Jarad's Jargon

We have figured out a lot of new dates for things coming up in the school this week, which are all on our school website under the calendar.  We will also be updating our Facebook page with these new dates.  Our classroom blogs are up and running now as well, so go in and check out what's happening in the classrooms!  All the links can be found at our website, www.matapu.school.nz.

It's that time of the year where we are looking for sports coaches for upcoming competitions.  If you are interested in coaching rugby, netball, basketball, mini ball, touch rugby or rippa rugby come in and let us know.  We had a great turnout last year with regards to teams involved in sports and we hope that continues for 2014.

Just a reminder to contact the school if your child is going to be absent.  You can leave a message on the phone or text us to let us know.  We are required to provide a reason for a student being absent from school, otherwise they are considered to be truant, so it saves us a lot of time if you make contact with the school with regards to any absentees.

Have a great weekend everybody!

MrC

On Tuesday we planted a time capsule that the school has created to commemorate our 125th Jubilee.  We also had Roberta and Stephanie Murray visit the school to rebury the capsule that was buried in 2004 during the school merger.  (Unfortunately we are still trying to locate the capsule buried in 1988 at the last jubilee, even metal detectors couldn't find it!)

Jarad's Jargon

The Jubilee weekend has been and gone and, despite the weather, it was a great event.  We had over 400 people visit the school over the three days and had amazing feedback about our school and those students who helped out.  I even learnt a few things about the history of our area!  A really big thanks to everyone who helped out over the weekend, including those from the BOT and SPA.  Special thanks to Sarah Robinson, Natarsha Blanchard and Amanda Buckthought who also spent a number of hours organising a variety of events.

Parent interviews are on Thursday the 27th of February.  These first interviews will have a portion of the interview where the student will be explaining their goals.  There're will be an opportunity to talk with the teacher after this.  There will be a timetable sent out today so get  your forms back in as quick as possible so you get your preferred time slot!

Have a great weekend and look out for me on the tv at the 9's in Auckland!
MrC

Hello 2014!!!  Welcome to those who have joined our community this year and welcome back to those who are returning.  This is our new school site where you can find out various things about our school, from newsletters to videos.  It is still under development at this stage and I will be adding things constantly to keep you all updated with what is happening at Matapu.  If you have any further questions do not hesitate to contact us.

Have a great week!!!