PTA
PTA Meeting this Friday 18th September 3pm School Staffroom: Next meeting is set down for this Friday 18th – unfortunately due to the continuing level 2.5 restrictions we are limited to 10 attendees only. We will reach out to key office holders and Ag Day coordinators by email to ensure we stay within the restriction. If you are unable to attend and would like to raise anything at the meeting please let us know at [email protected].
Ag Day Grocery Collection: Thank you for all the grocery donations to date – we are going to have some great hampers to auction on Ag Day. Next week is week 10 – Rainy Day Fun – things to brighten up a rainy day – kids craft, paper & pens. Books, games or even a yummy treat. Please leave in the donation box in your child’s classroom.
Ag Day Rosters: This week you will have received an email from your child’s teacher about Ag Day rosters. Please email Jen Jamie ([email protected]) with your preferred 3 times and she will confirm back to you. Times start from 8.30am to 1.30pm and are for 30 minutes. We need all the help we can get to ensure Ag Day runs smoothly and are only asking for 30 minutes out of your day, please assist where you can. If you can give more than 30 minutes please let Jen know.
Still Seeking Ag Day Food Stall Coordinator: We need a Food Stall Coordinator to oversee all the school run food stalls (Lamb Spit, Hot Chips, Bacon & Eggs, Sausage Sizzle). The Food Stall Coordinator will help with set-up on Friday 16th and make sure things run smoothly on Saturday 17th. You will have other volunteers and rostered parents manning the food stalls. If you are interested in this role please let us know at [email protected]
Still Seeking Ag Day Parking Supervisors: As per prior years we will have use of the paddock across the road for parking on Ag Day. We need a couple of volunteers to supervise parking between from 7am-10.30am on 17th October – you will ensure that people park in an orderly fashion and that the best use of the space available is made. If you can help please let us know at [email protected]
Raffle Tickets: Raffle tickets are still available for sale – buy one, two or a book of 10. $5 each with the chance to win $1,000 cash, an iPad, a night’s accommodation at the Hotel Grand Chancellor Auckland, a Micro Rocket Scooter and a wheel barrow full of groceries. Prizes drawn on Ag Day. To purchase please contact Michaela Vermeulen by Text: 0211-888-404 or Email: [email protected]. A big thanks to our raffle sponsors – Debs Wallace of Harcourts Cooper & Co, Coordinate Limited, Hotel Grand Chancellor, Micro Scooters NZ and Bunnings.
AG DAY – WHITE ELEPHANT :
First drop off will be on Sunday 11th October. Other times during the first week of school to be advised.
Books, toys and games. Soft toys. Small appliances and household items in working condition. Clothes and shoes.
NOTHING broken, rusty, with parts missing etc. No oil column or gas heaters.
Any questions or queries regarding the White Elephant please contact Susan: [email protected]
Lamb Donations: The lamb spit is one of the most popular food stalls at Ag Day and often sells out early. If you have a lamb that you can donate please let us know at [email protected].
Silent Auction Donations: The silent auction is a big fundraiser at Ag Day – last year the silent auction raised almost $9,000. If you work in or know a business that can contribute goods (we would love more goods) or services (vouchers) for the silent auction please reach out to Paula in the office ([email protected]).
Honey Orders: If you have not received your honey order please contact Sarah Richardson: [email protected]. Honey is still available to purchase $40 for 1kg. Please pay at the school office or directly into the PTA bank account: 12-3046-0270392-00 and drop your order form in the PTA box in the office.