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NEWSLETTER
PRINCIPAL: Craig Haggo
B.O.T. CHAIRPERSON: Brigid Crawford Phone: 533 3811
Old Coach Road R D 6 Te Puke 3186 Phone (07) 533 3731 Fax (07) 533 3521 Email [email protected]
Website: www.pongakawa.school.nz www.facebook.com/PongakawaSchoolOfficial
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► Orchard Development ► Artificial shelter
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PO Box 47, Te Puke, New Zealand
Phone 07 573 6127 / 573 6247
Fax 07 573 9831
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TERM DATES 2019 TERM 1: 04/02/19 - 12/04/19 TERM 2: 29/04/19 - 05/07/19 TERM 3: 22/07/19 - 27/09/19 TERM 4: 14/10/19 - 18/12/19
Contact Justin Robertson M: 021 792 460
E: [email protected] W: www.ministryofdafence.co.nz
Main Road PO Box 582 Te Puke 3153 New Zealand Ph: 07 573 9107 Fax: 07 5736915
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Comprehensive medical &
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David Reid P: 07 533 3668 M: 027 2533 454 E: [email protected] A: 1963 Old Coach Rd, RD6, Te Puke
Our bank account details for any payments are: ASB 123407 0007320 00
School Office: Phone 533 3731
Email address: [email protected]
Week 3 Term 1
18th February 2019
Website www.pongakawa.school.nz
Hats and Swimming Togs
It is school policy for all children to wear a broad brimmed or bucket sun hat every day in Term 1 and 4 at Pongakawa School to protect children from the harsh ultra-violet rays. If your child does not have one or forgets to bring or wear it, they will be directed to play under the trees at the front of the school. In the same way swimming gear needs to come each and every day as we swim regardless of the weather. The school is lucky to have a heated swimming pool so it is never cold in the water.
Dear Parents and Caregivers I hope you had a fantastic weekend and that you were able to enjoy some of the fantastic weather we have been having. I know for those of you involved in the farming sector some rain would be very welcome about now and as a “townie” I have to remind myself of that. Now we are in our third week of school the Board has an expectation that all students will now be wearing a wide brimmed or bucket hat in line with the policy change around this. Students wearing caps will be asked to play under the oak trees at the front of the school so they can still enjoy outside time without being in danger from the very hot sun. As I undertook my duties last week at lunchtime I could not help but feel the heat and certainly greater sun protection was required. We have sunblock in every room at school but I would advise you to apply block before your child leaves for school in the morning. If you are a follower of new and current events, you will have read about major reforms being proposed by a government task force. The changes being mooted are wide reaching and will have a potentially huge impact on all schools in New Zealand including Pongakawa. I would encourage you to look at those possible changes as it has real relevance to your child’s education going forward. I will provide you with links etc. so you can read more about it. Naturally, I am learning more about these myself and as you would expect have a personal view forming, however it is important you reach your own conclusions. Pongakawa is a highly successful school and an excellent example of the self-managing model which allows parents through their elected Board of Trustees to govern and make decisions relevant to their own community. I enjoy the way our school is able to celebrate its uniqueness and is able to provide the type of education that fits our families. I truly hope this aspect will not be changed and that we have to conform to a one size fits all model. We have now signed off the unconfirmed ERO report and this has been sent back to the Review Office. For the first time in my memory we have not asked for any changes or alterations as we believe the team who evaluated us got things pretty much bang on. This means our confirmed report should be online within the next month. Here is another snippet or two from our ERO report. A focus for evaluation is around equity and excellence - around valued outcomes for students regardless of age, gender or ethnicity. The team asked how well we are doing this for the children at Pongakawa. Their finding was: The school is making good progress towards achieving equitable outcomes. There are many excellent outcomes for learners. Next week we will provide a little feedback on what ERO says about our Board of Trustees and our leadership team. Have a great week Yours in teaching Craig Haggo Principal
School Canteen - Important Notice Please note that: the canteen will be open all this week There is a new menu this term. Please be aware that students will not be able to get noodles or pies heated at school.
