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Happy Warm Friday everyone
Here we are at the end of week #4 and starting to prepare our students for a couple of weeks of assessments - through which we trust they will clearly show their learning and development across the year. Glen innes School has volunteered to participate in the trial of the New Zealand-wide SMART assessment tool being developed by the Ministry. This means we will be helping our students in Years 3 - 8 learn how to sit the upcoming Ministry online assessments. Regular attendance will help us achieve our goal of better preparing each child for what will become a normal routine from the start of next year.
Road Patrol
With all the disruption on Line and Eastview Roads across the year, the current road patrollers have not been able to regularly fulfill their duties. As most of the work at the crossing has now been completed, we can get ready for 2026! We applaud those students who have indicated a willingness to take on this responsibility. Those students will be bringing home a consent letter to be signed.
Count on Us Teams Maths Competition
After two competitive rounds of maths problem solving, the semi finalists have been found! Next Thursday at 2pm the semifinal is being held in the school hall.
Our Weekly writing displays for the week - Elainah (Rm 1) and Dahrlyne (Rm 6) have their writing on display in the admin area. When you’re at reception do take a few moments to read their work. The chosen pieces are always a good read.
Looking Ahead.... The next two weeks are very busy!!
The Maths Team Challenge - Semi final Thursday 6 November at 2pm
The Manaiakalani Film Festival is being held again at the Sylvia Park cinemas on 12 November. Please return the permission slip when brought home on Monday. A small cost of $2/ticket for the night showing will soon be made available.
The Maths Team Challenge - FINAL 13 November at 2pm
The final for the annual speech competition where students get to choose their own persuasive topic is held on Friday 14 November at 1:50pm (session 4)
Our in-school athletics Finals Day is held on Friday 21 November with the inter-school athletics day scheduled for the following week.
Every family will need to provide a device for learning for their child starting at Year 6. The BOT loans your child a device for learning up to the end of Year 5. More detail is available from reception.
SKIDS - After School Care : Are you concerned about cost? Contact Anjum to discuss the options for your family. Anjum: anjum@skids.co.nz 021 0686 892
CONTACT DETAILS: All families will be asked to update their contact details. We will be using your phone number to contact you to collect a donation from school at the end of the year. Look out for the note being sent home next week.
Measles
A few weeks ago I wrote about the possibility of a measles outbreak. While we still do not have any reported cases at our school, the following official reading is recommended as cases are being reported nationally:
Book my vaccine – Health New Zealand
Anyone born between 1969 and 2004 may have only received one vaccine dose and might not be fully protected. It’s safe to get extra doses. A free vaccine can be booked online or via the Vaccination Helpline on 0800 28 29 26.
Well done Rm 3 for your attendance efforts this week. You had an average of 97%. Top prize again - fantastic!
Enjoy a family-focused weekend!
Jono
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