Thursday 29 April 2010

Newsletter Term 2 Week 2

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Dear parents/whanau,

Our latest newsletter is now online at this link. Included in this edition is:

  • BOT Elections Update - please cast your vote!! Candidate statements are here...
  • Please improve the wearing of safety vests and school uniform
  • Orana Park
  • What to do if you child is absent from school
  • ANZAC day 
  • Junior Bookroom has been given a makeover
  • PTA Update - sausage sizzle, Entertainment Books!!!
In addition to these updates, if any parents are keen to help lower the speed limit on Godley Road, there is a public launch of a petition which Amy Adams (Selwyn MP) is organising. This launch is at Weedons School this Monday, 3 May at 2.30pm. If anyone wants a ride please let me know and you can come with me - I have four seats in my car.

Rob

Rolleston Community Centre’s Term 2 Programmes

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We also have many other programmes to suit all ages and interests.  For further information, please call David on 347 2882 or Tanya on 347 2973 or check out our website – www.selwyn.govt.nz/services/community-development/rolleston-community-centre We still have a few places left in some programmes.

Acting Up! – Drama Classes with guild trained teacher, Jane Syder
Enrolment required.  Limited numbers for these classes.
Explore the world through drama and unlock creative gifts and abilities.  Build confidence, learn vital performance and teamwork skills and how to communicate clearly.  Performance opportunities available.
Classes for 6-8 yrs and 9-11 years on Mondays and 12-16 years on Tuesdays.

Basketball & Volleyball - Enrolment required.  Limited numbers for these classes. Professional coach, Cos, will get the kids learning skills, playing some games and having a ball! Session caters for all skill levels.  Ages 5-12 years. Basketball on Mondays & Volleyball on Wednesdays in the stadium.

Roller Sk8! Brought to you by PhatSk8!  Marks these dates in your calendar.  Spin around the floor to music and disco lights! Lots of fun for all ages and abilities and a great option for a birthday party. Skates provided.  Adult supervision required for children 11 years and under. Saturdays, 1st, 22nd & 29th May, 12 & 26th June and 10th July.

Rolleston Fun Ferns Netball

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ROLLESTON FUN FERNS NETBALL
ROLLESTON NETBALL COURTS –
Moore Street, Rolleston
Players Year 0 -3




REGISTRATION
Wednesday
19 May
3.15 pm
3.45 pm
START DATE
Wednesday
26 May
3.15 pm
4.00 pm
END DATE     (2nd to last week of term 2)
Wednesday
23 June
3.15 pm
4.00 pm





START DATE (2nd week back ofTerm 3)
Wednesday
28 July
3.15 pm
4.00pm
END DATE
Wednesday
25 August
3.15 pm
4.00pm
A Total of 10 weeks training




 
Please note: If the weather is adverse / raining netball will be cancelled - you can contact Debs 027 3498183 to confirm if training is still on.
  • Girls will need some sort of running / sport shoes and a great set of listening ears...
On Behalf of Jackie and I we are looking forward to meeting our budding young Silver Ferns.

BOT - Candidate Statements 2010

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Burnham School Home - School Trustees Association


Ange Colenso:

Hi, my name is Ange Colenso and I have had a very close affiliation with Burnham School since my eldest daughter started in 1996.  Since that time, all 5 of my children have attended Burnham School and my youngest Sophie, is currently in year 5.  Te Kura o Tiori has given a fantastic foundation to my children, who have since gone on to High School, NZ Institute of Sport and the work force.


I am serving on the current BOT, and have held the Property Portfolio for the past 10 months.  18 months prior to that, I served as the Minutes Secretary. Initially my role was challenging, I am now confident in my understanding and am excited to continue to be part of the team to implement our strategic plan for 2010 – 11. I was also a member of the committee responsible for the planning and organisation of Burnham Schools very successful 125th Reunion.


Burnham School is unique and has a very special character. I am passionate about being part of a team who will continue to grow our school.  Being a voice for our students, families, wider community and staff is important to me.  I consider myself to be a forward thinker and life long learner who is keen to give back, and be a part of a team who will move our school forward

Thank you, and best wishes to all nominees who have offered their time and commitment to Burnham School. 

“In unity we have strength in our school”            Ma te kotangitanga e whai ai tatou I to kura


Andrew Fleck:

I was originally reluctant to make a statement because I am a firm believer in the saying “Actions speak louder than words”.  So to that end, I will keep my statement short.  I believe that the needs of the children should always be put first regardless of how difficult the task seems.  I also believe in an honest and direct approach rather than trying to be politically correct all the time.

