Phone: 03) 547-7399 Fax: 03) 547-7537 [email protected] Newsletter No 16 5 June 2014 Kia Ora Families and Whanau What a great time we had last Friday when we joined in with the nationwide event Hook, Line and Singalong. Individual classes, the Kapa Haka Group, choir and whole school singing were superb! We had teachers and principals from the Pelorous Cluster visiting and they also thoroughly enjoyed this event. Today the MATHS CHALLENGE begins. Students have been given Maths Challenge sheets and on the back of these are their sponsorship forms. Children are encouraged to seek sponsorship for learning their maths facts and after testing on June 26th they will gather up their sponsorship money and return it to school. Please encourage your children in gaining sponsors and remember that we do not support their going door to door unaccompanied by an adult. What a clear sunny morning we had for our school Cross Country yesterday. Congratulations to all runners for completing the course, often with a huge smile! It was great to have lots of family and friends supporting the event! Thanks to Jane and her team for organising this for us.

On Tuesday staff attended a Teacher Only Day with teachers from the six schools in our Stoke Cluster. We listened to a variety of speakers on Writing, Maths, Blogging, Bring Your Own Devices for Digital Learning, Raising Achievement, Stories Tai Tau Ihu and Looking at the World Through Another Lens. These workshops were thought provoking, inspiring and affirming. Another Cluster Teacher Only Day is to be held on Tuesday 28th October, the day after Labour Weekend. As we have had these two Teacher Only Days our finishing date at the end of the year will be Friday, 19th December. I have received many very positive comments about the performance of our choir at the Richmond Mall last Thursday night. Well done everyone, you were fantastic ambassadors for our school. The Multi Purpose Learning Centre is nearing completion and will be handed over to the school within the next two weeks – very exciting. We are so looking forward to being able to use this space! The classrooms will be finished soon after and the official opening for the whole building project is planned for Thursday July 3rd at 2pm. More details closer to the time but do keep the afternoon free and join us for this special event!

THANK YOU to everyone who has been involved in bagging and delivering the telephone directories. Our Fundraising Team are thrilled with your support. Naku noa On behalf of the staff and students, Janice Gulbransen PRINCIPAL

WELCOME TO NAYLAND PRIMARY A very warm welcome is extended to new student Ella.

SCHOLASTIC BOOK CLUB OFFER 4 Orders close at the school office on Friday, 27th June. NAYLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL ART EXHIBITION It seems like a long way off but this exhibition will soon creep up on us. The Exhibition will include lots of different types of artwork, a silent auction and performance arts throughout the evening. Date: Friday, 19th September (Term 3). Venue: Nayland Primary School. Time: 4.30 - 6.30 pm (Twilight). Entry: Gold coin donation/koha. We know that lots of you out there are very ‘arty’ and if you think you may be able to help or inspire us, or you know a local artist who would like to donate a piece of work to our silent auction, please contact Marion Townsend here at school. We really appreciate any offers of help. Watch out for more Art Exhibition notices coming out soon!

ART CLASSES FOR SENIOR STUDENTS - TERM 3 : These classes for Year 5/6 children identified as having particular skill in the arts will be held each Tuesday from 3.154.15pm in Room 4 at Nayland Primary, commencing in Week 1 of Term 3, (Tuesday, 22nd July). There is no tuition fee but there will be a material cost of $15.00 payable on enrolment. Once enrolled students are expected to attend classes regularly.

Please complete the form below and return to the school office by Thursday, 19th June. Mandy Bathan, Art Class Tutor =============================== NPS Term 3 Art Class ………………………………………………. from Room …….would like to attend the Term 3 Art Class. $15 is enclosed. Parent Signature……………………………………….. Phone No……………………………………….

SUPERHERO 40 NIGHT READING CHALLENGE

Please continue to support your children to read every night for 40 days so they can have their Super Hero photo taken and displayed.

