What's on?
Mihi Whakatau
On Monday (10 May), commencing at 2.30pm, we are holding our Term 2 Mihi Whakatau to welcome new students and teachers and their families into the Amesbury School community.
If you are able, we would love for as many of the Amesbury whānau as possible to join together in this ceremony.
New Parent Information Session
Following shortly after the mihi whakatau, and commencing at 3.30pm will be information sessions for new parents.
Swimming Lessons
Just a reminder that Koru swimming lessons are underway on Thursdays.
Students need to bring togs, a towel and a swim cap, all in a named swimming bag. Goggles are also very useful, but not compulsory.
ICAS Exams 2021
If you are interested in participating in the 2021 ICAS Exams please read Urs's article for all the details.
The dates to remember are:
Year 5 & 6 End of Year Activites Week - Please fill in the Form by Friday 14 May
I know it seems early, but one of the options for this year's end of year camp for Y5 & 6 will take place in the South Island, so planning and fundraising are well underway.
All parents of Y5 & 6 students should have already been sent the initial information article. This includes general information plus a payment timeline and a request for parent help.
Please click on the link to fill in the camp permission form by Friday 14th May (end of Week 2, Term 2). We ask that all parents fill out the camp permission form, even if your child is not planning to attend the camp. This will help us with organising the Year 5 & 6 Activities Week.
Additional Friday Lunch Option - Sushi
Very exciting news ... we are trialling sushi lunch orders from Chia Sushi on Fridays this term. (We will still be offering Pita Pit).
Sushi orders are through Lunch Online (not Kindo).
See our webpage for all of our lunch options.
Kelly Sports Winter Warm Up Sports - Yrs. 0-4 – Friday’s 3:05-4:05pm
Kelly Sports will be back in Term 2 with their fun and exciting classes. Come and try Football, Basketball, Netball and Rippa Rugby! It’s a great way to try new sports, learn new skills and improve ability.
We use games & drills to teach game sense and team play. Learn the fundamental skills for all sports – throwing, running, jumping, striking, balance and many more – all while having a great time!
Sessions start Friday 14 May 2021 - Cost is $96 for 8 weeks
For full details and to enrol into our programmes visit www.kellysports.co.nz email adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz or call 04 972 7201.
Community Notices
Samuel Marsden Collegiate School - Year 7 entry 2022
Open Day: Sunday 16 May 2021, 2pm-4pm.
Year 7 Information Webinar: 24 May, 7pm – 8pm.
Experience Year 7: 16 June, 8.25am – 3.25pm.
Please register for Open day, information webinar and day in class at https://www.marsden.school.nz/about/enrolments/experience-marsden/
Scholarships: Year 7 Academic Scholarship applications close 20 May, exam date 29 May. Māori & Pasifika Scholarship applications close 6 August. Please apply online at marsden.school.nz/about/scholarships/
Enrolments 2022: full enrolment due 9 July 2021, apply online at https://www.marsden.school.nz/about/enrolments/
For questions or to organise a personal tour please contact Enrolment Registrar Leigh McCathie on 476 8707. marsden.school.nz
Aikido for Juniors
Aikido is a martial art with a difference. Its focus being on defence rather than attack: a non-violent, defensive art. Aikido is renowned for its benefits for self-control, co-ordination and posture, and like all martial arts promotes confidence and provides fun, fitness and friendship.
We are seeking more juniors students: being very Covid cautious we stopped training during last year’s restrictions, and are seeking to build up our lively classes again. We are a not-for-profit organisation teaching the art of aikido, based in Kaiwharawhara, in our 27th year.
Classes: Monday (Kids, around 6+ to 12 years) and Wednesday (Teens) 5:30pm during school terms, $80 per term. City Dojo, 132 Hutt Rd, Kaiwharawhara, Wellington, directly above Animates pet shop.
Turn up and give it a try - first 3 lessons are free. And parents, we have beginner classes at 6:30pm for you too :-). Contact Conrad at conrad@aikido.org.nz or 021 843 467, or visit www.aikido.org.nz.
