GOD BLESS

My Dear children and Parents

Thank you for everything-all the beautiful messages and presents have been so much appreciated.
Have a lovely holiday and enjoy the time with your family and friends.
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers and request that you keep me in your prayers too.
"WALK THE TALK' as Mahatma Gandhi" said "be the change you want to see in the world!"
I try very hard to do this and invite you to do the same.

Best wishes
Grace

DECORATING OUR OWN ORNAMENTS USING A COOKIE KIT!

THANKS SULEKHA- FOR YOUR AMAZING ARTISTIC TALENT!

IT WAS FUN HELPING YOU TO COMPLETE OUR POT!

 

 

THANKYOU PARENTS

TENA KOUTOU!TALOFA LAVA!

Dear Parents and Caregivers

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time teaching your children this year.



Looking forward to retirement!

I was lucky to have a fantastic bunch of students who have worked hard  with their learning and made huge strides with their progress.

The students have been delightful and we have grown very close yet there is that level  of respect and a very good understanding of my expectations of them-excellence !
 I have absolutely loved all the fun and games, especially playing sports with them ,doing drama, dance  and teaching them to play  the recorder this term. Everyone can play what we set out to achieve and I am very proud of their accomplishments.
Please continue to teach them  honesty, self-control and discipline with love ,so that they are equipped to make the best choices about their learning in future,
I wish you all the very best and thank you for your continued support. The reports go out next week and I strongly recommend you follow the NEXT STEPS and HOW YOU CAN HELP THEM AT HOME.
 I look forward to seeing you all at the EOY Mass and my farewell cake and tea supper straight afterwards next Tuesday.
Mass starts at 6.30 and students are expected to be at church by 6.15pm. The students have been asked to come dressed as they did for the dress rehearsal last week. Please ensure their clothes are ironed.
May God bless you and guide you always. Keep smiling!
I wish you all a holy and happy Christmas.
Happy holidays!

Grace Reddy

SECRET SANTA PRESENTS OPENED THIS MORNING.AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What a day! It was a great one, with Mass practice,and our school picnic as well. Thanks to the PARENTS AND FRIENDS for a fun day today. The sausages were yummy and so was the ice-cream. We would also like to thank you for subsidising our trip to Clip n Climb and Ten Pin Bowling. We appreciate your hard work. Have a great Christmas and all the very best for 2016!

END OF YEAR FUN IN CHRISTCHURCH CITY!

After bowling Room5 went to Clip and Climb. T.J and Hannah talked to us and told us what to do. Then we got our harnesses on and Hannah took us through to the climbs. She had showed us how to clip on and how to UN clip as well. Then we finally got to climbing. We climbed very high and jumped off. Ema, Mrs Reddy, Ashlyn, Amy and Charlie did the vertical slide and Leap of Faith. It was amazing to do all the climbs.

 

By Elizabeth, Ruby, Amy,Ashlyn,Ema and Talia

Thanks to all the parents especially Mrs Reddy for taking us out!

Clip and Climb

After we went bowling we walked to Clip and Climb.

First we had to wait for the instructors to come. Our instructor was Hannah and TJ. Hannah showed us how to put on the harness. Then she showed us how to clip on the ropes to our harness and we started climbing.

WhunnDaa’s favourite was The Cheese

Samoaotearoa’s favourite was the Staircase to heaven

Salu’s favourite was also the Staircase to heaven.

Tina’s favourite was the Speed Climb and that was Anna’s favourite too.

Joyce liked the Skyscraper.

Chloe liked the Tree Trunks.

Thank you too all the parents especially Matt and Mrs Reddy.

Room 5 and Room 4 also went to  ten pin bowling for the day.At  10 am we got on the bus to get to bowling. In my group was  my granddad who was the supervisor for us. James came first and

 

Mrs Reddy came second and Anna came  third.                              Charlie
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Yesterday  Room 5 and 4 went on trip to Clip And Climb and bowling. First up Room 5 went Ten Pin Bowling first up was Charlie.
The people who got strikes in our group were James, Marquees and Les. The top highest scores were James 122, Mrs Reddy 109 ,and Anna with 107.
We had so much fun at ten pin bowling. We can’t wait till next year.

Leroy,James,Ben,Marquees

  

GOD'S CIRCLE OF LOVE!

We are part of God’s life God’s love is in our hearts                        

We are part of God’s great circle

We are part of God’s life God’s love is in our hearts                        

We are part of God’s great circle

DRESS REHEARSAL FOR OUR LITURGICAL DANCE FOR OUR END FOR OUR END OF YEAR MASS!

OUR REHEARSAL IS A REFECTION OF ADVENT AND WE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO SHARING OUR AVENT MESSAGE WITH YOU NEXT TUESDAY!

XMAS DECORATIONS IN ROOM 5!

 
 This is the first year where we have not invited anyone to our Xmas display but would like to share our amazing work through our blog.
ENJOY!

JAMES AND ANNA AT THE CENTRAL ATHLETIC CHAMPS!

We are very proud of Anna and James who are in the top 10 of Canterbury discus throwers. We also thank Ben for supporting James at Ashburton where the athletics was held.



