Sumner School Mountain Bike Team - Competition at Mc Leans Island, Week 10
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Tena te mihi atu kia koutou
Welcome to the following students who joined us recently: Joe & Louis P-J.
It is hard to believe that we have reached the end of Term already. The last 11 weeks seem to have raced by. I suppose that has a lot to do with the amount of opportunities that have been made available to the children by our hard working staff. Highlights of Term 1 have included, Years 5&6 Have a Go at Sailing, the Glendal School Exchange, Swimming Sports and Splash and Dash, visits to Ferrymead Historic Park, Learning Conferences and the 80s Prom Night.
The major focus for us inside the classroom has been a school-wide unit entitled Turangawaewae (the place on which we stand). During this unit the children learned about how Sumner has been used historically with a big focus on the cultural narrative. This cultural narrative will be used to help “tell the story" of our suburb and school when our property work has been completed.
Next term the focus will move to the concept of Kaitiakitanga (guardianship) where the children will explore ways of caring for our local environment including getting involved in a restoration project for the Port Hills following the bushfires. This unit will culminate in a very exciting visit to our school from a world renowned conservationist. Watch this space for more details!
Dear Parents & Caregivers
Tena te mihi atu kia koutou
Welcome to the following students who joined us recently: Joe & Louis P-J.
It is hard to believe that we have reached the end of Term already. The last 11 weeks seem to have raced by. I suppose that has a lot to do with the amount of opportunities that have been made available to the children by our hard working staff. Highlights of Term 1 have included, Years 5&6 Have a Go at Sailing, the Glendal School Exchange, Swimming Sports and Splash and Dash, visits to Ferrymead Historic Park, Learning Conferences and the 80s Prom Night.
The major focus for us inside the classroom has been a school-wide unit entitled Turangawaewae (the place on which we stand). During this unit the children learned about how Sumner has been used historically with a big focus on the cultural narrative. This cultural narrative will be used to help “tell the story" of our suburb and school when our property work has been completed.
Next term the focus will move to the concept of Kaitiakitanga (guardianship) where the children will explore ways of caring for our local environment including getting involved in a restoration project for the Port Hills following the bushfires. This unit will culminate in a very exciting visit to our school from a world renowned conservationist. Watch this space for more details!
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In building news, I’m very pleased to inform you that the asbestos has been successfully removed from the Canterbury Block and the project is back on track. You will see from the picture to the right that only the bare bones of the original building remain. It is exciting to think that the next time we see this building it will be completely transformed.
Finally, I'd like to extend another huge thank you to the the 80s Prom Night organising committee who did an amazing job with this event. We're delighted that the Prom managed to raise around $26,000 for the school! A significant amount of this money was raised through generous sponsorship and auction prizes and we are very appreciative for the support we received. Have a safe and relaxing holiday. I look forward to seeing you all when school returns on Monday 1 May. Nga mihi Stuart Cameron Principal |
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Spotlight on Excellence
Last Friday, twelve Sumner School students competed in the Huxster Primary School Mountain Bike Relay event at McLeans Island. Nearly 500 children, from 30 schools around Canterbury turned out in the aftermath of Cyclone Debbie to race in teams of two around the very wet and muddy tracks; the challenge being to complete as many laps of the 4.5km circuit as possible in 3 hours.
There were some fantastic results from this relatively small group of keen Sumner mountain bikers (some schools were represented by over 50 riders). Of just six Sumner School teams, four were medal winners and placed in the top 5 in their category. Also worth a mention is the outstanding result by Amelia S and Theo B-M, who not only won the Years 7&8 Mixed Team category, but also finished in 6th place in the event overall. Well done to all the children for showing such determination and great team spirit and to all the parents involved in supporting the racers on the day!
Full results were:
There were some fantastic results from this relatively small group of keen Sumner mountain bikers (some schools were represented by over 50 riders). Of just six Sumner School teams, four were medal winners and placed in the top 5 in their category. Also worth a mention is the outstanding result by Amelia S and Theo B-M, who not only won the Years 7&8 Mixed Team category, but also finished in 6th place in the event overall. Well done to all the children for showing such determination and great team spirit and to all the parents involved in supporting the racers on the day!
Full results were:
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Years 7&8 Boys
5th place: Tom W and Cameron M 36th place: Sam C and Max L-H |
Years 7&8 Girls
24th place: Neave P and Millie B |
Years 7&8 Mixed
1st Place: Amelia S and Theo B-M |
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Years 5&6 Boys 4th place: Callum G and Henry R |
Years 5&6 Girls 2nd Place: Holly S and Jessica L |
Canterbury Swimming Champs
Congratulations to Luca L who placed 2nd in the 12 year old boys Breaststroke and to the 10 year old Relay Team who placed 3rd: Archie G, Sam C, Jessica L and Grace H. Well done!
Congratulations to the following students who received Surfer Awards at the assembly on Monday:
Unity: Jack B for making an impressive transition to the senior school, consistently displaying self regulation and a willingness to take on new challenges.
Unity: Caitlyn D for consistently displaying the SURFER values to an exemplary standard, in all aspects of school life.
Fairness: Arlie L for allowing others in the class the opportunity to answer questions and for always displaying honesty when engaged in all lessons.
Respect: Patrick A for the responsible way in which you chose to stop on your way to school and collect rubbish when a van reversed into a bin.
Respect: Axel E for the responsible way in which you chose to stop on your way to school and collect rubbish when a van reversed into a bin.
