Parent Information Booklet 2021
Glenholme School provides our tamariki with the skill, will and thrill to become assessment capable learners
Kia ora Koutou Nau mai haere mai. Welcome to Glenholme School.
Glenholme School is one of Rotorua‘s longest established schools, with a loyal and committed community support network. Glenholme School has a strong reputation for being a friendly, supportive environment, while meeting the needs of our diverse learners. We have a successful values programme based around the themes of Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence. Learning and student achievement is at the heart of everything that happens at Glenholme School. Staff and Board of Trustees ensure that we provide our students with the skill, will and thrill to become assessment capable learners.
Noho ora mai
Sarah Thompson Principal
Parent Information Booklet www.glenholme.school.nz
Welcome to Glenholme School. This booklet is designed to answer some of the common questions parents and whanau need to know about our school. Please make use of the contact details if you have further questions that you need answered as we are always happy to help.
School Vision Statement: Glenholme School provides our tamariki with the skill, will and thrill to become assessment capable learners
School’s Purpose Statement: Glenholme School’s educative purpose is to: Cause learning Serve each learner
Developing each learner holistically is critical in creating curious tamariki who think and relate well to others. There are overarching principles that Glenholme School believes are important for each individual to acquire during their Glenholme years.
Cause learning high expectations of success and a desire to achieve success assessment capable learners shared language of learning learning dispositions learning processes strong personal connections between students and adults
Serve each learner learning is visible teachers and school leaders are inspired and passionate teachers and school leaders are fundamentally evaluators of our practice teachers and school leaders who see learning through the eyes of students teachers and school leaders with visible learning mindframes
Our Community
Glenholme School is a thriving inner city Rotorua School, with a diverse student group. The school is a contributing primary, with a stable roll of 360. The strength of Glenholme School is the diverse community, with many of Rotorua‘s ethnic groups represented. We currently have 43% Maori, 28% European, and growing number of Pasifika, Indian and Filipino students and families. Glenholme is one of Rotorua‘s longest established schools, with a strongly loyal and committed group of supporters. Our location, facilities and focus on educational excellence attracts parents and families from around the Rotorua region and not just the inner city.
Our School
The Glenholme School Board of Trustees and staff are committed to providing a high quality learning environment, which will enable our learners to have a shared language of learning. We are very proud of the development of high quality school wide and classroom programmes, which contribute to this, including the very successful Visible Learning. The 40 staff at Glenholme School includes full and part time teaching staff, support staff and attached teachers. Glenholme School has a strong reputation for being a friendly, supportive place, while meeting the needs of our diverse learners. Developing each learner holistically is critical in creating curious tamariki who think and relate well to others. There are overarching principles that Glenholme School believes are important for each individual to acquire during their Glenholme years.
Home—School Partnerships
Partnerships are collaborative relationships that continue to support students’ learning. Effective partners complement and respect one another and value each other‘s contribution. Together they form a network of significant people with a common interest in a child‘s learning. In 2020
Glenholme School will utilise a variety of approaches for sharing information and discussing learning with families. Glenholme School encourages parents to pop into classrooms and touch base with the classroom teacher. When student‘s teachers and their families take advantage of informal face to face encounters to show a warm personal interest in each other and in building a relationship, the development of an effective home-school partnership is facilitated.
Te Reo me Tikanga Maori
Te Reo and Tikanga Maori programmes are successfully integrated into the class programmes. Te Reo and Tikanga Maori programmes capture language, culture and identity. Glenholme School has an accomplished Kapa Haka group led by Whaea Susan Swann-Eason. The Kapa Haka group remains committed and dedicated throughout the year. The roopu proudly represent Glenholme School on a number of occasions including pohiri and the Rotorua Ahurei Festival. Te Reo Maori and Tikanga Maori learning experiences involve the school community coming together in the preparation and sharing of kai and learning programmes. Glenholme School is confident that initiatives together with the aroha from the staff is the impetus of establishing an environment where Maori students and whanau feel valued and supported to take advantage of the many opportunities available to them. Glenholme School has strong links with Ngati Whakaue. The tikanga, haka and waiata at Glenholme School relates directly to Ngati Whakauetanga. The school is supported by the Ngati Whakaue Endowment Trust Board and it jointly funds extremely successful literacy intervention programmes. STAFF ORGANISATION – 2021
Management Principal Mrs Sarah Thompson [email protected] Deputy Principal Mrs Molly Norton [email protected] Assistant Principal Whaea Susan Swann-Eason [email protected]
Whakapoungakau Team
A1 Miss Crystal Gunn Yr 5/6 [email protected]
A2 Whaea Jade Rogers Yr 5/6 [email protected]
A3 Miss Zara Matthews (Miss Zara) Yr 5/6 [email protected]
A5 Whaea Kylie Laxton-Blinkhorn Yr 5/6 [email protected]
Whakapoungakau Team Leader of Learning is Whaea Kylie Laxton-Blinkhorn
Tihiōtonga Team
B1 Mrs Nicola Andrews (Whaea Nicky) Yr 3/4 [email protected]
B3 Mrs Allyson Caines (Whaea Allyson) Yr 3/4 [email protected]
B7 Mrs Tania Wheki (Whaea Tania) Yr 3/4 [email protected]
B5 Mrs Jodene Williams (Whaea Jodene) Yr 3/4 [email protected] Tihiōtonga Team Leader of Learning is Mrs Andrews
Pukehangi Team
A6 Mrs Lisa Kiel (Mrs Kiel) Yr 1/2 [email protected]
C6 Miss Sharyn Bridgeman (Miss Bridgeman) Yr 1/2 [email protected]
C7 Miss Rachel Greenfield Yr 1/0 [email protected]
C8 Miss Rachel Palmer (Whaea Rachel) Yr 1/0 [email protected]
C9 Mrs Monique Palmer (Mrs Palmer) Yr 1/0 [email protected]
B6 Miss Lynda Williamson (Miss Williamson) Yr 1/2 [email protected] Pukehangi Team Leader of Learning is Miss Sharyn Bridgeman [email protected]
Part Time Teachers
Mrs Deb Taylor (Mrs T) Te Pikopiko Programme [email protected] Mrs Sheree James CRT Release
Administration
Mrs Donna Burns (Mrs Burns) Finance Executive [email protected]
Mrs Lynette Turton (Mrs Turton) Office Manager [email protected]
Miss Kylee Kennedy (Whaea Kylee) Office Assistant [email protected]
Maintenance
Mr Andrew Thompson (Matua Andrew) Care Taker, Maintenance Officer
Chris Meegan (Matua Chris) Assistant Caretaker
Support Staff
Anne Cooney (Mrs Cooney), Sue Edwards (Mrs Edwards), Paula Christensen (Whaea Paula), Winiana Nicholls (Whaea Wini), June Paretoa (Whaea June) and Angie Brierley (Whaea Angie), Emma Wright (Mrs Wright) , Jen Conroy (Whaea Jen),
Yanne Logan, Christine Kelly (Whaea Christine), Aroha Gotz (Whaea Aroha)
Attached Staff Resource Teacher of Literacy Maryanne de Nys [email protected] Mrs Trudy Beatson [email protected]
Social Worker in Schools (SWISs) Tracy Strickland
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Chairperson: Kapie Tawhai Principal: Sarah Thompson 07 348 1489 Staff Representative: Donna Burns Parent Representatives: Jenny Packham Darryn Onekawa Marc Brierley Minutes Secretary: Lynette Turton 07 348 1489 Accidents and Sick Students Sick Bay Room The Sick Bay is managed by the office staff. If you are collecting a child please sign your child out at the office before you take them home.
Accidents: In the event of an accident your child will be administered basic first aid. In the case of serious accidents parents will be contacted. If it is an emergency the student will be taken to A&E, doctor or dentist.
Medication: Please hand all named medications and signed instructions to the office. Parents must sign a Prescribed Medication Procedures form before staff are able to administer medication. These will be stored in the reception area and administered by office staff.
Allergies and severe medical conditions: Medications for specific allergies/illnesses will be kept in the reception area with details for administration. Details of students with significant life-threatening conditions are held in the form of a health plan at the school office. Parents must inform the office of any changes in their child‘s health plan to ensure that correct action is taken.
