13 December 2011 Term 4 Week 8
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Prize Giving Assembly
Wednesday 14 December at the NEV Baptist Church from 11am to 12.30pm when we will farewell our Y6 leavers.
Graduating Year 6 Students:
Reuben Bosworth
Stella Cooper
Cameron Gascoyne
Georgia Ford-Keen
Charlie Li
Celeste Howard
Blake Miller
Ani Marsh
Patrick Muir
Jessica Mckean-Jenks
Jacob Percy
Faith Montalba
Robbie Sinclair
Izzati Muhammad Nizam
Kacy Smith
Alyssa Tairi
Tarryn Tree
There are some families for whom the end of this school year will mark the end of their formal relationship with the Valley School. The school would like to thank these families for their input and support over the years.
BBQ Lunch
After the final assembly on Wednesday there will be a barbecue lunch for the children provided by NZCU South. There will be vegetation sausages available for children who do not eat meat.
School Reports
These will be handed out to parents/caregivers on Wednesday after the final assembly/prize giving. Those reports not collected by a parent or caregiver will be posted home.
Talent Quest
Will be held on Thursday from 9.30-11.00am at the NEV Baptist Church.
Classes for 2012
Children will be informed of their class and teacher for next year on Wednesday afternoon and will spend a short time in that room. Mr Andrew is moving to the senior school next year and will teach the Y5 class. Miss Ballantine will move to the junior syndicate to take a Y2 class.
School Donations
Are really important as they pay for things like the school swimming lessons and trips to the museum, art gallery and to performances. If you haven’t made your donation please try and contribute something! The school manages its finances very carefully and yet often ends the year in deficit!
Office Hours
The School Office will close Thursday at 1pm. The Office will reopen on Monday 23 January 2012 at 9am and be open until 3pm each day. Messages can be left on the school answer phone.
Return of School Books and Sports Tops
Please ensure all school books: - library, journals and readers, and sports tops are returned by Thursday.
Security Over The Holidays
Please contact First Security 0800 347 787 if there is a security issue at school over the holidays. I suggest parents save this phone number on their mobile phones. This number is also on the 2012 fridge magnet.
2012 Term Dates
A fridge magnet with 2012 term dates has been included with your child’s report.
Contact Over the Holidays
If, over the holidays in the case of an emergency, you need to contact a school staff member, please email office@nevn.school.nz or leave a message on the school answer phone.
On behalf of the staff best wishes to all school families for a family, fun-filled Christmas, safe travels for those on the move and a prosperous and healthy 2012.
Ma te Atua e mannaaki tiaki tatau katoa.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
Welcome to Isla who has started in R11!
Congratulations
Congratulations to Caitlin O’Brien who achieved ‘High Distinction’ (94%) for her Level 1 singing exam last week.
Members of Staff 2012
Mr John McKenzie Principal
Mrs Cheryl Staynes Deputy Principal
Mrs Fiona Will Assistant Principal
Senior School
Mrs Maria Kewene-Edwards Teacher R5 Y5&6
Mr Michael Andrew Teacher R2 Y5
Mrs Judith Evans-Weir Teacher R3 Y3&4
Mrs Jane Hesson Teacher R3 Y3&4
Junior School
Mrs Fiona Will Teacher R11 Y1
Mrs Karen Sintmaartensdijk Teacher Y2
Ms. Tracy Ballantine Teacher Y2
Part Time Teachers
Mrs Jan Probert Teacher ESOL/International
Te Ao Marama Tawhara Teacher Bilingual
Mrs Jo Pledger Teacher R11
Ancillary/Support Staff
Mrs Sara Lindsay Office Administration
Mrs Jesseme Jones Teacher Aide
Mrs Jill Ferry Library Assistant
Mr Ken Harvey Caretaker
Mrs Beverley Geeson Cleaner
Mrs Lynne Buijck Cleaner
Ms Sarah Ravenwood Cleaner
2012 Term Dates
Term 1 Monday 30 January - Thursday 5 April
Monday 30 January: Teacher Only/Enrolment Day
Tuesday 31 January: Children start
Term 2 Monday 23 April - Friday 29 June
Term 3 Monday 16 July - Friday 28 September
Term 4 Monday 15 October - Friday 14 December
Statutory Holidays During Term Time
Waitangi Day
Monday 6 February
Otago Anniversary Day
Monday 26 March
Anzac Day
Wednesday 25 April
Queen's Birthday
Monday 4 June
Labour Day
Monday 22 October
Statutory Holidays not affecting the school term
Good Friday
Friday 6 April
Easter Monday
Monday 9 April
Easter Tuesday
Tuesday 10 April
PTA News
School Banking
Tomorrow is the last day of school banking for the year. NZCU South will be at assembly tomorrow giving out the movie vouchers to those that are our regular bankers. They will also be providing a BBQ lunch after assembly.
Merry Christmas
The PTA would like to wish all those students that are leaving school, the very best of luck with the future. We would also like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Community News
Family Christmas Carols: at the Botanical Gardens Bandstand on Saturday 17 December from 5.30-7.30pm. All welcome.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary Summer Holiday Programme: Information is available on the notice board in the office.
Treasures of the Sea Aquarium Holiday Programme: Information is available from the office.
Valley Oscar: toy sale to be held on Wednesday 14th December at 3.20pm at the church hall. 50cent, $1 and $2 tables.
Basketball Otago Summer Holiday Programme: Information is on the noticeboard in the office.
ON WITH YOUR HATS AND OFF TO THE PARTY!
All families are invited to the North East Valley Christmas celebration, which this year is a Mad Hatter's Tea Party! You may be aware that tea parties have been held all over NEV to encourage conversation with the older members of our communities - these have been very successful and so the idea of a BIG tea party for all ages to celebrate together was born. There will be prizes for fabulous hats, Christmas carols to sing along with from Sounds Nor’Easterly, children can make decorations and everyone will have the opportunity to hang their wishes for the Valley on the Christmas Tree. So on with your hats and off to the party being held on Friday 16th Dec 3.30 - 6pm under the big tree outside the tech block at DNI (in hall if wet).
Monday, December 12, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Newsletter 29 November 2011
29 November 2011 Term 4 Week 6
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Yet More End of Year Updates
1. The New Look School Dental Service.
The school’s dental clinic has been closed by the District Health Board. This closure is part of the restructure of the school dental service.
Our school has been vocal in its opposition to the restructure but to no avail - 90 years of on-site clinics and dental nurses is over.
So most schools in Dunedin have only one option - parents will have to organise to get children to one of the new dental hubs. Our nearest will be at the University.
Our school has been offered an alternative - the children can be enrolled to attend the Dental School training clinic. Those who elect this option will have their children collected from school and driven to the Dental School, then later returned. A trainee dental therapist will accompany the children to and from school.
The above option will be helpful to parents who are unavailable during the day so I am pleased we have had this offer.
Parents can of course opt to organise to take their children to the dental hub or their own dentist.
2. Bi-lingual Class
The bi-lingual class has operated successfully throughout 2011. There have been around 18 students from Year 3 upwards attending.
One whanau group proposed to the Board of Trustees a whole day bi-lingual programme for 2012. This proposal was accepted at the recent Board of Trustees meeting so for 2012 Te Ao Marama Tawhara will teach a whole day bi-lingual programme. The likely day will be Wednesday.
Parents are urged to register interest in this class before the end of the year.
It is worthy to note that the class was over-subscribed this year and so don’t leave registration too late!
Apologies
I believe some R10 parents attended assembly on Friday because we had advertised R10 would be presenting an item. R10 did not present because of a swap with R11 earlier in the term. This arrangement was not conveyed to Sara in the office hence the wrong message in the newsletter. We are really sorry about this and we will endeavour to ensure this doesn’t happen again!
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 8 need to be into the office by tomorrow Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Logan Park Performance
On Thursday morning the whole school (except Y6 children) are attending the annual performance at Logan Park. The cost for the bus will be $2 per child if you have not paid for the school activity donation. Please send the money to school with your child or pay at the office.
Return of School Books
Please ensure all school books - library, journal and readers are returned to school as soon as possible. The library will be closing and all books need to be returned for our annual stock take.
Sports Tops
We are still missing a number of our sports tops. Please have a good look around home and school bags! and return to school. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church. Following the assembly the children will be treated to a barbecue lunch provided by NZCU South.
Talent Quest
On the final day of term Thursday 15 December, a talent quest will be held. It is open to all students, individuals and groups to perform in the areas of dance, drama, comedy, singing, instrument. Please discuss this with your child/ren and think about areas in which they might perform.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch played last Thursday and lost 5 trys to 2.
Flippaball
Last Sunday the junior Silver Sharks won 7 goals to 1 and the senior Gold Fish drew their game 2 all.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
We have been advised that hot lunches will not be available until the start of Term 2 2012.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
1 Road Patrol Training Y5s 1.30pm
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
PTA News
Spell-a-thon
Thank you to everyone who supported this fundraiser. Over $1000 has been received so far. Please ensure all sponsorship money is returned this week. Thank you.
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There is a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are
interested.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held today Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4.
Kidz Inc Christmas School Holiday Programme: at North East Valley Normal School. Enquiries txt 'info' to 021 982216 or www.kidzinc.co.nz
Kidz Inc Position Vacant Tutor:
at North East Valley OSCAR Programme. Must be good with children, Mature, Experienced, Enthusiastic, Organised.Enquiries and CVs to andrew@kidzinc.co.nz
Community News
Valley Oscar: toy sale to be held on Wednesday 14th December at 3.20pm at the church hall. 50cent, $1 and $2 tables.
Pinehill Children’s Centre has space for your child for next year. Situated just up the hill in the sun, our large, bright facilities and large natural outdoor environments are the perfect space for your child, no matter their age. We offer fully cooked meals, quality teacher to child ratio, flexible hours, easy parking and family discounts. For all enquires contact Claire on 03 4739263.
Dunedin Public Libraries Get Hooked…On Books - Summer Reading Programme 2011-12: Our hugely popular Summer Reading Programme doesn’t cost a cent, and every child who joins receives a fun-filled booklet, full of supportive ideas and activities, book lists and a diary to record and rate their progress. Every child who reaches their reading target is rewarded at the end of the summer; and if they exceed their target before the holiday’s end, they can simply come back in and set their goal a little higher! This year, we have teamed up with the NZ Marine Studies Centre, and members of the programme will get special treatment if they visit Portobello Aquarium over the holidays. Encourage your child to delve into
reading. Explore our shelves for their next summer adventure and develop a life long love of reading and learning. It’s free – and it’s fun! Join up at your local library today! Saturday 10 December - Sunday 29 January 2012.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Yet More End of Year Updates
1. The New Look School Dental Service.
The school’s dental clinic has been closed by the District Health Board. This closure is part of the restructure of the school dental service.
Our school has been vocal in its opposition to the restructure but to no avail - 90 years of on-site clinics and dental nurses is over.
So most schools in Dunedin have only one option - parents will have to organise to get children to one of the new dental hubs. Our nearest will be at the University.
Our school has been offered an alternative - the children can be enrolled to attend the Dental School training clinic. Those who elect this option will have their children collected from school and driven to the Dental School, then later returned. A trainee dental therapist will accompany the children to and from school.
The above option will be helpful to parents who are unavailable during the day so I am pleased we have had this offer.
Parents can of course opt to organise to take their children to the dental hub or their own dentist.
2. Bi-lingual Class
The bi-lingual class has operated successfully throughout 2011. There have been around 18 students from Year 3 upwards attending.
One whanau group proposed to the Board of Trustees a whole day bi-lingual programme for 2012. This proposal was accepted at the recent Board of Trustees meeting so for 2012 Te Ao Marama Tawhara will teach a whole day bi-lingual programme. The likely day will be Wednesday.
Parents are urged to register interest in this class before the end of the year.
It is worthy to note that the class was over-subscribed this year and so don’t leave registration too late!
Apologies
I believe some R10 parents attended assembly on Friday because we had advertised R10 would be presenting an item. R10 did not present because of a swap with R11 earlier in the term. This arrangement was not conveyed to Sara in the office hence the wrong message in the newsletter. We are really sorry about this and we will endeavour to ensure this doesn’t happen again!
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 8 need to be into the office by tomorrow Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Logan Park Performance
On Thursday morning the whole school (except Y6 children) are attending the annual performance at Logan Park. The cost for the bus will be $2 per child if you have not paid for the school activity donation. Please send the money to school with your child or pay at the office.
Return of School Books
Please ensure all school books - library, journal and readers are returned to school as soon as possible. The library will be closing and all books need to be returned for our annual stock take.
Sports Tops
We are still missing a number of our sports tops. Please have a good look around home and school bags! and return to school. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church. Following the assembly the children will be treated to a barbecue lunch provided by NZCU South.
Talent Quest
On the final day of term Thursday 15 December, a talent quest will be held. It is open to all students, individuals and groups to perform in the areas of dance, drama, comedy, singing, instrument. Please discuss this with your child/ren and think about areas in which they might perform.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch played last Thursday and lost 5 trys to 2.
Flippaball
Last Sunday the junior Silver Sharks won 7 goals to 1 and the senior Gold Fish drew their game 2 all.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
We have been advised that hot lunches will not be available until the start of Term 2 2012.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
1 Road Patrol Training Y5s 1.30pm
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
PTA News
Spell-a-thon
Thank you to everyone who supported this fundraiser. Over $1000 has been received so far. Please ensure all sponsorship money is returned this week. Thank you.
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There is a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are
interested.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held today Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4.
Kidz Inc Christmas School Holiday Programme: at North East Valley Normal School. Enquiries txt 'info' to 021 982216 or www.kidzinc.co.nz
Kidz Inc Position Vacant Tutor:
at North East Valley OSCAR Programme. Must be good with children, Mature, Experienced, Enthusiastic, Organised.Enquiries and CVs to andrew@kidzinc.co.nz
Community News
Valley Oscar: toy sale to be held on Wednesday 14th December at 3.20pm at the church hall. 50cent, $1 and $2 tables.
Pinehill Children’s Centre has space for your child for next year. Situated just up the hill in the sun, our large, bright facilities and large natural outdoor environments are the perfect space for your child, no matter their age. We offer fully cooked meals, quality teacher to child ratio, flexible hours, easy parking and family discounts. For all enquires contact Claire on 03 4739263.
