23 September 2009 Term 3 Week 10 09/30
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
What a busy last few days we are having. The puppet show on Friday was a huge success – congratulations to the talented artists who devised the programme and the performance. Congratulations as well to the teachers and children who worked so hard to make the event a memorable one. It’s great to see children engaging their hearts, minds and bodies in such activity.
On Monday the Malaysian parents provided the staff with lunch to celebrate the end of Ramadan. That too was a colourful and memorable event for those involved. Thanks to the families who made it possible and to Mrs Probert for her excellent work with international families who attend our school.
The Fortune Theatre arrived on Monday afternoon to perform a segment of their current play “The Day my Bum went Psycho”. This performance, predictably, went down well with the senior children!!!
Cross country may go ahead tomorrow depending on the weather – fingers crossed! Then it will be Friday and the end of yet another school term. Thanks to all for a great term and safe travels over the holidays!
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Welcome
A warm welcome goes to Jordon who has started in R11 and Liam who has joined R8. We welcome their families to our school community.
Artists in Schools Performance
Friday 18 September ‘Puppet Day’ - the scene was set– time for the show. And what a show it was! The puppets were the stars (or were the children the stars?). It was amazing that so much was accomplished in such at short space of time. As well as the children making the puppets and taking part in the show, they learned so many new skills. All the five Key Competencies that we have been working on in school (Thinking, Managing Self, Relating to Others, Participating and Contributing, Using
Language, Symbols and Texts) were evident during the project. It was also fun!!! We thank Kaitrin, Drew and Anna for their enthusiasm and their expertise.
Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting
Thank you to those parents and caregivers who attended this meeting on Monday evening. The programme will be taught by the Police Education Officer, John Somerfield and the class teachers during the first two weeks of Term 4. There will be a homework booklet which the children will bring home for discussion with their families about keeping safe.
Cross Country
Weather permitting, the school cross country will be held tomorrow, 24 September from 12.45-2.45pm at Chingford Park.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
There will be a free sausage sizzle at lunch time this Friday.
Assembly
Friday’s 2.30pm assembly will be organised by Room 3 with items by Rooms 2 & 11. Assembly will be held in the Hall. Parents/caregivers are welcome to
attend.
Friendship Bracelets
Lillian Brewer R5 has friendship bracelets for sale for $2 each at the office in support of Wakari Girl Guides and Volunteer Service Abroad.
School Photos
Order forms for the school photos have been sent home. Orders with money need to be into the office by Friday 16 October.
Printing Press
Many thanks to the PTA who recently donated a printing press to the school. It is already being put to good use!
Board of Trustees News
The Board of Trustees met on Monday 21 September. Items that were discussed included updating the school charter, progress on various property projects in the school, changes to the delivery of the school dental service, the development of a parents meeting area in the school. The next meeting of the Board is scheduled for Monday 9 November at 6pm.
Security over the Holidays
We ask that school families be vigilant over the holidays and contact the Police or Chubb Security Ph 479 6367 if there is a security issue.
On Monday our Malaysian school families celebrated the end of Ramadan. The children wore their traditional dress and their families joined the staff at lunchtime for a shared lunch. Members of the adult English conversation class which is led by Mrs Probert and Mrs Navaratne joined in too.
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
24 School Cross Country 12.45-2.45pm Chingford
25 End of Term 3
October
12 Start of Term 4
12-27 Keeping ourselves Safe programme
13-16 Normal Schools Conference
19 School swimming block commences
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
21 Social Studies Quiz
26 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser – Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
Please remember that all orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September. These will be sent away and we will hopefully have the books back at the beginning of Term 4.
Next PTA Meeting
A meeting will be held Tuesday 20 October at 3.15pm.
Community News
Basketball Otago School Holiday Programme at the Edgar Centre. Camp 1: Tuesday 6th & Wednesday 7th October 9.00am-3.00pm. Camp 2 Thursday 8th & Friday 9th October 9.00am-3.00pm. Age 8 yrs - 13 yrs. Cost: $80.00 per child or $125.00 for 2 children from same family. Coached by BBO Representative Coaches and former Nuggets Players. To register your child please see the registration form on our website of www.basketballotago.co.nz or contact Basketball Otago Ph 456 4063 for further details.
House Wanted: from early December in North East Valley - 2 bedroomed house/ flat for a new family coming to our school. Furnished or
unfurnished. Please email details to Jessica Lesley Pyarabon j.lesley3@gmail.com
Nanny Available for after school care for your children 15 years experience. Excellent reference available. Phone Kirsten 487 7110 or 027 292 2143.
