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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260624T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260624T193000
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CREATED:20260605T000320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T000231Z
UID:33548-1782325800-1782329400@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Year 11 Options & Careers Information Evening
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWe are pleased to invite parents and whānau of students currently in Year 11 to attend an ‘Options & Careers Information Evening.’ The purpose of this event is to provide you with comprehensive knowledge and guidance to support your young people as they make their option selections for 2027. \nThe evening will include a detailed overview of the option selection process\, including instructions on how it works and advice on making informed choices. Our Head of Careers will present information about post-school career and study pathways\, and representatives from each learning area will be available to answer questions regarding their subjects and where they can lead. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to the PAC on Wednesday\, 24 June. Doors will open at 6:15 pm\, with the programme commencing promptly at 6:30 pm. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”33549″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/option-careers-information-evening/
CATEGORIES:General,Curriculum
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260617T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260617T163000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20240312T232835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T223143Z
UID:29076-1781703000-1781713800@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Student\, Teacher\, Parent Conferences - School Finishes 12.30pm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]School Finishes: 12.30pm \n\nThere are two scheduled whole-school opportunities to meet face-to-face (kanohi ki te kanohi) or online in Terms 1 and 2\, following the report. \nTerm 1: Wednesday 25 March and Tuesday 31 March \nTerm 2: Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 17 June \nThis opportunity will comprise 10-minute briefings about progress in each subject. If more time is required to discuss\, then an alternative time must be scheduled. \nSubject teachers\, and students\, present a summary of how the student is progressing and any next steps required. The nature of the conference is a focused dialogue (as it is timed for 10 minutes). If further time is needed it must be organised for another time (unless the teacher has time available that evening). \nBookings\nBookings will be available through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz with the event code sent to parents/caregivers via email once bookings are open. \n\nFor more information\, please refer to the Parent-Guardian Handbook.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/student-teacher-parent-conferences-4/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/SPT-Conference_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20250506T204653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T210712Z
UID:31575-1781568000-1782259199@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Interwhānau Sport\, Fast 5 Netball - Senior
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Interwhānau Sport is termly competitions between the whānau which goes toward the Whānau Shield competition. \nSenior Fast 5 Netball will be held 16\, 18\, 19 22 & 23 June.  No competition on Wednesday 17 June due to Student/Teacher/Parent Conferences.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/interwhanau-sport-fast-5-netball-senior/
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20230215T195041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000015Z
UID:26698-1781481600-1781913599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:English Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/english-week/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/English-Week_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20190430T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T004811Z
UID:19396-1781136000-1781222399@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Show Quest
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Showquest is a performing arts platform for schools produced by RQP with the support of the Ministry of Education\, Rockshop & ZM. Showquest supports ākonga around Aotearoa from years 1 – 13 to showcase Art\, Music\, Dance\, Drama\, Culture & Technology. \nStudents design\, produce and perform stories in a powerful performance of celebration and recognition from their community. Performances are centred around an issue chosen by what’s important to students. \nFor more information\, visit https://showquest.nz/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/show-quest/
LOCATION:Aotea Centre\, 50 Mayoral Dr\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260609T133000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260609T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20240312T232335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T223009Z
UID:29071-1781011800-1781033400@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Student\, Teacher\, Parent Conferences - School Finishes 12.30pm
