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Nelson Central School
2 010 Week l y N e ws l ett er
Nga mihi nui ki a koutou katoa te whanau whanui o te Board of Trustees Elections
Kura Tuatahi o Whakatu – greetings to friends and “Strong leaders make strong Schools”
family of Nelson Central School. Our Schools Trustee election date is 7 May 2010.
Geoff Clark & the Board of Trustees We are seeking nominations now and these close noon of
Geoff Clark has been on the Nelson Central School Board April 23, 2010.
of Trustees for two terms (6 years) and has served as Other key dates are:
Board Chair for the past three years. With his second son Voting papers issued by 28 April.
being in Year 6 this year Geoff has decided not to stand for Polls close noon May 7, 2010.
re-election. Results declared May 13, 2010.
Under his leadership the Board has provided careful Boards take office 14 May
governance of the school leaving day-to-day management We invite all parents to support this upcoming election and
of the school to the Principal and staff. During his time as to consider standing
Chairperson Geoff ensured the Board had a clear focus on or putting prospective candidates names forward for
its obligations to the community as well as to government nomination.
legislation. A pamphlet is available from the school office which
His input to the Governance of the school will be missed; outlines more detailed information for prospective trustees
we wish him all the best. including:
• What the role is…
• What skills are needed …
• What commitment is needed …
Otherwise you can contact anyone of the current trustees to
answer any questions.
School trustees have a very important role in making sure
every child achieves their potential at school. This
opportunity only comes up every three years and is a
wonderful way for you to make a real difference to our
children, school, community and at the same time enriches
your own personal development.
Payments to the school
From the beginning of Term 2 the process to pay for the
school donation, sports fees, class trips/camps etc. will
change. Rather than paying the class teacher, all cash and
cheque payments should be put in a drop-box that will be
set-up in the foyer of the main office.
Eftpos payments can still be made at the office counter,
although please note that the credit card facility is not
Mega School Rewards Challenge available. Internet banking is also possible through our
We have a chance to win $5,000 worth of gift vouchers. bank account: 03-0703-0481920-01, using your child’s
All we have to do is collect till receipts and packing slips name as reference. It is also really helpful if you send an
from Mitre 10 Mega dated between April 19th and 31st email to finance@nelsoncentral.school.nz to confirm what is
May. If we can collect the highest number of receipts we being paid. Receipts will be sent home where requested.
will win the first prize – second prize is quite good too - The new process will restrict cash to one secure area and
$2,000 worth of vouchers. will also enable families to make one payment for multiple
In each store there will be a box so you can write children/activities which will be an improvement for many
NELSON CENTRAL SCHOOL on the back of your of you.
receipt and put it in the box. Room 6s trip to Waimarama Organic Gardens.
Last Friday room 6 drove to Waimarama Gardens. When
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the lady that was there said, “Come and sit on a bench”.
After she said that, all of room 6 ran to a bench. When they
were all sitting, she started talking about plants. Then she
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started asking questions. “Why do you think we put plants in tyres?” she said. Nearly all of room 6 put their hand up.
After she asked all the questions, she took us to look at a field of pumpkins, peas and other things. Siobhan’s group
started counting all of the pumpkins. As room 6 were walking past the peas, there was a sign saying “Please do not
pick”. When room 6 began to sit down, she started talking again about plants planted next to special plants to keep the
bugs away. Then room 6 went on another walk to a plant that attracts stink bugs. Isobel got a stink bug on her arm.
After everyone finished looking at them, all of room 6 said to the lady, “Thank you”. Then all of room 6 got into their
groups and the parents drove them back to school. (Mia, Year 4 R6)
Nelson Central Achievers
• Quinn W, Ed R, Jasper W (R11) fantastic writing
• Logan C, Ellie P, Ella D, Luke M, Jazmine S, Charlotte M (R3) for fantastic homework.
• Josh D, Samantha B, Callum M, Harrison O, Ella T, Phoenix M (R8) a top aerobics routine
• Madison S (R5) an amazing story
• Melany M, Josephine R, Frankie M, Mia C, Eva L (R6) for a great report on a class visit to Waimarama Gardens
Congratulations and well done everyone!
Timor L’este Childrens’ Clothes
Thank you very much for the generous donations of childrens clothing. Today the Army picked up boxes that add up to
two cubic metres of clothing destined for the orphans of Timor L’este. I will try and get a photo of some of the
distribution and send it through for inclusion in the news letter.
Warmest regards
Rev. Capt Hamish Kirk
International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) –
formerly Australian Schools Competitions
This year we are again making it possible for children to take part in the ICAS Competitions organized by the
Educational testing Centre at the University of New South Wales. The ICAS competitions are a suite of assessments
developed for primary and secondary students to provide diagnostic information about student abilities in core skills
areas of the curriculum.
Critical thinking, reasoning and problem solving are higher order skills essential for success in school as well as in the
wider community. The material presented in the ICAS Competitions reflects this importance, providing the opportunity
for students to perform a range of tasks using these and other skills. The Competitions cater for a wide range of student
abilities using contexts that stimulate students' interest and engage their attention.
The Competitions assess skills relevant to curriculum outcomes at appropriate levels. Reports provide valuable
diagnostic information that can be used to assess student strengths and weaknesses and to supplement school reports.
Please note: The school will pay for Year 6 students to sit the Science, Mathematics and Computer Skills tests.
Please note the timetable below and ensure entries are handed into the office by the due dates. Please use a form
available from the school office to ensure we don’t lose your entry of money!


