Mr. Reades update.

Hi everyone, We are nearing the end of the term. Its hard to believe that we are halfway through the year.

I have decided to stop homework for the remainder of the term. I have asked the children to keep reading each night as this has proven to help with lifting their levels and self confidence.
I also asked the children to continue practicing their times tables. (Focus on 2, 4, 5, 10x).

Parent interviews are on Tuesday and the response has been very positive. Please remember that if you wish to see me about your child then you will need to return your slip before Friday.
I only have times AFTER 5.30pm left.

I am always here for you to see if required.

Have a great week everyone!!

David 'tows the line' with Goliath

It was penned as a easy win for the Italians. A hame against 'no-hopers and part timers'. This couldn't be further from the truth as the All Whites laid out a convincing challenge to the Italians that almost left the reigning world champs in a shock loss.
Although NZ finished with a 1-1 draw, it meant an historic moment in NZ Football history.
There is no denying that our National Football team is pretty "All White!!"

Parent - Teacher interview / conference

These will be held on Tuesday of week 11 so mark this date in your diaries.

This is a great chance to meet the teacher and discuss your child and how they are going. We will also look at 'where to next'.

I look forward to seeing you there.

The school will be closed from 2pm and interviews will run at 15 min intervals until 8pm.

Personalize funny videos and birthday eCards at JibJab!

Sports Update with Cory and Sasha

"Hurray" FIFA World Cup tomorrow. Lets give the All Whites all the support we can.
"Three cheers for the All Whites"
The FIFA World Cup opening is at 12:00am on friday. First game will be at 1:00am so we'll be ready for some football excitement.
It is in South Africa or you can watch it on TV ONE. Everyone have a sporty weekend

Reporter for the week - Georgia

Today is the big day for Miss Yardley as she 'ties the knot' in the lovely Island of Rarotonga. As a tribute to her, we have a video of her and Mrs Ward (also in Raro for the wedding) showing their dancing prowess at a school disco two-three years ago.

Congrats Miss Yardley from the Un4gettable team!!

Crazy facts from the NZCU North Jimmy J SaversClub.

1. Dolphins only let one half of the brain sleep at one time and always sleep with one eye open.
2. Mosquitoes have 47 teeth
3. Emus can't walk backwards
4. A goldfish has a memory span of 3 seconds (I can think of some children like that)
5. Zebras can't see the colour orange.
6. Chickens can't swallow while they are upside down

Makes you wonder how they know some of these things doesn't it??!!

...and we think we have weather problems?

Due to the immense tropical storm Agatha, the city of Guatemala was thrown into a state of emergency as the torrential rain and flooding opened up a large sinkhole in the middle of a busy intersection. Swallowing a three story building and one other small building. It is believed that a security guard was killed in the collapse. Authorities say that it is a miracle that more people weren't killed.

The hole measures 66 feet (20m) across and plunges nearly 100 feet (approx 30m)

Although geologists are excited by this event, locals are baffled and shaken.

Makes you feel a little better about the rain we have had...

Find out about other large holes on earth.