Kia ora parents, caregivers and friends of the school,
This week we celebrated the graduation of a number of our staff members. Courtney Yukich, Jodi Sparks, Diana Weaver, Nikita Brown and Kathryn Mill are now fully registered teachers having completed two years as beginning teachers here. Congratulations and best wishes for your careers.
New Staffroom
We are purchasing whiteware for the new staffroom. We have a very cost effective oven that is made in Turkey and a big fridge gained from our ‘milk points’ but we need to purchase a twin drawer stainless steel dishwasher. Can anyone lead us to a very good deal?
Student Success
We take great pride over the quality of our school councilors and each year as they go off to intermediate we follow their progress seeing if they take up other leadership roles.I am thrilled that many of these students get to represent their classes at both intermediate and high school and then go on to become prefects.A number of past pupils do keep in contact and even call in to see us. This week we had one come in to show us his shiny new car. A girl also visited on Friday who is now at University in Queensland.
Sports Stars
Solomon Granger: Over the weekend Solomon competed at West Wave for his swimming club, Waterhole. He qualified for National Championships in breaststroke and was very happy with his time of 48.28sec. He obtained two silver medals on the day.
Lucy Makaera: Lucy competed in the Auckland pentathlon at Mt Smart stadium this weekend and she gained first place. She had to compete in long jump, discus and a 100 metres race. In her words she said, “It was tough and I thought I came third but I came first and I was so excited I was about to cry but I didn’t.”
Well Done Solomon and Lucy.
School Traffic
The building programme is almost at an end with the new staffroom to be completed as we finish school on 16 December.
This week we renewed the sewage drains and this made not only a huge mess but many more vehicles had to be on site.
The parent parking is at a premium and I know the chaos at the shops is awful. Do display patience and take care at all times as we have young children walking in that area.If you can come after 3p.m. to collect your children it does help relieve the initial rush. Children will be safe to stay in the school grounds for 10 to 15 minutes waiting for you.
Principal Awards
Zara Ranchhod Lydia Majoe Travis Hakesley
Kevin Tea Yujin Hwang Sophie Adler
Matthew Posa Jayden McCartney Seth Boyd
Angel Vashishth Toni Wallace Min Woo Jung
Connor Harrison Tiffany Chen Soobin Lee
Daniel Kellett Lei-Tavia Cable Jemma Fenton
Jadyn Tauranga Regan Brown Eliah Pitavao
Nicol Biharyova Andrea Malar Archisha Sami
Ben Alexander Jacob Alexander Nicol Biharyova
Eliah Pitovao
Scholastic Book Orders
Orders close today. Late orders will be accepted tomorrow morning. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic N.Z.
Travelling Ted Books
Thank you to the families who have supported this fundraiser by purchasing Travelling Ted books. All books, or money for those purchased, must be returned tomorrow.
Dates to Note
Thurs. 26 Nov. Rm. 17 Arataki Sleepover
Wed. 9 Dec. Helpers Morning Tea
Frid. 11 Dec. Yr 6 Graduation Pool Party
Mon. 14 Dec. Senior Helpers Day Out
Mon. 14 Dec. Middle school Picnic
Wed. 16 Dec. Term 4 ends at 12.30p.m.
Wed. 3 Feb. Term 1, 2010 starts
Team/Group Photos
These are displayed in the old office foyer and are $12.00 each. Orders close tomorrow. Photos available are:
Krypton Factor Road Patrol School Council
CWSA Spanish Swimming Gymnastics
Junior Jump Jam Middle Jump Jam Rugby & League
Softball/T-ball Soccer Cross Country
CWSA Maths Enviro Group Culture Group
Training Band Advanced Band
Soccer Coaching
If there are any Mums interested in coaching girls soccer, please see Mrs Taylor in Room 5 for more information on upcoming coaching programmes.
Sausage Sizzle Helpers Required For 2010
We require volunteer helpers on a Friday from 11a.m. to approximately 1.p.m. to cook and serve sausages. This is usually only once a term. Please see office if you can help.
After School Tuition at Western Heights Primary School
Enrol now for Term 1, 2010. Experienced, qualified teachers. Primary & Intermediate. Maths /Numeracy & English. Book now at 2009 rates. Kip McGrath, Henderson. Phone 836 9061
Come To The Library And Celebrate Xmas
Don your Christmas hats and skip into Waitakere Libraries for an evening of jolly jingles, sparkly stories and merry mayhem! Massey Library: Tuesday 8/12. New Lynn War Memorial Library: Friday 11/12. Waitakere Central Library: Wednesday 16/12. Begins at 6.30p.m.
Lincoln Music School
Small classes in classical and popular guitar, flute, recorder, violin and viola. Lessons for all instruments held at Lincoln Heights School on Saturday mornings. Flute and popular guitar lessons also available after school. Telephone co-ordinator Nellie on 416 7547 for further information.
Rangeview Intermediate School Uniforms For Sale
Two girls uniforms. Size 12. Very good condition. Available now. Phone Marie on 837 8247.
Sticky Red Bee Kids Art Club
Salt ceramic moulding & screen printing. 2 week course- $35 - starts soon.After school till 5p.m. Phone Kym on 811 8882 or 021 152 5891.
Barnardos Waitakere Parenting Courses
Inspiring Cooperative Behaviour in Our Children: A 9 week course for parents with children aged 4 – 14 years. Begins Tuesday 2 February 2010. Every Tuesday 9.30a.m. to 12.30p.m.
Parenting of Our Children Birth to 3 years: An 8 week course. Begins Monday 8 February. Every Monday 9.30a.m.- 12.00p.m.
School Holiday Fun-Filled Activities
Parnell Trust provides holiday programmes for 5 to 14 year olds. Weekdays from 7 December to 29 January. Register for a brochure, call on 379 2095 x9724 or email pfc@parnell.org.nz
YMCA School Holiday Programme: Massey Leisure CentreSee www.nzymca.com for information and enrolment
DON’T FORGET WORLD VISION COLLECTION AND SAUSAGE SIZZLE TOMORROW
