Sonrise Christian School Newsletter

To be a thriving community, committed to Jesus Christ, committed to excellence in education and committed to service to others - Vision Statement

30th June 2010

No. 11/2/10

Dear Parents/Caregivers

Tena Koutou Katoa

Greetings to you all

This long, hectic term had finally come to an end. The staff and most certainly the students need a well deserved break. Just before I can think of my leave, I have one more job to complete. See the comparison achievement data for Terms 1 and 2.

STAR DATA SUMMARY

	Term 1		Term 2
NZ European	AT & ABOVE BELOW	86% 14%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	86% 14%
NZ Maori	AT & ABOVE BELOW	79% 21%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	89% 11%
Other	AT & ABOVE BELOW	34% 66%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	40% 60%

WRITING DATA SUMMARY

	Term 1		Term 2
NZ European	AT & ABOVE BELOW	73% 27%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	82% 18%
NZ Maori	AT & ABOVE BELOW	62% 38%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	82% 18%
Other	AT & ABOVE BELOW	34% 66%	AT & ABOVE BELOW	40% 60%

Celebrations of the Week

Room 1

Ariana McLeod, Finlay Macpherson and Valour Tata for achievement in all areas.

Room 2

Jirah Wanoa for being an awesome model in work and play.

Room 3

Vivienne Dahm-Pareanga: for being fluent in her reading.

Jacinda Takoko for having a positive attitude towards her learning.

Room 4

Kedra MacPherson for excellence in all aspects of school life.

Micah Russell for great progress in Maths.

Room 5

Samantha Devine for creative work throughout the term.

Term 3 Curriculum Overview

Our topic next term is “All things bright and beautiful”.

See attached “tree map” for details.

Parent/Teacher Interviews

We have had a wonderful turnout of parents/caregivers at our interviews. If any of you had missed out, please arrange an appointment with the class teacher.

Principal’s Award

Mrs Daylene Benson for being a wonderful Teacher Aide.

Keegan Martin for being a wonderful role model.

From our Basketball Representatives

Sincere thanks to Mrs. Gabriel, Staff, Students and Whanau for supporting our boys’ fundraiser last Friday. As Thursday is the last day of school for our students, we will be having another fundraiser.

Thank you so much for your support,

Bev Hills, Ju Mokomoko, Mel Calles, Hunter, Drae and Jesse

Last Day of Term

This Thursday 1 July, 2010 is the last day of school for our students. Students may wear mufti to school on Thursday. School will finish at the normal time.

Cakes, muffins and sausage sizzles available for sale on Thursday.

Central Football Holiday Program

Monday 5^th – Thursday 8^th July

Monday 12^th - Thursday 15^th July

Time: 9.00am – 3.00pm

Where: Gisborne Girls High School Gym

$100 for 4 days of football fun, and a limited edition T-shirt or $30 per day

For girls and boys ages 5-11 years old

Registration: Scott Hales on 021873477 or 8689943 ext 713 or register on the day

Winners for the Term

Gold 510
Red 561
Blue 603
Green 523

Diary

Week 11

1 July Last day of term for students - Mufti Day

2 July Teacher Only Day

3 July Saturday - ICT mini conference for all teachers at Waikirikiri School

19 July – 24 September Term 3

Last but not least, enjoy the holidays with your children. To those travelling, be safe.

Be blessed and be a blessing.

Wendy Gabriel

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