KENAKENA SCHOOL 12 Donovan Road, P.O. Box 1441, Paraparaumu Beach

Phone: 298 4011 Cell: 027 7818315 office1@kenakena.school.nz accounts@kenakena.school.nz

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Thursday, 27th October 2016 Term 4 Week 3 Dear Parents and Caregivers, He mihi tenei kia koutou nga matua, me nga kaitiaki o a tatou tamariki. Tena koutou katoa

GALA PREPARATION: JUST OVER ONE WEEK TO GO!

The reality for public education in New Zealand is that schools are under-funded. Our

gala, the Kenakena School Festival of Fun will bring in much needed additional funding

to our school to enable us to run the range of programmes we do here; the Performing

Arts, Dyslexia, Boys Mentoring, Future Choices for Girls, Reading Recovery as well as

providing funds for physical resources including information and communications

technology. The funds also pay for the Life Education Trust programme and for

visiting performers.

You’ve seen the School Parent Network’s advertisements for volunteers to help out on

the day. We still have some gaps in the volunteer list. Don’t just think that someone

else will do it. Please become involved! It’ll benefit your kids.

2016 MELBOURNE EXCHANGE PROGRAMME

The fourteen students who spent a week in Melbourne on our annual exchange

programme with our sister school Caulfield Junior College returned home last week

following a fabulous week of learning. Activities they were involved in were visits to

Old Melbourne Gaol, the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne Museum, Eureka

Skydeck and Queen Victoria Market. They also experienced the street art of

Melbourne’s laneways and spent time in the English-French Bilingual classes where

most of their CJC buddies do their learning. Our students have very fine memories of

these experiences and of the families they stayed with and friends they have met.

Many thanks to Assistant Principal Tina Buchanan for her meticulous organisation of

the exchange programme.

Amy and Ella enjoy the street art of the Melbourne Laneways with Kenakena Teacher

Kim Kelly and Caulfield Junior College teacher Isobelle Parigi

CAULFIELD JUNIOR COLLEGE WELCOME POWHIRI

Fifteen students from Caulfield Junior College in Melbourne arrive in New Zealand next

Wednesday ready to spend a week hosted by Kenakena families. The students, who

are accompanied by teachers Leora Yates and Isobelle Parigi, will be welcomed to

Kenakena at a whole school powhiri (Maori welcome) on Thursday morning (November

3), which you are very welcome to attend.

The powhiri will begin at 9.10am, when the group will be called from the waharoa

(carved gateway) at the Donovan Road entrance to the school. The powhiri will take

place in the courtyard between the school hall and classrooms 8-12. If you are

attending, you need to be seated by 9.00am. The Donovan Road entrance will be

closed from 8.55am to allow the powhiri to take place uninterrupted by people or

vehicles moving in front of our guests as they move onto the school grounds and up

to the courtyard. If the weather prevents the powhiri from taking place outdoors it will

be held in the hall with a reduced student representation.

If you are dropping children off late after 8.55am, please use the Arnold Grove

entrance.

TEACHER ONLY DAY

A reminder that our annual School Review and Planning Day takes place on Friday,

November 11. It is on this day that we review our 2016 operations and begin the

planning process for 2017.

This year our focus is on reviewing learning projects and professional development

and focussing on where these areas will go in 2017.

By beginning this process now and devoting un-interrupted time to it, we can begin

next year very well prepared.

Why does Kenakena School have Teacher Only Days?

The teaching team needs opportunities for corporate professional development and for

organisational planning and review. These opportunities are essential for enhancing

organisational effectiveness and professional practice.

When do we have teacher only days?

Teacher only days are held during the school holidays and during the school term. This year,

one teacher only day was held during the Christmas Holidays, one will take place on

November 11. When teacher only days are held during the school term we plan them for the

day prior to, or directly after a weekend. When the school is closed for a teacher only day,

the time is made up either through out-of-normal-school-time activities that the children are

involved in or by adding a day onto the end of the school year.

Why aren't all teacher only days held during the school holidays?

