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.

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