Tena Koutou, Talofa Lava, Malo e Lelei, Namaste, Ni sa bula, Noaia’e mauri, Fakalofa lahi atu, Kia Orana, Ni Hao, An Nyung Ha Sai Yo, Nay Ho, Hej. Greetings to our school families.
You will read below about our visit from the author Tim Tipene last week – a fantastic experience. In amongst the humour and quick-witted story-telling, he told the story of how one year, with one teacher changed the course of his life. Their connection, through her belief in him, and his desire to live up to her expectations, reflected in so many ways what has been a focus for us this year – the link between building relationships and learning. It was inspiring to hear the impact of this in “real-life”.
The other huge positive from Tim’s visit was the effect on so many of our boys, and how they see themselves as learners. Tim’s story was very relatable for many, and reinforced the importance of positive male role models around our young men.
Nga mihi,
Kathryn Ramel
Principal
School Diary
Week 4: 22 May – 26 May
Fri 26.5 Mini-Gala – all welcome. 12:10 – 1:30pm. (Camp Tongariro Fundraiser)
Week 5: 29 May – 2 June
No significant school events
Week 6: 5 June – 9 June
Mon 5.6 Queen’s Birthday
Tues 6.6-Fri 9.6 Year 6 Camp Tongariro
Welcome to our new students – we hope you enjoy your time at our school
Tasha Gordon – Kah 1
Jade Faithfull – Man 1
An easier way to find our Policies and Procedures
The complete list of Snells Beach School Policies and Procedures are now available online. To access these, go to our school website & look under “Parent Information”. There you will find a link to http://snellsbeach.schooldocs.co.nz/ You will then be asked to enter the following:
Username: snellsbeach
Password: pohutukawa
All details are on the website, and we trust this will make the process simpler for those of you trying to inform yourselves in this area. For those who don’t have internet access, a paper copy will remain available in the School Office.
Confirmation of our ERO (Education Review Office) review
Our school is due to be reviewed this year, as part of the regular review cycle that all educational centres undertake. We have had confirmation that our review team will be in the school during Week 8 of this term – 19th – 22nd June. We look forward to their feedback.
A brilliant visit from author Tim Tipene.
We were truly spoilt to have Tim Tipene speak at our school assembly last week. What an entertaining afternoon! Tim was honest, funny, sad, and most importantly “real” when sharing the story of the events that led to him becoming an author. Tim spoke of his struggles to learn to read and write, and how he believed he was “too dumb” to write what he thought the teacher wanted. One year with a teacher who believed in him changed both his opinion of himself, and the course of his life. Huge thanks to out friends at the Mahurangi East Library for making Tim’s visit possible – what a treat! We recommend you check out Tim’s books if you can – just ask a friendly librarian!
All welcome to the Mini-Gala next Friday 26 May 12:10pm – 1:30pm
As has become tradition, our Year 5 & 6 students will hold their Mini-Gala next Friday to support the Year 6 campers. All senior students run a stall at the gala, learning important economic skills such as pricing, planning and quality control. The Year 5 students participate, knowing that they will, in turn, be supported the following year. Philosophically, we like the fact that the students learn that you have to work for you money, rather than just holding out a hand to Mum or Dad. All proceeds from the Mini-Gala will be evenly split amongst our Year 6 campers.
Miss Thomas – well on the road to recovery
You may have heard that Miss Kerry Thomas was in hospital this week. She was suffering from an infection following an injury to her finger while gardening. We are pleased to report, that although it will take a while to fully heal, we are anticipating having Kerry back pointing her finger at Totara 2 next week. We wish her a full and speedy recovery.
Uniform – Vest Sale
We have a limited supply of brand new, school uniform vests on sale for $15 each. These are made from the same fleece as the sweatshirts, and are a good option for this changeable weather, or even as another layer in winter. Available through the School Uniform Shop.
Year 6 Camp Fundraising.
Win a $100 Matakana Market Kitchen voucher!
Win a Handmade Chocolate Brown extra large Bunny valued at $100!
Tickets are available for purchase from the year 6 students and or the office. Be in to win. All funds raised to support our Year 6’s attending Camp Tongariro.
Junior Basketball Sunday Sessions
North Harbour Basketball are starting up their junior Sunday Sessions again:
Sundays 10am-11am @ Mahurangi College for ages 5-12
Cost = $50 for the term
Sessions are lead by Coach Kurt Dammers who is one of NZs best and longest standing youth coaches. Contact Zac Fitzgerald for more info at schools@harbourbasketball.co.nz or 0210659721
Guitar Lessons – after school Weds
Due to winter sports there are some spaces in guitar lessons this term:
Dianne Morgan takes guitar lessons in Nikau 2 on a Wednesday afternoon. The 3:15pm guitar class is for 30 minutes at $5 per class and is for 5-8 year olds. The 3:45 pm guitar class is for 45 minutes at $7.50 a class and is for the 9-12 year olds. There is also room in the intermediate class, for students who already know the main chords. That class is also 45 mins long, costs $7.50 and is from 4:30pm onwards for any age student, as it is based on experience.
For further information, contact Dianne on 0210394939 or musicmakerdiannem@gmail.com
Talbot Dance Academy Lessons
After school Dance lessons with the Talbot Dance Academy are in the school hall on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Including jazz & ballet. For more information see their website http://www.talbotdanceacademy.co.nz/
Thinking Caps – Quality “in school” Maths Tuition Available
Email carolyn@thinkingcaps.co.nz or ph 09 424 3536 for further details
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