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Reminder: Teacher Only Day Friday 30 May. School is closed that day.
Welcome
Welcome
Welcome to another update of all goings-on at SFDS to keep you fully informed. Welcome also to our new families.
Uniform Request
This week we all noticed a distinct drop in temperature as the winter months creep closer each day. Some of the students do not seem to have warm items to wear to school as part of their uniform. Please can you check that your child has warm clothing and brings a rain jacket to school? If you need to purchase more items, please check Kindo.
Please also note the correct uniform items below. We expect all children to wear the correct uniform to school. Thank you for your support with this.
Otto is wearing the correct PE uniform. The sports hoodie is optional on PE days.
This student is wearing appropriate shoes for PE days. These shoes (with contrasting coloured trim / detail) are not to be worn on other days.
These students are wearing the correct navy blue socks, and plain black shoes with their uniform. Plan brown, and plain navy are also acceptable.
One of the children is wearing the SFDS track pants - this is keeping them warm on these colder days. The long pants are optional.
New Pick-Up and Drop-off Area.
The Wellington City Council has set up a new pick-up / drop-off area for so that you can easily drop your child(ren) at school in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon. Please note that when stopping in this area at the beginning and end of the day, the driver must STAY IN THE CAR so that the area remains available to all. There are parks available for parking further down the road. Thank you for your support.
New Pick-Up / Drop-Off Area 8-9am, 2.30 - 3.30pm
Driver must not leave the vehicle during these times.
Catholic Character
Catholic Character
Appointment of Director of Religious Studies (DRS)
It is wonderful to be able to announce to you that teacher, Chris Wratt, has recently been appointed as the DRS. Chris has been with SFDS as a teacher and team leader for many years. Over the past 5 terms, he took a break from this role to be our school's Caretaker and Cleaner. Before his time at SFDS, Chrs has taught and lead at many other schools in Wellington and other parts of the country. We are thrilled to have Chris leading us as a Catholic Character leader.
Values Awards
It is expected that the behaviour of our community will reflect the Gospel message of ‘love one another,’ living out the school motto of ‘the measure of love is to love without measure.’ Thank you to the wonderful children below who have been noticed living by the fruits of the Holy Spirit, our school values. The focus of these awards was the value of Aroha - Love.
Congratulations to Nunzio, Dallas, Layla-Rose, Malesh, Christian, Tabitha, Aisha and Victoria - for being presented with a Values Certificate at our school hui!
Congratulations to Frankie, Georgie, Rosco, Anika, Millan, Summer, Angelin, Jeca, Zeb, Sophia, Pio and Jan - for being presented with a Values Certificate at our school hui!
School Notices and Events
School Notices and Events
Second (And Final) Sports Hoodie Order – Now Open
Due to high demand, we're reopening one last hoodie order! These navy hoodies with white lettering are perfect for PE and sports days — and can be personalized with your child’s name. Order Now on Kindo under “Sports Hoodie.” Closes: Tuesday, 27 May at 9:00 AM sharp — no late orders or changes. Price: Kids (XS–XL) $60 | Adults (S–XL) $65 Need help with sizing? Try-ons available Friday, 8:45–9:15 AM at the uniform shop.
Sizing guide will also be emailed — no refunds after ordering. This rare second run won’t happen again this year. Don’t miss out! Questions? Contact the school office.
Year 7 Vision Screening Coming up Wednesday 28 May- Information for parents
Te Whatu Ora, Health New Zealand provides a vision screening programme for all Year 7 students.
Vision - pupils will be advised of results at the time of screening. If further assessment is recommended you will be notified by mail.
Children who wear glasses and/or are under professional care and have regular checks will not require a vision check from our service.
Non-consent - please notify your school if you do not want your child being screened.
This screening is not a full assessment of your child's vision. If you have any concerns, please see an optometrist.
Thank you for your support with this programme. If you have any queries, please contact me on the details below.
Amanda Stott Vision & Hearing Technician P: 04 587 2961 | M: 027 480 9735 | E: Amanda.Stott@huttvalleydhb.org.nz
Dates to Add to Your Diary
Dates to Add to Your Diary
Please also check our SFDS Events Calendar
Friday 23 May 2025
7:50am - 8:30am Flames Netball Practice
9am - 10am Rm 7&12 Buddy Mass
Ranginui (Year 7 & 8) PE Day- Wear PE Gear
Wheke(rm 7) and Parareka(Rm 8) PE Day (Wear PE Gear)
3pm - 4:30pm Year 5/6 Netball Practice
4:30pm - 5:30pm Year 7/8 Comets Netball Practice
Monday 26 May 2025
Tangaroa (Year 0-3) Pe Day- wear PE Gear
1:30pm - 3pm Rms 2 & 5 Paekawakawa Reserve trip
1:45pm - 2:45pm Rm 6 Island Bay library trip
Tuesday 27 May 2025
Pohutukawa (Rm 10) PE day (Wear PE Gear)
St Patricks College Open day tour- Please email the office if you son is going!
Wheke(rm 7) and Parareka(Rm 8) PE Day (Wear PE Gear)
Wednesday 28 May 2025
Pohutukawa (Rm 10) PE day (Wear PE Gear)
Ranginui (Year 7 & 8) PE Day- Wear PE Gear
Year 7 Vision testing
Thursday 29 May 2025
9:15am - 12pm Wheke (Rm 7) & Parareka (Rm 8) Recreation Centre Trip
St Patricks College Open day tour- Please email the office if you son is going!
Tangaroa (Year 0-3) Pe Day- wear PE Gear
Tarawera (Rm 2) Pe Day - Wear PE Gear
12:30pm - 2:45pm Technology Ranginui (Yr 7 & 8)
Friday 30 May 2025
Curriculum Teacher Only Day 2 (MOE) - school closed
7:50am - 8:30am Flames Netball Practice
3pm - 4:30pm Year 5/6 Netball Practice
4:30pm - 5:30pm Year 7/8 Comets Netball Practice
Monday 2 June 2025
King's Birthday - Public Holiday School is closed
Tuesday 3 June 2025
Pohutukawa (Rm 10) PE day (Wear PE Gear)
Wheke(rm 7) and Parareka(Rm 8) PE Day (Wear PE Gear)
Wednesday 4 June 2025
Boostrix - Year 7 Boys and Girls
Gardasil – 1st Dose Year 7 & 8
Pohutukawa (Rm 10) PE day (Wear PE Gear)
Ranginui (Year 7 & 8) PE Day- Wear PE Gear
Friday 20 June 2025
Matariki - Public Holiday School is closed
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