Week 7 Term 3

HI Folks,

Not too much information this week for you all.  Last week was busy with finishing off a narrative writing piece, PAT's and singing/dancing practice for our school production of Noah.

Swimming Tuesday - Please ensure that your child has a t-shirt and shorts again this week for swimming as river safety is the focus for this week's lesson. 

School Photos - These are happening next week - Monday 12th September.  Full winter uniform must be worn.  If your child was in a sport's team they must also bring along their sports uniform for a team photo.  There are forms for family or individual portraits which have been sent home.  These must be back to Alyssa ASAP if you are wanting pictures of your children taken separately.

BOOKS for Room 5's Library.  If anyone has any age appropriate books to contribute to our lovely Library in class it would be greatly appreciated.  We have picture books through to chapter books and it's always nice to have a little variety so if there are any books being given the heave ho, please think of us first. 

A special thank you to the PTA for the donation of some chapter books for group reading in our classroom.  I am super excited to have the opportunity for some group reading and book club type discussions around these new books.

Social Justice Week - Focus on Migration...  Please take a look at this short clip about some migrant students and how they felt about moving to New Zealand and leaving their home countries.  Caritas is holding social justice week from September 11th through to 17th.  If you would like to read more about this just click this link!

Have a wonderful week.   Enjoy your gorgeous kids - I certainly do.  Room 5 is a great place to be.

Ka Kite Ano

Mrs Lyon.

KAPA HAKA

"It's now been confirmed that the Kapa Haka group will be performing at the Otago Polyfest in Dunedin on Wed 14th September. Thankyou to all those who have offered to help with costumes and transport. Mr Yeoman and Mrs Beilby are currently confirming details with these helpers and more information will be coming home with students in the next few days. Thanks!"

Term 3 Week 5

Hi all,

It's my turn to lead whole school prayer tomorrow morning in the church.  I hope I send out a message to the children which motivates them to be kind to one another this week.  We often talk about kindness in Room 5 and how, at times, it's important to be kind to yourself.  Recognising those times when a sit down and a quiet moment might be just what you need can make all the difference to your day.

Action in Room 5 this week...

Swimming - Tuesday morning. Please remind your child to bring their togs for swimming!!!

Tuesday this week is also Central Otago Cross Country day.  Those children attending should be prepared with a decent lunch, plenty of water and warm clothes.

Wednesday afternoon is an open day at school  This is a chance for new families to come and have a little look at what schooling is like at St Gerard's.  

Sunday 28th August - Whole School Mass.  Please bring a plate for a cuppa afterwards.  Mrs Lyon's favourites include Rocky Road, Chocolate Caramel Slice and Tan Square...hint hint...

Mrs Sanders will be in class on Friday this week.  

Please encourage 20 minutes reading, spelling words, times tables practice, doubles and basic facts too...there will be a maths sheet coming home which is due for completion on Friday.    

Have a great week.  The warmer weather is making me smile and think about the long stretch of warmth we have in front of us.

Mrs Lyon

Term 3, Week 4

Hi there, this term is going so fast, we are a third of the way through already!  I apologise for not having the blog current these past few weeks.  I am back in action now though so keep watching this space...

Swimming - Tuesday.   Please remember to have your child bring their swimming gear for swimming on Tuesday morning.  If it's cold out, get your kiddies to wrap up warm as it's a long walk back to school with cold, wet hair!

House Olympics - This Thursday afternoon at school we will hold an Olympics sports house competition.  The children can wear their P.E. uniform to school for this.

Room 5 are on assembly this week so if you can join us at 2:15 on Friday afternoon you'll be able to come and see what we have been up to over the last term.

Central Otago Cross Country - this will be held on Tuesday the 23rd of August, there will be more information coming out soon for those runners who have qualified for this.  

Whole School Mass - Sunday, 28th August.  This is still a few weeks away but just a reminder that all are to attend school mass at the end of next week.

I should let you all know I am really enjoying teaching all of your children.  We are so lucky to have such great kids at our school.  We have really jelled as a group and I think that Room 5 is a happy learning space. 

Have a great week,

Carolyn

Week 2 Term 3

This week's blogpost will be updated when i feel a little better...i have been sick this weekend and haven't managed much work.

Tuesday Swimming. Please remember your swimmimg gear.

I will not be at school tomorrow so will sort spelling and maths sheets for Tuesday.

I wonder if snow will arrive here???

Have a good week,

Mrs Lyon

Week 1, Term 3

Welcome back people!  Term 3 is here!

SWIMMING ON TUESDAYS!!!  Each Tuesday this term we will have a 1/2 hour swimming lesson at the pool from 9:45-10:15am.  We will walk to and from the pool.  Please ensure your child has their gear with them each week. Click here to remind yourself that packing all gear is important

CROSS COUNTRY - This will be held on the afternoon of Wednesday the 10th of August.  This means we have just over two weeks to get training.  I intend to get some good training in with the kids so that they feel ready to face the challenge on the day - whatever that challenge may be for your child.  I do hope that everyone will look forward to participating and completing the race with a smile on the dial.  The Central Otago Cross Country will be held on Tuesday the 23rd of August.

PARISH FAMILY MASS - This term the family mass will be on Saturday 13th August.  As usual there will be a meal at 5pm followed by Mass at 6pm.  Please come along.
Whole School Mass will be on Sunday 28th of August at 9am.

At this stage, this is all I have to report.   Please note that your children will be bringing home maths worksheets as requested by some parents at parent interviews.  This is to be included with the regular reading, spelling and study ladder tasks.  I think this is plenty of work for your child and by no means should you feel pressure if any given week is a busy one for your family.

Have a great week parents.  I am looking forward to seeing the kiddies tomorrow.

Carolyn

Week 10

Hi there,

Week 10 is finally here.  We have a few happenings at school this week.

FIrstly - On Tuesday we will be visiting the Golf Course with Sharelle from Kelly Sports to have a final swing and put together all the skills we learned with Sharelle on a real green.  The children can wear their P.E. uniforms.  We will be leaving school by bus at 11am and returning at 12:30pm.

Student-led Interviews - these will be happening this week on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. Please make sure you have your time sorted with the online booking tool in last week's newsletter.

Eisteddfod Assembly - This will be held on Thursday this week from 1:30pm.

Rippa Tournament - On Friday we are having a school Rippa Rugby tournament in the afternoon. The children are able to wear Mufti on this day.

Farewell to Lauren Kys - Sadly this week we will say goodbye to the Kys family from our school and to Lauren from our class.  They are moving to Singapore where Dave has a teaching position at the Canadian International School.  We wish the family all the best on their new adventure.  We will all miss Lauren's lovely smile and sense of fun and adventure.

Have a great week, I have a little holiday trip planned with my kiddies and cannot wait to have a few snuggly sleep-ins also!

Carolyn