ARGYLE HOUSE
Hamilton Boys' High School -Term 3, Edition 3, Sept. 2019
Spring Has Arrived!
Parents' Function, Winter Tournament Week, Reporting & Term 3 Events Remaining
Parents' Function
This inaugural evening is scheduled for 6.00pm, Friday 13th September, at 'The Roaming Giant'. This is an excellent initiative by our two hostel parent representatives, Mr Alistair Reeves and Mrs Shay-Lee Wylie, as an opportunity for hostel parents to meet with one another in an informal setting. See below for further details.
Senior Exams, Results and Reporting
Our senior students received their examination results last week after 7 school days of exams. The Hostel Masters were pleased with the attitude the boys brought to the supervised study sessions in the prep room each morning, and those at the Grove acquitted themselves well during this period.
Senior Subject Reports are currently being prepared by all subject teachers. They will be available for Parents/Caregivers to access from mid-September, on the Hamilton Boys' High School portal.
Winter Tournament Week
Some of our Argyle boys are involved in the 18 Hamilton Boys' High School teams competing around the region and country during Winter Tournament Week, from Saturday 31st August - Sunday 8th September. For many of these boys, this will be the final act of their winter sports season. We wish them well and look forward to hearing back on their success once they return.
Co-curricular engagement
Today is the first day of Spring! The boys certainly enjoy getting outside and organising their own activities after school, with modified games of Touch, American Football and Rugby proving to be the most popular.
With the winter sports season almost over, it is important that your son continues to be engaged in an organised sporting, cultural or club activity 1-2 times a week after school. The boys can turn to the back of their Student Diary to select from the many activities on offer at Hamilton Boys' High School.
The boys and staff are looking forward to the remaining four weeks of Term 3 with many exciting events still to take place. The conclusion of the Hamilton Boys' High School House competition will be hotly contested, with Argyle placed second equal overall after 12 events. The William MacErlich Trophy played between the Hostel and Day Boys' Rugby 1st XV teams is scheduled for Tuesday 17th September and 'Argyle's Got Talent' is scheduled for the final Wednesday of the term.
Feel free to get in touch with me at any time about hostel matters.
Kind regards
Murray McKenzie
Head of Boarding
021 516 477
Parents Function, Friday 13th September, 6.00 - 8.00pm, 'The Roaming Giant' - a message from Shay-Lee Wylie
Dear Argyle Parents/Caregivers
Your Argyle Parent Representatives, Alistair Reeves and myself, along with Murray McKenzie and Argyle management, would like to invite you all along to a “meet and greet” with other Argyle parents, on Friday 13 September upstairs at the Roaming Giant (across from the Claudelands Event Centre, Hamilton East) from 6-8pm.
This is a great opportunity to meet each other and in some cases, put faces to names that you may have heard about, ask any questions you may have about hostel life, in a relaxed social setting while enjoying a little something to eat. It also goes without saying that liquid refreshments will be available so please bring along your cash.
Could you please let Katrina McLaughlin know by Thursday 5th September if you are attending. Please email her at kmclaughlin@hbhs.school.nz or phone 07-8530437.
Hope to see you there.
Regards
Shay-Lee Wylie
Hostel Parent Representative
Welcome to New Boarder, Te-Reimana Gray (Year 9), Gisborne
Staff Profile: Mr Jeremy Quigley (Hostel Master & Dean of Boarding)
Born in Auckland and grew up on a Dairy farm in Waiau Pa by Karaka. Completed my secondary schooling at Rosehill College, Papakura. Moved down to Dunedin to do my Physical Education degree and teaching diploma at Otago University. I then moved to Hamilton in 1997 for my first teaching job at Fairfield College. After a few years of teaching at Fairfield College, I later became the Head of the Physical Education Faculty until I moved to Hamilton Boys' High School in 2011.
Within the first three years, I was appointed to hold the curriculum responsibility of Level 2 and 3 Physical Education. Also, I am the Middle School Academic Mentor where I help Year 10 and 11 students in the day school to reach their academic potential. Both of these positions are challenging and extremely rewarding.
I was fortunate to be appointed as a Master in Argyle and started my tenure in 2018. I am also the Dean of Boarding, a position which ties in nicely with my Mentor role at the day school as I work closely with Boarders and their families to ensure the students are working to the best of their ability.
