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Nga Mihi Nui Whanau Issue 4 24 March 2016 It was brilliant seeing so many parents on camp this year. I spent a night out at Wainui Bay with the Year 3 students and counted over 14 awesome parents who were joining in on their child’s camp. Relationships are one of the best outcomes of these events. We all (Teachers, Parents and Students) spend time together and start feeling more comfortable around each other. It is difficult to develop a relationship ‘popping’ into school every now again. If you care about your child’s success at school you must take the time to get to know their teacher, school and friends. This is why we plan camps for Term 1 to provide a relaxed setting to start these relationships. Not so long ago it could be uncomfortable going into a school setting. We really work at this and the feedback suggests we do well in providing a school that is welcoming to parents. Thanks to all the parents that gave up their time. con’t over the page.

Principal’s Korero (con’t from front page)

On Tuesday two Rippa Rugby teams were part of the Far North Rippa Rugby tournament. There were a lot of students from all the local schools. Our students played their hearts out and because of the busy nature of this term had not had a lot of training. They were a very easy group to take out of school, awesome manners and caring of each other. Well done. We also had students compete in the Eastern Zone swimming sports with our students getting in the Top 3 twenty times, Mena and Caitlin in all their events. Impressive work! The Survey that we sent out at the beginning of the term has provided some amazing advice, ideas and directions for the school. The amount of thought that has gone into the feedback is really appreciated and shows how engaged many of our parents are. Lots of comments about Kaitiaki of the Environment, Creativity, Kindness and Outdoor activities which is really exciting. The basics of education are really important (Reading, Writing and Maths) but there are other areas that are important, manners, kindness, environment, creativity and connecting with the outdoors to name a few. I watched our students standing up on paddleboards and kayaking and saw the confidence and skills growing in front of my eyes. All of these things connected together will create a really exciting, challenging and fun learning environment at Mangonui. We now will do the survey with teachers, students and Board members. Once we have got all of the survey’s collected they will be then sent to ‘Sharp Governance’ where they will pick it apart and find trends and patterns. It is really important that ‘we’ (Management) are taken out of the equation as we want to achieve a Vision, Goals and Learning Curriculum that represents the thinking of our community. Board of Trustee elections happen on 3 June. The current Board have only two meetings left before a new Board replaces them. If you are interested in becoming part of the governance team for our school go online to (http://www.trustee­election.co.nz/). There are some really good resources that explain the basics of becoming a Board member. It is a special position and does involve some time to prepare for meetings so that you are a functional, informed and engaged member. It is not a vast amount but a couple hours before each meeting. Another thing to consider is that the Mangonui School Board should represent our community, Pakeha, Maori, Pacifica, Male, Female, Young, Old, Academic, Sporty, Townie, Rural etc. Times are changing and it would good to see a representation of our unique community on our school Board. Dave Sedcole

Tips for Reading with your children

1. Choose a quiet time Set aside a quiet time with no distractions. Ten to fifteen minutes is usually long enough. 2. Make reading enjoyable Make reading an enjoyable experience. Sit with your child. Try not to pressurise if he or she is reluctant. If your child loses interest then do something else. 3. Maintain the flow If your child mispronounces a word do not interrupt immediately. Instead allow opportunity for self­correction. It is better to tell a child some unknown words to maintain the flow rather than insisting on trying to build them all up from the sounds of the letters. If your child does try to 'sound out' words, encourage the use of letter sounds rather than 'alphabet names'. 4. Be positive If your child says something nearly right to start with that is fine. Don't say 'No. That's wrong,' but 'Let's read it together' and point to the words as you say them. Boost your child's confidence with constant praise for even the smallest achievement. 5. Success is the key Parents anxious for a child to progress can mistakenly give a child a book that is too difficult. This can have the opposite effect to the one they are wanting. Remember 'Nothing succeeds like success'. Until your child has built up his or her confidence, it is better to keep to easier books. Struggling with a book with many unknown words is pointless. Flow is lost, text cannot be understood and children can easily become reluctant readers. 6. Visit the Library Encourage your child to use the public library regularly. 7. Regular practice Try to read with your child on most school days. 'Little and often' is best. Teachers have limited time to help your child with reading. 8. Communicate Your child will most likely have a reading diary from school. Try to communicate regularly with positive comments and any concerns. Your child will then know that you are interested in their progress and that you value reading. 9. Talk about the books There is more to being a good reader than just being able to read the words accurately. Just as important is being able to understand what has been read. Always talk to your child about the book; about the pictures, the characters, how they think the story will end,

their favourite part. You will then be able to see how well they have understood and you will help them to develop good comprehension skills. 10. Variety is important Remember children need to experience a variety of reading materials eg. picture books, hard backs, comics, magazines, poems, and information books.