Catholic Social Services
Parents Inc Toolbox Parenting Courses
Day & Evening courses
Game On-dads / Parent Support / Group-mums
0-6 years /6-12 years /Teenage
Register now for T4 - 6 sessions; cost negotiable
ph 4773403 sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz
www.cathsocialservices.org.nz
KID'S CYCLE SAFETY EVENT
WHEN: Saturday 26 September 2009 10am - 12pm
Listen out to More FM for more details
WHERE: Fulton Hogan Cycle Smart Park, Dunedin
Next to the Dinosaur Park, (Marlow Park)
5 bikes and safety packages up for grabs
Hot dogs
Bouncy Castle
Spot prizes / loads of entertainment
Bike safety checks
bring your bikes bring your parents
If you don’t have a bike still come along & learn some important cycle safety skills
(Cancellation date - Sunday 27 September)
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
15 September 2009 Term 3 Week 9 09/29
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
School is usually a busy place but seems busier than normal at present. Parents who pop into school during the day will see children engaged in a number of activities: watering plants in their class gardens; walking tall puppets about the schoolyard as they prepare for the puppet performance this coming Friday; playing all sorts of games, especially enjoying various forms of soccer and rugby using the new posts on the top field. The sunny days certainly lend themselves to more outdoor activities.
I attended a conference on student engagement last week. Student engagement is defined by academics in high falutin language but put simply is when children bring their hearts, bodies and minds to learning. The aim of teachers is to fully engage
children in school life so they achieve their potential. When I was listening to the conference speakers, I was delighted to hear that the things research show helps children to be engaged are things we do well here at NEV Normal: we have small class sizes, especially at the junior end of the school; we try to ensure children enjoy success from the minute they arrive so they feel good about learning; we provide a wide range of support mechanisms for children who struggle (e.g.: reading recovery, learning support, social worker, after school club, the Valley project etc…); we connect the learning with real life; we have clear discipline policies; we set goals with children; we get them to reflect on their learning; we especially help new comers settle in…. the list goes on.
While we can always improve our practice, I am satisfied that we already go a long way to ensure success for the students who attend this school!
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Artists in Schools Performance
The children have been working hard on their puppets and their songs for the puppet performance which will be held this Friday 18 September at 1.45pm in the hall. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend. We thank Kaitrin, Drew and Anna for their enthusiasm and their expertise.
Black Clothing for Performance
All puppeteers (children) need to have black or dark clothing for the performance. Please send suitable clothing to school by Friday for the children to change into.
Assembly
There will be no assembly due to the puppet performance.
Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting
A notice was sent home on Friday concerning this meeting to be held on Monday 21 September. This meeting will be led by John Somerfield, our police education officer. The programme is designed to give children the skills to cope in situations involving abuse. Please complete the return slip advising numbers who will attend this meeting and hand in to the office.
Scholastic Book Club Sale
Leaflets for the Scholastic sale were sent home last week. Orders with money need to be into the office by this Friday 18 September please. Cheques should be made payable to Scholastic NZ.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
There are no PTA hot lunches this Friday.
School Photos
Class photos and individual photos of each child have been taken today. The proofs and order forms will be available shortly.
Maori & Pacific Island Festival
Last Thursday the senior school participated in the Maori and Pacific Island Festival held at the Edgar Centre. They have been practicing their Kapa Haka for some time and their performance was polished and very well received.
Thanks go to Frank Edwards for assisting the group with their songs and actions.
Cross Country
Congratulations to Harriet Koch, Mikaire Schooner and Jorja Hall who represented NEV Normal in the Otago Primary Schools Cross Country at Balmacwen Intermediate School on Friday. The whole school cross country will be held on Tuesday 22 September from 12.45-2.45pm at Chingford Park.
Sports Awards
Congratulations to Shay Crombie who was awarded the ‘Most Improved Player’ trophy and Meihana Schooner who was awarded ’Player of the Year’ trophy for the under 8s team; Cameron McMillan who was awarded the ‘Most Improved Player’ trophy for the Under 7s team and Mikaire Schooner who was awarded a participation certificate for the Otago Metro rugby team at the Alhambra Union Rugby Football Club prizegiving. Great effort everyone!!
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
17 Vision and Hearing Testing
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
21 Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting 5.30pm
21 BOT Meeting 6pm
22 School Cross Country 12.45-2.45pm Chingford
25 End of Term 3
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
25 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser – Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
Please remember that all orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September. These will be sent away and we will hopefully have the books back at the beginning of Term 4.
Monogrammed School Jackets
The PTA has recently purchased 17 monogrammed school jackets. These will be worn by the students when they are visiting other schools, or at competitions. This purchase was made possible by the very kind generosity of the Foodstuffs Community Trust, who granted us the total cost of the jackets.
Next PTA Meeting
A meeting will be held today (15th September) after school.
Community News
Ma-Fi Arts Workshop: Art school for kids Room 104, King Edward Court. Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Pottery, Print-Making, Mask-Making plus many other art/craft related activities. Holiday Programme Sept 28 –Oct 9 Open: 8am – 5:30pm daily Mon – Fri, From 3 hours & up to all day, sessions available. Ph: 477 6112/472 8072/ 0211147971, Email: ma-fiarts@clear.net.nz For more information: Images, Fees, Enrolment Forms etc see our website http://www.ma-fiarts.co.nz
West Harbour Home and Garden Tour: Saturday 10 October 10am-4pm, . Tickets $25 each, Devonshire tea included. For tickets and further information: Vanessa (03) 471 0221 westharbourgardentour@hotmail.com Please note: Out of respect for these special properties, we have designed this tour for adults.
