SJS Newsletter Term 2 Week 8
Newsletter 22 June 2022
Our Vision: To grow Catholic, Christian young people,
who are confident, connected lifelong learners, inspired by the teachings of Jesus,
and who make a positive difference in their community.
Tēnā tātou
Dear Family/Whānau
We are looking forward to seeing many of you at our Matariki breakfast tomorrow morning at 8am in the hall. Friday is New Zealand's first public holiday to celebrate Matariki, there will be no school on this day. Next week we look forward to hearing from learners how families celebrated Matariki.
When I first starting teaching at St James’ some years ago, there was quite a group of retired people or volunteers who came in regularly to listen to our learners reading. I would very much like to start this up again. It would certainly be a positive experience for our learners. If you know of someone who would be interested in supporting our learners in this way, could you please ask them to contact the school office and I could give them more details.
School Board Elections will be taking place next term. At St James' we have been extremely blessed to have been governed by a committed group of Whanāu. I am aware some of our board members will not be seeking re-election. This provides openings and opportunities for others within our school community. As a member of your school's board, you will need to work well in a team and have good communication skills. It can help to have an understanding of the education sector. You may have financial skills, policy or health and safety , knowledge and understanding of particular communities within our school, or experience working within your school and wider communities. Every school board member is well-supported by NZSTA’s range of learning and development opportunities.
Reporting - Your children will be bringing home their mid year progress report on the final Friday of the term, July 8. You will then have an opportunity, if you wish, to discuss this report with your child’s teacher on Tuesday 26 July or Wednesday 27 July. Booking details details will be sent out closer to that time.
We are reporting maths using the PaCT report format. Over the last year we have been having professional development using this programme, from the Ministry of Education. The maths learning and teaching focuses on eight aspects of mathematics which are called the Learning progressions. Additive, Multiplicative thinking, Measurement Sense, Geometric thinking, Using symbols and expressions to think mathematically, Statistical investigations, Patterns and relationships, Interpreting statistical and chance situations.
Below is a diagram showing the reporting format.
In this inclement weather please come into school and pick up your child/ren from under the deck if it is really wet.
Have a wonderful Matariki celebration this weekend.
E te Atua e manaaki ki a koutou katoa
May God Bless you all
Christine Cosgrove
Catholic Special Character
To celebrate the rededication, our Bishops commissioned this new piece of art by Artist Damien Walker. They wanted a depiction of Mary that connects her to Aotearoa. The piece challenges us to see her as a woman of incredible strength and the place she holds in our hearts and our community today.
Te Ara a Maria will be in the School Hall until Thursday morning, we invite families to visit, pray and reflect during her time here at Hato Heemi.
More information on the rededication of Aotearoa New Zealand to Mary, Mother of God, Assumed into Heaven may be obtained from the Te Ara a Maria Mary's Way website and the artwork guide.
Celebrations - Celebrating Success
Welcome - We extend a warm welcome to Lily-Raine who has started her faith and learning journey at Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi. We also extend a warm welcome to her family and whānau.
We welcome Rachel Anderson to our staff. Rachel has a fix-term appointment for the remainder of Term 2 to provide additional learning support.
Farewell - This week we farewell Aaron and Ethan are returning to Port Moresby we hope you have enjoyed your faith and learning journey at Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi. We wish their family safe travels as they return to their homeland.
Manawatu Residential Championship Henry and Max won the doubles
U11 singles - Max won and Henry placed second
U13 singles Max 2nd
Interschool Cross Country - On Tuesday 7 June we sent 13 children to the Interschool Cross Country event held at Ashhurst Domain. It was a stunning day. Thank you to Hamish, Julia, Caroline and Andy for transporting and supervising the children at this event.
Results will be sent out once we receive them from the organisers.
Reminders
Friday's - Sports Uniform - Just a reminder all learners are to wear their sports uniform to school on Fridays, every week.
School Uniform - Please ensure learners come to school with their Sports uniform or spare uniform in their bags in case they get wet or dirty. If learners are wearing a thermal please make sure it is v-neck, either white, grey, navy blue or black and must not be visible under school uniforms.
Are your contact details correct? If you have moved recently, please contact us to update your details.