The three of them received awards from our class for their achievements.Congratulations!

CERTIFICATE FOR YOUNG VINNIES

Donna ,Young Vinnies Coordinator-Christchurch presents a thank you frame for the hard work done by the Young Vinnies in 2015.

YOUNG VINNIES LAST ACT OF SERVICE.-Thursday 3 December

Dear Parents
I was extremely  proud of the Young Vinnies who put so much effort and time in preparing something special for the elderly women who visited us from the Age Concern group this morning.
They  escorted them into the hall ,sang a song of welcome before serving them with hot drinks,cakes,biscuits,scones and muffins. The women loved talking to them and so did the students.
They sure did reflect the love of Jesus to others today- I was very touched by the love they showed to total strangers.God bless them all.
You must be just as proud of the Vinnies as I am.
Grace

YOUNG VINNIES

Wednesday  2 December
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Our Young Vinnies act of service this term is to bake something for a shared morning tea tomorrow for the visitors from the Age Concern Group. They will be spending time talking to the elderly folk about school life.
I had a meeting with them this morning to discuss this service activity and everyone seemed very keen.
Thank you for encouraging your children to be involved in the Mission of the Church as young adults who reach out to the lonely and needy.
God bless you all with a holy and happy Christmas.
Warm regards
Grace Reddy (DRS)

TOUCH RUGBY ON A COLD AND WINDY AFTERNOON!

I really enjoyed watching the players at Bromley this afternoon. Great skills application, team work and healthy competitive spirit amongst my gorgeous players.
I take this opportunity to thank Mr McInnes for his total commitment to training and supporting the team at after school competitions.
A big thanks also to Penny and Naps for always being there for the students and encouraging them to play hard.            Grace

ENTHUSIASTIC MUSICIANS!

ROAD PATROL TRAINING

Dear Parents
Please sign and return the forms sent out today.
Thanks
Grace

Road patrol training was really exciting today.
Thanks Constable Meg !

THE SEASON OF ADVENT BEGINS WITH THE LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH.

The ring of evergreens-remind us of God's unending love.....

The small green branches -remind us to grow green and healthy for life.....

The light the candles give us -reminds us of Jesus who shows us to live simply and happily.....

Each week the light grows brighter as we wait happily for  Jesus on CHRISTMAS DAY!!!!

ROAD PATROL TRAINING FOR 2016!

Dear parents/Caregivers
 Just letting you all know that our year 6 students will be undergoing  Road Patrol training  by our school police officer tomorrow from 9am to 12pm.
They will be required to do a refresher course early next year and forms will be sent out for you to sign giving them permission to do this duty.
I think they are very keen for this training.                              Grace

Dear Room 5

Well how are you all doing?

Sorry to tell you but my heels are badly sprained and all strapped up at the moment.

The podiatrist said I have been  giving my feet a very rough time  and  I might have to give up tennis. I couldn't believe my ears and told him that it would be impossible for me to give up the sport I love.

One strapped up heel!




He then suggested I rest them until they heal.

 

Because my heels are in a lot of pain, I am resting them over the next few days  so I can be with you until the end of the year.

Look after Mrs Grant .She has the details of what I would like you to do tomorrow .
 

I am sure you had a good day with Mrs Bell. Take care --- and lead the singing for the whole school well. I am so proud of you!

Miss you guys and girls! Have a nice weekend.
See you all on Monday!

 

God bless

Mrs Reddy.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY KAVALLA!

Kavalla turned 10  last Tuesday  and we all had a lovely afternoon tea.
The cakes, slices ,chips and biscuits were very delicious.
A big thank you to Kavalla's mum and grandma.
Congratulations for reaching double digits in age Kavalla.

 

ATHLETIC SPORT'S DAY FUN!!!!!!

RECORDER ORCHESTRA!

 Since the beginning of term we have been learning to play the recorder!
It's great that everyone is trying so hard.
Apologies mums and dads if it just gets a bit too annoying at home.




We hope to present this talent some time soon!

 

A COUPLE OF TECHNOLOGY CHALLENGES TO COMPLETE OUR LAST TOPIC STUDY.

We learned a lot about how to overcome problems we face on a day to day basis. The students enjoyed the activities and here are some of their inventions. Enjoy some of our  photos - the  videos of our presentations   just did not load up-sorry!

ERO’S VISIT

RUBY TURNED ELEVEN LAST WEEK-HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

A couple  of  lovely ladies from the Education Review Office came to our school to have a check up on how we are learning. They stayed  for three days.
Anna and I from Rm5 represented our class to show them our blog. We explained what was happening and how everything worked. They liked that every student in our class  had a go at blogging and to see some good action shots posted.
I hope that everything goes well and they enjoy our school.
By Ruby

ERO VISITS OUR SCHOOL THIS WEEK.

 


Anna and  Ruby were very keen to show Julie and Jacqueline the fantastic communication system we have to show our parents and friends the exciting learning and teaching that happens in Room 5.They thought the ERO team was very impressed!
We are very proud of all our work posted on our class blog.
We invite you to visit regularly.

Wednesday 18 November.

