Amesbury School


Kia ora te whanau

Welcome back to term 3. I trust you all had a lovely time over the holidays with your children in spite of the weather events.  John and I had an unexpected surprise with a last minute call up of our youngest daughter, Serena, to play for the NZ U19 Women's Football Team for the World Cup Qualifiers. Hence, our holiday plans changed quickly and we spent quite a bit of time in Auckland watching the games (which they won!). Although the weather was dreadful, we had a great time. 

The term has started well. We have a great team of teachers, an amazing admin staff, and very cool kids. What more could a principal ask for! The inquiry this term is, not surprisingly, focused on the upcoming elections. Activities are happening in all hubs that are really engaging children in thinking about social organisation and power. Politics all around the world is very interesting at the moment and dominating social media, so there is plenty of fodder for interesting discussion and debate. 

I am glad we have been able to book the Noho Marae for week 3. Thanks to Angela for her hard work in making this happen and to Gail who is assisting her. I think it is really important for us as a school and as people living in New Zealand to truly value and appreciate New Zealand's bicultural heritage. I believe we all have a responsibility as New Zealanders to assist with the revitalisation of the Maori Language and the regeneration of Maori identity. I am really proud that Amesbury School has traditions and rituals that honour New Zealand's bicultural heritage. However, I am also aware that we still have more to do to meet our obligations under the treaty. It is an ongoing development. The Board has recently reviewed the school's Te Tiriti O Waitangi policy. I have included the link so that you can check it out if interested. 

I am excited about this term - I think it is going to be a good one. I look forward to catching up with you all at the different community events. Thanks for your ongoing support of your children's learning and the school. Take care and watch out for each other in the carpark! Be kind to teachers. 

Arohanui

Lesley


  1. 24 July - 2 August

    Community and School Notices... Read more…
  2. Wednesday Rotations

    The sun is out and there is plenty of creative, interactive and co-operative learning going on in today's Wednesday rotations! Read more…
  3. School Board of Trustees Meeting

    Agenda for Wednesday 2nd August at 5.30pm in the school board/meeting room...  Read more…
  4. India@70 Competitions

    This year, India celebrates 70 years of freedom and the High Commission of India is running essay and poster competitions for all ... Read more…
  5. Term 3 Kelly Sports

    Learn different skills like your favourite sports heroes with Kelly Club! Classes after school on Fridays at Amesbury. Read more…
  6. 东方文化艺术团儿童民族舞蹈班开到Churton Park了!

    欢迎3岁以上的孩子们参加中华民族舞蹈班,首次试课免费。8月7号开始试课了,530-630,学校大厅。 Read more…
  7. Chinese Dancing Classes - Free Trial Lesson!

    Chinese dancing for children. Free trial lesson on Monday 7 August from 5.30-6.30pm, at Amesbury Community Hall. All children aged 3+ ... Read more…
  8. New Students!

    A big welcome to our new students in Te Rito - Liam, Jacob, Om, Nathaniel, Sofia and Marcus. Read more…
  9. Digital Technologies Curriculum - Consultation Workshops

    Opportunities to learn more and provide feedback will be available at regional presentations being held by the Ministry of Education. ... Read more…
  10. Lunch Order Update

    This term there will be a few changes to the way you order lunches, and a couple of healthier options available as well! Read more…
  11. School Photos 

    Inspire Photography will be coming to school on Tuesday 15th August (week 4 next term)... Read more…