We're all looking forward to a bit of festive cheer - Bah Humbug!

We're all busy preparing for the frantic end of term period, there are the school play to look forward to, the parties to prepare and that's before we think about the visit of Santa himself

For those of you lucky enough to have tickets to the opening day at the PoW theatre hall look out for the POWSA stall where you can still pick up a last minute treat, be it a Plum pudding, calendar or one of the delightful gifts made by year 4. For the rest of us with tickets to the later performances don't worry, if there's anything left we'll make sure it's on sale on Wednesday and Thursday as well.

Merry Christmas!

FREE Christmas Trees

That's right, our friends at the RSPB in Arne are having their  annual "Pull a Pine" day and they are giving away Christmas trees for free. They are completely free, all you have to do is turn up, pull a few pines and then, hey presto, a free tree.

Full details can be found here

http://www.rspb.org.uk/discoverandenjoynature/seenature/events/details.aspx?id=tcm:9-382790

2015 Calender - On Sale From Friday

Just when you thought Halloween was over and it was safe to come out from under the blanket we proudly present  Mr October 2015 in the POWSA school calendar, it's guaranteed to make ever those of you with a stout heart weep.

Available to buy from Friday and very reasonably priced at £4.50 the calendar also makes a lovely gift for grandparents, Aunties & Uncles, vague acquaintances or even the postman. The initial print run is limited so be sure to order yours. All of the images have been kindly donated by staff, parents and pupils themselves and all profits are invested back into the school

Why not order yours at the quiz evening this Friday, doors open at 6pm

Prince Charles' Visit & Plum Puddings

Now there's a title you don't expect to write everyday.

For those of you who missed the visit of HRH Prince Charles ( I like to think of him as the POW in POWSA now) have a look at the video on the Echo's page linked here, it sums it up perfectly and the children all enjoyed it immensely.

As ever a big thank you to all the staff at the school who made sure the event ran seamlessly and to the children who's enthusiasm for the visit was obvious for all to see.

We also have half a dozen plum puddings and half a dozen Chocolate puddings available for those who have not ordered theirs yet, make sure you snap them up soon as once they're gone they're gone.

http://www.dorsetecho.co.uk/video/3895035065001/?ref=vidshare

Coming soon: POWSA school calendar and Christmas Fayre updates......

Link with us on facebook - find our page here

https://www.facebook.com/princeofwalesschoolassociation?ref=aymt_homepage_panel

Quiz Night Correction

Apologies but the ditty,
that was supposed to be witty,
has been found, actually,
incorrect factually.

Please note that the quiz starts at 6pm and not 5pm as originally stated.

Thanks

Family Quiz Evening

'Tis November and the nights are drawing in

But fear not for it is your chance to win

The POWSA Annual Quiz at our lovely school

And the title of Quiz champion, now wouldn't that be cool.

 

On November 21st, it's I Friday don't y'know

There will be teams of families attempting to show

Just how much they've learnt and how clever they can be

Whilst having a fun evening and drinking cups of tea

Other refreshments are available, the quiz starts at 5pm, entry is £2 per adult (13yrs +), £1 for children (Reception upwards). Maximum 4 adults per team. Bring a bottle if that's your preference.
Cash prize for the winning team



Hello & THANKYOU

POWSA would like to say a HUMUNGOUS "Thank You".  Your support last year helped us raise a substantial amount of money, which we have been able to invest back into the school.

Our major donation last year was £1500 to support the school library, which is now stocked with some really fantastic books. It's great to see how parent input can really benefit the facilities our children get to enjoy at our fab school :)

We are looking forward to raising even more money to help the school and our community, with your support this year. We will keep you up to date with the fundraising, how the money is used, and most importantly how you can help as the year progresses.

One quick and easy way to help is by shopping!! If you register with Easy Fundraising and buy online goodies from Amazon, John Lewis or M&S (and over 200 other retailers) POWSA receives a donation. All it costs you is 2 minutes of your time to register and the benefit stays right here with the school. http://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/powsa

Finally thanks to those of you who gave up your time  to help us over the last 12 months, we really appreciate everyone's efforts and volunteers are always richly rewarded with tea or coffee and even the odd cake so feel free to ask any of the POWSA team if you can spare some time to help us in the future. 

