The Dargaville Primary School Newsletter is sent home most Wednesdays. The online version is usually posted on the same day. If you would like a paper copy please call in at the Dargaville Primary School Office, Portland St, Dargaville.

6 August 2003

COMING EVENTS
7th August— General Knowledge Quiz
8th August—Talent Quest
11th August—Maths Competition
3rd September—DPS Cross Country
8th—12th September-Book Week
10th September—Selwyn Park Rugby/Netball Challenge
16th—NW Cross Country
DPS NEWS

PTA NEWS
Next meeting Monday 25th August 7.30pm. The Garage Sale will be on the 30th August, all items can be sent into the school. For larger items phone the school. On the 11th October is the Fun Walk from Bayly’s Beach and on the 20th September is the DPS Fashion Show.

LIBRARY
The Library has many new books in need of covering, if you can spare some time to help out it will be greatly appreciated.

BIBLE
For senior syndicate children with parental permission Bible lessons will be this Thursday in the School Hall from 12-12.30pm. If any parents/caregivers have changed their mind and want their children to attend Bible, send a signed note to their teacher.

TALENT QUEST
On the 8th August in the School Hall at 6—9pm. Entry is a gold coin koha. The PTA will be selling refreshments.

BOARD & STAFF MEMBER PROFILES
This week we introduce to you:
Joan Hartle
Joan has been here since 1997. She wears a number of hats closely related to Special Needs. She teaches and has responsibility for the Reading Recovery Programme, leads the Enhanced Programme Fund which has resulted in the establishment of a number of support programmes for children with moderate special needs and has responsibility for children with special abilities. Joan and Keith’s children attended Dargaville Primary, the family are now independent and Joan is enjoying the freedom of rekindling old and exploring new hobbies.
Priscilla Sowter
Priscilla has worked here for a year teacher aiding in the special needs unit. She also does caregiving and home support work through the I.H.C. In her spare time she enjoys fishing and bottle digging.

PET DAY
All Pet Day Trophies to be returned to the office as soon as possible.

DPS JMB NETBALL
High School Courts:
9am
Court 5 —DP 7 Up v TKP B
9.50am
Court 4– DP Devils v Arapohue
Intermediate Courts:
9am
Court 1—DP Dolphins v SP Goal Girls
Court 2—DP Mixed Team v SP Clovers
9.50am
Court 3– DP Rockets v DP Straycats

DENTAL CLINIC
Please return all consent forms asap. Always brush teeth before going to bed. The saliva doesn't wash around our teeth when we sleep.
Anne & Mere.

SCHOOL RUGBY PRACTICE
A reminder to all children who attend lunchtime rugby practices, you should bring a spare set of clothes to change into after rugby.

ROOM 15
Is in need of thermal backed curtains to cover the windows when videos are being shown. If you have any old unused curtains we could have it would be much appreciated.

LUCKY BOOK
ORDERS
Please make all cheques payable to Dargaville Primary. Book orders due in by Monday 11th August.

OTHER NEWS AND EVENTS.

ROLLER DISCO
At the Multiplex on the 8th August 6—9.30pm, cost $4 which includes all gear hire. For all ages up to Form 2, chips, juices and lollies will be for sale.

MEADOW FRESH SEEDLING SWAP
Children under 12 can take an empty 1 litre Meadow Fresh Milk cardboard carton to Duck Creek Garden Centre or any other participating Garden Centres and Nurseries on 9th and 10th August 2003 and swap it for a used Meadow Fresh milk carton that contains a native seedling. One seedling is permitted per child. The children are also given a Meadow Fresh plant tag to write their name on plus a free growth chart to measure their own growth. Children can choose to plant their native seedling plant at home, at school or in the local community. For more information phone 0800383 545 or visit our website www.meadowfresh.co.nz

MOBILE EAR CLINIC
The clinic will at Woolworths on the 18th August from 9am to 3.30pm. No appointment necessary
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