TE KURA WAENGANUI O AWA KAIRANGI 20th November 2014 PRINCIPAL’S REPORT With the end of the year looming fast, I would like to remind both students and parents that we have strict expectations around uniform, including correct socks and shoes. Please do not let the standards slip and encourage your children to represent the school with pride right to the end of the year. Students who do not wear correct uniform will not be able to attend the end of year assemblies. Thank you to the great response to the financial statements sent out a couple of weeks ago. It is very encouraging to see donations coming in and the last of the $10 specialist subject fees being paid before the end of the year. Please note the separate notices in this newsletter regarding the sale of 2014 School Magazines and also Year 7 and Year 8 group photos. Both magazine and photo order forms are available from your child’s class teacher or the office. It is great to see the children’s excitement and enthusiasm for the all the end of year extra-curricular activities. Please ensure that you are aware of what is coming up by reading notices sent home with your children and checking the calendar in our weekly newsletter and website. Have a great weekend. Mike ABSENCE LINE 570 3101 - You can ring this number any time of the day or night. PLEASE call prior to 9am to let us know if your child is going to be away. Please speak clearly and leave a BRIEF message with your child’s name and the reason they will be away from school Telephone: 939 8800 Email: [email protected] Website: www.huttintermediate.school.nz PLEASE REMEMBER TO LET THE OFFICE KNOW IF ANY OF YOUR CONTACT DETAILS CHANGE INTERNATIONAL FOOD FAIR Next Friday the Year 8 Food Technology students will be selling dishes they have produced from around the world in the hall at lunch time. The items available to students are as follows: Butter Chicken and rice $2 Chimmichangas $2 Thai Beef Salad $2 Tomato and Basil pasta $2 Berry Semifreddo (ice cream) $2 Mexican Chilli Chocolate Cookies $1 Lemonade $1 Items can be bought with ‘tokens’ which can be purchased BEFORE SCHOOL or MORNING TEA BREAK next week. 2014 PANORAMIC PHOTOS You may be aware that we recently had the Year 7 and Year 8 group panoramic photos taken by LC Scott Photography. There are separate photos for each year group and samples of these photos are in the main foyer on the noticeboard. This year there is two sizes of photo to choose from and the prices are $15 and $20 respectively. Order envelopes are available from the office or you can just write your child’s name and room number on a blank envelope and enclose the appropriate payment. Payment to be made by cash, cheque or Internet banking direct to LC Scott. Payment details are on the envelopes. Please remember to specify whether you want a Year 7 or Year 8 photo. Orders to be handed in at the office by tomorrow . These will be given out to children before the end of the school year. MESSAGE FROM YMCA WELLINGTON We’ve got another jam-packed holiday programme planned – focusing on broadening children’s skillsets and hobbies. Whether it be learning a new sport, developing performance arts skills, learning how things are made, how to survive out in the bush or how to spot endangered animals and care for them. We’ll also be having lots of fun in the sun – lots of water activities and outdoor visits. Kids can play fun games in the park with all their friends. We’ve also got some exciting visits including Wellington Chocolate factory, Six Barrel Soda Company factory, a special presentation at Carter Observatory, imagination playground at the Dowse, and last but not least the chance to get super adventurous and experience Camp Kaitoke for the day! There will also be family favourites such as Junglerama, Laser Force and our big trip to Embassy Theatre. We’re also extremely excited to round off the holidays with our famous Summer Carnival. Fun galore! There is also a 10% discount available for families that book in before December 18th. Families can also book in online and see all of our information on our website at ymcawellington.org.nz. SCHOOL CALENDAR Scholastic Book Orders: Last day for Scholastic Book orders is tomorrow, Friday 21st November Mufti Day: Wednesday 26th November Year 7 Disco: Thursday 4th December (details closer to the time) Year 8 Social: Thursday 11th December (details closer to the time) Year 8 Prizegiving Assembly: Monday 15th December—11am School finishes: Tuesday 16th December 12pm—there will be no school