Update 16 - 19 September, 2019
Message from the Board of Trustees
Kia ora koutou Stonefields whānau!
It’s good to see strong community engagement thus far in 2019, with a successful disco for our tamariki, and tomorrow night’s wine and cheese event. The Board would like to take the opportunity to thank FOSS for their time, effort and extraordinary organisational skills. We hope the community continues to get behind FOSS community engagement events, and supports (and even joins!) the team. To contact FOSS please email them on foss@stonefields.school.nz
We had the privilege of hearing from some of our fabulous teachers at our recent Board meeting. One of the Board’s key strategic goals is around supporting learning design that increases learner agency and lifts student achievement. You can be assured that the staff ‘agency team’ are getting stuck into this challenge, and are currently designing a Graduate Profile and a tool for helping teachers build their capacity in rich learning design. Click here to view the School's latest strategic plan.
Finally, many thanks to the 316 parents who completed the Community Survey which closed yesterday, with a 66% response rate. We will update you with the results and our response in the weeks to come.
Pōwhiri | Welcome to New Families
When: Monday 14th October 2019 | 9.15am.
Details: Our whole School will be formally welcoming our new learners starting at Stonefields School this Term with a Pōwhiri. You are most welcome to join us and gather in the court area around 9.10am. Our new families will meet at the front of the School (next to the School office) around 9.10am.
Following the Pōwhiri at around 10.00am, we will have morning tea for our visitors in the staff hub upstairs, we would love you to join us.
Reminder Junior Assembly - Friday 20th September
Due to the World of Cheese and Wine Parent event taking tomorrow, the Junior Assembly will be taking place from 9:00am - 10:00am and not at the end of the day. Please note this is for the Friday 20th September Junior Assembly only.
Road Safety
This is an important reminder for all learners who make their way to school on a scooter or bike to please make sure they are wearing a helmet and are aware of road safety.
Hub 7 and 8 Recyclable Packaging Market Day
As part of their sustainability concept, Hub 7 and 8 have been making reusable products.
On Tuesday 24th September they will be selling these products and the money raised will be used to support wildlife projects overseas. Products being sold will be beeswax wraps, lemon and honey spread, paper sheets, recyclable confetti, small reusable canvas bags. Prices will range from $5-15.
When: Tuesday 24th September 2019 (staggered during learning time)
Where: Inside Hub 7 and 8
Cancer Society Fundraiser Mufti Day
Save the Date
When: Friday 25th October 2019
Dress or accessorise in something yellow and bring your gold coin donation.
Gold coins will be collected from learners in their Hubs. All proceeds go to the Cancer Society.
Friends of Stonefields School (FOSS)
NO Friday Cafe on Friday 20th September due to Wine and Cheese setup.
Second Hand Uniform
The second hand uniform shop will be open in the hall on Monday 23rd September 2019 from 2.30pm - 3.15pm. Items start from as little as $10. Note - it is a cash only shop (no eftpos)
Donations of pre-loved uniform items are gratefully accepted throughout the year and can be dropped off at the school office.
Parent Tours
For new parents of new learners to Stonefields School and parents wanting to have a guided tour around Stonefields School to explore why we do what we do. Click here to view dates & times.
Stuck for ideas for the School holidays?
Click here to find out what exciting activities are happening.
Chess Club - Term 4
Thursdays after school in Hub 5/6 from 3:05 pm - 4:05 pm starting Thursday 17 October 2019. The last session on Thursday 12 December 2019.
Class Fee: $110.00 for the term/student.
Click here to register or visit the Chess Power website for more information (click "Parents Centre")
Dr Dawn Huebner - Nuts and Bolts of Outsmarting Worry
Click here for more information.
Tots to Teens
Click here for the November issue.
Save the Date - Spookalicious Sausage Sizzle
Grab a sausage sizzle while you are exploring the neighbourhood collecting candy. This is a whole community event, everyone is welcome!
All money raised will be going towards senior shading.
When: Thursday 31st October 2019
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Where: Hall Kitchen
Cost: $2 - regular
$3 - gluten-free (bread and sausage) and vegetarian... while stocks last
"Friday" Cafe, raffle prizes and lots of fun! Don't forget your gold coins.
Christmas Hams Fundraiser
There are now less than 100 days until Christmas!
Friends of Stonefields School (FOSS) are selling Christmas hams.
Make the most of catching up with friends and family over the upcoming school holidays, and collect their orders for delicious Christmas hams.
Order via your school Kindo account, you can keep adding to your order between now and the final day for orders - Wednesday 16th October.