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]School Finishes: 12.30pm \n\nThere are two scheduled whole-school opportunities to meet face-to-face (kanohi ki te kanohi) or online in Terms 1 and 2\, following the report. \nTerm 1: Wednesday 25 March and Tuesday 31 March \nTerm 2: Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 17 June \nThis opportunity will comprise 10-minute briefings about progress in each subject. If more time is required to discuss\, then an alternative time must be scheduled. \nSubject teachers\, and students\, present a summary of how the student is progressing and any next steps required. The nature of the conference is a focused dialogue (as it is timed for 10 minutes). If further time is needed it must be organised for another time (unless the teacher has time available that evening). \nBookings\nBookings will be available through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz with the event code sent to parents/caregivers via email once bookings are open. \n\nFor more information\, please refer to the Parent-Guardian Handbook.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/student-teacher-parent-conferences-3/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/SPT-Conference_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170622T212714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000050Z
UID:11052-1780876800-1781308799@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Languages Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/languages-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Languages-Week_720x560px-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260605
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000159Z
UID:4373-1780617600-1780703999@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Whānau Performance
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/whanau-performance/
LOCATION:BDSC Gym\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Whanau-Performance-2018-360.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20210504T021808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T231926Z
UID:22935-1780012800-1780099199@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Staff Only Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/staff-only-day/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T000351Z
UID:4384-1779840000-1779926399@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Mufti-day for Cultural Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mufti Day in support of Cultural Week. \nPlease ensure students bring a $2 Gold Coin(s) for this\, and the coins will be collected Period 2. \nThe College mufti dress code applies. That is: \n\nClothing\, although casual\, must be appropriate for a college environment;\nNo slogans referring to smoking\, alcohol and drugs\, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;\nThe mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);\nFootwear is to be smart/ casual.  School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear.  Suitable footwear\, i.e. enclosed shoes\, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE\, Science and Technology).\nThe normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;\nDo not bring any props or costumes\, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/mufti-day-for-cultural-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260530
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T004226Z
UID:4383-1779667200-1780099199@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Cultural Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row disable_element=”yes”][vc_column][vc_column_text]To be confirmed… Cultural activities and performances scheduled: \n\n\n\n\n\nMON\nTUE\nWED\nTHU\nFRI\, Mufti-day\n\n\nINTERVAL\n• Music\n• Music\n• African dance group\n• Flax Weaving – interval\nHenna – interval (under the bridge)\n• Music\n• Indian Group\n• Music\n• Chinese & Asian Chopsticks Relays (under the bridge)\n• Music\n• Cultural Fashion Show (under the bridge)\n\n\nLUNCH\n• 1:45 pm First XV Haka\n• 1:50 pm Lion Dance Group\n• Tongan Tau’olunga (Sanchia)\n• KPOP\n• Flax Weaving & Henna (under the bridge)\n• Business Market Day\n• Tongan & Samoan Dance Miracle/Ekklesia/Waverly\n• SDNZ\n• Food Festival (no sit-down lunch)\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/cultural-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Cultural-Week-2018-360.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20260430T005719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T005934Z
UID:33301-1779062400-1779494399@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:CyberSafety Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/cybersafety-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Cyber-Safety-Week_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260515
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20180326T212623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T003605Z
UID:14908-1778803200-1778889599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Mufti-day "Pink Shirt Day" for Awareness
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text css=””]Pink Shirt Day is about working together to stop bullying by celebrating diversity and promoting kindness and inclusiveness. \nMust wear pink. No donation/collection required. \n\nPink Shirt Day movement in 2024!\nWill you join the movement on Friday 15 May 2026 to stop bullying and spread kindness? \nWe’re asking New Zealanders to Speak Up and Stand Together to Stop Bullying by celebrating Pink Shirt Day! \nAnyone can celebrate Pink Shirt Day. Whether you’re a teacher\, student\, workplace or individual\, join the movement. \nCelebrated annually around the globe\, Pink Shirt Day began in Canada in 2007 when two students took a stand against homophobic bullying\, mobilising their whole school\, after a peer was bullied for wearing a pink shirt. \nIn New Zealand\, Pink Shirt Day aims to create schools\, workplaces and communities where all people feel safe\, valued and respected. \nLearn more: https://www.pinkshirtday.org.nz/[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_separator][vc_column_text] \nThe College mufti dress code applies. That is:\n\nClothing\, although casual\, must be appropriate for a college environment;\nNo slogans referring to smoking\, alcohol and drugs\, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;\nThe mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);\nFootwear is to be smart/ casual.  School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear.  Suitable footwear\, i.e. enclosed shoes\, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE\, Science and Technology).\nThe normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;\nDo not bring any props or costumes\, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/mufti-day-pink-shirt-day-awareness/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Pink-Shirt-Day_720x560px-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260508T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260508T230000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T223134Z
