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    Our weekly newsletter is kindlysponsored by

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    Nelson Central SchoolW e e k l y N e w s l e t t e r

    7 0 Ni l e S t re et , Ne l son P ho n e 0 3 5 4 8 4 9 7 2 F a x 0 3 5 4 8 4 4 8 3 Ema i l s t a f f@ ne l so nce nt ra l . s cho o l . nzPrincipal: [email protected] Secretary: secreta ry@nelsoncentr al.school.nz BOT Chairman: Geoff Clark 545 8010 Website: www.nelsoncentral.school.nz

    T E R M 13 1s t M a r c h

    2 0 1 0 Nga mihi nui ki a koutou katoa te whanau whanui o te

    Kura Tuatahi o Whakatu greetings to friends andfamily of Nelson Central School.

    Geoff Clark & the Board of TrusteesGeoff Clark has been on the Nelson Central School Boardof Trustees for two terms (6 years) and has served asBoard Chair for the past three years. With his second sonbeing in Year 6 this year Geoff has decided not to stand forre-election.

    Under his leadership the Board has provided carefulgovernance of the school leaving day-to-day managementof the school to the Principal and staff. During his time asChairperson Geoff ensured the Board had a clear focus onits obligations to the community as well as to government

    legislation.His input to the Governance of the school will be missed;we wish him all the best.

    Mega School Rewards ChallengeWe have a chance to win $5,000 worth of gift vouchers.All we have to do is collect till receipts and packing slipsfrom Mitre 10 Mega dated between April 19th and 31stMay. If we can collect the highest number of receipts wewill win the first prize second prize is quite good too -$2,000 worth of vouchers.

    In each store there will be a box so you can writeNELSON CENTRAL SCHOOL on the back of yourreceipt and put it in the box.

    Board of Trustees Elections

    Strong leaders make strong SchoolsOur Schools Trustee election date is 7 May 2010.

    We are seeking nominations now and these close noon ofApril 23, 2010.

    Other key dates are:Voting papers issued by 28 April.Polls close noon May 7, 2010.Results declared May 13, 2010.Boards take office 14 May

    We invite all parents to support this upcoming election andto consider standingor putting prospective candidates names forward fornomination.

    A pamphlet is available from the school office whichoutlines more detailed information for prospective trusteesincluding:

    What the role is

    What skills are needed

    What commitment is needed

    Otherwise you can contact anyone of the current trustees toanswer any questions.

    School trustees have a very important role in making sureevery child achieves their potential at school. This

    opportunity only comes up every three years and is awonderful way for you to make a real difference to ourchildren, school, community and at the same time enrichesyour own personal development.

    Payments to the schoolFrom the beginning of Term 2 the process to pay for theschool donation, sports fees, class trips/camps etc. willchange. Rather than paying the class teacher, all cash andcheque payments should be put in a drop-box that will beset-up in the foyer of the main office.

    Eftpos payments can still be made at the office counter,

    although please note that the credit card facility is notavailable. Internet banking is also possible through ourbank account: 03-0703-0481920-01, using your childsname as reference. It is also really helpful if you send anemail to [email protected] to confirm what isbeing paid. Receipts will be sent home where requested.

    The new process will restrict cash to one secure area andwill also enable families to make one payment for multiplechildren/activities which will be an improvement for manyof you.

    Room 6s trip to Waimarama Organic Gardens.Last Friday room 6 drove to Waimarama Gardens. Whenroom 6 got there, all of room 6 stood on a giant log. Thenthe lady that was there said, Come and sit on a bench.After she said that, all of room 6 ran to a bench. When theywere all sitting, she started talking about plants. Then she

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    started asking quest ions. Why do you think we put plants in tyres? she said. Nearly all of room 6 put their hand up.After she asked all the questions, she took us to look at a field of pumpkins, peas and other things. Siobhans groupstarted counting all of the pumpkins. As room 6 were walking past the peas, there was a sign saying Please do notpick. When room 6 began to sit down, she started talking again about plants planted next to special plants to keep thebugs away. Then room 6 went on another walk to a plant that attracts stink bugs. Isobel got a stink bug on her arm.After everyone finished looking at them, all of room 6 said to the lady, Thank you. Then all of room 6 got into theirgroups and the parents drove them back to school. (Mia, Year 4 R6)

