Kia ora
koutou,
Naumai e
te whanau o te kura Muritai
Tena
koutou katoa
Welcome
to Luka Tokeley, Emily Diederich,Thomas Delaney and Charlea Salisbury-Metcalfe
in Room 1, Milla Press in Room 5, Asher Press in Room 13 and Zac Hallam in Room
4, who have joined the Muritai School community . Our roll is currently sitting
at 452.
As we
approach the end of the term it is a very busy time at the school. Students are
very active with their learning at present working through their learning
programme and completing tasks that help them be the 'best that they can be'.
We do
understand that term 3 is a busy term for children, teachers and families. It
is the same every year, especially with our annual school production, which
this year is the Wearable Arts and our busy arts programme . We do
set the bar very high and our productions are always well received so we don't
want to take any shortcuts to reduce our high standards. At the same time
children are very busy with their normal learning.
These
activities enable the children to work across levels and with different people
and staff. It really is a challenging time but with this challenge comes
growth. You can see the confidence lifting as the days go on and I am sure that
the show will see the children at their very best. We have had huge support
along the way, particularly from the parent community who are heavily involved
in helping their children complete their own creative designs for 'The Lost
Civilisation'. This support is much appreciated.
ICAS ENGLISH
We had a strong return from Muritai students from the ICAS English exam
results with 3 High Distinctions, 10 Distinctions and 14 Credits.
Congratulations to...
High Distinction - Cella Connell, Evie Richardson, Lauren Redpath
Distinction - Finlay Clark, Olivia Morphew, Margarita Montes de Oca, Dan
Walker, Rachel Vass, Alexander Cox-Turk, Pablo Montes de Oca, Samantha Morphew,
Andrew Sutcliffe, Isobel Cochrane
Credit - Lucy Harris, Erin O'Shannessy, Mia Schoenborn, Oscar
Zuijderwijk, Georgie Allan, Charlotte Humphries, Shannyn Thompson, Samantha
Woolley, Emma Beevers, Macey Caughley, Callan Hughes, Harry Crawford,
Seth Patel, Gabriella Turner
ICAS WRITING
We had an excellent return for Muritai students in the ICAS Writing
exam. Olivia Morphew was named as a medal winner with the top year 4 piece of
writing in New Zealand which is a phenomenal achievement. Overall the children
performed superbly with 3 High Distinctions, 5 Distinctions and 10 Credits.
Congratulations to...
High Distinction - Margarita Montes de Oca, Seth
Patel, Olivia Morphew
Distinction - Harry Crawford, Maya Hahn, Rachel Vass, Eliza
Schaffer, Evie Wilson
Credit - Kirrin Robinson, Emeline Gray, Samantha Morphew, Charlotte
Goble, Helena Cvitanovich, Evie Richardson, Finlay Clark, Esme Cochrane,
Amy Schoenborn, Oscar Zuijderwijk
GROUND BREAKING
DISCOVERIES
Following a visit from GNS Scientist Julian Thomson, the Year 3s and 4s
set about recreating fossils of a modern age. Head over to Room 15s blog to see
how to make fossils in 60 minutes rather than 60 million years and have a
browse through some of the amazing discoveries that were made, changing the
history of science forever!
SPELL-A-THON
Firstly a huge thank you to all those students who have returned their
Spell-A-Thon folder and sponsorship money. We are tracking extremely well
and will be able to provide the school with some great new resources - some
tents, iPads, high interest reading books and specialised art supplies.
Just a reminder, the date for the sponsorship early bird draw is
this Friday, so if you want to have a chance of winning some great
prizes, please return your money by the end of school this Friday 13 September.
We would love a couple of people to help with counting money on Friday. If you are free, please let Carole and Sue in the office know.
Narelle Ferrier, Home and School
COMMUNITY SURVEY
Thank you to the families who have responded to the community survey.
The Board appreciates getting feedback on how successfully the school is
meeting the needs of the students. We have had about a 30% return rate from
families which is the norm. The Board will work through the information and
feed the results back to the community
LUCKY BOOK ORDERS
All Lucky Book Orders are due back on Monday September 16th. PLEASE do
not send cash. You can pay by credit card or cheque made out to Scholastic NZ
Ltd.
WEARABLE ARTS
Students and teachers are busy with rehearsals for our Wearable Arts
performances next week. Costumes being brought into school are just
amazing. Tickets are selling fast so make sure you don't miss out by
buying yours now. Adults are $10, Children and Seniors are $7.50
Performances are:
Tuesday 1pm
(Matinee)
Tuesday 7pm
Wednesday 7pm
Thursday 7pm
Drinks and nibbles will be available from the hall kitchen from
6.30pm. Come along early to get a good seat and enjoy a glass of
wine, beer or juice before the show starts.
ARTSPLASH
Our school choir performed on Monday night at the Artsplash Festival at
the Michael Fowler Centre. Well tuned by Ruth Hooke, they sang a variety of
songs ranging from Mary Poppins to the BeeGees in what was a fun, lively
concert. John Woodnorth had a central role with his ukelele and Rosie
Owles was part of a dance group that performed on centre stage.
MURITAI OUT OF SCHOOL CARE
Staff
Wanted
Muritai
After School Care are looking for someone to work on a casual basis as part of
our After School Care and Holiday Programmes. If you have an interest in
working with children aged between 5-12 years, have a sense of fun, are
responsible and think you would be a great role model for the children, please
contact Mel Dowdall for more information.
Ph:
5627718 Mobile: 027531772 Email: masc@muritai.school.nz
Previous
experience in working with children is preferable.
