Newsletter 21 October 2013

21 October 2013 Term 4 Week 2 13/32


Dear Parents and Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa

Some Bits and Pieces
1. Reports
This is a short term. Consequentially the teachers will begin end of year tests and evaluations soon in preparation for the end of year reports. Report writing can take a lot of time. As an example of how time consuming every child undergoes a 1:1 maths interview that can take over 30 minutes.

Reports are handed out at the end of the year final assembly which is on Tuesday 10 December this year. Some parents have commented that this doesn’t allow anytime to discuss the reports before school ends. Therefore parents who wish to make a time to discuss the end of year reports should ask the classroom teacher for a time on the Wednesday or Thursday of the last week of school to do so.

2. Hats
Our school sunsmart policy states hats must be worn by children and staff during Terms1 and 4. Hats must have a wide brim to protect the neck and face. Caps (unless legionnaire style) are not acceptable. The school sells a school hat for $13 available from the office.

3. Whanau Hui
Parents of children in the bi-lingual class and others who are interested in tikanga Maori please come to a whanau hui Wednesday 6 November at 4pm in the staffroom. Agenda will include planning for the bi-lingual class 2014.

4. Gardens New World
Please support the Gardens New World, which supported us during the recent Careers Day.

5. No Dogs on School Grounds
The school is dog free unless for curriculum support. This is a long standing rule and is for both hygienic and safety reasons.

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

John McKenzie
Principal

Welcome
Welcome to Abigail who has started in R11. We welcome her family to our school community.

Swimming Block
School swimming continues this week and finishes on Thursday. Children must bring their togs, towels and goggles to school each day. Thank you to those parents/caregivers who are assisting with changing the children.

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. Bike man Peter McDonald will be at school during this time and is happy to help with any bike repairs.

Assembly
There will be no assembly this Friday. This is because PE students from Logan Park High School will be taking all classes for PE activities from 11am until 2.45pm.

School Activity Donation
Many thanks to those families who have already paid the activity donation. Outstanding donations need to be paid as soon as possible please. If you wish to pay by bank transfer the school bank account number is 03 1726 0005515 00.

Flags
A few years ago we began a collection of flags, particularly from the countries represented in our school (Malaysia, Tonga, Samoa, Philippines and United Kingdom). Several families generously sponsored flags to represent their country ($25). We recognise the importance of acknowledging the "special days" celebrated by the variety of cultures attending our school. We recently added to our collection of flags. Our new flags are from China, India, Netherlands, Iran and Cook Islands. If any one wishes to sponsor one of these flags or one from another country not mentioned but represented at school, please contact the School Office.

Learning Power Tip of the Week
“Make the most of the fine weather and get outside to play”.

Sports Results Flippaball Flippaball started on Sunday. We have 3 teams entered in the competition. All teams recorded losses for their first games. We can only go up from here!. There are still a number of children who have not paid their $27.50 entry fee. Please send money to school or pay at the office.  
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 Lunches
There will be no hot lunch available this Friday.

2013 Term Dates
Term 4 Monday 14 October - Thursday 12 December

Statutory Holidays
Labour Day: Monday 28 October

Dates to Note
October
24   End of Swimming Block
25   PE with LPHS Students 11.30-2.30
25   No Assembly
31   Rainbow Class R11 1.15-2.45pm

November
1     Assembly 2.20pm Led by R8, Items R3
4     BOT Meeting 6pm
5     North Zone Athletics Sports Caledonian Gd
6     Whanau Hui 4pm
8     Assembly 2.20pm Led by R10, Items R2
12   PTA Meeting 3.20pm
14   Capital E Theatre - Junior School 11.30pm
14   Rainbow Class 1.15pm
15   Assembly 2.20pm Led by R11 Items R5
19   Art Gallery Trips R10, R13
20   Art Gallery Trips R8, R11
21   Southern Sinfonia Performing 11am
22   Orange Parade - Road Patrollers
22   Assembly 2.20pm Led by R13, Items R10
28   Rainbow Class 1.15pm
29   Assembly 2.20pm Led by R5, Items R13

December
6     Assembly 2.20pm Led by R2, Items R11
9     Helpers Morning Tea 10.30pm
9     BOT Meeting 6pm
10   Prizegiving Assembly 11am-12.30pm
10   Reports handed out 12.30pm on
12   Talent Quest 9.30am
12   Final Day of T4

PTA News   Christmas Books for the Junior School
The Junior classes would like to replace some of their older Christmas story books. If anyone has any good quality Christmas books that they aren’t using anymore, could they please drop them off to either Room 13, 11, 10 or 8.

Year 6 EOTC
The PTA have given $300 to help with the costs of running the EOTC.

Next PTA Meeting
The next PTA meeting will be held on Tuesday 12th November at 3.20pm in the Teaching Room (beside the Library). New comers welcome to attend.

Community News   Han Ma Um Dunedin Olympic Taekwondo: Experienced instructors. Classes are held in the North East Valley Normal School hall from 6-8pm. Ph: 0274125770 or Email: dunedinolympictkd@hotmail.co.nz
Catering for all occasions: contact Leanne, Cordon Bleu Catering 477 3330.

Catholic Social Services: The Parenting Place Toolbox Parenting Courses. Day & Evening courses. Game On-dads / Seasons for Growth.Register now. 0-6 years, 6-12 years, Tweens & Teens(12+).6 sessions; cost negotiable. Ph 4553838 txt0276670890, sue@cathsocialservices.org.nz www.cathsocialservices.org.nz

BASKETBALL OTAGO – Diggers Development Programme Term 4: Day: Tuesday’s. Dates: 22nd October – 17th December (excl 25th November). Under 8’s: 3.30pm-4.30pm. Under 11’s: 3.45pm-4.45pm. Under 13’s: 4.00pm-5.00pm. Cost: $69.00pp. Contact Basketball Otago 03 456 4063, email admin@basketballotago.co.nz or download a Diggers Flyer Term 4 on our website www.basketballotago.co.nz

Community Garden Working Bee Dates
October: Saturday 26th - 9am-12pm.
November: Sunday 3rd 1-4pm; Saturday 9th - 9am-12pm; Sunday 17th 1-4pm; Saturday 23rd 9am-12pm;
December: Sunday 1st 1-4pm.

Pine Hill School Garage Sale: 2 November 2013 11am–1pm. Sausage sizzle, raffles, baking, toys, books, household items and more.

Gardens New World Little Shop Swap Day: Wednesday 23 October from 1-5pm. Bring in your surplus items and swap them for what you require to complete your set.

Te reo Māori in the Valley
Tēnā koutou katoa.
I am seeking expressions of interest for te reo Māori lessons in NEV. Te Wānanga o Aotearoa provide a programme called Te Ara Reo Māori and are willing to provide a tutor and resources for free! We need to provide the numbers and a venue so if you are interested in learning the Māori language in a friendly, safe and fun environment, please fill in an Expression of Interest form, available at North East Valley Normal School, Dunedin North Intermediate School or email Paia: paiamw74@yahoo.com.au

Kia kaha, kia māia, kia manawanui!

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