The Lancewood – 6 March 2026

Principal's pānui: 6 March 2026

This week our year 9 learners headed away on camp.

The week ahead

Monday 9 March to Friday 13 March
Visit the key dates page on our website to keep up-to-date.

Trials for basketball, football and netball continue this week. Check out the article below for all the details.

Tuesday 10 March
6pm: Fiafia night

Thursday 12 March
7pm: Brad Milne Memorial Cup basketball game at St Thomas of Canterbury

Friday 13 March
Whānau Sports Day

Friday 13 March and Saturday 14 March
sPACPAC Canterbury Polyfest: Rolleston College performs later on Saturday afternoon

News

Learning conversations: Monday 16 and Thursday 26 March 2026

You can now book learning conversations for all year levels on SchoolBridge.

2026 whānau sports day: Friday 13 March

Our annual sports day at Brookside Park is coming up!

Fiafia night: Tuesday 10 March 2026

A special event to showcase our Pasifika learners' performance before Polyfest.

French exchange: Bulletin from Angoulême

Year 13 learner Anna Green sent us an update on her time in France!

Celebrations of success: 2025 Academic Endorsement awards

Learners who achieved Merit and Excellence endorsements are invited to a celebration event.

Ready to Flourish: feeling good and functioning well in term one

Our mission is to ensure every learner can stand as the individual they are.

SchoolTV: Discussing war and conflict

In light of the recent escalation of conflict in Iran, many families may be feeling unsettled.

Willow Corner parent evening: Tuesday 17 March 2026

An informative two-hour parent workshop at Darfield Primary School.

Recycling cans at Horoeka Haemata

Recycling a can saves enough energy to power a laptop for five hours!

Key people at Rolleston College

Ako and Advisory coaches and leaders, and whānau leaders, are your best point of contact for any school queries.

Arts update: 6 March 2026

Into the Woods Jr. tickets and poster competition, NZ Army Band performance, and clubs expo.

Careers and development: 6 March 2026

Opportunities for learners coming up in March.

Matavai Pacific: the MOE newsletter for Pasifika families

The Ministry of Education has a pānui for whānau, 'aiga, fanau and families.

Support international students: New Zealand ISA is looking for a local advisor

Advisors provide 24-hour emergency support, ongoing student support, and reporting.

Keeping our campus safe and accessible

Bikes and scooters must be stored responsibly and not blocking entrances or ramps.

Free dental care for all learners onsite!

Important updates regarding onsite dental care.

Rolleston College canteen

Our canteen offers a range of food which can be ordered online or bought onsite.

Visit the Rolleston College Horoeka Haemata website!

Our school website is a platform for you to find all the information you need.

Free dental care for all learners onsite!

Important updates regarding onsite dental care.

Winter sports trials

Football, hockey, and netball trial information.

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