Monday, 29th June 2020
Kia ora koutou Whānau,
Here we are in our last week of Term 2! I would like to express our thanks for your support during what has been a unique and challenging term. We are very grateful to be part of such a wonderful community and are incredibly proud of how well our children have transitioned through all of the changes they have experienced over the last few months.
Our cross country last week was a wonderful example of this Omihi Community Spirit. It is something very special to be in a school where every child had someone there to support and watch them take part in the race! Our tamariki definitely showed our Omihi School Values of Pride, Unity, Respect and Excellence while racing around our fantastic course. A big thank you to Pete and Emma Dormer for allowing us to run the race over their property.
I would like to say a very fond farewell to our amazing cleaner, Thalia Pugh. Thalia has done a fantastic job of cleaning at our school for the last 18 months and will be missed very much. Luckily, we have found another wonderful person to fill this position. Welcome to our Omihi School whānau, Sharryn Pugh. I would also like to welcome Pete Murphy. Pete is coming on board as our gardener. We are looking forward to having you on the team.
Ngā mihi
Penny Vincent
Acting Tumuaki/Principal
School Notices
Reporting
At the end of this week you will be able to view a general comment, a science comment and maths, reading and writing progress charts for your child on Hero. You should receive a notification once this information has been published and shared with you. If you have any questions please contact your child’s teacher.
Matariki
This week we will be celebrating Matariki, the Māori New Year. Each child will be creating a Matariki lantern and we will be having shared kai for lunch on Thursday. We will be supplying potatoes, however each child will need to bring their own toppings. If your child would like kumara instead of potato they are welcome to bring this along too.
Cross Country
Congratulations to all the place getters and participants in our cross country last week. Well done to those of you that will now compete at the Kowai Zones event. Remember to keep up that training over the holidays!
Bus Run
Next term the bus run will change. The bus run for Term 3 is as follows. First north, then south and then Reeces Road.
Ski Trip
Hopefully you have all received a Ski Trip Notice. If you have not already returned these, please can you do so this week. The children and staff are all looking forward to heading out for a day outside the classroom!
Camp
This week a short online survey about camp will be sent home to parents of senior children. We would really appreciate your feedback so please keep an eye out for this and fill it in when you receive it.
Online Lunches
Online lunch orders start up again next term. Every Wednesday you will be able to place an order for either Sushi or Subway. Attached to the bottom of this newsletter is a flyer with all the details about how and when to order. Your child/ren will also be given a flyer to bring home.
Life Education
In week 1 of next term we are looking forward to welcoming Harold the Giraffe, Louise and their Life Education van to school. This is always a highlight for the children and will be a great way to start off our term.
Farm Race
Planning for our rescheduled Farm Race is well underway. A reminder that Early Bird Entries close on the 30th June. The link to purchase tickets is www.omihi.school.nz/bikerun.
Keeping it Real Online
Netsafe and The Department of Internal Affairs have recently developed the following website as part of their Keeping it Real Online campaign. As parents it can be very hard to know how to support our children as they navigate their way through the online world of today. This website is full of tips for parents and caregivers on how to create a safe online environment for kids and young people. Please check it out at www.keepitrealonline.govt.nz
Community Notices
Pilates
Three Pilates classes are now available at the Waipara Pavilion. Joseph Pilates developed these exercise classes in the 1920's as a way to improve flexibility, strength, balance and well being.
Tuesday, 10.30am - General
Wednesday, 10.00am - Advanced
Wednesday, 5.30pm - IntermediateDo come and join us. First session is free. Ring Sarah 021-159-8246
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AliceArcherYoga
Dynamic & fun yoga sessions accessibly to all abilities. Developing strength, balance & flexibility.
Using the breath to cultivate mindfulness & connection, & to encourage deep relaxation.
Alice is starting a class at Omihi Hall on Thursdays 5.30-6.30. It’s $10 a class plus a gold coin donation to cover the cost of the hall. Please text or phone Alice for further information on 027 225 5851
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Election Day, 19 September - The Electorate Commission need over 20,000 staff to work for them, both on the day and in the weeks before and after at headquarters. They want to ensure that they have paid staff that represent our communities. Anyone interested is to register here: https://elections.nz/jobs/work-at-the-2020-general-election/
A reminder for everyone to check their enrolment details – which can be done here: https://enrol.vote.nz/app/enrol/#/check-online , and of course to vote on (or before) Saturday 19 September!
Timebank Hurunui
Matariki & Maori Navigation, Wednesday 15th July
Join Nukuroa and Heidi Tirikatene-Nash for a korero around the significance of Matariki, the stars and other natural systems, that helped in navigating and wayfinding. Heidi will share about her journey as crew on the traditionally designed Waka Haunui, as part of the 2019 Tuia 250 Flotilla commemorations. Time: 7 – 8.30pm, Amberley School Hall. Cost: 1.5 TimeBank Hurunui credits or koha appreciated. Registrations: 03 3143406, tbhlearningexchange@gmail.com
Berry & Currant Bush Pruning, Sunday 19th July
Clean up your berry and currant bushes with the right thinning and shaping techniques, and enjoy their bountiful fruit come summer. Gary Burgess and Lorna Sandeman are experienced gardeners who will demonstrate then help you try your hand at pruning on a variety of bushes. They’ll also discuss general tips for tending berry and currant beds. BYO secateurs and gloves. Time: 11am – 1pm, Sunday 19 July, Waipara. Cost: 2 TimeBank Hurunui credits or $12 . Registrations: 03 314 3406 or tbhlearningexchange@gmail.com
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Dental Care during the School Holidays
The Community Dental Service will be providing dental care for children enrolled with our service during the upcoming school holidays. The clinics will offer treatment and relief of pain sessions by appointment only. To make an appointment please call/email our Contact Centre which operates between the hours of 8am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday throughout the holidays.
The following Dental Clinics will be open during these school holidays:
· Burnside Clinic, 96A Memorial Avenue, Burnside,
· Hornby Clinic, 2 Hei Hei Road, Hornby,
· Lincoln Clinic, 35 James Street, Lincoln,
· Timaru Clinic, Level 1, 18 Woollcombe Street, Timaru
The clinics will offer appointments between 8.15am and 4.45pm for school-age and preschool children requiring treatment.
If your child has dental pain because of an accident, please contact your dentist in the first instance.
To book an appointment at one of our clinics please: call 0800 846 983 Or email commdental@cdhb.health.nz
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RESILIENT HURUNUI presents... Andrew Lorrey, NIWA Principal Scientist-
Climate and Environmental Applications, will talk about NIWA regional
climate change modelling as it relates to North Canterbury.
Date: Thursday July 16th Venue: Amberley School Hall Time: 7.30p.m
Gold Coin entry
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