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Pool Day update – Tuesday 17th December

Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 7:55 AM

The Year 7-8 Pool Day is still going ahead today. The Year 0-4 Pool Day has been cancelled.

No access via school driveway

Tuesday, December 10, 2019, 12:39 PM

Due to the demolition and construction works happening in the upper area of the school, there is no access to this area by the driveway for the rest of the school year. Temporary fencing/gates will be installed, but if this is open please do not come up the driveway as it is open for trucks only. You can access the top classrooms through the airbridge and by the steps to the right of the two storey building. If you are unsure where these access points are please come to the office and we will be happy to guide you. Thank you for your understanding.

Lachie Raffle and Wristbands

Monday, December 9, 2019, 11:15 AM

Kia ora koutou Firstly, thank you so much for your support of Laps for Lachie. It was a huge success! Our St Martins School community is just AMAZING! The participating kids (and adults) are a little hazy today, but what a fabulous display of generosity and aroha. Sponsorship money can be sent directly to the office or you can direct sponsors to The Lachie Challenge Givealittle page https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/the-lachie-challenge Now, for our last push for Lachie for 2019. We have raffle tickets available from the school office for $5 and limited edition Lachie Challenge silicone wristbands for a gold coin donation. The raffle will be drawn on Thursday 19th December — just in time for Christmas!

Laps for Lachie final newsletter

Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 2:16 PM

Please find attached the final newsletter for our upcoming Laps for Lachie event. Hopefully, you received a paper copy of Newsletter 2 last week. See you on Saturday! laps_for_lachie_notice_3

Whānau Group hui

Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 2:13 PM

We have our final Whānau Group hui for the year this week on 6th December at 6pm. Our meetings are friendly, relaxed and fun, and open to all, so nau mai haere mai/welcome. We start with karakia/ incantation, discuss upcoming events and goals, share kai/food, and we learn waiata/song. The group operates to influence and support kaupapa Māori at St Martins School – adding to what’s already happening and fostering new initiatives. We support each other to broaden our knowledge of tikanga and te reo. Most importantly we exist to support our tamariki in the culture. Please note, joining the whanau group is open to everyone at St Martins school. We are meeting at a whanau member’s house, if you’re interested in coming along to join, please email Michele Stephens in the office for details. micheles@stmartins.school.nz As this is the final hui for the year, we will be farewelling some whanau as their tamariki are leaving the kura. Ngā mihi nui Greg Ellis

CHS Zone change proposal consultation

Tuesday, December 3, 2019, 11:44 AM

Consultation meeting tonight, Tuesday 3rd December, 6pm at Cashmere High School Performing Arts Centre on the proposed Cashmere High School zone changes. Speak in person with a school representative to discuss and submit your comments. Written responses can be posted to: Proposed School Home Zone Changes, c/- Cashmere High School, 172 Rose Street, Christchurch 8024 or emailed to Heidi Ball: bah@cashmere.school.nz The deadline for responses is 10th February 2020. Once approved the new home zone for Cashmere High School will take effect for the 2021 student intake.

Parent Workshop – Healthy Eating

Thursday, November 28, 2019, 12:23 PM

Healthy Eating This is our last parent workshop for 2019 and will be led by Bek Parry. Bek is a Registered Nutritionist and will talk with Parents on the ins and outs of feeding children – nutritional needs, energy requirements and the importance of also allowing children to guide this process. This will be an informal session, please do feel free to ask any questions you may have, at any time to ensure you get what you need out of the session. When: Tuesday 3 December Where: Harakeke learning space Time: 7.00 – 8.00pm Please RSVP to Alice Denley aliced@stmartins.school.nz by Monday 2 December.

Salami Orders Arriving Today

Wednesday, November 27, 2019, 11:42 AM

Salami Orders Arriving Today For those of you who have ordered our fundraising salami the salami will be available this afternoon/tomorrow depending on how quick we can get the orders sorted. We have been overwhelmed with the number of orders so thank you all for your support. Small orders of 4 or less will be taken to your child’s classroom to pop into their bags to bring home unless you are able to advise us that you would prefer to collect them yourself. Larger orders will be available to pick up from the office/staffroom area If you could reply to this email if this does not suit we will work towards accommodating all requests. Also we have been told to pass on to you that you should open the vacuum pack within 2 weeks/or the open before date and then store in the fridge. Happy eating:)

COFFEE MORNING & UNIFORM SALE THIS FRI 29 NOV

Tuesday, November 26, 2019, 2:48 PM

COFFEE MORNING & UNIFORM SALE THIS FRI 29 NOV Last sale for the month of November folks! Come in and spend your Christmas money on some uniform. Stay for a coffee and a chat. See you there! When: Fri 29 Nov Time: 8.45 am (please let seniors exit hall first) Where: School hall Cash only please.

Laps for Lachie Parent Information Evening

Monday, November 25, 2019, 10:18 AM

A Laps for Lachie information evening will be held Thursday 28th November in the staffroom, starting at 7:15 pm (this will hopefully give our SMART Touch parents enough time). On this night, I hope to recruit parent volunteers to help with the BBQ, marquee set up and a few other bits and pieces. I will also answer any questions or concerns that you may have about how the event is going to run. Hope to see you there! Many thanks Nicky Pateman

St Martins School