If I am elected to the Board, I will try my hardest to live to the principles of honesty, integrity and always putting the needs of our children first. 


Jackie Freeman:

I am married to Steve with three daughters – Laura who is currently a Year 3 at Burnham School and Jackie and Emily who will start Burnham in 2012.  I am a teacher and have been teaching for 16 years  in schools in both Dunedin and Christchurch.  In my teaching career I have worked as a classroom teacher, an ORRS teacher for children with disabilities and am currently working with students with severe behaviour issues.   I have been involved in Netball, Tennis, Fertility NZ and a variety of other committees in the Selwyn area.  Currently I am the consumer representative on the Ethics Committee for Assistive Reproductive Therapy for the Ministry of Health.

Burnham School has impressed me with the friendliness of its students and its community atmosphere.  I believe that parent support is an important part of the school community and becoming a member of the Board is one way that I can contribute to the wider school community.    I have had previous experience on a Board so bring prior knowledge as to how a Board works and its role within the school.  I look forward to being a part of the Burnham School Board of Trustees


Annette Paulsen-Stent:

My name is Annette Paulsen-Stent and I wish to run for the Burnham Board of Trustees 2010 elections.

I’m a busy mother of 4 active children 19, 16, 13 and 9 years.  I have been married to Garry for 21 years.  Garry completed 20 years of service in 2005 and since then has been farming.  I work part-time at Ag Research in Lincoln.

I’ve served on two Boards of Trustees.  Burnham School 2003-2005 and on St Thomas of Canterbury 2007-2009.  On both of these boards I’ve held the Health and Safety portfolio.  With St Thomas’s I was also on the Board sub-committee’s for marketing, property and staffing.

We were posted to Burnham in 1995 and in the 10 years we live in the community I was on a number of committee’s.  I served on the Plunket, Playgroup, Kindy and Day Care committee’s as well as the Burnham School P.T.A.

Burnham School has a lot to offer our children and has changed a lot since our boys were at the school with a new playground, computers in the classrooms and so much more.  Our children are what make our school with their acceptance of change due to their environment and deployments as well as friendliness second to none.  I hope that if I’m elected onto the Board, that we as a Board work hand in hand with the staff, parents and most important our children to make Burnham School everything it can be.


Pauline (Paddy) Whare:

Hi Parents,

A bit about me, I am Pauline Whare or better known as Paddy. I have 2 great children at Burnham school, Jade who is 9 and Te Ao who is 5. I left the Army from Hobsonville Airforce Base in 1998 and returned to NZDF in 2006 as a civilian employee and I currently work at 3 Wksp Company in the Autoparts Store. I am also a Territorial soldier (part time) for the Army as well.


My main interest is softball and reading. When I was approached about the BOT I thought about what I could bring to the team, like every parent I would like the best for children at Burnham school and I would like to be on a team that can achieve this for our children. I have never previously been on a BOT for any school but I guess there is a first time for everything. I don't intend to come to the board thinking I know everything and have the answers as I don't but I do intend to sit and listen to the other members to their thoughts and ideas as well as my own. From the list I have seen of nominated parents, their certainly is some great candidates for the Board and I wish them all the best too.


Leon Whitelaw:

Hi my name is Leon Whitelaw, and I would like to become a member of The Board of Trustees for Burnham school. 

I have two kids in room 5 at Burnham School, Jessica and Kaleb.  My wife Penny has been involved with the school, and has recently joined the PTA.  We moved to Burnham in December 2006, and thoroughly enjoy life here. I am currently involved in coaching an under 8.5 rugby team and I coach tee ball in the summer months.


I am into my 22nd year with the NZDF. During my time in the army, I have been a member of various teams which have been responsible for the forward planning and implementation of new plans and processes.  It was through this process I learnt the reason why we need to always review current processes, and implement improvements as required.  This also taught me the need to set goals, both long and short term to prevent complacency, and to always challenge myself.

I have been impressed with the Burnham School’s forward planning, implementation of valuable teaching programs and upgrade of its facilities.  The team work displayed between the Board of Trustees and School Management/Staff has been a big driving factor in achieving these goals.


If I am elected to the Board of Trustees, I believe I have the skills and experience to help the school continue to move forward. The school has clear goals set for future improvements, which I would like to help them achieve.  I also see a challenge in continually evolving these goals, as the end result will benefit our children, providing a valuable learning environment, which will help to prepare our kids for the future.