Teachers are already involved in organised work-related activities during the school holidays;

team planning meetings, management team meetings, professional development courses,

meetings with parents, resource organisation meetings and time spent on work planning and

assessment for the teaching programmes. In addition to this, teachers are often required to

attend night-time meetings and work during weekends. On days such as the school's Festival

of Fun gala day teachers came to work on a Saturday. They also come at night to help

supervise discos and on overnight school camps they are working twenty-four hours per day.

Teaching is a very rewarding but highly demanding job, and teachers need time to refresh

before the beginning of each term.

If we are getting professional education consultants to work with our teaching staff, we have

to go with school-term dates if that’s when they are available. It is impractical and hugely

expensive to hire relief teachers for the entire teaching staff.

2017 ENROLMENTS

We are in the process of planning for 2017. If you have a child starting school as a

five-year-old next year and haven’t yet informed us, please contact Lynda at the school

office to let us know.

If you have friends, workmates, relatives or acquaintances who are intending to enrol

their children at Kenakena in 2017, please encourage them to get in touch.

Bruce McDonald

PRINCIPAL

TERM 4 ASSEMBLIES

In the warmer weather we try and run Whole-School Assemblies. Weather permitting

these will be held at 10.10am every second Monday, starting next week.

KENAKENA SCHOOL TREATY OF WAITANGI POLICY The New Zealand curriculum acknowledges the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi, and the bicultural foundations of Aotearoa New Zealand. All students have the opportunity to acquire knowledge of te reo Mâori me ôna tikanga. (The New Zealand Curriculum, p 9). Kenakena School Trustees recently reviewed its current Treaty of Waitangi policy document and a draft is now available to view on (insert link) Trustees invite all Kenakena School parents, whanau, staff and community to provide comment on this draft by 30 November 2016. Comments may be sent to accounts@kenakena.school.nz Please note the purpose of this document is ensure all students receive the same educational opportunities to learn. No special privileges are provided by its implementation. The draft policy is available to view on our website www.kenakena.school.nz under the Information tab – Newsletters. Kia ora Marty Bercic

NEXT BYOD ROLL-OUT The first roll-out of Chromebooks to Kapiti Students has gone well and we have 46 Kenakena students who have taken advantage of this (as well as many who have purchased outright from a retailer of their choice). The next roll-out is scheduled for 22nd November with Expressions of Interest due in by 18th November. This will be the roll-out closest to the start of 2017 as well. An Expression of Interest Form is attached to this newsletter and they can be emailed to education.trust@kc.school.nz. Information regarding pricing, specifications and the Trust is available at http://whetrust.weebly.com/payment-options.html

Is there a builder or retired builder that could help do a small DIY project in the

pool area?

If so please contact the School office

FOUND Black Kathmandu padded jacket. Can be claimed from the Office.

HANGI PREPARATION FOR THE FESTIVAL OF FUN

Helpers are needed again this year for the hangi preparation. It is scheduled to start at 9am on Friday 4th November. There will be 400 small meals to prepare. If you will be available please put your name down at the office.

Helpers will meet in the Endeavour Centre (School hall). Please bring your own vegetable knife/ peeler and chopping board.

It is a social morning and a good way to meet other parents - so the more the merrier!

HANGI HELPERS

We are seeking Whanau and family members to assist with the Hangi on the 5th November. We could also use any sacks (horse feed/ cloth sacks), iron (railings or pieces), a large water drum and firewood/pallets. Please contact Marty on 0299167819 if you are able to assist. Kia ora.

The Festival of Fun! We are now looking for any second-hand children’s books and

toys to sell at the gala. Please bring them into the school office. If you have any unopened toys or items we could use

as prizes on the day, we would love them too!

We have had a good response to our call for volunteers to help us out on the day but we still need more. If you can spare us a few hours on the day itself or on the

day before, please pop into the office and give them your contact details.

Thank you!

HOCKEY & NETBALL UNIFORMS

These need to be returned (washed) immediately please. They are needed for

other sports so please be considerate

TIPS FOR PARENTS

Let's talk about

discipline

One of the best times for a

discussion around discipline is at a

family meeting. State the issue and

then ask for the kids' help to solve it

– the solution given becomes the

new family rule.

