Canterbury AIMS Athletics Championships 2019

November 12, 2019

Congratulations on being selected to represent our school at the 2019 CAIMS Athletics Championships. Please ensure you read the following information carefully and show your parents/caregivers, so you are both up to speed about all event details.

Date: Tuesday 19th November
Venue: Nga Puna Wai
Meeting Time: 

Students are required to meet Mr Evers promptly at 7:30am in the Heaton Hall.Students will be transported to/from the venue in a coach or the Heaton vans. If your parents/caregivers would like to transport you directly to the venue in a private vehicle, you must inform Mr. Evers via email (everst@heaton.school.nz) before 5:00pm on Sunday 17th November.

Student Participation List (with events):
Heaton Representative Athletics Team 2019

If for any reason you cannot take part in this event, please contact Mr Evers before 5:00pm on Sunday 17th November, so he can make the necessary changes to the Heaton team

Cost:

Participation in this event will incur a cost that covers transportation to/from the venue (if applicable). This cost will be added to your Heaton account.

Equipment Requirements:
  • Heaton PE Kit (w / Heaton cap)
  • Packed lunch with plenty of healthy snacks
  • Sun protection
  • Appropriate footwear
  • School jersey and/or weatherproof jacket in the event of colder weather
  • Water bottle
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. Ventolin, Epipen
Additional Information and Resources:

National Primary Cricket Shield – Canterbury Regional finals 2019

October 29, 2019

The location and timings have now been finalised for The Canterbury Regional Finals. A huge thank you to Barry and our students for their continued dedication and hard work, we are really proud of you all. Please ensure you read the following information carefully with your parents/caregivers, so you are up to speed with all relevant tournament details.

Tournament Dates: 

Thursday 31st October and Friday 1st November 2019

Venue:

Hagley Polo grounds – All games are played on artificial pitches, no spikes to be worn. Please note Pitches 3 and 4 are the ones nearest the tree-line which will provide the best shelter and parking.

Game Start Times:

Morning games commence at 10.30am and afternoon games at 1.30pm (if both teams agree to start the afternoon game earlier that is okay)

Finish Time (Thursday):

The second game on Thursday is expected to finish at approx. 4:00pm. Students can be collect by their parents/caregivers directly from the venue at this time, or students can be transported back to Heaton. If you do collect your daughter from the venue, please ensure you sign out with the Heaton staff member before leaving

Meeting Time/Location:

Students are required to meet in the canteen foyer (outside the LRC entrance) at 8:40am on both competition days. Please note, students should arrive at school in their cricket whites, Heaton cricket top and be wearing their Heaton cap. Students will be transported to and from the venue in the Heaton vans.

Resources:

Tournament Information 2019
Draw for 2019 Primary Shield

Injuries / Availability: 

If you have any injury concerns, sickness or you cannot participate on either Thursday or Friday, please contact Mr. Evers or Barry asap.

Participants (who is taking part):

  • Emily D (Room 2)
  • Lily Y (Room 5)
  • Kate S (Room 7)
  • Lucy E (Room 7)
  • Lexie R (Room 9)
  • Eden N (Room 10)
  • Kate C (Room 17)
  • Ava D (Room 18)
  • Aiofe M (Room 18)
  • Millie M (Room 18)
  • Millie S (Room 19)

Equipment Requirements:

  • All relevant cricket equipment e.g. pads, bat, gloves
  • Cricket Kit (whites, Heaton PE Top and Heaton Hat)
  • Heaton PE top to have as a spare
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Packed lunch with plenty of healthy snacks (no chewing gum, fizzy drinks etc.)
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. EpiPen, Ventolin etc.
  • Sunscreen

Questions?:

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr Evers via email (everst@heaton.school.nz) as he will be out of school on Thursday with the Heaton athletics day.

ChCh Girls Cricket Final v STAC

October 19, 2019

The following 10 students will be involved in the hardball 20/20 match again STAC on Tuesday 22nd October. Please read the information below carefully so you are up to speed about the match organisation.

Date:

Tuesday 22nd October (week 2)

Venue:

Elmwood Park – Artificial Pitch

Meeting Time:

Students are required to meet promptly at the Heaton flagpole at 11:30am. Students must be in their cricket kit (Heaton Hat, Heaton Cricket Playing Top & Whites). Students will have a register marked by a Heaton teacher, and then be walked next door to Elmwood Park to meet coach Barry. Please ensure you bring your bags, scooters etc. with you to Elmwood Park, as if the match concludes after 3pm you can go directly home from the venue with parents/caregivers.

Match Time:

12:30pm – 3:30pm (approx.)

Participants (who is taking part):
  • Emily D (Room 2)
  • Lily Y (Room 5)
  • Kate S (Room 7)
  • Lucy E (Room 7)
  • Lexie Rouse (Room 9)
  • Kate C (Room 17)
  • Ava D (Room 18)
  • Aiofe M (Room 18)
  • Millie M (Room 18)
  • Millie S (Room 19)
Equipment Requirements:
  • All relevant cricket equipment e.g. pads, bat, gloves
  • Cricket Kit (whites, Heaton PE Top and Heaton Hat)
  • Heaton PE top to have as a spare
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen
  • Packed lunch with plenty of healthy snacks (no chewing gum, fizzy drinks etc.)
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. EpiPen, Ventolin etc.
  • Sunscreen
Questions?:

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr Evers via email (everst@heaton.school.nz) as he will be out of school on Monday and Tuesday for a basketball tournament.

Heaton Athletics Days 2019

October 14, 2019
DATES:
  • Year 7: Thursday 31st October

Please pay particular attention to the information in red as there have been some changes to the meeting times and year 7 schedule. 

