Senior News
By Bridget McDowall | Posted: Wednesday April 5, 2023
Kāhore taku toa i te toa takitahi, he toa takitini. We cannot succeed without the support of those around us.
Where I am From PBL Final Product
Our final products for PBL are well underway, and some students have now finished. Students are making a game about themselves to share with their peers. This PBL project has been a great way to get creative while learning the basics of game design and development. Students have learnt essential skills such as problem-solving and perseverance by planning, designing and creating the game. Once complete, students can play the game with their peers, allowing them to practice social skills such as communication and cooperation. Not only will this be a fun and engaging experience, but it will also enable students to express themselves and learn about each other.
PALS
Last week some of our Physical Activity Leaders (PALS) attended a training day at the Edgar Centre to learn how to plan and teach engaging lunchtime games to students. They have been allocated a new PAL t-shirt that was kindly provided by the parent group to show their commitment to supporting the programme and to making the PALS easily recognisable in the playground. The PALS were excited to learn new skills and learn how to make lunchtime activities enjoyable for students. With their enthusiasm and dedication, they will positively impact the school community.
Yeva
Congratulations to Yeva on having her writing published in the Extra Newspaper!
Secret Life of Teachers
What do teachers do at three when they are excited to be free?
The teachers ran outside to hide,
“Found you, Miss Side,” says Principal Wide.
The teachers run to the field to play some touch, and then it all becomes too much.
They huff, they puff to Room 10, and they sit together to find a hen,
They all go to the hall to find a ball.
They come back to Room 10 screaming, “The kids are almost here,”
we can tell by their faces,
they’re starting to fear.
They pack, they stack, till their kids are here,
“Good morning, kids,” says Mrs Tear.
Epro8
This week some of our students took part in the EPro8 Challenge, an annual inter-school science and engineering competition. Over 22,000 students from all over New Zealand participate in the challenge each year. The challenge consists of two parts. The first part was completed within our own school, and the second part was at the inter-school level. The events were designed to promote science and engineering, and this year the challenges proved to be both difficult and enjoyable. Students made things such as a car wash, water well, pendulum clock and arcade games. The students who participated worked hard and showed excellent teamwork skills. Everyone involved can be proud of their efforts and should feel accomplished after the week of competition. It was a pleasure to see the students working together and having so much fun. Overall, the EPro8 Challenge is an excellent way to get students interested in science and engineering. It encourages creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. By participating in this challenge, the students have gained invaluable skills that will serve them well.
We had two teams competing in the grand final today. Congratulations, Leon, Oliver, William, Benny, Talia, Holly, Htin Bhone and Zac. Kaik Kings took out the semi finals with the Kaikorai Aces winning the grand final!
Long Beach Climbing Days
Our Senior classes recently enjoyed a day of climbing and exploration at Long Beach. The students were challenged to explore the outdoors and participate in rock climbing and abseiling activities. They also had some time to explore the beach and the nearby caves. Some of the classes were thrilled to discover a colony of Little Blue Penguins in one of the caves and spent some time watching them. The students were accompanied by a number of parent volunteers from the school who provided guidance and supervision along with teaching staff. At the end of the day, the students were tired but excited by their experiences. They had learnt valuable skills and enjoyed a day of fun and adventure.
Football
Wakari Football Club is running football skills sessions at Nairn Street to help students become more confident and skilled in football. The sessions are designed to help improve their physical and technical skills and their understanding of the game and the rules. Students will be able to learn how to shoot, pass, dribble, and defend, as well as develop their understanding of the game. The sessions are designed to be fun and engaging, with plenty of activities and drills to keep them motivated and help develop their skills. These sessions will continue next term.
Thank you, Wakari Football Club!
Click on the link to view the next term's road patrol roster.
A big thank you to our student road patrol team! You make it safe for our students to cross the street at the end of the day.
Thank You, Families!
We would like to take a moment to thank you for all of your support over the past term. We truly appreciate all the time and effort you have invested in making our school a better place. Whether it was helping on trips, making Kapa Haka skirts, volunteering at the sausage sizzle, sharing your knowledge or providing materials to help with classroom programmes, your contributions were invaluable. Thank you for all the little things you do that make a big difference in our students' lives. Thank you for being a part of our community and for your commitment to making it a better place.
Have a wonderful break, and we will see you all in Term 2.
Ngā mihi
Bridget McDowall, Rosarah Hardie, Anya Matravers, and Mark Pickering
Image Gallery
