Manurewa West Primary School

Tēnā koutou katoa,

Week 8 brings an exciting opportunity for our tamariki as we welcome Marcus Winter-Sandman to our kura. Every student will have the chance to explore sand art and try out the new sand boards, discovering how creativity can be expressed through a unique and engaging medium. This experience encourages imagination, storytelling and artistic confidence in a way that many students may not have encountered before.

We feel especially privileged to host Marcus, who attended school in this local area. His journey is a wonderful reminder to our students that passion, perseverance and creativity can lead to exciting opportunities. We look forward to seeing the amazing creations that emerge from this experience and hearing the stories behind them.

A reminder also to keep supporting our Colour Fun Run fundraising efforts. Every contribution helps create additional opportunities for our ākonga, and we appreciate the enthusiasm already being shown by our school community. Let's keep the momentum going as we work together towards our fundraising goals.

Thank you, whānau, for your continued support and encouragement. Together, we help create rich learning experiences that inspire our students to learn, create and thrive.

Let’s take a look at our exciting week ahead…

Monday
- In-class learning
- Sandman Art Class Sessions - TW2, TW3, TW4

Tuesday
- In-class learning
- Sandman Art Class Sessions - TW5, TW6, TW7

Wednesday
- In-class learning
- Sandman Art Class Sessions - Junior syndicate
- Options

Thursday
- In-class learning
- Sandman Art Class Sessions - Middle syndicate

Friday
- Assembly , Pīwakawaka hosting - whānau welcome
- School singing

Ngā mihi nui

Talofa lava,

Welcome to Week 7. This week we proudly celebrate Samoan Language Week, an opportunity to recognise and honour the language, culture and contributions of our Samoan community. We encourage our tamariki to embrace the learning opportunities throughout the week and to celebrate the diversity that enriches our school.

A reminder that Monday is King's Birthday, so school will be closed for the public holiday. With a shorter week ahead, it is important that we make the most of our learning time and continue to approach each day with focus and purpose.

As we move through the week, we will continue to promote our school values of manaakitanga, rangatiratanga, whanaungatanga and kaitiakitanga. These values help guide how we learn, lead, care for one another and contribute positively to our school community.

Thank you for your ongoing support as we work together to help our tamariki succeed.

Let’s have a look at our week ahead:

Monday
PUBLIC HOLIDAY - King’s Birthday

Tuesday
- In-class learning

Wednesday
- In-class learning
- Options

Thursday
- In-class learning

Friday
- Assembly , Pasifika hosting - whānau welcome
- House Comp Karakaraka hosting

Tofa soifua

Kia Orana,

Thank you to our students, staff and whānau for making STEAM Week such a success. It was wonderful to see our tamariki so engaged in hands-on learning, creative thinking and problem-solving throughout the week. We encourage families to continue conversations at home about the inquiry learning taking place in classrooms, as sharing ideas and asking questions helps strengthen understanding and curiosity.

As we approach the halfway point of the term, this is also a valuable opportunity for students to reflect on the goals they set earlier in the term and think about the steps they can take to continue progressing towards them. Small, consistent efforts make a big difference over time.

The coming week will focus on settled classroom learning, providing students with opportunities to consolidate skills, deepen their understanding and continue building confidence in their learning.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership.

Our week ahead:

Monday
- In-class learning

Tuesday
- In-class learning
- NE Afternoon Tea

Wednesday
- In-class learning
- MPSSA: Boy’s Rugby Tournament (selected Tūī students)
- Options

Thursday
- In-class learning

Friday
- TOD (Teacher Only Day) - NO School for students

Meitaki ma‘ata

🌈🎉 Our MWPS Colour Fun Run Fundraising Page Launches Today! 🎉🌈

Excitement is building as we get ready for our MWPS Colour Fun Run! Our fundraising page officially launches today, and all students will be bringing home information packs with everything whānau need to get started.

This is a fantastic opportunity for our tamariki to get involved, have fun and help support our school community. We encourage families to keep an eye out for the information coming home today and join us in making this event a colourful success!

Link: https://manurewawestcolourfunrun.raiseit.co.nz/

🏃‍♀️We can’t wait to see our students covered in colour, laughter and smiles! 🏃‍♂️

Tēnā koutou katoa,

Week 5 promises to be full of creativity, curiosity, and hands-on discovery as we celebrate STEAM Week across our school. Students will have opportunities to investigate ideas through science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics, encouraging them to think critically, solve problems and explore new ways of learning.

Throughout the week, tamariki will take part in a range of exciting experiences, including engineering challenges, scientific exploration and creative art activities using watercolour paints. It is always wonderful to see students experimenting, collaborating and sharing their thinking with confidence.

