Term 3, Week 4, Principal's News 23/5/25
Kia ora Kaikorai whānau,
We are half way through this term! I am loving seeing all the PBL (Project Based Learning) mahi happening in class. There are artists study happening, learning choreography for the production, playing ukulele - it's wonderful to see a celebration and focus on the arts.
A shout out too to our amazing team who spend their lunchtimes providing opportunities for our tamariki. We have Jump Jam, Sign Language Club, Drama Club, Choir, recorder, PALS, netball and production practices happening! Thank you 👏🏻
School Reports and Learning Conversations ✏️
Our teachers are reviewing student assessment data to prepare for Term 2 school reports. On Thursday, June 19th, these reports will be emailed to the registered email address on file.
We will hold our whānau-teacher learning conversations the following week. This is a very important opportunity for you to meet with your child's teacher to discuss their report, academic progress, social development, and emotional growth. We strongly encourage all families to make time for this meeting.
You'll receive an email in the coming weeks with a link to our booking portal, where you can choose a timeslot for either Tuesday, June 24th, or Wednesday, June 25th.
Illness and staying home guidelines from Health NZ 🤧
Going to school every day is important for all school-aged tamariki. It helps build their confidence and social skills, and helps them achieve their education. This information helps you decide when it is okay to send your child to school, when to keep your child at home and when to contact a health professional for advice. Kaikorai Primary School follows and enforces this guidance.
Please click here for advice and guidance.
Māori Whānau Hui
Thank you to our Māori whānau who attended our hui this week. It was great to kōrero with you about your tamariki and how we can support our Māori learners. Māori families can expect to receive a follow-up email in the next week.
Next week 📆
A reminder that Kristen Ferguson is Acting Principal while I am visiting schools in Brisbane next week.
Principal's Awards - we are proud of our tamariki who have received acknowledgement this week 🌟
Molly | For your great focus during learning times and effort that you have been putting in to improve your work. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Sophie | For always being super respectful of others and doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Ka rawe! |
Elliot A | For your fantastic classroom attitude and for consistently demonstrating good manners and patience. Mīharo! |
Hannah M | For outstanding manners and focus in class. You are challenging yourself and demonstrating resilience. Tino pai rawa atu! |
Eli N | For his outstanding work rate in the classroom and the growth he is making in his learning. Tino pai! |
Flynn | For excellent effort and focus in his writing. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Beau | For showing amazing leadership skills when running your art club. Keep up the inspiring work! |
Genevieve | For showing incredible perseverance and problem-solving skills during mathematics. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Elira | For wonderful detail in her flower drawing, including really thinking about different flower petal shapes. Tino pai! |
Zoë | For being a super listener and for being so good at taking on advice. Ka pai Zoë |
Conner | For striving to do the best in all you attempt. You always aim for the stars and can be seen helping others. Tino pai, Conner! |
Heidi | For consistently showing atawhai(kindness) to all those around you. You are naturally helpful and organised, and effortlessly help others. Keep shining, Heidi! |
Hazel | For working hard during reading sessions. You are always so keen to share your understanding of the story. Ka pai! |
Neve | For being keen to challenge herself during maths sessions and asking questions to improve her learning. Ka pai! |
Jessica | For your dedication to learning and giving your best in all you do. Tino pai rawa atu! |
Coleman | For all the effort you have been putting into your learning. You have been trying so hard. Ka pai |
Sasha | You have made a wonderful start at Kaikorai Primary School. Your enthusiasm for learning and positive attitude make you a valued member of Rūma Iwa. Tino pai! |
Oskar | For always being kind, friendly and helpful in Rūma Iwa. You make our class a happy place to be. Ka pai! |
Monty | For working independently at his learning tasks. You are trying so hard, Monty. Keep up the fantastic effort. |
Georgie H | For her amazing leadership skills during our dance sessions. You are such a valued class member, Georgie. Ka pai! |
Lily | For taking off like a rocket in your reading. You read with fluency and expression. Ka pai! |
Lucy G | For consistently putting 100% effort into your learning tasks, and finishing them to a high standard. You are a star. |
Alice | For always being the best you can be! Each day you are ready for learning and you never forget your manners. Your confidence is blossoming. I am so proud of you. Mīharo! |
Silas | For putting in so much hard mahi! You are a curious learner and are always keen to give new things a go. We are lucky to have you in Rūma tekau ma rua! Ka pai! |
Theo C | It’s amazing to see your careful listening and thoughtful contributions to class discussions. You have also been a very responsible helper to Mrs Baker this week. Ka pai |
Kayleigh | You are a very caring buddy in Room 13 and show great kindness to your classmates. Tīno Pai. What a fab Kaik kid you are! |
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