010- ) and Albert Snep (2011- ) are present pupils.

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