Newsletter 23 July 2012

23 July 2012 Term 3 Week 2 12/21

Dear Parents & Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katou
Goal Setting
With this newsletter you will find a notice about upcoming goal setting times. The goal setting process is a chance for parents to get a handle on the learning strengths and weaknesses of their child.

Goal setting is only one part of our assessment schedule. I have attached our assessment & delivery plan which shows what and when assessments are held. When you come to the meeting you can ask how your child performed in these assessments.

The senior staff analyse results from all the assessments taken during the year and use this information to determine staffing and budgetary advice to the Board of Trustees.

The senior staff and teachers also use the assessment results to see whether the teacher is getting it right.

None of this information is secret! We encourage parents to ask about their child’s progress at every opportunity.

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

John McKenzie
Principal

Welcome
Welcome to Jackson who has started in R11.

Keep Dunedin Beautiful
The Keep Dunedin Beautiful group will be performing this Thursday to the whole school starting at 1.30pm. The cost of the show is $2 which is paid from the school activity donation. Please send $2 to school with your child if their activity donation has not been paid. Thank you.

Wheels Days
This Friday lunchtime is the turn of the junior classes to ride their bikes, scooters, skateboards etc at school. 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 R2 with items by Rooms 3 & 10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Scholastic Book Club
Issue 5 leaflets have been sent home today. Orders with money need to be in to the office by Wednesday 1 August. If paying by cheque please make cheque payable to Scholastic NZ.

School Activity Donation
The T3 portion of the school activity donation is now due. Please make payment at the office or by internet banking to the school account number 03 1726 0055515 00.

School Photos
School photos will be taken on Wednesday 25 July. Class photos only will be taken.

School Banking
School banking day is Wednesday. Application forms for Credit Union South banking are available at the office.

Learning Power Tip of the Week
‘Ask questions and question answers’

2012 Term Dates
Term 3 Monday 16 July - Friday 28 September
Term 4 Monday 15 October - Friday 14 December

Statutory Holidays During Term Time
Labour Day Monday 22 October

Dates to Note

July
25  School Photos 9am
26  Keep Dunedin Beautiful Performance 1.30pm
26  PTA Meeting 3.20pm
30 BOT Meeting 6pm

August
1 Scholastic Book Club orders close
2  Rainbow Class 1.15pm R11
2  Ukulele Kids Jam 9-12pm
6-8 3 Way Conferences
16  Rainbow Class 1.15pm R11
22  O’Mathalon 1.30-2.30pm Edgar Centre
23  PTA Meeting 3.20pm
23  Life Education Visit
24  Life Education Visit
27  Life Education Visit
30  Polyfest Edgar Centre
30  Rainbow Class 1.15pm R11

September
5  Extra Current Affairs Quiz 3.30pm
13  Rainbow Class 1.15pm R11
20  PTA Meeting 3.20pm
28  End of Term 3

Sports Results

Football
Our school football team played against Christian Liberton School last Thursday and drew nil all.

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
This Friday the menu is chicken nuggets and chips for $2.00 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.

PTA News
Are you interested in taking part in a research project?
We are looking for 12 females (with a child currently attending this school), to participate in a Master of Science Thesis project. The research is looking at consumer reactions to package designs. The focus groups will be taking place at the school on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th August, from 7pm until 8pm. Six people are needed per group. If you are interested please leave your name and phone number on the sign-up sheet in the office. Each participant will get a free sample of the product concerned and the PTA will receive a very generous donation.

PTA Meeting
The next meeting will be held this Thursday 26th July at 3.20pm in the staff room. Everyone is welcome to
attend.

Public Health Nurse Information

Vaccinations
The Ministry of Health recommends Influenza Immunisation for children, pregnant women and anyone over the age of 65. Influenza infection rates are generally highest in children and they are the major cause of the spread of influenza viruses in the community. In 2009 the highest hospitalisation rates occurred in children aged less than 1 followed by children aged 1-4 years. The vaccination can be used to immunise children six months and older and is especially recommended and funded if they have an ongoing medical condition such as: regularly use an asthma preventer, diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems or other serious medical conditions. For more information contact the local Immunisation Coordinators or IMAC website – www.immune.org.nz

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

Community News
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

Zumba Fitness Classes: Mondays and Wednesdays 6-7pm at the Alhambra Rugby Union rooms (595 Great King St). The classes are lots of fun and suitable for all ages and abilities. Cost $6 per class. Come and join in!

Barnardos Conscious Parenting Course: offer a 6 week programme commencing 8 August designed to strengthen relationships through communication, self awareness and strategies for positive parenting. Contact Sharon on 466 3216 for further information.

Catholic Social Services Parenting Courses: Games on-Dads and Being There day and evening 6 session courses offered. Contact Sue 477 3403.

The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe: at the Globe Theatre July 25, 26, and 27 at 7pm and July 28 at 2pm and 7pm. Cost $15 adult and $10 child/student/senior citizen. Booking phone 455 7804.

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.