Best Speaker in Years we have Listened too!

Below are comments from staff and Board Members who are attending our Teacher Only Day run by Dr Joseph Driessen on "Parenting Boys for Success at School"

There are still seats available for tonights seminar, 7.00pm at the Whangaparaoa Golf Club.  $10.00 per ticket, refreshments provided. Door sales available. 

"Having experienced half of the session with Joseph today, I’ve got so many notes and action points to take into our parenting for our two boys.  Additionally, as a board member, I’m so proud of the leadership of Gulf Harbour School in bringing Dr Driessen to develop our already great teachers.  I recommend to any parents of boys to make the time tonight to attend, you won’t regret it."

Tony Naidu – Parent and Board Member Gulf Harbour School

"Great strategies to empower our boys as learners, as teachers and parents."

Kirstin R. teacher

"This is a great opportunity to confirm those things that you’re doing right and perhaps a few tools to help you be an even better parent to your boys! I’ve learnt a lot and my family as a whole will benefit from this. Don’t miss it!" 

Vanessa Bradley, Parent and Board Member

"Dr Diessen comes at this whole issue from a great perspective, that is, what do you need to do to create a great learning environment? A sub set of this is boys and what they need, to be great learners. Highly recommended!"

Max Brown Teacher

Highly Recommended Night not to be Missed!!

Below are comments from staff and Board Members who are attending our Teacher Only Day run by Dr Joseph Driessen on "Parenting Boys for Success at School"

There are still seats available for tonights seminar, 7.00pm at the Whangaparaoa Golf Club.  $10.00 per ticket, refreshments provided. Door sales available. 

"Having experienced half of the session with Joseph today, I’ve got so many notes and action points to take into our parenting for our two boys.  Additionally, as a board member, I’m so proud of the leadership of Gulf Harbour School in bringing Dr Driessen to develop our already great teachers.  I recommend to any parents of boys to make the time tonight to attend, you won’t regret it."

Tony Naidu – Parent and Board Member Gulf Harbour School

"Great strategies to empower our boys as learners, as teachers and parents."

Kirstin R. teacher

"This is a great opportunity to confirm those things that you’re doing right and perhaps a few tools to help you be an even better parent to your boys! I’ve learnt a lot and my family as a whole will benefit from this. Don’t miss it!" 

Vanessa Bradley, Parent and Board Member

"Dr Diessen comes at this whole issue from a great perspective, that is, what do you need to do to create a great learning environment? A sub set of this is boys and what they need, to be great learners. Highly recommended!"

Max Brown Teacher

School Closed Monday 7th April, 2014

Teacher Only Day

Before and After School Care Holiday Programme

 2nd Week of School Holidays 28th April - 2nd May

We are delighted to be offering child care in the second week of the holidays

All bookings must be received by no later than Friday the 11^th April. Email: asc@ghs.school.co.nz

Children must bring morning tea and lunch. For those who are staying for the afternoon programme we will be providing afternoon tea.

Examples of some of our programme activities are: 

Explores Treasure Hunt to Waterfall Gully

 Puppet making

 Revisiting ‘Old Times Day’ (children to come dressed up in old time clothes) 

Egg and spoon races 

Sack racing

Baking scones 

Old time craft

Fun at the movies – design your own ice cream Sunday and create it – eat it

Full programme content will be available shortly

Pricing as per below

Our programme will be open from 7.00 to 6.00 (see prices below)

7.00 to 8.30 $12.00

7.30 to 8.30 $8.00

8.00 to 8.30 $4.00

8.30 to 3.00 $26.00

3.00 to 4.00 $8.00

3.00 to 5.00 $13.00

3.00 to 6.00 $17.00

For example John Smith is booked in from 8.00am to 6.00pm the total cost will be $47.00

Film for Flowers

Did you know that bees are dying around the world? It’s a sticky problem that needs our help.

Come join us for a film fundraiser on April 10^th to watch Queen of the Sun. An American documentary that brings the world of bees alive, looking at why their dying and what we can do to care for bees.

Show runs from 6.00 -7.30pm. Bring a cushion; chairs available for seating as well.

