Life Education in Nelson/Tasman
Nelson/Tasman established a Life Education Community Trust in November 2002. This was made possible by patrons Roy and Renate Savage gifting a mobile classroom to the community to enable the Trust to be started.
Since its inception, the Nelson/Tasman mobile classroom has visited over 95% of the Primary and Intermediate Schools in the region – including Motueka, Riwaka and Golden Bay. The programme has been extremely well-received such that our mobile classroom now has a fully-booked schedule of schools from one end of Nelson/Tasman to the other, teaching the Life Education Programme, and along with Harold, has become a highly visible and popular identity within the community.
In Nelson/Tasman our programme is dependent on the support of a vital group of local Sponsors whose contributions by way of funding and services help us to deliver the programme to schools at a highly subsidised rate so that all pupils have the opportunity to attend.
Our Sponsors are true partners in our programme – we encourage and create opportunities for their participation in our community activities and value their commitment to our goals. Without these partnerships the Life Education programme could not operate in Nelson/Tasman. |
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Sponsors
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Southpine
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Radio Nelson Classic Hits
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Fitzgerald Construction Ltd
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Sollys Contractors Golden Bay
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Placemakers
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Oldridge Electrical
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Design Windows
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Accessman
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The Signman
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Ching Contracting
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City Fitness
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Bowater Toyota
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TNL Group
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Gen-i Nelson
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Roy and Renate Savage
In 2008, Life Education Nelson/Tasman raised over $120,000 to enable the mobile classroom to be upgraded. This was no easy feat, but thanks certainly goes to the community support and our regular Sponsors. Our target is to raise 60% of our operating costs through sponsorship within the local communities in which we operate; raising the remainder through fundraising activities and donations. Because we are a volunteer organisation, all funds raised go towards programme delivery.
The Harold Club
Life Education Trust is all about helping our children to grow up with good self esteem, respect for themselves and others, with a healthy body by making healthy choices. Life Education is totally community funded. The funds required to operate the mobile classroom and deliver the Life Education Programmes to the Primary and Intermediate Schools in the Nelson/Tasman region is high. That is why we need your help.
We need your help and we would like to invite you to join the Life Education experience and be part of something truly special. By contributing $400 a year ($33.33 a month) you can become part of our Harold Club. Our aim is to encourage a minimum of 50 people to make a regular contribution to the Harold Club and in doing this so, this ensures some sustainable funds to contribute to the operating costs of Life Education Trust. You can be confident that all monies received remain in the Nelson/Tasman community.
What can you expect in return?
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You can make a difference to your community
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Your name printed on the back of the classroom with other Harold Club Members
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An invitation to 2 social functions a year with a prize on offer for those attending
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Quarterly newsletters from our Educator
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Harold Club bumper stickers, Harold pin
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A GST Invoice (if applicable)
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Tax Deduction (if applicable)
But the most rewarding part of being a Harold Club member is knowing that you are part of something good, something that works and engages the children of New Zealand in a positive way. If you would like to part of this exclusive group of people then please contact Sheryl.rich@xtra.co.nz.
Thank you for considering this opportunity.
Trustees Life Education Trust Nelson/Tasman
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Margaret Palmer - Chairperson - Email: margaret.palmer@nbnz.co.nz
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Victoria Hawke - Life Education Educator (027) 286 5916 Email: nelson@lifeed.or.nz
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Chris Buckley - Trustee
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Michelle Fitzgerald - Trustee 2007
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Sonya Hockey - Trustee/Principal Representative 2011
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Ross Butler - Trustee
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Graeme Taylor - Trustee 2005
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Sheryl Wagner - Secretary/Treasurer 2010
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Address:
Life Education Trust Nelson/Tasman
PO Box 3031
Richmond 7050
Feedback from Nelson/Tasman School Principals
“Our Syndicate from Henley School (Year 5/6) took part in the ‘Brainy Bunch’ module. Each child took away knowledge that will assist them in making healthy choices for the future. Helen the Educator was awesome and really spoke at the level needed for children. She made it an action packed hour and half with lessons broken up with fun games. Thankyou for providing us with this fun opportunity.”
Amy Chippendale, Senior Syndicate Teacher, Henley School, Nelson. 23/7/09
"The programme makes an impact. It gives kids the knowledge and strategies to make the right choices, and they love it"
Justin Neal, Principal, Mahana School, 24/7/09
“The class comes alive for our special needs students. They are engaged with all the activities.”
Acushla Murphy, Salisbury School, Teacher, 23/7/09
“The children of Tahunanui School just love Harold’s visits each year. He has so much to teach them and does so in an interactive, fun and unforgettable way. His assistant, Helen, brings him to life to share his songs, stories and healthy messages.”
Jane Tambisari, Teacher, Tahunanui School, 22/7/09
“The programme tackles genuine issues that have reared their head in the classroom.”
Jane Adams, Teacher, Riwaka School, 28/7/09
“We love these visits. They are always of a very high standard. Please keep coming to Motupipi School.”
Judy Cullen, Deputy Principal, Motupipi School, 16/12/07
“Extra resources were brilliant, good job Helen – thanks for everything.”
Rob Weymss, Principal, Clifton Terrace School, 20/5/08
“Another great programme. Well delivered and relevant – especially “From the Shadows” for the Year 8’s.”
Jeanine Taylor, Dean Year 7/8, Golden Bay High School, 1/11/08
“Helen delivered an enthusiastic and engaging programme. It was very well received by the children. Well done!”
Finn Deeley, Junior syndicate leader, Henley Primary School, 12/2/08
