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Kauri Whānau Update: Term 2, Week 7

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  • Student-Led Conferences reminder
  • Winter Sports Reminder
  • Senior Jacket Check
  • Hagley College enrolments
  • Cheese Rolls

Student-Led Conferences

Thank you to all the whānau who have signed up for conferences on Wednesday June 14th or Thursday  June 15th next week. Reports are available to view on HERO, and these conferences are an important opportunity to ask questions and find out more about progress and achievement.

Please remember that we will be closing early, at 2pm, on Wednesday and Thursday next week. Children who usually attend BOSCO will be able to be there from 2pm. 

If you have not yet completed both of the forms below, please make sure you do that today. Each family needs to fill out BOTH forms, please:

If you haven't already done this, please book a Learning Conference for each of your children by clicking on this link. (The code you might need is 8f6xx)

Then, please fill out this form, to let us know what you want to happen for your child at 2pm. We need this form filled out by EVERY family, please.

Winter Sports Reminder

Due to student-led conferences, Winter Sports will not be taking place on Thursday afternoon of Week 7. Competitive and non-competitive sports will resume in Week 8.

Senior Jacket Check

We have had a spate of Senior jackets going missing over the last couple of weeks. Can you please double-check that students have their correct jacket, and that it is clearly named.

Hagley College: Enrolments Closing Soon

Enrolment applications for Hagley College Year 9 2024 are closing soon, on Friday 23rd June at midday.

Their close-off date is firm and they will not be able to receive any new applications after this date. Please be aware that this closing date is a little earlier than for many of the other high schools.

If you are interested in applying but haven't put an application in yet, please go to https://www.hagley.school.nz/enrolment/year-9-enrolment/ and click the button to start a new enrolment application as soon as possible.

Any questions can be directed to Lisa Amer via lisa.amer@staff.hagley.school.nz

Cheese Rolls

Thank you to everyone who has been involved in our annual Cheese Roll fundraiser. Whether you pitched in directly on the day, or provided equipment, or even if you bought some of the delicious end product, we are incredibly appreciative of your support.

The students worked incredibly hard in shifts throughout the day on Wednesday, as evidenced by the photos below. A sepcial big thank you needs to go out to Nicky, who organised and led the effort.

If you have not received your cheese roll order yet, or if you didn't get part of your order, please get in touch with Nicky via email (nicky.dunlop@beckenham.school.nz). If you still have equipment at school to collect, please feel free to pop in before or after school to collect it, or send an email to your child's homegroup teacher and we will organise for your child to bring it home.




Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto School Newsletter, Friday 9 June

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Kia ora koutou

Understanding our School Vision

Whakarite ngā kete mō te haerenga!
Filling our kete for the journey
Back in 2015, around the time that the school was being rebuilt, we also went through a process of 'revisioning'. After considerable consultation, the current vision and values, as displayed above, were agreed on. The values are spoken about at school on a daily basis and are well understood by most of our students, and our community.

Today, I would like to talk a little more about our Vision - "Filling our kete for the journey" - "Whakarite ngā kete mō te haerenga!"

The vision links to our school's cultural narrative and our name - 'Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto' - 'Beckenham, the school of the ponds'. These ponds were, in pre-European times, a place of mahinga kai - food gathering and trading. Our vision talks to the metaphorical food baskets that we all carry on our journey through life, and the sharing and passing on of knowledge and skills that will be needed to fill these kete. 

The vision is designed to be inclusive and embracing - each of us, young and old, carry a food basket with us on our life's journey, and we take daily actions, through living our school values of Caring, Making a Difference, Loving Learning, Loving a Challenge and Getting There Together, to support and strengthen one another and ourselves by adding to the food baskets that we each carry. 

Final Reminder: Learning conferences next week...

Please remember that we will be closing early at 2pm on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th June (next week). 

Reports are now available to view on HERO, and these conferences will be an important opportunity to learn more about your child's learning progress and achievement.

The school will close at the earlier time of 2pm on both days. Children who are usually booked into BOSCO on those days will be able to attend from 2pm. We will provide supervision for children between 2-3pm IF NEEDED... 

