Hillsborough Primary School News

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16th October 2019

New Students

Welcome to the following new students who

have started at HPS

Rebecca Bahmani, Luther Simpkin, Lorimar

Simpkin, Manaaki Baker, Jayden Cardoza,

Norah Lizbeth Arun, Farea Siddiqui and

Nicole Su

Our vision for HPS. Grow learners & Develop citizens

Principal’s Voice:

Dear Parents and Caregivers

Kia Ora A big welcome back to Term 4. Especially welcome to all new students starting with us this term. We are fast coming to the end of the year and the next nine weeks will fly by. Term four is usually a busy term with lots of end of year events and celebrations. Make sure you keep an eye on the calendar and we will keep you updated. Each syndicate will be investigating new topics of interest to provide opportunities for children to collaborate with others, to share and communicate their learning and be creative with their ideas. We believe these learning behaviours are essential for applying the skills and knowledge that children develop as they move through each area of the school. Term 4 is also a time when we look at all children's progress and achievement for this second half of the year in preparation for reports at the end of the year. Building renovation update: Many classrooms have been renovated over the term holidays with new carpets and coloured wall linings which has given a fresh new look to each environment. The hall toilets have also had a much needed makeover. Rooms 10,11 and 12 are the next and should be finished within the next two weeks. There is still some finishing work to be completed which will be carried out over this time. Thankfully it has not caused too much disruption as a lot of the work has been completed in the term break. We are looking forward to this being a highly successful term and as always appreciate the support that we receive from all our families.

Thanks Nga Mihi Nui

Mark Lewington

New Stationery Provider

Our new Stationery Provider is now at:

Onehunga Books and Stationery 175a Onehunga Mall

(next to Westpac)

LOST PROPERTY

There was a large amount of lost property at the

end of last Term. It was reunited with their

owners but a reminder to please label all your

children’s clothing.

BIBLE IN SCHOOLS

Due to the hall being out of action, there will

be no Bible in School classes until Week 5.

Classes will resume back on Friday 15th

November. Please note all students to start

school at the normal time at 8.55am.

Term Events

October

14th Start of Term 4 22nd Kiwi Sport zone day 24th FoHPS meeting in staffroom 28th Labour day 31st BOT meeting

November 1st Year 3-4 Have a go day 8th Running athletics day 11th Athletics field events 14th Year 4 Kids 4 Kids rehearsal Kids 4 Kids performance 18th Rainbows End – Year 6 20th Lewis Eady Lunchtime Concert 22nd School Disco 25th Year 5/6 choir rehearsal in Town 26th Zone athletics 26th APPA choir performance

December 6th School Prizegiving 9th Year 6 Mystery trip 13th Year 6 Graduation 18th Last day of school 18th Reports go home

FOHPS NEWS

UPCOMING EVENTS

Our next FoHPS meeting is on Thursday 24th October 7.30pm in the

School Staffroom. All Welcome

SCHOOL DISCO - Friday 22nd November WEETBIX TRYathlon - Sunday 8th December See information regarding the Tryathalon at the end of this newsletter.

Rata Poetry Competition Finals

On Friday 20th September Rata held their Poetry Competition finals. Congratulations to the following

students who received placings:

Year 4 winner: Aarian Kumar - My legs both understand me Year 4 runner up: Ariel Maiava - Dear Summer Year 3 winner: Tessa O’Callaghan - Was that a mermaid? Year 3 runner up: Sophie Bacchus - My dog’s name is cat

As Term 4 starts to get a lot hotter, the sun becomes more intense, please make sure your child applies sunblock before arriving to school and to

bring a school hat in their school bag.

Scholastic Book Club

Yesterday your child brought home order forms

for the Scholastic Book Club. The last day to order

is on Friday 1st November. Online orders only.

