Trident High School Yearbook

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Investiture Speech by Moira Hanna, Board of Trustees Chairperson.
Kia ora koutou katoa. A warm welcome to all of you, in particular distinguished guests. Whilst we celebrate the excellent leadership of Mr Gurney and
those before him, this moment in time is an exciting pivot point for our school, as we welcome Adrienne Scott-Jones to the position of principal. tt’s a real
privilege for this Board to have been involved in the appointment of our new tumuaki.

Our job was to appoint the best person for the role, and we are very satisfied that we have done what we set out to achieve. We asked you all - staff and
students and the community - what kind of leader you wanted. We kept your aspirations at the forefront of our decision making. Mrs Scott-Jones was our
Acting Principal in Term One of this year. Her job, back then, was to keep the ship on an even keel for ten calm weeks. tt didn’t quite work out like that.
Adrienne found herself leading an expert team at the school through the effects of a global crisis. She adapted quickly, and worked fearlessly and decisively
to ensure that every student had access to learning resources at home during lockdown. tt was these skills, as well as her love of education, her knowledge
of curriculum, her ability to motivate the people around her and build a team, and her expertise in communication across all levels that landed her the job,
and t have no doubt that Trident will continue to thrive with Adrienne as our Principal.

Mrs Scott-Jones is going to lead our school in a new direction. tt won’t be radical, but things will be different. She is going to challenge you. She is going to
make us all squirm a bit, because change does that to people. But at the heart of all the change lies her very strong desire to see every Trident student in
front of me achieve at their highest possible level. And while you are busy doing that, she wants you to feel part of a warm school community that nurtures
your wellbeing, and recognises your strengths in other areas.

Ko ta maatau te timatanga o te waa hou - ours is the dawning of a new era. tt is an honour to congratulate Adrienne on the position and t look forward to
working alongside her to foster excellence in each and every one of you.

Moira Hanna, Chairperson. Trident High School Board of Trustees.

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“As we farewell Mr Gurney today, it's timely to
acknowledge his own journey in education, as
well as the tremendously positive influence he
has had on thousands of students and fellow
staff members over the last 41 years.
Mr Gurney’s own pathway of teaching began
back in 1979, graduating with a BA Honours
HEDPGSec (Rhodes University) and later a
Bachelor of Education from the University of
Cape Town. tn 1984, he progressed to Head of
English at Queen’s College, Queenstown RSA,
then moved to Cape Town as Vice-Principal at
Fish Hoek Senior High in 1986, Deputy Principal
at Pinelands High School in 1990 and Senior
Deputy Principal at The Settlers High School in
1992. 1995 saw him commence as Principal of
Sea Point High School in Cape Town.
Arriving at Trident High School in 1998, he
headed the English department from 1998, then became Deputy Principal in 1999, and in 2014, the Principal, following Peter Tootell’s departure.
The move to New Zealand saw him continue his own learning journey, obtaining a Master of Teaching in 2006 (Distinction) and a Master of Education
in 2010 (Distinction), both from Otago University. Mr Gurney has a cherished archive in his mind, of wonderful memories over these years.
Most significantly, in his years at Trident, he most especially enjoyed teaching Classics and discovering a new passion in the ancient world. He is
particularly proud of supporting and facilitating students in the Classics class to reach Scholarships over a number of years, as well as teaching Media
Studies and having students gain Scholarship in that subject. Being part of Trident’s success in the Scholarship examinations by witnessing three top NZ
Scholars from 2014, 2015 and 2016 receive their awards in Parliament was a momentous achievement.
Touring around Europe in 2013 with the first Trident Cultural Tour Group – Greece, ttaly, Spain, France was another highlight, bringing to life all the
many classroom lessons in Classics. Mr Gurney also fondly recalls initiatives such as picking up rubbish around the district, or planning native plants at
Ohiwa with the Clean Green Team during Thursday electives!
tt’s no secret that Mr Gurney also loves sport, and in particular cricket and rugby, both of which he coached at various levels for at least forty years.
Every Saturday during the school term, you would always find him on the sidelines, coaching or supporting and encouraging all players. Touring to
South America with the South African Champion rugby school as Manager /Coach, and touring Australia with Trident 1st Xt Cricket and Trident 1st XV
Rugby as Coach were also great moments in his time here at Trident.
“Being part of a growing successful school, with a wide range of activities, a focused staff, a wonderful group of students and a supportive community
will be my enduring memory of Trident”, says Mr Gurney.
We are sad to farewell such a devoted and experienced leader, but also celebrate the decision he has made, to explore other facets of his life, such as
writing, travelling, and spending time with family. tt’s no surprise that his personal philosophy is to “never stop learning, it is the journey and not the
final destination that makes one a full human being”. Mr Gurney, you are a real inspiration to us all and we treasure the legacy of lifelong learning that
you have instilled in us all.”
Moira Hanna Chairperson
Trident High School Board of Trustees 25 September, 2020

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Thank you to all who made our Powhiri night a memorable and successful introduction to Trident for our new whanau.
We had Year 9 students looking fabulous in our Trident uniform, engaged and supportive whanau contributing to their
students education right from the outset. Year 13 Peer Support Leaders demonstrated maturity and confidence in
welcoming our youngest members of the school to Trident and teachers ensured that the evening was informative,
supportive and set the tone for our exciting year ahead. We go forth with pride and excitement into what will be a great
2020. tt was great to see the form teacher groups meet and greet their students and whanau on the field signifying the
start of the school year within such a positive way.

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Bailey Rackham attended a Science camp in Wellington this year. Bailey went to Trident High School's English and
Wellington for 5 nights for Nanocamp. The entire camp was paid for and Bailey, Drama departments were fortunate
alongside students from around the country who were also chosen for the camp enough to have the pleasure of
stayed at Te Puni Village in Wellington. Nanocamp is all about experiencing all hosting highly acclaimed NZ writer
the science based opportunities around Wellington, of which there are many. Albert Belz this year. As a local
Bailey says she was surprised at how many different research centres there Whakatane born boy, Albert shared
were and how differently they operated from one another. where he takes inspiration for his
stories such as 'Astroman', a story
set in the 1980's about a boy who
loved 'Space tnvaders' as a way of
escaping the struggles of high
school.

The Eastern Bay Volunteer Fire
Brigade is based in Whakatane and
responds to vegetation fires, from
running grass fires to the large scrub
fires with intense heat and walls of
flame. Asger Evans and Jacob Bridge
are proud fire brigade members.

From left to right: Jeshua Oram, Clarke Spence, William Herewini, Daniel
Dalgleish, Courtney Wilson, Joeal Mita, Simon Winship, Lachlan Spence,
Gemma Wilshier, Liam Bewley, Leo Read and Alan Spence (Musical Director).

This year the Music department celebrate all 11 past and present students from Left to right: Asher Evans
Trident High School and Trident HOD Music Alan Spence (Musical Director) who and Jacob Bridge.
spent the last week of the school holidays in Christchurch practicing as members
of the 2020 National Youth Band of NZ. They presented 4 concerts; Christchurch,
Oamaru, Roxburgh and tnvercargill, gaining a standing ovation in all 4 concerts.
With 38 in the band the contingent from Trident made up almost a third of it.
Well done to all who were involved in the concerts, what a lucky audience those
were in Christchurch.

Our Prefects (right) played Cupids on Valentines Day this year delivering
roses to students, spreading love throughout the school.

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This year, Science teacher Miss Trident welcomed Giulia de Almeida
Nolan was one of 24 participant this year. From Pirapozinho, Sao Paulo,
teachers selected from schools Brazil, Giulia is here for a year on a
throughout New Zealand to take student exchange and was placed
part in the Science Teaching with Jo, Hamish and Kyle Galloway.
Leadership Programme.
The programme is funded by the
Ministry of Business, tnnovation and Employment (MBtE) through Curious
Minds and is managed by the Royal Society Te Apārangi. The focus of the
programme is around the teaching of Science and teachers are placed in host
organisations to get a good understanding of the Nature of Science Strand of
the curriculum. Miss Nolan is being hosted by Plant and Food Research in
Te Puke and is learning about kiwifruit and avocados!

Ken Chapman

Martin Gray (above) and Ken Chapman (above right) are Mr Gurney spent some time in May catching up with our Year 9
part of Trident’s fantastic support staff (left) who are and 10 students. As Mr Gurney had been on sabbatical leave in
integral to the smooth running of the school. term 1, this was the first time some of our Year 9 students had an

Our indomitable office staff pictured in January, ready to take on opportunity to meet him at the start of term 2.
2020 with then acting, now Principal, Mrs Adrienne Scott-Jones.

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2 Length Free Style 2 Length Backstroke
SB - Elliot Brown 39.63secs, Brad Warren 39.69secs SB - Michael Esterhuizen 1.01secs
SG - Tessa Dodson 46.81secs SG - Tessa Dodson - 1.00.37secs
tB - Joshua Jackson 45.81secs, Hugh Oyanagi 46.41secs, tB - Joshua Jackson 1.02.78secs, Matthew Reihana-Asquith
Bailey Fredericksen 49.63secs 1.09.47secs, Kalib Schuler 1.09.85secs
tG - Zoey Salt 49.84secs, Zoe Christie 51.62secs, tG - Zoey Salt 1.07.75secs, Caitlin Esterhuizen 1.11.43secs,
Caitlyn Esterhuizen 53.07secs Zoe Christie 1.12.34secs
JB - Ben Hipkiss 48.84secs, Tuku Timoti 51.35secs, JB - Ben Hipkiss 1.16.53secs, Kayan McCoubrie 1.26.97secs,
Kayan McCoubrie 52.25secs Braeden Webster 1.30.78secs
JG - Hannah Baxter 45.28 secs, Layla Rowland 47.97 secs JG - Hannah Baxter 1.01.94secs, Layla Rowland 1.04.97secs,
Molly Byford 1.19.78secs
3 Length Free Style
SB - Michael Esterhuizen 1.10secs JG - HANNAH BAXTER
SG - Tessa Dodson 1.14.25secs, JB - BEN HtPKtSS
tB - Joshua Jackson 1.15secs, Matthew Reihana-Asquith 1.19 secs, tG - ZOEY SALT
Bailey Fredericksen 1.25secs tB - JOSHUA JACKSON
tG - Zoey Salt 1.19.22secs, Zoe Christie 1.21.00secs SG - TESSA DODSON
JB - Ben Hipkiss 1.31.53secs, Kayan McCoubrie 1.46.21secs, SB - MtCHAEL ESTERHUtZEN
Braeden Webster 1.53.59secs
JG - Hannah Baxter 1.12.40secs, Layla Rowlands 1.17.82secs 1st Place BUCK - 2160 points
2 Length Backstroke
SB - Michael Esterhuizen 53.53secs, SG - Tessa Dodson 51.53secs 2nd Place POMARE - 1920 points
tB - Joshua Jackson 55.78secs, Matthew Reihana-Asquith
1.02.60secs, Ned Steane 1.07.28secs 3rd Place KARA - 1245 points
tG - Zoey Salt 59.00secs, Zoe Christie 1.00.00secs,
Caitlyn Esterhuizen 1.02.00sec 4th Place NGATA - 650 points
JG - Hannah Baxter 53.84secs, Layla Rowland 57.50secs

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The Covid-19 lockdown saw staff and students
from the Trident whanau come together and
share their lockdown experience as part of the

Trident Isolation Games 2020. The Prefect team
chose the following winners for house points.