Student Council 2010 Choir News
Here is our student council for this year. From left (bottom First of all congratula tions to the Nelson
row first): Central Choir for yet another fabulous
Cheyelle M (R15), Lucy D (R15), Anna D (R15), Christine, performance a t our sc hool gala. You are huge
Kawhia S (R15), Toby B (R7), Eva P (R3), Hannah P (R2) credit to both yourselves and Tanya.
Ella M (R2), Isabella L (R8), Molly M (R8), Thomas Z (R1), Tanya is visi ting family back in Bri tain in the
Sam H (R2), David Z (R7), Lachlan M (R7), Nic C (R1), Jackson
latter part of Term Two.
S (R1), Max S (R8), (Sam F - R5 absent)
At the beginning of the Term she will be
working with gui ta r and percussion groups from
Tota ra and Kahika tea.
There will be no choir in Term 2 but i t will
reform Term Three with the focus being
prepara tion for the Suzanne Prentice concert
in September.

Missing
MONEY APRON: We have one missing. If
anyone has it at home, would they please
return to the school office asap.
Many thanks
Kaye Mount
 Junior
Subject EAA Closing Test Date Hockey
Date
Programme

Science Wednesday 12 Wednesday 9 June

May 2010 2010 Thursday 13th May - Thursday 19th August 2010
Saxtons Hockey Field
Writing Tuesday 25 May Tuesday 22 June
2010 2010 4.30pm - 5.15pm - 4,5,6,7,8 year olds & first time
primary players
Spelling Tuesday 25 May Tuesday 22 June
2010 2010 5.15pm - 6.00pm - 9,10,11 year olds and first time
Intermediate players. Sticks will be provided.
Mathematics Tuesday 20 July Tuesday 17 August
Come along and 'have a go'. $30 fee which includes
2010 2010 a new hockey stick and ball for 1st time hockey
English Friday 1 July Tuesday 3 August players. More information will be handed out to the
children on the first night.
2010 2010
Cherie Stringer
Tuesday 27 April Wednesday 25 Executive Officer
Computer Skills
2010 May 2010 Telephone (03) 547 9988
Email: nelsonhockey@xtra.co.nz
Web: www.nelsonhockey.org.nz
Upcoming events
1 Apr End of Term NELSON REGION SCHOOLS
Term 2 starts Monday 19 April CROSS COUNTRY LEAGUE 2010
27 Apr Primary School boys and girls - 1km
Prospective families/students meeting
3-7 May R2 Camp to Marahau Intermediate (Yr.7/8) boys and girls - 2km
Term 2 finishes Friday 2 July College boys and girls - 3km
Race 1 : Saturday 1st May, Saxton Field (circus
School will close on Thursday 1 April for Easter and the
oval)
school holidays. We will re-open on Monday 19 April at
Race 2 : Saturday 8th May, Branford Park
8:55 am.
Race 3 : Saturday 15th May, Rabbit Island
Dr Paul Potaka Race 4 : Saturday 22nd May, Miyazu Park
PRINCIPAL (cnr.Atawhai and QEII drives, Nelson)
CREATIVE KIDZ - Drama and Movement classes All races start at 3pm.
Registration not required - just turn up on the day. No
for Children 5-10 years. A Professional Curriculum.
entry fee.
Your child will build confidence, communication and No limit on numbers from each school.
drama skills while having lots of fun! Nelson and Trophies awarded for all grades
Richmond classes for Term Two start week of For more details phone Dave on 547 1699 or email
Monday 26 April. To secure your place and for more dixond@clear.net.nz
information contact Hester Phillips, 5466638 or KIDPOWER
021 202 1573
Parent/Child Workshop
st
Saturd ay 1 May, 544 W aimea Road, Nelson
JUST DANCE - Creative Dance and Movement
Ages 4 to 5: 1-2.30pm, Cost: $15 per child, $10
Classes for Children 5- 10 yrs. Children have a
for additional siblings
great time, learn many new skills and become self
Ages: 6 to 7: 1-3.30pm, Cost: $25 per child, $15
assured and expressive dancers. Thursdays, Victory
for additional siblings
Community Centre. $45-$65 per term – sliding
Email:newzealand@kidpower.org
scale. Financial assistance available if required. Call
Website: www.kidpower.org.nz
Hester on 546 6638 / 021 202 1573 to find out
Phone: 543 2669
more or to enrol.

Easter holiday programme 2010

Highlights include high ropes challenges at Whenua-iti, rock climb-
ing, an Easter scavenger hunt, learning to make Mexican food, a visit
from the Makos and hip hop dancing.
For more info or to book please phone (03) 548 3099 ext 717 (after
8:30a m until 6:00pm
hours) or 027 335 6904 or email info@legendkids.co.nz. More info
(or half day until 3:00pm)
and enrolment forms also available at: www.legendkids.co.nz
 NELSON CENTRAL SCHOOL
NETBALL
FUTURE FERNS NETBALL 2010
Nelson Central School participates in the
Future Ferns Netball competition at Saxton
Project Runway Field, Stoke during term 2 & 3. Girls in
Contender? years 4 - 6 are able to play. Year 4 & 5
children will play on Wednesday afternoons
“I made this dress with the first round starting around 3.40pm.
by myself. My They have a 10 minute skill and drill session
Grandma bought followed by a game. The competition will
the material and I start Wednesday 12th May. Year 6 children
sewed the fabric will play on Saturday mornings at 9am.
up. I think it is a Competition will start on Saturday 8th May.
cool dress!” Year 6 play a game only, they do not have
Lucy (Room 9) skills and drills session.
Information received has these years subs at
So do we, Lucy, $40 per player. This covers both terms 2 and
well done. 3.
We will need parents/caregivers to coach
our year 4/5 teams. We are pleased to
advise Gaye Evans has once again offered
her services to the school and will coach our
year 6 team. She will run a practice after
school on Wednesday 3.15pm to 4pm. All
year 6 girls interested please attend.
Registration forms are located on the
sports noticeboard between rooms 2 and
3. Please complete and return with fee by
Thursday 1 st April.

