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KENAKENA SCHOOL 12 Donovan Road, P.O. Box 1441, Paraparaumu Beach
Phone: 298 4011 Cell: 027 7818315 [email protected] [email protected]
Check out our website www.kenakena.school.nz Keep your child safe: If absent please contact the office before 9.30am
Thursday, 1st December 2016 Term 4 Week 8 Dear Parents and Caregivers, He mihi tenei kia koutou nga matua, me nga kaitiaki o a tatou tamariki. Tena koutou katoa
As we gear up for the end of the year, it’s important for parents to keep informed about
end-of-year activities your children are involved in. Keep an eye on emails and notices
from school in this regard.
NOTICES THAT HAVE GONE HOME WITH STUDENTS THIS WEEK
Kowhai Iti - Trip to Marine Gardens
Kowhai Iti - Swimming Days
Kapahaka Performance
Koromiko – Parent Help for Otaihanga Park Trip
Children from Kowhai Syndicate learn to use the Public Library resources as part of
their bus trip to the Library and Police Station last week
If you have a winter sports uniform outstanding or a school library book not returned,
please get this sorted as soon as possible so we can complete our end-of-year
organisation.
CHANGE OF STAFFING FOR 2017
Mrs Lee Norris, who has been on leave this year has made the decision to resign from
her teaching position at Kenakena School for Family Reasons. Lee’s place will be
taken by Ms Rachel Moore, who is currently teaching at Newtown School in Wellington.
Rachel is an experienced teacher, who comes with a wide range of strengths
compatible with our approach to teaching. She is also Reading Recovery trained,
which is a bonus for our early literacy programme.
KENAKENA SCHOOL AERIAL FLYOVER FILM
We recently produced a video to promote our school internationally. It’s also a great
celebratory video for our community to share with friends and relatives all over the
world to show our beautiful school in our stunning coastal surroundings.
Follow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBJLdOcnvxI
EMERGENCY UPDATES
Due to the recent earthquakes we need to go over the procedures and reminders of
what happens during these times.
If an earthquake happens while we are at school we follow the school procedures,
which include drop, cover, and hold.
If we need to evacuate the school due to the threat of a tsunami we move immediately
to our nearest high ground at 30 Arnold Grove.
It is VERY important to ensure the school office has up to date contact information for
you and for people that we can contact in an emergency, if you are unavailable. Please
email the school office on [email protected] or call on 2984011 if your
details need updating.
There are several ways that you can receive updates from the school-
Allow your phone to receive text alerts by texting ‘follow kenaschool’ to 8987
Check your emails
Check the school Facebook page
To inform the school that your child will not be attending school please do one of the
following-
follow the Report an Absence link from the school website
www.kenakena.school.nz
text an absence to 027 7818315
email the school on [email protected]
On Monday November 14 we had 302 students absent. 40 students were reported
absent via email, 36 by text and we received around 50 phone calls. It is so important
that we know that your child is safe. Please use one of the above methods to inform
us when your child is away. Freeing up the school telephone is most important,
especially in an emergency. On Monday, contacting the families of the 176 non-notified
absent students by telephone was unrealistic for our office staff as it would have taken
over 8 hours, so please let us know if your child is going to be absent from school.
2017 ENROLMENTS
We are in the process of planning for 2017. If you have a child starting school as a
five-year-old next year and haven’t yet informed us, please contact Lynda at the school
office to let us know.
If you have friends, workmates, relatives or acquaintances who are intending to enrol
their children at Kenakena in 2017, please encourage them to get in touch.
Bruce McDonald
PRINCIPAL
Online School Shopping – coming soon!
We are excited to let you know about our Kindo online school shop, which will be
opening in January.
You will be able to pay for more of your child’s school needs online.
Our online shop will be open 24/7 – and will be our preferred method of
payment.
You will see personalised accounts, plus be able to register for sports and
complete forms online – super easy and fast.
We’ll be adding more items to our school shop throughout the year.
It’s never been easier! More information will be coming soon – so watch this space.
INVITATION
PARENT HELPER MORNING TEA
Tuesday DECEMBER 6, 2016 AT 10.30
SCHOOL STAFFROOM
The staff of Kenakena School invites all parents (and grandparents) who have helped
out in the school in 2016 to a morning tea to give us the opportunity to thank you for
contributing to the home-school partnership in a positive way to enhance the educational
opportunities for the children of Kenakena School.