Dunedin BMX Club Schools Challenge 2009: No experience necessary and any push bike can be used. Mum and Dad, this is cheap at $3.00. An info pack is available at the school office or phone Jason 4766414 or jwhitehead@cutlers.co.nz. Prizes - each rider receives a certificate- winning school receives a trophy - each school team gets their photo taken.
KiwiSkate and Kiwihockey Holiday Classes: at the Dunedin Stadium. Week 1: Monday 28 Sept - Friday 2 Oct. Week 2: Monday 5 Oct – Friday 9 Oct. 9am-10am for Kiwihockey and 10am – 11am for Kiwiskate. Cost: $30.00 per person 1 hour lesson per day for 1 week. Suitable for children 5+. 101 Victoria Rd. For further information ph 456 4556.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
School is usually a busy place but seems busier than normal at present. Parents who pop into school during the day will see children engaged in a number of activities: watering plants in their class gardens; walking tall puppets about the schoolyard as they prepare for the puppet performance this coming Friday; playing all sorts of games, especially enjoying various forms of soccer and rugby using the new posts on the top field. The sunny days certainly lend themselves to more outdoor activities.
I attended a conference on student engagement last week. Student engagement is defined by academics in high falutin language but put simply is when children bring their hearts, bodies and minds to learning. The aim of teachers is to fully engage
children in school life so they achieve their potential. When I was listening to the conference speakers, I was delighted to hear that the things research show helps children to be engaged are things we do well here at NEV Normal: we have small class sizes, especially at the junior end of the school; we try to ensure children enjoy success from the minute they arrive so they feel good about learning; we provide a wide range of support mechanisms for children who struggle (e.g.: reading recovery, learning support, social worker, after school club, the Valley project etc…); we connect the learning with real life; we have clear discipline policies; we set goals with children; we get them to reflect on their learning; we especially help new comers settle in…. the list goes on.
While we can always improve our practice, I am satisfied that we already go a long way to ensure success for the students who attend this school!
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Artists in Schools Performance
The children have been working hard on their puppets and their songs for the puppet performance which will be held this Friday 18 September at 1.45pm in the hall. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend. We thank Kaitrin, Drew and Anna for their enthusiasm and their expertise.
Black Clothing for Performance
All puppeteers (children) need to have black or dark clothing for the performance. Please send suitable clothing to school by Friday for the children to change into.
Assembly
There will be no assembly due to the puppet performance.
Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting
A notice was sent home on Friday concerning this meeting to be held on Monday 21 September. This meeting will be led by John Somerfield, our police education officer. The programme is designed to give children the skills to cope in situations involving abuse. Please complete the return slip advising numbers who will attend this meeting and hand in to the office.
Scholastic Book Club Sale
Leaflets for the Scholastic sale were sent home last week. Orders with money need to be into the office by this Friday 18 September please. Cheques should be made payable to Scholastic NZ.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
There are no PTA hot lunches this Friday.
School Photos
Class photos and individual photos of each child have been taken today. The proofs and order forms will be available shortly.
Maori & Pacific Island Festival
Last Thursday the senior school participated in the Maori and Pacific Island Festival held at the Edgar Centre. They have been practicing their Kapa Haka for some time and their performance was polished and very well received.
Thanks go to Frank Edwards for assisting the group with their songs and actions.
Cross Country
Congratulations to Harriet Koch, Mikaire Schooner and Jorja Hall who represented NEV Normal in the Otago Primary Schools Cross Country at Balmacwen Intermediate School on Friday. The whole school cross country will be held on Tuesday 22 September from 12.45-2.45pm at Chingford Park.
Sports Awards
Congratulations to Shay Crombie who was awarded the ‘Most Improved Player’ trophy and Meihana Schooner who was awarded ’Player of the Year’ trophy for the under 8s team; Cameron McMillan who was awarded the ‘Most Improved Player’ trophy for the Under 7s team and Mikaire Schooner who was awarded a participation certificate for the Otago Metro rugby team at the Alhambra Union Rugby Football Club prizegiving. Great effort everyone!!
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
17 Vision and Hearing Testing
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
21 Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting 5.30pm
21 BOT Meeting 6pm
22 School Cross Country 12.45-2.45pm Chingford
25 End of Term 3
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
25 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser – Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
Please remember that all orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September. These will be sent away and we will hopefully have the books back at the beginning of Term 4.
Monogrammed School Jackets
The PTA has recently purchased 17 monogrammed school jackets. These will be worn by the students when they are visiting other schools, or at competitions. This purchase was made possible by the very kind generosity of the Foodstuffs Community Trust, who granted us the total cost of the jackets.
Next PTA Meeting
A meeting will be held today (15th September) after school.
