Week 3 Principal's news

Beth DownieAugust 7, 2024

This week, we welcomed Eliza to Kaikorai; we are so happy you are here.

Staffing news

Congratulations to Miss Wilson (Rūma ono), who will go on maternity leave at the end of this term. At that time, Miss Youngs (Rūma iwa) will teach Rūma ono.

Property news 🦺

Next week, preparations begin for our new playground! Stage one involves demolishing the old dental clinic, where the main play space—including that awesome flying fox—will be constructed.

Watch this space!

Fair 🍿

We really appreciate the donations that have been coming in this week, we are so grateful for your contributions. We were thrilled with the turn out at the fair helpers meeting this week and we are on track for an epic school fair.

Funds raised at the fair will help to build the new playground.

Event 🎟️

The Hills Cluster of Schools is excited to bring renowned speaker Rob Cope to Dunedin. Tickets will be available to purchase soon, but save the date for TUESDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER 2024 | 7 PM - 9 PM

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Policies and procedures

A reminder that all our policies and procedures are available on www.schooldocs.co.nz user name kaikorai password tynestreet

As always, my door is open for a kōrero, or you can chat with me at the gate.

Ngā manaakitanga

Beth

Principal's awards - Well done to this week's certificate recipients 🌟

Archie M

For always putting a HUGE effort into your learning and having an awesome attitude towards getting the the job!

Archer M

You are a wonderful ball of energy in Room 13 and I am so proud of how well you are taking responsibility for your learning. You are always keen and enthusiastic - Tino pai rawa atu! 

Alexis

You have made good progress with improving your writing, including gaining a new ‘Powergoal’ - Ka Rawe!

Harper

I have been so impressed with your Kaikorai values.  You especially show kindness towards others, and are so quick to assist and help - Ka rawe!

Liam

I can always count on you to be doing the right thing. You are a wonderful KAIK kid. Keep up the awesome work. 

Lara

For the massive effort you have been putting into your writing. You are really trying to make your writing interesting for the reader. Ka pai!

Sophie

For her effort and determination to complete all classroom tasks to the best of her ability, and demonstrating KAIK values. Ka pai!

Neve

For the focus she shows during structured literacy and writing sessions to do her best work.  Ka rawe.

Ernie

For amazing reading and great focus during class time. Tino pai rawa atu!

Lucy F

For trying extremely hard in all areas. You are caring and kind to everyone. Ka rawe!

Zhengnian

For learning and using some basic English words, such as greetings and colours.  We are proud of you Zhengnian! 

Zhengxin

For beginning to use English words for greetings and colours.  We are proud of you Zhengxin! 

Xeline

For the super effort that she is putting into her writing.  Keep up the fantastic work, Xeline.

Lukas

For always showing kindness and being a wonderful caring friend.  Ka rawe!

Kajza

For trying your best and always having a go with new learning, what a super effort, ka pai 

Hazel

Hazel, you are a confident and enthusiastic learner always willing to have a go, what a great start. Tino pai Hazel.

Riley McP

You are a valuable member of Ruma Iwa. You have such a positive attitude towards your learning and have amazing ideas when writing. Kai Pia! 

Joji

Joji, you are making great choices in class, you are working hard and are engaged in your learning. Tino Pai!  

Jordan

For working hard in class and producing work of a high standard, especially in maths-Tino pai rawa atu!

Liam

For showing kindness and working collaboratively with others. You are becoming an excellent leader- Tino pai rawa atu!

Alex S

For always setting a fabulous example and being a great year 6 leader. You always approach learning with a positive attitude and complete work to a high standard  - Mīharo!

 Addison L

For always showing the KAIK values. You always put a lot of effort into your learning tasks and are very focused  -Tino pai rawa atu!

Oakley

For your outstanding effort in your learning, you are focused and engaged! Keep up your excellent attitude! Mīharo!

Seb

For always pushing yourself in your learning, you are continually striving to be the best learner you can! Tino pai!

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