Kia ora parents, caregivers and friends of the school,
Welcome back to another very busy term. I hope that you all had good holidays and I know that the children have arrived back keen to learn with the teachers keen to teach. They have planned interesting programmes which include some trips to support these. We have started the Term with a Knowledge-a-thon, which I am sure the children will find challenging, but not too onerous. Later in the term we are having a Cultural Focus Week to celebrate who we are.
Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of seeing some of our pupils play soccer and it is great that Autumn /Winter does not deter our sports people.
WELL DONE Alex Harris! Alex has been selected to play for the United Soccer 1 U10 Waitakere Centre of Excellence.As you know, Sandra is away on her Sabbatical this term and I am acting in her place. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me or the Team Leaders.
Pat Hutton.
Dates to Note
Thurs. 6 May: Teacher Union Meeting at 2.30p.m.
Frid. 21 May: Knowledge-a-thon
Mon. 7 June: Queens Birthday. School closed
Tues. 8 June: MOTAT trip for middle school (four classes)
Wed. 9 June: MOTAT trip for middle school (three classes)
Tues. 22 June: Senior Spelling Bee
Frid. 25 June: Whole school disco
Wed. 30 June: Senior Basic Facts Competition
Frid. 2 July: Term 2 ends at 3p.m.
Board Of Trustees
Nominations close for the Board at noon tomorrow. Forms need to be returned to Margaret Gray, Returning Officer, at the office. There have been six nominations to date and names are displayed in the old office foyer.
Teacher Union Meeting
On Thursday 6 May, teachers who are union members will be attending a meeting at 2.30p.m. offsite. The remaining teachers will be supervising children in the hall at a singing assembly. If preferred, children can be picked up at 2p.m. otherwise all children will be in the hall from 2.15p.m. Middle and senior children will be dismissed from the hall at 3p.m. and junior children will be taken back to their classrooms to be dismissed.
Entertainment Books
Entertainment books have been sent out. If you do not wish to purchase please return to the office. If you require extra books or did not receive one, please contact the office. The cost is $65 of which the school receives $13.
Scholastic Book Club
Forms went out today. Orders need to be in by Thursday 6 May. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic NZ.
Towels And Bags Required
Our cleaners require old towels and plastic bags. Please leave at the office. Thanks.
Kids Art Club
Learn to think creatively. Exploring materials and art in a fun environment. Casual, $20 if space. $90 for a 6 week course. Five venues and available from after school to 5pm. Phone 811 8882 or email stickyredbee@hotmail.com.
Wool Wanted for SPCA Puppy Jumpers
If you have any unwanted wool, please deliver to Margaret at school office or ring her for pick up on 838 5173. Thanks.
Ranui Twilight Farmers Market
Selections of artisan breads, cheeses, farm fresh beef, salmon, local produce and organics along with baking, additive free european sausages and salamis, prosciutto,etc. Local entertainment and a café. Ranui Community House, 474 Swanson Rd. Every Friday 4.30 to 7.30p.m. Further information contact Rosanna Leman. rosannar@xtra.co.nz
Corban Estate Arts Centre Kids Art Festival
A free event for the whole family at the Corban Estate Arts Centre. Hands-on arts workshops for children, art exhibitions, food stalls and live performances. Saturday 8 May, 10a.m. – 4p.m., rain or shine. See www.ceac.org.nz or phone 838 4455
Babysitter Available
Well mannered, responsible and confident 15 year old available for babysitting on Friday and Saturday nights and holidays. Please phone Amy Leigh on 836 3591.
ATTENTION PARENTS
Wednesdays 3.30p.m. at Western Heights
Kip McGrath Education Centre
www.kipmcgrath.co.nz
Individual tuition by qualified teachersMathematics, Spelling, Reading, Comprehension, Dyslexia screening. We design a personal programme for each student.
Call us 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,
or call Shelly on 836 9061 and she’ll organize everything for you
DON’T FORGET SAUSAGE SIZZLE TOMORROW AND WORLD VISION COLLECTION