Dunedin Public Libraries Get Hooked…On Books - Summer Reading Programme 2011-12: Our hugely popular Summer Reading Programme doesn’t cost a cent, and every child who joins receives a fun-filled booklet, full of supportive ideas and activities, book lists and a diary to record and rate their progress. Every child who reaches their reading target is rewarded at the end of the summer; and if they exceed their target before the holiday’s end, they can simply come back in and set their goal a little higher! This year, we have teamed up with the NZ Marine Studies Centre, and members of the programme will get special treatment if they visit Portobello Aquarium over the holidays. Encourage your child to delve into
reading. Explore our shelves for their next summer adventure and develop a life long love of reading and learning. It’s free – and it’s fun! Join up at your local library today! Saturday 10 December - Sunday 29 January 2012.
Monday, November 21, 2011
Newsletter 22 November 2011
22 November 2011 Term 4 Week 5
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Some More Updates
After School Care:
I have heard on the grapevine that Valley Oscar is closing. The Board has been negotiating with a local provider to set up an after school care programme on our site. More on this as it comes to hand, but rest assured we will have a service in place by the start of the new school year.
Classes for 2012:
From time to time we rearrange the roles and responsibilities at school to reflect the changing nature of our school roll. Class lists are being prepared now for next year and these will be published before the end of the term.
National Standards and Our School Charter:
The Board of Trustees submitted its Charter to the Ministry of Education mid way through this year. The Charter has been updated by the Board and the school staff to align with the new national curriculum.
The targets included in the Charter do not change much from year to year: we have high expectations of our children’s progress and on the whole pupils reach the targets. Some of our targets exceed the Government’s National Standards.
The Charter presented to the local Ministry office was rejected by them as it did not have targets aligned to National Standards. They have forced us to include targets they have written for us!
Needless to say, we will continue to set high targets for our children and work hard to achieve these targets. In the meantime, our Charter has been accepted by the Ministry.
Congratulations to the college teachers whose posting finishes this week.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Rainbow Class
The final Rainbow Class for the year will be held this Thursday in R11 from 1.15pm to 2.45pm.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 8 need to be into the office by Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Year 6 EOTC Week
Next week the Year 6 children undertake their Education Outside the Classroom programme. Activities include orienteering, a tramp in Ross Creek, the Orange Day Road Patrollers parade and outdoor activities at school. We wish the Year 6
children a successful week.
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church. Following the assembly the children will be treated to a barbecue lunch provided by NZCU South.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch played last Thursday and lost 3 trys to 4 after a close game.
Flippaball
Last Sunday the junior Silver Sharks won 4 goals to 2 and the senior Gold Fish lost their game.
Sports Tops
Please return all NEV Normal sports tops as soon as possible. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
We have been advised that hot lunches will not be available from after today until the start of Term 2 2012.
Breakfast Club
Mrs Hesson has started a breakfast club on Wednesdays in R3. Children have been enjoying cereal, toast , milo and pancakes before school. Eggs have been kindly donated by the Good Earth Café, and they will be providing apples tomorrow as well! Here is Mrs Hesson’s delicious pancake recipe.
Oatmeal Pancakes
¾cup of milk ¾cup of rolled oats
½cup of flour 2 tsp of baking powder
½tsp of salt 1 egg
2-3 tbsp of sugar 3 tbsp melted butter
Pour milk on uncooked rolled oats and leave to stand for 5 minutes. Sift flour, baking powder and salt in a medium sized bowl. Add sugar and egg to milk
mixture and beat with a fork. Melt butter and pour into milk mixture. Stir until mixed. Add to the dry ingredients. Add a little milk if too dry. Cook in a pan.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
28 EOTC Week Y6
29 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
PTA News
Spell-a-thon
The test has been held and cards returned home with scores on them. All donations need to be back into the office by this Friday 25th November. Thank you to
everyone who supported this fundraiser.
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There is a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are
interested.
Next PTA Meeting
next meeting will be held on Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4.
Community News
‘Stride Ride & Slide’: it’s a multisport event for big little kids aged 2-5 years! This mini triathlon involves a small run, a trike/bike then a slip and slide on the waterslide. When: Sunday 27 November; Where: Hancock Park. Cost $2. Events will run between 10.00am-1.00pm. Register at www.sportotago.co.nz or contact Amanda Taylor 474 6411.
Christmas Cracker Kids Triathlon: Sunday 11 December 11.30am at the Mosgiel Pool. Cost: Individuals $10, Teams 2-3 $20. Course distances 6-8years run 500m, bike 1km, swim 2 widths; 9-11years run 1km, bike 2km, swim 4 lengths. Entry forms are available at the office. Contact Mike Harris 467 2767 or email harrisx2@xtra.co.nz
Ma-Fi Arts Summer Holiday Programme: running 12-23 December and 16-30 January. Open 8am to 6pm. OSCAR approved. See www.ma-fiarts.co.nz for further details or ring 477 6112.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Some More Updates
After School Care:
I have heard on the grapevine that Valley Oscar is closing. The Board has been negotiating with a local provider to set up an after school care programme on our site. More on this as it comes to hand, but rest assured we will have a service in place by the start of the new school year.
Classes for 2012:
From time to time we rearrange the roles and responsibilities at school to reflect the changing nature of our school roll. Class lists are being prepared now for next year and these will be published before the end of the term.
National Standards and Our School Charter:
The Board of Trustees submitted its Charter to the Ministry of Education mid way through this year. The Charter has been updated by the Board and the school staff to align with the new national curriculum.
The targets included in the Charter do not change much from year to year: we have high expectations of our children’s progress and on the whole pupils reach the targets. Some of our targets exceed the Government’s National Standards.
The Charter presented to the local Ministry office was rejected by them as it did not have targets aligned to National Standards. They have forced us to include targets they have written for us!
Needless to say, we will continue to set high targets for our children and work hard to achieve these targets. In the meantime, our Charter has been accepted by the Ministry.
Congratulations to the college teachers whose posting finishes this week.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Rainbow Class
The final Rainbow Class for the year will be held this Thursday in R11 from 1.15pm to 2.45pm.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 8 need to be into the office by Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Year 6 EOTC Week
Next week the Year 6 children undertake their Education Outside the Classroom programme. Activities include orienteering, a tramp in Ross Creek, the Orange Day Road Patrollers parade and outdoor activities at school. We wish the Year 6
children a successful week.
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church. Following the assembly the children will be treated to a barbecue lunch provided by NZCU South.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch played last Thursday and lost 3 trys to 4 after a close game.
Flippaball
Last Sunday the junior Silver Sharks won 4 goals to 2 and the senior Gold Fish lost their game.
Sports Tops
Please return all NEV Normal sports tops as soon as possible. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
We have been advised that hot lunches will not be available from after today until the start of Term 2 2012.
Breakfast Club
Mrs Hesson has started a breakfast club on Wednesdays in R3. Children have been enjoying cereal, toast , milo and pancakes before school. Eggs have been kindly donated by the Good Earth Café, and they will be providing apples tomorrow as well! Here is Mrs Hesson’s delicious pancake recipe.
Oatmeal Pancakes
¾cup of milk ¾cup of rolled oats
½cup of flour 2 tsp of baking powder
½tsp of salt 1 egg
2-3 tbsp of sugar 3 tbsp melted butter
Pour milk on uncooked rolled oats and leave to stand for 5 minutes. Sift flour, baking powder and salt in a medium sized bowl. Add sugar and egg to milk
mixture and beat with a fork. Melt butter and pour into milk mixture. Stir until mixed. Add to the dry ingredients. Add a little milk if too dry. Cook in a pan.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
28 EOTC Week Y6
29 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
PTA News
Spell-a-thon
The test has been held and cards returned home with scores on them. All donations need to be back into the office by this Friday 25th November. Thank you to
everyone who supported this fundraiser.
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There is a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are
interested.
Next PTA Meeting
next meeting will be held on Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4.
Community News
‘Stride Ride & Slide’: it’s a multisport event for big little kids aged 2-5 years! This mini triathlon involves a small run, a trike/bike then a slip and slide on the waterslide. When: Sunday 27 November; Where: Hancock Park. Cost $2. Events will run between 10.00am-1.00pm. Register at www.sportotago.co.nz or contact Amanda Taylor 474 6411.
Christmas Cracker Kids Triathlon: Sunday 11 December 11.30am at the Mosgiel Pool. Cost: Individuals $10, Teams 2-3 $20. Course distances 6-8years run 500m, bike 1km, swim 2 widths; 9-11years run 1km, bike 2km, swim 4 lengths. Entry forms are available at the office. Contact Mike Harris 467 2767 or email harrisx2@xtra.co.nz
Ma-Fi Arts Summer Holiday Programme: running 12-23 December and 16-30 January. Open 8am to 6pm. OSCAR approved. See www.ma-fiarts.co.nz for further details or ring 477 6112.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Newsletter 15 November 2011
15 November 2011 Term 4 Week 4
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Updates
Jonathan Rhodes: the kindy re-build is nearly completed. Whilst we have loved having the kindy on site, we will enjoy having the hall available for assemblies and such like.
Art Installation: using a grant from the DCC we have contracted one of our parents, Moira Crossman and two other artists, to develop art to be installed in front of the school hall. This progresses.
No Hat No Play: this policy is being enforced during Term 4. Children must have a suitable hat to wear when outside.
Bring and Buy: thank you to all the children who donated toys and books. We had a wonderful selection for the children to choose from during the sale last Friday. $160 has been raised for the Kids At Heart Foundation.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Logan who has started in R11 and Kacy who has started in R5.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Scholastic Book Club
Leaflets for Issue 8 were sent home yesterday. Orders with money need to be into the office by Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
School Trips
The senior school are visiting the Early Settlers Museum over the next week, in support of curriculum learning. These trips are funded by the school activity donation. Please ensure your child’s activity donation has been paid in full. If you would like to pay by internet transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0055515 00.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10
Friday 9 December: Led by R11: Items by R2/R11
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch team has played 2 games so far this term with results of one loss and a good win.
Congratulations to Meihana Schooner who has been selected for the Otago U11 touch team.
Flippaball
Last week the junior Silver Sharks won 5 goals to 2 and the senior Gold Fish drew 2all. On Sunday the Silver Sharks drew 2 all and the Gold Fish lost 1 to 9.
Athletics
Congratulations to all those children who participated in the North Zone athletics last Thursday. Thanks to the parents and caregivers who assisted with supervision and transport.
Sports Tops
Please return all NEV Normal sports tops as soon as possible. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am. The menu to the end of term is included with this newsletter.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Activities to Support Your Child with MathsLog on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
17 Early Settler Museum Trip R5
18 Early Settlers Museum Trip R3
21 Early Settlers Museum Trip R2
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
28 EOTC Week Y6
29 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
2012 Term Dates
Term 1 Monday 30 January - Thursday 5 April
Monday 30 January: Teacher Only/Enrolment Day
Tuesday 31 January: Children start
Term 2 Monday 23 April - Friday 29 June
Term 3 Monday 16 July - Friday 28 September
Term 4 Monday 15 October - Friday 14 December
Statutory Holidays During Term Time
Waitangi Day Monday 6 February
Otago Anniversary Day Monday 26 March
Anzac Day Wednesday 25 April
Queen's Birthday Monday 4 June
Labour Day Monday 22 October
Statutory Holidays not affecting the school term
Good Friday Friday 6 April
Easter Monday Monday 9 April
Easter Tuesday Tuesday 10 April
PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
All those that ordered pies should have received them by now. Could everyone please check your orders carefully to make sure you have received the correct pies. We seem to have managed to have a few orders missing pies and some that are spare. If your order is not correct, please bring the incorrect pies into the office and we will change them for the correct ones. Sorry for the
confusion
Spell-a-thon
All Spell-a-thon sponsorship cards should be back with the teachers by now. The test will be held on Friday 18th November. All donations need to be back into the office by Friday 25th November. Good luck to everyone!
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There will be a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are interested.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: Places available for afternoon kindy for ages 2½-4 years 3 afternoon a week. Phone 473 9107.
‘Stride Ride & Slide’: it’s a multisport event for big little kids aged 2-5 years! This mini triathlon involves a small run, a trike/bike then a slip and slide on the waterslide. When: Sunday 27 November ;Where: Hancock Park. Cost $2. Events will run between 10.00am-1.00pm. Register at www.sportotago.co.nz or contact Amanda Taylor 474 6411.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Updates
Jonathan Rhodes: the kindy re-build is nearly completed. Whilst we have loved having the kindy on site, we will enjoy having the hall available for assemblies and such like.
Art Installation: using a grant from the DCC we have contracted one of our parents, Moira Crossman and two other artists, to develop art to be installed in front of the school hall. This progresses.
No Hat No Play: this policy is being enforced during Term 4. Children must have a suitable hat to wear when outside.
Bring and Buy: thank you to all the children who donated toys and books. We had a wonderful selection for the children to choose from during the sale last Friday. $160 has been raised for the Kids At Heart Foundation.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Logan who has started in R11 and Kacy who has started in R5.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Scholastic Book Club
Leaflets for Issue 8 were sent home yesterday. Orders with money need to be into the office by Wednesday 30 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
School Trips
The senior school are visiting the Early Settlers Museum over the next week, in support of curriculum learning. These trips are funded by the school activity donation. Please ensure your child’s activity donation has been paid in full. If you would like to pay by internet transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0055515 00.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10
Friday 9 December: Led by R11: Items by R2/R11
Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Wednesday 14 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held at the Baptist Church.
Sports Results
Touch
The school touch team has played 2 games so far this term with results of one loss and a good win.
Congratulations to Meihana Schooner who has been selected for the Otago U11 touch team.
Flippaball
Last week the junior Silver Sharks won 5 goals to 2 and the senior Gold Fish drew 2all. On Sunday the Silver Sharks drew 2 all and the Gold Fish lost 1 to 9.
Athletics
Congratulations to all those children who participated in the North Zone athletics last Thursday. Thanks to the parents and caregivers who assisted with supervision and transport.
Sports Tops
Please return all NEV Normal sports tops as soon as possible. The exception to this is those children playing touch.
