Whitikahu School

04/09/2026

🌟 A huge congratulations to this week’s student high-flyers for spreading their wings, catching the wind, and soaring toward great things! 🦅

02/09/2026

🦅 WHITIKAHU SCHOOL SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER
Here are the highlights from this month's newsletter:

🎤 Speech Night:
A massive congratulations to all our students who presented!

💬 Voice of Tamariki Survey:
100% of our Year 4–8 students report feeling happy at school.

🗓️ Key Dates:
Thu 17th Sept: Ag Day Interactive Demonstration
Thu 24th Sept: Young Farmers' Day
Sat 17th Oct: Ag Day & Country Market

🛠️ We're Hiring:
Grounds Contractor & Local Relief Teachers

👇🏼 Check out the full newsletter link for more details

31/08/2026

🌟 Kick Off the 2026 Season with Waikato A&P Show! 🌟

Whether you're an experienced judge, a curious parent, or interested in getting involved for the first time, our Judge & Parent Information Days are the perfect way to get ready for an enjoyable and successful season! 🐄🐑🐐

Join us for a few hours to connect with fellow judges, parents, and volunteers, share ideas and tips, and ask any questions you have.

Dates & Locations (All sessions start at 11:00 AM):
📍 Kihikihi (at the Domain): Tuesday 8th Sept 2026
📍 Matamata (Netball Courts): Thursday 10th Sept 2026
📍 Hamilton (Horsham Downs School): Saturday 12th Sept 2026

Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you there! 👇

28/08/2026

🎤 Whitikahu School Speech Night ⭐️
Come along and support our talented students as they take the stage for our Whitikahu School Speech Night!

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Whitikahu Community Hall
🎤 Who: Featuring selected student speakers from Years 3–8

Our students have put in hours of hard work writing, polishing, and practising their persuasive speeches. We would love to see our school community fill the hall to cheer them on, celebrate their confidence, and enjoy an evening of inspiring, funny, and thought-provoking talks. The evening will conclude with supper provided by our amazing PTA.

Family, friends, and community members are all welcome. We look forward to seeing you there!

26/08/2026

🔢 Looking for fun ways to support your child's maths learning at home?

Te Tāhuhu o te Mātauranga | Ministry of Education has launched a Maths Practice Tool designed specifically for students in Years 3 to 8! ✏️📐
It’s a fantastic, easy-to-use resource to help build confidence, reinforce key concepts taught in the classroom, and keep maths practise engaging for your kids.
👉 Head over to parentportal.education.gov.nz to check it out and give it a try at home!

25/08/2026

💛🌼Wear Yellow for Daffodil Day this Friday!💛🌼

This Friday, our school is proud to support the Cancer Society by participating in Daffodil Day.

We invite all students to wear yellow clothing to show support for the Cancer Society. Whether it’s a bright yellow T-shirt, a hat, socks, or a yellow ribbon, let’s fill the school with color for a fantastic cause.

📆 Date: This Friday
💛 Dress Code: Wear something yellow
💰 Donation: Please bring a gold coin donation ($1 or $2)

Every coin collected goes directly toward funding vital cancer research, support services, and health promotion programs. Thank you in advance for your generosity and school spirit!

23/08/2026

⚽ Attention Whitikahu School Families! ⚽
Is your child keen to play futsal next term? Registrations are now open with Northern United FC!
When filling out the registration form:
✅ School Name: Be sure to list Whitikahu School.
✅ Team Requests: You can request that your child be placed in a team with their school friends/classmates in the comments/notes section.

It’s a great way for our kids to stay active and play alongside their mates!
👉 Register here:

The official website for Northern United Sports Club

21/08/2026

🦅 👀 Look who's soaring at Whitikahu School this week ⬇️ 🦅

20/08/2026

Whitikahu School PTA is thrilled to present our 2026 school tea towel! Check out this awesome design featuring custom drawings from all our amazing students!

These make fantastic keepsakes and great gifts for family and friends. Best of all, at only $12.50 each, they’re a great way to support our school.

All orders must be placed through the eTAP app by Friday, 4th September. Simply log in to order yours today.

13/08/2026

🍳 BRUNCH ON US! 🥓☕

Hey Whitikahu whānau! The Rural Support Trust is hosting a free "Brunch On Us" get-together just down the road for our local rural community.
Come along for a bite to eat, a hot cup of coffee, and a good yarn with local friends and neighbors!

📍 Where: Gordonton Hall (1024 Gordonton Rd)
📅 When: Tuesday, 25 August
⏰ Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
🚜 Who: Free & open to all rural families!

Take a well-deserved break and pop in. Tag a neighbor below who deserves a coffee break! 👇