TUESDAY, 1ST JULY 2014 $4 per student, (give money to class teachers). In the last week of Term 2, NZ Playhouse is visiting us to perform RAPunzel. Rapunzel is the hot favourite to win ‘A Land Far Far Away’s Got Talent With X Factor Idol’. She’s a teenage triple threat, with the voice of Lady Gaga, the dance moves of Beyonce, and the hair of… Rapunzel! But when she refuses to sign a contract with the udderly ruthless moosic producer Simon Cow, he locks her in a recording tower high above the enchanted forest to steal her singing voice with a magic tape machine. What can Rapunzel do now she can’t sing? Rap! With the help of a very handsome Fresh Prince, some very long hair, and a smattering of all your favourite fairytale characters, it’s time to flip this fairytale upside down, wave your hair in the air like you just don’t care, and put the RAP back into RAPunzel. Suitable for ages 5 to 13, this brand new play by writer Greg Cooper is performed by NZ Playhouse : www.newzealandplayhouse.co.nz.

Missing iPad One of our school mini iPads went missing in the last week of Term 1, possibly during the Open Evening. If anyone has information that will lead us to the recovery of this iPad please leave the information or your name and number at the school office and we will contact you.

TERM TWO CONFERENCES Wednesday, 2nd July from 3.15pm - Taking an active interest in your children’s learning is one of the best ways you can help them do better in school and in life. To this end we encourage ALL parents/caregivers to make a time to come along to school and participate in student led conferences. In these conferences students take responsibility for sharing their learning. - Five conferences lasting up to 45 minutes will run at the same time in each classroom. The teacher will be present to support if necessary, however they will not formally participate in individual conferences. If you have matters you would like to discuss directly with the teacher, a time outside of the conference can be arranged. - Conferences will include sharing of personal folders and be held on 2nd July except for Term 2 New Entrants in Rm 12 whose parents will meet with teachers following their New Entrant report after approx. six weeks at school. - Personal folders containing samples of work will be sent home on 30th June. We ask that you take time to share the samples and comments with your children and return folders to school at conferences or by the end of Week 1 in Term 3. - Conference bookings will be made by parents online over a two week period from 18th June. There will be one conference per student. NAYLAND ROAD DAIRY PARKING A reminder that the five minute parking spaces in front of the dairy are reserved for their customers and should not be used by parents/caregivers before and after school.

NAYLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL CHOIR performing at Richmond Mall last Thursday evening.

"Ka pai tamariki ma! It was an exceptional performance from the small but talented choir. If you have a middle or senior syndicate child wanting to join, they should contact Mr Lynch or Whaia Jacqui or Marion."

SPORTS NEWS : Important Term 2 Dates 18th June Interschool Cross Country 30th June Nelson Schools Cross Country.

NAYLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY

Well done to all students who competed in yesterday’s event. Results will be in next week’s newsletter. Thank you to all parent helpers and supporters. Jane Gass, Sports Co-ordinator

2014 TERM DATES Term 2 Monday, 5th May – Friday, 4th July Term 3 Monday, 21st July – Friday, 26th September Term 4 Monday, 13th October – Friday, 19th December Mon. 27th October: Labour Day Tues. 28th October: Teacher Only Day

TELEPHONE DIRECTORY FUNDRAISER Thank you to all who helped with this project by packing or delivering books. The winner of the class morning tea will be announced next week. Fundraising And Community Team

REMINDER ....... ENTERTAINMENT™ BOOK ORDERS ARE DUE OR PLEASE RETURN BOOKS. If you wish to purchase the Book – pay online at https://www.entertainmentbook.co.nz/orde rbooks/1r37160 or enclose your payment in the envelope the book came home in and return it to the drop box in the foyer. If you do not wish to purchase the Book – please return the book in the envelope ASAP. Thanks to those who have already returned the book or who have kindly purchased a book and supported Nayland Primary’s fundraising.

