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Kia ora koutou

" Tēnā koutou e te whānau. Next week is Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, or Māori language week! It is an opportunity for concentrated celebration, promotion, and encouragement of our language, Te Reo Māori.
Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori is becoming a major fixture on the national calendar and we will be celebrating it at Beckenham te Kura o Pūroto with our tamariki. We hope you will also join us in the celebrations!
The chosen theme for 2019 is again 'Kia Kaha te Reo Māori’. ‘Kia Kaha’ is well understood in New Zealand English with its meaning of ‘be strong’. We often talk about languages as if they are people – talking about language health, strength and revitalisation. So when we say ‘Kia Kaha te Reo Māori’ we’re saying  - ‘Let’s make the Māori language strong'.

What can we do?

• Encourage our children by asking what Te Reo Māori they have learned at school. Explore the language together.
• Use what you know. We can raise the status of our language just by using it.
• Keep improving your own language, and share what you know with your tamariki. Learn a little use a little! "

You might enjoy starting by downloading the free app "KUPU" to have fun with your tamariki (children) learning te reo kupu (words) for objects by taking a photograph and having the app identify the kupu (word)

Congratulations to our Year 3/4 Kōwhai Team

for all the learning that went into their Wearable Arts over the past few weeks, and culminated in their show last night for whānau. The children have had so much fun, learning and problem-solving together to create the wonderful pieces of art that were on show. A special thank you to the staff and parents who supported them with this important mahi (work).

Sandy Hastings
Principal - Tumuaki

Citizen of the Week

Ava Howard - Year 6

Ava, your love of learning shines from within, and sees you searching for challenges. You show focus and detail when completing your learning. You demonstrate kindness and tolerance to others, ensuring you are always surrounded by friends. You are always happy and willing to lend a helping hand. You are a fabulous role model in our hub Ava.

Grace Howard - Year 6

Grace, you have a bright and curious nature, and are always happy to take on any challenge issued to you. You are a self directed learner, and always show independence and initiative when undertaking learning. You have many talents and it is always a delight when you share these with us. You have a sophisticated sense of humour which sees you entertaining many. Tino pai Grace.

Te Paea Huntley - Year 6

Te Paea, you are an absolute joy to have in our team. You show 'We love learning' at all times by giving your best in all areas of school life. You are an incredibly kind and caring friend to others, and you show respect to others at all times. You offer to help when you see a need, which demonstrates initiative and the value 'We get there together'. Thank you for bringing a positive attitude and a beautiful smile to school each day.

School Notices

Whānau Rōpū Hui - Mon 16 Sept 5:30pm

School Strike 4 Climate - 3rd rally on Friday, 27 September

Junior Neighbourhood Support

Kia ora Whānau,

It is wonderful to have the contact with your lovely children when I come into the school. I am keen to give more awards out to the children who are doing great things in the community to help others, the environment or promote safety. Could you please have a think about the children you know from Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto and if you know they are doing some great things please nominate them for an award? They receive a certificate and goodie bag which are presented at school assemblies.
You can nominate them on line at www.nscanterbury.nz

Many thanks
Elissa Smith

Sensory Room

We are in the process of setting up a sensory / quiet work room and would like to know if anyone can help us please?
Does anyone have any of the following you would like to donate to school?
Room divider screen (s)
Material - large pieces or small - different textures.
An ipod that works.
Cook books
Art activity books
Any puzzles
Art resources eg, coloured or sparkly paper, foil, wool, buttons, zips, plastic or wooden trays.
Flower press.
Please bring these items to the office or contact Jacky at office@beckenham.school.nz, Ph: 3371404

What is PB4L?

PB4L Introduction Video
PB4L ‘Positive behaviour for learning’
PB4L School-wide is about teaching behaviour, just as we teach other subjects.
 
“ If a student does not know how to read, we teach
  If a student does not know how to swim, we teach
  If a student does not know how to multiply, we teach
  If a student does not know how to behave, we ......”

We have now introduced two PB4L (Positive Behaviour for Learning) lessons with our first one focusing on how ‘we move through doorways’. We have had great success with this and the children are starting to think more about how to go outside or inside without bumping into anyone and also thinking about opening doors for others. It has been wonderful to see. Of course, we will need to revisit this so that it stays fresh in the children’s minds. Just last week, we launched our second lesson which is focusing on how we look after our belongings and specifically, how we can keep our cubbies tidy and clean. We have been running a daily cubby competition to see which team has the tidiest cubbies and this is really lifting the game. Cubby tidiness has improved hugely! We will continue to focus on this over the next weeks as we want the children to take responsibility for showing that ‘We Care’ by looking after their things and consequently, our school environment.