So, if you’ve helped out in any way, we’d love to see you there: Board of Trustees, School-
Parent Network, Whanau Support Group, parent helper in the classroom or on school
trips, PMP helper, worker in the library, helping with a learning programme, Festival of
Fun Gala volunteer, running the BBQ at school events, helping with School Lunches,
provided transport to an event, coaching or managing a team, or any other kind of
assistance.
Bruce McDonald
Principal
TIAKI WINNERS
The six lucky TIAKI winners to have “Morning Tea with the Principal” on Monday are
Tamaia Farrell-Yip Rm 17, Alex Delves Rm 14, Abbey Duncan Rm 21, Annabelle
Sutherland Rm 20, Miracle Ikurere Rm 12 and Taylah McLardy Rm 18. These names
were drawn out of the boxes containing names of all the students who have received
TIAKI awards this last fortnight for displaying Tiaki values:
T - Take responsibility
I - Inspire teamwork and independence
A - Aim for excellence
K - Know how to be resilient
I - Insist on respect
KENAKENA’S GOT TALENT 2016
Date: Wednesday 7th December 2016
Place: Paraparaumu College auditorium
Time: Show starts at 7pm - talent show finalists, hosts, backstage crew and *year 5/6 boys’ dance group need to be dropped off at the college, dressed and ready, by 6.15pm. Artsplash dance performers, Year 5/6 girls’ dance performers and Room 1 dancers need to be dropped off, dressed and ready, by 6.45pm
Doors open for the audience: 6.45pm. Tickets: Now available from the school office $5 each Refreshments: There will be drinks and small Whittaker’s bars for sale for $2 each at the start of the show so remember to bring some spare change as it will be cash only.
2016 YEAR 8 GRADUATION EVENING
This important event is fast approaching where we officially celebrate the achievements of
our Year 8 students and wish them well for the next stage of their education. The details
that you need to know are-
Thursday December 15 starting at 7:00pm
Kenakena School Library for speeches and awards
Supper will follow and then to conclude the evening each class will present a video
The cost for each adult attending is $10. Year 8 students do not pay.
Space is limited, as we have 63 students graduating this year, so each student can only bring a maximum of two adults with them. Please let the office know if you wish to have another ticket, if any become available.
Send your payment to school in a named envelope and place in the red box or contact the office if you have an AP set up.
Tickets will be issued when payment has been received and these tickets need to be presented at the Library door on the night.
KAIKOURA EARTHQUAKE FUNDRAISER
“ On November the 14th, a major 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck New Zealand
with major damage to several South Island towns and Wellington. Waiau was
particularly hard hit with severe damage to many houses, infrastructure and
local businesses.
The local swimming pool which doubles as the community and school pool was completely destroyed. This was a major blow to the village as due to Waiau’s isolation, there are no other swimming options.
Waiau needs something positive to think about and look forward to, in particular the children who have been really struggling since the first quake and the continuing aftershocks.”
Year 7/8 students are organising a school-wide fundraiser to help Waiau School in
Kaikoura. They will hold a bakesale outside Rm 19 next Tuesday 6th December at
Morning Tea. Prices will be between $2 and $5. Please support this worthy cause.
PAY IT FORWARD PROJECT Hi - This is Keira and Mikayla from Room 12. We are doing a Pay It Forward project and we are helping the SPCA. Can everyone in the school try and bring in one of the things listed below - this is all for the SPCA. They try do things for animals and we need to help.
- Fleece Blankets
- Old towels
- Shredded paper - Old news papers
- Unwanted stationery (paper, pens etc) - Old toys
- Dog food cat food
Bring your items to Rm 12. Thanks
And Rm 21 remember the bake sale on tomorrow.
This is Blackberry one of the desperate cats that need a home
CANCER SOCIETY FUNDRAISER
CAT FOUND
After the earthquake on November 14th, a black and white tabby cat has been
wandering lost in the Martin Road area. If you think it is yours, please phone 0220
788270.
BOOK FAIR
Thank you so much to everyone that purchased books at the recent Book Fair. We
exceeded our target and earned 35% commission which equates to over $1500!!!
This was a great event to promote reading, raise money for the school and fill some
of your children’s Christmas stockings.