Thankyou

POWSA would like to say a HUMUNGOUS "Thank You".  Your support last year helped us raise a substantial amount of money, which we have been able to invest back into the school.

Our major donation last year was £1500 to support the school library, which is now stocked with some really fantastic books. It's great to see how parent input can really benefit the facilities our children get to enjoy at our fab school :)

We are looking forward to raising even more money to help the school and our community, with your support this year. We will keep you up to date with the fundraising, how the money is used, and most importantly how you can help as the year progresses.

One quick and easy way to help is by shopping!! If you register with Easy Fundraising and buy online goodies from Amazon, John Lewis or M&S (and over 200 other retailers) POWSA receives a donation. All it costs you is 2 minutes of your time to register and the benefit stays right here with the school. http://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/powsa

Finally thanks to those of you who gave up your time  to help us over the last 12 months, we really appreciate everyone's efforts and volunteers are always richly rewarded with tea or coffee and even the odd cake so feel free to ask any of the POWSA team if you can spare some time to help us in the future. 

POWSA AGM

Hello everyone,

Just a quick reminder that the POWSA AGM is happening this Thursday 23rd October, 19:45 in the school staff room.
This is a great opportunity to meet the current POWSA committee, find out about what we do for the school and enjoy some homemade goodies!!
We are a committed but small band of parents and we are always looking for new members.  The level of your involvement in planning, implementing and running  POWSA events is entirely up to you.  We don't expect you to be at every meeting and every event from start to finish, but, with more members and if we all do a little bit, then there is plenty of time for us all to enjoy each event with our families as well as helping out!
It is a lot of fun, and in return, you receive a huge sense of satisfaction and feeling of pride that you have helped raise funds which are used to helped all our children and our fantastic school.

Please consider coming and finding out a bit more,
Hope to see you there
POWSA

  

Your Country Fair 

needs 

YOU!!!

I hope you are all looking forward to this weekend.  Planning is well underway, and we here at party HQ are all ready.  There is still time to prebook your tickets and food, so dig out that booking form, fill it out and hand it in to the school office.

We are still looking for volunteers to help on the day, so please consider signing up for just one hour.  If we all do a little bit we all get to enjoy the party with our friends and families as well as helping out our fantastic school.  The sign up sheet is in the staff  room, so if you wish to volunteer please ask at the school office.

Fingers crossed for lovley weather!  See you on Saturday.

Kate and the POWSA team

 

County fair competion at our birthday party.

The Prince of Wales School County Fair

Saturday 5th July 2014

To make the most of our special party POWSA are running a COUNTRY FAIR and we need your support to make it a success – and maybe you could be the ‘best in show’.
So dust off that camera – put on a pinny – and get the needles stitching!

You can enter as many times as you like – in as many categories as you like.  All we ask is that any edible produce can be sold in the cafe to raise funds on the day.  All entries can be bought to the school between 9:30 and 12 on the day of the show. Judging (with our special guests) will take place between 12 and 3pm and the winners will be announced at the party, and on the school website.

The categories are:

Photo competition – the theme is either ‘Dorset’ or ‘The Prince of Wales School’ – the choice is yours. Printed photos please – either 6x4; 7x5 or A4 size). POWSA is hoping to produce a commemorative calendar ready for Christmas using the winning entries. Under 13’s will be judged separately.

Under 13’s will have a separate competition for all of the following:

Cakes and Bakes – any sweet bake – big cakes, little cakes, tray bakes etc. 
Savoury bakes – pies, tarts, breads etc
Biscuits – Sweet or savoury.
Pickles and preserves – jams, chutney jellies etc.
Knitting – any knitted item of your choice – item will be returned if required
Sewing – again, any item of your choice – item will be returned if required

And for children only - we have the following competitions:
Mini garden in a tray – for under 10s
Vegetable character – again for under 10s
Loom band figures – for under 13s

You can still enter the show, even if you are not able to come to the party itself.

For further information – please ask a member of your POWSA team.