Kia Manawanui

Pānui #18 / 23rd November 2017

Kia ora koutou, dear Parents, Whānau, and Friends,

Today and tomorrow I am attending a hui of the principals of the integrated Steiner Waldorf schools (the private schools Titirangi and Motueka are also invited). We meet quite regularly to discuss issues of nation-wide significance and plan ahead with regard to teacher training, relevant conferences etc. There is a lot of work being done at the national level, and I update you every now and then about the outcomes. The most recent one was, of course, the agreement with the ministry to expand our memorandum of understanding to encompass our relationship to national standards and the digital technologies curriculum, amongst other matters. National standards are, of course, off the table, so we envisage that there is work ahead to fully understand the implications in view of our own learning steps which we use to report against.

Next year preparations for “Waldorf 100” will be gathering steam, globally, nation-wide and in each school. Our wonderful volunteers Theresa and Jakob have shown great initiative to get the “postcard project” going, and you can read more about that in the next newsletter.

Next Friday our classes 4-7 will take part in the annual Kapa Haka Festival at Kapiti College. Please support this as much as you can, with transport and other assistance on the day. And, of course, do come along and support the tamariki through their performance. The ERO team who completed their review last week were very complimentary of how the children carried themselves during the mihi whakatau on Monday, and I agree. They practiced with enormous good-

will and patience to ensure that they would get it right. On that note, the review went well and we are expecting the unconfirmed report in about three weeks.

Noho ora mai,

Andrea Sorger

for the College of Teachers (Andrea Sorger, Aleka Beaumont, Elien Hoffmans, Lotti Henehan, Pavitra Murphy)

Te Rā Waldorf School, Te Rāwhiti Kindergarten, Nursery and Playgroups 89 Poplar Avenue 162 Wellington Road Raumati South Paekakariki Phone: 04 299 0812 Mobile: 021 2958618 Phone: 04 292 7072 e-mail: office@tera.school.nz www.tera.school.nz

Diary of Dates

Thursday 23rd November Weekly Te Rā Toymakers Meet 7-9pm Friday 24th November Raumati South Christmas Market 2-7pm Saturday 25th November Advent Wreath Making Day 9.30am-1pm Postponed till Sat 2 Dec

Monday 27th November Class 7 Play Community Performance in Hall 7:00pm (C7 students at school by 6:30pm please)

Monday 27th November Information Afternoon 2:30pm Monday 27th November Kids Artwork Orders due by 3pm Tuesday 28th November Class 7 Play Community Performance

in Hall 7:00pm (C7 students at school by 6:30pm please)

Tuesday 28th November Information Evening 7:00pm Wed 29 Nov- Fri 1 Dec Class 3 Camp Thursday 30th November Weekly Te Rā Toymakers Meet 7-9pm Friday 1st December Takiri o te Ata Kapa Haka Festival

Hosted at Kapiti College Classes 4-7 assemble at Te Rā 7:30am

Saturday 2nd December Advent Wreath Making Day 9.30am-1pm

Monday 4th December Raumati Kindergarten Groups Advent Festival

Monday 4th December BoT Election Nominations close 12 noon Mon 4 Dec – Fri 8 Dec Class 7 Camp Mon 4 Dec – Wed 6 Dec Class 4 Camp

Mon 4 Dec – Wed 6 Dec Class 6 Camp Thursday 7th December Weekly Te Rā Toymakers Meet 7-9pm Friday 8th December Hetty’s Farewell Picnic from 5:30pm Monday 11th December Class Meeting for C1, 2018, 6:30pm Wednesday 13th December Paekakariki Kindergarten Groups

Summer Festival Thursday 14th December BoT Meeting 7:00pm Thursday 14th December Weekly Te Rā Toymakers Meet 7-9pm Tuesday 19th December Class 7 Graduation Ceremony from 1pm Tuesday 19th December Last Day for Kindergartens Wednesday 20th December Last Day for School (Early 1pm Finish)

Term Dates 2018

Term Dates for 2018 are:

Term 1 Thursday, 1 February – Friday, 13 April Friday 2 February Kindergartens First Day Back Tuesday, 6 February Waitangi Day

Friday, 30 March Good Friday Monday, 2 April Easter Monday Tuesday, 3 April Easter Tuesday (no school or

kindergarten) Monday 9th April Teacher Development Day

Term 2 Monday, 30 April – Friday 6 July Monday, 4 June Queen’s Birthday

Tuesday, 5 June Teacher Development Day Term 3 Monday, 23 July – Friday, 28 September Monday, 27 August Mid-term break (TDD) Term 4 Monday, 15 October – Wednesday, 19 December Monday, 22 October Labour Day

2 November 1pm Finish- School and Kindergartens

3 November Open Day Tuesday, 18 Dec Last Day for Kindergartens

Wednesday, 19 Dec 1pm finish - School

From the Office

Kids Artwork Fundraiser All children in the school have been now been given an order form for our Kids Artworks fundraiser. Each child will be completing one piece of artwork at school on the paper provided. Parents have the option of making the Artwork into a calendar, cards, diaries, mouse mats as per the options on the

order form. They make great gifts for Christmas and also raise money for the school. Unfortunately we have a very short timeframe to accept orders, due to the end of term looming. Please return all orders and money to the school office by next Monday 3pm (27 November). Payments can be made by cash or eftpos at the office. Repeat orders can be arranged, please pick up a form from the office if you would like to take up this option.