SCHOLASTIC BOOKS
The Brochure for Issue #8 should have come home with your child/ren this
week. The closing date for this Issue is 12 Noon, Monday 5 December. This is to
ensure that we receive the order before the end of term. Unfortunately no late orders
will be accepted.
For each order Kenakena School will receive 20% in value to obtain books and
resources for our school.
The simplest way to make an order is to use the Book Club Loop Application
available at either Apple or Android App Stores.
If you do decide to pay by cheque, please make these out to Scholastic New Zealand.
Thank you for placing orders and supporting our school.
Merrin Simpson
Parent Network
TIPS FOR PARENTS
Take control of Christmas
We often get overstuffed on Christmas day, but sometimes the day itself gets
overstuffed as well. Too much travel, too much preparation, too many meals – where
did the fun go? Anything you can do to reduce stress in your life will be a benefit to
your relationships with your partner and kids. Do you need to provide a Christmas
meal with 20 different items needing hours of preparation, when you could achieve
the same sense of satisfaction from only five?
Who you choose to spend Christmas day with is also a big sense of stress. It’s
lovely when your parents give you something – except when that something is guilt.
But, honestly, you can still show your parents love and respect without having to
give in to each one of their plans and whims at Christmas. Do you really need to
shuffle between both sets of grandparents on Christmas day? Can you spread your
family functions out over the holidays rather than just one crazy day? Take control of
your Christmas. It’s not too late – you decide how you want to spend Christmas,
then stick to it.
DENTAL CLINIC
The mobile dental examination van is onsite now to check all students and to refer
any needing further treatment to the Raumati Beach Dental Hub (0800 825583).
DATES TO REMEMBER
(Please check dates regularly as they may change)
2016
Friday 2nd December Kowhai Iti Marine Gardens Trip (pp. 9th December) Monday 5th December Road Patroller’s End of Year Function Monday 5th December Final Parent Network Meeting for 2016 - 7.30pm Tuesday 6th December Parent Helper Morning Tea 10.30am Staffroom Friday 9th December Boy’s Mentoring Overnight Camp Wednesday 7th December Kenakena’s Got Talent final show, Paraparaumu College Auditorium 7pm Monday 12th December BOT Meeting Wednesday 14th December Koromiko Trip to Otaihanga Thursday 15th December Year 8 Graduation Friday 16th December Term 4 finishes at 12midday
Term Dates for 2017
Term 1 Tuesday January 31- Thursday April 13
Term 2 Monday May 1-Friday July 7
Term 3 Monday July 24- Friday September 29
Term 4 Monday October 16 – Friday December 15
HELP SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE
COASTLINES MOBILE PHONE APPEAL IN OUR
SCHOOL
It would be great if you could rummage around in your drawers and toy
boxes and bring into School any unwanted mobile phones you may
have. Phones collected help our School gain valuable rewards and
the environment benefits too by keeping our landfills free of mobile
phones and their array of hazardous toxic
substances. Please drop any unwanted
mobile phones you may have in the collection box in the reception
area at School.
As this is a school community newsletter, please let the school office know of any successes that your child/children may have
had outside the school. We are only too happy to share their achievements. The Board of Trustees in no way validates or endorses services/products advertised.
COMMUNITY NOTICES
$10 Promotion
Any house that is appraised by me and mentions Kenakena School will have a $10
donation made to the school.
This offer is from 1 November 2016
Until 30 November 2016
Call Lynda Price on 0276854848 or 04 296 6900 to book your appointment now.
Annette’s Place Annette’s Place offers one-on-one weekly teaching in a quiet place with the parent present. Just right for those children who require special care in order to learn or just need a bit of extra teaching time. This service is available for children aged 4 to 8 years. They may have a diagnosis, such as dyspraxia or autism, or may be prematurely born, or may just be having some difficulties with learning or fine motor skills. Annette has had many years’ experience and is well qualified. She offers a free initial consultation. Contact her by phoning 021 2997 456 or emailing [email protected] www.annettesplacenz.com
SPORT & CLUBS
Looking for a Christmas gift that could lead to a lifetime of fun for your
family? Kids learn to sail with Paremata Boating Club! Our popular learn to sail courses
are designed to introduce children aged 9-14 years and their parents to the sport
of sailing. Our next course is on and around Wellington Anniversary weekend in January
2017. It starts with a pool session and runs over the three days of Anniversary Weekend
plus the following two weekends (5 days plus the initial pool session). Optimist boats and
buoyancy vests are provided.
