Week 1 news

We have had a great first week of term 2. It is great to see our 'Kaik Kiwis' graduate to' Kaik Kids' and become part of our community. The newest members of our school have settled in so well, and it is fabulous to see our children going out of their way to make them feel welcome.

Property news 🦺

Rūma tekau mā toru (Room 13) is receiving a long-awaited upgrade, keeping it in line with the rest of our beautiful school. Not only will heating, lighting, and wall coverings be upgraded, but the most exciting part is the outdoor learning environment that is being developed. If you have been behind R13 lately, you will notice that it is very tired and not at all inviting. We have worked alongside designers to create a turfed area for the newest Kaik Kids where they can learn and play with new outdoor macrocarpa seating and tables, a mud kitchen, outdoor whare, and new fencing and gates. I really look forward to sharing the progress of this project with you in the coming weeks.

Room 13 will operate from Room 1 for the duration of the project.

Staffing news ‍🏫

We welcome Miss Immy Youngs to Kaikorai, beginning in Room 13 in week 4 while Miss Dunn is on travel leave. We are excited to have Immy join the Pīwakawaka team in a few weeks.

Lunch online 🍣

This is a reminder that lunch orders can be placed through the Lunch Online Portal—www.lunchonline.co.nz. Pita Pit is available on Tuesday, and Sushi is available on Thursday. The food is delivered in time for lunch and can be collected from the school office.

Principal's Awards 🌟

Congratulations to this week's recipients of the Principals Awards. Well done for being recognised for your efforts and achievements.

Harry W

For being a positive role model in all your learning in the classroom. You should be proud of the way you go about all you do at school. Ka Pai!

Morgan

For being engaged with your structured literacy learning and always pushing yourself to be the best you can be. Tino pai rawa atu!

Noah

For your impressive start to term. You are focused, helpful and have been setting a great example to those around you. Keep up the fabulous work.

Elliott

Your hard work to improve your self-management skills is impressive, and your focus has been excellent during learning time.

Ivy L

For excellent work in class this week, especially in science. You are a great collaborator. Tino pai!

Eric

For sharing your ideas and understanding in science. You have had a great first week back. Tino pai!

Lily S

For always using your initiative to help our class succeed. I am especially impressed with your leadership skills!

Philip

For the amazing effort you are putting into our reading sessions. Ka pai hoki koe!

Joshua

For such a positive start to school. Joshua, you have joined in all activities with confidence and enthusiasm. Ka Pai!

Thomas

For a fantastic start to the term. Thomas, you are displaying positivity, independence and focus. Keep up the amazing effort with your work. Ka pai hoki koe!

Edward

For having a positive attitude towards handwriting and story writing. Edward, you are trying very hard to form your letters correctly and sound out tricky words. Tino pai!

Baxter

For showing enthusiasm and curiosity towards our PBL about the wonders of the Physical World. Tino pai rawa atu!

Leo

For managing your time well to complete learning tasks. You are an enthusiastic and positive learner. Ka rawe!

Fergus

For making huge progress in your Writing. You have been working extremely hard to achieve this. Tino pai rawa atu!

Tilly

For always displaying a super enthusiastic attitude towards learning. You ask thought-provoking questions and are often eager to share your ideas. Ka rawe!

Hēvani

For always setting a great example for others and giving her best effort in everything she does. Mīharo!

Bobby H-L

For some great contributions during our PBL discussions and explorations. Ka pai!

Gus W

For always doing the right thing. Mrs. A knows she can always count on you to be doing what you are meant to be doing! You are the epitome of a Kaik kid.

Manako

For trying so hard with his writing. You are getting so good at using your alphabet card. Ka Pai!

Alexis

For really applying herself and making good progress with improving her speed and accuracy with addition and subtraction facts. Ka rawe!

Vincent

For making excellent progress with using the ‘senses’ to make his writing more interesting to the reader. Ka rawe!

Archer H

For your outstanding attitude towards your learning. You never give up when things get challenging! Ka pai!

Archie V

For putting a huge effort into your reading and learning your sight words. I am super duper proud of you and all your hard work!

Please don't hesitate to get in touch if I can help in any way.

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