Dear God,

You come to us in Jesus who teaches us that the way to happiness is through our love for one another.

Watch over the teachers, students and families of Sacred Heart Cathedral School as we try to be faithful to this teaching.

Help us to be a welcoming and joyful community, so that others may come to know your love and peace.

We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord,

Amen.

Kia ora koutou e te whānau,

As we prepare to celebrate Easter, let us take a moment to offer a prayer for our families and loved ones:

Heavenly Father, We come before you with grateful hearts, thanking you for the gift of our families. As we celebrate the resurrection of your Son, Jesus Christ, we ask that you fill our homes with your love and peace. May our conversations be filled with joy and laughter, and may we create lasting memories that will bring us closer together.

We pray for those who are unable to be with their families this Easter, that they may feel your presence and know that they are loved. We also remember those who are struggling, and ask that you bring them comfort and peace.

We thank you for the gift of your Son, who died and rose again so that we may have eternal life. May we never take this gift for granted, but instead seek to live our lives in a way that honors and glorifies you.

We pray all of this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Congratulations to Kate and Mike Woodbury, whose eldest son, Jack was married in the weekend. By all accounts, it was a beautiful day had by all and the cloudy day did not dampen celebrations.

Cultural Day - Shared Morning Tea:

Our cultural day was a huge success with our students. They all took advantage of trying out new foods during the shared morning tea. A BIG THANK YOU to our parents for providing our students with such delicious food to share!

May this Easter be a time of renewal and blessings for you and your family.

Have a wonderful term break and we look forward to an action-packed term 2-2023.

Arohanui,
Bernadette Murfitt
Tumuaki
Sacred Heart Cathedral School

Monday, 24th April - Ministry of Education Refreshed Curriculum Day.

Friday, 30 June - Kahui Ako Day

Students can come to school tomorrow in clothes of their choice (non-uniform). Please bring gold coin donation for Caritas.

Just a reminder that tomorrow is also our last day for Term 1, finishing at 2.40pm.

Lots of creativity and innovation has happened at Karori West Normal School during Technology classes.

Congratulations to our Easter Raffle Winners!

Together, we have raised approximately $1500 for school resources to enhance our outside environment. We are so happy about this. Thank you for your generosity.

• Grand Prize of Chromebook & Small Hamper: Paul S
• Hamper #1: Tiara (R7)
• Hamper #2: Tala (R6)
• Hamper #3: Dave H
• Hamper #4: Teresa C
• Hamper #5: Ace T
• Hamper #6: Lakshini
• Hamper #7: Mireia (R3)
• Hamper #8: Matt B
• Hamper #9: Allegra (R6)
• Hamper #10: Jo
• Hamper #11: Brenda
• Hamper #12: Xavier (R5)
• Hamper #13: Isabella (R6)
• Hamper #14: Nadine M
• Hamper #15: Anya (R5)
• Hamper #16: Nina (R10)

Our winners were notified via phone call last Friday.

If you have something at home that you no longer want and think that another family may find it useful, please send it to school and we will have a silent auction to raise money for resources for our school.

Please make sure that these items are in great condition (look brand new). You may have been given something you have never used or don't require.  If you have a business and are happy to donate an item that would be amazing as well.

So far we have brand new make-up, perfume, and small items of furniture. 

All donations can be left at school by Wednesday, 10th May.

Money raised will go towards our external environment.

Flick me an email or call if you are unsure of your donation - bernadette.murfitt@sacred-heart.school.nz.

If you would like to help me with the silent auction, please reach out. Thank you.

SUMMER FOOTBALL:

The Sacred Heart strikers had their final summer soccer game on Friday. A great 1-0 win to finish the season. Player of the day was Dom (Rm 7).

NETBALL:

Sacred Heart Magic (Years 3 & 4)

Late February, we managed to pull a team of year 3 and 4 students together to enter a team to participate in the ANZ future FERNS Netball Programme through Motu Kairangi this is where they play a modified version of the game (5v5) as the main focus for this age group is learning basic skills, using two-thirds of a Netball court.

Wow, what a season it has been! I couldn’t be prouder of the team on how far they have come, improvements in their individual skills and teamwork and to see them grow in confidence each week!

Big shout out to our supporters and parents who were on the sideline every week cheering the girls on and helping on the court!

Finally, Fa’afetai tele lava to the team! Thank you for your awesome efforts!

Anna, Blandina, Colette, Isabelle, Kaatia, Lyla, Margaux and Micah!

Lalita Schmidt (Coach)

NZ Institute of Sport working with our senior students:

https://www.aainsurance.co.nz/big-little?cmpid=AA:PI:NPS:EDM:20230320:12209:Email-to-schools

• Come over to Island Bay. There is a fantastic park and beach. Walking around the bays is so good for the soul.
• Red Rocks is also a great walk - takes a good couple of hours, and the scenery is breathtaking.
• Te Papa
• Dowse Art Gallery in Lower Hutt
• Botanical Gardens 
• Weta Cave
• Wellington Museum - get your child to be your guide.
• Parliament - free tours
• Walk up to the Mt Victoria lookout - views are breathtaking of our stunning capital city.
• Capital E

If you do any of these activities, flick us through a photo.

Hop on in to Ngā Manu this Easter Weekend.