1st place student and teacher for the cooking and
baking challenge: Ashley Boreham (9JC, Buck)
and Shae Watson (10GR, Buck) Mrs Emery

Bumblebees 1st place for the fort challenge: Bonnie-Marie
Wetting (10MY, Kara) and Elijah Wetting (10SH,
Pomare)

1st place for the marble challenge: Jack Waugh
(Mr. Loft's form class, Pomare)1st place for the
ping pong challenge: Jack Waugh
(Mr. Loft's form class, Pomare)

Baking entries from Mrs Haydon-Howard 1st place student and teacher for the arts and
and Rosie Perfect. craft challenge: Ashley Boreham (9JC, Buck)
Mrs Shaw.

Staff, students and families also shared their lockdown experiences !!

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Our prefect team kicked off the year
by attending a leadership camp at
Tui Ridge. The team spent time
working on planning the year
around the initiatives they wish to
implement in the school this year.
Mr Rowland and Mrs Haydon-
Howard reported that the camp was
successful and the group is of the
highest calibre, making for an
exciting 2020. Well done to our Mr
Rowland, Mrs Haydon- Howard and
our prefects who made this camp
the success it was, we look forward
to your contribution to our school.

tn September, the Trident SADD group organised a week that focused on learning about the serious impacts of driving drunk. Here are
some photos of the last day when local emergency services worked together to show what it takes to get people out of a crashed car.
Well done to Ashmita Sharma for organising this day and the Year 12's for organising such an important and informative week.

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Congratulations to all our award winners! Trident was represented very highly in the Young Achievers Award ceremony in
November. We had JM Pastrana on the guitar for the entrance music, Delenn Geary as an announcer for the Youth Council
and of course we had our numerous award winners who make Trident so immensely proud. Award winners came from a
mix of sporting and cultural prize winners who perform in their sport, music or cultural practice at national level or take first
place at a regional level event.

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SPIRIT WEEK TEAM TRIDENT
TWIN DAY pulled together
to support Riley
The Year 13’s McGovern in
organised a week 2020 with many
of events including
dress like a twin day students in
yellow - Riley's
which was very favourite colour.
successful and fun. The gold coin
donation raised
SEC supporting Riley McGovern over $500 on the
day and was
donated to a
fund to show
support for Riley
and her family.
Kia Manawa Nui

Riley!

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A busy year in the library with our Chess club, weaving and Book Club. tn weaving we are making the pieces for a Pake (a rain cloak), once
we have finished the prep, we will weave together. Our wonderful weaving teacher Poihere Knight is sharing her skills and knowledge with
staff and students alike. Zoey Stephenson year 13 (photo top right) the most senior of the librarians has left school at the end of this year.
Holly Rickard and Awatea Rua (pictured top left) have been busy assisting with issues and returns, book covering, displays (including tree
building) amongst other library activities. Our library tree is covered in Masks made for dress like an animal day. The Library Catalogue
system is online and can be reached by using the Library Search icon on your homepage. There is access to our book catalogue and
National Library Websites with amazing information and resources. Also archives of past photos, school magazines and articles have been
uploaded to the catalogue. Using the year as a search is the best way to find these. Our audio and ebooks range has become more
popular for reader especially during our level 4 lockdown and an awesome alternate way for students to enjoy reading whether it’s an
ebook or listening to an audio book. To access this: Download wheelers eplatform in your app store, search for Trident High School, browse
then use your student (number only) and school password to download book. Kai pai and we wish you all the best for summer holidays.

With lockdowns on and off around the country, it was uncertain if chess tournaments could
continue as they have been in the past. The major secondary schools’ tournaments were
cancelled in the end, however, Chesspower, nationwide chess organisation transferred
their tournaments online and this is where Trident flourished!
tn August, 12 Trident students lined up against virtual opponents in the online Whakatane/
Gisborne/Napier regional chess tournament. The Trident Blue Chess Team won the team
section. Trident Blue, consisting of Ben Thoresen, Tuhakaraina Kohunui, Roczen Juan, Spike
Wonacott, Noah Owen and Ezrah Collins, then qualified for the national finals in Auckland
in October. Ben Thoresen was the second overall player in the senior division, losing only 1
game against the eventual winner of the tournament. We entered our top 5 players, Ben
Thoresen, Tuhakaraina Kohunui, Noah Owen and Ezrah Collins and Cade Lopez in the team for the national tournament. Although there
was an option to play in person in Auckland, the team decided on the online format once again. Trident finished the tournament 4th in the
country. The team started slowly before finding their groove, playing a total of 9 games each over the day. They finished only 1 point
behind 3rd place. Player of the day was Ben Thoresen who finished 16th in the individual rankings. Congratulations to Ben who leaves us
this year. He has had a great two years as school chess champion. He is a formidable and unforgiving player whose take-no-prisoners style
has earned him a great reputation over the chess boards here at Trident.

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School started on February the 3rd. tn the first 3 weeks, we were sized and waiting for
our uniform to arrive, as well as preparing for our first event, tnduction Camp. The
preparation included push-ups, fitness such as the RFL (Army Fitness Test) and the
Beep Test. We also were introduced to learning Drill/Marching and learnt to operate
with a sense of urgency. We had strict timings for our class and a strict dress code.
These activities prepared us for tnduction Camp.

On the 2nd of March we attended the Central Regions Service
Academy tnduction Camp. The camp was run by the New
Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Youth Life Skills Unit made up of
serving personnel from the Army, Navy and Airforce. We took part in activities like Drill, physical training, team
building, trust activities, barrack routine, adventure-based learning and resilience training. Within the first week,
we did our first RFL, which consisted of a 2.4km run and your max pushups and curl-ups. The two weeks also
included a 4km cross country, assault course, and the Longest Day Challenge. We then had a full day of leaderless
tasks, problem-solving tasks, a team RFL and a team Assault Course. On our last day, we had our March Out
Parade and Prize Giving. Trident Service Academy won the fastest Academy time on the Assault Course.
The fastest male for Cross Country and RFL was awarded to Ben Moir, and fastest female cross country, RFL and
most improved was awarded to Ellie van Dusschoten. Holden Turner was awarded Top Student.

After camp, we had 1 week of school and then had the surprise of Lockdown for two months. Since we couldn’t be
at school we had lessons online. tn that time our Service Academy was revising for our Day Skippers Certificate. We
also had running challenges and workout videos from our Director Staff Shaw to keep us on top of our fitness in
lockdown. When school started up again we then spent two days at the Whakatane Coastguard learning about the
Maritime rules and were then tested on what we had learnt to then receive our certificate.

The next event was Basic/Advanced leaders camp, 4 of us were selected, Holden Turner, Caleb Bateson, Ellie van
Dusschoten and tsaac Tai. They were sent to the Trentham Military Base and enhanced their leadership skills and
confidence for the week. They were given the job to memorise and present a lesson about outdoors skills for
future camps, and then had to present to the other students back at School.

The class then began preparing for our next Camp, Bush Survival. We learnt ways to collect water, making
shelter, how to make traps to catch food, how to start and maintain a fire in wet weather conditions, search and
rescue operations and a basic survival kit which consisted of hooks, a blunt knife, emergency blanket, matches, fire
starter, a square of toilet paper, nylon, string and a rubbish bag. We then went to our camp which was located in
Manawahe. Damper was our only food for 2 days. We then walked to our campsite and were given 5 hours to find a
place to make our shelter and set up traps for each person in our team. During the night we had thunder, lightning
and lots of rain. After a couple of the group’s shelters collapsed, we were called in by Staff Shaw at 3 am to move
into the hut. tn the morning it was still raining, we then had the challenge of collecting firewood and kindling to start
and maintain a fire for 10 minutes in wet conditions, only 5 of the 20 of us passed that assessment.

On the 19th of October, our service academy then went to the Whakatane Fire Station, where we learnt the theory
of fires, what the firemen do and we got an up-close look at the fire engines. Then on the 21st, we made our way to Rotorua to the NZFS
National training centre where we got to put on the firefighter’s gear and put out fires. We went through the confidence rooms which
were obstacles in the pitch black, holding onto a rope with our teams. On the 27th of October, our class made our way over to Rotorua’s
Lake Ranch where we ran the tnterschool’s Tough Guy and Gal 12km. After running through mud, up hills and through electric fences Ben
Moir was awarded 3rd male, Ellie van Dusschoten was awarded 1st female and Nikita Stephenson was awarded 3rd female for the 12km.

We then attended the YDU Bushcraft/Adventure Challenge from Sunday the 1st to the 5th of November. tn this camp, we spent 3 of
those days hiking in the native bush of Whirinaki. The first day we spent the night at the campground then in the morning headed off for
our 3-day long tramp. The first day was the hardest, walking through ankle to waist-deep river crossings, up hills and through mud for
7km. The next day we woke up at 6:30 am to head off to Central Whirinaki Hut 9km. The last hike was 16km back to
the campground where we got a BBQ which was very appreciated after living off Ration Packs for 3 days. The next
morning we packed up and headed off home.

