th SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: - Monday 16 September 2019
Kia orana, This term is nearly coming to an end and still with so much to do. Last week saw us appreciating the staff here at Hikutaia School, a great week and thank you to all those who participated by appreciating them. I wish Whaea Emma’s soccer teams all the best in tomorrow’s Soccer tournament in Thames. Thank you to the parents who have offered to help with supervision and or transport. Due to the outbreak of Measles in New Zealand we need to ensure that our immunisation register is up to date so that we can act quickly and efficiently if a case is diagnosed here in Hikutaia. Karen has been in contact with most parents/caregivers to obtain an immunisation certificate that confirms your child is fully or partially immunised. If your child’s immunisation has changed since they first started here please let Karen know as soon as possible. This week I am away attending a three day conference (Hui) in Rotorua. I will be back in School on Thursday, so if there are any issues please do not hesitate and see Mrs. Cameron. We have a few activities happening this week and next so please continue to read on.
Thames Schools Speech Competition Well done to Quinn, Jesse, Kaeden and Milah who presented their speeches on Friday at the Thames School Speech Competition. You all did very well.
Slinkies Collection Appreciation On behalf of the School and BOT I would like to thank the farmers and our parents who volunteered their time to pick up the slinks this year. I realise that this is a busy time especially for our farming community, and taking time to collect the slinks we really do appreciate this. Also a special thank you to Jeff Alley although not a parent of the school but a community member who gave up his time to collect slinks as he has done over the past years.
To date we have picked up nearly 600 over the 12 weeks and raised approximately $3000.
As a sign of our appreciation we would like to invite our collectors and farmers to a thank you at the pioneer tavern on Thursday 26th September at 6.30. This year there are some prizes for collectors.
The following are rostered on: Rangiora/Robinson Road – Wednesday 18th September – Brad Van Hellemond & Jeff Alley, Friday 20th September – Richard Cox Maratoto/Wharepoa Road – Wednesday 18th September – Royce & Shelliegh King, Friday 20th September – Richard Cox.
Duffy Books Presentation Last Tuesday we had Maxwell Apse an Ambassador for Duffy Books visit our school and presented the children with their Duffy Books. Maxwell shared his story and sang songs to the students at Hikutaia School.
Te Whānau Oriori Group Visit to Ohinemuri House – Wednesday 25th September & Mercury Bay School Tuesday 15th October 2019 Last week permission forms were placed in the newsletter. Unfortunately I have only receive two permission forms. If you have misplaced this form I have attached it to this newsletter. These forms especially Ohinemuri Home visit need to be at school no later than this Friday.
Enviro Week This week is Enviro Week, and as a School some classes will be clearing Hikutaia community on Friday. We will be walking the streets clearing any rubbish we find.
Book Character Dress-up – Friday 26th September This is just a heads-up for the last day of School this term. Students/Staff can dress up as a book character on Friday 26th September. I can’t wait to see who we may have coming to school on this day, will it be Harry Potter, a Super Hero, Cinderella, Shrek the list is endless.
Paeroa Upholstery – School Uniform On behalf of the School we would like to thank Paeroa Upholstery who have agreed to process our school uniform (includes logo and names – possibly a small charge for this). This should make it easier for parents to call into their shop to place your school order and payment. There address is 29 Willoughby Street Paeroa, opposite the Police Station or you can phone 07 862 7557.
Hikutaia School Agricultural Day – Thursday 17th October Reminder Ag Demonstration Day is this Friday20th September at 11.40 a.m. Parents and children who are taking a lamb or kid to the Hikutaia School Ag Day to attend please. Ohinemuri Group Day forms need to be into me please no later than Thursday, as NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED This year there will be a new event in the programme which is a Fancy Dress. To our new parents, children participate in Indoor Displays; there are 6 in total. 5 are compulsory with 4 of these done at school and one at home and 1 voluntary. These displays are judged the afternoon prior to Ag Day and certificates 1st, 2nd, 3rd are given. Parents and students will be able to see the results when the doors are open on Ag Day. The Criteria of the displays had been sent home with the children last week however these are also in this week’s newsletter further on.
