Term 2 Week 8: Friday 21 June 2024
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Important Dates 2024
Wednesday 26 June – Parent Teacher Conferences, 1:30 pm – 6:30 pm Wednesday 26 June – Sunnybrae SCHOOL CLOSES AT 12:30 pm
Thursday 27 June – Matariki Breakfast, 6:30 am. All welcome
Thursday 27 June – Parent Teacher Conferences, 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Friday 28 June – Matariki – School Closed
Wednesday 3 July – Mid Year Reports sent to caregivers
Friday 5 July – Semester 2 Y5 & 6 Basketball Registrations close-off
Friday 5 July – Term 3 Flippa Ball Registrations close-off
Friday 5 July – End of Term 2
Monday 22 July – Start of Term 2
Monday 22 July – Table Tennis Registrations close-off
Please refer to the Hero calendar on your app or click here to see future events at Sunnybrae.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Parent Communications on Hero
Spotlight – Year 1 & 2
Lockdown Drill
Parent Teacher Conferences – Book on Hero
Jammies for June Fundraiser
Updated Kindo app
Sports Update: Registrations open for Basketball, Table Tennis & Flippa Ball
PTA Update: Raffle Winner Announced
Community Notices
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The PB4L focus for next week will be on:
Excellence: Playgrounds and Fields – Consider the needs of others and demonstrate sportsmanship.
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Parent Communications on Hero
We are excited to announce a new update on Hero. Parent Teacher Chat is a 2-way communication option now available on the Hero app. You will find this function by clicking on your child’s photo icon.
This will allow you to make contact with your classroom teacher and for them to reply. Ensure you have your app notification turned on so you are aware of new messages. If you have any problems using this function please drop by the office – we are only too happy to assist. If you have yet to download the Hero app – please view the links below to assist you.
How to install Hero
How to install Hero Chinese version
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Spotlight on Year 1 and 2
This term our Year 1 & 2 team has been participating in a modified PmP programme (Perceptual Motor Program).
This is a fun and interactive 30 minute weekly fitness program that helps build their balance, coordination, memory and gross motor skills. Our activities have included skipping ropes, rakau sticks, following the leader, scooter boards, egg and spoon, dizzy giddy spinners, balancing beams, throwing and catching a small ball and obstacle courses. Each of these activities help young tamariki (children) build their gross motor skills. These are important skills to have as they help us complete everyday activities such as playing on the playground, kicking the ball, walking, running and more.
Check out below what our students say about our fitness programme.
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“I like everything about PMP. I like that it warms up our bodies and makes our brains stronger”. By Jay Jay
“It makes us stronger.” By Mischa
“I liked playing on the scooter boards because they were so scooty!” By Cooper
“I like PMP because it’s so much fun!” By Madisyn
“I like the scooter boards, they are fun” By Charlotte
“I like jumping over the hurdles at PMP.” “It is so much fun!” By Aidan
“I like doing PmP with my friends” By Joshua
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Parent Teacher Conferences & Goal Setting
A big thanks to all our families that have made their booking on Hero for the Parent Teacher Conferences.
A reminder for those that haven’t made a booking, the conference dates are Wednesday 26th June from 1.30pm – 6.40pm and Thursday 27th June from 3.30pm – 5.30pm. For these conferences, students are encouraged to come along. We believe it is important for the children to be part of these conversations, so they can reflect on their strengths, achievements and take ownership of their learning goals in the coming term. We hope that all of our Sunnybrae families and whanau will value this time to build home-school connections. Please reach out to your classroom teacher if you are having issues booking a timeslot.
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The All-New Kindo App is Here!
Kindo have been working hard behind the scenes to bring you a completely reimagined Kindo app, and it’s finally here!
They have redesigned the myKindo App from the ground up, focusing on user feedback and the needs of busy parents like you. The new app offers a more intuitive navigation, faster performance, and secure transactions, making it easier than ever to manage your child’s school expenses.
With the new Kindo app, you can:
Order lunches, complete forms, and make payments in just a few taps
Navigate effortlessly with our intuitive, user-friendly design
Enjoy lightning-fast performance and secure transactions
Stay informed with notifications about the things that matter most to you
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Whether you’re a current Kindo user or new to our platform, now is the perfect time to download the app and see the difference for yourself. Existing users can update their app to access all the new features, while new users can sign up for an account directly within the app.
You might need to update your password!