MEETING TIME & TRANSITIONING TO STAC

An earlier bell will sound at 8:30am. Students/teachers are to make their way to their Heaton classrooms for registration as quick as possible. As soon as the Linc-Ed roll has been marked, class teachers will accompany their class to the St Andrew’s field (via Circuit St). Please position your houses in the designated area close to the track. After an event briefing, the first events will commence  at 9:00am (House 4 x 100m relays).

FINISHING TIME / LUNCH / ORGANISATION: 

The day is scheduled to finish at 1:00pm. When classes return to Heaton after the conclusion of the event, students will have a lunch break from 1:00pm – 1:45pm. All students must eat their lunch, and stay in the grass area outside rooms 1-10 during this time. Specialist Teachers will supervise this lunch break as they will not have their afternoon tech classes. A reminder that you cannot order your lunch from the school canteen on your athletics day. You will need a packed lunch from home with plenty of healthy snacks to eat throughout the day.

WEATHER:

The forecast for Thursday is still uncertain. Any changes or cancellations will be added to the school daily notices by Mr Evers in the morning and sent out via the Heaton app.

UNIFORM:

Students are to compete in their Heaton PE uniform (PE shorts please), with the option of wearing a house coloured t-shirt and accessories. The House Colours have been outlined below for your convenience.

  • Elmwood = Green
  • Rhodes = Black
  • Otahuna = Yellow
  • Tikao = Blue
  • Purau = Purple
  • Lansdowne = Red

Students must arrive at school in their PE Kit and colours so they are ready to compete. Please note that our Heaton Athletics day is not a mufti day, so jeans and non-athletic casual wear is not permitted. Students can transition home in their PE uniforms, so bringing full school uniform will not be required.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS (WHAT TO BRING):
  • Packed lunch with plenty of healthy healthy snacks (N.B. students cannot leave the venue to purchase or collect food from the school canteen so please be organised)
  • Spikes can be worn during the track races, however are not required
  • Water bottle
  • Heaton hat
  • Suitable PE footwear (no flip flops etc.)
  • Sun protection
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. Ventolin, epipen
  • Students will NOT require their phones on athletics day so please do not bring them. Photos will be taken with the school cameras, and your class teachers will have access to these. Please ask a teacher if you want a photo with your friends
SCHEDULE: 

Parents/caregivers/family members are very welcome to come along to support your son/daughter. Please note, the following schedule may be subject to minor changes throughout the day so please consider this when planning arrival times. Track events (60m, 100m, 200m races) get priority over field events (jumping and throwing disciplines). If you are called to marshal for a track event, please let the teacher(s) in charge of your field event know that you will be leaving to run your race and that you will return to complete your field event asap.

Revised Year 7 Athletics Day Schedule and Timings 2019

STAFF & SPORT LEADER ORGANISATION & ROLES:

Our Heaton Sports Leaders will be helping set up, coordinate and pack up our school athletics days. Year 7 Sports Leaders will be helping on Thursday (Year 8 Event), and Year 8 Sports Leaders will be helping on Friday (Year 7 Event). Please check the document below so you are aware of your specific duties for the day:

Roles & Responsibilities

Sports leaders are required to meet Mr. Evers directly at the venue (St Andrew’s track), promptly at 7:45am so they can assist with set-up. Please ensure you bring everything you need with you e.g. packed lunch, as you will not be returning to school until the end of the athletics day. If you are unable to attend for any reason e.g. sickness, you must communicate this with Mr. Evers via email asap 

DISTANCE EVENTS:

The distance events (800m and 1500m events) will take place on seperate days then our scheduled athletics days. This is to prevent our competitive athletes from taking part in too many events throughout the day. When the dates and times of these events has been confirmed they will be shared with students who registered to take part

CAIMS Weekly Summer Sport Competition 2019

October 7, 2019
Competition Dates:
  • Tuesday 15th October (week 1)
  • No Games in week 2 due to Indoor Tournament
  • Tuesday 29th October (week 3)
  • Tuesday 5th November (week 4)
  • Tuesday 12th November (week 5)
  • No Games in week 6 due to Inter-Schools Athletics
  • Tuesday 26th November (week 7)
  • Tuesday 3rd December (week 8)
Game Times:

Game(s) are played from 1:30pm – 2:15pm each week.

Venues: 

TOUCH: games will be played at North Hagley Park (just at the end of Kilmarnock St) and over onto the ‘triangle’ at the end of Riccarton Road. Please access the following link for the pitch maps: North Hagley Touch Fields (Map) 2019

FUTSAL: games will be played at the South Hagley Park Netball Courts. Please access the following link for the pitch maps: Futsal Courts (Hagley Park Map) 2019

ULTIMATE FRISBEE & SOFTBALL: games will be played at South Hagley Park. Please access the following link for the pitch maps: Softball and Ultimate Frisbee Fields (Maps) 2019

CRICKET: Boys cricket games will be played on the artificial pitches at the South Hagley Park Polo Grounds (football fields). Girls Cricket games will be played at South Hagley Park on the Hospital Corner pitches. Please access the following link for the pitch maps: Cricket Pitch Maps 2019 (Polo Grounds & Hospital Corner)

Weekly Draws:

Coaches, parents and students can access weekly draws via the ‘Sports Draws’ tab on our Heaton Sport Blog: 2019 Sports Draws

Student Behaviour & Expectations:

It is a privilege to represent our school in competitive sport. All participants must read and follow our school code of conduct: Heaton Sport Code of Conduct (CARE)

Meeting Times / Locations & Bus Organisation:

All students must eat lunch in their designated house areas, and then meet their coaches at 12:45pm in the following locations. Please be prompt, line up in your teams and wait respectfully for your coaches so we can arrive with sufficient time to warm up and get prepared.