If you have not yet completed both of the forms below, please make sure you do that today. Each family needs to fill out BOTH forms , please:
If you haven't already done this, please book a Learning Conference for each of your children by clicking on this link. (The code you might need is 8f6xx)
Then, please fill out this form, to let us know what you want to happen for your child at 2pm. We need this form filled out by EVERY family, please.

If your child is in Amber's homegroup, due to Amber being away, please note we have postponed your learning conferences and a new time will come out in Term 3.

If you need any assistance to book a conference, or if you have changed plans since filling out the supervision form, please contact Jacky in the office on 03 337 1404

Matariki Evening and Kapa Haka Performance - Wednesday 21st June 2022

We would like to invite you to our first Whānau Rōpū hui of 2022. Matariki is the start of the Māori new year and a time of reflection, connection and planning for the year ahead. We would like to celebrate with you and your whānau on the 21st of June from 5pm.

5:00 pm - Welcome & Performance in Māpuna, the Hall - Te Whānau Mahi Tahi

5:20 pm - Matariki activities begin in Hubs

6:10 pm - Matariki activities finish in Hubs

6:20 pm - Performance by Pōhutukawa and Kōwhai joint kapa haka rōpū in Māpuna, the Hall

6:45 pm - Hāngi (for those who have pre-ordered hāngi) in Māpuna, the Hall

Nau mai, haere mai.

Ngā mihi nui
Sandy Hastings 
Principal - Tumuaki

Important Dates

Wed 14 Jun - Learning Conferences - School Closes at 2pm
Thu 15 Jun - Learning Conferences - School Closes at 2pm
Fri 16 Jun - Celebration Assembly 10am, All welcome
Wed 21 Jun - Whānau Matariki Hui, followed by PTA Hāngi
Wed 28 Jun - PTA Mtg, 7:30pm Staffroom

Citizen of the Week

Ella Hamilton - Year 6

Ella, you are a shining example of a student who always shows all of our kete values. You are reliable and show integrity in all you do. You are a self-managing learner and a wonderful help to others, whether it be around the hub or with academic work. Tumeke, Ella.

School Notices

Lost Property

We are accumulating quite a collection of UN-NAMED uniform and non-uniform items in the lost property. When items are clearly named, we always return them back to the children they belong to. Un-named items end up in the lost property, which is displayed each day on the library verandah.


Suggestions for free Workshops from Mana Ake...?

Mana Ake supports children who are experiencing circumstances that impact on their wellbeing or mental health. The Mana Ake team works alongside schools, whānau and general practice when they have noticed a concern about a child’s wellbeing or mental health. 
Children can be referred to Mana Ake via their GP or their school. Whānau are able to access phone drop in service to provide guidance about next steps for their child. 
Mana Ake also offer free workshops to parents and whānau to support positive parenting and information around current issues, e.g. digital safety, anxiety, friendships.

Please take a moment to fill in this survey if you have suggestions for workshops that Mana Ake could offer that would support you in your parenting journey.

Staff Profiles

Steve Cooke joined Beckenham te Kura o Pūroto in 2019, and has been living with his family in Christchurch since 2017. Before that, he lived in Japan and taught English as a Foreign Language for many years. Steve has a love of language and culture and enjoys celebrating, teaching, and learning about these. He also loves a good 'dad-joke' and is always keen to share a laugh.

Gayle McNaughton joined Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in 2015 and has taught at various year levels. Currently, she is enjoying teaching in the year 5/6 hub. Gayle’s favourite part of her job at Beckenham is the variety that each day brings. She enjoys helping students to experience challenging, rewarding, and fun learning experiences. Gayle enjoys working as part of a team that encourages our children to think critically and creatively. In her spare time, she likes spending time with her family and friends in the great outdoors, enjoying mountain biking, swimming, camping, and walking, as well as snuggling up with a good book.

Rae Marsh joined the Pōhutukawa team at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in 2019. Her previous lives in architectural draughting and teaching gave Rae a love of technology. She is passionate about sharing teaching and learning in a way that incorporates technology to excite and motivate students. 

