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1 LEAVE WITHOUT PAY DEDUCTIONS Please check your kindergarten e-mail for your deduction notification as these will be made in the 1st of March pay. As we wrote in the previous two Koreros... “If a teacher had more than 5 days Leave Without Pay during 2016, we need to make pay deductions as per clause 4.2.g of the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement. We will make these deductions from the 1 March payday. We have made the calculations and will be emailing people who are affected over the next couple of days. If you know, or think, you had more than 5 days Leave Without Pay during 2016 please keep an eye on your emails and get back to us if you want to discuss it.” Study Assistance Grant We are inviting applications for our Study Assistance Grant. The grant, to a maximum of $500, is “…for the purpose of undertaking a course of study that will upgrade or otherwise enhance a qualification in education.” Please send your applications to Karen Skett at [email protected] by 28 February 2017. The policy, with application form, can be found here or in last weeks Kōrero. Paid Union Meetings NZEI have asked us to let you know that the March 2nd meeting venue has changed and a new one will be advertised. Keep an eye out for a new update from NZEI closer to the time. We have received official notification that NZEI is holding Paid Union Meetings for members around our region between 21 February and 9 March. Members will have been sent the schedule of meetings and you will see that most of these meetings are at 3.30pm which is non -contact time for most of you and so it’s fine for any union members who wish to, to attend. For members in our Full Day Kindergartens this is a little trickier and we are talking with NZEI about how to enable to members to attend a meeting and/or hear the information. Full Day Kindergartens are likely to receive direct communication from NZEI about this. If you have any questions or need to talk about this please contact Karen at [email protected] or on 021 857 826. UPLC UPLC (for Kindergartens in the Upper Hutt area) meeting at Silverstream kindergarten at 3.30 on 22nd February. Grants Jan is about to make another grant application to the NZCT (New Zealand Community Trust) under the heading of Educational Resources. If your kindergarten requires some resources and you want Jan to include the request with this grant please obtain two quotes and email them through to her at [email protected] The close off date for having this information to be emailed is the 31 March. Hello - Kia Ora - Talofa lava - Kia Orana - Fakaalofa lahi atu - Malo e lelei - Malo ni - Talofa - Ni Sa Bula Vinaka - Ming la ba - Hola - la Orana - Halo ola keta - Mauri - Sabaidee - Namaste MAORI WORD OF THE WEEK IMPORTANT BITS AND REMINDERS Engari koe!: Get you! Gee, you're the one!
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LEAVE WITHOUT PAY DEDUCTIONS Please check your kindergarten e-mail for your deduction notification as these will be made in the 1st of March pay. As we wrote in the previous two Koreros... “If a teacher had more than 5 days Leave Without Pay during 2016, we need to make pay deductions as per clause 4.2.g of the Kindergarten Teachers, Head Teachers and Senior Teachers’ Collective Agreement. We will make these deductions from the 1 March payday. We have made the calculations and will be emailing people who are affected over the next couple of days. If you know, or think, you had more than 5 days Leave Without Pay during 2016 please keep an eye on your emails and get back to us if you want to discuss it.” Study Assistance Grant We are inviting applications for our Study Assistance Grant. The grant, to a maximum of $500, is “…for the purpose of undertaking a course of study that will upgrade or otherwise enhance a qualification in education.” Please send your applications to Karen Skett at [email protected] by 28 February 2017. The policy, with application form, can be found here or in last weeks Kōrero. Paid Union Meetings NZEI have asked us to let you know that the March 2nd meeting venue has changed and a new one will be advertised. Keep an eye out for a new update from NZEI closer to the time. We have received official notification that NZEI is holding Paid Union Meetings for members around our region between 21 February and 9 March. Members will have been sent the schedule of meetings and you will see that most of these meetings are at 3.30pm which is non-contact time for most of you and so it’s fine for any union members who wish to, to attend. For members in our Full Day Kindergartens this is a little trickier and we are talking with NZEI about how to enable to members to attend a meeting and/or hear the information. Full Day Kindergartens are likely to receive direct communication from NZEI about this. If you have any questions or need to talk about this please contact Karen at [email protected] or on 021 857 826. UPLC UPLC (for Kindergartens in the Upper Hutt area) meeting at Silverstream kindergarten at 3.30 on 22nd February. Grants Jan is about to make another grant application to the NZCT (New Zealand Community Trust) under the heading of Educational Resources. If your kindergarten requires some resources and you want Jan to include the request with this grant please obtain two quotes and email them through to her at [email protected] The close off date for having this information to be emailed is the 31 March.
