by Julie Garing

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL'S NEWS

Kia Ora, Well, it is nearly the end of the year and we have many things to celebrate.

Here are some upcoming events:-

Mufti Day - donation to support Riding for the Disabled - Thursday 28 November

Rāupo and Akeake Athletic sports - Monday 2 December

Rotary Speech Competition - Tuesday 3 December

Citizenship Celebration Assembly - Thursday 5 December at 2pm

Sports Celebration - Thursday 5 December at 6pm

First Lego League - Friday 6 December - Sunday 8 December [in Auckland]

Parent Helpers Morning Tea - Monday 9 December at 10am

Year 8 Social - Tuesday 10 December at 6pm

I am very fortunate to be supporting 2 of our students in the Rotary Speech competition. Emily Dutton and Jasper Atkin will be representing our school and we wish them all the best for this event.

HATS. It is an expectation at Kaiapoi North School that everyone wears a sunhat when they are outside. These can be purchased at the Office for $12.00. As an added protection from the sun applying sunblock is encouraged.

Safer Schools: ‘Safety at the School Gate’

Remember to use the crossing!

Constable Ken Terry has been monitoring parking on Allison Crescent, specifically when parents come to collect their children. Here are the tips he has suggested for the safety of all children.

  • Always park on the school side, even if this means walking further it does mean children do not have to cross the road

  • Reduce speed near the school

  • Do not park over driveways or double park

  • As summer approaches and the weather is warmer, encourage your children to walk, bike or scooter to school, especially with friends.

This helps :

* develop decision making skills

* enhance responsibility

* children learn to manage some risk

* builds resilience

Have a wonderful week.

Ngā mihi nui

Dawn Anderson