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Volume 24| 12 August 2022| Roll Number 657| Week 3 Term 3

Kia ora koutou

Today was our International Day at QPS. We had an opportunity to celebrate our biculturalism in a multicultural school. We have not been able to do this for the past couple of years due to COVID restrictions. Thank you so much for supporting this day by purchasing international food from our stalls and ensuring the children wore national dress. A myriad of flags were draped around the playground representing over 30 different ethnicities. At our assembly I talked to the school and community about the Maori words “Nga hau e wha” which translate to people blowing into our school from everywhere. QPS is a very special place to learn and play and for our students to interact with each other from all over the world. It is so interesting to watch them as they are consciously unbiased about race. Many of our students speak 2 or more languages which will hold them in good stead as they grow up and move around the world.

For the remainder of this year and into 2023, the senior leadership team, (SLT) will be working with an Education Review Officer (ERO). The ERO model has changed to better meet the needs of schools as they navigate annual and strategic goals. I am excited about this opportunity as this will also be a time to celebrate and identify the things we do well at QPS and where we can further improve. Mike Fowler, ex principal of Hagley College in Christchurch, now works for ERO. Mike will meet with us next week and we will share our QPS ‘story’. From there, we will formulate a plan for further discussions and visits.

Enjoy the photos we have attached to the newsletter. Please book tickets for our amazing “Quiz Night” and have an awesome bluebird weekend!

Nga mihi maioha

Fi Cavanagh

IMPORTANT DATES

Wednesday 17 August
Year 5 - 8 QPS Cross Country Champs

Thursday 18 August
Structured Literacy Open Morning - see details below

Friday 2 September

QPS ANNUAL QUIZ NIGHT

Thursday 8 September
Wakatipu Snowsports
Battle of the Basin

Monday 12 - Wednesday14 September
Optional Year 3-4 Snowsports Programme

Monday 19 - Wednesday 21
Optional Year 5-6 Snowsports Programme

Monday 26 - Wednesday 28 September
Optional Year 7-8 snowsports Programme

Thursday 22 September
Central Otago Cross Country Champs

Friday 30 September
Last Day Term 3

Awesome Awards
Every second week awesome QPS students are recognised for their INTEGRITY, CARE and RESPECT. See next weeks edition for more winners!

Magical Maths
Tips to help your children with their Maths

Around the School

A HUGE big thank you to everyone involved in our International Day. Today celebrated the ethnic richness at QPS. Our current student population represents over 40 nationalities.

Big thanks to Sarah Ferguson for her awesome organising of this incredible celebration of cultures.

'Kiwiana Marmiteers'
Our staff getting in the spirit of International Day

Kapa Haka at the Millenium Hotel

On Thursday our Kapa Haka Roopu had a very early start to their day; at 7.40 am! The reason for this early start was to support speakers at a Mihi Whakatau (Maori Welcome) for the Australasian Gynecological Endoscopy and Surgery Society Conference. TheTamariki represented our Kura positively and made us all very proud. The Roopu performed a Haka Powhiri and the beautiful himene, He Honore.
A big Kia ora to the students who participated and to the parents who drove their students to this event. Pictured here is our Roopu (group) and Ned Webster who spoke for the Mana Whenua.

Celebrating Kiwi Success

Room 2 have been learning about the Commonwealth Games.
We celebrated our achievements and set goals.

Scholastic Book Fair RESULT!

A BIG thank all the parents, teachers and students who supported the book fair this year and made it a great success! Together we raised a record $1,600 of scholastics rewards to spend on new library books! Awesome achievement, thank you!

Fiona celebrates some awesome adjective writing with Ilana Blumenthal and Keithlyn Castillo from Room 14.

Room 3 celebrated 100 days of school in 2022 by making 100 days smarter crowns and making 100 cookies.

Student Success

Snowgaine Games
Sydney Alva, Caitlyn Purdue, Mollie Burgess and Lexi Mcleod participated in the Snowgaine Games held on 30 July 2022 at the Snow Farm, Cardrona. The girls came first place in the Youth Category. A 3hr race spanning 11kms in the snow- in an orienteering format. The girls had a great time team building and venturing in the snow for clues.

Jiu Jitsu Champs
Here’s Oliver Turner and Hayden Hodge in second and third place at the recent Queenstown Gi Open (Jiu-Jitsu).

Fantastic effort!

Local Schools Season Passes:

Cardrona

Local child season passes online with the following link
https://secure.cardrona-treblecone.com/s/local-school-child-season-pass

NZSki

Purchasing Online – up until June 17, opening day of season at Coronet Peak.
Purchasing at The Station Snowcentre or through 0800 697 547, available all season.