I have 2 daughters, Jorja (14) and Grace (10). My partner, Sarah lives off-site in Horsham Downs with her four children Tiarna (20), Jimmy (12), Molly (10) and Riiley (8). Sarah's eldest son Tyran (24) has left home. With such a large blended family and full-time work as a teacher and Master of Argyle, time is limited and very precious. We have recently purchased a pop-top camper that can house 7 of us, so camping has become a new passion for Sarah and I and our family.
Farewell to GAP Student, Niall Armstrong (Northern Ireland)
Senior Exams
All students that remained on-site during the study leave period worked conscientiously in the hostel prep room for the two study sessions each morning. I'm sure their results will reflect the time they put in.
Junior House Leaders at Hamilton Boys' High School
3 of the 25 Year 10 Leaders announced and presented with their badge and letter by the Headmaster, Mrs Hassall, at the Year 10 Formal Assembly on Wednesday 5th June, are from Argyle House. From L-R: Ashan Barr, Jack Broomfield and Thomas Verry
Effective use of the Student Diary
Each junior has been presented with a $5 canteen voucher as reward for the upkeep of their diary: Josh Syme, Thomas Verry, Roman Carley, Max Pearson, Caylus Brighouse, Duggie Valler, Kane Gibberd, Joseph Lorimer, Jack Broomfield, Divyne Shadrock, Rangiwai Lunjevich, Josh Wickers, Taylor Sherlock, Jake Fannin.
Studying in the Junior Prep Room during Senior Exams
Hockey 1st XI Win Intercity Hockey Final vs Trident High School 4-1
100% Attendance at School during Term 2
Congratulations to the following boarders for fighting off the term 2 winter ailments and attending school every day over the duration of the 10-week term:
Boros Samuel, Bradbury Taylor, Brown Dylan, Cheng Bosco, Chow Max, Fourie Daniel
Grainger Harry, Houston Troy, Houston Wade, Irwin Blake, Kake Tuhoe, Lorimer Joseph, Marchant Thomas, McRobbie Hamish, Nelson Gus, Nelson Jono, Oliver George, Pierce Flynn, Ritchie Cameron, Tsunoda Ryoyu, Unsworth George, Valler Duggie, Van den Berg Neil, Verry Thomas, Waea-Allan Jayviar, Wipaki McLarin Zion, Zyza Jamie
Sleep Hygiene - Mental Health Awareness
Rugby 1st XV Super 8 Champions 2019
L-R: Tyler McNutt (Year 12), Harry Russ (Year 12), Joeli Matalaweru (Year 13), Hakaraia Richards-Coxhead (Year 13, Captain), Tuhoe Kake (Year 12), Te Aonui Wharawhara-Muriwai (Year 13).
Argyle Hockey Team, Runners-Up
The Argyle Hockey 1st XI played their C Grade Championship final on Tuesday night against King Country. The boys arrived very confident after completely dismissing the HBHS 3rd XI the week before in the semi-final during a dominant display. They were up against King Country who had finished top of the table.
Unfortunately, the result did not go our way as we were unlucky with some key players missing, and King Country playing their best game of the season. The Argyle 1st XI recorded 31 shots on goal to King Country's 4 but goalkeeper Caleb Houghton was unable to restrict them scoring. The team are still proud of their second-place effort as most of the boys had never played hockey before and just turned up for the McDonalds feed after the game.
Many thanks to managers Sam Cardiosi, Niall Armstrong, Nic Audas Ryan and Director of Argyle Hockey Fraser Kilgour.
Argyle House Wins the House Indoor Rowing, Tuesday 13th August, in Gym 2 & Move to Second-Equal Place Overall in the Hamilton BHS House Competition
House Points Overall after 12 events (including Rowing):
Steel in 1st place on 66pts, Argyle 2nd equal place with Wilson House on 63 pts, Taylor 4th on 62.5pts, Tait 5th on 43.5pts, Baigent 6th on 43pts.
Remaining events of the 2019 House Competition:
House Indoor Football, Weeks 8 & 9.
House Service hours conclude Wednesday 18th September.
House Singing: 'Invictus' & 'Flower of Scotland', Tuesday 24th September
Only 3.5 Points Separating 4 Houses with 3 Events Remaining in the 2019 School House Competition
Rugby U14A Win the U15 Division 1 Final vs Hamilton BHS U15B team, 26-11, Thursday 15th August
Intentions Form 2020 - just over one week to get it in!
