Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Bullying
I wrote recently in the newsletter about our school response to negative behaviour. Parents are most concerned about bullying. So today I would like to define what bullying is in a school context and what we do about it.
Bullying in school is when a child or a group of children target another child or group on a regular basis. At primary school bullies mainly use put-downs and threats as opposed to force. This is because it is harder to get away with hitting than it is to get away with subtler forms of bullying.
Bullies are not created in a vacuum - they are created in environments where bullying already exists. Children who are bullied and treated badly at home become bullies at school. Most children who bully usually pick on someone smaller or weaker than them.
We have a number of ways to deal with bullies - first and foremost we show our disapproval to the bully using a whole range of consequences from a ‘telling off’ to the more serious time-out. If the behaviour persists we may stand a child down from school. We also look at the causes and we try to address these.
Secondly we are explicit in teaching children how to stand up for themselves and for each other. Bullies often rely on the bullied to submit. They do not expect strong defence nor do they like it when others rally around the child being bullied.
We need to know if a child is being targeted by a bully. In a school our size it is pretty easy to see who is a bully and who is under threat. We do rely on children and families to let us know if there is bullying going on that we have missed. Be assured we take any bullying concern very seriously and welcome parent’s concerns.
Parents can help further by encouraging their children to stand up for themselves and their mates when they see bullying.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Rainbow Class
This Thursday 20 June our transition to school class is being held from 1.15-2.45pm in R11. This class is taken by Mrs Cleland, the new entrant teacher. If you have a 4 year old who would like to join this fun group, please contact Mrs Cleland or the office.
Strike Performance
On 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.
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.
Learning Power Tip of the Week
“Happy children learn better”.
School Lunches
Snow/Wintry Conditions
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 pizza buns with spaghetti, cheese and bacon for $2 (extra pizza bun is $2) 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.
Snow/Wintry Conditions
On especially wintery mornings please remember to check radio stations/cancellation line for any school closure or delayed start notices. Alternatively ring school as a message will be left on the answer phone if there is a delayed start.
If you do choose to keep your child at home please ring and leave a message on the school answer phone. Local radio stations most commonly used for cancellations are Newstalk ZB 1044AM, 4XO 1206AM, Radio Dunedin 1305AM, Classic Hits 89FM. The cancellation line number is 474 8426.
Please take a note of these details.
Sports Results
Netball
Our Y3 & 4 netball team played yesterday and lost 1 goal to 2.
Please ensure that the $40 netball fee for your child is paid as soon as possible.
Soccer
Unfortunately the game against Pine Hill was cancelled today due to ground conditions.
Dates to Note
June
20 Strike Performance - whole school 1.30-3pm
20 Rainbow Class 1.15pm
24-26 Life Education
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
9 PTA Meeting 3.20pm
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. Spare order forms are available at 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!!
New balls for the junior school
The PTA has given money for the purchase of a set of new soft balls for the junior school as well as a set of small bean bags (for hand skills). Money has also been given for Room 10 to buy a new CD player.
Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday 9th July at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). New comers welcome to attend.
Community News
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Catering for all occasions: contact Leanne, Cordon Bleu catering 477 3330.
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.
Dunedin Midwinter Carnival: Saturday 22 June. 5.30pm in the Octagon. Entry is by donation. Carnival procession 6pm, entertainment, lanterns, fireworks, food stalls, music. Entry by donation. Postponement date is 23 June. Email info@midwintercarnival.co.nz or www.midwintercarnival.co.nz
Free Bicycle Repairs at the Matariki celebration at DNI School Saturday 22nd June. If you need some help with basic bike repairs, (or want to learn how to do these yourself), bring your bike to the Technology Room at DNI School, between 3-5pm before the hangi. Peter McDonald from Transition Valley 473 will be there with tools and spare parts to help you get cycling!
Midwinter Arts Bazaar: An Arts and Crafts market will be held on Saturday 29th of June, 11am till 4pm at St Martins Hall, Northumberland Street, North East Valley. With locally made arts and crafts, bespoke gifts and everything wonderful the bazaar will reflect the essence of Dunedin’s creativity. Tea, coffee and afternoon treats also available. Bring cash please. No eftpos. If you are interested in having a stall to sell your work, please email northernartery@gmail.com
Please note that on Friday 12 July assembly has been cancelled as we plan to hold a toy sale at this time to support child cancer. Children will be invited to bring unwanted good quality toys for sale.
NEV Normal School Banking
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Dunedin 9059
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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
Application forms are available at the school office
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