Community News
Ma-Fi Arts Workshop: Art school for kids Room 104, King Edward Court. Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Pottery, Print-Making, Mask-Making plus many other art/craft related activities. Holiday Programme Sept 28 –Oct 9 Open: 8am – 5:30pm daily Mon – Fri, From 3 hours & up to all day, sessions available. Ph: 477 6112/472 8072/ 0211147971, Email: ma-fiarts@clear.net.nz For more information: Images, Fees, Enrolment Forms etc see our website http://www.ma-fiarts.co.nz
West Harbour Home and Garden Tour: Saturday 10 October 10am-4pm, . Tickets $25 each, Devonshire tea included. For tickets and further information: Vanessa (03) 471 0221 westharbourgardentour@hotmail.com Please note: Out of respect for these special properties, we have designed this tour for adults.
Dunedin BMX Club Schools Challenge 2009: No experience necessary and any push bike can be used. Mum and Dad, this is cheap at $3.00. An info pack is available at the school office or phone Jason 4766414 or jwhitehead@cutlers.co.nz. Prizes - each rider receives a certificate- winning school receives a trophy - each school team gets their photo taken.
KiwiSkate and Kiwihockey Holiday Classes: at the Dunedin Stadium. Week 1: Monday 28 Sept - Friday 2 Oct. Week 2: Monday 5 Oct – Friday 9 Oct. 9am-10am for Kiwihockey and 10am – 11am for Kiwiskate. Cost: $30.00 per person 1 hour lesson per day for 1 week. Suitable for children 5+. 101 Victoria Rd. For further information ph 456 4556.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Newsletter 8 September 2009
8 September 2009 Term 3 Week 8 09/28
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
New soccer and rugby posts
Thanks to the generosity of the PTA and the Board of Trustees, the new soccer and rugby posts have arrived and have been especially designed to be used for both soccer and rugby. Lets hope they are treated well over the weekends and out of school time!
Dogs on the schools property
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE SCHOOL GROUNDS! For both hygiene and safety reasons dogs are not allowed on our school grounds. Please do not bring dogs into the property when you pick up or drop off your children.
Also, if you notice people playing with their dogs out of school time at school please ask them not to - our children shouldn’t have to have their play areas soiled by dogs.
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Rainbow Class
The final Rainbow Class for this term will be held this Thursday 10 September in R11 from 1.15 to 2.45pm. This is a transition to school class for 4 year olds taken by Mrs Will, the new entrant teacher.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by this Friday 11 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Assembly
Friday’s 2.30pm assembly will be organised by Room 5 with items by Rooms 3 & 10. Assembly will be held in the Hall. Parents/caregivers are welcome to
attend.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches this Friday are: -
1 slice of pizza and 1 sausage roll for $1.50
Milo $0.50c. Please bring a cup for Milo.
Orders with money in a named envelope with room number to the office by 9am please. This will be the last hot lunch for the term.
Sports Awards
Congratulations go to Alex Peck-Locke who was awarded ‘Most Improved Player’ for the 10th grade at the Northern Junior Soccer prize giving last week.
School Photos
School photos will be taken next Tuesday 15 September. There will be class photos and individual photos of each child taken.
Cultural Day Advance Notice
A cultural day celebrating the many ethnicities and cultures in our school will be held on Monday 2 November.
Flags: We would like to have a display of flags from countries represented at NEV Normal. If you would like to sponsor the flag of your country the cost is $25.80.
Food: Any one interested in helping to cook food from their culture should contact Mrs Probert or the office. We would also like parent support to assist in lunch preparation - setting up and clearing tables, supervising children etc.
Cross Country
Best wishes go to Harriet Koch, Mikaire Schooner and Jorja Hall who are competing in the Otago Primary Schools Cross Country at Balmacwen Intermediate School on Friday. The whole school cross country will be held on Tuesday 22 September from 12.45-2.45pm at Chingford Park.
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
10 Rainbow Class
11 Wide Horizons trip R10
11 Otago Championship Cross Country
Scholastic Book Club Issue 6 closes
14 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 School Photos
16 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
17 Vision and Hearing Testing
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
22 School Cross Country 12.45-2.45pm Chingford
25 End of Term 3
Wide Horizons Trip
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
26 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser
Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
All orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September.
Next PTA Meeting
Tuesday 15 September at 3.15pm. All welcome.
Community News
North East Valley Junior Cricket: Registration:
Saturday 12 September, 2-5 pm OR Tuesday 15
September, 4:30 to 5 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. Gear Exchange table at Saturday registration. contact: Abby Smith, 473-0150, hgspencer@xtra.co.nz, website www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night:
Thursday 10 September 7pm at the NEV Bowling Club, 139 North Rd. Cost 5 per person: 4-6 per team. Raffles. Contact 473 9107.
Student Job Search: is a not-for-profit community organisation that brings employers together with students seeking work. Looking for tertiary students for one-off, part-time, full-time or casual work in your household or business? List your vacancy with Student Job Search free of charge at www.sjs.co.nz or call us on 0800 757 562, and we will refer students that we think are right for you and your position - it's that easy!
