Kia orana, What a fantastic result achieved by our students at Totara Springs Sports Camp last week, I was privilege to attend and stay on Thursday evening and the children all played very well. Thank you to the parents who supported Whaea Olivia and our students over the week but a special thank you to Glenn for attending the whole week and Petrina for two nights. Measles As you may all be aware in the news over the weekend in regards to the measles outbreak which is a concern. This is a reminder to everyone to check that they and their children are fully immunised against measles. What is measles? Measles is a highly infectious viral disease that can be serious. It is spread from person to person through the air by breathing, sneezing or coughing. Just being in the same room as someone with measles can lead to infection if you are not immune. The first symptoms of measles are a fever, and one or more of a runny nose, cough and sore red eyes. After a few days a red blotchy rash comes on and lasts up to one week. The rash usually starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. Measles can be very serious. Who are at most at risk? People most at risk of contracting the disease are those who have not had the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine, or who have just had one dose of the vaccine. People who are regarded as not immune to measles are: People born after 01 January 1969 who have not had two doses of the measles mumps- rubella (MMR) vaccine or have not had a laboratory confirmed positive measles result Children over four years old who have not received their second dose of MMR Infants under the age of 15 months who have not received their first routine dose of MMR vaccine. They are susceptible and rely on everyone else to be immune so that measles does not spread to them. What should you do? x Immunisation is the best way to prevent measles. x Ensure you are up to date with your immunisations. The vaccines are free for children and adults who have not previously received two doses of MMR. If you are not immune it is important to be aware of the symptoms of measles. The early symptoms of measles are fever, runny nose, sore red eyes and cough. If you develop symptoms of measles: If you do become unwell please phone your GP or call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice or seek medical attention depending on severity of illness. It is important to call first because measles is highly infectious, and people with measles can infect others in the waiting room. Stay at home and away from public places (such as sports events, gatherings, parties, school, work, child care, shopping centres, public transport and so on). See your doctor as soon as possible so a diagnosis can be confirmed. However, phone the surgery ahead to alert them of your symptoms and to allow them to make arrangements to assess you safely and without infecting other people. Unimmunised people who have had contact with a person with measles will normally be advised to stay at home and away from all public places, school or work for 14 days after their contact. Further information: Here are two links to get further Measles information: https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/diseases- and illnesses/measles https://www.immune.org.nz/diseases/measles You can also contact WDHB Population Health on (07) 838 2569 SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: - Monday 2 nd September 2019
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Kia orana, What a fantastic result achieved by our students at Totara Springs Sports Camp last week, I was privilege to attend and stay on Thursday evening and the children all played very well. Thank you to the parents who supported Whaea Olivia and our students over the week but a special thank you to Glenn for attending the whole week and Petrina for two nights. Measles As you may all be aware in the news over the weekend in regards to the measles outbreak which is a concern. This is a reminder to everyone to check that they and their children are fully immunised against measles. What is measles? � Measles is a highly infectious viral disease that can be serious.
It is spread from person to person through the air by breathing, sneezing or coughing. Just being in the same room as someone with measles can lead to infection if you are not immune. The first symptoms of measles are a fever, and one or more of a runny nose, cough and sore red eyes. After a few days a red blotchy rash comes on and lasts up to one week. The rash usually starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body. Measles can be very serious.
� Who are at most at risk? People most at risk of contracting the disease are those who have not had the Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine, or who have just had one dose of the vaccine.
� People who are regarded as not immune to measles are: People born after 01 January 1969 who have not had two doses of the measles mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine or have not had a laboratory confirmed positive measles result Children over four years old who have not received their second dose of MMR Infants under the age of 15 months who have not received their first routine dose of MMR vaccine. They are susceptible and rely on everyone else to be immune so that measles does not spread to them.
