What's on?

Harakeke and Pohutukawa Swimming / Waitohi Library - Monday 7 September
Koru Hub ASB Centre Sport Programme - Monday 7 September (last session)
BoT Meeting - Wednesday 9 September
Koru Hub Swimming - Thursday 10 September
Pōhutukawa Hub ASB Centre Sport Programme - Thursday 10 September
Teacher Only Day - School Closed - Friday 11 September

Teacher Only Day - School Closed - 11 September

The teacher only day is on this week, Friday 11 September, and the school will be closed for the day.

To assist with something for the kids to do Kelly Club is running a one day Holiday Programme at Amesbury for the Teacher Only Day and they would love to invite you all to join them!

Their theme for this day is "Slumber Party" so bring your onesies and get excited for all the best parts of a slumber party! Activities like design your own PJ's, a Drive-in movie, creating your own bedroom door hanger and lots more.

Book in now on www.kellyclub.co.nz

Student Conferences for Term 3

Bookings for our student conferences, that will be running on 23 & 24 September, are now open.
Please follow the link in the email sent out on 20 August for more information about the conferences and how to book.

Boxes Needed

Harakeke Hub needs boxes for their science displays. If you have any at home, or any coming in the next two weeks - please send them our way.

Anything medium sized is good - between 30cm - 1.2m high. They can be flattened down for ease of carrying. Thanks.

Entertainment Book

Support local businesses whilst saving and make a difference!

Join Entertainment today & Amesbury will receive an EXTRA $10 or $20 on top of the 20% we already receive from every Membership purchase! All memberships are Valid for 12 months from Activation!

https://www.entertainmentbook.co.nz/orderbooks/11026z1

Raroa Intermediate Open Day

If you missed seeing Raroa Normal Intermediate School in action, they are holding open mornings on Thursday 10 & Friday 11 September from 9-11am.

Please come to the Raroa school office. Masks will need to be worn."

Timesaving hint for collecting a student for an appointment

If you are collecting a student for an appointment during school hours, please allow time to sign yourself in or register with the Covid QR code and to sign your child/ren out while they are being located in the hub. It's faster and easier to find students when they are in class rather than at playtime, so best to do pickup before or after these times: Morning Tea: 11-11.30am, Lunchtime: 12.50-1.40pm

Uniform

Hooray, the zips have arrived and the new batch of fleeces are now made and all sizes 2-14 are in stock!

Lost and Found

Items not collected before the end of this term will be donated to charity or sold as second hand uniform items.

Jacket (Macpac) size 10yrs
Soft rabbit toy (Citta)
Hoodie (H&M) blue
Hoodie (Star Wars)
Top (Judo South Africa) black
Baby Vest Jacket (Seed) navy
Black long sleeve top (Torpedo7) size 8-10yrs
Large bin full of clean paired socks
Amesbury beanies x2 OSFA, x1 Size one and x1 Size two)
Fleeces: These have been in lost property since end 2019 or Terms 1 & 2 so will be made available to purchase second hand if not claimed before the end of term 3):
- x1 near new size 2 fleece,
- x2 size 8 fleeces,
- x2 size 4 (one has an ohm symbol raksha bandha in pocket and no zip, the other with hard to read label), and
- x2 size 10 (one has a nasal inhaler in the pocket)

Please help us out by naming water bottles as we have an increasing number gathering and unclaimed by students.

Community Notices

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.

Kelly Club (Amesbury) Holiday Programme

Kelly Club Holiday Programmes focus on giving children aged between 5 and 12 the opportunity to do things they enjoy in a safe, supportive and encouraging environment.

This programme is packed with activities to entertain and inspire children. We have some exciting days planned: Pirate Day, Wheels Day, Safari Day plus some exciting trips to Wellington Zoo, LaserForce, Awesome Bounce and to see the movie The Secret Garden!

To view the activity planner click on the following link: Kelly Club AMesbury Activity Planner

To enrol www.kellyclub.co.nz, email amesbury@kellyclub.co.nz or ph. 021 133 2891

Football Morning Holiday Programme

(Yrs. 1–6) Wests Rugby Clubrooms, Wilton (all weather indoor surface).

Children aged between 5 and 12 can come along and improve their technique, knowledge and skills. We will focus on the core skills of control, dribbling, passing, tackling and shooting but MOST importantly having as much FUN as possible!

