School Notices


Gully Working Bee

On Saturday 17th April a community work day has been organised to weed, clear and tidy up the gully.
It would be great if you could come along and help – half an hour or a whole morning, whatever time you can spare would be welcomed by John Lockley the co-ordinator of the gully project.


John says “bring 'strong shoes, a spade and morning tea”.  The plan is to meet at the top of the gully at 9.30am. Enter Boys’ High School via Argyle St then follow the driveway around to the right till you get to the gully sign.


People will need strong shoes, a spade, morning tea and a willingness to make a difference in the Gully environment for the long term.  This is part of an ongoing project to develop an outdoor classroom for use by the boys of the school,
If you are interested please come along on the day. John Lockley can be contacted on 027 274 2193

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

World Vision Run for Life

March 2010

 
Dear Parent / Guardian,
 
The school is holding the “World Vision Run For Life” on Thursday, April 1st. This year the circuit will include the river walkways between VictoriaBridge and CobhamBridge.
 
This is a school based activity and all students are encouraged to participate. 
 
The cost of entry is $5.00 which will go directly to the “World Vision” charity organisation as part of Hamilton Boys' High School fundraising effort. The money should be paid to the tutor teacher by Wednesday, March 31st.
 
The run will start outside Argyle House at approximately 12.15pm. Those students who cannot participate will be supervised in the classroom from 11.50am to 2.00pm with the normal lunchtime.
 
 
Yours faithfully,
 
 
P CHEYNE
Run Organiser
Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Viewing of Gymnasium Complex

Invitation to Parents and Friends of the School to view our new gymnasium complex.

The evening will be hosted by our Sports Captain, Alex Carr and the Sports Committee.
Friday 21 May, 2010 - 5.00pm – 6.30pm
Food and refreshments available.
Everyone welcome.
Please RSVP to the Headmaster’s Secretary, Kristin Rillstone by Tuesday 17 May, 2010.
Thursday, March 25th, 2010

ICAS Australasian Tests

The annual and popular Australasian Tests, co-ordinated by the University of New South Wales, are now known as the International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (or just ICAS). There are over two million students entering these tests every year to assess themselves against students from across New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific, Asia and even some African countries. These tests provide an important international benchmark qualification and are a valuable addition to student’s CVs.

ICAS Subject
Test dates for 2010
Entry deadline
Computer Skills 25 May 1 April
Science 9 June 30 April
Spelling 22 June 11 May
Writing 22 June 11 May
English 3 August 22 June
Mathematics 17 August 25 June


 
Entry Information 
 It is optional for all Hamilton Boys’ High School Students, although some classes have it as a requirement (teachers will clarify).

·         Information will be advertised through the daily notices and classroom teachers.

·         It is the responsibility of students to enter- payment through the school shop.

·         See above for the entry deadlines- no late entries can be accepted.

·         Entry fees are $7:50 for most subjects, $17:50 for the Writing and $9:50 for Spelling.

·         For further information on these tests please refer to : www.eaa.unsw.edu.au

Please contact Mr Stuart Hackeney, Deputy Headmaster, if you have any further questions.

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

PPTA MEETING THURSDAY- 25 MARCH 2010

Dear Parents,

 
A significant number of our staff are members of the PPTA, and a regional meeting has been called to discuss the renegotiation of the Secondary Teachers Collective Agreement.
 
Students will thus be released from school
On Thursday, 25 March 2010
At 12:40pm (the end of Period 4)
 
Students will miss Period 5 classes; however supervision will be available at the School Library, for students staying at school until our normal finishing time of 2:10pm.
 
Yours sincerely,
 
 
Susan Hassall
Headmaster
 
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Notice to parents

Swimming Sports have finished early due to bad weather.  Students will be released at 1.30pm today.

Thursday, February 25th, 2010

Hockey Information

HOCKEY INFORMATION

 
Dear Parents and Hockey Players
 
FEES:   $180.00 per player
To be listed in a team or eligible for trials fees must be paid by the 13th April 2010 to the school’s Shop. If there are any difficulties with payment, please address this in writing to myself. This fee includes player/team registration, team gear, turf charges. Registration forms can be collected from Mr Basel or the Front Office. Most students have filled this form out already.
If you are selected to play for one of the top 3 teams then there will be a second payment required by the end of week 3 in term 2 to make up the school subs.
UNIFORMS: Available at the school’s Shop, HBHS hockey shirt and socks. Hockey players must also wear the school black PE shorts. Students who are selected for the 1st of 2nd team will be given a shirt but will need to buy the socks which are different to those issued last year.
 
SEASON
Competitions for all teams begin on 28th April 2010
DRAW
Will be available at school on sport’s notice board and on www.waikatohockey.org.nz
  
Yours Sincerely
 
Mr Phil Basel
 
Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Football Information

February, 2010     

 
FOOTBALL INFORMATION
 
Dear Parents and Soccer Players
 
FEES:   $65.00 per player
To be listed in a team or eligible for trials fees must be paid in advance to the school’s Shop. If there are any difficulties with payment, please address this in writing to myself. This fee includes player/team registration, team gear, field charges. Registration forms can be downloaded from this page or picked up from the school’s front office.
 
UNIFORMS: Available at the school’s Shop, HBHS football shirt and socks. Football players must also wear the school black PE shorts.
 
SEASON
Competitions for all teams begin on Saturday 24th April (first weekend of Term 2)
 
DRAW
Will be available at school on sport’s notice board and on www.wssfa.co.nz
 
MUSTER/TRIALS
Juniors (non-colts): Sunday 7th March, 9.00am until 11:00am – meet at school pavilion
Seniors:  To be advised
 
All team selections will be confirmed by Friday 26th March.
 
Any queries please contact me.
 