� What should you do? x Immunisation is the best way to prevent measles. x Ensure you are up to date with your immunisations. The vaccines are free for
children and adults who have not previously received two doses of MMR. If you are not immune it is important to be aware of the symptoms of measles. The early symptoms of measles are fever, runny nose, sore red eyes and cough. � If you develop symptoms of measles:
If you do become unwell please phone your GP or call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice or seek medical attention depending on severity of illness. It is important to call first because measles is highly infectious, and people with measles can infect others in the waiting room. Stay at home and away from public places (such as sports events, gatherings, parties, school, work, child care, shopping centres, public transport and so on). See your doctor as soon as possible so a diagnosis can be confirmed. However, phone the surgery ahead to alert them of your symptoms and to allow them to make arrangements to assess you safely and without infecting other people. Unimmunised people who have had contact with a person with measles will normally be advised to stay at home and away from all public places, school or work for 14 days after their contact. Further information:
� Here are two links to get further Measles information: https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/diseases-and illnesses/measles https://www.immune.org.nz/diseases/measles You can also contact WDHB Population Health on (07) 838 2569
SCHOOL WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: - Monday 2nd September 2019
School speeches Our senior school speech competition will be held this Thursday at 11.45 a.m. in the school hall. 3-4 finalists will compete for the top 2 spaces to represent our school at the Thames speech competition at Thames South School next Friday. Good luck, Kia Kaha. Thames Valley Cross Country – Wednesday 4th September We have students that will be representing Ohinemuri Schools at the Thames Valley Primary Cluster Cross Country this Wednesday 4th September. Parents of students who have been selected will need to make arrangements for transport to and from South Farms, South Road, Mangatarata, Ngatea. Mrs Silvester from Netherton School is the teacher attending and organising the Ohinemuri Team. Students will be given their T-shirt on the day. We would like to wish our students all the best for Wednesday. Teacher Only Day – Friday 6th September This is just a reminder to let you know that it is a Teacher Only Day this Friday as staff will be attending a professional learning day in Tairua. Please note that alternate arrangements will need to be made for your child/ren on Friday.
Paeroa Upholstery – School Uniform On behalf of the School we would like to thank Paeroa Upholstery who have agreed to process our school uniform (includes logo and names – possibly a small charge for this). This should make it easier for parents to call into their shop to place your school order and payment. There address is 29 Willoughby Street Paeroa, opposite the Police Station or you can phone 07 862 7557. Slinkies Collection Thank you to our parents who have volunteered their time to do the slinks pick up which is well on the way. The following are rostered on: Rangiora/Robinson Road – Wednesday 4th September – Brad Van Hellemond & Jeff Alley, Friday 6th September – Bevan Robinson and Gavin Work and Sunday 8th September – Tane Gurnick. Maratoto/Wharepoa Road – Wednesday 4th September – Royce & Shelliegh King, Friday 6th September – Rodney Spinks and Sunday 8th September – Jamie Metekingi.
On behalf of the school, I would like to thank the people involved with the slinky pickups. Your generous efforts and hard work are greatly appreciated.
Hikutaia School Agricultural Day – Thursday 17th October
This Friday is the last day for entry forms to be into Karen at the School office. To date we have 8 entries.
This year there will be a new event in the programme which is a Fancy Dress. If your child is interested in attending Group Day at Puriri School on the 19th October please call into
the school office to pick up a form accordingly as these entries need to be at School no later than Thursday 20th September. Please note that NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED so if you are unsure complete a form as it is easier to scratch them on the day.
Kupu o te wiki – Whurutu - Fruit Āporo – apple, panana – banana, rōpere – strawberry, manarini – mandarin, ārani – orange, pea – pear, paramu – plum.
Identifying a fruit – “he aha tēnei”? – reply “he āporo.
Principal Wayne Whitney
Senior Class: Mrs Robinson, Whaea Emma & Matua Wayne Kia ora Koutou, Congratulations to the Totara Springs athletes who came away overall winners for 2019 and a big thank you to the parents who supported us while at camp. Thames Valley cross country runners will be running at South Farms in Ngatea on Wednesday. A notice will come home today, but children are expected to organise their own transport to and from the event please. Other reminders are that the children will be presenting speeches on Tuesday and Wednesday with finals being judged on Thursday. There will be no school on Friday due to teachers only day. Enjoy your week everyone. Ngaa Mihi nui - Olivia Robinson, Whaea Emma and Matua Wayne
Room 5 Mrs Donovan Last week Lindsay from Project Energize brought some helpers and Room Five was taught a new T ball game called Danish Rounders. I've put some videos up on Seesaw of the class learning the game if you haven't seen it yet. The class is underway with their kiwi inquiry, so encourage them to tell you what they find out. We are learning the names of fruit in Te Reo, so it would be helpful for them to have some in their lunchbox. Remember there is a teacher only day this Friday. Have a great week. Kind Regards, Angela Donovan
Room 4: Mr Bax This week we are beginning our upcycling projects to make new equipment for our outdoor play area. This is part of our topic study about recycling. We are continuing to learn and practise our new words in Te Reo. On Tuesday we are visiting the library to return and issue our books. Readers will be brought home throughout the week for students to practise their reading. Have a great week.
