Newsletter 8 July 2013

8 July 2013    Term 2 Week 10         13/21

Dear Parents & Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katoa

Behaviour Management Support

Mrs Staynes organised a behaviour management workshop last term for parents. The turn out was dismal! Never mind, homes are busy places and it is hard to find time for all the demands on families.

We have designed some support material for parents around behaviour. These include a star chart with stickers which help focus children on positive behaviour at home. These are Free! Come and get yours from the office.

National Standards Report

The teachers are currently completing the mid-year National Standards reports. These will be available to view at parent/teacher interviews in Week 2 of next term. We have listened to the suggestions made when we surveyed parents earlier in the year and this time around children will not attend the parent/teacher interviews. Let’s see how this works.

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

John McKenzie

Principal

School Photos

This Wednesday McRobie Studio is coming to school to take class and individual photos. There is also an opportunity for sibling and family photographs to be taken. A form is attached to be completed if you wish to have sibling and/or family photos, which needs to be returned to school tomorrow. Please let the office know if you do not want your child to be photographed as an individual.

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.

Toy/Book Fundraiser (last day of T2)

This Friday 12th July, there will be no assembly. A toy sale is planned instead with proceeds being donated to Child Cancer.

Children bring unwanted toys and books in good condition to school on Thursday which will be sold on Friday during assembly time. Children bring some money to school on Friday to make their purchases.

Lost Property

Our lost property basket is full to overflowing. Weather permitting, items will be displayed outside R3 on Friday afternoon. Please check to see if you can identify anything belonging to your child.

End of Term

School closes on Friday at 3pm for the school holidays and will reopen at 8.30am on Monday 29 July. Best wishes to school families for a restful and safe holiday period.

Security Over the Holidays

Please contact First Security 0800 347 787 if there is a security issue at school over the holidays. Save this number on your mobile phone. The number is also on the 2013 fridge magnet.

Xavier Award

Congratulations to Matthew Bruce who was the recipient of the Xavier Award presented at last Friday’s assembly. This award is presented twice a year by the PTA and is made to a child who has best displayed the school’s values.

Learning Power Tip for the Holidays

During the holidays think of fun/cheap activities such as a picnic inside, board games, memory games, number plate games, family jigsaw, visits to the library, art gallery, Toitu, railway station.

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 pizza bun with cheese, spaghetti and bacon for $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.

Sports Results

Netball

Our Y3 & Y4 netball team played last Monday and won 4 goals to 1 and our Y5 & 6 netball team played last Tuesday and lost 6 goals to 7 in a very close game.

Please ensure that the $40 netball fee for your child is paid as soon as possible.

Soccer

Our school soccer team had a good win against GSNS at the Gardens ground last Thursday.

Dates to Note

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

Labour Day: Monday 28 October

Dates to Note

July

8   BOT Meeting 6pm

9   PTA Meeting 3.20pm

10  School Photos
12  End of Term 2 - Toy Sale/no assembly

29 Start of T3

PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser

Pie orders will be delivered this Thursday 11th July. Please collect these from the staff room at 3pm.

Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle

The PTA will be holding our annual sausage sizzle on the day of the Jaffa race – Friday 26th July. We will also be selling fizzy drinks and car parking will be available on the school grounds for a small fee of $2. It would be great to see as many families there as possible enjoying the day. We would like to thank Hellers Sausages for donating 500 sausages for our big day! Please note the car park in front of the community rooms will be closed on this day.

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 that you can 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 Tuesday 9th July 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.

Netball South 3 day Holiday Programme: Monday 15 July - Wednesday 17 July 9am - 1pm. Open to Y4 to Y8 boys and girls (7-12 year olds). $75 per participant. The programmes include fun sessions learning basic netball skills such as footwork, game play, ball skills, defence and shooting. As well as team building activities, games and a tournament to finish! Contact Trish at Netball South for further details 455 1702.

FREE Homemade Cleaners Workshop: Avoid unnecessary packaging and harmful chemicals in your home by making your own eco-friendly and cost-effective cleaners! Share tips and recipes for cleaning your home with your own homemade cleaners! WHEN: Friday 2nd August 1-2pm. WHERE: NEV Community Room. FACILITATOR: Maureen Howard, Sustainable Living. COST: Free. Maureen will share tips and recipes for making your own homemade cleaners. Please bring your recipes to share, and a couple of glass jars with tight fitting lids to take away you samples. Places on this workshop are restricted to 14 and by RSVP only. To book your place please contact Maureen on 473 9967 or mhoward@slingshot.co.nz This workshop is brought to you by the Dunedin City Council and Transition Valley 473.

Transition Valley 473 meeting Sunday 4th August, 10am-11am at the NEV Community Room. Getting around Dunedin by bike. Guest speaker: Charlotte Flaherty from the DCC will update us on initiatives to make it safer and easier for people to cycle in Dunedin, including NEV. All welcome.

Free Cycle Skills Programme: Free Cycle skills training for 8-12 year olds. WHEN: Grade 1 – Tuesday 16th July 10am-1pm, Grade 2 – Wednesday/Thursday/Friday 10am-12pm. WHO: For all children aged 8-12 years. WHERE: Edgar Centre. COSTS: only cost is the $2.50 entry to the Edgar centre, the training is FREE! Important to Note: Helmets, hi-vis vests and bikes can be provided if needed. See the flier at the office for more information and

registration details.

