Aupaki Rock Band Performance - Week 8
Tēnā koutou katoa. Tēnei te mihi atu ki a koutou,
Welcome to Grace C and Ava E-S who have started at Sumner School recently.
And so Term Three is rapidly drawing to a close, but the opportunities and experiences available to our students are certainly not slowing down! Over the last fortnight we have seen a huge range of events that our children could have been involved in, including; our 81 strong Kapa haka performing at Christchurch Cultural Festival, our two rock bands performing at Aupaki Rocks, Rapanui and our STEM Club’s visit to Tūranga, Te Wiki o te reo Māori , a visit from Court Theatre and a special visit for our Rapanui and Whānau students from Rochelle Paki the Bilingual Librarian from Christchurch City Libraries. I am very aware that these events don’t happen by accident, so a huge thank you to our incredibly dedicated staff and whanau who work to enrich learning at our school.
This term has been a pretty big one for our school and community where we have seen some huge changes around our school. I would like to thank you all for the support you have shown us as we have navigated the changes to our school site and the ongoing building work. I have been incredibly proud of our staff and students this term as they have moved into and set up new learning spaces while continuing to plan and deliver exciting learning programmes that meet learners’ needs, but also harness their strengths and interests.
Since moving into our spaces Rachel Kahi (Māori Leader) and I have been working with Mātauraka Mahaanui (Ngāi Tahu Mana Whenua) on the naming of some of our new spaces so that they reflect our community and our special cultural narrative. I am really pleased to share that Ngāi Tahu have gifted the following names to us.
Our Library has been gifted the name Puna Ora which means Fountain of knowledge and wellbeing and our wellbeing space has been gifted the name Waiora which is linked to health, wellness and wellbeing. Both of these names reflect the significance of wai (water) on our community and within our Cultural Narrative. Over next term we will work to embed these names within our school and everyday language.
Spotlight on Building Update… Over the last week you will have seen that the ‘haulage road’ up the middle of our field has now been completed. This road is to enable Citycare access to the old Tuawera buildings ready for demolition and rebuild. Although less than ideal, this is unfortunately the easiest and safest route for large trucks to access our site. I spoke with the children at assembly about the importance of keeping away from these fences at all times, even during weekends when they are using the field, as they are part of Citycare’s building site. Alongside the haulage road you may also have seen that work has started on the demolition of our old school hall. Contractors are currently working to salvage parts of the roof before the diggers move in for demolition. With the amount of heavy machinery working in this area we have closed the Wiggins Street access to the school site. Please ensure your children are using the Hardwicke entrances instead.
Spotlight on Learning Conferences… A reminder that Learning Conferences will be taking place next Tuesday and Thursday. Please make sure that you have booked an appointment with your child’s teacher and completed the pre-conference form that was sent home by paper and email earlier this week. If you haven't done so already you can book a conference easily by clicking on this link and using the unique code available from the Office or your child's teacher. Bookings will close at 3pm on Monday. Please also remember that school will finish at 1.30pm on Tuesday and Thursday to enable Learning Conferences to take place. We would appreciate your child(ren) being collected from school at this time, but if you are unable to we will be able to provide supervision until 3pm in the new library. Please contact the Office to add your child to the list. Email: admin@sumner.school.nz or phone 326 6546.
Spotlight on revisioning… Many thanks to those of you who have taken the time to complete the questionnaire for our revisioning work or popped into our coffee morning with the BOT. So far we have had 93 responses from our community. Your ideas really are invaluable to us as we co-construct our new Vision and Values together. We will be closing off the online survey next Wednesday so if you haven’t already and would like to share your thinking please do so here. The Board of Trustees will be working to summarise all of our thoughts and ideas into a (very) draft Vision and Values during early Term 4. We will then invite further feedback from you all in the form of a ‘speed dating’ discussion group evening. Our thinking behind this is that we will have facilitated discussions on the main themes that we have drawn out from our consultation led by passionate community members, staff and our Board of Trustees. Our community will then be invited to wander the hall opting into areas of interest to ensure their thoughts and thinking are captured clearly. More information on the date for this evening will follow next week.
