Kia ora Parents, Caregivers and Friends of the school,
We were thrilled with the large turn out of parents and caregivers at the Keeping Ourselves information evening. All the staff and Board of Trustees also attended to show their support and commitment to the programme.It does take a village to raise a child and with the partnership shown between the school and community, the outcomes for our pupils are positive.
Several staff members and I went to netball on Saturday to see some winning Western Heights teams. All the work behind these victorious moments is the result of some dedicated ‘volunteers’. The work they do is important and appreciated. Thank you must also go to Adele Nummy who is the coordinator for the Western Heights netball club. The netball prizegiving for all the Western Heights teams was on Wednesday night.
Pat Hutton returned from her sabbatical this week and although she had a pretty amazing time in Europe, she was very happy to be home and back to school. Pat will be a main contact person next week while I am away in Korea.
New Zealand-a-thon
This enjoyable activity is our main fundraiser for the year and with our huge building project being planned for 2008 the extra money will make the difference.The junior playground area will have to be moved and updated, so the money we get is going to be put to excellent use. Could you please continue to help your children to gain more sponsors.
Homestay families needed for Western Heights Korean group.
Thank you for your interest in hosting a Korean student in October. We could still do with several extra homes. Captain Cook Tours is happy to have one student per home. The tour company arranges a weekend away for the students during their stay and also has activities planned for several Sundays. Host families are paid $200 per student per week. Please consider this opportunity. Call in to the school office or ring Joy and leave details if you would like to host a student. Phone 8361213 or email joyw@westernheights.school.nz. The itinerary is in the school office for you to look at.
Board of Trustees
The next meeting is in the school staffroom on Wednesday 5 September at 7.30p.m.
Cultural Celebration
A huge percentage of the school dressed up last Friday to celebrate Cultural Diversity. The thought that went into the event was great with the shared lunches were full of variety. A number of parents, grandmothers and aunts got up early to prepare some amazing national dishes. Photos and a report of this event are on the web site. www.westernheights.school.nz
Scholastic Book Orders
Last orders to be in by tomorrow. Make cheques payable to Scholastic N.Z. Limited.
N.Z Multiple Birth Association Conference
The Waitakere Multiple Birth Club is hosting the above conference at Waipuna Hotel from the 28 – 30 September. Parenting and lifestyle workshops as well as overseas and local keynote speakers. For more information and registration forms see www.nzmba.info or phone Michelle 813 3424.
Stardome Observatory
On Sunday 2 September, Stardome Observatory’s ‘Cosmic Day Out’ will be turning into ‘Fathers Day Out’. We have a special line up with space shows running in the 360˚ planetarium right through the afternoon. So let Dad lie back and relax as he gazes up and takes in one or all of the shows screening on this special day. There will also be some great cosmic crafts for you and Dad to make in the foyer between shows, with lots to do for all the family this will be The Best Father’s Day gift on this planet. ‘Father’s Day Out’ is from 12pm through to 4pm and costs $9.00/person but don’t forget on his special day when you bring your Dad or Granddad along he will get in free.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (West Auckland)
Local support group coordinator is Dominique Young, phone 817 8762 or email disque@xtra.co.nz. For a handbook and regular newsletters please contact 0800 472637. This group is available to help with providing information about legal issues, financial information and general advice from people who know what you may be going through. Further information see www.grg.org.nz.
Private Piano/English Language Tuition
Qualified, professional and fun, 15 years teaching experience. Phone Emilee 836 7104 or 027 510 2229.
Holiday Tennis Camp
To be held at Te Pai Tennis Club, Te Pai Place, Henderson, 24 - 28 September from 2p.m. - 5p.m., wet or fine. Cost $105.00. Further information contact James Greenhalgh 813 9653 or 021 333 903.
Playhouse Theatre Inc.
Presents the childrens musical production of The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Monday 1 October to Saturday 6 October. Bookings now available on www.iticket.co.nz or phone 361 1000.
Rangeview Intermediate Boys Uniform
Shorts size 14, shirt size 12, jumper size 14, p.e. top size 14, p.e. shorts size 14, socks, roman sandals size 5. Only worn for 5 months, $200 the lot. Phone 027 662 0921.
Practical Parenting Seminar
Saturday 1 September from 8.45a.m. - 3.30p.m. at 11 Woodruffe Avenue, Henderson. Further information see www.forefrontfamilies.org or phone 838 1448.
SAUSAGE SIZZLE FRIDAY
Don’t Forget Anthony, Sona and Keysin World Vision Collection
