Dear Father in heaven, we thank you for this day and for the protection you have given us. Grant that we may find our joy in your grace and in your love. Help us to become truer followers of Jesus, who came in your love. Be merciful to us and help all those who belong to you. You know them all and the thoughts of their hearts. You know their struggle on earth and the temptations that surround them. Help each one, also those who are still far away from you. Give them hearts open to your Word and to all you have promised. We entrust ourselves to your care. Help us and bless us. May your will be done in all things, also in the midst of all the sin and misery in the world. May your will be done on earth as in heaven, and may your kingdom come. Amen.

General

• The library will be closed at morning tea today (Thursday) for a library function. We apologise for the inconvenience. 

• The online Second Hand Uniform Shop will be open during week 1 and week 2 of next term.  Access via mykindo. Donations of good quality, current second-hand uniforms can be dropped into the school office.

• Students taking part in the Sacramental Program meet on Thursdays in FC2 from 12.50pm to 1.20pm.

• The Student Volunteer Army meets on Thursdays in FC3 from 12.50pm to 1.20pm. 
  
  
• Don't forget your holiday reading! You are welcome to borrow books for the holidays. These will be due back in early May, Term 2. Please return any library books you have finished reading. If you haven't finished reading library books that you borrowed, you can bring these back to renew them.
  
  
• Multiple lost AT Hop Cards at student services. Bring proof of Hop Card number to reclaim.
  
  

• All students who didn’t receive their SVA badge last year please email [email protected] and Young Vinnies badge please email [email protected]

• Vietnam Trip information evening has been confirmed for 6pm on 11 April in the Pavillion. Come along for an information evening, no obligation to join the trip afterwards. Someone from World Challenge will be coming in to speak about the trip in detail so come find out more! Have a look at the website or see Mr Kim for further details.
  
  

Rosmini Sport  

• Term 2 is the start of the 2024 Rugby Season. If you are expecting to be playing in any of the below Rosmini Rugby Teams you are required to supply your own Rosmini Rugby Shorts and Socks. Playing shirts will be supplied for each game.
  Rosmini U85kg
  Rosmini U16
  Rosmini U15
  Rosmini U14
  If you do not already have a pair of shorts and socks they can be purchased from the School Supplier: www.dynastysport.co.nz/collections/rosmini-college
  
  

• Football Registrations are still open If you want to attend trials and play football this season please complete the registration link: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/287143

• Run Club! Tuesday and Thursday mornings. 7am start for a sunrise run. Paces for beginners or experienced runners! Meet outside the auditorium in the morning. See Mr Domeracki. Email [email protected]
  Install TeamReach and enter code: ROSMINI7AMRUNCLUB
  
  
• Expressions of interest for Senior Adventure Racing Teams of 4 with exceptional fitness and navigation skills. Possibly the hardest team challenge in the country. Message Mr Domeracki. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J6keD9rSeTI
  
  

Junior Years 9 & 10      

• One seat on the USA trip in July has become vacant. We would like to fill this 22nd place on the trip as soon as possible. Any student (Y10-13) interested in participating on the trip should see Mr. Smith or Mr Wood as soon as possible please.
  
  
• Science Fair Any Year 9, Year 11 or Year 12 students who would like to participate in a Science Fair project please see Mrs Jeong.
  
  
• Vietnam Trip information evening has been confirmed for 6pm on 11 April in the Pavillion. Come along for an information evening, no obligation to join the trip afterwards. Someone from World Challenge will be coming in to speak about the trip in detail so come find out more! Have a look at the website or see Mr Kim for further details.
  
  
• Kia ora! MINDNZ (Mathematical Inclusion and Diversity in New Zealand) offers maths lectures, workshops, competitions, and small-group tutorials weekly for Year 9 to 13 students who are interested in advancing their mathematical skills. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about maths and meet like-minded people in an empowering and engaging environment. Participation is free. Express your interest through https://forms.gle/vJx8LoMLRBgnyWzH8. For more information about the programme visit https://mindnzorg.wixsite.com/mindnz.
  
  

• Students in Y8-10 who are interested in participating in the Kiwi Science Competition 2024 please see Mrs Jeong (or a Science teacher) for an entry form. Return the form by 17 May Friday.

