Kererū Hapori News

By Bridget McDowall | Posted: Thursday March 13, 2025

Nāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi.Caring for the environment ensures that we have resources for future generations, which is essential for the well-being of the iwi (people).

It has been a busy term for the Kererū Hapori, with many more exciting things to come.

We look forward to meeting with you for Whānau conferences next week to discuss your children's successes and their goals.

Beautiful Beach Poem

Beautiful pink clouds of cotton.

Bright pink, soft clouds beam.

Palm trees swing over houses.

Gentle waves spill down.

Gentle breeze touches me. 

Soft sand around me,

Pink clouds soft.

Soft leaves fall on me.

Refreshing waves spill on me.

Palm trees wave over houses.

By Caide

Beach Beauty

Glistening water,

Gentle sun, high above,

Soft grainy sand below.

Palm trees tower high above,

The sky, a painter's canvas.

The grainy sand whipped high above.

Gentle sun warms skin,

Beach houses cast shadows across the sand,

Fluffy clouds fly swiftly,

Waves crash against the soft beach,

Gentle breeze rustling softly.

By Carter

Shetland Street Community Garden

On Thursday, March 20th, the Kererū Hāpori will go via The Common to the Shetland Street Community Garden. We will have a guided tour to see how local food is grown and learn about sustainable gardening firsthand. 

Students will plant seeds, contribute to the garden's growth, and participate in light weeding on the marakai of the marae.  

This trip aims to provide a practical understanding of how community spaces like Shetland Street Gardens enrich our lives and promote environmental stewardship.

Please bring a small empty container to put a seed or two in, e.g. yogurt or a small humus container. Gardening gloves could be helpful, too.

Kaikorai Valley College Sports Day

Kaikorai Valley College's sports day was a whirlwind of new experiences for the Kererū Hapori. During the day, students rotated through various activities, from the fast-paced Uni hock and badminton to the more challenging parkour and rock climbing. Many students discovered hidden talents and pushed their boundaries, trying, marching, orienteering, Parkour and even Judo. The shared experience of tackling these unfamiliar sports and a sunny outdoor lunch fostered a strong sense of community and team spirit—a huge thank you to the parents who supported this memorable day.

Move it March

Let's keep those healthy habits rolling! Move It March is in full swing, extending the fun of Walk 'n' Wheel Week and encouraging everyone to choose active travel throughout the month. Students are diligently filling out their Move It March cards daily, and we're seeing more and more kids opting for walking to school. Wednesday's "Be Bright, Be Seen" dress-up day was a huge hit, with a dazzling display of colourful outfits, and a special visit from Scout and Constable Eddie added to the excitement. 

Scout and Constable Eddie joined us for Jump Jam in the hall and then went on a guided tour of the playground. Both thoroughly enjoyed a ride on the flying fox.

Keep up the great work, everyone, and let's make active travel a lasting part of our school routine!

Whānau-Teacher Learning Conversations

Please book a time with your child’s teacher for next week’s Whānau-Teacher Learning Conversations.

Bookings are for 10 minutes and can be made by following this link --> https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/2d72v

Please do not book more than one-time slot.

Booking close on Sunday, the 16th of March.

Ngā mihi nui

Bridget McDowall and the Kererū Hapori.

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