Newsletter 25th November 2024

From the Principal

It has been a busy few weeks in the lead up to the end of the year. It is great to see we are getting more days with no rain so the field is dry enough for the students to use. 

SCHOOL REPORTS AND CLASSES FOR 2025                                                       

School reports will be sent home on Friday 13 December.  On Friday 20th your child will see their classroom and teacher for 2025. We remind all students that the reports are addressed to you as parents and unless they have your permission, they are not to open them.

Optional Parent Interviews                                                                                              

The reports are sent out early to allow time for any parents to meet with their child’s teacher should you wish to. Please contact your child's teacher directly or through the school office.

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – Friday 20TH DECEMBER                                                                                                

School closes 1 pm on the last day of school.  Please arrange for your child/ren to be collected at this time or alternatively, the After School Programme will be available if you have previously enrolled.

JUMPERS, JACKETS AND HEAT RASH                                                                          

The children are reminded to put their jackets and jumpers in their bags when they take them off. It is getting much warmer so we are encouraging students on warm days to leave their jumpers etc at home to save them from getting lost or getting heat rash.

Heat rash                                                                                                              

Miliaria rubra (A), one type of heat rash, appears as clusters of small, inflamed blister-like bumps that can produce intense itching. Miliaria crystallina (B), another type of heat rash, appears as clear, fluid-filled bumps that don't hurt or itch.

Heat rash usually goes away once the skin cools down. Severe forms of the condition might need treatment from a health care provider.

INTER SCHOOL ATHLETICS RESULTS

Fantastic result from the girls representing our school. We were very proud of all our representatives

EVENTS COMING UP   

Week 8 Starting December 2nd 

School wide fun athletics event - Wednesday

New Parent Meeting - Thursday 

Senior School - BigFoot Adventure - Friday

 Week 9 Starting December 9th 

Board of Trustees Meeting –Tuesday 

Student reports go home – Friday December 13th

Week 10 Starting December 16th 

School Duty Awards Ceremony – Tuesday 17th December - 9:15 am 

Junior School End of Year Celebration –Wednesday 18th December - 9:15 am

Middle School End of Year Celebration –Wednesday 18th December - 11:45 am

Senior School Graduation Assembly- Thursday 19 December - 9:15 am

Last day of the school year – Friday 20th school finishes at 1 pm                                                                          

 STATIONERY 2025

Stationery will be available to order online via MySchool from December 1st.

Cost expected to be:

Year 1 - New to School $50

Year 1 - Returning $43

Year 2 - $58

Year 3-4 $46

Year 5-6 $40

 SCHOOL HOLIDAY OFFICE & UNIFORM SHOP HOURS

School Office -

Monday 20th January - Wednesday 22nd January 8am - 12pm

Thursday 23rd January - Friday 24th January 12pm - 4pm

Tuesday 28th January - Friday 31st January 9am - 12pm

Monday 3rd February - Wednesday 5th February 9am - 3pm

Uniform Shop -

Monday 20th January - Wednesday 22nd January 8am - 10am

Thursday 23rd January - Friday 24th January 2pm - 4pm

 SCHOOL DATES FOR 2025

Term 1 – Friday 7 February - Friday 11 April 

Term 2 - Monday 28 April - Friday 27 June

Term 3 - Monday 14 July - Friday 19 September

Term 4 - Monday 6 October - Friday 19 December

Mufti Day Friday 6th December

Come along in mufti on Friday 6th December and bring along a can of food or any non-perishable food item. The Foodbank has been supporting the needy and homeless in our local community and surrounding areas. 

Sports News

HPPA Athletics – Wednesday, 13th November 2024

Pakuranga Heights School had an outstanding day at the HPPA Athletics, showcasing the true spirit of sportsmanship, respect, and determination. Our talented competitors gave it their all across a variety of events, including sprints, high jump, shot put, and long jump.

The inter-school competition brought together incredible athletes from across the area, creating an inspiring and exciting atmosphere. Our students not only delivered strong performances but also cheered one another on, demonstrating our school values both on and off the field.

Congratulations to all our participants for their effort, resilience, and teamwork. We are so proud of the way you represented Pakuranga Heights School!

School Lunches

Lunches now available on Thursdays from 2025

From the Community

Eastern Busway station opens three years early A new bus station at Botany Town Centre is set to provide immediate benefits for the community and will serve as a crucial link for the Eastern Busway when the project is completed in 2027. Transport Minister and MP for Pakūranga, Simeon Brown cut the ribbon for the bus station on Friday 15 November to mark its official opening on Sunday 17 November – three years ahead of schedule.