Attendance Achievement = Attendance. Excellent attendance is vital for good progress. Your child should be attending school unless they are sick or there are very special circumstances. If your child is sick please phone school 348 1489 or text 0212455214 and let us know, or send a note with a sibling. We would appreciate knowing by 9.15 am if your child is going to be absent, as caregivers of children absent without explanation are phoned between 9.15-9.30am each morning. Late students must report to the School Office. Students leaving school or returning to school during the day must also report to the School Office. Glenholme School utilizes an electronic register. Teachers record attendance twice a day. Before 9.30am and before 2 pm each day. The Board of Trustees is required by Part 3 of the Education Act 1989 and amendments to ensure the enrolment and attendance of students at our school. Students are required to attend school whenever school is open. Regular attendance enhances students learning and is essential for their attainment of academic, cultural and social goals. Appropriate steps will be taken to ensure cultural sensitivity when assessing the justification for an absence. Therefore the Board of Trustees, Staff and Management understand that absences for family reasons can be legitimate and parents and students should not be anxious regarding these circumstances. However, they are still officially counted as an absence according to the Education Act 1989. Pattern of unexplained absence developing over 3-4 weeks e.g. every Monday: start at step 1 or 3 days of absence without contact: straight to step 2.
Step 1: Teacher will speak to child. No improvement. Step 2: Teacher will phone or have personal contact with the parent. No improvement/no phone contact. Step 3: Letter sent will be sent home (copy of the letter kept for the Leaders of Learning and or Principal). No improvement. Step 4: Teacher will refer the concern to the Leaders of Learning. School will contact and organise to meet with parents. Meeting should include teacher / Leaders of Learning. No improvement after 2 weeks. Step 5: School will contact the Truancy Officer contacted. No improvement. Step 6: Letter sent home from Principal regarding the parent‘s legal obligations and meeting if possible. dated and keep a copy. inform classroom teacher of outcome. No improvement/no response to letter within 2 weeks. Step 7: School will refer to Youth Aid Officer (Police). inform classroom teacher of outcome.
Assembly School assemblies and team assemblies are held on a regular basis. School assemblies are held on Friday mornings every fortnight. Parents are welcome to attend school assemblies. School and Team assemblies highlight student achievement and focus on the learning and learner. Award ceremony assemblies are held at the end of the year. They include farewells to Year 6 students, staff and acknowledge the recipients of the Glenholme School Awards for the year. Principal Awards are presented at School Assemblies. Principal Award recipients are notified via the School Newsletter the week before the assembly presentation.
Assessment Teachers regularly check what students know and can do as a result of the teaching and learning programmes. Evidence used to make decisions might include class work, assessment results, observation of a range of skills, self and peer assessment and student-voice. Assessment is used to provide learners with feedback on their progress and achievement, to help teachers plan programmes which meet the needs of learners and to provide relevant information for reporting to Board of Trustees, Ministry of Education and parents. Developing Assessment Capable learners – developing learners who can explain and understand the progress. Learners who know where they at, where they are going and what their next steps are.
Learning Culture Procedure for Classrooms Purpose Statement To develop empathy, respect and tolerance for others in order for all students to reach their full potential. Glenholme School provides the necessary support for individual teachers so that they are able to maintain a safe classroom environment. The learning culture procedures and structures are mechanisms to support and maintain safe and supportive classrooms within the school environment. The learning culture classroom strategies are based on the Glenholme School Learner Dispositions and Glenholme School Values. All reward systems reinforce: the five dispositions: Innovator, Risk Taker, Collaborator, Thinker, and Self-Regulator the four values: Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence. Classes may also create a class contract, treaty or rules.
Achievement Card System Classes will be issued with four different cards. Each child will be issued with an achievement card by the class teacher. There are 50 click spaces on each card in the 'four card' system. The teacher will issue only the maximum of 5 clicks per week. Students must not move down the waka. Teachers keep track of each individual student‘s behaviour. Student who receive Toru cards will have a letter sent home explaining to parents the concerning behavior’s and any action taken. Parents need to acknowledge this letter by signing and returning it to school or by contacting the teacher. Successful completion of Card 1 the student receives a reward. Successful completion of Card 2 the student receives a reward. Successful completion of Card 3 the student receives another reward. Successful completion of Card 4 the student has the opportunity to be chosen as one of the Top 5 children from each room, with the most clicks. All new enrolments start at the first card, disregarding when they start at our school. If a child leaves school and then returns they restart on Card 1.
Student Behaviour Concerns If a student’s behaviour is of concern e.g. they have continual Rua or Toru cards the teacher should make contact with parents and discuss the concerns. Students, who appear frequently in the playground duty notebooks, may also be contacted by the classroom teacher, Deputy Principal and or Principal. Students who continually behave inappropriately are monitored. It is essential that if the Learning Culture System is not successfully managing behaviour that the right kind of intervention is put in place for the individual student. Intervention can range from positive reinforcement behaviour contracts, lunchtime detentions, social skills programmes, lunchtime programme, removal from the playground and or restricted play areas. It is essential that parents are involved and supportive of the intervention strategies. Some students and teachers may require support agencies to help modify behaviors’. If this is necessary parents will be part of the decision making along with the classroom teacher, Deputy Principal and or Principal. Parent’s need to be contacted and informed by the classroom teacher and a meeting to discuss the child‘s behaviour scheduled. Parents and students are advised of possible consequences and intervention strategies if the behaviour in the classroom or playground is not modified. The classroom teacher, Deputy Principal and or Principal will monitor the behaviour of the student and keep parents informed. Behaviour consequences will vary according to the nature of the behaviour. Consequences could range from missing class reward or treats, being excluded from school events such as inter-school sports or cross country, to stand-downs for extremely inappropriate behaviour. Violent and extremely inappropriate behaviors will not be tolerated at Glenholme School. Management will contact parents and advise them of the situation and the consequences for violent and or extremely inappropriate behaviors.
Classroom Reward Strategies Teachers may wish to develop a group or class points system to build class tone and positive relationships/behaviour. These may be linked to other rewards such as free time or lucky dips. Parents are encouraged to contact the classroom teacher if you wish to be informed of the systems operating in your child/ren’s class. Rules for the Playground Model the Glenholme School Values. Be in the right place at the right time. Move promptly when the bell rings.
Playground Behaviour Verbal warnings and redirection (go and play on the playground) can be given for minor behaviour issues in the playground. If the behaviour warrants a consequence then it should be recorded in the duty notebook.
Recording If a child behaves inappropriately in the playground it will be recorded in the duty notebook with date, child‘s name, room, incident and consequence.
Delayed Consequences If the consequences have to be delayed until the next day or from interval until lunch time the person who imposed the consequences should inform the next duty teacher. Students involved in on-going playground behavioral issues and are causing concern for staff maybe nominated for a Lunch Club programme.
Playgrounds Reward System These are given out at intervals and lunchtimes by duty teachers for children behaving appropriately and demonstrating the Glenholme School Values. One child is drawn from each team at school assemblies.
Emergency Card System Red card for severe problems in class and playground. White card with a red cross for medical emergencies in the playground.
Class of the Week in Assembly Trophy and certificates to be awarded for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd best class. A class is chosen from each 3 areas, floor to the right, floor to the left and the seats.
Lunch Club Programme Students demonstrating concerning on-going playground behaviour are removed from the playground for a period of time and undertake a supervised and structured programme. The programme incorporates the following elements and is monitored and conducted by Management. Glenholme School Values. Acceptable playground interactions. Restorative Thinking practices (when appropriate).
Stand-Downs, Suspension and Exclusions Section 14 of the Education Act sets out grounds on which principals may decide to stand-down, suspend or exclude students The principals may stand-down or suspend a student if satisfied on reasonable grounds that: a) the student‘s gross misconduct or continual disobedience is harmful or dangerous example to other students at the school; or b) because of the students behaviour, it is likely that the student, or other students at the school, will be seriously harmed if the student is not stood-down or suspended for an unspecified period. The principal must ensure that the decision to stand-down, suspend or exclude a student is made in accordance with all the legal requirements. The principal must ensure that appropriate process is undertaken and that the Ministry of Education Guidelines for Principals and Board of Trustees on Stand-Downs, Suspensions and Exclusions is adhere to.
