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Newsletter Week 3, Term 4
St Michael's Catholic School, Wednesday 30 October
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Tēnā koutou kātoa e te whānau,
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It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved kaumatua, Matua Chris Hepi. We will be saying farewell to him tomorrow, with a Requiem Mass at St Michael's Church at 11:30 a.m., which our senior classes will attend. We warmly welcome parents and whānau to join us as we honour and remember Matua Chris, a treasured member of our community who gave so much of himself to our school.
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Thank you to the families who have already completed the Whānau Survey! For those who haven’t had a chance yet, there’s still time to enter the draw for a $100 grocery voucher. Please follow the link to share your voice and help us continue to grow and improve. Whanau Survey
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A reminder that we have a Teacher Only Day on Friday, 15 November. This day is dedicated to professional development as our staff explore the updates in the newly refreshed NZ Curriculum. With significant changes ahead, this time will ensure that we begin the new year well-prepared.
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On Friday, 1 November, we are proud to support Gumboot Friday. Funds raised will go towards providing immediate, free counseling to young Kiwis in need. Thank you in advance for supporting this important cause!
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This week we also welcomed Lauren and Harold from the Life Ed programme. Lauren has enjoyed working alongside our teachers and students, and we’re sure you’ve heard all about Harold’s visit!
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As always, Term 4 is filled with activity, and time flies by quickly! Please check the School App and Seesaw regularly to stay informed about the exciting events and activities in the weeks ahead.
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Have a wonderful week whanau.
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Ma te Atua koe e manaaki,
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Te tumuaki o te kura Hato Mikaere
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Special Character
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St Michael's Church Holy Mass Timetable
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St Mary's Church Holy Mass Timetable
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Community Masses -All Welcome
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Miha Maori - First Saturday of the month, 5pm Vigil Mass at St Michael’s.
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Tokelauan Community - Third Saturday of the month, 5pm Vigil Mass at St Michael’s.
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Filipino Community - Third Friday of the month, 6pm at St Michael’s.
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St Mary's Parish Roof Fundraisers
(1) DONATIONS FOR ST MARY’S ROOF
St. Mary’s Church - Bank Acct Number: 02-0342-0050016-026
If you have a Planned Giving Number please use this as your code.
If you do not have a code please come to the parish office to receive one.
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This is a requirement for IRD. Thank you
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(2) FUND RAISER FOR ST MARY’S CHURCH ROOF - HOUSIE 1PM - 4PM
Timetable
9th November - St Michael’s Crypt
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(3) RAISE THE ROOF GARAGE SALE: will be held 4pm -7pm Friday
November 15th & 7am - 12pm Saturday November 16th at St Michael’s Crypt to raise
funds for St Mary’s Church Roof. If you have clean, quality items which need a new home and could help raise money for St Mary’s Roof, please donate at either Church.
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(4) ST MARY'S ROSES: Would you love a beautiful St Mary's Rose Bush. We are
now taking orders for purchase. The are $40 each. Please contact the Church Office or
Rosemary (ph: 021 660 854 or email: bronug@gmail.com to order. You can pay by
cash, eftpos or through the Church using your name and ROSE as a reference. All profit
is going towards the roof!
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(5) CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY: A Parish-wide Christmas Market Day will be held
after the 10am Mass on Sunday December 1. Parishioners are asked to contribute items
of produce, baking, sweets, preserves, plants and hand-crafted items only, with the price
clearly marked. All proceeds will go to the roofing fund.
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School Resources
We kindly request your help in locating and returning any school journals, library books, or sports uniforms that might still be at home.
Please have your child bring these items back to school and hand them to their respective teachers.
Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring our school resources are accounted for. We appreciate your support in providing an excellent educational experience for all our students.
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Health & Safety
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This term is a summer term! Take some time to dig out that school hat! The classroom teachers will supply sunblock for the children, please ensure that if your child is allergic to the sunblock we use, to let the classroom teacher know.