School Lunches
Smart Food Cold School Lunches: are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am. The menu to the end of term is included with this newsletter.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Activities to Support Your Child with MathsLog on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
17 Early Settler Museum Trip R5
18 Early Settlers Museum Trip R3
21 Early Settlers Museum Trip R2
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
28 EOTC Week Y6
29 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
December
1 Logan Park Performance all classes
2 Orange Day Parade Road Patrollers
7 Golf: Senior classes
7 Wide Horizons Trip R11
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
12 Helpers Morning Tea 10.30am
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 Prize Giving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
15 Talent Quest 9.30-11.30am
15 T4 finishes 12.30pm
2012 Term Dates
Term 1 Monday 30 January - Thursday 5 April
Monday 30 January: Teacher Only/Enrolment Day
Tuesday 31 January: Children start
Term 2 Monday 23 April - Friday 29 June
Term 3 Monday 16 July - Friday 28 September
Term 4 Monday 15 October - Friday 14 December
Statutory Holidays During Term Time
Waitangi Day Monday 6 February
Otago Anniversary Day Monday 26 March
Anzac Day Wednesday 25 April
Queen's Birthday Monday 4 June
Labour Day Monday 22 October
Statutory Holidays not affecting the school term
Good Friday Friday 6 April
Easter Monday Monday 9 April
Easter Tuesday Tuesday 10 April
PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
All those that ordered pies should have received them by now. Could everyone please check your orders carefully to make sure you have received the correct pies. We seem to have managed to have a few orders missing pies and some that are spare. If your order is not correct, please bring the incorrect pies into the office and we will change them for the correct ones. Sorry for the
confusion
Spell-a-thon
All Spell-a-thon sponsorship cards should be back with the teachers by now. The test will be held on Friday 18th November. All donations need to be back into the office by Friday 25th November. Good luck to everyone!
PTA Helpers Needed
The PTA are looking for people to help with future fundraising projects. For example; sausage sizzles, preparing hot lunches (which we hope to start again next year) and running raffles. You do not have to come to PTA meetings if this does not suit. There will be a form in the office for you to write your details down if you are interested.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Tuesday 29th November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: Places available for afternoon kindy for ages 2½-4 years 3 afternoon a week. Phone 473 9107.
‘Stride Ride & Slide’: it’s a multisport event for big little kids aged 2-5 years! This mini triathlon involves a small run, a trike/bike then a slip and slide on the waterslide. When: Sunday 27 November ;Where: Hancock Park. Cost $2. Events will run between 10.00am-1.00pm. Register at www.sportotago.co.nz or contact Amanda Taylor 474 6411.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Monday, October 31, 2011
Newsletter 1 November 2011
1 November 2011 Term 4 Week 2
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Bring and Buy
Children will be asked today to bring a few unwanted but tidy toys and books for a bring and buy to be held on Friday. We are fundraising for children born with heart defects - we have a few children in our school who fit into this category.
Toys can be given to the classroom teachers. The bring and buy will be held on Friday lunchtime.
No Hat No Play
The school has a well established policy about wearing hats during the 1st and 4th terms. Hats must be brimmed ‘bucket’ style hats or the legionnaires type cap with a flap at the back. Caps, beanies and visors are not acceptable.
Advice on Xbox Type Games
Recently the senior teachers had reason to speak with some senior boys who had been using unusually sophisticated and inappropriate language to describe games they play.
In the meeting it transpired that some children are learning these terms through playing Xbox games like HALO.
These games have at least a PG censors rating - some are R16 and R18. Given our children are all under 12 years old it seems a questionable practice to allow children unsupervised access to such material.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Brodie, Farhan and Lorelai who have started in R11, Ruby who has started in R3 and Izzati and Syazani who have started in R5.
Whanau Hui
There will be a Whanau Hui on Wednesday 2 November at 4pm in the staffroom. It will review the hours the bi-lingual class is delivered. All are welcome to attend.
School Photos
School photo order forms were sent home at the start of last week. Orders with payment need to be into the school office by this Friday.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Head Lice
There have been cases of head lice in the school. Please take time to check you child’s hair and treat if necessary. If you require information on head lice ask your chemist, or the public health nurse or ask for a pamphlet from the office.
Scholastic Book Club
Pamphlets for Issue 7 were sent home last week. Orders with money need to be into the office by Wednesday 9 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Mike Jackson Uke’n Play
The whole school will be attending a ukulele performance next Tuesday 8 November (except those children involved in the North Zone Athletics). If your child’s school activity donation has not been paid the cost of this performance is $4.60. Please pay at the office or send the money to school with your child.
School Activity Donation
Statements have been sent home today for any child whose activity donation has not been paid in full. Please make payment as soon as possible. If you would like to pay by internet transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0055515 00.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 11 November: Led by R8: Items by R5/R8
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10
Friday 9 December: Led by R11: Items by R2/R11
Smart Food Cold School Lunches:
are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
Pie orders will be delivered to the school office on Thursday 10th November and will be ready for collection after 3pm.
School Banking
At the end of last term the PTA received $250 from NZCU South. This was thanks to all of our great regular school bankers out there. Keep up the good savings habits and remember that if you make 6 deposits per term you will get a free Hoyts movie ticket! BANKING DAY IS WEDNESDAY.
Spell-a-thonSpell-a-thon donation cards went home on Monday 31st October, with the test being held on Friday 18th November. Good luck to everyone!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
2 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
2 Whanau Hui 4pm
3 Art Gallery Trip R2 R3
3 DARE Fun Afternoon R3 R5
4 Bring and Buy Sale
7 Art Gallery Trip R5
8 North Zone Athletics Caledonian
8 Ukulele Performance all classes 9.15am
9 Scholastic Book Club orders close
10Rainbow Class 1.15pm
11 Assembly 2.20pm Led by R8: Items R5/R8
14 BOT meeting 6pm
17 Early Settler Museum Trip R5
18 Early Settlers Museum Trip R3
19 Early Settlers Museum Trip R2
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
December
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Community News
Garage Sale: 42 Norwood Street, Normanby, Saturday 12 November 1-4pm.
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: Places available for afternoon kindy for ages 2½-4 years 3 afternoon a week. Phone 473 9107.
Saturday Morning Music Classes Open Morning: (Instrumental classes for children 5 years and upwards). Parents and children wishing to commence classes in 2012 are invited to observe classes in progress on Saturday morning November 12th George St Normal School Centre: Groups will assemble at the Main Block entrance and be guided around classes between 9 and 10:15am. Enrolments for 2012 will be accepted on Saturday 19th November. George St Normal School between 9 and 11:30 (follow the signs). There will be a further opportunity to enrol for 2012 on the first Saturday of the school year (Feb 4th). Further enquiries to: George St Co-ordinator, 4772296.
Denise Henderson & Bridget Telfer Present Musicool Theatre & Dance Summer School 2012: January 16th – 21st 2012 No audition necessary, simply register with us on line. Juniors 8 – 12 years (morning classes) Seniors 13 – 17 years (afternoon) One week affordable course. Work with some of Dunedin’s most respected dance and vocal tutors in Musical Theatre and Dance and enjoy a really fun week. Check out our testimonials on line. Want to find out more? www.musicool.co.nz. Numbers strictly limited so register early.
Free Cricket and Golf Family Fun Day: at St Clair Golf Course will be held on Wednesday 2 November from 4.30-7.30pm. Fun activities and a BBQ. Join the Junior Volts Club on the day for $25 and get a free junior membership for the St Clair Golf Club for the year. Register on www.sportotago.co.nz and go in the draw for a signed Otago Volts cap and a free Junior Volts membership.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Bring and Buy
Children will be asked today to bring a few unwanted but tidy toys and books for a bring and buy to be held on Friday. We are fundraising for children born with heart defects - we have a few children in our school who fit into this category.
Toys can be given to the classroom teachers. The bring and buy will be held on Friday lunchtime.
No Hat No Play
The school has a well established policy about wearing hats during the 1st and 4th terms. Hats must be brimmed ‘bucket’ style hats or the legionnaires type cap with a flap at the back. Caps, beanies and visors are not acceptable.
Advice on Xbox Type Games
Recently the senior teachers had reason to speak with some senior boys who had been using unusually sophisticated and inappropriate language to describe games they play.
In the meeting it transpired that some children are learning these terms through playing Xbox games like HALO.
These games have at least a PG censors rating - some are R16 and R18. Given our children are all under 12 years old it seems a questionable practice to allow children unsupervised access to such material.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Brodie, Farhan and Lorelai who have started in R11, Ruby who has started in R3 and Izzati and Syazani who have started in R5.
Whanau Hui
There will be a Whanau Hui on Wednesday 2 November at 4pm in the staffroom. It will review the hours the bi-lingual class is delivered. All are welcome to attend.
School Photos
School photo order forms were sent home at the start of last week. Orders with payment need to be into the school office by this Friday.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision with road patrol for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Head Lice
There have been cases of head lice in the school. Please take time to check you child’s hair and treat if necessary. If you require information on head lice ask your chemist, or the public health nurse or ask for a pamphlet from the office.
Scholastic Book Club
Pamphlets for Issue 7 were sent home last week. Orders with money need to be into the office by Wednesday 9 November. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Mike Jackson Uke’n Play
The whole school will be attending a ukulele performance next Tuesday 8 November (except those children involved in the North Zone Athletics). If your child’s school activity donation has not been paid the cost of this performance is $4.60. Please pay at the office or send the money to school with your child.
School Activity Donation
Statements have been sent home today for any child whose activity donation has not been paid in full. Please make payment as soon as possible. If you would like to pay by internet transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0055515 00.
Assembly: 2.20pm
Friday 11 November: Led by R8: Items by R5/R8
Friday 25 November: Led by R10: Items by R3/R10
Friday 9 December: Led by R11: Items by R2/R11
Smart Food Cold School Lunches:
are available on Mondays and Thursdays. The cost for the cold lunch is $3.50 or $4.50for a larger lunch. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
Pie orders will be delivered to the school office on Thursday 10th November and will be ready for collection after 3pm.
School Banking
At the end of last term the PTA received $250 from NZCU South. This was thanks to all of our great regular school bankers out there. Keep up the good savings habits and remember that if you make 6 deposits per term you will get a free Hoyts movie ticket! BANKING DAY IS WEDNESDAY.
Spell-a-thonSpell-a-thon donation cards went home on Monday 31st October, with the test being held on Friday 18th November. Good luck to everyone!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
2011 Term Dates
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
November
2 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
2 Whanau Hui 4pm
3 Art Gallery Trip R2 R3
3 DARE Fun Afternoon R3 R5
4 Bring and Buy Sale
7 Art Gallery Trip R5
8 North Zone Athletics Caledonian
8 Ukulele Performance all classes 9.15am
9 Scholastic Book Club orders close
10Rainbow Class 1.15pm
11 Assembly 2.20pm Led by R8: Items R5/R8
14 BOT meeting 6pm
17 Early Settler Museum Trip R5
18 Early Settlers Museum Trip R3
19 Early Settlers Museum Trip R2
23 Wide Horizons Trip
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
25 Assembly 2.20pm led by R10: Items R3/R10
December
9 Assembly 2.20pm led by R11: Items R2/R11
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Community News
Garage Sale: 42 Norwood Street, Normanby, Saturday 12 November 1-4pm.
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: Places available for afternoon kindy for ages 2½-4 years 3 afternoon a week. Phone 473 9107.
Saturday Morning Music Classes Open Morning: (Instrumental classes for children 5 years and upwards). Parents and children wishing to commence classes in 2012 are invited to observe classes in progress on Saturday morning November 12th George St Normal School Centre: Groups will assemble at the Main Block entrance and be guided around classes between 9 and 10:15am. Enrolments for 2012 will be accepted on Saturday 19th November. George St Normal School between 9 and 11:30 (follow the signs). There will be a further opportunity to enrol for 2012 on the first Saturday of the school year (Feb 4th). Further enquiries to: George St Co-ordinator, 4772296.
Denise Henderson & Bridget Telfer Present Musicool Theatre & Dance Summer School 2012: January 16th – 21st 2012 No audition necessary, simply register with us on line. Juniors 8 – 12 years (morning classes) Seniors 13 – 17 years (afternoon) One week affordable course. Work with some of Dunedin’s most respected dance and vocal tutors in Musical Theatre and Dance and enjoy a really fun week. Check out our testimonials on line. Want to find out more? www.musicool.co.nz. Numbers strictly limited so register early.
Free Cricket and Golf Family Fun Day: at St Clair Golf Course will be held on Wednesday 2 November from 4.30-7.30pm. Fun activities and a BBQ. Join the Junior Volts Club on the day for $25 and get a free junior membership for the St Clair Golf Club for the year. Register on www.sportotago.co.nz and go in the draw for a signed Otago Volts cap and a free Junior Volts membership.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Newsletter 27 September 2011
27 September 2011 Term 3 Week 9 11/20
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Rugby Friday
This coming weekend is a big weekend for sports lovers: the last World Cup game to be held in Dunedin; the ABs play Canada; and of course the mighty Warriors get an opportunity to take out the NRL Championship.
Therefore we have made this Friday a Rugby Mad day. Children can dress in sports colours or uniforms of their choice. We’ll decorate the school with a few flags and buntings. At lunch time we’ll have an Ireland vs Italy touch game.
Homework
The Board of Trustees are reviewing our homework policy this term. They would like to hear parents’ views on this matter. Leave a note at the office, email the Board at office@nevn.school.nz or give your views to a teacher who will reports your views to the Board.
Dental Clinic Closure
Our school dental clinic is now closed and will no longer be used as a dental clinic. The local DHB has ‘restructured’ the school dental service. We have fought the DHB on this issue but sadly have lost! So henceforth our children will have their dental care needs met at the Otago School of Dentistry. Please read the attached information sheet which explains the new system. I acknowledge all of the wonderful dental nurses and therapists who have served in our wee school clinic. This system lasted 90 years and has now come to an end.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Harriet and Ryan who have started in R11 and Aidhan who has started in R5.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Knitters Club
We are looking for donations of wool for our school knitting club. If you have any spare wool please leave it at the office.
