Sumner Time Warp Production - Week 9
Dear Parents and Caregivers
Tenei te mihi atu kia koutou. Welcome to Emma A, Skye I and Nathan S who have started school recently.
As another very busy but rewarding term draws to a close, I would like to thank everyone who contributed to this week’s school production - Sumner Time Warp. This was a wonderful celebration of the arts at our school with over 450 of our students dancing, singing and acting live on stage.
The most pleasing thing for me was the way that the production brought the school and community together for a common purpose. Ultimately this has resulted in a production that we can all be very proud of.
An event like this would not be possible without hours of additional commitment from our teachers and support staff. We were also fortunate to have an army of parent helpers behind the scenes who assisted with the amazing costumes, props and makeup. Thank you all for your support.
In particular, I would like to acknowledge Caroline Morritt who directed the production. I’m sure you’ll agree that she has done a fabulous job bringing all of the elements together. Great work Caroline!
In staffing news, I would like to thank Karise Zaalberg for her contribution to Room 13 and Sumner School this year. Karise is resigning at the end of the term to concentrate on her counselling career. Bridget Scoular will take over full time in Room 13 for the remainder of the year.
Finally, as this is the last newsletter of the term, I would like to wish you all the very best for a safe and relaxing holiday and I look forward to seeing you when school returns on Monday 16 October.
Have a great Election weekend.
Ngā mihi nui
Stuart Cameron
Principal
Create A Better Life
Our time together comes to an end we now leave you younger friends
Learn from all that you have seen today
You've had the chance to see the mistakes we made and the harm caused, now it's up to you to make a change
You have to take this message home, it's up to you and you alone to make a difference even when it's hard
Respect the earth it is your home don't take it for granted it could be gone, keep it clean and turn our wrongs to right
Take our dreams and make them true we place all our trust in you. Travel safe and create a better life
Extract of an Original Song written and sung by Ava B at the Production
Sumner Time Warp - Juniors
Congratulations to the following students who have recently achieved great results in their music exams:
Victoria A Grade 6 Flute - Merit,
Rico G Grade 5 Classical Sax - Merit,
Isolde J Grade 4 Flute - Pass.
Aupaki Kāhui Ako Update
Term 3 has been action-packed for the Aupaki Kāhui Ako. Our staff and students have been involved in a large number of activities this term including; the Aupaki Cultural Festival, Rock Band Concert and Speech Night.
The Aupaki Tech Fest also took place this term and saw around 180 students participate in workshops over two days heavily focussed on ICT and digital learning around the theme of Making Connections. This was a very successful event and one we hope to extend to even more Aupaki ākonga next year.
Aupaki enrichment classes for our Years 7&8 students continue to take place at Linwood College. In Terms 1&2, students took part in maths and debating enrichment lessons. The focus this term has been on celebrating Pasifika culture. This culminated in a fantastic fia fia show in Week 8 featuring a combined performance from both the Aupaki and Tamai Kāhui Ako (Bamford, Bromley, Linwood Avenue, Te Waka Unua and Linwood North Schools). To our knowledge this is the first time we have had two Kāhui Ako come together for an event like this.
All of the Kāhui Ako primary schools would like to thank Linwood College for continuing to offer an enrichment programme for our senior students. We look forward to the focus shifting to robotics next term.
A representative group of teachers and students from each of the schools also took part in a one day workshop at Core Education this term. The purpose of this workshop was to gather student and teacher voice on the vision for Aupaki moving forward. A number of next steps were created from the workshop including the need to develop a logo and establish an Aupaki Student Council.
In September, several Aupaki Deputy and Associate Principals attended the annual South Island DP Conference in Timaru. This was a great opportunity for these leaders to network and build relationships at this level. They have brought back a number of innovative ideas to consider implementing across the Kāhui Ako in the near future.
The term will conclude with the Aupaki Stewardship Group meeting for the second time. This group comprises of Principals and Board representatives from all 6 schools and is tasked with overseeing the development of the Kāhui Ako. Part of this will involve keeping our Boards of Trustees and communities
up to date with all of the progress that is being made.
