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HealthTerm 1 2013
Welcome, Taloha ni, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Malo e lelei, Manh Goi, Sawat Dee,
Hallo, Salamoahlakom, Kumusta, Assalamu Alaikum, Nabad, Ni sa bula, Ola,
Talofa lava, Kia ora, Kia orana, Hello and "Gidday"
Kia ora
Welcome to the first Hauora Recipe 4 Health newsletter of 2013! We hope you had a great break over Christmas and are now continuing to enjoy this long spell of fabulous summer weather with your students, friends and whanau. Term 1 is always an exciting term for schools with sports and many other activities on the go. Sport Wellington’s Stadium Sports Festival set to kick off on the 12th of March, our Kick Start Your Health Team workshop on the 19th March and Greater Wellingtons Moving March “All in Day” on the 20th March, there are lots of ways to involve your school in a healthy start to the year!
With the new year come changes in our Health Promoting Schools team. We welcomed Sara Nourozi in November. Sara will be taking over working in the Hutt schools. Sara is a new graduate from Christchurch. We have a proper introduction to her and the rest of the team on page 5.
Debbie Gough left the team in February to go teaching in Nepal! We wish Debs all the best and look forward
Health Promoting Schools
We recognise that all schools promote health in various ways and would love to share your stories and ideas.
We welcome your contributions, please contact your HPS Advisor or Public Health Nurse at Regional Public Health on 04 570 9002
to keeping up with her work as science teacher at Kathmandu International Study Centre.
This newsletter includes information about our Kick Start Your Health Team workshop in March. We had a great turn out last year, and many schools found the workshop an excellent motivator to encourage some good student led initiatives going in their school. There are also some great healthy recipes and activities for children to get involved in please use these in your school newsletter or photocopy the activities page for your class.
Other interesting articles is Lakeview School in the Wairarapa. They have been working hard to enhance physical activity in their school looking at heart rate levels of students through a structured weekly programme. Rheumatic fever is also a serious illness affecting children in the Wellington Region so make sure you read the information provided by our Public Health Nurses.
If you have any requests for our newsletter we are always open to feedback and new ideas.
Health Promoting Schools Website!
Check out our website www.rph.org.nz to find out who we are and what we do, view past newsletters and look at helpful resources.
If you have any feedback or suggestions please contact [email protected]
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As a result of the programme and the students desire to have more PE at school (recently made clear from whole school student engagement surveys) Lakeview School will be introducing a compulsory element of fitness through out all classes. Staff timetables will accommodate seven PE/fitness sessions which will consist of 4 morning fitness sessions, 2 structured PE sessions and syndicate sports once a week.
Deputy Principal Tim Nelson has said through the Positive Behaviour for Learning programme, they will be investigating the impact of the PE/fitness sessions on student behaviour to give an on-going evaluation to the programme and to stress the importance of physical activity within the school.
Lakeview Primary SchoolLakeview Primary School piloted a physical activity programme with the Year 7 and 8 students during Term 4 of 2012. The programme involved 20 minutes of exercise each day and the monitoring of students’ heart rate to gauge individual fitness levels and effort throughout the programme. The programme is based on research from Dr John Ratey of Havard University regarding the positive correlation between exercise and children’s brain function. Studies have shown that daily exercise can improve the student’s ability to learn, increasing concentration and motivation within the classroom thus improving academic results.
Joe Hull the lead teacher of the pilot saw some great results. “The programme places emphasis on child participation and engagement rather than on skill and sporting ability which is what’s needed to increase the child’s confidence and fitness at this stage in their life” says Joe.
The students maintained a 70-90% maximum heart rate during their daily exercise. By the end of each week the class had completed 2 runs, 2 circuits, and 1 games session. Their running distance increased dramatically over the duration of the 8 week program, and 84% of the students recorded a drop in their resting heart rate by the end of the programme.
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Spotlight on Students
Movin’March is a week long celebration of active travel to schools - taking place 18-22 March 2013. Getting to school by active means is a wonderful way for kids to experience their world, practise road safety skills and socialise with their peers. It can also be linked to almost every curriculum area, can reduce the queues of cars at the gate, improve student health and provide a marvellous learning opportunity. It is certainly something to celebrate!
Schools are invited to celebrate in any way that suits. Ideas can be found at http://www.gw.govt.nz/movin-march and curriculum ideas are available http://education.nzta.govt.nz/resources/primary-curriculum-resources.
Supporting materials, pencils, stickers and badges will be mailed to registered schools at the start of March – if you haven’t registered yet there’s still time!