Winter GymFest Dunedin Gymnastic Academy: will be running gymnastics & trampoline session as part of our July School Holiday Programme. Date: Monday 15th-Friday 19th July Time: 1-3pm. Age: 5-11yrs. For more information please visit www.dunedingymnastics.co.nz or ph 5521108.

Birthday Parties for kids! We do all the work, the kids have all the fun...Saturday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 477 9006 / www.metrodindoorsports.co.nz

Details on the holiday programme for the Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Glenfalloch Dog Show and Gnaughty Gnome hunt are on the noticeboard at the office.

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Newsletter 2 July 2013

2 July 2013                      Term 2 Week 9                                 13/20

Dear Parents and Caregivers

Kia ora koutou katoa

As the term comes to a hasty end I would like to remind parents of some of our school policies and expectations.

1. Homework

Homework is not compulsory. Our school policy is very clear about this. Research shows that homework may not assist a child’s learning. It is our hope as teachers that homework gives parents an idea of what children are learning at school. It should not be something that adds stress to family life. If it does, then flag it and explain this to the classroom teacher.

2. Attendance

If a child is going to be absent for more than a couple of days for a holiday or for some other reason, we require formal notification for our records. Most people write a note explaining the planned absence in advance.

3. Lateness

Perennial lateness is not conducive to good learning. School starts at 8.55am. The teacher takes the roll at that point. Then she/he will usually outline the order of the day ahead and revisit lessons or issues from the previous day. Often there will be current events and other news exchanged at this point. Children who come late miss this important scene-setting slot.

4. Early Arrivals

The classroom teachers are in their rooms from 8.30am. Parents who for some reason or another need to drop their child off earlier than this must let the classroom teacher know so the teacher can keep an eye on the child.

5. Afternoon Departure

Children are in the care of teachers (in loco parentis) until the child has either been handed over to the parent (or his or her agent) or when the child reaches home. We need to know if you are going to be late collecting your child; again this is for safety reasons. Just phone the office and alert us to your situation.

Finally

Most of the above points are based around safety or courtesy. We are always happy to discuss with parents any causes for lateness or non-attendance. We can usually help if help is required. We are happy to watch children when a parent has been held up or if you need your child to come to school before 8.30am. Just let us know, that’s all!

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

John McKenzie

Principal

Welcome

Welcome to James who has started in R11.

Rainbow Class

This Thursday is the final transition to school class for T2. It will be held in R11 from 1.15-2.45pm.

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

This Friday afternoon Sinclair McLaren (Caitlin’s uncle) will be performing a music demonstration for the children. Sinclair will be taking the senior school from 1.15-2pm; then the junior school from 2-2.45pm. Following this there will be a very short assembly from 2.45-3pm.

Toy/Book Fundraiser (last day of T2)

Next Friday 12th July, there will be no assembly. A toy sale is planned instead with proceeds being donated to Child Cancer.

Children bring unwanted toys and books in good condition to school on Thursday which will be sold on Friday during assembly time. Children bring some money to school on Friday to make their purchases.

Found

An ethnic/African style necklace found in Longworth Street has been handed into the office.

Lost/Stolen

The red trolley/cart used by the children at lunchtime has disappeared from the sports shed. If anyone has seen it or knows of its whereabouts please let the office know.

Activity Donation

Please ensure that your child’s activity donation is paid up until the end of T2 at least.

Advance Notice

Next term during Week 2, parent/teacher interviews will be held. These will be 2 way interviews without children attending. An appointment notice will be sent home.

Lost Property

Again as the end of term approaches, our lost property bin is full to overflowing! The bin is located by the stairwell between R2 and R3 in the senior block. If your child is missing items of clothing please check the bin before the end of term.

Learning Power Tip of the Week

“Talk to your children about their learning”.

Sports Results

Netball

Our Y3 & Y4 netball team played last Monday and won 3 goals to 0 and our Y5 & 6 netball team played last Tuesday and 5 goals to 1.

Please ensure that the $40 netball fee for your child is paid as soon as possible.

Soccer

Weather permitting our school soccer team will be playing GSNS at the Gardens ground on Thursday.

Gymnastics Success

Congratulations to Caitlin O’Brien R5 who came 1st overall and won the Otago trophy in the level 3 section at the Otago Rhythmic Championships last weekend.

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.

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

Labour Day: Monday 28 October

Dates to Note

July

2   R10 & R11 trip to Toitu Early Settlers Museum

3   R8 trip to Toitu Early Settlers Museum

4   Rainbow Class 1.15pm

5   Music Demonstration 1.15-2.45pm

8   BOT Meeting 6pm

9   PTA Meeting 3.20pm

10  School Photos

12  End of Term 2 - Toy Sale/no assembly

29 Start of T3

PTA News
Marlow Pie Fundraiser

Thank you to everyone who ordered pies. Delivery date is next Thursday 11 July – filled orders need to be

collected from the staff room from 3pm.

Jaffa Race Sausage Sizzle

The PTA will be holding our annual Sausage sizzle on the day of the Jaffa race – Friday 26th July. We will also be selling fizzy drinks and car parking will be available in the school grounds for a small fee of $2. It would be great to see as many families there as possible enjoying the day. We would like to thank Hellers Sausages for donating 500 sausages for our big day!

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 go 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 on Tuesday 9th July at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). New comers welcome to attend.

NEV Normal School Banking

is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South

NZCU SOUTH

26 Filleul Street

Dunedin 9059

Ph 03 4771473

www.nzcusouth.co.nz

email enquiries@nzcusouth.co.nz

Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday

Application forms are available at the school office