Important information for Out of Zone Enrolments

The Woodstock Board of Trustees invites applications from parents who wish to enrol their children at Woodstock School for the period

20 July to 17 December, 2015.

Enrolment at the school is governed by an Enrolment Scheme, details of which are available from the school office (this includes a description of the Home Zone)

The Board has determined that a total of 20 places are likely to be available for Out of Home Zone students during this period.

The exact number of places will depend on the number of applications received from students who live within the school’s enrolment zone.

Application forms are available from the school office ph (07) 855 6686,

 fax (07) 8537056, email frontoffice@woodstock.school.nz

The deadline for receipt of application for Out of Home Zone places is

4pm Friday 8^th May, 2015.

Parents who live within the home zone and who intend enrolling their child at any time should notify the school by Friday 8^th May, 2015 to assist the school in planning appropriately for this period. Students in the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school.

If the number of out of zone applications exceeds the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot (except in the case of special programmes, where the criteria in the enrolment scheme apply).

If a ballot for out of zone places is required, it will be held on

Tuesday 12^th May, 2015. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.

Woodstock School Board of Trustees

Photo Day

Class and Individual Photos will be taken on Wednesday 1^st April 2015.

Order envelopes have been sent home with children.

Please do not bring your envelope and money on the morning of the photographs. Any orders need to be made before Wednesday 1^st April.

Sibling envelopes are available from the office.

Individual Photos will only be taken for children who have pre ordered and paid for one.

If you require another order envelope please contact the school office.

Colour Run Order Form

We were very fortunate to have Em J. Photography take some amazing photos of all the fun and action at our Colour Run Fundraiser. We are making the digital images available for purchase.

Images will cost
$2 for 1 image
$5 for 3 images
$10 for 10 images

Photos are available to view on the Woodstock School website and in the School library foyer. These images will be emailed to you.  Please return order with money to the school office.

Write “Colour Run Photo Order with child's name and class room on envelope.

Return form by Thursday 2nd April.

Name……………………………………………………. Class No……

Email address ………………………………………………………………………..

Images Requested : Please clearly write the image numbers below.
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TOTAL No of Images ………….

TOTAL COST …………………..

Thanks again to EM J Photograhpy for covering this event.

Colour Run Photo Proofs

Photos proofs from the Woodstock Colour Run are now available to view online. A notice will come home shortly with information about prices and how to order. (It is a large file so it may take a while to download).

PTA CHOCOLATE FUNDRAISER

Thank you to all those that have worked hard to sell their chocolates and get the money returned on time!

The fundraiser is now over and we ask that you return all money and/or unsold chocolates to the office as soon as possible.

Thank You, PTA.

Last minute Y5 and 6 camp information

Last minute camp information for Rooms 13 and 14

Last minute camp information for Rooms 12 and 15

Gear List for camp

Principal's Newsletter

Find linked the latest Principal's Newsletter

Mr Ostermann Retires

In case you missed this on Facebook, here is the article from the Waikato Times celebrating the career of Steve Ostermann

Woodstock Colour Run Reminder

This Saturday 21st March 2015
Claudelands Park, Hamilton
2km fun run

Pre-registration @ 9.00-9.50 am/Starts @ 10 am

Rego pack includes: Entry fee, 2 bright packets of colour, race no.,freedom to be splattered and sprinkled & heaps of fun at the coolest run in town!

Entry Fee: Free – Toddlers (0-4 y/o) $10 – Children/Youth (Under 19 y/o) $15 - Adults $20 - Family (2 Adults + 2 Children/Youth)

CASH ONLY

Q&A - Where can I register for the Woodstock Colour Run?
You can register online www.squiggle.org.nz or come on Saturday 21st March 2015 and register at 9am. CASH ONLY.

Q&A - What is a colour run?
A 2km fun run around the Claudelands Park and while you're running, walking, skipping or strolling you'll be sprinkled with coloured powder along the way!

Q&A - Is the coloured powder safe?
Yes! It's coloured cornstarch that is non-toxic and non-staining. It's shipped from India is the Holi powder used for many celebrations.

Q&A - What shall I wear?
Wear comfy clothes and running/walking shoes. White t-shirts are great, so you can see all of the cool colours. Don't wear anything that you wouldn't want to get dirty!

Q&A - Who can register?
Everyone and everyone!!! No age restrictions!! Parents will need to be responsible for their tamariki/children. The run course is ideal for prams and wheelchairs too - however you may want to use a cover for prams if you want to avoid coloured dust getting inside your buggy.

Q&A - What time does it start?
You can collect your rego packs on Saturday 21st March between 9am and 9.50am. Race debrief is at 9.50am and the fun begins at 10.00am. We should be done and dusted (literally!!) by 11.00am.

Q&A - Where can I park?
Claudelands Park (Hamilton) is on the corner of Boundary Rd and Heaphy Tce - right next to the Claudelands Event Centre. There is heaps of street parking around the park.

Q&A - Why is the registration so affordable compared to other colour runs?
It's our school "fun"raiser - and we want as many people as possible to enter! Registration packs include 2 x packets of coloured powder and race number. Fun and laughter are free of charge!!

Q&A - Where do we run/walk/skip/jog?
The course is around the Claudelands Park and through the ngahere (bush). There is no running on roads or bridges - everything will start and finish at the park!

Q&A - Will the colour powder ruin my hair?
It will normally dust out (eventually!) however it does tend to stick to blonde coloured hair - so best to oil your hair (e.g. coco-nut oil) or wear a hat during the race.

Q&A - Is the powder harmful to breathe or if it gets in my eyes?
We will encourage people not to aim the powder at faces or if you do want your face covered with powder, close your eyes and don't inhale. Even though it's colour cornstarch, it's still not something you want to eat or rub into your eyes. Bring sunnies and/or a bandanna if you're extra concerned.

Q&A - Can I take photos?
Of course - take heaps - but perhaps wrap your phone in gladwrap or put it inside a snaplock plastic bag to give it some extra protection.

School Photos

CEU receive their prize!

A special time for Whaea Carol and the children in Room 17 as they were presented with their prize for the 2014 competition to compose and sing the official birthday song for Hamilton City.