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Wednesday 1st August, 2018 Newsletter #22
Term 3, Week 2 School Roll
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Kia ora Parents, Whanau, and Caregivers,
What a great start to the term we have had. Last week we enrolled 19 new students to our school. A very
big welcome to our new families. It was certainly nice to have all of our children back after the break and
to hear of their holiday fun. Our community is certainly growing.
We would like to inform our community that Mr Stirling has decided to take some further adventures in
life and he will be leaving us in Week 6 this term. Mr Stirling has been at our school for a number of years
and we wish him the very best in his life choices and future. We will be farewelling Mr Stirling at the end
of Week 5. Miss McGovern will be the new Hub Leader of Hub 3 and Mrs Inez Tucker will be teaching in
Hub 2 .
Reminder - Community Survey This will be coming out next week. Yes, it’s that time of year again
when we are starting to think about and plan for 2019. A part of the planning process is review and the
community survey provides an opportunity for you, our community, to share your thoughts on how we
are doing as a school, including what we are doing well, and some ideas to help us be even better.
One of our goals in the past few years has been to reduce the amount of paper we use as a school. Once
again this year we are going to send out our survey online rather than a paper copy. The survey will be
sent to your email address, much like the newsletter is, and should take about 10 minutes of your time.
We would really appreciate you taking approx. 10 minutes when the survey hits your email box to
complete the survey and helps us set the direction for our great school in 2019.
The survey will be emailed in Week 3, please make sure the office has your correct email address.
Grandparents Club
This year we started a Grandparents Club on a Wednesday which has been very exciting. We have four
grandparents who come into our school each week to participate in activities with our students. The
key focus is oral language and building relationships with each other. This week some of our our
students were able to work with play dough to be bakers and some boys also worked on lego design and
build.
A very big thank you to our grandparents for volunteering their time to be with us.
Teacher Strike Actions Update - FULL DAY STRIKE CONFIRMED
Negotiations continue with the principals and teachers union and a decision has been made
to strike for a full day. Further information will become available over the week. The strike
action date is the 15th August. The school will be closed for instruction on this day.
Therefore there will be no-one on site.
Teachers across the country will also be addressing the wider community in a variety of
ways on the 3rd of August. Why are teachers feeling this way? Teachers want to send a
strong message to government that they want the best they can get for our tamariki by
having more time to teach, more time to lead, additional needs to be supported
appropriately in schools and turn around the teacher shortage that is at crisis level. We
appreciate your support.
Our littlest learners in Hub 1 have been a celebrating to the milestone of making 100 days
of school. The children are working on a range of things to celebrate this occasion. Some
families have been doing projects at home with a 100 focus on whatever they create. It
has been exciting to view the many collaborate projects that the children are doing.
Congratulations team on a successful start to your life and learning at Welcome Bay
School and for making the amazing milestone of 100 days! If you are in the school go
and check them out.
KICK Start: Transition to school programme
This programme is for both new parents and children starting at Welcome Bay School and runs
for approximately seven weeks during the term .
NEXT SESSION: Monday 6 August, 2018 @ 1:45pm
FOCUS: Play Based Approaches
If you are interested in attending please call the school office on 544 1113 and let us know
you will be along so we can plan for numbers. Also, if you know someone who intends
on enrolling at Welcome Bay School but does not get the newsletter please let them
know, too. We look forward to seeing you!
HIGH FLYERS FOR THE WEEK
First Flight - New Entrants & Year 1
We love how you have started you new school with an awesome
Te Kahu-Roimata Hape- attitude. You always have a smile, are willing to give everything a go,
Maui and you never give up. You are such a positive role model for our
First Flight Pohutukawa class.
Mrs McKinlay, You are self motivated and focussed. We love the attitude you have
Mrs Bishop, Jahzariah Melrose for learning. Ka pai for earning 4 power cards this week!
Mrs Kendrick &
Ms Bain You show the qualities of a Kereru by the way you care and look
Meera Sahil after others. You always notice when someone needs help. We
appreciate your kindness.
We love the way you are looking carefully at the words as you read.
Reef Jackson You have a go even when you do not know the word and keep trying.
Toetoe I have really noticed your improved confidence since starting school.
Neelah Carmicheal You are starting to take risks with your learning, and have shown
Mrs Absalom great progress in all areas. Well done Neelah.
Take Flight - Year 2 & 3
You are a calm and quiet leader in Hub 2 Syriah. Your gentle and
Syriah Tuari caring nature is a real asset and makes you a valued role model in
Take Flight. We love seeing you grow in confidence every day.
Take Flight
Ms Daniels, Michael you have had a superb start to Term 3 and we are loving the
winning WB attitude you are bringing to school with you each day.
Miss McGovern, Michael Hardley
You are showing you are part of the Take Flight Team by doing the
Mrs Anthony & Right Thing at the Right Time for the Right Reason.
Mrs Honeyfield
We love the way you seek adventure in all your learning! Your story
Meisha Eatwell about your pet was detailed and interesting and it was exciting to see
you including an introduction and a conclusion. Ka rawe!
Flight Path - Years 3 & 4
We love how you have settled into Term 3 with a calm, 'can do'
Tamati Ramsay attitude. You are taking risks in your learning, giving everything a go
with a big smile on your face. Kia Maia!
Flight Path
Wow, what a phenomenal start to Term 3 you are having. You are
Mr Stirling, Finn Shaw being a role model for others in the way you are focused on the mat
Miss Christian & and in your work. Keep up the great choices.
Mrs Mellor It’s infectious your positive attitude. Due to your high standard, those
around see you doing the right thing and start to follow your lead.