And
also

Whakatu Group RDA

School Holiday Sessions
Pony rides will be available the
1st week of the school holidays
Tuesday to Friday

For times and charges, please contact,

Whakatu Group RDA,

Tantragee road,
Brook Street.
Ph, 5466366
Email: rdanelson@xtra.co.nz
 Gala Treasury Report
As a result of you all helping, sponsoring and spending at our gala, ‘Takings’ on the day were $19,420.
To-date nett profit looks to be around $15,500.
Food took $8,313 on the day with the sushi stall proving extremely popular ($1,521) and cold drinks
taking a record ($1,027) and BBQ ($1,141). Please contact Kaye Ph. 548-2775 or
tonyandkaye@xtra.co.nz if you would like to know how much your stall made as there are too many to
list.
Other product stalls made a nett profit of $4,914 with plants making a whopping $1,578 and books
close behind with $1,249. Remember for next gala, every donated item makes a big difference because
it’s pure profit! (incl. Clothing $423, White Elephant $722, Toys $565, Mrs Harrisons Bottles, $253).
One very enterprising young man in Totara Alley collected $124 selling his sculptures.
Entertainment took $5,160 with the chocolate wheel making $743, Bouncy castles $665, face painting
$321, gift baskets $972, other auction items $650 and Gala Getaway raffle $1,630.
Games Each game charged between 50c and $2, so to make $888 equates to a lot of children playing
games that day with Money Golf bringing in $133 alone. Another enterprising young man sold bubbles
collecting $77.
So far we have gratefully received $364 in donations which will assist in off-setting fixed costs such as
equip. hire and advertising. If anyone would like to help with these costs, it is not too late to do so. The
SCG will keep you informed as to how these funds will be put to good use over the coming months.
Kaye Mount, Treasurer
GALA PHOTOS
Unfortunately we ran out of room to print
Gala Photos, s o look for a full slideshow
on the front page of the website later this SCHOOL HOLIDA Y BASKETBALL COACHING
week. C ome to the library to view it. JACK ROBINS STADIUM
Nelson Bays Squash Association Monday 12 April to Wednesday 14 April
A few of the fico finance Nelson Giants a re available
are running a Squash beginners
during the holidays, so we will be running three coaching
Holiday Programme across the
sessions for Years 3 & 4, Years 5 & 6 and Years 7 & 8. A
Nelson Bays region. We provide
grea t opportuni ty to get those basketball skills back on
the Cool Coaches, Classy Courts,
track before the Miniball and Intermedia te Basketball
and Radical Rackets! You bring the ENERGY! season starts or to just develop ball handling skills.
Times and Venues:
Each session will be for 1 ½ hours on each of the 3
April: 12th, 14th, 16th
days for:
Celtic Squash Club – Hathaway Tce 9.00am – 10.00am
Years 3 & 4 9am – 10.30am Cost: $40.00
Waimea Squash Club – Club Waimea 10.30am –
Each session will be for 2 hours on each of the 3
11.30am
days for:
Motueka Squash – Whitwell’s Carpark 9.00am –
Years 5 & 6 10.30am – 12.30pm
