Tēnā koutou katoa

Another term ends and we are hoping for just a bit of snow to get the ski fields running! Thank you to all who came along to our parent teacher conferences this week. The stats are in, and the number of bookings increased 43% from 2016. We are so pleased to see this significant increase in parental engagement. Thankyou! This is encouraging for us as the more we are partners in your child’s learning the more chance of success they will have.

You may have seen in the news this week the government’s pledge to launch a digital technology curriculum in the near future. The consultation document for this has been released and we are preparing a school submission as we believe this is a step in the right direction to prepare our children for the future. It is however so important that this is implemented well, with foresight and appropriate resource which has not always been the case with such initiatives.

The proposed model is to add digital technology as an underlying theme within the current technology curriculum as opposed to what I believe to be a more comprehensive approach by integration across all subject areas or as a key cross curricular theme. It is also important to note a lack of any content around staying safe online or maintaining a positive digital footprint which seems to be an opportunity lost. If this is something you feel passionate about please feel free to submit your thoughts using the link below before the 31st August.h t t p s : / / e d u c a t i o n . g o v t . n z / m i n i s t r y - o f - e d u c a t i o n /consultations-and-reviews/digital-technology-consultation/

Good luck over the coming holidays with our Area Schools’ team heading to Whangarei, the film club jetting off to Wellington, the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze participants heading out for their final expedition and the junior Netball team heading to Christchurch for the South Island Champs.

Thanks to the staff and parents who are taking these trips and make this possible.

I would also like to acknowledge the parents who have been driving the basketball team to competition every Friday night and on a similar note our PTA in conjunction with Rotherham School PTA are running a Rogaine event fundraiser this weekend with (as of today) 393 competitors. A truly staggering turnout for their first event of this kind.

We say farewell to our ACVE volunteer Aline this week as she heads off on her travels on the slow route home. Aline has been an outstanding member of our team for the last 6 months and we will truly miss her and wish her all the best for the future. We also wish Mrs Beaven well for her sabbatical leave next term.

Have a wonderful 2 weeks with your children, encourage them to read over the coming break to stay sharp and enjoy this precious time together. Kia Kitea ToikakaJames Griggs

Thank you - AND help!! A massive THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers who help each week with our road crossing in the Culverden township - Sometimes on more than one day and in freezing cold temperatures!! You help ensure our students get to and from school safety, an invaluable contribution to our Amuri family.

HELP!!! Can you assist with our road patrol?! We’re always on the hunt for extra helpers – including those happy to be back up. Please call Lucy at the office.

Kia Kitea ToikakaNothing But The Best

Raising Achievement; Realising Potential; Encouraging Excellence

Phone: 03 315 8233Email: principal@amuri.school.nzWeb: www.amuri.school.nz

NEWSLETTER NO 20

Week Ending 7th July 2017

Primary School NewsDear Parents and Whanau

Work is progressing on our new classrooms but unfortunately not quickly enough for us to go ahead with moving in to start T3. We will work on a new date when the new term starts and be in touch with you regarding moving arrangements. All classes in Year 1-6 will stay where they currently are for the start of Term 3.

It was great to see so many parents here for our Year 4-8 interviews and the teachers have been telling me how much they enjoyed meeting up with you to discuss your child’s progress. We are always available to discuss any queries you may have, please phone Lucy in advance to make an appointment, to check that we are free. We do have some afternoons where we have meetings.

Next term, Year 1-6 are completing a Science topic based on the Living World strand of the curriculum. Pet Day is set down for Wednesday 9th of September with a postponement date of the 10th of September. We will be meeting to finalise arrangements early next term and we will be sending home information around this.

In Week 1, Year 7 and 8 will be running the canteen as part of their fundraising for Year 8 camp. The order forms have been sent home and need to be back at school on the first day of Term 3. Please help us support them in their fundraising efforts.

Wishing you all safe and happy holidays with your children! We look forward to seeing you back for the start of Term 3 on Monday the 24th of July.

Naku noa, na

Kylee Habgood

Windy Point Outdoor Education Facility

On the 1st July this year the 27 year lease on the land where this property resides in the Lewis Pass expired. The Board of Trustees have applied to the current landowner for an extension of this lease and this is currently under review in the coming weeks.

We know there was a significant amount of community effort and support in establishing this facility and believe it is important to let our community know that this process is underway.

Regardless of the outcome of the review we are eternally grateful to the past and present owners and wardens of the land for their patronage and support over the past 27 years.

Many of our students’ most treasured memories have been formed at this facility and this would not be possible without the generosity we have been shown to date.

We will keep you updated on developments as they arise.

James GriggsPrincipal

Congratulations to our very own Pema Woods!!

Pema was awarded the Sir Peter Blake Young Leaders Award - for youth leadership.

The award was presented on Wednesday by Nick Martin, Westpac Agri Business Manager.

Hurunui Recovery Youth Worker Full time Fixed Term 12 months

Are you passionate about young people? Fun, energetic and keen to make a difference in the

Hurunui district? Then this job may be for you...

We are looking for a full time youth worker to support Hurunui Youth. This is an awesome opportunity to work in collaboration with the award winning Hurunui Youth Programme and

support Hurunui Youth following the November 14th 2016 Earthquake.

