Junior Campus: 150 Wilsons Rd Senior Campus: 125 Wilsons Rd

Postal Address: 150 Wilsons Rd, St Martins, CHCH 8022

Phone: 332 6923 Fax: 332 6922 Web: www.hillview.school.nz

Office email: office@hillview.school.nz Principal’s email: principal@hillview.school.nz

Our Vision: To grow young people who love God and impact others

through service and leadership.

Our Mission: To provide a quality education in a Christian environment

where children can develop their God-given abilities.

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A team of talented Hillview Christian School pupils have won the Regional Digital Championship for Canterbury in 2018 and are set to take on other regional winners from around the country as part of the nationwide Tahi Rua Toru Tech competition. The team will compete for the national title at a special event taking place in Wellington on Wednesday 5 December. Josh Currie-Cook, Andrew Denne, Naomi Wilson and Amelie Thorpe created a digital solution to help an existing volunteer group called the MISH to stream-line their process by making it easier for them to pick food up from restaurants and deliver it to the City Mission.

Respect- We value our differences ““…Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honour [Respect] one

another above yourselves.” Romans 12:10

8 November 2018

Kia ora Parents. Weather shields (known also as monsoon shields) for cars was quite an innovative idea when it was first introduced. In an era when vehicles did not have air conditioning units, the passengers were able to wind down their windows to let in some cool air protected from being blasted by the air rushing passing them as they travelled along the highway. However, while they have been a wonderful addition to the car, they can be tricky things to fix. My Toyota Hilux Surf 3.0L Turbo Diesel left rear passenger monsoon shield became unglued at one end and over time gradually

pulled away from the body of the car. It eventually began painfully flapping in the wind. To address this problem I purchased some glue, tried to stick it back on, and thought I had won the battle only to watch it pull away again. I tried different types of glue but sadly, nothing worked. It became very frustrating as each glue lacked the stickability needed. In my final effort, I purchased another recommended brand of glue and to my delight it actually worked. The shield stuck hard and fast to the body and I have had no problems since. The stickability was perfect and peace reigned once again. Going through this process reminded me of how important stickability can be in our lives. There is something to be said for the adage, “Once we start something, make sure we finish it.” The Bible contains many examples of various folk who were called to complete a task or mission and while they may have faltered at times, they remained true and finished well. There are many benefits that a pupil gains when they stick to a task or group activity. They can experience the joy of engaging their gifts, feel a genuine sense of achievement, and grow in depth of character. Paul connects this idea in Romans 5:3/4: “Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.” The character of a child who engages stickability grows in wisdom and stature. It is good to point out that not only is the pupil affected, but so is the rest of their group. It is such a huge encouragement when a group observe a fellow team member show

stickability. The reverse is true as well. There can be very little more discouraging for a group than when they watch a team member leave before the end. The feeling of being let down and abandoned is very real. I have personally seen this occur.

This presents an ongoing challenge to us as parents to not only endorse the idea of stickability

but value it. By doing this, we not only support their development now but prepare them for the future. Nga mihi nui, Steve Frost [Tumuaki/Principal] Give thanks for:

The achievements of our pupils this term

Our fellow Christian teachers whether in state or state-integrated schools

Our faithful and supportive proprietors Please pray for:

Our families who may be struggling with health

“…Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honour [Respect] one another above yourselves.”

Romans 12:10

Year 3-6 I.C.T [by Ross Meecham]

Age-based guidelines for kids' Internet use:

If your children use the Internet at home, you already know how important it is to help protect them from inappropriate content and

contact. All family members should act as role models for young children who are just starting to use the Internet.

Year 0-4 House Assembly- Wednesday 14 November

2.30pm in the gymnasium. Year 5-10 Assembly – Wednesday 14 November 1.30pm in

the gymnasium. [This [This week’s flag is Russia. Next week’s flag will be

South Korea]

Tuesday 13 November- Y0-2 Kiwiana Day Thursday 15 November – Y0-4 Athletics Day Friday 16 November – Canterbury Show Day Monday 19 November – Junior Swim week Wednesday 28 November – Y5-9 Primary Sports Triathlon Thursday 29 November - School Mufti Day Friday 30 November – Y9 Community Service Day Friday 30 November – Y10 Work experience Tuesday 4 December- Y0-2 Concert and Prizegiving Thursday 6 December – Y3-6 Concert and Prizegiving Friday 7 December – Y3-4 Swimming Carnival Wednesday 12 December- Y7-10 Concert and Prizegiving Friday 14 December – Y10 Graduation Dinner Friday 14 December – Last day of school for the year, 12 noon

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Parents who pray make all the difference! Please join us on Thursdays at 2.40pm in Room 4 to pray for our school community.

