Bruce McLaren Intermediate School
Tel: 836 3175, http://www.brucemclaren.school.nz/
3rd April 2008 Newsletter No. 09/08
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FROM THE PRINCIPALS OFFICE
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Dear Parents & Friends of the School
Going around the classrooms, I can see the progress the children are making in learning their Maths basic facts. These are essential if the children are to make future progress in Mathematics.
The syndicate leaders report that the children are making good overall academic progress and that this progress is accelerating. Great news!
David Crickmer, Principal
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MUFTI DAY
The school will be having a Mufti Day on Tuesday, 8th April.
A gold coin donation please – all money raised to go to Rotary.
ABSENCES
If your child is absent from school, do please let us know. You can phone us on 836-3175 or you can text us on 027 436-3175. If you do this, it would be most appreciated. Having to phone you to check on the unexplained absence of your child is taking a lot of time.
NEWSLETTER BY EMAIL
We have had a few glitches with the newsletter being emailed to those that subscribed via our school website. These problems seem to have all been sorted so if you would like to receive our school newsletter electronically, visit our website www.brucemclaren.school.nz, Notices & Newsletters and subscribe.
KEL ROBINSON CUP
The Kel Robinson Memorial Cup was awarded this week to Recan Kauwhata from Rm 7 for participating in all areas of school life and showing the 5 C’s. Congratulations!
CHOCOLATE FISH AWARDS
The chocolate fish in the Merit Card draw this week were awarded to:
Leza Smith (x2) Rm 13
Brooklyn McIver Rm 3
Jade Rowe Rm 1
Connor Guttery Rm 6
Junior Ogotau Rm 10
NEW SOUTH WALES
SCIENCE ASSESSMENT
This will take place on Thursday, 29th May. The cost for this is $6.50. If you wish your child to participate, please complete the permission slip below and return to Mrs Matthews, Rm 9, with the necessary $6.50 by Monday, 14th April.
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ATTENTION: MRS MATTHEWS, RM 9
I give permission for:
………………………………………………………………………………… (first name and surname) from Room …………………
to participate in the New South Wales Science Assessment and enclose the necessary $6.50.
Signed………………………………………………………………….. (parent/guardian).
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CHOCOLATE FUNDRAISING
Please help us out by selling blocks of cholates for $2 each. Fresh supplies have arrived – Caramello and Top Deck. Please send the permission slip to Mrs Brooks.
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ATTENTION: MRS BROOKS
My child, ………………………………………………………,
from Room ………… has permission to sell chocolates.
Signed…………………………………………………………………… (parent/guardian).
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PTA FUNDRAISING
ENTERTAINMENT BOOKS
The PTA will be selling Entertainment Books again this year. These are $65 each and the school receives $13 from each book sold. They are valid from now until 1st June 2009. There is over $15,000 worth of vouchers for restaurants, entertainment venues, and accommodation – Kelly Tarltons, Skycity Cinemas, Pizza Hut, KFC, McDonalds and many more! Help support your school.
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ATTENTION: PTA
Name: ……………………………………………………………………………
Childs Name: ……….………………………… Childs Room: ……..
I would like to purchase …………… book/s at $65 each.
I enclose payment of $...... (Please make cheques out to Bruce McLaren Intermediate School).
Please complete and return to school by Friday, 11th April.
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Community Notices
CLUB MED INFORMATIVE EVENING
Ever thought about a Club Med holiday? Find out more… Come along to our CLUB MED evening Tuesday 8th April at 6pm and meet the team at the new UNITED TRAVEL office in Te Atatu Peninsula. Call now to register: 09-8348600 (spaces are limited).
APRIL HOLIDAY ART WORKSHOPS
Monday, 21st April – Thursday, 24th April
9-12noon – Painting 12.30–3pm Mixed Media/Paint
Monday, 28th April – Thursday, 1st May
9-12noon – Painting 12.30–3pm Clay
Term 2 Art Classes for Children
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs; 7-13 years, 4-5.30pm
Saturdays; 9+ at 9.00am & 5+ at 11.00am
Begins Monday, 5th May
Where: Children’s Art School
Arts, Language & Literacies Department, University of Auckland, Faculty of Education, Epsom
For more information phone 623-8858.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOP
HOLIDAY SEMINARS CHARITABLE TRUST has again organised school holiday workshops for Gifted & Talented students Years 4-10 (approx. 8-15yrs) 22nd to 30th April, Selwyn College, Kohimarama, Auckland.
Workshops include:
ASTRONOMY, ARCHITECTURE, BE A FAMOUS ARTIST, CARTOON ART, CLASSICS FOR BEGINNERS, CHESS COACHING, CODES & CIPHERS, CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS, DIPLOMACY, FANCIFUL WORLDS,GREAT MOVIE MAKERS, HERALDRY, HIDDEN KNOWLEDGE, MATHS OLYMPICS, MIME, MASKS & MELODRAMA, MIND READING, RISK WORLD CONQUEST, SORCEROR'S APPRENTICE, STRATEGY GAMES SYMPOSIUM, TOY BOX TECHNOLOGY, WEIRD & WACKY ART.
