Term 4 - Week 7 - 20.11.2023 - 24.11.2023
TEACHERS ONLY DAY THIS FRIDAY - NO SCHOOL
This Friday, the team at Whenuakite are having a Teachers Only Day to undertake further professional development on Te Mataiaho / The Refreshed Curriculum. Shona, Lucy and Eamonn spent today in Colville undertaking learning on Te Mataiaho which will be utilised at the Teachers Only Day on Friday.
Please remember that there is no school for the children and no buses. There is Technology at MBAS for Years 7 and 8, however whanau will need to take their tamariki to MBAS.
Cooks Got Talent
A new and innovative idea with the Summer Carnival is 'Cooks Beach’s Got Talent', which is a talent show open to all ages.
Information:
- Open to individuals and groups.
- All ages are welcome – kids and adults.
- The first prize is $500 cash!! The total prize pool is $1,000
- Enter online or via the Cooks Beach Carnival FB page. Entries close 15 December.
Tumuaki Talk
Kia Ora Whanau
What another amazing week we had last week. The cake making was amazing and the Spring Festival was brillant. Thank you to all the whanau and caregivers who spent the day with us. We love having you all at school.
Child Wellbeing, Safety and Engagement when learning from an online (BYOD) platform.
Student well-being and engagement are paramount when we review learning in an online world. We have been reviewing ways to improve safety for children, as well as ensuring that they are focussing on work, when in class.
Whanau Help
Thank you to all the whanau who have helped out this year. We truly appreciate your support in making the trips and learning activities happen. Thank you to our amazing staff, who spend hours organising and ensuring that the excursions and events are engaging, educational and safe.
Police Vetting
If you are unsure if you are vetted, please call; Donna in the Office. Now is a good time to get vetted, as we will have trips in Term One. It can take 6 weeks for a vet to return, and all volunteers, in and out of school need to be vetted to support the school.
Nga Mihi
Eamonn
Week 6 Certificates
Well done to all of the outstanding tamariki who earned a K.I.T.E. Kid Award last week. We are very proud of you all.
- Room 1 - Miss Jenny, Verity Bowen, Arlo Guilford
- Room 2 - Ashton Auricht, Sparrow Sheriff
- Room 3 – Coco Bougen, Archie Ryan
- Room 4 – Violeta Popadich
- Room 5 – Awana Clow, Dell McDonald, Willow Linton
- Room 6 – Maddie McLean, Pippa Buchanan
- Room 7 –Taj Yates, Benji Norriss, Tanner Brockett
Board of Trustees Information
Kia Ora School whanau. The new Principal Appointment process is progressing well with a good number of excellent candidates making an application or seeking an application pack. The Bot will be shortlisting on Monday 4 December with interviews scheduled for 7 December. We should be in the position of appointing the new Principal shortly afterwards.
Nga mihi nui
Ray van Beynen
Interim PM - Whenuakite School Board of Trustees
You are invited
to join us for an
Assembly, Picnic and Old Time Games Afternoon
to celebrate Mr Kelly’s time at
Whenuakite School
Date: Tuesday, 12th December 2023
(Postponement day, Thursday, 14th December)
Time: Assembly – 11.10 am
(Held outside Rooms 1-3)
Picnic – 12.00 pm
Old Fashioned Games – 1.00 – 2.45pm
(Whanau to join in with your child’s group)
Book Character Day
to celebrate
Mrs. Rhode’s time at
Whenuakite School
Come dressed as your favourite
Book Character
Wednesday, 6th December 2023
Celebratory Assembly at 12.30pm
Spring Festival Gallery
Spring Festival 2
2024 Cooks Beach Carnival - We need your help.
Join the Fun and Make a Difference! Volunteer for Our Summer Carnival on January 4, 2024!
As we gear up for the much-anticipated Summer Carnival on January 4, 2024, we're reaching out to our fantastic school community for a bit of help. This is where YOU come in!
How Can You Contribute?
