Kia ora Parents, Caregivers and Friends of the school,
As part of our compliance here at school we must have a fire drill every term. The fire bell goes and the children file out to the field to line up in front of the senior playground to be counted. On Tuesday the senior school’s ‘hobo stoves’ set off the smoke alarms and all children went out to the assembly point at about 2.45p.m.If you are in the school grounds during one of these evacuations you are required to also join the group just the same as if you are in the supermarket or Mall and the alarms go off. Your support in this matter would be appreciated.
Art Intensive
Last week was an amazing week for both the children and teachers. Children were all around the school working with teachers whom they don’t usually work with doing art and craft activities. It was wonderful to see the way the juniors were helped and supported by the older students and the ‘artefacts’ produced are amazing. The quality work from all ages is very impressive.We look forward to displaying these for you in week six on Wednesday 19 November from 3p.m. to 7p.m. More details will be in the next newsletter.
Photographs
The Nil Tolerance To Truancy group in Waitakere city are preparing a brochure for the families of preschoolers. It is to stress the importance of coming to school and the excitement of being five.Photos are needed for the graphic designer and I have been asked to supply some pictures of our fabulous children. I plan to take many photos and when the ones to be used are decided, I will contact the parents for permission.
Student Success
My name is Fatima Zehra and I entered a colouring competition with a radio station not expecting to win. I did win and received a DVD set called Taare Zameen Par (Every child is special). My family and friends are proud of me. Well done Fatima, we are also proud of you.
Principal Awards
Mitchell Beadle Ehsaas GroverAmeen Arif Grace Sullivan
Dates to Note
Mon. 3 Nov.: Seniors at Camp all week
Wed. 19 Nov.: Art display from 3p.m. - 7p.m.
Frid. 5 Dec.: Jump Rope for Heart Day
Tues 9 Dec.: Helpers Morning Tea
Thurs. 11 Dec.: Middle School Christmas Party Day
Frid. 12 Dec.: Year 6 Graduation Lunch and Pool Party
Mon. 15 Dec.: Seniors Big Day Out
Mon. 15 Dec.: Middle School Explore Ramble
Tues. 16 Dec. Junior School shared lunch and disco
Wed. 17 Dec.: Term 4 finishes at 12.30p.m.
Team Photos
These are on display in the office foyer. $10 per photo. Last orders tomorrow.
Target Advertising
Spaces are available on the back of our newsletter for advertising. Please call Target Advertising phone 271 2543 if interested.
Big Pirana Fundraiser
We have extended the closing time for this fundraiser and orders now close tomorrow morning.
Calendars
Orders for calendars close tomorrow. $11.00 each.
Nit-Enz
Brochures went out this week about this nit treatment. Samples are available at the office. Orders close tomorrow.
Thomas and Friends Weekend
Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 November at Glenbrook Vintage Railway.
Flava Out West 2008 - Free Family Day Out
Saturday 1 November 10a.m. - 6p.m. at Parrs Park, 497 West Coast Rd, Glen Eden. Kapa Haka, Pasifika, Hip-Hop, stalls, free children’s entertainment. Contact Ezekiel 33 on 021 129 7448 or email events@ezekiel33.org.nz
Superheroes Read!
Apply for the Waitakere Libraries’ summer reading programme now. The summer reading programme is a fun, incentive based programme that helps children to improve their reading habits over the holidays. If you would like to participate in this year’s programme application forms are available from your local Waitakere Library branch until the Sunday 23 November. Call 839 2260 or visit the library website www.waitakerelibs.govt.nz for more information.
Garage Sale
St Paul’s Primary School, 498 Don Buck Road on Saturday 1 November from 8a.m. - 12noon. Also a mini gala, face painting, bouncy castle, horizontal bungy, cake stall, etc.
Running/Walking For Fitness
Come along to Massey Joggers and Walkers. We have runs and walks on Wed. evenings and Sun. mornings. Phone Shena on 412 8076 or Kerry on 838 6665 for information.
WestWave Halloween Splash Night
Friday 31 October from 4.30p.m. - 8.30p.m. Monster waves from 7.30p.m - 8.30p.m. Games and prizes all the night.
Return2work
A one week part time programme which will equip with you skills, knowledge and confidence that are required to get you back into your career of choice. To find out more visit www.return2work.co.nz.
DON’T FORGET SAUSAGE SIZZLE TOMORROW AND
WORLD VISION COLLECTION