Over $3,000 worth of sponsored prizes to be won. Children can join in the annual Easter Rock Hunt around the reserve searching for chocolate Easter eggs. If they luck in and find the rare decorated wooden eggs which are also hidden, they win a lucky dip sponsored prize.There will be daily appearances from Keri the Easter Kiwi who will be available for selfies and family photos, and a sausage sizzle and hot & cold drinks tent on site, face painting, an onsite colouring competition and an Easter Egg wishing tree . Families can bring a picnic blanket and make a day of it.

https://ngamanu.org.nz/easter-weekend/

If you would like any more information about this topic, please call Jane Carruthers
on 04 2934131 or email marketing@ngamanu.org.nz.

Kia ora koutou,

A quick message to let our school community know about our up-and-coming April School Holiday Clue Hunt Challenge.

Kids can take our Clue Hunt Challenge these school holidays and win a prize.

Every correct entry wins a prize and there are heaps up for grabs!

To take The Challenge simply download the Challenge Sheet from our website. Then visit us any time from the 11th -  23rd April to complete it and claim your prize!

Make sure you enter our two bonus draws also to be in with a chance to win a Staglander Annual Family Pass and Junior Ranger Experience.

Terms & Conditions apply, see website for details.

Please spread the word amongst your families!

We hope to see you soon.

Thank you for your support!
Ngā mihi,
The Team @Staglands

Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Cafe
2362 Akatarawa Valley
RD 2
Upper Hutt 5372
Wellington
New Zealand
Ph +64 4 526 7529

Join us at the Wellington Music Centre for an exciting and enriching musical journey! Our affordable, diverse, and quality music education is tailored to suit all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or already play an instrument, our experienced and passionate teachers will help you develop your talents and discover the richness of learning music!

We offer tuition in strings, brass, woodwind, percussion, guitar, ukulele, keyboard and singing, and teach a broad range of musical styles. Lessons only cost $120 for the whole of 2023, with discounts for students learning multiple instruments, or multiple children in the same family taking lessons.

We are particularly excited to announce our new pre-instrumental programme for kids ages 5-6, designed to give them a fun, playful start in music. It's never too early to discover the joy of music-making!

Enrollments for 2023 are still open, and we'd love to have you join us for the rest of the year. To learn more about our programmes, please visit our website at www.wellingtonmusiccentre.org.nz or email us at contactus@wellingtonmusiccentre.org.nz. Kia ora koutou!

https://www.goodtimemusicacademy.co.nz/holiday-programme

Evolve Tennis Coaching is running a tennis-specific holiday programme during the April school holidays at Khandallah Tennis & Squash Club and Thorndon Tennis and Squash Club. The camps will run from 9am-12pm on the dates specified. For further information or to book please contact Evolve Tennis Coaching on 479-1386 or info@evolvetenniscoaching.co.nz.

Kelly Club Holiday Programmes focus on giving children aged between 5 and 13 the opportunity to do things they enjoy in a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment.

The April Holiday Programme is full of exciting activities and trips that will guarantee your children have a great time including:
Superhero Fun Day, Enchanted Forest Day, Seriously Silly Science Day, Colour me Crazy, The Wizards Cup, Building Masters Day  plus, trips to: Swimming at Te Rauparaha Arena, The Police Museum, Avalon Park.
 

Click on the link to see the Activity Planner:
Kelly Club Amesbury

Kelly Club Churton Park

Kelly Club Kelburn

Kelly Club West Park

Kelly Club Island Bay

To Enrol, go to www.kellyclub.co.nz.

APRIL FOOTBALL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME – GREEN ROOM, WESTS RUGBY CLUBROOMS, IAN GALLOWAY PARK, WILTON

Week 1 – Tues, Weds, Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm.

Week 2 – Tues, Weds, Thurs 9.30am-12.30pm.

For children aged 5-12 years: Perfect for "Beginner's" and those just wanting to have fun.  Come along and improve technique, knowledge and skills. We will focus on the core skills of control, dribbling, passing, tackling and shooting but MOST importantly having as much FUN as possible!

FOOTBALL SKILLS – TERM 2 **FRIDAY’S 3.30PM-4.30PM***

Aimed for beginners, an 8 week football skills programme at Wests Rugby Club Rooms on Friday's at 3.30PM-4.30pm.

Come and learn all about Football!

This programme covers both individual and team skills including, Game rules, Ball control, Dribbling, Passing, Tackling, Defence, Team work, Goalkeeping, practice and warm up drills for players and teams.

It is ideal to improve skills and confidence.

To Enrol to any programme, go to www.kellysports.co.nz.

April 2023 Holiday Programme - Northland Kidz Club

We’ll be making Easter Edibles and Easter Decorations, going to Otari/Wilton Bush and other play areas, having a sculpture hunt in the Botanic Gardens, creating a mural, and munching on sausages and pancakes.

There’ll be more art adventures with acrylic paint and, of course, we’ll be going to our favourite Time Cinema for another selection of early films and cartoons, which we’ll see after stopping at Lyall Bay Beach for morning tea.

$45.00 per child per day (third child onwards is $20), 8.30 am - 6.00 pm each day
For details, check out our website: www.nkc.org.nz or contact Jan on cellphone 022-140-2612 or e-mail - nkc.jan@gmail.com.

Dance, Drama and Singing for students aged 4-15 yrs old.

Led by a London West End performer!

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Book your child’s two-week trial for next term NOW!

www.spotlightperformingarts.co.nz