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ENTER TO LEARN - GO FORTH TO SERVE Kuhu mai ki te ako - haere ki te awhi
NEWSLETTER
PRINCIPAL: Craig Haggo B.O.T. CHAIRPERSON: Brigid Crawford
Phone: 533 3811
Old Coach Road R D 6 Te Puke 3186 Phone (07) 533 3731 Fax (07) 533 3521 Email [email protected]
Website: www.pongakawa.school.nz
JR Bui lding sp ec ia l is e in FARM BUILDIN GS I NF RASTRUCTURE 20 years ex perience servic ing the Bay
► Farm Buildings infrastructure: hay barns, pole sheds, silage
bunkers, calf sheds and more….
► Specialist in all fencing: including decks and security fencing
► Orchard Development ► Artificial shelter
PLEASE SUPPORT THE BUSINESSES WHO SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
6 Queen Street
PO Box 47, Te Puke, New Zealand
Phone 07 573 6127 / 573 6247
Fax 07 573 9831
Email: [email protected]
Farm Orchard Tractors and
Machinery Sales & Service
are your local agents for ;
Main Road PO Box 582 Te Puke 3153 New Zealand
Ph: 07 573 9107 Fax: 07 5736915
Email:[email protected] Website: www.rrtractors.co.nz
TERM DATES 2016 Term 1: 2/2/16 - 15/4/16 Term 2: 2/5/16 - 8/7/16 Term 3: 25/7/16 - 23/9/16 Term 4: 10/10/16 - 16/12/16
Contact Justin Robertson M: 021 792 460
E: [email protected] W: www.ministryofdafence.co.nz
BP Pongakawa SERVICE STATION
State Highway 2, R D 6 Pongakawa
Phone (07) 533 4155
PETROL - MILK - BREAD - GROCERIES ICECREAMS - PIES AND MUCH MORE
TE PUKE VETERINARY CENTRE
Your friendly Caring Team
Comprehensive medical &
surgical service for farm &
companion animals
Ph (07) 573 7606
KIWI LAND
DEVELOPMENTS
BULLDOZING, CONTOURING AND EXCAVATING
Ph 5333063 or 0274 741589
Email: [email protected]
David Reid P: 07 533 3668 M: 027 2533 454 E: [email protected] A: 1963 Old Coach Rd, RD6, Te Puke
Build it - Fix it - Move it!
*Onsite engineering & welding. *12 tonne bulldozer & operator for hire. *Competitive Rates
Ph Rod 027 8918440 or 07 5336066
*Agricultural work *Farm races & tracks *Contouring *Plant & Machinery repairs/modifications *30 years experience *Quality workmanship
PROFES- SIONAL & PERSONALISED
136 Pukehina Parade Pukehina Beach, R D 9, Te Puke
PH: 07 2811324 or Mob: 021 0467065 Email: [email protected]
Managing Holiday & Long Term Rentals
Covering all areas from Matata to Te Puke
See our website at: www.beachrentals.net.nz
FARM BIKE SERVICING
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
QUADS, TRAIL BIKES, BEACH BIKES And 2-WHEELERS
Ph: 573 4038
Mike & Shelly Priebe - M & M Contractors
Dear Parents and Caregivers Lovely to have some sunny weather finally so let’s hope it continues through to Friday and the weekend beyond. Ag Day is a significant day in Pongakawa School life and is one many students ( and their families ) look forward to with anticipation. This type of occasion seems to be diminishing and is in danger of being lost altogether in many schools which I think is sad. Some would say it is the encroachment of urban spread into our rural areas and others would say it is just convenient to let it go. School is far more than simply coming to school to learn a series of core subjects, it is about life learning, friendships, communicating, understanding tradition, history and culture and most importantly of all having fun. I think schools should try to hang onto days like these and if necessary find ways to modify them keeping to the theme but ensuring everyone can take part in some way. It will always be a core part of who we are at Pongakawa, of that I am sure. Huge congratulations to all those who have made the ‘Made Award’ Finals. This is an annual competition celebrating film and media and has grown from a local event to one schools from across the country now enter. We have three quality entries which are very impressive and deserving of their place and these are: Room 15 – One Call Away Pongakawa Film and Media Club – Saving Kiwis The Bee Team – The Bees Demise We wish you all the best for the Finals and congratulate you on your results to date. I had some lovely feedback last week from a new parent whose young daughter travelling for the first time on the bus had missed her stop. The little girl was walked back to her waiting Dad by a group of our students before they went on home themselves. Thanks heaps Lilly, Tane and Sharon Thorpe it was an awesome thing to do and very much appreciated. I was sent a report about our school student attendance in term two which is something the Ministry now do and would like to give you a little feedback. Our average attendance for all students across the term was 92% (91.9 to be exact). This might seem at first glance like a pretty good result and certainly if it were a test I think most of us would be pretty happy. However if we look at the number of days that would mean any one child has away from school, it would be around 18. Put another way it is 3 and a half weeks of school or a good third of a term. To make the best possible progress our children need to be at school as much as possible and this length of time off is not okay. If we understand that this is an average of all students it means some children had a lot more time off school than this and it is only those continually attending who bring the total up. I would urge all parents to make as a priority ensuring you child is here every day before school begins ready to start and enjoy their learning. Have a fantastic week. See you at Ag. Day Yours in teaching Craig Haggo Principal
