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RESPECT
Mr Rogers speech at assembly
An incredible and wonderful athletics day on Friday, thank you everyone you all need a big pat on the back.
Our weekly value is respect. I have spoken about respect several times, but what is respect? Why is it that we show respect to someone but not others?
Most people find it hard to define respect, but let’s try …..
Respect is about accepting somebody for who they are, even when they are different.
Respect is being positive toward someone else.
We hold others in high esteem (we respect them) our grandparents are good examples of this.
Respect is showing care, concern or consideration for others needs or feelings
Simply being quiet when someone is on the phone, shows respect
Walking on the path and in cutting across the garden, show respect
Saying good morning, please and thank you are basic manners but also show respect
Respect is about making good decisions
People we respect have good qualities that we like and relate to, they
- Listen (I know it sounds easy, but listening–truly listening–can be one of the hardest skills to master)
- They encourage and Congratulate us
- They are Helpful
- And the say nice things
Doing and using these small but important words can be beneficial to you in countless ways. Even if others around you do not use these terms, I assure you that almost everyone around you – adults and peers alike – will notice and admire you for your use of these simple acts and words.
My Friend, Chris
My friend, Chris, is a super nice guy. He is always positive, always interested in what I have to say and greets everyone with a big smile on his face. Chris has an upbeat spirit that you can feel when you were with him. Every time I am around Chris, I just feel better.
I have a lot of respect for Chris, he is a very good friend.
Whether you realize it or not, everyone – your parents, other relatives, teachers, neighbours, and, yes, even your own friends, will value your respectful behaviour.
It is simply a fact that people would much rather interact with those who are nice than those who are not.
Now, let’s do a simple respect test.
Each of these can be answered by a simple yes or no…be honest with yourself. Say it to yourself
- Do you smile at friends and family members when you meet them?
- Do you exercise, eat well, get plenty of sleep, this is self-respect?
- Do you look people in the eye when you are talking with them?
- Do you let your parents know that you appreciate them and all that they do for you?
- Do you offer to help with chores around the house or at school instead of waiting to be asked?
- Do you try your hardest to get better, especially in your learning? Again this is self-respect.
- Do you consistently say “please” and “thank you” to those around you?
- When leaving, an area or a phone call for example, do you say terms like ‘Have a nice day’?
- Do you hold the door open for others?
- Do you have a firm but welcoming handshake that you readily share when meeting someone new for the first time?
Did you say Yes to all 10?
Respect builds trust, confidence, honesty, wellbeing and self-esteem, not just in others, but more importantly in ourselves.
Thank you
Have a wonderful day.
Dear Parents & Community,
As we have seen in our schools, businesses and homes, technology has delivered many benefits in the way we learn, conduct business and interact.
In the context of our schools, OneSchool Global is faced with the same challenge that any school is currently faced with – the fine line that strikes the balance between technology being a help or a hindrance in learning.
Across the globe, from the Government-level through to individual school campuses including many of the world’s best schools, the need for students to have personal connected devices such as phones, tablets, smartwatches/fitness trackers is being reconsidered.
In France, connected devices have been banned during teaching hours within schools since 2010. In 2018, this ban was increased to cover non-teaching hours. The French Education Minister Jean-Michel Blanquer was quoted saying the law was designed to “protect children and adolescents”.
A simple internet search will highlight multiple other examples of such bans – prominent schools in Sydney such as Newington College and Tara Anglican School for Girls are among these, as would be many examples in each region.
At OneSchool, like many other schools, we have considered our position on this within the context of the health and education impact on our students, and also within the context of the protection of our young people in the upholding of our community values and principles.
OneSchool will now follow the many examples highlighted above and personal connected devices such as mobile phones, tablets and smart-watches/fitness-trackers will now be banned from campuses and from transport to and from campus.
We will continue to use technology to supplement and drive student learning outcomes, and with the personal computers owned and supplied by the school and the on-campus technology we provide to students, it is felt we have all we need to support student learning, without the need for these other technologies at this point in time.
Parents are asked to take notice of this advice, speak to your children and ensure that such student devices are left at home each day.
We thank you for your ongoing support as we seek to ensure we deliver high quality learning outcomes for our students and ensure their ongoing protection.
Kind Regards,
OneSchool Global Leadership Team
Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Athletics on Friday 15th March.
The Senior results are below.
Congratulations and good luck to the students who will go on and compete in the Regional Athletics on Wednesday 3rd April 2019.
Regional Athletics will be held at Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub, Halswell, Christchurch on Wednesday 3rd April 2019.
Your local Campus/CA's will be in contact with Year 7-13 parents regarding transport arrangements.
We are needing more volunteers in order to make the event a successful one. If you are willing and able to help, can you please fill out the smartsheet below by 5pm today (Friday 22nd).
https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/4a04a767893c4e22ac3f917dd15e3457
We are delighted to announce the imminent arrival of Mrs Karen Song to the role of Learning Leader at our West Coast Campus.
Mrs Song, who is originally from the USA, has extensive experience in both Primary and Secondary settings, and is currently employed as a Curriculum Specialist and Acting Principal at the CIAPP International School, in Cambodia. She is an experienced educational leader who is currently completing her Doctorate in Education.
Mrs Song is a passionate educational leader who sets high standards and is focussed on providing the best for every student, including fostering high academic achievements, ensuring teachers are the best they can be, and catering for the needs of all learners. She is a strong believer in the Positive Culture model and in Self Directed Learning, both of which are key elements of the Westmount philosophy.
She and her husband have 2 children, and will be moving to Greymouth from their current home in Cambodia and expects to join our campus from the 1st April. In the meantime, Mrs Pip Hateley will continue to provide leadership on the West Coast.
We are confident that students, parents and staff will all appreciate Mrs Song’s calm demeanour, her wide knowledge of education and her sense of humour. We are confident that she will continue the great work done by Mr Sat Maharaj and the staff on the West Coast.
Mrs Song is going to live in Greymouth and is set to join our campus on 1st April. In the meantime we would like to make a special thank you to Mrs Hateley, who has skilfully filled out the role of Interim Learning Leader from the beginning of Term 1.
On behalf of the West Coast CA Team.
SCIENCE EXPERIMENT
The Year 3-6 students in Marlborough learnt how to change milk into ice cream. They did this by mixing milk and sugar together and sealing it in a small ziplock bag. Then they mixed some salt and ice together in a larger plastic bag and popped the milk mixture inside. Very gently they shock the bag and watched the milk turn into ice cream because the salt lowered the temperature at which water freezes.
MARLBOROUGH'S BIRD
A rescued baby thrush provided an ideal opportunity for creative writing and a way to show the value of compassion. During morning tea and lunch breaks students took responsibility for look after the bird and finding food for it, such as worms. The bird was clearly delighted with their efforts and posed for photos.
SPANISH
In Marlborough this week we have been learning about clothing in Spanish. The students had a great time learning the names for different items of clothing, and following instructions about putting them on, for example “Ponte tu bufanda” – “Put on your scarf”. The practical nature of this activity was a great way to reinforce new vocabulary.
The USC CA team want to thank all those who shop, support, help and volunteer at Campus Trading for their outstanding efforts. Keep up the great work!! Remember every dollar you spend at Campus Trading helps fund our students.
