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Rosemary Vivien Principal • Edendale Primary School, 419 Sandringham Road, Sandringham, Auckland 1025
Telephone: 09 846 6340 • Facsimile: 09 846 3997 • Email: office@edendale.school.nz • Website: http://www.edendale.school.nz/
Edendale News 11 August 2011
Next issue: 25 August 2011
THE EDENDALE EXPERIENCE: THINKING, LEARNING, CREATING
Principal’s Message Kia ora, Kia orana, Namaste, Talofa lava, Malo e lelei,
Ni hao ma, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Asalam alikum!
Welcome Back to School!
We do hope that you all had an enjoyable term break.
We are very pleased to welcome Stephen Ramdhanie
as the teacher for Room 29 for the rest of 2011 and to
welcome back Moira Blair Team Leader Year Three
and Annette Herbert Team Leader Year Four.
Welcome also to our nineteen new students who have
enrolled at Edendale. We hope that you all enjoy being a
part of our Edendale School family.
We have advertised for a new teacher due to roll growth
in the Year 0-1 team and hope to open a further class
around the middle of this term.
ICAS Competition Results
Computer
Well done to all students who chose to enter these
international competitions.
Sixteen Year Five and fifteen Year Six students sat the
examination in May. We received the results during the
school term break.
High Distinction = 1 Distinction = 3 Credit = 7
Participation = 20
Edendale’s average score for Year 5 was 21.3/30
(NZ average 21.4) and for Year 6 - 20.7 ( NZ average 22)
Congratulations to Zoe in Room 25 for her High Distinction
(99th percentile NZ) result and to Stella in Room 29 for
her Distinction; two other Yr.5 students missed a distinc-
tion award by one point!
Congratulations to Dominic (Room 23) and Nadine
(Room 29) in Yr.6 for achieving Distinction.
Areas tested were: General Skills, Word Processing,
Graphics and Multimedia, Internet and Email, Databases
and Spreadsheets.
Science
Four Year Four, fourteen Year Five and eleven Year Six
students sat the examination. We have not yet received
the certificates but the results are available on-line.
Distinction = 2 Credit = 9 Participation = 18
Congratulations to Katie (Room 29) and Yichao (Room 27)
for being awarded Distinction.
Edendale’s average scores were as follows (compared with
the NZ average)
Year Four 16.5 (NZ 19.2)
Year Five 18.4 (NZ 18.6)
Year Six 25.6 (NZ 26.5)
Areas tested were: Observing/measuring, Interpreting,
Predicting/Concluding, Investigating, Reasoning/Problem-
solving.
A number of Edendale students sat the English competi-
tion last Tuesday. We have also participated in the Writing
and Spelling competitions this year.
ERO Report
We have just this week received the confirmed copy of
our ERO Report; it took longer this time as there were a
number of factual errors within it along with a few
grammatical errors which needed correction. We will
upload a link to our report once it is on the ERO
website. Meanwhile a copy will be available in the school
office for families to look at, at school.
PTO for further information from Rosemary!
E D E N D A L E S T U D E N T C O D E
I am an Edendale student. Therefore, I show respect to everyone; I am kind to others; I behave in a sen-
sible way. I take care of my school, my belongings and the environment. I am honest and reliable; I am
responsible for my actions. I have fun with my learning; I participate at school and try my very best!
Rosemary Vivien Principal • Edendale Primary School, 419 Sandringham Road, Sandringham, Auckland 1025
Telephone: 09 846 6340 • Facsimile: 09 846 3997 • Email: office@edendale.school.nz • Website: http://www.edendale.school.nz/
School Information
Our Playground After School Hours
Increasing numbers of students are seen on our playground area after school. It
is fine for them to have a short play after school, while parents are catching up
with each other as long as you (the parents) are closely supervising your own
children. We do not provide after-hours supervision on the adventure play-
grounds. Please ensure that you are close by your child/children as they play.
Please do not send your child to play while you are in another area of the
school.
A reminder that wheels such as bikes and scooters are to be wheeled while on
the school premises; students should not be riding around on these. If they are
brought to school, safety equipment must be worn.
Unsupervised students are not allowed to play after school, they are expected to
go straight home.
Thank you for your support with this. We do appreciate it!
Review of the Ministry of Education (link: control click)
The Performance Improvement Framework (PIF) review of the Ministry of
Education has been posted today (State Services Commission website).
This is a comprehensive review and includes positive information about New
Zealand’s education system, quote: ‘which is so highly regarded throughout the
world...’ confirming what most of us do know about our education in NZ. The
report goes on to say that...quote: ‘We can be justifiably proud of our world
leading education system and the students within it who are consistently ranked
among the top performing students internationally.’
