Newsletter 24
21st August 2014
Principal’s Report Kia ora, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, Malo e Lelei, Fakaalofa Lahi atu, Bula Vinaka, Namaste, Ni Hao, Nei Ho, Selamat, Konnichiwa & greetings. I am very impressed with the opportunities and experiences that Carisbrook School is able to provide to students. Last Friday our ASPIRE students had their first session at the University of Otago. The six Year 8 students on the ASPIRE programme They participated in a scavenger hunt to familiarize themselves with the University and met with their university coaches. The aim of ASPIRE is to introduce our ASPIRE students to the University, to increase motivation to pursue higher education, provide awareness of higher education options and learn about different jobs and careers and the training required for each. The ASPIRE session this week involves the students spending time in the Chemistry Department and participating in a number of experiments. Yesterday we had a group of students participate in the Dunedin Ukelele Jam. Teachers, Mrs Horton and Miss O’Brien accompanied our musicians and were impressed with their performance. A special mention to Courtney Parata who won second place in the art competition of designing a ukulele. On Tuesday four students flew to Auckland to view the High Tech Youth Studio and meet with the High Tech Network staff. The students had a great day and learnt a lot about the High Tech Studio’s. They were impressed with the technology and the projects that the students were working on. The four students looked at options for the layout of the Carisbrook Studio. We have advertised for a ‘Studio Producer’ and aim to have an appointment made in the next two weeks. The High Tech students will have the initial task of building the computers which will provide them with the opportunity to see what componentry makes up a computer.
Regards Ben Sincock Principal
Pictured: Some of our Carisbrook pupils at Tahuna Intermediate enjoying the Ukulele Jam
Computers in Homes
Computers in Homes offers you the opportunity to put a desktop computer in your home and trains you to use it and how to keep your children safe. A $3,500.00 package for $50.00. No catches, just ring Tony on 021 754 848 or phone the school office and register your interest. This is a government funded scheme to allow households to put computers into their homes and get an internet connection. Over 300 families in Dunedin have been involved in this programme and now have computers in their houses. There are still plenty of places left. These will be the last classes for the year so make sure you do not miss out on this great opportunity. Ring Now.
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Carisbrook School
Senior Syndicate Swimming
Senior swimming continues on the following dates. Thursday 21 August - 1:30pm to 2:30pm Thursday 4 September - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Wednesday 3 September - 12:00pm to 1:00pm Friday 5 September - 12:30pm to 1:30pm
Please add these dates to your calendar to help your child to remember their swimming gear on each of these days.
Scholastic Book Orders
All orders and money must be handed into the office by tomorrow, Friday 22 August.
“Safe to Meet School Spots” Survey Winners Thank you to all those who returned their surveys. This will provide us with some useful information to help with the allocation of our drop off and pick up zones and ‘Safe to meet spots”. Winners are….. Aimee Marshall- 1x Moana Pool Family Pass Sam Tate - Carisbrook School T-shirt & Canteen Lunch Voucher Tracy Leishman - Carisbrook School Polarfleece Alisha Wray-Carisbrook School T-shirt & Canteen Lunch Voucher Tania Fisher- Carisbrook School Polarfleece Prizes can be collected at the school office!
Room Pekapeka’s Baking and Loom Band Sale Wow what a great effort from the students in Ruma Pekepeka!! Thanks to all the generous donations of yummy home baking and loombands bracelets/charms. Mrs Beharrell was still counting the profits but said they had roughly made $450!!! Profits will go to their classmate Pape Taana and whanau who was recently diagnosed with Leukaemia and is currently undergoing treatment in Christchurch.
The 10 things kids need most… Number 3
Love and hugs - Hugs and cuddles help children to feel safe and it comforts them, Holding your children, picking them up, sitting them on your lap, kissing and cuddling, are all good ways to show that you care. Holding a toddler’s hand when you’re out walking helps to protect them from danger and to feel sage and secure in the outside world. Older children need lots of affection to remind them that you care. You can do this with cuddles, a ‘goodnight’ kiss or a pat on the shoulder. Snuggling up close while reading a story together or watching TV is great for your child and you.
Team Sports
DRAW - NETBALL - Thursday 21 August & Tuesday 26 August Carisbrook Comets Yrs. 7/8 vs. Balmac Int PINK 3:45pm Carisbrook Ferns Yrs. 5/6 vs. Draw unavailable, coach will advise.
Court 9 Final for 3rd
RESULTS- NETBALL - Thursday 14 August & Tuesday 19 August Carisbrook Comets Yrs. 7/8 vs. Balmac Int Purple Carisbrook Ferns Yrs. 5/6 vs. Bradford Win - 3rd Place DRAW - MINIBALL - Thursday 21 August Carisbrook Jets Yrs. 3/4 vs. George St Yellow Carisbrook Aces Yrs. 5/6 vs. Mornington Black
Player of the day 12-1
Michael Galliven 3:40pm 6:00pm
Court 3 Court 3
RESULTS - MINIBALL - Thursday 14 August Carisbrook Jets Yrs. 3/4 vs. No results, as no games played last week Carisbrook Aces Yrs. 5/6 vs. “ “
Check out the draws and results for all Dunedin sports at http://drawsresults.sportsrunner.net
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Southern Passion & Highland Pride Posters
High-Tech Youth Visit to Auckland
We have been very fortunate to have the very talented John Richard Bryan design a Highlanders poster, & Event Entertainment in Mosgiel have printed these at no cost. They have kindly donated these to our school. We have these for sale in the school office for a gold coin donation. All proceeds will go the Taana & Gordon families.
King’s High School - Year 9 Enrolments for 2015
All enrolment applications, along with Year 9 Scholarship information can be dropped off to the main office, or mail into the school. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Darin Smith at King’s High School on 455 7547.
Book Launch—Free Event
You are all invited to the launch of a brand new picture book, “There was an old woman who swallowed a worm”, jointly written by professional storytellers Kaitrin McMullan and Liz Weir. This rollicking romp rolls off the tongue, with rhyme, rhythm and repetition PLUS a veritable feast of funky facts and pictures of NZ native creatures. “This wonderful book will make you korikori with laughter” says Joy Cowley. So come and support the local writer at this weekend’s Storylines festival, Saturday August 23 at the Dunedin central library (book launch 1-1.30pm, expect some shenanigans!). FREE event, bring your laughing gear.
Special Rigs for Special Kids Sunday 31st August 2014 at the Edgar Centre from 9am. For primary children with special needs and a supporting adult where they will be taken for a ride in a truck, and then return to the Edgar Centre for a barbeque lunch.
We require one caregiver per child to travel in the truck, as you know the individual needs of your child Any special dietary requirements for your child must be provided by you on the day. Doctors and St Johns Ambulance Service will be present. There is no cost to you or your family for this event. Any other immediate family members will be able to travel in the bus Any enquires please contact Greg Inch 0274 358 508 or Fi Murch 0275 108 529
Important Diary Dates August Thursday Friday Wednesday Wednesday September Friday Thursday
21 22 27-29
Tui Museum Sleepover Scholastic Book Orders and Payment Due in Senior Ski Camp
6 Aug - 5 Sept
Senior Swimming at Moana Pool
5th Sept 11th Sept
Otago Cross-country Champs Year 0 School sleepover
