Tena Koutou, Talofa Lava, Malo e Lelei, Namaste, Ni sa bula, Noaia’e mauri, Fakalofa lahi atu, Kia Orana, Ni Hao, An Nyung Ha Sai Yo, Nay Ho. Greetings to our school families.
As we look ahead, you will note that only 2 weeks remain in Term 3. While it seems time has flown, looking back, we have also achieved so much, in such a variety of areas. It has been wonderful to see so many parents in the school supporting the various events – thank you.
A reminder that as we move into summer, that school hats will be required from day 1, Term 4 – please order new hats through the uniform shop, or school office. A huge thank you to Mon Genet for offering to run our Uniform Shop – we really appreciate it!
Mrs Neels has been working hard with our lead actors for the School Production next term, and their progress has been amazing. Events like productions are important reminders that schools are not just about the “3 R’s”, but instead need to provide opportunities for children to experience and shine in a variety of contexts.
Nga mihi,
Kathryn Ramel
Principal
School Diary
Week 8: 12 Sept – 16 Sept
- Mon 12.9 PUM 12:45 Parents to pick children up if possible
- Fri 16.9 AUT Trainee Teachers Finish
Week 9: 19 Sept – 23 Sept
- Mon 20.9 Inter School Speeches held at SBS
- Weds 21.9 11:45 Sports Assembly (Hockey & Netball). Parents welcome.
- Fri 23.9 Full School Assembly
- Fri 23.9 Last day Term 3!
Welcome to Our New Students – we hope you enjoy your time at our school!
Aaliyah Ioramo – Kau 1 Giselle Ioramo – Kah 1 Ciara Ioramo – Pur 1
Maia McGarvey – Kah 2 David Wenzlick – Kau 1
Reminder – Paid Union Meeting (PUM) Monday 12 Sept
If possible please pick up your child at 12:45pm from their classroom. All remaining children will then be moved to the hall for supervision. If picking children up throughout the afternoon, please sign them out at the office as per usual.
Production Dates
We are still finalising start times but the School Production (History Rocks!) will take place during Week 2 next term. There will be a matinee on Tues 18 Oct, and two evening performances on Weds 19 and Thurs 20 October. Ticket sales will start in the last week of term.
Introducing our BOT – Shane McGuire
Our family has lived in this community off & on over a period of 11 years, but we’ve been part of the Snells Beach School community since early 2012. My wife, Cherry, & I have 4 children and 2 of our sons attend Snells Beach School in Year 5 and Year 1. We love the life-style here with the beaches, beauty & friendly community, just to name a few highlights.
I was born in Wisconsin, USA & grew up in Colorado, but have been a Kiwi, at heart, for a long time now & consider NZ home, even though I may not sound like a New Zealander 😉 I currently work as a bee-keeper, however, my past job experience includes working in the outdoor adventure & building industry.
It’s a pleasure to be on the Snells Beach School Board for a second term and being able to work with Kathryn Ramel as our Principal. There are many qualities about our school that I appreciate such as hard-working, dedicated teachers, a great group of students & some important life-long values being instilled in a consistent manner.
Junior Poetry Recital
We were extremely proud of our Year 0 – 3 students who conquered their nerves, and presented at the Junior School Poetry Recital last week. The standard was impressive, even more so when you consider the short period of time that most of these students have actually been at school, and the large group they had to speak in front of. Well done to all our place getters:
Year 3: 1st Elyjah Howson 2nd Anthony France 3rd Seila Feleti
Year 2: 1st Royston Bale 2nd Marie King 3rd Amie Haines
Year 1: 1st Elsa Stanley 2nd Makeen Konate 3rd Dove Elton
Year 0: 1st Xander Love 2nd Jeslin Thomas 3rd Autumn Howson
Disaster Plaster Fundraiser – a huge success!
We can’t thank you enough for the way in which you have supported the PTA’s “Disaster Plaster” fundraiser. While the exact total is still being finalized, we are looking at a profit of just under $3000! This will have a huge impact on our school! Children who sold a box will receive a small gift in class today. The major prize for top-seller will be presented at our next Full School Assembly – week 9. The school would like to acknowledge the huge contribution Marissa Bale has made organizing this, assisted by Kim Love and Catherine Gleeson – great job ladies.
School Photos – with Little Doves Photography
Little Doves Photography will be at Snells Beach School on September 21st and 22nd for ‘Natural Light School Photos’. The children will be photographed outdoors in the school grounds, creating more casual and relaxed portraits than the standard school photos.
All children will be asked to be in their class and/or team photos (on the 21st). If you would like individual photos of your child (on the 22nd), please fill in the booking sheet your child will be bringing home
and return it to classroom teachers. Photos will be available for viewing and purchasing in a password protected online album, 2 weeks after the photo shoots. (alternative arrangements can be made for families without internet access) As a very special fundraiser, Snells Beach School will receive 12% of the total profit of this campaign.
Your child received a booking form today – please check their bags for it!
Mellow Yellow Pinkalicious for the Cancer Society
Sadly, we have all been affected by cancer in some way, and the Cancer Society is a charity which our school has a long standing history of supporting. We are proud to announce that this week we raised $290 to donate. Well done to the School Council for running the events on the day! A special thank you to Rosie from Nikau 1 who drew us a brilliant Daffodil Day logo for our coin trail.
Inter School Hockey
It was a busy day this week for our Senior Students at the Inter School Hockey tournament, held at the Warkworth Turf. Many thanks to the parents and supporters who braved the blustery conditions. All players represented our school with pride, but special mention to Jenna Brangwynne and Pearl Kleyn for an outstanding effort on the day, and thank you to Mr Chapman for his organisation.
Warkworth Athletics Club
Season runs from 12 October to 14 December 2016 and then again 8 February to 22 March at Shoesmith. Registration 14th & 21st Sept 5pm – 6pm @ Shoesmith. Enquiries: Mark Illingworth 09 425 9183 Two grades:
- Run Jump Throw: 6 yrs & under. Weds 5:30 – 6:45. $25 for the whole season.
- Athletics: 7 yrs & up. Weds 5:30 – 6:45. $50 for the whole season.
Centrestage Theatre After School Drama Classes
Term 4 starts October 17th 5-7 yrs, 8-10 yrs, 11-13 yrs, 14-16 yrs, adults. For more information or to book please phone 09 426 7282
And a school holiday show is on at Centrestage Theatre: Robin Hood and Maid Marian. A pantomime full of fun for the whole family. Shows 10.30am & 1pm daily, Oct 1-3 & 5-9
Book at Centrestage theatre 09 426 7282 or iticket.co.nz
After School Care
This will continue this term in Manawa 2. Care is available Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 3:00pm-4:00pm $10 per child or 3:00pm till 4.30pm $15 per child. A small afternoon tea is provided.. For further information/bookings contact Michelle 021 08269480.
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