Situations Vacant
Please email newsletter@queenstown.school.nz if you have a position available that you would like to advertise.

I'm looking to find someone to help with two children aged 5 & 6, for school pick-ups every day until 5.30pm, and a morning drop-off here and there. Around 15-20 hours per week available.
Contact details
Kelly collier
02102796501 or email
Kellyrosecollier@gmail.com

Term Dates 2022

Term 1 - Wednesday 2 February - Thursday 14 April
Term 2 - Monday 2 May - Friday 8 July
Term 3 - Monday 25 July - Friday 30 September
Term 4 - Monday 17 October - Friday 16 December

Term Dates 2023

Term 1 - starts between Monday 30 January and Tuesday 7 February - Thursday 6 April

Term 2 - Monday 24 April - Friday 30 June

Term 3 - Monday 17 July - Friday 22 September

Term 4 - Monday 9 October - ends no later than Wednesday 20 December

Salvation Army Support

School parents and increase rent and mortgage rates
Many of you will be experiencing increased food and transport costs. Also, with mortgage interest rates on the rise, many people will have less money in their pockets. Although a lot of people do not own their own homes, the flow-on effect of mortgage interest rate rises will result in increased rents. If you are concerned about how you will afford these increased costs, you may be interested in speaking to our financial mentor. This is a free service run by The Salvation Army. Our service provides support to those struggling with their finances. We can provide skills that will improve your future financial well-being. This service is for people who wish to learn how to manage their money, keep debt under control and plan for future financial success.

If you have any parents who may need our help, please do not hesitate to contact me on 0211955534.
Thanks.

Sandra McClennan
Financial Mentor

General Information

SCHOOL HOURS

School commences at 8.55am and ends at 3.00pm.

Brain Break 10am to 10.10 am
Morning tea break 11.00 am to 11.30 am
Lunch break 12.40 pm to 1.30 pm.

It is recommended that your child arrives at school no later than 8.45 am.

QPS School Checklist
GOT TO DO!		LINKS
	SchoolAppsNZ APP: Download the SchoolAppsNZ from your App Store or Google Play for FREE or click on the links opposite. Please download now to keep up to date with all school information.	APP - ANDROID
		APP -APPLE
	BUS: If riding the bus, determine route and register via the QPS Website - You can also update any changes to your student's bus route and days throughout the year via this link. Use the link opposite or go to http://www.queenstown.school.nz/index.php/bus-information	BUS REGO
	UNIFORM: Order your school uniform via the QPS Website - a uniform shop is open Tuesdays 8:30-9:00am in the School Hall with sample sizes to try on and some second hand uniforms to purchase. Use the link opposite or go to http://www.queenstown.school.nz/index.php/uniforms	UNIFORM ORDERS
	SCHOOL SHOP: Create a School Shop Account - this is essential - it allows you to order school lunches, sign up for sports events, fundraising events etc. No more having to find cash for your child to take part in school activities. Use the link opposite or go to https://shop.tgcl.co.nz/shop and choose Queenstown Primary School	SCHOOL SHOP
GOT TO KNOW!
	ABSENCES: If your child is going to be absent from school you must advise the SCHOOL OFFICE prior to 9am by phone - 442 9120 (press 1 to leave message 24/7), via the School App or via email absences@queenstown.school.nz For planned absences during term time complete the Absence form on the QPS website and submit.
	MESSAGES: Any urgent messages for students need to be phoned through to the SCHOOL OFFICE 442 9120 not later than 2pm.
	SCHOOL HOURS: School commences at 8.55am and ends at 3.00pm. There is a Brain Break 10am - 10.10 am, morning tea break is 11.00 am to 11.30 am and lunch break is 12.40 pm to 1.30 pm. It is recommended that your child arrives at school no later than 8.45 am.
	PLAN YOUR DAY: Please ensure that your child knows what they are doing after school each day
	LATE TO SCHOOL: If your child arrives after the 8:55am bell has rung then they MUST go to the SCHOOL Office to sign in on the tablet.
	BUSES: Please advise the SCHOOL OFFICE 442 9120 if your child is NOT travelling home on the bus on a day you have registered them to be on the bus. Please respect this request as it can delay bus departures. To register your child for the bus, please see the information and link above in the “Got to Do” section.
	TAKING STUDENT OUT FROM CLASS: Should you need to take your child out of school for ANY reason please sign them out on the tablet at the School Office and sign them back in on your return.
	CARPARKING: Weather dependent, Terms 1 and 4 will have the lower field open for parents to park when dropping off and collecting students after school. If you park in the School carpark AT ANY TIME you must collect a visitor pass from the School Office - failure to do so will incur towing costs.
	EMAIL: Please ensure you are receiving our school newsletter via email and emails from your child's classroom teacher. Check your Spam or Junk folder initially
	LOST PROPERTY: Lost property bins are located outside the caretaker’s office in the upper courtyard. Please ensure you label all items of clothing.
	CHANGE OF DETAILS: It is imperative that we have up-to-date contact information for all parent/caregivers so as to be able to contact you in an emergency or illness situation concerning your child. Please keep the School Office informed of any changes.
	SCHOOL LUNCHES: Tired of making sandwiches! Take a break and order your child Sushi on a Wednesday (order cut-off 8pm Tuesdays) and Pie & Juicy (order on a Friday. School lunch orders are ONLY accepted through our SCHOOL SHOP. Set up your account if you haven't already, pop funds on your School Shop account ready to order	SCHOOL SHOP
	ACCOUNTS: Please direct any finance queries to Carly in accounts at accounts@queenstown.school.nz. You will receive student statements throughout the year.
GOOD TO GO!
	WELCOME ABOARD! We hope you and your child are excited about all that QPS has to offer. Please pop in to the office to see our friendly admin team if you have any queries - happy to assist.

