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PRINCIPAL'S PIECE
Kia ora Howick Primary School whānau,
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It's wonderful to connect with you all again through our school newsletter! This term is shaping up to be a busy and exciting one, filled with opportunities for our students and community to come together. Keep an eye out for more details coming soon about our school disco, planned for the middle of this term – we know the tamariki will be looking forward to that!
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On another positive note, we have noticed a vast improvement in behaviours during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up time. Thank you so much for your support in ensuring the safety of all our students by consistently parking in the right areas, using the school crossing or collecting your children to cross the road. Your cooperation makes a real difference.
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Finally, we want to share some information from the team at Kelly Club, who run our out-of-school care programme. Kelly Club opens bright and early at 7:00 am and provides a fantastic and safe space for students who need to arrive at school before our gates open at 8:15 am. This ensures that all our tamariki are well-cared for from the moment they arrive. Kelly Club also operate in the afternoon from 3:00pm each day after school.
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Ngā mihi,
Michael Earl
Principal
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In-zone Enrolments
We are thrilled to see our in-zone enrolments continue to flourish at Howick Primary School! With 66% of our students residing within our local zone, it's clear that Howick Primary School is the school of choice for a significant majority of our neighbourhood families.
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We are immensely proud to be the heart of learning for so many of our local tamariki and their families!
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Upcoming Dates
- Friday, 9 - 16 May: Yi Xing Bilingual and Innovation (Taiwan) School Visit.
- Friday, 9 May: Assembly 2pm in the hall.
- Wednesday, 14 May: Friends of Howick Primary School Meeting 6:30pm in the staffroom.
- Next Friday: Pink Shirt Day - wear a pink shirt or pink accessory (gold coin donation appreciated for the Mental Health Foundation).
- Thursday, 29 May: School Disco (details to be finalised).
- Thursday, 5 June: Pasifika Fono from 5:30pm in the school hall.
- Monday, 2 June: Kings Birthday - School Closed
- June 1- 7: Samoan Langauage Week
- Friday, June 20: Matariki - School Closed.
- Friday, June 27: Last Day of Term 2
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Attendance
A huge thank you for the wonderful attendance we've seen at school this term, 94% so far! It makes such a positive difference!
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As a friendly reminder, it's a legal requirement in Aotearoa for all children aged 6 to 16 to be enrolled and attend school regularly, ensuring they don't miss out on vital learning and social connections. We understand that sometimes absences are necessary, so please do let us know if your child will be away. If your child is absent please call the school office or email absences@howickprimary.school.nz by 9:15am.
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Consistent attendance helps students thrive academically and socially, and we're here to support you in making this a priority. If you have any concerns, please don't hesitate to connect with your child's teacher or the school office. Your partnership is invaluable!
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Inaugural Friends of Howick Primary School Meeting
We warmly invite all interested community members to join the Friends of Howick Primary School meeting next Wednesday evening at 6:30 pm in the school staffroom. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other parents, caregivers, and community members who are passionate about supporting our school. Come along and find out how you can contribute to making Howick Primary an even better place for our tamariki.
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We look forward to seeing you there!
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❄️ Ice Block Fridays! ❄️
We are continuing with Ice Block Fridays at Howick Primary! 🌞❄️
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📅 When: Every Friday in Term 2 until further notice
💰 Cost: $2 per ice block
🎒 How to order: Bring $2 to your teacher on Friday morning
🧊 Delivery: Ice blocks will be delivered to classrooms and enjoyed at morning tea
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A fun and refreshing way to end the week—don’t forget your $2! 💙✅
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#IceBlockFridays #CoolTreats #HPSFun
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Pink Shirt Day is on May 16th.
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This day is about reducing bullying by celebrating diversity in all its forms. Students and staff are encouraged to wear pink on Friday the 16th and bring a gold coin donation if they are able to. All funds raised go to the Mental Health Foundation. You can learn more about Pink Shirt Day here: pinkshirtday.org.nz
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