TNIS Panui Wiki 1, Wā Kura 4 2021
Te Kura Waenga Whakangungu O Takapuna
Important Dates
2021
TERM FOUR
Week 1: 18/10 - 22/10
Week 2: 25/10 - 29/10
Term Dates 2021
Term One
Mon 2 February - Fri 16 April
Term Two
Mon 3 May- Fri 9 July
Term Three
Mon 26 July - Fri 1 October
Term Four
Mon 18 October - Tues 14 December
Tumuaki Kōrero
Kia ora whānau
It has been great to connect back with our learners and staff this week. We hope that you and your bubble have navigated through the challenges of the last few weeks.
We are looking forward to a positive and interesting term. Well-being and connection will continue to be our main focus for the classrooms. Please encourage your children to connect with us during the school day.
As the education situation changes we will stay in touch with our TNIS plans through our School App and newsletters. Next week we will provide you with information regarding our online learning programme.
Ngā mihi nui,
Wendy
Weekly Focus
Action: Actively display resilience!
Wananga - Effective learning interactions
Ako
The TNIS Way - Values in our school
How have you seen each value in action?
What do YOU do to show that you are living this value?
What does this value mean to you?
Why is this value special at TNIS?
How do we let everyone know about this value?
We were highly impressed by their insights! Here is a sample of their thoughts:
Ngā Whakapiringitanga - Safe Learning Environment
- This value is a key aspect of the TNIS way, students and teachers well-being and safety is always the most important thing, making sure our learning environments are safe is a priority and this ensures that all students are happy and comfortable around the school/classrooms.
- Teachers ensure we are all safe especially during these tough times, during class time it's awesome that students can talk to other students, teachers and teacher assistants whenever they have a question or just want to talk, I am honestly so grateful that TNIS always checks on everyone and puts the well-being of others first.
Hauora - Well Being
Ako - Everyone is a Learner Kotahitanga - Reflective Practice This value is special at TNIS because it is an important method of reflecting on work so that TNIS students can reflect on their work to improve themselves and their work standard and quality. This isn't just about reflecting on our work, it's about reflecting on how we act and react to what is happening around us. Manakitanga - Caring for Others Mahi Tahi - Working Together Mana Motuhake - Respect for Others Whanaungatanga - Relationships Tangata Whenuatanga - Affirming Learners’ Culture
Vaccination Information
Videos
Nigel Latta, Dr Maia Brewerton and Dr Helen Petousis-Harris recently answered questions in a Facebook live event.
Mihingarangi Forbes sat down with Dr Hinemoa Elder to discuss some key concerns and hesitancies.
Vax Facts with Māori Doctors: Dr Anthony Jordan, Dr Papaarangi Reid, Dr Rawiri McKree-Jansen, Dr Maia Brewerton (specialists and activists in Māori health) take phone calls from the Public about Covid and the Vaccine. (Most callers are unvaccinated.)
Clinical psychologist Rachel Prebble explains how to talk to friends and whānau in this video create an opportunity for open, safe conversations which build trust and enable change over time
A fun and informative item on the Hahana Facebook page with answers to lots of vaccine questions.
A rangatahi panel with Dr Jason Tuhoe to kōrero about the vaccine from different perspectives (vaccinated, vaccine hesitant, wants to be vaccinated but whānau pressure not to).
Watch a discussion between four health professionals where they share their thoughts, knowledge and experiences of the COVID vaccine in Straight Up with Dr. Lily Fraser – The Panel.
Articles
Why some people struggle to change their minds about vaccination is a video and article in The Whole Truth series on Stuff.
Talking to vaccine hesitant people – an article on the World Health Organisation website, also available in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Portuguese and Spanish.
A recent article in The Herald where University of Auckland vaccinologist Associate Professor Helen Petousis-Harris looks at 10 vaccine myths circulating on social media.
In this The Spinoff article, Kate Hannah (a cultural historian at Te Pūnaha Matatini) shares some thoughts on how to talk to loved ones who are vaccine hesitant.
School News and Information
Netball Update
Due to Alert Level settings, the remainder of the North Harbour Netball season has been cancelled. On another note, there is a possibility of a Spring league. Please see below:
Intermediate and College Spring Leagues
Wednesdays - 27th October to 1st December
Venue: Netball North Harbour Courts (All 7-aside leagues are played outside)
Length: 6 weeks
Registration close date: 20th October for Primary, Intermediate, College and Club
Cost: $140.00 for all leagues (unless stated below)ICAS
Reminders
Year 9 Enrolments for 2022
School Fundraising
Community News
STEAM @ WGHS Applications Now Open
APPLY FOR STEAM IN 2022 HERE
Westlake Girls High School offers a STEAM programme involving an integrated and innovative approach to the teaching of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics, aligned to the UN Sustainable Goals.
Do you want a quick overview of what STEAM is like from a student’s perspective? Check out Lily Winchester’s video HERE
Also take a look at our latest Newsletter HERE
More information can be found on the STEAM page of our school website.
Musical Instrument lessons available at school
Our School works with the Music Education Centre to offer parents the convenience of specialist instrumental lessons for their children here at school. If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, please contact the Music Education Centre directly on 0800 89 39 39 or lessons@musiceducation.co.nz.
Guitar Lessons - Dave Gatman
Hi there! I have taught Guitar to kids in schools for over 15 years. I love working with kids and inspiring the next generation of musicians. I like to make my lessons as positive and fun as possible, teaching a range of songs from traditional folk/blues to the current pop and rock tunes.
I've played the guitar in a large variety of settings, and I'm currently in a covers band playing at weddings, bars and parties.
Lessons are in groups of up to 4 at a time, and cost $20.00 plus gst, for half an hour.
Individual lessons are offered if I feel like the student will benefit from them, and if I have space. These cost $35.00 plus GST per half hour.
Lessons are on Wednesday mornings at TNIS as well.
Feel free to contact me - dave.gatman@musiqhub.co.nz. Or text/call on 021 2221456.
Thanks,
Dave
Contact Us
Email: office@tnis.school.nz
Website: tnis.school.nz
Location: 26 Northcote Road, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand
Phone: 09 489 3940