Option 1
NZ Harmony Free Farmed Half Ham - Cooked On Bone 4.25-4.75kgs (free-range)
Price: $75.00 per ham
Option 2
New Zealand Half Ham - Cooked On Bone 4.00-4.50kgs (NZ hams, not free-range)
Price: $65.00 per ham
Ham Bag
$5
Hams will be available to collect from the school office on Friday 13th December. Please note this is the only collection day.
We appreciate your support. All funds raised will be going towards shading over the senior playground.
World of Wine and Cheese Parent Event Reminder
Ticket sales are now closed. We are looking forward to a great night on Friday.
A cash bar (with EFTPOS) will be available serving wine, beer, mocktails, soft drinks and juice.
Wine tasting hosted by Fine Wines, grazing table with a variety of food from crackers to bread, dips, cold meats, fruit, vegetables and cheese etc.
Live music bought to you by Tall Poppies.
Where: Stonefields School Hall
Time: Doors open at 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Dress: Smart / Casual
Fine Wines will be taking "bulk" orders for wine on the night with a percentage of sales going to Stonefields School.
All money raised will be going towards senior shading.
Sport
Tamaki Rugby Tournament
A huge congratulations to our Rippa teams who took part in the Tamaki Rugby competition last Wednesday. Our teams played some really exciting rugby with plenty of sublime steps and tries to keep our supporters entertained. A special mention to our Yr 5/6 Boys Rippa team who finished 1st and our Yr 7/8 Girls Rippa team who finished 2nd.
A reminder to please drop all Yummy Sticker sheets off at the school office before 25th September.
Shading Fundraising
Primary Gymnastics Champion of Champions
Well done to Abbigail and Callum who both competed against Auckland's best primary gymnasts last Thursday. Both Stonefields gymnasts performed very well and Abbigail even got a perfect 10 for her vault.
2019 Entertainment Books
Click here to order the NEW 2019 | 2020 Entertainment Membership.
Lunn Avenue Store Promotions
As always, we would like to thank all of our whānau for their help and support with these events.
Netball 2019
We have come to the end of our netball season. We've been really excited to see the number of learners playing netball increase this year to 12 teams. A huge thank you to all of our coaches, managers and supporters who have been there with our teams through all the early morning training and wet and windy games. We really do appreciate your time and enthusiasm and wouldn't be able to provide the opportunity for so many of our learners to play without your support. Keep an eye on the Communication Update towards the end of Term 4 for information about next year.
Term 4 Flippaball Yr 3/4 and Yr 5/6 Expression of Interest
Flippaball is a junior version of Waterpolo, a fun, fast team sport that can be played year-round. We are exploring the potential of having a Year 3/4 and a Year 5/6 team next term. Games would take place at Sacred Heart Aquatic Centre from Sunday 21st October - Sunday 8th December. Training would take place Wednesday 7:45am - 8:30am at Swimtastic. The cost would be $106 per team member. We have managers for each team but do require a coach for each team.
If you are interested please complete the form here. Entries close on the 1st of October.
Mention Stonefields School at the till when paying for your items and we earn points towards materials.
Weet-Bix TRYathlon
The Central East Auckland Weet-Bix TRYathlon will take place on Sunday 9th February 2020 at Pt England Reserve. This event is open to all children ages 6 - 15 and includes a new event this year, The Splash and Dash, which is especially for 6-year-olds. The Weet-Bix TRYathlons are heaps of fun and a great challenge to enjoy with friends. Entries are now open and you can register with the Stonefields School group.
For more information and to register click here.
Good News Story
Congratulations to the Stonefields Vipers Year 6 netball team, they finished the winter netball season undefeated. They have played with strength and determination, we are very proud of you!
Mention Stonefields School at the till to receive a 5% discount.
Term Dates 2019
T1: 4 Feb - 12 April
T2: 29 April - 5 July
T3: 22 July - 27 Sept
T4: 14 Oct - 18 Dec
Term Dates 2020
T1: 3 Feb - 9 April
T2: 28 April - 3 July
T3: 20 July - 25 Sept
T4: 12 Oct - 15 Dec
Eco Shop | A great initiative that does our little bit to help the planet |
Munch Cupboard is an award-winning New Zealand self-sustaining social enterprise. Our drive is to assist in social change to make the world a better place for the next generation by considering the environment and what we feed our children.
Some examples of products available for purchase are beeswax wraps, lunch boxes, reusable organic sandwich bags and produce bags, etc. View the full range of products and make purchases through our school online shop.
Items are delivered to school every fortnight, free of charge and we will contact you once your items arrive.
