18 February 2013 Term 1 Week 4 13/4
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Goal Setting Sessions this Week
I would like to remind parents that goal setting sessions are being held this week.
Whilst these sessions are only 10 minutes long, they serve an important purpose - the child and parents and teacher agree on what the goals for the first half of the year should be. These goals are then revisited and revised mid year in another round of meetings.
To prepare for these meetings, write down at least one learning goal (e.g. faster times tables; better spelling; tidier handwriting) and one behavioural goal (e.g. taking turns; coping with failure) and take these to the meeting. The teacher will also have some proposed goals and the idea is that a consensus is reached during the session.
If you have not made a time to meet the teacher please do so as soon as possible.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
Welcome to Jade who has started in R11.
Parent/Teacher/Child Goal Setting
Goal setting interviews start today. If you have not received an appointment time please contact the office. Whaea Marama will be available to speak with the parents of children in the bilingual class after school this Wednesday 20 February.
Scholastic Book Club
Orders for Issue 1 with money need to be in to the office by Wednesday 20 February. If paying by cheque please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Rainbow Class
The first transition to school class for 4 year olds will be held this Thursday 21 February in R11 from 1.15-2.45pm. This class is taken by Mrs Will, the new entrant teacher. If you have a 4 year old who would like to join this group please contact the office.
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 school hall this Friday commencing at 2.20pm. Assembly will be led by R2 with items from R10. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
School Sun Hats
Sun hats are now available at the office for $13.00.
Road Patrol
Thank you to those wonderful parents/caregivers who have volunteered to supervise road patrol. There are still vacancies on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. If you can help at any of these times please contact Mrs Staynes or the school office.
After School Care
Kidz Inc OSCAR after school care is held in the school hall. Please contact Andrew Bowen for details, ph 021982216.
School Lunches
We have been advised that Smart Foods is no longer offering school lunches.
Unfortunately Sushi for Schools have also advised that sushi will not be available this term.
Flippaball Fees
There are still a number of children who have not paid their $25 flippaball fee. Flippaball is not part of the school activity donation and needs to be paid as soon as possible as flippaball has started.
Towel
If you loaned a towel to the woman who was knocked off her bike last week, it is available at the office for collection.
Walk n Wheel to School Week
Dates to Note
February
18 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
19 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
20 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
20 Book Club Issue 1 closes
21 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
22 Assembly 2.20pm
26 Senior Classes Golf
28 Vision and Hearing Testing 9.15am-12.30pm
March
1 Assembly 2.20pm
4 Walk n Wheel Week
4 BOT Meeting 6pm
4 Walk and Wheel Day
7 Rainbow class 1.15-2.45pm
8 Assembly 2.20pm
12 Aquarium Trip - Junior School
15 Assembly 2.20pm
21 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
22 Assembly 2.20pm
25 Otago Anniversary Day – School Closed
29 Good Friday - School Closed
April
2 Easter Tuesday - school closed
4 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
5 School Cross Country
5 Assembly 2.20pm
9 Art Gallery Trips R2 and R3
12 Art Gallery Trip R5
Monday 4 March to Friday 8 March
Walk n Wheel Week is a Sport Otago and DCC initiative designed to promote and encourage active transport to school. Children are encouraged to cycle, skate or scooter to school. A Walk n Wheel Day will be held on Wednesday 6 March. Please help and encourage you child/ren to walk/bike/scooter to school. Children who walk or wheel everyday can enter in the draw to win a Stirling Sports voucher.
Dates to Note
February
18 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
19 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
20 Goal Setting Interviews 3.10-5.30pm
20 Book Club Issue 1 closes
21 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
22 Assembly 2.20pm
26 Senior Classes Golf
28 Vision and Hearing Testing 9.15am-12.30pm
March
1 Assembly 2.20pm
4 Walk n Wheel Week
4 BOT Meeting 6pm
4 Walk and Wheel Day
7 Rainbow class 1.15-2.45pm
8 Assembly 2.20pm
12 Aquarium Trip - Junior School
15 Assembly 2.20pm
21 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
22 Assembly 2.20pm
25 Otago Anniversary Day – School Closed
29 Good Friday - School Closed
April
2 Easter Tuesday - school closed
4 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
5 School Cross Country
5 Assembly 2.20pm
9 Art Gallery Trips R2 and R3
12 Art Gallery Trip R5
Community News
HAN MA UM DUNEDIN OLYMPIC TAEKWONDO: A fun way for the whole family to make new friends, get fit and learn new skills in a safe and friendly environment. Experienced instructors. Classes are held in the North East Valley Normal School hall from 6-8pm. Ph: 0274125770 or Email: dunedinolympictkd@hotmail.co.nz
Opoho Scout Group is holding a meeting for those Interested in forming a Kea Club at the Scout Hall in Opoho Road at 4.00 pm on Tuesday 26th February 2013. Keas is for children in school years 1- 3. A Kea leader will be present to lead children through some Kea activities whilst the parents meet. Enquiries can be made to Kevin McRae on 03 477 6644 (bus).
"Stuff Everyone Should Know About ASD": Autism Spectrum Disorder Seminar. Pediatrician Dr Paul Taylor who specialises in Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) will be coming to speak at our school on Wednesday 27th February 3-4.30pm. His PowerPoint presentation is aimed at parents, teachers and anyone who is interested in learning more about ASD. We are lucky to have him come in his last few weeks in Dunedin before he returns to Nelson. He will have copies of his book available for purchase.
Netball: starts in Term 2 for Year 3 – 6. Sacha will be running some skill sessions every Wednesdays at lunchtime, to give children a taste before games start. Please bring appropriate footwear.
Bike Wise Family Fun Day: Sunday 24 February from 11am to 2pm at Forrester Park. Cycle skills challenges, mountain bike skills course, BMX racing demonstrations. Special guest Olympic silver medalist Sarah Walker. Spot prizes.
30th Dunedin Girls’ Brigade Company - Pine Hill: are starting again on Wednesday 20 February at 6pm in the St Marks Presbyterian Church hall.
Weight Loss: Don't lose weight and put it 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
Catering for all occasions: contact Leanne, Cordon Bleu Catering 477 3330.
Learn to Programme courses: The Computer Science Department, University of Otago, is offering Learn to Programme courses for senior primary and junior high school students. These use NXT Lego robots, are non-competitive and fun. Students will be well supported by enthusiastic tutors. For further information, or to sign up, visit the web page at http://www.cs.otago.ac.nz/student/robots.php
The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra: performs with James Hill, ukulele soloist, Saturday 9 March at the Regent Theatre. Tickets www.ukulele.co.nz
NEV Normal School Banking
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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
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