Campion College Newsletter

E te Atua,

As we head into this long weekend,

we give thanks for the gift of rest and the opportunity to spend time with family and friends.

Bless those who are travelling, keep everyone safe,

and help us to find moments of peace and joy in the days ahead.

May we return refreshed, grateful and ready for the weeks ahead.

Amene

Tēnā koutou parents, students, staff, and whānau,

It is hard to believe that we are already at the end of Week 2 of Term 4! This is always a busy time of year, with much to celebrate, plenty still to achieve, and preparations for the coming year well underway.

One of the things I have particularly enjoyed over the past fortnight has been the opportunity to connect with so many members of our College community through our strategic planning consultation. Hearing the hopes and aspirations that our whānau, students and staff have for Campion has been both valuable and affirming. What has struck me most is just how much we have in common when it comes to what we want for our young people. These conversations have reinforced for me the importance of continuing to build a College where every student feels they belong, is challenged to achieve their best, and is supported to grow as a person.

Earlier this week, our senior students' school examination results were emailed to parents and caregivers. I encourage students and whānau to take some time to look through these together. These results provide a useful indication of where students are currently at in their learning, but they are certainly not the final word on what they can achieve. There is still time to make improvements, consolidate understanding and build confidence ahead of the external examinations. I encourage students to use the feedback they have received to identify where they need to focus their efforts over the coming weeks. If you have questions about results, would like some advice on effective study strategies, or are unsure where to begin, please reach out to your subject teachers or Learning Mentors. They are there to help, and we want every student to feel well prepared.

Looking ahead to 2027, we are delighted to be receiving strong enrolment numbers for next year. As we work through class placements and staffing, it is important that we have an accurate picture of our expected roll. If your family is planning to leave the district, or you know that your child will not be returning to Campion College next year, I would really appreciate you letting our College Office know as soon as possible. This helps us plan effectively and offer places to families who are currently on our waiting list.

As we head into the final weeks of the school year, I encourage our students to keep making the most of every opportunity, to support one another and to finish the year with the same commitment and care that we value so highly at Campion College.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support of our College.

Yours in Christ,

Karyn Sadler

Tumuaki - Principal

We have some important events coming up as we head towards the end of the year, and we warmly invite our families and whānau to join us as we celebrate the achievements of our students and farewell our leavers.

• Sports Prizegiving – Thursday 29 October, 1.00 pm
  College Gymnasium. Celebrating the sporting achievements and contributions of our students throughout the year.

• Senior Prizegiving – Thursday 5 November, 1.00 pm
  College Gymnasium. Recognising the academic achievements, efforts and successes of our senior students.

• Leavers' Mass – Friday 6 November, 9.30 am
  College Gymnasium. A special opportunity to come together in faith to farewell our departing students and staff.

We look forward to sharing these occasions with our College community.

As we approach the end of the school year, we would like to remind whānau of some important dates.

Students in Years 11–13 will begin their study leave following our Thanksgiving Leavers’ Mass on Friday, 6 November 2026, as they prepare for their NCEA examinations.

Students in Years 7–10 will continue their learning at school until Friday, 4 December 2026, our final day of the school year.

We look forward to welcoming all students back to Campion College on Tuesday, 2 February 2027, for the start of the new school year.

The Campion College PTFA is fundraising for our school courtyard development, as requested by our students, and you could win a wonderful beach getaway while supporting a great cause!

THE PRIZE

Enjoy a 5-night stay at a beachfront bach at Mahanga Beach, generously donated by The Linmarric Trust.

• Sleeps up to 11 people
• Dogs welcome
• Surfboard and boogie boards
• Puzzles and board games
• BBQ and family-friendly facilities
• Beautiful beach views with stunning sunrises over the waves

The lucky winner can choose any available dates, with the 5-night stay to be taken as one consecutive booking by 31 December 2027.

Check out the bach, photos and availability here:
https://airbnb.co.nz/h/mahanga

RAFFLE DETAILS

$10 per ticket
Only 650 tickets available!

• Tickets on sale: 16 October 2026

• Sales close: 25 November 2026

• Prize draw: 26 November 2026, under Police supervision

HOW TO ENTER

Purchase your raffle tickets through Kindo.

https://shop.kindo.co.nz/app/login?shop=Campion%20College&service=campion_college_ptfa_fundraiser

Every ticket purchased helps us create a better courtyard space for Campion College students to enjoy.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

• The prize is a 5-night stay at the Mahanga beachfront bach.

