To all our International parents and children
I hope you are all coping in this very difficult time. I know that it is a lot more difficult if English is not your first language. For information about the earthquake you should go to www.canterburyearthquake.org.nz and click on FAQ at the top of the page. There you will be offered a brochure which will give you information on support services available to you translated into 10 different languages. You can phone any number in the brochure and ask for the language line. For information about the language line go to http://www.ethnicaffairs.govt.nz and press language line. There are instructions in 41 different languages telling you how to use the service.
I will be available in the staff room or the ESOL room to help you to access any services you may need, especially if you do not have internet access at home.
Please feel free to come and talk to me at any time and I will try to help you.
Take care
Diane Ward
