Kia ora parents, caregivers and friends of the school,
It is hard to believe that it is the last week of the term, I keep wondering where the time has gone!
I have really enjoyed my role as Acting Principal and I wish to thank the staff and the BOT for the support that they have given me over this time. I believe that it is the partnership between home and school (as seen by the Parent Conferences last week) that will ensure our children will succeed in their everyday life.
With the holidays upon us here is a little wisdom from the book ‘Furry Logic’:
“The quickest way for a parent to get a child’s attention is to sit down and look comfortable.”
I welcome back Sandra next term. I know that she has missed us. Have a safe holiday,
Pat Hutton.
Book Club
We desperately need more parents or grandparents who can give an hour and a half one morning a week to listen to children read. Full support or training will be given. Please contact the office with your name and phone number or email me on: path@westernheights.school.nz
The School Council wishes to thank all the families who supported the school disco on Friday night and many thanks to Jo-Ann Yukich for the organisation.
Knowledge-athon
A huge thank you to all those who supported our Knowledge-athon which has raised $15 356.14. This money will be used for the new court area. We still need another $10 000.00 so once we have sourced further funds, we will begin building.
Whole school Assembly
This Friday at 11.00a.m. we are having a Cultural Assembly which you are welcome to attend.
Dates to Note
Frid. 2 July. Cultural Assembly 11a.m.
Frid. 2 July: Term 2 ends at 3p.m.
Mon. 19 July: Term 3 starts
Thurs. 22 July: Junior 100 day party
Mon. 9 - Frid. 13 August: Art Week
Mon. 30 August: Teacher only day
Wed. 1 Sept.: Junior Folk Dancing Evening
Wed. 8 Sept.: School Netball Prizegiving
Thurs. 9 Sept.: Class Photos
Frid. 24 Sept.: Term 3 ends at 3p.m.
Principal’s Awards
Kris Naicker Ivana Jurasovic Alexandra Martinez
Logan Bowers Mike Foumalie Shanae Ahlo
Kaitlyn Elliot Alexis Jones Anthony Woolford
Connor Anderson Jessica Bong Barry Zhang
Spencer Malloy Louise Hwang Maui Rawiri
M’ryah Mackenzie Jamahl Maui-Asosa Gabriella Worsley
Stephan Teaca-Jucan Preston Karatau Martin Malatinec
Daniel Martinez Caitlin Macdonald Ben Alexander
Aiden Grieve Ashton Hall Seibon Kim
Keisha Harrison Jessie Kim Faith Kay
Elaheh Naser Wesley Goffin Trent Samuels
Mina Hamidi Merieni Kapeteni
Western Heights Primary School Surveys 2010
Please return these as soon as possible to the office. Many thanks for those who have already done so. We value your opinion.
Spare/ Extra Wool
Mrs Hodder is looking for wool scraps for art next term. If you have any please hand in at the office or room 14.
Middle School Arataki Trip - “Help! Save Our Forest”
Just to inform you of the upcoming Middle school trip which will be $10.00. A notice will come out next term.
Tuesday 27 July: Room 11 & 14
Wednesday 28 July: Room 17 & 19
Thursday 29 July: Room 18
Friday 30 July: Room 15 & 16
S.P.C.A. Helpers
Many thanks to all those who supported and donated to the S.P.C.A. The animals are loving the snug warmth of the blankets and towels.
Sturges Road Kindergarten Garage Sale: Saturday 24 July
The kindergarten would appreciate any of the following items for their garage sale: household items, books, toys, clothes and brick-a-brac. Items can be donated between Monday 19 and Friday 23 July at the kindergarten.
National Bank School Banking
Thank you to all parents and children who take advantage of School Banking. We hope it helps children learn more about how to save and manage money. School Banking is available in the School Hall on a Wednesday morning at 8.30a.m. during the term. In the meantime, you can continue to make deposits to your account at any National Bank branch. We hope you have a lovely 2 week break and the Movie tickets this term go to Brayden Strong. Congratulations.
Incredible Science Festival - Monday 5 July
Held at the Faculty of Science, The University of Auckland from 9.30a.m. - 3.30p.m. Programme includes shows, interactive activities, displays and demonstrations designed for primary and intermediate children and their families. Free to attend. Details of the programme available on www.incrediblescience.co.nz.
Zumba Fitness: Zumbatomic
For children between 4-12 years or age. Learn the rhythms of salsa, hip hop, cumbia and more the fun way. Expressions of interest being taken, contact Roz on 021 116 0439 or 836 2077.
Morning and After School Care Term 3 & 4
Safe, friendly, family environment at home. 7 – 9a.m. and 3 - 6p.m. with Yana Toki (qualified and experienced primary teacher). Phone 832 0048 or 021 145 3233. Full day care also available these holidays.
ATTENTION PARENTS
Wednesdays 3.30p.m. at Western Heights
Kip McGrath Education Centrewww.kipmcgrath.co.nz
Individual tuition by qualified teachers
Mathematics, Spelling, Reading, Comprehension, Dyslexia screening. Personal programme for each student.
Call for a FREE ASSESSMENT on 836 9061 or fill in the form available at the school office and bring to our centre at 2-4 Waipareira Ave, Henderson,
NO SAUSAGE SIZZLE ON FRIDAY
DON’T FORGET WORLD VISION