Respect: Niko D for the responsible way in which you chose to stop on your way to school and collect rubbish when a van reversed into a bin.
Self Regulation: Enzo P for developing and showing good self-regulation and time management skills in the class environment.
Maturity: Victoria A for consistently demonstrating a respectful and mature approach to her learning opportunities, and a willingness to work collaboratively with others.
Respect: Lilli M for showing respect for others in the learning hub and always doing her best.
Respect: Lila L for demonstrating maturity and dedication towards the many school activities she involves herself in, and therefore being a positive role model to others.
Resilience: Levi H for showing resilience and self management skills when completing learning tasks before deadlines.
Resilience: Cameron M for putting 100% into his learning and taking on new opportunities, even if it requires him to step out of this comfort zone.
Sincerity: Ned P for showing sincerity towards his classroom tasks and self management skills when meeting deadlines.
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Years 5&6 Have a Go Sailing - Week 8
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Term 1 Activity Fees
The costs for Term 1 activities were emailed to parents near the beginning of this term. The school has already paid the suppliers of these activities, so we would be very grateful if parents could pay these costs to school by the end of term.
Duplicate Receipts for Donations
Receipts for school donations are emailed to parents at the time of payment. Please keep these in a safe place as issuing duplicate receipts is time consuming. A reminder that today is the last day to claim a $10 discount if you are paying the full amount of the school donation.
2017-2018 Entertainment Books
Sumner School PTA is happy to be selling the new Entertainment Books where all money raised will go directly to the school and the new Library/Well Being Centre.
To pre order your Book or Digital Membership giving you up to $20,000 of value please order online at:
www.entbook.co.nz/134145w
New display book will be at the School Office soon for you to check out.
For any questions please phone Jo Newsham 022 1612851.
Years 5&6 Have A Go Sailing At Moncks Bay
Board of Trustees Meeting
Our next Board meeting will be held in the staffroom at 7pm on Tuesday 2 May.
Next PTA Meeting, Monday 8 May 7 - 8pm School Staffroom
Join the PTA! Because many hands make light work….
All school parents are welcome to ANY PTA meetings. You can choose to officially join in our meetings and have a specific role, or just be someone who helps out with special events from time to time. Fresh faces and bright ideas are always welcome!!
Please feel free to contact Amanda Price for any information about the PTA on 027 4888117 or via email: pta@sumner.school.nz
We are also looking for a Treasurer for the PTA. If interested please contact Amanda Price for more information.
Join our PTA Facebook Page Sumner School PTA to keep up to date with all our events.
Art After School with Jo Loughnan
Term 2 art classes
Art classes will begin on Wednesday 3 May ( Week 1) from 3pm to 4.30pm in Room 12.
All classes are strongly based on drawing skills using pastels, charcoal, chalk, dye and some paint. We cover a fun range of subject matter and complete a piece of artwork every session. Classes are suitable for 6 to 12 year olds. All materials and afternoon tea is included in the cost.
The cost for the term is $180.00 (10 weeks).
To book in or for more information please contact Jo at 384 7506 or joloughnan@xtra.co.nz
Dental Services over the School Holidays
The Community Dental Service will operate an emergency service over the school holidays. This service is to provide relief of pain only and will not undertake ‘routine’ treatment. The service will be available each working day from 8:45am until 12:30pm from the Hillmorton Community Clinic, Sylvan Street, Christchurch for the following times:
Tuesday, 18 April to 21 April 2017 (excluding weekends) and Monday, 24 April and Wednesday, 26 April to Friday, 28 April 2017 (excluding weekends).
This service will operate by appointment only and if we are unable to see your child, alternative options will be given. If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance.
You can phone and make an appointment for the emergency clinic by ringing 0800 846 983.
The Community Dental Service will operate an emergency service over the school holidays. This service is to provide relief of pain only and will not undertake ‘routine’ treatment. The service will be available each working day from 8:45am until 12:30pm from the Hillmorton Community Clinic, Sylvan Street, Christchurch for the following times:
Tuesday, 18 April to 21 April 2017 (excluding weekends) and Monday, 24 April and Wednesday, 26 April to Friday, 28 April 2017 (excluding weekends).
This service will operate by appointment only and if we are unable to see your child, alternative options will be given. If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance.
You can phone and make an appointment for the emergency clinic by ringing 0800 846 983.
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MARIAN COLLEGE, 122 BARBADOES STREET, OPEN DAY
TUESDAY 9TH MAY, 3.00 P.M. TO 6.30 P.M.
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Fuse Holiday programme is happening for both weeks over the April holidays! Get in quick and reserve your place! We will be running the holiday programme over two weeks from: The 17 – 21 of April (Starting Tuesday due to Easter Monday) and the 24 - 28 (the 25th is not operating as it is ANZAC day) Please send us a registration ASAP if you would like your child to be involved with this awesome programme, thank you!! We are filling up fast and have a limited number of places! Drop off is from 8.30am and pick up is at 3pm. This programme is for students Years 6 - 9. We have an amazing set of activities organised for the programme as you can see above! Cost: $45 per day or $170 for a full week (can be paid by cash, cheque or bank transfer). Places are limited and fill up quickly so make sure you get in quick!!! Unfortunately our sign in sheet on the website is not working right now so just let us know you would like to register your child and we will send through a form for you to fill out. Email us at: shoreline_youth_trust@hotmail.com We are fully approved by CYFS, MSD and OSCAR. This means that you may be eligible for a subsidy. To find out more got to: www.workandincome.govt.nz |
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