UID:4372-1778265000-1778281200@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Senior College Ball
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Ellerslie Event Centre\nFriday 8 May\, 6.30pm – 11.00pm\n\nNo entry permitted after 7:00 pm.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nOur Student Ball Committee is excited to present this year’s Senior School Ball\, to be held at the Ellerslie Event Centre.\n \nEligibility to Attend\nAttendance at the Ball is a privilege for all Year 12 and Year 13 students. We expect students to consistently demonstrate BDSC’s Our Way values: Respect\, Excellence\, Integrity\, and Care for others. Behaviours that do not reflect these values—such as poor conduct\, poor uniform standards\, concerning unjustified absences\, or low engagement scores—may affect eligibility. \nStudents with outstanding charges from previous years (e.g.\, lost textbooks\, unpaid trip costs\, or unreturned sports equipment) must clear any amounts owing before purchasing tickets.\n\nOutside Partner Applications \nYear 12 and 13 students may apply to bring a partner from outside BDSC. The Outside Partner Ball Invitation Form can be downloaded from the Student Hub: Senior Ball Outside Partner.pdf \nCompleted forms must be submitted to Mrs Clark at Level 2 Reception by Wednesday 18 March\, before tickets go on sale. All applications will be vetted\, including parent contact\, and approved forms will be available for collection from Mrs Clark. \nNote: If the proposed partner is a former BDSC student\, attendance may be declined if fees are outstanding or if they have previously failed to uphold our school values. All partners must be Year 12 or above. \nTicket Sales\nTickets are $135.00 each\, covering all Ball costs\, including venue hire\, catering\, DJ\, photography\, decorations\, and ticketing. We work hard to keep the cost as low as possible. \nTickets can be purchased from the Finance Centre\, from Monday 23 March to Thursday 23 April. \nLay-by is available with a minimum $35 deposit\, with full payment due by Thursday 23 April. Students must present a signed Code of Conduct (available on Student Hub) before purchasing a ticket. Tickets will be issued on Friday 8 May\, following the Ball assembly. \nVenue Safety and Expectations\nSenior Leadership\, teaching staff\, and professional security will be present throughout the evening. Students may not leave the venue before the Ball concludes. \nCollege rules apply at all times\, including for outside partners. Security will check bags\, pockets\, and jackets for prohibited items. Note that the venue prohibits chewing gum\, lip gloss\, and mints. \nFailure to comply with the BDSC Code of Conduct may result in the student and their partner being asked to leave without refund\, and further disciplinary action may follow. \nStudents must not consume alcohol beforehand. If alcohol is detected at any point\, parents will be contacted to collect their child. A breathalyser will be used at entry. \nThe College does not authorise any pre- or post-Ball functions. Parents are encouraged to ensure appropriate transport arrangements and safe pick-up by midnight\, as staff also need to return home to their whānau. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact a member of the Senior Leadership Team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/senior-college-ball/
LOCATION:Ellerslie Event Centre\, 80 Ascot Ave\, Auckland\, Remuera\, 1051\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Senior-Ball-2018-360.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T005108Z
UID:4356-1777507200-1777593599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Mufti-day for Senior Ball
DESCRIPTION:Mufti-day in support of our Senior Ball. \nPlease ensure students bring a $2 Gold Coin(s) for this\, and the coins will be collected Period 2. \nThe College mufti dress code applies. That is: \n\nClothing\, although casual\, must be appropriate for a college environment;\nNo slogans referring to smoking\, alcohol and drugs\, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;\nThe mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);\nFootwear is to be smart/ casual.  School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear.  Suitable footwear\, i.e. enclosed shoes\, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE\, Science and Technology).\nThe normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;\nDo not bring any props or costumes\, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/mufti-day-for-senior-ball/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Mufti-Day_720x560px.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T235817Z
UID:4393-1776643200-1776729599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Term 2 Starting Date
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, refer to our Term Dates. \nWinter Uniform Reminder\nAll students are expected to return for Term 2 and Term 3 in full winter uniform (no sandals). Please refer to pages 25 to 30 of the Parent Guardian Handbook on Uniform and Grooming Regulations. \nRegular Uniform Shop hours during term time:\nMonday\, Wednesday and Thursday: 8 – 9 am\nTuesdays: 3:15 – 4:15 pm \nUniform Shop Extra Hours:\nTBC
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/term-2-starting-date/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Announcements
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Term-2-start_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T212326Z
UID:4380-1775088000-1775174399@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Term 1 Finishing Date