This is a community based role working across the Hurunui with young people aged 12 - 18

Ideal specifications Well connected to relevant Hurunui community networks and resources with an

understanding of the innovative and flexible nature of rural service delivery

Tertiary qualification and experience in social work or counselling

Membership to an appropriate professional body

Working knowledge of behaviour and development relating to young people.

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Sound working knowledge of the key agencies that work with young people in the health, education and youth development sectors.

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to work across government and non-government organisations. An ability to utilise information technology Confident to work both independently and alongside others who are working toward

recovery for the Hurunui District

To apply, please go to our website and download the job description and application for employment form: www.wellbeingnc.org.nz/who-we-are/vacancies/

Applications will only be accepted by emailing your completed application form, cover letter

and CV to:

Community Wellbeing North Canterbury Trust www.wellbeingnc.org.nz Clinical Team Leader at: tl.clinical@wellbeingnc.org.nz

Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 16th July 2017

Hurunui Recovery Youth Worker Full time Fixed Term 12 months

Are you passionate about young people? Fun, energetic and keen to make a difference in the

Hurunui district? Then this job may be for you...

We are looking for a full time youth worker to support Hurunui Youth. This is an awesome opportunity to work in collaboration with the award winning Hurunui Youth Programme and

support Hurunui Youth following the November 14th 2016 Earthquake.

This is a community based role working across the Hurunui with young people aged 12 - 18

Ideal specifications Well connected to relevant Hurunui community networks and resources with an

understanding of the innovative and flexible nature of rural service delivery

Tertiary qualification and experience in social work or counselling

Membership to an appropriate professional body

Working knowledge of behaviour and development relating to young people.

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.

Sound working knowledge of the key agencies that work with young people in the health, education and youth development sectors.

Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.

The ability to work across government and non-government organisations. An ability to utilise information technology Confident to work both independently and alongside others who are working toward

recovery for the Hurunui District

To apply, please go to our website and download the job description and application for employment form: www.wellbeingnc.org.nz/who-we-are/vacancies/

Applications will only be accepted by emailing your completed application form, cover letter

and CV to:

Community Wellbeing North Canterbury Trust www.wellbeingnc.org.nz Clinical Team Leader at: tl.clinical@wellbeingnc.org.nz

Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 16th July 2017

DATES FOR YOUR DIARYICAS International Competitions & Assessments for

SchoolsHPSSA Hurunui Primary Schools Sports AssociationCCHS Canterbury Country High SchoolsCASA Canterbury Area Schools Association

JULY8th-23rd School Holidays 9th Amuri/Rotherham Rogaine Fundraiser9th-14th NZ Area Schools Tournament (Whangarei)10th-12th Junior SISS Netball18th-21st Film Club - Wellington Trip24th Term 3 Begins

Blake ClisbyDaphne Delos SantosSophie Drummond

Ruby GlasseyKate MaxwellDeegan DeVree

Sebastian SerranoAlex Kinney

1st MERIT CERTIFICATEAngus Johns-O’Rourke

Sam FergusonTristan Aries

Catalina JamiesonJack Cater

Roll of Honour

FILM CLUB HOLIDAY PROGRAMME JULY 2017

Sports Pavilion $10 Family membership / $5pp Entry

Sunday9th 7.30pm HuntfortheWilderpeople

Monday10th 3.30pm KungFuPanda3

7pm HarryPotterandthePhilosopher'sStone

Tuesday11th 3.30pm InsideOut

7pm HarryPotterandtheChamberofSecrets

Friday14th 3.30pm TheGoodDinosaur

7pm HarryPotterandthePrisonerofAzkaban

Saturday15th 3.30pm FindingNemo

7pm HarryPotterandtheGobletofFire

Monday17th 3.30pm Trolls

7pm HarryPotterandtheOrderofthePhoenix

Tuesday18th 3.30pm Moana

7pm HarryPotterandtheHalf-BloodPrince

Thursday20th 3.30pm TheLegoBatmanMovie

7pm HarryPotterandtheDeathlyHallows:Part1

Sunday23rd 3.30pm FindingDori

7pm HarryPotterandtheDeathlyHallows:Part2

Hanmer Springs

Mainland Outdoor Holiday ProgrammesAge: 7-14 year oldsDates: 13th & 14th July (WEEK 1) 17th & 18th July 2017 (WEEK 2)Times: 9.00am – 3.00pmVenue: English ParkCost: $37.50 per day ($112.50 for three consecutive days) 10% discount of second child when registering two or more siblings.Keen to play? >> https://membership.sportstg.com/regoform.cgi?formID=69975

http://www.mainlandfootball.co.nz/whole-of-football-plan/holiday-football/

DENTAL CARE OVER THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS...

The Community Dental Service will operate an emergency service over the school holidays. This service is to provide relief of pain only and will not undertake ‘routine’ treatment. The service will be available each working day from 8:45am until 12:30pm from the Hillmorton Community Clinic, Sylvan Street, Christchurch for the following times >>>>

Monday, 10th July to Friday, 14th July 2017 (excluding weekends)

Monday, 17th July to Friday, 21st July 2017 (excluding weekends)

This service will operate by appointment only and if we are unable to see your child, alternative options will be given. If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance.

You can phone and make an appointment for the emergency clinic by ringing 0800 846 983.

Kaiapoi St Patrick’s Parish Hall 61 Fuller St

Wednesday 19 July 2:30pm – 6:30pm

School Holiday Activities N o u g h t s & Crosses