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School Newsletter Term 4, Week 6

Friday 17th November 2023

School Newsletter Term 4, Week 6 Friday 17th November 2023
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Kia ora West End Whānau,


Week 6 has been jam packed with learning and activity here at Te Kura O Urumutu. It was wonderful to have so many parents and whānau at our Vibe Assembly on Thursday hosted by our Tipuranga team. Well done to all children and staff who were involved in running a lovely assembly.


It is a special time of the year for our PCT (Provisionally Certificated Teachers) Whaea Karen, Whaea Shea, Hannah Burden, Charlotte Bone, and Nicola Harris. We have been celebrating these teachers' completion of two years of provisional registration before moving to full registration in 2024. Well done to all of these teachers and also to the staff and mentors who have supported them along the way.


We are looking forward to hosting our Health Consultation Hui on Thursday of next week in Room 1 at 3.10pm for anyone who was unable to attend our first session held in Term 3. Please see later in this newsletter for further details.


As you will be aware on Wednesday 22 November we have a Staff Only Day. School will not be open for instruction on this day. Thank you in advance for your ongoing support of the development of our staff and our school.


As always, I wish everyone a safe and happy weekend.


Ngā manaakitanga,


Matt Kennedy

Principal

West End School

Te Kura o Urumutu

No school on Wednesday

All teachers will be participating in a Curriculum Refresh meeting on Wednesday 22nd November. There will be no school on this day.

Health Consult next Thursday

Cycle Safety starts for TWNOT on Monday

Splash 'n Dash on Wednesday of Week 8

A reminder that in Term 4, our SunSmart Policy states that all students are required to wear a wide brimmed sunhat during times they are outside - including all breaks and times that classes are in the sun. Please provide a hat for your child to wear from the start of term. No caps allowed as we need hats that will protect your child's neck and ears - refer picture below. Please also pop some sunscreen in your child's bag to keep them sun safe.


We also encourage students to wear clothing that protects the skin (e.g. long sleeve tops, rash tops) when at risk of extended sun exposure (such as at sports days, school camps, and picnics), or when swimming outdoors.

Upcoming Events

WEEK 7 -

  • Cycle Safety starts for Year 5/6 students
  • Staff Only Day (no school for students) - Wednesday 22nd November
  • Year 6 Visit to Monrad (1pm - 2.30pm) - Thursday 23rd November
  • Swim Safety Lessons with Swim Magic - Friday 24th November


WEEK 8 -

  • Splash and Dash - Wednesday 29th November
  • Interschool Athletics - Friday 1st December


WEEK 9 -

  • Room 5, 6, 7 to Te Manawa - Tuesday 5th December
  • Final VIBE and Farewell Assembly - Wednesday 6th December (9am)
  • Visit new classes (and meet the 2024 teacher) - Thursday 7th December
  • Whole School Fun Day - Friday 8th December
  • Year 6 Breakfast - Friday 8th December
  • School reports sent out - Friday 8th December


WEEK 10 -

  • Staff vs RICOH Soccer team (Mr Kennedy testimonial match - Tuesday 12th December
  • Year 6 Leavers Assembly and Poroporoaki (9.15am) - Wednesday 13th December
  • TWNOT Lido Visit - Wednesday 13th December
  • Last day of the 2023 School Year (finishing at 12.30pm) - Thursday 14th December

PTA Events and Fundraising

Term 4 Swimming Timetable

School Reports will be going out this term

End of Year Reports will be going out in Week 9, Friday 8th of December. Reports will be sent out to parents/caregivers via Seesaw and will include information about your child’s progress and achievement, as well as a comment from the teacher for reading, writing, maths. There will also be a general comment relating to attitude, behaviour and showing school values. An example of your child’s work to show the progress they have made in that area will also be provided.

Term Dates 2024

Term 1: Monday 29 Jan - Friday 12 April (100 1/2 days)

Term 2: Monday 29 April - Friday 5 July (96 1/2 days)

Term 3: Monday 22 July - Friday 27 Sept (100 1/2 days)

Term 4: Monday 14 Oct - Friday 13 Dec (88 1/2 days)


Which equals a total of 384 half days for 2024.

We would have Call Back Days Thur 25 - Fri 26 Jan before the year starts.

We have a scheduled Teacher Only Day on Monday 5th February.


Proposed Ballot Dates for 2024


Ballot held in Term 1 for Term 2

(To be held in Term 1 Week 3, 12th Feb-16th Feb)


Ballot held in Term 2 for Term 3

(To be held in Term 2 Week 3, 6th May - 10th May)


Ballot held in Term 3 for Term 4

(To be held in Term 3 Week 3, 29 July - 2 August)


Ballot held in Term 4 for Term 1

(To be held in Term 4 Week 3, 21st October - 25th October)

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If your child is absent from school.

It is really important under the current circumstances you notify the school if your child is absent.


PLEASE DO NOT TXT OR EMAIL THE CLASSROOM TEACHER.

ALL ABSENCES SHOULD BE ADVISED VIA THE OFFICE.


Please remember to advise the office by 8.30am if your child is not attending school.

You can telephone 358-2465 and leave a message or txt 021 118 0156.

ABSENCES CAN ALSO BE SENT EASILY THROUGH OUR SCHOOL APP


In both cases please give a reason for absence.

Thank you.

Kindo Online Shop

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It is very important that families register with Kindo, as this is now the only way to register your child for school sports, and ordering PTA lunches.
Below are the links to register.
If you require help please call the Kindo helpdesk on

0508 454 636

New users need this link

Existing users need this link

West End School
Te Kura o Urumutu
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Email: office@westend.school.nz
Location: West End School, 196 College Street, Palmerston North
Phone: 06 358 2465