Girl Guides Pippins for 5 and 6 year old girls. Spaces available at Paraparaumu
Pippins unit. Tuesday, 3.30-4.30pm at June Oakley Guide Hall, Te Kupe Road,
Paraparaumu, Contact Devina McGhie: 2989076 or come along to the hall and visit
us.
KAPITI SOFTBALL
We are excited to announce - Lara Andrews Skill clinic is coming to Kapiti on the 19th of December. This is open to all JR players (your don't need to be a Kapiti club member to attend). We highly recommend this clinic and guarantee that your child will come away learning new skills.
Please sign up at: http://kapitisoftball.co.nz/content/lara-andrews-skill-clinic
HOLIDAY PROGRAMMES
December and January School Holiday Programme
Tennis Inc are offering Tennis Hot Shots holiday programmes at Paraparaumu Beach
Tennis Club for all keen beginner tennis players and those who want to progress into
Novice interclub!
Dates:
December
Monday 19th December and Wednesday 21st December
January
Week 1: Monday 9th January and Wednesday 11th January
Week 2: Monday 16th January and Wednesday 18th January
Red Ball: Time: 9-11am Age: 5 -7 years old
Cost: $20 per player per day
Players learn fundamental perceptual motor skills, grips, basic technique on key strokes
with fun tennis games and a fun tennis tournament with prizes.
Orange/Green Ball: Time: 11.30am-1.30pm Age: 8 -12 years old
Cost: $20 per player per day
Players do fundamental movement, grips, and basic technique on strokes, positioning
on singles and doubles, tactics and match play with prizes.
Note:
Each group requires a minimum of 5 players to go ahead.
For more information or to register contact:
Ph: Leonie 021 1690603 Email: [email protected]
Summer Camp January 2017 KHAAT NZ takes children aged 8-12 years around New Zealand. Children explore new
areas, make new friends, learn about different environments, build self-confidence and give
back along the way by volunteering. This summer we visit Taupo, Hawke’s Bay, and
Wairarapa. The fully inclusive camp starts Monday 16th January to Friday
20th January for $125 per day.
Find out more at www.kiwikhaat.co.nz/khaat-nz
Everyone’s Adventure wants to make outdoor adventures free for as many Wellington families as possible this summer. You can help them reach the target buy booking a fun kayak or bike experience for your family (child size available!), or buying vouchers for family and friends for Christmas.
Here’s how it works:
1. Make a booking at The Boatshed - Days Bay, The Bike Shed - Pencarrow, or Cycle Rimutaka, or buy a voucher for someone else to enjoy an adventure. Every dollar spent there counts - including drinks, ice creams and snacks.
2. The owners have calculated how much it’ll cost to safely operate those businesses over summer, and pay staff - it’s $300k.
3. Once the business' $300k summer costs are reached through your purchases, gear hire is FREE for everyone, for the rest of summer - til Easter weekend 2017.
If Wellington families get behind Everyone’s Adventure now, adventures will be free by the end of
the summer holidays!
KINDERGARTENS
The team at Community Kindy Bluegum is committed to providing the highest quality care and education for your child. Come and meet us and see our wonderful centre today. We provide an excellent Be School Ready initiative to help prepare your child for school. Our new hours are 8.30am to 3.45pm with full and half day sessions available. ECE hours and competitive rates on offer. Contact us at 17 Bluegum Road, Paraparaumu Beach Phone 905 5151 [email protected].
TUITION
Kapiti Wildheart Children's Christmas Art Workshop.
Making Xmas Decorations.Beach Inspired.
Sat 17th December.10-12.30 or 1- 3.30
All materials supplied.Cost $45
www.kapitiwildheart.co.nz or ph 0210696555
Want to learn to sing or play the guitar? I am a young, energetic local music teacher
based in central Paraparaumu. I teach singing of all abilities and beginners guitar. I
have a first class honours degree in music and an ATCL diploma in musical theatre. I
have many years of singing experience in classical, contemporary and theatrical
styles - so regardless of your taste in music I can cater for you! Costs are $25 per
lesson or $225 for a 10 week school term. Call or Email Tessa for more information –
[email protected] 0272265476
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