Notices -


Wednesday 21st of August, 2024

Meeting / Practices Location When Staff
All Students Boys Lacrosse Lower Field Fri 2 Aug 3.30 - 5.30pm LAI
  MAGS Boys Lacrosse are looking for new or experienced players of all levels to represent MAGS. Beginners are welcome and there is some gear available.

Former MAGS lacrosse captain, Sam Nash, has just returned from playing 2 seasons of lacrosse in USA, and will be running MAGS boys lacrosse training / teaching sessions after school every Friday from 3.30pm - 5pm on the lower fields.
Brings boots and a drink.
 
The aim is to take a build a MAGS boys lacrosse team to be able to compete in the NZ Secondary Schools Lacrosse Tournament in 2025.
there may also be opportunities for games against Rosmini and Westlake.
 
If you are interested in playing boys lacrosse for MAGS, please come along this Friday after school, and complete the expression of interest form on this link https://forms.gle/PqkWWuG6JRe5Bg5J8

 
All Students MAGS Mooting Club Old Library Wed 21 Aug 11.10am PEH
  The MAGS Mooting Club are running their first Workshop next week Wednesday the 21st of August in the Old Library 🦁 ⚖️ - Whether you're considering a career in law, or simply looking to enhance your public speaking skills, this workshop is a Must-Attend opportunity to build leadership within our school community! 🏆📚 - Join us from 11:10am to 12:00pm in the Old Library. You must RSVP to attend - complete the following form: https://forms.gle/Bkn22xcUrtsCeBk6A and join our GC: sxyqm32 - Light refreshments will be provided on the day! 😊

 
Year 13 Academic council leaders E23 Wed 21 Aug Interval BRT
  Debrief about what needs to be done after the quiz

 
Year 13 Waikato University Course Planning Green Room Wed 21 Aug 1:30 JER
  Are you planning to study at the University of Waikato in 2025? Their student advisor is visitng MAGS on WEDNESDAY at lunch to help students apply, enrol, and plan their first year of study.

 
Notices Staff
All Students Christian Club MLG
  Leaders meeting Thursday at lunchtime

 		  
All Students College Sport Young Sports Person of the Year Nominations CRS
  If you have excelled at your chosen sport/s this year and believe you should be considered as a nominee at the College Sport Young Sports of the Year function in November, please complete the below link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1VNQ91D46i5AuY_brmZ3y3U7H8jgJTF8pr_bGfD-zQmM

Please check the list of sports, that you are able to be considered for. Please note these are for the top sports awards in Auckland Secondary Schools Sport, so your ability must reflect this.

Please note by completing this link, it does not guarantee you will be nominated by the sports department. Details will be checked by the sports department before they submit nominations to College Sport. College Sport have the final say on whether students are short listed.

Applications close on Monday 23rd September

 		  
All Students Cricket - Term 4 CRS
  Any student (Girl or Boy) wanting to play cricket in term 4, please complete the below registration form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/12CsD6g8GA622_ROxxaXu5XI44NpdjG6eG87lUl-is3E

All details are on the form. New players are welcome.

Please note if you register to play in term four, you are expected to commit and be available for all games. The term four season goes for 6 weeks for most grades.

 		  
All Students English Scholars' Club COL
  Did you know NZ Scholarship winners can receive monetary awards? From $500 for a single subject to $10,000 per year, for three years, for premier award winners. Join us every Friday lunchtime in N07 to explore captivating film, TV, games, poetry and short stories- old and new. You can then use this knowledge to sit the English Scholarship exam... or just to win a quiz! Delve into a world of stories, discuss thought-provoking ideas, and prepare to excel academically. Don't miss out on the chance to enhance your literary skills and potentially earn valuable rewards. See you at the English Scholars' Club. Friday Lunch - N07.

 		  
All Students Lacrosse - Boys Auckland Secondary School Tournament LAI
  Former MAGS lacrosse captain, Sam Nash, has just returned from playing 2 seasons of lacrosse in USA, and has been running MAGS boys lacrosse training / teaching sessions after school every Friday from 3.30pm - 5pm on the lower fields. This is still on-going, However we have a new opportunity available
 
Sam and his father have been working behind the scenes to organise a Boys Auckland Secondary Schools Tournament between MAGS, Rosmini, Westlake & Pukekohe
 
If you are interested in playing boys lacrosse in this tournament and ongoing for MAGS, please come along this Friday after school, and complete the expression of interest form on this link https://forms.gle/PwYEbcLBkpQFXYNr5

 		  
All Students MAGS Black Caps CRS
  Applications are now open for any student who wishes to apply for a Black Cap. Black Caps are for students who have represented New Zealand in a MAGS sanctioned sport. If you believe you are eligible please complete the below link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RFPhl9ck7iu4Hw4OJ65I5tV5r0mzwYG2OanK9U8-LNo

Please note by completing this nomination form, it does not guarantee you a Black Cap. Applications will be checked by the sports department for to see if details are correct.

Black Caps will be presented at the Sports Dinner on 23rd October.

Applications close on Friday 20th September

 		  
All Students Orchestra Open Rehearsals COO
  If you play an orchestral instrument (strings, wind, brass) you are warmly invited to join the MAGS Orchestra. We are open to students of all abilities for the rest of the year. There are parts to suit everyone (from beginner to advanced). We rehearse in E10 on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7.30am.

 		  
Juniors only Volleyball Junior Trials BRO
  Junior Boys call back (check your student email for details)

Year 9 Girls Wednesday 21/08 Lunchtime Gym 1

Year 10 Girls Thursday 22/08 Lunchtime Gym 1

 		  
Seniors only Bio Olympiad competition DUN
  Those interested in doing the Biology Olympiad competition can register by coming to the science office for a permission slip and paying $40 to finance office.
This programme fosters interest, participation, and excellence in biology. The programme provides University level education in Biology to those students selected to participate in the online tutorial programme.
The initial two hour supervised online exam is on  27st of August. 
From this exam, students are selected for the NZIBO tutorial programme.
The registration fee is $40 this year. Registration is FREE for Māori and Pasifika tauira in special programmes e.g. Pūhoro STEMM, Whakapiki Ake and others (indicate this on your permission slip).

 		  
Year 13 Lincoln University Course Planning JER
  Are you planning to study at Lincoln University in 2025? Their student advisor is visiting MAGS on THURSDAY at lunch to help students apply, enrol, and plan their first year of study.