Community Singing. It is OK to join in the middle of the year! New and old favourites under the energising guidance of our conductor Clare Adams, Tuesday 7:30pm in the NEV Normal School Hall. $2 members/$5. No need to be able to read music.
Montessori @ The Gardens: 20 year celebration, School Fair and Open Day, Sunday 20 September 11am-2pm, 5 Chambers St. Sausage sizzle, raffles, bouncy castle, books, baking, colourful pots
Leslie Rugby Coaching Clinic: (5 - 13 year old boys and girls). A fantastic opportunity to learn fundamental rugby skills from top rugby players in the region. For a fun, non contact and skill based day come and join John Leslie and his team of coaches. When: Friday 2nd October 2009. Where: Edgar Centre. Time: 9 – 4pm. Registration forms available on request: office@leslierugby.co.nz 0800 4 537 543.
Closing Down Timber Sale: Macrocarpa: suitable raised garden beds, hen houses, compost boxes. Exotic Woods. Slabs. Firewood. Contact Bill 021344788, Unit 4, 7 Watts Rd, Nth East Valley.
Exhibition of Recycled Art: Opoho Church 20-27 September. Recycled art competition for primary school children. Various age groups. Entries need to be by 5pm Friday 19 September. Exhibition opening 11am Sunday 20 September, with guest speaker Metiria Turei. Contact Susan 477 1412.
KID'S CYCLE SAFETY EVENT
WHEN: Saturday 26 September 2009 10am - 12pm
Listen out to More FM for more details
WHERE: Fulton Hogan Cycle Smart Park, Dunedin
Next to the Dinosaur Park, (Marlow Park)
5 bikes and safety packages up for grabs
Hot dogs
Bouncy Castle
Spot prizes / loads of entertainment
Bike safety checks
bring your bikes bring your parents
If you don’t have a bike still come along & learn some important cycle safety skills
(Cancellation date - Sunday 27 September)kid
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
New soccer and rugby posts
Thanks to the generosity of the PTA and the Board of Trustees, the new soccer and rugby posts have arrived and have been especially designed to be used for both soccer and rugby. Lets hope they are treated well over the weekends and out of school time!
Dogs on the schools property
DOGS ARE NOT PERMITTED ON THE SCHOOL GROUNDS! For both hygiene and safety reasons dogs are not allowed on our school grounds. Please do not bring dogs into the property when you pick up or drop off your children.
Also, if you notice people playing with their dogs out of school time at school please ask them not to - our children shouldn’t have to have their play areas soiled by dogs.
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Rainbow Class
The final Rainbow Class for this term will be held this Thursday 10 September in R11 from 1.15 to 2.45pm. This is a transition to school class for 4 year olds taken by Mrs Will, the new entrant teacher.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by this Friday 11 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Assembly
Friday’s 2.30pm assembly will be organised by Room 5 with items by Rooms 3 & 10. Assembly will be held in the Hall. Parents/caregivers are welcome to
attend.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches this Friday are: -
1 slice of pizza and 1 sausage roll for $1.50
Milo $0.50c. Please bring a cup for Milo.
Orders with money in a named envelope with room number to the office by 9am please. This will be the last hot lunch for the term.
Sports Awards
Congratulations go to Alex Peck-Locke who was awarded ‘Most Improved Player’ for the 10th grade at the Northern Junior Soccer prize giving last week.
School Photos
School photos will be taken next Tuesday 15 September. There will be class photos and individual photos of each child taken.
Cultural Day Advance Notice
A cultural day celebrating the many ethnicities and cultures in our school will be held on Monday 2 November.
Flags: We would like to have a display of flags from countries represented at NEV Normal. If you would like to sponsor the flag of your country the cost is $25.80.
Food: Any one interested in helping to cook food from their culture should contact Mrs Probert or the office. We would also like parent support to assist in lunch preparation - setting up and clearing tables, supervising children etc.
Cross Country
Best wishes go to Harriet Koch, Mikaire Schooner and Jorja Hall who are competing in the Otago Primary Schools Cross Country at Balmacwen Intermediate School on Friday. The whole school cross country will be held on Tuesday 22 September from 12.45-2.45pm at Chingford Park.
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
10 Rainbow Class
11 Wide Horizons trip R10
11 Otago Championship Cross Country
Scholastic Book Club Issue 6 closes
14 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 School Photos
16 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
17 Vision and Hearing Testing
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
22 School Cross Country 12.45-2.45pm Chingford
25 End of Term 3
Wide Horizons Trip
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
26 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser
Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
All orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September.
Next PTA Meeting
Tuesday 15 September at 3.15pm. All welcome.