Register your school now at www.gw.govt.nz/movin-march/"
What’s OnMovin’March
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Kick Start Your Health Team Workshop 2013
The Health Promoting Schools Advisors would like to invite you to take part in our ‘Kick Start Workshop’
Where: Johnsonville Community CentreWhen: Tuesday 19th March 2013Time: 9:15am – 2:30pmWho: 3 students (Y5-8’s) & 1 adult from your school
Workshop Information:The workshop is designed to enhance student voice in your school by exploring scenarios and practical ideas. A positive difference can be made in your school community through strengthening the work your student health team are doing and continuing to build their leadership skills. It doesn’t matter whether you already have a health team or you are wanting the tools to start one up, this workshop is for you!
N.B. It is important that the teacher/adult chosen is likely to be running the health team/ student group in your school as they will be gaining valuable information and resources enabling them to do so.
RPH is offering each decile 1-4 school $100.00 towards teacher release time.
Spaces are limited so get in quick!
Morning Tea and Lunch Provided
Please contact Lauren Ensor to obtain a registration
form
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (04) 473 5726 (Attn: Lauren Ensor)
N.B. If faxing please email to confirm we have received it
Last year our Student Leadership Workshop had a fantastic turn out of 25 schools from all over the Wellington region. The day was a huge success with lots of hard work, fun and new relationships established throughout the day. Feedback from the day was extremely positive:
“From zero understanding to very excited to get something going”
“Really helpful, lots of ideas for students and teachers. Created enthusiasm!”
Below is a snap shot of what went on at last years workshop:
Don’t miss out on this year’s workshop, see more information below
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*Prizes include cash for the winning schools, and surprise prizes provided by sponsors for winning classes or students. In total, the prize pool is valued at $20,000. For terms & conditions or for more information, visit our website or email [email protected]. **Research shows that wearing cycle helmets correctly significantly reduces the risk of severe brain injury by 74%.
To register, visit www.
mysafekids.org.nz/
creativequest
Show off your school’s creativity!
$20,000 prize pool*
‘Safekids Creative Quest’ is a chance for your school to win prizes and get important safety messages through to students, families and the community.
Help Safekids’ public awareness campaign by developing messages for students, by students!
Video, radio and art challengesTimed to run in Term Two 2013, the Safekids Creative Quest offers three fun challenges: • Make a video – for Years 4 to 9 • Make a radio commercial – for Years 4 to 9 • Create an illustrated story – for Years 1 to 3
The theme: No helmet. No brain!All three challenges will involve communicating the importance of wearing helmets** for biking, scooting and skating, and fitting helmets correctly.
Curriculum-linked learning with each challengeEvery challenge comes with a professionally-prepared, curriculum-linked lesson plan.
Winning entries will work for child safetyWinning entries will be turned into posters, books or played on Radio, YouTube or TV!
Teachers, register now!Register and receive a purpose built challenge pack. Schools can submit as many entries as they wish.
Sponsored by:
Health Promoting Schools Profiles
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Lauren Ensor
Tēnā koe
Ko Tapuae o Uenuku tōku maunga
Ko Wairau tōku awa
Nō Te Waiharakeke ahau
Ko Whanganui-ā-Tara taku kāinga ināianei
Ko Lauren Ensor taku ingoa
Kia ora. I am a Health Promoting Schools Advisor for a wide range schools across the Wellington region. I grew up in sunny Marlborough on a cherry farm, went to boarding school in Christchurch, University in Otago, and am now settled in the vibrant city of Wellington.
I have degrees in Nutrition and Physical Education and am currently working towards a postgraduate diploma in Public Health. I love playing touch and was privileged to represent New Zealand at World Cup in Scotland in 2011. I am always on the go, spending a lot of time playing sport or taking part in recreation activities with friends in the outdoors.
I recently became an executive member of the national HPS organisation Te Taihere Hauora and look forward to the challenge of working to improve health and education outcomes for children in New Zealand.
I work with Schools in Wellington and Porirua.
Janine Nash
Kia ora, my name is Janine. I have recently returned to work part time as a Health Promoting Schools Advisor. When I began work with Regional Public Health in 2008 I worked alongside Hutt schools. This time around I will be working
with a range of schools across Porirua and Wellington.
My background is in education and criminology. I am passionate about child health and I look forward to supporting some exciting project work.
I am a born and bred Miramar girl. Outside of work I can be found chasing around after my 17 month old twins, pushing a pram over the Miramar hills or enjoying a coffee with friends.
I enjoy the challenges and rewards working in Public Health brings and I look forward to having the opportunity to work with some of you soon.
I work with Schools in Wellington and Porirua.
Sara Nourozi
Kia ora, My name is Sara and I have very recently filled the position of a Public Health Advisor for Health Promoting Schools.
I was born in Christchurch where I spent most of my life, then moved to Dunedin to
Study Nutrition at the University of Otago and then moved back to Christchurch to gain a Post Graduate Diploma in public Health which I completed in June 2012.
