End of Term2With the cold weather we've had over the last couple of weeks it's nice to know that we're going into our winter break. Let's hope the we get some nice fine weather rather than true wintry weather over the next two weeks. We hope you all enjoy the break and if you're travelling that you travel safely. We look forward to seeing everyone back refreshed and ready for another busy term. Schoolzine NewslettersWe are pleased and excited to inform you that we’ll be producing a new eNewsletter with Schoolzine. The move to this new format will enable us to communicate with the school community across multiple channels. It will promote and enhance our engagement with parents, students and the wider community. Papakura Bus - Bridgeview StopWe have been informed that Bridgeview Road will be closed for roadworks around the time school starts back for Term 3. We have contacted the bus company and while the road is closed the buses will divert via Kuhanui Rd instead of Bridgeview and can utilise the bus stop(s) circled in the picture below. This will start on Monday 22 July. MatarikiThe Matariki Community Event for Maori New Year was celebrated with a variety of activities in and around the school last Saturday. A big thank you to the Whatapaka Marae for all their work organising the day especially Mahu and Sandy Rawiri and family. Below are some pictures of the day. SKIDSPlease be advised that from Term 3; Monday 22 July SKIDS will not be operating in the mornings. 40 Hour FamineWell done to the 8 students that participated in the 40 hour famine at the beginning of June. Between them they raised close to $750. It is amazing to see how our students are becoming such global citizens with huge caring hearts. HillaryThe students have been completing tessalations in Hillary using shapes and ice-block sticks. The Te Hihi Ag Day team are busy getting everything organised for this year’s event. Ag Day Entry forms will be sent home on the first day back of Term 3 so please think over the holiday about whether you want to raise an animal. There will be lots of great stalls and entertainment this year - one of the stalls we are planning for is to sell second hand books and puzzles – so if you are looking at having a sort out of your books and puzzles then please hold onto them for Ag Day! Any questions please contact Ana Smith (021 402 620) or Gina Beck (021 929 452) Calendar Term 2Please check this calendar weekly as dates may change and things may be added.05 July – Term 2 Ends 22 July – Term 3 Begins 23 July - FoTHS Meeting - 7pm Staffroom 24 July - Whole School Cross Country 26 July - Whole School Assembly 31 July - Yr 7&8 North Counties Cross Country 06 Aug - BOT Meeting 07 Aug - Yr 5&6 North Counties Cross Country 09 Aug - Whole School Assembly 23 Aug - Whole School Assembly 23 Aug - FOTHS Family Movie Night 28 Aug - Footsteps Dance in School 04 Sept - Footsteps Dance in School 06 Sept - Sharing our Learning - No School Assembly 10 Sept - BOT Meeting 11 Sept - Footsteps Dance in School 18 Sept - Footsteps Dance in School 20 Sept - Whole School Assembly 25 Sept - Footsteps Dance in School 27 Sept - End of Term 3 28 Sept - Ag Day 14 Oct - Term 4 Begins The term dates for 2019 are:Term 2: Monday 29 April – Friday 05 July Term 3: Monday 22 July – Friday 27 Sept Term 4: Monday 14 Oct – Friday 13 Dec School Policies on School DocsUp for review this term: Emergency Planning and Procedures (Board / staff only) Curriculum and Student Achievement (Board / staff only ) To review and provide feedback for the above policy please visit our School Docs website. Enter the user name (tehihi) and password (karaka) 1. Read the policy. 2. Click the red Policy Review icon at the right-hand top corner of the page. A new screen will appear. 3. Select your role (board member, staff member, or parent/caregiver) from the drop-down list. 4. Enter your name (optional). 5. Submit your ratings and comments. If you want to view any of our other school policies please do so. KINDO ON-LINEKindo School Shop!! It is our preferred method of payment for your child’s school expenses, and we encourage you to set up your family account today. It’s easy, convenient, open 24/7 and available on our school website. www.tehihi.school.nz |