Dear Parents & Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa
Keeping Safe in the Valley and at School
From time to time our community constable informs us of suspicious activity in the Valley. We had one such report last week - a member of the public noticed an odd looking male taking photos of children in their street. The community constable used this report to urge schools to: -
- remind children about safety in and around school and in the community generally;
- remind parents to talk to their children about keeping themselves and their friends safe when they are playing on the street or heading to and from school.
suspicious on 473 0737, or Dunedin Central on 471 4800 or dial 111 if you fear for someone's safety.
I will ask teachers to revisit the issues of personal safety with their classes and also be particularly
vigilant while on duty during breaks.
Kia Kaha tatou Katoa ki te tautoko o tatou tamariki, mokopuna hoki.
John McKenzie
Principal
Welcome
Welcome to Tui who has started in R11. We welcome his family to our school community.
Rainbow Class
This Thursday 22 August, our transition to school class will be held in R11 from 1.15-2.45pm. 4 year olds and their parents/caregivers are welcome to attend.
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 by R3. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.
School Disco
A consent notice went home yesterday for Y3-Y6 children to attend a school disco this Friday. The notice and $3 payment need to be into the office by tomorrow.
School Photos
Orders with payment for school photos need to be into the office by Friday 23 August.
Stars on Stage Performance
The senior school will be performing “Lost In Space” at the Regent Theatre on Tuesday 3 September. Tickets for the show are now on sale: $17/adult $7/child. Options to purchase tickets are as follows:-
Counter bookings at the Regent Theatre plus $2.50/ ticket.
Phone bookings 4778597 plus $3.50/ticket.
Online at http://www.ticketdirect.co.nz/ plus $1.50/ticket.$7 delivery fee/$5 pickup fee.
If paying by credit card there is a 2.5% cost on the total transaction (credit card fee).
Junior School Performance
The junior school is also holding their own musical production “That’s What Friends Are For” which will be held on Wednesday 18 September. There will be 2 shows, at 2pm and at 6.30pm.
Celebrating Success
If you have a story celebrating your child’s success in out of school activities, please submit to the office for publicity in the newsletter (preferably with a photo).
Toys and Sweets at School
We would like to remind parents and caregivers that children should not bring toys or sweets to school.
Dates to Note
August
22 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm R11
23 Senior School Disco 6.30pm
27 North Zone Cross Country
28 OMAthalon Maths 1.30pm Edgar Centre
September
3 Stars on Stage Performance - Regent Theatre
5 Rainbow Class 1.15-2.45pm R11
5 Museum visit R10 and R13
6 Museum Visit R8 and R11
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 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 team had a good win 4 goals to 0 against Tainui Blue yesterday.
The Y5 & Y6 team won their game against Concord last week 11 goals to 9. We wish them good luck for their game today as they play off for 1st and 2nd place.
PTA News
Senior School Disco
A few of the girls from Room 2 are arranging a disco for the children in the senior school. It will be held on Friday 23rd August at 6.30pm in the school hall. Tickets will cost $3 (which pays for a small bottle of fizz and snack bag of chips to be given out on the night). Glow sticks will also be on sale. A consent form will be sent home soon and completed forms with money need to be back into the office by Wednesday 21st August. All money raised from this will go to the PTA.
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 be placed 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 10th September 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.
Jonathan Rhodes Kindergarten Quiz Night: Thursday 12 September at 7pm at the NEV Bowling Club. Entry $5 per person with a maximum of 6 per team. To register phone 473 9107.
Attention: Parents and friends of NEV Normal School: Hannah and Patricia are two Occupational Therapy students working with the NEV Community Garden and they need your help! They are conducting a survey outside the school on Thursday 29th August to find out what you know about the garden and how you use
vegetables in your everyday cooking! Please take a moment to complete this short survey after school. Light snacks will be available.
St Martins Pippins Unit: All girls 5 and 6 years old are invited to stay after school this Thursday 22nd of August for half an hour of interactive activities with the St Martins Pippins. Pippins is a section of the Girl Guides Movement. This is a one off introduction to the leisure and life skills programme being held here in North East Valley. The session will be supervised by 3 leaders. See you outside the school office straight after school on Thursday.
Transition Valley 473: Homemade Cleaners workshop at DNI School Food Technology Room, Sat 7th September 12.30pm - 2pm. Gold coin donation. Maureen Howard is a Sustainable Living Facilitator for the DCC and a member of TV473. She will share tips and recipes for making homemade eco-friendly cleaners, so you can avoid unnecessary packaging and harmful chemicals in your home, and save money. Please bring along your own tips and recipes! Places on this workshop are restricted to 14 and by RSVP only. To book your place please contact Maureen on 4739967 or mhoward@slingshot.co.nz
Free Bike Fix-it Also on Sat. 7 Sept 10am - 2pm at DNI School Technology block. Bring your bike along for basic repairs or maintenance, so you can get cycling! Offers of help also welcome. Contact Peter on 473 1681.
NEV Normal School Banking is Proudly Sponsored by Credit Union South
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Remember School Banking Day is Wednesday
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