NEWSLETTER 18 September 2014 No. 29

117 Matahui Road, R.D.4, Katikati. 3181 Phone 07 552-0655

Email: admin@matahuiroad.school.nz Website: www.matahui.school.nz

“Inspiring creativity, self-esteem and a love of learning

within a caring family community”

This morning I heard Mike Hosking interview Shirley McLean and he asked her whether luck or self-

determination had been the reason behind her success. Her response was interesting…..she attributed her

success largely to “guidance.” Last Friday I had the pleasure of listening to Eric Murray address a group of

Western Bay Primary Principals about his success as a world and Olympic champion rower. Whilst a good

deal of his (and Hamish Bond’s) success is clearly down to drive, motivation and focus to maintain their

world domination in their event, he also spoke about the impact their coach had on shaping them as high

performance athletes – “guidance.”

We are currently in the process of creating a school production (another Matahui first for me), in which

every child has a role of some significance. The intensity of excitement about the production keeps lifting

every time the students take the stage, as does their level of confidence and skill in assuming a character

role. The staff obviously spend time guiding the students, but the students, in many instances, also undertake

some responsibility for guiding one another in the interests of refining our overall performance so that we

can reach the highest possible standards of presentation. What a powerful way for them to connect to their

learning. How many of Costa’s Habits of Mind are they demonstrating by taking part in the production,

especially as they also take responsibility for how it develops as an ensemble piece?

So we look forward to next week when we set out to entertain you all with this year’s production “Animal

Talkback.” Leave your mobile phones at home – just bring your sense of humour and plan to have fun.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL THE STUDENTS ARE NEEDED FOR EACH PERFORMANCE. We would

appreciate it if parents can ensure that the children are delivered to school by 6.00 pm prior to the

evening performances even though you may not be attending that particular show. The children will

need to be collected at the end of the performance. Details will be emailed to parents.

Our congratulations to our AIMS GAMES competitors….. Rose R, Ruby, Caitlin and Olympia (bowls),

Miah (table tennis), Harry (multi- and Jessica (tennis) sport), Libby and Max C (cross country) who

represented Matahui School at this incredible sporting event. Though we may have been one of the

“David’s” up against “Goliaths” we were there, competing to the best of our abilities. Our thanks to Mr.

Evans for sharing the “dream” and organizing our team, to our parents for the support and encouragement

they gave their children and to the external coaches who helped our athletes develop their skill further.

Thank you all for the guidance you gave them.

Ka kite ano

Max

TERM 3 - 2014

SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES: No assemblies this term as we are focusing on

the school-wide production.

NB: Every Thursday: VALUES/COMMUNITY SINGING SCHOOL ASSEMBLY 12.00 – 12.30

Parents/Caregivers welcome

TERM 3 2014 Dates for your Diary

Matinee Production (10:30 am) Tuesday 23rd

September

Production pm (6:30 pm) Wednesday 24th September

Production pm (6:30 pm) Thursday 25th

September

Costume Day Friday 26th

September

Ski Trip Sunday 28th September

CLASS CERTIFICATE AWARDS

Congratulations to our certificate recipients from last week:-

Back row from left: Rohan

Middle row from left: Abby, Grace and Kiera

Front row from left: Claudia, Bella, Michael and Asha

Our focus Value this week is TOLERANCE

(Affirmation: I respect differences and do not expect others to look,

speak or act just like me.)

Congratulations to Claudia Duckworth

For receiving our Values Award

For CO-OPERATION

KIDSROCK

The school rock band is performing at Tahatai School tonight, Thursday the 18th

September

at 6.45 pm along with all the other primary school bands. Anyone interested is welcome to

attend.

ROOM 3 – KIDS FOR KIDS CONCERT

Room 3 Kids for Kids concert is to be held on Thursday 23rd

October 2014. Tickets are on

sale now. Be sure to buy them soon as they will be sold out. Tickets can either be purchased

on the following website: www.kidsforkids.org.nz (go to dates section on website)

or ring Baycourt direct.

BASKETBALL:

Please ensure all players bring along suitable footwear on practice days.

BASKETBALL DRAW UPDATE:

Friday 19 September – Years 5 and 6 Mixed D – STM Phoenix V

Matahui Sharks at 4.50 pm on Court 8

Monday 22 September - Years 7 and 8 Boys D - Matahui Magic V BC Hawks (1st and 2

nd)

at 5 pm on Court 7

Hi Everyone

Here is the draw for the last week of Intermediate League

which is finals night (please see above)

There will be a short prize giving for each Grade where

medals for 1st, 2

nd and 3

rd will be handed out.

Girls A & B will be at 5.00pm

Boys A & D at 5.50pm

Boys B at 6.40pm

Boys C at 7.30pm

Kind regards

Maree Green

Leagues & Administration Manager

Tauranga City Basketball

Phone: 578 0405

Email: leagues@taurangacitybasketball.co.nz

**LAST CALL FOR YUMMY STICKERS**

Yummy stickers must sent away for redemption before the end of term, so please, if you have any part sheets you have been collecting, can you drop them at the school office no later than Monday next week.

