Donations and Activity Fees

SCHOOL DONATIONS :

Red Beach School is rated decile 9. We receive only a fraction of the Ministry of Education funding that is given to Low Decile Schools (approximately $800 per student LESS than a decile 1 school).

This is why we depend on our parent community for significant levels of support and fundraising to try to give our students as many opportunities as possible and not disadvantage them.

We therefore ask parents to make an annual donation, which the Board of Trustees tries to keep to a minimum, but without which, would be impossible to function. Any payments through the year of instalments, would also be appreciated.

*2019 Donation Requested*		*Compulsory Fees*
One Child	$190	Activity Fee	$45 per student
Two Children	$330
Three or more children	$470

Payment Options

Instalments – please contact the office. We are happy to take instalments that suit your circumstances.

Cheque, Cash, Visa/MasterCard

Internet Banking:

Red Beach School - ANZ Account: 060 405 0194659 00

Particulars: Family Name

Codes: what the payment is for - eg. Act Fee, EOTC, Water Safety

Reference: Room no

Latest News

Student Led Conference Booking Code

13 Jun 2019

Student Led Conferences - Tuesday 2nd July 3.15pm -7.45pm

Your children are preparing to share their learning with you. Remember, there are six conferences happening in the classroom at the same time. The teacher will make contact with every family at some point during the conference. They are there to support and prompt if necessary but won’t take over from your child.

On the night of the conference you will be given your child’s mid year report. The report states how well each child is doing according to the National Curriculum Levels and what their level of effort is. The report also includes how well your child is developing within the Key Competencies.

We are looking forward to seeing you all at the Student Led Conferences. The code you will need to access the online booking system is kkqya at www.schoolinterviews.co.nz.

Student Led Conference

04 Jun 2019

What can you expect at a Student Led Conference?

Each child in our school will be hosting a Student Led Conference in week 10 on Tuesday 2 July 3.15pm -7.45pm . The conference will last for a maximum of 45 minutes and the following will happen:

There are six conferences happening in the classroom at the same time. The teacher will make contact with every family at some point during the conference. They are there to support and prompt if necessary but won’t take over from your child.
Your child will share celebrations and successes and what they might be working on in Life Long Learning and the RICH Hearts.
Students will tell you what they are learning and their next steps and show evidence of this in their books or learning journals etc.
A tour around the classroom which may include some interactive activities.
A mid-year reported will be handed out with an explanation of where your child is at in Reading, Writing, and Maths.

This is an exciting experience for your child as the Student Led Conference is an opportunity for them to give you a real insight into what actually goes on for your child each day. If you have any questions regarding your child's progress please discuss this with the teacher when they make contact.

Hui & Strike Day

27 May 2019

Reminder: Whanau Hui 5.3pm Tuesday in the Staffroom - all welcome

Reminder: NZEi Paid Union Meeting - Wednesday 29th May 2019 - SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED.

Kelly Club - Strike Day

23 May 2019

Kelly Club will be running a ‘holiday programme’ type day on the day of the Teacher's Strike Day - Wednesday 29th May.
Our prices will be half day (am/pm) $27, school day (9am - 3pm) $37 and a full day (7am - 6pm) $46.
You will need to book into this event if you require care on this day, your normal Wednesday booking at our Before and After School care programme will be cancelled.
Please go to our website to book www.kellyclub.co.nz/red-beach

Strike Information

23 May 2019

Dear Parents and Caregivers

The NZEi have advised the Red Beach School Board of Trustees that the principal and teachers at our school will be taking strike action on Wednesday 29^th May 2019 for a full day.

The Board has carefully considered the availability of teaching staff, and unfortunately decided that we can’t provide the normal teaching services during the strike so the school will officially be closed for instruction on this occasion.

Accordingly, it’s important that you make alternative arrangements for the care of your child/children during the period of the strike.

Our onsite holiday programme “Kelly Club” will be offering a programme on this day – please contact Kelly Club directly if you have any questions: karen@kellyclub.co.nz .

We know that this is inconvenient for parents and students alike, but please be assured that student safety is our main concern.

Thank you for your understanding.

Yours sincerely

Andrew Short
Chair Board of Trustees

Submitting for Board Elections

17 May 2019

Please click the below link to find out more on submitting your nomination for your school's Board Elections

https://hail.to/canterbury-education-services/article/2zPj12E

Cross Country

14 May 2019

Cross Country

I am looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow out at Shakespear Park. Please note that we will be coning off areas at the front of the school in readiness for the buses.

Thanks

Message from Community Committee

13 May 2019

Just a quick note from the Community Committee to let you know that your child will be bringing home tomorrow either a box of chocolates (years 3-6) or a box of bagged lollies (years 0-2).

The money raised from this fundraising will be put towards the upgrade of the hall kitchen.

As always, we appreciate your support with this venture.

Kind regards,

Your Community Committee

Board Of Trustees Elections

09 May 2019

Dear parents and caregivers

With our Board of Trustee’s elections now under way, nominations are invited for parent representatives.
(nominations close on 24th May – 12 noon).

Our schools’ returning officer is CES (Canterbury Education Services).
Below are two links which help to explain the role of a board trustee and also how you can submit a nomination.

https://redbeach.boardelections.nz/

https://www.facebook.com/ CESSLNZ/videos/ 803398766708786/

For further advice you can call CES: 0800 353 284 or alternatively you can email the School Trustees Association on: electionsadvice@nzsta.org.nz

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If you would like to chat with one of our current board members, please email: bot@redbeach.school.nz and one of our board will contact you.

Measles Outbreak in NZ

09 May 2019

Red Beach School have been asked by the Ministry of Education to share the following information with you:

• There are currently measles outbreaks happening across the world, including here in New Zealand (Canterbury). We have had eighteen cases this year in Auckland.

• Measles is a serious disease and symptoms include a high fever, runny nose, cough and sore red eyes, followed by a rash starting behind the ears and spreading to the body a few days later. One in 10 people with measles need hospital treatment and the most serious cases can result in deafness or swelling of the brain.

• If you are concerned that your child may be showing signs of this serious illness, please keep them home from school and call your doctor or Healthline on 0800 611 116. It’s important to call first because measles is highly infectious and could infect others in the waiting room.

• Students showing signs of illness should also be kept home from activities involving large groups of people such as school camps, sports events and performance festivals. For more information about measles, what to look for and how to protect your child and/or yourself, please visit:

• www.arphs.health.nz/public-health-topics/disease-and-illness/measles/

• www.arphs.health.nz/news/measles-faqs/

• www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/diseases-and-illnesses/measles