  • Touch & Girls Cricket: meet in the hall (Touch/Cricket have 2 x 49 seater buses)
  • Ultimate Frisbee: meet in the hall quad (Ultimate Frisbee have 1 x 49 seater bus)
  • Futsal & Softball: meet on the outdoor basketball court (Futsal/Softball have 2 x 49 seater buses)
  • Boys Cricket: meet at the Heaton flagpole (cricket will have a Heaton van)

Coaches must ensure they leave a photocopy of your register with at reception, so we can monitor which students are offsite.

Teacher Supervisors:
  • Softball: Ms Green & Mr Greaves
  • Boys Cricket: Mr Evers & Mr Brown
  • Girls Cricket: Miss Caygill
  • Touch: Miss Just & Miss Seales
  • Futsal: Miss Clarkson & Mr Naidoo
  • Ultimate Frisbee: Mr Cooper and Mrs Calder
Heaton Sport Safety Policy:

All participants, caregivers and coaches must ensure they read the following document carefully: Heaton Safety Policy for School & Representative Sport

Medical Kits:

Coaches must collect their sport/team medical kit from the front office. These can be keep for the duration of the summer sport season. Please see Marg or Sue to replenish any supplies that are used. Basic first aid equipment and ice packs will be available for Heaton students during their matches.

Results:

Coaches must keep a copy of all scores and add these to the document at reception when you return to Heaton. We add our sport scores to the school newsletter, and have to input these to P.S.C within 24 hours, so your assistance with this is greatly appreciated. Keeping score cards is also very important if there is a need to dispute a result.

Equipment Requirements:

Students must ensure they have their PE Kit / Sports Uniform (including Heaton hat), appropriate footwear/boots, specialised sports equipment (pads, bat, gloves etc.) and a water bottle. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have all the correct equipment so please be organised.

Cancellations:

The PSC Sports Director, in conjunction with the ChCh City Council will make any decisions regarding cancellations due to weather or pitch/court conditions. These decisions will be make by 11:30am, and any information will be updated to the school daily notices, and sent out via the Heaton App.

Cost:

Participation in a Heaton team will involve a cost to cover transportation, and this will be added to your school account. If you require any clarification regarding this process or have any questions, please contact our Executive Officer directly: Anne-Marie Grigg (grigga@heaton.school.nz).

Aims Games Championships 2019

September 18, 2019

 

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The 2019 Anchor AIMS Games was an event of epic proportions. There were over 11,500 competitors who were representing 365 schools from throughout New Zealand, Asia and the Pacific. These staggering participation numbers place it ahead of the number of athletes that competed in the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio!

Heaton were superbly represented by two sports teams (Girls’ 11-a-side Hockey & Boys’ Basketball) and 9 individuals who competed in BMX, Squash, Cross Country, Swimming, Gym-sports, Golf and Multisport. Our Heaton athletes have worked tirelessly over the past six months to prepare for this tournament, and have been wonderfully supported by their coaches, parents, family and teachers. I would  personally like to take this opportunity to thank Miss Seales, Mrs Dore and Mrs Newton for all of their efforts, energy and expertise. Without you, this opportunity would not be possible for our athletes.

I would like to congratulate all of our students for their individual and team success. We are extremely impressed with both the personal and sporting development that occurred during your week in Tauranga. You have all made yourselves, our school and your families very proud! We are so pleased that all of your hard work, sacrifice and efforts have been rewarded.

Our Heaton Hockey Team (affectionally dubbed the frogs) have been crowned Aims Games Champions, bringing home the 11-a-side Hockey cup with a perfect 8 wins from 8 games. Lauren S (Room 8) has also added to her impressive national tournament successes with a bronze medal win ( only .3 points behind the gold medal). With other personal best performances, many top 10 finishes and amazing improvements, this years Aims Games was a spectacular success.

Being on 2020!

CAIMS 11-a-side Hockey & Rugby 7’s Tournament 2019

August 25, 2019

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What a brilliant way to end the winter sport season!

The Canterbury Aims 11-a-side Hockey and Rugby 7’s tournament was a huge success this year, with 68 Heaton students involved across five teams. We are extremely proud of the improvements that each team made throughout the tournament day, and for the positive way in which they approached all games.

We would like to congratulate our Heaton Gold Rugby and Heaton Girls’ Hockey teams, who won their respective tournaments without losing a match. We would also like to recognise the brilliant performances of our Heaton Green Rugby team who finished in 4th place, and Heaton Gold Mixed hockey team who finished in 3rd place.

A big thank you must also go out to our staff and parent/caregiver coaches for their continued support. Your efforts throughout the whole winter season have been absolutely fantastic!

2019 Invitational Rugby 7’s & Hockey Tournament Day

August 15, 2019

Date: Tuesday 20th August

Structure: Full day tournament (during the school day)

Heaton Teams (Who is taking part?): 

Heaton Rugby 7’s & Hockey Teams

Meeting Time: All participants are required to meet promptly at 8:00am in the school hall for the morning roll. Students will return to Heaton by the end of the school day.

