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ENTER TO LEARN - GO FORTH TO SERVE
Kuhu mai ki te ako - haere ki te awhi
NEWSLETTER
PRINCIPAL: Craig Haggo B.O.T. CHAIRPERSON: Brigid Crawford
Phone: 533 3811
Old Coach Road R D 6 Te Puke 3186 Phone (07) 533 3731 Fax (07) 533 3521 Email [email protected]
Website: www.pongakawa.school.nz
JR Bui lding sp ec ia l is e in FARM BUILDIN GS I NF RASTRUCTURE 20 years ex perience servic ing the Bay
► Farm Buildings infrastructure: hay barns, pole sheds, silage
bunkers, calf sheds and more….
► Specialist in all fencing: including decks and security fencing
► Orchard Development ► Artificial shelter
PLEASE SUPPORT THE BUSINESSES WHO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
6 Queen Street
PO Box 47, Te Puke, New Zealand
Phone 07 573 6127 / 573 6247
Fax 07 573 9831
Email: [email protected]
Farm Orchard Tractors and
Machinery Sales & Service
are your local agents for ;
Main Road PO Box 582 Te Puke 3153 New Zealand
Ph: 07 573 9107 Fax: 07 5736915
Email:[email protected] Website: www.rrtractors.co.nz
TERM DATES 2016 Term 1: 2/2/16 - 15/4/16 Term 2: 2/5/16 - 8/7/16 Term 3: 25/7/16 - 23/9/16 Term 4: 10/10/16 - 16/12/16
Contact Justin Robertson
M: 021 792 460 E: [email protected] W: www.ministryofdafence.co.nz
BP Pongakawa
SERVICE STATION
State Highway 2, R D 6 Pongakawa
Phone (07) 533 4155
PETROL - MILK - BREAD - GROCERIES
ICECREAMS - PIES AND MUCH MORE
TE PUKE VETERINARY CENTRE
Your friendly Caring Team
Comprehensive medical &
surgical service for farm &
companion animals
Ph (07) 573 7606
KIWI LAND
DEVELOPMENTS
BULLDOZING, CONTOURING AND EXCAVATING
Ph 5333063 or 0274 741589
Email: [email protected]
PLEASE SUPPORT THE BUSINESSES WHO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
David Reid
P: 07 533 3668 M: 027 2533 454 E: [email protected] A: 1963 Old Coach Rd, RD6, Te Puke
Build it - Fix it - Move it!
*Onsite engineering & welding. *12 tonne bulldozer & operator for hire. *Competitive Rates
Ph Rod 027 8918440 or 07 5336066
*Agricultural work *Farm races & tracks *Contouring *Plant & Machinery repairs/modifications *30 years experience *Quality workmanship
PROFESSIONAL & PERSONALISED PROPERTY SPECIALISTS
136 Pukehina Parade Pukehina Beach, R D 9, Te Puke
PH: 07 2811324 or Mob: 021 0467065 Email: [email protected]
Managing Holiday & Long Term Rentals
Covering all areas from Matata to Te Puke
See our website at: www.beachrentals.net.nz
Eye brow shaping
Eye brow tinting
Eye lash tinting
All Waxing
Facials
Manicures &
Pedicures
Ph or Txt Wendy
On 0275 593 693
By Appointment
Only
1668 Old Coach Road, Pukehina
(cnr of Pukehina Station Rd & Old
Coach Rd) 0275 593 693
Qualified Beauty Therapist
FARM BIKE SERVICING
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
QUADS, TRAIL BIKES, BEACH BIKES And 2-WHEELERS
Ph: 573 4038
**Mechanic Position available - Apply to Shelly**
Mike & Shelly Priebe - M & M Contractors
Dear Parents and Caregivers The temperature is dropping, that’s for sure which is not such good news if like me you don’t enjoy winter that much. On the other hand if you like snow skiing then this is the best change in the weather for you. Just a reminder that for winter sports it is mandatory to ensure you have paid any sports fees before your child plays. The amount the school has to pay to secure teams in various competitions has increased markedly over recent years and given the size of our school it is impossible for us to carry this debt for you. Some children will receive reminder notices so please action these or make contact with the school office to arrange a regular payment plan. Saturday or out of school sports and activities are not unfortunately covered by the school’s operations grant in the same way core curriculum is and this is why a cost is incurred. Many thanks again for the marvellous feedback in regard to the conversations I have had with groups of children over the past couple of weeks. Because we try to live the ‘Second Home’ beliefs it is important that from time to time we remind children of our expectations of them not just in terms of academic matters but also about life skills. Many would say how we relate to others, the respect we show and the way we treat those around us is as important as anything else that happens at school and I would agree with this. A number of you are parents have talked with me about this and said these are just the things you are focussing on at home too. We are moving closer and closer to the beginning of our next building redevelopment, that being rooms 1 – 3. The more detailed plans are not too far away now and we hope once these have arrived to make them available for you. As we get closer to the process beginning I will inform you in a more detailed way about the temporary changes we will need to make for some rooms location as building work starts Congratulations to all those who were successful in the recent Board of Trustee Elections, good on you for opting in and stepping up. I look forward to working with you. Yours in teaching Craig Haggo Principal
Our bank account details for any payments are: ASB 123407 0007320 00
School Office: Phone 533 3731 Email address: [email protected]
Week 4 Term 2 23rd May 2016
Website www.pongakawa.school.nz
PTA NEWS Scented eco-store soap for sale. $10 for 6 bars, Scents available are Lemongrass or Grapefruit/Mint. Orders can be placed with Sheree Horton Ph 5333309
PTA Quiz Night Saturday 28th May 2016 6.30pm
Quiz Helpers still required for setting up on Thursday
(fairy lights & decorations) & Friday (tables & chairs,
etc) 1.30pm onwards and pack-up on Sunday 9.30am
onwards.
