Newsletter
Week 7 NEWSLETTER
from the principal
DPS Kid - Good vs Great: Kindness Matters
At Celebration Time last week I spoke about our Rippa team (who did an absolutely unreal job in Wellington), but in particular I spoke about Jared and Azaria. To me, all the kids in the team are awesome, and very talented...but I’m also a firm believer in the difference between Good and Great...and often the difference is character. Jared and Azaria were both incredibly skillful on the field (I think Jared is the fastest kid I’ve seen with a football!), but also humble, play for the team and are kind to others. Jared helped an opponent up after he fell over when ripped...the difference between Good and Great. Azaria never gave up and always looked to her team mates...the difference between Good and Great. Both of them praised their team mates, or told them not to worry after making a mistake...the difference between Good and Great.
The school leaders are currently reading a book called ‘Legacy’, looking at how the All Blacks created a winning culture in the team. The book is amazing, and lots of the messages relate directly to us here at DPS. One that really sticks out is the All Blacks mantra...Better People Make Better All Blacks...in other words, they look at more than just the skill level and talent of a player, they look to see if they are a good person. If they aren’t...they won’t make the cut. The mantra can be changed to suit anything...better people make better chefs, better people make better mechanics, better people make better teachers etc...the focus shouldn’t just be on acquiring skills, but also developing character, becoming a ‘better’ person.
We have had a huge kindness focus at DPS...and kindness does matter. We think often about what our ‘legacy’ will be...and for us that is the DPS Kid. We want children to leave us on the path to being a great citizen of Aotearoa and the world...and a great citizen is much more than someone who can read, write and solve some maths. That stuff is important...but if the child/adult isn’t also kind, empathetic, able to work well with others, have grit, show PRIDE...is it enough just to be literate and numerate? The answer is most definitely no. Better People Make Better Societies.
Grandparents Day
Tomorrow is the big day when we invite our elders into our school, to be with whanau and to meet us. This event was great last year, many interesting stories were told, the children were so excited to have their important person with them and the smiles on our visitors faces as they interacted with the kids and each other were priceless. I’m gutted to be missing tomorrow, but I know the team are going to make it a special time for all involved.
Where am I?
Currently as you read this I am away again from DPS, this time visiting schools in Melbourne. A group of us, all young principals, have headed there to gather more information about where learning is headed next. As I’ve written about, the Board is about to set the plan for the next 3 years and part of my role is making sure we are thinking ahead, how can we best prepare kids for their future (not our past). Visiting leading schools, school being innovative...schools taking risks...all of this helps paint that picture about what DPS could be like in 3 years time.
Rugby!
While rugby isn’t one of our official winter codes at DPS, a heap of DPS Kids play each week for the various clubs. Many of them have done a super job this season and have been recognised. Mrs Mitchell has collected (as best we could) photos and awards for our awesome DPS rugby kids.
If you play another sport, and want us to shout about your child's success...flick us an email and we can get something into the newsletter. office@douglaspark.school.nz
Over the past fortnight many rugby clubs have celebrated the finishing of their seasons with their annual prize-givings. It came to our attention that special mention needed to be given to a number of our DPS Pupils who represented their personal clubs with amazing sportsmanship and pride. These kids celebrated with their families winning various different awards. Way to go guys, we are super proud of you all. Apologies if we have missed anyone. Check out their achievements!
Rylan Lewis-Waitere
Luke Jonas
Riley Tegus
Reon Taku
Maddison Duckett
Blake Kawana
Carter Heberley
Sylvie Soto
Audrey Soto
Harlem Thomson
Otis Wanoa
Henry Gardiner
Te Ao Mana Kamo
Quinn Mitchell
Silas Samuelu-Clement
whakatauki
Kids Korero
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT DPS?
Please Note: There will be no Subway lunches delivered to DPS this Friday (Tomorrow) 6th September.
They will resume from 13th September.
Grandparents Day
tomorrow !
Greetings in Te Reo Māori
Watch the video and have a go with your children!
It’s that time of year again! The photography competition is back and we need your photos!
This year there are 4 categories that you can enter:
- Non-Living
- Living
- Photo Essay
- (And a new one this year) Graphic Design – Theme: Promote Your Region
Two more weeks to go! Get your photos in to Miss West at awest@douglaspark.school.nz
For more information - check out http://www.reapwairarapa.nz/wairarapa-photography-competition/
please return orders by 12th September !
Tongan language week 2019
1st September - 7th September
Click on the video below and have a go with your children at home.
Please contact Pete Nikolaison directly with any of your queries concerning school photo's.
His details are:
DPS Sport 2019
Yr 3-6 Miniball in Term 3
Miniball games and practises are underway. Teams/Practise days are on the daily notices
All games are at the YMCA in Masterton and the link to the draw is on their website.
http://ymcawellington.org.nz/index.php/sports-leagues/
DPS Bulls play in the Monday night league and all other teams play on Wednesday night.
Players need to wear correct DPS sports uniform and sneakers to games , and check in with their coach 15 minutes before their game.
