Wednesday, 28 March 2012

Winter Routines

Hi there. A big thanks for all those who attended our chapel service. Apart from some issues with sound, it was a lovely night. The food that you all provided was lovely and I think there were a few friends made.

As winter approaches it is good to remember that our routines in the House change. There will naturally be more time spent inside and this means games like cards, knuckle bones etc are a must to have. Busy boys are happy boys.

Winter sport begins as soon as we come back so you need to bring the correct sports gear.

Rugby - mouth guard, boots, training socks, rugby jersey and shorts. First 15 may need more clothes as they train twice a week.

Football (soccer) - shirt, shorts, Football sock (to the knee) and shin guards.

Hockey - mouth guard, shirt, shorts, Football sock (to the knee) and shin guards.

A sports bag is essential to keep all this gear in.

As always, please ensure that the equipment and clothing is named and/or numbered. You are invited to come and support any of your boy's games. Fixture locations are in the House foyer on the wall.

Heath

Wednesday, 29 February 2012

Parenting Night - Well worth the time

INVITATION TO PARENTS & CAREGIVERS
 
‘Keeping your Teenagers Safe’ 
A Parents’ Toolbox for Parties, Drugs & Alcohol
Tuesday 6 March 7.30pm-9.00pm
Dilworth Senior Campus Hall 
We would like to extend an invitation to Senior, Rural and Junior Campus parents and caregivers to attend an evening with Pat Buckley.
Pat Buckley is passionate about educating people about drugs and alcohol.  He speaks from the heart and a lifetime of experience. Pat is a dynamic and powerful speaker with an authentic message, which drives home the reality -”your life can change with one bad choice”
For more information visit Pat’s website:   www.amped4life.net.nz
‘Keeping your Teenagers Safe’ will be informative and helpful to all of us who are parents, grand-parents and carers of young people.  Pat will provide tips and insights to help you manage some of the issues associated with teenagers and the challenges they face and choices they make in today’s world.
The Dilworth Friendship Club will host a light supper at the conclusion of the event, at around 9.00pm.

Mid-term Break

Just a reminder that it is meet the teachers day This Friday 2nd March at 11am. Every boy must check out after this between 12-12.30pm. There are no late pick ups.

Please ensure that you are on time as staff have commitments that begin directly after check out at 12.30pm.

The House will be open for check-in at 7pm on Tuesday 4 March. Have a great break.

Wednesday, 22 February 2012

Fun on Mt Hobson




A Fresh Start

Hello and welcome to a new year in Cotter House,

Thank you to all those families who have paid the $20 House fee. If you are yet to pay, please do so next time you check your boy in.

Summer sport is well under way and your boy will need to bring sports shoes and togs. Please ensure that these are numbered.

The boys have been doing a great job in the house and have enjoyed at least one trip tobogganing down the side of Mt Hobson.

If you have any questions. Please don't hesitate to call us.

Heath Valvoi