Megan Culver joined Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in 2019 working in the Year 7/8 hub for 4 years. She now teaches with the Year 5/6 team. She arrived in New Zealand, with some of her family, almost 12 years ago and has enjoyed every minute!

Georgie Jones has taught in a variety of different schools both in New Zealand and in England.  She enjoys working with children to develop their strengths, knowledge and confidence.  When not at school Georgie loves spending time with family and friends and enjoying adventures and time in the outdoors.  

Steve Cooke, Gayle McNaughton, Rae Marsh, Megan Culver, Georgie Jones

PTA News

Have you ordered your Hāngī yet?

Only 40 portions still available to order...
This link has the form to order and payment details: https://forms.gle/T2vnwwDcYxLFpzBBA


PTA DISCO Update!!!



We are pleased to announce a new date for the school disco - Friday 4th August!
The PTA needs a band of helpers to make sure that the discos are a success. We run four back-to-back discos starting at 2pm and going through until 7:30pm. Each Disco needs 6 parent helpers to be able to operate security and health and safety, safely and successfully.

New Entrants and Year 1-2, will have their disco from 2.00-2.45. 
Year 3/4 4.00-4.45 
 Years 5/6 5.10-6.10 
 Years 7/8 6.30-7.30

To put your hand up to help at one or more of the discos, please email pta@beckenham.school.nz, or phone Jason Orchard (PTA Chair) on 027 4444 888

Community Notices

(Notices placed here are contingent on space and do not reflect the views or opinions of the school.)

School for Young Writers - June Holiday Programme

We have expanded our Winter School programme for the July holidays with options for young writers from age 9-17.
In addition to our great workshop offerings we have included four targeted and fully funded classes. Check out the options below and please share with your young writers and whānau.
Bookings are now open and some classes are filling fast. ON OUR WEBSITE

FINDING PEACE IN A FRANTIC WORLD

8 WEEK MINDFULNESS PROGRAMME
Who is this course for?

This course suits a wide range of people including educators, caregivers and parents. It is suitable for beginners and for those who already have a mindfulness practice and want to dive in deeper. The course is adapted from Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) and is designed for those with busy lives and limited time. 

COURSE FORMAT AND RESOURCES
8 Weeks in person or live online training (1.5 Hours per week)
Home practice (between 10 minutes to 30 minutes per day - whatever you can manage is ok!)
Free guided practices

WHEN/WHERE
In-person at Rāwhiti School, New Brighton, or live online
4.30pm to 6pm, Mondays from 24th July to 11th September.

For more information, follow this link: https://www.mindfuli.org.nz/mindfuli-for-educators 

CodeCamp July School Holidays

CodeCamp allows children from the ages of 7-12 to develop 21st century skills in a fun and action packed environment. 


Develop confidence & initiative through design, creativity, solving problems, presenting & collaboration. Create games, apps. 
Waimari School: 3rd - 6th  & 10th - 13th July
Book Now at https://codecamp.co.nz  
EarlyBird Save15%
Siblings Save 6%

Looking for a summer sport? Want to try something new? Do you like being part of a team?

Then look no further and try Marching! We have teams all around Christchurch and may even train right here at your school. We cater for all ages from 4yrs to 50yrs. If you are looking for a bit of fun, want to find friends and travel NZ then message us now.


Find us on facebook  "Marching Canterbury" or email your interest at publicitymarchingcanterbury@gmail.com"

July School Holiday Programmes

Kelly Sports will once again be providing our Active and Fun Sports based Holiday Programmes across Christchurch this July. All of our Sports based programmes are active, keeping your children busy through a variety of fun games and activities.


As an Oscar accredited programme, families that are eligible can apply for Work and Income Childcare Subsidies and we also offer a 10% Sibling Discount (see online for these discount codes).

For more information please visit www.kellysports.co.nz to check out your nearest venue. 

Kōwhai News Term 2 Week 7

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It has been another busy fortnight in the Kōwhai hub. Enjoy reading about our learning and adventures. 