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For more information\, refer to our Term Dates. \nSchool will finish at 2.15pm with change of timetable on this day. \n\nPeriod 1 \n\n\n\n9.05\nPeriod 1\n\n\n9.55\nPeriod 2\n\n\n10.45\nInterval\n\n\n11.05\nWarning bell\n\n\n11.10\nPeriod 3\n\n\n12.00\nPeriod 4\n\n\n12.50\nLunch\n\n\n1.25\nWarning bell\n\n\n1.30\nPeriod 5\n\n\n2.15\nEnd of Day\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nWinter Uniform Reminder\nAll students are expected to return for Term 2 and Term 3 in full winter uniform (no sandals). Please refer to pages 28 to 32 of the Parent Guardian Handbook on Uniform and Grooming Regulations. \nRegular Uniform Shop hours during term time: Monday\, Wednesday and Thursday from 8 – 9 am and Tuesdays from 3:15 – 4:15 pm.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/term-1-finish/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Announcements
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Term-1-Finish_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260331T131500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260331T163000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20190131T205235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T222834Z
UID:18703-1774962900-1774974600@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Student\, Teacher\, Parent Conferences for Years 9 to 13
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThere are two scheduled whole-school opportunities to meet face-to-face (kanohi ki te kanohi) or online in Terms 1 and 2\, following the report. \nTerm 1: Wednesday 25 March and Tuesday 31 March \nTerm 2: Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 17 June \nThis opportunity will comprise 10-minute briefings about progress in each subject. If more time is required to discuss\, then an alternative time must be scheduled. \nSubject teachers\, and students\, present a summary of how the student is progressing and any next steps required. The nature of the conference is a focused dialogue (as it is timed for 10 minutes). If further time is needed it must be organised for another time (unless the teacher has time available that evening). \nBookings\nBookings will be available through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz with the event code sent to parents/caregivers via email once bookings are open. \n\nFor more information\, please refer to the Parent-Guardian Handbook.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/student-teacher-parent-conferences-2/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/SPT-Conference_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260330
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260331
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T011527Z
UID:4402-1774828800-1774915199@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Cross Country
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]A whole school event held on school grounds. Compulsory for Years 9-11. \nSaver day – TBC. \nCross Country counts towards the Whānau Shield and points are gained dependent on your finishing position. \n\nStudents in Year 9 will change into full Health & PE uniform during interval in preparation for their event in Period 3.\nYear 9 Girls run 3km (3 laps) and Year 9 Boys run 4km (4 Laps) \nYear 10 students will come to school in full Health & PE uniform in preparation for the event in Period 2. Students must bring their school uniform to school and change into school uniform following the completion of their event.\nYear 10 Boys and Girls run 4km (4 laps) \nCompulsory for Year 11 students; for our Year 12 and Year 13 this is optional\, however we expect our top teams to run. Year 11 and Senior Students will change into full Health & PE uniforms during interval in preparation for their event in Period 4.\nYear 11 Girls\, Year 11 Boys and Senior Girls run 4km (4 laps) and Senior Boys run 6km (6 laps). \nRemember…\n\nCorrect BDSC PE uniform or Whānau coloured top and PE shorts or sport appropriate shorts if senior students no longer own the PE short.\nStudents should wear trainers or covered shoes! Running in bare feet is not recommended.\nStudents to report promptly to their class first\, drop off their bag\, check attendance and then report to the start line as soon as possible.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”30646″ img_size=”full” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/cross-country/
LOCATION:BDSC Fields\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Cross-Country_720x560px-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T132000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170622T013555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T222648Z
UID:10988-1774444800-1774465200@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Student\, Teacher\, Parent Conferences for Years 9 to 13
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThere are two scheduled whole-school opportunities to meet face-to-face (kanohi ki te kanohi) or online in Terms 1 and 2\, following the report. \nTerm 1: Wednesday 25 March and Tuesday 31 March \nTerm 2: Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 17 June \nThis opportunity will comprise 10-minute briefings about progress in each subject. If more time is required to discuss\, then an alternative time must be scheduled. \nSubject teachers\, and students\, present a summary of how the student is progressing and any next steps required. The nature of the conference is a focused dialogue (as it is timed for 10 minutes). If further time is needed it must be organised for another time (unless the teacher has time available that evening). \nBookings\nBookings will be available through www.schoolinterviews.co.nz with the event code sent to parents/caregivers via email once bookings are open. \n\nFor more information\, please refer to the Parent-Guardian Handbook.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/student-teacher-parent-conferences/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/SPT-Conference_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20240310T222237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T005108Z