Prices as below;

·       Adult koha (2 adults, or 1 adult & 1 student (11 years and over), $8

·       Individual koha $5

·       Children (up to 10 years) Gold coin donation. This will help cover the film license fee. 

·       There will also be a donation bucket for flowers. All money raised from this will go towards buying flowers for our school gardens to make it a bee friendly school.

There will be yummy homemade baking for sale & drinks. See front office for tickets, which go on sale on Thursday 3rd April.

Watch Queen of the Sun Movie - April 10th

Film for Flowers

Did you know that bees are dying around the world? It’s a sticky problem that needs our help.

Come join us for a film fundraiser on April 10^th to watch Queen of the Sun. An American documentary that brings the world of bees alive, looking at why their dying and what we can do to care for bees.

Show starts at 6-7.30pm. Bring a cushion; chairs available for seating as well.

Prices as below;

·      Adult koha (2 adults, or 1 adult & 1 student (11 years and over), $8

·      Individual koha $5

·      Children (up to 10 years) Gold coin donation. This will help cover the film license fee. 

·      There will also be a donation bucket for flowers. All money raised from this will go towards buying flowers for our school gardens to make it a bee friendly school.

There will be yummy homemade baking for sale & drinks. See front office for tickets, which go on sale on Thursday.

Gulf Harbour School Inaugural PTA Meeting - Tuesday 11th March

Interested in joining the Gulf Harbour School PTA???

Come along and see why we need a PTA and the relationship between the BOT and PTA. Fundraising ideas for 2014.

7.30pm in the Staffroom - tomorrow Tuesday 11th March.

Teacher Only Day Childcare at Gulf Harbour School

Teacher Only Day

Monday 7th April 2014

Before and After school care

Our programme will be open from 7.00am to 6.00pm (see prices below)

7.00am - 8.30am $12.00

                                                             7.30am - 8.30am $8.00

                                                             8.00am -  8.30am $4.00

8.30am - 3.00pm $26.00

                                                             3.00pm - 4.00pm $8.00

3.00pm - 5.00pm $13.00

3.00pm - 6.00pm $17.00

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For example John Smith is booked in from 8.00am to 6.00pm the total cost will be $47.00

We are providing an onsite program which will include Cooking, craft, outdoor/indoor games and a movie (to be confirmed) on the day.

Afternoon tea will be provided.  Children need to bring morning tea, lunch, a hat and a change of clothes.

Payment and bookings need to be confirmed and paid for by Wednesday 2^nd April

Email bookings or enquiries on

asc@ghs.school.nz

Friday Mufti Day to Support Kiara Angel Walk - Friday 28th February

Rainbow themed Mufti Day - Friday 28th February in support of Kiara's Angel Walk 

Dress up in your favourite rainbow colours and please bring along a gold coin donation.

See details of the Sunday walk below. Please support it.

Kiara's Angel Walk

Kiara’s Angel Walk is now in its third year and its popularity as a fun community event has encouraged organisers to ensure it becomes a regular feature in the Summer calendar. The event is held on National Children’s Day and fundraises for The Child Cancer Foundation.

Kiara’s Angel Walk begins with a walk around the beautiful Te Ara Tahuna, Orewa Estuary Walkway, concluding with a Family Funday at the Western Reserve, Orewa.

When: 9am Sunday, 2nd March 2014.

Where: Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Walkway, Orewa.

Course: Walk or cycle the 2km or 7km course.

Theme: Dress up, have fun and join the colourful procession of purple, wings, butterflies and rainbows.

Every year, before the walk begins, we release hundreds of lilies into the Orewa Estuary as a symbol of remembrance. It is a beautiful site to watch them float out over the water as we make our way along the walkway. The release is in honour of all the children who are diagnosed with cancer each year, the angels who walk amongst us and also a tribute to the memory of angels who have passed.

The wider community and all walkers are invited to join in the Family Funday at Western Reserve, bring the family and enjoy some fabulous entertainment, children’s rides, food stalls and fun atmosphere!

The event aims to provide the community with a spectacular day out with the emphasis on fun for the whole family on National Children’s Day.