Week 1 - Tues, Wed, Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm,

Week 2 - Tues, Weds, Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm

Netball Holiday Programme

Come along and grow your child’s confidence at the Kelly Sports Netball Holiday Programme at the new venue of Northland Memorial Hall.

Years 1-4 - Learn the fundamentals of netball in a fun and engaging environment. Learn the key skills and understanding of the game, ball handling, co-ordination, speed and accuracy.

Years 5-8 - For those already playing 7-a-side netball and those wanting to get a head start and advance their technical and tactical knowledge of the game.

We use fun drills and games to develop and challenge young players focusing on the key skill areas for their level of development while also having fun!

Week 2 - Tues, Weds, Thurs 9am-12pm.

Kelly Sports - Term 4

Kelly Sports will be back in Term 4 with their fun and exciting classes. Kelly Sports encourages children to have fun, build confidence and to give sport a go. We believe that sport and physical activity has so much to offer young people. It improves fitness, develops communication skills, team work and gives them a place to channel their energy.

Back to School Sports! (Yrs 1-4) – Fridays 3.05-4.05pm.

Come and try the following sports: Football, Cricket, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee and Fun Games. 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. Your child will learn the fundamental skills for all sports – throwing, running, jumping, striking, balance and many more – all while having a great time!

For full details and to enrol into our programmes visit www.kellysports.co.nz email adminwgtn@kellysports.co.nz or call 04 972 7201.

Kiwiana Board Game

Kiwiana, a year 12 Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) group from St Mary's College.

Young Enterprise gives students from across the country the opportunity to create their own product, open, and run their own business.

Our group, Kiwiana, noticed that there is a gap in many New Zealanders’ knowledge about Aotearoa. This has inspired us to create a New Zealand themed board game to educate children and families about our country in an interactive and enjoyable way. Kiwiana is a combination of snakes and ladders and trivial pursuit, with the four main categories being history, sport, culture and nature. Kiwiana is a very exciting game, and is a great way for people of all ages and abilities to learn more about Aotearoa.

For more information and to order, please check out our website kiwiana.mystorbie.com

Tawa Racketlon

Tawa Squash, Tawa Tennis and Wellington North Badminton joint holiday programme initiative is back by popular demand!.

Players rotate around each sport spending 1.5 hours at each club. Qualified coaches will take each session.

Dates: Monday 5 October, Wednesday 7 October and Friday 9 October
Time: 9am - 3pm

Cost per day: $50 or sign up for three days $135

Registration link and further details: https://bit.ly/2Qg6ewi

School Holiday Computer Classes

Grand Training runs educational and fun computer classes, school holidays, Saturday or after school at Wellington Girls College and The Johnsonville Club for ages 5 to 15.

Learn to Code: Scratch, Python or Java, Learn to Code & Create 3D Games, Minecraft, Web Design: HTML and CSS, Build a PC, Film and Video Editing, Discovery Course in Computing (suitable for younger children)

Information & bookings: grandtraining.co.nz or call 499-2211

Sun, Sand & Surf

Club Open Day on Sunday 20 September, 10am - 12pm.

Summer is approaching, so now is the time to register with Maranui Surf Life Saving Club. Junior Surf is a great way for children to make friends, be active and enjoy the beach in a safe environment.

Come along to our Registration and Club Open Day on Sunday 20 September, 10am - 12pm. See what’s happening at the club this season, meet coaches, lifeguards and athletes, have a look around the surf clubhouse, ask questions, and if conditions allow have a go. Information on junior surf, lifeguard sport and becoming a lifeguard will be available. You'll be so impressed you can even register on the day.

We look forward to seeing you all. Or join Maranui SLSC today at www.maranui.co.nz/how-to-join.html and check us out on Facebook - www.facebook.com/MaranuiSLSC Maranui Junior Surf season starts on Sunday 1 November 2020.

Johnsonville Junior Cricket

Registration for current and new players years 1-8 starts September 1 and goes through to the 30th September.

See the flyer below for more info and contact details.

Junior Softball

Register now for Softball 5 - 14 years at https://www.sporty.co.nz/jvillesc/

Contact details johnsonvillejuniorsoftball@gmail.com, Facebook, or phone Sue on 0272760644.

Our fitness trail is now open!