Draws: Draws (Hockey and Rugby)

Location: Nunweek Park

Representative Sports Code of Conduct: Heaton Code of Conduct (CARE)

Supervising Adults:

  • Rugby: Marc, Jane & Ms Clarkson 
  • Hockey: Mr Evers, Mrs Dore, Miss Seales & Mrs Cumming

Equipment Requirements:

  • Packed lunch with plenty of healthy snacks
  • Water bottle
  • Mouthguard
  • Warm Jacket to wear in between games
  • Appropriate Footwear (Rugby Boots / Hockey Shoes)
  • Representative Heaton Sports Kit (Rugby Kit or Hockey Kit)
  • All personal medication e.g. Ventolin, Epipen
  • Bag to store any muddy equipment (Rugby)

Production Students: All highlighted production students will begin the day at school  as you will have a rehearsal. You will then be collected by Mrs Dore at 11:00am so you can attend the tournament for the remainder of the day.

Cost: Participation in this tournament will incur a cost that covers return transportation and tournament entry fees. This cost will be added to your school account. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Anne Marie Grigg (grigga@heaton.school.nz)

Heaton A Make a Splash at 2019 Canterbury Tournament

August 12, 2019

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We would like to recognise the brilliant efforts of our Heaton A Water Polo team at this years Canterbury Water Polo Championships. Our Heaton team produced some absolutely fantastic performances across the two competition days, finishing in 3rd place in the A-Grade Competition. A huge congratulations to all of our players and coach Vanessa for the continued progress and development of this great group of athletes.

 

 

Canterbury Yr.7/8 Water Polo Tournament 2019

August 4, 2019

TOURNAMENT DATES: Friday 9th and Sunday 11th August

DRAW AND LOCATIONS: Games will be running across two pools (Jellie Park and Taiora QE2). Please check the draw below for specific game venue and timings:

Tournament Draw 2019

MEETING TIMES: Players are required to meet Vanessa directly at Jellie Park on Friday 9th @ 8:30am. If you are having difficulty with transport organisation, please contact Vanessa and Mr Evers via email

 ADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION:

  • Games will be 30mins 4×5 Min Quarters. There will Limited warm up time but longer game time
  • All of our Friday games will all be held at Jellie Park
  • Our Heaton team will also have duty responsibilities throughout the tournament (similar to Monday evenings where 5 players and 1 adult are required)
  • Our Team must meet Vanessa poolside 20 minutes before each game and 10 minutes before each duty
  • When not competing, students must be wearing their Heaton PE kit over the top of their togs, so they are easily identified throughout the competition
  • Medals will be awarded to 1st place teams only in both A and B grades, with Most Valuable Players selected in both grades
  • By entering the Canterbury Water Polo Year 7&8 Canterbury Championship parents/caregivers agree to a media release where CWP may use photo’s taken for promotional material in the CWP circles and media platforms. If any of our Heaton parents/caregivers do not consent to the CWP media release, you must contact Tim Evers (everst@heaton.school.nz) before Wednesday 7th August
  • Our Heaton A team will be supervised for the duration of the tournament by Vanessa (parent coach), who will be provided with parent contact details, emergency contact details and medical information. During the Friday games at Jellie Park, students will remain at the venue in between games and for the duration of the day. If you need to leave the venue, it must be with your parent/caregiver and this must be communicated with your coach

TEAM LIST (WHO IS TAKING PART?):

  • Niamh I (Rm 9)
  • Robbie C (Rm 10)
  • Eve N (Rm 11)
  • Ana W (Rm 14)
  • Matilda O (Rm 15)
  • Josh F (Rm 16)
  • Anika T (Rm 16)
  • Dallas I (Rm 17)
  • Kate C (Rm 17)
  • Zavier T (Rm 18)

Cross Country Championships 2019

June 19, 2019

It was a beautiful sunny winters day for this years Primary/Intermediates Cross Country Championships, held at the Halswell Quarry. Forty Heaton students (20 in each year level) qualified and participated in this event, and represented our school with desire, grit and a fantastic spirit. We are so incredibly proud of your efforts and achievements!

We would also like to recognise the supervision and marshalling support from Mrs Dore, Miss Scott, Josh F and Josh T. Thank you for giving up your time for our athletes.

A special congratulations must go out to our four athletes who finished in the top 10 of their respective races. These students have qualified to represent Canterbury in the Inter-Regional Cross Country Event (IRXC 2019) Phil Costley Shield, where Canterbury will battle it out against Tasman, Wellington and South Canterbury.

Year 7 Girls (188 Competitors)

Lucia I – 9th Place Overall (12:36 minutes)

Year 7 Boys (189 Competitors)

Maxwell A – 6th Place Overall (11:25 minutes)

Year 8 Girls (186 Competitors)

Kate C – 3rd Place Overall (11:36 minutes)

Year 8 Boys (181 Competitors)

Hamish G – 5th Place Overall (11:13 minutes)

Artistic Gymnastics Championships 2019

June 17, 2019

Congratulations to our six students who represented Heaton in the 2019 Inter-Schools Artistic Gymnastics Championships. Your individual dedication, training and hard work certainly paid off, and we are incredibly proud of your efforts and enthusiasm.

