Summary: Red Kenny is on a road trip for spring break with five friends: Her best friend, the older brother, his perfect girlfriend, a secret crush, a classmate and a killer. When their RV breaks down in the middle of nowhere with no cell service, they soon realise this is no accident. They have been trapped by someone out there in the dark, someone who clearly wants one of them dead. With eight hours until dawn, the six friends must escape, or figure out which of them is the target. But is there a liar among them? Buried secrets will be forced to light and tensions inside the RV will reach deadly levels. Not all of them will survive the night. (Publisher) Summary: Pip Fitz-Amobi is haunted by the way her last investigation ended. Soon she'll be leaving for Cambridge University but then another case finds her and this time it's all about Pip. She has a stalker, one who keeps asking: who will look for you when you're the one who disappears? Pip finds connections between her stalker and a local serial killer. The killer has been in prison for six years, but Pip suspects that the wrong man is behind bars. As the deadly game plays out, Pip realises that everything in Little Kilton is finally coming full circle. If Pip doesn't find the answers, this time she will be the one who disappears. Summary: Ali has helped solve two big cases and he knows he has what it takes to follow in the footsteps of his famous detective father, Alex Cross. Eager to keep solving crimes, Ali and his friends hack into police calls and try to crack their cases themselves. But when Ali witnesses something terrible, he must grapple with some tough questions about what it means to be a detective, and a detective's son. Will he be the one in danger this time? (Publisher) Summary: When Amir's city in Syria is bombed as civil war erupts, his father makes a fateful decision. Amir soon finds himself on a perilous journey by land and sea, with little hope of reaching his destination. Milly is still reeling from the aftermath of earthquakes in her home city of Christchurch. Her only reprieve is the sea, surfing in Sumner and paddleboarding to her refuge at Boulder Bay. Out on the water one morning she sees something that forces her to risk her life for a complete stranger. (Publisher) Summary: What would you do if everyone you love disappeared? What if it was your fault? For July Fielding, nothing has been the same since that summer before senior year. Once, she had Alex, her loyal best friend, the one who always had her back. She had Sydney, who pushed her during every cross-country run, and who sometimes seemed to know July better than she knew herself. And she had Sam. Sam, who told her she was everything and left her breathless with his touch. Now, July is alone. Every single person in her small town of Lithia has disappeared. No family. No Alex or Sydney. No Sam. July's only chance at unravelling the mystery of their disappearance is a series of objects, each a reminder of the people she loved most. And a mysterious message: GET TH3M BACK. (Publisher)