Our bank account details for any payments are: ASB 123407 0007320 00
School Office: Phone 533 3731
Email address: [email protected]
Week 02 Term 4
17th October 2016
Website www.pongakawa.school.nz
Pongakawa 125 year Jubilee Celebrations February 24th, 25th, 26th 2017 - Register Now
Please go online to our website listed below to register for our 125 year Jubilee celebrations. The event has now been fully planned and there is something for everyone. If you are aware of any family members, neighbours and friends who may wish to attend but do not have internet access then please share a hardcopy of the registration form with them. There are photos on the website which will bring plenty of memories to the fore and you will also see the responses from others. Maybe even find old friends as well! Don’t leave your registration until it is too late. The website for everything you need to know relating to the jubilee next year is: http://jubilee.pongakawa.school.nz And our Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/pongakawaSchool125Jubilee
SUNHATS Sunhats are compulsory in line with our
School Policy for Summer. Please make sure your child has
one everyday.
AG DAY This Friday (21/10/16) SEE TODAYS INSERT FOR ALL DETAILS
All large animals to be at school by 8.30am as judging begins at 9.30am.
Other pets to be at school by 9am as judging begins 9.15am onwards.
RULES:
ASD FORMS: need to be sent to school before Ag Day please for all children bringing calves.
NO Ram lambs can be entered, they must be castrated. All male goats must be castrated. All Bulls regardless of breed are entered into the Beef calf section. Jersey bulls are not judged. All Dogs must be registered. NO aggressive dogs may attend Ag Day.
No new entries for Ag day will be accepted now.
Enviro News Enviro Tip of the week:
Try making Xmas Presents this year by
reusing or up-cycling instead of buying.
PE Gear Reminder Please ensure that your child/ren have their PE gear with them every day. Sick bay does not loan out PE clothes
Photolife School Photos - URGENT Reminder
Online Shoot Key Slips were handed to students in the last few days of term 3 to enable you to go online and order your class/sibling photos. Please do so before Friday 21/10/16 to receive free delivery of photos. The office has envelopes for any families who do not have internet access or do not wish to order on line and those ordering sibling photos.
EVENTS COMING UP 21/10/16 Ag Day 24/10/16 Labour Day Public Holiday 25/10/16 Pool Reopens (Get your pool contract now) 27/10/16 Group Day 31/10/16 BOT Meeting 03/11/16 HPV 3rd Dose 07/11/16 PTA Meeting 08/11/16 Year 5/6 Athletics Day 09/11/16 Cricket Mini World Cup at Blake Park 11/11/16 Grandparents Day 14/11/16 Mobile Dentist will be at school from today
COMMUNITY - SCHOOL NOTICES
Join the Pukehina Surf Team Junior Surf Programme for 5-13 year olds starts Labour Weekend Sunday 23rd October Registrations open at 10am or register online Lifeguard training available for age 14 years plus for more details visit: www.pukehinasurfrescue.co.nz Healthy Tomato plants for sale. Ready for planting. Varieties are Beef Steak, Moneymaker, Red Cherry, Roma and cucumbers. Available from 57 Pongakawa Station Rd. $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Any queries text or ring Ph Maria 0273189737 Flat mate wanted Looking for two flat mates, the flat is located in Maketu, ideal flat mate will be either a full time worker or a full time student, preferably mid 20's, genuine and reliable. For more details please phone or text 0212075818
SPORTS NOTICES / RESULTS Don’t forget to update the office as to your
child/ren’s CURRENT bus movements Urgent Squash notice Squash coaching at school on Thursdays (due to start this week), WILL NOT happen unless we have 5-6 more players sign up. Please get the form back to the office now so that we can notify Graeme that we have the numbers he requires. Touch The first round of touch at Papamoa begins Thursday 20th Oct. Keep checking the Touch Papamoa web site for the draw. Basketball Thank you to our players who have returned their playing singlets. If you still have your singlet it needs to be returned asap as we need the uniforms for the touch season this week. Cricket Practises have begun and there is lots of enthusiasm to make one of the teams. Make sure you turn up to all practises ready to give it you best. Cricket skills session for interested girls. A Northern Premier league is being started by ND cricket, featuring ND reps and several Whiteferns on October 30. I They are having a skills session before the start of play, the facebook page is below for full details if anyone is interested. https://www.facebook.com/events/1612997358995545/ Fun Superstar Cricket for Yr 0-1 is held at the Te Puke Domain 5-6pm Friday Nights with Don Warner. $25.00 per child for a 7 week programme. Register & pay online www.superstarcricket.co.nz or any query contact Don 021307081 or email [email protected] Equipment supplied. Footwear and floppy hat/cap essential. Waterpolo Well done to the team who played 3 grading games on Friday. We hear that even with 4 brand new Year 6 players, you look a promising group. Exciting!! Game time this week will to you as soon as we are notified. Netball Reminder that ALL netball uniforms needs to be returned by this Friday.