Keeping Well 

Thank you so much to all whānau for making sure we keep our hubs as healthy as possible by keeping tamariki with coughs, colds and other symptoms of illness at home. 

Please do send your child to school with a named jumper every day, as the cooler air during playtimes can get suddenly chilly! Jackets on wet days are also a priority, and gumboots are always welcome (with shoes for wearing in class). Thanks, everyone!

Learning Conferences 

We are excited about meeting with you next week! Please remember that school closes at 2pm on both Wed 14th and Thurs 15th June. 

  • If you haven't yet booked a learning conference, you can still book here (code: 8f6xx). 
  • Please also fill out this form regarding care of your child from 2-3pm on these days. This form needs to be filled out by EVERY family.
  • We also encourage you to spend time looking at your child's report with them on HERO.

Maths 

Currently, our maths learning is focused on multiplication and division. We have been enjoying a mix of: 

  • Small group explicit learning with a teacher 
  • Problem solving, solving problems like: In the cross country, 9 minions ran two laps each. How many laps did the minions run altogether? 
  • Targeted maths worksheets, such as multiplying by skip counting, e.g., 3 x 2 = 2+2+2
  • Maths games with a group 
  • Finding arrays outside and in the classroom and drawing our own 
  • Maths games online
You can help us at home by practising the 2, 5 and 10 multiplication and division facts with your child. If they know these already, you can work on any of the other multiplication and division facts. Practise, practise, practise!

Wellbeing 

Support your child's emotional awareness by listening to this story.

As well as our weekly PB4L focus (e.g., on kindness, friendship, upstanding etc.), we have wellbeing sessions each Friday, focusing on different topics that the teachers see the children might need support with. Recently, we have looked at emotions. We have...

  • identified and named emotions 
  • talked about how these feel in our body (e.g., when I am nervous, I get butterflies in my tummy)
  • shared what causes us to feel these emotions
  • played fun emotions games
  • and also learnt some strategies for dealing with anger, sadness and frustration, such as talking to an adult or having some quiet time.

Waka & Migration Learning

We're really enjoying learning more about early migration to Aotearoa. We have especially loved learning about the different waka that different groups of people created to make the long voyage over from their homelands. You can explore some of these waka in 3D here and also learn about the traditional Ngāi Tahu way of building Mōkihi to travel local rivers.

Writing

Many children have been writing explanations over the last few weeks, and working on publishing and illustrating their work. Here are just some of their masterpieces:






Discovery

Tamariki are loving lego challenges (thanks, Anna R, for creating these each week), programming challenges (thanks, Nick) and Rowe's wonderful art inspirations. This week, Rowe has shown us how to make 3D paper sculptures! The teachers have noticed how great we are at working together and teaching each other new skills.






















Have a great weekend!

Ngā mihi, 

The Kōwhai Team

Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto School Newsletter Friday 2 June, 2023

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Kia ora koutou

Thank you all for your support of our teachers on Wednesday this week, so that they could attend their union meeting. We do appreciate that this was a very late notice request, and would have been quite tricky for some of you to organise with work commitments. Our teachers will be voting on their new offer in the next few days, and we will keep you updated as to the outcome.

Reports are now live on HERO

Mid-year reports are now available through the Hero portal. The mid-year report reflects aspects of your child's learning so far this year and their next steps in Reading, Writing and Maths. 
 
Please take the time to sit with your child and share their report with them, celebrating their learning and reflecting on their next steps.
 
To find your child's report open Hero, click on their name and then click '2023 report'. 


There is a document attached to the report that you can click through to get a broad understanding of how our reporting works.



If you need any help accessing the report through Hero please contact your child's Home Group teacher or come into the office for assistance.

A reminder that Learning Conferences will provide an opportunity for you, your child and the teacher to talk about your child's learning and other aspects of school relevant to your child.

Learning Conferences

These are coming up in Week 8 of the term, on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th June. 

Reports go live on HERO today, and these conferences will be an important opportunity to learn more about your child's learning progress and achievement.