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Spotlight on Learning
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Our year 6 children have had a very exciting Fridays participating in the Hinemoa Water Safety Programme. They have been to Lake Okareka with the Ohau Channel and the beach to follow. The purpose of the programme is to teach the children water safety on our lakes, rivers and moana, and to tell Te Arawa stories around Wai. The year 6 children have been enjoying this programme.
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Upcoming events for Term 4:
- Friday 1 November - All Saints Day
- Thursday 7 November - CBOP Orienteering / The Ark 10/ Galilee 4 Class Mass
- Friday 15 November - Teachers Only day ( No school)
- Thursday 21 November - Galilee 1 / The Ark 10 Class Mass
- Friday 22 November - JPC Orientation Day (Y6)
- Friday 29 November - Fun Athletics
- Tuesday 3 December - Board Meeting
- Wednesday 4 December - Central Athletics
- Thursday 5 December - The Ark 8 / Galilee 4 Class Mass
- Tuesday 10 December -Year 6 Big Day In @ St Mary's
- Wednesday 11 December - Year 6 Retreat
- Thursday 12 December - Final School Mass 6pm
- Monday 16 December- Blue Lake Picnic
- Prizegiving/Term 4 Ends Tuesday 17th December
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Sports News
Player Of The day
Cheetahs: Lacey Chu-Youde
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Many thanks to those families who have returned their sports uniforms, it has been most appreciated. There are still a few who have not returned their uniforms, parents please have a good look at home and return these as soon as possible. For any outstanding uniforms that have not been returned, families will be invoiced the cost to replace these.
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Student Shines Beyond the Classroom
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Congratulations to Pamodya for taking out the Aoteatea Top Model Mini Princess 2024! 🌟 Well done, Pamodya – you look absolutely stunning!
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Board of Trustees
Next board meeting Date: Monday 4th November , at 6pm. At each BOT meeting - twice a term - policies are reviewed. If you would like to communicate with the BOT, you are welcome to email our independent e-mail address; botstmichaels@gmail.com, or alternatively, send letters to the school in an envelope marked "Board of Trustees."
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You are also welcome to attend any meeting, however, if you would like to have speaking rights, you need to request this from the chair using the email address. This email address can be accessed by Joseph Assen (Chair)
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St Michael's School Board of Trustees
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Joseph Assen(Chair/ Proprietors Rep), Rachael McLanachan (Principal) Nick Horton, Angela Smith-Bigwood, Shalya O'Neill (Staff Rep)
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We are seeking additional parent representatives to join our School Board! If you’re interested in making a difference in our school community, please feel free to reach out and chat with Rachael.
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To access SchoolDocs, please visit
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schooldoc.co.nz and use the following login details:
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Username: stmichaelsrotorua
Password: community
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Juicies on Friday
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During Term 4 the children will be able to purchase a nice cold juicie for $2.
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All orders will be taken in the classroom at 9am. This will take over the sausage sizzle.
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Pita Pit Lunches available every Wednesday @ School
Cut off time for ordering is 8:45 am on Wednesday
It’s simple; all you need to do is register at www.lunchonline.co.nz
and follow 4 easy steps to get started
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1. Register an account
2. Add member/s including your name and delivery location
3. Make a payment to have funds in your account before you order
4. Select your lunch and place an order
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PTA News
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Date has been moved to the 15/11/24. Please mark your calendars as tickets will be going on sale soon.
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Salami & Cheese Fundraiser:
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Bread on Wednesday
Friendly Reminder: Bread Distribution
To ensure fairness and benefit all members of our St. Michael’s community, we kindly ask that bread distribution be limited to two loaves per family. Please collect your bread from outside the office. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!
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Community News
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Beginners After school Art Classes with Janet Keen enrolling NOW for Term 4 and Term 1 2025
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Drawing, Painting, Mosaics.
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Tuesdays 3.30pm to 4.30pm
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Wednesdays and Thursdays 3.30pm to 4.30 pm 4.35 pm to 5.35 pm
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Small classes, friendly, safe, quiet, organic environment.
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374 Clayton Road, Rotorua.
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