Bob Navesey Tooman
Your ideas shared in class discussion are also well thought through
and offer a different way of thinking.
Flight Deck - Years 5 & 6
The Kereru looks for ways to help others, you did just that Kayla
Kayla Stewart when you offered to bring in bits and bobs to assist someone's
inquiry project on the Flight Deck, thank you.
Flight Deck
You are a valued member of the Flight Deck due to your big kereru
Miss Fly, heart. You understand the importance of caring for others and are
Kyah Vekene
Mr Buller & always looking out for when you can lend a hand. Kia Manawanui.
Mrs Barker
A supportive classmate is always appreciated. You are kind and
Mia Taikato caring and will go out of your way to help others. Keep on being the
Kereru! Kia Manawanui
Sports News
If you have any queries or can offer your time, skills, knowledge, or support in any way please do not hesitate to contact
Lisa House via email:
sports@welcomebay.school.nz
Sports News and Results
School Sports:
Basketball
Draw
Year 1-2
Monday 6th August
WB Kereru v Oropi Bucks, 4.30pm, Court 2A, QEYC
Year 3-4
Tuesday 7th August
WB Kea v SR Pistons, 3.50pm, Court 7, ASB Arena
Year 5-6
Friday 3rd August
WB Falcons v Omanu Clippers, 4.40pm, QEYC 1
WB Karearea v ACG Dunkers, 3.50pm, QEYC 1
Results
Year 1-2
WB Kereru played Bethlehem Stars and had their best game yet! Playing really well as a team
and sharing the ball around, we won 31 - 6. Player of the Day was Jaxson Slattery for some
super star shooting.
Year 3-4
WB Kea played STM Wild Tigers and won 14-4. Player of the Day was Kaira Nepia
Year 5-6
WB Falcons played Pyes Pa Warriers and lost 24 - 10.
WB Karearea played Arataki Warriors and won 22 - 20.
For draws, results and information please visit http://tauranga.basketball/
Netball
Draw
Saturday 4th August
Year 5-6
WB Karearea v
Results
WB Karearea played Pyeriko Ferns and won 12 - 6. Player of the Day were Gina-Ann and
Kaydia Hamilton.
Sports News and Results cont.
Hockey
Draw
Saturday 4th August
Year 3-4
WB Toroa draw not available yet
Year 5-6
WB Falcon draw not available yet
Results
WB Falcons are on fire! Saturday saw them taking the 5th win from as many games toppling
the Mt Surfsticks 5 - 1.
Players of the Day was Lucas Daum for his tireless effort in both defence and attack.
Wacky Hair and Mufti Day
Friday 10th August
Gold Coin Donation
Kids can supports 675 schools across New Zealand and have another 27 schools on the waiting ist. They
enable kiwi kids to get to and through the school gates in a better position to learn. By working with
schools KidsCan ensure better accountability and that their programmes reach the children who need it
most. They support WBS by providing food, jackets, tissues and shoes.
Your support for this worthwhile cause is extremely appreciated.
SPCA CUPCAKE DAY FUNDRAISER
Flight Deck & Take Flight
Term 3, 2018
On Monday 6th August, Flight Deck and Take Flight Tamariki will be baking cupcakes to raise money for
the SPC, a non-profit organisation who are dedicated to caring for and rehoming animals who hav not
been cared for.
We will deliver the cupcakes (1 per student) on
Tuesday 7th August for a golf coin donation. All profits will be donated to the SPCA.
We invite all Welcome Bay School Tamariki to bring a gold coin donation on Tuesday 7th August and
in return, receive a delicious cupcake which they will decorate themselves in their hubs.
We thank all of our wonderful WBS whoa for your support with this special and worthy cause.
To find out more information please visit
https://www.rnzspca.org.nz/get-involved/events/544-spca-cucake-day-2018
Nga mihi,
Flight Deck and Take Flight Tamariki and Teachers.
Parent’s Coffee Group
IT’S TIME YOUR CHILDREN GOT
THE EDUCATION THEY DESERVE
KiaOra mums and dads! We would love
You send your children to school to help set them
you to join us on school day Tuesdays from
up for life. Yet, schools are facing a teacher
9am at Palmer’s Garden Centre Cafē. A
shortage crisis, with a 40% drop in people training
great way to connect with other WBS
to be teachers; and a growing number of school-
parents.
aged children. Schools are struggling to find
For more info contact: enough staff to teach our children.
Helen 027.438.8977 or WHAT ARE WE CAMPAIGNING FOR?
Jenny 027.578.7676
* More teachers - so your kids can get
more attention
Important Dates * More resources / stage to support
children with additional learning needs
for the term * A pay jolt to salaries for teachers to
address the teacher shortage - so that
Term 3 is 10 weeks… your children will have a
teacher in the future.
School term events SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!
Let your teachers know you support them and join
Fri 10th Aug: Wacky Hair and Mufti Day in campaign activities at your local school.
Tues 14th Aug: Board of Trustees meeting 5.00pm
Weds 15th Aug: NZEI Teachers and Principals Strike
School closed
20 - 24 Aug: Kids Can Ride - Flight Deck
Mon 27 Aug: Dental Van in - End of Term 4
Tues 18 Sept: Learning Catch Ups - 3.15 - 7.00pm
Wed 19 Sept: Learning Catch Ups - 8.00 - 5.00pm
Fri 21 Sept: Sports Assembly
Mon 24 Sept: Coastal Discovery Trip - Hub 4
Wed 26 Sept: Coastal Discovery Trip - Hub 4
Fri 28th Sept: Celebration Assembly
Last Day of Term
Mon 14th Oct: Term 4 starts - 8.55am
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