Principal's Newsletter - March 29

Check out the link to view the latest news from the the Principal's Desk


Steve Ostermann
Principal



Safe Journeys Newsletter from the City Council

Find attached information from the Hamilton City council regarding their work in getting children to school safely

ICAS Reminder

Reminder ICAS forms and fees are due in on Friday 30^th March.  No late entries can be filed after this date

Friday Fun Day

Friday 30 March is Fun Day at Woodstock School.  We are supporting two great causes
1. World Autism Day
2. Red Puppy Bikkie Day (for the Blind Foundation)

Click here to find out further information

PTA Meeting Reminder

To all parents/caregivers

Just to remind you that the PTA meeting is on Monday 26 March at 7:30pm in the staff room. Anyone who is interested in attending is very welcome to come along.

Cluster Swimming Sports

Check out a few pictures from the recent Cluster Swimming Sports.  Well Done to all those who competed

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Zealong Senior Kapahaka & Pasifika Trip

Just to confirm both the senior Kapahaka and Pasifika groups will be going on the Zealong Plantation Trip.

Click here for more information and the permission form

Room 1 teach us how to Keep Ourselves Safe

Check out this little video made by the children of Room 1, as part of their Big Learning this term. 

Zealong Senior Kapahaka & Pasifika Trip

If your child is a member of the Senior Kapahaka & Pasifika Group, download important information and permission for their upcoming trip to the Zealong Tea Plantation.

Cluster Swimming Results

On Tuesday 20th March, 28 senior students from Woodstock School competed at the Fairfield Cluster Swimming Sports.

The following children received places –
• Oliver Barris: 3rd in Year 4 Boys Backstroke
• Elizabeth McLean: 2nd in Year 4 Girls Breaststroke
• Lela Ieremia: 2nd in Year 5 Girls Freestyle
                       2nd in Year 5 Girls Breaststroke
                       3rd in Year 5 Girls Backstroke

Woodstock also received 2 places in the group relays –
• Year 4 Boys Relay: 3rd
• Year 5 Boys Relay: 3rd

It was a positive event for all the children who participated – they did extremely well and should be proud of their enthusiasm and achievements.

Once again a huge thank you to the parents who came along, your support was invaluable.

Elisabeth Joseph and Lisa Harvey

Soccer Season Info

Soccer season is on its way.  If your child is interested in playing soccer, find out more information and the permission slip in the link above.

Principal's Newsletter

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Steve Ostermann Principal



Junior Kapahaka

Junior Kapa Haka will start on Tuesday 27 March and will be held every Tuesday there after from 2.10pm until 2.30pm. Kelly Spriggs is our Tutor. She is a parent of Woodstock School and a member of Whanau Awhina. Kelly brings enthusiasm and a wealth of knowledge to this role. Kia ora, Kelly.

The session will include:
Karakia to open

School Waiata / Waiata to practise pronunciation.

Waewae takahia / wiriwiri (hand and foot action)

Karakia to close

Download the permission here

Oracy Home-School Partnership

More information about our exciting Oracy Home-School Partnership is available via the school website.

The course will take place in Room 14 and Child Care is provided.  Time = Thursdays 3—4pm on the following dates:
May 10
May 17
May 24
May 31
June 7
June 14

Download the RSVP Form here

PTA T-Shirt Fundraiser

Support the School by ordering a House T-Shirt for your child. Great Price only $16.

Download the order form here

Hockey Season Information

Woodstock Hockey 2012

Download the permission form

Woodstock School Hockey is for Years 2 - 6 children.  The hockey season runs from

Saturday 28th April until (to be advised) for 6 a side teams.

Saturday 28th April until (to be advised) for 8 a side teams.

Practice times will be set by Coaches/ Managers. More information about Hockey Uniforms and Hockey Fees will follow in another newsletter.

We will need a Manager and Coach before any team can be registered.

The 8 aside teams must also provide an umpire; who is not the coach. If you are interested in becoming a coach, or umpire, but don’t think you have the skills, training sessions for coaches and umpires are available as follows:

HNZ Smallsticks Coaching Courses

This 3 hour introductory course is aimed at people coaching primary school children. The session is ½ theory and ½ practical, so bring your hockey stick and shoes. Participants will receive a folder of coaching notes, and access to on-line coaching resources. The cost of the course is $20. There are a choice of 3 dates:

Monday 2nd April, 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Thursday 26th April, 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Monday 11th June, 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Introductory Coach Training Session

This will be a basic practical session on the turf covering the basics of skills coaching and an introduction to some fun games and drills. Meet other coaches and have your questions answered. Bring a hockey stick if you have one and wear suitable shoes and clothing for getting out on the turf. There is no cost for this training session.

Thursday 3rd May, 6:00pm -7:00pm

AN UMPIRE TRAINING FOR 8 ASIDE COACHES WILL BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE INTRODUCTORY COACH TRAINING SESSION ABOVE

Both these training sessions are to be held at the Gallagher Hockey Centre.

Senior Swimming Sports Results

On Monday 12th March we had our annual swimming sports at Municipal pools. Well done to all the children for their commitment and enthusiasm!

Click here to see a full list of results from the championship events

It's coming back! Oracy Home-school Partnership

Oracy Home school partnership is happening Term 2.

This year we are again inviting Families and Parents of Woodstock to be part of this FREE, CHILD CARE PROVIDED , FUN course.

This is a valuable opportunity and one not to be missed.  Thoughts from Parents who have already been part of Home School Partnership…

“Home school Partnership taught me that sometimes time is not on our sides but routine is!!!! Also it is fantastic to forget about housework and get down on the ground and play a game with your children, It doesn’t matter if you are driving them here, there, and everywhere they just want you to do something with them, with you as a family.”

“It helped me to understand my daughter's learning and what I can do to help her in that learning process.”

“What it did do was remind me of things that I had forgotten in the chaos of everyday life. It was also nice to meet other mums and see that we all have similar challenges to cope with. It helps to provide a support network within the school.”

Places are limited so be in quick.

Look forward to seeing you.

Nikki Turner

Red Bikkie Day

Information is linked above about our upcoming fundraiser for the Royal Foundation of New Zealand for the Blind.

Netball Season is here

Click on the link above if your child is interested playing netball for the school.

Touch Draw

Follow the link above for the draw for tonight's touch game

Principal's Newsletter - again

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Principal's Newsletter Number 3: 5 March 2012

Principal's Newsletter No 3: 5 March 2012

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