    Nelson Central Achievers Quinn W, Ed R, Jasper W (R11) fantastic writing

    Logan C, Ellie P, Ella D, Luke M, Jazmine S, Charlotte M (R3) for fantastic homework. Josh D, Samantha B, Callum M, Harrison O, Ella T, Phoenix M (R8) a top aerobics routine

    Madison S (R5) an amazing story

    Melany M, Josephine R, Frankie M, Mia C, Eva L (R6) for a great report on a class visit to Waimarama Gardens

    Congratulations and well done everyone!

    Timor Leste Childrens ClothesThank you very much for the generous donations of childrens clothing. Today the Army picked up boxes that add up totwo cubic metres of clothing destined for the orphans of Timor Leste. I will try and get a photo of some of thedistribution and send it through for inclusion in the news letter.Warmest regardsRev. Capt Hamish Kirk

    International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) formerly Australian Schools Competitions

    This year we are again making it possible for children to take part in the ICAS Competitions organized by theEducational testing Centre at the University of New South Wales. The ICAS competitions are a suite of assessmentsdeveloped for primary and secondary students to provide diagnostic information about student abilities in core skillsareas of the curriculum.

    Critical thinking, reasoning and problem solving are higher order skills essential for success in school as well as in thewider community. The material presented in the ICAS Competitions reflects this importance, providing the opportunityfor students to perform a range of tasks using these and other skills. The Competitions cater for a wide range of studentabilities using contexts that stimulate students' interest and engage their attention.

    The Competitions assess skills relevant to curriculum outcomes at appropriate levels. Reports provide valuable

    diagnostic information that can be used to assess student strengths and weaknesses and to supplement school reports.Please note: The school will pay for Year 6 students to sit the Science, Mathematics and Computer Skills tests.

    Please note the timetable below and ensure entries are handed into the office by the due dates.Please use a formavailable from the school office to ensure we dont lose your entry of money!

    Student Council 2010Here is our student council for this year. From left (bottomrow first):

    Cheyelle M (R15), Lucy D (R15), Anna D (R15), Christine,Kawhia S (R15), Toby B (R7), Eva P (R3), Hannah P (R2)Ella M (R2), Isabella L (R8), Molly M (R8), Thomas Z (R1),

    Sam H (R2), David Z (R7), Lachlan M (R7), Nic C (R1), JacksonS (R1), Max S (R8), (Sam F - R5 absent)

    Choir NewsFirst of all congratulations to the Nelson

    Central Choir for yet another fabulousperformance at our school gala. You are huge

    credit to both yourselves and Tanya.

    Tanya is visiting family back in Britain in the

    latter part of Term Two.

    At the beginning of the Term she will be

    working with guitar and percussion groups from

    Totara and Kahikatea.There will be no choir in Term 2 but it wil l

    reform Term Three with the focus beingpreparation for the Suzanne Prentice concert

    in September.

    Missing

    MONEY APRON: We have one missing. Ifanyone has it at home, would they please

    return to the school office asap.Many thanksKaye Mount

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    KIDPOWER

    Parent/Child Workshop

    Saturday 1st

    May, 544 Waimea Road, NelsonAges 4 to 5: 1-2.30pm, Cost: $15 per child, $10

    for additional siblings

    Ages: 6 to 7: 1-3.30pm, Cost: $25 per child, $15

    for additional siblings

    Email:[email protected]

    Website: www.kidpower.org.nz

    Phone: 543 2669

    Easter holiday programme 2010

    Highlights include high ropes challenges at Whenua-iti, rock climb-ing, an Easter scavenger hunt, learning to make Mexican food, a visitfrom the Makos and hip hop dancing.