Student Welfare and Attendance Concerns Student welfare and attendance concerns are to be discussed regularly at staff meetings. Attendance concerns should be followed up as per the Attendance Guidelines, with teacher‘s making home contact as early as possible. Deputy Principal and or Principal to be notified of any such concerns through team minutes. Welfare concerns should be discussed with the Team Leader first and then with the Deputy Principal. These will be handled on a case by case basis in the most appropriate way.
Bullying Bullying can be found in every school in the country. It is all too often part of the way young people interact in our society. Glenholme School recognises its extent and impact and will take steps to stop it happening. When bullying is ignored or downplayed, students will suffer ongoing torment and harassment. It can cause lifelong damage to victims. Both bullies and those regularly victimised are more likely to become criminals. A school's failure to deal with bullying endangers the safety of all its pupils by allowing a hostile environment to interfere with learning. There is clear evidence that school action can dramatically reduce the incidence of bullying.
Bullying … Usually has three common features: it is a deliberate, hurtful behavior. it is repeated. it is difficult for those being bullied to defend themselves. There are three main types of bullying: physical; hitting, kicking, taking belongings. verbal; name-calling, insulting, racist remarks. indirect / emotional; spreading nasty stories, excluding from groups.
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Awhi A1 Educare Esol Learning Glenholme School Cyber Safety Use Agreement
Instructions for Parents/Caregivers/Legal Guardians Please read sections A/B carefully. If there are any points you would like to discuss with the school, let the school office know as soon as possible. 2. Discuss the cybersafety rules with your child. 3. Sign the use agreement form (section c) and return that page to the school office. 4. Please keep Section A/B for future reference. This term ‘parent’ used throughout this document also refers to legal guardians and caregiver. Important terms used in this document: a. The abbreviation ICT in this document refers to the term Information & Communication Technologies. b. Cybersafety refers to the safe use of the Internet and ICT equipment/devices, including mobile phones. c. School ICT refers to the school‘s computer network, internet access facilities, computers, and other school ICT equipment/devices as outlined in (d) below. d. The ICT equipment/devices used in this document, includes but is not limited to, computers (such as desktops, laptops, iPads, Chromebooks, storage devices (such as USB and flash memory devices, CD‘s, DVD‘s, iPods, MP3 players) cameras (such as video, digital, webcam & skype) all types of mobile phones, gaming consoles, video and audio players/received (such as portable CD & DVD players) and any other, similar, technologies as they come into use. e. ‘Objectionable’ in this agreement means material that deals with matters such as sex, cruelty, or violence in such a manner that is likely to be injurious to the good of students or incompatible with a school environment. This intended to be inclusive of the definition uses in the films, videos, and publications classification act 1993. Additional information can be found on NetSafe’s website www.netsafe.org.nz/ua
SECTION A: INTRODUCTION The measures to ensure the cyber safety of Glenholme School outlines in this document are based on our Glenholme School Values. Digital technology has a vital role in teaching and learning, running our workplaces, and our daily lives. Many of our students are digital natives, and we are committed to creating digital citizens. We value our internet facilities and ICT digital technology equipment and the benefits they bring us in teaching and learning and the effective operation of the school. Our school has rigorous cyber safety practices in place, which include cyber safety use agreements for all school staff and students. We actively encourage our students to use digital technology confidently and competently by learning how to keep themselves safe online and manage challenges and issues, including understanding and meeting privacy and copyright laws, and protecting digital devices and equipment. The overall goal of the school in this matter is to create and maintain a cyber safety culture which is in keeping with the values of the school, and legislative and professional obligations. This use agreement includes information about your obligations, responsibilities, and the nature of possible consequences associated with cyber safety breaches which undermine the safety of the school environment. All students will be issued with a Cyber safety Use Agreement and once signed students will be able to use the school ICT equipment/devices. The school‘s internet access facilities, computers and other school ICT equipment/devices are for educational purposes appropriate to the school environment.
This applies whether the ICT equipment is owned or leased either partially or solely by the school, and used on or off the school site.
In keeping with our Health, Safety, and Welfare policy, we follow procedures to guide our use of the internet, mobile phones, and other digital devices and equipment. We maintain a cyber safe school environment by ensuring that the school's ICT network, hardware, and software is effectively maintained and secure, including content filtering (safe searches). The school maintains the right to monitor, access, and review digital technology use, including email use, and to audit material on school equipment. The school may also ask to audit privately- owned digital devices/equipment used on the school site or at any school-related activity. The school may use a third party, such as N4L, to monitor school internet use. This may include browsing history. Serious Breaches The safety of students is of paramount concern. We take any apparent breach of cyber safety seriously and respond using our guidelines for Responding to Digital Incidents and Concerns and Complaints, as appropriate. In serious incidents, we seek advice from an appropriate source, such as Netsafe, the New Zealand School Trustees Association, and/or a lawyer with specialist knowledge in this area. Special attention is paid to the need for specific procedures regarding the gathering of evidence in potentially serious cases. If illegal material or activities are suspected, the matter may need to be reported to the relevant law enforcement agency.
SECTION B: RULES TO HELP KEEP GLENHOLME SCHOOL STUDENTS CYBERSAFE
A safe and responsible use of ICT will keep myself and other people safe by the following rules: I cannot use school ICT equipment until my parent(s) and I have signed my use agreement form. I can only use the computers and other school ICT equipment for my schoolwork. If I am unsure whether I am allowed to do something involving ICT, I will ask the teacher first. If I have my own user name, I will log on only with that user name. I will not allow anyone else to use my user name. I will not tell anyone else my password. I can only go online or access the Internet at school when a teacher gives permission. I understand that I must not, at any time, use the Internet, email, mobile phones or any ICT equipment to be mean, rude, and offensive or to bully, harass, or in any way harm anyone else connected to our school, or the school itself, even if it is meant as a joke.
While at school I will not:
I will not bring personal digital devices to school. These are not necessary to have during the day. This includes cellphones, smartwatches, tablets, laptops, handheld PCs and consoles, portable music players, e-readers, and other similar devices. Attempt to search for things online I know are not acceptable at our school. This could include anything that is rude, violent or uses unacceptable language such as swearing. I will not cause any harm to anyone in the form of cyberbullying or online bullying. Cyberbullying, or online bullying, is when digital technology is used to bully or harass. The bullying takes the form of sending messages, making posts, or publishing content that intends to harm. This can occur through email, text messages, instant messages, in social media, or in other formats. Examples include negative messages, and sharing pictures, images, or personal information without someone's consent. Make any attempt to get around, or bypass, security, monitoring and filtering that is in place at our school. If I find anything mean or rude or things I know are not acceptable to our school on any ICT equipment/devices I will not show others, turn off the screen and get a teacher straight away.
I understand that I must not download/import or copy any files such as music, videos, games or programmes without the permission of a teacher. This is to ensure we are following copyright laws. I will not connect any device (such as a USB drive, camera or phone) to school ICT or run any software, without a teachers permission. This includes all wireless technology. The school cyber safety rules apply to any ICT equipment/device brought to school. I will not give out any personal information online. Personal information includes: name, address, email address, phone numbers and photos. I will respect all school ICT and will treat all ICT equipment/devices with care. This includes: Not intentionally disrupting the smooth running any school ICT systems Not attempting to hack or gain unauthorized access to any system Following all school cyber safety rules, and not joining in if other students choose to be irresponsible with ICT. Reporting any breakages/damage to a staff member.
I understand that if I break these rules, the school may need to inform any parents. In serious cases the school may take disciplinary action against me. I also understand that my family may be charged for repair costs. I understand that I may lose the privilege to use the ICT gear if I cannot be trusted to follow these rules.
I understand that Glenholme School will: Do its best to enhance learning through the safe use of ICT. This includes working to restrict access to inappropriate, illegal or harmful material on the internet or school ICT equipment/devices at school – related activities. Work progressively with children and their families to encourage and develop an understanding for the importance of cyber safety through education designed to complement and support these agreement initiatives. This includes providing children with strategies to keep themselves safe in the cyberspace. Respond to any breaches in an appropriate manner. Welcome enquiries from parents or students about cyber safety issues. My responsibilities include: I will read this cyber safety use agreement document. I will discuss the information with my child and explain why it is important. I will return the signed agreement to the school. I will support the school ‘s cyber safety programme by encouraging my child to follow the cyber safety rules, and to always ask the teacher if they are unsure about any use of ICT. I will contact the principal to discuss any questions I might have about cyber safety and/ or this use agreement and I am welcome to do this at any time.
