Kia ora Parents, Caregivers and Friends of the school,
Our Korean visitors are enjoying their stay at Western Heights. They were overwhelmed by the welcome accorded them and had never seen any thing like the haka and Maori songs we performed.
While in Korea in August, I was amazed by a performance of a young Korean choir. They sang Po karikariana which was sung so beautifully that it made me quite emotional. As a result of us seeing them, the Education Province is allowing them to come to New Zealand to perform in a number of schools in December.
The cultural exchange between our schools is proving very successful in promoting international understanding and goodwill.
Fundraising for Camp
The chocolate fundraiser for camp was almost completed in a week with some very keen students selling a number of boxes. The Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) programmes for the senior school are quite costly and the budget for these is well calculated. The children spend three days and two nights at Carey Park, have instructors for first aid + go to MERC for one day in November.
Looking back at the cost of buses over the last few years, I see that it has risen dramatically and now are in four figures for one return trip to Long Bay. $1,200+. Parents will still have to pay for the instruction at MERC but we will have covered the cost of transport.
I spent a day at the Marine Education Resource Centre last year and was so impressed by what the children are exposed to and the opportunities they are given. It is so important for NZ children to take part in a water and outdoor education safety programme.
Board of Trustees report from Chairperson Trudi Brocas
Lead teachers in numeracy presented their report on numeracy development across the school at our recent meeting. The board were very pleased with the standard of assessment and programming and note that most of our students are working at, or above, the expectations for their age. We also acknowledge Jo-Ann Yukich, Helen Emson and Patricia Jerkovich who have been working on further developing maths assessments with Auckland University. Our students are very well served by our schools representation at this level.
The board of trustees would also like to thank those parents who continue to be considerate and vigilant of children’s safety during the busy drop of and pick up times. The carpark area can at times be very busy especially when it is raining and we feel it shows genuine community spirit when drivers are patient polite and considerate.
Chinese Language Lessons at School
Modern Chinese in N.Z. curriculum with interesting video teaching. Free Chinese textbooks and exercise books. Lessons are held each Wednesday after school in the library. $60 per term. See Bill Wang in the library at 3.15p.m. Wednesdays or phone 836 5166.
Reminder
Please remember no dogs are allowed at any time in the school grounds.
Dates To Note
Monday 29 October - Senior School camp week
Thursday 1 November: CS10/15 at Arataki sleepover
Thursday 8 November: CS11/12 at Arataki sleepover
Tuesday 13 November: Junior Pod B to Museum
Wednesday 14 November: Junior Pod A to Museum
Thursday 29 November: CS16/17/19 at MERC
Friday 30 November: CS18/20/21 at MERC
Thursday 13 December: Helpers Morning Tea
Thursday 20 December: Term 4 ends at 12.30p.m. (we always finish earlier at the end of the year and after school care is available from that time. Do let Liz know if your child is attending that day.
Monday 4 February 2008 - School starts
Henderson Police Station Open Day
Saturday 27 October 2007 from 10am - 2pm at Henderson Police Station, 7 Buscomb Avenue. Tours of the Station, Armed Offenders, Dogs, Search & Rescue, plus many more displays.
Flava Out West 2007
Free Family Event, Saturday 27 October, Parrs Park, Glen Eden, 10am to 6pm. Live family stages, kapa haka, pasifika, salsa, hiphop, stalls, loads of giveaways and heaps of family fun. Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy the kids! Free Parking, Free Entry. Contact Stephanie on 818 4491 or email: events@ezekiel33.org.nz
Halloween at Chipmunks
Looking for a SAFE alternative for trick or treating? Chipmunks Henderson is having a Halloween disco on Friday 26 October from 6.30p.m. - 9.30p.m. Spot prizes and giveaways. $10.00 per child, discounts for club card members and Afterschool/School Holiday children. For more information phone 838 2033.
Growing Boys and Raising Girls
Growing Boys, Wednesday 14 November and Raising Girls Thursday 15 November from 7.30p.m. - 10.15p.m. at Greenlane Centre, 17 Marewa Road, Greenlane. Further information see www.ParentsInc.org.nz or phone 524 0025.
Electronic Organs
ARK e-Organs half price. 54 keys now $79, 61 keys now $129. 90 day warranty. Phone 836 5166 or 021 145 3188.
Glendene Amateur Athletic Club
Meet Wednesdays, 6p.m. start. Enquiries phone Heather Mays on 836 6514.
Bouncy Castle Hire
Great entertainment for the kids. Only $100 for half day or $180 for full day. Contact Sash 021 925 040 or 940 4392.
SAUSAGE SIZZLE FRIDAY
Don’t Forget Anthony, Sona and Keysin World Vision Collection