Pledge Pack completion was due back 17th November We are very grateful to those parents that have completed the Pledge process. This involves completing the 2 yellow forms and returning this to the office either in hardcopy or via email. Engaging in the Pledge process confirms your child’s enrolment in next year’s class.

Making your pledge is a vital step in the budgeting process for the Kapiti Waldorf Trust as they fund the school’s special character curriculum, and capital improvements for the school, kindergarten and playgroups.

Pledge packs were also emailed to you, so you will have a copy in your inbox if you need another. Extra hardcopies can also be picked up from the office. Rick Zwart

Advent Wreath and Craft Day – on next Saturday, 2 Dec

Saturday, December 2nd 9:30 – 1:00pm Our wreath making day is here again next weekend. Please bring along any decorations and any special foliage you have to decorate your wreath. We will supply flax for tying the wreath together, some Manuka and other foliage. Please bring along other decorations, we will have ribbon available.

Candles will be for sale on the day, so please bring along cash if you would like to purchase them.

If you are able to help with the organising, please contact the school office.

Please bring a small plate for a shared morning tea. See you there!

Te Rā Toymakers

The Toymaking group has started early this year in anticipation of the Fair next year on Sunday the 8th April.

The workshop is open Thursday night’s 7–9pm. All welcome. If Thursday nights don’t suit let’s know what does. If you can make toys at home let’s know.

Any good ideas or questions please contact Paul Denford 027 246 3065 Katrina Sowry 021 502 903

BoT Elections

The school mid-term Trustee Elections are being held in December, and we need you to get involved.

Our school is governed by a democratically selected group of people called the Board of Trustees. These trustees make important decisions about our school's strategic direction, student progress, management, school culture and more.

Being a trustee is an important and rewarding role. Parents, caregivers and people from the wider community can all be trustees. We're looking for a range of people with a variety of skills and experiences, who believe in making a positive difference to our

children’s learning.

You will receive a Nomination Form in the mail. If you are interested in standing for election or nominating someone you know, please return the completed nomination forms by 12 noon on Monday 4th December 2017.

Nomination forms are also available in te reo Maori. Please contact the Returning Officer, Tonia Goodwin-Fox, if these are required, on 021 223-4993 or email tonia.goodwinfox@gmail.com.

If the Returning Officer for our School receives nominations for more

than two parent representatives, voting occurs. Election Day is Monday 18th December 2017.

Make sure your vote counts – vote for the candidates who bring the best skills to the table. All parents of full-time students can and should vote in the elections. Look for your voting papers in your letterbox and post them or bring them into school by noon Monday 18th December 2017.

Harvest Fair Next Year - Sunday 8th April 2018

The Fair Core Group are looking for someone to help with the raffle and silent auction. Please contact Tash 0212380731 or Marliesje 027 628 5101.

Te Rawhiti and Te Rā Vacancies

Kindergarten Teacher Full-time, Fixed-term

Our lovely Kereru group is looking for a wonderful, experienced teacher for term 1 2018, and possibly term 2. The Kereru group is one of three groups on our Raumati South site.

You will have a strong interest in Waldorf education; some Waldorf teaching experience is desirable. New Zealand teacher registration and a current practicing certificate are essential.

Please contact the Ta Rā Waldorf School office for an application pack. 04 2990812 office@tera.school.nz

Applications close 1 December 2017.

Kindergarten Teacher Part-time, Fixed-term

Te Rawhiti Kindergarten in Paekakariki is looking for an experienced teacher for one day per week, from term 1 2018. This kindergarten group is developing as an “outdoor kindergarten”, and a willingness to embrace this kaupapa is essential.

You will have a strong interest in Waldorf education; some Waldorf teaching experience is desirable. New Zealand teacher registration and a current practicing certificate are essential.

Please contact the Ta Rā Waldorf School office for an application

pack. 04 2990812 office@tera.school.nz

Applications close 1 December 2017.

Handwork Teacher Part-time, Permanent

For 2018 we are looking for a teacher to deliver the Waldorf handwork curriculum to our classes 1-4.

A solid understanding of Waldorf education is essential; experience with the Waldorf handwork curriculum would be ideal. New Zealand teacher registration and a current practicing certificate

are highly desirable.

