Christchurch East SchoolNewsletter

Vision/Purpose StatementNurturing Minds - Building Character - Creating Communities

Our ValuesExcellence Equity Integrity Sense of Community

Te Hiranga Te Ririte Ngākau Pono Nohonga Tahitanga

Strategic Goals1 Teaching and Learning - Nurturing Minds - To provide

relevant, engaging teaching and learning opportunities with strong links to our curriculum and the wider community

2 Positive Education - Building Character - To be characterised by positive culture / relationships within and beyond the school, based on our school values and approach

3 Environment - Creating Communities - To work towards site development, meeting the current and future needs of students, staff, parents and community

311 Gloucester StreetChristchurch Central City

Christchurch 8011 03 366 2440

www.chcheast.school.nzadmin@chcheast.school.nz

Term Dates

1.02.21 - 16.04.2103.05.21 - 09.07.21

26.07.21 - 1.10.21 18.10.21 - 14.12.21

Week 2 Term 3 2021

IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE THIS TERM

Monday 16 August Last Day for Photo OrdersFriday 1 October Last Day of Term 3Monday 18 October First Day of Term 4Monday 25 October Labour Day - school closedFriday 12 November Show Day - school closedTuesday 14 December Last Day of 2021

Winter Sport is scheduled every Friday afternoon for students in Years 5 - 8, weather permitting.

ABSENCES

If your child/ren are not going to attend school you must advise the school office before 9am.

The school are required to follow up any unexplained absences.

There are a number of options to advise us of the absence

● Use your HERO account● Leave a message on the

absence line ph 366 2440● Use the skool loop app● Email -

admin@chcheast.school.nz

Thanks for your cooperation. PARKING

The school driveway must be kept clear at all times and we ask you do not to park here at anytime. The cones are out to protect the students safety on entry and exit but vehicles must still be able to access the school, especially in the event of an emergency.

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Week 2 Term 3 2021

A MESSAGE FROM THE ACTING PRINCIPAL

Kia ora koutou,

Welcome back to Term 3. The year is flying by. Term 3 is usually our wet and cold term. The RSV outbreak and the usual winter colds have led to a number of unwell children. Please keep children at home if they are unwell. We are continuing with hygiene procedures introduced last year to ensure that we are keeping our tamariki well.

This week we have held our mid year Three Way Learning Conferences. These are a great opportunity for you to meet with your child’s teacher and discuss their learning progress. Teachers have appreciated your support and commitment to celebrating your child at these conferences. If you have been unable to be at a three-way learning conference, please contact the homeroom teacher to make a time. Also ensure that you have logged into Hero to view your child’s learning information.

This term our Inquiry “What is Happening?” involves students working in a range of science fields. Children will be conducting science experiments and sharing their learning with a Science Fair on the last day of term. Keep an eye on newsletters for more information regarding this.

Winter Sport continues to be a highlight of the year for our senior students. It is always a pleasure to hear about our students displaying the school values by giving it a go and supporting each other during games.

The Administration Block renovation is continuing to progress and we are looking forward to starting 2022 with the office returned to the main block.

Over the last few weeks, I have had the pleasure of spending some time in the learning hubs. I continue to be amazed by both the work our students are doing and their attitude towards learning. We have a wonderful community of students.

Please make some time to drop into our Whānau Time in Team Koru learning hub. This runs from 8.30 - 9.15 on Friday mornings and is a chance for you to meet and connect with other parents in the school over a coffee.

Ngā mihi nui,Sally KentActing Principal

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Week 2 Term 3 2021

NEWS FROM TEAM KAURI

Team Kauri are continuing our crafty journey with Rekindle - we are making felt from wool at the moment.As part of our Inquiry and writing programmes, we are also conducting weekly science experiments - mentos and coke!

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Week 2 Term 3 2021

HERO APP

The HERO App has your child’s learning, school reports and account information. We are aware that many families do not have this app or are having trouble logging in. Instructions are listed below. If you continue to experience issues please visit the school office or see your child’s class teacher for assistance. There is also a simple 2 minute video on our facebook page that gives instructions on how to download and use this app.

HERO App

1. Search for ‘Hero” in your app store and download or visit https://go.linc-ed.com 2. Select “New user” Your account will be set up by your school using the email

address that you provided when you enrolled your child, use this address to request a password. Please note: each contact must have their own email address.

3. Enter your email address and click the “Request Password Link.”4. Check your email. If one doesn’t arrive, ensure your school has your correct

details on file.5. Follow the secure link and enter a password.

STUDENT CONTACT DETAILS

Do we have the correct contact details for your child?

If you have shifted recently, changed your phone number, or email address it is important that you inform theschool office.

Any changes can be emailed to the school office- admin@chcheast.school.nz

Thank youCatherine and Carol

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Week 2 Term 3 2021

POLICIES UNDER REVIEW - SCHOOL DOCS

BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT- Board, Staff and Parents

CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS - Board, Staff and Parents

To review the policy and make comments

1. Visit the Christchurch East School SchoolDocs© website here.2. Enter the user name (chcheast) and password (heart).3. Follow the link to the relevant policy as listed above.4. Read the policy.5. Click the Red Policy Review button at the right hand top corner of the page. A new

screen will appear.6. Select the reviewer type "Parent".7. Enter the password "pin".8. Enter your name (optional).9. Submit your ratings and comments.

If you don't have internet access, school office staff will easily provide you with printed copies of the policy and the review form. It would be helpful if this review was completed by 31 August.

Complaints or concerns - If a parent has a complaint or concern please refer to the following guidelines. https://chcheast.schooldocs.co.nz/index.htm?toc.htm?6636.htm?zoom_highlight=complaints

SCHOOL HOURS

A reminder that the school gates open at 8.30am for the students to arrive ready to begin their school day. Classes start at 8.55am.

Children are able to be collected from 2.45pm. All students MUST be collected prior to 3.15pm.

Thanks for your continued support.

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Week 2 Term 3 2021

COMMUNITY NOTICES