Thank you so much for helping us get more sports equipment for our school.

PRODUCTION – DVDS FOR SALE

The school office will be taking orders and payments for DVDs of the school production.

This year Philip Magnussen will be undertaking the filming. The cost of the DVD will be

$15.00 and will be available to purchase from week two in Term 4.

OLD STOCK /CUT PRICE UNIFORM SALE

Fleece $40

T Shirts $20

Polo Shirts $25 Limited stock available at school office

Sweat Shirts $30

Vests $10

PRESS RELEASE – SCHOOL UNIFORM

Please note if you spend $150.00 or above on school uniform at the NZ Uniforms shop you

will receive a free Canterbury sports bag – worth $35.00 Limited time and bags available.

DRIVING INTO THE SCHOOL

Please mind your speed when you enter the school property as the safety and welfare of our

students is paramount. We are hoping to have the driveway reformed within the next two

weeks. Thanks for your understanding and support.

SKI WEEK

If you still wish to join us for a week full of fun please contact Jodie ASAP 552 5451. Thank

you.

NEW WORLD SUPERMARKET MINATURES

Room 1 is collecting the New World supermarket product miniatures. If you shop

at New World, or know someone who does, and won’t be using the freebies

yourself, we would be very appreciative of them.

SINGING LESSONS AT MATAHUI Sarah Spicer is offering six sessions in Term 4, of group singing and vocal lessons. Children

will learn breathing and vocal training, singing lessons, pick and record a song and at the

completion of the sessions walk away with their own CD recording of a song. She may also

include a rest home group performance.

The cost is $25 per session (approx. one hour sessions) that will run in a lunch hour at

school. This is a great opportunity. Sarah is a local professional musician and recording

artist. Please let Chrissy know ASAP onjjcdeschamps@orcon.net.nz

SCHOOL LIFE PHOTOS

School Life Photos will be visiting Matahui School on Friday 31st October 2014. All

parents/caregivers will be receiving a flier regarding this visit at the beginning of Term 4,

detailing how to pre-register on-line via the website. This information is also detailed below.

CAN SURF

CanSurf is a beach holiday experience for CanTeen members at Waihi Beach. October

18th is a massive fundraising day for us including, Motorcycle Rally, Gourmet Gala and

Night time After Party. All proceeds go to CanSurf for CanTeen.

Please see details on poster and if anyone wants more information or to help with

sponsorship they can contact Matt Griffiths on 027 224 8500.

COMMUNITY NOTICES SKI GEAR Does anyone have any ski gear to sell/swap. Please advise the school office

and we can advertise it in our Newsletter for you.

We have received gloves, socks, trousers and thermal underwear - size 8 and under. Come

to the staff room and help yourself. Donations to school would be gratefully received. McCADO MOWING AND MAINTENANCE Please contact Noel Benstead on 027 525 3380 or 07 548 2079 (email: noel.benstead@gmail.com) should you require any lawn mowing or professional handyman jobs to be carried out. This includes: Garden tidying, hedge trimming, clearing gutters, water-blasting, weed eating and spraying plus painting, decorating, carpentry, picture hanging, bespoke shelving, flat pack furniture, etc. Noel is an EX Hire a Hubby (Franchisee of the Year 2011)

FOR SALE:

Honda CRF 50, 2003 motorbike for sale.

Grunty 4 stroke kids bike – suitable up to 8 years.

3 gears, Auto clutch Very good condition $1,000 ono.

Ring Helga and Warren Campbell on 07 863 8184 or 021 260 2043

Tauranga Swim School Come and join Tauranga Swim School for Term 4 and our intensive Holiday Program! We teach fun and interactive swimming lessons to people of all ages and abilities. Term 4 is going to be super busy, so book early to secure your space. Ask us about our financial assistance grant. Holiday Program: Week 1: 29th Oct to 3rd Sept Week 2: 6th Oct – 10th Oct Term 4 : 13th Oct to 20th Dec, 10 weeks Phone 572 4213 or 027 286 8506 or email us at andrea@taurangaswimschool.co.nz

Greerton Amateur Athletics Club

ENROLMENTS for the 2014 – 2015 Season Calling all 5 to 14 year Girls and Boys The Athletics season is fast approaching

Held at the First Class facilities of the Tauranga Domain.

Monday evenings 5:20 pm to 7:15pm

Commencing : Monday the 13th October 2014 through to the 15th December 2014

Then Monday the 26th January 2015 to 16th March 2015

Come and be part of the Greerton Athletics Club and be active with Condition training – Throwing - Jumping and Running, with access to Qualified Athletics Coaches.

Mini Club skills are offered for 2 – 6 year olds Compete at local and nearby ribbon days or even local championship competitions for Medals.

Membership costs:

Mini Club $45.00 per athlete (2-4 year olds) and

Mini Club $60.00* per athlete (5 – 6 year olds)

Senior Club $70.00* per athlete (7 – 14 year olds)

*Each additional athlete from same family will be $60.00 each.

