ASHBURTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL P O Box 294 ASHBURTON 144 Cass Street ASHBURTON Phone: (03) 308-9563 Phone & Fax: (03) 308-9564 Email: office@ashinter.school.nz NEWSLETTER No 2, 19 February 2014 From the Principal, Mr Gavin Cooper The term is well underway and the students are settling quickly into their new environment. We all now look forward to meeting our Parents and Whanau next Tuesday at our annual BBQ at the school 5.45 pm to 7 pm in the Courtyard. WEBSITE We are in the process of upgrading our website and we are collating the necessary information for the new site. It is hoped that the site will be ready early next term. The intention is to keep the site as up to date as possible so parents and caregivers can keep track of everything that we are doing at school. I will let you know when it is finished and ready to go. SWIMMING SPORTS Well done to all those who competed in the swimming sports, it is great to see you giving it a go. It was a smoothly run event so well done to Mrs Mears and her team for their excellent efforts. CAMPS AND AQUATIC DAYS These two activities are due to start over the next couple of weeks. Our first camp heads away on March 3 rd and our first Aqua day will be on February 21 st. I know the year sevens are all excited about their day at the lake, let s hope the weather plays the game and any predicted rain stays away. OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS It has come to my attention that one of our pupils has been performing very well on the tennis court lately. Sam Bubb has been chosen to train with the Canterbury Development Squad as well as performing well in recent tournaments. He recently won the Mid Canterbury A Reserve Gala Cup mixed doubles with ex intermediate pupil of 2013, Erin Connelly-Whyte. Ka Kite Gavin Cooper Principal/Tumuaki
CALENDAR OF EVENTS 24 February 7/5 Aquatics 24 February School Leaders Leadership Course, all week 25 February Families of Yr 7 & 8 BBQ in Courtyard at 5.45 pm. Replies to Class Teacher 25 February Board Meeting 7 pm Boardroom 26 February 7/4 Aquatics 27 February 7/3 Aquatics 27 February Mid Canty Primary Schools Triathlon at Hampstead School 28 February 7/1 Aquatics 28 February Postponement day for Triathlon 3-7 March 8/1 and 8/2 camp Mr Jones & Miss Van Vliet to Peel Forest 4 March County Swimming begins 12 noon 5 March 7/2 Aquatics 10-14 March 8/6 and 8/7 camp Mr Gleason & Ms Butcher to Peel Forest 12 March Intermediate Champs Triathlon to be held at Pegasus Chch 17-21 March 8/3 and 8/5 Camp Miss Tonks & Mrs Melrose to Peel Forest 18 March Parent Interviews School Closes 2 pm this day 19 March Parent Interviews School Closes 2 pm this day 24-28 March 8/4 Mrs Mears Camp to Peel Forest 15 April Inter-Intermediate Swimming Sports Selwyn Aquatic Centre Chch 17 April Last day of term SCHOOL ACCOUNTS We have recently posted out school fee accounts and would be grateful for prompt payment. We are very happy for parents/caregivers to pay the school fees by way of automatic payment or internet banking. If you would like to do this please phone Tania Smith extension 702 to get details. POSTIE PLUS/SCHOOLTEX SCHOOL UNIFORMS We are advised by Postie that as from 24 February all Schooltex stock will be transferring to THE WAREHOUSE. There may be difficulties obtaining uniform items next week, and trading of Schooltex at The Warehouse will begin 1 March PUBLIC NOTICES: HAMPSTEAD RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB JAB Registration Day For grades U6-U14.5 SATURDAY FEB 22 nd FROM 10AM -1PM; Hampstead Clubrooms Enquires: Vaughan Ward 0277681722 ALLENTON RUGBY CLUB Muster day for the Allenton Rugby is Friday 21st February 2014 from 5:00pm - 6:00pm for JAB Players (U6 - U16) and 6:30-7:00pm for senior players. Subs for the 2014 are as follows and are payable at the muster day: U6, U7, U8 $30 All other JAB Grades $50; Players receive a mouth guard and ball once subs are paid. Enquiries please contact our JAB Club Captain, Peter Leonard on 027-433-264. COLLEGIAGE RUGBY CLUB JAB registration 20 th February 5-7pm Smithfield Road Clubrooms; All players welcome U6- U13 grades Contact Jeremy Rooney 0273130173 ALLENTON HOCKEY CLUB invites all students interested in playing hockey this year to contact the club at: brendonandsharon@xtra.co.nz p. 308 2696 c. 0274 378 819 Hockey season starts the first week of April, player registrations required by 7 th March; Allenton Hockey has teams in all junior grades from Year 1 to Year 12 Year s 7-8 play on Tuesday nights; Join a fun club and an exciting sport.