Purchasing School Uniforms at NZ Uniforms Glenholme School has 2 purchasing options for parents regarding school uniforms. Retail store in Rotorua and an online shopping option are available.
Online Shopping with NZ Uniforms NZ Uniforms School Websitehttp://glenholme.nzuniforms.com or http://www.nzuniforms.com/
Notes: Parent‘s select from the range of items available what is appropriate for their child / ren Compulsory School Uniform Sun Hat for all Year 0-6 students in terms 1 and 4 Shoes, sneakers, boots or sandals are to be plain black Socks are to be plain black Girls wearing winter tights must be black Polypropylene or thermals (winter months) worn under the school uniform must be black All new enrolments must start Glenholme School in full uniform Students must wear regulation school uniform, non-uniform items similar in colour and style are not acceptable. Except in an emergency, students must wear correct dress code. Parents write a letter of explanation if their child wears non-uniform clothing or footwear, stating the reason. Your child presents the letter to school management in the morning. When a student comes to school with incorrect uniform and with or without a notice of explanation, they will be sent to the office and provided with uniform that they can borrow for the day Non-uniform clothing items will be removed whilst at school and must be collected by the student at the end of each day The school accepts no responsibility for any non-uniform clothing items All school uniform items should be clearly named The only jewellery items to be worn are medic alert ID, a wrist watch or items of religious or cultural significance Hair accessories should remain minimal - colourful bows and headbands are discouraged Occasionally second-hand items are available via the school office. Notification for parents is posted in the School Newsletter.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: NZ Uniforms accepts Cash, Eftpos, Zip all major Credit Cards and WINZ payments. We also offer ‘Uniform Club’ which is a great way to save for your School Uniform purchases – ask us for more details. Prices are subject to change
STORE: 1302 Ranolf Street, Rotorua, 3010 EMAIL: [email protected] PHONE: 07 282 2023 STORE OPENING HOURS 9:00am - 5:00pm Weekdays 9:00am - 4:00pm Saturdays WEB: www.nzuniforms.com
Glenholme Primary School 2020-2021 PRICE UNIFORM ITEM incl GST
Full Zip Fleece Black/Brick with Logo $60.00 (Yr 1-6) Sizes 2-16 ; S-XL
Crewneck Sweatshirt Brick with Logo $42.00 (Yr 1-6) Sizes 4-14 ; S-L
Polo S/S Brick/Black with Logo $37.00 (Yr 1-6)) Sizes 4-16 ; S-L
Polo L/S Brick/Black with Logo $40.00 (All Years) Sizes 4-16 ; S-XL
Tee S/S Brick/Black with Logo $27.00 (Yr 1-6) Sizes 4-16 ; S-L
Boys Cargo Shorts Taupe with Woven label $40.00 (YR 1-6) Sizes 4-16 ; S-L
Girls Skorts Taupe with Woven label $45.00 (Yr 1-6) Sizes 2-16 ; S- 2XL
Boys Cargo Pants Taupe with Woven label $45.00 (Yr 1-6)) Sizes 4-16 ; S-L
Sun Hat Black with Logo $16.00 (Compulsory Terms 1 & 4) Size XS S/M, L/XL 50-54cm
Fleece Beanie (Black with Logo) $15.00 (Optional) size one
Black Lace up Shoes Assorted
School Sandals Assorted
School Bag Assorted
Socks Plain Black Only Assorted ( Yr 1 – 6 ) Sizes Jnr 13- 3 4-6 7- 9 9 -11
Girls Winter Tights Black Only ( Yr 1 – 6 ) Sizes 3-4 5-6 7-8 9-10 Assorted
Laundry Pen From $12.00
Naming labels for Clothing $3.00 each item
Hair Accessories From $4.90
Bell Times School starts: 8.55am Interval: 10.55 11.15am Lunch: 12.50 1.40pm End of School: 3.00pm The school day is the same wet or fine weather
Board of Trustees - BOT The Board of Trustees is the school‘s governing body and is responsible for ensuring the school operates and complies with all the relevant laws and regulations. BOT supports the Principals day to day management of the school as well as deciding matters of school policy. Information about the regulations relating to the Board membership may be obtained from the Board Secretary. The full Board meets twice a term on a Tuesday at 6.00pm at school. Dates of Board meetings are noted in the school newsletter. Names and phone numbers of Board members can be obtained from the school office.
Bicycles at School We encourage children to cycle to school. Based on police guidelines children 10 years of age have the appropriate spatial awareness to be on the road. Glenholme School will provide Cycle Safety programmes for Year 5/ 6 when available. As a parent of a child younger than 10 years of age and if you would like your child to cycle to and from school it is your parental responsibility to ensure they have the necessary abilities to be on the road, to be safe and to know and understand the road rules. For children under 10 we encourage parents to bike with them to and from school. It is your childs’ responsibility to ensure that their bike is securely locked at school. It is parents’ responsibility to ensure bikes are road worthy. It is parents’ responsibility to ensure your child has and uses a bike helmet – although the school will insist on the use of a bicycle helmet if a student is spotted without one.
Seesaw App - Student Blogs We are very excited to introduce to you a new learning initiative fully funded by the Board of Trustees for the next 3 years (2018 – 2021). Seesaw is a new app Glenholme School is using to share students’ learning. Seesaw is a digital portfolio that gives students a place to document their learning, be creative and learn how to use technology. Families will have access to view and comment on their child’s work. A major benefit of using Seesaw is that it will house your child’s learning journey in one portfolio for their entire schooling years at Glenholme. Your child’s teacher will assign a unique sign up QR code, with step by step instructions on how to connect to Seesaw, to view your child’s work.
Classroom Teacher Release Every full time teacher and teacher with specific responsibilities in New Zealand is entitled to Classroom Teacher Release. Glenholme School Board of Trustees has a procedure for the allocation of classroom release time. The classroom release time benefits both teacher and students, as it provides time for student assessment, professional growth and development, planning and preparation. Teachers are released from class, usually on a weekly basis with Management attempting to minimize classroom disruptions and the ensure classroom programmes provide continuity and consistency. New parents to the education system need to understand that this is a Ministry of Education requirement, necessity and a union entitlement.
Contacting the School Parents may contact the school on 07 3481489 during school hours or on our absentee line by txt 0212455214. You are welcome to ring the school office at any time during school hours (8.30am – 3.30pm) to arrange an appointment or leave a message. Outside these times or when the lines are engaged an answer phone operates. If you wish to discuss something with a teacher please arrange a time that is suitable for everyone, usually a quick phone call or email can set it up. Please note that 8.30am-8.55am is not a good time to talk to teachers as they are making final preparations for daily teaching programmes. An efficient method of contacting teachers is via email (see School App or Website to contact details or direct links), or by leaving a message.
Community of Learning Glenholme School is a member of a Community of Learning/ Kahui Ako, that being: Rotorua Central Community of Learning/ Kahui Ako. Consisting of the following schools;
Glenholme School Malfroy School Whakarewarewa School Ngakuru School Seventh Day Adventist School Rotorua Intermediate School Rotorua Boys High School Rotorua Girls High School Otonga School
Communities of Learning/ Kahui Ako are part of the Government‘s programme of Investing in Education Success. More than $359 million has been set aside to support the initiative. Research shows that within schools, the quality of teaching has the biggest influence on whether students succeed. IES has been designed with this in mind and is intended to help raise achievement by: improving teaching practice across New Zealand enabling teachers to work together and benefit from each other‘s knowledge and experience. helping all children benefit from the skills and knowledge of great teachers from across a group of schools. helping schools work together so it‘s easier for children to move through the education system.
Code of Conduct - Sporting Code of Behaviour for Players Play for fun. Be fair: play by the rules. Respect the decisions of your coach and co-operate with your captain and team members. It‘s ok to want to win, but it has to be through fair play. Never argue with or provoke the referee, coach, players or with the spectators. Never use foul language. Keep your cool. Play your best for yourself and for your team. Be a good sport: praise good play by team member and opposition. Be on time. Respect your opponents: they are there to have fun too.