Dear Diary

This morning Room 5 went to Confession at Stella Maris Church. First we sat down and Father Dan talked to us about the ten commandments and what some of them meant. Father Frances helped Father Dan to forgive our sins. When  we finished we sang “Peace and Forgiveness”.
Father Dan said “Mrs Reddy ,now you have a class of angels !”

Reported by Noella.

PRAY FOR PARIS.

Sunday 15 November
My Dear Students
Hope you get on our blog sometime today-and if you do ,please feel free to bring some fresh flowers if you have any in your garden for special prayers in our room tomorrow morning for those who got killed in Paris yesterday. Thinking of you all.         Mrs Reddy.

For those who lost their lives in PARIS yesterday-

MAY THEY REST IN PEACE.

ROOM 5 SOUTH-EAST ATHLETIC ZONES WINNERS!

Tuesday 11 November  was the SE ZONES ATHLETICS competition. My first event was 80m sprints and I had fun.

After a little bit to eat Ben and played before the relays.
At discus Ben and I came 2^nd equal.

I enjoyed the zones and I hope we are going to the Canterbury competition.
I can’t wait.

JAMES

EXCITING NEWS!

St Anne’s School                                                                                       
739 Ferry Road          
Woolston                    
Christchurch

Thursday 12th November

 
Dear Parents/Caregivers

On Thursday the 10th of  December, Room 4 and 5 are going on an Outdoor Education day.

Both classes will be going to Clip and Climb and Ten Pin Bowling.The plan for the day is below.

 We do however require a number of accompanying adults on the day. We will be leaving at 10:35am on the bus and returning back to school around 2:40pm. You are welcome to come on the bus or meet us there.

 The cost of the trip is $5, which will need to be payed to the office before 1^st December.

Children will need to wear sporty mufti that is appropriate to climb in.

Room 4	Room 5
11am Clip and Climb-	11:10am – Ten   pin bowling 1 hour
12:15-12:45pm Walk to Ten   Pin Bowling	12:10pm-12:30pm Lunch at   ten pin Bowling
Lunch 12:45-1pm	12:30pm Walk to Clip and   climb
1pm – Ten pin   bowling 1 hour	1pm Clip and Climb
Bus pick up at 2:10pm from 10 pin bowling	Bus pick up at   2:15pm from Clip and climb

Students have taken home a hard copy today.

 

Thanks,

Grace.

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Please return this form by Tuesday 1st of December if you can help.

I ____________________________________________________ am able to help on Thursday the 10th of December.                            

 

           Reconciliation

In a couple of weeks Father Dan is going to hear our  confession to prepare for Christmas.

The goal: My goal is to go to reconciliation

Materials: You and your priest

Steps:

Step 1 -Start with the sign of the cross.

Step 2  - Say a very special pray “Bless me Father for I have sinned, It has been __ since my last confession”.

Step3-  Tell Father your sins in a private place or in a church and then the father will bless you and forgive your sins.

Step 4 - Father talks to you and tells you what to do to make up for your sins.

Step5 - Say the Act Of Contrition “Oh my God I am very sorry that I have sinned against you because you are so good and with your help I will try not to sin again”.

Step7  - Go to a quiet place and do your penance.  

 

Reconciliation helps you to become friends with God and people again.

PROCEDURAL WRITING IN ROOM 5

We learned to  Pray the Rosary. Here is a procedure written by Ashlyn.

The Rosary is a traditional Catholic prayer about what happened in the lives of Mary and Jesus.

Goal: To pray the Rosary.

Requirements: A set of Rosary beads.

STEPS:

1: Make the sign of the cross holding the charm of Jesus and say The Creed.

2: Say one Our Father.

3: Pray three Hail Marys.

4: Pray one Our Father.

5: Announce the first mystery and pray one Our Father.

6: Pray ten Hail Marys followed by one Glory Be.

7: Repeat the steps for the other 4 decades.

8: Finish with Hail Holy Queen or A Litany To Mary.

We pray the Rosary in our class and we did a lot of this prayer last month-in October.

TECHNOLOGY STUDY IN PROGRESS

HAVING FINISHED OUR DESIGNS TO SOLVE OUR PROBLEMS THE PHOTOS SHOW US  CREATING THEM.

MRS REDDY AND A COUPLE OF YEAR 7 BOYS HELPED A GROUP TO SAW OFF SOME  PIECES WOOD.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SHARING OUR INVENTIONS !

GROOVY GADGETS TECHNOLOGY STUDY

WORKING COLLABORATIVELY IN OUR GROUPS PLANNING AND DESIGNING OUR CHALLENGES!

LEARNING ABOUT THE SAINTS

We celebrate the  Feast of All Saints on November 1st as a  remembrance  of all those men and women who have lived  heroic Gospel-inspired lives and who have been recognised by the Church.

 

 

 

We honour all the saints who showed us how to love God and other people.

 This feast reminds us of our ultimate goal to be with God.We are called to follow Jesus in all that we

 Our reading last week was to research a saint each to find how they inspire us.



We presented this using a stained glass window and displayed it at our Parish and School Mass last Sunday.

We are going to try and be like our saint every day.