Carpark Closed Tuesday (29 March)
There is a large concrete pour involving 20 - 30 concrete trucks from 5am - 1pm on Tuesday 29 March. As a result the car park being closed during this time.
Please walk or wheel to school where possible. If you need to use a vehicle, please be prepared to park on the surrounding roads and walk down into school.
The car park should be open as usual for the afternoon pick up.
Obviously this task is weather dependent and will be postponed in inclement weather.
Dress Up Day - Friday 1 April
This Friday (1 April) we will have a school wide dress up day. Dress up as anything you want!
This is being organized by the Pōhutukawa Fundraiser group students as part of their Kaitiakitanga Leadership role in the school.
Please bring a gold coin donation if you are not wearing your uniform. This money will go towards The Red Cross supporting people in the Ukraine. You can bring in your donation or donate via the school shop (select “Fundraising” from the home page, then select the amount you wish to donate.
There will be certificates given out in each hub for the best-dressed.
Online Conferences Term 1, 2022
Amesbury School will be holding our first set of conferences for 2022 in the second to last week of this term. This is where we we report on student learning and progress.
Due to the current Omicron outbreak, these conferences will be held online. This means all conferences will be held via video conference, and the meeting will be between parents / caregivers and their child's whānau teacher, as a chance for them to connect. We would also like tamariki to attend these online meetings, where possible. It gives parents and caregivers, tamariki and kaiako (teachers) the chance to discuss their child's progress, their learning levels and social development.
Please read the article with all of the booking information, including how the online conference will work, and who you need to book a conference time with, if you haven't already done so. The article was sent to you via Hero on 18 March and is also included in this week's Amesbury Digest Hero notification.
Amesbury Miniball 2022
Does your child wish to play miniball for Amesbury in 2022?
Eilis is looking for players (Year 3 & up) as well as coaches and managers.
If you are interested, find out more details in Eilis's article and complete the attached form.
Registrations close on Monday the 4th of April.
Swimming Lessons in Term 2
Swimming lessons for the whole school will be taking place in Term 2. As swimming is part of our PE curriculum, we encourage all students to sign up to the lessons.
All of the details are included in these articles:
You are asked to please complete the form by 7 April for each of your children whether or not they will be swimming.
Amesbury Netball 2022
Registrations are now open for your child/ren to play netball for Amesbury in 2022. Email Eilis eilis@amesbury.school.nz if they wish to play.
Please note that in the red alert level spectators are not permitted to attend the games.
Eilis's article provides all of the information, including dates. She is also looking for coaches, umpires & managers. Please contact Eilis if you are interested in helping out in any of these roles.
Movin' March - Final Week
It's the final week of Movin' March for 2022 but there are still tons of prizes, including a $400 MyRide voucher, for those who participate, and participating is super easy. Simply walk or ride to school to qualify for a passport stamp, which automatically qualifies you the prizes. And, if you live too far away, park and ride also qualifies.
Don't forget there is a photo competition too.
All these prizes for doing something that is healthy for your child and the environment. That's got to be a big win/win.
For all of the details please read Natalie's Movin' March article.
Riddles programme for tamariki aged 7 and older
Are your tamariki up for solving riddles? If so go to this link on TVNZ On Demand.
Each programme contains a riddle that the children must solve. It's an excellent way to help with their thinking skills.
Lost and Found
If any of the following are yours please see Rachel in the office:
Kelly Club Holiday Programme
Kelly Club Holiday Programmes focus on giving children aged between 5 and 13 the opportunity to do things they enjoy in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment.
The programme is packed with activities to entertain and inspire children. We have some exciting days planned: "Eggstravaganza Day", "Kelly Club Top Chef Day", "Anzac Day", "Giant Ball Day", "Kelly Club Survivor" Plus trips to: The Marine Centre and Zealandia.
Kelly Club Amesbury Activity Planner
To enrol: www.kellyclub.co.nz email amesbury@kellyclub.co.nz or call 021 133 2891.
Kelly Sport Holiday Programme
Football - Wests Rugby Clubrooms, Ian Galloway Park, Wilton - 9.30am-12.30pm
Perfect for beginners and those just wanting to have fun.Come along and improve technique, knowledge and learn more about the basic skills of "The Beautiful Game" (Football). We will focus on the core skills of control, dribbling, passing, tackling, shooting but most importantly having as much fun as possible.
Week 1 - Tues 19 Apr, Weds 20 Apr, Thurs 21 Apr
Week 2 - Tues 26 Apr, Weds 27 Apr, Thurs 28 Apr
For full details and to enrol into our programmes visit www.kellysports.co.nz email adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz or call 04 972 7201.
For Sale: 2nd Hand Uniform
Sophia has the following uniform items for sale - all in good condition:
Sports uniform size 12 x 2 - $30 eachTurquoise polo shirt size 10 - $20Green polo shirt size 10 - $20Girl's skort size 6 - $20
Willing to negotiate for anyone wishing take the whole lot in one go please ~
Email: stkshinn@gmail.com or Mobile: +64211326738
Churton Park Community Centre Newsletter
If you haven't already come across it please check out the latest Churton Park Community Centre Newsletter to see what's happening in Churton Park.
Northern United Junior Hockey
The Northern United Junior Hockey Club is looking for players for 2022.
Pre-season training is underway, so for the details, more information about the club and the season, and registrations please go to http://www.nujhc.org.nz/.
KidzStuff Theatre
These school holidays KidzStuff Theatre for Children are presenting Pirates vs Ninjas (vs The Evil Vampire Wizards), Written by Russell King from the book by Spike Milligan and Directed by Amalia Calder.
Tickets $12.50pp, Children under 2 Free
Inverlochy Art School - Holiday Programme
Based in Te Aro, Wellington Inverlochy Art School has recently launched a school holiday programme, beginning on 19 April.
While they have an array of workshops and courses (Inverlochy Art School > Courses - List View), the following could be of interest for the school holidays:
Children’s Holiday Programme (Week 1)Children’s Holiday Programme (Week 2)
Chess Lovers Online Holiday Programme
Week 2: 26 - 29 April
When: 9:00am - 12:15pm
Cost: $45
Why Join:
Read More & Register
Tennis+ Holiday Camp
PLANiTPRO & Total Tennis are holding a multi-sport and activity Holiday Camp these holidays at the Mitchell Park Tennis Centre in Lower Hutt and the Renouf Tennis Centre in Wellington.
There are a wide variety of sports and indoor activities offered over both weeks with daily and weekly care options available!
A Covid protection policy is in place to protect all of our programme participants and there are limited spots available.
Learn more at https://www.planitpro.co.nz/upcoming/holiday-camp-2/.
