Christchurch Girls’ High School enrolments for Year 9, 2018.  Firstly, our home zone has been increased to match that of Christchurch Boys’ High School, this takes effect from January 2018. Details are on our website here http://www.cghs.school.nz/enrolment/enrolment-scheme-and-home-zone/.

If any girls wish to make and application for 2018, they need to complete an ‘Application for Admission to CGHS’ form, either by downloading one from our website www.cghs.school.nz or by collecting the prospectus from the school office.

Out of zone applications close 4pm, 28 July 2017, and our ballot will be held on 2 August 2017. Results are communicated to families on 3August 2017. Students entered in any ballot are drawn randomly – no accompanying letters or testimonials are needed. It is usual for us to have capacity for out of zone siblings or daughters of old girls and there is a place to note this on page 2 of the application form.

For planning processes, we would appreciate in-zone applications by the same date, 28 July 2017.

Sport Canterbury, Active Kids Holiday Programmes.  Registrations now open for July school holidays– book online!

Week 1 – Mon 10th – Fri 14th July *LINCOLN *WESTBURN *PAPANUI

Week 2 – Mon 17th – Fri 21st July *CHCH BOYS HIGH * ROLLESTON

Join us for a week of action packed fun and adventure,  Delivered by enthusiastic, fully trained staff. Junior and Senior Team Leaders.  OSCAR approved; WINZ subsidies apply.  P 03 373 50 60.  Email: activekids@sportcanterbury.org.nz.  www.sportcanterbury.org.nz

Animates has the perfect activity to help keep the children entertained and informed.  Your local store will be hosting free workshops at 11am on Thursday 13 & 20 July. The sessions will introduce children to the skills they need to be a nurturing pet owner. This school holidays the focus will be on teaching children on the essentials on caring for fish or reptiles including how much to feed them, how to decorate and maintain their housing and the signs of a happy and healthy pet!  Answering all of those scaly questions such as “Do fish sleep?”, “How do I hold a lizard?”, the workshops will include interactive activities - face painting, activity booklets and a colouring-in competition.  There will also be the opportunity to ask the in-store experts for advice, and children who complete the workshop will take home a certificate at the end to proudly display on their wall or fridge.  Although bookings aren’t necessary, the events are usually well attended so it’s advisable to arrive early.

YMCA After School Recreation Programmes Term 3 Enrol now.  The YMCA Christchurch offers a wide range of after school recreational activities to cater for those of all ages and abilities, during school term time.

Miniball & Basketball.  Get your child involved and see them develop skills, friendships and a team spirit while also staying fit and healthy.

Gymnastics & Dance.  Both programmes are designed to help children develop their motor skills, confidence, balance and body awareness.

All programmes are $95 a term. To enrol, pop in and see us at 13a Bishopdale Court, Bishopdale Mall, or for further information and online booking go towww.ymcachch.org.nz/children/recreation/

Rehua Marae Matariki 2017 Whānau Day, Saturday, 24 June 10.00 a.m. - 3.00 p.m.  Activities include Māori Mākete (arts and crafts), Wahange Kai (kai stalls), Kapa Haka, Guest Speakers and CCC Library - story telling. To hold a stall call the office at Rehua 355 5615.  For hāngi bookings ring 022 32 39 799, 79 Springfield Road, St Albans, Christchurch