Registrations will be via our Club Website on line www.greertonathletics.co.nz For any inquiries please call Bruce Habgood (Club president) 0274-528699

Club AGM: 7:00pm Thursday the 25th September, Meredith Hall, Pemberton Park, Greerton. All welcome COOK TO CURE – KIDS HELP KIDS

Hey! I’m Claire. I’ve developed a kids cooking program which not only inspires your kids

to cook but also raises funds for Starship... I am calling it ‘Cook to Cure!’ This is a fun and

exciting program and based on my previous online cooking programs I know they kids will

love it! Follow the link at http://www.itsmyturntocooktonight.com and you will see how to

get started. Hope your kids can join me to make a difference to other kiwi kids.

IT’S EASY FOR LOCAL FARMING FAMILIES TO NOMINATE MATAHUI

SCHOOL

At PGG Wrightson, we’re already talking to farmers about the Cash for Communities spring

programme and we suggest you do too. When your rural contacts purchase qualifying

Balance Agri-Nutrients fertiliser, they can nominate Matahui School at

www.cashfocommunities.co.nz and then start earning $$$ for you. It’s that easy!

We’ve developed some simple tools to help you get the farming community behind your

cause. Simply go to www.cashforcommunities.co.nz and click on Resources to download

posters, advertisements for your newsletter and a range of fun children’s activities.

For more information, or if you have any questions, feel free to drop us a line at

cashforcommunities@pggwrightson.co.nz or call 03 372 0818.

ANNUAL FIREWORKS DISPLAY – PAEROA DOMAIN

On Saturday 1 November 2014 our Club will be holding its 25th Annual Fireworks Display

at Paeroa Domain with gates opening at 6.00pm. In recognition of this being our 25th

Annual Display we are including in our Fireworks Display a special feature which we

understand has never been provided at displays in Coromandel, Hauraki or Western Bay of

Plenty districts. You need to be on site to get the benefit of this feature. Gate charges have

remained as for 2013 with a family ticket covering 2 adults and 2 children for $15. We use

the services of a longstanding Auckland Fireworks provider. We also have food stalls and

other entertainment on site. No alcohol or personal fireworks are allowed on the grounds and

this makes for a very enjoyable night of family entertainment. Please contact me with any

further information you may require. Malcolm Davison, Paeroa Lions Club, 0274950806

INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL CAMPS NZ

Hi - just wanted to notify you about an incredible opportunity for football enthusiast kids that

we are bringing to New Zealand - AC Milan Junior Camps, to be held in Wellington in July

2015! We have just set up our website and are now taking expressions of interest from those

wishing to attend the week long camps.

The camps are aimed at all skill levels, but there is a “scouting” element within the ACM

Junior Camp environment. They are always looking to identify future talent and have

mentioned that they see great potential in NZ given we excel in all sectors relative to our

population base. If you know of any kids that may be interested in attending, please ask them

to register on our website asap, as we are launching into a nation-wide marketing campaign,

and initial indications are that the limited placements will be exhausted very quickly. If you

have any queries, or require any additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Andrew Sandlant International Football Camps NZProject ManagerM: +64 27

6051167W: http://internationalfootballcamps.co.nz

SPORTNACTION SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME OCT 2014.

WEEK ONE

MONDAY 29TH

1-4PM EVENT CENTRE POLICE BLUE LIGHT ACTIVITY ( Ball sports ,

Touch , Basketball and more / Skating )

COST : FREE

TUESDAY 30TH

10-12 PM EVENT CENTRE BADMINTON

COST : $5 ( Rackets available )

THURSDAY 2ND

10-1PM GIRLS GEAR UP BIKE FREE : Yr 5 / 6 girls bike from Waihi to

Waikino. (Meet Waihi Railway Station )

COST : FREE

THURSDAY 2ND

1-4PM EVENT CENTRE: POLICE BLUE LIGHT ACTIVITY (Ball Sports,

Touch, Basketball and more / Skating

COST: FREE

FRIDAY 3RD

1-5PM WAIHI BEACH JUNIOR TENNIS FUN DAY ; MEET BEACH TENNIS

COURTS ;

COST : GOLD COIN ( RACKETS AVAILABLE )

WEEK TWO

MONDAY 6TH

1-4PM EVENT CENTRE : POLICE BLUE LIGHT ACTIVITY ( Ball

sports.....Skating)

COST : FREE

TUESDAY 7TH .

10-12PM EVENT CENTRE SKATING

COST: $5. (SKATES PROVIDED )

THURSDAY 9TH

10-1PM : BOYS BLACK HILL THUNDER Yr 5/6 Boys bike the Black Hill Tracks

. Meet at the end of Clark Street

COST FREE

THURSDAY 9TH

: 1-4PM WAIHI EVENT CENTRE :POLICE BLUE LIGHT ACTIVITY( Ball

Sports......Skating

COST FREE.

FRIDAY 10TH

1-5PM : WAIHI JUNIOR TENNIS FUN DAY : MEET WAIHI TENNIS COURTS;

COST: GOLD COIN ( RACKETS AVAILABLE )

FOR REGISTRATION AND INFORMATION ON ALL ACTIVITIES CALL PAULINE AT

SPORTNACTION : 863 7295 / 021 223 7295 . EMAIL sportnaction@waihi.org.nz