Bombay School Newsletter

30 November 2023 #34

~ Our Best Always ~ Ake Runga ~

2024 term calendar Concerns/ Compliments Uniform Shop Hours Information Booklet for New Families Chromebooks for 2023

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2024 Staffing

Board of Trustees Corner
The board wishes all families and friends of the school a wonderful festive season. Stay safe and make the most of the downtime with your whanau. Thank you for your support in 2023.

Home and School News

Thursday 7 December is to be ‘Staff Appreciation Day’ at Bombay School and the H&S committee will be hosting a special lunch to say ‘thank you’ to all the fantastic staff throughout the school who work so hard to support all families of Bombay School, and inspire, motivate, and encourage our children everyday !

If you would like to help out with this event (either contributing food, or your time, as we are seeking parents to help cover the lunchtime playground supervision duty) - then please contact either Kirsty (kirstymcv@gmail.com) or Dijana (dijana@xtra.co.nz)

2024 New Enrolments

Here are a few useful links for parents who are enrolling 5 year old children for 2024.

Getting Ready For School - For 5 Year Olds Guidelines for parents of 5 year olds

How to enrol

Principal's Message

Kia ora koutou e te whānau

Introducing Micaela Thorn

We are thrilled to introduce the newest addition to the Kotuitui team, Micaela Thorn! Micaela is a proud graduate of the University of Auckland, holding a Bachelor of Education in primary teaching, and her wealth of experience is truly impressive.

Having made a positive impact at Papakura Normal, Cosgrove, and Kelvin Road, Micaela brings a diverse set of skills to our school community. Notably, she has served as a dedicated swimming instructor and has demonstrated her ability to lead choirs and school-wide singing initiatives. These talents are sure to enrich our school culture and provide exciting opportunities for our students.

Micaela is more than just a teacher; she is a passionate and dynamic educator with an outstanding track record. Her impeccable references and endorsements speak volumes about her commitment to creating a calm and positive classroom environment. Micaela has a remarkable ability to foster excellent relationships with students and their whanau, showcasing her dedication to creating a supportive learning atmosphere.

Creativity is a hallmark of Micaela's teaching practice, and her colleagues appreciate her collegial and approachable nature. She is not only a mathematics enthusiast but also served on the maths curriculum team at her previous school, highlighting her commitment to academic excellence. As a true team player, Micaela is known for her inclusivity, ensuring that everyone feels valued and involved.

We feel fortunate to welcome Micaela Thorn to our school community, and we look forward to the positive impact she will undoubtedly have on both students and staff alike. Her enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication make her a valuable asset to the Kotuitui team, and we are excited to embark on this educational journey together.

Key info for the last two weeks

Mini gala 1 December Not a mufti day.	Kotare & Tuhono Athletics Year 0-4 Wednesday 6 December - 9am School Field
Junior prize giving is 12/12 In the hall. 9am start	Year 8 Dinner 4 December School Hall Invitees only, please.
Senior prize giving is 12/12 In the hall 11.30pm start	Meet the teacher afternoon for students only - 11 Dec

World famous Mini-Gala

Dear Bombay Parents,

We hope this message finds you well and full of anticipation for our upcoming Mini Gala at Bombay School! We are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated event, a day of tasty treats, refreshing drinks, and engaging activities that promise an unforgettable experience for our school community.

Date and Time: 1st December 10.45 am - 2.00 pm

Location:Bombay school

Kotare & Tuhono Athletics Day Yrs 0-4

Wednesday 6 December

School field starting at 9am with running races followed by field events. This will run until lunchtime. Children come to school in house colour t-shirts.

End of Year Prizegiving Tuesday 12 Dec

Kotare and Tuhono end of year prize giving. Starts at 9am in the hall.

Kotuitui and Kakahu end of year prize giving. Starts at 11:30am in the hall.

Extra Pudding Awards

Ka pai Israel. You receive the extra pudding award for making great strides in your writing. You wrote a story and could confidently read it to me. Well done.

Bombay School Uniform

The Uniform Room is usually open on Monday evenings during term time from 5:15-6:15pm.

Mondays that the Uniform Room is to be closed are advertised in the school newsletter.

At the Uniform Room, students can try on uniform and orders can be placed and paid for by eftpos, credit card, cash or internet banking.

Ordering and Payment

If you know what items you require and the sizes, then ordering can be done online. Order forms are available for download on the school website – once filled out, please email to the school office and submit your payment. Payment can be made via internet banking or via the school office. Alternatively hand your order in to the school office.

