WELCOME TO TERM 4!!!!!

Wow, can you believe it's Term 4 already!! ??  This term will be jam packed with all sorts of happenings.  Here's a rundown of what's coming up...

**Freaky Friday Mufti Day:  Friday 14th October
This will be our last fundraiser for a Lifepod this year. Come dressed as CRAZY as you can!!  A gold coin donation would be greatly appreciated, thanks.

**Student Led Conferences:  25th and 26th October
Room 8 have been working SO hard for a long time to bring you a summary of some of their learning over the last term.  PLEASE support them by booking a time to see your child's conference!  Here's how to book:

The booking code has changed to NY8G5 or NHN6J

Student Led Conferences will be held for Ara Pakeke and Ara Tuakana students on Tuesday 25th and Wednesday 26th of October. The conferences are available in 15 minute time slots from 3.15pm to 5.15pm on both days. Two conferences will be held at the same time in each classroom.

From Monday 10th October you will have access to book a conference time.  These bookings will close on Friday 21st October at 5pm.

You can book at https://parentinterviews.co.nz/ using the code NY8G5 or NHN6J. If you can't find a time under one code you can use the other one.

The children are excited about sharing their learning and next steps with you.

Thank you for your support!

Ara Pakeke and Ara Tuakana Teachers.

**SPRING FAIR:  Saturday 29th October

Our annual fundraising fair is fast approaching!  Room 8 will be doing Jolly Jars. I have spoken to the children about it, and they are very keen to start making some at home. You are welcome to start bringing them in to school when completed; any donation would be greatly appreciated! 

Parent helpers are vital to smooth running and low stress on the day - any offers of help would be hugely appreciated! (and of course you will have a certain teacher's undying gratitude!)

Below are the time slots for possible helpers to work with Chris de Jong. (she is even going to rope her daughter into helping!) We have found that 2 parent helpers per timeframe is ideal. If you are able to help, please let Chris know.  There will be a roster going up on the classroom window shortly. If anybody would be able to donate the use of a gazebo on the day, please sing out - THANK YOU!!!

10.00 (set up)- 11.00
11.00-12.00
12.00-1.00
1.00-2.00
2.00-3.00
3.00- Pack up

Here are some tips on making a great Jolly Jar...

What is a Jolly Jar, you ask? It is a jar filled with an assortment of different delights! 

 They can be themed, eg, boys, girls, Christmas, animals, Halloween - you name it - your imagination can run wild!

 After filling with goodies, they are usually decorated on the outside, to give them an extra pizzazz.

 Here are some examples of things you could include in a Jolly Jar…

McDonalds toys                                         Card games                       Miniatures                                                  Matchbox cars

Hair clips                                                    Collectible cards

Crayons or pencils                                     Sticker sheets

Barbie accessories                                    Water balloons

Random lego pieces                                  Kids craft bits & bobs

Loom bracelets/bands                               Play jewellery

**CLASS BABY GUESSING COMPETITION:

Just for fun, Room 8 are having a "Guess The Baby" competition. Please consider if you would be happy for your child to take part.

Photos of our darlings as LITTLE darlings will be put up on the wall for people to have a guess at. If you are ok with letting your child bring a baby photo to school (which will be VERY carefully looked after), then we can do it.

We already have 3 contenders....  the sooner we get the photos in, the sooner we can start!

**HOMEWORK:

Our normal spelling and basic facts tests are on Friday - more people went up in their basic facts and spelling recently  -  Mrs deJong is SO proud of her clever kids!!!