Kia ora Parents, Caregivers and Friends of the schoolWelcome to the new families who have joined our school community this week. These newsletters are produced fortnightly and come home on a Thursday.We have had an excellent start to the year with a letter from Steve Maharey informing us that we are entitled to more office and staffroom space. The project that is planned for later this year is worth $817,000. You will be well aware of our very small foyer and main office that was built to accommodate a school of 450 children about ten years ago.
Traffic Safety At The School Gate It has been very pleasing to see the patience shown by motorists at the school crossing this week. Drivers have been stopping to let the monitors put out the signs and this proactive behaviour is fantastic. The Safety Outside Schools promo must be working.
Board of TrusteesThe next B.O.T. meeting is Wednesday 14 February at 7.30p.m. There is a B.O.T. election this term and below are important dates for this. More information will be sent to you.
21 February Open main electoral roll22 February Nominations open27 February Close main electoral roll at noon27 February Open supplementary electoral roll at noon13 March Close supplementary electoral roll at noon15 March Nominations close at noon16 March Voting papers issued19 March Voting papers to be returned by mail to school or personally by placing in ballot box at office29 March Poll closes at noon4 April Votes counted/Results declared to B.O.T. and in newsletter on 5 April
Jump Rope for HeartWe have been invited to put on a skipping display for the Heart Foundation at Grey Lynn Park this Sunday at 2. 30p.m. As a top school in N.Z. for our support of the Heart Foundation, they have included us in the programme. Mrs Buckingham is the coordinator for this and letters have gone home to the families of interested participants. Valentines Day: We are all wearing red on Wednesday 14 February for Red Heart Day. A coin collection will be taken, as every little counts when it comes to heart research.
Chinese Language Lessons Our Chinese language lessons begin again on Wednesday next week. They are held in the Library after school at 3.15p.m. Any enquiries, please see the tutor or Pat Hutton.
Pool KeysPool keys are available from the school office. The cost is $50.00 and the pool is available until the last day of term one. On the return of the key, $10.00 will be refunded.
Stationery SalesStationery will be sold from the ESOL room, located under the senior block from Thursday 8 February. Hours are 8.30a.m. until 3.30p.m., closed between 10.30a.m. and 11a.m. and 12.30p.m. and 1.30p.m. Cash or cheque only.
Dates to Note20 February: New Entrant Orientation Evening at 7p.m.22 February: Singing Minstrel at 9.30a.m.2 March: Long Bay Picnic for Middle & Junior School5 March: Senior School Big Day Out at Long Bay7 March: CS21 to Arataki8 March: Parent Teacher Interviews from 1.30p.m. - 8p.m. School closed from 12.30p.m.26 March: CS16 to Arataki29 March: Graham Dodd’s Art Workshop for whole school5 April: School finishes for Term One at 3p.m.23 April: School starts for Term Two.
Scholastic Book OrdersThese have gone out today. Orders are due back on Friday 16 February. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ
WantedThe cleaners require old towels and plastic shopping bags. Please drop at the office. Thanks.
Piano TuitionLarissa Kuznetsova-McPherson is resuming piano classes with existing students. Larissa is a registered and qualified piano teacher (BMus, Master of Music, AIRMT NZ) with 24 years experience. Spaces are available for new enrolments. Contact Larissa on 838 3855 or 021 1130913.
Piano LessonsPrivate lessons for beginners, children and adults. Phone Tzipora on 837 7743.
Girl GuidesSpaces available. Pippins 5 & 6 years, Brownies 7 & 9 years, Guides 10 - 13 years. Spaces also available for leaders, full training given. Please ring Alison on 838 9709.
Cornwall Park Guided Walk and PicnicA 1.5 - 2 hour walk to learn about trees, animals, the volcano and historical aspects of the park. Bring lunch. Bookings, phone Zena on 818 7698.
Oratia United Football ClubSoccer registrations for 5 - 17 year olds on Thursday 15 February 5 - 8p.m. and Saturday 17 February 2 - 5 p.m. at the clubrooms at Parrs Park. Late registrations will only be accepted if places available. For queries contact Jan Boyle phone 818 6706.
Quality Soccer CoachingAt Summerland Primary on Wednesday 3.30p.m. - 4.30p.m. for 5 - 7 years and 4.30p.m. - 5.30p.m. for 7 - 12 years. Call 522-9054 or visit www.wynrs.com for further details.
