MENPS News

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Asbestos Sand Issue

Thankfully, we have now closed the asbestos sand saga we recently dealt with at school. Just to reiterate, all sand on site was tested and certified all clear for asbestos, with targeted environmental testing where needed also confirmed as clear. This means that, as far as we are aware, no children played with/used any contaminated products here at school.

Thank you again for your support while we worked through this issue and the required Health & Safety protocols from Worksafe.

Athletics

Congratulations to all of the students who recently participated in our Athletics event at Margaret Griffin Park, and also to our Zones athletes, who put in an excellent performance, winning 3rd place overall amidst very high-calibre competition!

I'd like to thank Karen, Mr Reed and all of the parent helpers on the day. In order to run events such as these, we do depend on volunteers to help in all sorts of ways, so make sure you look out for volunteer requests and let us know if you can help as it is becoming increasingly difficult year on year to get the required number of helpers we need for many events, especially at busy times of year.

Litter Around School

A plea once again to ensure that your child's lunchbox is free from litter each day. We recommend decanting chips, loose items and having reusable containers for liquids (yoghurt etc) in a 'bento box' style.

Reinforcing these good habits not only promotes sustainability awareness, but also helps us to ensure we reduce our landfill and keep the school grounds looking good, in line with our school Touchstones.

It takes a whole community effort, and really does make a huge difference!

PTA Picnic

Finally, sincere thanks to the PTA and all the families who came out to the PTA family picnic on Monday. A lovely way to round off another successful year of fundraising and community-building thanks to our amazing PTA!

Ka kite anõ i a koutou

Alan Jackson, Principal

Thursday 4th December:

Year 6 Celebration Dance - 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Friday 5th December:

PTA Second Hand Uniform Shop - 8:15am - 9:15am
Year 6 Leavers Assembly - 2:00pm - 3:00pm

A huge thank you to all our wonderful families for coming along to our end-of-year picnic. Your support, helping hands, and cheerful energy made the afternoon such a success.

A big thank you also to the wonderful skids team who brought colour, bubbles and laughter to the picnic.

We’re so grateful for everyone who helped set up, pack down, and host—events like this truly shine because of our community.

Ngā mihi nui,

MENPS PTA

The uniform shop will be open 5th and 17th December 8.30-9.30am. Uniform Donations are welcome.

Last day of the term is non uniform day and uniform donations will be appreciated.

We want you to join our team! We need help filling a few roles - please email us at menpspta@gmail.com to nominate yourself for any of the following
- Co-Chairperson - We need a new parent/caregiver to bring their enthusiasm and energy to the role as we look ahead to a new year of events. The team are keen to repeat what has worked before but open to how things can be improved. This role is perfect for a Year 3 or 4 parent and is a commitment that is very flexible around your other commitments - you can lead remotely via whatsapp and the PTA inbox. There are only 5 meetings a year on site.
Thank you to exiting co-chairperson Pam who is stepped down after being in a leadership role on the PTA since 2022.