PUKETE PRIMARY SCHOOL
NEWSLETTER
Newsletter 26 June 2015
2016 TERM DATES
Term 1 – 2 February – 15 April
Children’s Dance Performance
On Tuesday our children preformed the dances they had been
learning with Kate from Footsteps Dance Company, and I was rapt.
I thought all the children were absolutely fantastic, they were fully
engaged, and were very obviously enjoying dancing. I hope we
have ignited a passion in many of our children that they will
pursue. Thank you parents, for the great turnout and support.
Speech Finals
Our senior children have been working hard on their speeches and
the speech final will be held on Tuesday in Te Manawa. Please
note the times are approximate;
9:10am – Year 4
9:30am - Year 5
10:00am - Year 6
(Parents of those children in the finals will receive a note.)
Nepal Earthquake and Mufti Day Friday 3 July
In April a devastating earthquake struck Nepal causing great loss
of life and destruction. Mick Scott, one of our parents happened to
be in Nepal at the time working on a digital story for Fairfax Media.
Obviously when the quake struck he covered it. A life changing
experience I am sure. Today at assembly he shared some of his
experiences. Next Friday the money raised through the mufti day
will be going to a charity in Nepal that Michael supports called
Smilehigh. You can check out this charity at smilehigh.net. Before
the quake there focus was on dental health, now they are working
on quake recovery.
Keeping our Kids Safe
A reminder to parents about keeping children safe.
Have you discussed with your children scenarios such as;
You are late picking them up?
A stranger approaches them?
They get lost?
They are inadvertently home alone?
Do they know your cell number and address?
Do you let school know if your child is absent from school?
Coming Up
Tuesday 30 June – Speech Finals
Thursday 2 July - Reading Together
Friday 3 July
– Assembly Sharing Room 10 and 12 (NB Not
Rm 8 as I indicated last week.)
Last Day of Term – we close at 3.00 p.m.
Term 2 - 2 May – 8 July
Term 3 - 25 July – 23 September
Term 4 – 10 October – 15 December
Virtues Awards
Well done to all our hard working students and this week we would
like to recognise the efforts of the following children:Room 2 – Cameron – Diligence
Settling to work quickly, following instruction and for being a
wonderful helpful class member. You have really started to make
independent choices about your education. What you put in is
what you get out. It’s great to see you starting to think before you
act. Keep up the hard work.
Room 3 – Liam – Creativity
Always trying your hardest at any creative activity we do. You take
your time and put a lot of detail and interest into your art work.
You have a real talent in art and Room 3 are proud of you.
Room 4 – Maddigan – Excellence
Being a role model in class in both learning and behaviour. You
take pride in your work, which is always completed and presented
to a high standard. You are a pleasure to teach and to have in the
class and always have an amazing attitude.
Room 5 – Amethyst – Confidence
Delivering a very convincing and informative speech about Animal
Testing. You had obviously practised so hard; as you nearly knew
it all off by heart. Ka Pai!
Room 6 – Kahu – Courage
You worked extremely hard to research, write and present your
speech. You displayed a step up in courage when presenting to
Room 6. We are proud of you.
Room 7 – Turei – Diligence
Producing an outstanding homework project and for performing a
well-rehearsed and researched speech. Congratulatios on the
successes in your learning. Keep up the good work!
Room 8 – Nicole – Cooperation
Being a cooperative and caring member of our class and for
always putting a 100% effort into everything you do. You are a
pleasure to have in Room 8. Ka pai!
Room 9 – Kauri – Enthusiasm
Putting a big effort into your speech writing and assembly practice.
You are a valued member of Room 9 and we love having you in
our class.
Room 10 – Gurkirat – Diligence
Putting 100% effort into independently researching and writing an
excellent Information Report to present as a speech.
Room 11 – Ewan – Respect
Showing he is ready to learn at mat time. You are trying hard to
remember to sit up on the mat. Ka Pai! You are a Room 11
Superstar.
Room 12 – Talan – Responsibility
Trying really hard to be doing the right thing at the right time. You
can now sit up beautifully on the mat and at assembly. Well done.
Room 13 – Emily – Reliability
Always being so dependable. Your teacher and your classmates
can always rely on you to help and do the right thing. You are a
Room 13 superstar!
Room 14 – Regan – Caring
Being a caring and helpful class member. You always try your
best and help others when they need it. Thanks for being a good
friend in Room 14.
Room 15 – Ashleigh – Courage
Having the courage and confidence to step outside of your comfort
zone. You have shown true effort in your dance recital and your
art work this week. It is great to see you contributing so well in
room 15 and we are all proud of you.
Room 16 – Sara – Diligence
Being a powerful Pukete learner by managing yourself. You settle
to work quickly and focus until the task is completed to a high
standard. Keep up the good work Sara. You are a star!
Room 17 – Lyla – Responsibility
Being a hardworking Pukete Learner. You can be relied upon in
the classroom to get on with your work and this has helped your
whole table to be more responsible during learning time. Well
done Lyla, you are a Room 17 superstar!
Room 18 – Thomas – Determination
Always working hard at reading and writing so that you get better
every day. Keep up the great work!