Code of Conduct and Guideline for Coaches and Referees Playing times as well as other organisational details need to be communicated clearly to parents and team members. Give fair playing times / bench times to all members of the team during games. Compliment both teams on their efforts. Be consistent, objective and courteous in calling infractions. Teach, promote and positively reinforce appropriate sports behaviour on the field, court or in the water as well as off. Positive comments are motivational: never ridicule mistakes. It‘s OK to encourage to win, but put a focus on good effort and fair play.
Code of Conduct for Parents and Supporters Foster interest and encourage participation. It’s OK to encourage to win, but put a focus on good effort and fair play. Encourage adherence to rules and officials decisions. Do not publicly challenge official‘s coaches decisions. If you feel the need to complain, bring your concerns to the teacher in charge of the sporting code. Positive comments are motivational: never ridicule mistakes. Applaud good play, skills and fair play by both teams. Children play for their enjoyment, not yours. Encourage your child to make a seasonal commitment (games, commitment and camaraderie).
Court Orders Re: Access and Custody Arrangements Please provide all documentation to the office. We cannot deny access to a parent based on a verbal request.
Curriculum The school‘s curriculum is under constant review, the objective being to meet the changing needs of the learners and the regulations of the Ministry of Education. The New Zealand Curriculum specifies eight learning areas – English, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Social Sciences, Language, The Arts, Health and Physical Well-Being; which students need to acquire. These learning areas are essential for a broad and balanced education. The school‘s curriculum is integrated throughout the eight essential learning areas and also includes eLearning, Ngati Whakauetanga, SOLO Taxonomy, Visible Learning and the Glenholme School Values. Literacy and Numeracy for Glenholme School students is paramount. This is evident in all classroom teaching and learning programmes.
Daily Notices These constitute the main system by which information is communicated between staff and students. Daily notices are received by staff each morning who read them to students. Daily notices relate to events occurring within and outside the school that are considered to be of interest.
Dental Health Care Students at Glenholme School have access to Dental Care. The Rotorua District Health Board has a Mobile Clinic Service that visits Glenholme School. The Mobile Clinic is expected to visit once a year. The Mobile Clinic when on site is situated behind A1 Classroom. Any dental emergencies for your child/ren, parents need to contact the Rotorua District Health regarding the nearest operating Dental Service in Rotorua to get treatment. Phone 0800 825 583. Do not contact the school, unfortunately we will not be able to help direct you to treatment as it is the Ministry of Health and Rotorua District Health Board that manage the dental service and not the school or Ministry of Education.
Awhi Educare@ Glenholme This is a private business on site and available to our early childhood students of the Glenholme community. Awhi Educare @ Glenholme philosophy strives to provide quality care and education that stimulates, educates and sets our tamariki up to be successful integrated e-Learners of the 21st century, in a safe and nurturing environment. It is their goal to provide a service that is accessible, affordable and flexible to meet our community‘s needs. Awhi Educare @ Glenholme runs each day from 8.30am until 3.30pm and only on school days. Ann Brell is the propitiator of Awhi Educare @ Glenholme and can be contacted on 021 023 68324 Ranolf Street entrance has a pedestrian gate that is open early morning and locked in the evening, parents of Awhi Educare @ Glenholme students are encouraged to use this as the safest form of access to and from the school. Park on Ranolf Street and walk into the school via the pedestrian gate. Do not park in the school drive as it is a tow away area.
Education Outside the Classroom There are many opportunities for students to take part in activities outside of the classroom which will broaden and enhance their education. Many curriculum programmes incorporate excursions, visits, sporting and culturalexchanges and information gathering outside the school. Parents will always be kept informed of excursions regarding Education Outside the Classroom via the classroom teacher. The Generic Health and Permission Form provides adequate documentation to take students outside the school during school hours however if the excursion requires an overnight event then further permission and documentation will be provided for parents.
E.S.O.L (English for Speakers of Other Languages) New residents to New Zealand who have English as their second language are able to join the ESOL classes and lessons for tuition in English. Glenholme School will apply for student funding from the Ministry of Education. Group and individual teaching sessions are organised for students to accelerate their understanding of the English language. Mrs Sue Edwards is the ESOL teacher. She works in conjunction with the classroom teacher. Individual, group, in class or out of class learning sessions are based on a programme that will best fit the student‘s needs and abilities.
Glenholme School Enrolment Scheme In order to avoid overcrowding or the likelihood of overcrowding, the board of trustees of Glenholme School has adopted an enrolment scheme which has been approved by the Ministry of Education. The enrolment scheme was effective as of 31st January 2018. Under the scheme, students will be enrolled if they live within the home zone described below Start at the intersection of Fenton Street and Victoria Street. Travel south along Fenton Street, capturing only odd numbered addresses, to the intersection of Gwendoline Street and Fenton Street. Travel west along Gwendoline Street, capturing addresses on both sides of this road. From 23B Gwendoline Street, travel west along the boundary with Arikikapakapa Golf Course (behind houses on Sophia Street). At the rear of 70 Sophia Street, travel north to reach the roadway (Sophia Street), and then continue west to capture all addresses along Sophia Street to reach Old Taupo Road. Travel north along Old Taupo Road, capturing even numbered addresses only, to the intersection of Old Taupo Road, Otonga Road and Devon Street/Devon Street West. Travel west to 155 Devon Street West, capturing odd numbered addresses only. From here the boundary continues in a northerly direction to capture addresses on Toru Street and the Manuka Crescent Reserve and tennis courts. Continue to the intersection of Hillcrest Ave and Garden Place. All addresses on Garden Place are included in the zone. Travel east along Hillcrest Ave to the intersection of Old Taupo Road and Hillcrest Ave (only address numbers 3 – 51 Hillcrest Ave and 4 – 40 Hillcrest Ave are included in the zone). Continue north along Old Taupo Road, capturing even numbered addresses only, to reach the intersection of Pererika Street and Old Taupo Road. Travel east along Pererika Street, capturing even numbered addresses only, to reach the intersection of Ranolf Street and Pererika Street. Travel south along Ranolf Street, capturing odd-numbered addresses only, to the intersection of Victoria Street and Ranolf Street. Travel east along Victoria Street to Fenton Street, capturing even numbered addresses only. The zone boundary ends at the intersection of Victoria Street and Fenton Street.
The enrolment of out of zone students is governed by the provisions of the Education Act 1989. The enrolment scheme, which includes a precise description of the home zone and map, may be viewed at the school office, where copies of the scheme are also available. The board invites applications from parents who wish to enrol their sons and daughters at Glenholme School for next year. Enrolment at Glenholme School is governed by an enrolment scheme, details of which are available from the school office. The board has determined that some places are likely to be available for Year 1-6 out of zone students next year in term two. The exact number of places will depend on the number of applications received from students who live within the school‘s home zone.
Details relating to the second enrolment period is as follows.
Deadline for receipt of applications: 21st June 2021 Deadline for receipt of applications: 13th September 2021 Deadline for receipt of applications: 6th December 2021
Emergency Evacuations If you are in the school in the event of an emergency, please follow the teacher instructions and procedures below.
Signal: Continuous ringing of the school bell or announcement for fire, earthquake, chemical spill, volcanic eruption or lock down.
Action: Children and visitors follow teacher direction in a quick & orderly manner. The evacuation point is on the field outside the school office. If you are a visitor on the day of a fire drill or evacuation please make your way to the field in an orderly manner and assemble with your child‘s class. Drills will be conducted each term to cover fire, natural disaster and intruder evacuation procedures. An evacuation map and procedures are displayed in all classes and additional buildings for your reference. The Principal or DP will give the command to re-enter the building when it is safe.
Friends of the School (FOTS) The Friends of the School are a very active parent /caregiver group who have been involved in a number of fundraising schemes and other activities which directly benefit the students. This is a very important part of our school and your assistance would be greatly appreciated. You are welcome to attend any meeting - currently they meet twice a term. Phone the school office for further information – ph 3481489.
