Kia Ora Whanau,
The term is certainly flying by and by the end of next week, we will be half way through the final term! There is still a fair amount of learning time left and our programmes go right up to the final day. The atmosphere is really positive around the school at present and it is great to see the school’s core values and Mission Statement in action.
This Monday the school will be holding its annual Athletic Sports Day. This year the event will be held at school, with those who have qualified for each individual event competing. The students have been participating and qualifying within their PE lessons over the last four weeks. It will be exciting to see all the students giving it their best on the field, and looking to secure points for themselves as well as their Syndicate. Any whanau who would like to attend and watch the events in action are welcome, and we look forward to seeing you on the day.
Today we welcome back Rooms 16 & 17 from their class camp to Auckland. No doubt it was a fun-filled three days and we look forward to hearing all about it. Next week four rooms from Te Whanau o Ohinemataroa are heading to Rotorua on Tuesday for three days of activities and challenges. The teachers have been busy putting the final touches into place and are gearing up for a great trip.
Thanks again to those whanau who are able to attend and support this trip. Next Friday November 15th, the school is closed due to a mandated Teacher Only Day. The staff will be spending the day with Helen Wallis, a highly respected and accredited literacy facilitator. The programme focuses on the teaching of writing and will add to our teachers’ ability to continue to create engaging and meaningful writing lessons. The opportunity to work with Helen is exciting for our staff and we thank you in advance for your support.
Nga Mihi
Mike Webster