There are a few spare tables available for those that
would like to come along to Quiz night but don’t have
enough people for a team. Ring the office to put your
name down and we will put you in a team for the
night. Cost is $25 per person. Please ensure that you book and pay for your Quiz Night table with the school office before 27th May 2016. Tickets are still available. For online payments the PTA Bank Account Number is: 12-3407-0007347-01
MEASLES UPDATE There is currently an outbreak of measles affecting three Waikato schools. As of 18 May 2016 there have been 22 confirmed cases with a further 9 under investigation. To date, there are no confirmed cases in the Bay of Plenty or Lakes districts. However, this is an important reminder for parents to ensure their children are up to date with their immunisations. Measles immunisation is free and is the best way to prevent measles. Two doses of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is 99% effective in preventing measles. The MMR vaccine is given as part of the usual childhood immunisations at 15 months of age and at 4 years of age. If any, or both, of these immunisations have been missed, it is not too late to catch up. If there is an outbreak of measles at a school, students who have not had their immunisations may be required to stay at home for two weeks (or longer) to ensure they don’t pass measles on to others. For more information please go to: www.ttophs.govt.nz/measles Measles can be serious but fortunately it is easily preventable through immunisation. Thank you for your assistance with helping to prevent the spread of measles to our communities.
For Windows users search for Skoolbag in the Windows Store and install the app and then find your school. Please note it must be a Windows 8.1 or 10 device.If you have any problems installing the app please contact the office and we can assist you.
Massey University Biological Monitoring Study to Measure Levels of Environmental Chemicals In New Zealand Children Environmental pollution such as heavy metals and synthetic chemicals can be found in soil, air, water around the world. Every human in the world is exposed to pollution to varying degrees and carries traces in their body. The past decades have seen many successful efforts to reduce the levels of pollution in our environment, such as better control of industrial waste discharges. This study will show whether these efforts have been successful and indicate where more work is needed. Your child is invited to take part in a study measuring levels of environmental chemicals in their bodies. These chemicals include metals (such as lead, mercury, arsenic), cotinine (indicating exposure to tobacco smoke), additives to consumer products (such as triclosan, fluoride, sunscreen active ingredients, parabens), and components of plastics (such as bisphenol A and phthalates). If your child participates in the study we will measure these chemicals in their blood and urine, and provide you with individual testing results free of charge. Information sheets are available at the school office.
Pongakawa school Board of Trustees Election
Declaration of Parent Election Results 2016
At the close of nominations, as the number of valid nominations were fewer that the number of vacancies required to be filled, I hereby declare the following duly elected. Brigid Crawford Rachel Fowler
Declaration of Staff Election Results 2016 At the close of nominations as there was only one valid nomination received I hereby declare the following duly elected. Jaala Poihipi Christine Boyd Returning Officer
EVENTS COMING UP
23/05/16 BOT Meeting
28/05/16 Quiz Night “Denim & Diamonds” 6.30pm
31/05/16 Fresh Moves at Baycourt 7pm
02/06/16 HPV 2nd Dose
06/06/16 Queens Birthday Public Holiday
08/06/16 School Cross Country
13/06/16 PTA Meeting
15/06/16 Cluster Cross Country
22/06/16 WBOP Cross Country
22/06/16 Jump Jam
SQUASH for years 5,6,7,8 only : LAST CALL FOR SQUASH NOTICES! Games began last Thursday. Still able to take more players. Graeme Randolph, is continuing to come into school to coach groups of students during school time, catering for all abili-ties. Group sizes are limited to 6 students and the programme will run on Thursdays for another 7 weeks. Graeme will assess students after their first session and may swap groups to accommodate similar ability players. Cost is $70 for the term payable to: GR Squash bank account 030 626 0619905 000 Squash Court Membership : Please make sure you have updated your annual subscription fees for squash cards, if not updating please return your card. Gillian Moore School of Dance : Wednesday. Contact Hannah 022 047 3317 to enrol for Term 2 2016 or by email : [email protected] Drama Lessons : From Wednesday May 11th for 9 weeks 1.30pm $60 for 1 child or $110 for 2 children . Contact Helen Dewhirst Tel - 5331-874 or 027-202-83-22 email- [email protected] Gym : Open to all ages. Still spaces available for a further 5 weeks. Cost $65.00 from 3.15-4.15pm Still able to take more students.