We look forward to another engaging week of learning and thank our whānau for supporting the curiosity and creativity of our young learners.

Our week ahead:

Monday
- In-class learning

Tuesday
- In-class learning

Wednesday
- In-class learning

Thursday
- In-class learning

Friday
- Assembly , Tūī hosting - whānau welcome

Ngā mihi nui

Noa’ia,

Week 4 is an important week of celebration, appreciation and awareness across our school community.
This week we proudly celebrate Rotuman Language Week. The theme for 2026 is:
“Ȧf'ȧk, putua, a'pumuạ'ȧk ma rak'ȧk 'os fäega ma 'os ag fak Rotuma, la se maoen 'e 'os tore” — Treasure, nurture and teach our Rotuman language and culture so it may live on through generations.

We encourage our tamariki to embrace the opportunity to learn more about Rotuman language, culture and traditions, while celebrating the richness and diversity within our school community.

This week is also Support Staff Week, where we acknowledge and thank our amazing learning assistants and support staff. Their care, dedication, encouragement and behind-the-scenes work make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every single day.

On Friday, we will come together for Pink Shirt Day, standing united against bullying and promoting kindness, inclusion, and respect for all. Students are encouraged to wear pink to show their support and help spread the message that everyone deserves to feel safe and valued.

Thank you, whānau, for continuing to support the many opportunities that help strengthen our learning community.

Our week ahead:

Monday
- In-class learning

Tuesday
- Blake NZ VR sessions - TW2, TW3, TW4
- In-class learning

Wednesday
- MPSSA: Girls Soccer (selected Tūī students)
- Blake NZ VR sessions - TW5, TW6, TW7
- In-class learning
- Options

Thursday
- In-class learning

Friday
- Assembly , Riroriro hosting - whānau welcome
- PINK Shirt Day
- House Comp Kowhāi hosting

Fạiȧkse'ea
Team MWPS

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, aunties, caregivers and special people who nurture, guide and support our tamariki each day.

Today we celebrate the love, patience, strength and care you show in so many different ways. Thank you for the encouragement you give, the sacrifices you make, and the important role you play in helping our children grow and thrive.

We hope you feel appreciated, celebrated and surrounded by love today.

Arohanui,
Team MWPS

Kia Ora,

Please find the link for our newsletter this week below:

https://epublisherapp.com/public/newsletter/issue/MjA0NzE0Nw==/MTA4ODYwNg==

Ngā mihi nui

Noa'ia 'e mạuri,

Week 3 is shaping up to be a rich and engaging week of learning across our kura. Students will continue exploring our inquiry theme, “Wai Ora”, deepening their understanding of the importance of water, sustainability and the ways water supports life and wellbeing in our communities.

This week also recognises Road Safety Week and Sign Language Week. These are valuable opportunities for our tamariki to learn practical skills, build awareness, and develop empathy and inclusion through communication and safe decision-making.

We are proud of the enthusiasm and curiosity students are bringing into their classrooms each day, and we thank our whānau for continuing to support learning both at school and at home.

Our week ahead:

Monday
- In-class learning

Tuesday
- Fire Drill
- In-class learning

Wednesday
- MPSSA: Boys Soccer (selected Tūī students)
- In-class learning
- Options

Thursday
- In-class learning
- Soccer Training Academy @ 1.45pm (selected Tūī students)

Friday
- Assembly , Pīwakawaka hosting
- Netball Training (selected Tūī students)
- House Comp Kowhāi hosting

Fạiȧkse'ea

Namaste,

Welcome to Week 2. As the colder weather begins to settle in, this is a great time to focus on keeping healthy; warm clothing, nourishing food, good rest and regular movement all help our tamariki stay well and ready for learning.

We also hope our school community took time to reflect on the significance of ANZAC Day, remembering those who have served and the values of courage and service that continue to guide us.

This week, the second half of the school will be heading off to SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium. We know this will be another engaging and memorable experience, and we look forward to hearing all about their learning.

Wishing everyone a healthy and positive week ahead, let’s see what’s happening:

Tuesday
- Kelly Tarlton’s trip - PW1, PW2, PW3
- In-class learning

Wednesday
- Kelly Tarlton’s trip - TW2, TW3, TW4
- In-class learning
- Options

Thursday
- Kelly Tarlton’s trip - TW5, TW6, TW7
- Soccer Training Academy @ 1.45pm (selected Tūī students)

Friday
- Assembly , Mihi Whakatau with Tui hosting - Whānau welcome

Dhanyavaad