Overall 2020 Service Academy has given us the most surreal experience and has had interactions with the New
Zealand Defence Force and the New Zealand Fire and Emergency Centre. We have had the opportunity to increase
our confidence and self-discipline. Staff Shaw has made this year for us unforgettable and gave us a life-changing
experience. We gained life long skills and friendships. We have been challenged to our limits and are stronger
mentally and physically and share a close bond within our Service Academy.

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Toihoukura Art School exhibition in Gisborne. The focus of Toihoukura is to ensure the continuing
development of art forms that are specifically Māori.
left to right: Matua Jimmy Mclean, Matua Toko Waaka, Eru Rivers, Tanekaha Rangi, This is promoted through the development of, and
Deyton Koroheke, Sir Derek Lardelli, Pomana Ulufonua, Manawaru Rangihau,
Tiniwai Te Whetu, Tinirau Brady. participation in an arts ‘wānanga’ learning
environment that encourages the personal and

professional development of every student.

tn the October school holidays, we had a group of students from our Whakairo class head to Wellington to exhibit their beautiful whakairo.
We are proud of the group who have been displaying quality work and persistence to take advantage of the opportunity to exhibit their work on such

a prestigious platform. Thank you Matua Toko for guiding our students to be the best they can be and represent Trident in our capital.

14 Honoi Riley Kazsdy-Toa Tamati Ru Pomana Deyton

Te Putere o Potaka Marae Term 1 Marae Camp

This camp could not have happened without the organisation of Matua Mike, Matua
Manaakitanga, Matua Jimmy and we go to know Whaea Poihaere a little better. We
also had two of our Tuakana, Hinemaringi Scott and Lyrical Hohua with us. Then for
the Haukainga, our Hosts were Koro Rapaera, Koro Maaka, Kelly, Emily and her
family, Ohane and Nana as well. Thank you to everyone who made this camp so
memorable.

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Great Barrier tsland, what an experience!
On the Great Barrier trip we learnt all sorts of new and exciting things, on GBt there were many obsta-
cles we had to conquer, it all started with Covid-19, our trip got delayed multiple times by coronavirus
but we got there in the end! A challenging obstacle for most people would have been leaving home,
family and pets to stay on an island in the middle of nowhere for 5 weeks! On the island we started by
getting to know our groups Tui, Taiko and Kereru along with our awesome instructors Sam, Seth and
Chucky. The 27 of us were split into three groups and in those three groups we did outdoor activities
and expeditions together. Some activities include Bus paddle boarding, leap of faith, surf kayaking,
steep creaking, indoor and outdoor rock climbing, via ferrata, rafting, abseiling, sailing, coasteering,
snorkeling, hakea bombing and more! Speaking as a proud member of group Tui it can be said that you
really do get closer with everyone on the trip (even with people you wouldn’t expect to) and especially
the people in your group. We traveled many places around the island, up, across and sideways but
many peoples favourite destination on the island would be Kaikoura island where most of us traveled
on our first sea kayak expedition. Great Barrier is full of beautiful bays that are surrounded by beautiful
water where many people got to swim with wild dolphins! That was a highlight for most students.

Personally expeditions were my favourite because you got to stay the night at new destinations and
walk/kayak through beautiful scenery on the way. On Saturdays and Sundays were the instructors days
off, on these days it was either project day or “day off”. Project days were our way of giving back to the
island , we cleared tracks, cleaned beaches, went to Glen Fern sanctuary to help out and did other bits
and pieces around the camp. Our days off was our chance to catch up on our laundry, journals, clean
rooms and to do whatever you want, we were allowed to walk over to BBQ bay and swim around there
and you were also given the chance to get your rowboat license. On one of our free days we walked to
a beach and enjoyed free time there, some people fished, sunbathed and swam. Whanau overnight
was a camp that happened in the middle of our trip where all three groups went on our expedition
together, and evaluated our time on the island with our instructors. On the island you learn many cool
facts about animal life and native bush at the Glen Fern sanctuary. Our last expedition was a big one,
four days long! This meant lots and lots and lots of walking… in the rain! Of course the most terrible
weather on our trip landed on our four day exped which meant we couldn't go on a kayak expedition.
During this expedition we stayed at three different camp sites, all groups got to stay in a hut one night
which was luxury compared to being crammed in a tent for days. Four day Exped meant strategic
thinking when it came to what we would bring and carry all at once. But when we got back to camp in
Karaka bay (Orama) we dreaded going home, going home meant boring, repetitive school and for most,
annoying siblings to come back to. tt was hard to say goodbye knowing that we might not see our
amazing instructors or Orama ever again and the bonds we made together as a class might break and
we would be strangers once again but it had to be done, so we made our way onto the boat, bus and
we were home. This Great Barrier tsland trip was the best experience of my life and has taught me so
much and t am envious of the people who will get to go on this life changing trip in the years to come.
Bonnie.

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LEVEL 3 BtOLOGY
Our level 3 Biology class completed their Human Evolution topic. Part of the topic looked
at brain development and imagination with the ability of our ancestors to tell a story in
pictures. tn November, the class made paint brushes from toi toi and the paints were from
natural elements. Cochineal made from tiny beatles, purple from lichen, yellow using
tumeric, henna, etc. The students used these paints to create illustrations as their
ancestors would have done, what a fun way to end the topic of the work!

CSt tNVESTtGATORS

Our hard working and creative teachers Our Year 10 APEX class
are constantly evolving their courses visited Waimangu
and Ms Elliott has included a fun and
interesting unit into her programme. Thermal Valley. They
This term Ms Elliot’s Year 9 Science class had a guided walk and
have been working as CSt tnvestigators
and have been using their science skills a boat ride on Lake
to solve crimes. The students had to Rotomahana. They saw
separate mixtures and use indicators to the site of the pink and
solve the crimes. The students had fun
and learnt how to apply their new skills. white terraces and a
What a great way for students to learn huge geyser.
and apply their learning!

MtSS NOLAN - TRtDENT TEACHERS LEAD THE WAY

During Terms 1 and 2, Erin Nolan was a participant teacher in the
Science Teaching Leadership Programme which is run by the Royal
Society of New Zealand and funded by MBtE. The focus of the
programme is to get teachers teaching with a Nature of Science
focus and encouraging students to be thinking about the world
around them. tn her time away, she was hosted by Nick Gould at
Plant and Food research in Te Puke and learnt a lot about kiwifruit
and avocados. She was working with the Plant physiology team and
helped them in the beginning stages of their project on a type of red kiwifruit. Part of this
work involved her trialling methods and sharing her results throughout various groups at
Plant and Food research. Unfortunately, due to Covid-19 she wasn't able to go back to her
host post-lockdown as the researchers were largely working from home. Ms Nolan's
science professional development did not stop there! During lockdown, she participated in
online zoom workshops with the other participant teachers and completed professional
development activities at home. She has enjoyed being back in the classroom and trying
out tasks with a Nature of Science focus on her students. We look forward to seeing what
else she comes up with for our students!

Year 11 Double Science studied
Microorganisms this year.
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ART TRtP TO WELLtNGTON

tn term 1, senior Art students and our art teachers travelled to
Wellington to explore the national Arts Festival. Students were
inspired and awed by the diversity of the artwork from both local
and international artists and had the opportunity to speak with
artists and curators at several different galleries and exhibitions
around the city. All students have returned with a new inspiration
for their own art practice and the art department looks forward
to helping students develop their work with this great catalyst at
the start of the year.

Level 3 Folios 2020

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Teaching and Learning online Covid-19 lockdown was an eye opener for teachers and students to upskill into the online
world of zoom meetings, online classes, scheduled tutorials and lessons on Google
Classroom. Teachers and students rose to the challenge of working exclusively online.
Teachers also upskilled on how to make video lessons and digital resources with
Screencastify alongside other platforms for student lessons during lockdown.

Microsoft Minecraft Education Edition

At the start of Term 3, students in the Junior classes had lessons
available from the new Minecraft Education edition. The Education
Edition is a game-based learning platform that promotes creativity,
collaboration and problem-solving in an immersive digital world.
Educators around the world use Minecraft: Education Edition to
engage students across subjects and bring abstract concepts to
life. There are many possibilities for team based lessons and the
platform has proved popular with all students from the junior and
rotations.

Year 9 digital students investigate ipad coding platforms, the visualizer and the VR
headset platform in T11.

Mr Loft has been making the most of the BBC Microbits for his DTR Year 10 class 19
rotations and is keen to explore the new models in 2021 with additional features to try
in class with his students. The Micro Bit is an open source hardware ARM-based
embedded system designed by the BBC for use in computer education in the UK. tt was
first announced on the launch of BBC's Make tt Digital campaign in 2015 and has
developed a wide range of lessons online via the Makecode platform for students to try
new concepts in coding.

Production Band for Grease

Hugh Oyanagi – Piano. tvan Te Aotonga – Guitar, Matthew Lloyd – Bass Guitar, Darwin Lambourne – Guitar,
Maria Stove – Trombone, Aaron Harvey – Drums, Aria Dalgleish – Trumpet, Janna Labilles – Saxophone.
Mrs Yvonne Osborne – Keyboard and Alan Spence Musical Director.

Trident Choir

Throughout this year we have seen the development of the
Trident Choir which is a new ensemble within the music
department. Vocal Tutor Mrs Rachel Hand started the Choir at
the beginning of last year running it as an elective. During the
year the Choir have performed at the school end of term
concerts, several community events and they also performed
at the senior prize giving.

National Secondary Schools’ Band 2020

During the September/ October school holiday’s two Trident students represented the school as selected members of the 2020
National Secondary Schools’ Band. Aria Dalgleish and Maria Stove went to Taupo to spend a week practicing with the band before
presenting concerts in and around the Taupo area.

National Youth Band 2021

tn August this year the 2021 National Youth Band of New Zealand was announced with Aria Dalgleish successfully auditioning and
gaining a place in the development squad. Area will travel to Hamilton in January to train with the band.

School Production

A Highlight of the year was the musical production of Grease. A student band was put together for the production and contributed
greatly to this very successful production which was fortunately able to be held in late July. The 6 shows were all sold out well in
advance. All students and teachers who participated in this bi annual event are to be congratulated on an excellent achievement.
Considering that almost a whole term was lost in preparation time for the show, the performances were of high quality and very
professional. Well done Trident.

