Elite Dance Troop for the 2011 Performing Arts Extravaganza

You will remember the 'Thriller' dance troop from our last Performing Arts Extravaganza.  Thanks to Frith O'Hagan's expertise, the group were certainly a hit during our three shows.

It is with great excitement that I can tell you Frith has once again offered her time to another very fortunate group of students for the extravaganza this year. 

If you are in years 5-8 and would love to be involved in this year's dance group, get along to the Performing Arts room at 12.40 on Thursday, 2 June with appropriate clothing and show Frith what you've got.  (Don't be shy boys...you can do it too!)

See you there and don't be late!

Arrowtown Senior and Junior Ukelele Orchestras 2011

Here are our Ukelele Orchestras for this year! 

The Junior Ukelele Orchestra rehearses at lunchtime each Monday from 12.40 - 1.30pm.

The Senior Ukelele Orchestra rehearses at lunchtime each Tuesday from 12.40 - 1.30pm.

JUMP JAM IS BACK FOR TERM TWO!!

What is Jump Jam?

Undoubtedly, this program is successful because it is
so much FUN!  Our students just LOVE IT!

By enjoying and understanding the health and physicial
exercise benefits of aerobics, students eventually become
future role models by leading fellow students through the
routines and later instructing their communities.

Cultural movement concepts from NZ society are
included i.e. Haka, Polynesian, Latin, Indian,
South African, Spanish and even martial arts fitness.
Cardiovascular fitness is interwoven with dance,
drama and music to allow a creative self expression
for the students as they explore and identify a variety
of dance styles.
Students also relate with each other within the group
dynamic, sometimes working as one unit, other times
performing separate masculine and feminine cultural
movement patterns.

Please ensure your child knows which day their class has Jump Jam.
(Their classroom teacher will be able to tell them.)

They are to be dressed appropriately for the classes.  Jeans are not to be worn for these classes.  Each student should bring a water bottle as they are working very hard and heat up very quickly.

Rehearsal Times For The School Rock Bands In Term 2, 2011

Kia ora everyone,

Here are the rehearsal times for the school rock bands during term 2.
Please come prepared to the sessions, i.e., instruments, picks, music, capo, drumsticks and leads.

Band One - Tuesday 8- 9am
Band Two - Wednesday 8-9am
Band Three - Friday 8-9am

Being in a team of any kind requires commitment both on and off the stage or field.  You need to attend your rehearsals on time and ensure you commit personal time to rehearse at home daily.

The Extravaganza is drawing near so go hard!!