10.00am Years 7 & 8 1pm – 3pm Cost: $45.00
Cost: $20 for three days OR $10 per session
To register for the programme or find out more Saxton Stadium Open Day
information please contact: Sunday 18th April
Greg Walsh – Squash Development 11am – 3pm
Email: sdo@nelsonbayssquash.co.nz Free so give it a go
Office: 03-5489275 Mobile: 027-680-2637
Invite your friends and come along to see the New
Saxton Sport s Holiday Programme Saxton Stadium. There’s heaps to see and so at
12t h to 16t h April Saxton, come along and enjoy the fun
8.30am – 3.30pm
Ages 8-112 years Netball, Volleyball, Basketball, Table Tennis,
Suburbs Football Pavilion, Saxton Field Handball, Futsal
Offering a range of different sporting experiences
Bouncy Castles, Active Movement Centre,
such as:
Way2Go Activities
golf, touch, soccer, basketball, tennis
For more info, ph : 547 5689
www.nelso nsuburbs.co.nz For further information phone 03 538 0072
 WEEKLY SPORTS RESULTS Nelson Public Libraries School Holiday
Week ended 28th March Activities
Mini Soccer
07—
07—16 April 2010
Central Rovers 4 V Enner Glynn 0.
Player of the day: Brooke P room 12 Simply Stories:
Central Panthers 7 v Saint Paul 0. Weekdays at 10:30am
Player of the day: Ben v D room 11. Wednesday 7 April - Friday 16 April
Central Stars v Nayland. Nayland won Come along for a story or 2 and craft of the
Central Strikers 9 v Nayland 0. day.
Volleyball Creative Art Classes with Jeana Packer:
Central Servers 75 v HSS Go girls 31. Jeana is an Art Teacher at Broadgreen
Rippa Rugby Intermediate
Central 20 v Henley Chiefs 17. and also teaches privately.
Workshop for 6-8 year olds
Hardball Cricket
Thursday 15th April 11–12:15pm
Central 100 v Ranzau 64.
Central/St Josephs 49 v Nayland 87. Cost: $3 per person
Workshop for 9-12 year olds
Softball Thursday 15th April 1–2:30pm
Central/Hampden St Bombers v Enner Glynn win
Cost: $3 per person
Sports Uniforms Places for the Art Classes are limited.
Please return all sports uniforms to the office by the Bookings and payment to be made
end of term. in advance at the Children’s Library.
Sports Fees
See you at your Library these holidays!
Please pay all term 1 sports fees, miniball fees,
netball fees and return permission slips by Thursday Celtic Squash Club will have a Junior Coaching
1st April. Many thanks, Sheryll Clinic in terms 2 & 3. Limited numbers. For further
information please contact Shorty Dow 5467134 or
“Do you want to play football?” shorty.marcia@xtra.co.nz
Nelson United Junior football club has a few spaces S Q U A S H, the #1
available for players in most grades, in particular we Healthiest Sport in the World
have positions for 2 or 3 players aged 7/8 years.
Please call Sali (539-4160) to check whether we have
a position for your child.
Bookings are now open for
Nelson City Soccer Pre-School & School Age
Holiday Intensive Lessons.
The season starts on 24
Great for a booster or a
April but it is not too
late to register. Would starter
you like to play in a girls 12 – 16th April 2010
th