Term 1 Weeks 7 and 8

Principal Award ­ Ruby Apatu ­ Kaitiaki of Learning Emma­Jane, Lyric, Tatum, Erica, Danielle, Mena, Georgia, Danny,

Mena, Patricia, Brooke, Alexis, Paradise, Hunna ­ Jump Jam Kaitiaki

Kotuku Caught Being Good Awards ­ Tatum Carson for working hard and trying her best in all her mahi. Awatea Smith for working hard to stay on task. Katiaiki to self ­ Georgia Phillipps ­ Working hard to solve her maths problems. Kaitiaki to self and others ­ Ariki Smith ­ Finishing his mahi off in his own time and helping others with their learning. Certificates to Thomas Hetaraka­Peterson ­ Having an awesome week ­ Keep up the positive attitude! Ben Moore ­ Staying focused and getting on with his mahi.

Taniwha class ­ Active Ferns, Kowhai and Tuatara The Duffy Caught being Good Awards went to Reagan Haora­Tibble ­ Good all over camp. Isaac Harley ­A pleasure to take on camp. We love your sense of humour.Tiziana Schmucki ­Giving everything a go with a huge smile on your face. Hana Para ­ Being such a great help on camp. Ethan Ti’i ­ Being a Superstar on camp ­ you had such a great can do attitude. Jorja Pedersen ­ You were an absolute delight on camp, always doing the right thing. Kaitiaki Awards went toDylan Mdouari ­Thanks for being so helpful on camp. Kaylee Franklin ­ Fearless in every way ­ even dishes. Caleb Strawbridge ­ You were Kaitiaki to that wee fishy. Zion Tatai ­ Kaitiaki to yourself on camp ­ You were keen to give everything a go. Melody Vahaakolo ­Your attitude on camp was superior. You were a lot of fun to camp with. Susan Timmermans ­You were Kaitiaki to yourself, others and our beautiful environment at camp! Learning Awards went to Hans Haufe ­ Fantastic writing ­ your information report was very informative. Denham Davey ­Fantastic work ethic this week ­ you produced some excellent work. Olympiah Hetaraka­Peterson ­Ka pai on a great week of mahi ­ keep it up. Jade Gore­Easton ­ You knuckled down and worked really hard this week Jade. Brodie Forrest ­You tried so hard on camp and gave everything a go ­ well done. Neveah Tomars­Heta ­ Ka pai on the 100% effort to your learning.

Taonga The Duffy Caught Being Good went toRiley Marshfor getting on with his mahi and trying his best.Milan Gounderfor great ideas and details in his writing. The Kaitiaki Awards went to Millan Bradbury for being an excellent class Rangatira (Leader) and

Kaitiaki of yourself and others.Husayn Nohotahifor accelerating from level 5 to level 13 in his reading and still moving quickly! Student of the Week went to Marley Matia for having an awesome attitude and being willing to ‘have a go’. Molly Para for being focused and on task all of the time. 25 nights Reading Awards went toMilan Gounder, Chelsea Hoult, Brendon Dowman, Millan Bradbury, Te Ohu Broughton, Husayn Nohotahi, Jonta Leger and Ace Skinner.

Nga Ringa Awhina The Duffy Caught Being Good Award went to Kuirau Edwardsfor awesome writing. The Kaitiaki Awards went to Kowhai Tomars for looking after the classroom i­Pads. Frances Edmonds for being on task and focused with her learning. Student of the Week ­ Luca Gorgettifor producing some amazing writing. Fern Tracey for amazing reading. Lucas Baker, Jayden Berridge, Luca Giogetti and Sunday Peterson have all completed 25 nights reading.

Pukeko The Caught Being Good Award went to MacKenzie Brame for getting more confident in the pool. Anthony Tepania ­ Trying hard all week. Kaitiaki Awards went to Tyler Treanor for Kaitaiaki of self ­ Being an awesome reader. Cooper Hibbard for Kaitiaki of self ­ Always focused and on task. Student of the week went to Jordan Thoresen ­ Learning lots of words! Whetu Leefe ­ Awesome, settling into school well.

EASTER HOLIDAYS

No school tomorrow - Good Friday, Easter Monday

AND Tuesday 29th

COMING EVENTS CALENDAR

Good Friday Fri. 25th March Easter Monday Mon. 28th March Easter Tuesday ­ No school Tue. 29th March Morning Assembly Wed. 30th March @ 8.50am Kotuku camp @ Taupo Bay Wed. 30th Mar ­ Fri 1st Apr. DUFFY Role Model Assembly Tue. 5th April @ 1.30pm Variety Club ­ Bikes on Tour Thu. 7th April Celebration Assembly Thu. 14th April @ 1.20pm

Changed from Fri. 1st April @ 9am Last day of Term 1 Fri. 15th April Term 2 begins Mon. 2 May

DUFFY Role Model ­ Regina Sheck

Former Black Fern Regina is still an active rugby player and has played overseas on many occasions and spent 2009 playing, coaching rugby and living in Long Beach California. She is very focused on keeping physically fit and healthy and

encouraging young people to do the same. Regina enjoys working with all ages and helping people to learn the fundamentals of preparing themselves to do their best to achieve in life, whether it be on the sports field or the academic field. Assisting others to set themselves up for the future is a skill she prides herself on. Regina still plays club rugby and coaches at McAuley Girls High School in the Auckland competition. Regina was a Police Officer for many years and now works for the Department of Corrections at Mt Eden Prison. Regina says if she was Prime Minister for a day she would raise the salaries of Police Officers and Teachers.

