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EAST TAIERI SCHOOL NEWSLETTER - 3 MARCH 2025

TERM ONE EVENTS

MARCH
 7 - Assembly (Senior)
10 - Life Education Programme (10-18 March)

10 - Mr Yipadee - Author Visit

12 - Girls' Rippa Rugby Tournament (Y3-6)

17 - Teacher Only/Curriculum Day - School Closed
20-21 - Year 5 Camp 
24 - Otago Anniversary Day - Public Holiday
28 - TSSA Swimming Champs
28 - Assembly - Junior - Mātai & Mānuka
APRIL
  4 - Year 0-3 Cross Country
  8-11 - Year 6 Camp
11 April - Last Day of Term 1
28 April - First day of Term 2

Contents

MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL/TUMUAKI

by Jennifer Horgan

‘E ako ana, ā, e tipu tahi ana tātou’ - Learning and growing together.

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MOVE IT MARCH

by Jennifer Horgan

Move It March starts today, Monday, 3rd March and goes until Friday 28th March.

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ASSEMBLY CERTIFICATES

by Annette MacRae

Congratulations to the following children who received certificates at last Friday's assembly led by Kānuka & Kōwhai (Rooms 5 & 6)

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Sausage Sizzle

Home & School BBQ Lunch - Friday 7th March - BBQ ORDERS CLOSE ON KINDO MIDNIGHT TONIGHT. Get your orders in.

by East Taieri Home & School Committee

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HOME & SCHOOL FUNDRAISER - Fix and Fogg Peanut Butter

by East Taieri Home & School Committee

Order your Peanut Butter via Kindo now!

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SPORTS INFORMATION - WEEK 5

by Rachel Phillips

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Empowering Young Leaders: Inspiring Teamwork through Play

by Peter Thorn

The Year 6 PALs had a fantastic training session at the Edgar Centre on Friday, learning inclusive games and teamwork challenges. They came away with new skills and a positive approach to teaching children.

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KIA KAHA

by Janine Clague

As you will be aware, all classes are participating in the programme Kia Kaha. Information has been sent out on HERO.

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VALUES STARS

VALUES STARS

by Jennifer Horgan

These students were noticed by staff, parents or students as displaying our school Values in specific situations.

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Our Board of Trustees

by Jennifer Horgan

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SCHOOL ACCOUNTS - Sports fees (Touch, FlippBall and Futsal)have been added to students accounts. We would appreciate prompt payment of these.

by Annette MacRae

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SUBWAY LUNCHES ON A WEDNESDAY AT EAST TAIERI

by Annette MacRae

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Kindo - Payment system for the Home & School Committee

by East Taieri Home & School Committee

Kindo is our preferred method of payment for Home & School activities - BBQ's and most fundraisers. Please take the time to set it up now if you are new to school.

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CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS PROCESS

by Jennifer Horgan

Please refer to SchoolDocs for Concerns and Complaints Policy and Procedures.

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SUSHI ORDERS THURSDAY - Please make sure you have your child's correct Room number.

by Annette MacRae

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HERO for Families

by Natalie King-Begg

We are re-sharing the information about how to log in to HERO, our communication and reporting system. Hero allows schools to build an online environment that reflects our unique context. It enables teachers, students, and families to view and share content anytime, anywhere on any device. The software is secure, easy to use and brings together all school-related information in one place.

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Thank you to the Home and School Committee for their donation to the school library!📚️📚️📚️

by Sarah ONeill

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Home and School - notice of AGM - 19 MARCH

by East Taieri Home & School Committee

The AGM of the Home and School Committee will be held on 19 March at 6pm in the School staff room.

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PROFILE SHEETS - Coming home this week

by Annette MacRae

Your child will be bringing home a Profile Sheet this week. If you have any up-dates to their records, please send back to the office asap. Important to check cell phone numbers and emergency contacts.

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MR YIPADEE IS COMING TO EAST TAIERI SCHOOL

by Natalie King-Begg

On Monday the 10th of March, Mr Yipadee is coming to visit East Taieri School.

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SECOND HAND UNIFORM SHOP HOURS - OPEN THIS WEDNESDAY 5th March from 8.30am – 8.50am in the room beside Room 4

by Annette MacRae

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KELLY CLUB PROGRAMME

by Annette MacRae

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KELLY CLUB NOTICE - BOOKINGS FOR TEACHER ONLY DAY

by Annette MacRae

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DELIVERERS WANTED

by Annette MacRae

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MENTAL WELL-BEING COURSES WITH MICHAEL HEMPSEED

by Annette MacRae

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DUNEDIN FRINGE FESTIVAL

by Jennifer Horgan

Fringe is all about making the arts accessible, and this year 44% of events are free, koha, or under $15.

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SUPPORTING MIND, SUPPORTING LIVES WORKSHOP

by Annette MacRae

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BROWNIES AND GUIDES WANTED

by Annette MacRae

Greater Green Island Guide Club - Brownies and Guides have space for more girls aged 7-12 years, keen to join in on the fun that GirlGuiding NZ has to offer. We offer a non-competitive learning environment that is open-minded and values-based. It’s a supportive place to grow confident, adventurous girls who are ready to be tomorrow’s leaders. We offer a programme where the girls themselves have a say in the activities they get to participate in and offer experiences like camps, crafts, and real-life experiences, rewarding them with badges as they learn new skills. To register your interest and find out more about our rewarding programme, complete the form found here: Register Your Interest - GirlGuiding New Zealand - You be the Guide!

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GIVE YOUR TEETH A REST - Oral Care Snippet

by Annette MacRae

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The Ultimate Parents Guide to Understanding our kids Online World and how to keep them safe.

by Annette MacRae

Please add this date to your calendar. This important information evening has been organised for parents on the Taieri.

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MENTAL WELL-BEING COURSES WITH MICHAEL HEMPSEED

by Annette MacRae

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WANTED - CAREGIVERS

by Annette MacRae

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STUDY ON CHILD'S SLEEP

by Annette MacRae

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COMMUNITY CARNIVAL - 28 FEBRUARY 6pm - 9pm

by Annette MacRae

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