Hutt Central School Newsletter No 9– 2 April 2015 Kia ora Tatou, This is our last Newsletter for this term and I would like to thank the students, staff, parents and community for a great term. It was fantastic to share a meal last night at our Hangi with everyone who came along and I would like to give a huge thank you to the team of volunteers who came together to make this event possible. The student’s waiata was excellent and it was a great welcome for our kai.

Kath Leach is taking leave for the rest of this year and Jan Braddock, who has been working in Room 10 for this term will continue for the rest of 2015. Last Friday was the last day of Touch Rugby for Term 1. I would like to congratulate all of our students who played in a team. I am really pleased that our students are taking the opportunity to try out the sports on offer and I would like to thank the teachers, coaches and managers for organising the teams. Please take care over the Easter period and enjoy your break. I look forward to seeing everyone refreshed and ready for Term 2 on the 20th of April. Michael Gendall Principal Hutt Central School Car Boot Sale The Fundraising Committee are organising a Car Boot sale at our school on Sunday 17 May, 10am to 1pm. Everyone is welcome to come along. There will also be class / school stalls and activities on the day. If you or anyone you know would like a space for their vehicle please contact the school office on 5660059 between 8am and 3pm or email: carboot2015@yahoo.co.nz Each vehicle site is $25 per private vehicle or $50 per commercial vehicle. Spaces will be a first in first served basis.

Our School Website - Under Construction: We are currently updating our website and we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Interzone Swimming Sports Congratulations to Jaxson Cook, Eva Langridge, Juanita Fauatea, Leo Sanders, Catherine Sonerson and Hanna Turner who qualified for the Interzone Swimming Sports held at Naenae Pool on Wednesday. All of the children represented our school and the Southern Zone admirably with fantastic outcomes. Congratulations to: Catherine Sonerson for coming 3rd in the Year 4 Girls' 50m Freestyle and 2nd in the Year 4 Girls' 25m Freestyle. Leo Sanders for coming 3rd in the Year 4 Boys' 50m Freestyle Jaxson Cook for coming 3rd in the Year 6 Boys' 25m Freestyle Multicoloured Mayhem Morning for Autism We have had a fabulous morning exploring a range of activities- dressed brightly to think about our uniqueness. Thanks to those who brought a gold coin for the Autism foundation. We raised $129.40

These great photos were taken by Max Webb of Room 1

Bring and Buy - Friday 1st May- Week 2 Term 2 Please start collecting any items for our Bring and Buy which is coming up fast. The Senior Syndicate will be organising the children into groups and giving them areas of responsibility in week 1 of next term. The money raised from this goes towards our school camp next year. Fundraising Entertainment Books Pre-order now to receive an additional $150 worth of Early Bird offers. To order your book or digital membership securely online visit http://www.entbook.co.nz/1053z62 or ask at the school office. Alternatively there are order forms available on the school website under Fundraising Newsletters. Hutt Central School Calendar Week 1 Term 2 (20 April - 24 April):

● Monday 20th April - Term 2 starts Week 2 Term 2 ( 27 April - 1 May)

● Monday 27th April - School closed for ANZAC Day ● Friday 1st May - Bring and Buy

Community Notices

● TigerBlossom Art Workshops at The Depot, Petone on Tuesdays 3.30 - 4.15pm Contact Amanda 0211592053 or tigerblossom@yahoo.co.nz

● International Meccano Expo - Easter weekend at Te Papa Free admission ● Institute of Golf School Holiday Programme April 7-11 or April 13-17 9am-12.30pm each day $225

pp Golf Warehouse Lower Hutt. Registration forms available on Hutt Central Website under newsletters