No: 24 9 August 2019

THE FRIDAY FLIER

KOTAHITANGA

Waikato Waldorf School, Kindergartens and Playcircle

Kia ora tatou

Yesterday we were treated to a delightful Class Four play based around the stories of Loki and Thor

from the Norse Myths but adapted by Sharon and her class into a wonderful story about the two

tricksters Loki and Maui. At one point in the story Loki arrives in Aotearoa and meets his match in

Maui who then becomes a firm friend by the end of the play. Te Reo and Maori culture is cleverly

woven into this amusing story and was beautifully executed by Class Four students.

I was delighted by their eurythmy and musical performances. We are incredibly lucky

to have such talented support staff which really enhances the learning experiences of

the children.

Good luck with your final performance tonight!

Unfortunately the rain has delayed the start on the groundwork at the back of the school but fingers

crossed for next week. Once the work starts there will be no access to the school from Te Manatu

Drive.

Could I also remind you that the three spaces marked with yellow lines at the front of the school

outside the main office are for dropping off /quick pick up only. There are still people parking in

those bays holding up others and creating potential hazards unnecessarily.

Hope you stay dry and warm this weekend!

Ngā mihi

Sue

UPCOMING EVENTS TERM 3

9 August Class 4 Play 6pm

Week 4

13 August Class 1 parent meeting 7pm

14 / 15 August Cross country (see below)

15 – 16 Aug Class 4 Marae Noho

Week 5

Book Week (see details further in the flier)

Week 7

4-6 September Class 6 Snow Camp

Weeks 8 – 10

Waru Market Open

Week 8

10 September Class photos

10 September Class 7 Play 1.30pm

11 September Class 7 Play 6.30pm

12 September “Journey Through the School” 6.30pm

Week 9

19 September 100 Years of Waldorf Education Celebration and Spring Festival

Week 10

25 September Class 2 Play

26th September School finishes 2pm

CROSS COUNTRY

Wednesday 14th August Thursday 15th August

11.10am—12.40pm Classes 3—8 11.10am—12pm Classes 1—2

If the weather is unfavourable we will postpone until next week.

Te Wiki Pukapuka! Book Week!

August 19 -23

Celebrating and sharing imagination, knowledge and skills

through the wonderful world of books!

Monday 19th

– Cook a Book!

A nice way to spend a Sunday! Your child is challenged to make or help make something for a

shared lunch by using a recipe from a cook book! Think savouries and salads as well as muffins

or cakes so we have a variety! Last year one of our student’s made medieval lemonade! Bring in

a copy of the recipe to share!

Thursday 22nd

– Literary Character Dress-up Day!

Start planning! This is a fun event with an opportunity for the whole school to get together to show

their costumes. This is highly exciting for many children but can also cause some anxiety! There

are lots of fabulous literary characters to help your child participate in this event and still feel com-

fortable in what they are wearing. Please see your class teacher for some ideas if you get stuck.

Visiting Authors

We have two New Zealand authors coming to speak to the students during book week—one who

specialises in writing in Te Reo Maori and will speak to both the lower and middle school and one

who will speak specifically with the middle school. See next week’s flier for introductions.

In-Class Activities

There will be a range of in-class activities from sharing favourite picture books to following instruc-

tions and making things to creating ‘zines’, anthologies or books. The whole school will also par-

take in an inter-class read-a-thon and teachers will be sharing their favourite childhood books dur-

ing lunchtimes in the library. Please look out for any information or requests from your class

teacher as well.

Donation Opportunities

There will be an opportunity to donate specific books to the school library.

These books will be on display in the school.

We will gratefully accept a gold coin donations during the Dress Up day.

All proceeds will go to the school library for the purchase of new books!

Giving Back! We have the opportunity to gift back to our community some older school

journals. These will be set up in the Library on the Friday afternoon and contain some great

New Zealand inspired reading.

CLASSROOM CORNER

CLASS 5

Class Five have just had an extremely successful exhibition of their

homework based Egyptian Projects.

The creativity and variety was evident as the students presented their

projects to teachers and fellow students. They also displayed their deeper

learning as they talked about the contents and topics covered in their

projects.

Projects come with their fair share of hard work and take determination and

perseverance—especially during the school holidays!

Ka nui te pai Class Five, you can be very proud of your achievements.

Class Five is also just finishing off a Main

Lesson on New Zealand Geography.

Our whakatauki for this Main Lesson is

Kia mau ki te tokanga nui a noho - There is

no place like home. This is a wonderful wha-

katauki which has greatly inspired us over the

last few weeks as we studied our amazing

home.

Anthroposophic Reading Group

Dear school community and friends

We gather every 2nd and 4th Monday evening during school term. We are currently meeting for lecture readings at Rimu Cottage, 68 Te Manatu Drive, across the Kowhai Childcare Centre carpark. This is at the opposite side from the Waikato Waldorf School en-trance. You are welcome to attend the reading group at any time (please contact me to ensure up to date venue information).

We will meet this coming Monday evening, 12th August at 7pm and are focussing on Will strengthening topics, which may also help with anxiety.

Inspired by the recent “Knowing Reality” seminars with Ian Trousdell we are experimenting with a brief discussion on our personal spiritual (active/scientific) research. For anyone interested we can talk about the research techniques and exercises Ian has put into practice in his life and worked through with us. This is a separate discussion from the lecture reading, held at the end of the evening around 8.30pm.