teams and play in a Stroke Clinics

girl’s only grade? We
have a couple of places left in each team.
Jewels - Junior Girls Grade aged 8-10yrs
Monarchs - Intermediate Girls Grade aged 10-12
years
If you would like to register or would like more
information please contact
Sonia Malpas ph 545 0494 team.malpa@xtra.co.nz
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Delightfully mad children's theatre at Fairfield
House!
Monday 12th and Tuesday 13th April
Shows at 11am and 2pm both days
$10
Book at bodyinspace@gmail.com or on 548 3640
www.bodyinspace.co.nz
Work intensely on one
stroke for an hour.
Suitable for Bronze/Silver/Gold/Transition
6th - 9th April 10am - 11am
ONLY $15 PER CLINIC
DIVE ON IN OR PHONE 5439755
JUNIOR ART CLASSES
INDULGE AND EXTEND YOUR CHILDS ARTISTIC
CREATIVITY! WITH TUTOR – LARISSE HALL
MONDAYS 5 - 7 yr olds, 3.30 – 4.30pm
TUESDAYS 8 –10yr olds, 3.30 – 4.30pm
$10 PER SESSION OR 11 SESSIONS FOR $100
LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE
‘ART @ 203’ (203 TRAFALGAR ST, NELSON) 03 548
3961 OR CONTACT LARISSE 027 358 2006
or 03 547 4929