Finally, an important part of becoming a Kāhui Ako is working together to raise student achievement across all schools in our area. This has started with the principals coming together to share each school's assessment data, analyse trends and identify areas of strength and areas in need of improvement for our ākonga. These discussions will be broadened to include all staff members, parents and students which will result in ‘achievement challenges’ being developed and submitted to the Ministry of Education. Once the achievement challenges have been approved by the Ministry, a range of interventions will be planned to address these areas of improvement. By collaborating and sharing expertise across the Kāhui Ako, we are confident that all children will benefit.
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Sunhats
A reminder that navy wide brimmed or bucket hats are a uniform requirement for students during Term 4. Hats are available at The Warehouse at Eastgate or from Mainland Uniforms. Order online at: wwwmainlanduniforms.co.nz |
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Board of Trustees Meeting
Please note that there has been a change of date for our next Board of Trustees meeting. It will now take place in the staffroom at 7pm on Tuesday 26 September.
Teacher Only Day - Term 4
Please note in your diaries that 16 November in Term 4 will be a Teacher Only Day. This is the Thursday before Show Day.
Voting for the General Election
The Sumner School hall will be open for voting for the General Election from 9am to 7pm on Saturday 23 September. No stiletto heels please!
Sumner Time Warp
Next PTA Meeting, Monday 30 October, 7-8pm in the 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
Calendars and Cards
Order forms for Calendars and Cards should be sent home with your child early next week if your child completed an artwork. Please see your child's teacher if you didn't receive a form with your special code. The closing date for orders will be Friday 20 October and delivery of your purchased items should be a couple of weeks later. Thank you for supporting this great fundraiser for our school.
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Port Hills Poroporo Planting - Week 8
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Sumner Time Warp Production
Ferrymead Bays Football - options in Term 4
Ferrymead Bays Football Club are offering summer football for kids. There are two options:
Skills Centre, for 9 -12 year olds – Tuesdays, 4.00 - 5.15 pm, at Barnett Park.
Girls Only Summer Hub, for girls 5 -13 years, who don’t have a lot of football experience and want to have fun learning football in a girl-only environment – Tuesdays, 4.00 - 5.00pm at Barnett Park.
Full details and registration on the Juniors section of www.ferrymeadbaysfootball.co.nz
Music Lessons
Hello, my name is Danial Neale and I am the owner of rockitCHCH, a local private musical tuition school. I specialise in teaching Guitar, Drums, Bass and Ukulele. I currently have some time slots available and I am looking for new students of any level, beginner to advanced. My lessons generally run for 20 or 40 minutes but I am flexible with times and pricing. If you are interested in learning a musical instrument, from a contemporary perspective in a fun, safe and relaxing home environment, contact me now!
For more information please check out:
Website: www.rockitchch.com
Facebook : facebook.com /rockitchch
Text: 027 8211544
Email: lessons@rockitchch.com
School Holiday Tennis Coaching Camp
Thursday, 12 October and Friday, 13 October. At Sumner Tennis Club 9.30am until 12pm. Suitable for 5-12year olds
To register please phone or text Lynn O'Dell 021 1632032
Art After School with Jo Loughnan
Term 4 art classes will begin on Wednesday 18 October (Week 1) in Room 12 from 3pm to 4.30pm.
All classes are strongly based on drawing skills using chalk, charcoal, pastels, dye and paint.
We cover a range of subject matter and complete a piece of artwork every session. Everything is included in the cost as well as afternoon tea. The lessons are suitable for 6 to 12 year olds.
The cost for the term is $144.00 (8 weeks)
For further information or to book in please contact Jo on 384 7506 or joloughnan@xtra.co.nz
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Science Alive School Holiday Programme Get Connected! A fun two hour holiday programme about electricity. "Get Connected" to Christchurch city centre and the rebuild. Then "Get Connected" to electricity through circuit building and design. When: 3rd, 4th and 5th of October. Price: $18 per child Click the link below to book for the programme. Get Connected for 7-9 year olds. https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/get-connected-juniors/christchurch Get Connected for 10-13 year olds. https://www.eventfinda.co.nz/2017/get-connected-seniors/christchurch Presented by Science Alive in partnership with Ōtākaro |
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