Holiday reading... New Books 18/09/23

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Come and check them out after the holidays. Here is a sneaky preview of 5 of them... BELOW Nominated for book of the year… kiwi author. Caught in a tunnel collapse, Liam and Imogen use all their wits to survive in this gripping novel. When Liam dares his classmate Imogen to come on a forbidden tour of the railway tunnel being drilled through a nearby mountain, he hopes she’ll quit protesting about it damaging the environment — his dad is an engineer working on the tunnel, after all. Just as they reach the huge tunnelling machine everything goes horribly wrong. When the rocks stop falling and the dust settles, they are trapped, kilometres below ground, in the dark. Water is trickling in and beginning to rise. And nobody knows where they are. Can they stop arguing and start working together to escape before time runs out? YOU'RE NOT SUPPOSED TO DIE TONIGHT by New York Times bestselling author Kalynn Bayron Charity Curtis has the summer job of her dreams, playing the “final girl” at Camp Mirror Lake. Guests pay to be scared in this full-contact terror game, as Charity and her summer crew recreate scenes from a classic slasher film, Curse of Camp Mirror Lake. The more realistic the fear, the better for business. But the last weekend of the season, Charity's co-workers begin disappearing. And when one ends up dead, Charity's role as the final girl suddenly becomes all too real. If Charity and her girlfriend Bezi hope to survive the night, they'll need figure out what this killer is after. Is there is more to the story of Mirror Lake and its dangerous past than Charity ever suspected? PROJECT NOUGHT By KIWI author Chelsey Furedi Ren Mittal's last memory in the year 1996 is getting on a bus to visit his mystery pen pal Georgia. When he wakes up in 2122, he thinks he might be hallucinating...he's not Tech conglomerate Chronotech sponsors a time-travel program to help students in 2122 learn what history was really like...from real-life subjects who've been transported into the future...and Ren is one of them. In 2122, Ren's life in the 1990s is practically ancient history--and Ren's not sure how to feel about that. On top of it all, he learns that his memory will be wiped of all things 2122 before he's sent back to the '90s. Adding to Ren's complicated feels, he's forming a crush on his student guide, Mars. And when he crosses paths with the absolute last person he expected to see in the future, he has a bigger problem on his hands: What if Chronotech isn't the benevolent organization they claim to be, and he and his fellow subjects are in great danger? WHAKAARI Local Author, local content, Marion Day Roa, fifteen, lives close to Whakaari/White Island and hangs out with her street gang. She has too many dads, and using the volcano as a metaphor for her feelings, she tells her story in days, weeks and months. Meanwhile, she and her mother Huia both flashback to the past. Huia reveals how her choice of men has affected her daughter. Roa knows right from wrong, loves to write, but is crumbling beneath her two secrets. A botched robbery, a rash encounter with a boy. Finally, she confides in her brother and then her mother. Whakaari's always there, deep inside Roa - beautiful and threatening. Guilt for what she has done, forces her into darkness. She must find her own way out. This is a Powerful, Poignant and Redemptive story. FALLING INTO RAROHENGA Written by kiwi author Steph Matuku It seems like an ordinary day when Tui and Kae, sixteen-year-old twins, get home from school – until they find their mother, Maia, has disappeared and a swirling vortex has opened up in her room. They are sucked into this portal and dragged down to Rarohenga, the Māori Underworld, a shadowy place of infinite dark levels, changing landscapes and untrustworthy characters. Maia has been kidnapped by their estranged father, Tema, enchanted to forget who she really is and hidden somewhere here. Tui and Kae have to find a way through this maze, outwit the shady characters they meet, break the spell on their mother, and escape to the World of Light before the Goddess of Shadows or Tema holds them in Rarohenga forever.

Julie's role is to help our students find their pathways, whether it be work, university, apprenticeships or other opportunities. She will be working closely with our students to help them find their passion and support them. Her ultimate goal is to be in a position to help all students, not just academically, but also by providing opportunities to gain experience. Julie has a wealth of experience in the education sector, having worked at Mount College for 16 years before joining the Gateway Careers team at Whakatane High School. She believes that upskilling is important for everyone and that we should all be lifelong learners. She always strives for her goals and encourages students to do the same, as it is important for them to see progression and always be learning. Julie approaches her job in a holistic way, instilling self-worth and self-confidence in our students. She believes that it is important for students to discover the opportunities available to them and to make the most of them. In addition to her role as Careers Specialist, Julie is also teaching Year 10 Maths. Outside of school, she enjoys swimming, doing the bird walk steps and generally keeping fit. She also loves interior design and spending time with her family and friends. We are thrilled to have Julie as part of our team and look forward to her making a positive impact on our students' lives. She also wants to remind senior students to join the Senior Facebook page for opportunities and updates.

We are delighted to welcome our new Deputy Principal, Jenny Mays, to Trident High School! With over 20 years of teaching experience, including working in four different countries. Jenny brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our community. Originally from the UK, Jenny has called New Zealand home for the past 13 years. She has previously worked for three years in Te Puke and spent seven years in Opotiki, where she served as the Deputy Principal for curriculum. Jenny and her husband are proud business owners, and together they have three wonderful children. The Mays family also includes their adorable Bernese Mountain Dog puppy, Rīwai , whose name means "potato" Trident is thrilled to have Jenny join our whanau. She is eager to make connections with students and their whanau. Jenny has an open-door policy, encouraging students, staff and whanau to approach her with any concerns or ideas. Jenny's favourite subjects in school were physical education and technology, which aligns perfectly with her background as a trained PE teacher. She believes that strong relationships between teachers and students are essential for improving educational outcomes, and she is committed to nurturing these relationships here at Trident High School. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Jenny Mays. We look forward to her contributions in helping Trident High School continue to thrive.

