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.
Just a very brief update this week, to say a very big thanks for your support this term, and to wish you all a very safe, and happy holiday break!
Nga mihi,
Kathryn Ramel
Principal
School Diary
School Holidays Saturday 30th September – Sunday 15th October
Holiday Office Hours:
The office will be open for uniform & enrolments in the second week of the school holidays, Tues 10 Oct – Fri 13 Oct, from 9:00am – 3:00pm.
Welcome to our new students – we hope you enjoy your time at our school!
- Laelah Ivil Kau 01
- Ollie Edwards Kau 01
- Anarisi Kanipule-Eritai Kau 01
Book Week Fun
What a fun week we had last week! Reading sets such a solid foundation for which our children to learn upon. We enjoyed celebrating books, and sharing together as teachers read to different classes, teddies were brought in as reading buddies, and there was amazing creativity shown when everyone paraded as their favourite book characters. We were delighted to find that our share of the book sales resulted in $1125 worth of new books for our library.
Inter School Speeches
Our senior students who qualified 1st (Cayden Steffener), 2nd (Macy Ramel-Spain) and 3rd (Finn Gibson) in our own School Speech Competition, went on to represent our school with pride at the recent Inter School Speeches. We were so proud of how they held their nerve, to speak to a room of strangers – a task many adults find scary!
Guitar Concert
The students who take guitar lessons with Dianne Morgan after school here on Wednesdays performed in her recent concert. One student from each class got a most improved prize of a camouflage kite and an Oreo Choc block. Giselle was the recipient in the 5-8 year old class and Bailan in the 8-12 year old class. Carlos was the winner in the Intermediate class. Well done everyone!
Holiday Programmes
Mahurangi Presbyterian Church
A KIDS’ HOLIDAY PROGRAMME is available for Year 1-6 youngsters in October, Mon.9 – Fri. 13 from 9.00am-12.30pm at Mahurangi Presbyterian Church, 5 Pulham Rd., Warkworth. This programme is called ”Guardians of Ancora” this being a fictitious land where many adventures can happen. At the end, we will offer families a free gaming APP based on the programme. We suggest a donation of $2 per day per child. Forms and more information available from Ann Cates at ann.cates @roke.co.nz or phone 425 0966.
Sir Peter BLake MERC Programme
Click on link for more info:
(2)School Drop off flyer – October 2017
Matakohe Kauri Museum Holiday Programme
Click on link for more info:
October School Holidays at The Kauri Museum DIY
Siblings Day
Siblings Day is an exciting Programme for brothers & sisters of kids with special needs. Click on link for more info:
Roller Disco
Friday 13th October 6-8pm
Snells Beach Mahurangi Hall
All details on facebook
skatescool.co.nz
Animates School Holiday Programme
School holidays are just around the corner, and for the first time, Animates is partnering with ‘Kids Safe with Dogs’ to provide the perfect activity to help educate children how to behave around dogs.
Your local Animates store will be hosting free seminars at 11am on Thursday 5th and 12th of October. Trained staff will use interactive real life scenarios, using a toy dog, to teach children how to behave around their own dog, and those that they encounter on the street.
Key points will include:
- How to approach a dog (when tied up, when eating, when in a car etc.)
- How and where to pat a dog
- How to make eye contact with a dog including best body language to use
- Learning the importance of always asking permission before approaching a dog
These sessions will also be beneficial you’re thinking about introducing a fluffy friend to the family.
There will also be the opportunity to ask the in-store experts for advice, and children who complete the workshop will take home a free activity book and certificate to proudly display on their wall or fridge.
Although bookings aren’t necessary, the events are usually well attended so it’s advisable to arrive early.
Art in the Holidays
Drawing and Painting one-day workshop for ages 7 – 12 yrs.
With step-by-step instruction children will draw then create a vibrant acrylic painting learning tips and techniques along the way.
Venue: Estuary Arts Centre, Thursday October 12th, 10am – 3.00pm
Cost: $55 (includes all materials)
BOOKINGS: admin@estuaryarts.org, Ph.09 4265570
Sandspit Yacht Club – Season starts soon
- Learn To Sail for 9yrs+.
- Sandspit Yacht Clubrooms at Algies Bay
- 8 week, 3hr courses, $160pp, includes Opti sailing boat for beginners.
- Sunday classes from 15 October 9am-noon. Wed classes from 18 October 4-7pm.
- Courses for more experienced children available too.
- Visit www.sandspit.org.nz. Email sandspitlearntosail@gmail.com.
- Registrations open now. Limit 12 per class.
- Open Day Sunday 17 October, 2-5pm. All welcome.
Warkworth Athletics Club
Warkworth Athletics Club: Club nights start again on Wednesday 18th of October. To join, come along to register from 5 till 6pm on Wednesday the 20th or 27th September at Shoesmith Domain (by the Soccer Club). Open to all ages. Under 7 – $25.00. 7 & over – $50.00.
Omaha Surf Life Saving
After School Care – Vacancy
HELP PLEASE – If anyone is interested in running the after school care on a Thursday term four only and helping out when needed. Please contact Michelle on 02108269480
Thank you to our sponsors
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