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Tēnā Tātou Te Whānau
He pānui poto tēnei.

As many of you will know, Civil Defence has declared a state of emergency for our region as of 5.00pm.

Because of this our kura will not be opening as planned on
Tuesday 28 January. While some kaiako will be on site just in case any tauira arrive. The clear guidance from Civil Defence, our kaimahi, our BOT and me as Principal is simple. Please stay home, stay drive and stay safe.

It's a bit of a twist after all the beautiful weather we have been enjoying lately, but your wellbeing comes first.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to kura for an exciting 2026 once conditions improve and it is safe to do so. We will keep you posted regarding our new opening date.

Ngā manaakitanga
Teresa Scott
Tūmuaki

Toitū!

Wear something pink to kura apōpō !!!

WEAR SOMETHING PINK TOMORROW WHĀNAU TO PROMOTE A SAFE ENVIRONMENT where bullying is not supported in any shape or form. Go on.... dare you!

Wear something PINK to kura apōpō whānau to support a safe and supportive environment.
Pink Shirt Day, held annually in May in New Zealand, is a campaign against bullying. On this day, people wear pink to show solidarity and support for a kinder, more inclusive society. The day aims to combat bullying in schools and workplaces, celebrating diversity and promoting positive relationships. Pink Shirt Day was inspired by a similar event in Canada where students took a stand against homophobic bullying after a student was harassed for wearing pink.
Key Points about Pink Shirt Day:
Anti-bullying focus:
Pink Shirt Day is primarily focused on combating bullying and promoting kindness.
Solidarity and support:
Wearing pink on Pink Shirt Day demonstrates support for those who have experienced bullying and encourages others to stand up against it.
Celebration of diversity:
The day promotes a more inclusive environment by celebrating diversity and understanding.
International recognition:
While Pink Shirt Day is most prominent in New Zealand, it has also inspired similar initiatives in other countries, including the International Day of Pink, which is more specifically focused on anti-LGBTQ+ bullying.
Fundraising and awareness:
Some organizations, like the Breast Cancer Foundation New Zealand, also utilize Pink Shirt Day as an opportunity to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer.
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PŌWHIRI APŌPŌ

All Year 10's and Year 11's are to be at kura by 9.00am to prepare for the powhiri. School uniform to be worn please.
Year 9's and whānau please gather at the entrance of the kura by 9.30am and the seniors will welcome you in.

Naumai haramai. Light refreshments will be served after the powhiri and then students are free to go gome.

Kura begins for everyone again at 9.00am on Monday 3 February.

Students: Vapes and cellphones are to be handed in at the office. You pick them up on your way out.

We look forward to seeing you all apōpō.

Kia ora Te whānau,
Tomorrow is the last day of Orientation for Year 9's and ALL others who have not been in yet. Orientation helps to lay the foundation for the year at kura and the expectations we all have for a successful year for YOUR child and for all of us.
Come on whānau please ensure your child gets out of bed and gets to kura in the morning by 9.00am- that's the first challenge.
Kura will finish at 12.00pm and you may collect them then.
Today the Year 10's began the preparation for the powhiri on Friday before they went home.
Here are just some images from last year's Graduation for your viewing pleasure.
Hei apōpō

Maungarongo Wetlands, Haerenga - This Friday 8/11/2024
For our Year 9 and 10's

The objective of our haerenga to Maungarongo is to get the akonga in to the Taiao. Offering them a unique, hands on and local experience of Wetlands and the value that it has for our communities. We will achieve this by doing water monitoring, tuna measuring and invertebrate identification.

Lunch will be provided, tauira will need a drink bottle. Te Ora Hou will ensure there is drinking water available.

Attached are the RAMS for Te Ora Hou and He Awa Ora, He Tai Ora Trust (known as Whitebait Connection)- programme coordinator for water monitoring activity

Please let us know if there are medical and medication needs. In particular (but not limited to): Diabetes, Asthma, Epilepsy, Heart conditions and anaphylaxis, anxiety and allergies relevant to the activity. This information MUST be available on the day of the field trip .

Appropriate footwear to be worn.