Newsletter 24 September 2012

24 September 2012    Term 3 Week 11    12/30

Dear Parents & Caregivers

 Kia ora koutou katoa

Some Reminders

Patience Please

I have noticed recently some impatient behaviour at the Longworth Street entrance - people stop to drop off or pick up children at the ½ turn-a-round then other cars come up behind and toot or drive aggressively.

Please be patient with fellow parents. Aggressive behaviour and aggressive driving is not only a poor example to children, it is also dangerous.

Here are some guidelines:

• The turn-a-round is not a car park;
• It is okay to drop off and pick up children at the turn-a-round but do not linger;
• Do not bring vehicles onto the property, to drop off or collect children at the start and end of the day;
• Be careful backing up as children shoot through the gate at a pace - you may not see them in your mirrors;
• If another driver annoys you, keep calm; take an opportunity later to address the issue.

Road Patrol

The road patrol is traditionally supervised by parents. There are a few gaps in the roster currently so if you are able to be at school and take a patrol, please let Mrs Staynes know.

  

Keen on Some Training

Seasons for Growth is a programme for children and young people who have experienced loss of a significant person through death, separation or divorce. The NEV Education Council is keen to sponsor 2 or 3 locals to do the facilitation training. Interested? Leave your name at the school office. Dates for training: 23 and 24 November 2012.

  

Security Over the Holidays

Please contact First Security 0800347 787 if there is a security issue at school over the holidays. I suggest parents save this number on their mobile phones. The number is also on the 2012 fridge magnet.

  

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

  

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

  

John McKenzie

Principal

  

Wheels Days

This Friday lunchtime is the turn of the senior 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 R8 with items by Rooms 5 & 11. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

  

School Activity Donation

As we are approaching the end of T3, please ensure that your child’s activity donation is paid either in full or up to the end of T3.

Learning Power Tip of the Week

“During the holidays look for family fun in places that don’t cost money
e.g. Dinosaur Park, the library, the Botanical Gardens, St Clair Beach, Otago Museum, the Peninsula.”

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.

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

PTA Hot Lunches

This Friday the PTA is having a free bbq with sausage and bread. There will be no Milo. This is the final day for PTA lunches this year.

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

September

25   Logan Park Orchestra Performance 10am

26   Nation Wide Earthquake Drill 9.26am
28   End of Term 3

October

15   Start of T4

18   PTA Meeting 3.20pm
22   Labour Day - School Closed
25   Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm

29   Swimming Block at DNI Pool Starts

29   BOT Meeting 6pm

November

6   Swimming Block ends

8   Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm

22 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm

22  PTA Meeting 3.20pm

26  BOT Meeting 6pm

December

6   Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm

PTA News

Maths-a-thon

The total raised from this fundraiser has been over $1,000!! This will help pay for more playground bark which is being applied during the holidays. Congratulations and thank you to all those children that took part.

PTA Hot Lunches
This Friday the PTA will be providing a free sausage sizzle at lunch time to say “thank you” to all of the children for supporting the hot lunches this term.

Term 4 Fundraiser

Next term the children will be designing art work to be used on the 2013 calendars, cards and diaries that the PTA will be offering as our Term 4 fundraiser. Please keep an “eye out” in the newsletters to find out when parents can come and look at the art work and order calendars.

Donations

It was decided at the last meeting to pay for two new electric fry pans for the school.

PTA Meeting

The next meeting will be held on Thursday 18th October at 3.20pm in the teaching room (In the College Block next to the Library). Everyone is welcome to attend.

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

Novelty Cakes: for all ages and occasions made to order. Call Leanne, Cordon Bleu Catering 477 3330.

Childcare: If you are looking for childcare in a warm, secure and happy home in North East Valley please give Margaret a call on 552 0628. 3 spaces available. WINZ subsidies. Registered to Dunedin Community Childcare Association.

Bayfield High School Kid’s Market: Pre loved and new clothing and toys, Sunday 30 September 10am-1pm. $2 entry. Stalls available from $20. Contact kidsmarket@hotmail.co.nz

Quiz Night: Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night will be held at 7pm on Thursday 25th October, at the North East Valley Bowling Club (139 North Road). Nibbles provided, $1 raffles, loads of great prizes, bar open. This is always a popular event so be in quick to register your team ($5 per person, 6 people max per team). Ph 473-9107 or email jonathanrhodes@dk.org.nz

AM I FIT: After School fitness for kids taking T4 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 $100 for the term. Twice a week $200 for the term. For more info visit: www.amifit.co.nz

Glenfalloch’s Spring Flower Festival of Art: Sunday 14th October 12.30 till 4.30pm Celebrating spring and art.

Basketball Otago Diggers Development Programme: weekly coaching sessions at the Edgar Centre taken by Mark Dickel where basic fundamentals are introduced focusing on skill based drills and emphasizing having fun. Players need no experience to attend. Day: Tuesday’s. Dates: 23rd October – 11th December. Under 8’s: 3.30pm-4.30pm, Under 11’s: 4.00pm-5.00pm, Under 13’s: 5.00pm-6.00pm. Cost: $69.00. Contact Basketball Otago 03 456 4063, email admin@basketballotago.co.nz or download a Diggers Flyer on our website www.basketballotago.co.nz

Dunedin Gymnastic Academy Spring Gymnastics Camp: GymSports such as gymnastics, trampoline,

aerobics, & rhythmic. Monday 1st– Friday 5th October. Session 1: 9am-12pm - $20. Session 2: 1-3pm - $15. Full day: 9am-3pm - $30. Age: 5-11 years (beginners are most welcome to attend). Bookings are essential! Contact dga.noncomp@gmail.com or ph. 5521108 for more info.

The It’s My Turn To Cook Tonight Bosch School Holiday Programme: inspires kids to be food savvy - to cook some meals, create a special occasion, make a food movie, do some random acts of kindness, learn about food choices, kitchen safety, read labels & much much more. Oct 2 - 4 online and live. $25 (per family) for 3 days fun, action, competitions, great prizes www.foodsavvykids.com

Dunedin Repertory Children’s Theatre presents The Red Dragon: September 29 - October 7 at the Playhouse Theatre. 11am and 2pm daily except Saturday 29 and Sundays 2pm only. Tickets $7, bookings 477 0544.

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