2019 RESULTS

LEVEL 3 – COMPETITIVE

  • Rico R (Room 15): 3rd Place Overall (Floor – 3rd / P-Bar – 3rd / H-Bar – 3rd)

GRADE 1 – RECREATION

  • Thomas E (Room 5): 3rd Place – Rings

BRONZE

  • Sienna O’B (Room 17): 3rd Place – Beam
  • Millie W (Rm 11) – Participation

STEP 4

  • Jermaine L (Room 10): 2nd Place Overall (Beam – 2nd / Bars – 1st)

STEP 5

  • Alana H (Room 5): 3rd Place – Vault

Cross Country Championships 2019

June 11, 2019

59c68b06eb63f.imageDate: Wednesday 19th June (Postponement date: 26th June)

Venue: Halswell Quarry

Supervisors: Mr Evers, Miss Scott (Rm 10), Mrs Newton

Team List (Who is taking part?):

Heaton Cross Country Team 2019
  • Morgan C (Room 2) will be running under the name Ashton C (who will be absent)
  • Lexie R (Room 9) will be running under the name Kaiyah R (who will be absent)
  • Josh D (Room 21) will be running under the name Felix N (who will be absent)
  • Jorja S (Room 8) will be running under the name Hannah C (who will be absent)

Meeting Time: All students are required to meet Mr. Evers in the Heaton hall when the 8:40am bell sounds. The team bus will depart promptly at 8:55am so please ensure you are organised.

Event Times (approx):

  • Year 7 Girls (3km) – 11:10am start time
  • Year 7 Boys (3km) – 11:25am start time
  • Year 8 Girls (3km) – 11:40am start time
  • Year 8 Boys (3km) – 11:55am start time

Marshalling Assistance: If you are attending the event to watch and support your son/daughter and you are able to assist Mr Evers with marshaling duties, please contact him prior to Friday 14th June (everst@heaton.school.nz). Any support would be greatly appreciated

Cost: Participation in the cross country will incur a cost that covers the return bus trip to Halswell Quarry. This will be added to your school account. If you have questions or concerns please contact our Executive Office, Anne Marie (grigga@heaton.school.nz)

Maps / Rules / Information:

Cross Country Map 2019
Cross Country Information 2019

Equipment Requirements: Please note, no spikes can be used for this event

  • Heaton PE Kit
  • Packed lunch with sufficient healthy snacks
  • Lots of water
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. ventolin, epipen
  • Tracksuit pants, a weatherproof jacket and warm-over garment top
  • Spare shoes
  • Plastic bag to transport any wet or muddy clothing

Additional Information: If for any reason you no longer wish to take part or are sick on the day of the event, please email Mr. Evers asap so the opportunity can be offered to another student.

Tuesday Sport Reports: Ben P (Rm 11)

June 10, 2019
Football Programme

On Tuesday 11th June a game of Football was held at Elmwood Park as part of the Tuesday Sport Program. The students were divided into four groups where each group played their own football game to prevent overcrowding. The games were run by St Andrews school graduates, as part of the St Albans Shirley Football Club. It was great to hear the students enjoying themselves and loving their football.

Youthtown –  Ki-o-Rahi Game

On Tuesday 28th May, a full on game of Ki-o-Rahi took place on the Heaton field as part of the Tuesday sport program, run by youth organisation Youthtown. Ki-o-Rahi is a fast-paced ball sport played in New Zealand where two teams of seven players play on a circular field divided into zones. Teams score points by touching the ‘pou’ (boundary markers) and hitting a central ‘tupu’ or target. It was an epic, fun packed game.

Heaton Cross Country 2019

June 10, 2019

A massive congratulations to all of our Heaton students for their efforts and enthusiasm at the 2019 school cross country. The event was fantastically organised and coordinated by our dedicated Heaton Sport Leaders, who did a superb job both in preparation and on the race day.

The top 10 students in each age group will now compete in the Primary/Intermediate School Cross Country Championships, held at Halswell Quarry on Wednesday 19th June. We would also like to recognise the achievements of those students who finished in the top 3 of their respective races:

Year 7 Boys 

  1. Max A (11:36)
  2. Hiro F (12:21)
  3. Isaac S (12:25)

Year 7 Girls

  1. Lucia I (12:26)
  2. Ella H (12:41)
  3. Lara M (13:18)

Year 8 Boys

  1. Hamish G (11:34)
  2. Milan M (11:46)
  3. Korban C (12:00)

Year 8 Girls

  1. Kate C (12:19)
  2. Eden N (12:52)
  3. Kaiyah R (12:56)
HOUSE RESULTS
  • Year 7: 1st (Rhodes 155 points) / 2nd (Elmwood 137 Points) / 3rd (Otahuna 132 Points)
  • Year 8: 1st (Tikao 169 points) / 2nd (Lansdowne 161 Points) / 3rd (Purau 116 Points)

Heaton Cross Country 2019

May 21, 2019

The Heaton cross country races will be a fun house event that focuses on participation and involvement. All students are expected to take part in their designated race. 

DATE:Thursday 6th June 2019 (Postponement date: 7th June)

VENUE: Heaton Intermediate Fields / Elmwood Park (reserve course)

MARSHALING: The race will be organised, timed, marshaled etc. by our Heaton sports leaders. Year 7 Sports leaders will coordinate the year 8 races, and year 8 sports leaders will coordinate the year 7 races. This event provides an opportunity for our sports leaders to take on the responsibility of coordinating a race, so please be patient and considerate.

EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS (WHAT DO I WEAR?): Students must ensure they have the following equipment with them on race day

  • Heaton PE Kit (shorts and shirt)
  • Suitable running shoes – some of the course will be on paths so no spikes
  • Water bottle
  • Warm Jacket to wear prior and after your race
  • Coloured house shirt (if students wish to run in their house colours)
  • All relevant personal medication e.g. ventolin

COMPETITIONS: The Heaton Cross Country is a shield event. Students will earn the following house points for taking part, and for their final placings:

  • 1st = 20 points
  • 2nd = 15 points
  • 3rd = 10 points
  • 4th – 10th = 5 points
  • 11th- 20th = 3 points
  • 21st – 30th = 2 points
  • 31st + = 1 point

Based on the race results (placings and times), the top 10 students from each gender/year level will be invited to represent Heaton at the Cross Country Championships, held at the Halswell Quarry on Wednesday 19th June

MEETING TIMES:

  • Sports Leaders:All sports leaders are required to meet Mr Evers outside the PE shed at 8:00am. Please be prompt as we need to mark out and set up the course
  • Year 7:All year 7 classes are required to meet at the adventure playground by 9:00am. Please line up in your gender and house groups (signs will direct students where to meet).
  • Year 8: All year 8 classes are required to meet at the adventure playground by 10:50am. Please line up in your gender and house groups (signs will direct students where to meet).