TINWALD RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB 2014 Season Registration When: Wednesday 19 th February 2014 Time: 5-7pm Where: Tinwald Rugby Clubrooms, Maronan Road Sub Prices: U6-U13 = $50 U14.5 = $65 U16 = $90 Senior B = $90 3 or More Family Members In U13 Down, May Qualify For A Capped Sub Price Please Enquire! Eftpos available: 10% discount on all subs if paid on the night!!! Internet Banking Also Available: See Susan on the night or on 027 335 1801 We look forward to meeting you all, If you can t make it and would like to register, contact Susan Soal (027 335 1801) or Reece Wallington (022 108 4289) *****Free Sausage Sizzle***** ALLENTON NETBALL CLUB 2014 Season The netball season is back and we are ready for another exciting year. If your child/children are interested in playing netball this season for the Allenton Netball Club, below are some dates to remember: Trials (Yr 7 & 8): Tuesday 25 February from 6.30pm to 8pm; Thursday 27 February from 6.30pm to 8pm; Sunday 2 March from 11.30 (if needed) ALL TRIALS TO BE PLAYED AT ALLENTON NETBALL CLUB,MELROSE ROAD COURTS PLEASE NOTE:If you are a year 8 player who is wishing to learn to umpire please let us know at the time of registration. If you are unable to attend registration or a trial date, or you would just like more information please phone Amy McIntyre 027 518 1000 or 307 0045 (evenings) TINWALD SOUTH NETBALL Trials for Year 7&8 will be held on 26 February at 3.45 pm at the Mid Canterbury Netball Courts. Any queries contact Deanna Bell Ph 3080097 Come on a Great Family Adventure in Nepal 11th April 3rd May 2014 Experience the simplicity of life in the Himalayas Trek in stunning scenery Abseil, rock climb and zip line close to the Tibetan border Explore the lakeside town of Pokhara Go on an elephant back jungle safari Visit our community education projects Enjoy luxury hotels mixed with the authentic experience of Nepali villages Join our personalised three week tour with the directors of the charity First Steps Himalayawww.firststepshimalaya.org Email: greatadventures@firststepshimalaya.org Ph: (03) 5451903 PARENT to PARENT Greater Canterbury Would you like: information on your child s disability, health impairment or special needs contact with a parent who has a child with a similar condition to be part of our coffee groups and activities Phone: 03 365 3239 or 0508 236 236 Email: gtrcanterbury@parent2parent.org.nz Website: www.parent2parent.org.nz