• Retail prize value is $1,370.

• The 5-night stay must be taken as one consecutive booking by 31 December 2027.

• Booking dates are subject to availability.

• The prize is not transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or other goods.

• A maximum of 650 tickets will be sold, with each ticket having an equal chance of winning.

• The winner will be contacted by email, phone or text following the draw on 26 November 2026.

Organiser: Campion College PTFA
Enquiries: 027 689 9140

Thank you for supporting our students!

Our Year 13 students took the opportunity to channel their inner teachers this week, dressing up as some of their favourite Campion staff members!

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, and that was certainly true this week as our students arrived at school looking remarkably like some very familiar faces! From clothing choices to mannerisms, the attention to detail was impressive and provided plenty of laughs throughout the College.

It was wonderful to see our Year 13 students having a bit of fun and making the most of their final weeks at Campion. A great way to create some lasting memories before they head off on their next adventures!

Congratulations to this week's Kāinga Celebration of Learning recipients! It's wonderful to recognise students who are living out our College values through their actions and attitudes towards learning.

• Lincoln Chick – Commitment

• Aarush Sharma – Community

• Frankie Allen – Commitment

• Andi Manangan – Commitment

• Ailish McGuiness – Community

Well done to you all! We are proud of the positive contributions you make to our College community.

Each week, our Learning Mentors have the difficult task of selecting students to recognise through our Values in Action Awards. With so many examples of students living out our College values of Commitment, Community and Compassion each day, choosing just one is never easy!

Congratulations to this week's recipients:

• Ranya Narayan – Commitment to Learning

• Boston Downes – Commitment to Learning

• Kylah Loftus – Commitment to Learning

• Piper Leggett – Commitment and Community

• Veronika Mozhaeva – Commitment and Community

• Rio Knight – Community

• Nicole Barrett – Commitment to Learning

• Emma Venter – Commitment to Learning

We are proud of these students and the many others who demonstrate our values through their learning, their actions and the way they treat those around them. Keep up the great work!

Year 12 student Lucy Hands has made a wonderful contribution to our local community through her photography. Commissioned by Gisborne District Council Sister Cities, Lucy captured the beautiful scenery, vibrant community life and unique character of Tairāwhiti Gisborne in a stunning promotional brochure. Her beautifully crafted brochure will be used by Gisborne District Council Sister Cities to promote our region and will be presented as a gift to sister cities around the world, sharing the beauty of Tairāwhiti with an international audience.

On Friday, Lucy received a thank-you card and a $50 voucher in recognition of her hard work and dedication. The presentation was made by Jan Calder, Secretary and Treasurer of Gisborne District Council Sister Cities. Lucy worked hard to bring this project to life, demonstrating creativity, commitment and a strong sense of community service. Her achievement is a wonderful example of the talent, initiative and community spirit that Campion College students bring to our wider community.

Ka pai, Lucy! We are proud of your achievement and the positive contribution you have made to Tairāwhiti.

Our classes with a practical focus continue to provide students with some fantastic hands-on learning opportunities! Kapa haka is going strong, ably led by our talented students, while our budding MasterChefs have been busy in the cooking room creating delicious cottage pies to donate to the St Vincent de Paul Society. Meanwhile, in the woodwork room, a range of exciting individual projects are nearing completion. It is wonderful to see our students developing their skills, following their interests and giving back to our community.

Our Campion College magazines are available to order! The 2025 magazine can be ordered now for collection before the end of this year, while the 2026 magazine can also be ordered now, ready for collection early in Term 1, 2027. These magazines are a wonderful keepsake, capturing the memories, achievements and special moments of College life.

Our dates for when the College is open for instruction in 2026 are:

Term 4

Keep up to date with all the wonderful things we are doing on our new Campion College Facebook Page. Head over to Facebook to check it out here.

Instagram page is another place you can keep up to date. Find us here,

If you haven't yet downloaded our College App, please do so. It's an easy way to stay on top of school admin.

We love to hear about and celebrate our students' achievements.

Please share info and/or photos with karyn.sadler@campioncollege.school.nz

Our church is St Mary, Star of the Sea. We are fortunate to have our church onsite. Our parish Mass times are:

Tuesday 5.30 pm

Wednesday and Thursday 9.00 am

Friday 12.10 pm,

Saturday 9 am and Vigil Mass 6.00 pm

Sunday 9.00 am

Children’s liturgy at every Sunday 9.00 am