Elm Park School Newsletter - 15th February 2013 - Term 1 - Week 3
Friday
15th February – Term 1 Week 3
Value Focus for next week:
Initiative / Perseverance
From The Principal
Kia ora tatou katoa, Talofa, Malo e lelei, Bula vi
naka, Kia orana Nga mihi nui ki a koutou, Namaste, Nihao, Greetings to you
all.
Week 3 has been and gone already. The children are
settling in to their new classes and working hard. Routines and class treaty’s
are being established and adhered to.
PARENT
INFORMATION EVENINGS - Thank you for
all the parents that attended our parent information evenings. These evenings
form the ground work for the communication at Elm Park. We are aware that many
of you work and it is not always easy to get into school or keep up with what
is happening at school. We try very hard to keep up the communication with you
and we really appreciate your communication with us as well.
UNIFORMS - Thank you to all the parents who have named all the
clothing and shoes, it helps keep track of all their items. The children who are wearing our new shirt
are looking so smart, gradually the whole school will be wearing them.
CAMP Y6 - Year 6 children are getting organised for their Camp
MERC stay from Wednesday to Friday next week. How lucky they are to be at the
beach in this fantastic weather.
FIREWOOD - We still have a large amount of firework for sale on
the field. Please contact the office if you wish to make a purchase $25 per trailer load.
COMPUTERS
FOR SALE - Please email Belinda Johnston or contact the
school office if you are interested in buying one of our old classroom eMacs -
photo attached. All come with keyboard, mouse, security cable and basic
software including:
• iPhoto, iMovie
• Garageband
• iCal
• Safari
• Pages, Keynote
• Numbers
• Kid Pix
• PM Readers
There are three different specification and price options:
• Option 1 - 40GB, no wireless card, ethernet cable for internet use $50
• Option 2 - 140GB, no wireless card, ethernet cable for internet use $70
• Option 3 - 140GB, wireless $90
Cash, bank deposit or EFT-POS accepted!
Have a lovely weekend
Trish Plowright
Principal
Key Events For Your Diary
Wed 20 Feb.... Year 6 camp
Thur 21 Feb... PTA Wheels at Lunch
....................... Walking School
Bus Meeting 2.30 pm
Tue 26 Feb.... PTA AGM 7 pm
Mon 4 March.. Rms 13 & 15 to Te Tuhi
Tue 5 March.. Rms 14 & 16 to Te Tuhi
Wed 6 Mar...... Y1-6 3-way Conferences
Thu 7 Mar...... Y1-6 3-way Conferences
Fri 15 Mar....... Whole School Assembly 2 pm
Thur 21 Mar... BOT Meeting
Thur 28 Mar... Mufti and Hot Cross Buns
Fri 29 Mar....... GOOD FRIDAY School Closed
Mon 1 Apr...... EASTER MONDAY School Closed
Tue 2 Apr....... EASTER TUESDAY School Closed
Fri 5 Apr......... Whole School Assembly 2 pm
Thur 18 Apr.... Principal’s Awards Assemblies
Fri 19 Apr....... End of Term 1
Looking Ahead
SCHOOL CROSSING - Pedestrian crossing
helpers desperately needed! If you are able to help with keeping our children
safe when crossing Gossamer Drive in the morning from 8.30 to 8.50 am or
in the afternoon from 3.00 – 3.15 pm can you please see the office
ladies or Mrs Holdom in Room 9. Thank you!
Used Conference
or Computer Bags - We are
looking for old conference bags or computer laptop bags that are no longer
needed. If you are able to donate them we would love to have them as Maths
Games bags for students to practice their maths facts at home. Please drop them
into the office. Thanks. Sue Hodge - Maths Co-ordinator
Walking School
Bus - We now have two walking
school bus routes, Number 1 leaves from Gossamer Drive 4 Square at 8.25 am and
Number 2 leaves from the corner of Archmillen Ave and Marvin Downs Ave at 8.35 am.
Get your walking shoes on and join us for mid-term and end of term treats!
Parent Meeting - Come and find out more about walking
school buses with Vicky from Auckland Transport, and how you and/or your
children can get involved. Thursday the 21st Feb at 2.30 pm If you are interested in walking a group of
children to school come along and find out about this.
PTA Wheels at
Lunchtime – On Thursday 21 Feb you
can bring along your 'Wheels' for supervised play from 1.15 - 1.45 pm in return
for a Gold Coin Donation. We would also appreciate the assistance of parents so
please talk to the classroom teacher if you are able to help out. Thanks.
PTA Annual
Meeting - Tuesday 26 Feb at 7 pm in
the Staffroom. Coffee and cake will be served. All are welcome.
Student
Achievement
Focus on Children
The Junior
School have been working with Constable White and we have been learning about
staying safe in the car and on the road.
POSITIVE SOCIAL
INTERACTION WINNERS
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Congratulations
to the following students who were selected and acknowledged this week for
their responsible, friendly behaviour.