For example, you could state, “Hey

guys. I have a problem. There are

no dry towels. They are all on the

floor in your bedrooms. What are we

going to do to fix this?” Some of the

kids’ ideas might be daft – they

might suggest they just shake

themselves like a dog to dry off –

but you will often be amazed at their

good ideas!

DENTAL CLINIC

The mobile dental examination van is onsite now to check all students and to refer

any needing further treatment to the Raumati Beach Dental Hub.

DATES TO REMEMBER

(Please check dates regularly as they may change)

2016

Wednesday 2nd November CJC arrive in New Zealand Wednesday 2nd November Interschool Athletics – Yr 5/6 Friday 4th November Kapiti Island Trip for Rms 14 and 23 Yr 8 students Saturday 5th November Festival of Fun Tuesday 8th November Interschool Athletics – Yr 7/8 Thursday 10th November CJC return to Melbourne Friday 11th November Teacher Only Day Friday 11th November Parent Network Meeting 7.30pm Monday 21st November BOT Meeting Tuesday 15th November Year 8 Girls Gardisil Vaccination (3rd Dose) Thursday 24th November Paraparaumu College Year 8 Orientation Day Friday 25th November Kapahaka Festival Wednesday 7th December Kenakena’s Got Talent final show, Paraparaumu College Auditorium 7pm Monday 12th December BOT Meeting Thursday 15th December Year 8 Graduation Friday 16th December Term 4 finishes at 12midday

Term Dates for 2017

Term 1 Tuesday January 31- Thursday April 13

Term 2 Monday May 1-Friday July 7

Term 3 Monday July 24- Friday September 29

Term 4 Monday October 16 – Friday December 15

HELP SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE

COASTLINES MOBILE PHONE APPEAL IN OUR

SCHOOL

It would be great if you could rummage around in your drawers and toy

boxes and bring into School any unwanted mobile phones you may

have. Phones collected help our School gain valuable rewards and

the environment benefits too by keeping our landfills free of mobile

phones and their array of hazardous toxic

substances. Please drop any unwanted

mobile phones you may have in the collection box in the reception

area at School.

School Parent Network Friday Only Lunches

Please place order forms and money in a sealed envelope in the Blue Post Box in the

administration foyer before 9am. Correct money is always appreciated. Change of

less than $1 will not be given. Change of $1 or more will be returned to your children

in the Friday lunch basket. If you would like to join the Friday lunch team please call

Nicky Linstrom 972-5702 or 021 675-521

Kenakena School Friday Lunch Order

Name: Room:

Meatlovers Pizza 1/4 $3.00 Chicken Fried Rice $4.50

Hawaiian Pizza 1/4 $3.00 Chicken Chow Mein $4.50

Cheese Pizza 1/4 $3.00 4 pk Chicken Sushi $5.00

Gluten Free Cheese $3.50 4 pk Tuna Sushi $5.00

Nuggets & Chips $3.50 6 pk (3 chick + 3 tuna) $7.00

Fish & Chips $3.50 Wildberry Juicie $1.00

Hot Chips $2.00 Tropical Juicie $1.00

A special "Thank You" to our suppliers - Kapiti Pak 'N Save - Domino's Pizzas - Sun Long Chinese Restaurant & Fast Food, BiMi Sushi and Pita Pit Raumati.

Kenakena School Monday to Thursday Lunch Menu

Rolls Price Fruit

Ham Roll $1.50 Apple $0.60

Egg Roll $1.50 Banana $0.60

Chicken Roll $2.00

Sandwiches (2 per pack) Orange $0.80

Egg Sandwich $2.20

Ham & Egg $3.00

Corned Beef and Pickle $3.00 Yoghurt (Fresh'n Fruity)

Ham, Cheese & Tomato $3.00 Strawberry $1.50

Tuna Lettuce $3.00 Fruit of the Forest $1.50

Cheese & Onion $3.00 Natural $1.50

Ham Salad $3.70

Chicken Salad $3.70

BLT (Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato) $3.70 Hot Food

(Metro Heart Tick Pies)

Mince Pie $2.50

Scones & Muffins Mince and Cheese Pie $2.50

Cheese Scones $1.30 Steak and Cheese Pie $2.50

Date Scones $1.30 Chicken Pie $2.50

Drinks

Goodtime Muffins Blueberry - Small $1.30 Just Juice Orange and

Mango $1.80

Goodtime Muffins Choc Chip - Small $1.30 Pump Mini $1.80

As this is a school community newsletter, please let the school office know of any successes that your child/children may have

had outside the school. We are only too happy to share their achievements. The Board of Trustees in no way validates or endorses services/products advertised.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

$10 Promotion

Any house that is appraised by me and mentions Kenakena School will have a $10

donation made to the school.

