Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Welcome to Term 2
The new term is well underway. Swimming lessons have begun and will continue until next Thursday.
The school boiler is cranked up and the classrooms are warm and cosy. We have an abundance of bird life around the school and so enjoy constant bird song. Thanks to Mrs Hesson, R3 are adding to the sweet sounds of nature with their valiant attempts at mastering that melodic instrument, the recorder!
Mrs Will is off on a sabbatical for the term and we welcome back Mrs Robyn Cleland. Mrs Cleland will take the new entrant class for the term and we will operate two new entrant classes when Mrs Will returns.
Mrs Kewene-Edwards had a major operation in the holidays and will return to work next week. Mrs Kieser is teaching in R5 in her absence.
The Board of Trustees have decided to increase all teacher-aide and cleaners’ wages to what has been termed the ‘living wage’. This is $18.40 per hour. The Trustees really value the work that our teacher aides and cleaners do and want to acknowledge this by paying them accordingly. For more information on the living wage idea visit livingwagenz.org.nz
Board elections are nearly upon us. Please consider stepping up to do your bit for the school and the community.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
Welcome to Ryan and Kayne who have started in R11 and to Naima who has started in R3. We welcome their families to our school community.
School Swimming T2
Our 8 day school swimming block taught by the JC Swim School began yesterday and will continue until Thursday 16 May. Children need to bring togs, towels and goggles to school each day. Thank you to those parents/caregivers who are assisting with changing the children.
School Activity Donation
Many thanks to those families who have already paid the activity donation. If you are paying termly please ensure your child’s donation is paid as soon as possible as the money is used towards the cost of swimming. If you wish to pay by bank transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0055515 00.
Scholastic Book Club
Leaflets for Issue 3 will be sent home this week. Orders with money need to be in to the office by Friday 24 May. If paying by cheque, please make payable to Scholastic NZ.
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 school hall this Friday commencing at 2.20pm. Assembly will be led by R3 with items from R2. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Bike Safety
Over Week 2 and 3 John Somerfield, our Police Education Officer, will be taking children in the senior school for bike safety. This will cover bike and helmet checks, road safety, theory and practical knowledge.
Child’s Bike
A child’s bike with trainer wheels and a helmet were left in the school grounds over the holidays. Mr Harvey kindly locked them away. If you know the owner please enquire a the office.
SunSmart Schools
Even though the sunny days continue, it’s now the time of year to put the sun hats and sunscreen away. Thanks for being SunSmart last term, it has been a summer to remember!
During Terms 2 and 3 the ultraviolet radiation levels are much lower, reducing the risk of skin or eye damage. In fact it is important to get some winter sun onto your skin. Sunlight on the skin produces vitamin D, which is necessary for strong bones and general good health. So get outside and enjoy the winter sun.
Taking a trip to the snow? At altitude, ultraviolet radiation levels are higher. Remember hats, SPF 30+ sunscreen and sunglasses when on the slopes.
Learning Power Tip of the Week
“Parents read to your children often;
they enjoy stories and so will you.”
Netball
Netball commences this term. Many thanks to Mrs Hesson and Sacha Turnbull for organising and coaching the teams. Please ensure your child’s netball fees are paid as soon as possible.
We seem to be missing some netball skirts. If you have one at home please return to school as soon as possible.
Flippaball Results
School Lunches
Easy 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 Hot Lunches
PTA hot lunch this Friday is 2 cheese rolls for $2.50 and Milo $0.50c. Orders with name, room number and money need to be into the office by the start of school each Friday. Please bring a cup for Milo.
2013 Term Dates
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
Queen's Birthday: Monday 3 June
Labour Day: Monday 28 October
Dates to Note
May
16 Swimming Block Ends
16 Nominations for BOT Elections close
16 PTA Meeting 3.20pm
23 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
27 Maths Workshop 9.30-11.30am
30 BOT Election voting closes noon.
June
6 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
10 BOT Meeting 6pm
13 Elgregoe Show 1.40pm
13 PTA Meeting 3.20pm
20 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
21-26 Life Education
July
4 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
8 BOT Meeting 6pm
10 School Photos
PTA News
Autumn Raffle
Thank you to everyone who bought and sold tickets. We managed to raise $1,500 – a GREAT effort! Thank you to everyone who helped sell tickets outside the Gardens New World. A special thanks goes to Annashae who sold over 120 tickets by herself (she was presented with an i-tunes card at the last assembly). The winners of prizes were: 1st prize- Lois O’Conner; 2nd prize – M. More; 3rd prize – Norma Pine; 4th prize – Karen Anderson; 5th prize – Maria Carter and the Bonus prize – Marie Bridgman.
PTA AGM
The PTA AGM was held last term. PTA members for 2013 are: President–Abby Crowl; Treasurer–Lynn Bosworth; Secretary–Paula Watts; Committee members–Claire Spittles and Janice Broomhall.
Friday PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches will start again this term each Friday. You will need to have your name and classroom number and money into the office at the start of each Friday.
Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Thursday 16th May at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). Newcomers 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.
Congratulations to the Tuna team who gained 3rd place in their competition at the end of last term.
Mrs Hesson would like to thank the Flippaballers and parents for the generous gift presented to her at assembly. It was very much appreciated. Mrs Hesson would also like to thank parents who assisted with the games and for getting children to practices and to Moana Pool.
School Lunches
Easy 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 Hot Lunches
PTA hot lunch this Friday is 2 cheese rolls for $2.50 and Milo $0.50c. Orders with name, room number and money need to be into the office by the start of school each Friday. Please bring a cup for Milo.
2013 Term Dates
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
Queen's Birthday: Monday 3 June
Labour Day: Monday 28 October
Dates to Note
May
16 Swimming Block Ends
16 Nominations for BOT Elections close
16 PTA Meeting 3.20pm
23 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
27 Maths Workshop 9.30-11.30am
30 BOT Election voting closes noon.
June
6 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
10 BOT Meeting 6pm
13 Elgregoe Show 1.40pm
13 PTA Meeting 3.20pm
20 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
21-26 Life Education
July
4 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
8 BOT Meeting 6pm
10 School Photos
PTA News
Autumn Raffle
Thank you to everyone who bought and sold tickets. We managed to raise $1,500 – a GREAT effort! Thank you to everyone who helped sell tickets outside the Gardens New World. A special thanks goes to Annashae who sold over 120 tickets by herself (she was presented with an i-tunes card at the last assembly). The winners of prizes were: 1st prize- Lois O’Conner; 2nd prize – M. More; 3rd prize – Norma Pine; 4th prize – Karen Anderson; 5th prize – Maria Carter and the Bonus prize – Marie Bridgman.
PTA AGM
The PTA AGM was held last term. PTA members for 2013 are: President–Abby Crowl; Treasurer–Lynn Bosworth; Secretary–Paula Watts; Committee members–Claire Spittles and Janice Broomhall.
Friday PTA Hot Lunches
Hot lunches will start again this term each Friday. You will need to have your name and classroom number and money into the office at the start of each Friday.
Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Thursday 16th May at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). Newcomers 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.
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