Nayland’s new council a budding opportunity for all
Students and teachers alike SOARing at a Student Council meeting.
From May 4th the meeting room has been buzzing with discussions of problems and opportunities at Nayland College.
Would-be firefighter turns to teaching
Mrs Gravett in teaching mode.
Growing up in Colorado, new to Nayland maths teacher Courtney Gravett had similar terrain to New Zealand, with mountains and lots of physical outdoor activities around to do with her family.
New Youth Representative advises local arts funding
Alana (front) demonstrates her talent in the Vast Dance Festival in 2016.
Some believe in fate, while others would call it luck. Whichever Alana James believes in, she’s extremely pleased to have her name drawn as the Youth Representative on the Nelson Arts Council.
Stage challenge cancellation devastates many
The Nayland College crew practises for Break Out.
Devastation. That was the emotion felt by many students after it was announced that Stage Challenge would not be coming to Nelson in 2016.
Teacher of many talents joins college ranks
Ms Vedder shows her skills during her 8 hour black belt grading.
New to Nayland English teacher Corrin Vedder has always dreamed of writing a book. She has even started writing one, describing it as a fantasy with a bit of magic, “a bit like Harry Potter”.
Defence force visit piques student interest
Students walk the plank.
On the 4th of April representatives from the defence force visited Nayland to educate students about leadership skill and team building, as well as the big variety of career opportunities within the military.
Students succeed at festival
Junior students perform the classic \'Romeo and Juliet\'.
On Saturday the 8th of April, eight groups of Nayland College students participated in the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival with vast success, taking home multiple awards.
But first, breakfast please!
The Breakfast Club sign welcomes everyone.
There is no better way to start the day than having a good breakfast with your friends. The Kickstart Breakfast Club started at Nayland College nearly two years ago.
Talented teen embraces his many strengths
Andre prepares for an experiment.
New student leader Andre Castaing is very well known around Nayland College.
Well traveled teacher strives in new job
Ms Paul (left) is hard at work.
Well-traveled science and biology teacher Glenis Paul has a Bachelor of Science with a major in Zoology. She has worked in 14 different schools in six different countries and has plenty of advice to give.