Other National Championship Musical Events.
Unfortunately, several national musical competitions which music students from

Trident would often successfully compete in were cancelled during the year.

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2020 National Youth Band of New Zealand Trident members.

National Youth Band of New Zealand

At the start of 2020, 11 past and present Trident High School students, Courtney Wilson, Clarke Spence, Lachlan Spence Leo Reid, Simon
Winship, Daniel Dalgleish, Joeal Mita, Liam Bewley, Jeshua Oram and Gemma Wilshire and William Herewini toured the South tsland as
members of the 2020 National Youth Band of New Zealand. HOD music at Trident High School, Alan Spence was the Musical Director of
the Band. They spent six days in Christchurch practicing and then completed concerts in Christchurch, Oamaru, Roxburgh and
tnvercargill.

2020 National Youth Jazz Championships

The Trident Big Band was well into its preparations to
make its 16th consecutive appearance at the National
Youth Jazz Championships in March however the event
was firstly postponed and then cancelled due to COVtD.

NZQA Scholarship Music

tn February the NZQA Scholarship results were
announced with Leo Read gaining a scholarship in

Music

Taiko Drumming Workshops

tn March Trident High School hosted Kenji Furutate, a Japanese Taiko drummer who performed and held workshops for
several music and Japanese classes. His amazing skills were very evident and the students enjoyed participating in the
workshops where they had the opportunity of playing on a variety of Taiko drums. As soon as Kenji had completed his
workshop he quickly headed to Auckland to fly back to Japan before the lockdown.

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What a show! We are so proud of the entire team for all the hard work that went into making the
show the success that it was. We have had many congratulatory comments from our community.

We spoke to some of the Year 9 and 10 students who were in Grease about their experiences.
The lively bunch of students were beaming ear to ear in talking about what Layla called a ‘life
changing experience!’ The students all agreed that performing in the production has pushed their
confidence levels in interacting with others, especially with older students, and now they have a
whole new set of role models in the senior students they got to know.

Layla Sullivan has been involved in theatre for some time, and dances competitively. She didn't
audition as she was away at the time, but was rapt to get in with her dance experience. It was
very different from Stage Door productions - so many more people involved and everyone was so
friendly. It was Layla’s first time working with senior students and she says it was great, everyone
supported each other the whole way through. Layla thinks everyone should try auditioning for a
production as it was so much fun!! Post productions she now thinks she is keen to explore
performing arts as a career. She says she is so thankful for the opportunity! Layla says “Sam (choreographer) was phenomenal, his high
energy and encouragement, he was ready with hugs and a confidence boosting chat at any time, he really lifted everyone's spirits,
everyone got along with him”.

Natalee Hughes says she is so pleased (at first shocked) that Miss Hand signed her up to be in Grease. “It was my first time in a show, I was
a dancer and singer. It was the most amazing experience of all my school years, the people I met, the skills I learnt, performing on stage.
During performances I realised I am keen to explore performing arts as a career option, it really has been life changing for me. Miss Hands
has given us lots of confidence with our singing as she pushed us to be the best we could be. We know that we have the skills from her
coaching so we always gave it 100%”. Ciaran Hicks was working in the lighting booth with Miss Boonen. He says he learnt a lot of new skills
and how to use new technology in stage lighting. “I think I will try out to be on stage in the next production - I love the camaraderie of the
stage crew. I enjoyed the experience, and the sense of pride seeing it all come together as it became more and more polished.”

Noah Chapman says he had originally wanted to do sound for the show, “but I did singing lessons and my coach and Mrs Robb pushed me
to try out for Teenangel. It was really fun, I knew lots of the seniors so it was great hanging out with the group. I want to continue to
perform - I want to go to performing arts school when I leave high school. I love to sing, dance and act! Backstage was a fun experience as
we had great laughs and made lifelong friendships. Nate gave me so much encouragement to give each show 100% even when I felt my
voice faulting, I am thankful for seniors like Nate and how encouraging they were.”

Jack Waugh says “I saw a poster for auditions, my sister and I thought we would try out, then I chickened out! I eventually got a push to try
out and I was the only year 9 boy there. I was surprised that I got in, but I was stoked! The experience was good and so much fun - on stage
and backstage. Dancing in a dress in front of 272 people each night was nerve wracking… and then having to go to school the next day! I
played 5 different roles so the costume changes were a big thing for me and it was so funny. It is funny now as people have asked my
signature out in public.”

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2020 has seen a stable Maths department team amongst a year of craziness and change. The year
started well with news that Jack Collis gained a Calculus Scholarship, as well as Linette Lengkeek
gaining a Statistics Scholarship. This combined with great NCEA Maths results meant we were in a
good place to start the new school year. And then COVID arrived in NZ. The rise of COVID meant the
Mathsmind Competition and the EBOP Primary School Competition were cancelled. We withdrew
from the Aussie Maths Competition and instead had students compete in the ICAS competition early
November. Despite the change to learning programmes, we have been very impressed with student
agency, resilience and commitment to learning over a difficult period - ka pai!

2020 Maths teachers are: Mrs Shaw, Mrs Webster, Mr Walters, Mrs Huntingdon, Ms Simoes, Mrs
Esterhuizen, Mr Carroll, Mr Grewal, Mr Andrews, Ms Bellamy and Mr Barr. We have been supported
by the amazing Mrs Haines, Beaver, Toni, Matua Anthony, Mr Taylor and Mr Baldwin.

Financial Literacy Presentation

Mr Tim Newby, ASB Bank with students

Ms Simoes senior Financial Literacy students

had the privilege of spending a day in the

company of Mr Newby, our local ASB Bank

Manager. Students got an opportunity to

learn about money management, property

investment and the value of saving, including

saving for retirement. At the time of his

Menger Sponge, a mathematical fractal, presentation, most students had covered at
built with business cards donated by Mann Print least three topics in their course and used this
newly acquired knowledge to ask some well
and Design. Ms Shaw, Year 11. informed, intelligent questions.

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Brexit- An EU-Logy Ms Simoes Year 9 English class were
Shall I compare thee to a Pyrrhic win? given a week to learn to spell the
Thou hath cost England more than just her pride. longest English word:
The rich wolf hid in the common sheep’s skin,
The day our love for the Union died. Pneumonoultramicroscopicsili
covolcanoconiosis
All who recall Britain’s former glory,
Know of the dire need for foreign trade. Four students in her class achieved
The work undone by a bumbling Tory, this - for their efforts they each won
Now Europe will never provide us aid. a chocolate bar!
The winners were: Jayda Chisholm,
All those who voted to leave or remain, Stevie Townsend King-Hazel,
Must together face an EU-less fate. Brooklyn Smith and Manea Stewart.
Rule Britannia now a tired refrain,
Of a nation destroyed by greed and hate. Well done to these students, a very
impressive memory to spell that
Corbyn fought back but his love, Labour, lost one!
Now England’s to pay the ultimate cost.
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-Ben White

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2020 turned into a busy year

in the workshop, catching up from
COVID. The Y11 class continued with
a stool Project, gaining early credits.
Y12’s had a new deck chair design
which kept them busy all year. We
even purchased an industrial sewing
machine. Y13 students were hung up
on coat hangers then moved into
projects of choice. All students used
CAD/CAM. Jack made a surf board!
The first one ever at Trident. More
epoxy resin projects and various
speaker designs. To name a few. The
Bluetooth speakers have unlimited
ways they can be assembled.

Jack Ellery, Year 13. Woven fibreglass and
epoxy resin hand crafted surfboard. A first for

the Wood Technology department.

Y13 coat hanger

Y10 Chromebook holder Jack Ellery Y13

Laptops and chromebooks are Hugh Oyanagi Y11
not going away anytime soon, Jack Ellery Y13
its important we learn how to
minimise risk of musculoskeletal
discomfort when we use them.
We need to position laptops so
they are ergonomic and
comfortable to use. Year Ten
have been designing innovative
ways to position their chrome-
books to be more comfortable.
Some students moved onto
projects of choice, including
new Bluetooth speaker design.

Y13 CoatBaHmanbgoeor sPpreoajekcetr Demi Oliver Y12

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The Careers Room, located beside the
Sports Co-ordinator and the Library,
provides an appropriate environment for
students and whanau to meet for career
advice and guidance. Careers services

provided include:

Career Development
Year 9 and Year 10 Programmes

During August, a Careers Lesson was held
with all Year 9 form classes via the
Mathematics timeline.

These lessons were focused on the theme
“Know Myself”. Students explored their

interests, qualities, skills, values and
achievements and had time to think about
how they could be relevant to their future

study, training, work and life choices.

DreamCatcher
Dreamcatcher is a Year 10 career development software programme which gives students tools, ideas, contacts and structure for
planning their own career pathway. It allows students and parents to share the career planning journey.

On Friday 28 August 2020, DreamCatcher Workshops were held in the Library with Mrs Jane Doherty who developed the DreamCatcher
programme. Year 10 students continued working on the “Know Me” theme from their Year 9 Career Lesson by exploring and recording
their extra-curricular activities. This clarifies their interests and skills. They also used the Industry Selector Tool to identify their top five
career pathways, then they checked the recommended secondary school subjects for those five careers. This information is now stored in
DreamCatcher for quick reference at subject selection time.

University Liaison Visits
In an ordinary year, each university makes two visits to our school. The first happens during Term One and is called a First Round Visit.
This is when students are advised what each University has to offer. The second visit is during Terms three or four and is called a Course
Planning Visit. This is when assistance with enrolment, admission, course planning, scholarships, accommodation etc, is available. Most of
these events were online this year, but this has not reduced the interest for our students in moving on to tertiary education in 2021.

Trust Horizon Taster Course
This annual course is organised and co-funded by Trust Horizon and The Training Generation. The live-in course is held during part of the
final week of term three and the first week of the September/October school holidays. Each year ten year 12 or year 13 students are
selected from across the Eastern Bay of Plenty and spend the week taking part in a variety of industry-related and team-building/personal
development activities. This year six of the ten students were from Trident High School.
Congratulations to Zavier de Vries, Tarn Reddish, Ruby Clark, Matt Wilson, Ruby Harper and Oran Fahey.