UPDATED CONTACT DETAILS FOR 2016 You should’ve received a form to fill in and return to the school office ASAP. Any time during the year that contact details change…….phone numbers, living arrangement, including who may or possibly may not, collect your child/children etc, PLEASE NOTIFY THE SCHOOL OFFICE so that we have the correct details to contact you if necessary.

Headlice ­ Nits

PLEASE be vigilant about checking your child’s/children’s hair and TREATING if

necessary as well as ALL bedding. This MUST be done to prevent the spread to

other children in their class. We have FREE treatment available from the

school office courtesy of KIDSCAN

Bikes for Kids Tour

Variety will be at Mangonui School on Thursday the 7th of April on our annual Bikes for Kids Tour which provides life­enriching assistance to Kiwi kids. Each year Variety provides up to 450 deserving or disadvantaged children with the freedom and independence of their very own bike. Some children have overcome adverse circumstances, in some situations the family is simply not in a position to purchase a bike and in other cases the programme recognises and rewards children who are role models at their school or in their community.

BOYS SHORTS & T­SHIRTS

Please……...if you have any unwanted boys clothes………..we would really appreciate them for our ‘spare clothes’ box…….especially with

winter approaching…….and muddy puddles!!

Sunday 10 April ­ Bay of Islands The Weet­Bix Kids TRYathlon in the Bay of Islands is located at Waitangi adjacent to the Treaty Grounds. The event will start with a swim in the ocean at Te Tii Bay. Tryathletes are generally able to stand­up during the short swim; however, we do encourage everyone to give swimming a go! The Transition Area is located opposite the Waitangi Copthorne hotel. The bike is across the bridge towards Paihia and the roads surrounding Te Tii marae and the run is back at the event village site. The Far North District Council and Weet­Bix Tryathlon Foundation have committed to providing 400 x $20 off discounts for Northland schools entering into the Bay of Islands Event. Enter online at http://try.weetbix.co.nz/events/bay­of­islands and register under Mangonui School or please contact Jen Steele from Sport Northland on jens@sportnorth.co.nz or 09 437 9600 to discuss how you can make use of this offer.

EASTERN ZONE SWIMMING SPORTS Thursday 10th March

Well done to all our Super Swimmers who took part and the following Swimmings Stars who placed in the top 3

Freestyle Yr 4 Girls: 1st Caitlin Russell, 3rd Emma Maginness Yr 5 Girls: 1st Leah-Maree Simons, 2nd Eloise Russell Yr 5 Boys: 1st Hendrix Tomars Yr 6 Girls: 1st Mena Nikora Yr 6 Boys: 2nd Revel Pedersen, 3rd Bradley Knight

Backstroke Yr 4 Girls: 2nd Caitlin Russell, 3rd Lola-Mae Hare Yr 4 Boys: 3rd Riley Jury Yr 5 Girls: 1st Leah-Maree Simons Yr 6 Girls: 1st Mena Nikora, 2nd Lyric Byford-Paratene Yr 6 Boys: 3rd Ariki Smith Breaststroke Yr 4 Girls: 1st Caitlin Russell, 2nd Lola-Mae Hare Yr 5 Girls: 1st Eloise Russell Yr 6 Girls: 1st Mena Nikora Yr 6 Boys: 1st Revel Pedersen

Found

In the school library last year.

Greenstone taonga on a sturdy cord.

Please see Mrs S in the office.

MOBILE EAR CLINIC @ TAIPA

Please phone Tara 0800 MYEARS (0800 693 277)

To make an appointment for any concerns

School Lost Property Box

Our school lost property box is very sick. As you can see it vomited up clothes last week. Please come and have a look to see if your child has left clothes at school. Naming clothes is really important. Any clothes left in the box at end of term will be used as spare clothes at school or sent away to be recycled.

Live on stage @ The Turner Centre, Kerikeri 24th September

www.turnercentre.co.nz ph 09 407.0260

Taniwha's WAINUI CAMPS

The venue and weather were perfect for the whole two weeks that Taniwha students were on camp. We had such an enjoyable and active time. Once again we want to THANK YOU so very much, for your support with transport, help with supervision and providing us with amazing food. If they weren't already skilled, Taniwha students are now paddle­boarding, snorkeling, kayaking, creek damming, fish herding experts.

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