Kia ora Parents, Caregivers and Friends of the school,
Schools have traditions and one of the Western Heights traditions is the ‘School Picnic’. When Western Heights was a small country school all the children and their families attended but in recent times only the middle and junior school are involved. It is an enjoyable family day out at Long Bay where teachers, parents and children get to know each other in a different setting. I look forward to spending the day with this large group at Long Bay tomorrow.
The senior school went out to Piha on their Beach Education programme and most senior classes go on a ‘Big Day Out’ at the end of the year.
The Student Council was a tradition that was started upon my arrival at Western Heights. The senior classes conducted elections last month where two representatives were selected for each room. They have regular meetings where they discuss issues and arrange events. The garden by the flag pole was a project done by the council last year and they are pleased to see seats have been added this month which was also on the plan. Additions to the senior playground was a 2007 project and this is also being done very soon.
Congratulations must go to the 2008 representatives who are:
CS9 Cody Kirby and Caitlin Davidson
CS16 Aaron Larsen and Kajal Kumar
CS17 Shane Fuataga and Jessica Taylor
CS19 Ethan Birch and Shakerah Zakeri
CS20 Rewa Clark and Briana Sitiene
CS21 Dom Park and Briar Bodle
Parent Teacher Conferences
We had a high attendance at these appointments last Thursday and the teachers were thrilled to meet so many of their student’s parents and caregivers. A good relationship built between home and the class teacher very early in the year leads to enhanced learning outcomes for the student.The families who were unable to attend the parent teacher appointments last week can still contact the school and make another time.
Sturges Bridge UpdateWaitakere City have sent a Dart On Track update. Construction details and timelines are still being finalised for the bridge. More details can be found on www.projectDart.org.nz or on our school website under newsletters. www.westernheights.school.nz
Dates to Note
Friday 21/3 - Good Friday. School closed
Monday 24/3 - Easter Monday. School closedT
uesday 25/3 - Easter Tuesday. School closed
Friday 18/4 - Last day Term 1
Monday 5/5 - Term 2 starts
Western Heights Website
www.westernheights.school.nz
Take a look at our website! It has a calendar of all the events happening for the term, newsletters, photos and who to contact for information.
Old Towels and Plastic Bags Required for Cleaners
If you have any, please drop off at the school office. Thanks
Principal Awards
Ethan Birch Leah Goodburn Sinan ShihabBara Bazova Jack Vear Mikayla EnelikoAnthony Bates Sophie Adler Ayla KurtulusNathen Kay Pierre Bechet Faaizah HussainLeo Chung Claudine Suyker Ryan BuckettTayla Jones Justin Fuataga Ronan LethbridgeDominic Sheehan Kate McCullough Angelina KuttanLydia Olo Hannah Westgaard Daniel MartinezMackenzie James Benjamin Lethbridge Luke Apanui Franchesca Spittles-JonesSavannah Hutchinson
Entertainment Books
The 2008/2009 Entertainments Books are being pre-sold at school. They are $65, of which the school receives $13, and will be available in April. Advance purchase entitles you to receive a sheet of discount coupons for use straight away. Please see the school office.
Rugby League Registrations
Te Atatu Rooster Rugby League Club is calling all interested under 6 to under 16 Rugby League Players. Registrations will be held at the clubrooms, Jack Colvin Park, Titoki Street, Te Atatu Peninsula on Sunday 9 March, 10.00a.m. – 11.00a.m. and Wednesday 12 March, 6.30p.m. – 8.00p.m.
Treatment of Learning Difficulties - information evening
Whether your child has been diagnosed with a learning, attention and behaviour difficulty or not, the Dore Program treats the cause of the problem. Attend a free public talk at the Titirangi War Memorial Hall (Meeting Room), 500 South Titirangi Rd, Titirangi on Wednesday 12 March from 7.30p.m. – 9p.m. To reserve your seat call 0508 367 369. www.dore.co.nz
Childrens’Mobile Ear Clinic
This is a free service for pre-school and school age children. They offer ear health assessments, tympanometry, removal of wax and foreign bodies, etc. By appointment only, phone Wendy on 839 0546.
West Auckland ADHD & ASD Support Group
Meets at IGNITE Waitakere, 184 Lincoln Road, Henderson, from 7.30 - 9.30p.m. on the third Monday of each month.
Bouncy Castle Hire
Call Sasha on 940 4392 or 021 925 040. Mention your child attends this school and receive $10 off any full day hire.
Hobsonville Hustlers Netball Club Fundraiser
Family & individual, black and white portraits on Sunday 16 March at 18 Bibury Ave, Henderson. For an appointment phone Vinetta on 411 7139, $10 sitting fee.
DON’T FORGETWORLD VISION COLLECTION
THERE IS NO SAUSAGE SIZZLE TOMORROW