MID CANTERBURY HOCKEY Hockey is a fast-flowing and exciting sport that thousands of Kiwis enjoy every year. Hockey is also NZ s only mainstream team sport which features at Olympic, World Cup and Commonwealth Games. Mid Canterbury Hockey s winter competition starts Friday 4 April, so don t delay contact a Hockey Club today! Small Sticks (Kiwi) Hockey Introducing basic hockey skills to children, 5 years and older, through game based activities which focus on having fun! Dates: Mon 3 rd, Wed 5 th, Mon 10 th & Wed 12 th March Times: 3.45 pm 4.45 pm Venue: Mid Canterbury Hockey s Turf, Ashburton Domain $5 fee for all four sessions, pay and register at the first session. All equipment provided. Junior Super Six Hockey Tournament Enter a Club or School team in the Junior Super Six Hockey Tournament. (Year 1 to 8) Dates: Wed 19 th & Wed 26 th March Times: 4 pm onwards Venue: Mid Canterbury Hockey s Turf, Ashburton Domain Registration forms are available on our website. Register by Monday 10 March. Allenton Hockey Club Alison Aschen 302 7656 Collegians Hockey Club Kieren O Grady 308 3399 Collegiate Hockey Club Angela Christie 307 0660 Hampstead Hockey Club Kevin McCosker 302 3898 Methven Hockey Club Ruth Fitzgerald 302 1804 Rakaia Hockey Club Teresa Booker 302 0792 Tinwald Hockey Club Andrew Blain 0275 800 824 Wakanui Hockey Club Paula Davies 302 3008 For more information visit our website www.mchockey.co.nz email mchockey@hotmail.co.nz or contact Mid Canterbury Hockey Secretary, Sharon Robinson 027 251 7888 CRICKET SKILLS Garfield Charles - Cricket Development Officer is in school for 6 weeks. He is giving most of our classes regular sessions in the Fundamental Cricket Programme. This has been enjoyed by all pupils. SWIMMING SPORTS / HOUSE MUFTI DAY
SWIMMING SPORTS RESULTS 2014 Ashburton Community Pool February 14 th 10 YEAR BOYS FREESTYLE 1. Matthew Scammell 28.31 2. George Rosevear 3. Arch Amos 10 YEAR GIRLS FREESTYLE 1. Megan O Brien 24.59 2. Caitlin Blackwell 3. Georgia Muir 11 YEAR BOYS FREESTYLE 1. Mac Burdett 23.85 2. Nathan Johnstone 3. Abe O Donnell 11 YEAR GIRLS FREESTYLE 1. Zoe Beckley 20.94 2. Loren Hay 3. Isabella Roulston 12 YEAR BOYS FREESTYLE 1. Jared Scammell 21.13 2. Max Watson 3. Josh Giles 12 YEAR GIRLS FREESTYLE 1. Alex Dunn 21.68 3. Leigh Harrison 11 YEAR BOYS BACKSTROKE 1. Mac Burdett 21.09 2. Abe O Donnell 3. Jackson Winstone 11 YEAR GIRLS BACKSTROKE 1. Lucy Moore 29.50 2. Georgia Muir 3. Loren Hay 12 YEAR BOYS BACKSTROKE 1. Jared Scammell 25.47 2. Josh Giles 3. Max Watson 12 YEAR GIRLS BACKSTROKE 1. Leigh Harrison 25.91 3. Mollie Gibson 11YEAR BOYS BREASTSTROKE 1. Abe O Donnell 35.10 2. Jackson Winstone 3. Mac Burdett 11 YEAR GIRLS BREASTSTROKE 1. Zoe Beckley 31.25 2. Ellen Westwood 3. Danielle McArthur 12 YEAR BOYS BREASTSTROKE 1. Josh Giles 30.13 2. Max Watson 3. Jared Scammell 12 YEAR GIRLS BREASTSTROKE 1. Alex Dunn 28.03 3. Leigh Harrison OPEN BOYS BUTTERFLY 1. Jared Scammell 27.88 2. Josh Giles 3. Max Watson OPEN GIRLS BUTTERFLY 1. Alex Dunn 23.72 3. Zoe Beckley Class and House Relay Results for 2014 Yr 7 1st = 7/2 2nd = 7/1 3rd = 7/5 Yr 8 1st = 8/6 2nd =8/3 3rd = 8/4 Year 7 House Relay 1st = Green 2nd = Red 3rd = Yellow Year 8 House Relay 1st = Green 2nd = Yellow 3rd = Blue