We encourage all participants young and old to have some fun and dress up for the event. The themes are purple, butterflies and rainbows (all Kiara's favourite things) so get your work colleagues, family and friends together and get creative!

The walk starts at 9am from Pohutukawa Reserve, Red Beach.

Senior School Swimming Sports - Leisure Centre Stanmore Bay Wednesday 26th February

All students Year 5 - 8 will be participating in at least 2 events relevant to their ability.  Come along and watch from 10.00am - 2.00pm. Students will be travelling by bus to and from the Leisure Centre.
These are the things that they will need to take on the trip:

• Water bottle
• Morning tea and lunch
• Towel and togs/swimming gear (worn under their school uniform)
• Bag to put wet towels and togs into

Milk at Gulf Harbour School

MILK FOR SCHOOLS is starting in our school next week 17th February.

From Monday to Thursday every week, your child will receive chilled milk supplied by Fonterra.

Milk will be delivered to your child's class and consumed on site.  There is a recycling programme as part of this, also provided by Fonterra.

Should you not wish your child to receive this milk, please inform your child's teacher.

We see this as a very positive initiative for the child of New Zealand.

School Starts Monday 3rd February 2014

Hoping you are all enjoying the last week of beautiful weather with your families.

We are looking forward to seeing everyone back on Monday 3rd February.  Welcome to all the new families who are joining our school.

School Office & Uniform Shop Hours during the Holidays

The School Office & Uniform Shop will be open for new enrolments and uniform purchases on the following days:

Tuesday 21st January, 2014  9.00am - 3.00pm

Thursday 23rd January, 2014 9.00am - 3.00pm

To purchase uniform online please go to the following link: http://www.gulfharbour.school.nz/index.php?page=gulf-harbour-school-uniforms 

Devices at School Meeting Wednesday 4 December

Mobile Devices Do you want to learn about devices at GHS? Wondering how we have used our iPads this year? Are you thinking about a mobile device for your child? Are you considering some useful educational apps for your existing device? We will be running a meeting on Wednesday 4th December 7:00pm in the staffroom at school. You can also check out our blog.  http://theipadpod.blogspot.co.nz

It's interesting to hear students talking about devices. They often love the engagement and opportunities that devices provide...

Books for Sale

Withdrawn Book Sale (books no longer is use in the library) in Room 7, half an hour before and after school for the next 2 weeks.

Reminder to please return all school library books for stock take.  Last day for returns 6th December.

Toys Please!

Toytastic Toy Sale  - Please help us to Help The Phillipines

We are raising money for the Phillipines. There was a huge storm and we would like to raise money for them by collecting toys to sell at school.

Ten thousand people were killed. Many of them do not have food, water or a house to live in. We have decided that we are going to do a toy sale to raise money for them.

So it is going to be on Thursday 28th November.  Please bring lots and lots of toys that we can sell. It is going to be toytastic!  Pease bring some money in to buy some toys on this day.

Do YOU have any toys or games at home that you don’t play with anymore? Please bring them in as soon as possible. Keep them in your classroom and straight after morning bell, one of our Toytastic Toy Team members will collect them.

You can bring dolls, stuffed toys, board games, robotic toys, anything in good condition. No broken toys, books, technology please.

We hope that with your help, we can raise enough money to help the Phillipines to rebuild their lives. Thanks SO much....

SEE YOU THERE!  Rose, Tatum, Liam, Taya and Christina.

Are you a Certified Water Wise Sailing Instructor?

We are looking for Water Wise Sailing instructors to assist our Year 5 & 6 teachers with a proposed trip to Big Manly Beach on 11th & 12th December.  If you are available and would like to help us with this activity please contact Jo Paget (Room 13), j.paget@ghs.school.nz or Mary Carter (Room 14), m.carter@ghs.school.nz 

The GHS Flying Man Challenge - Sunday November 24

Bunnings Help With Our Butterfly Garden

Room 21 and 4 have been working hard to create a butterfly garden for the school. Bunnings have kindly offered to help with the the fencing. The students are very excited and have learnt so much about butterflies and what they need.

School Athletics Postponed

School athletics postponed today due to bad weather. It will be hand next Tuesday 12 November.