Speech Competition
We will be holding our Annual School Speech Competition on the 24th of September at 1 pm in the school hall. In-class speeches will take place before the school speech competition and the top 4 from each class (room 4 to room 6) will go through to the finals on the 24th. The year 1 to 3 students will do poetry recitals. Unfortunately, although we are back under level 2 there are new restrictions therefore parents are unable at this stage. We will record them for parents to view.
The Rotary Speech Competition is on the 27th in the evening at Waipukurau School but please note this date may also change or have restrictions in place.
Teacher Only Days this term:
School Fun Run 2021
Today the students all took part in our school cross-country which counted as our fun run to raise money for the sacred space.
We have raised $3948, great job team - what an awesome effort!
If you collected cash please ensure you return your booklet and money to the school office by the 20th of September.
From the 17th of September to the 24th of September, students can order their prizes online.
MESSAGE FROM OUR SCHOOL LEADERS
Kia ora,
Hopefully, everyone had a good lockdown. It's great to see everyone back at school, enjoying being back. This week we have our Cross Country. It will be a great time at Ms. Laugesen’s farm. Hopefully, everyone has a fun day and has a great time out of school. There is only a couple of weeks left in this term until Term 4 starts. Make sure to have fun and stay safe.
By Jonty and Riley.W
CATHOLIC CHARACTER
First Holy Communion – we are currently taking registrations for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and First Holy Communion. If your child is over 8 years of age please register at the office. This is an important part of your child’s faith journey.
Challenge yourself - Can you memorize the Hail Mary in Te Reo this week?
HAIL MARY – ĀWE MARIA
Āwe Maria, e kī ana koe i te keratia,
kei ā koe te Ariki,
ko koe e whakapainga ana i ngā wāhine,
ā, ka whakapainga hoki a Hēhu,
te hua o tōu kōpū.
E Hāta Maria, te Matua o te Atua,
īnoi koe mō mātou he hunga hara
āianei, ā, a te haora o to mātou matenga rawa.
Āmene
Covid Level 2 - There are to be no public Masses or other liturgical events or in-person parish gatherings in the Diocese – revised next week. Churches are to be closed except for funerals, as it is difficult to monitor contact tracing, social distancing, mask wearing, and numbers.
MESSAGE FROM THE DRS
The 2021 Caritas resources encourage us to BE the Church through our daily lives and the way we encounter others. Pope Francis sums up our daily challenge this way …
This is challenging for each one of us. Take, for example, the fourth beatitude …
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled” (Matthew 5:6)
… when we see injustice in our world, each one of us must ask ourselves the question: How is the Lord calling me to respond?
Choose one of the prayers that you like the best and pray it with your family.
Social Justice Week Daily Prayers
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1y_b9pRMCCP_qhURV7_NHU9JZjypyDDIZeSonEyfqsdM/edit#slide=id.p
Here are some challenges. Which ones can you complete?
The first one is a te reo challenge
Challenge number one AKO - LEARN the te reo for FIVE of the key words or phrases on this BEATITUDE STICKERS poster.
Challenge number two - Record/ Video/create a TikTok of yourself using the te reo and share it with someone outside your bubble.
Challenge number three - Read the poem Be.
SPECIAL WELCOME
A very special welcome to St Joseph’s School to Sofia Del Mar and Fukun Hong (Room 1). We look forward to sharing the wonderful educational journey with you.
CBG HOUSE REWARDS
PFG Update
QUIZ
Reminder that we have postponed this event until level 1. Once the rules are set out for events we will let everyone know what's going on. We are half sold on tables, please book yours pending new date to save disappointment of missing out! We are still looking for donations of items, services, or vouchers to use as prizes on the night. If you can help us out please drop to the school office or contact us through our Facebook page or email (details below). Thank you!
LUNCHES
These will start again at level 1.
Facebook:
St Joseph's Parents and Friends Group - Waipukurau Email: Stjosephspfg@gmail.com Have a lovely week. PFG Committee
Attendance Dues Information – September 2021
- Thank you to all families who have made payment or made contact and organised payment arrangements for Attendance Dues this year.
- The 4th and final statement for Attendance Dues 2021 and any arrears for this year and previous years will be emailed or posted by the end of this week. Emails will be sent from Diocese of Palmerston North Attendance Dues Team dues@pndiocese.org.nz and may appear in your junk/spam folder.
- One-off payments by credit card or debit card (Visa or Mastercard only) can be made using our website: www.pndiocese.org.nz/education/dues.
- We have extended the due date from late September to 15th October 2021 to allow families additional time to make payment. Any questions, please get in touch. We are only a call away.
- The Attendance Dues team are happy to advise payment options that will help your family to pay your Attendance Dues. Please contact the Dues team before 15th October to discuss this with you.
Our contact details are as follows:
0800 200 208; or
Cycling CHB Club Nights Tuesday starting 28th of September.
Registrations are now open to join the Club on our website: https://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/join
Please spread the word among your friends and colleagues who may have piqued their cycling interest over the lockdown period. It would be nice to see some fresh faces, and with a strong E1 and E2 grade, new and young riders will have a great group to ride with.
Membership fees have not changed from last year - ranging from $10 for social or under 13's up to $55 for adults; $110 for a family. Payment by internet banking - details at the bottom of the registration page on the website.
Did you know we are on facebook? https://www.facebook.com/Cycling-CHB-Bats242428416130904 Get all the latest news on our Facebook page.
Any enquiries to Cheryl Christie 027 263 7634 or email us at cyclingchb@gmail.com
HOT SHOTS
Just a reminder the Hot Shots tennis registrations close this week.
This is based at the Waipukurau Club on a Wednesday afternoon at 3.30 to 4.30
To register you need to go onto our Waipukurau Tennis and Squash Facebook site scroll down and there you will find a google link to take you to the registration page.
Otherwise phone Jane 0273600834.
Teacher Aide Position - Omakere School
Our new teacher aide will provide 1-1 support for an inquisitive, interactive, and happy Year 3 student as he learns within the classroom programme. Lifting, personal care, and health care are part of this position.
To apply or for more information, please send your CV, cover letter, and referee information to Sue Taylor, Principal, Omakere School principal@omakere.school.nz