    For more info or to book please phone (03) 548 3099 ext 717 (afterhours) or 027 335 6904 or email [email protected]. More infoand enrolment forms also available at: www.legendkids.co.nz

    JuniorHockey

    Programme

    Thursday 13th May - Thursday 19th August 2010Saxtons Hockey Field

    4.30pm - 5.15pm - 4,5,6,7,8 year olds & first time

    primary players

    5.15pm - 6.00pm - 9,10,11 year olds and first timeIntermediate players. Sticks will be provided.Come along and 'have a go'. $30 fee which includesa new hockey stick and ball for 1st time hockeyplayers. More information will be handed out to thechildren on the first night.Cherie StringerExecutive OfficerTelephone (03) 547 9988Email: [email protected]

    Web: www.nelsonhockey.org.nzNELSON REGION SCHOOLS

    CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE 2010Primary School boys and girls - 1kmIntermediate (Yr.7/8) boys and girls - 2kmCollege boys and girls - 3kmRace 1 : Saturday 1st May, Saxton Field (circusoval)Race 2 : Saturday 8th May, Branford ParkRace 3 : Saturday 15th May, Rabbit IslandRace 4 : Saturday 22nd May, Miyazu Park

    (cnr.Atawhai and QEII drives, Nelson)All races start at 3pm.Registration not required - just turn up on the day. Noentry fee.No limit on numbers from each school.Trophies awarded for all gradesFor more details phone Dave on 547 1699 or [email protected]

    8:30am until 6:00pm

    (or half day until 3:00pm)

    Upcoming events1 Apr End of Term

    Term 2 starts Monday 19 April27 Apr Prospective families/students meeting3-7 May R2 Camp to Marahau

    Term 2 finishes Friday 2 July

    School will close on Thursday 1 April for Easter and theschool holidays. We will re-open on Monday 19 April at

    8:55 am.

    Dr Paul Potaka

    PRINCIPAL

    Subject EAA ClosingDate

    Test Date

    Science Wednesday 12

    May 2010

    Wednesday 9 June

    2010

    Writing Tuesday 25 May

    2010

    Tuesday 22 June

    2010

    Spelling Tuesday 25 May2010

    Tuesday 22 June2010

    Mathematics Tuesday 20 July

    2010

    Tuesday 17 August

    2010

    English Friday 1 July

    2010

    Tuesday 3 August

    2010

    Computer Skills Tuesday 27 April

    2010

    Wednesday 25

    May 2010

    CREATIVE KIDZ - Drama and Movement classesfor Children 5-10 years. A Professional Curriculum.Your child will build confidence, communication anddrama skills while having lots of fun! Nelson andRichmond classes for Term Two start week ofMonday 26 April. To secure your place and for moreinformation contact Hester Phillips, 5466638 or021 202 1573

    JUST DANCE - Creative Dance and MovementClasses for Children 5- 10 yrs. Children have agreat time, learn many new skills and become selfassured and expressive dancers. Thursdays, VictoryCommunity Centre. $45-$65 per term slidingscale. Financial assistance available if required. CallHester on 546 6638 / 021 202 1573 to find outmore or to enrol.

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    NELSON CENTRAL SCHOOLNETBALL

    FUTURE FERNS NETBALL 2010Nelson Central School participates in theFuture Ferns Netball competition at SaxtonField, Stoke during term 2 & 3. Girls inyears 4 - 6 are able to play. Year 4 & 5children will play on Wednesday afternoonswith the first round starting around 3.40pm.They have a 10 minute skill and drill session

    followed by a game. The competition willstart Wednesday 12th May. Year 6 childrenwill play on Saturday mornings at 9am.Competition will start on Saturday 8th May.Year 6 play a game only, they do not haveskills and drills session.

    Information received has these years subs at$40 per player. This covers both terms 2 and3.

    We will need parents/caregivers to coachour year 4/5 teams. We are pleased to

    advise Gaye Evans has once again offeredher services to the school and will coach ouryear 6 team. She will run a practice afterschool on Wednesday 3.15pm to 4pm. Allyear 6 girls interested please attend.

    Registration forms are located on thesports noticeboard between rooms 2 and3. Please complete and return with fee byThursday 1st April.

    Project RunwayContender?

