From The Principal's Desk

Dear parents and caregivers

This term we have had a lot of opportunities to celebrate the talents of our children. Thank you to the parents and families that came along to support our senior athletics day. The children all competed very well and demonstrated our school values as participants. One of the wonderful things is to see children congratulating others when they themselves have not done as well time or results wise - resilience in action!

 These boys were a perfect example of this. Congratulating each other when they had completed their race. Such a great thing to see and hear - especially when unprompted. Respect for each other and resilience as they navigate the highs and lows of competing against your peers . Also knowing you did your best, no matter the outcome.

You may have seen the new house flags on display at the athletics day. These were won by you and our community supporting our school at The Good Home, Dollars for Schools competition last year. Because we came first we were able to buy the new flags. This year, we are currently in second place and it would be great for us to win again. Thank you for your support!

Our installation inspirations are beginning to take shape around the school and we are super excited about sharing them with you. Please make sure you keep this time and date free

Thursday 28th November 5.00 - 7.00pm.

Each class has produced an item that supports our Vision, Values and Learner Profile. Bring along your aunties, uncles, grandparents, cousins and friends to come and look at our wonderful installation Art Trail. I have been so impressed with what the children and teachers have created. You are welcome to stay for a picnic tea in the school grounds or buy a sausage at the sausage sizzle, or an iceblock and even a coffee and wander while you enjoy!

The children have participated in the design and creation of these installations. Thank you to the parents, partners and families of staff who have helped with this process. It truly has been a collaborative effort and one that children will be able to remember for a long time, as their contribution to our school environment and culture.

The Kids 4 Kids Concert was also on this week. It was an enjoyable night and many parents have commented on how much they enjoyed it. This year the concert was open to year 6 students. I would like to thank Mrs Wymer for her talent and organisation for this event.

Thanks also the PTA and parents who assisted with our disco on Friday night. We couldn't quite get Mr Harder up dancing but it was wonderful to see the children and families enjoying themselves. A great time that shows the wonderfully supportive community that we have.

We like to operate an open door approach and if you do have any concerns, we are only too happy to listen. Your child's teacher is normally your first port of call. Every class is part of a team and the team leader is the next step, followed by Paul Harder or Judy Costello, our Deputy Principal and Associate Principal, or Hayley O'Dwyer and then of course me. Sometimes we have meetings before or after school and may not be able to get into an in-depth conversation. We are only too happy to make a time with you where can discuss aspects further.

You may have heard about school donations being dropped or no longer necessary. This is for decile 1-7 schools only. We are decile 10 so this does not apply to us. We do rely on our donations and to date, our community has been really great in supporting this. This allows us to create all the wonderful opportunities that do exist in our school, as our children learn to navigate their changing world with respect, resilience and responsibility so that they can become confident, caring, communicative, creative and connected individuals.

Ngā Mihi

Colleen Margison

Principal 

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