13 April 2006

A school is as strong as its community

Dear Parent

Dear Parents

Term 1 2006 is now history.  We move into the Easter season, a very special time in the calendar for Christians around the world.

Holidays, Easter eggs, fluffy bunnies … celebration of hope, the love of God, the cross and our ultimate salvation, Christ.  What images and perceptions will your child(ren) take away from this Easter?

Our children have been, and will be, bombarded by the media and society around them with many images of Easter - most of them nothing to do with what Easter really is.  As teachers and parents it is vital we redress the balance and convey in some way what God has done for us through his son Jesus Christ.  Don’t rely on attending church during Easter as the only input - your direct influence is crucial.  Read the Easter story to the children, discuss its meaning and its central role to our faith.  Focus on love, sacrifice, forgiveness, cleansing, eternal life - life abundant!  These are vital messages!

However, do enjoy the fact that we do have an Easter break!  As a staff we have had a busy term and next term looks full too.

Thank you to everyone who gets involved in the school - especially encourage you to keep praying for the Primary School and its role in Christian education.

Look forward to seeing you back at school on Monday 1 May.

John Stackhouse

Head of Primary School

School Notices

Caitlin Troon (Rm 9) achieved her red and blue badges for trampolining at the recent grading for   gymnastics.

AND

Hayden Smith (Rm 9) for achieving his red badge in  trampolining.

DENTAL CARE OVER THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

The School and Community Dental Service will      operate an emergency service over the school holidays.  This service is to provide relief of pain only and will not undertake ‘routine’ treatment.  The service will be available from 8.30am until 12.30pm each working day from the Oral Health Centre (Cnr Tuam and Antigua Streets).  This service will operate by appointment only and if we are unable to see your child, alternative

options will be given.  If your child has dental pain as a result of an accident please contact your dentist in the first instance. 

You can phone and make an appointment for the   emergency clinic by ringing your local school dental clinic - all dental clinic phones will be diverted to the central office.

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER AIDE REQUIRED

Teacher Aide – General duties.

We require a motivated, positive team person to work in the Primary School, assisting with groups of children or individuals.  This will involve working with children from Years 0 (5 yrs old)  to Year 6 (10-11 year olds).

Hours will cover Monday – Thursday mornings

(12 hours).  An additional 4 hours per week will be available Term 2 to assist a child with English as their second language.

Please contact Principal’s Secretary for information and application forms. 

Ph. 3489-826 ext. 707 or office@middleton.school.nz.

Applications close Friday 21st April.  Appointment to commence as early as possible in Term 2.

CLOTHING SHOP

If there are urgent needs regarding uniform, please contact Marion McConnell  on Ph. 3482256

Community Notices

2006 ART CLASSES at CoCA

- The Centre of Contemporary Art -

The Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) is now taking enrolments for its Term 2 and holiday art classes.  Catering for children aged 5—13 years a broad range of classes are available.  These include cartoon drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, print techniques.  Great classes, specialist tutors and a central city location.  

E-mail reception@coca.org.nz or  phone 03 3667261.

CANTERBURY SAILING SCHOOL

Have fun this holiday and learn to sail with      qualified instructors.

Starts Monday 17th - Friday 21st April, drop off time between 8 - 9am, pick-up time 5 - 6 pm, at the Omaka Scout Camp, Greywacke Road.  The sailing is held on Lake Rua next to the scout camp.  Sailing dinghy’s, lifejacket and hot drinks provided, bring your own lunch.  Cost for the week is only $225.00.

For more information and bookings contact:

Geoff Wright, Canterbury Sailing School,
Phone 981 4292 or 027 2000711

Email - lyt_sailing@inet.net.nz

SAMBA SOCCER

Term 2 (6 weeks)

         - Monday 8 May - 12 June

         - Wednesday 10 May - 14 June

Venue—Teachers College Gym, Ilam - 5.00 - 6.20pm approx.  Plays opt to attend either Monday or  Wednesday sessions.  Cost—$35 per term.             Ages - 7 –15 years.

To enrol, send a cheque for $35 made out to         Burnside AFC to ‘Samba Soccer’, PO Box 31-161,      Ilam Post Office.

(www.freewebs.com/southernsamba/)

"In thy light shall we see light." 
                                        Psalm 36:9

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