Community News
North East Valley Junior Cricket: Registration:
Saturday 12 September, 2-5 pm OR Tuesday 15
September, 4:30 to 5 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. Gear Exchange table at Saturday registration. contact: Abby Smith, 473-0150, hgspencer@xtra.co.nz, website www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night:
Thursday 10 September 7pm at the NEV Bowling Club, 139 North Rd. Cost 5 per person: 4-6 per team. Raffles. Contact 473 9107.
Student Job Search: is a not-for-profit community organisation that brings employers together with students seeking work. Looking for tertiary students for one-off, part-time, full-time or casual work in your household or business? List your vacancy with Student Job Search free of charge at www.sjs.co.nz or call us on 0800 757 562, and we will refer students that we think are right for you and your position - it's that easy!
Community Singing. It is OK to join in the middle of the year! New and old favourites under the energising guidance of our conductor Clare Adams, Tuesday 7:30pm in the NEV Normal School Hall. $2 members/$5. No need to be able to read music.
Montessori @ The Gardens: 20 year celebration, School Fair and Open Day, Sunday 20 September 11am-2pm, 5 Chambers St. Sausage sizzle, raffles, bouncy castle, books, baking, colourful pots
Leslie Rugby Coaching Clinic: (5 - 13 year old boys and girls). A fantastic opportunity to learn fundamental rugby skills from top rugby players in the region. For a fun, non contact and skill based day come and join John Leslie and his team of coaches. When: Friday 2nd October 2009. Where: Edgar Centre. Time: 9 – 4pm. Registration forms available on request: office@leslierugby.co.nz 0800 4 537 543.
Closing Down Timber Sale: Macrocarpa: suitable raised garden beds, hen houses, compost boxes. Exotic Woods. Slabs. Firewood. Contact Bill 021344788, Unit 4, 7 Watts Rd, Nth East Valley.
Exhibition of Recycled Art: Opoho Church 20-27 September. Recycled art competition for primary school children. Various age groups. Entries need to be by 5pm Friday 19 September. Exhibition opening 11am Sunday 20 September, with guest speaker Metiria Turei. Contact Susan 477 1412.
KID'S CYCLE SAFETY EVENT
WHEN: Saturday 26 September 2009 10am - 12pm
Listen out to More FM for more details
WHERE: Fulton Hogan Cycle Smart Park, Dunedin
Next to the Dinosaur Park, (Marlow Park)
5 bikes and safety packages up for grabs
Hot dogs
Bouncy Castle
Spot prizes / loads of entertainment
Bike safety checks
bring your bikes bring your parents
If you don’t have a bike still come along & learn some important cycle safety skills
(Cancellation date - Sunday 27 September)kid
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Newsletter
1 September 2009 Term 3 Week 7 09/27
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Swine Flu
The school has had a number of reports of school family members with swine flu-like symptoms and just yesterday a confirmed case amongst the staff. Please be aware that this flu is around our community and can endanger those who have existing medical issues. Please keep your child at home if he or she has the flu. I have been told that the medical authorities are not interested in diagnosing whether people have the swine flu – I would advise parents to ignore this and get your child to a doctor and insist the doctor make a thorough diagnosis. The reports I have from people who have this flu is that it is a particularly nasty bug to have.
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Welcome
We welcome Braeden who has come from the USA to join Room10. We also welcome his family to our school community.
Life Education Trust
The Life Education Mobile classroom will be visiting school Thursday/Friday this week and Monday next week.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by Friday 11 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Assembly
Friday’s 2.30pm assembly will be organised by Room 11 with items by Rooms 5 & 8. Assembly will be held in the Hall. Parents/caregivers are welcome to attend.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches this Friday are: -
2 cheese rolls for $1.50
Milo $0.50c. Please bring a cup for Milo.
Orders with money in a named envelope with room number to the office by 9am please.
Message from Mirren Peterson, Manager Otago School Dental Service: As part of our quality control procedures Dorothy Boyd, Senior Public Health Dentist will be visiting NEV Normal to check on some children’s teeth on Monday 7 September. These examinations will not take long and procedures will be carefully explained to each child. Any queries regarding this please phone 479 9569.
Wacky Hair Friday
On Friday we had a great Wild Hair and Hat Day.
Children came along with fantastic hair and hats. They were very generous donating $160 to support Scott Kvick who is planning to skike from Cape Reinga to Bluff
during summer in a bid to raise $20,000 for Canteen and the SPCA. Scott was delighted by the result and all the great photos of the wacky hair and hats!
Artists in Schools
Puppet making is in full swing with each class making weird and wonderful puppets under the enthusiastic tuition of our artists Kaitrin and Drew.
The puppeteers (children) are learning fabulous songs taught by Anna which will be performed on Friday 18 September in the hall at 1.45pm. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
3/4 Life Education visit
4 Wide Horizons Trip R5
10 Rainbow Class
11 Wide Horizons trip R10
OPPA Cross Country
Scholastic Book Club Issue 6 closes
14 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 School Photos
15 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
25 End of Term 3
Wide Horizons Trip R5
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
26 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser
Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
All orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September.
Next PTA Meeting
Tuesday 15 September at 3.15pm. All welcome.