Congratulations to the following students who received certificates on Monday 23rd September at the School Assembly. Rm 12 – Aanya Hannon-Anand Challenging herself to plan for writing using keywords and putting her ideas in order. R18 – Frankie Hansen-Knarhoi Digging deep and adding details in her story writing. R13 – Kaden Kong R4 – Caleb Wong Learning all his rocket words to number 13. Challenging himself in all areas of learning by showing perseverance. R20 – Landon Keen His thoughtful contributions to class topics and always looking after others in class. R2 – Connor Hodgson Constantly using our school values during class and in the playground. Also, for being a considerate and thoughtful young man! R14 – Andy Cheng R7 – Sharleez Azar Great presentation of your poem. Always having a cheerful and positive attitude towards all your learning. R16 – Ranak Always presenting his best work. R9 – Zanthe Making positive choices in her learning, staying focused and completing her work to a high standard. R6 – Ashlee Babbington Always being kind and helpful. Your positive attitude to life and learning is wonderful. R8 – Ella Donald Making sure her writing is always detailed and interesting – ka pai! R15 – Jiawei Ge Being a positive learner and always giving her best. R1 – Ella Menzies Being a thoughtful artist, taking time and care. Hunter Poole – R10 Challenging himself in reading and not giving up when it gets hard. Vruti Soma – R17 Showing kindess by consistently offering her help to others. Emmy Bastion – R11 Challenging herself in reading. Ka Pai Emmy!

Congratulations to the following students who won the North Island Primary Schools Chess

Championships:

Abraham Chanwong, Ayaan Vasudeva, Grayson Po-e Tofaeono, Hunter Po-e Tofaeono and Tyleah

Po-e Tofaeono

We are very proud of our Chess Team and a big thankyou to Mr Wayne McDougall for all his time

in coaching our students.

CHESS CHAMPIONS

1st PLACE

Yummy Stickers

Thank you to everyone that collected Yummy Stickers, we collected 8331 points. A big congratulations to Room 6 who collected nearly 2000 points. Honorable mentions to:

Room 7, Room 9, Room 3 and Room 17. I have still had many students giving me yummy stickers, so I have decided to continue collecting, for next year.

PB4L Positive Behaviour for Learning at Hillsborough Primary

Teaching and noticing great behaviour using our 3 school values.

Our focus for the last two weeks was:

Challenge yourself to make positive choices and show kindness with and to all those around you this week.

This week we are focused on:

Show kindness – Listen to others

2020 TERM DATES FOR HPS

Term One - Monday 3rd February - Thursday 9th April

Term Two - Tuesday 28th April - Friday 3rd July

Term Three - Monday 20th July - Friday 25th September

Term Four - Monday 12th October - Tuesday 15th December

EZLUNCH

Ezlunch has removed the Coconut and Cranberry Loaf

from their menu.

There is no longer the 3 piece sushi packs but instead are

left as uncut rolls, called ECO ROLLS. These are easier

to eat as the filling does not drop out onto the student’s

lap.

Instrumental music lessons with Lewis Eady at

Hillsborough Primary!

Our students have the opportunity to learn to play

musical instruments at school with Lewis Eady.

Lewis Eady’s beginner music programme Musical Jam - a

fun, instrumental prep programme for children in year 1

and 2 is a great way to get started!

For children in year 3 and upwards, 30 minute lessons (group or one-on-one) take place on

Wednesdays and Thursdays during school time. Instruments available include piano, keyboard, guitar

and ukulele. Singing, recorder, strings, woodwind, drum kit and brass will also be available should there

be sufficient interest.

To secure a place for your child for music lessons please visit www.lewiseady.co.nz to enrol online.

Happy Music making!

Travelwise Promotional Breakfast

On Thursday week 9 we held a special Travelwise breakfast. The Travelwise Leaders and Mrs Cook organised a breakfast for students who already walk on one of our Walking School buses and for any junior students interested in joining a Walking School Bus. The students enjoyed milo and toast on a cold morning before school with their friends. There were a lot of new students who enjoyed the special breakfast. If your child is new to our school and would like to join a walking school bus please contact Claire Cook on ccook@hillsborough.school.nz

Walking School Bus News

Young Engineers Programme

ART SHOW PHOTOS

*** Community News ***

Soccer with Billy Harris

Billy is running his soccer classes this term on Wednesday mornings from 8.00am to 8.45am on the school field. The first class for Term 4 will start on Wednesday 30th October. Great for kids of all ages and

abilities. Enjoy the warmer weather and come and give it a go!

Contact Billy on 027 2799042 or billyharris2000@hotmail.com.