Principal's Patch
Kia ora koutou
Important Dates
Sat 14 Oct - Election Day, Voting Open in the School Hall Fri 20 Oct- Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the HallMon 23 Oct - School Closed, Labour DayWed 25 Oct - PTA Meeting, 7.30pmThu 26 Oct - School Athletics Day TBCFri 3 Nov - Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the HallFri 3 Nov - CHCH Schools Music Festival Beckenham Performance NightWed 8 Nov - BOT Meeting, 5.30pm, StaffroomFri 10 Nov - Zones Athletics, Hansen ParkThu 16 Nov - School Closed, Staff Only DayFri 17 Nov - School Closed, Canterbury Anniversary Day
Mon 20 Nov - Mon 27 Nov - Year 6 Beckenham Cycle Safe
Wed 22 Nov - PTA Meeting, 7.30pmFri 24 Nov - Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the Hall
Fri 24 Nov - PTA School Picnic, 5.00-7.30pm, Beckenham ParkFri 1 Dec - Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the HallThu 7 Dec - BOT Meeting, 5.30pm, StaffroomFri 8 Dec - Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the HallFri 15 Dec - Celebration Assembly, 10am, in the HallMon 18 Dec - Year 8 Graduation, 11am-12pmTue 19 Dec - Last Day of Term 4, School finishes at 12.30pm
Mon 20 Nov - Mon 27 Nov - Year 6 Beckenham Cycle Safe
Term Dates: Click here to view 2023 & 2024 term dates
Citizen of the Week
Emily Christensen - Year 4
Emily, you are a wonderful role model in our hub. You are always positive, caring and helpful. You put your best effort into learning and have outstanding self-management skills. Thank you for always demonstrating our school values in everything that you do. Well done, Emily!School Notices
The sun is out, and our tamariki have been enjoying our newly installed surfaces in the Junior Playground! Don't forget hats are required in Term 4. Please ensure your child's hat is clearly named.Earthquake Drill
If you are collecting your child early on Wednesday for any appointments etc. Please ensure they are signed in and out at the Office, as usual, to assist in the accuracy of our drill.
Staff Profiles
Please join us in welcoming one of our new Teaching Assistants who started with us this term."Kia ora. I’m Laura. I enjoy sewing and creating and love spending time with my two children and two dogs. I have a background in early childhood teaching and ballet teaching. I am looking forward to supporting the students at Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto."
PTA News
Thanks for all of your calendar orders - orders closed at midnight on Friday 13th October so we can get all the orders out in time for Christmas.Planning for our Community Picnic is coming together, we’re looking forward to seeing everyone on Friday 24th November.
BOT Update
Board Parent Mid-Term Election 2023 - 3 Vacancies
* Reena Brinner* Craig Hurford* Alex James* Daniel Toledo* John Richard Ussher* Darren Webster
Instruction on how you vote electronically will be distributed by email this Wednesday the 18th of October. For those without valid email addresses - you will be mailed voting papers for a paper vote.
Community Notices
Team Social began with two parents who saw a need for social opportunities for young adults with special needs in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Their first event is a disco, so if you love to dance, come along. Ticket price includes food and soft drinks.
The Team Social crew will be there to supervise, but you are welcome to bring your own support person if required. We look forward to seeing you there! Jo, Gavin and Aron Harris. 0274264660 The link for tickets is below.