Thursday 25th May 2023 | Term 2 Week 5 |
Kia ora e te whānau,
We hope this newsletter finds you well as we approach the colder months.
Last week, we were lucky enough to celebrate Bully Free Week at Twizel Area School. This week provided our students and staff with an excellent opportunity to unite and reaffirm our commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment. Throughout the week, there were various activities, including WAKA Bingo, Fill your Bucket appreciation, a colouring competition and the creation of a kindness quilt. Thank you to our Middle School students who supported our younger students in creating the quilt as a beautiful act of awhinataka. Congratulations to the competition winners and fish and chip lunch recipients. Thank you to Sarah Henderson, who continues to complete our wall of hands - look at it as you walk along our corridors; it’s amazing!
M4 are continuing their work readiness course with Hannah Beer. Their experiences are wonderful! Thank you to the hosting businesses - Top Hut and The Twizel Op Shop (so far), you’re certainly bringing life to this programme. The sessions will cover a range of essential skills, such as workplace etiquette and professional communication. We believe that empowering our students with these skills will enhance their prospects for employment and contribute to their overall success beyond school. The students are looking forward to two more weeks of the programme.
We are pleased to inform you that the industrial action previously planned by the teachers' union has been temporarily cancelled. As a result, there will be no disruption to the school schedule up to May 31st, including previously notified home rostering days. We appreciate the understanding and support of our staff during this time.
Important Dates:
- Formal: Friday, 26th May
- Work Readiness Session 5: Monday, May 29th
Last, but not least, we're excited to announce our upcoming Sporting Raffle, an initiative aimed at raising funds to support various sporting opportunities and to acquire essential equipment for our school sport programmes. Look out for more information later in the newsletter.
We encourage you to stay connected with Twizel Area School through our website, social media, and regular communication channels.
He waka eke noa,
Kate Staniford
Tumuaki | Principal
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From the Head Students
Head and Deputy students, Monique and Emily are looking forward to this week's Senior Formal, plus a look back at Bully Free Week. | |  |
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TAS Comes Together to Raise Awareness for Bully Free WeekThis week-long event was aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of bullying, encouraging empathy, and empowering students to become advocates for positive change. | |  |
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Sadie and Kiara Selected for North Otago Netball RepsIn a remarkable achievement, two promising athletes, Sadie and Kiara, have been selected to represent the North Otago region in the Under 16 Representative Netball Team. 🏐 | |  |
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Sports Fundraiser RaffleWe're excited to announce our upcoming Sporting Raffle, an initiative aimed at raising funds to support various sporting opportunities and to acquire essential equipment for our school sports programmes.🏀🏓🏅 | |  |
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Mid-Year ConferencesThis year's Parent Teacher Mid-Year Conferences will be held on the afternoon of Thursday, 1st June and all day on Friday, 2nd June. 👩🏫 🗓️ Bookings are now open and are first come, first served, so please book early to avoid disappointment! | |  |
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Sadie Inspires Teamwork and FunYear 11 student, Sadie Mason, has spent time with Room 5 and other Junior classes this term as part of her Gateway Sports Coaching Programme. Students have played games, learning how to have fun and be a part of a team. | |  |
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First Impressions Count with M4 Work Ready ProgrammeStudents in M4 continued their Work Ready Programme this week, learning about how important first impressions are and how to be successful in the workplace.👩💼👨💼 | |  |
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Kai Warmer Heats Up for WinterThe Kai Warmer will be available, from Monday, for students to bring their food to be heated for lunchtime during the colder weather months. | |  |
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Don't Get Sucked In Poster CompThe Don’t Get Sucked In Poster challenge is an art competition for Year 7 – 13 students organised by the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ. | |  |
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Room 4 and Piet MondrianRoom 4 students have been thoroughly enjoying their exploration of the art style of Piet Mondrian this week. They learned about his unique artistic approach, and explored the visual impact of his use of colours and lines.🎨 | |  |
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Room 13 Castle BuildingRoom 13 got creative on Friday and had a competition to build either the tallest or the most creative castle! The students had a lot of fun becoming engineers for an afternoon! 🏰 | |  |
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School Cleaner VacancyWe are seeking an amazing Cleaner to join our team at Twizel Area School. | |  |
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Whānau-Kaiako CommunicationThere are a number of different ways that whānau can communicate with us. It is important to know the correct channels so your questions, queries, and problems can be dealt with accordingly. | |  |
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Term 2 Industrial ActionAfter a meeting between the Ministry of Education and the PPTA and NZEI Teaching Unions, it has been agreed to suspend all strike notices until 11.59 pm on Tuesday, May 30th. | |  |
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Join Our Facebook Sport GroupJoin our new Facebook group, specifically for School Sport. This is where you'll find everything sport related at Twizel Area School. 🏀🏏🚣♀️ From athletics and rowing in the summer months to netball and Snow Club in the winter, and everything in between. | |  |
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A Reminder for Year 7 - 11 Students...Next Wednesday (weather dependent), Year 7-11 students are visiting a local stream and being shown our local endemic small fish species, some of which are endangered.
Dean Nelson from DOC is trapping the fish and talking to the students. They will need to bring sturdy footwear to walk across a muddy paddock; warm jacket and trousers would be good if the weather is cold.
Any questions, please see Ms Arkless before Wednesday. |
 → Friday, 26th May | Senior Formal
→ Wednesday, 30th May | Year 7-11 Stream Trip
→ Thursday, 1st June | Mid-Year Conference Afternoon - NO CLASSES
→ Friday, 2nd June | Mid-Year Conference Day - NO CLASSES
→ Monday, 5th June | King's Birthday
→ Thursday, 8th June | Girls in Hi-Viz @ Benmore
*All dates above are subject to change* |
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