Gates - Ranolf Street & Miller Street Glenholme School is a gated community. Due to the safety concerns for our tamariki and an increase in vandalism the school entrances are gated and there is limited access. Ranolf Street driveway gates are locked from 8.30am – 9.30am/2.30pm - 3.30pm Miller Street entrance is available for use: Monday to Friday 7.30am – 9.30am Monday to Friday 2.30pm – 3.30pm Ranolf Street entrance has a pedestrian gate that is open early morning and locked in the evening, parents are encouraged to use this as the safest form of access to and from the school. Park on Ranolf Street and walk into the school via the pedestrian gate. Do not park in the school drive as this is a tow away area. Ranolf Street entrance is not a drop off and or pick up zone. The entire entrance is a No Parking Zone! Occasionally you may need to enter the gates i.e. to collect sick children. When you exit, the gates are automatic. Glenholme School Board of Trustees takes no responsibility for parents/ whanau who risk moving through the gates as they are opening or closing. You enter at your own risk. The gates have been designed to close automatically. Cars have been crushed in past and we recommend avoiding the risk.
Generic Health Profile and Permission Form Parents are asked to complete the form. During the year it is necessary for teachers to take students out of the school for a curriculum or co-curricular excursions. This form gives parental consent for these day only trips (9am – 3pm) and a health profile of each student. A permission form for every excursion outside of school is no longer necessary when this form is completed and returned to school at the beginning of each year. This saves time for parents and teachers.
Glenholme Before and After School Care Programme (GASP) This is a private business on site and available to local district students including Glenholme School students. GASP runs each afternoon from 3-5.30pm in the school hall, on school days only and in the holidays. The programme is aimed at rest and recreation for children under adult supervision with a ratio of 1:10 or better. Afternoon tea, and some recreational and sporting equipment is provided. Homework supervision can be arranged if requested. A school holiday programme is also run during all school holidays. For more information call at the school office to pick up an information pack or contact the programme Director, Mrs Maryanne Roling 3470709 or 021 1215 599. Ranolf Street entrance has a pedestrian gate that is open early morning and locked in the evening, parents of Glenholme After School Programme students are encouraged to use this as the safest form of access to and from the school. Park on Ranolf Street and walk into the school via the pedestrian gate. Do not park in the school drive as it is a tow away area.
Home Learning Home Learning is a valuable way to allow you as parents/caregivers to support class programmes. Throughout the year students will have home learning activities and experiences that complement the learning programmes. You will see two types of home learning. Learning that reinforces the building of basic knowledge i.e. reading and basic facts. The HOME LEARNING challenge is a system that acknowledges the many worthwhile activities and experiences that children are involved in at and beyond home. It recognises that learning happens in all situations. This includes making meals, exploring the outdoors, dance, representative sport, visiting the elderly, being creative in the arts and taking on additional academic challenges. Home Learning is set according to the class programme and ability and age of the child. Your assistance in helping make sure that your child has a place and a time to complete their home learning and encouraging them to complete it is important. Each teacher will send home a notice with information about class activities and a reminder about home learning. Any questions should be directed to the child's classroom teacher. Parents can always encourage and support children to read on a regular basis and or engage maths games, if no obvious home learning has been set or brought home.
Information & Communication Technology Glenholme is well resourced with Information and Communication Technology. It is important that these resources are treated with care. All children using the internet must first sign a student user agreement. Permission and relevant personal details are required for students to utilise these safe educational programmes. Glenholme School will provide safe cyber access for students. Firewalls have been created to ensure students safety. However if these have been penetrated by students or hackers, parents will be notified as all electronic activity can be traced.
Headlice Headlice like healthy hair. Glenholme School is no different from any other in that headlice can be a problem from time to time. The spread of headlice in a classroom can be controlled and prevented by checking your child‘s hair regularly (eggs take about 9 days to hatch). If lice or eggs are found consult your chemist, ask for your child to visit the Public Health Nurse and notify the child‘s teacher. All parents of the class concerned will be asked to check their child‘s hair. The Public Health Nurse can provide treatment for headlice free of charge for the entire family.
Internet Agreement ICT (Information Communication Technology) plays an integral part of all curriculum areas throughout the school. As part of the enrolment package, each student completes the Cyber Safety Agreement which will allow them access to the internet and Glenholme School. Students undergo internet training which includes the guidelines for acceptable and safe internet use and regular monitoring of appropriate use occurs throughout each term.
Jurisdiction of the School The jurisdiction of the school applies to all official school associate or school sanctioned activities in the evening or in the weekends, both on school premises and out in the community. Students in school uniform represent our school community, and accordingly we expect a good standard of behaviour, at all times. Lapses in behaviour will be dealt with on an individual basis by the teacher, or management.
Kapa Haka Kapa Haka is open to all students. It occurs at a formal level in terms of pohiri and performances and to encourage Maori performing arts at Glenholme School. Please make yourself known to Whaea Susan if you have a background in Kapa Haka. Even if you don‘t you are most welcome to join and demonstrate commitment. Kapa Haka this year starts in Term Two for Juniors and in Term Three for Seniors.
Literacy Enhancement and Intervention Programmes Glenholme School offers a number of enhancement programmes with literacy support across the curriculum. The main focus for literacy enrichment is on the junior students however some support is available for senior students. Group and individual teaching sessions are organised for students and are delivered by both trained teachers and teacher aides. These programmes are funded via the Glenholme School operational fund and with financial support from the agencies such as the Ngati Whaakaue Endowment Education Trust.
Lost Property We have an on-going problem with our lost property. We regularly have large piles of unnamed and unrecognized clothing. Currently lost property is kept by the caretakers shed in the front of the school Every Friday lost clothing is on show for the children to look at, and if not claimed within 4 weeks is collected, washed and is likely to be on sold in the second hand uniform sales. Any named property is given back to the owner. It is essential that children learn to be responsible for their clothing, please check that children bring items home each day. Please ensure that the school uniform is clearly named.
Money at School We discourage children bringing spare money to school, this only encourages spending on inappropriate food e.g. sweets on the way to or from school. All money for activities should be given to the teacher at the start of the day, where it will be recorded in the class notebook and sent to the office.
Newsletter School Newsletter is published weekly. This newsletter is available for viewing on the school website, the school FaceBook page and our School App. This an informative publication that will keep parents notified of what is happening in the school.
Out of School Hours Sports We have a lot of children involved in various sporting codes. This is largely due to the high number of teachers who volunteer their time. Please approach the school if you would like to assist. If your child is playing please remember that the coaches and managers are volunteers, often parents, and they need all the support you can give. Currently sports include: netball, flippaball, miniball, hockey, touch rugby and rugby. For details contact the school.
Playground Supervision Duty is done at interval and at lunchtime. Any problems are reported to and followed up by the duty teacher or Leaders of Learning. Students are expected to contact staff on duty if they have any concerns. There are three teachers on duty at any given time during morning-tea and lunch. All duty teachers are easily recognisable with high-visibility jackets. Duty teachers cover an area each of A, B and C block.
Photographs As a record of the life of the school, class and team photographs are taken each year. Photographs are made available for purchase by parents and whanau. Generally, family and individual photographs are taken separately to our team/sports photos.
Pre-enrolment Procedures at Glenholme School On your child‘s pre-enrolment you will meet with Mrs Molly Norton She is responsible for class placement of your child and will discuss the programmes and procedures in the junior school (Pukehangi Team). Glenholme School offers new entrant students the opportunity to have pre-school visits to successfully complete the transition to school. Molly Norton will contact parents of pre-enrolled students and organise pre-school visits at least a month prior to the starting date. Parents are encouraged to bring their child along for at least four visits. Pre-school visits are hosted on every Wednesday morning—9-10am in C8/C9. Information regarding pre-school classes is available at the school office. A legal guardian must remain on site with the pre-schooler at all times. Issues to discuss at pre-enrolment Your child‘s health history, which may affect his/her learning. Particular interests your child has. Safe traveling to and from school. 4 year old check (Public Health Nurse). Sickness procedures and emergency numbers. Parental support. Procedures on first day of class placement.
Starting Glenholme School Successfully When new entrant students start Glenholme School, being able to do the things listed will really help them settle in and start learning quickly. Can recognise their name. Know where their school bag goes and can hang it up. Know where their book bag goes and can put it away. Can look after their own property. Can wash their hands before eating and after going to the toilet. Can play nicely—taking turns. Can ask a teacher for help if needed. Know what the school bell means. Know where to play and eat at morning-tea and lunch times. Can sit and enjoy stories for at least 10 minutes. Can hold a pencil correctly. Can use scissors correctly. Know how to dress themselves after swimming.