RACE TIMES: Please note that race times may be subject to change depending on weather, finish times etc.

  • Year 7 Boys: 9:15am
  • Year 7 Girls: 9:40am
  • Year 8 Boys: 11:00am
  • Year 8 Girls: 11:25am

Heaton Cross Country Map 2019

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Map Directions / Key / Information

  • Runners start at the green triangle (this area will be clearly marked out and have our sports leaders stationed to direct students)
  • Students will run 2 x full clockwise laps of the red track. Students must make sure they head right when they get close to the Elmwood Park sand, and head up towards St Andrews.
  • On the third lap, students will cut in close to the netball courts, and finish back at the starting position (red triangle)
Heaton (Reserve/Back Up) Course – in the event our fields are flooded

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Map Directions / Key / Information

  • Runners start at the green triangle (this area will be clearly marked out and have our sports leaders stationed to direct students) and run three clockwise maps of Elmwood Park.
  • Students will finish the race back at the starting position (red square)

2019 Basketball Training Schedule

May 12, 2019
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MONDAYS
  • Before school (7:40am): Hawks and Hammerheads Combined Training (Tim)
  • Lunch (12:45pm): Harriers and Herons Combined Training (Tim)

TUESDAYS

  • Before school (7:40am): Hawks (Tim)
  • After school (3:15pm): Hurricanes (Guy/Eamon)
WEDNESDAYS
  • Lunch (12:45pm): Hammerheads (Tim)
  • Lunch (12:45pm): Hyenas (Boss)
  • After school (3:15pm): Hornets (Connor)
THURSDAYS
  • After school (3:15pm): Huskies (Jacob)

FRIDAYS

  • Lunch (12:45pm): Harriers and Herons Combined Training (Tim)

Students have an expectation to attend their weekly training session and coaches will be keeping an attendance register. If you cannot attend your training session, you must email your coach to let them know, and try to make the training session of your buddy team (please see below):

Buddy Teams

  • Hornets and Huskies
  • Hurricanes and Hyenas
  • Hawks and Hammerheads
  • Harriers and Herons

Coach Emails (if you cannot attend a training or game, please email)

  • Mr Evers (Hawks, Hammerheads, Harriers, Herons) – everst@heaton.school.nz
  • Mr Phanpho (Hyenas) – phanphob@heaton.school.nz
  • Hornets (Connor) – cne8958@stacmail.net
  • Huskies (Jacob) – HowisonJI17@student.cbhs.school.nz
  • Hurricanes (Guy & Eamon) – gda0454@stacmail.net & ene2775@stacmail.net

Basketball Draws

May 5, 2019

Please select the link below to access the weekly Bishopdale Basketball Draw. Students must arrive 15 minutes before tip off so they can meet with your coaches.

If you are unable to make a game, you must communicate this with Mr Evers via email (everst@heaton.school.nz) so your coaches are aware of how many students will be in attendance.

Remember to bring your mouthguard each week, as players will not be taking the court without it.

Final Basketball Games 2019

A reminder that students must hand in their basketball singlet following their game (except for the Heaton Hawks and Heaton Harriers). 

2019 Weekly Winter Sport Teams & Initial Information

May 5, 2019

I would like to recognise the fantastic efforts from all of our Heaton students who trialled for a weekly winter sport team this year, and our dedicated teachers/coaches who coordinated the sessions. If you are named in a squad, your specific team will be decided over the course of the next week, and this will be communicated to you by your coaches before the first game. If you have been named in a team however no longer wish to take part, or discover that your name has been listed in multiple teams, please email Mr Evers asap (everst@heaton.school.nz) so alterations can be made.

Confirmed 2019 Heaton Teams

Mr Evers is currently in negotiation with some outside sport providers (rugby, netball, yoga, youth-town etc.), so we can offer some specialist sport programmes for students who will be remaining back at school on Tuesday afternoons. Any student who has missed out on selection or who did not register for trials will have the option of signing up for these specific programmes later this week. School sport programmes will also be coordinated during this time for any student who would prefer this option.

As soon as all of our teams are finalised, a blog post will be created that outlines meeting times, equipment requirements, venues, maps, rules, costs etc. so please ensure you check in regularly this week so you are prepared for our start on Tuesday 14th May.

Heaton Basketball Teams 2019

May 3, 2019

A huge thank you to all students who registered and took part in basketball trials over the last few weeks. The attitude and performances were fantastic and we are really excited for the season ahead.

As I mentioned at trials, if you were unsuccessful in making a team this year and you are still very interested in taking part, please come and see Mr Evers and he can link you with a team to train with. This way, if we have any injuries, illness or absences there may be scope for you to play some Friday evening games.

Heaton Basketball Teams 2019

WEEK ONE TRAINING SCHEDULE

The first week of trainings will be combined so we can finalise a few details. Please look at the schedule below so you are aware of when and where you need to meet next week.