Hello - Kia Ora - Talofa lava - Kia Orana - Fakaalofa lahi atu - Malo e lelei - Malo ni - Talofa - Ni Sa Bula Vinaka - Ming la ba - Hola - la Orana - Halo ola keta -
Mauri - Sabaidee - Namaste
MAORI WORD OF THE WEEK
IMPORTANT BITS AND REMINDERS
Engari koe!: Get you!
Gee, you're the one!
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CAMPBELL KINDERGARTEN UPDATE
Community Effort Saves Campbell Kindergarten and Karori Kids Preschool Campbell Kindergarten held a celebratory picnic today, complete with Zappo the magician, to mark their victory in the campaign to save the kindergarten site. On the eve of the presentation of our petition to parliament, the Ministry of Education announced that it plans to safeguard the sites of Campbell Kindergarten and Karori Kids Preschool. The kindergarten and the preschool were at risk because the Ministry transferred the land to Victoria University, and the university planned to sell it. Families at both centres have been involved in a campaign since late last year to get the university to change its position, and to get the Minister of Education to resolve the issues. They have lobbied university council members, Wellington City Council members and MPs, written letters, used social media to publicise the crisis, spoken out in the media and circulated the petition, which gained 1500 signatures. “The whole community made this happen” says Campbell Kindergarten head teacher Amanda Higgins. “We had a fabulous celebration today on our new grass - everybody has a sense of relief after all the stress and uncertainty.” Amanda says the campaign was used as a learning vehicle, and children, teachers and parents have gained knowledge about advocacy. She says it has been stressful and exhausting, and the teaching team is grateful for the support of other kindergartens in this campaign. Whanau Manaaki chief executive Amanda Coulston says it’s a relief that common sense has prevailed and the Ministry and the University have finally agreed that this is the right thing to do. “This decision shows that when the community stands up, change can happen. It is election year, and we need to remember that
we can win. Now we need to stand up and continue our campaign for proper funding of quality early childhood education for all
families.”
First Aid Refresher courses will be held on the following dates during the term break. You are able to enrol on these courses via HRNet. If you have any problems enrolling, please contact Hannah on [email protected] and she will be able to assist you. Tuesday, 18 April 2017 – (9.00am to 4.00pm) Porirua Club Thursday, 20 April 2017 (9.30am to 4.30pm) – Kahurangi Kindergarten, Masterton Monday, 24 April 2017 (9.30am to 4.30pm)– Silverstream Kindergarten, Upper Hutt Wednesday, 26 April 2017 (9.00am to 4.00pm) – Kapiti Training Centre (tbc) or Porirua Club– this is depending on numbers for the Kapiti Coast Friday, 28 April 2017 (9.00am to 4.00pm) – Porirua Club The Kapiti venue will only be used if there are enough numbers – therefore, please enrol asap in order that we can let our provider know.
FIRST AID
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KINDERGARTENS IN THE MEDIA
Left: Paparangi Kindergartens article in the Independent Herald about their new entrance way. (you cam view the article online here on page 5).
Saturday 25th February for all PCTs and their Mentors
We are looking forward to seeing all Provisionally Certificated Teachers and their Mentors at the planned Seminar on Saturday 25th February at Silverstream Kindergarten, Upper Hutt. As this is an important part of the Induction and Mentoring programme, all Provisionally Certified Teachers need to attend. Please bring your Induction and Mentoring Kit and PCT/Appraisal Folders to the seminar.
Please enroll on HRNET asap so that your enrolment is confirmed (we need numbers so that we have enough food, chairs and resources for everyone – thanks)
More details of the programme for the day will be in the KORERO next week.
Please contact Catha ([email protected]) or your Senior Teacher if you have any questions.
TEACHER CERTIFICATION INDUCTION AND MENTORING MEETINGS
Has your kindergarten been in the media lately? Or will it be in the future? Please let us know so we can save copies of it here at the head office as well as putting it on our website!
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FOR SALE/GIVE AWAY
Plimmerton Kindergarten have a Lenova screen and a Birthday chair for give away. Please contact them to arrange pick up ([email protected])
Mosaics Do you do mosaics in your kindergarten – or do you want to start? Would you like some more crockery for mosaic use? I have some old plates and bowls that are free to a good home. Email [email protected]
VACANCIES
HEART DAY
Have a Heart Day at your early learning service is happening again February 2017 to help fight New Zealand’s biggest killer – heart disease.
