Newsletter 5 March 2013

5 March 2013 Term 1 Week 6 13/6

Dear Parents & Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katoa

3 Way Conferences

Thanks to all the parents who made the effort to attend the 3 way goal setting conferences. It is great that we are all on the same page in regards goal setting. Turnout was 92% of school families - that is pretty fantastic!

Recent Survey

The results of the short survey which was given out at the conferences showed people have very positive views about our reporting system and the quality of communication between home and school. Some

suggestions included:

• holding interviews every now and then without the children involved;
• allowing time at the end of the year for parents to discuss the end of year reports.

The Trustees have asked me to look at ways we can have a meet-the-teacher social gathering early on in the year. We used to do this in the past but turnout was poor so it was canned.

   

Next year we might start with a meet the teacher in week 2 or 3, then goal setting week 5. Goal setting could change to be ten minutes 3 way, then five minutes just the teacher and the parents.

  

18th March - Teachers Paid Union Meeting

The teachers union, the NZEI, has called a paid union meeting for 2pm 18th March. The Board have decided to close the school from 1.30pm that day to ensure all the teachers are able to attend to discuss their collective agreement. The pay talks between the teachers and the government have stalled and the teachers are meeting to decide what to do next. Children can be collected from 12.30pm on the day. Anyone unable to collect their child should let the school know and I will supervise those children from 1.30-3pm.

  

National Standards

The 2012 National Standards data gathering is completed and we will publish results over the next few newsletters. Full data and the 2012 Annual Report are held at the school office and are available for parents to view.

Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.

John McKenzie

Principal

Please note the 5 minute parks in Longworth Street are for 5 minutes only!

Walk n Wheel to School Week
This Week!
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.

Rainbow Class

Rainbow class for 4 year olds will be held this Thursday from 1.15-2.45pm in R11. This is our transition to school class which is taken by Mrs Will. All 4 year olds are welcome to join.

  

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 R10 with items from R5. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

  

Dental School Visits

Dental school visits commence 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 otherwise they will not be able to go. Completed consent forms may be left at the office over the next few days.

  

Missing Scooter

A silver rollerball scooter was taken from school yesterday while the owner was on road patrol. If found please return to R5 or the office.

Learning Power Tip of the Week

“Practise Makes Perfect ”

Flippaball Results

On Sunday the Stingrays lost 0 goals to 5 (Ben was a great goalie), the Tunas won 5 goals to 2 (André was player of the day) and the Dolphins lost 1 goals to 6. (Jacksen was player of the day).

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.
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 will be $2 per

sausage.

Dates to Note
March
6   Walk and Wheel Day
7    Rainbow class 1.15-2.45pm
8    Assembly 2.20pm
12  Aquarium Trip - Junior School
14  PTA meeting 3.20pm
15  Assembly 2.20pm
18  School closes at 1.30 for NZEI meeting
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
19 Last day of Term 1

PTA News
Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Thursday 14th March at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the
Library). Anyone is welcome to attend.

Community News
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Catering for all occasions: contact Leanne, Cordon Bleu Catering 477 3330.

The Wellington International Ukulele Orchestra: performs with James Hill, ukulele soloist, Saturday 9 March at the Regent Theatre. Tickets www.ukulele.co.nz

Northern Football (soccer): Registration day is at Chingford Park on Saturday 9th March, between 11 and 1pm, or register online http://www.footballsouth.co.nz/ and look for Northern Juniors under club directory. Club fun day will be on Sunday 17th March from 1pm, where there will be games and activities plus food and drink for sale. Talk to Sacha if you have any queries.

Barnardos Parenting Programmes: Conscious Parenting a 6 week programme starts 13 March on Wednesdays from 10am-12noon.; and Parenting Through Separation starts 7 March for 2 two hour sessions over two weeks. Contact 466 3075 or otago.amu@barnardos.org.nz

Ever wanted to learn to play the violin? Suzuki children learn to play the instrument before reading music. For more information please contact Hannah Cone 476 2481 or 021 02403190 or hannah@planetnz.com. Check out our website www.twinklingstrings.com

Alhambra Junior Rugby Club Registration Dates: At Clubrooms North Ground Gt King St. Ages 4yrs up. Sun March 10 10am till 12; Wed March 13 4pm till 6pm; Sun March 17 10am till 12 Wed; March 20 4pm till 6pm. Contact Jennenne 4738986 or Claire 4731548.

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