Smart Food Lunches Price Increase
Smart Food have advised that due to increased costs they have had to raise the price of their lunches by 50 cents. The cost for the cold lunch is now $3.50, or $4.50 for a larger lunch. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Head Lice
There have been cases of head lice in the junior school. Please take time to check you child’s hair and treat if necessary. If you require information on head lice ask your chemist, or the public health nurse or ask for a pamphlet from the office.
Whanau Hui
There will be a Whanau Hui on Wednesday 2 November at 4pm in the staffroom. It will review the hours the bi-lingual class is delivered. All are welcome to attend.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by tomorrow please. Cheque are payable to Scholastic NZ.
Otago Polytechnic Sports Institute Fun Evening
Students from the Sports Institute have organised a fun cooking evening for families on Thursday 6 October at 6pm. There are still places available if you would like to join in the fun. Register at the office.
Term 4 Commencement Date
Please note that because Labour Day is observed on Monday 24 October, Term 4 will commence on Tuesday 25 October.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
Sports Results
Soccer
Last Thursday our school soccer team played Pine Hill School. It developed into a friendly game with the two teams swapping players. Well done for good sportsmanship. Thanks to the parents who transported children to Pine Hill.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Assembly Led by R3: Items R3/R10
7 Final Day of T3
25 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Y3 & Y4 Girls Self Defence
November
2 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
2 Whanau Hui 4pm
3 Art Gallery Trip R2 R3
7 Art Gallery Trip R5
10 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
We have made over $500 from this fundraiser. Well done to everyone.
Term 3 Swimming Grant
We would like to thank the Bendigo Trust for approving a grant of $3,500 to help cover the costs of Term 3’s swimming block.
Chess and Dominoes Sets
The PTA have agreed to purchase a Chess Set and a Jumbo Dominoes Set for the children to use outside.
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
The “yummiest” fundraiser of the year is here! By now you should have received your order forms for this. Stock up for Christmas now and have nice quick meals ready to go when you need them. Order forms and money need to be into the office by Wednesday 5th October. Delivery date at the school office will be Thursday 10th November. There are spare order forms in the office if anyone needs one.
Spell-a-thon
We will be holding this year’s Spell-a-thon at the beginning of next term.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Saturday Morning Music Classes are presenting their annual Demonstration Concert in the Regent Theatre on Sunday 2nd October, 3pm. There will be items from a wide variety of musical groups and from a wide range of ages. Adults $10, children $5.
Kid Station Holiday Programme: 10-21 October. OSCAR approved. Information is available from the office or contact Kevin Marshall 0274492102 or email kevs_marshall@yahoo.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Rugby Friday
This coming weekend is a big weekend for sports lovers: the last World Cup game to be held in Dunedin; the ABs play Canada; and of course the mighty Warriors get an opportunity to take out the NRL Championship.
Therefore we have made this Friday a Rugby Mad day. Children can dress in sports colours or uniforms of their choice. We’ll decorate the school with a few flags and buntings. At lunch time we’ll have an Ireland vs Italy touch game.
Homework
The Board of Trustees are reviewing our homework policy this term. They would like to hear parents’ views on this matter. Leave a note at the office, email the Board at office@nevn.school.nz or give your views to a teacher who will reports your views to the Board.
Dental Clinic Closure
Our school dental clinic is now closed and will no longer be used as a dental clinic. The local DHB has ‘restructured’ the school dental service. We have fought the DHB on this issue but sadly have lost! So henceforth our children will have their dental care needs met at the Otago School of Dentistry. Please read the attached information sheet which explains the new system. I acknowledge all of the wonderful dental nurses and therapists who have served in our wee school clinic. This system lasted 90 years and has now come to an end.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Harriet and Ryan who have started in R11 and Aidhan who has started in R5.
Election
Voting enrolment forms have been send home. Please complete these forms if you are not enrolled, or if your details have changed since the last election. Return the completed forms to the office and the school will earn $6 per enrolment!
Knitters Club
We are looking for donations of wool for our school knitting club. If you have any spare wool please leave it at the office.
Smart Food Lunches Price Increase
Smart Food have advised that due to increased costs they have had to raise the price of their lunches by 50 cents. The cost for the cold lunch is now $3.50, or $4.50 for a larger lunch. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Head Lice
There have been cases of head lice in the junior school. Please take time to check you child’s hair and treat if necessary. If you require information on head lice ask your chemist, or the public health nurse or ask for a pamphlet from the office.
Whanau Hui
There will be a Whanau Hui on Wednesday 2 November at 4pm in the staffroom. It will review the hours the bi-lingual class is delivered. All are welcome to attend.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 6 need to be into the office by tomorrow please. Cheque are payable to Scholastic NZ.
Otago Polytechnic Sports Institute Fun Evening
Students from the Sports Institute have organised a fun cooking evening for families on Thursday 6 October at 6pm. There are still places available if you would like to join in the fun. Register at the office.
Term 4 Commencement Date
Please note that because Labour Day is observed on Monday 24 October, Term 4 will commence on Tuesday 25 October.
Activities to Support Your Child with Maths
Log on to the website http://nzmaths.co.nz and click on the Families link, then click on activities to support your child at home.
Sports Results
Soccer
Last Thursday our school soccer team played Pine Hill School. It developed into a friendly game with the two teams swapping players. Well done for good sportsmanship. Thanks to the parents who transported children to Pine Hill.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Assembly Led by R3: Items R3/R10
7 Final Day of T3
25 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Y3 & Y4 Girls Self Defence
November
2 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
2 Whanau Hui 4pm
3 Art Gallery Trip R2 R3
7 Art Gallery Trip R5
10 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
24 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
We have made over $500 from this fundraiser. Well done to everyone.
Term 3 Swimming Grant
We would like to thank the Bendigo Trust for approving a grant of $3,500 to help cover the costs of Term 3’s swimming block.
Chess and Dominoes Sets
The PTA have agreed to purchase a Chess Set and a Jumbo Dominoes Set for the children to use outside.
Marlow Pie Fundraiser
The “yummiest” fundraiser of the year is here! By now you should have received your order forms for this. Stock up for Christmas now and have nice quick meals ready to go when you need them. Order forms and money need to be into the office by Wednesday 5th October. Delivery date at the school office will be Thursday 10th November. There are spare order forms in the office if anyone needs one.
Spell-a-thon
We will be holding this year’s Spell-a-thon at the beginning of next term.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 2nd November at 3.15pm in Room 4. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Saturday Morning Music Classes are presenting their annual Demonstration Concert in the Regent Theatre on Sunday 2nd October, 3pm. There will be items from a wide variety of musical groups and from a wide range of ages. Adults $10, children $5.
Kid Station Holiday Programme: 10-21 October. OSCAR approved. Information is available from the office or contact Kevin Marshall 0274492102 or email kevs_marshall@yahoo.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Newsletter 20 September 2011
Newsletter
20 September 2011
School Photos
School photos are being held on Thursday morning. Class and individual photos will be taken for every child (except when a parent has indicated they don’t want an individual photo taken). Family and/or sibling photos will be taken before school provided a form has been completed and returned to the office. Photos will be taken in the library if it is wet.
Assembly
The next assembly will be held on Friday 30 September at 12pm in the library. The assembly will be led by R5 with items by R5 and R8.
Stars on Stage DVD
Orders and payment for the Stars on Stage DVD close this Wednesday. DVDs cost $20 and cover all 4 nights. Please make cheques payable to Stars on Stage.
Smart Food Lunches – Price Increase
All Smart Food lunches have had a price increase of .50c.
Scholastic Book Club
Issue 6 leaflets have been sent home today. Orders with money need to be into the office by next Wednesday 28 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Elections
Enrolment forms to vote in the upcoming General Election were sent home with last week’s newsletter. If you are not enrolled and fill out this form and return it to the school office, the school will earn $6 per enrolment! So please, if you are not enrolled, or your details have changed since the last election, help the school and enrol.
Otago Polytechnic Sports Institute Fun Evening
Students from the Sports Institute have organised a fun cooking evening for families on Thursday 6 October at 6pm. The information is on the back of this newsletter. Numbers are limited so put your name down at the office as soon as possible.
Upcoming Events
September
21 Y2, 3, 4 Cricket 9am-12.30pm
22 Y5 Cricket 11am-12.30pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R5; Items R5/R8
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
6 Fun Cooking Evening 6pm LPHS
7 Final Day of T3
24 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Moving Planet Day: Saturday 24 September. Transition Valley 473 is holding a bike fix-it and low-carbon transport display at DNI from 10am to 1pm. Then move onto the Dunedin 350 Festival at the Botanic Gardens from 12.30-3pm. Interactive stalls, live music, learn to live sustainably and reduce your carbon footprint.
SICK OF THE SAME BORING MEALS?
FINDING IT HARD TO CREATE HEALTHY MEALS ON A BUDGET?
THEN THIS COOKING EVENING IS FOR YOU
Come to a free and informative cooking evening that is fun for the whole family. Learn new ideas and skills in the kitchen.
WHAT: Healthy food evening with a mystery cooking class.
WHERE: Logan Park High School Home Economics room.
WHEN: Thursday 6th October, 6pm start.
WHO: Your household, children welcome.
WHAT NOW: Leave your details at North East Valley Normal school reception now as places limited.
Each family will receive a free mystery box with ingredients for the meal we will be cooking together. There will be an information session to stimulate our brains before the hands and taste buds start to work on our tasty food.
COME AND HAVE A FUN EVENING WITH STUDENTS FROM OTAGO POLYTECH SPORTS INSTITUE.
Contact: Angela Carey- 021 1411663 -careyar1@student.op.ac.nz
OR Ronel Cook- 0212174723 cookr2@student.op.ac.nz for any queries.
20 September 2011
School Photos
School photos are being held on Thursday morning. Class and individual photos will be taken for every child (except when a parent has indicated they don’t want an individual photo taken). Family and/or sibling photos will be taken before school provided a form has been completed and returned to the office. Photos will be taken in the library if it is wet.
Assembly
The next assembly will be held on Friday 30 September at 12pm in the library. The assembly will be led by R5 with items by R5 and R8.
Stars on Stage DVD
Orders and payment for the Stars on Stage DVD close this Wednesday. DVDs cost $20 and cover all 4 nights. Please make cheques payable to Stars on Stage.
Smart Food Lunches – Price Increase
All Smart Food lunches have had a price increase of .50c.
Scholastic Book Club
Issue 6 leaflets have been sent home today. Orders with money need to be into the office by next Wednesday 28 September. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Elections
Enrolment forms to vote in the upcoming General Election were sent home with last week’s newsletter. If you are not enrolled and fill out this form and return it to the school office, the school will earn $6 per enrolment! So please, if you are not enrolled, or your details have changed since the last election, help the school and enrol.
Otago Polytechnic Sports Institute Fun Evening
Students from the Sports Institute have organised a fun cooking evening for families on Thursday 6 October at 6pm. The information is on the back of this newsletter. Numbers are limited so put your name down at the office as soon as possible.
Upcoming Events
September
21 Y2, 3, 4 Cricket 9am-12.30pm
22 Y5 Cricket 11am-12.30pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R5; Items R5/R8
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
6 Fun Cooking Evening 6pm LPHS
7 Final Day of T3
24 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Moving Planet Day: Saturday 24 September. Transition Valley 473 is holding a bike fix-it and low-carbon transport display at DNI from 10am to 1pm. Then move onto the Dunedin 350 Festival at the Botanic Gardens from 12.30-3pm. Interactive stalls, live music, learn to live sustainably and reduce your carbon footprint.
SICK OF THE SAME BORING MEALS?
FINDING IT HARD TO CREATE HEALTHY MEALS ON A BUDGET?
THEN THIS COOKING EVENING IS FOR YOU
Come to a free and informative cooking evening that is fun for the whole family. Learn new ideas and skills in the kitchen.
WHAT: Healthy food evening with a mystery cooking class.
WHERE: Logan Park High School Home Economics room.
WHEN: Thursday 6th October, 6pm start.
WHO: Your household, children welcome.
WHAT NOW: Leave your details at North East Valley Normal school reception now as places limited.
Each family will receive a free mystery box with ingredients for the meal we will be cooking together. There will be an information session to stimulate our brains before the hands and taste buds start to work on our tasty food.
COME AND HAVE A FUN EVENING WITH STUDENTS FROM OTAGO POLYTECH SPORTS INSTITUE.
Contact: Angela Carey- 021 1411663 -careyar1@student.op.ac.nz
OR Ronel Cook- 0212174723 cookr2@student.op.ac.nz for any queries.
Newsletter 13 September 2011
13 September 2011 Term 3 Week 7 11/19
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Election
Attached to this newsletter is an enrolment form to vote in the upcoming General Election. If you are not enrolled and fill out this form and return it to the school office, the school will earn $6 per enrolment! So please, if you are not enrolled, or your details have changed since the last election, help the school and enrol.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
School Swimming Block
The final day of the swimming block is tomorrow. Thanks go to Jill Clarke and her instructors for teaching the children. Many thanks to the parents and caregivers who have assisted with changing the children. Please pay $20 for the cost of the bus if your child’s activity donation has not been paid up to the end of T3 at least.
Aquarium Trip
This Friday the whole school is going to the Portobello Aquarium as part of their seashore curriculum study. The junior school will visit in the morning and the senior school in the afternoon. Both groups plan to have lunch at the playground in
Portobello. The cost of this trip is covered by the activity donation. Please pay $13if your child’s activity donation has not been paid up to the end of T3 at least.
Smart Food Lunches Price Increase
Smart Food have advised that due to increased costs they have had to raise the price of their lunches by 50 cents. The cost for the cold lunch is now $3.50, or $4.50 for a larger lunch. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Sunhats
While the weather this week has been decidedly chilly, we have had quite a warm spell of weather. Children should start to bring sunhats to school so they are available to wear on sunny days. The sun hats need to have a brim which shades the face and neck. There are school sunhats for sale at the office for $13.
School Photos
School photos will be taken by McRobie Studios next Thursday 22 September in the morning. There will be class and individual photos taken with the option of having family and/or sibling photos taken. Included in this newsletter is the McRobie
information form. It should be completed and returned to school if you would like a family/sibling photos taken. If you don’t wish your child to be photographed individually please let the office know.
