Just a little look at some of our creations today:
Wednesday, 5 December 2018
Wednesday, 28 November 2018
Tonight
Kia ora
Just in case you missed the last notice (it may still be in the school bag or located in a bedroom in the form of a jet plane?);
Each child has been given their black pants and t-shirt(s) to bring home. They should put these on before coming to the stadium.
Please bring the children in through Gate B (Forsyth Barr Stadium) at 6.30pm.
They can keep their named jackets with them in case it gets cold. The children know to come sit with either Mr T or Mrs Wood (I am the bald one and will be closer to the entrance).
The show will end at about 8.20, at which time Dr Galloway will give instructions for the collection of children.
Nga mihi
Shane
Just in case you missed the last notice (it may still be in the school bag or located in a bedroom in the form of a jet plane?);
Each child has been given their black pants and t-shirt(s) to bring home. They should put these on before coming to the stadium.
Please bring the children in through Gate B (Forsyth Barr Stadium) at 6.30pm.
They can keep their named jackets with them in case it gets cold. The children know to come sit with either Mr T or Mrs Wood (I am the bald one and will be closer to the entrance).
The show will end at about 8.20, at which time Dr Galloway will give instructions for the collection of children.
Nga mihi
Shane
Thursday, 15 November 2018
Farewell Mrs Fairbairn
Kia ora
Today we say farewell to Mrs Fairbairn who has now completed her four week posting in Room 17.
It has been awesome having Mrs Fairbairn in Room 17 and we will all miss her very much! A big thank you to Mrs Fairbairn from everyone in Room 17. We wish you all the best for the new year!
Today we say farewell to Mrs Fairbairn who has now completed her four week posting in Room 17.
It has been awesome having Mrs Fairbairn in Room 17 and we will all miss her very much! A big thank you to Mrs Fairbairn from everyone in Room 17. We wish you all the best for the new year!
The good news for us is that Mrs Fairbairn will still be at George Street Normal School and we can continue to visit with her :-)
Thursday, 18 October 2018
Production
Kia ora
The children have been very busy learning dances in preparation for our School Production which will be held at the Forsyth Barr Stadium on Thursday 29th of November.
The children from Room 17 will be taking part in three dances on the evening so they have a lot to learn between now and the night of the show.
It will be awesome so we hope everyone can come along to watch us on the night.
Nga mihi
Shane
The children have been very busy learning dances in preparation for our School Production which will be held at the Forsyth Barr Stadium on Thursday 29th of November.
The children from Room 17 will be taking part in three dances on the evening so they have a lot to learn between now and the night of the show.
It will be awesome so we hope everyone can come along to watch us on the night.
Nga mihi
Shane
Athletics Day
We had an awesome time at the Athletics event yesterday. A huge "Thank you" to everyone who came to support us and/or help out!!
The SUN
Kia ora
We are starting to see a bit more of the big yellow thing this term already. However even we we don't see the sun there is a chance that it is causing harm to our skin.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already brought their hat to school. The teachers will be asking children without hats to remain under the shades during break times. If children want to play outside they need to be wearing a sunhat.
Please remember put on some sunscreen before school and cover up well on those sunny days. (Mr T does have a very limited supply of sunscreen for those who forget on occasion).
Nga Mihi
Shane
We are starting to see a bit more of the big yellow thing this term already. However even we we don't see the sun there is a chance that it is causing harm to our skin.
A huge thank you to everyone who has already brought their hat to school. The teachers will be asking children without hats to remain under the shades during break times. If children want to play outside they need to be wearing a sunhat.
Please remember put on some sunscreen before school and cover up well on those sunny days. (Mr T does have a very limited supply of sunscreen for those who forget on occasion).
Nga Mihi
Shane
Sunday, 23 September 2018
Monday, 17 September 2018
School sports day
The athletics day this year will be held on the 18 October (Week 1 Term 4).
Children are currently learning how to compete in the different events such as the long jump and high jump. As with previous years the Year 2 children will compete in fun activities while the Year 3 children will be joining in with the athletics events.
If you can come along I am certain the children would really love to have you there cheering them on.
Children are currently learning how to compete in the different events such as the long jump and high jump. As with previous years the Year 2 children will compete in fun activities while the Year 3 children will be joining in with the athletics events.
If you can come along I am certain the children would really love to have you there cheering them on.
After School
Kia ora
Just a quick note to let you know that we are asking children to wait in or just outside the classroom after school rather than heading off to play.