  • Monday 6th May before school (7:45am, Heaton Hall) – Hawks and Hammerheads
  • Monday 6th May @ lunchtime (12:45pm, Heaton Hall) – All girls players
  • Wednesday 8th May before school (7:45am, Heaton Hall) – Huskies and Hornets
  • Wednesday 8th May @ lunchtime (12:45pm, Heaton Hall) – Hyenas and Hurricanes

 

Mt Huxster’s Mountain Bike Race 2019

April 9, 2019

The Mt Huxter’s MTB race mission states that they want to get people riding bikes everyday, and always be happy when on a bike. We think the pictures above support this one hundred percent!

A huge congratulations to all of our Heaton competitors who braved the bitter cold and heavy rain to compete in the 2019 Mt Huxter’s Mountain Bike Challenge. The results of our Heaton athletes can be found below, with the first number indicating their overall placing in an individual or pairs respective races.

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Inter-Schools Duathlon 2019

April 5, 2019

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Congratulations to all 24 Heaton students who competed brilliantly in the 2019 Inter-Schools Duathlon. There were a record number of participants in this event so competition was at an all time high. We would also like to recognise the notable performances of the following students, who finished in the top 10 of their respective races:

Year 7 Boys 

  • Josh D (34 minutes 27 seconds) – 8th Overall

Year 8 Boys

  • Hamish G (30 minutes 48 seconds) – 8th Overall
  • Will H (30 minutes 59 seconds) – 9th Overall

Year 8 Girls

  • Kate C (33 minutes 38 seconds) – 10th Overall

For a full results list, please select the following link: 2019 Duathlon Results

Water Polo kicks off for 2019

February 25, 2019

With five water polo teams competing this term, interest at Heaton is at an all time high. A big thank to Vanessa and our ex Heaton students (Lucy, Isaac, Alex and Caleb), who have taken on coaching responsibilities and are sharing their expertise and passion with our Heaton teams.

Best of luck for the next six weeks students and have fun!

Girls’ National Cricket Tournament 2019

November 13, 2019

A huge congratulations on qualifying for the 2019 National Tournament ladies, we are so excited to see you compete and are very proud of your achievements. Please ensure you read all the following information carefully, and contact Mr. Evers via email if you have any questions or concerns. Please be aware that some information may be subject to change so please check the blog regularly over the next week.

Tournament Dates: 

Students are required on the afternoon/evening of Wednesday 20th November (Opening Ceremony / Dinner), and the competition dates are Thursday 21st – Saturday 23rd November (inclusive)

Timetable:
Wednesday 20th November

All players are required to attend the pre-tournament function (Opening Ceremony and Players Dinner). The girls’ are required to meet  in the canteen foyer after school. At approx. 3:30 pm, Barry and Mrs Edge will transport the students out to Lincoln and will supervise them for the duration of the afternoon / early evening. Students will have an opportunity to walk around the venue, familiarise themselves with the grounds, and participate in an optional filmed session organised by Cricket NZ (consent notes will be distributed and must be returned if you would like to take this opportunity).

Students will not require any money, cricket equipment or specific gear on the Wednesday. Students must be wearing their Heaton PE uniform, Heaton hat and jacket (which will be supplied).

  • Managers/Coaches Meeting: 5:30pm @ Bert Sutcliffe Pavilion
  • Opening Ceremony: The opening ceremony will take place at the Lincoln University Food Hall after the pre-tournament meeting (6.15pm)
  • Players Dinner: There will be a BBQ Dinner at the Lincoln University Food Hall for all teams immediately after the opening ceremony (6.30pm). Food will be supplied by New Zealand Cricket.

At the conclusion of the dinner (approx. 7:15 pm), students will be transported back to school, where they can be collected from Heaton. Barry will send out a group text when we are leaving the venue so we can ensure prompt collection from school.

Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd November

All players are required to meet at the Heaton flagpole 8:00am each morning. We will be departing promptly at 8:15am so please contact Barry if you are stuck in traffic or have any concerns.

No lunch is required on competition days as this is supplied by NZ Cricket. We will provide healthy snacks, however all players must have a named drink bottle and sun tan lotion for all competition days.

Following Thursday and Fridays matches there will be team dinners and a debrief for the girls: Thursday evening @ Lexie’s and Friday evening @ Lucy’s.]

Heaton Supervision: Miss Caygill will be looking after the girls on Thursday, Mrs Edge on Friday, and Mr Evers on Saturday.

Saturday 23rd November

All players are required to meet at the Heaton flagpole 7:45am. We will be departing promptly at 7:55am so please contact Barry if you are stuck in traffic or have any concerns.

Again, no lunch is required on Saturday as this is supplied by NZ Cricket. We will provide healthy snacks, however all players must have a named drink bottle and sun tan lotion for all competition days.

  • Closing Ceremony: The closing ceremony will take place on completion of the final round of games. Teams need to make their way to outside the Bert Sutcliffe Pavilion promptly after their match. Following the closing ceremony there will be a dinner at Cam’s and all parents are welcome to attend.
Additional Important Information
  • All personal medication e.g. Ventolin, must be packed and with your daughter on each competition day.
  • All girls must bring any personal cricket equipment they require (bat, pads, gloves etc.) If you require any additional kit, please see Mr. Evers as he can assist with this
  • The team will compete in their new Heaton cricket polo, whites (trousers) and Heaton cap. Please ensure you also have your Heaton PE top with you just in case
  • Please ensure any additional snacks/drinks you provide are healthy i.e. no fizzy and no chewing gum
  • Mrs. Edge, Miss Caygill and Mr. Evers will be your Heaton contact/manager/support people. Please touch base with them if you have any questions or concerns leading up to or during the tournament
  • Live Scoring: All games will be live scored on the NZC application along with cricHQ. Please make sure you download one or both of these before the tournament begins

  • WhatsApp (Managers/Coaches): For each tournament Cricket NZ create a Whatsapp group. This provides a medium for questions to be asked and the answers be shared across all teams. If you don’t have it already, please download the app from your app store and in the coming days I will load you to the tournament group. Please feel free to ask any questions you have through the app.