Community News
North East Valley Junior Cricket:
Registration: Saturday 12 September, 2-5 pm OR Tuesday 15 September, 4:30 to5 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. Gear Exchange table at Saturday registration. For further information contact: Abby Smith, 473-0150, hgspencer@xtra.co.nz, website www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night:
Thursday 10 September 7pm at the NEV Bowling Club, 139 North Rd. Cost 5 per person: 4-6 per team. Raffles. Contact 473 9107.
Valley OSCAR is running a holiday programme from Monday 28th September until Friday 2nd October. As it is National OSCAR week we have a theme of
Kalidescope Colour. Activites include archery, indoor bowls and a trip to the movies. More information can be obtained from Janette at 473 9413 or drop into NEV Baptist Church for an enrolment form. Enrolments close 23rd September.
Volunteer Otago and Youthline Otago School Holiday Programme: Activities include baking for the foodbank, walking dogs at the SPCA, digging at the community gardens, working on community spaces etc. The programme is free and fun! There are limited spaces so register soon! Week One: For young people aged 10-13 Wednesday 30 September - Friday 2 October 10am-4pm. Week Two: For young people aged 14-17 Wednesday 7 October - Friday 9 October 10am-4pm. For registration or more info contact Lani Evans at Volunteer Otago: 471 6202 Txt. 0210 790 584 Email. volunteerotago@gmail.com or Sarah Orchard, at Youthline Otago: Call. 477 2461 Mobile. 027 496 8847 Email. youthlinecommunity@youthline.co.nz
Take a Kid Tramping:
This school holiday event is a family-friendly introduction to the basic skills needed to tramp safely in the NZ bush. 3 sessions plus a day tramp (optional) that will equip you to be safe and have fun, even if you have no family history of tramping. Average fitness required . Friday 25 September 6.30-9.15pm (Dunedin); Sunday 27 September 1-6pm (Outram Bridge); Tuesday 29 September 6.30-9pm (Dunedin); Saturday 3 October 10-3.30pm (Silverpeaks tramp—optional). Only $50 per family (1-2 adults plus kids) NB Transport to river crossing and tramp venues, own food for tramp are extra. Sturdy walking shoes, waterproof jacket, warm clothes, day pack required. To register or enquire further phone Helen on 4821440 (evenings). Please note that numbers are limited for safety reasons. Organised and instructed by
members of the Dunedin Branch of NZ Mountain Safety Council www.mountainsafety.org.nz
Active Movement ‘Children Need to Move’ Workshop: taken by Kate Saunders to explore the benefits of Active Movement for children’s holistic development and well-being. Open to parents, caregivers and educators on Thursday 10 September 9.30-11am at Sport Otago 184 High Street. Free. RSVP Donna or Stephanie 466 3075 or email otago.amu@barnardos.org.nz by 7 Sseptember.
Community Singing. It is OK to join in the middle of the year! New and old favourites under the energising guidance of our conductor Clare Adams, Tuesday 7:30pm in the NEV Normal School Hall. $2 members/$5. No need to be able to read music.
Traditional dances from France and Europe: “Les Belles Vilaines” Thursdays at the Baptist Hall 270 North Road Tutor: Kate Grace. No partner needed. Koha. Casual atmosphere. Beginners always very welcome.
Saturday Morning Music Classes: Annual demonstration concert will be held at 3pm on
Sunday 13 September in the Dunedin Town Hall at 3pm. Tickets cost $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children and will be available from the Town Hall from 2.30pm Sunday 13th.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Swine Flu
The school has had a number of reports of school family members with swine flu-like symptoms and just yesterday a confirmed case amongst the staff. Please be aware that this flu is around our community and can endanger those who have existing medical issues. Please keep your child at home if he or she has the flu. I have been told that the medical authorities are not interested in diagnosing whether people have the swine flu – I would advise parents to ignore this and get your child to a doctor and insist the doctor make a thorough diagnosis. The reports I have from people who have this flu is that it is a particularly nasty bug to have.
John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz
Welcome
We welcome Braeden who has come from the USA to join Room10. We also welcome his family to our school community.
Life Education Trust
The Life Education Mobile classroom will be visiting school Thursday/Friday this week and Monday next week.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by Friday 11 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Assembly
Friday’s 2.30pm assembly will be organised by Room 11 with items by Rooms 5 & 8. Assembly will be held in the Hall. Parents/caregivers are welcome to attend.
Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $2 or $3 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders & money in a named envelope need to be into the office by 9am.
PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches this Friday are: -
2 cheese rolls for $1.50
Milo $0.50c. Please bring a cup for Milo.
Orders with money in a named envelope with room number to the office by 9am please.
Message from Mirren Peterson, Manager Otago School Dental Service: As part of our quality control procedures Dorothy Boyd, Senior Public Health Dentist will be visiting NEV Normal to check on some children’s teeth on Monday 7 September. These examinations will not take long and procedures will be carefully explained to each child. Any queries regarding this please phone 479 9569.