Kupu o te wiki – Tēnei – this
He aha tēnei = what is this? Tēnei whare = this house
Principal Wayne Whitney
Hikutaia School - Phone 862 4708 or Fax 862 4709 Email: [email protected] Absentee Txt Number 027 286 24 70
Senior Class: Mrs Robinson, Whaea Emma & Matua Wayne Kia ora Koutou, Welcome to week 9. Whaea Emma and Room 2 will be attending the soccer tournament in Thames tomorrow. If children have soccer boots/moulded rugby boots they will be great, otherwise, trainers are fine. Shin pads are essential. We will be making pompoms for Ag day displays, but these are proving time-consuming, so if you are able to support your child by making one at home that would be much appreciated. Also, this week touch rugby starts on Thursday - a draw will be posted on our Facebook page when it becomes available. Children need to wear black shorts and a sports t-shirt. Please ensure fees are paid by the end of this week. Ngaa Mihi nui - Olivia Robinson, Whaea Emma and Matua Wayne
Room 5 Mrs Donovan Wow, week nine! The children are tired and many are sick, but we can make it. Keep the reading going at home. If a book doesn't come home, they can read anything at home. Most of the children are 'reading to learn' not learning to read at this stage, so they can enjoy non-fiction texts and learn about the world around them. We are continuing with our Kiwi inquiry and hope to share those slides on Seesaw soon. We will also be continuing with our Calf Club projects, so get your pompom in as soon as possible. Have a great week. Kind Regards, Angela Donovan
Room 4: Mr Bax This week we are getting stuck into creating our arts and crafts for Ag day next term. Students will bring in pom poms from home to decorate in the last week. In Maths we are exploring geometry as part of our strand. We will be making the most of our fine weather this week to practise our ball skills in PE. On Tuesday we are visiting the library to return and issue our books. Have a great week. .
Room 3: Mrs Cameron This weekend certainly had a Spring feel to it. Thank you to those parents who have sent in their egg carton and pom pom last week. If your child has not bought them in yet, could they please do so by Thursday if possible, as I would like to make a start on their Ag displays on Friday. A permission slip will come home tomorrow regarding the trip to Ohinemuri House next Wednesday. Could these be returned this week also if possible. Hope your child is enjoying their free Duffy books that they received last week. Have a great week.
Next Board Meeting Tuesday 24th September 5.30 pm.
Paeroa Junior Touch Season – Thursday 19th September This week Junior Touch Season starts on Thursday. Please note that subscriptions need to be paid prior to playing. Please note the starting times and subscriptions required by Thursday morning 9.00 this week. Midgets – Year 1-4 4.30 p.m. start Juniors – Year 5-6 5.00 p.m. start Seniors – Year 7-8 5.30 p.m. start Subscriptions are the same as last year at $9.00 per child or $20.00 for a family of 3 or more. Payment is required before play, so please to avoid disappointed children please send payment in by the end of this week.
Te Whānau Oriori Permission Forms I/We ………………………………… the parents of ……………………………………………give him/her permission to attend the Ohinemuri House performance on Wednesday 25th September. I can help with transport on the day – Yes/No I can take …….. tamariki. My contact number is: ………………………………………. Signed: ………………………………………… Date: ……………………………..
I/We ………………………………… the parents of ……………………………………… give him/her permission to travel to Mercury Bay School on Tuesday 15th October. I can help with transport on the day – Yes/No I can take ……. Tamariki. My contact number is ………………………………………. Signed: ……………………………………….. Date: ……………………………….
