MENPS News
Te Whare Akoranga o Maungawhau, October 15, 2026
From The Principal
Kia ora koutou
Welcome to Term 4
Welcome back! I hope everyone enjoyed a relaxing break, ready for a busy and exciting final term of the school year.
As you will have seen from our Term 4 Key Dates, there are many opportunities ahead to get active, including Athletics, Year 5/6 table tennis, Zones Athletics/Softball/Basketball.
There are also many opportunities to celebrate learning across the curriculum and consolidate the progress the children have made throughout the year as we look ahead, make the most of every learning activity and aim to end the year with a sense of pride and personal achievement
New Arrivals
I would like to once again welcome all those new students and families who join us this term, with a particular welcome to Angela Didier, stepping into the key role of Deputy Principal. Angela is a much-valued addition to the professional team, and I am sure you will help convey the MENPS Whanaungatanga Touchstone when you have an opportunity to meet her.
A few important dates to note below, including our Curriculum (Teacher Only) Day, the PTA Halloween Disco (always a big highlight!) and many other notable events and activities to be aware of. Please ensure you keep an eye on the HERO app for the full calendar and any updates, as dates and arrangements may change.
Strategic Plan Board Consultation
Last call to complete the Board Strategic Survey, which closes tomorrow. Sincere thanks to everyone who has already contributed their perspective - if you have not already done so, please make sure you complete this by Friday afternoon, 3pm. Every survey respondent goes in the draw to win a $150 Farro Gift Card!
Ka kite anล i a koutou
Alan Jackson, Principal
BOT Community Survey - Closes 16 October
IMPORTANT - TEACHER ONLY DAY - 23 OCTOBER, 2026
Please be advised that Friday, 23rd October (before Labour Weekend) has been designated as a Teacher Only Day this year. This day is a government-mandated Curriculum day to continue work integrating new curriculum changes.
School will be closed for instruction for this day, so you will need to make alternative arrangements (SKiDs available).
Events & Reminders
SCHOOL HATS THIS TERM
As part of the Board's Sunsafe Policy, school hats are mandatory in Term 4. These can be purchased from the school office and the Uniform Shop on Manukau Road - please make sure they are clearly named, and apply sunscreen each morning - thank you! ๐ค
Friday 16th October:
PTA Second Hand Uniform Shop - 8:15am - 9:15am
Tuesday 20th October:
PTA Meeting - Staffroom - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday 21st October:
NZ Shakeout Drill - 9:30am - 10:30am
School Board Meeting - Staffroom - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday 22nd October:
Rock your socks - Supporting Down Syndrome
Choir Dress Rehearsal - Holy Trinity Cathedral - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Eden/Albert Choir Festival - 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday 23rd October: TEACHER ONLY DAY
School closed for instruction - Skids available
Monday 26th October: Labour Day - Holiday
Notices
Rock Your Socks Day
Thursday 22nd October
Wear your favourite colourful fun socks along with a gold coin donation in support of Down Syndrome Awareness Month.
School Uniform is to be worn but have some fun dressing up your feet.
Skids Available for Teacher Only Day
Please contact Skids to book your child in.
SAVE THE DATE: MENPS HALLOWEEN DISCO ๐๐ป
Our spooktacular Halloween disco is fast approaching. Tickets will be made available on kindo.
Junior disco y 0-3 from 5-6pm
Senior disco 6.30pm-7.30pm
Pizza is included in the ticket ๐๏ธ and nibbles, candy floss and drinks will be made available at the cash bar.
Water is freely available with jugs and cups.
Got questions or want to volunteer?
Email: menpspta@gmail.com
Or join the volunteer/ planning group on WhatsApp https://chat.whatsapp.com/FXmnTeaBrsPFp8BRFOasPz?mode=gi_t
invitation to the Term4 PTA meeting
Please join us for our last PTA meeting of the year this coming Tuesday the 20th Oct 7-8.30pm in the menps staff room. Nibbles and refreshments provided, we look forward to seeing you all there!
๐๐colouring competition ๐๐
Whether your child is attending the disco or not, they can participate in our colouring competition. The competition flyer with all details will go out to your child early in the coming week. Letโs get creative! ๐๏ธโค๏ธ๐๐๐๐๐๏ธ
Uniform Shop Appeal โ We Need Your Help!
Our second-hand uniform shop is urgent need of all sizes to be donated.
If your child has outgrown any clean, good-quality uniforms in these sizes and others, weโd be incredibly grateful for your donation. Your generosity helps keep school uniforms affordable and supports families in our school community.
Donations can be dropped off:
* At the school office during school hours
* At the hall during late afternoon/evening pick-ups
* At the PTA room during Uniform Shop opening hours
Thank you for helping us keep our Uniform Shop stocked and supporting our MENPS whฤnau!
Second Hand Uniform Shop will open this Friday -16 October
- 8.15 - 9.15am (16 Oct.)
- In the PTA Room: follow signs from Valley Rd gatesR
- Order by emailing Kitty at menpspta@gmail.com.
- Pay via Cash or Bank transfer
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Refer to the PTA website for information on the various fundraising and community activities
Co-Chairs Svantje Reiber and Sunny Nathu
Secretary Chantal Brunner
Treasurers Minaxi Chandra and Victoria Couto
PTA Advisor Chantal Brunner
Communications Gina Miao
School Representative Hilary Edwards