Not Returning or New Entrant Enrolment 2020... We will be starting the process of organising the school structure for next year early next term. If for any reason your child(ren) will not be returning to Sumner School in 2020, could you please let the Office know as soon as possible by emailing: admin@sumner.school.nz. In addition, if you have a younger sibling that will be turning five in 2020 we would greatly appreciate you filling in an enrolment form as soon as possible at the Office. This helps us considerably with our planning for next year.
And finally… As this is the last newsletter for the term I would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy holiday with your Whānau. Many thanks for all of your continued support this term and I look forward to seeing you all in Term 4!
Ngā mihi nui
Anna Granger
Principal
This term has been a pretty big one for our school and community where we have seen some huge changes around our school. I would like to thank you all for the support you have shown us as we have navigated the changes to our school site and the ongoing building work. I have been incredibly proud of our staff and students this term as they have moved into and set up new learning spaces while continuing to plan and deliver exciting learning programmes that meet learners’ needs, but also harness their strengths and interests.
Since moving into our spaces Rachel Kahi (Māori Leader) and I have been working with Mātauraka Mahaanui (Ngāi Tahu Mana Whenua) on the naming of some of our new spaces so that they reflect our community and our special cultural narrative. I am really pleased to share that Ngāi Tahu have gifted the following names to us.
Our Library has been gifted the name Puna Ora which means Fountain of knowledge and wellbeing and our wellbeing space has been gifted the name Waiora which is linked to health, wellness and wellbeing. Both of these names reflect the significance of wai (water) on our community and within our Cultural Narrative. Over next term we will work to embed these names within our school and everyday language.
Spotlight on Building Update… Over the last week you will have seen that the ‘haulage road’ up the middle of our field has now been completed. This road is to enable Citycare access to the old Tuawera buildings ready for demolition and rebuild. Although less than ideal, this is unfortunately the easiest and safest route for large trucks to access our site. I spoke with the children at assembly about the importance of keeping away from these fences at all times, even during weekends when they are using the field, as they are part of Citycare’s building site. Alongside the haulage road you may also have seen that work has started on the demolition of our old school hall. Contractors are currently working to salvage parts of the roof before the diggers move in for demolition. With the amount of heavy machinery working in this area we have closed the Wiggins Street access to the school site. Please ensure your children are using the Hardwicke entrances instead.
Spotlight on Learning Conferences… A reminder that Learning Conferences will be taking place next Tuesday and Thursday. Please make sure that you have booked an appointment with your child’s teacher and completed the pre-conference form that was sent home by paper and email earlier this week. If you haven't done so already you can book a conference easily by clicking on this link and using the unique code available from the Office or your child's teacher. Bookings will close at 3pm on Monday. Please also remember that school will finish at 1.30pm on Tuesday and Thursday to enable Learning Conferences to take place. We would appreciate your child(ren) being collected from school at this time, but if you are unable to we will be able to provide supervision until 3pm in the new library. Please contact the Office to add your child to the list. Email: admin@sumner.school.nz or phone 326 6546.
Spotlight on revisioning… Many thanks to those of you who have taken the time to complete the questionnaire for our revisioning work or popped into our coffee morning with the BOT. So far we have had 93 responses from our community. Your ideas really are invaluable to us as we co-construct our new Vision and Values together. We will be closing off the online survey next Wednesday so if you haven’t already and would like to share your thinking please do so here. The Board of Trustees will be working to summarise all of our thoughts and ideas into a (very) draft Vision and Values during early Term 4. We will then invite further feedback from you all in the form of a ‘speed dating’ discussion group evening. Our thinking behind this is that we will have facilitated discussions on the main themes that we have drawn out from our consultation led by passionate community members, staff and our Board of Trustees. Our community will then be invited to wander the hall opting into areas of interest to ensure their thoughts and thinking are captured clearly. More information on the date for this evening will follow next week.
