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Title Newsletter - 30 October 2017 Nau mai haere mai, Greetings | Tena Koutou | Talofa Lava | Malo e Lelei | Namaste | Ni sa bula | Noaia'e mauri | Fakalofa lahi atu | Kia Orana | Asalam Alykum | Ni Hao | Konnichiwa | An Nyung Ha Sai Yo | Nay Ho | Goeie Môre | Привет This week we look forward to our school production ‘Jungle Book ’many hours of preparation, learning parts, dances, stage props and rehearsal. There are many benefits of providing this opportunity for the children such as: Self Confidence Being part of a play shows children that there are people who appreciate them. School productions helps build up self-esteem with each round of applause the performers receive. Public Speaking Public speaking can be a huge problem for someone too shy or someone who lacks confidence. Being part of the production can help a student to move past their shyness and develop public speaking skills. Creativity School shows bring out a child's creativity in a way that no sport can. Commitment Being part of a school production is a great way to teach a child about commitment. When a student is involved in the production of a play, they realise that there are many others who are depending on them. Dedication Being involved in a school show requires a lot of dedication. A student must learn their lines and memorise stage blocking. Dedication is an important skill that is always used in the real world. Children learn this the moment they participate in a school production. We look forward to the production this week and celebrating the talent that is evident in so many of your children. Upcoming Events This week Wednesday November 1 School Production 7.00 pm Thursday November 2 School Production 7.00 pm Friday November 3 School Production 11.30 am Next week Tuesday November 7th Junior School Athletics Friday November 10th Team Photographs - includes all sports teams, enviro clubs, cultural clubs, student leaders
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Title Newsletter - 30 October 2017
Nau mai haere mai, Greetings | Tena Koutou | Talofa Lava | Malo e Lelei | Namaste | Ni sa bula | Noaia'emauri | Fakalofa lahi atu | Kia Orana | Asalam Alykum | Ni Hao | Konnichiwa | An Nyung Ha Sai Yo | Nay Ho | GoeieMôre | Привет
This week we look forward to our school production ‘Jungle Book ’many hours of preparation, learning parts,dances, stage props and rehearsal. There are many benefits of providing this opportunity for the children such as:
Self ConfidenceBeing part of a play shows children that there are people who appreciate them. School productions helps build upself-esteem with each round of applause the performers receive.
Public SpeakingPublic speaking can be a huge problem for someone too shy or someone who lacks confidence. Being part of theproduction can help a student to move past their shyness and develop public speaking skills.
CreativitySchool shows bring out a child's creativity in a way that no sport can.
CommitmentBeing part of a school production is a great way to teach a child about commitment. When a student is involved inthe production of a play, they realise that there are many others who are depending on them.
DedicationBeing involved in a school show requires a lot of dedication. A student must learn their lines and memorise stageblocking. Dedication is an important skill that is always used in the real world. Children learn this the moment theyparticipate in a school production. We look forward to the production this week and celebrating the talent that is evident in so many of your children.
Upcoming Events
This week
Wednesday November 1 School Production 7.00 pm Thursday November 2 School Production 7.00 pm Friday November 3 School Production 11.30 am
Next week
Tuesday November 7thJunior School AthleticsFriday November 10th Team Photographs - includes all sports teams, enviro clubs, cultural clubs, student leaders
Other
Tuesday November 15th Interschool Athletics – students selected from the middle and senior school athletics results Tuesday November 21st Whānau Hui 6pm until 8pm – further information will be sent home this week Friday December 8th School reports sent home Tuesday December 12th Junior Celebration Assembly 9:15am to 10:30am Middle School Prizegiving Assembly 11am to 12pm Wednesday December 13th Duty Awards Assembly 1:30pm to 3pm Friday December 15th Senior School Prizegiving and Year 6 Graduation at 11.30am School finishes at 1 pm Fintan Kelly Principal
FarewellThe Pakuranga Heights Board of Trustees wishes to thank Chris Burns for his time on the Board. Chris was on theboard for three and a half years and was an active member of our community who unselfishly contributed on arange of levels during his time. Chris resigned from the Board of Trustees in June this year.
AppointmentFollowing Chris’s resignation, the Board of Trustees contacted NZSTA, an organisation that give legal advice andguidance to schools. After following NZSTA advice, which included advertising in our local newspaper, we aredelighted to announce the appointment of Amanda Davids. Amanda is not only a parent who is passionate aboutlearning and all aspects of school life, but she also brings a range of skills and another cultural perspective. Fiona Bailey Chairperson
Production Week is finally here ... and we are all so excited! The Senior School have all been working so hard to create an amazing show, and we can't wait to share it with ourcommunity. The Jungle Book is not to be missed! We have three performances this week:
Wednesday 1st November- 7pm Thursday 2nd November- 7pmFriday 3rd November- 11:30am
Tickets are only $8 and can be purchased from the school office until Tuesday. From Wednesday, tickets will beavailable as door sales at Pakuranga Intermediate on the day.
