Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
My Visit to the Dental School
Last week I accompanied the children who went off to the dental school for their appointments. I wanted to see for myself how well they are supervised and whether we can suggest any changes to improve the service.
On the whole I was pleased with the level of care the children received. The children are accompanied by a trainee therapist at all times.
During the process there were two well experienced therapists readily available for guidance and I saw them being well used.
My only concern is that I sensed most of the children were quite anxious prior to and during their sessions—this is understandable. It is a foreign environment for them; they are surrounded by strangers. And the procedure is somewhat intimate and can be painful.
I strongly urge parents to try and accompany their child to especially the first appointment.
Next Week
Next Monday the 25th March is a public holiday. The school will be closed to celebrate Otago Anniversary. Then Friday 29th March is Good Friday, so the school will be closed that day too, plus the subsequent Monday 1st April and Tuesday 2nd April for Easter.
Road Patrol
The road patrollers and their supervisors ask parents to be aware of the protocol for crossing. 1st whistle extends the safety arms into the road and the 2nd whistle is the signal for people to cross.
Please wait for the 2nd whistle as it is only sounded once patrollers are certain it is safe to cross and no vehicle is bearing down on the crossing.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
Welcome to Te Manava who has started in R11. We welcome her family to our school community.
Rainbow Class
Our transition to school class for 4 year olds will be held this Thursday from 1.15-2.45pm in R11.
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 R5 with items from R3. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Dental School Visits
Dental school visits continue this Friday. Parents will have been contacted by the Dental School if your child is scheduled to go. Please ensure that your child has a completed consent form if required otherwise he/she will not be able to go. Completed consent forms may be left at the office over the next few days.
Scholastic Book Club
Scholastic Book Club Issue 2 is a Special Issue. For every 5 books ordered, Scholastic will donate a FREE book to our school! The more books ordered, the more books our school receives. Leaflets for Issue 2 will be sent home this week.
Newsletter Advertisers
We would like to acknowledge and thank theorganisations and businesses who sponsor our newsletter. Their advertisements appear on the back page. Please support those who support us!
Reminder
Children must not ride their bikes, scooters or skateboards in the school grounds after 8.30am or before 3.15pm.
Netball: starts in Term 2 for Year 3 – 6. Sacha will running some skill sessions every Wednesdays at lunchtime, to give children a taste before games start. Please bring appropriate footwear.
School Lunches
A new group called Easy Lunch is taking over from Smart Food. Lunches are available on Mondays & Thursdays.
The lunches consist of sandwich or pizza bun, fruit, a muffin, popcorn, and a dessert. The cost is $3.50 or $4.50 for a larger lunch. Orders with money need to be into the office by 9am.
Friday PTA Sausage Sizzles
PTA lunch sausage sizzle will be held each Friday. Orders with name, room number, number of sausages required and money needs to be into the office by the start of school each Friday. The cost is $2 per sausage.
Learning Power Tip of the Week
“Use your time wisely”
Term 1 Monday 28 January - Friday 19 April
Term 2 Monday 6 May - Friday 12 July
Term 3 Monday 29 July - Friday 27 September
Term 4 Monday 14 October - Thursday 12 December
Statutory Holidays
Otago Anniversary Day: Monday 25 March
Good Friday: Friday 29 March
Easter Monday: Monday 1 April
Easter Tuesday: Tuesday 2 April
Queen's Birthday: Monday 3 June
Labour Day: Monday 28 October
Statutory Holidays not affecting the school term
Anzac Day: Wednesday 25 April
Dates to Note
March
21 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm
22 Wide Horizons Trip R5
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
11 PTA AGM 3.20pm
12 Art Gallery Trip R5
19 Last day of Term 1
PTA News
Autumn Raffle
We are having an Autumn Raffle as our T1 fundraiser. We will be asking businesses around town to donate raffle prizes. However, if anyone would like to donate a non-perishable item toward prizes, it would be greatfully received. There will be a box in the office until Wednesday 27th March for prize donations.
Friday PTA Sausage Sizzles
Remember to have your name, room number, number of sausages required and money into the office by the start of school each Friday. The cost is $2 per sausage.
Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting and AGM will be held on Thursday 11th April at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). New comers welcome to attend.
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
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.
Community Gardens Second Anniversary BBQ: Sunday 24 March from 11.30am to 1pm. Bring food to share. Sausages and bread are provided.
Situation Vacant: Montessori at the Gardens have a vacancy for a Cook. The position is available with immediate start for the right person who is well organised, enthusiastic in a team environment and loves to cook. The hours are Monday to Friday 10:30am - 1:30pm. Contact Angela on 473 7630 or email montessori.gardens@kidicorp.co.nz
Cabaret Botanica proudly presents the world premiere of Valley Tales: A live radio show with local NEV performers and entertainment. There will be drama, music, comedy, dance and local stories and entities thrown in. Part of the Dunedin Fringe Festival, a must for all Valley residents. St Martin’s Hall 22nd and 23rd March 6pm and 9pm. Tickets $15, $12 concession bookings dashtickets.co.nz ph 0800 327 484. For more details contact Clare Adams 4737226.
Neighbours Day Aotearoa: is this weekend 23-24 March. Turning streets into neighbourhoods. Plan a street party in your street with games for children (cricket or touch). The NEV Community Project will offer a prize to any street that sends in a photo to the Valley Voice of their party. Further information is on the website www.neighboursday.org.nz
NZ Book Month: March is NZ book month which aims to encourage the joy of reading and the power of literacy.. Each child will receive a voucher for $5 off any book over the value of $10 from participating book sellers.
Netball South Holiday Programme: for children aged 7-12 years. Mon 22 - Wed 24 April 9am-1pm. Cost $75. Registration forms are available at the office or contact Trish 4551702.
NEV Normal School Banking
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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
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