Otahuhu Primary's H.E.A.R.T.

Kia Ora OPS Whānau!

As part of our enviroschools education programme we are participating in the Pest Free South Auckland Moth Plant Pod Competition from the 3rd of March until the 9th of May. This competition involves collecting the invasive moth pods from the weed and bringing them to school to add to our collection. These pods will then be destroyed in a safe environment. Participants are also asked to cut the weeds and where possible, remove them from the ground (under adult supervision!).

All of our students are welcome to participate both at school and around the community, however they must have permission from a parent or guardian to take part. We are aiming to collect over 5000 of these pods to be in the draw to win prizes for our school.

Some important information:

• Gloves should be worn when handling the weed or pods - we have some available at school.
• All pods need to be returned to school in order to be appropriately composted. They cannot go in general waste or be left on the ground.
• If you are unable to cut/remove a weed, you can contact PFSA@otarawaterways.org.nz, and share the property address with them. They will come to remove the plant for you.
• Children should not climb trees or fences to reach the pods. Plants should be cut down to ground level, then the pods can be removed.
• Wear old clothing when dealing with the plants, as there is a sticky substance on them.

IF YOU AND YOUR WHĀNAU WOULD LIKE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS COMPETITION THERE WILL PERMISSION SLIPS IN THE OFFICE. IF YOU RETURN YOUR SLIP TO THE OFFICE THEY CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH GLOVES AND GOGGLES.

Ngā mihi

OPS

Kia Ora OPS Whānau,

Learning Conversation Bookings are active on Skool Loop!

Learning Conversations are taking place on Tuesday 25th March and Wednesday 26th March.

Attached are instructions on how to use the Skool Loop app to book interview times.

You can also talk to your teacher or come to the office for support.

Thank you!

Kia Ora OPS Whānau!

Our Reading Together Workshops have begun!

These are a great opportunity for you and your children to engage in literature in our school library and develop a love for reading.

Our teachers will show you all sorts of interesting texts and ways to read with and to your children.

Come along to the library on Wednesday afternoons to participate.

See the attached flyer for details.

Ngā mihi

OPS