Over the week career pathways in Electrical Supply are showcased and visits are made to Hydro, Geothermal and Wind Power Stations
as well as Power Distribution Control Rooms and Wintec. Power Pole recovery and so much more is part of this course. Students who have
been on this course are also eligible to apply for Scholarships during their study/training in any course which is related to energy.
This is an outstanding opportunity which supports decision making about career pathways in the energy supply industry. On the final day,
students make a power-point presentation to invited guests on a specific part of the course.

The Top Student for 2020 was our own Zavier de Vries, the youngest student to every receive this award.

COVID-19 Impact on Student Plans
Senior students were surveyed around next steps rethink? From this survey students were invited to
meet to discuss their concerns. This year, most Open Days, University Liaison visits and other career
preview opportunities were cancelled.

Many events went on line as zooms, webinars or virtual events. Students were able to access these.
We were however fortunate to also have some events on site.

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Employment Connections

The Employment Connection event was successful, with employers blown away by the calibre of our students, and their preparation.

This event was held in September at Trident High School. The event was a joint venture for students from Trident High School,
Whakatane High School and Whakatane School for Young Parents. Students had the opportunity to explore a range of careers available
and meet with local employers to hear first-hand from them about the skills they need for work and the pathways to achieve that.
Students met with employers for five minutes – these meetings were called “speed meets”. Students and employers spoke briefly and
then decided, “Yes”, “No”, “Maybe”, about whether they would like to speak about a career pathway again. These results were collated
for students and although the event was not intended to be a recruitment process, there have been some positive outcomes for
students. Local employers were very supportive of the event, taking the view that it is really important as a town to support young
people.During the evening, transitional school programmes available at Trident High School and Whakatane High School were
showcased for students, whanau and the community. The programmes showcased were: Futures Academy (formerly Trades Academy),
Gateway, Landskills, Licence to Work, Services Academy and the Whakatane School for Young Parents. This successful event was made
available with support from the Ministry of Education.

Trades Academy

This year, 61 students from Years 11 to 13 were dual enrolled with Trident High School and Bay of Plenty
Trades Academy providers, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology, EmployNZ and Axiom Training to attend
Trades based courses. The opportunity for students to combine their school learning experience with
tertiary learning in this way is a valuable tool which can lead to initial skills-based qualifications, pre-trade
entry experience or further tertiary diploma and degree study. This was a challenging year with classes
moving on-line, as much as was possible, during COVID-19 lockdown periods. Despite this, most of our
students completed their courses and most are choosing to include another vocational pathway course for
their 2021 timetables. No formal Prize Giving event was held this year. Here is an example of the excellent
work completed by Tamati Ru Takao, one of our Year 11 students on the 2020 Level 1 Trades Academy
Engineering Course.

Gateway Licence to Work

The Youth Employability Programme, Licence to Work, was available to Year 12 and
Year 13 students this year. This programme is designed to prepare young people for the
world of work. It has three components:
• Interactive employability teaching and learning sessions on the seven

employability skills which employers say are essential
• Ten to twenty hours voluntary work in the community
• Eighty hours work experience

(L-R) Rhiana, Lexie and Jade. In August, the In Zone Careers InZone Careers Coach
Coach visited our school. Two
These year 12 Trident students are hundred and ten Year 11 and Year 29
doing work experience at Countdown 12 students visited the Coach.
through the Gateway programme. Displays were interactive. Students
They are gaining experience in retail were able to log in with their
and customer service and they might mobile number prior to watching
end up with a part-time job at promotional videos and were able
Countdown. to receive further information if
they were interested around
provider website details and any
available scholarships.

As with all challenges, there are positives that can be found. The Covid lockdown
meant that we introduced students to the Seesaw Learning App. Seesaw creates a
powerful learning loop between students, teachers and families. Students show
learning, teachers gain insights, and whanau gain a window into their student’s
learning and engage with school happenings. Seesaw gives students a place to
document their learning, be creative and learn how to use technology. It also allows
teachers to set tasks for students to complete at differentiated levels. Seesaw has
become particularly integral in Te Marama and Te Ra classes where students
continue to use it on a daily basis to record their learning. The lockdown also gave
us the opportunity to connect further with our whanau. This was particularly
evident in Kia Kaha class where parents and care-givers joined in the daily Zoom or
Google meets. Google Meets or Zoom Meets were so important to keep staff
connected to students and students connected with students across the whole centre. Another positive to come from utilizing
technology for students programmes was that when we returned to school we focused on ensuring that each student had access to
an appropriate updated device. Each student now has access to a device that suits their abilities.

During the year, we supported Riley McGovern as she underwent treatment for cancer.
Students were in charge of contacting Riley via Facetime app. We particularly enjoyed it when
Riley was able to visit us. It is so apparent that Riley and her friends have very strong
connections and her visits have mutual benefits for all. Keep up the fight Riley. We’re all in
your corner!

During Term 3, we focused on our plant While Beaver (Bevan Porter) was working at Towards the end of Term 3, we
sale. We have to say a massive thank SEC, he was able to support Te Marama fare welled Baylen Keti. We miss
you to Julie Urquhart, Trident’s fabulous students in further development of the Baylen’s social personality but hope
school gardener for her passion and obstacle course. This unique opportunity was that he is charming all the students
drive for the plant sale. This year was used to give the senior students an authentic
our most successful sale. Majella and project to design, plan and carry out using and staff at his new school.
Julie have refined the process over the the tools designed for the job.
last couple of years and we now have a
formula that works well. Students work
hard throughout the year in the garden,
making sure that the plants are looked
after and are labelled correctly.
Proceeds from the plant sale always go
to our camp which we spend Term 4
preparing for.

OHIWA
CAMP
2020

Our Ohiwa Holiday Park Camp is a
massive event for all our students. They all have a different
focus for camp and each year they make us so proud when

they meet their challenges head on.

We look forward to a much
more settled 2021.

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Wow! What a different year 2020 has been. This year we welcomed Cathy Moore to the teaching team. Cathy became the teacher of
Kowhai class. Kowhai was made up of 4 students who were in their last year of school. Cathy was charged with supporting both the
students and their whanau with putting a plan in place for these students post school. Covid 19 and the restrictions imposed meant
that this year was not an easy transition year for these students. Cathy, staff, students and whanau had to be really creative in
providing and finding opportunities to support their transition. SEC staff and students wish Rakau Belshaw, Carnell Perkinson,
Sebastian Brown and Ashlee Hiroki-Christian all the best for their futures beyond school. We hope to see you around!

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Year 12 and 13 Master Chef Competition

Students competed against each other in the Masterchef Challenge to produce their own take on a Japanese dish. Students made
okonomiyaki (Japanese savoury pancake), katsukaree (crumbed chicken curry), omuraisu (omelette rice), raamen (Japanese noodle
broth), gyōza (pork dumplings), torikaraage (deep fried chicken) and sufure pankeeki (souffle pancake). It was a particular delight to
have a special Japanese dessert in the mix, but all the dishes were equally well-received. The students used their experiences in this
activity in a variety of NCEA tasks; conversation, writing and a speech. In the Japanese department we continue to find opportunities for
authentic learning to take place and what better way than with food!

Year 9 and 10

Japanese students in year 9 and 10 had opportunities to experience
Japanese language and culture through a variety of activities.

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Japanese Summer Festival (Natsu matsuri)
The inaugural Japanese Summer Festival was held in late February in
the Japanese Gardens, and Trident High School Japanese students
were joined by Thornton Primary students to perform a traditional
‘bonodori’. The festival was organised by a group of local Japanese
nationals headed by Tomomi Steele, the Japanese teacher at
Thornton who had previously been the Japanese language assistant
at Trident. Our thanks go to Tomomi and her team for all their
efforts. It was a fabulous day where the Whakatane community
were drawn into Japanese culture and could experience a Japanese
festival right here at home.

Japan Tour postponement
Due to COVID 19 we were unable to travel to Japan and reconnect
with our friends in Kamagaya, our sister city, and see the sights we
had so long wanted to see. We have postponed the trip to 2021
with the hope that travel possibilities to Japan will look brighter.
The Kamagaya city council will feature us in their upcoming local
news bulletin and we also keep them in our hearts and minds with
our hanami (flower viewing) photo.

Year 13 Japanese Restaurant Dinner
We celebrated 5 years of Japanese study with a trip to Yamato
Japanese Restaurant in Rotorua. For some students it is their first
experience dining Japanese-style, for others an opportunity to once
again have their taste buds tantalised by the flavours of Japanese
cuisine. The food was delicious! I wish the Year 13s all the best for
their future, knowing they will all take a part of Japan with them in
their hearts.
また 会いましょう。

Year 11 Orienteering
Students were in a race to reach Sushi Ltd Niko Niko first, following a
set of directions written in Japanese. The students gained points by
answering questions about landmarks on the way. Extra points and
bonus sushi for those who wrote their answers in Japanese.

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Trident teachers are not only Over the last few years, Draxell Hammond, 12PK, Captain of the
fabulous teachers, they are also Senior boy’s basketball team and Mr Pickering have had many
innovative and see problems as conversations about basketball and more recently, basketball
opportunities. Mr Pickering facilities at Trident. This year, with the sport growing strongly,
shows what innovation looks they discussed ways the students could help develop and
like in his creation of a Precious improve basketball facilities at school. Mr Pickering suggested the
Plastic Shredder for use at players should come up with some suggestions and he would put
school. them together as a proposal to the school which was also
supported by Mr Te Kurapa and Mr Farrell, the school basketball
The clock pictured is fantastic and managers.
we imagine there will be many Mr Pickering imagined a new court by the turf, whilst Draxell
teacher requests for those for suggested more practice spaces. Together they found a company
their classrooms. We hear from in Auckland called Mayfield Sports, that specialized in supplying
Mr Pickering about his process. mobile and fixed basketball systems for schools, and a student
led project was born.
"My motivation as a teacher, my A plan for new equipment was proposed to Mr Gurney by Mr
learning opportunity in building a Rowland in his role as Assistant Principal and the plan was
Precious Plastic Shredder: accepted with help also from school accounts officer Ms Cronin,
who helped with budgets and funding advice. |
We had a lot of leftover acrylic Following lockdown, it was quite challenging to arrange delivery
and plastic in the Technology but the boys were patient and had a working bee to prepare the
dept. My inspiration last year to ground sleeves a few weeks prior to the main equipment being
start this project for classroom delivered. In the end, the plan involved installing two new
use was in finding a way to competition sized backboards and hoops for the main court, two
recycle the acrylic from the junior mobile basketball stands for the turf and two fixed stands with
Tech rotations. In my research, I hoops for the auditorium car park. The boys came in one
found a non-profit company in Saturday morning and dug the holes for the sleeves, prior to
Portugal called 'Precious Plastic', concreting.
who were well advanced and The big day arrived with the equipment delivered by Mayfield
sharing the same idea as mine to Sports and installation was managed by Mr Rowland and Mr
the world. They had an extensive Jones, the school sports co-ordinator. Basketball team members,
network around the world and students and teachers helped install the equipment with players
shared these files online as a DIY using the new equipment by lunchtime. The quality of the
way to reduce plastic use. equipment is very high along with student interest in the
facilities. Mr Pickering and Mr Rowland agree this has been a
Manufacturing fantastic student-led project to be involved in.