Sports Results
Otago Championship Cross Country
Congratulations to Meihana, Cameron G and Tarryn who represented our school at the Otago Cross Country Championships on Friday.
Soccer
Last Thursday our school soccer team played George Street Normal School and won 3 goals to 1. Our goal scorers were Cameron G and Meihana. Well done to all the players on a great result!
PTA News
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday September 20th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Remember school banking day is Wednesday.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
15 Vision and Hearing Testing 9am
16 Whole School Aquarium/Seashore Visit
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
21 Y2, 3, 4 Cricket 9am-12.30pm
21 Y5 Cricket 11am-12.30pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R3; Items R3/R10
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Final Day of T3
24 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Public Health Nurse Snippets
As our dental therapist Joan is at our school at present we have included these tips from the Public Health Nurse.
Tips for a Healthy Smile
Start brushing the baby teeth as soon as them come through the gums
Brush twice a day with a smear of fluoride toothpaste and a soft brush
Choose healthy tooth friendly snacks
Avoid giving soft drinks and sugary, sticky snacks
Lift the lip every month to check for signs of tooth decay
Enrol your child at a dental clinic and have regular dental check-ups
Lift the Lip to Check for Tooth Decay
Early identification helps prevent or stop the progression of tooth decay.
Twice daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste will help keep your child’s teeth healthy.
Chalky white spots or lines near the gums are signs of early decay. Seek dental care for advice and treatment to help stop these chalky areas turning into cavities.
Brown marks and cavities mean your child needs dental care now- to prevent toothache and infections.
Broken teeth and abscesses mean your child will have toothache. They need dental care now to prevent more pain and the infection spreading.
The Public Health Nurse for our school is Julie Buxton
Phone: 476 9853
Email: Julie.Buxton@southerndhb.govt.nz
Community News
Quiz Night Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: to be held on Thursday 22 September at 7pm at the NEV Bowling club. 4-6 people per team. $5 per person. $1 raffles, great prizes. Ph 473 9107 to register your team.
North East Valley Junior Cricket Registration: Saturday 17 September, 10am-12pm or Tuesday 20 September, 4-5:30 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. For further information please see our website: www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Interact with the Fortune Drama Classes: have scholarships available for next semester. For more information about the classes and scholarship
application process, please contact Fortune Box Office 477 8323.
Waitati School Fireworks Night: Friday 23 September from 4.30pm on. Koha entry. Music, food, entertainment, stalls, spectacular fireworks. Listen to More FM 97.4 for postponement.
Glenfalloch Spring Festival of Art: Glenfalloch Woodland Garden, 430Portobello Rd. Saturday: 1st Oct 10am – 4pm) Art Exhibition in the Homestead and Open Day at the Potters Cottage allowing visitors to try out the wheel. FREE. Sunday: 2nd Oct (12.30 till 4.30) Art in the Garden Programme of Guest Speakers. Entry $5 adults & children free. Enquiries to 476 1775 or glenda@ albatross.org.nz
Beginner Ballet Classes: Saturdays, $5 per class, discounts available, call Anita on 03 552 0176.
Magic Holiday Programmes: free for a full days care after max subsidy. * criteria & conditions apply. We have some of the cheapest rates in town for full activity holiday programmes. As little as $25 / child for three children families! We now operate 3 separate senior programmes for children aged 11-13 years of age. We have some amazing activities - Boat trip to Quarantine Island, Adventure Masters - Adventure Park at Western Hills, Cadbury World, Moana Pool and much more! Contact www.magicchildcare.co.nz 4250772.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the
school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Election
Attached to this newsletter is an enrolment form to vote in the upcoming General Election. If you are not enrolled and fill out this form and return it to the school office, the school will earn $6 per enrolment! So please, if you are not enrolled, or your details have changed since the last election, help the school and enrol.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
School Swimming Block
The final day of the swimming block is tomorrow. Thanks go to Jill Clarke and her instructors for teaching the children. Many thanks to the parents and caregivers who have assisted with changing the children. Please pay $20 for the cost of the bus if your child’s activity donation has not been paid up to the end of T3 at least.
Aquarium Trip
This Friday the whole school is going to the Portobello Aquarium as part of their seashore curriculum study. The junior school will visit in the morning and the senior school in the afternoon. Both groups plan to have lunch at the playground in
Portobello. The cost of this trip is covered by the activity donation. Please pay $13if your child’s activity donation has not been paid up to the end of T3 at least.
Smart Food Lunches Price Increase
Smart Food have advised that due to increased costs they have had to raise the price of their lunches by 50 cents. The cost for the cold lunch is now $3.50, or $4.50 for a larger lunch. The cost for the hot lunch is now $4.50.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Sunhats
While the weather this week has been decidedly chilly, we have had quite a warm spell of weather. Children should start to bring sunhats to school so they are available to wear on sunny days. The sun hats need to have a brim which shades the face and neck. There are school sunhats for sale at the office for $13.
School Photos
School photos will be taken by McRobie Studios next Thursday 22 September in the morning. There will be class and individual photos taken with the option of having family and/or sibling photos taken. Included in this newsletter is the McRobie
information form. It should be completed and returned to school if you would like a family/sibling photos taken. If you don’t wish your child to be photographed individually please let the office know.
Sports Results
Otago Championship Cross Country
Congratulations to Meihana, Cameron G and Tarryn who represented our school at the Otago Cross Country Championships on Friday.
Soccer
Last Thursday our school soccer team played George Street Normal School and won 3 goals to 1. Our goal scorers were Cameron G and Meihana. Well done to all the players on a great result!
PTA News
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday September 20th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Remember school banking day is Wednesday.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
15 Vision and Hearing Testing 9am
16 Whole School Aquarium/Seashore Visit
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
21 Y2, 3, 4 Cricket 9am-12.30pm
21 Y5 Cricket 11am-12.30pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
28 Y3/4 Fun Sports at the Edgar Centre 9am-12.30pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R3; Items R3/R10
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Final Day of T3
24 First Day of T4
27 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
Public Health Nurse Snippets
As our dental therapist Joan is at our school at present we have included these tips from the Public Health Nurse.
Tips for a Healthy Smile
Start brushing the baby teeth as soon as them come through the gums
Brush twice a day with a smear of fluoride toothpaste and a soft brush
Choose healthy tooth friendly snacks
Avoid giving soft drinks and sugary, sticky snacks
Lift the lip every month to check for signs of tooth decay
Enrol your child at a dental clinic and have regular dental check-ups
Lift the Lip to Check for Tooth Decay
Early identification helps prevent or stop the progression of tooth decay.
Twice daily brushing with fluoride toothpaste will help keep your child’s teeth healthy.
Chalky white spots or lines near the gums are signs of early decay. Seek dental care for advice and treatment to help stop these chalky areas turning into cavities.
Brown marks and cavities mean your child needs dental care now- to prevent toothache and infections.
Broken teeth and abscesses mean your child will have toothache. They need dental care now to prevent more pain and the infection spreading.
The Public Health Nurse for our school is Julie Buxton
Phone: 476 9853
Email: Julie.Buxton@southerndhb.govt.nz
Community News
Quiz Night Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: to be held on Thursday 22 September at 7pm at the NEV Bowling club. 4-6 people per team. $5 per person. $1 raffles, great prizes. Ph 473 9107 to register your team.
North East Valley Junior Cricket Registration: Saturday 17 September, 10am-12pm or Tuesday 20 September, 4-5:30 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. For further information please see our website: www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Interact with the Fortune Drama Classes: have scholarships available for next semester. For more information about the classes and scholarship
application process, please contact Fortune Box Office 477 8323.
Waitati School Fireworks Night: Friday 23 September from 4.30pm on. Koha entry. Music, food, entertainment, stalls, spectacular fireworks. Listen to More FM 97.4 for postponement.
Glenfalloch Spring Festival of Art: Glenfalloch Woodland Garden, 430Portobello Rd. Saturday: 1st Oct 10am – 4pm) Art Exhibition in the Homestead and Open Day at the Potters Cottage allowing visitors to try out the wheel. FREE. Sunday: 2nd Oct (12.30 till 4.30) Art in the Garden Programme of Guest Speakers. Entry $5 adults & children free. Enquiries to 476 1775 or glenda@ albatross.org.nz
Beginner Ballet Classes: Saturdays, $5 per class, discounts available, call Anita on 03 552 0176.
Magic Holiday Programmes: free for a full days care after max subsidy. * criteria & conditions apply. We have some of the cheapest rates in town for full activity holiday programmes. As little as $25 / child for three children families! We now operate 3 separate senior programmes for children aged 11-13 years of age. We have some amazing activities - Boat trip to Quarantine Island, Adventure Masters - Adventure Park at Western Hills, Cadbury World, Moana Pool and much more! Contact www.magicchildcare.co.nz 4250772.
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Sunday, September 4, 2011
Swimming Timetable
Swimming Timetable Term 3 2011
The swimming block will be taught by the JC Swim School. The swimming timetable is listed below. Swimming will commence on Monday 5 September for 8 school days until Wednesday 14 September.
Room Swimming Time
5 9.15-9.45am
3 9.45-10.15am
2 10.15-10.45am
8 10.45-11.15am
10 11.15-11.45am
11 11.45am-12.15pm
Children need to bring togs, towels and goggles to school each day. If your child is unable to swim for any reason, please send a note to the classroom teacher. All children are expected to attend sessions, as swimming is part of the curriculum.
Parent help would be very much appreciated, particularly with the younger junior children to help with drying and dressing quickly afterwards in readiness for catching the bus. Offers of parent help can be made to your child’s teacher.
If the School Activity Donation has not been paid for the cost of the swimming block is $20 per child which includes the cost of pool hire and the bus. Please make payment at the School Office. Thank you.
John McKenzie
Principal
JILL CLARKE’S TIPS TO HELP SWIMMERS THROUGH THE WEEK
If you are cold in the pool wear a cap. This assists in reducing heat loss and protects other swimmers and instructors from any health issues e.g. head lice;
Wearing a woollen hat to and from the pool will also keep you warm;
Goggles protect eyes from chlorine and allow the swimmer to see underwater;
Limited numbers of goggles are available if you have forgotten your own, do not forget to return goggles you have borrowed;
If the class requires flippers select your correct size prior to the lesson. Flippers can be found in the equipment cage at the far end of the pool;
Bring your own flippers if you have them; they often fit better;
As swimming is kinaesthetic boys progress faster in short leg swimmers;
Wetsuits are fine;
We love children BUT for best results please keep non-swimmers quiet so that the swimmers in the water can hear. This includes mums and dads;
Children who have had diarrhoea in the week prior to the lesson should not go in the water.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Newsletter 31 August 2011
31 August 2011 Term 3 Week 5 11/18
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
School Security
On Monday at about 6pm some young chaps, teenagers we think, climbed up onto the roof of the Junior Block. Who knows what their intention was! Anyway they scarpered before the police arrived and sadly for them, they left behind their cellphones and smokes and a backpack. These items are waiting at the police station to be claimed!
Our school has enjoyed a long period of respite from vandalism and theft. One reason for this is that locals, especially parents, keep a close eye on the place. We need this to continue!
Therefore, please make a point of keeping an eye out for mischief makers if you pass by or through the school out of school hours.
If you notice anything untoward, please call either the Police or First Security on 474 1248.
Congratulations
The senior classes performed with style and grace at the biennial Stars on Stage event. Thanks to the teachers for all the after hours sewing and special thanks to Jacqueline O’Brien who helped with one of the items. DVDs of all the performances can be ordered from the office. The cost is $20.
Assemblies
Holding the weekly assembly in the library is proving to be a challenge. We have decided to hold assembly fortnightly until the hall is available again. We will also trial a few different assembly venues and times: this Friday we will hold assembly at 12 midday and if it is fine it will be outdoors.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Ben who has started in R11. A warm welcome to his family to our school community.
Cup Cake Day
Thank you to all the children who supported the SPCA cup cake day today. $187.10 was raised.
Mathletics
Congratulations to Reuben, Charlie, Robbie and Blake who participated in the annual Mathletics competition at the Town Hall on Monday. There were 46 teams in the Y6 competition and their result was in the top quarter. A great result well done!! Thank you to Mrs Staynes who coached the team and transported them to and from the competition.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
patrol for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
School Swimming Block
A notice is included with this newsletter on the second swimming block which will be held over 8 days from Monday 5 September until Wednesday 14 September. Swimming will be taught by the JC Swim School.
Parking in Longworth Street
Please don’t park over residents driveways or on the yellow lines when dropping off or picking up children from school.
Advance Notice
The whole school is going to the Portobello Aquarium as part of their seashore curriculum study. The junior school will visit in the morning and the senior school in the afternoon. A notice with all the details will be sent home soon.
Cross Country
The senior children participated in the North Zone Cross Country at Balmacewen Intermediate School last Tuesday. Congratulations to Cameron Gascoyne, Tarryn Tree and Meihana Schooner who qualified to run in the Otago Championship to be held on 9 September.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
1 Polyfest 1.10pm Edgar Centre
2 Assembly 12pm: Led by R11; Items R2/R11
5-14 Swimming Block DNI Pool
8 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 Vision and Hearing Testing 9am
15 Wide Horizons Trip
16 Whole School Aquarium/Seashore Visit
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R3; Items R3/R10
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Orders and money for tea towels need to be into the office by the end of Wednesday 31st August. The cost is $10 each.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday September 20th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Remember school banking day is Wednesday
Community News
Quiz Night Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: to be held on Thursday 22 September at 7pm at the NEV Bowling club. 4-6 people per team. $5 per person. $1 raffles, great prizes. Ph 473 9107 to register your team.
North East Valley Junior Cricket Registration: Saturday 17 September, 10am-12pm or Tuesday 20 September, 4-5:30 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. For further information please see our website: www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Quiz Invite – What do you know about broadcasting standards in New Zealand? If you would like to take part in a short quiz about broadcasting standards in New Zealand please visit www.bsaquiz.net.nz The quiz is fun and informative. It will test your knowledge of, and also let you know more about, broadcasting standards in New Zealand. The quiz is being run on behalf the Broadcasting Standards Authority.