Yours faithfully
 
 
Mr Hakeney
Master in Charge – FOOTBALL
Ph: (07) 853 0440 ext 2017
 

Please click here for registration form

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Cricket registration

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Rugby Registration

 

February 2010
 
RUGBY INFORMATION
 
Dear Parents and Rugby Players,
 
FEES:   $55.00
To trial, fees must be paid in advance to The Shop.
 
REGISTRATIONS:
All players must complete a NZRFU Registration Form. You will be given this before commencement of rugby by your coach/manager to complete. You cannot play until this is completed and handed in.
 
TRIALS: Will be held this term. Please watch the daily news.
 
1st XV, 2nd XV, 3rd XV, 4th XV AND U/15A SQUAD
Once these teams have been selected, they will be required to pay extra to cover costs incurred with these teams.
 
RUGBY PLAYING GEAR:
Junior Grades will need to purchase their own rugby jersey, shorts and socks.   These are available at the School Shop.
 
TRAVELLING GEAR: All players (excluding the Elite Teams) are expected to purchase a school tracksuit to be worn to and from games. Elite teams are to have a travelling uniform, including white shirt and school tie, blazer and black trousers.
 
DRAW: The draw is put up on the Sports Notice Board and the website: http://waikatorugby.tripod.com
 
Any queries, please contact me.
 
Yours faithfully,
 
John Steel
TIC – Rugby
 
Monday, February 22nd, 2010

2010 Yr 9 Father-Son Breakfast

2010 YR 9 FATHER/SON BREAKFAST

Thursday 11 March
6:50AM – 8:20AM
 
aN INTRODUCTION TO THE WORLD OF hAMILTON BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL
FOR FATHERS and Sons / male caregivers or mentors
GUEST SPEAKERS:
 
Headmaster: Mrs. Hassall
Head Prefect: Adam Burn
Deputy Headmaster: Mr. Hotham
 
Who will speak on “Engagement”
“My Father didn’t tell me how to live; he lived,
and let me watch.”
 
HAMILTON BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL HALL
SEATED BY 7.00AM
Parking available off Peachgrove Road on front fields. 
 
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE FROM THE SCHOOL SHOP:  $12.00 PER PERSON
(LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE - NO DOOR SALES)
 
 
Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Gymnasium Opening

Hamilton Boys’ High School would like to invite our Old Boys and friends of the school to view our new Gymnasium Complex. The viewing will be held on Friday, February 26 from 5.00 – 6.30 pm. If you would like to attend the event, please contact Sue Roycroft at 853 0440 ext 2031 or email sroycroft@hbhs.school.nz

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Mobile Dentist

Hamilton Boys’ High School is pleased to support the Mobile Dental Clinic Services at HBHS. All students who do not have a dentist will be offered free dental care.


February 2010

Tena Koutou Katoa to staff, students and parents of Hamilton Boy’s High School.
• Raukura Hauora O Tainui is a Health Provider servicing the areas of Hamilton and the Greater Waikato region. Our Mobile Dental Unit will be visiting your school from:

• 22nd February 2010 until 1st April 2010

The caravan will provide the following services:
• Enrolment of Students between 13yrs – 18yrs WHO DO NOT HAVE a dentist or choose to transfer to our service and who qualify for free dental care (some exceptions apply - Orthodontic and Oral Surgery)
• Examine and assess students (including x-rays)
• Develop dental treatment plans and treat accordingly (if we are unable to complete treatment while at the school, students will be given appointments to attend our surgery at 1000 Victoria Street, Hamilton)
• Provide information, advice and feedback on good oral health habits

The Consent Procedure
• The consent process will comply with the Health and Disability Commissioners Act 1994 and The Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers Rights 1996.
• Students will be advised before enrolling that if they have a dentist, they will not be invited to enrol.
• Letters will be sent home seeking parental consent before any treatment is carried out with clear instructions and options for treatment.

If there are any enquiries regarding the enrolment and/or treatment procedures please do not hesitate to contact me on 021 894 675

Kind regards


Mohi Randall
Mobile Dental Unit Co-Coordinator

 

 


G Robinson
DEPUTY HEADMASTER

Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Athletic Sports

Athletics Sports Porritt Stadium
 

Friday 19 February, 8.30am – 3.00pm.
 
Dear Parents/Caregivers
 
We invite all parents to attend our annual athletics day at Porritt Stadium, on Crosby Road, next Friday. Tea and coffee will be available throughout the day.
 
  • Registration: Students are to make their own way to Porritt Stadium and report to their tutor group teacher in their House area by 8.30am. The first events commence at 8.50am.
  • Buses: will be re-routed to Porritt Stadium and will pick them up outside Porritt Stadium at approx. 3.00pm.
  • Bikes: will be kept in a compound and supervised by 2 staff throughout the day.
  • Uniform: Full school uniform or official House or PE shirts with PE shorts is to be worn to and from Porritt Stadium. For all events PE uniform or House coloured T shirts must be worn. Shoes are recommended to be worn on the track (to avoid receiving blisters). 
  • Attendance is a legal requirement. The day offers all boys the opportunity to compete at a level that challenges them personally, and also earn points for their ‘House’ in a strongly contested House Competition. It is also a day to identify our elite athletes and for students of all abilities to compete in at least one jumping, throwing and sprint event, as well as relays.
  • Sun: Please ensure your son has protection from the sun in the form of sunblock, a hat, sunglasses and clothing to cover up.
  • Food: A canteen is available to buy lunch and drinks.
  • Weather: If weather is doubtful, please phone 0900 72346 for a recorded announcement. 
  • Belongings: Although we take every care to prevent loss of personal belongings, we urge students not to bring valuables to Athletics.

 Yours sincerely

 Mr T Miller

TIC – ATHLETIC SPORTS

Thursday, February 11th, 2010