Intermediate Years 7 & 8    

• Year 8 Camp 3 Cabin Groups for ESJ group 3, ARG & ENW. Meet in the Old Gym at interval on Thursday.
  
  
• AIMS 7s Rugby - Expression of Interest (Years 7 and 8 only) If you are interested in training and trialling for AIMs 7s Rugby please complete the below link by the end of the school holidays. Please ensure you consider all the information within the form prior to completing: https://www.sporty.co.nz/viewform/289326
  
  
• Year 8-10 students who are interested in participating in the Kiwi Science Competition 2024 please see Mrs Jeong (or Science teacher) for an entry form. 

  
  

Lost Property       

• Students, please take responsibility for your uniform and personal items. Name it  -  Look after it  -  Collect it!  Lost property is to be collected from Student Services. The onus is on you, the student, to collect your items from Lost Property during your break. 

Parents      

• Woodwork for Humans is a programme where students will learn to utilize traditional woodworking tools to create a variety of projects. It is being run after school by Mr. Kim and Mr. Mainwaring at Rosmini College. Next term students will learn a variety of skills that they will be able to use for the rest of their lives. If you are interested then please use the below link to sign up, it's open to all year levels and will be running all term. https://www.nzhobbymetals.com/rosmini-woodwork-for-humans
  
  
• Kia ora! MINDNZ (Mathematical Inclusion and Diversity in New Zealand) offers maths lectures, workshops, competitions, and small-group tutorials weekly for Year 9 to 13 students who are interested in advancing their mathematical skills. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about maths and meet like-minded people in an empowering and engaging environment. Participation is free. Express your interest through https://forms.gle/vJx8LoMLRBgnyWzH8. For more information about the programme visit https://mindnzorg.wixsite.com/mindnz.
  
  
• Vietnam Trip information evening has been confirmed for 6pm on 11 April in the Pavillion. Come along for an information evening, no obligation to join the trip afterwards. Someone from World Challenge will be coming in to speak about the trip in detail so come find out more! Have a look at the website or see Mr Kim for further details.
  
  
• A Defensive Driving Course is being held in early May in Birkenhead. This takes 6 months off your licence length. For more information email [email protected] or contact Mr Latch in Careers.  
  
  
• Embark on an exciting journey at our Holiday Tech Camp taking place during School Holiday Week 1, from April 15th to 19th, at Rosmini College. Designed for students in Year 7 to Year 10, this camp offers an immersive experience blending technology, creativity, and enjoyment. Participants will delve into cutting-edge tech trends, enhance their coding and programming proficiency, unleash their creativity through interactive projects, collaborate with like-minded peers, and have the opportunity to showcase their achievements. Join us for an enriching and fulfilling experience!
  
  
• Rosmini’s Guidance Counsellor Mr Chris Caruana invites parents and students to contact him with any issues and concerns. He’s here to help! Please email him at [email protected] to make an appointment.
  
  
• Rosmini College is looking for local homestay families for international high school students. Our homestays provide students guidance, their own room, all meals and snacks, and integrate them into their homes for a year. Homestays are rewarded with a fun and enriching experience of learning about a new culture and forming lasting global friendships.  In 2024, our homestays are remunerated $360pw for every student in their care ($385 for individuals under 15 years old). Please email [email protected]
  
  

• Parents: If your son is / or going to be absent, late, or going to an appointment during the day please email [email protected] or login to the parent portal on the school website to report the absence.

Housekeeping       

• Back up data! If you are saving any work in your student folder please ensure that you are taking responsibility for your work by backing it up. Work can be backed up using a USB, to the cloud, external hard drive and so on. Saving it on school accounts / folders is not enough. 

• Reminders for students: A) You must attend in uniform and please ensure you are neat and tidy. You are representing the college when in public. B) Please do not go through St Joseph’s School. C) Rules around student cars in school still apply. Please do not bring your car into school and please do not park in school, St Joseph’s school carpark, St Joseph’s Parish, Lake House Arts nor the Church of Latter Day Saints Car Park.
  
  
• Carpark, E Block carpark and front of the school is out of bounds before and after school and during breaks.
   

• Please DO NOT TOUCH or MOVE any of the pest traps at school.