Term 3 - Week 1 Acting Principal News (18/072025)
It’s been wonderful to see our tamariki return this week with smiles, energy, and a readiness to learn. We’re diving straight into an exciting term filled with creativity and collaboration as classes continue practising for our upcoming production and exploring the Arts through our PBL focus.
I’d also like to take a moment to say what a privilege it has been to serve as Acting Principal while Beth was away. It’s been a role I’ve truly enjoyed, and I’m grateful for the support of our amazing staff, students, and whānau. We’re very happy to welcome Beth back on Monday and hope she had the most wonderful, well-deserved time on leave.
🎭 Production Information
We’re excited to announce that tickets for our school production, The Game of Life, are NOW on sale! You can purchase them through Ticketek using this link: https://nz.patronbase.com/_RegentTheatre/Productions/TGOL/Performances Tickets are priced at $18 for adults and $10 for children, plus service and handling fees. Kaikorai Primary students do not need a ticket to attend, and children aged 0–4 are free if sitting on a caregiver’s knee. We look forward to seeing you there and sharing this special event with our school community. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Armstrong at earmstrong@kaikorai.school.nz
❄️ Dressing for the Cooler Months
With the colder weather still among us, we’ve noticed some tamariki arriving at school without enough warm clothing for outdoor play. As long as it’s not raining, children will be outside during break times, so it’s important they come dressed in layers—especially a warm jacket, hat, and suitable footwear—to stay comfortable and healthy throughout the day.
We also recommend packing spare clothing in school bags, particularly for wetter days.
Kia Manawaroa 📖
Kia Manawaroa is the Ministry of Education pānui for whānau Māori with children in the education system.
Read the latest issue here.
Important Dates to Remember 📅
Ms Downie returns - Monday 21 July
Kaikorai Cross Country - Tuesday 22 July (postponement date Thursday 24 July)
Red Nose Day - Friday 25 July
Teacher Only Day - Friday 1 August (school closed)
Production - SAVE THE DATE! - Thursday 7 August
Pīwakawaka and Tūi Hapori Swimming - Monday 25 August - Friday 29 August, Monday 1 September - Wednesday 3 September (8 days)
Week 1 Principal's Awards ⭐
Nicole | For always doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. You always show respect to others and are keen to learn. |
Maria | For approaching new learning with a positive attitude. You are always keen to try new things. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Layla | For always giving 100% effort towards all that you do. You are always positive and caring in the classroom, too! Ka pai hoki koe! |
Jimmy | For showing perseverance and a willingness to give new learning a try. You are becoming more independent in class. Ka pai! |
Harriet | For great effort and focus in her learning — Tino pai! |
Eli | For starting off the term with fantastic independent work! Mīharo! |
Archie | For always going out of your way to help others. Your kindness and initiative don’t go unnoticed! |
Jack | For being a brilliant leader during production practice. Thank you for helping to teach others the dance! |
James W | For always approaching maths with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. |
James M | For sharing his amazing holiday adventures with us and retelling them clearly and thoughtfully. Ka pai! |
Carson | For starting to take ownership of his learning and time management. Keep up the effort, my dude! |
Radin | For your positivity and smiles, you bring to Rūma Ono. Ka pai for your amazing attitude toward your learning. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Jade | For her effort and enthusiasm during our structured literacy sessions. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Max | For being focused during reading sessions, and looking in the text to find the proof of his answers to questions. Ka pai! |
Willow | For all the effort you have been putting into your learning. You have been trying so hard. Ka pai |
Isaac | For showing persistence in maths and working hard to solve challenging problems. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Jacob | For always being a bucket filler at our school. You use kind words, give thoughtful compliments and help others with a big smile. |
Adie | For being a kind and caring classmate who welcomes new tamariki with a big smile and a helping hand. You make our classroom a happy place to be! |
Leo | For striving to complete all of his work with care and accuracy. Keep up the fantastic effort, Leo. Ka pai! |
Leqi | For having a positive attitude towards her learning and completing all of her tasks to the best of her ability. |
Evelyn | For putting so much effort into your learning. You have a great attitude and always work hard. Ka pai! |
Rafferty | For being such a keen learner and a kind friend. You are such a good role model to others. Ka rawe! |
Silas | For being a Maths wiz with a kind heart! You are always eager to tackle new challenges and always check on your friends making sure they feel included! Ka rawe! |
Ella | For giving everything a go with a big smile. Your hard work and positive attitude make learning extra fun! Ka pai!! |
Frankie | For your big effort developing independence and having a go. You have been practicing our production dance and trying so hard learning something new. Ka rawe! |
Macey | Your enthusiasm for learning is so lovely to see. You are a kind and caring classmate and a great friend to your peers. It’s great to see your smile everyday. Ka rawe! |
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