SQUASH for years 5,6,7,8 only : Games each Thursday. Still able to take more players. Graeme Randolph, is continuing to come into school to coach groups of students during school time, catering for all abilities. Group sizes are limited to 6 students and the programme will run on Thursdays Graeme will assesses students after their first session and may swap groups to accommodate similar ability players. Cost is $70 for the term payable to: GR Squash bank account 030 626 0619905 000 Squash Court Membership : Please make sure you have updated your annual subscription fees for squash cards, if not updating please return your card. Gillian Moore School of Dance : Wednesdays. Contact Hannah 022 047 3317 to enrol for Term 3 2016 or by email : [email protected] For Adults Social Volleyball Tect Pongakawa The Action Centre Fridays – beginning Friday 28th October. Enter your grade – social or serious social at Pongakawa School Office. Adults – 6:00 – 8:00pm. Cost - $120 30 min games. Refs prov. 4 players on a court (but a good team number is 6 players) Gymnastics at Pongakawa - Term 4 2016 Gym in the Action Centre will be slightly different this term. NB** There will be 2 classes each Monday. This is to cater for skill and ability differences.** 3:00 – 4:00pm Ages 5, 6, 7 beginning 31st October 4:00 – 5:00pm Ages 8+ also beginning 31st October There is the possibility of some movement between the groups as well so that the group will fit the child’s ability. Cost $65 :00 Parkour at Pongakawa A high energy modern sport with an expert tutor – Dion from Te Puke Gym Club. Thursday lunchtimes for ages 5, 6 and 7 Starts 27th October. 12:45 – 1:30pm. Friday lunchtimes for ages 8 years up Starts October 28th 12:45 – 1:30 pm Dion will take into account the skill level of individuals as well. Cost is $30 for the 6 week season. For Students : VOLLEYBALL. After school on Friday. Starts 28th October. Forms at the office. Cost $10:00
Term 4 Activities
PTA AG Day Stall PTA are still seeking donations of home grown fresh produce, jams, preserves, pickles, citrus, fruit, surplus seedlings etc so we would appreciate any donations for sale for their Ag Day stall. All proceeds go to the school via the PTA. With Ag day coming up this Fri 21st Oct, if you are able to help in any of the following ways, please let me know: Help to set up show rings and tents on Thursday 20th 1.30-3pm; Help for 1 hour on a BBQ roster Help in the food tent or ticket / home produce/raffle tent on a roster. Baking to sell on the day, cakes, slices, muffins. If you able to help, please phone Sheree Horton on Phone 5333309 or 027 6502808.
Congratulations Special congratulations to Karlina Steiner who completed in the Synchronised Swimming National Championships over the Holidays. The competition also included guest competitors from China, Australia and New Caledonia. Karlina achieved 2 golds (Duo and Team) and a bronze when she represented Pongakawa School as an individual. Amazing results Karlina – proud of you.
Pool Keys Swimming season begins again after 24th October 2016
Please get your pool key contracts now from the office in preparation for the season.
Anyone wishing to open and close the pool each day during the season, please contact the office as soon as possible.
There are a number of keys from last season still to be returned. Please ensure these are returned by this Friday.
Congratulations Ayla Loughlin competed at the National Dance Showcase held in Auckland on the weekend and won two high silvers in Lyrical and Jazz as well as Most Entertaining Award for Mini’s / Petite age category. Well done Ayla.
