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Heartbeat T1W10 1/04/26
In this Issue: From the Principal Kapa Haka group steals the spotlight at Polyfest Friends, Romans, victors: Avcol conquers Shakespeare Festival From curiosity to confidence: Tauira embrace Māori art course Māori & Pasifika Tertiary Pathways Evenings Revealing Rubbish: Enviro Group conducts waste audit Behind the Bee: Maddie Paeia Sports Notices Notices
Apr 1


Heartbeat T1W9 27/03/26
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming Events Avondale College Shines at ASB Polyfest 2026 Science class in action Taikaka - Hot off the Press! Finding Our Voice: Spoken Word Workshop Family Connection (FACTS) - new interface in online portal Sports News Noticeboard
Mar 25


Step inside Avcol's Jazz Lounge
Jazz Lounge – Saturday 28 March Avcol Atrium | 1:30–5:00pm Join us for an afternoon of smooth, live jazz as our talented combos and Big Band showcase their repertoire in preparation for the National Youth Jazz Competition in Tauranga. This relaxed event is the perfect chance to enjoy great music and support our young musicians as they fine‑tune their sets. All welcome! Line-up: 1:30pm – Birdland 2:00pm – Blue Note 2:30pm – Rob's Dogs 3:00pm – 52nd Street 3:30pm – Five Spot 4:
Mar 18


Heartbeat T1W8 18/3/26
From the Principal Launching new uniform item - 'ie Lavalava Fiafia Nights a sampling of what's to come Reminder: Year 13 Independent Study Day this Friday Jazz Lounge Displacement & identity: Drama Students experience Waiora Avcol Alum Lex beats national 400m record in Adelaide Behind the Bee: Arlo stars as VP Panch! Careers Notices Sports Notices Notices
Mar 18


Heartbeat T1W7 11/03/26
In this Issue From the Principal Exploring life between the tides Spelling Bee tickets go on sale today! Green Jam: Growing the seeds of sustainability Plaits for power, professionalism, and parity! Don't miss a beat: Avcol Polyfest times confirmed Adventures abound on first Taurewa trips Sports Notices Notices
Mar 11


Heartbeat T1W6 4/03/26
From the Principal Upcoming Events Spelling Bee rehearsals begin in earnest Italy & Greece 2027: A truly monumental trip From garden, to plate, to gradebook Gateway Programme off to a flying start Alumna wins prestigious Japanese speech competition Sports Notices Notices
Mar 4


Heartbeat T1W5 25/02/26
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming Events Becoming Geologists for a Day Pasifika Welcome Evening "If you show it, they know it" - Mr Khoo celebrates 30 years at Avcol Polyfest practices in full swing Introducing the Careers Team Learning about Ramadan Sports Notices
Feb 24


Heartbeat T1W4 19/02/26
In this Issue: In this issue From the Principal Upcoming Events Congratulations to our 2026 Scholars Athletics Day a time for giving it a go Echoes of excellence: Alumni musos mentor young musicians New beginnings for Performance Academy members Beyond the Beat: Ms Filimoehala’s NZSO breakthrough From Sport Academy football to the big league! Meet our Attendance Officer Sports Notices
Feb 19


Heartbeat T1W3
In this Issue From the Principal Introducing our 2026 Prefects Simply outstanding: Avcol students top world & NZ in Cambridge results Join in @ Avcol Get ready for Athletics Day tomorrow! Coming in 2027... Introducing the Guidance Team Wearing uniform with pride, year round Sports News
Feb 11


Heartbeat T1W1 05/02/26
In this Issue From the Principal Nau mai, haere mai: welcome to the Avondale whānau Welcoming our new staff Year 9 Parent Info Evening More top tips for newcomers! Introducing: the Health Clinic Athletics Day next Thursday Careers Noticeboard Noticeboard
Feb 5


Heartbeat T4W10 15/12/25
In this Issue From the Principal Blessing of refurbished Art Department Celebrating our Juniors' achievements at Prizegiving Celebrating our Avcol stars at the Whau Youth Awards Apps with Impact: Inside the Business Cup Challenge Start of School Info for 2026 Noticeboard
Dec 15, 2025


Heartbeat T4W9
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Young Sportsperson of the Year (YSPOTY) Awards The Big Day In Top tips for a flourishing first year Learning about Daruma Alumna Anna's Antarctic Adventure Alumna to star in "& Juliet" Sports News Noticeboard
Dec 3, 2025


Heartbeat T4W8 26/11/25
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Tears & triumph: our 2025 Performing Arts Showcase The next Erin Brockovich? Harper's Harbour Mission Chefs of Compassion Welcoming our Tauira Māori Thanks for the guidance, Mrs Birkhead Sports News Noticeboard
Nov 26, 2025


Heartbeat T4W6 12/11/25
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Wearing uniform with pride, year round International students wowed by Weta Year 10 Drama Students visit UNITEC for “Our Town” Putnam County needs more boys! Encouraging the next generation of Drama students Noticeboard
Nov 12, 2025


Heartbeat T4W5 5/11/2025
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Senior Prizegiving Second Bite initiative nourishes the Garden Club Exploring Robotics at IET Moana Project fosters leadership skills for Pasifika youth Out and about with our International Students You're invited to our Performance Academy Showcase! Noticeboard
Nov 5, 2025


Heartbeat T4W4 29/10/25
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Sports Awards 2025 A fond farewell to our Year 13s Introducing our Board for 2026 Niuean Language Week Order your Taikaka Yearbook! Iconic blazer bequeathed to Avcol Viola a notable gift to cherish MIXIT Performing Arts Workshop Sports Results Noticeboard
Oct 29, 2025


Heartbeat T4W3 22/10/25
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Exam timetables Performing Arts Awards 2025 Avondale College students represent Pacific Islands at UN Youth Media Studies Film Night 2025 Bright Ideas: Technology lampshade exhibition Student creativity shines in Technology exhibition A HEART-filled & fun farewell for our Year 13s Sports Results Noticeboard
Oct 22, 2025


Heartbeat T4W2 15/10/05
In this Issue From the Associate Principal Upcoming events Exam timetables Individualised Personal Achievement Course (IPAC) Little Shop of Horrors wins big at Showdown Awards Avcol artists impress at Trusts' Exhibition Remember his name: Arlo Lorien-King Festival of Dance success Beyond Drama classes Holiday highlight: Learner license driver course Sports Results Noticeboard
Oct 15, 2025


Heartbeat T4W1 8/10/25
In this Issue From the Associate Principal Upcoming events Architectural designs impress at DVC Showcase Bushra's creative advocacy for the environment One step closer to Japan 2026 All the World's a Stage: A Shakespearean journey for Avcol alumni Football's in the family for Holly, Sophie & Sienna Moana Project inspires future police Celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori in Mathematics Our 2026 Show is.... Techtorium Women in Tech Grant Sports Results Noticeboard
Oct 8, 2025


Heartbeat T3W10 18/09/25
In this Issue From the Principal Upcoming events Te Pō Angitū - Māori Success Evening What does Te Wiki o te reo Māori mean to you?...
Sep 18, 2025
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