Week 1, Principal's News 24/4/26

What a fabulous first week back we have had. We have welcomed new KAIK Kids and their whānau into our school, we have our Y6 leaders running lunchtime games, our Y6 EPRO-8 Team competed at the inter schools event, our school council has meet, PMP has restarted for our littlest learners and everyone is happy to be back with their friends and classmates! Thank you for your ongoing support of our teaching programmes, high standards and expectations- Kaikorai is a wonderful place to be.

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Sickness and absences from school 🤧

If your child is absent due to illness, please call the school office at 4640065 before 9 am. While you are welcome to message your child’s teacher, you must first notify the office. Our staff will call to follow up on any unexplained absences.

To keep our school community healthy, we follow Health New Zealand guidelines regarding stomach bugs. If your child experiences vomiting or diarrhoea, they must stay home for 48 hours after their last symptom.

Extended Leave Requests (Non-Illness) If you plan to take your child out of school for more than three days for reasons other than illness, please email our Principal, Beth, at principal@kaikorai.school.nz In your email, please include the dates of the absence and an explanation of why the leave must occur during term time.

Enrolment for 2027 📍

It may seem early, but planning for 2027 is already underway! To help us prepare accurately, please complete an enrolment form if you have a child turning five in 2027. Additionally, if you know of any other families living within our zone with a child starting school next year, please encourage them to enrol as soon as possible.

The enrolment form can be found here

Principal's Awards ⭐️

Well done to our KAIK Kids who have been recognised this week

Lulu R	For showing enthusiasm towards all learning in class and always striving to do your best. Tino pai rawa atu!
Kaelem	For the effort you put into your learning. You are trying really hard to present your work neatly. Tino pai rawa atu!
Noah	For the positive start you have had in Term 2. You always offer to help with extra jobs around the classroom. Mīharo!
Alexi	For having a great start to the new term. You ask thoughtful questions and are enthusiastic about your learning. Ka wani kē koe.
Roni	For consistently demonstrating excellent focus in your learning while also showing kindness to others.
Next	For stepping into our classroom community with confidence and maturity. Even though you have only been with us for a short time, you have already shown outstanding leadership by setting a positive example for your peers.
James	For your thoughtful contributions during our class circle time sessions. I am so impressed with the mature and caring suggestions you share!
Lara	For being a determined mathematician. You can be very proud of the thoughtful questions you ask and the perseverance you show to master your learning. Mīharo!
Georgie H	She shares thoughtful ideas in her poetry writing, helping the reader connect with her experiences. Her ability to reflect on what she remembers adds interest and keeps the reader engaged. Ka wani kē koe!
Clara F	She includes specific and interesting details in her poetry writing, which help paint a clear picture for the reader. These details make her memories more vivid and enjoyable to read. Ka wani kē koe!
Xeline	For building your group collaboration skills. You have been listening and sharing beautifully, keep it up!
Phoenix	For being such a resilient, kind and caring member of our whānau. You make everyone smile, ka wani kē koe!
Pippa	For the example, she sets for reading aloud fluently and expressively to her peers. Ka pai hoki koe!
Jade	For her focused work to complete her holiday reflection writing. Ka pai!
Archer H	For showing super independence in your learning, confidently taking on new challenges and managing tasks with perseverance.
Lucy G	For consistently showing kindness and empathy toward others. Your thoughtful actions and willingness to help create a classroom environment that is welcoming and supportive for everyone.
Cooper	For your growing independence and focused learning. You always try your best, showing determination and enthusiasm when tackling new things. Ka Pai!
Nixon	For your enthusiasm for learning and independence. You are always ready for your learning and consistently strive to do your best. Ka pai!
Nina	For being a kind and caring class member who can always be relied upon to support and encourage others. Ka wani kē koe.
Avril	For working hard at her learning, showing perseverance, determination, and attention to detail. Ka pai!
Luka P	For a cracking start to the term! You are keen to give new learning a go and are trying super hard to be the best you can be! Ka Pai!
Penelope	For being a super kaik kid who enjoys a challenge. You always choose kindness and make a great teacher helper! Mīharo!
Lyra	For being a kind and caring friend in Room 12. You welcome new members to our class and help them feel happy at school. Tino pai!
Louis C	For being enthusiastic and focused with learning tasks. You are working on being more independent. Ka pai!
Isla C	For being a kind and caring friend in Rūma Tekau mā Toru. You always include others and make people feel happy and special.
Otis	For always being kind, friendly, and helpful in Rūma Tekau mā Toru. You make our class a happy place to be. Ka pai!