One more sleep ... :)

STARTS TOMORROW (Thursday 24 October)
and goes to 5 December.
Our end of year picnic will be Thursday 12 December

CLASS LOCATIONS AND MAP

Please use the button below to see our map, and all the class locations. Please note that the locations MAY have to change part way through the term. We'll try and manage this as best as we can, and details will be in our newsletter.

CLICK HERE for CLASS LOCATIONS & MAP

The Don Buck Room behind the coffee shop is available to use from 11am to 12:30pm. This has been set up as a space for families to retreat to at our busiest time of the day. There will be tables, chairs and beanbags in there, so feel free to go on in and use it. It's okay to eat lunch in there (please pick up rubbish though). This option may change during the term, depending on whether or not we get booted out of the library room! :)

The first day of a new term is usually a little crazy as we all meet up again and find our way around. Week 2 is calmer!

PLEASE BE AWARE OF CLASSES IN FOYER AREAS
(that means moving away from classes to talk)
THANKS!

We have 14 new families joining us this term, so if you see anyone looking lost, please help them out :)

And a request from the YMCA - please remind your children that the Massey Leisure Centre is a shared public space. It is SO tempting to run inside - but please can you ask your children to WALK. There are elderly people who use the space also and who need to feel safe. Thanks :)

We need some old magazines to use in Visual Art - if you have any (suitable) please bring them in... thanks!

Please remember that if your child has any special needs, or is struggling with being in a class for any reason, we need to know. Being aware of any issues helps us to help your child.
Call me (Rae) on 0272209949 to discuss, and I can liaise with the tutors, or email me at: thehomeschoolgroup@gmail.com

Who tried the delicious Holy Moly sausages on Market Day? Sheryl's own brand, made with 100% free range NZ lamb, beef and chicken - fresh garlic, ginger, coriander & homemade spices. Preservative free, gluten free, dairy free, Paleo friendly, Keto friendly. Due to popular demand, Sheryl will have packs available to buy on Thursday 24.10.19. ($13.50 for pack of 8).

A FEW SPACES LEFT IN THE CLASSES BELOW ...

9:00AM TO 10:45AM
MINI GYM -5s
WITH YMCA TEAM
This class is especially for the under 5's group, who would like to have some fun and be included in the gymnastics programme. A real confidence builder.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK:

10:00 AM
GYMNASTICS LEVEL 2
WITH YMCA TEAM
Level 2 - for those with some previous gymnastic experience, who want to participate with focus and personal goal setting.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK.

10:00AM
JAZZ JUNIORS -9
WITH TEGAN SIEVEWRIGHT
Tegan will be teaching a Jazz funk style which is very fun, upbeat and modern. You don’t have to be technical to enjoy this class, just come along, have fun and get funky! In this class we will learn a routine, set goals, improve our flexibility and understand rhythm of the music.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK

10:00 AM
TEENS WHO WRITE 13+
WITH LUCY PERIN
This group for teens who like to write is a space to enjoy word-based challenges and share creative writing ideas. Emphasis is placed on using your personal voice to respond to weekly challenges. Something different each week.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK

11:00 AM
GYMNASTICS LEVEL 1
WITH YMCA TEAM
Level 1 for upwards of 5 years, for those who want gymnastics training.
CLICK HERE TO BOOK

11:00 AM
EPIC VOYAGES 6.5-8 yrs (or younger with adult help)
WITH SARAH ROBINSON
We’ll be doing some activities to help us explore how people, plants and animals travel to New Zealand. Sessions will include finding out about Polynesian navigators, making rafts and rope from natural materials; learning about migrating birds and as a pre-christmas fun session discovering more about the epic journey reindeers make with Santa :) CLICK HERE TO BOOK

12:30PM
ULTIMATE FRISBEE 9+
WITH YMCA TEAM

A new sports option for 9+, playing outdoors on the futsal court when the weather's good. Ultimate Frisbee is an exciting non-contact team sport that combines the best features of soccer and football to create a fun and fast-paced game. CLICK HERE TO BOOK

1:30PM
ANIMATION 8+
WITH BAYLEY HUGHES (from Brain Play)
In this course we'll use popular and new software to create fun and interactive animations! Students will learn how to create characters, and work with programming blocks such as variables, functions, and operators. CLICK HERE TO BOOK

1:30PM
SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGY 9+
With Sandy McGivern-Butler

Room for 2 more ...
We’re going to get together and talk rovers, and rockets and how people poop in space. We’ll talk about why anyone would want to go to Mars, what’s being planned for the Moon, and the challenges in driving a rover on Mars from a building on Earth. We’ll make a model or two, and talk about what you have to do to get off a planet. CLICK HERE TO BOOK

1:30PM
FIT KIDS 5+
WITH YMCA TEAM
"Fit Kids" is a mix of games and sports, designed especially for the 5+ age group. Obstacle courses, relays, fun physical challenges and games with a sports theme. CLICK HERE TO BOOK

1:30PM
DRAMA 13+
WITH SHYLA KELLY (www.initialize.co.nz)
Room for 1 more ...
Initialize classes use drama as a medium through which students can explore interpersonal communication skills, self-awareness, and team building in a fun and supportive environment. We like to say that we don't teach drama -- we let drama teach us. CLICK HERE TO BOOK.

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The Homeschool Group is administered by Rae, a homeschooling parent and volunteer. It's run on a break even basis to provide affordable classes for homeschooling families. Feedback and discussion is always welcome - contact Rae on 0272 209949 or email: thehomeschoolgroup@gmail.com