Due to my passion to travel and adventurous nature, I have visited many parts of the world that include living in Africa for 1 year and China for 3 months. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, baking and keeping fit through any means!
I am really enjoying the work I am involved in with schools of the Hutt Valley and look forward to working with you and your school.
Heather Knewstubb
I am the Team Leader of the Schools and Early Childhood Settings team at Regional Public Health. Our team comprises Health Promoting Schools Advisors, Eearly Childhood Centre Advisors, a Pacific Sexual Health Promoter and 0.5 Public Health Advisor
working on Reducing Serious Skin Infections.
I come from a primary teaching background and was also an educator for Life Education Trust, Hutt Valley for four years. In 2004 I became a Health Promoting Schools Advisor and in 2006, I changed to .5 HPS, .5 Fruit in Schools. In December 2007 I became the Team Leader of the team.
I enjoy leading a dynamic team that is working to reduce barriers to learning.
Nutrition
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Kids in the Kitchen
TUNA AND LEMON PASTA Ingredients500g Pasta
4 tomatoes, peeled and de-seeded
425g can tuna in spring water, drained
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
200g green beans, blanched
1 slice multi-grain bread, finely crumbled, then toasted
DirectionsCook pasta according to packet directions, then drain.
Heat a small non-stick pan and pan-fry the tomatoes, tuna and garlic for 5 minutes
Add the lemon zest, juice and green beans and cook for a further 3 minutes.
Toss the drained pasta through the tuna mixture, then plate evenly. Sprinkle the crunchy breadcrumbs on the top of each serving.
Add salt and pepper to taste.Serves: 6
Total cost of ingredients: $14.05/ $2.34 per serve
Information and recipe adapted from http://www.nutrition-foundation.org.nz
Budgeting for a Healthy Lunch
Total Cost = $3.90(2x Fruit, raisins, vegemite sandwich, popcorn, yoghurt & carrot) Cost based on Countdown online store 25.2.13
Autumn Fruits and VegetablesFruitApple, banana, grapes, nectarine, peach, pear, plum, tomato, watermelon, nashi pear
VegetablesAsparagus, beans, beetroot, broccoli, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, mushrooms, potato, pumpkin, snowpeas, spring onion, sweetcorn, turnip, zucchini
Activities
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1. A cloud is my mother, the wind is my father, my son is the cool stream, and my daughter is the fruit of the land. A rainbow is my bed, the earth my final resting place, and I'm the torment of man.
2. What belongs to you but others use it more than you do?
3. I am taken from a mine, and shut up in a wooden case, from which I am never released, and yet I am used by almost everybody. What am I?
4. It's been around for millions of years, but it's no more than a month old. What is it?
5. It lives without a body, hears without ears, speaks without a mouth, and is born in air. What is it?
6. The more you take away, the larger it becomes? What is it?
7. What is it that has a bottom at the top of them?
8. What is full of holes, but can still hold a lot of water?
Answers to ridiculous riddles: 1.rain 2.your name 3.pencil lead 4.the moon 5.an echo 6.a hole 7.your legs 8.a sponge
Help Dad Golf
If you would like more information on rheumatic fever you can either talk to your nurse or doctor at the Health Centre or contact Lisa Langley Public Health Nurse/ Rheumatic Fever awareness Project 04 570 9002
Handy Health Hints from the Public Health Nurse
Sore throats matterA rheumatic fever awareness raising programme in the Hutt ValleyThe rheumatic fever awareness raising programme: “Sore throats matter” is a preventative programme run by Regional Public Health our Public Health Nurses will be raising awareness within Hutt Valley Schools and communities.
Sore throats can be caused by a bug (strep A bug) strep throat; if this bug is not treated it can cause rheumatic fever. Rheumatic fever is a serious disease which can make children very sick and cause heart damage.
Rheumatic fever is easy to prevent. If your child has a sore throat, get it checked every time by a nurse or doctor.
If your child has a strep throat, your child will be given 10 days of antibiotics. It is important your child finishes the full course of antibiotics. This is to make sure the strep throat does not cause rheumatic fever.
To help stop strep throat spreading in your family/ whanau, it is important to ask them to cover their mouth when coughing or sneezing and wash their hands well with soap and water.
It is very important not to share water bottles, drinking cups or toothbrushes.
Regional Public HealthBetter Health For The Greater Wellington Region
For more information about Health Promoting Schools contact:
Heather Knewstubb, Healthy Schools Team Leader, Regional Public Health
Phone: 04 570 9107, [email protected]
Produced by: Regional Public Health, Private Bag 31 907, Lower Hutt
Who is most at risk?Maori and Pacific Island children between ages 5 – 15.
Families / Whanau who have had rheumatic fever before.
Families / Whanau who live in houses with a lot of other people living there.