We're looking for enthusiastic parents, or adult family members, to join us for approximately 3 hours on the day. Whether you're a master at grilling sausages, a pro at running games, or an expert in the art of ticket sales, we want your skills!
Why Volunteer?
Your support is crucial! By lending a hand, you're not just making the carnival a blast; you're investing in the future of Whenuakite School and, more importantly, in your child/ren's education. Ready to make a difference? Join us in creating lasting memories for our students – volunteer today!
What's in it for Whenuakite School?
All funds raised during the carnival directly support the needs of our students, contributing to:
- Free shows and performances at school (e.g., Life Ed, Playhouse Theatre).
- Highly subsidized camps.
- Free Activities Week.
- Contributing to the seven support staff we have at school.
- School resources and equipment.
Save the Date - January 4, 2024
Mark your calendars and let Meredith know ASAP by calling or texting at 0272 239 239 if you can be a part of this amazing day!
Ready to bring smiles, laughter, and a touch of community spirit to our Summer Carnival? Contact Meredith on 0272 239 239 to volunteer.
Let's make this carnival the best one yet!
Thank you for your support!
DAISY DUNG
Thank you to everyone who has been working so hard selling Daisy Dung Tickets. We truly appreciate your support.
A reminder that ALL tickets (Sold and unsold) need to be returned to the office by 24 November.
Hikuai School Market Day
Ok stall holders. It's time to sign up with us if you haven't already!
With 2 weeks to go until market day we are excited to share with you the community stalls we have on offer:
Local authors, artists, woodworkers, baby wear and dolls clothes, flowers, potted plants and herbs, poppy flowers and copper rings, Horse rides, Scalez and Tails- reptile rescue, coffee, food and much more! Our students will be making and selling items with each room having a stall too!
We would love to have you join us and add to the fun! Call Michelle: 078647818 or email: office@hikuai.school.nz to register.
Strep Throat and Impetigo (School Sores)
STREP THROAT:
We have had a number of our tamariki at school off sick with Strep Throat.
Strep throat is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called group A strep (GAS). These bacteria are the most common cause of bacterial sore throat in children and teens.
Strep throat usually needs treatment with antibiotics. With the proper medical care — and plenty of rest and fluids — most kids get back to school and play within a few days.
The most common symptoms of strep throat include:
- sore throat that comes on quickly and is especially painful when swallowing
- fever
- red and swollen tonsils with white patches or streaks on them
- painful or swollen neck glands (lymph nodes)
Other symptoms in children can include:
- headache
- stomach pain
- nausea or vomiting
- loss of appetite
- rash. When a red rash that looks like sandpaper happens along with strep throat, the condition is called scarlet fever.
TIME OFF SCHOOL: Until well OR 24 hours after starting antibiotics.
IMPETIGO (SCHOOL SORES):
It's an infection of the skin caused by bacteria. Impetigo is commonly found on the face, often around the nose and mouth. But it can show up anywhere the skin has been broken.
If you have a cut or scrape or if you scratch your skin because of a bug bite, eczema, or poison ivy, germs may find a way to get inside. Once inside, the bacteria cause small blisters on the skin. These blisters burst and ooze fluid that crusts over, a condition called impetigo.
Impetigo usually starts as small blisters that burst and ooze fluid that crusts over. The crust is yellow-brown, or honey-coloured, making impetigo look different from other scabs.
TIME OFF SCHOOL: Until all sores are dried and crusted over OR 24 hours after starting antibiotics.
2024 School Year
2024 School Year:
Term One:
Wednesday 07 February - Friday 12 April
Term 1 Public Holidays:
Waitangi Day – Tuesday 6 February
Easter: Good Friday 29 March, Easter Monday 1 April, Easter Tuesday 2 April (a school holiday)
Term 2
Monday 29 April to Friday 5 July
Term 2 Public Holidays:
King’s Birthday – Monday 3 June
Matariki – Friday 28 June
Term 3
Monday 22 July to Friday 27 September
Term 3 Public Holidays:
None
Term 4
Monday 14 October- Friday 20 December
Term 4 Public Holidays:
None