Not Returning or New Entrant Enrolment 2020... We will be starting the process of organising the school structure for next year early next term. If for any reason your child(ren) will not be returning to Sumner School in 2020, could you please let the Office know as soon as possible by emailing: admin@sumner.school.nz. In addition, if you have a younger sibling that will be turning five in 2020 we would greatly appreciate you filling in an enrolment form as soon as possible at the Office. This helps us considerably with our planning for next year.
And finally… As this is the last newsletter for the term I would like to wish you all a very happy and healthy holiday with your Whānau. Many thanks for all of your continued support this term and I look forward to seeing you all in Term 4!
Ngā mihi nui
Anna Granger
Principal
Calendar and Cards Art Work
The children have produced some fantastic art work this year and the online ordering is now open. Your child has brought home an order form this week with an individual code for the website: www.kidsartworks.com.
This order will close on Monday 30 September at 9am (first morning of school holidays). Please support this important fundraiser for the PTA. Calendars and cards, mouse mats and diaries make great gifts for friends and family for Christmas.
sumnerschoolcalendars@gmail.com
Spotlight on Excellence
Congratulations to the following students who received Surfer Awards at the assembly this week:
Sincerity: Jacob S for always having a smile on your face and a kind word to say. Your sincerity is appreciated in our team. Ka pai Jacob.
Unity: Sean B for displaying wonderful teamwork skills this term and listening carefully to everyone’s ideas. You do a fantastic job of including everyone when working in groups.
Respect: Hugo P for always displaying a respectful nature and sense of fairness which is always appreciated. You treat your peers and teachers with respect and set a great example. Ka pai Hugo!
Respect: Ruby H for consistently showing respect by listening carefully to everyone. You are a caring class member who always looks out for others.
Ka pai Ruby!
Empathy: Briana D for having a kind heart and a generous spirit! You are always aware of how other people are feeling and how you can support them.
Empathy: Izzi D for having a kind, caring and empathetic nature - it makes you a highly valued member of our team. Thank you for always supporting and encouraging your peers. Ka rawe!!
Resilience: Josie A for the way you have continued to develop your resilience throughout the year and the way that you can always be relied on to work responsibly on the task at hand. Ka mau te wehi!
Resilience: Baxter S for being a creative and curious individual, with a passion for learning and a determination to try new things. Kara whiua Baxter!
Congratulations to the following students who received Surfer Awards at the assembly this week:
Sincerity: Jacob S for always having a smile on your face and a kind word to say. Your sincerity is appreciated in our team. Ka pai Jacob.
Unity: Sean B for displaying wonderful teamwork skills this term and listening carefully to everyone’s ideas. You do a fantastic job of including everyone when working in groups.
Respect: Hugo P for always displaying a respectful nature and sense of fairness which is always appreciated. You treat your peers and teachers with respect and set a great example. Ka pai Hugo!
Respect: Ruby H for consistently showing respect by listening carefully to everyone. You are a caring class member who always looks out for others.
Ka pai Ruby!
Empathy: Briana D for having a kind heart and a generous spirit! You are always aware of how other people are feeling and how you can support them.
Empathy: Izzi D for having a kind, caring and empathetic nature - it makes you a highly valued member of our team. Thank you for always supporting and encouraging your peers. Ka rawe!!
Resilience: Josie A for the way you have continued to develop your resilience throughout the year and the way that you can always be relied on to work responsibly on the task at hand. Ka mau te wehi!
Resilience: Baxter S for being a creative and curious individual, with a passion for learning and a determination to try new things. Kara whiua Baxter!