Room 19 – Matthew – Creativity
Using your imagination at writing time. You have interesting ideas
to write about and you have been using ‘wow’ words that make
your work exciting to read.
Room 20 – Keira-Jayne – Patience
You have done an amazing job at showing Room 20 how patient
you can be when waiting for your turn in the classroom. You
understand that some things take time and are worth the wait.
Keep up the great job!!
Room 21 – Lucas – Courtesy
Having beautiful manners; and being friendly and polite to
everyone at school. Ka pai!
SPORTS RESULTS
Hockey
Last Saturday Pukete Eagles played against Glenview All
Rounders and drew 2-2 coming away with the same score as the
last time we played them. Our teams seem to be very closely
matched in skill and ability which makes for a very even game of
hockey. Everyone played well calling for the ball, supporting each
other, passing and sharing the ball around and some great plays
were set up for Kaitlyn and Ryan to score our goals. You all played
so well with only one sub and I hope you have lots of energy left to
face Te Totara on Saturday. Player of the day went to Kaitlyn for
her good positioning, defending and scoring one of our two goals.
Saturday 13th June
Pukete Seals played the Holy
Midgets with the final score being
one all. This was our toughest
game to date and all the Seals,
played their hearts out! You all
showed great sportsmanship and
displayed
the
virtues
of
determination
and
cooperation. Our one goal was scored by George, who never gave
up and was worn out after all his running! Player of the day and
the ToyWorld voucher was awarded to Kaia (pictured) for her
terrific attacking skills, she showed great determination and
grit. Well done Kaia! Choosing player of the day is getting tough
as all the Seals are giving 100%. Alexis had a great game getting
amongst all the action and also Ben, whom returned to support his
team after being injured.
Saturday 20th June
Pukete Seals played St Pius Arrows
losing one – nil. It was a tough game,
with St Puis showing great attacking
skills and all round defence. Player
of the day and the Toyworld voucher
was awarded to Alexis (pictured) for
her enthusiasm and the continued
support she shows her team
mates. Thanks to our Seals families
for their encouragement and
support. See you all on Saturday at
10.30am for another enjoyable game.
Pukete Smurfs played Deanwell Strikers winning 5-0. The Smurfs
played well keeping the ball in our territory. Our defenders did a
great job getting the ball back down our end. I’m loving the way
Ewan has really stepped up and it’s great to see his confidence
and skills shine. Sophie C as always, is like a little fox terrier
jabbing and tackling the ball. She never gives up and more times
than not wins the ball. She earned Player of the Day this week.
Great stuff Sophie. Breanna is another determined little player.
Loves to score goals and she scored a beauty! Supporters were
well impressed! She was awarded Smurf of the day. Kaia scored
two, Breanna two and Sophie C one. Emma, Lily and Mason had
an awesome game. This week we are concentrating on trapping
and moving with the ball before passing! Loving your work team!
PTA NEWS
We want our Quiz Night and Gala this year to
be a great success! We are currently working
on sponsorship for these events. If you have
any business contacts that can help with
donations please contact Sheree Smith via the
school office.
Pencil into your dairies 21 August 2015 – Quiz
Night. We will be selling individual tickets and
tables! Watch the newsletter for more details.
Bodywise is a family based programme aiming to manage over
weight issues in children aged 5-12 yrs. Participation in a 6 week
group programme is supported by on going individual visits for a
further 12 months. Programme topics include: healthy eating for
families, school lunches and snacks, getting active, promoting self
esteem and confidence, tips for dealing with bullying, problem
solving and goal setting. Bodywise is now accepting referrals for
programmes scheduled for term 3 and 4.
For more information contact either:
Helen, Bodywise Dietitian: Ph: (07)838 3565 ext. 22142
Email. helen.stockman@waikatodbh.health.nz
Soroya, Bodywise Active Families Co-ordinator
P: 858 5388 E. soroyam@sportwaikato.org.nz
HAMILTON NZRDA
Gain valuable skills and horsemanship with our quality, focused
Sunday Block courses.
 Spaces are limited so be in quick!
 Next course starts 2 August 2015
 Courses held at Hamilton Group RDA, 1340 Pukete
Road, Hamilton.
Contact: Hannah Doughty 0275426732 or Diane Gilder
021827414. Email: coach@hamiltonrda.com.
PUKETE KINDERGARTEN – ENROLMENTS WELCOME
We are currently seeking enrolments at our wonderful
Kindergarten. Enrolments start at 2 yrs with an approximate
starting age of 3 yrs, which is subject to change. We offer a
fantastic environment with a wide range of stimulating educational
experiences for your child/tamariki. We offer sessional hours (am
and pm) and have 20 ECE Hours available. Our fully trained team
is warm and caring and would welcome your enrolment. Please
phone 849-3718 for any further queries or email us at
pukete@kindergarten.org.nz.
WHITIORA BIBLE
PROGRAMME
CHURCH
–
SCHOOL
HOLIDAY
In the lounge at Whitiora Bible Church 24 Abbotsford Street,
Whitiora – Bible Stories, Crafts, Games.
Monday 13 July – Friday 17 July
9.00 a.m. – 3.00 p.m. daily For children aged 5 – 12 years. Cost
$10 per family per day. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Please bring a packed lunch.