Room 3: Mrs Cameron It was lovely to get out in the garden this weekend and see the spring flowers beginning to bloom. The children said their speeches last week and they are up on Seesaw for you to view. It is not easy to get up in front of others but they all did really well. If you are bringing a goat, lamb or pet to Ag day next term you need to get your entries into the office this week. Have a great week.
Next Board Meeting Tuesday 24th September 5.30 pm.
Paeroa Junior Touch Season – Thursday 19th September This Year Touch for Schools will be starting at an earlier date so that touch will finish a few weeks earlier before school ends for the year. However the times of starting will remain the same as last year as follows: Midgets – Year 1-4 4.30 p.m. start Juniors – Year 5-6 5.00 p.m. start Seniors – Year 7-8 5.30 p.m. start
We will need coaches for each team please. If you are interested please complete the form below which also gives permission for your child/ren to play.
Subscriptions are the same as last year at $9.00 per child or $20.00 for a family of 3 or more. Please note payment is required prior to play.
Please complete form and return to school please no later than the 6th September to enable teams to get in a couple of trainings before they start 19th September.
Paeroa Junior Touch 2019 Season Form (Need to be completed and returned to school before 6th September)
I/We ……………………………………………………… the parents of: ……………………………………….. Year …… give her/him ……………………………………….. Year …… give her/him ……………………………………….. Year …… give her/him ……………………………………….. Year …… give her/him permission to pay Touch this year.
Please find attached payment of Subscription $9.00 per child or $20.00 for a family of 3 or more.
I can coach a team this year. Yes/No Contact Number: ………………………………………..
Contact number for the school in case of an emergency
Yummy Sticker Promotion – Sports gear for Schools This week is the last week to hand in your Yummy Stickers. I will be sending these off next Monday. Thank you to all those who have supported the school in sending in your stickers or bag cut outs. I will let you know how we go.
(Unless otherwise stated all events are held at school) Tuesday 3rd September Hikutaia School Agricultural Day Meeting 7.00 p.m. Wednesday 4th September Thames Valley Cross Country Thursday 5th September Speech Finals Year 5, 6, 7 & 8 – 11.45 a.m. Friday 6th September Teacher Only Day Monday 9th September Staff Appreciation week Thursday 12th September Duffy Role Model Assembly – 11.30 - School Hall Friday 13th September Thames Speech Competition Friday 20th September Agricultural Demonstation Day – Lambs/Kid goats 11.40 a.m. at School Tuesday 24th September BOT Meeting Friday 27th September School Assembly – 2.15 p.m. Friday 27th September Last Day Term 3 – 3.00 p.m. Monday 14th October First Day Term 4 – 9.00 a.m. Thursday 17th October Hikutaia School Agricultural Day – 10.00 a.m. Saturday 19th October Ohinemuri Group Day – Puriri School 10.30 a.m. Monday 28th October Labour Day – Holiday Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd November Hikutaia School Fishing Competition
Lost your newsletter, not sure what’s for lunch on Friday? Visit: http://hikutaia.ultranet.school.nz/Home/ for dates, previous newsletters, photo gallery of events, BOT and policy information, PTA information and events, and class information. Take a tour today.
Free Mobile Ear for Children Paeroa – Tuesday 10th September outside the Plunket Rooms, Wharf Street from 12.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. Thames – Wednesday 11th September at Thames South School on Rolleston Street from 10.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m. CRICKET We are working hard to re-establish regular cricket playing opportunities for primary school age boys and girls within the wider Thames Valley area. Coaching for all skills levels will be available for those involved in both mid week or Saturday competitions beginning early in Term 4. All playing equipment provided. Boys or girls/parents/coaches/supporters who wish to play or be involved in our great game should call Ramesh Sabasinghe (Waikato Valley Cricket Association Development Officer) 021 786 250 ( [email protected]) or Mike Cotter 07 862 8270 / 022 055 8270 (Paeroa) -as soon as possible.
An Alternative to Halloween Its that time of year again. The Halloween Alternative is coming up. It will be on NOV 1st (Fri) this year. It will be at Elim Church again with a sports' theme for the kids to dress up and win some prizes if they want. There will be plenty of lollies. If you have any questions just contact me.