Car Park - Just a reminder that the carpark is closed between 8.30am-9.00am and 2.30pm-3.00pm. There is a barrier at both entrances to the car park. Please ensure you do not park in the Tui Daycare Centre car parks or block the driveway. Exit from our carpark can only be made via the main car park exit as it is one way. Thank you for your understanding and patience while we keep our tamariki safe crossing the pedestrian crossing.
Car Parking on Albert Street Drop Off and Pick Up Zone: The four car parks between the signs at the front of the school on Albert Street are a drop off and pick up area, and are not intended for parking in. Stay with your vehicle please. This is a council initiative to aid traffic flow. Do not be offended if you find a flyer on your window screen or are asked to move and park somewhere else. Please ensure that the Bus stop is clear at all times.
Nippers Out of School Care and Holiday Programme - Need care during the school holidays?
Nippers operates out of our St James’ Catholic School Hall, contact 356 7926, 021 645 806 or nippers@inspire.net.nz for more information.
School Facebook - have you liked our new page to stay informed?
St James' School PTFA - Parent and Teachers and Friends Association
The next PTFA (Parent, Teacher and Friends Association) meeting will be held in the staffroom on Wednesday 3 August 2022 at 6.30-8.00 pm. Do you wish to get involved and assist with fundraising initiates? Together we make a difference and we invite you to come along to this meeting with ideas, new families welcome. It would be great to see some families from each learning space.
PTFA Pizza Lunch Friday 1st July - $2 per slice for Hawaiian, Meat Lovers or Simply Cheese. Orders taken outside the front office before school on 1st July.
Pastoral Care Baking - We are continuing to support our school community when required through this pandemic by way of pastoral care, this may be meal or baking. If this sounds like something you might be interested in supporting please contact t.gunn@stjamescatholic.school.nz.
Kelly Hoskins
PTFA Chairperson
ptfachairperson@stjamescatholic.school.nz
Serving Our Saints with Faith and Enthusiasm
St James' Catholic School Board Update
The next BOT meeting will be held in the staffroom on Monday 4 July 2022 at 6.00 pm. All welcome.
Policies for Community Consultation
The following Policies are out for community consultation. Comments are due back to the School Office before 24 July 2022 to office@stjamescatholic.school.nz.
DRAFT Policy - Administration of Medication
DRAFT Policy - Providing Care for Sick or Injured Children
DRAFT Policy - Surrender and Retention
Triennial School Board Elections are coming up next term. Elections will take place 5-23 September 2022. All of New Zealand's state and state-integrated schools have a school board which is the Crown entity responsible for the governance of the school. School board members play an important role in shaping the education experience and achievements of students.
The board:
- ensures every student can reach their highest possible standard in student achievement
- is the employer of all staff in the school
- sets the school's strategic direction in consultation with parents, whānau, staff, students and the wider school community
- is responsible for overseeing the management of personnel, curriculum, property, finance and administration.
St James' Catholic School Board consists of Parent Representatives, Proprietor Appointees, Staff Representative and the Principal.
More information on Becoming a Board Member.
NZSTA hosts a series Kōrari Workshops throughout New Zealand to help people understand the role of school board members and inspire them to get involved – either by standing for election or voting in the mid-terms. Find out more about Kōrari here.
Michael Fennessy
Chairperson (boardchairperson@stjamescatholic.school.nz)
Dates for Your Diary
Please keep checking the Events Calendar on the school website or school App as we are updating this should events be cancelled/postponed. All coming events will continue to be updated here. Add to my Calendar.
2022 Term Dates & Holidays. Please add these to your diary, in particular the Staff Only Days.
TERM 2
Week 8
Thursday 23 June - Matariki Breakfast
Friday 24 June - Matariki Public Holiday (No School)
Week 9
Friday 1 July - PTFA Pizza Lunch
Saturday 2 July - Vex Robotics - Scrimmage 1
Week 10
Mid Year Reports coming home this Friday 8 July
Monday 4 July - School Board Meeting
Friday 8 July - Last Day of Term 2
TERM 3
Week 1
Monday 25 July - First day of Term 3
Tuesday 25 July or Wednesday 26 July - School Interviews
Week 3
Thursday 11 August - St Peter's Open Night
Getting Involved
Yummy Apple stickers - Please continue to collect these throughout the year. Collection sheets are also available from the school office.
Cut out Label Collection Sheet
New Variety Sticker Collection
Sticker Collection Sheet
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