Congratulations to the following students who have been chosen to represent one of the teams listed below in this year's AIMS Games competition.
UPDATES
Our term 1 trials have now begin, with each sporting code taking both skill and fitness sessions to select their teams. If your child is trialling for multiple sporting codes, please contact the teacher in charge of those sports if there are any clashes with dates.
Whakatane Intermediate boasts a rich and storied legacy of active participation in the AIMS Games competition, and we are thrilled to declare our commitment to upholding this tradition in 2024. Our students have the exciting opportunity to explore a diverse array of sports, ranging from the exhilarating challenges of Rock Climbing to the strategic finesse of Indoor Bowls, and beyond. To keep you well informed, we've prepared a comprehensive timetable of events scheduled throughout the year. Additionally, detailed trial information for each sport is provided, ensuring our students are well-prepared and eager to contribute to the continued success of Whakatane Intermediate in the AIMS Games competition.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Will.
TERM 1 Week 6 Thursday: Information booklets containing the sports that our school will contest will be issued to students and an online registration portal will be opened. Week 8 Wednesday: Registrations close Thursday: The teacher in charge of each sport makes contact with parents regarding trial dates and other important information. Week 9 Monday: Trials begin for group 1 Week 11 Wednesday: Trials are completed for group 1 Friday: Group 1 selections are annouced via this website.
TERM 2 Week 1 Wednesday: Group 2 trials begin
Week 3 Friday: Group 2 trials are completed
Week 4 Friday: All teams are announced on this website.
Week 5 Thursday - 5.00pm: Team meetings with family/whanau regarding the outline of the year for each team. The time and location for each meeting will be shared by the teacher in charge of each sport.
Week 6-10 Monday-Friday: Practices.
TERM 3 Week 1 Thursday: AIMS Games waiver is available (follow the link below to access the form)
Week 2 Monday - Friday: Practices continue. Winter tournament (Friday for Soccer, Netball, Hockey and Rugby)
Week 5 Friday: Te Puke exchange (information to be issued in Week 2) - TO BE CONFIRMED
Week 7 Thursday: Parent evening held in the school GYM from 5.30pm to 7.00pm, including competition shirt presentation.
Week 8 Saturday-Friday: AIMS GAMES!!
IMPORTANT NOTICES
A gentle reminder to children who may not be selected: alternative sporting opportunities will be available throughout the rest of the year, providing them with ample chances to represent our school in various competitions.
AIMS Fee Breakdown To provide some transparency in regards to the set AIMS fees for 2024, below is a general breakdown of what the money is used for. Please note that this is a general overview, and each sport will differ. If you would like a break down on your childs sport, please feel free to contact either Kendra or Will. Tranportation - $130 (hired van and fuel which is set by the company we use) Entry Fee - $80-120 (this is dependant on the sport that children are competing in) AIMS T-Shirt - $65 (returning children have the option of purhasing another shirt if they wish) AIMS Umpire - $100 (which is set by the AIMS organisers) Extra Vehicle - $30 (If needed) Accommodation - $200 (If needed) Food - $50 (If needed) Extra - $50 (this is to cover any warm up matches that teams attend, as well as laundry during AIMS etc)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
* Students will be limited to competing in ONE Team sporting code and ONE Individual sporting code over the week of competition. Whanau/Parents are welcome to apply to our AIMS GAMES Committee (contacting Will or Kendra directly via email) if they wish to compete in more codes on the understanding that no timetable allowances will be made. Students will only be accepted if they are able to display appropriate commitment levels to all sports leading up to the event and during the week of competition. Commitment and Trainings All students who are selected into a sports team to compete in the AIMS GAMES will be required to have a strong level of commitment to attend all trainings held and compete in warm up competitions in the lead up to the AIMS GAMES. Trainings will be confirmed once teams are announced but students should expect to attend at least one training session over the course of each week. These sessions may be held before school, at lunchtimes or after school. Any students who do not display the appropriate levels of commitment may be removed from the team after a verbal warning and a phone call home to parents/caregivers.
Parent/Caregiver Expectations
Parents/Caregivers will be expected to support Whakatane Intermediate by making it a priority for students to attend trainings for the AIMS GAMES. Please support Coaches and Managers by encouraging students to attend on time and ready to train. If students are unable to attend practices, parents must contact the Coach prior. Whakatane Intermediate will have a number of staff involved during this week of competition. Each sport will however require parental assistance to support the athletes in various roles. If you are attending games, please offer your assistance to the Coach and Manager of your child’s team as it will be greatly appreciated.