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Newsletters March 10th, 2010
STUDENT COUNCIL
Our Student Council met for the first time last week. These student leaders meet weekly with the principal to discuss how SWIS can be a better place for students. They are also expected to model behaviour appropriate behaviour for other students. We are certain they will all do a great job. Back row from left: Emma D., Grace G-A., Kate J., Kelsey F., Daniel B., Gus S., Aizac M., Kiran R. Middle Row: Jesse W., Max M-L., Alice H., Alicia P., Nikita G., Khadro M., Ruairi C-F. Front Row: Scarlett T., Tess B., Henk W., Bradley G., Tim B.
CHESS CLUB Wednesdays 3.00—4.30 p.m. Library Cost $2 per session All interested students very welcome.
STUDY CENTRE Tuesdays 3.00 p.m. —4.00 p.m. School Library Students are welcome to attend for supported independent study. Afternoon tea provided.
Quote of the Week “A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner.” English proverb.
Principal’s Comment Individual families have their own particular ways of looking at the world. This may be referred to as a life philosophy and schools can only touch on this from time to time. Some parents tend to teach this through religious beliefs, through their own behaviours, through encouraging their children to read widely, or through quiet chats. Many fortunate people, young and old, find a special family member or trusted friend who will take the time to share thoughts on life. Often grandparents take on this role and many cultures have a tradition for trusted elders or thinkers to relate ‘life lessons’ through stories, old sayings or poems. The learning which families can share is enormous. Taking time to talk and share experiences is a powerful education. Here are some commonly held beliefs you may like to discuss with your child. * We all need to take responsibility for our actions. * Accept that making mistakes doesn’t mean that we are mistakes. * Understand that others have the right to think and believe differently. * The world is fascinating and exciting, not a horrible place. * Everyone has their own personal dreams. * Like us, the world can never be perfect—no total happiness, no total absence of pain. * We cannot change what others do, only our reaction to them. The parents’ challenge is to strengthen links between yourselves and your children and school. This will assist your child to be in charge of their learning and empower them to be positive, motivated, successful young adults of the future. Be patient and persist—the rewards are worth the effort. Mike Debney
In Term Two I will be taking a sabbatical to undertake research relating to student behaviour. In my absence Mrs. Smith will be acting principal. Although a suitable reliever has been found for Room 9, Mrs. Smith will continue to keep in close contact with the class. M. Debney
Thank You Students We wish to publicly recognise the appropriate, positive behaviour displayed by these students and identified by a staff member. Ryan Gerrard Bronnie Wilde Danni Gray Pahemotu Vilipaama Malte Peick Tim Blyth Khadro Mohamed Maya Vieregg Jack Power Shae Patel Clara Bosshard Ruby Macfarlane Daniel Baldwin
Small Empty Computer Cartridges Don’t throw them away! Send them to school with your child. We will collect them and can raise $4 for each one, any size. Remember your empty ones at work as well. Ask friends and family to collect for you. Let’s see how many we can get!!
Available Term One Dates 10 Mar Japanese group arrives School Athletic Sports 11 Mar Powhiri Japanese students Postponement SWIS Athletics 12 Mar Mufti/wheels day 15 Mar Fest Arts-The Tragic Life of Cheeseboy Goal setting interviews 16 Mar Goal setting interviews 18 Mar Chess Tournament 23 Mar Inter-Intermediate Athletics 25 Mar Postponement II Athletics 26 Mar Mufti/wheels day 01 Apr Last day, Term One
19 Apr First day, Term Two
BOARD OF TRUSTEES CONTACT Lynn McBain (Chair) 027 241 4082 Eryl Jones 383 6235 Lindsay Daysh 027 261 5840 Barry White 021 477 663 Michael Priest 934 4738
Board of Trustees Meeting 7.00 p.m. Monday 8th March
Interested parents very welcome
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE Robyn Cantlon, our Public Health Nurse will be at school during lunchtimes conducting free Health clinics on the following date: Tuesday 16 March Tuesday 30 March Parents may refer children by contacting the office. Staff may also refer children and children may refer themselves (Check location of clinic at office). Referrals may relate to any Health issue.
UNIFORM Skorts are now available as an optional item for girls. If you wish to purchase one you may do so at the school office for $45.00.
Student Council Mufti Friday 12th March $2 Proceeds towards school magazine and Student Council activities
TOP HOUSE Kakapo
Cancer Society Tips Q. What is Ultra Violet Radiation? (UVR) A. UVR is the wavelength of sunlight that can burn our skin. This is the part which we need to protect ourselves from when in the sun by covering up and using sunscreen.
Q. Do we need protection on cool days during the summer? A. Yes. Just because you don’t feel heat, it doesn’t mean that there is no UVR. UVR is separate to the heat you feel from the sun. The UVR is still present whether the day is cool or hot because the sun is so close to Zealand. That’s why on cool days during the summer you can still get burnt.
SOUTH WELLINGTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Athletic Sports Wednesday 10th March (Postponement day Thursday 11th March) 9.30 a.m.—2.00 p.m. Newtown Park All students require P.E. uniform and hat. Sunblock will be provided. Parents/caregivers very welcome
P.T.A. Meeting Tuesday 30th Mar 7.00pm—8.00pm Staffroom All parents and caregivers very Welcome Contact Mary Tristram for more details.
GOAL SETTING INTERVIEWS There are two pages of inserts concerning goal setting interviews accompanying this newsletter home. Your may contact the office for these forms. The interviews can be very valuable for all concerned. They will be held on Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th March: 3.20—5.00 p.m., 6.00—8.00 p.m. Please complete the preferred interview time slip and return to school a.s.a.p. You will receive a slip with your interview time. Please also complete the questionnaire with your child and bring it to the interview. This can give staff a valuable insight and greatly assist in setting realistic and worthwhile goals. M. Debney
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