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Welcome Back, Naumai Haere Mai
Tēnā Koutou Katoa,
Welcome to the start of Term 4 of the 2019 school year.
A warm welcome to all our new families and members of staff. We hope you had a lovely holiday and were able to enjoy the time off with family and friends.
The start of term Pōwhiri held on Monday was a wonderful and empowering way to commence the new term.
We are always very grateful for the support and hospitality that Kaumatua Tautoko, or Papa Big as he is known to us, gives through this rich, cultural welcome celebration and blessing.
Critical to Learn Survey
This year we have been engaged in a community-wide conversation about what is critical to learn? and what is critical to know?. What learning matters so much that it cannot be left to chance and should make up a learner's 8-year curriculum entitlement at Stonefields School.
Part of implementing this strategic goal involved having deep conversations with a representative group of Stonefields School parents. We engaged an external facilitator with expertise in design thinking to carry out these conversations on behalf of the School. The conversations were recorded, summarised and the ‘pains’ and ‘gains’ for these 16 parents were synthesised. A survey has been developed to validate the findings. We need to hear your voice to understand what is important to you so this can be woven into your child’s educational experience at Stonefields School
We appreciate that you have recently completed a survey for the School. We are grateful to the 66% of our community who completed the survey. Your voice sincerely informs future decision making and strategy. Stonefields School has always strived for continuous improvement and ensuring we do the very best by our learners and their families.
We ask that you take this much shorter survey to help us make important decisions about the learning that is too important to leave to chance. The survey is anonymous and we value your honest feedback.
Click here to complete the survey.
Closing Date: 3pm, Friday 18th October 2019
We look forward to sharing these insights with you soon.
School Hats
Regulation school hats are now compulsory in the playground. These are available to purchase via the Argyle website found here or in the school office for $12.50 payment by cash or only.
Upcoming Diary Dates
Cancer Society Fundraiser Mufti Day
When: Friday 25th October 2019
Dress or accessorise in something yellow and bring your gold coin donation.
All proceeds go to the Cancer Society.
Manaiakalani Film Festival
On Wednesday 13th November, we will be attending our annual Manaiakalani Film Festival at Hoyts Sylvia Park. This is an exciting day where we get to view the movies we have created by sharing them on the big screen. We’ll also be treated to watching other movies from around the cluster. Learners and teachers will be travelling by bus. Unfortunately, we don’t have enough room in the cinemas for parents to attend with us. However, you will get a chance to view all of the movies online after the Film Festival. Please talk to the Hub teachers about what time your child’s Hub will be going to the cinema if you are wanting to book any appointments for your child on this day.
Earthquake and Tsunami Drill
Ezlunch Menu
Click here to view the menu for Term 4
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 date & time available.
Community Notices
Click here to view a range of fun activities, events, parenting courses and more!
Second Hand Uniform
The second hand uniform shop will be open in the hall on Monday 21st October 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.
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")
Contact: Paul MacDonald 021 027 15577 or Email
Dr Dawn Huebner - Nuts and Bolts of Outsmarting Worry
Click here for more information.
Shading Fundraising
Today our learners participated in ShakeOut. We signalled over the PA system and practiced the Drop, Cover and Hold. ShakeOut is held across the world to remind people of the right action to take during an earthquake, and to practice a tsunami hīkoi (evacuation) if in a coastal area. ShakeOut also gives learners tips on preparing for earthquakes and other emergencies, making emergency plans, what to do when the shaking stops.
Lost Property
The lost property cupboard has been cleared out. There is a box of items in the hall. If you are missing a lunchbox, water bottle, shoes etc, please check the box by th end of the school day on Friday, 18th October. Anything remaining in the box will be donated to charity.
Sport
As part of our Schoolwide conversation about what is critical to learn and know?, we are inviting you to join us for an open forum on Tuesday 22nd October to discuss the sports opportunities we currently provide and discuss the future sporting aspirations you have for your children at Stonefields School.
We will be running two sessions, the first session starting at 2:30pm and the second session starting at 5:30pm in Hub 3 (up the red staircase)
We are estimating the sessions to last no longer than an hour.
During this time we will:
- be discussing what we have been noticing in regards to children's physical development and sporting participation;
- share some of the changes we have been making and the reasons why;
- together discuss and brainstorm future possibilities and next steps;
As always, we sincerely value your thoughts and look forward to exploring these ideas with you.
Building Champions Obstacle Challenge
Building Champions Obstacle Challenge is especially a specially designed event for children aged 3-13, with over 15 fun and challenging obstacles. Grab the whole family and join the fun because adults run FREE. The school with the most registrations wins a $1000 sports pack!
Where: Sacred Heart College
When: 17th November 2019
Time: 8am - 12pm
For more information, click here
Library
Scholastic Book Club
Scholastic book orders for issue no.7 2019 are now open!
The ordering process is completely paperless, and the current brochure is available to view here. There are paper copies of the Book Club catalogue in the library if you prefer to view the catalogue in paper form.
To place your order, please register using the LOOP website. You may then order on the website, or by using one of Scholastic's apps. Please do not return anything to school as all orders are processed through the LOOP system.
Book orders close on Friday 1st November. If you have any problems, please see Anna in the library on Tues or Thurs, or email anna.malan@stonefields.school.nz
Friends of Stonefields School (FOSS)
2019 Entertainment Books
Click here to order the NEW 2019 | 2020 Entertainment Membership.
Lunn Avenue Store Promotions
Mention Stonefields School at the till when paying for your items and we earn points towards materials.
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
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.
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
World of Wine and Cheese Post Event Update
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday, 21st September at the Wine and Cheese evening. It was a fantastic night and great to have our community together on the dance floor with fantastic music by Tall Poppies. Thank you to the FOSS team for all their hard work and congratulations on another successful event!
A shout out to our sponsors, without you, events like this just wouldn’t be possible - Lets Celebrate Party Hire, illy bites, Fine Wine Delivery Company, PAK'nSAVE (Glen Innes) and TALL POPPIES Band.
We are delighted to share that $2636 was raised!
Would you like to share your views on food and your child’s learning?
… and be part of a research project that is exploring what parents think and feel about food and children’s learning. Can or does food affect your child’s learning?
My name is Lauren. I am a trained primary school teacher, currently working in the health industry. I am doing this research for my Master’s in Educational Psychology.
Who can join?
Any parent can join. You can do this on your own or with a friend or a group of friends. Your participation is absolutely voluntary.
What does it entail?
Timewise from your side, it would involve an initial meeting or phone call so we can arrange to meet, then a 45-60 minute interview and finally about 30 minutes to check the summary of my interview afer a few weeks. We can do this via email or in person, whatever suits you.
When would this take place?
For those who volunteer, your interview will take place at a time and place that suits you, during Term Four 2019 or Term One 2020.
What happens with your information?
The information you as a parent gives that may identify you will be confidential and only known to me and my University Supervisors. Any other information that could identify you, including the name of the school, will be removed. The interviews will be audio recorded, if you agree to this, so that I can write up the interview afterwards. After completion of my project in November 2020, all information will be deleted. If you would like, at the end of my project, I can email you a summary of my findings.)
If you would like to participate, or want more information, feel free to email, phone or text. Lauren will through a full information sheet explaining in more detail.
Contact Details:
Lauren Horak
021 919 249
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.
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