Heart Day will bring your staff, children and whānau together to celebrate what it means to look after your heart, while also raising money to support our charity. If you’re taking part in the Healthy Heart Award, you can use your Heart Day to help with the collaboration strand and engage whānau in fun activities around healthy eating and physical activity PLUS there are prizes for the following categories:
© Best whole centre engagement - children, staff and whānau too © Healthiest Heart Day kai © Most creative Heart Day learning experience © Most active Heart Day
More information can be found here and how to win: http://www.learnbyheart.org.nz/index.php/ece/heart-day
Teacher – Salary Scale K1 Heretaunga Kindergarten – Permanent Fulltime Teacher: There is a Permanent Fulltime Teacher position available in this kindergarten situated in the Upper Hutt suburb of Heretaunga. The kindergarten operates with five 6-hour sessions per week. An ability to meet the key tasks specific to this kindergarten, outlined in the Job Description, will be an advantage. Duties to commence asap or as negotiated. Applications close Wednesday, 22 February 2017 at 12.00pm. Parsons Avenue Kindergarten – 2 x Permanent Fulltime Teachers: There are two Permanent Fulltime Teacher positions available in this kindergarten situated in Levin. The kindergarten operates with five 6-hour sessions per week. An ability to meet the key tasks specific to this kindergarten, outlined in the Job Description, will be an advantage. Duties to commence asap or as negotiated. Applications close Wednesday, 22 February 2017 at 12.00pm. Island Bay Kindergarten – Fixed Term Fulltime Relieving Teacher: There is a Fixed Term Fulltime Relieving Teacher position available in this kindergarten which is situated in Wellington’s southern suburb of Island Bay, has three services operating on its site – Kura Pepe, Kura Tamaiti, and Isola, all offering different hours to give choice to families in the area.. This is a 1-year parental leave position and is contingent on this leave being completed. An ability to meet the key tasks specific to this kindergarten, outlined in the Job Description, will be an advantage. Duties to commence asap or as negotiated. Applications close Wednesday, 22 February 2017 at 12.00pm. Hataitai Kindergarten – Permanent Fulltime Teacher: There is a Permanent Fulltime Teacher position available in this kindergarten situated in Hataitai. The kindergarten operates with five 6-hour sessions per week. An ability to meet the key tasks specific to this kindergarten, outlined in the Job Description, will be an advantage. Duties to commence asap or as negotiated. Applications close Wednesday, 22 February 2017 at 12.00pm.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CALENDAR
Saturday, 25 Hui-tanguru 9:30am - 1pm Induction and Mentoring Silverstream Kindergarten
Wednesday, 8 Poutū-te-rangi 3:30pm - 5pm Storypark Workshop Johnsonville West
Saturday, 18 Poutū-te-rangi 9:30am - 3:30pm
Full Day Kindergarten Workshops Head Office
Wednesday, 29 Poutū-te-rangi 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Learning Through Movement Khandallah Kindergarten
Wednesday, 26 Paenga-whāwhā
9:30am - 12:30pm
Carrying The Tapa Head Office
Wednesday, 26 Paenga-whāwhā
9:30am - 3pm Leadership Hui Upper Hutt Cossie Club
Thursday, 27 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Dispositional Workshop Head Office
Thursday, 27 Paenga-whāwhā 1pm - 3pm Induction Workshop (Workshop Unpacking, Social Competency)
Cossie Club
Thursday, 27 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
WMK Social Competency Strategy Cossie Club
Thursday, 27 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Te Manawa Revisited Johnsonville Club
Thursday, 27 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Te Manawa Revisited Greytown Library
Friday, 28 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Priority Learners Aotea Lodge
Friday, 28 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Storypark Workshop Arohanui
Friday, 28 Paenga-whāwhā 9:30am - 12:30pm
Working with Under 3’s Paraparaumu Library
KAPA HAKA CALENDAR
Thursday, 16 Hui-tanguru 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Greytown Kindergarten
Thursday, 23 Hui-tanguru 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Kapa Haka Totara Park Kindergarten
Thursday, 2 Poutū-te-rangi 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Head Office
Thursday, 9 Poutū-te-rangi 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Kapa Haka Totara Park Kindergarten
Thursday, 16 Poutū-te-rangi 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Greytown Kindergarten
Thursday, 30 Poutū-te-rangi 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Head Office
Thursday, 6 Paenga-whāwhā 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Kapa Haka Totara Park Kindergarten
Thursday, 12 Paenga-whāwhā 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Greytown Kindergarten
Thursday, 4 Haratua 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Head Office
Thursday, 11 Haratua 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Kapa Haka Totara Park Kindergarten
Thursday, 18 Haratua 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Greytown Kindergarten
Thursday, 1 Pipiri 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Head Office
Thursday, 8 Pipiri 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Kapa Haka Totara Park Kindergarten
Thursday, 15 Pipiri 4pm - 5:30pm Kapa Haka Greytown Kindergarten
Thursday, 6 Hōngongoi TBC Combined before Conference TBC
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