Principal’s Message
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Kia ora everyone
What a wonderful commemoration of ANZAC day last Friday at our
special assembly. Our appreciation to all involved, and special thanks
to John Ross (Swanson RSA representative), Jack Harris (war
veteran), Trena Lile for the loan of a “5000 poppies” wall hanging (do
have a look in the hall as this is only on loan until this Friday), R27
and Mrs Mann, as well as Ethan, Maddison and Hayden (with the
support of family) for representing our school with pride at the
Swanson RSA ceremony on ANZAC day. Lest we forget.
A huge thank you to the staff, parents and friends of the school, New
Lynn and Waitakere Rotary Groups who worked with us on the
Community Garden project. You gave up your time so generously
and so much was achieved, despite the torrential rain. The garden
beds are looking fantastic and we can’t wait for the next stage in their
development.
Debbie Waikato
PRINCIPAL
Lincoln Heights Playgroup is now open for children
3 months to 4 years.
Playgroup is open Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Thursday from 9am-midday.
Enrolments are being taken for 2015 - You are also
welcome to just pop in and meet Louise our
coordinator. Feel free to contact the office for more
information.
PTA CORNER
We’re always looking for more parents to join our PTA. We
encourage you to come along and join us every second Monday
of each month at 6.30pm in the staffroom.
Thank you to the many parents and staff who helped Rotary Club
with the gardening bee on April 18 th. We couldn’t have done it
without you!
Upcoming dates:
Friday 22nd May – Quiz night in the hall, 7pm start. $10 per
person, max of 10 people per table. Comedian Sam Smith is
quizmaster. We need 1-2 people to help on the night marking,
please email us if you can help. Tickets on sale from Monday 4
May from the office.
If you would like to know more about what we do and how you
can help, email Hayley [email protected]
Next meeting: Monday 11th May, 6.30pm in the hall.
SCHOOL PHOTOS – date change
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PhotoLife will be at our school on WEDNESDAY 20
May for school/class photos. Please note, this is a
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change from 6 May.
Photo orders/payments to the office no later than
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Tuesday 19 May please.
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ROAD SAFETY WEEK 4th to 8th MAY
Monday – Wheels Day – Student’s can bring their wheels (bikes,
scooters, skateboards) to school. Those who don’t have one can bring
toy wheels to play with.
Tuesday – Bright Day – Student’s come to school in mufti and
bring a gold coin donation. This will help to create awareness and being
visible on/near the roads.
Wednesday – Walk to School – Student’s can walk to school or
even get dropped off further away from school to walk the remaining
distance.
Thursday – Giant Walk – Student’s from the Nikau team walk to
the nearby park to clean up, and then return to school to plant a seedling
each to nurture and study later as a topic.
Friday – Fancy Feet Day – Student’s decorate their footwear
and come to school. Prizes will be up for grabs.
AUCKLAND REGIONAL DENTAL SERVICE
Our services are provided FR EE to all pre-school, primary
and intermediate school children.
Westgate Childrens Community Dental Clinic
Access to clinic: Level 1 Westgate Chambers Westgate
(above the ANZ bank)
Phone 832 2116
Appointments are available Monday to Friday 8am to
3.30pm throughout the year INCLUDING school holidays.
CLEAN HEALTHY TEETH MAKE A HAPPY SMILE
A reminder that no parents should be parking in the
front or back carpark unless they have a disability
sticker. Please do not drive in to drop your
children off - this creates a hazard.
Thank you for keeping our children safe.
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE &
HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
CYFS approved quality before and after school care onsite at
Lincoln Heights School. We are open Mon - Fri from 7.00am 8.30am (or earlier by arrangement) and 3pm - 6pm. Healthy
afternoon tea, fun activities, games, and weekly craft themes.
Supervised homework session Monday to Thursday. Contact
Manel on 416 4747/022 654 5248 or email her at
[email protected].
TEACHER ONLY DAY – ADV AN CE N OT ICE
YOUR Board of Trustees:
Wendy Chambers (Chair)
Julie Dent (Deputy Chair)
Jeanette Murphy-Stewart
Sarah Preston
Tele Tiapapa Soo
Tania Irwin (Staff Representative)
The Board meets on the last
Wednesday of each month.
Week 2, Term 2
Week 3
Wednesday 29th
Friday 1st
Monday 4th May
Tuesday 5th May
Wednesday 6th May
Thursday 7th May
Friday 8th May
Week 4
13-15 May
A Staff Only Day is coming up soon. Date yet to be
confirmed.
More information to come soon.
YOUR COMMUNITY HUB – WHAT’S COMING UP
Here are just some of the things happening at the Hub:
Eyebrow threading – Monday mornings 9.30am-11am. $2.00 upwards.
Appointment needed by emailing Melissa at
[email protected]
Hairdressing – Womens’ cuts Fridays 9am-12pm. $25
cut/blowdry/straighten. Appointment needed, email the hub.
Budgeting sessions fortnightly Wednesdays starting 29th April. No
appointment necessary. Watch for the newsletter coming out soon.
Board of Trustees meeting, 7pm, staffroom
Community Hub guiding group meeting 12:30pm (all welcome)
ROAD SAFETY WEEK – bring your scooter, skateboard, bike or your toy wheels
Mufti Day, gold coin donation
Year 5/6 NorWest Soccer at Huapai
Walk to School Day as part of Road Safety Week
Literacy parents’ meeting 5:30pm (Y5-8) followed by Whanau Hui 6:15pm
Rms 11, 15, 16, 17 walk to local park and plant seedlings at school
Samoan Parents Network meeting in staffroom, 6.30pm
Fancy Feet Day – Students decorate their footwear and walk to school. Prizes up for
grabs.
Whole school assembly, 2pm. All welcome
Champions in the hall at lunchtime. All children welcome. Free lunch.
The Education Review Office (ERO) will be visiting
TERM TWO: MONDAY 20th APRIL – FRIDAY 3rd JULY