buses on this day. FOOD TECHNOLOGY Food Technology would be most grateful for any donations of lemons please. Thank you very much. Sally Gates, Food Technology Teacher TERM DATES FOR 2015 Term 1 Monday 2nd February Thursday 2nd April Term 2 Monday 20th April Friday 3rd July Term 3 Monday 20th July Friday 25th September Term 4 Monday 12th October Tuesday 15th December Waitangi Day Friday 6th February Good Friday Friday 3rd April (within school holidays) Easter Monday Monday 6th April (within school holidays) Easter Tuesday Tuesday 7th April (within school holidays) Anzac Day Monday 27th April (Mondayised Holiday) Queen’s Birthday Monday 1st June Labour Day Monday 26th October HUTT CITY LIBRARIES THE BIG READ 2014-15 Hutt City Libraries has teamed up with publisher Gecko Press to give your school free books when students sign up to our Summer reading challenge. The school whose students read the most books will also win a special Gecko Press prize pack. Research shows children can maintain and even increase their reading levels if they keep reading over the Summer break. The BIG Read challenge is a great way for your child to read books, complete fun activities and be in to win prizes. It is free and any child aged 5-13 years can join at their local library between 15th December and 6th January. The challenge finishes 28th January. More details at library.huttcity.govt.nz or contact your local library. HUTT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 2014 SCHOOL MAGAZINE These will be given out during the last few days of the school year and are available only to those students who have PAID for a magazine. The cost is $20 and payment can be made in one of the following ways – please tick your option. Name ……………………………………….………………………………………….. Room ……………..………… Number of 2014 Magazines Ordered ……………..………… Cash for $20 per magazine attached to this order Cheque for $20 per magazine attached to this order Paid by Eftpos at School Office Paid by Direct Credit (see details below) HUTT INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL DIRECT PAYMENT DETAILS ______________________________________________________________ Account Name Hutt Intermediate School Board of Trustees Bank ASB, Queensgate Branch Account Number 12 3142 0339812 00 Please clearly state the details of your payment :  Student’s Name - Surname and first name initial is adequate  Class Number  WHAT the payment is for – e.g. Magazine Home and School Fundraiser - We have an extra fundraiser this term in the form of Sileni Wines. This is the first time we have tried this so it'll be interesting to see how it goes. Please complete the attached order form and return to school by Friday, 28 November. Order and payment details are on the order form. Thank you for continuing to support Hutt Intermediate Home and School Fundraising initiatives. Please note: Hutt Intermediate School uniform shoes are the black leather lace up shoes—Ascent Apex model of shoe shown below. Triathlon – Introductory Skills Clinic To kick-start the summer season the Wellington Triathlon Club coaches, Gerrard Smith and Jenny Rose have designed a Triathlon Introductory Skills Clinic that includes:  Skill and technique training in all 3 disciplines: swim, bike, and run  Discussions around triathlon rules, preparing for events, and how to get started in the sport  Training tips and advice  The opportunity to meet and connect with others starting out in the sport Register now – only $25 Register at: https://regonline.activeglobal.com/Register/Checkin.aspx? EventID=1630717 Or, by clicking here: or by clicking here>> or going to the Wellington Triathlon Club Website Spaces are limited to 20 athletes so get in quick! Key Information:  Athletes Aged 11-14 years  30 November 2014, 9am to 12pm  Swim at Freyberg pool; Cycle & run at Hataitai Velodrome Prerequisites To join these sessions you will need:  Togs and goggles for swimming (in the pool only – no wetsuit)  The ability to swim 100m or more continuously  Your own bike and cycling-suitable helmet  Running shoes and clothing  Bring a drink bottle, and maybe a snack All abilities are welcome whether a first timer or not – everyone will learn plenty and have fun in the process. Note for Parents We will NOT be riding on the road – riding will occur at the Haitaitai Velodrome. Parents/caregivers will be required to transport children and bikes from Freyberg pool to the Hataitai Velodrome during this session. For more information: Call Gerrard on 021 39 09 61 or Jenny on 027 24 23 527