Te Wiki o te Reo Māori
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori aims to inspire New Zealanders to speak the Māori language proudly. To mark this event, ngā kaiako continued to integrate te reo Māori into their class programmes, as well as introduce new kupu (words / phrases) for our tamariki. On Tuesday 13th September, our tamariki moved around a rotation of activities that focused on te reo Māori. Our tuakana (older) supported our teina (younger) as they participated in the learning across the morning. Great job! Ka pai tō mahi!
Police PCT
Tuesday 27th August hosted an opportunity for a team of our Year 8 students to attend the Western Bay of Plenty Police PCT (Physical Competency Test) event at TECT Arena. Teams of intermediate age students participate in a variety of mental and physical challenges. Branches throughout NZ run local competitions to select their representatives to attend the National finals. Whilst being an annual event, this was the reintroduction to the event since COVID-19 interruptions. As always, our students made us proud and had a fun-filled morning of teamwork!
Jumping June
Our Jumping June event on Wednesday 22nd June was all about FUN! And OH MY WORD, WHAT FUN WE HAD!
Our learners had the opportunity to skip alongside their fellow classmates, friends and other students in an afternoon of activities that promote fitness, wellbeing and unity (kotahitanga) on Wednesday 22nd June. Long rope activities, short rope circuit stations, relays and grooving and moving to music was enjoyed by all. Our learners (and teachers 😉) didn't even realise that they were out moving for 80 minutes.
Our school value of perseverance / hiringa was definitely displayed across the afternoon. We are so proud of our learners - they did their absolute best and were willing to try new things. OH MY WORD, WHAT FUN WE HAD!
Our learners had the opportunity to skip alongside their fellow classmates, friends and other students in an afternoon of activities that promote fitness, wellbeing and unity (kotahitanga) on Wednesday 22nd June. Long rope activities, short rope circuit stations, relays and grooving and moving to music was enjoyed by all. Our learners (and teachers 😉) didn't even realise that they were out moving for 80 minutes.
Our school value of perseverance / hiringa was definitely displayed across the afternoon. We are so proud of our learners - they did their absolute best and were willing to try new things. OH MY WORD, WHAT FUN WE HAD!
Rippa Rugby Tournament
Ten Year 3 / 4 and twelve Year 5 / 6 students took part in the Rippa Rugby Tournament at Omokoroa Sports Grounds on Monday 23rd May. The weather shone for the occasion and the teams displayed fairplay and commitment. This was our first time at this event and our learners should feel extremely proud of their efforts. It was a great day out! It was no easy decision in awarding players of the day. Congratulations Isabelle, Chad and Taylor.
Our kura acknowledges the coaches and managers who encouraged and upskilled our learners; and our parents and whānau for sideline support.
Our kura acknowledges the coaches and managers who encouraged and upskilled our learners; and our parents and whānau for sideline support.
Bike Ready
Thursday 6th and Friday 7th May hosted an opportunity for our Year 5 / 6 students to participate in the Bike Ready Programme. Professional instructors supported our learners in gaining the skills and experience they need to confidently ride on the road. Riding through a course using the school bus bay and kindy driveway and carpark was particularly special for our Year 6 students.
House of Science - The Sea and Me
Across Week 6, Term 1, The Sea and Me - Te Moana Me Ahau science kit provided a range of activities for our tamariki to explore. Here they are exploring 'Which Shell is that?’ Great use of observational skills to classify shells. The guidebooks helped our learners to conduct peer reviews.
House of Science - Invasion Busters
On Thursday 17th March, Room 1 learners worked with the House of Science kit - Invasion Busters.
Our learners gained an understanding of what biosecurity means and the importance of keeping unwanted pests and diseases out of New Zealand. They were introduced to one of the biosecurity screening methods used by MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) officers for checking seeds imported into New Zealand. They used their observation skills to record the characteristics of different species of stink bugs. They were busy scientists 😊
Our learners gained an understanding of what biosecurity means and the importance of keeping unwanted pests and diseases out of New Zealand. They were introduced to one of the biosecurity screening methods used by MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) officers for checking seeds imported into New Zealand. They used their observation skills to record the characteristics of different species of stink bugs. They were busy scientists 😊
House of Science - Plants, Pests and Produce
In week 4 our learners were lucky to have the House of Science kit, ‘Plants, Pests and Produce’ in the school. Our learners were able to identify and understand the function of the parts of a plant and name specific pests that cause harm or damage to a particular part of a plant. They created a model to visualise how the roots of a healthy plant absorb water and nutrients from the soil. Through their model they also explored how the presence of a pest can affect root function.
House of Science - Fossil Fuels
Across Week 2 (Term 1), Room 4 learners explored the House of Science kit - ‘Fossil Fuels’. They learned about different types of energy and where they come from. They learned the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy. They were super scientists when they had to identify coal (non-renewable) out of 4 different types of fuels 🔍 👨🔬
Poolside Support - Water Skills for Life
Water Skills for Life is aimed at teaching 5 – 13 year-olds the skills they need to help keep themselves safe in, on and around water.
Zoe, from Swimming NZ, delivered a ‘Poolside Support’ session to each classroom teacher on Friday 11th February. Zoe modelled a lesson delivery and demonstrated how to make swimming time fun while still improving the skill level of students. The new skills gained through ‘Water Skills for Life’ are the building blocks for the safe enjoyment of the many aquatic pursuits our country has to offer and are also the essential basis for participating in all aquatic sports.
Zoe, from Swimming NZ, delivered a ‘Poolside Support’ session to each classroom teacher on Friday 11th February. Zoe modelled a lesson delivery and demonstrated how to make swimming time fun while still improving the skill level of students. The new skills gained through ‘Water Skills for Life’ are the building blocks for the safe enjoyment of the many aquatic pursuits our country has to offer and are also the essential basis for participating in all aquatic sports.