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Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
School Security
On Monday at about 6pm some young chaps, teenagers we think, climbed up onto the roof of the Junior Block. Who knows what their intention was! Anyway they scarpered before the police arrived and sadly for them, they left behind their cellphones and smokes and a backpack. These items are waiting at the police station to be claimed!
Our school has enjoyed a long period of respite from vandalism and theft. One reason for this is that locals, especially parents, keep a close eye on the place. We need this to continue!
Therefore, please make a point of keeping an eye out for mischief makers if you pass by or through the school out of school hours.
If you notice anything untoward, please call either the Police or First Security on 474 1248.
Congratulations
The senior classes performed with style and grace at the biennial Stars on Stage event. Thanks to the teachers for all the after hours sewing and special thanks to Jacqueline O’Brien who helped with one of the items. DVDs of all the performances can be ordered from the office. The cost is $20.
Assemblies
Holding the weekly assembly in the library is proving to be a challenge. We have decided to hold assembly fortnightly until the hall is available again. We will also trial a few different assembly venues and times: this Friday we will hold assembly at 12 midday and if it is fine it will be outdoors.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Ben who has started in R11. A warm welcome to his family to our school community.
Cup Cake Day
Thank you to all the children who supported the SPCA cup cake day today. $187.10 was raised.
Mathletics
Congratulations to Reuben, Charlie, Robbie and Blake who participated in the annual Mathletics competition at the Town Hall on Monday. There were 46 teams in the Y6 competition and their result was in the top quarter. A great result well done!! Thank you to Mrs Staynes who coached the team and transported them to and from the competition.
Smart Food Cold School Lunches
Smart Food lunches are available on Mondays and Thursdays at NEVNS. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
patrol for Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
School Swimming Block
A notice is included with this newsletter on the second swimming block which will be held over 8 days from Monday 5 September until Wednesday 14 September. Swimming will be taught by the JC Swim School.
Parking in Longworth Street
Please don’t park over residents driveways or on the yellow lines when dropping off or picking up children from school.
Advance Notice
The whole school is going to the Portobello Aquarium as part of their seashore curriculum study. The junior school will visit in the morning and the senior school in the afternoon. A notice with all the details will be sent home soon.
Cross Country
The senior children participated in the North Zone Cross Country at Balmacewen Intermediate School last Tuesday. Congratulations to Cameron Gascoyne, Tarryn Tree and Meihana Schooner who qualified to run in the Otago Championship to be held on 9 September.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
September
1 Polyfest 1.10pm Edgar Centre
2 Assembly 12pm: Led by R11; Items R2/R11
5-14 Swimming Block DNI Pool
8 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
15 Vision and Hearing Testing 9am
15 Wide Horizons Trip
16 Whole School Aquarium/Seashore Visit
20 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
22 School Photos
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
30 Assembly 12pm: Led by R3; Items R3/R10
October
5 Wide Horizons trip
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Orders and money for tea towels need to be into the office by the end of Wednesday 31st August. The cost is $10 each.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday September 20th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Remember school banking day is Wednesday
Community News
Quiz Night Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten: to be held on Thursday 22 September at 7pm at the NEV Bowling club. 4-6 people per team. $5 per person. $1 raffles, great prizes. Ph 473 9107 to register your team.
North East Valley Junior Cricket Registration: Saturday 17 September, 10am-12pm or Tuesday 20 September, 4-5:30 pm, Clubrooms, Gardens Ground, Bank Street. Boys and girls ages 5-14 welcome. For further information please see our website: www.wix.com/juniorcricket/nev-jcc
Quiz Invite – What do you know about broadcasting standards in New Zealand? If you would like to take part in a short quiz about broadcasting standards in New Zealand please visit www.bsaquiz.net.nz The quiz is fun and informative. It will test your knowledge of, and also let you know more about, broadcasting standards in New Zealand. The quiz is being run on behalf the Broadcasting Standards Authority.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
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Sunday, August 21, 2011
Newsletter 22 August 2011
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22 August 2011
School Travel Plan Workshop
On Monday 29 August at 5pm a parent workshop is being held in the staffroom to outline our school’s safe travel plan. This plan has been developed by the DCC, Sport Otago and the Police in consultation with school staff and families to provide a safe and healthy way for children to get to and from school. In addition issues relating to parking and the lack of a footpath in Longworth Street next to the school boundary will be raised. All are welcome to attend.
Assembly
Assembly will now be held fortnightly. There will be no assembly this week.
Pet Food Donations
The Active Time Club which meets on a Thursday after school is going to visit the SPCA this week. They would like to take along donations of pet food for the animals there. If you are able to donate some pet food please leave it at the office by Thursday morning. Thank you.
Clothing Needed
One of our school families requires clothing that will fit a small 9 year old girl who they are fostering. If you are able to help please leave the clothing at the office. Thank you.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - Tuesdays
Smart Food hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese and Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
The Monday and Thursday cold lunches will continue to be available.
Scholastic Book Club
Issue 5 orders with money need to be into the office by this Friday. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Upcoming Events
August
22 BOT Meeting 6pm
23 North Zone Cross Country Y5 & Y6
23 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage Performance - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
29 Parents Travel Plan Workshop 5pm
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Extra tea towel orders need to be into the office by Tuesday 31 August. The cost is $10 per tea towel
PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held tomorrow Tuesday 23 August at 3.15pm.
22 August 2011
School Travel Plan Workshop
On Monday 29 August at 5pm a parent workshop is being held in the staffroom to outline our school’s safe travel plan. This plan has been developed by the DCC, Sport Otago and the Police in consultation with school staff and families to provide a safe and healthy way for children to get to and from school. In addition issues relating to parking and the lack of a footpath in Longworth Street next to the school boundary will be raised. All are welcome to attend.
Assembly
Assembly will now be held fortnightly. There will be no assembly this week.
Pet Food Donations
The Active Time Club which meets on a Thursday after school is going to visit the SPCA this week. They would like to take along donations of pet food for the animals there. If you are able to donate some pet food please leave it at the office by Thursday morning. Thank you.
Clothing Needed
One of our school families requires clothing that will fit a small 9 year old girl who they are fostering. If you are able to help please leave the clothing at the office. Thank you.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - Tuesdays
Smart Food hot lunches are available on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: - Chow Mein, Macaroni Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese and Shepherds Pie. Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
The Monday and Thursday cold lunches will continue to be available.
Scholastic Book Club
Issue 5 orders with money need to be into the office by this Friday. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Upcoming Events
August
22 BOT Meeting 6pm
23 North Zone Cross Country Y5 & Y6
23 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage Performance - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
29 Parents Travel Plan Workshop 5pm
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Extra tea towel orders need to be into the office by Tuesday 31 August. The cost is $10 per tea towel
PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held tomorrow Tuesday 23 August at 3.15pm.
Newsletter 17 August 2011
17 August 2011 Term 3 Week 3 11/17
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Snow Day
I sympathise with parents whose plans had to be amended yesterday after conflicting messages were broadcast about school closures. At 6.30pm Radio Dunedin reported primary schools would open at 10am. Later that was changed and the radio station report stated schools were closed for the day. For many families that change would have meant reorganising the whole day to accommodate child care for the day.
Late starts and closures for Dunedin primary and intermediate account, current and forecast conditions; whether children can get to school safely; whether staff can get to school safely. They take advice from a number of sources in the city.
Monday was a no-brainer. Tuesday was different and the call to close schools was not as easily defended.
I have polled our school staff and only 2 classroom teachers would have been able to safely get to school by 10am yesterday. So in hindsight it was the correct call for our school.
Parent Workshop
On Monday 29 August a parent workshop will be held in the school staffroom to outline our school’s safe travel plan. This plan has been developed by the DCC, Sport Otago and the Police in consultation with families to provide a safe and healthy way for children to get to and from school. All are welcome to attend.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Max who has started in R11, and Connor who has started in R5. A warm welcome to their families to our school community.
Book Character Day
This Friday 19 August is Book Character day in support of Library Week. Children should dress as their favourite book character and bring the story book too. There will be a parade at 11am. Prizes will be awarded for the most imaginative home made costumes. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Assembly
Assembly will be held in the library this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by R10 with items by Rooms 3 and 10.
School Swimming Block
Advance Notice; the second school swimming block for this year will be held over 8 days from Monday 5 September until Wednesday 14 September.
Dental Therapist
Joan Ferguson, the school dental therapist is now on site at the dental clinic. Joan’s contact number is 027 284 9932.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 5 need to be in by next Friday 26 August.
Stars on Stage
Only a week until the senior classes perform at the Regent Theatre as part of Stars on Stage. Their performance is titled “What’s the weather like Jim?”
(From Auckland to Invercargill you can follow the weather with Kim and Jim). Our performance night is Thursday 25 August at the Regent Theatre.
Tickets are still available from the Regent Theatre. The cheapest way is purchase tickets is by going in person to the Regent. It is not necessary to buy a ticket for the child who is performing.
Further details will be sent home concerning the rehearsal and arrangements for the night of the performance.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
August
19 Book Character Day
22 BOT Meeting 6pm
23 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
31 Wide Horizons trip R5
September
5-14 Swimming Block DNI Pool
6 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
8 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 School Photos
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
October
4 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
5 Wide Horizons trip R10
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
The tea towels have now arrived and don’t they look great! Due to popular demand we have decided to put through another order for all those that missed out the first time and for anyone who would like to buy
additional towels. If you would like to place an order you will need to put your child’s name, room number and contact phone number onto a piece of paper, along with the number of towels you would like to order and the total cost. Tea towels cost $10 each. Orders and money need to be into the office by Tuesday 31st August.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 23rd at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend.
Community News
Shampoo with Nit-Enz Certified Organic shampoo twice a week, normal conditioner afterwards, and you won't have to worry about head lice again! $15.35 NIT-ENZ Certified Organic Shampoo 225ml (will last approx a school term when used as directed)! $10.20 NIT-ENZ Head Lice Repellent Hair Gel 200ml or Hair Spray 165ml to help keep them away! Nit-Enz is NOW available from Dunedin Pak n Save or for further details visit www.nit-enz.com.
Dunedin Junior Rugby Disco: Open to All Children Friday 26th August 2011 Entry $2 per Child. 4-8 Year Olds 5:30pm-7:30pm. 9-13 Year Olds 7:30pm-9:30pm DJ Black Pearl.
Dunedin Public Library Free Family Day: Storylines Festival: Saturday 20 August 11am-4pm. A whole day of free family fun! Meet your favourite NZ authors and illustrators, get your face painted, listen to storytellers and debates, enter competitions and take part in heaps of awesome activities! Pick up a
programme from your
local library!
Snow/Wintry Conditions
The main reason for school closure or late starts is the condition of the roads and the safety issue of travelling on them. While many children could walk to school it is not often the case for teachers if they do not live near by. The decision for school closure is made by a group of school principals who live in the hill suburbs. A 10am start will be made in consultation with the local police or taxis.
On especially wintery mornings check the radio
stations/cancellation line for any school closure or delayed start notices. Alternatively ring school as a message will be left on the answer phone if there is a delayed start.
If you do choose to keep your child at home please ring and leave a message on the school answer phone. Local radio stations most commonly used for cancellations are Newstalk ZB 1044AM, 4XO 1206AM, Radio Dunedin 1305AM, Classic Hits 89FM. The cancellation line number is 474 8426. Please take a note of these details.
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Snow Day
I sympathise with parents whose plans had to be amended yesterday after conflicting messages were broadcast about school closures. At 6.30pm Radio Dunedin reported primary schools would open at 10am. Later that was changed and the radio station report stated schools were closed for the day. For many families that change would have meant reorganising the whole day to accommodate child care for the day.
Late starts and closures for Dunedin primary and intermediate account, current and forecast conditions; whether children can get to school safely; whether staff can get to school safely. They take advice from a number of sources in the city.
Monday was a no-brainer. Tuesday was different and the call to close schools was not as easily defended.
I have polled our school staff and only 2 classroom teachers would have been able to safely get to school by 10am yesterday. So in hindsight it was the correct call for our school.
Parent Workshop
On Monday 29 August a parent workshop will be held in the school staffroom to outline our school’s safe travel plan. This plan has been developed by the DCC, Sport Otago and the Police in consultation with families to provide a safe and healthy way for children to get to and from school. All are welcome to attend.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Max who has started in R11, and Connor who has started in R5. A warm welcome to their families to our school community.
Book Character Day
This Friday 19 August is Book Character day in support of Library Week. Children should dress as their favourite book character and bring the story book too. There will be a parade at 11am. Prizes will be awarded for the most imaginative home made costumes. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We need some adult supervision help with road patrol for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Assembly
Assembly will be held in the library this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by R10 with items by Rooms 3 and 10.
School Swimming Block
Advance Notice; the second school swimming block for this year will be held over 8 days from Monday 5 September until Wednesday 14 September.
Dental Therapist
Joan Ferguson, the school dental therapist is now on site at the dental clinic. Joan’s contact number is 027 284 9932.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 5 need to be in by next Friday 26 August.
Stars on Stage
Only a week until the senior classes perform at the Regent Theatre as part of Stars on Stage. Their performance is titled “What’s the weather like Jim?”
(From Auckland to Invercargill you can follow the weather with Kim and Jim). Our performance night is Thursday 25 August at the Regent Theatre.
Tickets are still available from the Regent Theatre. The cheapest way is purchase tickets is by going in person to the Regent. It is not necessary to buy a ticket for the child who is performing.
Further details will be sent home concerning the rehearsal and arrangements for the night of the performance.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
August
19 Book Character Day
22 BOT Meeting 6pm
23 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
31 Wide Horizons trip R5
September
5-14 Swimming Block DNI Pool
6 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
8 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 School Photos
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
22 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
October
4 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
5 Wide Horizons trip R10
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
The tea towels have now arrived and don’t they look great! Due to popular demand we have decided to put through another order for all those that missed out the first time and for anyone who would like to buy
additional towels. If you would like to place an order you will need to put your child’s name, room number and contact phone number onto a piece of paper, along with the number of towels you would like to order and the total cost. Tea towels cost $10 each. Orders and money need to be into the office by Tuesday 31st August.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 23rd at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend.