This offer is from 1 November 2016

Until 30 November 2016

Call Lynda Price on 0276854848 or 04 296 6900 to book your appointment now.

Annette’s Place Annette’s Place offers one-on-one weekly teaching in a quiet place with the parent present. Just right for those children who require special care in order to learn or just need a bit of extra teaching time. This service is available for children aged 4 to 8 years. They may have a diagnosis, such as dyspraxia or autism, or may be prematurely born, or may just be having some difficulties with learning or fine motor skills. Annette has had many years’ experience and is well qualified. She offers a free initial consultation. Contact her by phoning 021 2997 456 or emailing annette@theinnerpath.co.nz www.annettesplacenz.com

SPRING OFFER

Sign up your rental property with me before the 20th of October and receive 2 hours free spring cleaning and a wine & cheese gift basket!

Refer me to a friend and if they sign up their property you will both receive 2 hours free spring cleaning! Call me now for a competitive property management package and free

rental appraisals 027-534-0430

SPORT & CLUBS

Girl Guides Pippins for 5 and 6 year old girls. Spaces available at Paraparaumu

Pippins unit. Tuesday, 3.30-4.30pm at June Oakley Guide Hall, Te Kupe Road,

Paraparaumu, Contact Devina McGhie: 2989076 or come along to the hall and visit

us.

KINDERGARTENS

The team at Community Kindy Bluegum is committed to providing the highest quality care and education for your child. Come and meet us and see our wonderful centre today. We provide an excellent Be School Ready initiative to help prepare your child for school. Our new hours are 8.30am to 3.45pm with full and half day sessions available. ECE hours and competitive rates on offer. Contact us at 17 Bluegum Road, Paraparaumu Beach Phone 905 5151 kindy.bluegum@beststarteducare.co.nz.

TUITION

Want to learn to sing or play the guitar? I am a young, energetic local music teacher

based in central Paraparaumu. I teach singing of all abilities and beginners guitar. I

have a first class honours degree in music and an ATCL diploma in musical theatre. I

have many years of singing experience in classical, contemporary and theatrical

styles - so regardless of your taste in music I can cater for you! Costs are $25 per

lesson or $225 for a 10 week school term. Call or Email Tessa for more information –

tessaballinger@gmail.com 0272265476

EVENTS

House of Sound is proud to present its very first Halloween Disco, to be held on

Friday the 28th October.

Dress up and come along for what will be a fun night of music, games, food (cash

only), and prizes for best dressed!

Entry is only $3, and proceeds will go towards purchasing recording gear to record

students in House of Sound's new studio.

House of Sound Music Academy

www.houseofsound.co.nz

04 2961618, 027 470 9431

Te Horo Country Garden Tour Sunday 30th October

Come and enjoy some gorgeous country gardens for the day, and support a

worthwhile cause at the same time! HUHA are the recipients this time and as well as

the gardens, there is a great lineup of activities at the Te Horo Hall as well as

refreshments and stalls.

* 11 - 1 - Book signing and chat with founder of HUHA

* 11 - 2 - Propagate a tray of cuttings to take home for a gold coin donation

- improve drought resistance in your garden with Hannah Zwartz

- Learn about hives and bees - Otaki Buzz Club

- Plant pests and diseases - Tree Crops

Tickets are just $15, and if you pre-purchase, you will go in the draw for a prize. You

can get tickets at Harcourts Waikanae, Harrisons Gardenworld, Te Horo Garden

Centre, South Pacific Roses, Te Horo School and Travelsmart in Otaki. Or email

tehorogardens@gmail.com for tickets and information.