To all Senior School StudentsThank you for all the hard work you have put into learning lines, dances and songs, creating props, scenery andcostumes, designing advertisements, programmes and tickets, or styling hair and make-up. The Production isgoing to be amazing because of you. A few things to remember:
Please remember your $5 for the show t-shirtPlease come to Pakuranga Intermediate at 5pm on Wednesday and Thursday night to prepare your hair andmake-upMake sure you have some dinner before you come
If you have any questions, please contact Bronwyn or Melissa: [email protected] [email protected]
Borrowed UniformIf your child has been given a change of school uniform during school, can you please ensure it is washed andreturn to the school office as soon as possible. We have a limited number of spare clothes which are frequentlyused by children who love to play in puddles or mud. Thanks for your help!
KidsLinkKidsLink is an online resource available to parents to find a range of services that specialise in working withchildren, teenagers and their families with issues that affect their learning, behaviour, development and well-being.
East Auckland bus network changesAll Auckland Transport buses travelling in and around East Auckland will change on Sunday, 10 December. These changes affect all services including routes, route numbers and busstops. To make sure you are aware of the changes ahead of time, visit
www.at.govt.nz/newnetworkeast (http://www.at.govt.nz/newnetworkeast) for more information.
Inter school Cross CountryOn Tuesday 12th of September, the top runners from our school cross country competed in the interschoolathletics competition. The day started out with a lot of excitement from the students who, unlike the parents andteachers, were not concerned by the dark clouds overhead. The course started out fresh for the Year 4 girls andboys but quickly turned into what resembled a bog by the time the Year 5 and 6 runners took the field. Despite themud, the students gave it their best and did really well on the day. As a group the Year 4 boys were awarded 5thplace overall.
Senior/Middle School AthleticsLast Wednesday was the Middle and Senior School Athletics Competition. The day started with the ever excitingMiddle School sprints which were followed by field events including high jump, long jump, shot put and a 200mrace. The Middles gave it their all out on the field and put on quite a performance showcasing their athletic skills. After a short lunch break, the Seniors began their sprint event and really gave it their best. The first three rotationsfor the field events were so competitive that they had to go into extra time with the fourth rotation taking placethe following day. As always the high jump proved the most popular to watch as the 10 and 11 year old boys keptgetting higher and higher. Overall, the day was an exciting exhibition of athleticism and team spirit by the Pakuranga Heights students andexcitement is building for the Junior School Athletics taking place in a few weeks time.
Upcoming EventsFootball Taster Session - 31 October - Year 0-4 Interschool Athletics - Wednesday 15 November at Lloyd Elsmore Park. Athletes competing will be notified byletter Junior School Athletics - Tuesday 7 November
Term 4 2017Term 4 Events
1. Next PTA Meeting - Monday 30th October at 7pm in the school staffroom2. Give it a go Family Fun Day – Saturday 11 November 11am – 3pm3. Pop up shop at the School Production – evening shows – 1st and 2nd November4. Mufti Day - Theme: Wheely Day – Wednesday 13th December5. School Disco – Theme: Graduation - Friday 8th December6. PTA Sushi Lunch – Thursday 14 December
Our new fundraising goal for the rest of 2017 and 2018 New rubberised matting on the Senior School Playground. This will replace the current bark surface and give thesenior school students a better all weather play area.
Give it a go Family Fun Day
Saturday 11th November
Pakuranga Heights PTA is holding a Family Fun Day on Saturday 11 November. We have invited a number ofcommunity groups and businesses to come along to show our school community what they offer and provide.There will be bouncy castles, games and of course yummy food for sale alongside the community exhibits. Put it inyour calendar now! And prepare to come on down for lots of fun!! We still need a few more volunteers to help for an hour on Saturday 11 December. If you can help, pleasecontact Rob Findlay: [email protected]
School Production Pop Up Shop
Evening Shows only – 1st and 2nd November
The PTA will be selling chocolate bars and sweets at the school production. There is no intermission, so we will onlybe selling before the show starts.
Disco
Friday 8th December
The theme for this term’s school disco is: GRADUATION. Our school dad DJ John is back by popular demand so thedance floor will be alive with smoke, lights and the best music in town! Come along for a boogie, a burger andsome baking!
Christmas Trees for SaleThe PTA will be pre-selling Christmas Tree’s at the Family Fun Day and in the following few weeks. Tree paymentswill be possible on Kindo and there will be cash sales as well.
Mufti Update
Wednesday 13th December
Our Term 4 Mufti Day Theme is Wheely Day!! Bring along your wheels for lots of rolling fun. $2 donation.
Drop In For a Hot Drink and a Chat
The Whanau Room beside the Junior Playground
The Whanau room is open for parents and carers to visit for a hot drink and a chat on Wednesday afternoonsbetween 2-3pm and on Thursday mornings from 9-10am. Come and have a relax while you wait for the end ofschool on Wednesday afternoons or come for a hot drink after school drop off on Thursday mornings. If you haveany questions, someone from the PTA will be there to help you out or point you in the right direction.
PTA MeetingThe next PTA meeting is on Monday 30th October, new faces are always welcome, please do come along.
Volunteers NeededThe PTA always loves to have more volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a great chance to support yourkids and the school. If you are willing to help out please contact us by emailing us [email protected]
We have had a very exciting term in Room 10 so far. Here are a few photos showing some of the activities thechildren in Room 10 have been doing to enhance their learning. All of our children and their whanau should bevery proud of what they have achieved in their first Term at school.
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