Congratulations also to Isaac B who has been selected to represent Canterbury tennis in the annual fixture versing Tasman in Blenheim over the holidays.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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Cultural Festival Images Week - 8 
Rochelle Paki visits from the Christchurch City Library
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Mana Ake - Parent Drop In Morning
Linda and Roger our Mana Ake Kaimahi (support workers) will be on site next Wednesday 25 September from 8.30am-9.30am for a parent drop in session. Feel free to drop into the Library to have a chat about anything that's on your mind regarding the wellbeing of your child. Click here for more information about Mana Ake and the types of support they provide. |
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Book Week 2019
Week 2 of Term 4 will be our annual Book Week when we celebrate the joy and importance of reading! This year's theme is ESCAPE TO EVERYWHERE: A good story can take you to another world! Friday October 25th at 9:15am in the School Hall: Book Parade. Children come dressed as a character from another world, time, planet or dimension! Please do not feel that you have to spend money on an expensive costume. Changing up something from the dress up box is a great way to go or visit the $2 clothing warehouse in Ferrymead. It is not a competition - just a chance for the children to have some fun and use their imaginations! There are a number of activities planned including a visit from Jennifer Somervell, an award winning author from North Canterbury who will be doing interactive drama and writing workshops with the students. There will also be a book swap on Friday at lunchtime. Students can drop a book off anytime during Book Week and choose a book they haven't read on Friday. Thank you Yvonne Hall - Sumner School librarian |
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Turanga Library Trip - Week 8
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Save the date - FRIDAY 1st NOVEMBER
Information to follow next term. |
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Health & Safety Message from Van Asch Deaf School
Van Asch Deaf School notified us yesterday of concerns they have regarding Sumner School students skateboarding, biking and scootering on their driveway and turnaround off Wakefield Ave. There have been several close calls reported by residents in cars with students riding dangerously and being completely unaware of traffic coming and going. Please remind your children if they are using the grounds of Van Asch School to be aware of the dangers and preferably have them ride elsewhere to save causing any issues with the deaf residents at the school.
Dental Care during the School Holidays
The Community Dental Service will be providing dental care for children enrolled with our service during the upcoming school holidays. The clinics will offer treatment and relief of pain sessions by appointment only. To make an appointment please contact our Call Centre which operates between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday throughout the year.
The following Dental Clinics will be open during these school holidays:
- Woolston Clinic, 11 Hopkins Street, Woolston
- Hillmorton Clinic, Hillmorton Hospital, Sylvan Street,
- Ashburton Clinic, 38 Elizabeth Street, Ashburton
- Hornby Clinic, 2 Hei Hei Road, Hornby
If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance.
To book an appointment at one of our clinics please call 0800 846 983 or email commdental@cdhb.health.nz
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We have a wonderful class at Our Lady Star of the Sea for children wishing to learn ballet combined with jazz. For children 5-8 years of age new to dance. This popular class has space for Term 4 and the opportunity for the children to participate in the annual recital . If you would like to come along it is on Thursday 4 - 4.45pm with Miss Sinead in the school hall. Email the office for more details- office@annaleeschoolofdance.co.nz |
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Art After School with Jo Loughnan - Term 4
On Wednesday 16 October (Week 1) art classes will start in the Colenso Room from 3pm to 4.30pm. All classes are strongly based on drawing skills using pastels, dye, charcoal, chalk and paint. We cover a fun range of subject matter and complete a piece of art each session. Lessons are suitable for 6 year olds and up, everything is included in the cost as well as afternoon tea. The cost for the 8 weeks ( excluding Labour Day ) is $144.00 To book in please email Jo joloughnan@xtra.co.nz 
Spring Holidays – Junior Tennis Coaching Camp
Thursday and Friday, 10 &11 October. At Sumner Tennis Club 9.30am until 12pm Suitable for 5 - 12 year olds All abilities welcome. To register please Phone or text: Lynn 021 1632 032 |
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Ferrymead Bays Football - Term 4 Opportunities
Ferrymead Bays is offering two options for kids who wish to keep up their football involvement in Term 4. The Summer Skills Centre, held on Tuesdays Weeks 1-8, 4-5pm at Barnett Park, is for 9-12 year olds. The Girls Only Summer Hub is for beginning girls who may prefer to play in a girls-only environment - this will run for 5 weeks only. For full details, go to the Juniors page of www.ferrymeadbaysfootball.co.nz or contact Club Captain Ren Cameron at ren-dee@xtra.co.nz or on 021 0661294. 
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Thank you to New World Redcliffs for their generous sponsorship at the recent PTA fundraiser
Thank you to our newsletter sponsors
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