Kindo is committed to being compliant with critical security and privacy standards set out by the Ministry of Education’s ‘Safer Technology for Schools (ST4S)’ initiative. That means that some parents may need to update their password when they log in to the new app.
Our goal at Kindo is to simplify school payments, giving you more time to focus on what really matters – your child’s education and well-being. If you have any questions or suggestions, our dedicated support team is here to assist you.
Take control of your child’s school expenses with the new Kindo app – download it today and experience the convenience firsthand!
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Jammies for June Charity Fundraiser
Thank you to everyone who supported our charity fundraiser today.
It was wonderful to see so many of our students dressed in their favorite pyjamas – it made for a very exciting day. With your generosity, we raised $594, which will be donated to the Middlemore Foundation. Thank you to all the families who sent in pyjamas; these will also be given to the Middlemore Foundation to help keep sick children warm this winter.
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Lockdown Drill
As part of our ongoing monitoring of our Emergency Procedures we had an indoor lockdown drill on the morning of Tuesday 18 June.
After the lockdown announcement was made, staff ensured all students were safe and quiet in their classrooms. At the end of the drill members of our Senior Leadership Team walked around the school releasing classes. These drills also test our indoor and outdoor speakers ensuring emergency announcements can be heard. Following the drills and the ‘all clear’ announcement was made, teachers completed a debrief document with their class.
In a genuine incident, should you become aware of a lockdown or evacuation at the school, can we please ask that you do not attend the school or phone, as we will not be able to respond. Your presence or contact may make it more difficult for us or the emergency services to manage a situation.
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SPORTS UPDATE:
Year 5 & 6 Basketball – Semester 2
There are a few players who are not returning so we have a limited number of spaces available in the Semester 2 Basketball teams.
Boys/Mixed League
The Year 5 & 6 Mixed/Boys League will be played on Wednesdays at Eventfinda Stadium, Silverfield, Glenfield between 3:40pm – 7pm.
Games commence on Wednesday 28th August 2024 and run for 13 weeks across Terms 3 and 4.
Girls League
Year 5 & 6 Girls Only League will be played on Tuesdays at Eventfinda Stadium, YMCA, Massey Uni and AUT. 3:30pm – 8:15pm. (Having a team in this league will depend on numbers of girls wanting to play). Games commence on Tuesday 27th August 2024.
The fees will be approximately $95 per student and will be loaded onto your MyKindo account for payment before the start of the season. Parents are responsible to transport their children to and from the venue. Registration closes Friday 5th July .
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR BASKETBALL
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Year 5 & 6 Table Tennis
Games are played at the North Harbour Table Tennis Centre (behind the YMCA) in Akoranga Drive, Northcote, every Wednesday from 5pm – 7pm. Session dates: Wednesday 31 July – Wednesday 25 September. Year 5 and 6 students only.
Estimated cost will be $40 per student and will be loaded onto your MyKindo account for payment before the start of the season. Parents are responsible to transport their children to and from the venue. Registration closes Monday 22 July.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR TABLE TENNIS
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North Harbour Flippa Ball League
Games are played at AUT Millenium Sports Centre, 17 Antares Place, Rosedale, Sunday afternoons anywhere from 1:00pm – 7:30pm. Game time 20 minutes. Session dates: Sunday 4th August – Sunday 22nd September. Year 4, 5 and 6 students only. Students need to be very strong swimmers to play Flippa Ball.
Estimated cost will be $80 per student and will be loaded onto your MyKindo account for payment before the start of the season. Parents are responsible to transport their children to and from the venue. Registration closes Friday 5th July.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR FLIPPA BALL
For more information on any of the above sports please contact the Sports Organiser: Rachel Olliver, email rolliver@sunnybrae.school.nz
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PTA UPDATE:
Madagascar Tickets
Thank you for entering our lucky draw! We are thrilled to announce that the winner is Phoenix de Silva! We also want to extend our gratitude to everyone who participated. Your contributions helped us raise $185, which will go towards our new playground. Stay tuned for more PTA events and opportunities to win prizes!
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Naming your child’s school items
Please ensure all items that come to school are clearly named. This includes
clothing, drink bottles, lunchboxes, shoes, school bags and swimwear. We do our very best to get the named items back to your children as soon as possible. We appreciate your cooperation.
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Due to Matariki next Friday, there will be no school newsletter published in Week 9.
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Kind regards
Lorene Hurd, Principal
SUNNYBRAE NORMAL SCHOOL
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