Wacky Hair Friday
On Friday we had a great Wild Hair and Hat Day.
Children came along with fantastic hair and hats. They were very generous donating $160 to support Scott Kvick who is planning to skike from Cape Reinga to Bluff
during summer in a bid to raise $20,000 for Canteen and the SPCA. Scott was delighted by the result and all the great photos of the wacky hair and hats!
Artists in Schools
Puppet making is in full swing with each class making weird and wonderful puppets under the enthusiastic tuition of our artists Kaitrin and Drew.
The puppeteers (children) are learning fabulous songs taught by Anna which will be performed on Friday 18 September in the hall at 1.45pm. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Dates to Note
T3 Monday 20 July Friday 25 September
T4 Monday 12 October Friday 18 December
September
3/4 Life Education visit
4 Wide Horizons Trip R5
10 Rainbow Class
11 Wide Horizons trip R10
OPPA Cross Country
Scholastic Book Club Issue 6 closes
14 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 School Photos
15 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
18 Puppet Performance 1.45pm
25 End of Term 3
Wide Horizons Trip R5
October
12 Start of Term 4
19 School swimming block commences
26 Labour Day—school closed
30 School swimming block ends
November
2 Cultural Day
PTA News
Term 3 Fundraiser
Hyndman Publishing Book & Gift Sale
All orders and money need to be into the office by Thursday 24th September.
Next PTA Meeting
Tuesday 15 September at 3.15pm. All welcome.
Community News
North East Valley Junior Cricket:
Registration: Saturday 12 September, 2-5 pm OR Tuesday 15 September, 4:30 to5 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. Gear Exchange table at Saturday registration. For further information contact: Abby Smith, 473-0150, hgspencer@xtra.co.nz, website www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night:
Thursday 10 September 7pm at the NEV Bowling Club, 139 North Rd. Cost 5 per person: 4-6 per team. Raffles. Contact 473 9107.
Valley OSCAR is running a holiday programme from Monday 28th September until Friday 2nd October. As it is National OSCAR week we have a theme of
Kalidescope Colour. Activites include archery, indoor bowls and a trip to the movies. More information can be obtained from Janette at 473 9413 or drop into NEV Baptist Church for an enrolment form. Enrolments close 23rd September.
Volunteer Otago and Youthline Otago School Holiday Programme: Activities include baking for the foodbank, walking dogs at the SPCA, digging at the community gardens, working on community spaces etc. The programme is free and fun! There are limited spaces so register soon! Week One: For young people aged 10-13 Wednesday 30 September - Friday 2 October 10am-4pm. Week Two: For young people aged 14-17 Wednesday 7 October - Friday 9 October 10am-4pm. For registration or more info contact Lani Evans at Volunteer Otago: 471 6202 Txt. 0210 790 584 Email. volunteerotago@gmail.com or Sarah Orchard, at Youthline Otago: Call. 477 2461 Mobile. 027 496 8847 Email. youthlinecommunity@youthline.co.nz
Take a Kid Tramping:
This school holiday event is a family-friendly introduction to the basic skills needed to tramp safely in the NZ bush. 3 sessions plus a day tramp (optional) that will equip you to be safe and have fun, even if you have no family history of tramping. Average fitness required . Friday 25 September 6.30-9.15pm (Dunedin); Sunday 27 September 1-6pm (Outram Bridge); Tuesday 29 September 6.30-9pm (Dunedin); Saturday 3 October 10-3.30pm (Silverpeaks tramp—optional). Only $50 per family (1-2 adults plus kids) NB Transport to river crossing and tramp venues, own food for tramp are extra. Sturdy walking shoes, waterproof jacket, warm clothes, day pack required. To register or enquire further phone Helen on 4821440 (evenings). Please note that numbers are limited for safety reasons. Organised and instructed by
members of the Dunedin Branch of NZ Mountain Safety Council www.mountainsafety.org.nz
Active Movement ‘Children Need to Move’ Workshop: taken by Kate Saunders to explore the benefits of Active Movement for children’s holistic development and well-being. Open to parents, caregivers and educators on Thursday 10 September 9.30-11am at Sport Otago 184 High Street. Free. RSVP Donna or Stephanie 466 3075 or email otago.amu@barnardos.org.nz by 7 Sseptember.
Community Singing. It is OK to join in the middle of the year! New and old favourites under the energising guidance of our conductor Clare Adams, Tuesday 7:30pm in the NEV Normal School Hall. $2 members/$5. No need to be able to read music.
Traditional dances from France and Europe: “Les Belles Vilaines” Thursdays at the Baptist Hall 270 North Road Tutor: Kate Grace. No partner needed. Koha. Casual atmosphere. Beginners always very welcome.
Saturday Morning Music Classes: Annual demonstration concert will be held at 3pm on
Sunday 13 September in the Dunedin Town Hall at 3pm. Tickets cost $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children and will be available from the Town Hall from 2.30pm Sunday 13th.
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