Newsletter 25 November 2013

25 November 2013              Term 4 Week 7      13/36


Dear Parents and Caregivers
Kia ora koutou katoa

Congratulations
Congratulations to Ben Devereux in R2 who did very well in the recent Otago Athletics Championships. Ben blitzed the North Zone 60 metres then scraped through the semi’s to get into the final. Unfortunately Ben has a poor start but he still managed a very credible 5th place in Otago for his age. Ben came to us from Rotary Park School after its closure and he has proven himself to be a quiet yet determined young man who is a fiercecompetitor on the sports field. Well done Ben!

Congratulations to Mrs Kewene-Edwards, senior teacher, teaching the Y6 children who has been awarded the Otago Reading Association Annual Scholarship. Maria has been teaching at NEV Normal since 2001 and before that was a lecturer at the Dunedin College of Education. Maria will undertake research about helping Maori children read better.

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

John McKenzie
Principal

Philippines Fundraiser
The peer mediators are organising a coin trail and would like everyone to bring a gold coin tomorrow. All the money will be donated to the Philippines to assist in paying for food, supplies and shelter.

Rainbow Class
The final transition to school class for 4 year olds will be held this Thursday 28 November from 1.15-2.45pm in R11.

Scholastic Book Club
Orders with money for Issue 8 need to be into the office by Friday 29 November. If paying by cheque please make payable to Scholastic NZ.

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 hall at 2.20pm on Friday. It will be led by R5 with items from R13. Parents and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Logan Park Performance
On Monday 2 December the whole school is to attend a performance called “The Runaway Presents” at Logan Park High School. The cost for the bus will be $2 per child if you have not paid for the school activity donation. Please send the money to school with your child or pay at the office.

Return of School Books
Please ensure all school books - library, journals and readers are returned to school as soon as possible. The library will be closing soon and all books need to be returned for our annual stock take.

Final Prize Giving Assembly
The final assembly for the year will be held on Tuesday 10 December at 11am to 12.30pm. We will be farewelling our Year 6 pupils and recognising contributions children have made during the year. The assembly will be held in the school hall. Following the assembly the children will be treated to a barbecue lunch provided by NZCU South.

Talent Quest
On the final day of term, Thursday 12 December, a talent quest will be held. It is open to all students, individuals and groups to perform in the areas of dance, drama, comedy, singing, or instrument. Please discuss this with your child/ren and think about areas in which they might perform.

School Activity Donation
Statements are included with the newsletter for any children who have outstanding activity donations.

School of Dentistry Dental Therapy Clinic
We have almost finished clinics for 2013. If you have any concerns about your children’s oral health please contact Donna as soon as possible on 4797189 to arrange an appointment.

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
Sausage in bread for $2. Orders with money in an envelope printed with your child’s name and room number need to be into the office by 9am.

Learning Power Tip of the Week
“Look, Listen and Think”.  
2013 Kmart Wishing Tree Appeal
Our school is going to support the Kmart Wishing Tree appeal by collecting gifts which will be distributed by the Salvation Army to people who are unable to afford Christmas Gifts. We are putting up a wishing tree in the school office and ask that families donate gifts which will be delivered to Kmart on the last day of school.

Athletics Sports
Congratulations to all the children who represented NEV Normal in the Otago Championship Athletics Sports held last week.

Education Outside the Classroom
This week the Y6 children have a week of activities outside the normal classroom programme including: orienteering, bush walks, archery, cooking & bowling.

A donation of $5 per child is asked for to cover the cost of the bus. Please send $5 to school with you child or make payment by internet to account 03 1726 0055515 00.

Dates to Note
November
28  Rainbow Class 1.15pm
29  Assembly 2.20pm Led by R5, Items R13
29  Scholastic Book Club orders due

December
2   Logan Park High School Show
4   Y5 & Y6 Cricket Festival Day Logan Park
6   Choir to sing at Ross Home 1.45pm
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

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

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

Novelty Cakes: for all ages and occasions made to order. Call Leanne, Cordon Bleu Catering 477 3330.

Christmas Cracker Kids Triathlon: will be held at Memorial Park, Mosgiel, on Sunday 15th December. This year will see the 'Christmas Cracker Kids Triathlon' team up with the Sport Otago 'Stride, Ride and Slide' to create an event catering for kids from 2 years through to 11 years. Entry forms for the Christmas Cracker Triathlon is available on the notice board at the office.

Northern Artery Christmas Bazaar: Saturday 30 November 11am-4pm at the St Martins Church Hall, Northumberland Street. Refreshments, live entertainment.

Learn English Fast FREE English Classes: NZ Certificate in English Language (20 hours a week) English Intensive Course (12-20 hours a week). Free for permanent residents. To register contact Paul or Glenys as we are now enrolling learners for 2014. English Language Partners Dunedin. Phone:(03) 477 7261 or email:dunedin@englishlanguage.org.nz

Kiwiana Christmas BBQ: Dunedin North Intermediate School Saturday 7 December 5-7pm. Music, performances, games, Santa. Bring a Christmas dessert to share.   NEV Normal School Banking
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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