Newsletter 12 June 2013

12 June 2013      Term 2 Week 6                13/17

Dear Parents & Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katoa

During our first ‘new board’ meeting of the year I presented to the new trustees with some new information about pupil behaviour. One of the trustees wanted to know what constituted moderate to serious misbehaviour at our school.

I responded that as we gather more and morebehaviour data and deal with the trends this data shows up, our threshold for moderate to serious poor behaviour lowers. What was moderate two years ago is more serious now as we deal with the most serious stuff and nearly eliminate it.

More thorough data collection informs decisions we make about behaviour and we get a better view of what is really happening in the playground and in the classroom. As a result we have got pretty good systems in the playground for improving behaviour.

Our focus this year is gathering behaviour data about classroom behaviour. No doubt this process will improve children’s behaviour in class.

Mrs Staynes and I have developed a behaviour challenge game for use at home which is available free from Mrs Staynes.

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

John McKenzie

Principal

Elgregoe Performance

Elgregoe the magician returns to NEV Normal tomorrow for a whole school performance. His show teaches key values that educate children about how to treat others and has a strong emphasis on anti bullying. Using tricks, puppets, ventriloquism, music, song, stories and amazing props (including live birds), the important messages are conveyed to the children in a fun, fast-paced show. The cost of the show is $4.00 which is paid out of the school activity donation. If you have not paid your child’s donation up to the end of Term 2 at least please send $4.00 to school with your child or pay at the school 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 R8 with items from R5. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Strike Performance

Next Thursday 20 June, the whole school is going to DNI to watch a performance by a drumming group called “Strike”. We will travel by bus, leaving school at 1.40pm. The show goes for an hour so we may be a bit late back to school .The cost of the show is $5 per child, and the travel cost is $2 per child. Please pay $7.00 to the office if you have not yet paid your activity donation up to the end of T2. Thank you.

Learning Power Tip of the Week

“Children spend less than 20% of the week at school;

therefore they need to be at school on time to maximise learning”.

Sports Results

Netball

Our Y3 & 4 netball team played on Monday and had a good win 3 goals to 2. Well done!

The Y5 & 6 team played last night and had a fantastic win, 13 goals to 3!

Soccer

Our school team played GSNS last Thursday and drew 1:1.

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 1 sausage in bread with onions for $2 (extra sausage is $1) and Milo .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.

Board of Trustees News

The first meeting of the new Board of Trustees was held on Monday. Retiring board members, Steve O’Connor and George O’Brien were farewelled. Steve and George spoke of their experiences as a Trustee and passed on their advice to the new Board.

The new parent representatives are Lynn Bosworth, Sue Harvey, Jesseme Johnston-Jones, Trevor Schaffer and Matt Thompson. Karen Sintmaartensdijk is the teacher representative and John McKenzie as principal.

Gymnastics Success

Congratulations to Caitlin O'Brien who competed in the Otago Invitational Rhythmic Gym competition recently and was placed 1st overall in the level 3 section. Well done Caitlin!

Dates to Note

June

13    Elgregoe Show 1.40pm

13    PTA Meeting 3.20pm

20    Strike Performance - whole school 1.30-3pm

20    Rainbow Class 1.15pm

24-26 Life Education

26    Vision and Hearing Testing

26    Extra Spelling Quiz

July

2     R10 & R11 trip to Toitu Early Settlers Museum

3     R8 trip to Toitu Early Settlers Museum

4     Rainbow Class 1.15pm

8     BOT Meeting 6pm

10   School Photos

12   End of Term 2

29   Start of T3

PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser

Winter is now upon us and Marlow Pies make a great easy lunch or tea option for the cold days that lie ahead. The PTA is using these yummy pies as our Term 2 fundraiser. Order forms were sent home on Monday. Spare order forms are available from the office. All order forms and money need to be into the office by Thursday 27 June. Delivery date is Thursday 11 July – filled orders need to be collected from the office from 3pm.

Anchor Milk Fundraiser at the Gardens New World

Every time you buy Anchor milk at the Gardens New World, you will be given a red token to put into the NEVN School box at the entrance to the shop. After three months the tokens will be counted up and we will receive a proportion of the funds available. THE MORE TOKENS WE GET – THE MORE MONEY WE RAISE!!

Next PTA Meeting

The next PTA meeting will be held this Thursday 13th June 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.

Hagar Ozri The Organic Cook will teach you how to stir children toward healthy eating: school lunch ideas, dinner, breakfast and some healthy treats. Come to an evening at the Community Rooms next to the school on Monday the 17th June at 6pm - 7pm. kids are welcome. Cost is $20. To register please contact Hagar Ph 472 7014 email: hagar@hagarozri.co.nz mobile (txt is ok) 022-1723620.

Life Education Trust Otago: Harold's Zumba Party Fundraiser: The Dunedin Zumba instructors have joined together to take a special Zumba session for families, to be held on Saturday 29 June at 2.00pm at the Kaikorai Valley College school hall. Admission is by donation of $5 per person or $15 per family. The session will run for 90 minutes and there will be raffle prizes to be drawn throughout the session. Harold our mascot will be leading the group.

Car Boot Sale: from 9am to 1pm on Saturday 15 June at the Sally Army Hall, 45 North Road. $20 car park, $10 table. Proceeds will go towards the Salvation Army youth programme. To book a spot or for more info ring Mike Shore 0272565873.

Dunedin MidWinter Carnival: Saturday 22 June. Join a lantern making workshop and join the carnival parade. Workshops will be held the first 3 weekends of June. To book into a workshop visit www.midwintercarnival.co.nz or email info@midwintercarnival.co.nz

Kids Jam: acoustic concert - bring your instruments on Sunday 16 June in the Dunedin Central Library from 11am –12.30pm . Gold coin entry. Contact Michael Morris Artistic Director M: 0274260609.

Otago Rugby League “Backyard Rugby League” every Sunday in June at the Oval from 11am. Ages 8-10 and 10-12, girls and boys. Contact Jess 4746362 0273064386.

NEV Normal School Banking

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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday

Application forms are available at the school office