Friday, 19 February 2016

Homework Term 1 Week 4
Due Friday 26th February
Mathletics:  Make sure you go on Mathletics at least 3 times each week.  Last years password will work.
This week I scored:   _______  points
Reading:  Read as much as possible! If you are not sure about any new words, remember to look for clues in the sentences around the word and then if you are still not sure, use a dictionary.
Fun Stuff: 
Picnics
On Friday the 26th it is the school picnic. 
Let’s pretend you are holding your own picnic.
Your mission is to design a picnic basket full of food.  What will the basket look like (draw it) and what yummy food will be in it?
What amazing games will you play at your picnic?
Who will you invite?
Where will it be?
Tell us all about it!

Present this either on paper, in your book or by email (your teacher may print it for you).  You should include pictures or even photos if you want.

Thursday, 18 February 2016

What's Happening Next Week?

Week 4 (22-26 February)
Monday - Swimming, Testing
Tuesday - Swimming, Testing
Wednesday - Singing, Testing
Thursday - Swimming, Library, School Assembly
Friday - Sports afternoon - bring PE uniform, School picnic 5-7pm, Ice Blocks $1

Thursday, 11 February 2016

Funky Feet Monday!
 Wear a colourful pair of socks to school on Monday with your shoes or sandals and be in the draw to win a prize.
Week 3 (15-19 February)
Monday - Swimming, Funky Feet Monday!
Tuesday - Bike Safety
Wednesday - Singing
Thursday - Swimming, Library, Team Assembly
Friday - Ice blocks $1, Team Sport - bring PE uniform

Wednesday, 10 February 2016

Howick Primary School

New Zealand Cyclist Skills Training Programme
This educational programme is fully funded by Auckland Transport and is tailored for children in years 5-6. Cyclist training enhances students’ cycling skills and teaches them how to ride their bikes safely. The Grade 1 sessions will be inside school grounds (not on the road).

The training will be delivered by Bigfoot Adventures Ltd. Our qualified instructors are passionate about teaching cycling skills and providing a fun, safe and practical programme. All instructors have undergone police vetting, hold current first aid certificates and have received training specific to this course. In case of an emergency please ensure your contact details are updated with the school.

The course comprises approximately 2 x 1 ½ hour sessions per class which will take place during class time. Ratios for the training will be 1 instructor for up to 15 students. The child’s teacher will also be present.


If you have any questions or concerns about this training, do not hesitate to talk to one of the Bigfoot team on the day. Or contact Adrienne, Cycle Safety Coordinator: 09 444 1446 Info@cyclesafety.co.nz

 Cyclist Skills Training

 Consent Form

I agree to my son/daughter (Name)………………………………………. (Class)…………
participating in the cycle training course and have read the information supplied.

CONSENT:
I understand that there are certain risks associated with cycling that cannot be reduced to zero. I know I am able to ask any questions of Bigfoot or the individual instructor to gain a better understanding of the activity before deciding whether my child takes part and the final decision about whether to take part or not is mine. I understand I may be charged for items belonging to Bigfoot that my child may lose or damage. The instructor will take all reasonable precautions to ensure my child’s safety. If my child acts outside of this advice, then I acknowledge they do so at their own risk and may be instructed to leave the programme or activity

We require a parent or guardian’s signature for any student under 18. By signing you are confirming that the information provided is as accurate and complete as possible and are confirming your consent to your child’s participation in the stated Bigfoot programme.


CONTACT DETAILS

Phone Number: ………………………………………..

Name…………………………………………...


Signed………………………………………………….

Wednesday, 3 February 2016

This permission slip will be coming home on Thursday with your child.  Please fill in and return to Miss Brambor.

Education Outside the Classroom – Permission Slip 2016


During the school year your child may be offered the opportunity to participate in group experiences outside the classroom that boost and enrich the school curriculum.  These experiences may be interschool sporting experiences that further develop the Health & Physical Education curriculum, chess tournaments or cultural events such as Choir.  Prior to each event a notice will be sent home with details that include times, venue, transport arrangements and the required equipment and cost. 

There may be times when the class goes for a short walk or runs, for example to the post box or for supervised cross country training around the streets near school.

This form once returned and signed will serve as a permission slip for all group Education Outside the Classroom experiences.  However, if you do not wish for your child to participate in any event we ask that you send written advice of the withdrawal.

Whole class and Senior School team trips will require permission at the time of the trip and the cost of these is covered by the activity fee.

Further information regarding any trip can be obtained by contacting your child’s teacher or the teacher in charge of that event.

Regards,

Claire Simpson, Vanessa Brambor, Sophie Robertson

Howick Primary School

Education Outside the Classroom – Permission Slip 2016


Student’s name: ……………………………………………….                Room ……….

·      I give permission for my son/daughter to attend group trips, cultural events and/or sporting events that take place out of Howick Primary School during 2016. 
·      I also give permission for them to go on supervised walks/runs near school.
·      I agree to pay any costs of trips and events before my son/daughter can attend.
·      I understand I am able to withdraw my child from any event by notifying the school in writing. 
·      I know that I am able to ask any questions of the school about the activities my child will be involved in. 


Signed ……………………………………………  Print Name ……………………………….


Contact Phone (Home)    ……………………………   (MOB) …………………………………


Email ………………………………………………………………

Friday, 29 January 2016

Term 1, Week 1

Whats Happening this week?
Week 1 (2-5 February)
Tuesday - Term 1 starts and newsletter goes home
Wed, Thurs, Friday - Swimming
Thursday - Team Assembly