Enrolment Day Your child may start Glenholme School on or shortly after their 5th birthday. On your child‘s enrolment day you will need to confirm with the office staff their first official day at school. All stationery requirements may be purchased through OfficeMax by online ordering.
On enrolment day please ensure that the following documentation is completed: The Ministry of Education requires that the school sight your child‘s birth certificate and immunisation record when completing the enrolment. This information must be provided prior to the child starting school. Completed enrolment form (available from the office). Copy of your child‘s Birth Certificate. Copy of your child‘s Immunisation Record. Completed Generic Health Profile and Permission Form. DHB Health Consent forms. Student Cyber Safety Agreement.
Te Pikopiko Programme Te Pikopiko Programme is a school and home partnership programme. It is about working with parents and whanau to understand how their child’s learning is progressing over their first year at school. It is also about supporting parents to help their children in learning at home. Pikopiko Programme allows parents to know exactly how their child is doing at every stage of their learning in their first year at school. How are they doing, Where are they going and What is their next step in the learning process.
Pikopiko Programme is about: Parents/whanau having in-depth knowledge of how their child is doing in their assessments and next steps for learning by meeting with the co-ordinator when their child is 5, 5 ½ and 6 years. Parents/whanau choosing where and when to have meetings. Using parent friendly language. Sharing data about their child’s achievement. Parents/whanau asking questions and sharing information about their child and their interests and strengths Selecting next steps for learning at home. Parents/whanau taking home learning resources that mirror those in the classroom, to support learning at home.
The Pikopiko Programme is focused on learning. The Pikopiko Programme is an approach to developing Assessment Capable Parents to complement our Assessment Capable Learners.
Any queries regarding behaviour will be discussed with the classroom teacher. Some questions are best answered by the classroom teacher and the co-ordinator will help parents to develop those questions.
Class teachers will continue to report as they usually do to parents and community. The programme complements formal reporting and learning conferences.
The school co-ordinator will make first point of contact with parents at school transition visits. This will be an informal “get-to-know-you” meeting where parents can share information about their child and their vision for that child over their first year at school.
The school co-ordinator will spend time in classrooms observing and participating in teaching and learning in order to develop relationships with students in the Pikopiko programme.
Public Health Nurse There is a free Public Health Nurse available for Glenholme School students who have sore throats or skin infections like school sores, nits and scabies. The nurse will be available from 10.15—11am on Wednesdays at Glenholme School. It is free to see the nurse and medicine will be provided. This is a new service to prevent rheumatic fever in our school. Rheumatic Fever damages children‘s hearts. Children and young people aged between 4 and 19 with sore throats or skin infections can also use the free clinic - to see the nurse, please go to Western Heights Health Centre in the afternoon between 3 and 6 pm Monday to Thursday or 3 and 5 pm Friday, or call 3470565, txt 0224847628 (022 4throat). Children seen by the nurse stay registered with their usual GP. Please get sore throats treated and protect children‘s hearts.
Reporting to Parents Each year we have a series of formal opportunities to report to parents/caregivers about children and their progress. Currently our reporting timetable is as follows: Meet the Teacher Evening – Term 1 Week 2. Academic Achievement Discussions – Term 1 Week 10. Academic Achievement Discussions – Term 3 Week 2. End of the Year School Report. Parents can at any time contact the classroom teacher if you wish to discuss your child‘s progress and achievement.
School Donations Glenholme School has opted in to the Government's donations scheme. This means we will not ask parents for any donations (gifts/koha), except for overnight camps. Anyone can choose to make a donation to the school at any time. Donation tax credits can be claimed and GST is not payable. Student activity payments Parents cannot be asked to pay for goods and services that are part of the core learning programme (curriculum). Parents can be asked to pay for goods and services that are additional to the curriculum. Activity payments are required to cover the costs of optional equipment, experiences, and services that are additional to the school’s curriculum obligations. They also go towards curriculum-based activities that involve a take-home component for the student to keep. Parents are informed in advance of any additional optional payments that are extra to the school's curriculum obligations.
Healthy School Lunches
The Free and Healthy School Lunches Programme aims to reduce food insecurity by providing access to a nutritious lunch every day. The programme was introduced in 2019 as a two-year initiative to explore delivering a free and healthy daily school lunch to Year 1 to 8 (primary and intermediate aged) students in schools and kura across the Bay of Plenty/Waiariki, Hawke’s Bay/Tarawhiti, and Otago/Southland. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the programme is being expanded to reach around 200,000 students by the end of 2021, including secondary students. The initiative will help to cushion the blow of COVID-19 impacts on students living in already socio- economically disadvantaged households. Expanding the school lunch programme is also expected to support job creation and economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Suppliers have been pre-approved by the Ministry of Education. The supplier Glenholme School has chosen is Ka Pai Kai Rotorua.
Ka Pai Kai Rotorua Ka Pai Kai Rotorua is a Charitable Trust, a non-profit social enterprise and was founded on 16th May 2017. The aim; to provide the children of lower decide primary and intermediate schools in the Rotorua District with healthy school lunches that are affordable, accessible, nutritious and delicious. Ka Pai Kai Rotorua believe that all children deserve a nutritious meal. Our mission is to disrupt the food system by making nourishing food normal and accessible for all tamariki; the minds of the future generation. Kai is cooked, packaged and sorted into classroom lots at our kitchen, loaded into polystyrene bins (these keep the food hot/cold as required) and loaded into their van for delivery. All meals contain at least one serving of fruit and vegetables. We do not deep fry any food. We do not use animal fats in any of our cooking. We limit the total added sugar content of any of our meals to less than 1 teaspoon (4g). These 4 grams are a combined total for the main meal and any complementary items. We can cater for all dietary requirements except severe allergies, as we do not operate an allergen-free kitchen for those tamariki that are very sensitive to trace amounts of allergens. All our packaging is commercially compostable.
Food Allergens Food allergens are most often ingested. Any type of food can trigger an allergic reaction. The majority of allergic reactions are triggered by egg, cow’s milk (dairy), peanuts, tree nuts (e.g. cashews, almond, Brazil nuts), soy, wheat, seeds, fish and shellfish. • Peanuts, tree nuts and seafood are the most common triggers in older children, teenagers and adults. Food may trigger reactions that range from localised contact reactions through to generalised reactions, including anaphylaxis.
School Stationery Back to School and Start of School Requirements Glenholme School has teamed up with OfficeMax to make School Stationery easy! All your child’s school stationery list requirements are uploaded online at myschool.co.nz to make it easy for you to purchase your child’s back to school requirements. Simply search for our school, select your child’s class and/or subject lists and follow the instructions on the website. Buying through OfficeMax MySchool also earns School Rewards for our school which we can redeem for much needed educational supplies, equipment for our classrooms or to help those students in need. OfficeMax MySchool makes Back to School easy for you with these great benefits: Shop Your Way – online at myschool.co.nz, freephone 0800 724 440. Price Match Promise – find a lower price and OfficeMax will match it. Free Delivery – for orders over $46. Choose delivery to home or work at a time that suits you. Save valuable holiday time – avoid busy shopping malls and traffic queues by shopping online from the comfort of your home so your child starts the year with the correct stationery supplies. Multiple Payment Options – including secure internet banking, credit/debit card and cash. Other Charges – these can be paid online at myschool.co.nz and will show as a separate transaction on your credit/debit card. These will be charged when you place your order.
School Uniform and Dress Code Parents select from the range of items available what is appropriate for their child / ren Compulsory School Uniform Sun Hat for all Year 0-6 students in terms 1 and 4 Shoes, sneakers, boots or sandals are to be plain black Socks are to be plain black Girls wearing winter tights must be black Polypropylene or thermals (winter months) worn under the school uniform must be black All new enrolments must start Glenholme School in full uniform Students must wear regulation school uniform, non-uniform items similar in colour and style are not acceptable. Except in an emergency, students must wear correct dress code. Parents write a letter of explanation if their child wears non-uniform clothing or footwear, stating the reason. Your child presents the letter to school management in the morning. When a student comes to school with incorrect uniform and with or without a notice of explanation, they will be sent to the office and provided with uniform that they can borrow for the day Non-uniform clothing items will be removed whilst at school and must be collected by the student at the end of each day The school accepts no responsibility for any non-uniform clothing items All school uniform items should be clearly named The only jewellery items to be worn are medic alert ID, a wrist watch or items of religious or cultural significance Hair accessories should remain minimal - colourful bows and headbands are discouraged Occasionally second-hand items are available via the school office. Notification for parents is posted in the School Newsletter.
