Newsletter 26 October 2010

26 October 2010 Term 4 Week 3 10/32

Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa

There were a lot of excited children here on Thursday. They were looking forward to their performance at the Town Hall in the “Kids for Kids” concert. I thank Mrs Sintmaartensdijk for the time she put into preparing them for this event. She said they performed and behaved well. Congratulations to all who took part.

On Friday I mentioned at assembly that children must wear a sun hat during the morning tea and lunch break. Could you please ensure that your child has a hat which covers ears, nose, neck etc.

I notice some children are riding their bikes, scooters and skateboards in the grounds straight after school. Please remind them that they are not to ride them until 3.15pm.

Let’s hope this fine weather continues as the children practice for the athletic sports and jump rope.

Ma te Atua e mannaaki tiaki tatau katoa.


Cheryl Staynes
Acting Principal

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Dehydrator Needed
Does anyone have a dehydrator that can be used by R3 over the next 2 weeks? Please let Mrs Hesson or the office know if you can help.

Rainbow Class
This Thursday is Rainbow transition to school class for 4 year olds that will be held in R11 from 1.15-2.45pm. If you have a 4 year old who would like to join this class please contact Mrs Will or the office.

Assembly
Assembly will be held in the Hall this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by Room 5 with items by Rooms 8 & 11. 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 $3.00; larger lunch with two extra sandwiches for $4.00 Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am. The menu is included with this newsletter.

School Activity Donation
All school activity donations should be paid by now. If you would like to pay by internet transfer the school bank account is 03 1726 0055515 00.

Scholastic Book Club
Leaflets for Issue 7 will be sent home this week. Orders with money need to be in by Friday 5 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.

Jump Rope Day—Heart Foundation
We will be having a fun jump rope afternoon on Wednesday 3 November to celebrate our learning in physical education. It would be appreciated if each child could bring a gold coin for our coin trail to raise money for the heart foundation.

Kids for Kids Concert
Congratulations to all of the choir children who performed beautifully at the concert with Suzanne Prentice last Thursday evening at the Town Hall. Thank you to parents for supporting your children in this performance.

 
2010 Term Dates
Term 4 Monday 11 October Thurs 16 December

Dates to Note
October
28 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
29 Wide Horizons Trip R2

November
1 BOT Meeting 6pm
2 North Zone Athletics
3 Jump Rope Day Challenge Day - coin trail
5 Scholastic Issue 7 closes
11 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
12 Wide Horizons Trip R5
16 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
19 R3 Trip to Art Gallery
19 Wide Horizons R10
25 Rainbow Class

December
6 BOT Meeting 6pm
10 Wide Horizons R11
15 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
16 Talent Show 9.30-11am
16 Final Day of T4.

PTA News
Special Meeting
There will be a short “special” meeting at 3pm next Monday 1st November. We will be discussing the Vintage Car visit on November 13th.

Next PTA Meeting
The next full meeting will be held on Tuesday November 16th, at 3.15pm in the Parents Room. Please feel free to come along and join in.

Community News
Further details are available on the notice board in the school office.

Parenting Courses Term 4: 6-12 years on Wednesdays 9.30-11.30am for 6 weeks from October 27 to December 1 at the NEV Baptist church. Facilitators are Melanie McNatty and Gill Eastgate. Contact Sue on 477 3403 or email sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz

Zumba Fitness: has come to the Valley!! Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 5 to 6pm in the school hall. Wear appropriate footwear; bring a towel and a water bottle. Cost $5 per class.

Bring your children to the Light Party for a fantastic time of Halloween free fun. Sunday 31st October 4pm – 6pm. Games, bouncy castles, food, disco, craft, entertainment, Parents Café. Pre-school to Year 8. $2.00 entry fee. No scary costumes please. The Light Party is run by a group of Dunedin Christian Churches as a safe, friendly, family event as an alternative to Halloween. Venue: Dunedin City New Life Church, 48 Stafford Street.

Blue Light Halloween Mega Dance Party: for primary school children to be held at the Dunedin Police Station gym on Friday 29 October from 608pm. Entry $2, fancy dress optional.

Mornington Toys and Games Library: is selling truffles for $5 per dozen. Great for present for Christmas. Freeze really well. Contact Sacha 473 9194 to place your order.