Community News
Shampoo with Nit-Enz Certified Organic shampoo twice a week, normal conditioner afterwards, and you won't have to worry about head lice again! $15.35 NIT-ENZ Certified Organic Shampoo 225ml (will last approx a school term when used as directed)! $10.20 NIT-ENZ Head Lice Repellent Hair Gel 200ml or Hair Spray 165ml to help keep them away! Nit-Enz is NOW available from Dunedin Pak n Save or for further details visit www.nit-enz.com.
Dunedin Junior Rugby Disco: Open to All Children Friday 26th August 2011 Entry $2 per Child. 4-8 Year Olds 5:30pm-7:30pm. 9-13 Year Olds 7:30pm-9:30pm DJ Black Pearl.
Dunedin Public Library Free Family Day: Storylines Festival: Saturday 20 August 11am-4pm. A whole day of free family fun! Meet your favourite NZ authors and illustrators, get your face painted, listen to storytellers and debates, enter competitions and take part in heaps of awesome activities! Pick up a
programme from your
local library!
Snow/Wintry Conditions
The main reason for school closure or late starts is the condition of the roads and the safety issue of travelling on them. While many children could walk to school it is not often the case for teachers if they do not live near by. The decision for school closure is made by a group of school principals who live in the hill suburbs. A 10am start will be made in consultation with the local police or taxis.
On especially wintery mornings check the radio
stations/cancellation line for any school closure or delayed start notices. Alternatively ring school as a message will be left on the answer phone if there is a delayed start.
If you do choose to keep your child at home please ring and leave a message on the school answer phone. Local radio stations most commonly used for cancellations are Newstalk ZB 1044AM, 4XO 1206AM, Radio Dunedin 1305AM, Classic Hits 89FM. The cancellation line number is 474 8426. Please take a note of these details.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Newsletter 2 August 2011
2 August 2011 Term 23 Week 1 11/16
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Welcome back to the third term; a special welcome to new and returning children and their families.
Our family spent some of our holiday in Auckland. My wife was on business there. I was able to spend some time with my eldest daughter and her two wee ones. Auckland is so crowded these days and the motorway is madly fast with cars and trucks hurtling along at crazy speed; the main streets and roads are a nightmare of congestion.
We went to the war memorial museum with the children—it was like the motorway: too busy, too noisy and too fast.
Returning to Dunedin was a relief—slower traffic, less frenetic pedestrians, quieter shops. I know where I’d rather be!
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Oriana who has started in R11, and Kayla who has started in R3. A warm welcome to their families to our school community.
Activity Donation and Sports Fees
Included with this newsletter is an activity donation summary which gives the outstanding balance. We are happy to receive this amount in full, termly or weekly. If you wish to pay by internet transfer, the school account number is 03 1726 0055515 00, stating your child’s name as a reference. Thank you. There are also a number of netball and miniball fees outstanding. Please make payment as soon as
possible.
Computers in Homes
Places are available for the August intake. Register your interest at the school office. There is a meeting this Saturday at 9.30am at the school and classes will commence soon after.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. The current menu is included with the newsletter. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We will need some adult supervision help with road patrol this term for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Pine Hill Parents: Ride Needed
A ride is needed to and from Hislop Street for a NEVN child. Mum will help with petrol money. If you can help please ring Narissa on 021 816920.
Assembly
Assembly will be held in the library this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by R8 with items by Rooms 5 and 8.
Sport
The Y3 & 4 netball competition has finished but the Y5 & 6 netball will continue this term.
Stars on Stage
The senior classes are busy rehearsing for their Stars on Stage performance “What’s the weather like Jim?”(From Auckland to Invercargill you can follow the weather with Kim and Jim). Our performance night is Thursday 25 August at the Regent Theatre.
Tickets go on sale on Monday 8 August at Ticketek and are also available online at www.ticketek.co.nz. Tickets are $15 per adult and $7 per child. A small booking fee applies to both methods of purchasing.
Please book early to ensure you are able to get tickets. It is not necessary to buy a ticket for the child who is performing.
Further details will be sent home concerning the rehearsal and arrangements for the night of the performance.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
August
3 Wide Horizon trip R3
9 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
10 Keep Dunedin Beautiful Show 1.30pm
11 Rainbow Class
15 Mathletics
15 BOT Meeting 6pm
17 Wide Horizons trip R2
19 Book Character Day
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
31 Wide Horizons trip R5
September
6 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
8 Rainbow Class
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 School Photos
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
22 Rainbow Class
October
4 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
5 Wide Horizons trip R10
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
We raised $469 from this fundraiser – what a great effort! Orders will be handed out this week.
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
We had a very busy morning last Friday and it was really good to see so many families from the school coming down to enjoy the morning and get a yummy sausage. We even got out the road patrol equipment and provided some safe crossing for those that walked to the event. Thank you to all of our helpers.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 9th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Catholic Social Services: Parents Inc Toolbox Parenting Courses:
Day & Evening courses. Game On-dads/Seasons for Growth. Register now for 0-6 years/6-12 years/Teenage. 6 sessions; cost negotiable. Ph 4773403. sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz
DCC Possum Poisoning Operation:
Will be carried out in the following reserves: Mt Cargill/Bethunes Gully, signal Hill, Stevensons Bush, Upper Chingford Park from July through to June 2012. Bait stations and traps will be laid. Please keep dogs on a lead. Warning signs will be placed at entrances to these areas.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Welcome back to the third term; a special welcome to new and returning children and their families.
Our family spent some of our holiday in Auckland. My wife was on business there. I was able to spend some time with my eldest daughter and her two wee ones. Auckland is so crowded these days and the motorway is madly fast with cars and trucks hurtling along at crazy speed; the main streets and roads are a nightmare of congestion.
We went to the war memorial museum with the children—it was like the motorway: too busy, too noisy and too fast.
Returning to Dunedin was a relief—slower traffic, less frenetic pedestrians, quieter shops. I know where I’d rather be!
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Oriana who has started in R11, and Kayla who has started in R3. A warm welcome to their families to our school community.
Activity Donation and Sports Fees
Included with this newsletter is an activity donation summary which gives the outstanding balance. We are happy to receive this amount in full, termly or weekly. If you wish to pay by internet transfer, the school account number is 03 1726 0055515 00, stating your child’s name as a reference. Thank you. There are also a number of netball and miniball fees outstanding. Please make payment as soon as
possible.
Computers in Homes
Places are available for the August intake. Register your interest at the school office. There is a meeting this Saturday at 9.30am at the school and classes will commence soon after.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. The current menu is included with the newsletter. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Road Patrol
We will need some adult supervision help with road patrol this term for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
Pine Hill Parents: Ride Needed
A ride is needed to and from Hislop Street for a NEVN child. Mum will help with petrol money. If you can help please ring Narissa on 021 816920.
Assembly
Assembly will be held in the library this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by R8 with items by Rooms 5 and 8.
Sport
The Y3 & 4 netball competition has finished but the Y5 & 6 netball will continue this term.
Stars on Stage
The senior classes are busy rehearsing for their Stars on Stage performance “What’s the weather like Jim?”(From Auckland to Invercargill you can follow the weather with Kim and Jim). Our performance night is Thursday 25 August at the Regent Theatre.
Tickets go on sale on Monday 8 August at Ticketek and are also available online at www.ticketek.co.nz. Tickets are $15 per adult and $7 per child. A small booking fee applies to both methods of purchasing.
Please book early to ensure you are able to get tickets. It is not necessary to buy a ticket for the child who is performing.
Further details will be sent home concerning the rehearsal and arrangements for the night of the performance.
2011 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
August
3 Wide Horizon trip R3
9 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
10 Keep Dunedin Beautiful Show 1.30pm
11 Rainbow Class
15 Mathletics
15 BOT Meeting 6pm
17 Wide Horizons trip R2
19 Book Character Day
25 Rainbow Class
25 Stars on Stage - Regent Theatre
29 Kahurangi Maori Dance Theatre Performance
31 Wide Horizons trip R5
September
6 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
8 Rainbow Class
12 BOT Meeting 6pm
14 School Photos
15 Wide Horizons Trip R8
22 Rainbow Class
October
4 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
5 Wide Horizons trip R10
7 Final Day of T3
PTA News
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
We raised $469 from this fundraiser – what a great effort! Orders will be handed out this week.
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
We had a very busy morning last Friday and it was really good to see so many families from the school coming down to enjoy the morning and get a yummy sausage. We even got out the road patrol equipment and provided some safe crossing for those that walked to the event. Thank you to all of our helpers.
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 9th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Catholic Social Services: Parents Inc Toolbox Parenting Courses:
Day & Evening courses. Game On-dads/Seasons for Growth. Register now for 0-6 years/6-12 years/Teenage. 6 sessions; cost negotiable. Ph 4773403. sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz
DCC Possum Poisoning Operation:
Will be carried out in the following reserves: Mt Cargill/Bethunes Gully, signal Hill, Stevensons Bush, Upper Chingford Park from July through to June 2012. Bait stations and traps will be laid. Please keep dogs on a lead. Warning signs will be placed at entrances to these areas.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Monday, July 11, 2011
Newsletter 12 July 2011
12 July 2011 Term 2 Week 11 11/15
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Computers in Homes
Congratulations to those parents who have worked away all term developing their computer skills. Those who have completed the course will graduate this Friday. They will be presented their graduation certificates by MP Clare Curran in the school library at 2pm before assembly. They will also be presented with their very own computer.
Places are available for the August intake. Register your interest at the school office.
Parents of Y1 Children Meeting
Parents of the new entrant children have been meeting for coffee this term. The final meeting is this Friday in the staffroom at 1.30pm. Other parents are most welcome to attend.
On behalf of the staff I wish our school families a restful and staff holiday.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Nanaia who has started in R11. A warm welcome to Nanaia and her family to our school community.
Life Education Trust
Last week we had a visit from Harold the giraffe and Jacqui Allison from the Otago Life Education Trust. Each class visited Harold’s trailer and Jacqui talked to them about nutrition and healthy eating.
Activity Donation and Sports Fees
Please ensure that payment is made by the end of this week for any outstanding activity donations (up to the end of T2) and for any outstanding netball and miniball fees. Please contact the office if you are unsure of the balance. Thank you
Smart Food Cold School LunchesSmart 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Sports Results
Soccer
Our school soccer team played Liberton Christian School last Thursday and won after a close game by 2 goals to 1. Cameron G scored both goals. Well done to all the players. Thanks to Mr Andrew for organising the team.
Netball
The Y3 & 4 team lost 2 goals to 4 against Rotary Park. That was the last game of the competition for this team. They have made excellent progress in learning how to play the game of netball. Many thanks to parents who helped with transport and to Sacha who coached the team.
The Y5 & 6 team lost by 2 goals to 10 against Maori Hill.
Miniball
The miniball team lost16 to 46 goals against St Joseph’s Cathedral.
Sporting and Cultural Success
Congratulations to Caitlin O’Brien who placed first individually and first overall in the Level 1 section of the Rhythmic Gymnastic Otago Championships for Otago and Southland. Caitlin also achieved first place in the 8-10 years section of the Otago Art Society Youth Awards. Well done Caitlin - outstanding achievements.
Road Patrol
We will need some adult supervision help with road patrol next term for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
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.
2011 Term Dates
Term 2 Monday 2 May - Friday 15 July
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
July
15 Assembly 2.30pm: Led by R2: Items by R5
15 Final Day of Term 2
August
1 First day of T3
3 Wide Horizon trip
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Thank you to all those that placed orders – we have had a great response. Tea towels will be delivered at the beginning of next term.
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
The PTA will be putting on another sausage sizzle for the Jaffa Race this year. Race day is Friday July 29th 11am – 1pm. We will also be providing car parking in the school grounds for a small fee. Tell your friends and come along and enjoy this great day!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 9th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Snow/Wintry Conditions
The main reason for school closure or late starts is the condition of the roads and the safety issue of travelling on them. While many children could walk to school it is not often the case for teachers if they do not live near by. The decision for school closure is made by a group of school principals who live in the hill suburbs. A 10am start will be made in consultation with the local police or taxis.
On especially wintery mornings check the radio stations/cancellation line for any school closure or delayed start notices. Alternatively ring school as a message will be left on the answer phone if there is a delayed start.
If you do choose to keep your child at home please ring and leave a message on the school answer phone. Local radio stations most commonly used for cancellations are Newstalk ZB 1044AM, 4XO 1206AM, Radio Dunedin 1305AM, Classic Hits 89FM. The cancellation line number is 474 8426. Please take a note of these details.
Community News
Catholic Social Services: Parents Inc Toolbox Parenting Courses:
Day & Evening courses. Game On-dads/Seasons for Growth. Register now for 0-6 years/6-12 years/Teenage. 6 sessions; cost negotiable. Ph 4773403. sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz
OUCA After School/ Holiday OSCAR Programme: CYF approved, WINZ subsidies available. Run from Nga Maara Hall, Sacred Heart School. Free taxi pick-up arranged from NEV Normal School to the Programme. Cost per hour $7.30. Booking options 1.5hr/2.5hrs. Information flyers and booking forms available from the school office. Bookings: OUCA office 4776098 ouca@xtra.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Computers in Homes
Congratulations to those parents who have worked away all term developing their computer skills. Those who have completed the course will graduate this Friday. They will be presented their graduation certificates by MP Clare Curran in the school library at 2pm before assembly. They will also be presented with their very own computer.
Places are available for the August intake. Register your interest at the school office.
Parents of Y1 Children Meeting
Parents of the new entrant children have been meeting for coffee this term. The final meeting is this Friday in the staffroom at 1.30pm. Other parents are most welcome to attend.
On behalf of the staff I wish our school families a restful and staff holiday.
Kia Kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Nanaia who has started in R11. A warm welcome to Nanaia and her family to our school community.
Life Education Trust
Last week we had a visit from Harold the giraffe and Jacqui Allison from the Otago Life Education Trust. Each class visited Harold’s trailer and Jacqui talked to them about nutrition and healthy eating.
Activity Donation and Sports Fees
Please ensure that payment is made by the end of this week for any outstanding activity donations (up to the end of T2) and for any outstanding netball and miniball fees. Please contact the office if you are unsure of the balance. Thank you
Smart Food Cold School LunchesSmart 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Sports Results
Soccer
Our school soccer team played Liberton Christian School last Thursday and won after a close game by 2 goals to 1. Cameron G scored both goals. Well done to all the players. Thanks to Mr Andrew for organising the team.