The school will close at the earlier time of 2pm on both days. Children who are usually booked into BOSCO on those days will be able to attend from 2pm. We will provide supervision for children between 2-3pm IF NEEDED... 

Each family needs to fill out BOTH forms below, please:
First, if you haven't already done this, please book a Learning Conference for each of your children by clicking on this link. (The code you might need is 8f6xx)
Then, please fill out this form, to let us know what you want to happen for your child at 2pm. We need this form filled out by EVERY family, please.

If you need any assistance to book a conference, please contact Jacky in the office on 03 337 1404

Ngā mihi nui
Sandy Hastings
Tumuaki

Important Dates

Mon 5 Jun - School Closed - Kings Birthday Weekend Public Holiday
Thu 8 Jun - Cashmere High Open Day 12noon - 4pm
Wed 14 Jun - Learning Conferences - School Closes at 2pm
Thu 15 Jun - Learning Conferences - School Closes at 2pm
Fri 16 Jun - Celebration Assembly 10am, All welcome
Wed 21 Jun - Whānau Matariki Hui, followed by PTA Hāngi
Wed 28 Jun - PTA Mtg, 7:30pm Staffroom

Citizen of the Week

Harriet Scott - Year 4

Harriet, you are a superstar in our team. You are extremely positive, kind, caring and thoughtful. You are a highly motivated learner and have outstanding self-management skills. Thank you for always demonstrating our school values in all that you do. Well done, Harriet!

School Notices

Dogs at school

Please would you remember that dogs should not be brought onto the school site between 8:30am and 3:15pm without prior arrangement. We are noticing a number of dogs in the school grounds at drop-off and pick-up time, and this is causing some anxiety for some of our tamariki and whānau. Thank you all for supporting us in this.

Cashmere High School Open Afternoon - Thu 8th June from 1pm

Usually Cashmere High hold their Open time after school hours, in the evening. Due to the threat of industrial action this year, they have made the call to hold their Open day during the school afternoon.
We understand that many of our Year 7/8 students will want to attend this, and therefore, we have requested a 'bye' in the Winter Sport round for that afternoon.

If you want to take your child to the Open afternoon, please make sure that you come into school and sign them out. If they are attending with someone else's parent, please let the office know in advance. We will NOT be allowing children to leave school unless their primary caregiver is signing them out, or we have been advised who is taking them and they are here to sign them out. Thanks for your support!

Scholastic Book Club

The latest issue (Edition 4)of the Scholastic Book Club is now online. You can use this link to order. Orders close Friday 7 July.



Upcoming Road Works



Student Council News

40 Hour Challenge - World Vision



It's simple: every child deserves clean water.

We are signed up as a school to support the World Vision 40 Hour Challenge 2023 to help raise money that will go towards ensuring every child in the world has access to clean drinking water.

Children from Year 5-8 can join up - either by coming to the Kauri hub and asking for a challenge booklet, or by clicking this link, and signing up through the website. When you get asked to 'Find your team' start typing in 'Beckenham' and our school Team will come up.

Our goal is to raise as much as we can to support this awesome cause.

If you have any questions, please email Bridie bridie.zarifeh@beckenham.school.nz

Fun Run - So much Run and so much Fun!!!

Today at midday we had over 100 students and their whānau participate in a Student Council-organised Fun Run to raise money for Trees for Canterbury.
Trees for Canterbury are a local charity who have been operating for 33 years, focussing on supplying community groups and organisations with the native trees they need, primarily using volunteer labour.
Our school has been the recipient of many trees over the past and it was a lot of fun to be able to give back to this important local organisation.
We will let you know how much money was raised once all the funds have been brought into school next week.
If you are collecting sponsorship funds, please try and have these all back to the office by next Friday 9th June.

Staff Profiles

Anna Reid (Team Leader, Anna McNeill, Nick Bruce
Rowena Barker, Charlotte Verity, Kathryn Moore, Megan Harris

Anna Reid started working at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto over 10 years ago, starting out teaching a New Entrants class. Since then she has been teaching in Kahikatea, Kōwhai and Pōhutukawa at various different times and last year, she took on the role of Team Lead in Kōwhai. Anna loves getting to know all the children and having lots of fun along the way. She is passionate about learning about other cultures and their languages and speaks Danish herself. In her spare time, Anna enjoys reading and walking in the hills.

