Week 2 Principal's News 9/5/25
Kids Sing 🎶
Having over 200 tamariki from Kaikorai School join the Kids Sing on Wednesday night was fantastic! Among the 24 participating schools, we proudly had the largest group of students. While many schools brought only their choir or interested singers, Kaikorai intentionally included all our Year 3-6 students in this wonderful event. We believe in offering opportunities to all our tamariki, especially those that might encourage them to step outside their comfort zones, even if they wouldn't typically join a choir or say yes to participating in the event.
To the whānau who were able to join us on Wednesday evening, I hope you enjoyed the performance and felt it was a valuable experience for your child.
World Vision Youth Conference 🌍
Four Year 6 students had the opportunity to attend the World Vision Youth Conference this week. This engaging event, while perhaps a new experience for some, provided valuable insights into important global issues. Our students viewed videos and heard firsthand accounts detailing the impact of climate change on the Solomon Islands. They also participated in discussions about leadership and collaborated to develop pitches for social action initiatives, such as the 40-Hour Challenge. The conference finished with information about child slavery in cacao plantations, inspiring our students to advocate for change by signing letters to their local MP.
We are very proud of the way these students represented Kaikorai Primary School.
Is your child starting school in 2026? ✏️
To help us plan for 2026, please let us know if you have a child starting school that year. Knowing how many children living within our school zone have enrolled helps us determine how many spaces we can offer to students living outside the zone. If you have a child turning five in 2026 and haven't enrolled them, please do so this weekend.
Information from the Ministry of Education 📧
Education is a partnership between what happens in the classroom and at home. Parents, caregivers, and whānau are important in supporting their child’s learning and development. The new webspace is designed to make it easier for parents, caregivers, and whānau to access clear and up-to-date information on the school curriculum, assessment practices, and ways they can complement their child’s learning.
Whitestone Cheese Stars in School 🏀
This week, we were fortunate to have the Night and Day Otago Nuggets at school, coaching our basketball teams. The children learned some new skills and saw Don Carey Jr in action on the court. Please view the information below for access to free game tickets.
PURCHASING TICKETS
Children up to 16 years of age are FREE to come to any of the Nuggets games. However, you will still need to select seats (children and adult seats) through the ticketing system (see link below) or at the door on arrival. Please also be aware that limits do apply, and there is a booking fee when getting tickets online:
iTicket link: https://www.iticket.co.nz/events/2025/mar/otago-nuggets
Select the game required.
Select your seats and how many adult and child seats are required
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Week 2 Principal's Awards 🌟
Lucas Y | For the effort you have been putting in to improve your learning. You have been a great Self-manager and are able to identify when you need extra support. Tino Pai |
Manaia | For the kindness and empathy you always show to your classmates. We are lucky to have you in Rūma Tahi. Ka rawe! |
Harriet | For displaying leadership qualities in the classroom and the community. You show empathy, compassion and care for others. Mīharo! |
Kailaya | You can demonstrate a mature attitude in the classroom by applying yourself to learning, setting high expectations for yourself, and supporting others. Tino pai rawa atu! |
Edward C | For being a fantastic role model. You are always organised, focused, and ready to put your learning first. Your dedication and willingness to challenge yourself in the classroom and encourage others around you to do their best. Tino pai! |
Alabamah | For being a kind and thoughtful classmate. You consistently show care and empathy for those around you. Rūma Toru values the way you support others and the amazing impact you have on our classroom whānau. He whetū koe - you are a star |
Hania | For your creative ideas during writing time. I look forward to reading your stories. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Alexis | For going out of your way to look after the junior members of our school. We are lucky to have you! |
Nollie | For showing good musical leadership in all our singing lessons. Waiata koe ano he anahera ! |
Eddie | For continuing to make great decisions in and out of the classroom. Ka pai Eddie! |
Ethan | For consistently choosing a good learning buddy and putting 100% effort into all your mahi. You are a thoughtful, kind and positive member of our class. Tino pai Ethan! |
Lucy W | For being a kind and helpful member of Rūma Ono. You often think about others and how you can help their learning or cheer them up. Ka pai hoki koe, Lucy! |
Fletcher B | For his enthusiasm and focus during reading sessions. Ka pai! |
Freddie | For her dedication and focus to her learning, always striving to do her best. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Honor | For asking thoughtful questions and showing curiosity in her learning. |
Ted M | For showing persistence in maths and working hard to solve challenging problems. |
Addie G | For having a fantastic start at Kaikorai Primary School and for giving everything a go with enthusiasm. Ka pai! |
Victoria | For coming to school each day full of curiosity and a love of learning. You make our classroom a brighter place! |
Liam S | For his wonderful effort at writing time. Liam, you are trying hard with your spelling and showing great perseverance skills when attempting tricky words. Ka pai! |
Oliver | For his tremendous progress in reading. You are working hard, Oliver. Keep up the terrific work. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Eliza | For amazing progress in reading and writing. You give everything a go and always try your best. |
Zander | You have returned to school with a great attitude towards learning. Keep putting lots of effort into your work. Ka pai! |
Lotte | Lotte you have a big love for learning—keep asking questions and exploring the world around you, because you’re doing amazing! Ka rawe! |
Nahla | You have settled into the term with ease. You are making amazing progress and are aspiring to be a thinker! Ka pai hoki koe! |
Jack D | For amazing progress in both reading and writing. Your determination and positive attitude is outstanding! Keep up the hard mahi! |
Theo C | You have made remarkable strides in your learning this year. You are always keen to contribute your thoughts and ideas with the team. I am proud of you. |
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