Year 13 Outdoor Education, Outdoor 1st Aid Field Trip, Rotorua, 11th & 12th June
Year 11 Outdoor Education, High Ropes Course Field Trip, Lake Karapiro
'Man Of The Week' Award
Thomas Hayward (Year 11), Week 3 Term 3
Nic Audas-Ryan (Year 13), Week 4 Term 3
Takeomi Nishiura (Year 13), Week 5 Term 3
Housekeeping Issues
Have been banned from use and/or storage at Argyle House. This is the same policy for the school as emailed to all Parents/Caregivers last week. No lime scooters are to be used in school or hostel grounds.
It was disappointing to identify 11 senior Argyle boarders using these scooters last Friday & Saturday, then to have each of them spend 30-45 minutes last Wednesday afternoon on a scrubbing brush, cleaning off the numerous black marks on the concrete and pavers caused by braking/skidding around the senior units.
Weekend return times
Can you please make a conscious effort to have your son return to Argyle or Grove no later than 7.30pm on a Sunday evening. Some boys are returning well after this time, in some cases 8.30-9.00pm. The reason for the 7.30pm return time is to allow for a settled hostel as the boys return, unpack and then settle down in their prep space to prepare for the forthcoming week, during the regular prep time from 8.00 - 8.30pm.
Likewise on a Monday morning. The return time is supposed to be before 8.00am. Boys are continuing to return after 8.00am when the Duty Master has been around and locked the hostel from 8.10am.
Your support in adhering to the times above, as stated in the Argyle Manual, would be greatly appreciated by the hostel staff.
Thank you.
School Links Emails to Parents/Caregivers from School
Lime Scooters
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Tuesday 27th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
The safety and well-being of our students remains a priority at HBHS. The recent introduction of Lime Scooters to Hamilton has raised several issues relevant to our duty of care.
Please be aware of the following:
- Lime Scooters are not allowed on school grounds at any time and must be parked safely outside school property when not in use.
- Only students age 18+ are allowed to use Lime scooters, in accordance with their user agreement.
- Any student using a Lime scooter for their commute must obey the road rules, and are strongly encouraged to wear their helmets.
- A student caught publicly misusing a lime scooter will be subject to the school's disciplinary procedures.
Thank you for your support
Age Restriction on Energy Drinks
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Friday 23rd August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
You might be aware that Countdown is introducing an age restriction on energy drinks from Monday 2 September, which means that customers will need to be 16 years or older to buy these products in their stores.
New Zealand has the third highest obesity rate in the OECD. Energy drinks are not recommended for children, and they have to carry a warning on the can or bottle saying this. Countdown talked with a range of health leaders and overwhelmingly, the feedback they received was that when it came to children’s health, restricting the sale of energy drinks would make an important and meaningful impact. Specifically it was the combination of high-sugar, high-caffeine, serving sizes and the fact that energy drinks are often consumed on the way to school that was highlighted to them.
Countdown knows that students visit their stores regularly. From Monday 2 September, the Countdown team may ask anyone who looks under 16 for their ID.
Thank you.
Reminder - Hamilton BHS 2019 Year 13 Leavers Apparel
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Thursday 22nd August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
A reminder that orders are being taken for the 2019 Year 13 Long Sleeved Leavers Fleece ($98.00), Leavers Rugby Jersey ($86.50) and Leavers Shorts ($52.00). All prices include GST.
Orders and payment need to be into the School Shop by 1.30pm tomorrow, Friday 23rd August 2019.
Thank you
Liz Caskey
School Shop
Hamilton Boys' High School has attached a .pdf file to this email:
hbhs_leavers_ap....pdfHamilton BHS Year 9 Enrolments for 2020 (Day Students)
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Tuesday 20th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
A reminder to our Hamilton Boys' High School families that the deadline for Year 9 2020 enrolments is Friday, 30th August 2019.
Please ensure that any families with Year 8 students are aware of this cutoff date for enrolments.
Thank you.
Photolife Photos ordered online before 30 June 2019
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Tuesday 20th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
HBHS Summer Sports and Elite photos ordered online before 30 June 2019 have arrived and are ready for collection.
Please remind your son/s to collect them from the school shop.
Thank you.
Liz Caskey
HBHS Shop
lcaskey@hbhs.school.nz
Hamilton BHS 2019 Year 13 Leavers Apparel
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Tuesday 13th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
Orders are now being taken for the 2019 Year 13 Long Sleeved Leavers Fleece ($98.00), Leavers Rugby Jersey ($86.50) and Leavers Shorts ($52.00). All prices include GST.
Orders and payment need to be into the School Shop by Wednesday 21st August 2019.