I just had this complicated idea and
they made it come together with a
clear design brief and practical help
to get the parts assembled and
working safely for the workshop.

In term 1 this year, we have been
using it gradually as a prototype
with some of the Year 9 classes to
grind up milk bottle tops and acrylic for larger sheets. So far, we
have made test fridge magnets, clock faces and keyrings out of
the hdpe#2 (high-density polyethylene) milk bottles, tops and
single use takeaway coffee lids.

Stage 2 back to school involves finishing the oven stand and press
to compress the acrylic into sheets for acrylic projects and
continuing with the processing of domestic hdpe#2 for the Juniors
in Technology to use in projects.

This is only the beginning, although it has taken a few months
longer, we have kept costs down and now have the means of
production and we can concentrate on ramping up the size and
of the products using the larger compression oven."

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Ist X1Cricket Report 2020

An influx of year 9 cricketers meant that at the beginning of the year we were able to re-establish a Year 9 and 10 team as well as
continue with the Ist XI cricket team playing in the Mens’ Lakelands Senior Reserve competition. The year 9/10 team managed to get 3
games in during Term 1 with rain causing interference in the beginning of the season, and then Covid at the end of the season. They won
2 of their 3 games during Term 1. Harley Turner and Jake Finley ranked in the top 10 for batting. Jake also ranked in the top 10 for
bowling. Lucien Horn ranked in the top 10 for fielding. Term 4 has so far seen this team re-establish itself with some boys giving cricket
away and some others deciding to give it a go. So far they have played 2 games in Term 4 winning a tight game against Papamoa and
coming up 7 runs short against the Tauranga Boys’ College Wanderers. We look forward to watching these young men develop their
cricketing prowess.

The Ist XI team continued the good form that they started the 2019/20 season. They played eight of a possible ten T20 games; winning 4,
losing 3 and tying 1. In the 40 over competition they played 11 games’ winning 6 and losing 5. Trident Wizards X1 were the plate
winners in the 40 over competition. Brent Jones (adult/player/coach) won the All rounder of the Year and Dan Ford was the Players
Player of the Season. In the T20 competition Dan Ford ranked in the top 10 for batting. Brent Jones, Ethan Forbes and Trav Harte ranked
in the top 10 for bowling. Brent Jones ranked in the top 10 for fielding. In the 40 over competition Harry Jones ranked in the top 10 for
batting. Brayden Lindsay ranked in the top 10 for bowling. Liam Jones and Hoani Semmens ranked in the top 10 for fielding.
So far the team has played 5 T20 games in the 2020/21 season. They have won 4 and lost 1.

Harry Jones being presented his baggy cap by
Philip Gurney.

Lochlan White, Trav Harte, Ethan Forbes, Luka Watson, Harry Jones and Hoani Semmens
wearing their Trident Baggy Caps which are awarded once a player has
represented Trident in at least 30 games of cricket.

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Well, what a year in Physical Education 2020. The year that threw us many obstacles but could never stop us. Learning moved online
and we did our best to provide students with opportunities to keep themselves and their whanau active in a positive and fun way,
whilst remaining in their bubbles. Never has there been a more important time to keep our bodies moving and be creative in how we
achieve this.
Our TEAM TRIDENT philosophy in the Physical Education department has continued and we aimed to show students how, even in
isolation, we could come together to support our local community through the “Online Elective 5k Challenge” run by Mr Stanhope.
A few highlights from our department this year include a variety of activities that have been offered to students from Year 9 through
to Year 13.
10SPL - Community Sports Day

Our year 10 Sports Leaders took part in organising activities for our local primary schools in an event run by Sport BOP.
They did an amazing job interacting with younger people from our community and inspiring them
to get involved and “have a go” at a range of activities.

1PES - Interpersonal Skills Day - Student led Local Area Exploration

Our Level 1 Sport and Exercise Science Class were working on
their Interpersonal Skills Achievement Standard. A last
minute inability to attend the planned day out at Manawahe,
transformed into these students meeting and planning their
own day out. Through effective communication, problem
solving, acceptance of diversity amongst other skills, these
amazing students headed to Otarawairere for the day where
they worked together to complete a range of activities
allowing them to demonstrate their effective interpersonal
skills. In these pics you can see these students with their
amazing Bivvy’s that they had to design and build utilising
only natural resources.

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12PES - Velodrome

Our Level 2 Sport Science students had the opportunity to visit the Velodrome in August. During the trip they participated in
a few fitness tests which are done by top athletes, and in Sport Science programs at University. These tests included V02
Max on the treadmill, sprint test and a bike test. These tests all ran alongside some of the Achievement Standards we had
completed and it was great to see our students answering questions and using prior learning. During the day they all got to
have a go on the Velodrome track where they stepped out of their comfort zone and challenged themselves on the track.

PE Community Sports Workshops The Term 3 holidays saw our students ‘Give Back’ to the community by hosting a week
long Sports program for year 7 & 8 students in our community.

The week long program saw our PE and Sports students plan sessions in Rugby, Hockey,
Volleyball, Soccer, Badminton and Basketball. The sessions were all expertly delivered and
saw a huge turnout from students in our community. The feedback from Whanau was
overwhelmingly positive and we look forward to further developing this program in 2021.

Outdoor Education What a great backyard we
13PEM - Scuba Diving have here to experience
the outdoors! Our Level 2
PE Outdoors students went
surfing with Salt Spray Surf
School and two ex Trident
students Oliver Dobbin and
Teagan Andrews.

Our Year 13 students were given the opportunity to take part in Scuba Diving again this year. Luckily we got this all
completed before Covid hit and another 22 students gained their PADI Open Water Dive Certificate. These students
completed 4 intense days where they learnt multiple skills and dived in the Pool, Lake and Ocean.

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Vance Harvey, (left) has been
recognized by New Zealand Hockey
with a pathway to a hockey future.
BOP Hockey coach Jamie Carroll,
also the coach of his Men's team,
has identified Vance via NZ Hockey
as a player to watch.

Due to Covid19, the 2020 season was much shorter and more disrupted than other years. We finally started playing games late in Term 2
where the boys played in division A of the Bay Of Plenty competition. We had games every Thursday night either in Rotorua or in
Whakatane and had some great results throughout the term, finishing 2nd on the points table, due to our last game being cancelled due to
the re-emergence of Covid.

We then moved onto the 2nd round of the Bay of Plenty division A competition for the remainder of Term 3. The top four teams played
against each other, making for some great competition and some close scoring games. We played Ruamata in the semifinal of the BOP
competition, successfully beating them in an exciting shoot out competition to gain a spot in the final. Our goalie Brad Warren was
outstanding in the shootouts stopping the first three shots from Ruamata. This is a huge credit to him being his first year in the goalie
position. The 2020 season for Trident Boys Hockey ended on a high with the team winning the BOP Secondary A Grade Final against Taupo
Nui College 5/2. This was the first time the boys have won the competition for a number of years, so it was great to finish the season on a
high.

Despite Covid19 causing many tournaments to either be cancelled or changed, the boys got invited to compete in a 3 day tournament in
Tauranga once we were in Level 2. The competition consisted of teams from Tauranga and Rotorua. The boys successfully won gold in this
tournament beating Ruamata in the final.

Special mention goes to our Year 13 players Kyle Galloway, Aryan Anand, Liam Marshall and Brad Warren who leave us this year - they have
been the backbone of this team, with many of them representing Trident since year 9. A huge thank you to Kyle Galloway and Aryan Anand
for co-captaining the team this year.

The team would like to pass on their thanks to Horizon Energy Group for their sponsorship this year of a new playing strip and player
hoodies for the boys. Horizon Energy have sponsored the Trident Boys team for a number of years. Another thank you goes to Galloway
Builders Limited for supplying the boys with training shirts.

What an awesome season of hockey for these boys despite the disruptions of Covid19. They worked hard as a team and showed
commitment to their sport. Thank you to the amazing dedication from the coaches Choc Maxwell and Gavin Rothwell as well as our
amazing manager Jo Galloway for the time, effort and commitment you have given to the team.

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1st XI Girls Hockey 2020 Report

This year has been a fantastic year for
the 1st XI Girls team. With Covid
reducing teams in the competition, we
were asked to play B grade for round 1
of the season. This proved to be a great
place to start and develop our team
culture with the team going through
undefeated. The team worked well
together both on attack and defence
and grew their game plan. They were
then promoted to the A grade for round 2. This meant harder games against higher quality teams from Rotorua and Taupo. Despite
this, the girls played their hearts out to make their way into the A grade finals - a first for Trident girls in over 5 years! The leadership
and experience of the 3 Year 13’s (Tyra Wanoa, Suzannah Wilson and McKenzie Chase) proved to be a key component in keeping the
team on their winning way. The final against Western Heights High School was a nail biter and we narrowly missed out on the win.

This really has been an amazing season for our girls and we must say a huge thanks to the Coach (Bill Teddy) who has dedicated 7
years to Trident Girls Hockey, and is now stepping down as Coach. We would also like to thank their Manager Fiona Cleghorn for her
time and dedication to the team. Both of these roles are volunteer roles and are done to help Trident and our girls.
THANK YOU BILL AND FIONA.