If children are not collected before 3.25 we will take them to the Office where we know that they will be safe.
Nga mihi
Shane
Just a quick note to let you know that we are asking children to wait in or just outside the classroom after school rather than heading off to play.
If children are not collected before 3.25 we will take them to the Office where we know that they will be safe.
Nga mihi
Shane
Sunday, 19 August 2018
STEAM night - Thursday 23rd
Kia ora
This Thursday evening George Street Normal School will be open between 5 and 6.30pm to allow families the chance to have a look at some of the things your children have been doing this year.
Room 17 will not be open quite as long however as Mr T's youngest daughter will be on stage singing with her class at 6.30 at King's High School and as such Mr T needs to leave a little earlier in order to get to her show on time.
However if for some reason you can not get to Rm17 before 6pm Mr T will be happy to make a new time for you to come along to have a look at the display.
Nga mihi
Shane
This Thursday evening George Street Normal School will be open between 5 and 6.30pm to allow families the chance to have a look at some of the things your children have been doing this year.
Room 17 will not be open quite as long however as Mr T's youngest daughter will be on stage singing with her class at 6.30 at King's High School and as such Mr T needs to leave a little earlier in order to get to her show on time.
However if for some reason you can not get to Rm17 before 6pm Mr T will be happy to make a new time for you to come along to have a look at the display.
Nga mihi
Shane
Tuesday, 31 July 2018
Monday, 23 July 2018
International Day Dress Up and the Cross Country
Reminders:
On Friday this week we are able to dress up. The theme is of course related to countries of the world. Children are welcome to dress up and or bring along a toy representing a country of their choice (normally a country that they associate with).
The Cross Country is scheduled for Monday 30th. In the event that the weather is not good on that day it will be moved to the Wednesday. Children will need running shoes, warm layered clothing and a named drink bottle.
On Friday this week we are able to dress up. The theme is of course related to countries of the world. Children are welcome to dress up and or bring along a toy representing a country of their choice (normally a country that they associate with).
The Cross Country is scheduled for Monday 30th. In the event that the weather is not good on that day it will be moved to the Wednesday. Children will need running shoes, warm layered clothing and a named drink bottle.
Tuesday, 3 July 2018
The Book Fair
Kia ora
The Book Fair starts today!
The children will be offered the opportunity to have a look at the books on sale today and may complete a "wish list" to identify books that they would like to read.
They have been advised that this is not a shopping list 😊. Please feel free to take a look at the books on offer while waiting on your interviews today and tomorrow.
The Book Fair starts today!
The children will be offered the opportunity to have a look at the books on sale today and may complete a "wish list" to identify books that they would like to read.
They have been advised that this is not a shopping list 😊. Please feel free to take a look at the books on offer while waiting on your interviews today and tomorrow.
Monday, 25 June 2018
Reports and Parent Teacher interviews.
Kia ora
Mid year reports will be coming home at the end of this week and there will be the opportunity to arrange a time to meet with me here on Wednesday 4th or Thursday 5th. Bookings are made online and you will be sent more information regarding how to do this soon.
During the interview, besides answering any questions that you might have, we can have a catch up with regard to how your child is progressing with their Learning Commitments.
Please feel free to contact me (shane@georgestreet.school.nz) to arrange a more suitable time if you are unable to meet with me on the Wednesday or Thursday.
Nga mihi
Shane
Mid year reports will be coming home at the end of this week and there will be the opportunity to arrange a time to meet with me here on Wednesday 4th or Thursday 5th. Bookings are made online and you will be sent more information regarding how to do this soon.
During the interview, besides answering any questions that you might have, we can have a catch up with regard to how your child is progressing with their Learning Commitments.
Please feel free to contact me (shane@georgestreet.school.nz) to arrange a more suitable time if you are unable to meet with me on the Wednesday or Thursday.
Nga mihi
Shane
PIZZA!!
Now that I have your attention.
The children have all been given a small yellow order form to take home. Those who would like to have a slice (or more) of pizza for lunch on the last Friday of this term need only complete the form and send it along to School (as per the instructions) with money attached.
Please don't be late with these, as it may lead to disappointment.
The children have all been given a small yellow order form to take home. Those who would like to have a slice (or more) of pizza for lunch on the last Friday of this term need only complete the form and send it along to School (as per the instructions) with money attached.
Please don't be late with these, as it may lead to disappointment.