Netball
The Y3 & 4 team lost 2 goals to 4 against Rotary Park. That was the last game of the competition for this team. They have made excellent progress in learning how to play the game of netball. Many thanks to parents who helped with transport and to Sacha who coached the team.
The Y5 & 6 team lost by 2 goals to 10 against Maori Hill.
Miniball
The miniball team lost16 to 46 goals against St Joseph’s Cathedral.
Sporting and Cultural Success
Congratulations to Caitlin O’Brien who placed first individually and first overall in the Level 1 section of the Rhythmic Gymnastic Otago Championships for Otago and Southland. Caitlin also achieved first place in the 8-10 years section of the Otago Art Society Youth Awards. Well done Caitlin - outstanding achievements.
Road Patrol
We will need some adult supervision help with road patrol next term for Tuesday and Friday afternoons. Please contact Mrs Staynes or the office if you can assist.
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.
2011 Term Dates
Term 2 Monday 2 May - Friday 15 July
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
July
15 Assembly 2.30pm: Led by R2: Items by R5
15 Final Day of Term 2
August
1 First day of T3
3 Wide Horizon trip
School Banking
Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
PTA News
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Thank you to all those that placed orders – we have had a great response. Tea towels will be delivered at the beginning of next term.
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
The PTA will be putting on another sausage sizzle for the Jaffa Race this year. Race day is Friday July 29th 11am – 1pm. We will also be providing car parking in the school grounds for a small fee. Tell your friends and come along and enjoy this great day!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held Tuesday August 9th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Snow/Wintry Conditions
The main reason for school closure or late starts is the condition of the roads and the safety issue of travelling on them. While many children could walk to school it is not often the case for teachers if they do not live near by. The decision for school closure is made by a group of school principals who live in the hill suburbs. A 10am start will be made in consultation with the local police or taxis.
On especially wintery mornings check the radio stations/cancellation line for any school closure or delayed start notices. Alternatively ring school as a message will be left on the answer phone if there is a delayed start.
If you do choose to keep your child at home please ring and leave a message on the school answer phone. Local radio stations most commonly used for cancellations are Newstalk ZB 1044AM, 4XO 1206AM, Radio Dunedin 1305AM, Classic Hits 89FM. The cancellation line number is 474 8426. Please take a note of these details.
Community News
Catholic Social Services: Parents Inc Toolbox Parenting Courses:
Day & Evening courses. Game On-dads/Seasons for Growth. Register now for 0-6 years/6-12 years/Teenage. 6 sessions; cost negotiable. Ph 4773403. sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz
OUCA After School/ Holiday OSCAR Programme: CYF approved, WINZ subsidies available. Run from Nga Maara Hall, Sacred Heart School. Free taxi pick-up arranged from NEV Normal School to the Programme. Cost per hour $7.30. Booking options 1.5hr/2.5hrs. Information flyers and booking forms available from the school office. Bookings: OUCA office 4776098 ouca@xtra.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Newsletter 5 July 2011
5 July 2011 Term 2 Week 10 11/14
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Charter Development
The Trustees have been working on re-writing the school charter for the last wee while. This work is now complete and the charter was presented to the Ministry of Education local manager last week. Copies of the charter are available at the school.
Education Review Office Visit
ERO have sent us a copy of the ‘unconfirmed report’ following their recent review. The Board have an opportunity to correct any errors of fact contained therein before the report is finalised. Some excerpts follow: -
“A key feature of this school is its immersion in the local community.”
“The school is seen as belonging to and working with the local community.”
“Students benefit from the strong links that the school has with the local College of Education and Ministry of Education.”
“Having a second “teacher” in the room makes it easier for students to learn in smaller groups and receive individual attention.”
“The school has a warm and supportive culture”.
"The school’s 2010 achievement data shows that the majority of students are achieving at or above National Standards expectations in numeracy and the school’s expectations for reading and writing. Those students who are not achieving as well as expected are closely monitored and receive extra support through specific programmes.”
Welcome to Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten
The Jonathan Rhodes children are relocating to our school hall in the next week or so as their kindergarten is to be rebuilt. They will occupy the hall till the end of the year. We are very happy to accommodate our colleagues and the children from Jonathan Rhodes - the school has had a close and special relationship with the kindy for many years.
School Car Park
We will suggest to the parents of the kindergarten that they drop off and collect their children from our car park in front of the community buildings. Therefore we are hoping our school parents will avoid using the school car park during kindy drop-off and pick up times.
Chicken Pox
This highly contagious disease is making its mark across Dunedin. NEV Normal is no exception. If your child contacts chicken pox it is recommended you keep your child away from school until 5 days from the day the spots first appear.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Lola who has started in R11. A warm welcome to Lola and her family to our school community.
Extra Spelling Quiz
Congratulations to our 3 teams, Ani, Celeste and Finn; Reuben, Haziq and Lydia; and Kaci, Meihana and Jazmin who performed with credit last week at the spelling quiz .
Warm Clothing
Please ensure that your child is dressed warmly on these cold winter days. Children should wear a jacket, hat and gloves to and from school. We have noticed lately some children wearing very light clothing, and shoes with no socks. Correspondingly there have been a number of children absent with coughs and colds recently.
Scholastic Book ClubOrders for Issue 4 with money need to be into the office by this Wednesday 6 July. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Orders for the Winter Sale edition need to be in by Friday 8 July.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Sports Results
Soccer
Our school soccer team played Pine Hill at Pine Hill school last Thursday and had a good win - 5 goals to nil. Goals were scored by Tarryn, Cameron G, Matai, and Meihana (2). Well done to all the players.
Netball
The Y3 & 4 team has had a good win against Tainui by 4 goals to 1 on 20/6. Well done.
The Y5 & 6 team have had 2 good wins recently.
Miniball
Congratulations to the miniball team who won 42 goals to 32 against Columba Blue. The whole team where ‘Players of the Day’.
Sporting Success
Congratulation to Cameron Gascoyne who will receive special coaching by the Otago Volts cricket team and will act as 13th man during their games.
Frosty Morning
In the morning the frost glitters and sparkles. The grass is white and the roads are frozen. Tyres make tracks on the road. Slippery walkways are everywhere. Trails of footprints glowing on the ground. Trees frozen in the sky.
By Austin R3
2011 Term Dates
Term 2 Monday 2 May - Friday 15 July
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
July
5 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
6-8 Life Education Trust all classes
7 R5 Ukulele Kids’ Jam
8 Assembly 2.20pm: Led by R3: Items by Rs 2/11
15 Assembly 2.20pm: Led by R2: Items by Rs 5/8
15 Final Day of Term 2
PTA News
School Banking Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Order forms with money need to be into the office by Tuesday 12th July. There are spare order forms in the office if needed
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
The PTA will be putting on another sausage sizzle for the Jaffa Race this year. Race day is Friday July 29th 11am – 1pm. We will also be providing car parking in the school grounds for a small fee. Come along and enjoy this great day!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held today Tuesday July 5th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Number Works Fun With Maths - Holiday Course: Take this opportunity to boost your child’s confidence and mathematics skills. Monday 25th –Friday 29h July, daily from 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Ten hours of intensive tuition on individualized programmes PLUS a free assessment and introductory lesson. Phone 474 1104 to book a place.
Leslie Rugby Junior Holiday Coaching Clinic Thursday 28 July; 8.45am - 3.30pm. Register: www.leslierugby.co.nz “Coaching Clinics” or Ph: 0800 4 537543.
Ice Skating Friday 8 July from 5.15pm at the Dunedin Ice $8.50 per person including skate hire. Sausage sizzle and drinks for sale. Tickets available at the Sacred Heart School office.
The Rugby World Cup Road Show: Thursday 7th of July in the Octagon 6.30-9am. Entertainment, food and activities for children, and an opportunity for fans to be photographed with the official Rugby World Cup trophy. Kids come dressed up as another team playing in the Rugby World Cup (not the All Blacks). Spot prizes to be won.
Chipmunks School Holiday Programme: 8am to 6pm, part & full time positions available. OSCAR approved for WINZ subsidies. Enquire today ph 4776762 or email dunedin@chipmunks.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Charter Development
The Trustees have been working on re-writing the school charter for the last wee while. This work is now complete and the charter was presented to the Ministry of Education local manager last week. Copies of the charter are available at the school.
Education Review Office Visit
ERO have sent us a copy of the ‘unconfirmed report’ following their recent review. The Board have an opportunity to correct any errors of fact contained therein before the report is finalised. Some excerpts follow: -
“A key feature of this school is its immersion in the local community.”
“The school is seen as belonging to and working with the local community.”
“Students benefit from the strong links that the school has with the local College of Education and Ministry of Education.”
“Having a second “teacher” in the room makes it easier for students to learn in smaller groups and receive individual attention.”
“The school has a warm and supportive culture”.
"The school’s 2010 achievement data shows that the majority of students are achieving at or above National Standards expectations in numeracy and the school’s expectations for reading and writing. Those students who are not achieving as well as expected are closely monitored and receive extra support through specific programmes.”
Welcome to Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten
The Jonathan Rhodes children are relocating to our school hall in the next week or so as their kindergarten is to be rebuilt. They will occupy the hall till the end of the year. We are very happy to accommodate our colleagues and the children from Jonathan Rhodes - the school has had a close and special relationship with the kindy for many years.
School Car Park
We will suggest to the parents of the kindergarten that they drop off and collect their children from our car park in front of the community buildings. Therefore we are hoping our school parents will avoid using the school car park during kindy drop-off and pick up times.
Chicken Pox
This highly contagious disease is making its mark across Dunedin. NEV Normal is no exception. If your child contacts chicken pox it is recommended you keep your child away from school until 5 days from the day the spots first appear.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
We welcome Lola who has started in R11. A warm welcome to Lola and her family to our school community.
Extra Spelling Quiz
Congratulations to our 3 teams, Ani, Celeste and Finn; Reuben, Haziq and Lydia; and Kaci, Meihana and Jazmin who performed with credit last week at the spelling quiz .
Warm Clothing
Please ensure that your child is dressed warmly on these cold winter days. Children should wear a jacket, hat and gloves to and from school. We have noticed lately some children wearing very light clothing, and shoes with no socks. Correspondingly there have been a number of children absent with coughs and colds recently.
Scholastic Book ClubOrders for Issue 4 with money need to be into the office by this Wednesday 6 July. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Orders for the Winter Sale edition need to be in by Friday 8 July.
Smart Food Cold 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. The cost is $3, or $4 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches. Orders and money need to be in to the School Office by 9am.
Smart Food Hot Lunches - New
Smart Food are now offering hot lunches on a Tuesday. Meals will be delivered to school between 12 and 12.30pm. The cost is $4. The choices are: -
Chow Mein
Macaroni Cheese
Spaghetti Bolognese
Shepherds Pie
Orders and money need to be in to the office by 9am.
Sports Results
Soccer
Our school soccer team played Pine Hill at Pine Hill school last Thursday and had a good win - 5 goals to nil. Goals were scored by Tarryn, Cameron G, Matai, and Meihana (2). Well done to all the players.
Netball
The Y3 & 4 team has had a good win against Tainui by 4 goals to 1 on 20/6. Well done.
The Y5 & 6 team have had 2 good wins recently.
Miniball
Congratulations to the miniball team who won 42 goals to 32 against Columba Blue. The whole team where ‘Players of the Day’.
Sporting Success
Congratulation to Cameron Gascoyne who will receive special coaching by the Otago Volts cricket team and will act as 13th man during their games.
Frosty Morning
In the morning the frost glitters and sparkles. The grass is white and the roads are frozen. Tyres make tracks on the road. Slippery walkways are everywhere. Trails of footprints glowing on the ground. Trees frozen in the sky.
By Austin R3
2011 Term Dates
Term 2 Monday 2 May - Friday 15 July
Term 3 Monday 1 August - Friday 7 October
Term 4 Tuesday 25 October - Thursday 15 Dec
Dates to Note
July
5 PTA Meeting 3.15pm
6-8 Life Education Trust all classes
7 R5 Ukulele Kids’ Jam
8 Assembly 2.20pm: Led by R3: Items by Rs 2/11
15 Assembly 2.20pm: Led by R2: Items by Rs 5/8
15 Final Day of Term 2
PTA News
School Banking Remember banking day is WEDNESDAY!
Tea Towel Fundraiser
Order forms with money need to be into the office by Tuesday 12th July. There are spare order forms in the office if needed
Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle
The PTA will be putting on another sausage sizzle for the Jaffa Race this year. Race day is Friday July 29th 11am – 1pm. We will also be providing car parking in the school grounds for a small fee. Come along and enjoy this great day!
Next PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held today Tuesday July 5th at 3.15pm. All are welcome to attend and new members are always keenly sought.
Community News
Number Works Fun With Maths - Holiday Course: Take this opportunity to boost your child’s confidence and mathematics skills. Monday 25th –Friday 29h July, daily from 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Ten hours of intensive tuition on individualized programmes PLUS a free assessment and introductory lesson. Phone 474 1104 to book a place.
Leslie Rugby Junior Holiday Coaching Clinic Thursday 28 July; 8.45am - 3.30pm. Register: www.leslierugby.co.nz “Coaching Clinics” or Ph: 0800 4 537543.
Ice Skating Friday 8 July from 5.15pm at the Dunedin Ice $8.50 per person including skate hire. Sausage sizzle and drinks for sale. Tickets available at the Sacred Heart School office.
The Rugby World Cup Road Show: Thursday 7th of July in the Octagon 6.30-9am. Entertainment, food and activities for children, and an opportunity for fans to be photographed with the official Rugby World Cup trophy. Kids come dressed up as another team playing in the Rugby World Cup (not the All Blacks). Spot prizes to be won.
Chipmunks School Holiday Programme: 8am to 6pm, part & full time positions available. OSCAR approved for WINZ subsidies. Enquire today ph 4776762 or email dunedin@chipmunks.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
NZCU SOUTH
26 Filleul Street
Dunedin 9059
Ph 03 4771473
www.nzcusouth.co.nz
email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz
Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
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