Term 4 - Week 7

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 Greetings families.

Welcome to week 7.

It was so lovely to get into the pool last week while the weather was warm. Our regular slots are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, however if togs are brought to school everyday we may be able to sneak in another few swim sessions here or there when the pool is free. We do not go swimming unless the outside temperature is 16 degrees or above. 

We really enjoyed hanging out with the older Waimairi year 5 children in Nga Puna this afternoon. They came across to show leadership in small group settings. They read poems with us, helped us to make connections through conversations and helped our younger children with the cutting and colouring activities they had set out. Tuakana Teina is shown when an older child supports, guides and helps a younger child. We love seeing this in action in Nga Puna.

Upcoming dates and events

Tuesday - Kapa Haka

Friday - hotdog day and bike day

Everyday - swimming togs to school please

Monday 30th November - Tina, Sue and Vanessa's Ora children trip to Botanical gardens

Friday the 18th of December - Last day of school for the year


Here are some photos takes over the last week.

As usual, any questions or queries come and see us.


Many thanks

Nga Puna teachers.























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