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Newsletter Week 9, Term 3
St Michael's Catholic School, Wednesday 18 September
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PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Tēnā koutou kātoa e te whānau,
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As we approach the end of Term 3, we look forward to enjoying a well-deserved break and the beautiful spring weather! It’s been an incredibly busy and exciting term, filled with amazing opportunities for our students.
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Next week, our senior students are in for a treat as some will attend St Mary's production of Shrek on Tuesday. On Thursday, 26th September, we have two special events: after 9am Mass, our Young Vinnies group will be serving morning tea to our parishioners—we would love to see some of our school whānau join us at Mass. Later, at 11:30am, we will hold our School Bible Reading Competition.
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Friday, 27th September, will be a day full of celebration as we honour our Patron Saint on St Michael’s Day, starting with a school liturgy in the hall. The day will be packed with fun activities for our tamariki.
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It's also Teacher Appreciation Day, where we celebrate our amazing teaching staff. We are truly fortunate to have such wonderful, caring teachers at St Michael’s who strive to always put relationships first.
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School will finish for the break at 2:50pm on Friday, 27th September. We wish everyone a safe and happy holiday!
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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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Grandparents' Day Reflection
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What a beautiful Grandparents' Day we had! It was heartwarming to see so many grandparents come to support their grandchildren. The liturgy and performance were truly beautiful and moving, bringing a few tears to many eyes. We are so lucky that our children have such important people in their lives. Thank you to all the grandparents who joined us and made the day so special.
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School Photos Update
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We have had a few families inquire about the school photos taken recently. Photolife will be emailing you a code to view your child's photos before making a purchase. Please note that these codes typically take 2-4 weeks to be sent out after the photo date. We will notify you via the school app/Seesaw once the codes are sent to ensure you receive them and to help you check that they don’t end up in your email's spam folder.
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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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Lost Property
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We have received a number of lost items of clothing, many of which are unnamed. Please ensure your child’s clothing is clearly labeled so we can easily return any misplaced items to their rightful owners. We also ask that you check your child's clothing to make sure they haven't accidentally brought home someone else’s belongings.
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Health & Safety
Use of the school drive through
It has come to our attention that some individuals are driving into the school grounds from the Lisa Crescent end of the driveway. To ensure the safety of all students, staff, and visitors, please use the authorized entry point via the May Road entrance, located beside the school courts. This will help improve the flow of traffic and enhance safety on the school grounds.
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Please note that the drive-through option is not a designated waiting area. If your child is not yet ready, kindly drive through and re-enter the queue rather than waiting in the driveway. This will help prevent congestion and ensure smooth traffic flow
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Head Lice Alert – What You Need to Know
Head lice can be a common issue in schools, but with a bit of knowledge and quick action, we can help prevent their spread. Here’s what you need to know:
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What are head lice?
Head lice are tiny insects that live on the scalp and feed on blood. They are not harmful but can be very irritating due to itching. Lice do not jump or fly but are spread through close contact or sharing personal items like hats or brushes.
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How to check for head lice:
Regularly check your child’s hair, especially behind the ears and at the nape of the neck, for tiny eggs (nits) or lice. The nits are small, oval, and stick to the hair shaft, while lice are tiny and move quickly. Look for scratching or discomfort as a sign.
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Treatment options:
If you find lice, don’t worry! There are many effective treatment options available. Over-the-counter treatments or medicated shampoos are commonly used. Be sure to follow the instructions carefully and repeat the treatment after 7-10 days to ensure all eggs are removed.
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Preventing the spread:
To reduce the risk of spreading lice, remind children not to share personal items like combs, hats, or hair accessories. If your child has lice, please inform the school so we can notify other families to check their children too (while maintaining privacy, of course).
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By working together, we can help keep head lice under control and ensure a healthy, happy environment for all our students!
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Spotlight on Learning
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Congratulations to our Year 5/6 STEM team who came third in the Faith based Kahui Ako STEM day at St Mary’s today. We are all so proud of you.
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Pictured above: Esmee Brooks, Scott Pheasant, Jerome Assen, Kyra Garmonsway
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Pictured above: Kapahaka Leadership Certificates ( Luckyna Sang, Jaylah-Lee Ropata-Taipeti, Tamia Petersen, Hunter Hughes, and Jerome Assen
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Badge Recipients: Boston Wickcliffe & Kane Redstone
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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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Upcoming events for Term 3:
- Wednesday 18th September- SPCA Cupcake Day
- Thursday 26 September- Bible Reading Competition
- Friday 27 September - St Michael's Feast Day
- Friday 27 September - Teacher Appreciation Day
- Friday 27 September - Last day of Term 3
- Term 4 Begins Monday 14th October
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Sports News
Grade 8 Puma’s competed in the Waibop Craigs Investment Partners Rotorua Junior Football Festival on Saturday, 15 September 2024. We are extremely proud of their determination & development throughout this year.
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Soccer prizegiving will be on the 26/09/24 at 18:00 in the school hall. Hope to see all our teams there on the night to celebrate the amazing season.
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Board of Trustees
Next board meeting Date: Tuesday 29th October , 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, Amiria Savea, Angela Smith-Bigwood, Shalya O'Neill (Staff Rep), Chris Hepi (Proprietors Rep)
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Each term, the whole school community is invited to review and comment on specific policies and procedures. This feedback is captured using the review button on topics that are under review.
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Concerns and Complaints Policy
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Log on to School Docs to have your say.
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SchoolDocs is an online platform that provides access to our school policies, procedures, and guidelines. It serves as a valuable tool for staying informed and ensuring that we are all on the same page.
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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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Sausage Sizzle
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Available on Fridays $2 . Orders taken in class at 9am
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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
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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Rotorua Airport are holding an Aviation Open Day on the first Saturday of the school holidays.
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We’re excited to invite the community to our Aviation Open Day on 5 October 2024 from 10am to 2pm. This free family-friendly event offers a unique chance to explore Rotorua’s aviation industry. You’ll have the opportunity to view aircrafts up close, meet pilots, purchase tickets for scenic flights, and learn more about what our operators do.
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