Anna McNeill began teaching at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in 2022 in the Pōhutukawa hub and is now based in the Kōwhai hub. Anna has enjoyed being a part of the wonderful community that is Beckenham Te Kura and supporting her students as they grow to become curious, confident learners. 

Nick Bruce has been at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto for over a decade. He has taught in the Kōwhai, Pōhutukawa and Kauri teams. Nick is especially passionate about integrating digital technologies into learning programmes. Nick is also the director of a company specialising in the development of educational software.

Rowe Barker returned to teaching at BTKP in 2002 after spending time at home raising her children. She is passionate about fostering a love of learning and has a particular interest in the teaching of reading. As well as being a classroom teacher Rowe trained as a Recovery teacher. She has taught in the Koru and Kowhai teams.
In her spare time, Rowe likes biking, table tennis and spending time with her family and friends.

Charlotte Verity has been teaching at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto for ten years. Before that, she taught and lived in Melbourne and London for many years. When she isn't at work, you will find her in her garden, at the pool or on her bike. She also loves learning and has done lots of further study, including a science course this year. 

Kathryn Moore joined the Kōwhai team at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in Term 2 of 2023, teaching literacy and maths four mornings a week. She is passionate about reading, and sharing great books with children is one of her favourite things to do. When not at work, Kathryn is often found walking, reading, knitting, gardening, or having coffee and a chat with her family and friends. 

Megan Harris returned to Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto in 2022 in a relieving capacity, having spent the last six years teaching in Dunedin. As a trained Drama teacher, she is passionate about facilitating individual creativity and expression in every child. In her spare time, she loves reading, going to the theatre and caring for her menagerie of animals.

Sports News

Winter Sport

Winter sport began last Thursday for our Year 5-8 students! We have 130 students who have chosen to play competitively this year and who have joined either a Hockey, Netball or Football team.
Those students who have decided to opt for a non-competitive option participated in either a Korfball, Badminton, Table Tennis, Dance or Chess back at Kura.
The tamariki looked great in their sports' uniforms as they set off with their coaches to various local schools/grounds.
We are proud of the way everyone represented our school and all of the feedback received has been positive.

South Zone Cross Country

Last week on Tuesday 23rd May, Gayle and Sarah took 47 students to the South Zone Cross Country race at Hansen's Park. It was a beautiful day, which was matched by our student's attitudes and amazing effort they put into their races. We were so proud of all of them.



Congratulations to the following who have made it through to the next round. The Canterbury's are
to be held at Nga Puna Wai on Wednesday 21st June.
Ben Stoney
Laura Stoney
Lily Miller
Bianca Ashworth
Harriet Parawa
Isabella Guise
Jack Sayer
Rowan Cameron
Finn Breitmeyer (reserve)
Zoe Colville 
Ella Coleman

PTA News

Matariki Hāngī



As part of the the upcoming Matariki Hāngi, Whānau Hui on the 21 June 2023, the PTA are going to be doing Hangi for our Whānau,  numbers will be limited to 80, so order quickly, so as not  miss out !

The hāngī will be cooked in individual trays in the same kai cooker and will be ready for pick up at 6.30pm from the hall kitchen on that night. The trays are $16 each - Please deposit money into the PTA account. Thank you!

Use the following link to order your hangi. Here you will also find the account details for payment.

Congratulations to...

Mirren and Coleman Leitch who travelled up to Blenheim last weekend for the Marlborough Championships for Brazilian Jiu jitsu in which they competed in and both won gold for the first time. 


They have both been training 4-5 times a week for the past wee while as well as doing other activities and cross country at school. 
It was Mirren's very first competition and for her to win her weight and belt division really was incredible. They are heading to the Gold Coast Australia in November for her 2nd comp and Coleman's 3rd which is very exciting.  