Please contact the Ta Rā Waldorf School office for an application pack. 04 2990812 office@tera.school.nz

Applications close 1 December 2017.

Te Rā Pataka

Here is a photo of the recent roofing on the Pataka. Thank you to the help of class 5 parents; Ed, Myles, Braam, and sweets provided by Anita as well as help from students Owen, and sister Ffion getting this project further along. Let's keep the momentum up. Watch this space. Cheers, Mark

Message from Hetty

Tatou te whanau,

After teaching here at Te Rā for twelve years, I have decided to leave at the end of the year for new adventures to my life.

I have learned so much, grown and received such joy from all the children and families who have been in my kindergarten group. It is wonderful to see the children grow through school within the wider, caring, community.

I will be having a farewell picnic on Friday Dec 8th, with my present group of children and families. You are warmly welcome to join us from 5:30pm onwards in Queen Elizabeth Park, Paekakariki (straight down to the park and turn right). We will be at the Gum Tree!! Please bring kai to share. Wet weather option will be in the Paekakariki site kindergarten.

Arohanui Hetty

Te Rā Bees

Here are some photos from the recent swarm which class 6 and others saw coalesce in the Manuka, behind the woodworking area. They are now in the hive, busily building new comb and working fast, as of Tuesday, when Paul Denford and I looked in on them. From Mark

Raphael House Class 12 Play

Class 12 of 2017 would like to invite you all to their upcoming production of “The Cherry Orchard” which is widely considered to be Anton Chekhov’s greatest. Spend an evening immersing yourself, through laughter and tears, in the comings and goings of the intricate lives of Russian aristocracy in the late 19th century. Where: Petone West Gym, Raphael House Rudolf Steiner School Tickets from the bottom office at Raphael House early next week. If you attend Te Rā you can also order/collect your tickets via Te Ra School office. We look forward to seeing you there!

Community Notices and Advertising

These notices do not reflect the opinions of the editors.

Junior Summer Hockey 2017 Starts Monday 4th December, 4-5pm At the Kapiti Sports Turf (off Mazengarb Rd, Paraparaumu) Only $15 per child – payable in advance Primary school 6 aside social hockey for school years 5-8 (class 4-7) and competent year 4’s (class 3). Register before Friday 1st Dec https:/goo.gl/forms/oiCUAxMzVV50eyAf2 or visit the Kapiti Hockey Club website www.kapitihockey.org.nz/primary

Junior Summer Hockey 2018

Feb 12th Feb to 12th Mar, $25pp Mondays, 4-5pm Primary school 6 aside social hockey for school years 5-8 (class 4-7) and competent year 4’s (class 3). Kāpiti Youth Orchestra auditions for 2018 Are coming up on 26th November, and we invite all young musicians in Kāpiti to join our exciting program. If you play an orchestral instrument and are between 9 - 19 years old KYO might just be what you’re looking for! An incredibly vibrant orchestra with a fantastic program that includes music camp,

collaborating in combined workshops with other youth orchestras, and the terrific experience of playing in our annual concert at Southwards auditorium. Joining the orchestra suddenly gives music students a real purpose and rewards all their individual practice. Throughout the year there are many opportunities to learn from peers and participate in focused tutorials including with professional members of the NZSO. Being part of KYO is an excellent way to broaden your experience, become a skilled and agile musician, and is a complimentary part to any musical education.

The date set for auditions is Sunday 26th November from 10am

to 2 or 3pm. You will be allocated an audition time and emailed further information about how to prepare and where to come, when we receive your registration. Chris our conductor will send out audition music on 16th Nov - yes that’s rather soon! So please do sign up ASAP to ensure you receive yours without delay.

SPREAD THE WORD! Please do pass this message on to anyone whom you think might be interested, traditionally most of our members first hear about us through their friends and music

teachers, and those of you who have already observed or experienced the thrills of playing in KYO are the very best people to pass the information and enthusiasm on.

This is what one Kāpiti music teacher says “Playing with an orchestra means you are part of something that is far greater than what you could ever do alone. It stretches your ability and confidence. It gives you incentive to practice. It makes you friends and leads to greater things. Playing an instrument without being in a group is like learning to swim without going in the water. KYO is a friendly and supportive orchestra and I strongly advise my students to be part of it.” Donna Eldridge, french horn teacher.

All information for 2018 members can be found by following this link to the form on our website >>>>>>>>>

REGISTER HERE https://kyomusic.nz/kyo-2016-application-form/

By the way - even if you are unable to make the 26th, please do still fill in the form and just add a note in the comment box at the end. If you need a specific time of day i.e morning or afternoon, you can also request this on the form. Time slots will be allocated on a first-come-first-served basis, so get in quick if you require something specific. The Registrations Form will remain open until the beginning of Term 1 but we really encourage you to register now and attend the auditions on 26th when we have an entire day booked out for this purpose.