If you are interested please call me or send me an email. Sarah Oliver (parent) 027 805 0850, sarah@spheres.co.nz

Period pain- when my big girl feels unwell!

I have been receiving a number of emails regarding this age ole issue! Continuing with the theme of what happens when my big kid is

sick. This article offers some helpful tips and advice.

From puberty to menopause: menstrual pain often accompanies menstruation.

With the onset of menstruation, the fertile period in a woman's life begins. Womanhood is shaped rhythmically for many years to

come. Many women and young female teens’ experience the period between ovulation and onset of bleeding very intensely, feel vul-

nerable or complain of pain in the back and abdomen, abdominal cramps, nausea and flatulence.

No wonder, as the uterine smooth muscle is now contracting to rid itself of the remnants of the lining of the womb, which had been

built up for the implantation of a fertilized egg. It is a great change that takes place month by month and can be experienced both

physically and mentally. Taking good care of yourself relieves typical menstrual problems and may improve overall wellbeing.

What to do about menstrual problems?

Wrap yourself in warm clothing, preferably wool. When young girls experience the connection between warmth and relief, they

find it easier to forego clothing that does not cover the mid region resulting in cool abdomens and increased menstrual discomfort.

A hot water bottle or wheat bag over the lower abdomen offers much relief.

Treat yourself to a warm bath (unless you suffer from severe bleeding).

Even a warm Melissa oil (lemon balm) wrap proves itself in menstrual pain

Melissa oil (Lemon balm) wrap in menstrual pain

9 drops of Lemon balm oil * (Melissa oil) on a cloth or similar piece of cotton or silk fabric dribble

Put the cloth in a small plastic bag (food safe) and preheat for about 2 minutes in a folded hot water

bottle (or between two hot water bottles)

Take out of the bag and put on the abdomen

Cover with a woollen scarf or a long piece of wool or silk fabric-place a hot water bottle over the lower abdomen

Let the wrap work for 15 to 20 minutes, just remove the small tissue and rest for another 15 to 20 minutes

The diet also influences your well-being

Generally, during menstruation, a light, alkaline-forming diet will do you good, while dairy products and caffeinated drinks may in-

crease menstrual pain. Drinking relaxing teas with medicinal herbs such as lady's mantle and lemon balm. And try antispasmodic

spices: aniseed, fennel, cardamom, coriander, cinnamon or vanilla.

Take your time

Be well during your menstruation and try to plan small free spaces. Maybe you can finish work earlier, postpone shopping, or encour-

age kids to meet friends. Time for a book, for music or a phone call with the girlfriend may help as a pain relief measure.

Distract yourself

By the way, distraction and gentle movement can also be beneficial: a walk or a wander around a garden, exhibition visit, library all

promote blood circulation and thus the detachment of the endometrium.

Medicines that can help

Melissa Comp- available from Weleda

Chamomile and tobacco have proven successful in menstrual pain. The WALA Nicotiana comp., Globuli velati * with their potentised preparation of both medicinal plants have a harmonizing effect on the smooth muscles and so relieve spasms of the uterus and the gastrointestinal tract. Available from Weleda NZ

Periodic pain - when to the doctor?

If your menstrual pain and other menstrual symptoms differ from the familiar pattern, please exclude any organic causes -see your

Health professional.

Maree Smith RN

Anthroposophical RN 021 150 9433

85 Barrington Drive, Huntington, Hamilton Ph: 07 855 8710 email: office@waikatowaldorf.school.nz website: www.waikatowaldorf.school.nz www.facebook.com/WaikatoWaldorf School

These notices are published as a service to the school community. Publication is at the discretion of the Editor, and does not

necessarily reflect the opinion of the Faculty.

COMMUNITY NOTICES

PRIVATE PIANO LESSONS AVAILABLE - TERM 3

Starting in Term 3 I am excited to be returning to Waikato Waldorf as a Eurythmy Pianist again (alongside the wonderful and talented Clive). I was the Eurythmy Pianist at the school for many years and also taught piano to many of the chil-dren. I have 18 years piano teaching experience, have stud-ied music to University level and have been an active mem-ber in the music community in Hamilton for many years. My experience ranges from theatre and film, through to bands and music groups. I have an organic approach and work with each child on an individual basis tailoring to their strengths, while nurturing a love and appreciation for music! I also aim to provide a fun and enjoyable environment to help encour-age creative expression. I teach both Piano and Theory (I have numerous Theory Games which help make learning theory a more rewarding experience). I'm able to teach a wide range of musical styles; Classical, Jazz, Blues, Folk, Alt Country, Pop etc.

WHERE - Lessons are in the Claudelands area

WHO - Age range 8 years and up

COST - $20 per half hour lesson

CONTACT - Please contact Susanne on 0211545706 or email seussanne@hotmail.com

Hello community,

I have graduated from a 4 years training program as a Feld-

enkrais® practitioner and I am now able to support you through

both group classes and individual sessions that involve gentle,

respectful and very informative touch.

There are many applications of this Method but here I outlined

main areas where I feel confident about working with people

right now.

I have special introductory offers throughout this month, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 02102943935, alina-kom@mail.ru, check out my Facebook page (@KoruMovement) or just stop me to have a chat if interested. Thank you,

Alina Komnatnaya

(mum to Radomir in Piwakawaka room at Miro House, Adelina

in Class 2 and Alfred in Class 4)