    I made this dress

    by myself. MyGrandma boughtthe material and Isewed the fabricup. I think it is a

    cool dress!Lucy (Room 9)

    So do we, Lucy,well done.

    And

    also

    Whakatu Group RDASchool Holiday Sessions

    Pony rides will be available the1st week of the school holidays

    Tuesday to Friday

    For times and charges, please contact,

    Whakatu Group RDA,Tantragee road,

    Brook Street.Ph, 5466366

    Email: [email protected]

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    Saxton Sports Holiday Programme12t h to 16t h April

    8.30am 3.30pm

    Ages 8-112 yearsSuburbs Football Pavilion, Saxton Field

    Offering a range of different sporting experiencessuch as:

    golf, touch, soccer, basketball, tennisFor more info, ph : 547 5689www.nelsonsuburbs.co.nz

    Nelson Bays Squash Association

    are running a Squash beginnersHoliday Programme across the

    Nelson Bays region. We provide

    the Cool Coaches, Classy Courts,

    and Radical Rackets! You bring the ENERGY!

    Times and Venues:

    April: 12th, 14th, 16th

    Celtic Squash Club Hathaway Tce 9.00am 10.00am

    Waimea Squash Club Club Waimea 10.30am

    11.30am

    Motueka Squash Whitwells Carpark 9.00am 10.00am

    Cost: $20 for three days OR $10 per session

    To register for the programme or find out more

    information please contact:

    Greg Walsh Squash Development

    Email: [email protected]

    Office: 03-5489275 Mobile: 027-680-2637

    Saxton Stadium Open DaySunday 18th April

    11am 3pmFree so give it a go

    Invite your friends and come along to see the NewSaxton Stadium. Theres heaps to see and so at

    Saxton, come along and enjoy the fun

    Netball, Volleyball, Basketball, Table Tennis,Handball, Futsal

    Bouncy Castles, Active Movement Centre,Way2Go Activities

    For further information phone 03 538 0072

    GALA PHOTOS

    Unfortunately we ran out of room to print

    Gala Photos, so look for a full slideshow

    on the front page of the website later this

    week. Come to the library to view it.

    Gala Treasury Report

    As a result of you all helping, sponsoring and spending at our gala, Takings on the day were $19,420.To-date nett profit looks to be around $15,500.

    Food took $8,313 on the day with the sushi stall proving extremely popular ($1,521) and cold drinkstaking a record ($1,027) and BBQ ($1,141). Please contact Kaye Ph. 548-2775 [email protected] if you would like to know how much your stall made as there are too many tolist.

    Other product stalls made a nett profit of $4,914 with plants making a whopping $1,578 and booksclose behind with $1,249. Remember for next gala, every donated item makes a big difference becauseits pure profit! (incl. Clothing $423, White Elephant $722, Toys $565, Mrs Harrisons Bottles, $253).One very enterprising young man in Totara Alley collected $124 selling his sculptures.

    Entertainment took $5,160 with the chocolate wheel making $743, Bouncy castles $665, face painting$321, gift baskets $972, other auction items $650 and Gala Getaway raffle $1,630.

    Games Each game charged between 50c and $2, so to make $888 equates to a lot of children playinggames that day with Money Golf bringing in $133 alone. Another enterprising young man sold bubblescollecting $77.

    So far we have gratefully received $364 in donations which will assist in off-setting fixed costs such asequip. hire and advertising. If anyone would like to help with these costs, it is not too late to do so. TheSCG will keep you informed as to how these funds will be put to good use over the coming months.Kaye Mount, Treasurer

    SCHOOL HOLIDAY BASKETBALL COACHING

    JACK ROBINS STADIUM

    Monday 12 April to Wednesday 14 AprilA few of the fico finance Nelson Giants are available

    during the holidays, so we w ill be running three coaching

    sessions for Years 3 & 4, Years 5 & 6 and Years 7 & 8. Agreat opportunity to get those basketball skills back on

    track before the Miniball and Intermediate Basketballseason starts or to just develop ball handling skills.