Social Worker in Schools (SWiSs) Glenholme School currently does not have a Social Worker (SWiSs) assigned to our school, however Alison (SWiSs) from Ngongotaha School is covering until a new social worker is appointed. SWiSs is here to provide support for the student and guidance for parents if necessary. Teachers or parents can refer to the SWiSs service for their tamariki.
Special Abilities Students who demonstrate particular skills or knowledge in a specific area are extended in that subject area by their classroom teacher but are also encouraged to participate in that subject at higher levels in the curriculum via correspondence schooling or accelerate programmes. Students may also participate in accelerated programmes offered at MindPlus offsite. For further information contact the Deputy Principal.
Signing Students Out of the School On occasions parents may need to collect students from school. Doctors, dental therapist appointments etc. and some of the many reasons that students may be collected from school. Parents must come to the school office to sign students out of the school and on their return, sign them in again. This is one safety precaution measure to ensure our tamariki are safe. If the school contacts parents to come and collect a sick child/ren from school, parents are still required to come and collect the child from the school office and sign them out. Only authorised family members will be allowed to sign the student out and take them. Any concerns regarding Family Court Orders and parental access the school may seek further advice from lawyers or make contact with the primary caregiver.
Sporting Activities Many sporting codes take place out of school time. These teams represent Glenholme School after school and or in the weekends. Winter sports codes available: Netball, Miniball and Hockey Summer sports codes available: Flippaball (dependent on individual students swimming ability) and Touch Rugby Some sports codes take place during school time only. These teams represent Glenholme School during the school day. Winter sports codes: Rippa Rugby, Rugby Sevens, Rugby, Cross Country, Gymnastics and Winter Sports Field Day Sports codes have a Teacher in Charge, this changes depending on staff numbers, year levels, skills and expertise. Although Teachers in Charge initiate the sporting activities and teams they are dependent on parents as coaches and managers to ensure the success of a team throughout the season. Any parent who is willing to provide coaching, managing or assistance in any particular sports code should contact the Teacher in Charge of the sports code or the office. Teachers in Charge of a sporting code will inform students to express their interest. This is usually done via school morning notices on numerous occasions. Teachers in Charge of a sporting code will provide interested students with information regarding the season, fees, uniforms and assistance from parents. Teachers in Charge of a sporting code may require student trails for team placement. Trails may be required for grading levels according to the appropriate Rotorua Sports Association or to manage the number of teams and students in teams. Teachers in Charge of a sporting code that requires trails will identify teams based on students skills in their chosen sports code. Sports teams within the higher school year levels with sufficient skills are encouraged to compete. Sports teams within the junior school year levels are developing skills and participation. Parents should enquire at the school office for Teacher in Charge of particular sports codes. Each year there are no guarantees that we will have student numbers, interest or parental involvement, however Teachers in Charge of the sporting code will do their utmost to facilitate a team Glenholme School supports and encourages our tamariki to be involved in sporting codes and subsidies are provided to make the fees more manageable for parents and whanau.
Stand Down / Suspensions A student may be stood down or suspended from school if, in the opinion of the Principal, their gross misconduct or continual disobedience is harmful or dangerous example to other students, or if the continues attendance of the student is likely to have a harmful effect on themselves or other students. The action is never taken without a great deal of thought and discussion, and parents are notified. The School‘s Board of Trustees and Ministry of Education are also notified of the decision. The Principal has the authority to stand down or to suspend students for s specific period of time. In the case of suspension, the Board of Trustees must meet within seven days to decide whether to lift the suspension or to extend it. In the case of suspension, parents have the right to make representation for the Board.
Suggestions, Ideas & Complaints We welcome all of these. We aim to minimise or eliminate issues before they develop to possible complaints, so please raise concerns with classroom teachers and or Management as soon as possible in the first instance. Parents are encouraged to always contact the classroom teacher first.
Swimming Pool We are extremely lucky to have a lovely swimming pool. It is heated and well maintained, with good quality changing sheds and toilets. We aim to try to teach all children water confidence, water safety and basic swimming as a part of the compulsory Health and Physical Education Curriculum. Children are expected to swim as part of their learning programme. Please help us by making sure that your child has named togs and towel during their swimming weeks. If your child is too sick to swim then a note should be provided to the teacher. We do not allow children with open sores to swim for the welfare of all.
Term Dates – 2021 Term 1 3rd February – 16th April Term 2 3rd May – 9th July Term 3 26th July – 1st October Term 4 18th October – 14th December
Unhappiness A student who is unhappy with any aspect of school life should seek support from the classroom teacher, team leader, Deputy Principal or Principal. The health and well-being of students is paramount.
Valuables Please do not let your child bring toys or valuable items to school. We do not accept responsibility for them and it causes too much heartache if they get lost, stolen or damaged. Mobile phones will be confiscated from children and returned to a parent or caregiver as they create a significant distraction from learning.
Valuing Student Voice We value what our learners think. Students at Glenholme School talk about their learning in similar ways. We utilise student voice for teachers to evaluate their impact on the learner.
Visible Learning We pride ourselves in making learning visible. Learning progressions are displayed in 'learner friendly' language to help our learners know how am I going? where am I going? and where to next? By making learning and progress visible we empower both our learners and their parents. We aim to be consistent across the school and make it obvious to the learners. We are developing students who understand what they are learning, why they are learning and who have high expectations of themselves. We are developing a shared language of learning within our school. Glenholme Schools’ vision and learning philosophy has emerged from John Hattie‘s research and principles of Visible Learning and visible teaching. It draws on John‘s internationally acclaimed research in Visible Learning: A synthesis of over 1600 meta- analyses relating to achievement (2009) and his book Visible Learning for Teachers: Maximizing impact on learning (2012).
A Visible Learner at Glenholme School is a student who: Can be their own teacher. Can articulate what they are learning and why. Can talk about how they are learning – the strategies they are using to learn. Can articulate their next step learning. Can use self-relulation strategies. Is assessment capable – understands assessment tools being used and what their results mean and can self-assess to answer the key questions: ‘Where am I in my learning? Where I am going? and What do I need to do to get there?’ Seeks, is resilient to and aspires to challenge. Can set mastery goals. Sees errors as opportunities and is comfortable saying that they don’t know and need help. Positively supports their peers learning. Know what to do when they don’t know what to do. Actively seeks feedback. Has metacognitive skills and can talk about these.
Visitors The school requires all visitors to report to Reception on arrival, and before departure. Security arrangements mean that no unauthorised person can be on the school grounds at any time. All school visitors will sign a register.
Website, Face Book, School App and See Saw Blog sites www.glenholme.school.nz Glenholme School digital platforms are an opportunity for parents and whanau of the school to keep informed via the internet. The School App, School FaceBook Page, See Saw and the School Website are regularly updated. They contain numerous documents, links and information regarding Glenholme School. The School Newsletter can be accessed via all these platforms as well as blog links, photos, staff contacts, stationery lists and strategic plans etc. All classrooms have Blogs. Join the Glenholme School FaceBook page Download the Glenholme School App - download from the iTunes or Apple Apps Store or Android Play - Search Glenholme School
School Website is www.glenholme.school.nz
See Saw provides opportunities for parents to link to individual students learning and to individual student assessment tasks.
Young Leaders The Young Leaders is a forum for all students within the school. It comprises of Year 6 students. The Young Leaders meet regularly and discuss items submitted. It runs mufti days and raises funds for student activities and charitable groups in the community. Members of the Young Leaders may be privy to local events organised for young leaders. Young Leaders help support classrooms with Milk in Schools, wet lunch hours, eLearning and a number of other school activities. Young Leaders have a high profile within the school due to the role, expectations and responsibilities they undertake.