O H O K A S C H O O L Jacksons Road Ohoka RD 2 Kaiapoi Phone (03) 3126-840 Fax (03) 3126-841 Email office@ohoka.school.nz
19 May 2011 Dear Parents LIT QUIZ: Congratulations to our Lit Quiz team for performing so admirably at the recent competition at Cobham Intermediate. The questions were certainly a lot more challenging than in previous years, however our team still knew a lot of the answers to the questions. At the conclusion of the event they were placed 35th out of 47 teams, which was very commendable. I would like to thank Jan Bellaney and Christine Walker for spending many weeks preparing the team for the event. In the photo to the right we have the LIT Quiz team of: Back Row – Jan Bellaney, Lizzie Stevenson, Hannah Moreton, Nola Dunleavy, Christine Walker. Front Row: Bayley Taikato-Wheeler, Henry Moreton, Briar Bellaney, Sasha Pugh, Sophie Mills and Robert Lindsay.
PARENT/TEACHER MEETING: We will be holding parent teacher meetings for Rooms 4 -11 (For Rooms 1 – 3 interviews, see note below). To make a time with your teacher please book on the School Interviews website. The instructions are: To access the website: 1. STEP 1: Go to the website: http://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/ 2. STEP 2: Enter the Event code:
3. A parents page will then appear: 1. STEP 3: Enter your personal details: Full name; email address, students name then
2. STEP 4: Choose the teachers 3. STEP 5: Choose the times 4. Once booked, a confirmation, similar to the one below, will be emailed back to you. For parents who haven’t got access to a computer at home, we will make one available in the library for parents to log in to. Bookings are now open. Good luck!
ROOM 1, 2 & 3 INTERVIEWS: Due to the new reporting procedures, Rooms 1, 2 and 3 will have independent interviews when their reports are due. Parents do not need to book a time on the school web booking system as teachers will contact parents with times when appropriate. MISS BLATCH’S LAST DAY: Next Thursday 26 May, will be Miss Blatch’s last day before she takes maternity leave. We will be very sorry to lose her, on a temporary basis, because she gives so much time and energy to the school and to her class. In her place will be Mr Carr, who has already visited the class on a number of occasions to get to know the children and class routines. PTA DONATION: At Monday’s PTA meeting, the PTA very generously donated $9,500 towards items which were placed on a Wish List’ which the teachers identified they needed. The money will go towards: - Musical Instruments
The above contribution is an amazing boost to the school resources because in order for the school to have an 11th teacher and low class numbers, budgets were cut this year, so the teachers are very grateful for the generosity of the PTA. To donate this amount to the school, as well as the significant contribution they have made to the new Ohoka School and Community Hall is a true reflection of how hard this group of parents work towards the greater good of the school and community. We are very proud of this team of parents! SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY: It was great to see everyone giving their all and running proudly in their house colours. Our younger students coped admirably with the course thanks to the support and encouragement of our senior students. Thank you also to all the parents who came to support our runners. I’m sure they appreciated your cheers as they ran past. I know that the obstacles around the course were a real favourite for everyone. For that, we owe a huge vote of thanks to the Holder family who gave their time to help set up the course and who contributed the hay bales as obstacles. We really appreciate your support, thank you. In the photo, we have Kelvin Milne showing great style while he is leaping over the hay bales.
Below are the final placings for the event:
5 year olds 5 year olds 6 year olds 6 year olds 7 year olds competitive competitive competitive competitive competitive competitive
The following students have been selected to represent our school at the Pegasus Zone Cross Counry Championships on Wednesday 8th June 12.30pm at the Rangiora A&P Showgrounds. Congratulations and good luck for this next event. 12+ Years HALL UPDATE:
• Topping Out: This Friday will be a significant milestone in the progress of
the hall. It will be the official ‘Roof Shout.’ To celebrate this event our Year 8 students will be serving the workers a special morning tea.
• Carnival: This Sunday starting at 1:00 pm, will be our School Carnival,
which will be a continuation of the Roof Shout celebrations, which we will be starting on Friday with the special morning tea for the workers. (i)
Tombola - Bring-a-Bottle: We have had a number of bottles already dropped off to school, however we do need a lot more bottles to make this event a success. It would be great if every family could donate one bottle. These can be dropped off at the school office. Extra assistance needed on Saturday from 1.00 - 3.00 pm. If you are able to help set up marquees please ring Pete Supyk – Ph 312 0584
NEXT WEEK: Week 4 Tuesday – 24th
- ICAS Computer skills test - Life Education at school 24 May – 2 June - Wheelie Tuesday - 4.00 – 6.00pm Open Night at Kaiapoi High School Remember when driving, children copy your example, good or bad. Drive courteously, always use safe crossing areas and respect the school patrol. Injury Prevention
LAST EVER opportunity to purchase EdAlive software titles.
Order forms have been sent home this week with your child. If you would like to
purchase any items please return your order to the school office by Friday 20 May. Rangiora High School 1st XV rugby fundraising dinner Guest Speaker: John Wright, NZ Cricket coach Saturday 28th May from 6.30 p.m. at RSA, Rangiora Tickets ($50) can be purchased from Rangiora High School office Rangiora Exhibition this weekend Friday - Sunday
Just a reminder of this annual exhibition of artworks - paintings, photography,
woolcraft, woodwork, pottery and quilting. Guest artist is local painter Diana Gillanders.
Don't forget to check out the raffles too!
Public Health Nurses Public Health Nurses (PHN) are Registered Nurses who specialize in child and family health.
They are employed by the Canterbury District Health Board and provide a free and confidential health service for children aged 5 – 18 years. All schools in Canterbury have a
PHN assigned to their school to assist children, parents/caregivers and teachers with health
If you are worried about your child’s health you can contact the PHN Service yourself or a referral can be made (with your knowledge/permission) by school staff. Common referrals to the PHN service may include - wetting, soiling, coordination, allergies and anaphylaxis, head lice, asthma/frequent cough, behavioural concerns, eating, hygiene, sleep, skin conditions, medication and emotional issues. Public Health Nurses are able to meet with parents/caregivers at home, school or work to provide health support, assessment, advice and to coordinate family health, school or support services if required. You can contact the Public Health Nursing Service through your school or phone Rangiora (03) 3118664.
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