Thursday, 7 June 2018
Ka kite Mr Kerr
We were very sad to say farewell to Mr Kerr today who has now completed his five week placement here at GSNS.
The children wished him the best of luck with his ongoing study at North Carolina University and we hope to hear from him again sometime soon.
The children wished him the best of luck with his ongoing study at North Carolina University and we hope to hear from him again sometime soon.
DRESS UP DAY!!! Friday 15th of June and QUIZ NIGHT!!
Kia ora
On Friday 15th of June the George Street School is going to look a little unusual.
We are having another Dress up day. The children of Room 17 voted on a theme and decided upon... (drum roll)... Pyjamas!!!
It would be much appreciated if children who are participating in the Dress-up day could bring along a "sweet treat" which will be placed in a prize hamper and used at the Quiz Night.
With regard to that:
There is a Quiz Night at the Kensington Hotel on Monday 25th of June at 7.30pm. Tickets are on sale from the school office for $5. Make your own team or be added to another team. Proceeds from this night will go towards more books for our library.
Nga mihi
Shane
On Friday 15th of June the George Street School is going to look a little unusual.
We are having another Dress up day. The children of Room 17 voted on a theme and decided upon... (drum roll)... Pyjamas!!!
It would be much appreciated if children who are participating in the Dress-up day could bring along a "sweet treat" which will be placed in a prize hamper and used at the Quiz Night.
With regard to that:
There is a Quiz Night at the Kensington Hotel on Monday 25th of June at 7.30pm. Tickets are on sale from the school office for $5. Make your own team or be added to another team. Proceeds from this night will go towards more books for our library.
Nga mihi
Shane
Tuesday, 5 June 2018
Congratulations!
Kia ora
The children all did very well with their poetry readings last week. Andrew, Josh and myself were very impressed and found choosing our winners of the classroom competition very difficult indeed.
However after much conversation and reflection the following children have been chosen to represent Room 17:
Year 3
Thomas O'Neill
Briar Henwood
with Max Cathro in reserve.
Year 2
Guy Orchiston
Selah Bachur
with Meghna Murali Nair in reserve.
The Year 3 children will be competing against the entire Middle Team next Tuesday. Year 2 children will not be reading their poems again until Week 10.
A huge round of applause for all the children for doing so well and a thank you to the families that listened to the same poem being read at home over and over again :-).
Nga mihi
Shane
The children all did very well with their poetry readings last week. Andrew, Josh and myself were very impressed and found choosing our winners of the classroom competition very difficult indeed.
However after much conversation and reflection the following children have been chosen to represent Room 17:
Year 3
Thomas O'Neill
Briar Henwood
with Max Cathro in reserve.
Year 2
Guy Orchiston
Selah Bachur
with Meghna Murali Nair in reserve.
The Year 3 children will be competing against the entire Middle Team next Tuesday. Year 2 children will not be reading their poems again until Week 10.
A huge round of applause for all the children for doing so well and a thank you to the families that listened to the same poem being read at home over and over again :-).
Nga mihi
Shane
Wednesday, 16 May 2018
Poetry Reading Competition
Kia ora
Each year we run a poetry reading competition. The children are asked to choose a poem which they will introduce and read to our class. We will select two children from Year 3 to represent our class in the Middle Team Competition. Two children in Year 2 will also be selected to read with the Junior Team in week 10.
The children will be asked to introduce the poem, to read clearly and to read with expression. It is not necessary to memorise the poem.
A notice will be coming home tomorrow with the children asking for assistance in finding a suitable poem. If a poem can not be located at home I have a selection in class that might be used.
Thank you for your assistance
Nga mihi
Shane
Each year we run a poetry reading competition. The children are asked to choose a poem which they will introduce and read to our class. We will select two children from Year 3 to represent our class in the Middle Team Competition. Two children in Year 2 will also be selected to read with the Junior Team in week 10.
The children will be asked to introduce the poem, to read clearly and to read with expression. It is not necessary to memorise the poem.
A notice will be coming home tomorrow with the children asking for assistance in finding a suitable poem. If a poem can not be located at home I have a selection in class that might be used.
Thank you for your assistance
Nga mihi
Shane
International Support Workers Day
Today we celebrated International Support Workers Day. Each class did something for one of the support workers at our school. The children in Room 17 made a card for Josh our TA and he was presented with a small gift to show our appreciation. Each face contained a message to Josh from the child that drew the portrait.
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