Newsletter 24 March 2010

24 March 2010 Term 1 Week 8 10/8

Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa

Senior & College Block Structural Strengthening
The structural strengthening and refurbishment of the senior classroom block will commence after Easter. The senior classes will be relocated for Term 2. Room 5 will move to the library, R3 will move to the seminar room in the College block and R2 will move to R13 next door to R11. While this work will mean disruption to the classes and teachers it also means a long awaited update for the senior block. It is anticipated that the work on the College block will commence in Term 3. In addition, the outside of the Harley Block is to be repainted during Term 2.

PTA
Yesterday the PTA held their AGM. The staff and children appreciate the hard work that this group does in the school. Last year over $7,000 was raised for the school which went towards offsetting the cost of the swimming block and buying resources and funding extra activities. We are lucky to have such a supportive group which really makes a difference for our children.


John McKenzie
Principal
Visit the school’s website www.nevn.school.nz


Rhythm Interactive Drumming Group
Children are to attend a performance by this group tomorrow morning. Classes will leave school at 9.15am and return by 11am. The cost of the show and the bus is
$5.50. If your child’s school activity donation has not been paid for T1 at least please send $5.50 to school tomorrow. Thank you.

Rainbow Class
The final Rainbow Class for the term will be held this Thursday 24 March from 1.15-2.45pm in R11. This is the transition to school class for 4 year olds which is taken by Mrs Will, the new entrant teacher.

Assembly
Assembly will be held in the hall on Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by Room 3 with items by Rooms 2 & 11. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are be available Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. Standard size $2.50; larger lunch $3.50. Orders and money need to be into the office by 9am.

Scholastic Book Club
Issue 2 orders with money need to be into the office by today Wednesday 24 March. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.

Flippaball Results
The senior team won 6 goals to 2 on Sunday, while the junior team lost 2 goals to 5 against George Street. The finals will be held this Sunday.

Touch Results
The touch team drew 6 all with Kaikorai last Thursday. Latiesha was player of the day. Well done!


Wide Horizons

This term we have again been fortunate to have received Wide Horizon trips taken by Innes McColl.

A small group from each class is taken out for a day to experience outdoor activities.


Board of Trustees Election 2010
Nominations are invited for the election of 5 parent representatives to the board of trustees. A nomination form and a copy of this notice has been posted to all eligible voters. Additional nomination forms can be obtained from the school office.

Nominations close at noon on Friday 23 April and may be accompanied by a candidate’s statement.

The voting roll is open for inspection at the school and can be viewed during normal school hours.

There will also be a list of candidates’ names, as they come to hand, for inspection at the school.

The poll closes at noon on Friday 7 May 2010.

Sara Lindsay
Returning Officer


PTA News
Easter Raffle
Donations can be left in the box in the office up until Wednesday March 24th. The draw will take place on Tuesday March 30th. Tickets cost $1 each. Please ensure raffle cards and money are returned to the office.

RoadWorks Jackets and Spring Bulbs
Orders for both the Spring Bulbs and RoadWorks jackets need to be into the office by Friday March 26th. Please make any cheques payable to North East Valley Normal School PTA.

Jack’n’Jill Portraits
On Saturday May 8th we will have Jack’n’Jill Portraits at school for families (and pets if you would like) to have their photos taken. Sittings will cost $10 and a minimum of 3 poses will be taken per family. You will receive one 10”x13” portrait and can purchase more if you wish. Tell anyone else you know that would be interested, this is not just for school families. Information about bookings will come early next term.

Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday 20 April at 3.15pm in the Parents Room. All welcome to attend.


2010 Term Dates
Term 1 Tuesday 2 February Thursday 1 April
Term 2 Monday 19 April Friday 2 July
Term 3 Monday 19 July Friday 24 September
Term 4 Monday 11 October Friday 16 December


Dates to Note

March
24 Scholastic Book Club Issue 2 closes
25 Rhythm Interactive Drumming Group
25 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.40pm

April
1 Last Day of Term 1
19 Term 2 begins
21 Swimming block Begins
30 Swimming block Ends

May
3 BOT Meeting 6pm
7 Board of Trustees Election

Community News
Notices are available for viewing on the Community Notice board by the office door.

Alhambra Junior Rugby Club: Registration for 5-13 year olds at the clubrooms North Ground. Wednesday 24 March 3-6pm and Sunday 28 March 12-2pm. Free rugby ball with all registrations. Contact Claire 0272182810.

Orokonui Easter Eggstravanganza: Children’s activities for the school holidays: treasure trail with scavenger hunt, create your own backyard sanctuary, plus special activities from April 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15 and 16 includes test the nest, bird masks, check out the chicks.

Valley OSCAR Holiday Programme: happening 12th - 14th April 8:30 - 5:30 pm. Trips include a visit to the SPCA and the Gas works museum. $30 a day or $25 for a subsequent child from the same family. WINZ subsidies available. For more information contact Janette 473 9413.

National Standards Public Meeting: Hosted by Michael Woodhouse MP with a presentation by Anne Tolley, Minister of Education. Monday 29 March at 7.30pm in the Port Otago Lounge, Edgar Centre, Portsmouth Drive. RSVP blueandgold@parliament.govt.nz

Ma-Fi Arts School Holiday Programme: King Edward Court, Wednesday 7– Friday 16 April. Drawing and design, painting, sculpture, print-making, pottery and mask making. Contact 477 6112 for further information. OSCAR approved.