Trident High School welcomes Robyn McConnache! We are thrilled to have Robyn as our new part-time Learning Support Coordinator. With her extensive experience in teaching all levels of primary school in the Bay of Plenty, Wellington, and Gisborne, we are confident that she will bring valuable knowledge and insights to our secondary school environment. Robyn was born and raised in Matata and is of Ngati Hei descent from Wharekaho Whitianga. She has a keen interest in ancestry DNA and spending time with family, and is also a crafty person who enjoys various creative pursuits. As a lover of reading and writing, Robyn's favourite subject in school was English. She is excited about being at Trident High School and is looking forward to coordinating the needs of our students in her new role. Robyn is eager to bring her primary school experience and expertise to the secondary school environment. Once again, welcome to Trident High School, Robyn! We look forward to working with you and seeing the positive impact you will make on our students' learning and wellbeing.

Trident High school welcomes Judith Graham, our School Counsellor for 2023. Judith taught at Trident almost 30 years ago and her experience and expertise are invaluable. “I'm very happy to be at Trident High School this year, stepping in for Mrs Angela Barr while she is away on study leave. I've worked as a counsellor in Whakatane for 25 years, firstly at Voyagers and for the last 15 years at Whakatane High School. It feels as if I've come full circle returning to Trident after teaching here nearly 30 years ago! I enjoy the passion and potential teenagers bring to life and am looking forward to my conversations with Trident rangatahi.”

Darren Florence, Assistant HOD Science, is brand new to Trident High School in 2023. Darren comes from a background in veterinary medicine having practiced as a large animal vet in the Bay of Plenty, Thames Valley and in Rural Wales. Following a late calling into teaching, he has undertaken various roles at Rotorua Boys' High School during the last seven years including teacher of Biology and Chemistry, assistant boarding house master, HOD for Science and rugby coach/manager. Darren has a passion for the great outdoors and particularly enjoys spending time with family whilst hunting, fishing, mountain biking and surfing. Darren says “I’m really excited to be starting at Trident High School, not just for the wonderful outdoor opportunities but also to be working in a friendly and welcoming team and being part of a well-resourced Science department! I can see a lot of exciting opportunities for our ākonga and I cannot wait to get stuck in.”

We caught up with Hugh Oyanagi recently, before he headed off to university in Christchurch. Hugh is a talented pianist! He completed his music courses from Year 9 right through to NCEA Level 3 at Trident High School. In 2022 Hugh performed a music programme for Scholarship Music on Performance. He has also played piano and alto saxophone for the Trident Jazz Band for the past five years, resulting in multiple gold medals. Hugh was one of the school's prefects, and Dux for 2022. We wish Hugh all the very best for his future.

Miss Joanna Boonen has returned to Trident's English department after time away where she has been studying as a full time student. We are privileged to have her back and know her return will be celebrated by the students who have been lucky enough to have her as their teacher. "I am glad to be returning back to Trident after studying both Classics and Philosophy at Massey University. I can talk endlessly about Films and Media, Greek and Roman gods, and the Ancient world that shaped our Western philosophy. I am excited about rejoining the Trident English department, and am looking forward to sharing my passion for language and literature with our students." Mr Stephen Armstrong has joined our English department and we warmly welcome him to our school. Having come from Tauranga he says "Tauranga is hot, but Whakatane is hotter! I have good memories of my time teaching at Opotiki College from 1987-1989. My wife Sharon and I have four adult children (can you have adult children?). We have 3 grandchildren living here, and we're looking forward to hitting the bush and beach. But most of all, the highlight for me will be inspiring the rangitahi of Trident to love reading and writing and to love life with all its challenges. After 20 years at Bethlehem College, I thought it was time to broaden my horizons, so here I am at Trident!" Mrs Cindy Glass to our English department and we warmly welcome her to Trident High School. "I moved to New Zealand from South Africa in June 2019. I have been teaching since 1994 and I have a passion for assisting young people in achieving their potential. I love being outdoors and I am an avid scuba diver. I also enjoy mountain biking, swimming in the sea and hiking with my whanau. I am the mum of two sons. My older son studies at Auckland University and my younger son attends school at Whakatane Intermediate. My whanau and I feel very grateful to live in this beautiful country and it is a privilege to get to know and work alongside the wonderful people of New Zealand."