(Unless otherwise stated all events are held at school)
Friday 20th September Agricultural Demonstation Day – Lambs/Kid goats 11.40 a.m. at School Tuesday 24th September BOT Meeting Friday 27th September School Assembly – 2.15 p.m. Friday 27th September Last Day Term 3 – 3.00 p.m. Monday 14th October First Day Term 4 – 9.00 a.m. Sunday 13th October Working Bee Hikutaia School – 10.00 a.m. Thursday 17th October Hikutaia School Agricultural Day – 10.00 a.m. Saturday 19th October Ohinemuri Group Day – Puriri School 10.30 a.m. Monday 28th October Labour Day – Holiday Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd November Hikutaia School Fishing Competition
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CRICKET We are working hard to re-establish regular cricket playing opportunities for primary school age boys and girls within the wider Thames Valley area. Coaching for all skills levels will be available for those involved in both mid week or Saturday competitions beginning early in Term 4. All playing equipment provided. Boys or girls/parents/coaches/supporters who wish to play or be involved in our great game should call Ramesh Sabasinghe (Waikato Valley Cricket Association Development Officer) 021 786 250 ( [email protected]) or Mike Cotter 07 862 8270 / 022 055 8270 (Paeroa) -as soon as possible.
Thames Valley Junior Cricket Muster Open to all Year 2-8 students at Whangamata on Tuesday 17th September from 2.00 p.m. onwards at Whagamata Area School or at Rhodes Park Thames on Thursday 19th September from 4.00 p.m. onwards. Spot prizes, inflatabe nets, speed gun and games. Come and meet some of the Black Caps and Northern Knights.
On Saturday 21st September, Thames High School is celebrating our amazing students with you all at Grahamstown Market between 9.00am and midday. Students and staff will be performing and displaying work which shows the diversity and richness of what we do. You will be able to find us situated in the Grahamstown Hall, Sola, Outside and in the Back Room of Lotus Realm and in GBD. You might even find us in the Cinema and on the street! We invite you all to come along and see what our school in the heart of your community is all about.
Thames Tennis Club Open Club Day and coaching session with Shannon Paki the club coach for any children (& adults) wanting to come and give tennis a go on Saturday the 14th September 9 – 11am at the club on Brown St. Racquets available. Junior registrations are at the club on Thursday 19th September 4 – 5:30pm. Coaching & Club Day commence Week 1 of Term 4 Everyone welcome from Tiny Tots (under 5’s) through to High School Students. Membership includes coaching on Thursday afternoons, Friday Afternoon Club Day. Any queries contact Shannon at [email protected] or 0212349952
HIKUTAIA SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY RESULTS FOR 2019 5 Year Old Girls – 1st Emily Taylor (Om), 2nd Maddison Munns (On), 3rd Aviya Nand (On) & 4th Tia Harvey (W).
5 Year Old Boys – 1st Kaea Koia-Hamling (On), 2nd Luka McKenzie (W), 3rd Kieran Imeson (K) & 4th Isaac Mackenzie (K).
6 Year Old Girls – 1st Javana-Lee Metekingi (M), 2nd Caylee Williams (K) & 3rd Indy Wilson-Bennett (K). 6 Year Old Boys – 1st Oscar Gumbley (W) & 2nd Tom Remmelink (Om). 7 Year Old Girls – 1st Indie Robinson (M), Denvor Kisling (Om), 3rd Siani Wright (On) & 4th Raven Godfrey-Evans (W). 7 Year Old Boys – 1st Trey Koia-Hamling (On), 2nd Hunter Morrison (M) & 3rd = Max Flooks (W) & Jackson Mackenzie (K). 8 Year Old Girls – 1st Ruby Walmsley (Om), 2nd Jorja Walmsley (Om) 3rd Sophia John (K) & 4th Mara Gumbley (W).
