ANZAC ASSEMBLY

On Thursday 23^rd April, the student council held an assembly in recognition of the centenary of the ANZAC’s arrival at Gallipoli, during WW1. The assembly was commenced by Kody and Jason who read the “Ode of Remembrance”. Makaiyah gave the school some devastating statistics about the ANZACs and this put into perspective for the school, how severe the fatalities were, especially when compared to what NZ anticipated. The roll of honour of ANZACs who attended our school was then read by Kody and Johnny. Jessica Taunt followed, explaining to the school the importance of wearing poppies and the significance of them, encouraging the students to wear poppies. Those involved performed a role play as a beautiful poem was read out which portrayed the importance of poppies and the significance of the ANZAC's involvement in the war as well as the effect of war on people today.

The student council members prior to leaving the hall.

I was very pleased with the respectful way in which the students listened during our assembly. There were many positive comments regarding the field of remembrance which was set up at the entrance of the school, by the flagpole. I am honoured to have had the privilege of presenting this to the school and it was a significant experience for those involved.

Sarah Kowalewski, Student Council Chairperson

CELEBRATING THE ARTS

The Arts Extravaganza at the end of term one was a great success. It was wonderful to see our music and drama students performing to such a high standard. Brittany Barker and Jack Rossiter gave solo performances on the piano and drums and we were also treated to vocal performances by Brooklyn Kahui-Wall, Samme-Sara Harrop-Marriner and Jessica Nicholas. The year 10 and 11 drama classes brought the magic of theatre alive for us with their performances of Sue Murray’s ‘Snapshots’ and a student-devised drama, ‘Memories of the Holocaust.’ Jason Manuel-Isaacs was our fabulous M.C. for the evening. Thank you to all the parents who attended this event. Photos are able to be viewed in the newsletter.

Rebecca Leafberg, TIC Drama (term1)

TSSSA DRESSAGE

Stratford High School took three teams to TSSSA Dressage in Waitara last week. Kimberley Barker gained a 4th placing riding Darcy in class one and an overall 4th placing riding Chase in class two after gaining tenth place is both of the tests. Tracy Byrnes gained a 9th and 10th placing riding in class one. Ceil Butler gained a third placing riding Pukerata in class one. Deanna Vernon, Andrea Bailey, Caitlin Gwerder, and Brittany Barker also rode well on their mounts.

Andrea Bailey

Kimberley Barker

AMAZING EASTER EGG RACE

The student council ran an Amazing Easter egg race during the last week of term. This event was organised by William Wakefield and Chelsea Renata. Students had to complete challenges around the school. Over 150 participants all received a prize with the main winners being; Zhane O'Conner, Kody Simpson, Jackson Cox, Morgan McSweeney, Brittany Meier-Waite, Quinlin Bosson-Thompson. Thanks to William and Chelsea, we hope that this event will be held again in the future.

Wendy Walker, Assistant Principal

William and Chelsea the organisers giving out prizes.

winners of the amazing easter egg race