Everyone welcome!

It is such a huge encouragement when a group observe a fellow team member show

stickability.

Swimming Pool Keys

The school swimming pool will be open after show weekend. If

you wish to purchase a key to use the pool outside school hours,

these will go on sale on Monday 19 November and will be

available from the classroom at the back of the gymnasium. The

price is $70 plus a refundable $50 bond (given when the key is

returned in March).

Year 10 Graduation

Your child should have brought home a Graduation Dinner

invitation. This will have all the details you

need to know. The price is $40 per person

and you need to RSVP with payment to the

office by Monday 3rd December. Please

contact Mr Dean Stanton at

d.stanton@hillview.school.nz if you have any questions.

Year 9 Parents

Your child has been given information to

bring home about the Year 10 camps

being held in the first term next year. The

price is $180. We would appreciate payment before 30

November. If you have any questions about this contact Dean

Stanton at d.stanton@hillview.school.nz

Year 10

A letter about work experience has been given to all Year 10 pupils.

The letter sets out all the details including the day when this is to

be done (Friday 30th November). Confirmation of what the pupils

will be doing on this day needs to be given to their homeroom

teacher by Thursday 15th November. If you have any questions

please contact Mr Dean Stanton at d.stanton@hillview.school.nz

Year 0-2

On Tuesday, November 13 the children will have a ‘Kiwiana

day’. Could you please send your child to

school, that day, dressed up in ‘kiwiana’

style. Keep it simple. We will have a dress

parade later in the day to showcase the

different ideas.

The day will also include some ‘kiwiana’

tastes. The cost of the tastes will be 50 cents for each child. Could

you please give this money to your child’s class teacher in the next

week. Each child will still need to bring their regular, healthy lunch

to school that day.

Parenting with Purpose at 12:30 on 25th November, St Martins

C3 (Hillview gym). This is open to parents of children at any age

and stage, places are limited registration is essential. Cost $15 per

family. Lunch and children’s programme provided for all. Register

at: http://www.c3chch.org/parenting/

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Middleton Grange School Evening Market Friday 30

November 5-8pm Come along for an evening of bargains, food

and entertainment. Stalls, sideshows, food, a live auction and

activities for the children.

Spring Fair 8:30am, 24 November, St Anne’s Church, cnr

Wilsons & Centaurus Roads, St Martins. Fun, food, bargains

galore and free bouncy castle. White elephant, books, cakes, toys,

jams & preserves, china, crafts, linen, flowers, plants, recycled

clothing & gifts stalls and more! Win fantastic prizes in our fabulous

raffle. Cash only. For more info contact the Office (03) 980 9983.

Around Our School

In Our Community

Year 10 2019

Sports Notices Year 0-4 Athletics Day

This is on Thursday 15 November from 11am-3pm. A

timetable is on the Sports Blog under the Athletics page.

There will be a sausage sizzle ($2). Please order sausages

outside the Library before school starts. Children are to

wear PE gear all day.

Y0-4 Swimming Lessons Week 6 and 7 - each class has

6 x 25 min. Lessons with the teachers from Daltons Swim

School. The charge is $12 each ($2 per lesson) and will be

added to the activity fee.

Sports Uniform/Gear Return

Can all Year 5-8 BASKETBALL singlets, rugby jerseys and

hockey sticks please be returned to the box outside Mr

Norton's office in the gym. Thank you.

School Mufti Day Thursday 29 November (week 7)

To raise money for SmileDial

SmileDial is a registered charity which supports

families who have a child with an ongoing medical

condition or disability.

SmileDial's goal is to put smiles on the dials of the

faces they support through things like financial

assistance, specialised medical equipment, and

fun family events.

Please bring a gold coin to your classroom teacher.

Hillview Uniform Shop The shop is open Mondays from 8.30am –3.30pm.

Orders can be placed online at

http://www.hillview.school.nz/?page_id=855214 and collected

from the office.

Any enquiries, please contact Emma uniform@hillview.school.nz.

Exam Support Hillview is looking for parents who can support a group of Year 9 and 10 students who are using special accommodations during exams to see if this will benefit them when taking similar assessments at Year 11 and beyond. If you are interested in lending a hand, it would involve you acting as a reader/writer for a 2 hour period in Week 9 (5-6 December). The accommodations in place will vary for each student but may involve reading questions aloud to the student or acting as a handwriting scribe. We would update you with a definite time schedule. Please contact the school office if you are able to help .Ph 332 6923.

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