8 Year Old Boys – 1st Ali Koia-Hamling (On), 2nd Henry Van Hellemond (K), 3rd Connor Perry (W) & 4th Gabriel Te Wheoro (K). 9 Year Old Girls – 1st Izzy Ching (Om), 2nd Sasha Flooks (W), 3rd Bella Walmsley (Om) & 4th Mia Tuialii (M)
9 Year Old Boys – 1st Jacob Smith (W), 2nd Quinn Torstonson (M), 3rd Jye Morrison (M) & 4th Leon King (K).
10 Year Old Girls – 1st Amber Perry (W) & 2nd Pippa Campbell-Spinks (On).
10 Year Old Boys – 1st Cooper Robinson (M), 2nd Jesse Wright (On), 3rd Seth Webber (Om) & 4th Jimi Austin (W).
11 Year Old Girls – 1st Emma Boese (K), 2nd Abigail Cox (On) & 3rd Gypsie Ching (Om) 11 Year Old Boys – 1st Ethan King (K), 2= Cody Murray (Om) & Michael Paynter-O’Grady (On) & 4th Thomas Te Wheoro (K) 12+ Year Old Girls – 1st Gracie Owen (Om), 2nd Milah McGahan (Om) & 3rd Natavia Metekingi (M) & Shaniya Nand (On). 12+ Year Old Boys – 1st Cooper Morrison (M), 2nd Kaeden Torstonson (M), 3rd Brodie Robinson (M) & 4th Crue Anderton (K). Whanau Points – 1st Omahu 49, Onetai 46, Maratoto 45, Komata 36 & 5th Wharepoa 29
Senior Girl Cup – Gracie Owen and Senior Boy Cup - Cooper Morrison
2019 Ag Day Displays Thursday 17th October Specific learning outcomes and success criteria for displays
1. Fruit Still Life Pencil sketch - Years 0 – 8 – Completed at school – Compulsory. Specific Learning Outcome: By careful observation students can use drawing processes to describe the main features and form a sketch of a piece of fruit. Success Criteria: Main parts and features observed and recorded. Different parts appropriate shaped and in reasonable proportions. 3 dimensional qualities of shading and perspective evident. Contains detail and artistic elements of tone, texture, pattern and line.
2. Photo – Theme – ‘Whanau Time’ – Years 0 – 8 - Completed at home – Compulsory. Specific Learning Outcome: ‘Whanau Time’ A photo that captures an activity or place where you spend time with your whanau Success Criteria: Framing for interest - telling a story Placement of object. Use of light and shadow or colour A4 size paper with caption under photo that adds to photographic content The photo must be taken by the child and brought to school on a USB stick or similar (JPeg file) Must be at school on or before Monday the 14th of October.
3. Egg carton masks – Years 0 – 4 – Created at School before Wednesday the 16th of October–– Compulsory. Specific Learning Outcome: Using creativity and innovative thinking as well as the elements of art create a mask from a recycled egg carton Success Criteria Recycled egg carton Use of artist flair with colour, pattern and texture. Shows the features of a face
4. Cardboard Mask- Year 5 – 8 –Created at School before Wednesday the 16th of October–– Compulsory. Specific Learning Outcome: Using creativity and innovative thinking as well as the elements of art create a mask using cardboard Success Criteria: Made from cardboard Use of artist flair with colour, pattern and texture. Mask must portray innovative/creative thinking. Able to be worn as a mask
5. Pom Pom creation Year 0 – 8 – Created at School before Wednesday the 16th of October– Compulsory. Specific Learning Outcome: Creative use of of a pom pom to create a creature or bird that is visually appealing and looks good. Success Criteria: Has used a pom pom as the central part of the creation Has visual appeal Has an obvious theme Has used creative and imaginative ideas.
6. Animal and Pet Project – Knowledge and Understanding Years 0 – 8 – Completed at home, brought to school on Monday 14th October - Voluntary Specific Learning Outcome: Students track and display their knowledge and understanding of their animal. Success Criteria: An attractive display presented on A3 paper only. Makes comments under the five headings; 1. Specific animal details (name, breed, date of birth etc) 2. Food and Drink 3. Training and Grooming 4. Characteristics and fun times together. Shows a keen interest in their animal and its needs. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of their animal.