Senior Students in Samoa - Week 2
Dear Parent and Caregivers
Tenei te mihi atu kia koutou
Welcome to the following students who have joined Te Manawa this week: Rosa L, Isla C and Lyla L.
Principals Summary
- Samoan Overseas Learning Experience
- Canterbury Block Update
- Quiz Night
- Raffle
- Learning Conferences
- Disco
On Monday, our Years 7&8 OLE group returned from an action-packed week in Samoa. This was an amazing experience for all involved. One of the undoubted highlights was the school visits we took part in. We received incredibly warm welcomes from both schools. Our children particularly enjoyed spending time in classrooms and meeting their pen pals.
We were also very pleased to see that our shipping container had arrived safely at St Mary’s School in Apia. Below is a message from the principal of St Mary’s:
We are very grateful for the generous support you have shown all this time in trying to get the container prepared for our school. Words aren't enough to thank you for everything you have done for us at St Mary's, Savalalo. God bless, Sr Masela.
The group will be sharing their adventures at the full school assembly on 12 June.
Canterbury Block Update
After weeks of frustrating delays, we are delighted to finally see some real progress being made on the Canterbury Block. We will keep you updated as this develops but at this stage we are still working towards opening the newly refurbished building on the first day of next term. Exciting times ahead!
Sumner School Quiz Night
Preparations are now underway for the annual Quiz Night which will take place on Friday 23 June (Week 8). Tickets are $15 per person and will be available from the School Office soon. You might like to start getting your teams of 4-6 people together. Friends and family are welcome but please remember this is an R18 event.
We are hoping to see a big crowd there on the night battling it out for Sumner School trivial pursuit supremacy and vying for the coveted Sumner School Quiz Trophy. All of the funds raised from this event will go towards our new Library/Wellbeing Centre.
Raffle
As part of the Quiz evening we will once again be running a raffle draw. This has proven to be a fantastic fundraiser for us in the past. The raffle prizes will consist of one gift basket per class (16 in total). To help us fill these baskets with goodies, we are asking for each child to bring something small to contribute to a class gift basket. This could be anything ranging from a bottle of wine, a gift voucher or scented candles. You are welcome to drop your basket item off to your child’s class teacher starting next week.
The 16 gift baskets will be drawn on the night of the quiz. You do not have to be in attendance to claim a prize. A book of 10 raffles tickets will be sent home on Thursday the 8 June and will need to be returned with the money no later than Thursday 22 June please. If your child cannot sell the tickets for any reason, please return the unused tickets to school as soon as possible so we can attempt to sell them or feel free to purchase them yourself.
Helpers on the night
If anyone would like to help out on the night please contact Rachel Murrell 326 4248 or Rachel@darrenwright.com
Thank for your support
Sumner School PTA
Learning Conferences
Please diary Tuesday 4 July (1.40-8pm) and Thursday 6 July (1.40-6pm) for the upcoming mid-year Learning Conferences. This is the last week of the term. Please note that classes will cease at 1.30pm on both days. Once again we will be providing supervision in the Library for those children that cannot be collected at this time.
More detail about the Learning Conferences will be emailed out to families in the near future.
Disco
Finally, I would like to thank the PTA, Anna Granger and the Student School Council for all of the work they have put into organising this evening’s Disco. I’m sure it will be a fun night for all involved. A reminder that all children must be collected from the Hall Foyer immediately after each disco regardless of their age group.
Have a great weekend.
Nga mihi
Stuart Cameron
Principal
Board of Trustees Meeting
Our next Board meeting will be held in the staffroom at 7pm on Tuesday 20 June.
Samoa Trip
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Term 2 Activity Costs
Requests for payment have been sent to parents. Please contact sstevens@sumner.school.nz if you have not received one for your child/children. We would appreciate payment before the end of term. Thank you to the many parents who have already paid.
Years 7&8 Hagley Winter Sport
Today is the last day for payment if your child wishes to participate in winter sport. The cost for Term 2 is $60, and can be paid at the office in cash or by eftpos.
2016 Audited Financial Accounts
These accounts will be available for viewing in the office from Monday.
Requests for payment have been sent to parents. Please contact sstevens@sumner.school.nz if you have not received one for your child/children. We would appreciate payment before the end of term. Thank you to the many parents who have already paid.
Years 7&8 Hagley Winter Sport
Today is the last day for payment if your child wishes to participate in winter sport. The cost for Term 2 is $60, and can be paid at the office in cash or by eftpos.
2016 Audited Financial Accounts
These accounts will be available for viewing in the office from Monday.
