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“Concord had a fantastic win against Carisbrook. It was 9-1 to us. Two people got ‘Player of the Day’, Tessa and Mahlia.” – by Tessa and Mahlia

* * * * * The draw for Tuesday 6th August is: Concord Flyers v Musselburgh Stars Crt 13 4.10pm

There are still a number of fees outstanding - $32.50 needs to be paid at the school office asap please.

CONCORD SCHOOL

NEWSLETTER

“Happy Successful Children Learning and Growing in Harmony with their World”

Dear Families

Welcome back everyone to school. I hope you had a great holiday. Its hard to believe we are halfway through the school year already.

This term is a very busy one with lots of things happening, such as ‘Stars on Stage’, Polyfest, a visit from the Life Education Bus and the cross country. Greater Green Island cluster sports are also starting tomorrow. Rugby – Cluster rugby starts tomorrow. Both teams are playing at 1.00pm on the bottom fields at Miller Park. Thank you to all those parents who are able to transport the children – a separate note went out yesterday regarding this. We will be leaving school at 12.30pm

If your child is taking part they will need shorts, rugby boots and a mouthguard (these can be purchased cheaply at chemists and sports shops). Jerseys will be supplied. Soccer – The first game of soccer will be next week. We still need more transport for this. Parents Group Meeting - There will be a Parents Group meeting this Monday 5th August at 7.00pm in the staff room. All welcome. Miniball – A reminder that there is no miniball game today. Lions Book Project – The Lions have been collecting books at Z Service Stations around town. The books are being redistributed to school children. Your child may bring home some books that they can keep. SWIS (Social Worker in Schools) – I am pleased to announce that Cindy Harliwich will be starting in Week 3 as our Social Worker at Concord School. Cindy will work at Concord for one day a week every Tuesday. She runs a number of very worthwhile programmes that I know our students will benefit from. Please read her introduction on the next page and contact Cindy or myself with any queries. Evelyn Mann (Dramaworks) – Evelyn has been, and still is, working with Room 5 on a variety of games related to drama. The children are having a lot of fun with this and are also improving their teamwork skills. We will try to put in some photos of this in future newsletters.

Dates to mark on your calendar: * Mon 5th Aug – Parents Group Meeting * Tues 6th Aug – BOT Meeting * Fri 9th Aug – Duffy Assembly

Steve Turnbull Principal

1 August 2013

ABSENCES – please PHONE 488 2204 or TEXT 027 391 9985 by 9.00am with the reason your child is absent (sick etc)

Every Monday

Clever Cats – This Friday Aug 2nd at 1.30pm

Assembly – Next Friday Aug 9th at 2.15pm

My Holiday

“Tunnel Beach here I come.” I said while drinking a can of green V. I ran down the hill and came to a stop near the

cliff. I walked down the hill and got to go down a tunnel and saw the beach. I was amazed at all the big rocks there were and I said “Can I climb the biggest one?”. Antony said “OK,

I will go with you.” So we did. I was tired, hot and sweaty after all that, then I remembered the very steep hill we had

to climb back up …” – by Breana

“It was bright, early and of course, it was the holidays. A delicious smell filled the air. Dad was cooking pancakes. I grabbed a plate and topped it with golden cakes. I grabbed

the maple syrup and squeezed it out. It was like thick honey fresh from a beehive. I finished up my breakfast and we were out the door …” - by Mia

“I start to jump out of my seat as I watch the last seconds of the school term nearly over, waiting for the relaxing holidays to begin. The bell suddenly lets out a loud ring to let us out.

We all rush out like a herd of elephants, organizing sleepovers and anything else to make two weeks fun …”

– by Ariana

HEALTH CORNER – CHILD RESTRAINTS

It is generally accepted that children under the height of 148cm should be seated in an appropriate child restraint. The specific type of child restraint you need to use depends on the age and size of the child, but it is recommended that children be seated in rearward-facing child restraints for as long as possible, due to the increase in safety these restraints provide.

Suggested guidelines for what child restraint to use: * Infant restraint: birth to at least one year of age (<13kg) * Convertible restraint: birth to approx 4 years of age (<18kgs) * Front-facing restraint: about 1 yr to approx 4 yrs (9–18kg) * Booster seat: from approx 4 to 10 years of age (18–36kg) * Child safety harness: approx 4 to 10 years of age (18–36kg)

As a general rule, if your child's head is /’higher than the back of the child restraint when seated, it's time to move them into the next type of restraint.

Some restraints fit the shape of some vehicle seats and safety belts better than others. Make sure the child restraint you rent or buy fits your vehicle's seats and safety belts properly, and child restraints now allow for this. Ask if you can return it if it doesn't fit properly.

Child restraint and medical professionals recommend that you keep your baby in a rear-facing restraint until they are at least one year old. This is the safest position for babies, and many child restraints now allow for this.

This information was provided by the NZ transport agency 2012. Ask for advice from a ‘safe2go’ technician at a Plunket car seat rental scheme or visit www.nzta.govt.nz

The Public Health Nurse for our School is: SUZANNE WILSON Ph 4769878

“Together We Learn and Grow”

Disco Friday 2nd August 2013

5-8yr olds from 6.00pm to 7.30pm 9-13yr olds from 7.30pm to 9.30pm

Green Island Football Clubrooms,

$ 2.00 - Entry Fee Drinks, Lollies and Glow Sticks for sale.

All children must be dropped into and picked up from the Disco by an Adult. Adult Supervision will be provided but we will not be held responsible for any children who leave the

premises without an Adult. Adults are more than welcome to stay

Incredible Years Parent Programme

Starts Friday 16th August 9.30 am -12 pm at Mosgiel Access Resource Centre, Green Street, Mosgiel  

 

The Incredible Years Parent programme is an evidence based programme that aims to reduce challenging behaviours in

children and increase their social and self control skills through helping parents and whānau develop effective positive parenting

strategies.

This programme runs for 14 weekly sessions (not during the school holidays) and is designed for parents of children aged

between 3 – 8 years whose children have recognised behaviour challenges that are causing concern at home and /or school.  

Parents can self refer or be referred by the school or other agencies. There is no cost to parents to attend this programme.  

Contact person: Rayleen Hubac rayleenh@psotago.org.nz

Ph: 477 7115

Social Worker in Schools Hi, my name is Cindy Harliwich and I am the Social Worker in Schools (SWiS) for Concord School and Carisbrook School. I work with children one-on-one or with small groups of children for lots of reasons including issues with friends or peers, problems at home or school, low self-esteem or confidence, and strategies for identifying and managing their feelings.

I am also available to support parents/caregivers or provide referrals to other supports and resources within the community.

Social Worker in Schools is a free, voluntary support service and parental consent must be received before any support can be provided to your child.

Please feel free to contact me to discuss a referral if you believe that your child or family would like my support. Alternatively you can discuss a possible referral with the Principal.

I will be based at Concord School on Tuesday’s from 9.00am – 3.00pm. Outside of these hours I am available by phone or email. Office: 4563400 Mobile: 0272244447 Email: cindy@familycare.co.nz

Lucky Book Club

The next Lucky Book Club order was distributed

today and closes next Friday 9th August. Please

return money and orders to the office.

FOR SALE

Round kitchen table and four chairs. Good condition.

Ph 456 1585