New Entrant Uniform

In the absence of a face-to-face consultation with caregivers of new entrants who are buying school uniform for the first time, there is a New Entrant Uniform guide on the school website. It outlines how to select a size, which garments and how many.

Recycled Uniform

Please note that we are no longer doing second hand uniform. This is now being offered by Home and School on Facebook.

Uniform for 2024

Before Term 1 2024, the Uniform Room will be open –8-9am Thursday 18 January for uniform try-ons and orders.

Online orders can be made to the school office by midday on this day. Any u
uniform orders placed after this date may not be ready before school starts on Tuesday 30 January 2024.

The Uniform Room will be open again –8-9am Friday 26 January for uniform pick-ups

Please also note that new uniform orders placed once Term 1 is underway may not be fulfilled as quickly as usual due to public holidays and other market demands while schools are starting back. Where possible please order at the end of this year or by 18 January 2024.

Orders can also be placed up to the last day of school in 2023.

Lost Uniform

A size10 school polar fleece jumper has been lost. It is clearly named with Kobi or Khan on label. If found please return to the office. Thank you.

Congratulations Rocqui-Lee

Rocqui-Lee is returning from Melbourne an International Champion -
with her two teams Bombshells lvl1 and Diamonds lvl2
They have worked super hard this season and we are very proud these NZ athletes have scored so high in the second biggest cheer event in the world.
Results for NZ
BOMBSHELLS - 98.7
Overall Grand Champion out of 599 teams across all levels, ages & divisions! Making them the top team of the entire cheer competition!
Diamonds - 96.10
Without the .5 legality Diamonds would have tied for 1st & would have been .1 away from L2 Grand Champs out of ALL XS, S, L & International gyms. Diamonds were crowned L2 International Grand Champs (highest score between all 3 NZ Teams that participated)

Subway Lunches

Order Subway Here

Subway is available to order for delivery to school every Friday. Order by 10pm Thursday. www.subwayexpress.co.nz

Community Notices

Introducing the White Barn. We are a Bed & Breakfast that also provides fitness classes for locals. Designed to accommodate all ages and abilities, the 45minute classes are a blend of step aerobics, free weight, bodyweight, interval and circuit-based training, with elements of boxing and Pilates based exercises. Our aspiration is simple – to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere where our community are comfortable to move at their own pace and work towards their personal fitness goals.

WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING A 6 WEEK PACKAGE TO PREPARE YOU FOR SUMMER STARTING TUESDAY 7th NOVEMBER AND ENDING THURSDAY 14th DECEMBER

PRICING

One 45 minute session per week, for 6 weeks – $90 (You will also receive 1 free class during the holidays when you sign up for the following term)

Two 45 minute sessions per week, for 6 weeks – $180 (You will also receive 1 free class during the holidays when you sign up for the following term)

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Classes are limited to a maximum of 12 people. If you would like to attend an extra unscheduled class during the week we will do our best to accommodate this. Extra unscheduled classes cost $18 per session. If you cannot attend your scheduled class we will do our best to find a space in an alternative class. No sessions can be carried over to the following term unless there are special circumstances. If you are booked into a class you must complete the screening form that will be provided on the website (Coming soon).

CLASS TIMES AVAILABLE

Tuesdays 9am and 615pm

Wednesdays 9am

Thursdays 9am & 615pm

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE CONTACT LISA ON 0272522596 (WEBSITE COMING SOON)

ADDRESS: 637 PAPARATA ROAD BOMBAY

Seasons for Growth

Seasons For Growth is a grief, loss and change programme for children dealing with challenges in their lives e.g separation, divorce, death or other big family changes. Our next Afterschool Programme starts in Term 2, in May. It will run during the week from 4pm-5pm over 8 weeks of the school term, at St Andrews Church hall in Pukekohe. A Parent Programme also runs at the same time. For enquiries or enrolments please phone/text Marisa Skilton on 021 142 5812, office on 238 7228, or contact me at seasonsfranklin@xtra.co.nz. For more info go towww.pukekohecommunityaction.co.nz/seasons.

Cyber Safety Tips

We think that primary school children should not have phones and access to social media. Children at this age are developmentally not ready for it. Further, emerging studies, are sounding the alarm bells about children having access to social media. Best to avoid it or seriously limit it.

Important Notices