Kia ora parents, caregivers and friends of the school,
As this is the last newsletter for the term, I wish to thank all those who have supported the children and teachers in many ways during a very busy learning term culminating in our parent conferences. The children take great pride and pleasure in sharing their accomplishments with you and have a clear idea of what they would like to achieve next term. With a shorter term in Term 4 the Management team are already planning towards 2012 and I know that our focus on Curriculum Mapping and Inquiry Learning/Teaching will continue to provide strong learning experiences for children and teachers alike.
The term finishes next week, have a wonderful holiday, keep safe and we look forward to seeing you all in Term 4, which begins on Tuesday 25 October.
Black Fever by "The Minstrel"
A very topical free show will be held on Friday 28 October for all our children. We have had the Minstrel before and the children love his songs and music.
Board of Trustees Meeting Report
The School Council were visitors at the Board meeting last week. Each year the School Council attend a board meeting to present a report on what their activities for the year have been. They presented a garden design for the senior school and requested some support for funding. The council have raised over $4 000.00, so the board were happy to give them an additional $2 000.00 towards their project.
Principal Awards
Tai Lober Nikita Cortland Joshua Dukeson
Lydia Majoe Jayden Dyson Dominic Hopewell
Dates to Note
Thurs. 29 Sept.: Student/Parent/Teacher Conferences 3.30p.m. - 6.30p.m.
Tues. 4 Oct.: Grandparents Day from 9a.m. - 10.30a.m.
Frid. 7 Oct.: Term 3 ends at 3p.m.
Tues. 25 Oct.: Term 4 starts
Frid. 16 Dec.: Term 4 ends at 12.30p.m.
Tues. 31 Jan.: Term 1 starts for 2012
Siblings Turning Five Next Year
Could families with siblings, or anyone knowing of a child who is in-zone and turning 5 next year, please contact the school with details. We need to know the number of children due to start in 2012 and when, for our strategic planning.
Scholastic Book Club
Brochures went out this week. Orders are due in by Monday morning. Please make cheques payable to Scholastic New Zealand.
Glen Eden Intermediate School 50th Jubilee
All past pupils and families, current and past staff, PTA and Board members are invited to attend the 50th Jubilee celebrations of Glen Eden Intermediate School on 4th and 5th November. Please see the Jubilee page on www.geis.school.nz. Register on-line or contact the school office. Ph 817 0032, email office@geis.school.nz
Cleaner Available
Are you looking for someone to clean your house? Then call Val on 834 4439.
Garage Sale
This Saturday, 8a.m. - 12noon at Oratia Football clubrooms, Parrs Park.
Playhouse Theatre Inc Presents Jack And The Giant
We are proud that two of the actors in this all children cast musical are from our school. Runs Thursday 13 - Friday 21 October. Tickets can be booked through iticket. (http://www.iticket.co.nz/)
Free Pilates Classes
Tuesdays, 11a.m. at Oratia Settlers Hall, 7pm at Sunnyvale Primary School Hall (starts 4th Oct)
Fridays, 8:30a.m. at Sturges West Community House. 10a.m. at Massey Community House. 11:30a.m. at Rauni Community House
Saturdays, 9a.m. at Oratia Primary School Hall
Struggling With Your Kids' Behaviour, Sleep or Eating?
Would you love NZ's version of Supernanny Jo Frost? Whatever issue your family has, Parent Coach Kristina Paterson can help! Go to www.parentcoach.co.nz or email kristina@parentcoach.co.nz or ph 022 093 1822.
Children’s Holiday Classes
The Corban Estate Arts Centre is thrilled to offer $55 children’s art classes, thanks to support from the Trusts Charitable Foundation. 1 and 2 day classes during the school holidays. Choose from Mixed media classes: Collage the Hungry Caterpillar (5 - 12 yrs), Strange Constructions (7 – 14 yrs), Wild Things Diorama (7 – 14 yrs). Clay classes: Full Moon Gathering (7 – 12 yrs), Snuggle Up (5 – 10 yrs), Fly Sky High (6 – 10 yrs). Painting and drawing classes: Portraits in Patterns (7 – 14 yrs),. Mosaics: Birds of a Feather Flock Together. Fabric fun: Arty Flags and Buntings (7 – 14 yrs).
Titirangi Village Market
Runs the last Sunday of each month (except December when it takes place on the second Sunday), at the Titirangi Memorial Hall and carpark at 500 South Titirangi Rd from 10a.m. - 2pm. Arts, crafts, produce, great food, organic coffee and live music. All proceeds are donated to Titirangi Rudolf Steiner School and Kindergarten.
School Holidays - TuiGlen Farm Kids Camps
Exclusive horse riding camps catering for beginners to advanced riders aged 8 to 16 years. For other activities and information, see www.tuiglenfarm.com.
SPCA Holiday Programme
Various programmes. For details go to www.spca.org.nz/SPCAinAction/Education/SchoolHoliday.aspx#holiday.
Waitakere Gymnastics Holiday Programme
Held at Olympic Park, Portage Road, New Lynn. See www.waitakeregymnastics.co.nz
ATTENTION PARENTS!
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DON’T FORGET WORLD VISION COLLECTION
AND SAUSAGE SIZZLE TOMORROW
THERE IS NO SAUSAGE SIZZLE
ON FRIDAY 7 OCTOBER
