St James' Catholic School Palmerston North - Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi

Last week, we had an amazing Book Day celebrating a love of books and reading. Thank you Dale for organising a fabulous event. It was wonderful seeing all our ākonga getting involved and dressing up as a character that they love. Nga mihi to all our whānau who helped make costumes and came to support the children during the parade.

As part of Book Day, the teacher's swapped classrooms and read a book to another class.
Congratulations to our prizewinners for their incredible costumes. 👏

Here are this week’s SAINTS - we celebrated them this morning at Te Huihuinga. Ka pai!

Ka pai to these two former ākonga.

RUGBY:

Congratulations to Year 8 students Bennett Tutaki and Amos Aaifou who have been selected to play in the Manawatū Rugby “Town” team in the upcoming exchange against Central Hawke’s Bay.

Well done to you both!

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Pool Raffle Tickets are now available from the School Office.
Tickets are $10 each, and the raffle will be drawn on Saturday, 22 August. There are some fabulous prizes.

All proceeds go toward essential repairs for our school pool, ensuring it remains a treasured resource for future learners.

Ngā Mihi Nui Four Square Hokowhitu for your generous Hamper. Save our Pool Raffle Tickets are available from the school office. $10 per ticket with some fantastic prizes donated from the community. Drawn at our Whānau Quiz Night Saturday 22nd August.

👋 Meet Our New Store Manager – Jacob!

We’re excited to officially introduce Jacob, our new Store Manager!! 🎉

Jacob has recently joined us from PAK’nSAVE Tamatea, bringing plenty of supermarket experience and a real passion for the industry.

His dream is to one day own his own Four Square, and we’re excited to be part of that journey. 💚 His wife, Mary, has also joined the Four Square Hokowhitu family, so be sure to say hello when you see them!

📸 In this photo, Jacob is presenting the raffle hamper we donated to St James' Catholic School Palmerston North - Te Kura Katorika o Hato Heemi to Tracey. If you get the chance, make sure you support their fundraiser!!

Please join us in giving Jacob and Mary a warm Four Square Hokowhitu welcome! 👏🛒

🪩 The PTFA Disco night is here 🪩

The decorations are up, the lights are glowing, and the dance floor is ready for action.

Juniors (Yr1-3) 5:45-6:45pm
Seniors (Yr4-6) 7-8pm
$2 entry, lollies, snacks & sausages available for purchase. Eftpos available. Bring a drink bottle.

Celebrating Te Rā o Tumeke Tumuaki | Principal’s Day 2026!

Today, Wednesday, 29 July 2026, schools across Aotearoa celebrate and acknowledge Te Rā o Tumeke Tumuaki | Principal’s Day. A special day established by NZEI Te Riu Roa to acknowledge the dedication, vision, and hard work of our school leaders

This year’s national theme is guided by the whakataukī:
"He waka eke noa" We are all in this together.

Leading a school community takes incredible heart, energy, and commitment, from supporting our tamariki and staff to navigating ever changing educational landscapes.

We extend a heartfelt thank you|ngā mihi nui to our Tumuaki|Principal Christine Cosgrove and Tumuaki Tuarua|Deputy Principal John Grevatt for their unwavering commitment to making Hato Heemi Katorika Kura a warm, thriving, and supportive place for everyone.

Tamariki surprised Mrs Cosgrove and Mr Grevatt this morning with heartfelt individual appreciation sentiments throughout the kura.

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Central Football Primary and Intermediate Girls Football Festival⚽🥅
We had an overwhelming response of kotiro|girls who wished to participate in this 'Have a Go' event hosted by Central Football at Monrad Park today. It was a fresh ❄ start but turned into a fantastic winter's day☀, which contributed to the wonderful energy and enjoyment had by all. Ngā Mihi Nui to Central Football for this initiative, our coaches Jo, Andy and Amy, Sports Coordinator Mrs Gunn and our whānau for supporting your tamariki.