Visit www.holidayseminars.co.nz for full workshop descriptions, Organiser: JEAN HENDY-HARRIS, Tel: 09 585 0111, Mob: 021 389 448, Fax: 09 585 0144, email:
CORBAN ESTATE ART CENTRE
We offer classes for children aged 5 - 14
April / May School Holiday Programme
All classes are from 10am - 2.30pm and are 2 days long. Classes are $90 for 2 days. Topics include VJ Workshop, Design your own T.shirt, Flying Machines, Screen Printing, Painting and More!
Come and visit the Corban Estate Art Centre gallery during the school holidays - FREE ENTRY
Term 2 Childrens Art Classes
Classes are $120 for 8 weeks. Topics include, Mask Making, Cartooning, Painting, Pottery and More!
Community Services Card Discounts
Thanks to the support of the Waitakere Licensing Trust we can offer a limited number of 50% discounts on childrens classes, to families who are residents of Waitakere City and hold a current community services card
Kids Art Festival
17th May, 11 - 4.pm, a fantastic free family event at the Corban Estate Arts Centre. Performers, stalls, and the chance to try a range of arts activities including weaving, painting, clay work, paper making, junk art assemblages, printmaking, building a sculpture, and storytelling.
For further information or to enrol please contact 8384455email or visitwww.ceac.org.nz in early May.
WEST AUCKLAND FAMILY SERVICE
The West Auckland Family Services is looking to recruit new caregivers to boost their pool of Foster Caregivers. Caregivers should be families who are willing to open their hearts and their homes to nurture and help children through a difficult time in their lives.
There is an information evening on Wednesday, 9th April between 6.30pm and 7.30pm at their offices – 298 West Coast Road, Glen Eden.
Please contact Nikki Mathieson, (09) 818-0210, or email:
WAITAKERE ECO CITY CHALLENGE
The inaugural Waitakere Eco City Challenge will take place on Sunday 13 April. It is a navigation challenge exploring the many pathways and green spaces of Waitakere City. This event is for all ages and abilities, and teams can be between 2 and 5 people. Teams will navigate their way, using the map provided, to as many checkpoints as they can by walking, running or travelling by bus. Get a team from work, school, family or friends together for this fun day out! Heaps of spot prizes including two LCD/DVD TVs!
Visit www.ecocitychallenge.co.nz or call 09 8177621 for more information and to register.
YOUNG BELIEVERS YOUTH GROUP
Young Believers Youth Group meets every Wednesday at the school hall and it is open to all! Our up and coming event is Str8 Off Da Street. For more info, come to one of our youth nights. Text or call Bex 021 175 6742.
WHANAU DAY OUT 2008
Whanau Day Out 2008, Saturday 5th April 2008,
Parrs Park, 497 West Coast Road, Glen Eden.
10am - 6pm.
A FREE family day out at Parrs Park celebrating families. 8 hours of Live Entertainment, Hiphop, Rock 'n' Roll, Cultural Groups, bands & more. Stalls, Kids Entertainment, FREE Parking, FREE Entry, Bring a blanket and sunscreen and enjoy a FREE day out in the community.
All queries contact Stephanie: 021-129-7448 or email or visit our website: www.ezekiel33.org.nz
PARNELL DISTRICT SCHOOL GALA DAY
Parnell District School’s 135th Birthday Gala Day – Sunday, 13th April 10am – 3pm.
28 stalls selling home made preservatives, cakes and sweets, plus toys, books, clothing, sports gear, white elephant, and much much more. There will be plenty of entertainment for the children, plusdelicious food from a range of vendors, a live auction at 12pm, and music and performances by the children of Parnell District School throughout the day. Pop the date in your diary – everyone welcome!
You'll find us on the corner St Stephen's Ave and Gladstone Road, Parnell.
AFTER SCHOOL SERVICE
McLaren Park and Henderson South Community Initiative will be offering an After School Service from the beginning of Term 2 for 5 to 14 year olds at Henderson South School. Activities include regular drama and singing sessions leading to a talent quest at the end of the programme; children setting up an edible garden to grow plants, learn about the seasons, develop an understanding of healthy food, and eat the results; and a wellbeing programme which will include voluntary service, physical activities and business enterprise. The cost is $10 per session/$50 per week. For more information, contact McLaren Park and Henderson South Community Initiative on 838 4820 and ask for Extended Services.
APRIL HOLIDAY ART WORKSHOPS
Monday, 21st April – Thursday, 24th April
9-12noon – Painting 12.30–3pm Mixed Media/Paint
Monday, 28th April – Thursday, 1st May
9-12noon – Painting 12.30–3pm Clay
Term 2 Art Classes for Children
Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs; 7-13 years, 4-5.30pm
Saturdays 9+ at 9.00am & 5+ at 11.00am
Children’s Art School
Arts, Language & Literacies Department
University of Auckland, Faculty of Education
Epsom
For more information phone 623-8858.