I feel I am an honest, reliable and approachable person, who would make a positive impact to the board and the school alike.

Sincerely



Tuesday 27 April 2010

ANZAC day speech

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Room 6 Blog - Burnham School Home
ANZAC DAY SPEECH - BURNHAM SCHOOL STUDENTS

Cadence:
It is our honour on this important occasion to stand before you to represent the Burnham School community. We also would like to acknowledge the passing of Koro Henry, who passed away a year today. This day is all the more important to us as we remember those who gave us the freedom we enjoy today. 

Kris:
Every year on the 25Th of April, Australians and New Zealand join together to remember the men and women who served our countries in the wars. This day is named ANZAC Day. Stupidity and mistakes in wars have resulted in many brave peoples' deaths. 

In New Zealand many people enlisted in the military to serve our country. In the Second World War soldiers were sent to Egypt to learn how to fight and shoot. It seems like fun and it should be a peace of cake to put into practice, but boy is that wrong. 


We live so much under the shadow of sudden death, that one sees things very differently to ordinary times. Life is normally complicated, here it is savagely simple. Eat while you can, help all you can, sleep when and where you can, and above all, grin and keep a stiff upper lip. Even a mechanical smile is better than an anxious look. Worrying is not good for the men.


Cadence:
The generals had told them they were going to fight on flat ground and all they had to do was shoot.
When they turned up on the ships at ANZAC Cove, they found steep cliffs and they were shot one by one as they attempted to run for cover.

Months went by, many battles were fought, and lives were lost because of the men being sent to the wrong location. Finally a clever plan was made and an escape happened in the darkness.

Our soldiers went on to defend our allies in many more battles, we remember those who have died during these wars, those who survived and have gone on to share stories of bravery, and those men and women who still serve our country today.

Both:

They shall not grow old,

As we that are left grow old,
Age shall not weary them,
nor the age condemn them,
At the going down of the sun,
and in the morning,
We will remember them. 

On behalf of the Burnham School community, we would like to thank you for our freedom and for keeping us safe.

Monday 26 April 2010

Portfolios - understanding the PAT and asTTle Reports

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As part of our change to e-portfolios for Room 5, 6 and 7, we have included the PAT Maths as well as the asTTle Reading reports in digital format for parents and students to view. These reports take a bit of work to understand and so we've put together a handout to help you.

Click here to download a handout describing how to read the PAT Maths report in PDF format...

Click here to download a handout describing how to read the asTTle Reading report in PDF format...

Monday 19 April 2010

Learning Conferences - Please Book Now

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We have implemented a new online booking system for scheduling our upcoming Learning Conferences. This system will save the office team a massive amount of work and make it really easy for parents/whanau to book in.


Please go to the school web site and click the link 'Learning Conferences' to make your booking. These opened at the end of term 1. You need to put the school code of: CP6CL into the system, then follow the prompts.

School will finish at 2pm on Wednesday 28th April and Thursday 29th April due to parent/teacher interviews starting at 2.15pm. If you cannot pick up your child at that time they will be supervised in Room 9 until 3.00pm. If this is the case, please email us on admin@burnham.school.nz or see Trish in the office.


If you do not have access to a computer please call Trish (t: 347 6851) and she will make a booking over the phone. You need to have this completed by 2pm Monday 26th April when bookings close.

Thursday 1 April 2010

Senior School e-Portfolios

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I'm excited to announce that the senior teaching team - led by Linda Sweeny, Kelly Sheppard and Gemma Odering - have decided to embark on the implementation of e-Portfolios for every student in the senior team. This is a development from the digital portfolios which were trialed in Room 6 (our Year 7 and 8 students) during 2009. 


These e-Portfolios are a combination of the following online tools:

  1. A Blog for sharing of a wide range of examples and achievements from each child's learning. Feedback can be gained from other students, teachers, whanau or others who contribute to the learning journey of each student. In time, the sharing of learning will be seamless between home and school. This part of the portfolio is public, however it can be made private if the family wish.
  2. Burnham School 'Ako' account for sharing assessment information. 'Ako' is the Maori word which means 'to learn'. This part of the e-Portfolio is secure and private and requires a log in which we will share with you. This is a Burnham School Google account for each student which is managed through the school. Click this link to visit the school web page for student Ako accounts.

Click here for the letter which went home to all families of senior students informing them of this change...