Newsletter 5 June 2012

5 June 2012       Term 2 Week 7               12/16

Dear Parents & Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katoa

Toys and Collectable Cards at School
School policy is that children should not bring toys, cards or valuable items to school unless at the express invitation of the classroom teacher.

We have been fairly relaxed about this rule in recent times. Unfortunately this has led to conflict so hence -forth we will enforce this rule.

From tomorrow, Wednesday 6 June, toys, collectable cards and other such items brought to school will be confiscated and handed to parents at the earliest opportunity.

iPad Trial
The school has 36 netbooks, 14 laptops and 12 desktops. We are trialling iPads in some classes and with some groups. We currently have 4 iPads and hope to purchase more when we have the funds to do so.

Did You Know
That we employ a retired teacher, Mrs Di Robertson, for 1 day a week to teach social skills to our children?

That we currently have the principal from recently closed Forbury School, Mrs Janice Tofia, teaching reading recovery at school?

That we have Mr Innes McColl, a retired youth worker, working alongside a few of our challenging children?

Kia kaha tatou katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.

John McKenzie
Principal

Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 4 are due back by this Friday 8 June. If paying by cheque please make payable to Scholastic NZ.

Wheels Days
This Friday lunchtime is the turn of the senior classes to ride their bikes, scooters, skateboards etc. Children who bring their bikes will need to wear a helmet. It is recommended that children wear a helmet when riding their scooters or skateboards.

Assembly
Assembly will be held in the hall this Friday at 2.20pm. It will be led by R10 with items by Rooms 3 & 10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Wonky Donkey Show
On Wednesday 13 June Craig Smith is bringing his Wonky Donkey Show for a whole school performance at 1.30pm. The cost for this show is $2 per child which is paid out of the activity donation. Please send $2 to school if your child’s donation has not been paid up to the end of T2 at least.

House for Rent
Available from 21 June. Contact Christina 473 9811.

Learning Power Tip of the Week

‘You are never too old to learn’

Snow/Wintry Conditions
On especially wintery mornings please remember to check 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.

Sports Results

Netball
The senior teams played last Tuesday. The Gold team lost to St Bernadette's by 0 goals to 8 and the Bronze team won 14 goals to 11 against Balaclava.

The junior Silver team played George Street last Monday and had a loss 2 goals to 5.

 Dates to Note
June
8  Scholastic Book Club Issue 4 closes
11  BOT Meeting 6pm
13 Wonky Donkey Show 1.30pm
13  Extra Spelling Quiz
14 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
16  Jack’n’Jill Portraits
29  Term 2 ends

Smart Food School Lunches
Cold lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays.
The lunches consist of 2 sandwiches/pizza bun, fruit, a cookie or muffin and a dessert. The cost is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch with two extra sandwiches.

Hot lunches are available on Tuesdays.
The menu is: Macaroni & Cheese, Spaghetti Bolognese, Shepherds Pie, or Mince Chow Mein. The cost is $4.50.

PTA Hot Lunches
The PTA will be providing hot lunches on Fridays. This Friday the menu is a sausage in bread (onions optional) for $2 each, and a cup of Milo for .50c. Please bring a cup for Milo.

Orders and money in a envelope with your child’s name and room number to the office by 9am please.

The PTA wish to thank the Quarry Store for the donation of bread for last week’s cheese rolls - which were very popular with children and staff!

PTA News
Jack’n’Jill Portraits: Saturday 16th June
To make a booking return the completed coupon with payment of $10 to the office by this Friday 8th June.

Fruit and Vege Fundraiser
Thank you for the support of this fundraiser. Orders will be available for collection after 3pm on Thursday from the office.

PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held on Thursday 21 June at 3.20pm in the staff room.

Public Health Nurse
A Sense of Belonging
Children need to know that they are important. When they feel accepted and loved by important people in their lives they feel comfortable, safe and secure, and open to communication. If children feel respected and secure within a family, they will find it easier to make friendships outside the family. To help children develop that sense of belonging, you can:

Help them build valuable family, friends and relationships outside of their family.

Encourage pride in their family’s ethnic background and heritage.

Keep reminders of family events and family history around the home (photograph albums, home videos, etc).

Provide a special time for each child or young person. Encourage children to talk about their day.

The Public Health Nurse for our school is:
Catherine Moir, Phone 4769748.


Community News
Pine Hill Skate/ Scooter Park Proposal: Public meeting to share ideas Wednesday 6 June at St Mark’s Church, 304 Pine Hill Rd from 4.30pm to 5.15pm. Contact Amanda Brown 4700851 or Facebook “Pine Hill Skate Park”.

Murray McGeorge Toy Library: has a wide range of well designed toys, puzzles, games to borrow. Located cnr Athol Pl & Wakatipu St Ravensbourne. Open Saturdays 2-4pm. Email murraymcgeorgetoylibrary@hotmail.com orphone 471 0420.

Weight Loss: Don't lose weight and put all back on. Lose it and keep it off! Affordable weight loss that really works. Free Wellness Evaluation and sample. PH Kathy 0800 401 828 or go to wwwsupershapeupnz.com

AM I FIT: After school fitness for kids. Taking Term 3 registrations now!!!! Ages 7 - 11 years (Tues &/or Thurs 3.30 - 4.15pm) .Ages 12 - 16 years (Mon &/or Wed 3.45 - 4.30) Once a week $110 for the term, Twice a week $220 for the term. For more info visit: http://www.amifit.co.nz/

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

Application forms are available at the school office