COMMUNITY NOTICES Matariki Lantern Parade Wednesday 19th June Starting at Victory Community Centre , Totara Street • Please bring your own Lantern or Torch. • Please bring your Knife Fork & Spoon. At 3.30 Victory Primary School pupils will begin the celebrations with a performance in the centre. At 4.30 soup will be served in front of the center then journey with us up the Victory Railway Reserve as the sun sets, to enjoy performers and drumming. On your return to the centre from 5.30pm there will be a range of performances and at 6ish the community meal. Cost: $2 per person for meal, you pay when you eat. Donation welcomed. Note: Please wrap up warm and have snacks for the children. All Children under 12 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The walk from the community centre to top of the railway reserve is 1.8km. If you don't make it all the way you can enjoy illuminations and performers on the walkway. Please register: For the community meal by contacting Gareth Cashin Ph: 546 8389, or email [email protected] or drop into the community centre. RIWAKA SCHOOL MID WINTER SWIM AND DUCK RACE Sunday 15 June 2014 Kaiteriteri Beach 10 - 2pm Postponement date 29 June Swim registration from 10am Suck Race at 11:30am Swim at 12:30pm Fun family event, fabulous prizes, best dress swimmer competition, yummy food, face painting, music, great coffee, bid dig.

NELSON PERFORMING ARTS COMPETITIONS : 25-27TH JULY Nelson College for Girls.

Showcase your talent !

Vocal, instrumental, drama and speech. Entry forms : www.npac.co.nz.

TABLE TENNIS FOR BEGINNERS. Coaching every Monday afternoon 3:30 – 5pm at Saxton Stadium for students aged 10 years and over. Bats and balls provided, cost is only $3, subsidised by Nelson Orthodontics . Phone Paul on 5441572 for more information. INTELLIGENT REWARDS : if you are a Telstra Clear subscriber, please nominate Nayland Primary for this scheme. Our school can receive a range of eLearning rewards. The YMCA is running an Out of School Care and Recreation, After School Care Programme in your area. These programmes are very popular with children and their parents and are open weekdays 3pm 6pm. All programmes are CYF certified and WINZ subsidies available for eligible families. For more information please contact Lilly on Ph 545 6636 or email [email protected] .

MULTICULTURAL TODDLERS GROUP Interesting speakers: toddler friendly activities. Make new friends. Nelson Public Library Activities Room. Every Friday : 10am- noon in term time. Contact Megan 021 165 1159. [email protected].

THE NAYLAND BADMINTON CLUB : Tuesdays at Stoke Memorial Hall. 4:15 – 5:45 pm. Age group: 9-18 years. Racquets and shuttlecocks provided. $5.00 Casual or $45 for a term. Enquiries to Aimee Ph 545 6518 /0276979270 or Sue 547 2484/ 02102502239.

CREATIVE KIDS Drama and Movement Classes for ages 5-10. Children build confidence, communication and drama skills and have fun! Professional Curriculum. Nelson and Richmond. Enrol now for term 2. Contact Hester Phillips, 5466638 / 021 202 1573 or visit www.pulsedancedrama.co.nz for information about the classes we offer.

JUST DANCE- Children enjoy the challenge and become great dancers. Dance/Movement classes for ages 7-10. Thursdays, Victory Community Centre. $55 - $75 per term. Financial assistance available upon request. Enrol now for term 2. To enrol or to find out more contact Hester Phillips, 546 6638 / 021 202 1573 or visit www.pulsedancedrama.co.nz for information about the classes we offer.

STARSHIP CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL PHONES FOR REWARDS – MOBILE PHONE APPEAL : we can earn some exciting rewards for our school. Have a look at home, ask around at work, and drop off your old mobile phones to the box in the school office. We don’t need chargers, and ask that you take out your batteries which can be placed in the box as well.

DISCO – FRIDAY 6 JUNE Mad Beat Dance Studio, Level 1, Richmond Mall. Entrance off Queen St next to NZCU. 5.30-6.45 6-9 year olds 7.00-8.30 10-12 year olds $5 entry. Drinks, snacks and glo sticks for sale. Come along and help get FUZION to Wellington Hip Hop Unite Nationals!

KAN TABS FOR KIDNEY KIDS (AND SCREW TOPS FROM WINE BOTTLES) – Lions NZ “Each time a tab is torn from a can and placed in a pocket or a bag, a conscious thought is made to support a sick child.” The Kan Tab is A Symbol for Hope. It is estimated that one tab is worth one second of hope and support for a child waiting for a better chance of life through dialysis or a kidney transplant. Take the Kan Tabs and screw tops to Nayland Primary School office.