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.
This week I attended a very emotional farewell for a former Principal and friend, who is leaving a school after a long period of service. I was reminded of how strong the connection is between families and schools on a personal level. Although academic results, systems and structures matter, it’s the moments that are created by taking the time to really get to know our students, and through them extended families, that have a truly deep impact on lives. We are in this business because we love to develop those bonds with our students and make their time here at Snells Beach School as successful as we can. Parents have the same focus and together we can achieve great things. Thank you to all those parents who do connect with us face to face, via email, the Facebook page, or phone calls. Please let your child’s teacher know how they can best communicate with you.
Nga mihi,
Kathryn Ramel
Principal
School Diary
Week 9: 19 Sept – 23 Sept
- Fri 23.9 Full School Assembly – Kauri 2
- Fri 23.9 Last day Term 3!
School Holidays – Sat 24.9 – Sun 9.10. The Office will be open in the second week of the school holidays Tues – Fri, 9am – 3pm.
Week 1: 10 Oct – 14 Oct
- Mon 10.10 First day Term 4
- Weds 12.10 Closing date for Out of Zone Ballots for 2017
- Weds 12.10 Year 5 Camp Meeting 5:30pm
- Thurs 13.10 Pasifika Evening 5:00pm (for our Pasifika families). Details next term.
Week 2: 17 Oct – 21 Oct
- Tues 18.10 History Rocks Production – Matinee 1pm
- Weds 19.10 History Rocks Production – Evening 6:30pm
- Thurs 20.10 History Rocks Production – Evening 6:30pm
Welcome to Our New Students – we hope you enjoy your time at our school!
Anastasia Rex – Puriri 2 Cooper Steen – Nikau 1
History Rocks! – Production Tickets now on sale
Tickets are now on sale. There will be 3 performances: two evenings, Weds 19 Oct & Thurs 20 Oct. Starts 6:30pm, doors open 6:00pm. Tickets are a flat $5 per ticket for evening performances. Strictly limited to 200 tickets per night due to fire regulations.
There will be a matinee on Tues 18 Oct at 1pm (doors open 12:30),attended by local preschools also. For this performance only, preschoolers will be free & as well as parents/teachers supervising with Kindy groups. All other adults will need a $5 ticket.
The office will be open for ticket sales during the second week of the school holidays Tues – Fri from 9am – 3pm.
TICKET SALES WILL BE STRICTLY ON A FIRST IN, FIRST SERVED BASIS.
Senior School Speech Finalists
Our Senior School Speech Competition showcased speakers on a range of topics from Donald Trump to Pirates. Once again, the standard was extremely high, providing the judges with a challenging job. Well done to all finalists:
Alice Brooker (Yr 6) – Nancy Wake, Georgia Howlett (Yr 5) – War, Cortney Phillips (Yr 6) – Bill Gates, Cayden Steffener (Yr 4) – Pirates, Sammie Le Bas (Yr 6) – Donald Trump, Jacob White (Yr 4) – Minecraft, Jessie Chapman (Yr 6) – Money vs Career, Lakshmi Ranju (Yr 6) – Are You Being Tricked?
Huge congratulations to our place getters:
1st place – Lakshmi Ranju, 2nd place – Jessie Chapman, 3rd place – Sammie Le Bas
Special thanks to Kerry Gore for a huge effort organising the Inter School Speeches, held here at Snells Beach School also.
End of Season Sports Assembly
The Snells Beach Saturday morning Hockey and Netball Teams hosted their annual “End of Season” Assembly this week. It was nice to hear some of the highlights shared, with the consistent message being the huge level of development that happens as the season progresses. A huge thank you to all coaches, managers, parent transporters, and sideline cheerleaders that supported the teams this season. In particular Lovetta, Carla, TJ, Jean, Robaynne and Sarah from Netball, and Angela, Phil, Brenda and Tanya from Hockey. Your commitment made for an enjoyable season for many.
Cross Country Excellence
We were extremely proud of our 5 runners who represented the whole Mahurangi area at the Hibiscus Coast Cross Country Event held recently at Shakespear Regional Park. Congratulations to Jenna Brangwynne, Taine Mahue, Tommo McGuire, Quinn Morley and Sammie Le Bas. After winning the Mahurangi event by a huge margin, Sammie then went on to win the Hibiscus Event in similar style. Amazing stuff Sammie!
De-Clutter Your Home and Support the School! Collecting Goods for the Great Snells Trail Now!
This year our major school fundraiser the Great Snells Trail will be held on Saturday 19 November. We are collecting the following donated goods:
- Clothes – adults, children or babies. Time to overhaul your wardrobe ready for spring? Perfect!
- Toys – in working order (pieces checked)
- Children’s books
Please drop any goods either into the school office, or to your child’s class, any time between now, and November. The Office will be open in the second week of the school holidays Tues – Fri, 9am – 3pm.
Mahurangi East Library – Holiday Programme
As usual, the Mahurangi East Library are running an amazing holiday programme for kids of all ages. Click on the links below for details.
September 2016 Mini Punks Poster
September 2016 Tween Teen Poster
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
Thinking Caps Maths Tutoring
Thinking Caps run extra Maths lessons in school time at Snells Beach School on Tuesday mornings. We have seen some outstanding results@ Please contact Michele 021 173 6422 or michele@thinkingcaps.co.nz
Holiday Colouring Fun at The Warehouse Snells Beach
Looking for something to keep the kids entertained these holidays? The Warehouse are going to be running a colouring competition over the school holidays in store,starting from Monday 26th. Entry forms will be available to collect at any of the counters and there will be a post box in the foyer to drop off any entries. Entries close Sunday 9th October at 8pm. Prizes will be announced Monday 10th October and winners contacted.
Touch Skills Days
Free skills sessions for children from Year 1 to Year 8. Run by experienced players and coaches with a passion for Touch Rugby.
Wednesday 28th September & Thursday 6th October, Mahurangi Rugby Fields, 10am. Please register your interest by emailing mahutouch@gmail.com or find us on Facebook for further information (Mahu Touch).
Kidslink
Kidslink offer an amazing range of tutoring, counselling and other support services. We highly recommend you contact them & see how they can support your child and family:
Kip McGrath Warkworth
English and maths tuition aligned to the NZ curriculum. Programmes designed to suit individual learning styles for Years 1-12. Phone Ann Cook on 09 422 2305 for a free assessment.
After School Care
This will continue this term in Manawa 2. Care is available Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/ 3pm – 4pm $10 and 3pm – 4:30pm $15. Thursdays 3pm – 4pm (only – timetable change) $10. A small afternoon tea is provided. For further information/bookings contact Michelle 021 08269480.
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