Board of Trustees Election The New Zealand School Trustees Association (NZSTA) are preparing for the upcoming Triennial BOT elections in June. NZSTA would like to encourage parent and whanau participation on school boards in order to help shape and support the education of their children. For more information, visit: www.nzsta.org.nz/advice-and-support/information-for-parents/ or phone 0800 782 435.
Pongakawa School and Community invite you to: Pongakawa 125 Years and Still Counting…
Stories from 1992 to 2017 Book Launch and Community Social Evening
to celebrate the 127th birthday of Pongakawa School
This Friday 22nd February 2019, 7pm in the Pongakawa Hall
BYO drinks, and a plate of finger food to share Tea and Coffee available
Books will be available to purchase on the night $30.00 each
Cash or cheque appreciated or online banking To bank account number :123407 0007320 02
After the 22nd Feb books will be available to purchase at the school office.
If you are not able to call in at the office and wish to order a book please email:
[email protected] for purchasing and delivery details.
No RSVP for Feb 22nd necessary
Important Notice!
Life Ed monies will need to be paid by
ALL Year 1 to Year 4 students
by as soon as possible as Life Ed begins
today and runs for the whole week.
Life Education is not an optional
subject for these students
The cost is $6.00
Enviro Tip of the week: Think about your water usage. Water the garden with a hand held hose instead of a sprinkler, mulch the garden to reduce the need for frequent watering. Fix dripping taps and don’t leave taps running.
Strep Throat We are currently experiencing several cases of strep throat around school. If your child has symptoms of vomiting, sore throat or headache with temperatures please get them tested by their doctor. They are contagious until 24 hours after antibiotics have started. If left untreated it can cause rheumatic fever which affects your heart. Both the Life Pharmacy and My Pharmacy in Jellicoe Street Te Puke can also do swabs for free if you believe your child may have strep.
Events Coming Up
18/02/19 to 22/0219 Life Ed for ALL Years 1 to 4 only 18/02/19 After school gymnastics begins today 20/02/19 Middles school 3.00-3.30pm ‘Meet the Teacher’ 22/02/19 Friday volleyball games begin from 3.30pm 25/02/19 BOT Meeting 01/03/19 ALL Top School Raffle books to be returned to school 07/03/19 Swimming Sports Y5/8 08/03/19 No volleyball after school today 10/03/19 Top School Competition at Paengaroa School 11/03/19 No afterschool gymnastics today 20/03/19 Swimming Sports 01/04/19 HPV Dose 1 Yr 8’s 01/04/19 to 05/04/19 Keeping Ourselves Safe Yrs 1 to 6 10/04/19 WBOP Swim Champs Yr 5/6 12/04/19 End of Term 1
Gym in the Action Centre each Monday after school. Cost $70.00 Begins 18th February 2018 for 6 weeks . Two sessions. This is to cater for skill and ability differences.** 3:00pm – 4:00pm Ages 5, 6, 7 4:00pm – 5:00pm Ages 8+ Guitar/Ukele: Parent paid classes with Stephen from MusicHub. Contact Wayne Mortenson direct Ph 027 2717685 or email direct on [email protected] to discuss details for lessons. "Piano lessons with Fi's Keys are held on Mon/Wed at Pongakawa School. Lessons in Term 1 will begin on Monday 11th February 2019 Contact Fi at 021 051 1891 or [email protected] for more info." Fiona McNab, B/Arts, GradDip Teaching Owner/Teacher at Fi's Keys email: [email protected] fiskeys.co.nz
Term 1 2019 Activities
Sports Notices / Results
If your child is participating in a school activity or after
school sport then please ensure that you have paid
their sports fees before games begin.
Water polo Year 5/8 and Flippa Ball Year 3/4 On Friday 15th February the Pongakawa water polo team played
Papamoa College White. Pongakawa had a great first game of
the season and won 7-0. There is not a time posted yet for this
Friday’s game but Mr Judd will let players know as soon as he
finds out.