    Each session will be for 1 hours on each of the 3days for:

    Years 3 & 4 9am 10.30am Cost: $40.00

    Each session will be for 2 hours on each of the 3days for:

    Years 5 & 6 10.30am 12.30pm Years 7 & 8 1pm 3pm Cost: $45.00

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    Celtic Squash Club will have a Junior CoachingClinic in terms 2 & 3. Limited numbers. For furtherinformation please contact Shorty Dow 5467134 [email protected] Q U A S H, the #1Healthiest Sport in the World

    ALICE IN WONDERLANDDelightfully mad children's theatre at Fairfield

    House!

    Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th AprilShows at 11am and 2pm both days

    $10

    Book at [email protected] or on 548 3640www.bodyinspace.co.nz

    Nelson Public Libraries School HolidayNelson Public Libraries School HolidayNelson Public Libraries School HolidayNelson Public Libraries School Holiday

    ActivitiesActivitiesActivitiesActivities

    0707070716 April 201016 April 201016 April 201016 April 2010

    Simply Stories:Weekdays at 10:30am

    Wednesday 7 April - Friday 16 AprilCome along for a story or 2 and craft of the

    day.Creative Art Classes with Jeana Packer:

    Jeana is an Art Teacher at BroadgreenIntermediate

    and also teaches privately.Workshop for 6-8 year olds

    Thursday 15th April 1112:15pmCost: $3 per person

    Workshop for 9-12 year oldsThursday 15th April 12:30pm

    Cost: $3 per personPlaces for the Art Classes are limited.Bookings and payment to be made

    in advance at the Childrens Library.See you at your Library these holidays!

    Bookings are now open forPre-School & School Age

    Holiday Intensive Lessons.Great for a booster or a

    starter12th 16th April 2010

    Stroke ClinicsWork intensely on one

    stroke for an hour.

    Suitable for Bronze/Silver/Gold/Transition6th - 9th April 10am - 11amONLY $15 PER CLINIC

    DIVE ON IN OR PHONE 5439755

    Nelson City Soccer

    The season starts on 24 April but it is not toolate to register. Wouldyou like to play in a girlsteams and play in agirls only grade? We

    have a couple of places left in each team.

    Jewels - Junior Girls Grade aged 8-10yrsMonarchs - Intermediate Girls Grade aged 10-12years

    If you would like to register or would like moreinformation please contact

    Sonia Malpas ph 545 0494 [email protected]

    Sports UniformsPlease return all sports uniforms to the office by the

    end of term.Sports Fees

    Please pay all term 1 sports fees, miniball fees,netball fees and return permission slips by Thursday

    1st April. Many thanks, Sheryll

    WEEKLY SPORTS RESULTSWeek ended 28th March

    Mini SoccerCentral Rovers 4 V Enner Glynn 0.Player of the day: Brooke P room 12Central Panthers 7 v Saint Paul 0.Player of the day: Ben v D room 11.Central Stars v Nayland. Nayland wonCentral Strikers 9 v Nayland 0.

    VolleyballCentral Servers 75 v HSS Go girls 31.

    Rippa RugbyCentral 20 v Henley Chiefs 17.

    Hardball CricketCentral 100 v Ranzau 64.Central/St Josephs 49 v Nayland 87.

    SoftballCentral/Hampden St Bombers v Enner Glynn win

    JUNIOR ART CLASSES

    INDULGE AND EXTEND YOUR CHILDS ARTISTIC

    CREATIVITY! WITH TUTOR LARISSE HALL

    MONDAYS 5 - 7 yr olds, 3.30 4.30pm

    TUESDAYS 8 10yr olds, 3.30 4.30pm

    $10 PER SESSION OR 11 SESSIONS FOR $100

    LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE

    ART @ 203 (203 TRAFALGAR ST, NELSON) 03 5483961 OR CONTACT LARISSE 027 358 2006

    or 03 547 4929

    Do you want to play football?

    Nelson United Junior football club has a few spacesavailable for players in most grades, in particular we

    have positions for 2 or 3 players aged 7/8 years.

    Please call Sali (539-4160) to check whether we havea position for your child.