Newsletter 29 June 2010

Newsletter 29 June 2010 Term 2 Week 11 10/20
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa

Last Week of Term 2
The shortest day has come and gone. So too has Term 2. The two week holiday is a chance for the teachers to take a breather and for the children to sleep in.

The senior classrooms should be ready for occupation sometime in the first week back. The teachers and children have been both tolerant and patient working in temporary spaces surrounded by noise and busy workmen. They will enjoy the reward of moving into bright, cheerful and upgraded accommodation.

We hope to hold a celebration early next year to celebrate the school’s 160th birthday. By that stage we hope to have all building work completed and will have an official ‘reopening’ or dedication of these upgraded facilities.

On behalf of the staff I wish our school families a restful and safe holiday.

Ma te Atua e mannaaki tiaki tatau katoa.


John McKenzie
Principal

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The Frog Prince
On Wednesday the whole school is attending a performance of ‘The Frog Prince’ at the Fortune Theatre. We will leave school at 1pm and return by 3pm. The cost of the performance and buses is $6.50. If your child’s activity donation has not been paid for Term 2 at least please send the money to school, or make payment at the office.

Tom McFadden Rapper/Scientist
Yesterday we were fortunate to receive a visit from Tom McFadden who is here as part of the International Science Festival. Tom uses rap to promote and explain science.

Junior School Performance
Last Tuesday the junior classes put on a performance of poi and rakau actions with waiata for the Montessori children. Andre’s Mum, Paia, taught Rooms 8, 10 and 11 how to use the poi and rakau and they were happy to be able to perform to the school on Friday as well.

Board of Trustees
Our Board of Trustees is now finalised with the selection of the 5th parent representative being confirmed. The parent representatives are Steve O’Connor, Jo Howard, Jesseme Jones, Paul McDowell and George O’Brien. The staff representative is Karen Sintmaartensdijk and the final member is the principal, John McKenzie.

Administration of Medicine
If you wish staff to administer any medicine to your child during the school day you must come to the office and complete a consent form.

Assembly
Assembly will be held in the Hall this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by Room 5 with items by Rooms 3 & 10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Smart Food School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. The lunch consists of two sandwiches, a piece of fruit, a home made biscuit or muffin and a jelly or milk pudding for $2.50; larger lunch with two extra sandwiches for $3.50. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.

PTA Hot Lunches
This Friday the menu is:
1 slice of pizza and 1 sausage roll for $1.50. Hot Milo for 0.50c. Please bring a cup for Milo. Orders with money in a named envelope with the room number to the office by 9am please.

Sports Results
Last Tuesday our netball team played College Street School and won 13 goals to 3. Georgia was player of the day.

School Holidays
Please be vigilant over the school holidays if you are around the school area and notice any suspicious behaviour. Contact the Police or ring Chubb Security ph 479 6367. The contractors will be working in the school over the holiday period continuing the structural strengthening and refurbishment in the Senior Block and College Block.


2010 Term Dates
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
29 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
30 “The Frog Prince” Fortune Theatre 1.30pm

July
2 Wide Horizons Trip R11
2 Last day of Term 2
19 First Day of Term 3
19 Keep Dunedin Beautiful Show 1.30pm
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
28-30 Life Education
29 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm

PTA News
Next PTA Meeting
A special PTA meeting will be held today Tuesday 29th June at 3.15pm in the Parents Room. We will be discussing fundraising options for the upcoming Jaffa Race (to be held in the school holidays). If anyone has any fundraising ideas for this event, please come along and tell us about them.

Community News
Valley OSCAR School Holiday Programme: for children aged 5-14 years. Dates: 5th – 9th July from 8:30am – 5:30pm. North East Valley Baptist Church Hall.. Costs: $30 per day, hourly rates also available. WINZ subsides available and
discounts for more than one family member. For more information contact Janette on 473 9143 or drop into the church office to pick up an enrolment form. Enrolments close 30th June.

Bluelight Cadbury Disco: for primary school aged children on Monday 12 July at the Dunedin Central Police Station Gym from 6-8pm. $2 entry , BBQ teas, chips and drink for sale.

Speech Works presents Pandora’s Box School Holiday Programme: for children aged 5-14 years, drama, theatre sports, dance, music, art. 13-16 July, with performance 16 July. At Rm 212 King Edward Court. Contact Maggie Baker 021 2576198 or email Maggie.Speechworks@gmail.com

Fun With Maths - Holiday Course: Take this opportunity to boost your child’s confidence and mathematics skills. Monday 12th – Friday 16th July, daily from 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Ten hours of intensive tuition on individualised programmes PLUS a free assessment and introductory lesson. Phone 474 1104 to book a place.

Gnaughty Gnome Hunt at Glenfalloch: Monday 12-Friday 16 July 12.30-3.00pm and Saturday 17 July 10am to 3pm. Entry gold coin.

Cadbury Chocolate Carnival Peninsula Day: Saturday 17 July 10am to 3pm. Entry $10 adult (1 child free) $2 each extra child (5-12years). Contact 476 1775.

International Cultural Night 2010: OUSA presents ‘Around the World in an Evening’ on Saturday 24 July 6.45pm at the Dunedin Town Hall. $20 family 2 adults and 2 children. Proceeds to the Otago Community Hospice. Tickets from OUSA main office or any ANZ branch. Contact Art at iso@ousa.org.nz

Chipmunks School Holiday Care: from 8am until 6pm full or part time care OSCAR approved and WINZ subsidies available for qualifying families. Before school care starting Term 3 from 7.30am get to work on time and we will take your children to school. After school care we pick up from school and take back to Chipmunks for a CBD end of day pick up. 5years to 12years of age. Phone 4776762 Email:dunedin@chipmunks.co.nz