We wish our 3 year 13s all the best for their futures and thank them for their dedication and commitment to Trident Hockey over
the years. GO WELL TYRA, SUZANNAH and McKENZIE.

Also, thanks to the Girls for your time, effort and passion towards Hockey! We hope you all return next year for another year of
growth, skill development and fun!

Many thanks to the parents who dedicate their time to drive to Rotorua and support the girls. It really does mean a lot to see you
on the sidelines!

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L-R; William, Ayla and Alex
Underwater Hockey 2020 started strong, but a majority of our competition was cancelled because of Covid 19. Despite the lockdowns
we realised a really great season. Our Junior teams all trained hard and are poised to make 2021 a banner year. 2020 also sees Trident
players making it to the National level for the first time since 2016.
Tanekaha Bullard-Hape, Alex Macdonald, William Coulter (Class of 2019) and Ayla Rowe all played in the U18 Underwater Hockey
Interzone Championships held in Wellington in October. They played for the Mid Northern Teams, going up against the top U18 players
from across New Zealand. The boys Mid Northern squad, made up of our boys and Tauranga and Rotorua players, went unbeaten in the
Men's grade to bring home the gold medal and trophy. The final with Northern A was a nail-biter, with William Coulter scoring both
goals for our team. His second goal slammed home with 4 seconds left in regulation time to seal the 2 - 1 victory.
Ayla was a standout on her Women's Mid Northern team that played to a Bronze medal finish. Further honours came in the form of
Ayla being invited to trial for a spot on the U19 NZ Women's Team. Alex and William were offered the same on the U21 NZ Men's team
and Tanekaha being named to the Interzone All Tournament Team. Special thanks goes out to Paul Gebert, Ross Rowe and Jeff Lee who
have spent the year coaching our teams.

Congratulations to our adventure racing students who did really well at the Coromandel ARC Adventure Race this year.
Nicole Curtis and Jack Ellery (left photo) placed first in the 8 hour school 2 person team, while Jacob Bridge, Asger Evans and

Milla Dibben (WHS) placed first in the 8 hr school 3-4 person team. Two first placings, great achievement!

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PODIUM TO PATHWAY HIGH PERFORMANCE PROGRAM
CANOE RACING NZ

This year Michael Esterhuizen and Matthew Reihana-Asquith were
named in the Foundation Squad of Canoe Racing NZ’s Podium to

Pathwway Program and attended camps in Rotorua in
August and December.

The key competencies of the programme are focused around:

• Building and understanding the CRNZ Technical Competencies

• Team Boat Fundamentals

• Building fundamental movement patterns

• Understanding the basics of psychology, nutrition and athlete life

KAYAKING NATIONALS
Six of our students competed at the Kayaking Nationals at Lake Karapiro in February and they came home with 20 medals between them.
Our U14 paddlers Hannah Baxter got a silver and two bronzes in the K4 and K2 team boats. Her K2 team boat partner Eva Fuller added one
gold and two bronze medals to this in the individual events.

Matthew Reihana-Asquith competed in the U16 age group and got six bronze medals in various K2 and K4 team boats as well as a
bronze medal in the U16 5km event. Our U16 girls have just moved up to this age group and did extremely well qualifying for finals in
their individual and K2 team events. Caitlyn Esterhuizen got a silver medal in the U16 5km event and Jess Cleghorn a bronze. Jess also got
a bronze medal in a K2 team boat with Matthew.

Michael Esterhuizen moved up to the U18 category this year and performed well qualifying for A finals in individual and K2 team boat
events. Michael got two bronze medals in the K4 team boats and narrowly missed out on a bronze medal in the U18 5km event.
Michael, Matthew, Caitlyn, Hannah and Eva also won the national club relay event and came home with a trophy for this event.

ASIA PACIFIC CUP KAYAKING REGATTA
Congratulations to Matthew Reihana-Asquith who got selected for the U16 team. Unfortunately this event was cancelled due to Covid-19
but still a great achievement to be selected for the team.

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Congratulations to Trident students Hannah Baxter, Zoe Christie, Bailey Frederickson and Jack Wilson who competed in the Motu
Challenge in late October this year.
This multisport race consists of a 65km mountain bike, 17km trail run, 60km road bike, 27km kayak, 8km road bike and finishes with a
3km run. Zoe and Hannah made up a 2 person female team ‘umm I’m not sure’. Zoe completed the cycle legs and Hannah took on the
run and kayak legs. The girls had a great overall race , exceeding expectations, crossing the line 175km later in a time of 9:42hrs –
taking out first place in their category and second place overall.
Bailey and Jack took on the massive task as individuals. Bailey was having an outstanding race and, was hot on the heels of
experienced elite competitors in the first 3 legs. Unfortunately his kayak met with a rock in the 4th leg, breaking his rudder and forcing
him to be pulled from the race. Jack raced consistently well throughout all stages of the race and finished in a fantastic time of
10:31hrs – a phenomenal achievement! We are super proud of these efforts. We would encourage more students from Trident to form
a team and take on this well run awesome challenge next year!

SECONDARY SCHOOLS MULTISPORT NATIONALS

In late October we had 7 students take part in the 3D
multisport event which doubles as the national secondary
school event of the year. This event normally takes place in
June but due to Covid it was postponed to later in the year.

All 7 of them placed with the following results:

2nd U19 Bailey Fredericksen

3rd U19 Finn McCleary

1st U16 Zoe Christie

2nd U16 team Caitlyn Esterhuizen,
Eva Fuller and Hannah Baxter

1st U14 Ollie Fredericksen

Well done on all these awesome results!

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Congratulations to Eve Smith (left) who NZ SCHOOLS CHAMPIONSHIP MOUNTAIN BIKING
had a successful weekend competing
down in Nelson this year. She says the After months of uncertainty about whether or not the event
Mammoth Enduro definitely earns its could go ahead, a number of students travelled to Wellington
name with "some gnarly downhills to compete in the NZ schools championship mountain biking
followed by some crazy uphills with event. Day One was the downhill which saw Josh Barry sliding
some wicked views!" Eve was happy to into 20th position in a stacked u20 field. Day Two was the cross
place 2nd in U21 category. country where Bailey Fredericksen, Jack Wilson, Ollie
Fredericksen and Zach Goldsmith spent the day fighting it out
Josh Barry, Napier U19 MTB competition, in their respective fields. Bailey was right with the front group
placing 8th in the downhill. until getting held up by a slower rider caused him to place
fourth, just shy of the podium in the u17 field, and putting
down the fastest lap times of the Trident mountain bike team.
Jack was involved in a crash just after the start, but made a
strong comeback to place 19th. Ollie had a solid ride, placing
5th in the u14 race, with Zach coming in 14th. Day Three was
the enduro race, where Josh Barry, Bailey Fredericksen and
Jack Wilson competed. In the u17 males, Bailey finished in 24th
place in a time of 17:24 out of a field of 70 riders, competing on
his cross country bike. Jack ended up in 44th place in a time of
19:13, just 2 minutes behind Bailey. Josh, competing in the u20
category finished in 39th place In a time of 18:11. All involved
are looking forward to more competitions next year.

The Hillary Outdoors Get2Go Challenge may be one of the only sporting events that was relatively unaffected by Covid-19. Although less teams
competed than last year, Trident again sent two teams to the Bay of Plenty Regional preliminary race. It was not surprising from the commitment the
students competing demonstrated, that once again, Trident finished with great results. Just like 2019, we finished in first and fourth place with
Whakatane High School and John Paul College taking out second and third. This is a fantastic effort out of 20 teams. It means that once again, Trident
will be representing the Bay of Plenty on Great Barrier Island for the National Finals. Having come second last year, the team feel they will be a force to
be reckoned with. The students competed in four disciplines demonstrating their skill in each arena. The first placed Trident Team took out 3 of the 4
activities outright, to be clear winners on the day. These activities include Rock Climbing, Mountain Biking, Orienteering and Kayaking/Rafting.

One of the reasons Trident has been so strong in this event is because of the knowledge and skill being shared by coach and mentor, Helen Dobbin. It
is fitting therefore that Helen was named ‘Volunteer Coach of the Year’ at the School Prizegiving. Another reason for our successes is the number of
students who take part. This year the two teams comprised of Reuben Standen, Phoenix Franklin, Tai Murphy, Braeden Webster, Maz Law, Hannah
Baxter, Caitlin Bridge, Layla Rowland, Caitlyn Esterhuizen, Eva Fuller, Zoe Christie, Jess Cleghorn, Noah Camburn, Ben Hipkiss, Kalib Schuler,
Xavier Shepherd, and Ollie Fredrickson. We wish the team travelling to Great Barrier Island all the best. We are sure they will do us proud!

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Whakatane SLSA

Congratulations to Ned Steane (above).
On patrol a day after passing gaining his
new lifeguard award at Whakatane Surf

Life Saving Club.

We have a very active group of students at Trident taking part in competitions competing for the Whakatane Surf lifesaving club and the
Opotiki Surf lifesaving club.

OCEANS 20 SURF LIFE SAVING NATIONALS - JUNIORS
Early March three Trident students, Caitlyn Esterhuizen, Ned Steane and Layla Rowland attended the Surf Life Saving U14 National event
at The Mount for four epic days. They competed on the beach in Sprints and Flags and in the water for various swim and board events.
They also carried out tube and board rescues, as well as several team events. All three students were competing against 120 other com-
petitors in each age group and performed exceptionally well making several finals.

Caitlyn Esterhuizen competed in the U14 Board final and won a silver medal in this event. Ned Steane won a silver medal in the U14
Beach Flags and narrowly missed out on a medal in the Sprints. Layla Rowland competed in the U13 age group and made it through the
heats into the next rounds in the swim and board events. All three students were part of a Six person Cameron relay team that placed 6th
in a very competitive and thrilling final competing against about 60 teams in total. Congratulations to all three students achieving well in
such a competitive environment.

SENIORS SURF LIFE SAVING NATIONALS
In late March seven of our lifeguards students and one of our lifeguard teachers competed in the national event held in Gisborne over
three days. The weather was cold and the sea was messy which made for big waves and challenging conditions and plenty of carnage.

