Week 5

Hi all,

Well we have reached the end of another week. Swimming has finished for the year. Students have had a lot of fun and learnt about water safety too.

Students have been busy writing to share work with you at the Writers' Festival next week. There is a lot planned with a resident journalist's articles on display in the library, two guest speakers on Monday, open day from 3.30pm-7pm on Thursday where you can see your child's writing and a spelling bee on Friday.

Stars of the Week were Lola Davis and Levi Abernethy for their narrative writing. The PB4L draw winner was Lola Davis.

Have a great weekend.

Mr Henderson.

Week 4

Hi all,

Well we're nearly half way through Term Four. This has been another busy week in class and the students have enjoyed swimming in the afternoons. Thanks for reminding them to bring their togs each day.

This week was Diwali and today we had a special Bollywood performance at assembly. Well done Esha on a superb dance.

Stars of the Week were Audrina Singh for moving up two levels in maths and Pari Patel for her impeccable manners. The PB4L draw winner was Abtha Abdul Razack.

A reminder school is closed on Monday as teachers take industrial action. We will be picketing on Maioro St between 8am and 9am - if you're driving past give us a toot for support.

Have a great (long) weekend!

Mr Henderson.

Week 3

Hi all,

What a strange week it has been weather-wise - a real mixed bag! Students had to stay inside at lunch twice this week which is never easy but they coped well. It was nice to finish the week with some sunshine.

Calendar art orders have now closed and gone away for processing. Thanks to everyone who ordered one of these - they'll be great to have up on your wall next year or give away for Christmas presents.

Swimming starts next week and runs every day for two weeks. Please make sure your child brings togs and a towel.

Stars of the Week were Brianna Wise for her great narrative writing and Tayyab Ahmed for working hard in all areas. The PB4L draw winner was Lola Davis. Congratulations to all the week's stars.

This month is Movember when men around the world grow a moustache to raise funds for the Mental Health Foundation and highlight men's health issues. I am doing it with Haydn Daniels and John Gundy. I would appreciate any donations. These can be made online at www.movember.com. Search for "New Windsor lads".

Have a great weekend.

Mr Henderson.

Week 2

Hi all, 

Students have started the term running – literally. It has been a busy fortnight in and out of class. Students have started a lot of new topics and put their best foot forward in athletics. The first of several weekly Taekwondo sessions at school started last week.

Calendar art was completed last week. Check it out (below) and send your order form in with money by November 2^nd if you are interested in purchasing it. The art is also on display in Room 19. You can have the art put on calendars, diaries, cards or mouse pads (prices vary). A great Christmas present for the grandparents J 

Miss Orr and myself have been busy these last two weeks testing children in reading. We have some excellent results with some students moving up multiple levels. I will discuss their progress with you in their report and student involved conferences later in the term.

Stars of the Week were Hafsa Saeed, Tegan White and Mela Shallard for moving up multiple levels in reading. The PB4L draw winner was Audrina Singh.

Have a great weekend!

Mr Henderson.

Week 1

Hi all,

Welcome back to Term 4! Students of Room 19 have had a great start to the term. Your child has brought home an order form for calendar art. They started the draft of "Four seasons" today and will finish it next week. It will look amazing when finished. Bring the completed order form and money in by November 2nd.

Athletics was at Mt Smart Stadium yesterday. It was a great day with many students getting in the finals and qualifying for the interschool competition.

Stars of the Week were Abtha Abdul Razack and Julian Beretta. The PB4L draw winner was James Bosman-Gartner.

Have a great long weekend.

Mr Henderson.

Week 10 - last day of term!

Hi all,

Thanks for your help this term. It has been a productive term with lots of learning. I am looking forward to testing kids in reading next term and seeing their progress. 

The Market Day yesterday was hugely successful. We sold all but five of our garden ornaments and made $117. This was a grand effort by all. The kids also enjoyed going around the other stalls and spending their money. It cost us $57 to produce 140 stress balls and 70 ladybug garden decorations. The class will decide, with my guidance, how to spend the $60 profit next term.

Stars of Term 3 were Levi Abernethy and Hafsa Saeed who are exemplary students. Levi and Hafsa are great role models who are consistently focused and working hard in class. Well done! The PB4L draw winner was Lola Davis.

Have a great holiday and I'll see you next term. School resumes at 8.55am on October 15th.

Mr Henderson.

Last day tomorrow

Hi all,
Tomorrow is the last day of Term 3. The students of Room 19 have been so good I am giving them an end of term party tomorrow. There will be plenty of food so don't give them anything for lunch - just something for morning tea. You should be proud of your child. I am.
Cheers,
Mr Henderson.