Spotlight on Excellence
Congratulations to the following students who received Surfer Awards at the assembly on Monday:
Sincerity: Sam P for showing a sincere love of learning which sets a great example for others and becoming a real taken for modelling a growth mindset in Room 11.
Unity: Alfie S for displaying unity by maturely helping and guiding others to manage themselves.
Respect: Gracie A for showing respect towards other members of class through listening to others ideas as well as understanding and supporting any students who need help with their learning.
Empathy: Johnny J for always showing kindness towards other class members and noticing when others need help.
Resilience: Heather N for always showing resilience in her learning, being engaged and putting in her best effort with all tasks. She also starts every day with a positive attitude and supports others in their learning.
Sincerity: Sam P for showing a sincere love of learning which sets a great example for others and becoming a real taken for modelling a growth mindset in Room 11.
Unity: Alfie S for displaying unity by maturely helping and guiding others to manage themselves.
Respect: Gracie A for showing respect towards other members of class through listening to others ideas as well as understanding and supporting any students who need help with their learning.
Empathy: Johnny J for always showing kindness towards other class members and noticing when others need help.
Resilience: Heather N for always showing resilience in her learning, being engaged and putting in her best effort with all tasks. She also starts every day with a positive attitude and supports others in their learning.
Sumner Junior Surf Sportsmanship Award
Congratulations to Max L-H who received the Junior Surf Sportsmanship Award for being dedicated to his sport and making extra effort to assist another team mate in difficulty in the board race at the Canterbury Champs. In really tough conditions he abandoned his own race and went to the aid of his team mate who had been struck in the face by his board and signalled for further assistance from lifeguards. Well done Max!
Reminders for next week
School Cross Country - Years 3-8, 1-3pm, Monday 22 May - St Leonards Square.
ICAS Technology exam, Tuesday 23 May.
Junior Cross Country Years 0-2, 11.45am-12.30pm Thursday 25 May
ICAS Science Exam, Tuesday 30 May
Congratulations to Max L-H who received the Junior Surf Sportsmanship Award for being dedicated to his sport and making extra effort to assist another team mate in difficulty in the board race at the Canterbury Champs. In really tough conditions he abandoned his own race and went to the aid of his team mate who had been struck in the face by his board and signalled for further assistance from lifeguards. Well done Max!
Reminders for next week
School Cross Country - Years 3-8, 1-3pm, Monday 22 May - St Leonards Square.
ICAS Technology exam, Tuesday 23 May.
Junior Cross Country Years 0-2, 11.45am-12.30pm Thursday 25 May
ICAS Science Exam, Tuesday 30 May
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PJ Day - Week 1
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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.
Scholastic Books
Your child will have brought home a Scholastic Book order form earlier this week. Please order online with a credit card or have your order form to the Office by 30 May including cash or cheque made out to Scholastic Books. Sorry no late orders.
Travis Wetland Visit - Week 2
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Victoria Park Visit - Week 1
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Senior Trip to Samoa - Week 2
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Shirley Boys' High School - Community Open Night Thursday 25 May 2017, 6.30pm-8.30pm
Commencing in the Assembly Hall (entrance off North Parade)
Music and Sports Scholarships
Scholarships will be awarded to an incoming Year 9 student who shows exceptional talent, ability and potential.
Application forms are available http://www.shirley.school.nz/parents/enrolment/
Applications close 3pm Monday 29 May 2017
CV Gallagher Trust Scholarship Exam
Thursday 8 June 1-3pm in the Assembly Hall (North Parade)
Please register on the school website or at the school office. Phone 375 7057 office@shirley.school.nz
www.shirley.school.nz
Children's Yoga for 4-6 year olds
Would your child be keen to learn Imagination Yoga? We have some spare spots at the Huntsbury Community Centre Class, Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Excellent for mind-body-social awareness, managing emotions, developing confidence and self-expression. From their perspective it's a weekly, super-fun imaginative movement adventure!
Many Children benefit from this nurturing, creative & non-competitive environment.
Contact Lou on 0226 250 321 or hello@siouxiesolar.com
siouxiesolar.com/imaginationyoga
Would your child be keen to learn Imagination Yoga? We have some spare spots at the Huntsbury Community Centre Class, Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm
Excellent for mind-body-social awareness, managing emotions, developing confidence and self-expression. From their perspective it's a weekly, super-fun imaginative movement adventure!
Many Children benefit from this nurturing, creative & non-competitive environment.
Contact Lou on 0226 250 321 or hello@siouxiesolar.com
siouxiesolar.com/imaginationyoga
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