Holiday
Programme
Enrolments
forms for the Muritai After School Care October Holiday Programme are available
from the school office or online at www.muritaiafterschoolcare.blogspot.co.nz (go
to the 'book online' tab to enrol).
Activities
will include some great days at school such as our 'Foam Fun Day' where
children will make their own foaming snakes, pictures and volcanoes, a Whacky
Dress-up and Crazy Games Day, PJ Party, Sports Day, Masterchef and a Drama
Workshop Day. We will also be going on outings to The Repertory Theatre
to see Snow White, Carluccci Land Mini Golf, Te Papa and The Movies. Come
join us for some guaranteed fun these holidays!
SPORTS
Muritai Netball
We are pleased to say that Muritai Netball has had a very successful
2013. Of the eight netball teams, the Year 6 and Year 5 teams both won
their grade in round two and the Year 7-8 B team won their grade in round one.
Our Year 7-8 A team were also very successful, playing very competitive netball
in Intermediate grade 2. The highest grade a Muritai team has ever competed in!
On behalf of Andrew and the team at Muritai, we would like to say a huge
thank you to all the coaches and managers who worked tirelessly throughout the
season spending many hours improving the girls’ skills and ensuring the teams
ran smoothly on the day. Without your help the girls wouldn’t be at
the level they are today so THANK YOU!
Narelle, Jess and Hayley (netball coordinators
HOCKEY
Congratulations to our Year 5-6 Hockey team who returned from their Zone
tournament with the champions trophy. Coached by Mr McMillan over the last few
weeks, and managed by a group of parents on the day, both the boys and girls
teams we able to consistently deliver the goods across the day to finish top of
the table. Excellent news.
HUTT VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL VISIT
Last week
our Year 8 students visited Hutt Valley High School to check out what life was
like as a high school student. We had a fantastic time observing chemical
reactions in the science labs, creating photograms in the darkroom of the art
department and playing multisport in the gymnasium.
A big
thank you to our Year 9 class for showing us around and Amanda Gibbs for
organising our day. Our year 8s can't wait to get there - not long now!
COMMUNITY NOTICES
LOST - ONE GUITAR. Can you please check your children's guitars as Sofya Dixon's guitar has gone missing from school. It is distinctive as it is blue. If you have picked it up by mistake, please return to the school office.
Eastbourne Market
This is on this Sunday the 15th starting at 10.00 at the Muritai Senior
School. Plenty of local stalls and things to buy.
Point
Howard Playcentre Fundraiser
Limited
tickets left for a pre- screening of Mr Pip on Thursday 26th September. Please
ring Tamar on 021 670 004 if interested
Eastbourne
Junior Cricket Registration - Year 1-8
Junior
Cricket Registration will be held on Saturday 21st September from
1000-1200 at HW Shortt club rooms. Players can also register at
www. eastbournecricket.org.nz
FREE
school holiday programme for 5-12 year olds
Get
moving! Join our FREE sports sessions these school holidays at a park near you.
Active
Kids in the Park is a free programme for 5-12 year olds. Over two hours kids
will learn a range of sports skills and then apply them by games that include
touch, long ball, American kickball, two-ball soccer, bullrush, dodge ball,
t-ball and more.
In our
area the programme is being run on Thursday 3 October from
10am-12pm at CL Bishop Park, Marine Parade, Eastbourne.
Kids need
to take snacks and water with them as well as an adult to supervise. Get some
friends or family together, pack a picnic and enjoy yourselves on the
side-lines while the kids run around and learn new skills
Lower
Hutt Athletics Registrations Open
Is the
next Valerie Adams or Nick Willis living in your house? Lower Hutt Athletics
Club can help you find out. Registrations for the 2013/14 track and field
season are now open. Learn basic movements and skills for throwing, jumping and
running events. Compete with children from other parts of Wellington and New
Zealand.
Registration
is on Wednesday 25 September from 6pm, at the upstairs long room, Hutt Rec
Grandstand. Or go to www.lhaac.org.nz.
Children’s Pottery Classes
4 mornings (10-12 pm) or afternoons (1-3 pm) on the 7th, 9th ,10th, 11th
October, at Wellington Potters Rooms, Thorndon 4 x 2 hour sessions. $85.00
includes clay and firing. Maximum 9 students, ages 7 to 14
years. Phone 233-0003 Rosemary
O’Hara, roseo@klezmer.co.nz Potter and Registered Teacher.
Kids ½ price at Staglands weekdays of October school holidays
Staglands fantastic spring holiday special is back! – All kids get ½
price entry every week day of the October school holidays. Why not make
the most of the longer days and warmer weather? Come up and meet the cute new
arrivals, bring a picnic or BBQ and enjoy a great family day out.
Offer valid: 9.30am – 5pm every weekday of school holidays (Monday
– Friday)
28th September - 13th October
(excludes weekends)
Adults $20
Children (4 – 15 years) $4
Children (3 and under) Free
(Note: offer is not available in conjunction with any other special
group rate or offer).
The 2013
NZ Sport Stacking Championships
21
September 2013
8.45am-5.30pm
Arena 3,
Pascal St, Palmerston North
Registrations
forms can be downloaded from: http://www.speedstacks.co.nz/pages/tournaments
Fun
Spanish for children - A great opportunity has just opened up in Thorndon, Wellington.
Spanish lessons are being run from 4 to 5pm with a good teacher, for
ages 5 to 12. Don't miss this great opportunity.
Lots of
interactive and communicative activities – role play, crafts, activity sheets,
lively games, board games, songs and drama. For more information or to
register please contact Stefi Plimmer-Blattner on stefi@lcfclubs.co.nz,
or phone 562 8211. Visit the website www.lcfclubs.co.nz-
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