Christchurch Earthquake

Dear Parents and Caregivers

I want to let you know how the school is responding to the Christchurch Earthquake

1. We have offered thirty beds (and food also if necessary) in the school hostel, without charge, immediately.

2. There will be a $5 Mufti Day (or whatever your circumstances can afford) on Friday . (Mufti Days normally have a gold coin donation.) We hope every student will contribute so we will raise close to $2000. We will donate the money to the Salvation Army Earthquake Appeal as part of an Oamaru Community initiative.

3. We will be a North End community drop off point for non-perishable food, which will then be passed on the the agencies involved for distribution.

4. We ask all students and staff to bring to the office at least one item of non perishable goods (e.g. tins, cereal, bottled water).

There may be more we can do in the future but this is our initial response.

I know that many families have had a stressful time worrying about friends and relatives, particularly in the immediate aftermath when communications were difficult. I trust that this e-mail finds you with all loved ones safe.

Regards

Paul Olsen
Principal