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Newsletter ~ Tuesday, 9 March 2021
Kia ora koutou,
Despite being at Level 2 last week, we were able to hold our own swimming sports. Unfortunately, all inter- school swimming events have been cancelled for 2021 as under Alert Level 2 we are unable to have gatherings larger than 100.
The children had a fantastic day and especially enjoyed their lunch bags. Thank you ASCA for running the BBQ and preparing lunch.
Our Junior children (Year 1 - 3) took part in fun events in the pool during the morning. After lunch the Senior children (Year 4 - 8) competed in the first ever House Group Swimming Competition. I was so impressed with how the older children supported and encouraged the younger ones. It was a very closely fought event; the eventual winners being Tane. Look out for more ‘House Group’ events next term.
This week is our final week of swimming. Thank you Liz for your awesome work teaching our children to swim. It has been fabulous seeing the progress made by all of the children. Next week morning tea and lunchtime will return to their usual times.
On Thursday I will be away from school. I am heading off to Wellington to a regional hui for Beginning Principals. During the day we will be looking at the Professional Growth Cycle for teachers, ERO’s new model and BoT roles in relation to the Treaty of Waitangi. This should be a very interesting day.
We have had a few people volunteer to read with children as part of our reading programme. We still have spaces on a Monday and a Friday if anyone else would like to join this group. Thank you to those who have offered already.
Have a lovely week.
Nga mihi nui
Alison
Dates for the calendar (Term 1) Tuesday 16th March Manawatu Rugby Rippa Training Y4 to 8 (9.30 - 11.30) Wednesday 24th March 6pm BoT meeting Monday 29th March Huia Class Investigating Waterways with Water Quality Group and Horizons Thursday 1st April 2.15pm Tui Class Assembly Thursday 8th April Senior Rippa Team CET Arena Palmerston North Sam Strahan Cup Competition Thursday 8th April 2.15pm Kiwi Class Assembly Wednesday 14th April Senior Rippa Team Tararua Tournament in Pahiatua Thursday 15th April 2.15pm Huia Class Assembly
Year 7 and 8 Technology Friday 12th, 26th March Friday 16th April
Term Dates Term 1: Wednesday 3rd February to Friday 16th April School is also closed 2nd to 6th April (returning to school on 7th April) Term 2: Monday 3rd May to Friday 9th July Term 3: Monday 26th July to Friday 1st October Term 4: Monday 18th October to Wednesday 15th December
Junior Swimming - Wednesday 3rd March
Alfredton House Group Swimming - March 3rd
SCHOOL NEWS AND REMINDERS BOOKCLUB ORDERS Issue 2 brochure has been given to the students and orders are due back to school by Tuesday 16th March. You may order online via the LOOP process but please remember to use ALL CLASSES (not Tui, Kiwi or Huia)
HEADLICE We have been notified of a case of headlice so could all parents please ensure you check your childs head and treat if necessary.
Please return… We would appreciate the prompt return of the forms that were sent home last week. Thanks
WORKING BEE - GARDENING On Monday 12th April we will be holding a working Bee at school. We have a number of bushes and trees which need attention. We would be very grateful if some of you could spare a couple of hours during the morning to help Sue to reach those tricky places. More information will follow nearer the time.
Certificate Recipients
School Leaders
SPORTS RESULTS HORSE SPORTS Olivia – 2nd in 75cm jumping, 4th in Round the Ring, 2nd in 60cm jumping and 4th in Best Rider Farryn – entered in the show jumping Taylor – 3rd Flag race and 2nd in Best Mannered and Behaved
SPORTS NEWS
BUSH PRIMARY NETBALL Registrations are now open for the Bush Primary Netball for 2021 and there are 2 sections: Senior Netball or Future Ferns (for Year 1 to Year 4). Subs will be $25 per player and all intending players need to be registered with the school by Monday 29th March.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES NEXT MEETING: Wednesday 24th March at 6pm.
Alfredton School Board of Trustees Casual vacancy for a parent representative
A casual vacancy has occurred on the school board for an elected parent representative. The board has decided to fill the vacancy by selection. If 10% or more of eligible voters on the school roll ask the board, within 28 days of this notice being published, to hold a by-election to fill the vacancy, then a by-election will be held. Request for a by-election should be sent to: Katie Falloon, Chairperson Alfredton School Board of Trustees 1208 Alfredton Road RD3 Eketahuna, 4996 by: Tuesday 30th March 2021
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