UID:29042-1774224000-1776988799@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Senior Ball Tickets on Sale
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\nOur Student Ball Committee is excited to present this year’s Senior School Ball\, to be held at the Ellerslie Event Centre on Friday 8 May.\n \nEligibility to Attend\nAttendance at the Ball is a privilege for all Year 12 and Year 13 students. We expect students to consistently demonstrate BDSC’s Our Way values: Respect\, Excellence\, Integrity\, and Care for others. Behaviours that do not reflect these values—such as poor conduct\, poor uniform standards\, concerning unjustified absences\, or low engagement scores—may affect eligibility. \nStudents with outstanding charges from previous years (e.g.\, lost textbooks\, unpaid trip costs\, or unreturned sports equipment) must clear any amounts owing before purchasing tickets.\n\nOutside Partner Applications \nYear 12 and 13 students may apply to bring a partner from outside BDSC. The Outside Partner Ball Invitation Form can be downloaded from the Student Hub: Senior Ball Outside Partner.pdf \nCompleted forms must be submitted to Mrs Clark at Level 2 Reception by Wednesday 18 March\, before tickets go on sale. All applications will be vetted\, including parent contact\, and approved forms will be available for collection from Mrs Clark. \nNote: If the proposed partner is a former BDSC student\, attendance may be declined if fees are outstanding or if they have previously failed to uphold our school values. All partners must be Year 12 or above. \nTicket Sales\nTickets are $135.00 each\, covering all Ball costs\, including venue hire\, catering\, DJ\, photography\, decorations\, and ticketing. We work hard to keep the cost as low as possible. \nTickets can be purchased from the Finance Centre\, from Monday 23 March to Thursday 23 April. \nLay-by is available with a minimum $35 deposit\, with full payment due by Thursday 23 April. Students must present a signed Code of Conduct (available on Student Hub) before purchasing a ticket. Tickets will be issued on Friday 8 May\, following the Ball assembly. \nVenue Safety and Expectations\nSenior Leadership\, teaching staff\, and professional security will be present throughout the evening. Students may not leave the venue before the Ball concludes. \nCollege rules apply at all times\, including for outside partners. Security will check bags\, pockets\, and jackets for prohibited items. Note that the venue prohibits chewing gum\, lip gloss\, and mints. \nFailure to comply with the BDSC Code of Conduct may result in the student and their partner being asked to leave without refund\, and further disciplinary action may follow. \nStudents must not consume alcohol beforehand. If alcohol is detected at any point\, parents will be contacted to collect their child. A breathalyser will be used at entry. \nThe College does not authorise any pre- or post-Ball functions. Parents are encouraged to ensure appropriate transport arrangements and safe pick-up by midnight\, as staff also need to return home to their whānau. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact a member of the Senior Leadership Team. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/senior-ball-tickets-on-sale/
LOCATION:BDSC Finance Centre\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, Published\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Senior-Ball-2018-RO_134_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260322
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20210322T213951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T203046Z
UID:22722-1773792000-1774137599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Polyfest
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nAuckland Secondary Schools Maori & Pacific Islands Cultural Festival\n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text css=””]The ASB Polyfest festival features traditional music\, dance\, costume and cultural speech competitions\, and is one of the most recognised events on the Auckland calendar. It’s a showcase of New Zealand’s diverse cultures and a celebration of youth performance. \nStudents traditionally compete on six stages\, performing traditional items from the following cultures – Cook Islands\, Māori\, Niue\, Samoa\, Tonga and Diversity stage featuring performances from a range of cultural groups including Fijian\, Tokelau\, Chinese\, Korean and Indian. \n\nBDSC students will be performing on the Diversity Stage\, If you would like to support our students and watch their performances\, we warmly invite you to attend.\nPerformance Schedule: \n\n3.20 pm – Indian Dance Group\n3.40 pm – Chinese Dance Group\n3.50 pm – Punjabi Dance Group\n4.00 pm – Lion Dance Group\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/polyfest/
LOCATION:Manukau Sports Bowl\, 1 Boundary Road\, Clover Park\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/polyfest-logo.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20260222T225954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260222T230345Z
UID:32847-1773338400-1773343800@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Pasifika Fono Evening
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/pasifika-fono-evening/
LOCATION:BDSC Staffroom\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General,Co-curricular
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Pasifika-Fono_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260310
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260311
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20180211T201224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T005446Z
UID:14023-1773100800-1773187199@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:ID Photos\, catch-up day
DESCRIPTION:For those students who missed the ID Photo day.