COMMUNITY - SCHOOL NOTICES
Wanted: House/Cottage to rent or buy in Pongakawa or Pukehina area. References available. Pongakawa school family. Phone 021 072 2177 Wanted: House to rent 3 Bedroom in Pongakawa/Pukehina Area Ph Maria 021 0228 0083 House for rent: Three bedroom Intalok house approximately 110m2 close to Pongakawa School. Heat pump and double garage. $300/week. Phone 027 4541668 or 027 4937247 Pine Cones for sale. $5 Small bag $10 Large bag (All money raised goes to our school camp fees). Ph Meg or Hannah 5333 811 or text 0275 567 568 2yr Old Feijoa Trees for sale (most are in fruit). $10 each. Selling bare rooted - will dig them out just for you, or come and choose and dig your own. 5 different varieties, (Apollo, Opal Star, Unique, Pounamu & Kakapo), Over 700 to choose from. Text Sjaan for more details 0273187868 - Maniatutu Rd. Fi's Wannabes Costume Hire Are you looking for that special something for the Denim and Diamonds themed Quiz Night? Give Fiona a call and come and choose that perfect outfit. Ph. 5333896/0274233354 or visit my website www.fiswannabes.co.nz
SPORTS NOTICES / RESULTS Hockey : Flames Yr 4/5 : Played two 20 minute games. First game against Papamoa white lost 3-0 then against Mount Storm lost 4-0. They played well for their first games for the season. They played better in their second game with positions and defence with lots of passing. Rattlers Yr 3/4 : Unfortunately the Rattlers were playing a Year 5/6 team and lost their games 6-0 and 4-0. But despite the disadvantage they did dig deep and gave it their best shot Yr 7/8 11 Aside : A win against Mt Intermediate B, 9-1 First full game, good use of the field just need to work on looking where to pass and calling. Basketball : Pongakawa Raptors: Yr 1/2 Little League First game for the season. A great start with all players so enthusiastic to take the court. POD: Taurei Puru - for his energy levels trying really hard on attack and defending. Practise will be every Monday at lunch time. Game tonight at 4.30pm, ASB Stadium on Court 6B. Looking ahead, the remaining games for the season will be played at 4.00 pm. I will send out a copy of the games so you are able to plan ahead. Pongakawa Panthers: Yr 5/6 A loss but only just, a hard fought game, well done. Pongakawa Raiders: Yr 5/6 A great win for your first game, awesome teamwork. Top scorer was Peta with 10 points! Pongakawa Bone Crushers: Yr 3/4 A win, lots great intercepting and passing, well done. Futsal : A correction for last weeks game between the Cobras and the Makos. It was the Cobras who were victorious and won the game; not the Makos as previously reported. Congratulations! There are such a lot of year 3/4 students now playing futsal so we are going to split into 4 teams and play half court games (the correct court size for this age group) from next week. Exciting to see game skills growing and some great team play to score goals. Wins last week to year 3/4 Black, Cobras, Panthas, Baba Clan and Mischief Makers. Games this week : 3:30 - all year 3/4 games, 4:00 – Cobras v Panthas, 4:30 – Kickers v Mako, 5:00 – Baba Clan v LL, 5:30 – Mischief Makers v Soccer Girls. (An early warning - there will be no games next Friday (Queens Birthday weekend) as the Action Centre has been booked for another activity) School’s gym competition. There are many students working towards entering the Te Puke Gym competition but as coaching time is limited this term, please remind your child to attend practises every opportunity they have. Practise times for anyone are: 8am – 8:40 Wed, Thurs, Fri. Wednesday Lunchtime: 12:45 – 1:25 Middle School, Thursday Lunchtime: 12:45 – 1:25 Senior School Friday Lunchtime: 12:45 – 1:25 Jiddle School
Netball: White Ferns : Another excellent week for the team - who are working so hard together. 17-3 to the opposition. POD: Shakaylia Dawson for awesome interception throughout the game Black Ferns : Played a great game showing excellent team work. 28-10 to Pongakawa. POD: Darnique Whare for outstanding defence and interception skills
Pongakawa 125yrs Jubilee Please spread the word that Pongakawa School’s 125 year Jubilee will be held next year over the weekend of February 24th, 25th 26th 2017. Check out Facebook Page- “Pongakawa School 125 Jubilee” for updates and further information but please inform past pupils etc that could be interested. Website will be active very soon – note the signage at the main road end of School Road
Term 2 Activities
Our Year 7/8 and Year 5/6 Amazing Race teams faced some tough competition last Wednesday competing at Memorial Park. The Year 5/6 team won a spot prize. Congratulations to all for a great effort on the day.
