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‘Am I making positive connections in the world?’ is the 2010 Learning Theme
Kia Ora Tatou, Greetings to all
Dear Parents
I am a Geographer
Students throughout the school have been visiting prominent places in Auckland to learn more about our geographical features and why places are important to people. In classroom programmes, students are engaged in exciting, rich tasks that are developing their skills as budding geographers.
Student Participation
One of our key phrases in the school’s vision is ‘students are motivated by empowerment’ and one of our seven values is ‘enjoyment’. We therefore are committed in the school to provide opportunities for students to be part of our decision making and to participate in a variety of activities that they enjoy. This year we have over 100 students in our Kapa Haka group, 45 students who participate in the Green Kiwis group, a number of students involved in our Student Voice group, 40 students in the APPA Choir, 150 students from the Middle and Senior School who are in the ENPS choir and a number of students in instrumental groups which include the chamber orchestra, the ukulele and our Marimba group. We also have students involved in a number of sporting groups. All these opportunities contribute to rich learning opportunities for students.
Student Achievement
We are proud of all students in this school and the way they work to achieve good quality learning results for themselves. All students have unique talents and as a school we work towards supporting all students to reach their full potential. A number of students have performed exceedingly well academically and in the sporting arena. Internet links are flagged further on in this newsletter where you can view a list of these student’s names. Congratulations to all these children mentioned in our website. In particular, I would like to acknowledge Shreya, Year 6, who has won the nationwide short story competition in the primary school category organised by Puffin, in association with Storylines Festival and Classic Hits FM, for her short story “The Book Bird”. The story will be broadcast on radio by Classic Hits FM and will be published on Puffin’s website. The school will receive 70 books for our school library because of Shreya’s win. Thank you Shreya on behalf of the school.
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Postal Address
Epsom Normal
Primary School
41 The Drive
Epsom, 1023
Phone Numbers
Ph: 09 630 5144
Fax: 09 630 0972
Latest News and Updates
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Sustainability Update!
The Green Kiwis are very busy at the moment with several events taking place.
Don’t Let The Pigeon Eat Your Lunch!
A group of Green Kiwis will be performing a lively play on Friday, 3 September, to entertain and educate the Junior School children about the consequences of feeding our resident pigeon population.
Cake Stall – Friday, 10 September
As promised earlier this year, the Green Kiwis are having a cake stall especially for the Junior School as they missed out last time! Children will be able to buy home baking for 50 cents and $1.
TravelWise Time Zone Map – Monday, 13 September
All the Green Kiwis will be working with the team from TravelWise to produce a Time Zone Map for the school detailing checkpoints within 5, 10 and 15 minutes walking distance from our school.
World Car Free Day, Wednesday, 22 September
Leave your car at home and walk to school along with people from all over the world! Even if you have to travel a way to get to school, you could leave your car a short distance from school and join the walkers! Once you arrive at school, there will be a welcome at the gates! Parents, you can have a coffee with other parents once you arrive.
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ENPS Newsletter 26-08-10
Please click on the link below to view the newsletter.
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EPSOM NORMAL PRIMARY SCHOOL OUT-OF-ZONE BALLOT FOR 2011
Epsom Normal Primary School Board of Trustees has determined that there are likely to be approximately 25 places in New Entrants/Year 1 level (for children turning 5 between 13 December 2010 – 5 December 2011), and 8 places in Year 3 level for out-of-zone students in 2011.
Application forms for all students are available from the school office between Monday to Friday, 8am to 4pm. The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is 15 October 2010. The ballot will be held on 20 October 2010.Parents of students who live within the home zone should also apply by this date to assist the school to plan appropriately next year. Students who live within the home zone are entitled to enrol at the school.
Epsom Normal Primary School
41 The Drive Epsom 1023
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ICAS Results for Science, Computer Science and Writing
Congratulations to all of the students who participated.
Please click on the link below to view the students who have earned High Distinction and Distinction in the above subjects.
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ENPS PTA Rules 2008
Please click on the link below to view the terms of the PTA organization.
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PTA News, Term 3 2010
The school has run several very successful fundraisers so far this year. The History-athon in Term 2 raised a whopping $8,500 to go towards sunshades on the senior field behind Rooms 9 and 10. We have now raised enough ($12,000) for these to be erected and they will be up and ready for the summer term.
Last term the Student Voice asked the PTA for soccer nets ($440) so they could use them at morning tea and lunch breaks. They are now in regular use on the senior field.
The Mufti week and the sausage sizzle held at the end of Term 2 raised $2,500, some of which went towards buying a new barbecue for the school.
The sale of the Entertainment books also raised an impressive $2,000. This money paid for the annual Gridclub Online subscription which is used widely by the students at school and at home. Check it out below…
http://www.gridclub.com.au/signup/login.php
Username: epsomnormal, Password: chinchilla16At the meeting held on Monday 16th August, it was agreed that the PTA would buy five new iPads for the school totalling $4,500. Trials to date have proved to be very successful and popular with the students. Over the next few terms we may get some more so that they will be more accessible to the students.
The PTA also agreed to buy sand trays for use in the junior school and these will be available in these classrooms soon.
A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed in any way, shape or form to the fundraising.
The next meeting will be held on 17th September in the staffroom at 9am. Come along and meet the committee and have a chat about what we do. If you can, stay for the meeting and get involved – this is a way that you can help your children receive the extras that make ENPS such a successful school.
Regards
Sue Normanton
PTA Chairperson
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