Mufti
We are having our usual mufti tomorrow as next Friday is a teacher only day.

Is this normal?
Please see the attached poster regarding the ‘all about behaviour’ workshop that we are hosting on Thursday 29 October at 6pm.

We have been asked to pass on the following.

Election 2020
Please see the attached election notice.

Tai Tapu Garden Tour
Please see the attached garden tour notice.

Just to clarify below are some significant dates for the remainder of 2020
Teacher only days
Friday 25 September 2020
Thursday 12 November 2020
Thursday 19 November 2020

Prizegiving will be held on the last day of school for 2020
10 December 2020.

Junior Assembly – Tuesday 14 September
Hinewai and Pohatu are having an assembly on Tuesday in Hinewai. Start time is 9:00am.
We would love to see you there.

House Volleyball
Tuesday 1.00 – 3.00 in the Gym.

Rarotonga
a)Takahe Road Race
Well done everybody for your combined efforts, it all went very smoothly. A huge thank you to Charlotte for staying on in the afternoon to distribute boxes.
b)Phone Books
A reminder that phone books are to be delivered this weekend – Friday 18 September to Sunday 20 September.
Parents to please be at school by 4.00pm on Friday to pick up your books, email Ms. Tainui straight away if there is an issue. If possible, drive around your route beforehand so you know what to do.
On Monday, all phone books and maps must be returned.
Remember the exemptions.

Damage of personal property
During the weekend, some scooters which had been left lying outside, were damaged. Whilst we are happy to work with students to help them manage their things, ultimately the care of personal property is student responsibility. Students are able to lock away small items such as scooters or skateboards in Onuku over the weekend but they must make that arrangement with their teacher.

End of Year School Practice Exams
Students are currently sitting very important practice exams for NCEA to give them practice but also to ensure they have a grade in the event of an emergency and they are unable to sit an exam in November.

Year 7 and 8 Information Evening
All parents of our current Year 7 and 8 students are invited to an information evening next Tuesday 22 September to hear a presentation from staff and students about programmes the school has to offer as your children move through the year levels. The evening will begin at 5.00pm with a sausage sizzle (provided), followed by our presentation at 6.00pm.

Teacher Only Days
We have 3 planned Teacher Only Days coming up where staff will be involved in professional development and planning:
Friday 25 September School is Closed
Thursday 11 November School is Closed
Thursday 19 November School is Closed

Mental Health Awareness (MHAW) week 21-27 September 2020.
The Mental Health Awareness Week is endorsed by the World Federation for Mental Health and is celebrated by 150 countries a year. As a school we will be celebrating this week and activities will be run over the week. 
The theme this year is Reimagine Wellbeing Together – He Tirohanga Anamata
This link –  https://www.mhaw.nz/explore/about/ gives some more information around the topic 
This link – https://sparklers.org.nz/parenting/ has some ideas and resources to use at home
Here are some more helpful resources https://mhaw.nz/explore/helpful-resources/
This link-  https://mhaw.nz/compsactivities/wellbeing-photo-challenge/ – is a fun challenge to take part in and some of the students are taking part in this challenge. 

We have been asked to pass on the following information:
Akaroa Arts Council drawing workshop for children
The Akaroa Arts Council is running a children’s art workshop on the 8th and 9th of October this year. Please see attached flyer for more details

Akaroa Adventure Centre
The Akaroa Adventure Centre is looking for a staff member for their kayak, SUP and pedal boat rental on weekends and during school holidays.
It would suit an older student, who is physically fit and not afraid of speaking to people.
Experience in kayaking or stand up paddle boarding would be a benefit.
If interested, please contact the Akaroa Adventure Centre 033047784 and ask for Doreen.

Ski Trip
Ski Trip last minute notice has been sent to parents. Please make sure to read this if you are going on the trip.

Email address:
Please remember only to send emails to aasoffice@akaroa.school.nz.

Akaroa and Bays Lions Speech contest: Wednesday 9 September 7pm
Our annual speech competition will take place on Wednesday evening, 7pm, at the boatsheds. All welcome

We have been asked to pass on the following

Please see attached flyer with information on BP cricket (junior) registration.

Ski Trip:
Ski trip is still planned for Tuesday 8 September. Forms will be sent out shortly. Even if you completed the previous form stating that you were keen to attend you will still need to complete these forms. We will be looking for a speedy turnaround time so that we can get the information to Mt Hutt as soon as possible.

Abel Tasman fundraising raffle
The year 11 & 12’s are gathering a hamper for their Abel Tasman tramp. It would be very much appreciated if you could contribute by bringing a food item from home. Raffle tickets are on sale from the office.  

Winter Tournament:
This will take place at Akaroa Area School next Monday 7 September.
The parents association is running a sausage sizzle and cake stall. The winter tournament is for students in years 5-8 but the association will be happy to accept baking contributions from any parent keen to help.

If the winter tournament is postponed or cancelled due to COVID/weather, the sausage sizzle and the cake stall will go ahead anyway for AAS students.

Student Led Conferences
SLCs for years 11-13 will take place tomorrow (Tuesday).

We have been asked to pass on the following information:
Please see attached flyer for Bush Farm School Holiday Programme.