Week 9 Deputy Principal's News 12/9/25
This week, Beth has been away at the New Zealand Principals’ Federation Conference. The theme, Tākina Te Hau – harness the winds, focuses on leadership through times of change. We look forward to hearing Beth’s insights when she returns.
Read-a-thon Success 📚✨
A huge thank you to all the whānau who supported our Read-a-thon! The enthusiasm from our students was incredible, and together we raised an outstanding amount to go towards resources for our school. Ka pai to everyone who read, sponsored, and encouraged our readers – what a wonderful team effort! Thank you to Mrs Anderson for her organisation in this successful event.
Art with Whaea Rachael 🎨🌟
Whaea Rachael, an Arts Educator from the Dunedin Public Art Gallery has been running art sessions with all our students for the last couple of weeks. Pīwakawaka and Tūi hapori have explored Ko wai au? (Who am I?), expressing their identities through creative artworks. The Kererū team worked on an Over the Rainbow theme, encouraging imagination, diversity, and colour in their artmaking. 🌈We are excited to see the creativity and confidence that comes from these sessions.
Hungerball Fun ⚽😁
You may have noticed the excitement around the huge inflatable object on our courts! Hungerball — an inflatable, six-sided game arena where players can score into each other’s goals while defending their own, has been added to our playspace for the next two weeks. It’s fast-paced, fun, and promotes teamwork, fair play, and plenty of laughter. It has been a real highlight during break times and PE sessions.
🚗 Kiss and Drop Reminder 🚗
A friendly reminder that the Kiss and Drop area is designed for quick drop-offs and pick-ups only. Please do not stop and park your car to wait for your child. Only pull up if you can see your child ready and waiting. This helps keep traffic flowing smoothly and safely for everyone.
🚦 Please also remember not to park on the yellow lines. Doing so creates congestion and is against traffic laws.
👕 Lost Property Overflowing! 👟
Our lost property is once again overflowing! Please take a moment to come and check if any of the items belong to your child.
Please make sure all items are clearly named to prevent them from being added to the lost property pile.
All unclaimed items will be donated to charity at the end of the term.
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week 🗣️🇳🇿
Next week we join schools and communities across Aotearoa in celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. Our classes will learn new kupu (words), use greetings and phrases in everyday routines, and share waiata together. We encourage tamariki to use reo Māori at home too – every little bit helps strengthen the language for future generations.
Principal's Awards 🌟
Zack | For showing outstanding creativity in your taniwha art, you added your own unique spin, making your work stand out! - Ka pai tō mahi. |
Charlie | You have been a wonderful addition to Rūma Tahi. You have a great attitude towards learning, and you always think of others. Mīharo! |
Dani | Working very hard to complete all of your activities, you have such a bubbly personality. Keep up the great work! |
Harriet | For your hard work and diligence across all subjects, you have produced some amazing writing. Tino pai! |
Jordan | For bringing positivity and encouragement to outside games. Your support for classmates helps everyone feel included and enjoy participating together. Mīharo! |
Felix | For always showing kindness and respect to others. Your thoughtful actions have a huge impact on the whole class! Ka pai hoki koe! |
Philip | For the awesome effort you are putting into your song for PBL. Your creativity is shining through! |
Vincent | For showing incredible teamwork skills and determination to make your play the best it can be. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Charlotte | Charlotte always aims to do her best and has made wonderful progress in her reading and writing. Her determination and effort shine through in her learning. Ka rawe! |
Kaelem | For fantastic improvement in listening and following instructions, and for making wonderful progress in literacy! Tino pai! |
Heidi | For demonstrating the KAIK values daily and influencing and encouraging others to do the same. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Lucy | For showing resilience and aspiration with your mahi especially this week. Kia mau ki nga mahi pai - keep it up! |
Meko | For his enthusiastic approach to his PBL passion project. Ka rawe! |
Neve | For her determination and enthusiasm when learning new skills during maths sessions. Tino pai! |
Amos | What an outstanding job you did at Polyfest! I was very proud of you. |
Aria | For the fantastic effort you put into your learning every day! You are trying so hard. Ka pai! |
Cormac | For always being ready to listen, learn and approach each day with a positive attitude, you are an incredible role model. We are so lucky to have you in our class. Ka rawe! |
Lyra | For showing excitement and curiosity in everything you do at school. We love hearing all your amazing ideas. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Ciaran | For being a kind and well-mannered class member who always has a smile to give. Ciaran, we love your enthusiasm and creativity. You have some wonderful superpowers. Tino pai! |
Alia | For demonstrating a strong commitment to her learning, tackling her set tasks with independence and focus. Alia, you are working very hard and making wonderful progress. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Fergus | You are a keen and independent learner. You always think of others and consistently put in your best effort. We are lucky to have you in Room 11. |
Hazel H | You are becoming a confident and enthusiastic learner! You try new things with a positive attitude and are increasing your independence everyday. What a star! |
Kajza | For filling our classroom with smiles, energy and enthusiasm. You never shy away from new learning and you give everything 110% Ka pai hoki koe! |
Archer | For being an absolute go getter, each day you tackle new learning head on and with the biggest smile! We are lucky to have such a firecracker in Room 12! |
Michael | Your growing confidence and enthusiasm in class swimming lessons was lovely to see. You are becoming more independent day by day. Ka pai! |
Jibaltar | You were so enthusiastic and engaged in our Polyfest Presentation, you always give things a go. Ka pai! |
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