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Room 1
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Sharon Lu
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Room 3
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Madison Johns
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Room 4
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Tarun Singh
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Room 5
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Jorhius Kazakevics
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Room 7
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K’Sharn Engu-Cordtz
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Room 8
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Vikasni Dharman
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Room 9
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Peter Kaewkham
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Room 10
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Kayde Alleyne
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Room 11
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Adison Makaola
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Room 12
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Tianna Lavemai
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Room 13
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Joshua Christophers
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Room 14
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Conor Wilkinson
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Room 15
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Ronald Filipo
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Room 16
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Summer Aholahi-Burgess
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Room 17
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Paige Newman
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Room 18
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Leilani Hoeta
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Room 19
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Alley Scott
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Room 20
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Kunal Malhotra
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Room 21
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Lachlan McClintock
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Room 22
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Louise Skinner
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Room 23
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Ben Peni
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Room 24
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Ben Hogan
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Room 25
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Kian Mahomed
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Room 29
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Cheydan Hawea
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Room 30
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Nathan Carter
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PERSONAL PRESENTATION
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The following students
were voted as the overall weeks winner in their year level for the most
neatly presented in their uniform.
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Year 1:
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Oscar
Leung
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Year 2:
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Adam Flesher
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Year 3:
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Ridwan Usman
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Year 4:
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Yachna
Patel
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Year 5:
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Jerome Strachan
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Year 6:
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Fernando
Calderon
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Adult Zumba Classes
Mon/Wed/Fri @ 9.15 am, Sat @ 10 am
Mon/Wed/Thurs/ @ 6.30 pm $12 casual class/$90 for 10 classes
Thursday Zumbatomic fitness
class Starts 7th Feb 40 minutes long
Spaces are limited Years 1-6 $50 for 7 lessons Friday Dance Classes
start 8th Feb 40 minutes long Spaces are limited Years 1 –6 $50 for 7 lunchtime lessons
Please book via email/internet
payments must be received ASAP Bank details 03 1508 0601741 00
COMMUNITY NOTICES
Number Mate A brand new
educational game. Maths version of the game Scrabble.First time on the world
market. Developed by local people. Sturdy and attractive tiles. Have been well
recognised by schools.For more information visit www.rainbowbridge.com.co. Or ring 6240213.
The Parenting Through Separation programme at Willowbank School for
parents who are in the process of separating or who have separated. A
free programme delivered by a psychologist from Triple P New Zealand Ltd with a
Family Court lawyer. Next session: February 20/27 from 7 – 9pm. To
register call Triple P 09 579 1794.
Girls' Brigade
is starting soon! -
Girls' Brigade
is a girls Youth organisation working to equip girls and young women (5-17yrs
old) in a range of life skills, adventures and confidence building. We meet
Tuesday nights at Howick Presbyterian Church (Cnr Ridge Road & Vincent
Street, Howick). Cost is $150per girl per year. For more info email Erin on: 2ndhowick.gb@gmail.com or call 021 374 662. We would love
to have you join us and we have no waiting lists!
Adult Zumba Classes Mon/Wed/Fri @ 9.15 am, Sat @ 10 am
Mon/Wed/Thurs/ @ 6.30 pm $12 casual
class/$90 for 10 classes Thursday Zumbatomic fitness class Starts 7th
Feb 40 minutes long Spaces are limited Years 1-6 $50 for 7 lessons Friday Dance Classes start 8th Feb 40 minutes
long Spaces are limited Years 1 –6 $50
for 7 lunchtime lessons Please book via email/internet payments must be
received ASAP Bank details 03 1508 0601741 00
Play soccer in 2013 at
Bucklands Beach A.F.C. Enrol on-line at www.bbafc.org.nz
From 6 years old to senior men and women’s teams – all welcome! Registration
closes on 24th February 2013
Sunnyhills Netball Club is
inviting all year 4, 5 and 6 players to come and play netball in 2013! Saturday
2nd March from 10am (Year 4 and 5), 11am (Year 6) we will be meeting at the Lloyd Elsmore
courts for registration and trials and would love to see you there. Check out
our website www.sportsground.co.nz/sunnyhillsnetball for further details, this is where you will also find our registration
form.
Pakuranga Community Family
Carnival Day,
organised by the Rotary Club of Pakuranga, with support from Auckland City. Free entry 11am to 3pm Sunday 17 February Bramley Beach Reserve
next to the Pakuranga Sailing Club. Lollipop the Clown, Old MacDonalds Farm,
Water Walker, Pony Rides, Dog show - decorate your dog and bring he/she
along. Coconut Shies, Quoits, Face Painting, Decorated Bike Parade – make sure
you bring yours,
Chinese
Tai Chi Master and Chinese Dance Group from 2pm. For Mum and Dad - Classic Car Display,
Boat Show, For all - Ice cold drinks : Hot drinks : Sausage Sizzle : Candy
Floss : Raffles For more information contact
Roger Milne ph 575 6266 021 636 601 milnerl@xtra.co.nz
Basketball Development - Kiwi Hoops - The Kiwi Hoops Programme offers an introduction to
basketball & will provide individuals with a good fundamental base &
knowledge of the rules of the game in a fun & engaging environment. This
programme is for player’s ages 6-10, led by ABSL Accredited Coach, Tania
Hunter. Kiwi Hoops provides the highest
quality junior basketball training programme in Auckland. Cost only $70 per
term Thursday 14th February – 4th April from 4pm-5pm at
the Allan Brewster Rec Centre, Papatoetoe. Check out www.basketballauckland.co.nz for more information and registrations. TRIPLE P SKILLS (Ages 11 – 16) provides
an environment for further skill development in a wide range of areas through
fundamentals based sessions during the school term, led by an ABSL Coach.
Skills covered will include individual ball handling, offensive technique,
shooting development, defensive concepts & principles & improving
overall game understanding. Cost only $70 per term Thursday 14th
February – 4th April from 5pm-6pm at the Allan Brewster Rec Centre,
Papatoetoe. Check out www.basketballauckland.co.nz for more information and registrations.
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