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GRETA VALLEY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
31 October 2018
GRETA VALLEY SCHOOLSKILLS FOR LIFE!
Dear Parents
CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations to Elsie who came third in the duathlon last week, well done Elsie.
PET DAYWhat a wonderful relaxed Pet Day we had. We have altered the booklet that we are handing out to new parents to read that the Speech Competition and Production are held biannually alternate years and that Pet Day is an annual event. Thank you all so much for the effort and contributions you made to making Pet day a success. We will give out the remaining certificates and prizes at a short school student only assembly this Friday.
ECOLOGICAL STUDIESOn Monday, Serina from the Hurunui District Council came in to continue with the ecological studies that we have been undertaking. The juniors made toothpaste and cleaning fluid and the seniors made fragrance sachets for drawers and dishwashing liquid. The beauty of these products is that they can all be made from materials that we have in the home that are non-toxic as well as being safe for the environment. Thanks Serina we appreciate your knowledge and skill in this area.
FIELDS OF REMEMBRANCEYesterday several seniors attended the final ‘Fields of Remembrance’ Commemoration event. After standing in the rain, we decided to shout them to morning tea, hot chocolate and chips at Fossil Point. As well as being great ambassadors for us at the Fields of Remembrance Days, a couple of tourists at the café commented on how delightful it was to see such a well-mannered group of children at a café with their teacher. Well done to you all.
ATHLETICSNext Tuesday, 6th November, we have athletics with Waikari School in Waikari. A notice has been sent out regarding transport and we thank those who have responded. This is usually a great day out and is the only day out until our end of year activity day when the whole school visits Orana Park for student zoology time with the zookeepers. More to come about this closer to the time.
STAFF RETIREMENTSAs many of you are already aware Sue and myself are retiring at the end of the year. The board is currently advertising the Principal’s position and the junior school position will be advertised early in December.
ASSESSMENTPlease note, our one request for this term, which is during weeks 5, and 6, November 12th to 23rd we ask that you endeavor to ensure your children are at school each day. This will be a critical time for them when we carry out our assessments for the year.
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Mana Ake, Stronger for Tomorrow, is a new initiative to promote wellbeing and positive mental health for children in primary schools across Canterbury. The initiative aims to provide early intervention and support for teachers and whanau when children are experiencing ongoing issues that are impacting on their wellbeing. Kaimahi can also support individual children and groups of children.The Mana Ake Kaimahi for your school are Katie Thomas and Rachael Meese. Katie has a background in counselling and Rachael, a background in social work. Please talk to your child’s teacher if you feel that your child could benefit from their support.(Katie and Rachael)
TEACHERS’ STRIKEEven though bargaining has begun the teachers' union has invited us to inform parents that strike action, for us on the 14th November is to go ahead. Please note that the school will be closed on that day unless bargaining resolves the issues we have before the 14th. Please note the attached flyer and what teachers are striking for.
UPCOMING EVENTSTerm 4: 15 October – 20 December Newsletters will be out – 14, 28 Nov; 12 Dec
Assemblies will be held – 9, 23 Nov; 7th and Prizegiving 20th DecNovember 6 Greta/Waikari Athletics at Waikari School12 Assessment week begins13 Zone Athletics14 Possible teachers strike (TBC)15 Teacher Only Day (Anniversary weekend)16 Canterbury Anniversary Day20 School Photos21/22 Waiswim Programme for Juniors27 Waiswim Programme for JuniorsDecember 4 Waiswim Programme for Juniors5 BOT Meeting11 Waiswim Programme for Juniors18 Whole school trip to Orana Park20 Prizegiving
TERM DATES FOR 2019Term 1 Mon 4th Feb to Fri 12th Apr 98 half daysTerm 2 Mon 29th Apr - Fri 4th July 98 half daysTerm 3 Mon 22nd July - Fri 27th Sept100 half daysTerm 4 Mon 14th Oct - Fri 20 Dec 98 Half days Have a good week from the great Greta Valley Team, Malin, Jo, Sue, Amelia, Megan, Yo and Christine.
**FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL **A reminder that Abacus orders are due at school by Friday 2 Nov.The FOTS AGM is being held at Waipara Springs winery, Thursday 8th Nov starting at 10.30am. We need a new President and Treasurer this year so it would be great if someone wants to take on one of these jobs!
**COMMUNITY NEWS **SCARGILL CRICKET CLUBResults- Saturday 20th OctoberScargill-Cheviot Senior Team vs Ohoka- Scargill-Cheviot Senior Team 124/10 C Nicolson 26, S Sidey 23, J Tapp 20 lost to Ohoka 205/8 J Tapp 2/19, H Davidson 2/26. Player of the Day: J Tapp. Results- Saturday 27th OctoberScargill-Cheviot Senior Team vs Swannanoa- Lost. Swannanoa 123. Scargill-Cheviot 110- B. Dawson 41. Player of the Day: B. Dawson.
Draw- Saturday 3rd NovemberScargill-Cheviot Senior Team vs Weedons @ Weedons 1:00pmDraw- Saturday 10th November
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Scargill-Cheviot Senior Team vs Greendale @ Scargill 1:00pm
TIMEBANK HURUNUIPhysio therapy for people who have experienced breast cancer.I'm trained in an exercise delivery program tailored specifically for people who have had mastectomies or lumpectomies. This was in NSW, Australia and is not funded in New Zealand. The purpose of the program is to enable people to regain the range of movements previously enjoyed. It is a gentle exercise program, and I'm happy to come to your home. Contact Joanna 03 3146782. Bookkeeping ServicesBookkeeping rather than accounting is often all that small clubs and people need. Using simple excel spreadsheets I can show you how to keep track of finances and reconcile bank accounts.Contact Ann via email: [email protected]: The Armistice and After Thurs 8th Nov, 7 to 8.30pmJames Drewery, wartime history researcher, willshare his insights about what happened during the last year of the Great War, and its
subsequent aftermath. His talk will include the signing of the Armistice, the Allied Powers’ terms imposed on Germany, issues around repatriation of troops, the deadly Spanish flu outbreak, and the repercussions of these global upheavals for New Zealand’s returning soldiers and post-war society.James is president of the Amberley Lions Club, and is helping organise a Citizens of Amberley Armistice Day event on Sunday 11th November.Amberley Library, 7 – 8.30pm. Cost: 1.5 TimeBank Hurunui credits or donation appreciated. To register: contact: 03 314 3406 or [email protected] Going Solar? Trends, Tips & Alternatives, Mon 12th Nov, 7 to 8.30pmRoger McKenzie is a power-electronics engineer and product designer who’ll discuss developments in electricity technology. He’ll share his experiencesdesigning and installing off-grid systems in remote areas, including the Falkland Islands, and for the PurePod glass eco cabins around Canterbury. He’ll also give practical suggestions about battery management and how to assess the best set-up for your circumstances, e.g., off-grid or grid-connected solar, or other renewable options. Come with questions, experiences and ideas to share!Time: 7 – 8.30 pm, Amberley Library Cost: 1.5 TimeBank Hurunui credits or donation appreciated. Register: 03 3143406 or [email protected]
FOOD FOR THOUGHTPresents Non Violent CommunicationJim Lovell-Smith a teacher of Non Violent Communication will introduce the concept of NVC,a different way of talking (to others and ourselves) which avoids abuse,judgments,blame,criticisms or demands in our relationships and our parentingand instead focuses on what we and those around us really want -our universal human needs.NVC was developed in the USA by Marshall Rosenberg in the 1960s and is now taught around the world. It aims to bring people closer together by use of language that encourages connection .Hurunui District Library, Amberley, Monday 5th November 7.30pm. Supper, gold coin donation appreciated. Info ph. Jude 0276623072
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