‘We’ in the sentence above pertains to Ministry of Education staff who state that
their own leadership, staff and work with teachers and parents has played a
direct part in the successes of our NZ students.
I would like to acknowledge here, our own staff, students, Board, PTA and wider
community for the tremendous work you all do in supporting our students with
their learning at school; we have a great partnership and work very hard
together towards continuous improvement for our students. We can be
justifiably proud of our achievements!
It was good to see that one of the areas the Ministry has tagged for
improvement is property; we are now seeking a ministerial review of the process
regarding the non-repayment to date of funds due to the school, prior to
considering further action.
After-School Hours Care: School’s Out
I received a complaint from a neighbour last week regarding the behaviour of
some of our children while they were waiting to be picked up by the ‘Schools
Out’ van.
I subsequently went down to the back gate on a few occasions to observe. I
have now spoken with the worker who waits with them and the centre manager
to let them know that we expect our children to be carefully managed while they
wait. I also asked that our children be picked up promptly after 3:00pm as they
were not picked up until almost 3:30pm (which I understand has happened on a
number of occasions). As there was not enough room in the van to accommo-
date all children some then had to walk with the supervisor to the centre.
Children have not been too happy about waiting and then having to walk. I was
pleased to hear that on Tuesday this week, the driver returned to pick up the
remaining children. If you have any concerns about your child’s care please
contact the centre directly and make your concerns known to them.
Well done Netballers!
Congratulations to our ‘A’ Netball
Team who are the proud winners of
the Eden/Albert Interschool Netball
Competition. They played Balmoral in
the grand final and won 4-3!
Congratulations also to our ‘B’ Team
who were placed fourth in the
competition. Both teams performed
extremely well and the sportsmanship
was excellent - we’re very proud of
you all! Thank you to all the parents
that came along to support the girls,
it was a great day. Rosemary Vivien
Edendale Playground
GOOD Behaviour Tickets
Name Awarded for:
Meliame - R1 Keeping our grounds clean
Sakina - R7 Helping others
Daniel - R27 Keeping our grounds clean
Tara - R2 Playing nicely with others
Angus - R23 Playing nicely with others
Finn - R11 Great playground behaviour
Gus - R16 Great playground behaviour
Heather - R21 Keeping our grounds clean
Amber - R18 Great playground behaviour
Anahera - R7 Great playground behaviour
Joshua - R12 Being thoughtful
Kritesh - R7 Keeping our grounds clean
Mustafa - R29 Playing nicely with others
Aden - R2 Great playground behaviour
Rosemary Vivien Principal • Edendale Primary School, 419 Sandringham Road, Sandringham, Auckland 1025
Telephone: 09 846 6340 • Facsimile: 09 846 3997 • Email: office@edendale.school.nz • Website: http://www.edendale.school.nz/
Continued… School Information
Message from our Community Constable
Welcome back everyone! It’s Term 3 already and the Rugby World Cup is fast approaching.
In an earlier newsletter I asked parents and caregivers to take that extra second and set a good example around the
school for both their children and those around.
I am disappointed to have received a number of complaints recently about drivers and pedestrians regarding parking,
driving, and the behaviour of some pedestrians before and after school. This includes blocking driveways, using the
KiNZ car park, not giving way to pedestrians who are using the footpath and arguments between parents/caregivers.
If this is happening I expect it will stop immediately and that the adults concerned will set a better example for all the
students.
However if these issues continue, then I am more than happy to assist the school in its efforts to create a safe
environment for its students. For the traffic complaints I will involve the local traffic unit who will target the immediate
area and issue tickets on the spot.
Some examples of 'tickets' that may be issued are: blocking driveways $60, stopping on broken yellow lines $60,
expired registrations and WOFs $200 each, and anyone not wearing a seatbelt $150. You are responsible for your own
actions, or lack thereof. This may cause delays to your journey time as a result of vehicle checks, so your co-operation
now can help avoid this.
Last term I had the pleasure of spending two weeks in the school with a colleague, assisting the staff present the
'Keeping Ourselves Safe' programme. I was most impressed with the students as a whole and how well they took the
programme in. I look forward to working with the school in the near future with more programmes.
I would also like to thank the Crossing Monitors for turning up each day and doing a great job this year. You can be
proud of your efforts and I know the 8 new additions will continue this great work done so far.
Keep safe everyone, Constable Peter, Youth Education Services.