The Year 3 and 4 Flippa Ball team had 2 games on
Sunday 17th February against the Arataki Sharks and the Omanu
Dolphins. Unfortunately the team lost both games but they had
great fun. This Sunday 24th March the Flippa Ball team are
playing the Golden Sands Sharks at 10am.
Cricket Cricket trainings will be each Thursdays from 3.00-4.00pm until
the end of the cricket season. Lunchtime sessions are on
Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Hard covered shoes are required so that they can bat during
practice.
Pongakawa Ninjas beat Albion 86-84. First time playing together
as a team so well done! Player of the day was Punjab Khakh.
Pongakawa Pirates (Yr 5/6) beat Mount Kahawai on Saturday
78/9 - 51/8. Top bowling and fielding once again.
Batter of the day was Cohen Satiu with 34 runs and Bowler of
the day was Liam Harrison who got 3 wickets.
Pongakawa Strikers (Yr 7/8) on Saturday had a win against
Opotiki. The bowler of the day went to Gurlabh Khakh for great
straight bowling with two wickets. Batter of the day was Kodi
Grant for some impressive fours.
Volleyball Volleyball games begin this Friday 22nd February. & teams have
been finalised and posted up on Mr Judd’s window. Seniors will
be playing in the first round at 3.30pm as they need to get to
waterpolo. Jiddles games will be played over the two rounds -
so Jiddles check the time that you play, you could be at 3.30pm
or 4.00pm. All middles games will be at 4.00pm. Parents please
ensure that you pick your children up as soon as games finish as
teachers volunteer their own time to facilitate these games.
Please note that on Friday 8th March there will be NO after
school volleyball due to the Action Centre being prebooked
After school Gymnastics After school gymnastics begins today, 18th February $70..00 for
Term 1 for 6 weeks. Please note that the action centre is
unavailable for gymnastics on 11th March so there will be no
afterschool gym on this day.
Te Puke Rippa Rugby Module this Term We are looking at entering teams in the for the Te Puke Rippa Rugby this term. Where: Te Puke Sports Club When: Wednesday Afternoons – 6th March to 10th April 2018 Cost: $10 – per player for the Term If your child is keen to be involved, have them come to Room 5 at the start of interval tomorrow (Tuesday 19th February). These teams fill very fast so this is important. Parents will also have the opportunity to coach and manage our teams. If you have any questions contact Hamish Avery in Room 5 or via email on HamishA@pongakawa,school.nz
Please let the office know of your child/ren’s bus movements
now that some sports have begun for term 1. If there are siblings
please let us know what their movements are also.
Skoolbag - Important We wish to advise all families that we use this Skoolbag app as well as our facebook page to help communicate and notify parents of school closures or activities, updates, newsletters, cancellations and other very important community messages. We ask ALL parents / students to install our Skoolbag App. To install it, just search for our school name Pongakawa School in either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. For Windows users search for Skoolbag in the Windows Store and install the app and then find our school.
Community Notices Pure bred smaller, sleek type Labrador puppies for sale. No health issues. Intelligent, family pets, love water and hunting. They have been wormed, flea treated, first vet check and immunisation. Will be 8 weeks on 23rd Feb and ready for their forever homes. $1.000 Ph 0276970651.
Eastern Districts will be holding a junior rugby registration for the 2019 season at their clubrooms in Paengaroa: Monday 25th February 2019 3.00 pm – 5.00 pm If you are interested in registering your child for the 2019 rugby season then you will need to bring the following: Any new members must provide a photocopy of their birth Certificate / Passport Registration Fee is $40.00 for age groups Under 11’s – Under ‘13’s ; $30.00 for age groups Under 6's – Under 10’s Please note EFTPOS will be available If you have any questions please contact Paul Walker 02102653546 or Pip Walker 0210374374 / 5331808