Welcome to Pod 3: Supporting Growth and Partnership

In Pod 3, we aim to help children grow in independence, socially and academically, within a supportive environment. Establishing a partnership with parents is key, encouraging open communication for the benefit of each child. The school fosters connections with parent-teacher liaisons and organizes regular conferences. Effective communication channels include email, in-person meetings, and school apps. Emphasizing parental involvement in homework support, the school provides guidance on completion and expectations. The team at Pod 3, led by dedicated teachers, strives to create an enriching and collaborative learning experience for all students.

• Supportive environment
• Parent-teacher partnership
• Effective communication
• Student growth
• Academic independence

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1. POD 3

2. Welcome to Pod 3 Meet the Teacher Evening Miss Gwen Garcia Ms Amanda Kirkup Mrs Mary Jones Mrs Coram Bradbury & Mrs Nicole McCracken Room 12 Ms Lisa Woodman Room 13 Mrs Karen Atkin & Mrs Louise Bayly Room 14 Miss Page Literacy Mrs Brown and Mrs Bullock Teacher Aides Shona, Sharon, Chantel, Kelly Room 8 Room 9 Room 10 Room 11

3. In Pod 3 We Aim to Help your children grow in independence, both socially and academically, in a supportive environment Establish a partnership with you and encourage communication so that we are able to work for the benefit of your child

4. Parent Teacher Liaisons Room 8 Room 9 Kavanagh Room 10 Room 11 Whitmore Room 12 - Jana Cuff Room 13 Room 14 - Judy Sun - Nicola Seager - Sarah - Clare Turner - Susan - Rachel Iraia

5. Parent/Teacher/Studen t Conferences These happen twice a year. Term 1 - 3rd & 4th March 3:30 - 6:00 PM Term 2 - TBC (usually these are in the last week of Term 2)

6. Communication Teachers like to have contact with parents Email is a good way to keep in touch and set up meetings (but please do not rely on teachers picking up emails through the day) Concerns are best dealt with face to face before being put in writing Skool Bag App Parents can access the Shout Out via the school website School Newsletter - please sign up for this via the website or at the office

7. Homework Children need the support of their parents to ensure that homework is completed satisfactorily e.g. time is made, there s space, stationery is available etc Unlike in the junior school, readers will not be sent home on a daily basis. Maths homework is Mathletics. This is set by your child s maths teacher.

9. Literacy Support in Pod 3 Jenny Brown and Helen Bullock provide Literacy Support for students in Pod 3. A letter has gone home for those students who would benefit from extra support in Literacy.

10. Maths To cater for the range of abilities we cross group for Maths. This year we are trialling having one day a week (Friday) where children stay in their home class to participate in problem solving tasks. Don t hesitate to contact your child s Maths teacher if you need to. www.nzmaths.co.nz is an excellent website to gain further clarity about learning Maths.

11. Health and P.E. Swimming is the PE focus for Term 1 and we have had swimming instructors in the pool for the past two weeks. A note is required if they are unable to take part (please don t make excuses for them) A house coloured sports shirt and sports shorts are required and can be purchased online Named P.E. gear should be kept in a bag inside their school bags There are some team sports available for Pod 3 students

12. E-Learning at SPS Our Pod page can be accessed via the school website or go to: https://shellypark.school.nz/pod-3-portal This page is in the process of being updated All classrooms are equipped with an equal share of chromebooks to enhance your child s learning and engagement School Website: Each week the Webcrew, a group of Pod 3 and 4 students, meet to post events and news. This year, they hope to showcase students work too.

13. Lockdown Learning https://shellypark.school.nz/

14. Bits and Pieces OParent help for classroom/sports days OEducation outside the classroom forms/ information slip and parent help OPersonal responsibility (Reading/library books) OUniforms naming of these, P.E shorts and uniform shorts ORoad crossing and parking OWaste free lunch boxes rubbish comes home OMoney (pod box) OToys e.g. Smiggle OPOD 3 IS NUT FREE

15. Finally! We look forward to working with you and your children this year Please contact us in person or via email if you have any questions or concerns