Community Notices

(Notices placed here are contingent on space and do not reflect the views or opinions of the school.)

Carpenter needed

Waltham School are looking for a carpenter/builder to construct a large rectangular built-up sandpit for our fenced junior area. If anyone had any contacts for quotes, it would be greatly appreciated. Finding someone is providing a bit of a challenge. We are hoping to get one that has built-up sides so the tamariki or teachers can sit around the edge as well.
Please contact Tim Evers, Principal - principal@waltham.school.nz


"Write Like an Author" and "Draw Like an Artist" are school holiday programs for young writers and illustrators.

They will be held during the school holidays, starting on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 and running until Thursday, July 13, 2023 at St Andrew's College.

There will be a three day camp for children aged 9 to 14 and a one day workshop for children aged 7 to 10.

Young writers will learn:
* How to come up with story ideas
* How to plan and outline a story
* How to come up with interesting, sympathetic characters
* The writing process, how to put it all down on paper

Young artists will learn:
* How to draw a cool character
* Different media and techniques
* How to create storyboards
* How to create a multi layered artwork

Plus they'll make new friends and have heaps of fun!

The location of the camp is:
St Andrew's College
347 Papanui Road, Bryndwr, Christchurch

Young writers (or their parents) can register here: http://www.writelikeanauthor.com/CampListing.asp?wc_id=409

Young illustrators (or their parents) can register here: http://www.drawlikeanartist.com/CampListing.asp?wc_id=415

If you'd like more details about the camp please email me and I will be happy to answer any questions or send you some further information.
Regards
Brian Falkner
Coordinator

Kauri Whānau Update: Term 2, Weeks 5 & 6

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  • Cashmere High Open Afternoon
  • Winter Sports
  • Learning Conferences
  • Te Whanau Mahitahi performance
  • Technology

Cashmere High School Open Afternoon

Usually Cashmere High hold their Open time after school hours, in the evening. Due to the threat of industrial action this year, they have made the call to hold their Open Day during the school afternoon on Thursday June 8th.

We understand that many of our Year 7/8 students will want to attend this, and therefore, we have requested a 'bye' in the Winter Sport round for that afternoon.

If you want to take your child to the Open afternoon, please make sure that you come into school and sign them out. If they are attending with someone else's parent, please let the office know in advance. We will NOT be allowing children to leave school unless their primary caregiver is signing them out, or we have been advised who is taking them and they are here to sign them out. Thanks for your support!


Winter Sports

Winter sports has been going for two weeks now, and all teams have been outstanding in demonstrating our school values and getting a few wins along the way too! Please remember that there is no Winter Sport next week due to Cashmere High Open Afternoon, and in Week 8 because of Learning Conferences.


Learning Conferences 14 & 15 June

These are coming up in Week 8 of the term, on Wednesday 14th and Thursday 15th June. 

Reports are live on Hero, and these conferences will be an important opportunity to learn more about your child's learning progress and achievement.

The school will close at the earlier time of 2pm on both days. Children who are usually booked into BOSCO on those days will be able to attend from 2pm. We will provide supervision for children between 2-3pm IF NEEDED... 

Each family needs to fill out BOTH forms below, please:
First, please book a Learning Conference for each of your children by clicking on this link.
Then, please fill out this form, to let us know what you want to happen for your child at 2pm. We need this form filled out by EVERY family, please.

Missing Senior Jacket

A brand new senior jacket (size large) has gone missing.  Please check if you child is bringing the correct jacket home. This was recently purchased and has no badges or leadership awards on it. If found could you please return to the school office.


Te Whānau Mahitahi Performance

Our Year 7 & 8 Kapa Haka group, Te Whānau Mahitahi, performed on Sunday afternoon as part of a performance by the Garden City Orchestra. By all accounts, the children were outstanding at representing themselves and our school. Kia ora Whaea Cath for all you to to make this group so outstanding, and thanks as well to all the parents for their support leading up to and on the day.



Technology photos

Some photos from our Year 7 group learning about Fabrics Technology at Christchurch South.