2019 Netball Breakup
Our netball breakup will take place on Tuesday 10th September from 3.30pm - 4.30pm in the DPS hall.
Can each team please provide a small plate of the following
DPS Pulse, DPS Magic and Steel Savoury
DPS Stars and DPS Ferns Sweet
DPS Tactix and DPS Mystics Healthy
Parents and families you are more than welcome to join us! A big thanks for your support over the season
Can all netball dresses please be washed and returned to Amy Williams in Rm 2 by Tuesday 10th September.
Winter Hockey
Thank you for the great turn out to our hockey prize giving!! We are so proud of everyone who played hockey this year. Special mention to these players who received special awards for their efforts this season.
DPS Black
Most Valuable: Joe Mason
Most Improved: Charley Locke
Most Promising: Jasper McKay-Pickup
DPS White
Most Valuable: Okewa Turipa-Bennett
Most Improved: Heidi Sawkins
Most Promising: Riley Oakly
DPS Red
Most Valuable: Rylan Lewis-Waitere
Most Improved: Elise Polley
Most Promising: Carter Heberley
DPS Macs
Most Valuable: Alex Mason
Most Improved: Sam Lennox
Most Promising: Lucia Field
DPS Renegades
Most Valuable: Lennox Sowry
Most Improved: Keiran Bleakley
Most Promising: Theo Polley
DPS 11 aside
Most Valuable: Ollie Welsh
Most Improved: Brooke Miller
Most Promising: Ella Stratford
SUMMER Hockey
PLAYING DAYS;
Wednesday Nights; Nov. 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, Dec. 4th & 11th GENERAL INFORMATION;
· Games will be 25 minutes one way – teams may have double headers
· Draw will be on the website and emailed to team contact prior to the first game
· Sticks will be available if required
· Mouth guards and shin pads must be worn by all players
· Players may play in a higher age group than their own but not down in a lower one.
Information and sign up forms will be sent home in Week 1 of next term!
writing - Hayley's whanau class
In Whanau time we have been learning about the Maori creation story along with other Maori myths and legends. Here are our visual representations of some of the main Gods we have learnt about so far.
community notices
Pre-loved Designer Clothing Sale
Lots of quality shoes and clothes
Various sizes and prices
Come and grab a bargain
Westside Playcentre 165 Renall Street Masterton 3pm-6pm Sunday 8th Sept
The school holidays are FAST APPROACHING! Are our B-Legends team at Trust House Recreation are super excited!
Are you still a little unsure where to put your children?
LOOK NO FURTHER! Our safe, fun environment is the perfect place for any child! Whether they are shy and like quiet, or the most outgoing bubbly child, we have it all!!!
These holidays are filled with adventures, excitement and loads more that will make your children want to come back EVERY HOLIDAYS!
For more information, pop into our facility 2 Dixon Street, Call us 06 370 0060 or send us an email thouseblegends@gmail.com!!
We can't wait to hear from you!
Trust House Reception
Trust House Recreation centre
Belgravia Health & Leisure Group Pty Ltd
2 Dixon Street, Masterton
E-mail thousereception@belgravialeisure.co.nz Web http://trusthouserecreationcentre.co.nz
Join Rugby legend Stu Wilson and the Save Poto House group for an awesome evening raising funds for the Wairarapa College hostel.
28th September from 6pm til late.
Great food provided, cash bar on-site and a Talk with Q+A from Stu.
There will be a charity auction on the night with fishing charters, deer hunts, glamping, a signed All Blacks jersey and more.
$800 for a table of 10 - email help@savepotohouse.co.nz to reserve your table.
Community Planting Day at Skeets Road
The Upper Plain Neighbourhood Planning Group, are holding a community planting day on the 8th September from 10am – 1pm.
The planting will take place at the river access entranceway, at the end of Skeets Road.
The group welcomes all residents who would like to support this great community initiative.
Please bring a spade, water bottle and gloves.
Light refreshments will be provided.
If you would like more information please contact Ruth at Connecting Communities Wairarapa on 027 641 9229
Talofa
REAP supports a Masterton based playgroup for all Pasifika whānau. It is called Moana Playgroup and was established in 2016 to enable Pacific Island families, with their pre-schoolers, to come together and celebrate their unique languages and cultures.
It takes place on Mondays and Tuesdays 10.00am-12.00pm at The Spot, 365 Queen Street, Masterton and is supported by Fale Lio.
The playgroup promotes: Early Childhood Education and participation, Pacific Languages and cultures, healthy eating and living for whānau.
Kids, are you looking for fun on a Friday night?
Then come along to Kids' Club, 5.30 till 7.30pm on Fridays at the Baptist Church. We provide a safe, family atmosphere with table tennis, computer games, craft, a kid-friendly light tea, Bible stories and organised games. The cost is just $2.50 per child. Phone Liz on 0272233100 for more details or just come along and have a look. We're on the corner of Renall and Chapel Streets; entrance off Renall St.