We very much look forward to seeing you on auditions day, and to

the great program we have planned for 2018! Flo McNeill Kāpiti Youth Orchestra Chair & Manager Tel: 021 139 3581 Web: www.kyomusic.nz Facebook: www.facebook.com/KapitiYouthOrchestra Generation Zipped – Roxy Cinema Wed 29 Nov 8pm Brought to you by Health Evolution A solution orientated documentary, that reveals the alarming health hazards of our wireless age.

Special showing. Tickets limited to 160 seats. Buy online http://healthevolution.co.nz/genzapped Electric Bicycles If you are interested in purchasing or finding out more about E-Bikes please contact Menno on 022 556 3666. He has a wonderful range of options available, from mountain bikes to cruisers.

Spirit of the Word Courses 2018 At Rudolf Steiner Centre Hastings

New 5-Day Introductory Course 7th – 12th January 2018 New Three Week Orientation Course: 7th – 26th January

2018 EARLY BIRD ENROLMENT CLOSES: 15th December 2017. Please see our Introductory Course poster on: https://spiritofthewordschool.wordpress.com For Professional Development, for teachers and others, we recommend the full ‘Orientation Course’, where possible. Contact: T – 06 8577113; E – spiritofthewordschool@gmail.com Lotus Eco Village Interested in living more lightly on the earth on the Kapiti Coast? Interested in knowing your neighbours better? Would you

like to live in an intentional community, sharing resources, biodynamic gardening, respecting each other and Mother Nature, in harmony with the Universe? If this sounds like you and you would like to know more, please RSVP by emailing lotus.eco.village.nz@gmail.com for an Information Afternoon on Sunday the 10th of December at 3pm. Phone enquiries to Ralph Wallace 027 2891422 Raumati South Village - Christmas Market Friday 24 November 2017, 2-7pm

Tennis Court Road Hall Tikky/Kristie Mob: 022 177 0945 Car For Sale 2006 Suzuki Aerio, 1800cc, 4-door sedan, automatic, white, 69000km, $7,900ono, Ph. 021 223-4993 Free Range Duck Eggs $5 per half dozen, contact us at ValleyRoadProduce@gmail.com to order, and simply pick up the eggs from the school office. Easy goodness, Hana & Christian Babysitting Seirian Borren-Robertson (15yrs), ex Te Ra student is available for babysitting. Lots of experience with children of all ages, $10 an hour. Ph 021 0816 0297.

Work Wanted Do you need a pair of helping hands around your home? Someone to help with: - house work - light gardening - running errands - kindy/school pick-ups - etc... I'm a mum of two Te Rawhiti children, looking to make a bit of $ to supplement our family income. Ideally I'd like to work within school hours, during term time, but can be flexible. I'm happy to do one-off jobs or something on a regular basis. I am respectful, reliable and trust-worthy, love to help people out, and adore children! Call, text, email, or stop me for a chat. I'd be happy to negotiate a really reasonable rate based on what it is you need a hand with.

Norrita ph/txt: 02102284903 email: misszuki@yahoo.com" Housesitter Available Are you going away this holiday season? Would you like an experienced, reliable and mature person to care for your home, garden and/or pets? I'm available for housesits of a few days, a week, or longer. I can do your lawns, collect your mail, water your garden and care for your cats, chooks, ducks, birds, fish or dogs. If you'd like a reassuring presence at your place while you're away, call or email me and we can chat more.

Wherever you're headed, have a lovely festive season. Bridie Henehan 027 499 8723 Bridie.Henehan@hotmail.com

Kapiti Art Therapy Kapiti Art Therapy can help your children by using colour and simple art techniques to improve wellbeing following, trauma, shocks, unhappiness, anxiety, Asperger’s, dyspraxia, dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADD, autism etc. As this is a non-verbal technique it is ideal for everyone to connect with their emotions in a safe way. Ph:Corinne Allan: 027 246 4488. kapitiarttherapy@yahoo.com.

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Rental Wanted Two women and three part-time kids, looking for medium to long term rental in kapiti. Prefer 3 bedroom or more. Please call or text Jeane on 0226540742 or email jeanell555@gmail.com

Waldorf Education on the Kāpiti Coast

❖ How can we help young people develop a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work?

❖ How can the way in which children are educated foster a healthy self-awareness?

❖ How can education help them understand the needs of peoples of all cultures and the needs of the environment?

All prospective school and kindergarten parents

are warmly invited to our

Information Afternoon

2:30pm

November 27, 2017

Information Evening

7:00pm

November 28, 2017

at Te Rā Waldorf School, 89 Poplar Ave, Raumati South There will be plenty of opportunity for questions.

You can also contact the office for an information pack.

Office ph. 04 299-0812 or email office@tera.school.nz www.tera.school.nz