Thank you
Liz Caskey
School Shop
Hamilton Boys' High School has attached a .pdf file to this email:
Hamilton BHS Wellness Centre update
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Monday 12th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
Over the colder months, dehydration is still presenting, however (along with the usual headaches and constipation type complaints) in slightly different ways. We are dealing with boys that would otherwise be experiencing relatively minor sniffles and coughs, but because they are under-hydrated, are looking and feeling extremely fatigued and miserable.
Colds and flu can increase your fluid requirements because of insensible fluid loss (mouth breathing, increased sweating, etc), so you need even more fluid when you are sick compared to any other time.
The above said, on a positive note more boys are bringing drink bottles to school and monitoring their daily fluid intake.
Poor nutrition is also another ongoing issue, particularly compounded by some of the boys not able to manage their time very well in the morning and missing out breakfast altogether.
The wearing of appropriate footwear particularly during PE seems to have increased, perhaps with colder, wetter weather making it seem like a better option, along with boys and parents making use of the podiatry service, a decrease in foot and ankle injuries appears to be trending at present.
A reminder that with cases of diarrhoea and vomiting the boys must stay away from school for 48 hours from the last episode (e.g. if they last vomited at 0600hrs on the 1st September, they would not be back at school until after 0600hrs on the 3rd September).
Key notes for the boys to focus on...
- Even during the colder months continue to drink plenty of water: Your degree of feeling thirsty may change in winter, but your daily requirements do not. As suggested previously, the fluid requirements for the average teenager in a temperate environment varies greatly, however, the US Food and Nutrition Board recommended in 2004 that teenage boys 14 - 18 years of age drink 3.3 litres of water per day.
- Please do not come to school if you are unwell, especially during cold and flu season! A couple of days resting and hydrating can make all the difference to the severity of your illness and the length of your recovery.
- If you are feeling particularly unwell, don't wait until Monday to see the school nurse, we will probably end up referring you to your GP anyway.
Thank you
HBHS Nurses
Reminder - Year 10 Camps 2019
Emailed to Parents/Caregivers Wednesday 7th August
Dear Parents/Caregivers
Please find attached information regarding the upcoming Year 10 Camps for 2019.
All forms need to be returned to the School Shop before 29th August.
A reminder that all compulsory school fees must be paid before camp deposits.
Thank you.
Q West
qwest@hbhs.school.nz
Hamilton Boys' High School has attached a .pdf file to this email:
camp_booklet_20....pdfDefensive Driving with Evolve Driver Training
Emailed to parents/Caregivers Tuesday 23rd July
Defensive Driving with Evolve Driver Training - Courses for Term 3 are as follows:-
Course 7: 12 August (12, 15, 19 & 22 Aug)
Course 8: 9 September (9, 12, 16 and 19 Sep)
Course 9: 30 September (Holiday Course), 30 Sep, 3, 7 & 10 Oct
Registration is to be done via Evolve website:
Important Dates:
TERM 3
August
Friday 9th: Set Leave 5: Hostel closes 5.30pm. Re-opens Sunday 11th August, 5.30pm.
Thursday 15th - Friday 23rd: Senior Exams. Boys may take study leave from Wednesday 14th, 3.15pm.
Friday 30th August, Set Leave 6: Hostel closes 5.30pm. Re-opens Sunday 1st September, 5.30pm
September
Monday 2nd - Friday 6th: Winter Tournament Week
Monday 16th: Argyle House Years 10-13 2020 Enrolments close
Tuesday 17th: William MacErlich Trophy - Day Boys 1st XV vs Boarders 1st XV Rugby fixture
Friday 20th: Elite Sports Teams & Cultural photos (including Argyle House Hostel Prefects & Senior Leaders)
Friday 27th September: Final day of Term 3. School finishes 2.15pm. Hostel closes 5.30pm.
October
Sunday 13th: Hostel re-opens 5.30pm. All boys expected to have returned by 7.30pm unless returning on Monday morning by 8.00am.
Monday 14th: First day of Term 4. Cambridge International Exams begin
Our two Argyle House Parent Representatives for you to contact about any hostel matters
Mrs Shay-Lee Wylie (Te Kuiti)
Feel free to contact me by email grizwiles@xtra.co.nz
Hamilton Boys' High School, Years 9-13 Boarding Hostel
Email: argyle@hbhs.school.nz
Website: www.hbhs.school.nz
Location: 34 Argyle Street, Hamilton East 3216, Hamilton, New Zealand
Phone: +64 7 8530437