Uniform Reminder - Uniform Shop

You will find all your uniform requirements on the front page of our website with a full sizing guide. The Uniform Shop is open every Tuesday of a school term in the school hall 8.30-9.00am sharp if you are unsure of size. At the uniform shop, we have a small amount of secondhand uniform for sale. If you would like to donate any uniform, please drop in to the school office. NOTE: School Hoodie can have your child's name on the back, cost $10, no nicknames allowed.

Student Accounts

If you would like to set up a payment plan for your child's account, please get in touch with Carly at accounts@queenstown.school.nz. If you already have an automatic payment in place but are unsure if it will be enough to cover the items on your statement by the end of the year, do get in touch. Likewise, if you think you may be paying too much, let her know and she can recalculate the amount for you!

Carly is here to help with any payment or statement queries you may have.

Student Absences
CLICK HERE to submit an absence.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

QAFC has been given this fantastic fundraising opportunity! World Cup Lottery is here! Be in to win 2 return flights to Doha plus 13 nights accommodation and match tickets to attend three pool play matches and all for just $20 a ticket. For each ticket sold, QAFC receives $10. So get buying for this spectacular prize and help us raise much needed funds for the club. Thanks so much everyone and good luck! Full details are on our website and this link.

https://queenstownfootball.com/win-a-trip-to-qatar-2022/

Or buy direct here! Full information sheet is here.

Select Football South as the region and then Queenstown AFC.

Game on!

Many thanks

QAFC Committee

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Phil Hartshorn's Dunedin School of Music

Guitar, Drums and Bass Tuition

Full Time Professional Music Teaching.

Phil Hartshorn BA (HONS) PGDip Tching

Web: dunedinschoolofmusic.nz

Phone: 021 075 0927

I want to make you an awesome player, fast.

Slow Down Near School Buses

A reminder to parents/caregivers to take extra care around school bus stops. Please park on the same side as the bus stop wherever possible. But if you do need to park on the opposite side, cross to your children first instead of having them cross to you. Please never call to your child from the other side of the road – yes it does happen - and it can put children in great danger!

Parents please remember that the maximum speed when passing a stationary school bus stopped to pick up or drop off children is 20km/h regardless of which side the bus is on. Please take extra care around school bus stops and provide supervision for children needing to cross.

ADVERTISING

FREE DENTAL CARE

Children in New Zealand are entitled to free basic oral health care services until 17 years of age. If you would like your child to receive this free service please click on the following link to complete the online enrolment form:

h ttps://www.southernhealth.nz/getting-help-you-need/oral-and-dental-health/free-oral-health-service-children/southern-district

Or telephone the clinic – 034509370 or Freephone 0800 570 300 – we are located at 19A Douglas Street, Frankton, Queenstown

If you are not a New Zealand resident there is a criteria to be met in order to receive free care, please ask the dental staff before enrolling.

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Term Dates 2023

Term 2 - Monday 24 April - Friday 30 June

Term 3 - Monday 17 July - Friday 22 September

Term 4 - Monday 9 October - ends no later than Wednesday 20 December

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