Tournament Resources (please read carefully)
2019 Playing Conditions & Rules
National Primary School Shield Draw
National Primary School Shield Handbook 2019
Venues, Maps & Parking

Heaton Girls’ Qualify for Nationals 2019

November 4, 2019

Canterbury Finals 2019 – Coaches Report

This year the Canterbury finals were contested between Heaton, Craighead (Timaru), Waimea (Nelson) and STAC (Christchurch)

Game 1 : Heaton 190/2 beat Craighead 7 in 6.1 overs.

The girls were actually quite nervous coming into this game. We lost the toss and Craighead asked us to bat and they grabbed their first wicket in the second over. Emily D came in early and scored a decent 17 before being bowled. Kate C opened the batting and along with Lexie took us through to the 15 over with about 150 on the board (Kate C 34* and Lexie Rouse 40*) – they were both retired allowing the rest of our batters a chance to impress. Lily and Ava were given 3 overs and scored 10 and 9 respectively. Eden and Kate S were given 2 overs and scored 6 and 4 . We ended the innings on 190.

Although Craighead were dismissed for a very small score, the Heaton bowling was actually outstanding and possibly the best all round bowling attack the school has ever had. Millie S took a great catch at first slip, 1 run out and 5 bowled accounted for the remaining wickets. Ava Finished with 2 overs 3 wickets /4 runs, Eden 2/1/1 and Lexie 1/2/0.

Game 2 : Heaton 143/5 beat Waimea 35 all out in 16 overs

Waimea had just finished a nail biting game with STAC losing in the last ball, we got a glimpse of their fielding and bowling and they looked very useful. We won the toss and batted first. Kate C batted through the innings unbeaten on 38*. She was supported by Lexie with an aggressive 28, Lily 13, Ava 17 and an impressive quick-fire 11* by Millie S.

Our goals were a run out and 2 catches as well as bowling great lines. Ava continued her fine form collecting 4/3/5 including a great catch by Emily at Silly Mid On. Captain Lucy bowled well with 3/1/3  but combined beautifully with Lexie for 2 well executed run outs. Eden and Millie each got a wicket.

Game 3 : Heaton 126/5 beat StAC 44 all out in 13.1 overs

A perfect morning and both teams undefeated, crunch time with the victor going on to represent Canterbury in the nationals.

The toss was won by captain Lucy who opted to bat first. We got off to a cautious start wanting to ensure that our openers did their job when really needed. Kate (13) and Lucy (37) did just that. Lexie came in with a quick fire 27 and Emily with a solid 20. Lily (9) continued her good form and Millie S again came in and continued the attack with 3 off as many balls. We were happy with the total of 126 and confident it was defendable.

Our bowling attack is the strongest I think Heaton has ever had. Ava opened the bowling and got instant success with their opener out caught (Emily) first ball. Second ball – dot, third ball LBW, 4th ball LBW and the game was as good as over with STAC’s top 3 batters back in the pavilion without a run on the board. Captain Lucy and Lexie decided to maintain the pressure and soon STAC were dismissed for 43 in 13.1 overs. Ava produced an amazing spell 3.1 overs 4 wickets for 16 runs. Her seasoned opening  bowling partner, Eden, also bowled beautifully with 3/2/3 and Lucy 3/2/3. The other pleasing thing was our fielding with 2 more run outs and no dropped catches.

A proud coach, a delighted team and a proud supportive group of parents and family.  All looking forward to attending nationals in the hope of playing some great cricket, having fun and meeting new friends. Let’s see if we are good enough for a 6th title in 8 years for Heaton Intermediate.

Term 4 Full Pool Water Polo Competition 2019

October 15, 2019

Please access the following links below to check who is registered for the Term 4. 

All weekly results and draws are posted on the Canterbury Water Polo website:

Draws will also be advertised in the school daily notices. It is the responsibility of students to ensure they check the weekly draw and be poolside at least 15 minutes prior to your game start time so you can meet your coaches.

Please arrive to games wearing your Heaton PE shirt over the top of your togs, so you are easily recognisable for your coaches.

If you are registered in the Heaton B team and you are unable to attend a game, please communicate this with Mr Evers via email (everst@heaton.school.nz). If you are a Heaton A player and you cannot attend a match, please contact your coach Vanessa directly. This way we can ensure we have sufficient numbers for each game, and can organise replacement players if required.

Term 4 Competition Dates (6 games total):
  • Monday 21st October
  • NO WATER POLO on 28th OCT due to Labour Day
  • Monday 4th November
  • Monday 11th November
  • Monday 18th November
  • Monday 25th November
  • Monday 2nd December
Training Sessions (Compulsory for Heaton A Players, Optional for Heaton B Players)
For our Full Pool Water Polo players, Christ’s College Pool has been booked on Thursday evenings for training sessions from 7:00pm – 8:00pm on the following dates:
  • 24th Oct (week 2)
  • 31st Oct (week 3)
  • 7th Nov (week 4)
  • 14th Nov (week 5)

N.B. There will be a small additional charge for students who attend these sessions to cover pool hire costs. This will be added to your school account at the completion of the season, and is expected to be approx. $4-$5 per student, per week. If you have any questions, please contact Tim Evers.