Term 2, Week 9 - Manakau School

9 Mokena Kohere Street
Manakau RD31, Levin 5573
www.manakau.school.nz
Email: office@manakau.school.nz
Newsletter
Newsletter
Phone: 06 3626791
Fax: 06 3626082
Cell phone: 021584193
Principal: Deb Logan
30 June 2016, - Term 2, Week 9
Principal’s Message - from Deb’s Desk
IMPORTANT DATES
Te Hinaki Trust
A fantastic sign up rate so far…18 children will have their own
chrome book device for the start of Term 3 (hopefully). We are able
to get up to 30 devices so if you would still like to be part of this
initiative, come in and see us. We have parent packs available
which contain all the information you will need.
July
Tuesday 5th
Interschool cross country
Yr4-6 Soccer tournament
10am at Te Horo School
Thursday 7th
School Disco 6.00-7.30pm
Friday 8th
Last day of term
Personal Best Always (PBA) – 25 CLUB
This week we welcome the following students
into the 25 Club…Lily, Elliot, Robert, Ivason,
William, Cadence, Corey Arynah, and Zoe L
(who also received the Principals Award for her
enthusiasm and writing talents).
Cross Country
- Otaki Rural Sports Group
Year 4-Reece, Levi, Olivia, Harriet, Hannah
Year 5-JT, Fintan, Kody, Shyne, Paige, Kyana, Oceiana
Year 6-Sam, Henry, William, Alana, Devany, Savanah
Year 7/8-Robert, Cruize, James, Toby, Cadence, Hala, Anika, Brooke
- Regional Competition
Many thanks to Charm for supporting the team at the Kapiti Interschool Competition.
8 runners represented Manakau School this year. Savanah, Fintan, Olivia, Robert, Hala, Kody,
and JT.
- Inter-regional Competition
Next week Hala, JT and Cadence will represent us at the inter-regional event. We wish them all
the best.
PCT Challenge
Thanks to John Ryersson and Jenny Wylie who supported the team of athletes competing in the
Police fitness course challenge. Personal Best on show from Robert, Hala, Ivason, Cadence, Brooke,
Anika. 23 teams competed this year, the largest number so far.
Raise your words not your voice.
It is rain that grows flowers not thunder.
Keeping you in the loop…
PTFA-Disco
The wonderful Manakau school DISCO is almost upon us. Get your glad rags
sorted for an evening of dancing next Thursday 7th July from 6-7.30pm. The
dress up theme is the letter "P". We will have glow things galore for sale along
with lollies, popcorn and Raro so please bring some cash. Water is always
available.
The disco is strictly for current Manakau School pupils and their younger siblings.
The disco entry is by way of a tin of food which the PTFA will then pass onto the Otaki food bank.
Please bring a plate for a shared supper.
There are a few tasks that need to be finalised before the disco. If you are able to help with any of
the following please contact Annette in the office or Carrie Yaxley (yaxleyclan@gmail.com or
021775432)
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Decorating the hall with the seniors - normally done Thursday afternoon around 2pm (exact
time TBC)
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Manning the 'stall' of flashing stuff and sweets on the night.
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Clearing up once the dancing has stopped.
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Bouncers! We could do with 2 strapping lads to man the front door so we don't get
escapees.....
Cleaning Products Fundraiser - All orders must be into the office by tomorrow morning,
(Friday) for processing.
Firewood Raffle Tickets - All stubbs and money and unsold tickets, MUST
be back to the office tomorrow, Friday 1st July, so they can be marked off the
list. Thank you.
School Banking with Westpac. This takes place every Friday. If you would like to do your
child’s banking through the school, please could you have it to us by Thursday each week. We do
have Westpac Junior Account forms available at the school office. Please see Annette.
Room 4 Camp
There are only approximately 20 weeks until Room 4 go on their Wellington Camp. As mentioned in
the last newsletter automatic payments can be set up now to slowly tick away at the cost (we
estimate approximately $150/child). Please see Annette if you would like to choose this option.
Last day of term is Friday 8th July
We will finish at our normal time of 2.55pm
Buses will run as usual.
Term 3 begins on Monday 25th July.
COMMUNITY
NOTICES
Holiday Programme at Te Takere - ‘How to Measure A Mammoth”
“How to Measure A Mammoth” is a family orientated ‘Maths is Fun’ Programme for children from
five to thirteen, at no cost to the family. The programme presents fun, interactive maths activities
and games designed to increase children’s understanding and confidence in the way they think
about mathematical concepts and apply this knowledge to everyday situations.
‘How to Measure a Mammoth’ will be delivered at both Te Takere and Foxton Library during the
first week of the school holidays by experienced teachers. Shannon children are welcome to attend
at each of these libraries.. Each child registering for the programme will spend the equivalent of one
day, broken into appropriate sessions and they will receive a take-home pack of fun, relevant
equipment and games to use with family at home. There will be a Finale at the end of the
programme, with a family maths challenge and to celebrate the efforts of the participants with their
families.
Registrations are open now at Te Takere and Foxton Library.
For more information contact Deborah or Colleen at Te Takere - 368 1953, or Jackie at Foxton
Library - 363 5571
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Babysitting Services. Responsible 16 year old available for babysitting. Weekends and
School Days (from 5pm). Levin and Manakau area. Contact Molly 027 4134433 (or Deb Logan)
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UNDER 13 BOY’S 2016 REPRESENTATIVE HOCKEY TRIAL. This is a 2 day trial & is
open to all potential Hatch or Curtis player’s. Sunday 3rd July 10.00am-4.00pm & Wednesday
13th July from 10.00am -4.00pm At Halliwell Turf, Levin. Any queries text: Tegan Muraahi 0204
0393522. Please bring your hockey gear/food/drink
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Clothing alterations and mending, jeans, hems etc. Phone Mar gar et 0274246260
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Domestic PA’s. J ust a couple of hour s a week could give you back the time you deser ve to
enjoy your lifestyle. We offer: Domestic chores/meal preparation/pet care. Weekly/Fortnightly/
Monthly/one off. Gift vouchers available.
Give us a call. Mel 0210362992 or Andrea
0211606805. email: meldoyle@xtra.co.nz
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Over the Moon Otaki Children’s Art Classes (8-13yrs). Friday 3.30-5pm. Run by Michelle
Backhouse. $15 classes. For further information : Ring (06) 3647763, 0212605723, or
www.over.the.moon.kids.art@gmail.com
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Domestic Upholsterer. Lounge Suites, chair s, squabs, cushions, cur tains and r epair s.
Contact Zandria Oakley 06 3626656.
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Kapiti Swimming Club. If you would like to know mor e about the ser vices they pr ovide, we
have a few pamphlet's available from the school office.
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Dance & Theatre School Holiday Activities1st Week - Musical Theatre with Charis O’Connor
from London2nd Week - Theatreworks - Pantomime. Further details and bookings on 293 7784or
email info@waikanaedance.org.nz. New performers always welcome.
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Otaki Gymnastics Club. Wher e: Otaki College Gym, ever y Monday after noon dur ing
term. 3.40-4.30pm for 12 months - 5 years. 4.30-5.30pm for 5 years - 10 years. Monday 4th July
- OPEN DAY.