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/id-photos-catch-day/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Photos_720x560px.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T235545Z
UID:4401-1772755200-1772841599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Mufti-day for Seaweek
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Mufti Day in support of Seaweek. \nTheme is Green and Blue. \nPlease ensure students bring a $2 Gold Coin(s) for this. \nThe College mufti dress code applies. That is: \n\nClothing\, although casual\, must be appropriate for a college environment;\nNo slogans referring to smoking\, alcohol and drugs\, any sexual or inappropriate connotations;\nThe mid-section of the body is to be covered and any student wearing a skirt or shorts deemed inappropriate will be required to wear one provided by the College (all skirts and shorts should be at least mid-thigh in length i.e. no midi/mini-skirts or short shorts);\nFootwear is to be smart/ casual.  School shoes will be issued to students who wear inappropriate footwear.  Suitable footwear\, i.e. enclosed shoes\, must be worn for practical classes (Health & PE\, Science and Technology).\nThe normal standards of hair colour apply so please do not colour your hair for the day;\nDo not bring any props or costumes\, as they may be inappropriate or be a distraction to learning in the classroom.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/mufti-day-for-sea-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Seaweek_720x560px-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T235516Z
UID:4414-1772409600-1772841599@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Sea Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSeaweek – Kaupapa Moana – is New Zealand’s annual national week celebrating the sea.\nSeaweek is an opportunity for all ages to discover the many ways that our lives are connected to the sea. In March every year\, we encourage and promote events and community action projects to inspire and enable this connection. \nSeaweek is coordinated nationally by Sir Peter Blake Marine Education and Recreation Centre (MERC) and is made possible through the work of a large network of volunteers with support from a wide range of individuals\, groups\, businesses and organisations. We’re grateful for the collaborative work which enables us to offer and promote opportunities which inspire kiwis to take time to connect with the sea. \nSeaweek History\nSeaweek has been a regular fixture in Aotearoa New Zealand for over 30 years. It was first held by the Marine Education Society of Australasia in 1992. From the late 1990s through to 2019\, New Zealand Association for Environmental Education (NZAEE) coordinated the event through its nationwide network. In 2019 MERC started to work alongside NZAEE to deliver Seaweek and in 2023 custodianship was more formally passed onto MERC. Each year\, Seaweek collaborates with a wide range of groups across Aotearoa New Zealand to organise a variety of accessible opportunities for all to immerse themselves in the marine environment and learn about the ocean. Seaweek hopes to inspire people to engage with nature\, explore the ocean and develop a deep sense of connection to our environment so that all are inspired and empowered to be kaitiaki.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/sea-week/
LOCATION:BDSC\, 575 Chapel Road\, East Tamaki\, Auckland\, 2016\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Seaweek_720x560px-1.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T203606Z
UID:4370-1771977600-1772236799@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Camp: Spirit Year 9
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/camp-spirit-year-9/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Spirit-camp.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T202945Z
UID:4367-1771977600-1772236799@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Camp: Koru Year 9
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/camp-koru-year-9/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Koru-camp.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260227
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20170214T142849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T213443Z
UID:4368-1771891200-1772150399@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Camp: Discovery Year 9
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/camp-discovery-year-9/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Discovery-camp.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260226
DTSTAMP:20260625T083639
CREATED:20200121T210224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T213344Z
UID:20156-1771804800-1772063999@www.bdsc.school.nz
SUMMARY:Camp: Britten Year 9
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/event/camp-britten-year-9/
CATEGORIES:General
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.bdsc.school.nz/wp-content/uploads/Britten-camp.jpg
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