Finn McCleary competed in the U19 age group for the first time and did well qualifying for semi finals in some of his individual events.
Ben Moir gave solid performances qualifying for finals in the U16 Ski and Iron Man events, as well as the Taplin relay and the U19 Double
Ski. Michael Esterhuizen came home with a silver medal in the U16 ski and a bronze medal in the U16 Board Relay. He also made the fi-
nals in the U16 Board event, Taplin Relay and Double Ski with Ben.

Zoe Christie and Caitlyn Esterhuizen both competed in the U16 age group for the first time and did well qualifying for semi finals in some
of their individual and team events, as well as a final for their Board relay.

Mereaira Edgar and Rikki Fitzgerald made the semi final in the u19 Canoe for their Opotiki team and Georgia Gault won bronze medal for
the Open Women’s Canoe for Opotiki. Mr Steve Williamson competed in the Masters category and won two bronze medals in the sprint
relay and Masters Canoe. Congratulations to all our lifeguards on their results and a huge thank you for patrolling our beaches over the
summer period!

BAY OF PLENTY & COROMANDEL SURF LIFE SAVING AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE
Congratulations to Michael Esterhuizen who was named as a finalist in the U16 Sportsman of the Year, and Ned Steane who was named
as a finalist in the U14 Sportsman of the Year for the Surf Life Saving season 2019/2020. A huge achievement by both of these boys in a
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Ben Olifiers and Isaac Jensen (WHS) won gold in the Men’s Club Double Sculls at the NZ Rowing Champs. The North Island Secondary
Schools Rowing Event was held on 13 March 2020, Ben Olifiers competed in the U17 Boys Single Sculls, securing 6th place in the A
final, he also raced up a level in the U18 Boys Single Sculls placing 1st in the B final. Ayla Rowe raced in the U16 Girls Double with her
sister Leah Rowe and together placed 5th in their heat. Ayla came 5th in the B Final for the U16 Girls Single Scull. Due to Level 4
lockdown for Covid-19, the Aon Maadi Cup that was to be held on the 30 March, was cancelled. Ben Olifiers was all set to head down
to Lake Ruataniwha in Twizel as our only Trident Rower going to compete at the Secondary Schools National Event. Our Trident
students have been training hard for the up and coming 2020/2021 season about to start again with our first regatta, the 1000m races
at the Blue Lakes. The boys then placed 4th in the Pair A final, and Ben came 4th in the Mens Club Single. Isacc Jensen and Ben Olifiers
(Trident High School) on the Podium (Coach Peter Olifiers and absent Chick Hammond).

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The Trident A Girls Volleyball team were on track to compete Congratulations to our other Volleyball teams who played
with the top teams in New Zealand after winning the Bay of this year at the Bay Championships. The Girls’ B team
Plenty Champs during their 2020 season. The Girls’ A team finished 10th overall after losing a nail-biter against Western
convincingly beat Otumoetai A in the final 3-0 two weeks out Heights in Five sets. The future is bright for Trident Girls’
from the National Secondary School tournament held in Volleyball with the B team having a core of year 11 students
Palmerston North. Unfortunately for the team, the five years topped up with quality Year 12 students. They are now a
worth of preparation came to an abrupt end when Covid-19 team described by many as “one to turn heads in the next
entered the country. Although this final chapter failed to two years.” Well done this season the Trident Girls B team.
provide the fairy tale finish we all hoped for, the team can take Thank you to the B coaches and support staff who sacrificed
pride in knowing they gave everything they had in an attempt their time to allow players the opportunity to play.
to be named number 1 in New Zealand. This group has paved
the way for future Trident High School volleyball teams by Congratulations to Anamia Paul and
showing players the importance of emptying the tank, giving Maddie Dewar (right) who placed 3rd in
more than you take, dying on the court for your team mates, Division 2 Senior Girls.
and singing / laughing along the way. 2020 can therefore be Congratulations to Chicane Paniora and
described as a book filled with moments of magic and one Campbell Forsyth who placed 4th in Div 1
unfinished chapter. (lost in semis to the eventual winners
from Hillcrest High School).
We would also like to thank departing players Coralee Graham, Salem Tuaeu and Kani Paniora -
Anamia Paul, Kalani Ruri, Jasmine Westrupp, Nikeal Williams 13th in Division 1.
and Khiarna Williams for their contribution over the last five Lukas Buchan and Chucky Kurei -
years to Trident volleyball. The Year 13 players have been a key 5th in Division 2.
part of Trident’s recent Volleyball success. We wish the girls all Reece Kururangi and Shakira McDonald - 22nd in Division 1.
the best in their future endeavours and we thank them for Selected for the inaugural N.Z. Maori Volleyball Junior Women’s
leaving Trident volleyball better than they found it. Thank you
to our coaches and teachers for all the support they provide for (Aotearoa Māori Poirewa Kōtiro) Team were:
our players.

Congratulations to Kalani Ruri and Jasmine Westrupp, who were Kalani Ruri Reyce Kururangi Anamia Paul
selected in the New Zealand Junior Women’s 2020 team. The team
were chosen to compete in the Asian Champs held in China prior to

the introduction of Covid-19. This is an achievement worth
acknowledging as it reflects their hard work and dedication.

Shakira McDonald Abbie Wilson Catriona Jobe

The Team were to travel to the USA in July to compete in the US

High Performance Championships in Pittsburgh and then spend

Kalani Ruri Jasmine Westrupp some time at the University of Hawaii looking at their scholarship

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Spartans’ – Boys Volleyball

The Class of 2020 were prepped an ready to claim a National title with an impressive line up of players. The team had performed
outstandingly in the Bay Champs, being pipped at the post in a thrilling five set final minus their inspirational captain Chicane Paniora.
The boys enjoyed the occasion and played some ‘best ever’ volleyball.

Well done to the players who made New Zealand Teams;
Tom Vos, Chicane Paniora, Salem Tuaeu and Campbell Forsyth (Indoor and Beach)

Team Roll Call
Chicane ‘ The Bomber’ Paniora – Inspirational captain who, when healthy played at the top of the aerial and continued to blast away.
Always gave everything. Willing to push through the pain barrier in the quest to win.
Campbell ‘Sweet Skills’ Forsyth – Almost unstoppable on the D. Continues to move his game in to the top echelon of NZ players.
Has sights set on being a World Volleyball Beach Champion. Watch this space.
Lukas ‘The Buckanator’ Buchan – Keeps moving his game and wants to be a presence on Court next year and deliver this line ‘the buck
stops with me’.
Tom ‘T Force’ Vos – NZ’s premier middle player. Tom’s confidence and strike-force power was a strength of the team.
Delivered in spades.
Salem ‘Prince of Power’ Tuaeu – The Slayer continues to take his game to new levels. If it was possible to do, he stepped up his power
levels and delivered even more ‘island heat’ to the ball.
Elliot ‘Flash’ Brown – Elliot had flashes of brilliance when he displayed paraone power. Uniforms Elliot – return to sender.
Kani ‘The General’ Paniora – Class act. Most improved player who will lead the wolf pack next year. The only thing I think this kid
can’t do is jump as high as P Barr.
Chucky ‘Hit me if you can’ Kurei – Team Man to the core – the guy that made pickups and wore funny undies that either inspired his
team mates or at least had them laughing.
Kyaan ‘Big Banger’ Cooper – This lethal lefty has the ball leaving a trail of smoke after he hits it. MIA this year but back on the frontline
next year.
Nathan ‘Big Daddy’ Mc Kenzie – The team wanted some X-factor so Nathan was called in to provide it. Intimidating presence with
his massive block.
Phoenix ‘I can fly’ Ripaki Pugh – The best looking player in the team (according to Lukas). Worked his butt off to maximize his
athleticism to punch well above his height. Still working on his cover positions.

The Mighty Bees – Boys Volleyball
Well done to the ‘Mighty Bees’ volleyball team. Brett Wharewera did an awesome job to bring this team
together and prepare players for higher honors next year.

The Junior Boys – Spartan Royal and Gold
The A team coached by Brett Wharewera is untapping its potential with players of limited experience continuing to develop and step up
their game. They are negotiating a rapid learning curve that saw them get to the quarter finals of the Bay Champs. The North Island
Champs are being looked forward to with much enthusiasm. Maxwell Wharewera and Jack Clark, are the two power players of the wolf
pack, are setting the example for the rest of the team. The year nine team have an abundance of enthusiasm and are building a strong
foundation for next year when it will be their time to shine.

Shout Out
A big thanks to the amazing cast that make Trident Boys’ Volleyball happen. Tiemen Corporaal, Sheralee Mills, Moana Cassidy, Brett
Wharewera and Lynne Robb. The above are awesome people in our school community who have contributed so much to create a
culture where the boys not only play outstanding volleyball but also keep developing as fine young men. Thanks heaps. Paul Barr.

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What an eventful yet prosperous year for Trident Basketball. With Covid-19 affecting the world and the eventual lockdown in
Aotearoa we were unsure whether we would be able to play sport at all during this year. However, with a solid leadership team,
basketball was one of the first sports to go ahead in terms of restricted contact, tracking and the continued handwashing and washing
down of surfaces.
With luck, grit and determination we were able to train and play in the local and Tauranga competitions, the Trident
Invitational Tournament, the Junior BOP Champs, and have the NZ Breakers head coach provide a coaching clinic to pass on a small
portion of his knowledge and skills to some of our players.
We had Six teams playing this year, which was great and we were able to further develop and progress our players into the
future. Teams performed well with two Silver Medals (Snr A and Jnr A Boys) and 1 Gold (Jnr Girls) in the local competition, good
performances in the Tauranga Competition, and something we can build on into the future.
Again, we want to say thank you very much to our Coaches - Moko and Tui (Jnr Girls), Te Ahuroa (Jnr Boys), Julie (Snr Boys B), Jared (Snr
Girls) and Matua Mike (Snr Boys A and Jnr Boys B). We also want to give a big shout out to Steve Loft (Jnr Boys A),
Warren Bensemann (Snr Boys B) and Steph Walker (Snr Boys A) for all the mahi done in and around the scenes.
To all our whanau, supporters and players, he mihi nui tenei kia koutou katoa.

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