Thursday 12 May
* Newsletter updated @ 1pm
* Seniors Tech @ Maramarua

Friday 13 May
* Mufti Day to support Fiji's recovery. Gold Coin Donation. See video in this newsletter

Monday 16 May
*Tread Lightly Caravan on site

Tuesday 17 May
*Champion of Champions Orienteering
* No School Assembly this week.

Wednesday 18 May
*ICAS Digital Technology Exam

Thursday 19 May
* Newsletter updated @ 1pm

TERM DATES : REMINDER THAT THE SCHOOL IS CLOSED ON 7 JUNE 216. ( Extended Queen's Birthday Weekend).  
The School will therefore close a day later at the end of the year.
If you require supervision on that day, KAS will run a service in the school hall.  Pop into the hall for a booking form or contact KAS :

http://www.kidsafterschool.co.nz/   

admin@kidsafterschool.co.nz

Office and General Enquiries

09 236 4078
027 443 5207    

Remember to place your order by 7pm tonight (Thurs 12 May) - for delivery tomorrow.

Order online :  http://www.grazefood.co.nz/

The tread lightly caravan will be on site next week.  The cost of these sessions is $5 per child and this was included in the fees at the beginning of the year.  Payment by 16 May would be appreciated by any families who have not done so already.
If you would like more information about it : visit this website    http://tread-lightly.org/home

We have had very few offers of parent help for this. Parents may be able to make the time to just help with their child's class or maybe even be able to offer more time-please see the roster below.
If you are able to help please contact Joh Twomey: jtwomey@bombay.school.nz

Bombay School are working hard to have rubbish free lunch boxes and children can lead their parents on this learning path. Lets see if we can all get on board!
Our plastic house is nearly ready to use and is going to be a wonderful asset to our gardening team.  
Remember worm tea is still for sale at $2.00 a 2 litre bottle or 3 for $5.00.  We can arrange for this to be left at the front of the school for you to pick up.

A notice was sent home last week in regards to the Junior School trip detailed below. Thank you to those families who have returned their slip with payment. We need more parent helpers for this trip, please let your child's teacher know if you are able to help. Thank you.

How to help your child with Reading and Writing Workshop.
Monday 23 May from 7pm to 8pm, in Room 4.
Creche available. All  welcome.

Orders close tomorrow Friday 13 May.

Banking day is Wednesday. The winner of the trophy this week is: Rory.
If you would like to open an account for your child, you can collect forms from the school office.

School finishes at 2.50pm, please wait outside of the class for your child to be released. If you need to talk to the Teacher please wait until after this time. Thank you.

All eligible voters should have received nomination forms for the Board of Trustees elections. Nomination forms are also available from the school office.  We have received one nomination to date.  
Nominations close at noon on Friday 20 May 2016.
Being a school trustee is an important role that needs people with a range of skills and experiences, who will make a positive difference to our children's learning. Make a difference and nominate yourself or someone you know by filling out a nomination form.
If you would like further information please do not hesitate to contact our Principal Paul Petersen or visit:
www.trustee-election.co.nz

Bombay school student Jane has been selected to sing on Jamie McDell's new song that is to raise money in support of the plight of the Maui Dolphin.  Well done Jane, we look forward to hearing the song. What a wonderful cause.

On Monday a Bombay School ex pupil, Anthony flew out to Switzerland to take part in the Regatta of Death. He is a member of the Rowing New Zealand coxless 4 which is making a final attempt to qualify the boat for the Olympics. Only the winning crew goes through so we wish him all the best. We know how hard he has trained and acknowledge what a wonderful role model he is for our current pupils.​

Tuesday 17 May                        Champion of Champions Orienteering
Thursday 26 May                       Franklin Soccer Yr6 & below
Wednesday 8 June                    Franklin Tackle Rugby
Wednesday 6 July                     Franklin Gymnastics

1 very cute male Black & White Kitten. Please ph Carol 236 0374.

Hutch suitable for one rabbit wanted. Happy to pay for it. Please Ph Michelle 027 407 2550

A fun safe learning environment for young children 0-5 yrs. General sessions (0-5 yrs) Mon/Wed/Fri 9 am- 12 pm. Under 1's free. Bumble Bee sessions (drop off for 3 yr+) Tues/Thurs 9 am - 12 pm. We offer 3 free visits so feel free to come along and see what we are all about. Ph 09 236 0741

KRMA Martial Arts at Bombay School Hall.Mon & Wed Ph Richard 09 292 5851.

Our next netball meeting is on  Tuesday 14th June from 7.30pm, in the Bombay School staffroom. All welcome.