As a staff, we are focusing on Active Supervision (duty) which involves being more interactive with the students when we are on duty and pointing out the good behaviours that we can see and thereby moving away from focusing on the undesirable behaviours. We want break times to be a positive and enjoyable experience for all. It is also a great way to get to know all the children too. We are also going to be looking at the ‘hotspots’ we have identified and targeting those areas where issues tend to arise so we can try to preempt anything occurring.

Dental Care during the School Holidays                                      

The Community Dental Service will be providing dental care for children enrolled with our service during the upcoming school holidays.  The clinics will offer treatment and relief of pain sessions by appointment only.   To make an appointment please contact our Call Centre which operates between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday throughout the year.

The following Dental Clinics will be open during these school holidays:

·         Woolston Clinic, 11 Hopkins Street, Woolston
·         Hillmorton Clinic, Hillmorton Hospital, Sylvan Street
·         Ashburton Clinic, 38 Elizabeth Street, Ashburton
·         Hornby Clinic, 2 Hei Hei Road, Hornby

The clinics will offer appointments between 8.45am and 3.00pm for school-age and preschool children requiring treatment.
If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance.

To book an appointment at one of our clinics please call 0800 846 983.
Or email commdental@cdhb.health.nz

Sports News

Winter Sport

We had a fantastic run at Weekly Winter Sport this season with only one day rained off. Through participation and belonging to a team, the children have been learning and practicing dedication, collaboration, sportsmanship and resilience in addition to technical sporting skill. We have received many positive comments about the good sportsmanship shown by our children while competing in winter sport, which makes us very proud. Wananae!

A huge thank you goes to all the parent coaches who dedicated many hours to the children’s training and supervision. We couldn’t offer this opportunity without your support.

Results
1st in D grade hockey - Beckenham JA (year ⅚)
1st in C grade netball - Beckenham KA (year ⅞)
2nd in A grade football - Beckenham DF (year ⅞)

Players of the day:
Bianka, Zoe, Bryar
Walter, Josh, Lauren.

Winter Tournament

Congratulations to the year 7/8 hockey team who competed in the Canterbury Winter Tournament last Thursday at Nunweek Park. You all held your own against strong competition.

Sunhats
Looking at the weather today you might wonder if the sun will shine again, but I'm sure sunny days are not that far away.  During term 4 it is compulsory for all students to wear a hat.  These are available for purchase from the school office, the PTA second hand uniform shop and from Mainland Uniforms at 189 Peterborough Street.  Caps are not an acceptable form of sun protection for wearing at school.  Please name your child's hat on the inside.

PTA News

Read-a-thon Collection Extended

Thanks to everyone who set themselves a reading challenge & read over the past two weeks.
It's now time to collect from your sponsors, drop the funds & your cards back into the Office this week. The last day for collection is now Friday 13th September.
Remember all those that return their cards gets a 'scented bookmark' from their teacher & goes into a lucky draw, to be drawn at the next Celebration Assembly.
Return your cards to be in to win- with or without sponsor's funds, we still want you to return your Read-a-thon cards back now.

Twilight Fair 2020 Planning Meeting

We would like to invite you to the first planning meeting for the Bi-annual Twilight Fair in March 2020. It will be held next Wednesday, 11th September at 7:30pm at 154 Fisher Ave- All welcome.

Back in 1969 Quiz: Saturday 14th September

So many amazing things happened "Back in 1969". Let's celebrate some of these 50-year milestones with a quiz.
The quiz will follow the usual format & one category will be focused on all things 1969.
Tickets are $20 each, max. of 6 per team. Supper provided, bar available & prizes galore.
This event is an adult-only event (R18). Doors open at 7pm.
Dress up is optional but sooooo encouraged!!! Prizes for the "Best Dressed".
Profits raised from this event will be used to purchase a Portable Outdoor Sound System.

We have received some wonderful donations- Check out the amazing 'Quiz Prize Pool'.  A huge thanks to all the businesses that have supported this Quiz. If you are able to donate a prize (i.e. vouchers, service, accommodation, etc..) please email the PTA now.  pta@beckenham.school.nz

The annual PTA Quiz always sells out. Book your Quiz Ticket now.

Have you tried Clubbercise yet?

Another fabulous session is scheduled for Wednesday 18th September at 7pm. Come and dance yourself happy to the best Club Anthems from the 90’s till now, get high on the vibes and dance like no one is watching.