Art @ Edendale Exhibition OPENING NIGHT
Be first to see artwork by Edendale students Year 1 - Year 6
Tuesday 20th September 2011, 6pm-8pm, Edendale Primary School Hall
SILENT AUCTION
Edendale Fundraiser 2011
Your only opportunity to bid for work donated by contemporary NZ artists, designers & photographers
* Light refreshments served * Pre-order now for $15 as strictly no door sales
* Door prizes * Price includes catalogue featuring contemporary NZ artists’ work
* Limited tickets available * Reserves apply for silent auction
Please Note: We are unable to cater for children at this event.
The Art-a-thon is our major school fundraising event for 2011. We wish to raise money to purchase further
equipment in the areas of Visual Art, the ‘Food for Thought’ programme and Literacy. Our aim is to match the
amount raised in 2010. Students were tested yesterday and now comes the task of collecting sponsorship money.
This needs to be in to teachers by Week 6 (5-9 September).
Thank you for your support with this major fundraiser this year. Our students are looking forward to showing you
some of the amazing artwork they have completed this year.
Jackie Procter (Deputy Principal Y1-3) & Kusam Fausett (Artist in Residence)
Rosemary Vivien Principal • Edendale Primary School, 419 Sandringham Road, Sandringham, Auckland 1025
Telephone: 09 846 6340 • Facsimile: 09 846 3997 • Email: office@edendale.school.nz • Website: http://www.edendale.school.nz/
See our website for info on upcoming events, BOT news and more! www.edendale.school.nz
PTA News
Board of Trustees
Next meeting will be held in the Meeting Room
Tuesday 27th September at 7:15pm
All welcome to attend
Edendale PTA Next meeting will be held in the Meeting Room
Thursday 18th August at 7:00pm
All welcome to attend
We need your help. The PTA is run by a wonderful bunch of Edendale parents who aim to generate additional funds to enhance our children’s experience at this school. We meet the third Thursday of every month in the school meeting room (next to the office) to brainstorm ideas and plan fundraisers. It would be great to have some new members join our team. We’d love to see you at the next meeting on Thursday 18 August at 7.00pm.
Tom Cooper - Chairperson
Class Photos
Payment for Photolife class
photos are now overdue.
Please return payment or the
photo in pristine condition to
the school office if you have
not already done so.
Thank you.
IRON BRION IS COMING TO SCHOOL!
The Iron Brion BBQ Roadshow is a fun, interactive show, teaching
primary school children about the four basic food groups and the
importance of eating a well-balanced diet.
The show takes 45 minutes, at the end of which all children will be
served a healthy Heart Tick approved beef & salad/vege burger.
Iron Brion was developed by Beef+Lamb NZ because young New
Zealand children have surprisingly high rates of iron deficiency.
Iron deficiency can have a detrimental impact on concentration
and energy levels, which can hamper children’s learning at a
critical age.
Iron Brion is visiting us Wednesday 31st August for
three shows: 9:30am for Years 1&2, 11:30am for
Years 3&4 and 1:30pm for Years 5&6.
We will need the assistance of 6-8 parent helpers
per show. If you are able to help, please see
Mr Wilson in Room 24 or email
zwilson@edendale.school.nz.
Blockhouse Bay Intermediate—Open Day
For those considering our school as a possible intermediate for 2012, we are holding an Open Day for Year 6 students and their parents on Monday 22 August, 9:20am—11:45am. Parents are welcome to drop off and pick up their children or stay for the visit.
Address: Bolton Street, Blockhouse Bay - Phone: 09 626 6414
Boys Class 2012
There will be a meeting in the staffroom on Tuesday 30 August 6:00pm for parents of Year 4 & 5 boys who are interested in having their son in an all boys class in 2012. Any queries, please email Mr Wilson on zwilson@edendale.school.nz.
New Item — Big News!
Butter Chicken Wednesdays
Starting September
A New Flag for
New Zealand?
I think that we
should keep our New
Zealand flag because
I just like the New
Zealand flag.
Australia has kind of
got the same stuff on
their flag. I think
that is good because
we are quite close to
each other.
Do not change it be-
cause I like it! If you
get mixed up look in
a flag book!
Christopher
Change the Flag!
I think we should
change the New
Zealand flag because
some people get con-
fused with the New
Zealand flag and the
Australian flag.
Sometimes you might
vote for the wrong
team. Some people
might even think you’re
Australian. It’s not
unique. Also it doesn’t
symbolise New
Zealand. It should
symbolise Maori people
because they were first
ones to come to New
Zealand.
Do you want everyone
to think you come from
Australia? Of course
not! Then change the
New Zealand flag!
Kaifa
Last term the Koru Team learned about
flags. We looked at flags around the world and compared them to our New Zealand
flag. Some of us thought the New Zealand flag should be changed and others thought it
should stay the same.