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Volume 28| 9 September 2022| Roll Number 659| Week 7 Term 4

Malo e lelei

What a busy week it has been for us all at QPS this week. I want to acknowledge the staff and students for their flexibility and willingness to work in such a busy environment. My apologies for messing up the Subject line in my email regarding Snow Machine earlier today. In my haste to get the information out to you, I didn’t update the subject. We have had a couple of emails wanting reassurances around things like litter on the school site. We are confident the event company will meet all the requirements of their Resource Consent. If you would like any specific information on the event you can find it on the QLDC website under E-Docs#RM220053. I can also say that we have received positive feedback from parents who attended and were pleased that such an event was able to be held in Queenstown. The event operates for the next two nights.

CONGRATULATIONS to our amazing skiers and snowboarders who represented QPS at the Battle of the Basin. They should be extremely proud of themselves as Arrowtown School has won this competition for at least 6 years in a row. At last, QPS will be engraved on the trophy. The teacher who accompanied this group of students, Mr Liam Kortegast, could not fault their behaviour, skill and participation yesterday.

I have completed my sabbatical report, titled, “Ensuring our Maori learners are achieving as Maori and succeed to graduate well”. This was presented to the Board last night. Our cultural composition indicates Maori learners as the second largest ethnic group attending QPS in 2022 with NZ Pakeha the largest ethnic group. Our school has over 20 different ethnicities, hence one of our sayings, “Nga hau e wha”, meaning people blown into our school from everywhere.

We have 3 weeks of term left. Please check newsletters being shared with you for important dates and events.

Malo “Aupito

Nofo a

Fi Cavanagh
Principal

IMPORTANT DATES

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

Monday 17 October
First Day Term 4

Monday 31 October - Friday 4 November
Stewart Island Camp - Room 27

Monday 7 - Friday 11 November
Stewart Island Camp - Room 29
Year 7/8 Cecil Peak Camp

Monday 14 - Friday 18 November
Stewart Island Camp - Room 28

Middle School Cardona Camp
Mon 14th/Tues 15th Nov - Rm 13 & 24
Tues 15th/Wed 16th Nov - Rm 14 & 23
Wed 16th/Thur 17th Nov - Rm 12 & 15

Tuesday 29 November - Thursday 1 December
Year 5 Moke Lake Camp

Monday 5 - Wednesday 7 December
Year 8 Camp

Battle of the Basin Snowsports WINNERS!

A massive effort yesterday from the 36 QPS Champions of the Basin..... Whoop whoop.
Thank you, Melissa and the Race Team from Coronet Peak

Positive Puberty Evenings

6pm - 7pm

Monday 12 September

Year 5/6 Girls - Intermediate block

Monday 19 September

Year 7/8 Girls: Intermediate Block

Year 7/8 Boys: Hall

Two local GP’S Dr Kathryn Smith and Dr Simon Davies will be speaking to students in two groups (Boys and Girls) on pubertal change. Students must be accompanied by Whānau to these talks, including the question and answer sessions.

Tahua Taunaki Akonga Learner Support Fund

Tahua Taunaki Akonga/Learner Support Fund is a programme which offers tuition sessions to Ngāi Tahu children. It provides additional support for Ngāi Tahu children in all education settings. Please Click on the link to access further information and application forms.

Whānau Opportunities

Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu exists to grow and develop Ngāi Tahu whānau members so they are culturally able, well-connected to their Ngāi Tahu community and outstanding performers in their chosen field.
We’ve got opportunities, scholarships, and programmes for all ages to realise our tribal vision:
mō tātou, ā, mō kā uri ā muri ake nei – for us and our children after us. Please Click on the link to access further information and application forms.

Magical Maths
Tips to help your children with their Maths

Around the School

Quiz Result

We are DELIGHTED to share the result of our fundraising Quiz last Friday ….. we raised an AMAZING $13,564 and we couldn’t have done this without your help.

Huge thanks to all our FANTASTIC supporters, sponsors, suppliers, staff and volunteers - a MAMMOTH effort for a MAMMOTH result!!

Special thanks to the WONDERFUL parents on the Quiz Committee who made it happen!

Funds raised go towards our Year 8 End of Year Experience.

A small sample of some of our fantastic new books in the library!

Conservation Week Activity

Heads down and hard at work, these keen QPS students enjoyed potting up over 100 seedling trees for our school Growing Unit as a 'caring for nature' Conservation Week activity.
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Remember to try and pack a 'Zero Plastic' Lunch.
This message has been brought to you by the QPS Enviro Leaders.

Junior PBL is Earth and Beyond

This week Room 2 and Room 2A learned about gravity and fuels to launch a rocket.
We made our own fuel with vinegar and baking soda and sent a lego man into the sky.

Room 3 were very excited to plant their little garden’s. Everyone is really keen to look after the plants and water them. We can’t wait to see them grow!

Development of Talents

Today was a wrap on DOTs for the term. It was great to see such a range of activities being conducted across the school. The engagement was high and collaboration was happening.
Thank you very much to all the parents who donated their time to run sessions.

We welcomed visiting Author and Storyfest patron Jacqueline Harvey To QPS this afternoon to talk to a group of creative writers.

Visiting Author
This afternoon we welcomed visiting Author and Storyfest patron Jacqueline Harvey to QPS this afternoon to talk to a group of creative writers.

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.

Student Success

Homestay Opportunity

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

Are you an experienced, professional, organised individual who has a confident friendly approach? Do you enjoy a varied and rewarding role and have an interest in Real Estate?

If so, then this could be the perfect Part Time (30 hours) opportunity for you.
New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty (NZSIR) is New Zealand's premier real estate company with 21 offices nationwide. This position specifically focuses on supporting one of Queenstown's high performing Licensees.
Typical tasks will involve:

Assisting with the creation of Appraisal/Proposal Documents / Agency Agreements etc
Uploading and maintaining property listings on
Assistance with booking Photography & staging etc.

To succeed in this role you will need to:

Be confident in balancing the high priority needs of the Licensee whilst always displaying a calm and professional manner
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills & meticulous attention to detail
Be proactive and professionally presented
An interest in social media - as there is involvement with posting on Instagram and Facebook

If you are confident in your administration abilities and believe you will thrive in this exciting position, please email your CV & covering letter to:
Rachel.exell@nzsir.com / 021 058 8306

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.

Holiday Programmes/After School care

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

Who do you think should be our mayor for the next three years?
Wakatipu High School students are working with long-time local journo and editor David Williams, now Newsroom South Island correspondent, to probe behind the political sound bites at Catalyst Trust's Mayoral Candidate Forum.
Masks to be worn to ensure only information is spread. Registration required at https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/401583646497 Free, but all koha collected goes straight to WHS's Awhi Fund.

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.

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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