The next session is filling up fast, secure your spot now.  Book Clubbercise

Come along sweat, glow & enjoy a Clubbercise Christchurch with Chloé at Beckenham session where neon & glitter get you fitter!!

Three Boys Brewery Tour: Sunday 22nd September, 2-4pm

Calling all Craft Beer Enthusiasts - Come along to the Three Boys Brewery Tour & take up the opportunity to see the inner workings of a locally owned and operated craft brewery. The tour includes tastings of four of their craft beers. You also get to take an etched glass home with you. After the tour, relax in the bar with a quiz, be in to win some prizes & munch on some nibbles. $50 per person. This tour is 75% full so best book now to avoid disappointment. Remember this event is an adult only event (R18). Book now Three Bots Brewery Tour

Beckenham Booty

Bookings are open now for the next ‘Booty’ on Sunday 29th September, 9-11am.
Book Beckenham Booty

The new rate of $20 per car boot space is sure to please. Come along & Re-cycle, Re-use and Re-wear at this cosy community event.

How to Raise a Champion: Balance is Better.

A presentation from Sport Canterbury in conjunction with Elmwood Normal School to debunk the myths of what some parents and coaches believe is the way to future sporting success for their child/children. We talk about the word ‘champion’. This does not have to mean you must be the winner or the best at something. To be a champion is to be the best version of yourself and this is the message we will be getting across throughout the evening.

We will hear from four guest speakers including Sharon Kearney, John Quinn, Jonelle Quane and Andrew Ellis who will share their personal experiences.
Come along for an informative and enjoyable evening!

When: Tuesday 17th September
Where: Sixty6 on Peterborough
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: $10
Book your tickets using the following link: How to Raise a Champion tickets

What Now TV

During 2019 we are broadcasting from around the country, show casing a different community each week.  After filming in Wellington & Auckland What Now is returning to Christchurch and I would like to invite your families to be part of the live audience!  All are invited (including adults) to come and experience live tv being made while being part of our awesome audience…& it’s FREE!!   As space is limited, we work on a ‘first in best dressed’ approach.

You are most welcome to include this link in your notices for your families to register online www.whatnow.tv/bonus/audience 

We look forward to joining your community!
Kind Regards

Suzanne Irvine
Audience Coordinator | What Now
whitebaitmedia.com

GIRLS CRICKET – ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING SPORTS

Parents – consider your daughter playing cricket this season in an all girls grade.
Its QUICK – finished by lunchtime Saturday.
Its FUN – they play in an all girls grade and everyone gets a chance to bat and bowl every game
NO EXPENSIVE GEAR NEEDED – the club supplies it all.
St Albans Cricket Club is located centrally at Hagley Park.
The season starts in October and we are now taking registrations for junior girls in years 4-8. For more information see : www.stalbanscricket.co.nz
If interested call/text Barry 027 535 6245 or email on barryvb@stalbanscricket.co.nz

Port Hills Athletics Club

Faster, higher, stronger?
Port Hills Athletics Club will help you get there!
Registration days: 15th September 4-5pm and 17th September 5-6pm
Hansen Park club rooms, Opawa.
Info: Amanda Landers : juniortrack@porthillsathletic.org.nz
Or message us your phone nr. on Facebook (Port Hills Athletics
Club) and we will get back to you!

The International Antarctic Centre School Holiday Programme

Bookings are now open for The International Antarctic Centre School Holiday Programmes. This year we are also adding a special Tech4Antarctica programme for those older students (9-13yrs)

 All bookings are on our website www.iceberg.co.nz - Events and Education

Starfish Swim School

Bookings for the October Holiday Programme are now open!

Week One: Monday 30 th Sept – Friday 4 th October
Email: info@starfishswimschool.co.nz
Or phone us at: 03 3381795
2 Nash Road, Aidanfield

Come swim in our intensive week to refresh your skills in time for summer!

Spring school holiday fun at The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora

Explore the rejuvenated Arts Centre these school holidays! The arts organisation has an exciting array of school holiday activities for children and families, many of which are FREE! Events include arts, crafts, dance, theatre, fudge-making, poetry workshops, scavenger hunts, busking opportunities at the famous Arts Centre Mākete (now on every Sunday again), and films at the newly-opened Lumière Cinemas.

Visit www.artscentre.org.nz to check out the jam-packed programme

Indonesia Cultural & Tourism Festival

Free Entry, Free Food , Gifts and door prizes.
Sat 7 September 9:30am - 2:00pm at The Grange Theatre, Middletong Grange School, 30 Acacia Avenue, Christchurch.