Week 2 Principal's News
Beth Downie — February 11, 2025
A special welcome to our newest Kaik Kids, who have started this week, Amos and Roni - we are so happy you are here.
It was wonderful to have a full week of school. Our routines are running smoothly, and I enjoyed giving out Principal's Awards to celebrate the great work happening at Kaikorai. I'm especially happy to see our Kaik Values being demonstrated both in classrooms and on the playground.
Kapa Haka at Kaikorai 🎶
Kapa Haka will start again in Week 4 and will be held on Fridays.
What is Kapa Haka? It's a chance to learn Māori waiata, haka, performance, and tikanga.
Pīwakawaka Hapori (Y0-2) : All junior students will participate in Kapa Haka from 11:00-11:30 am.
Tūī and Kererū Hapori (Y3-6) : Middle and senior students can try Kapa Haka from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. These first few weeks are a trial period to see if they enjoy it. After the trial, students who want to commit to the Kapa Haka group must sign up. Official sign-up forms will be available after the trial period.
Please talk to your child about whether they'd like to join the Kapa Haka group.
Classroom Release and Professional Development Time 🍎
Teachers have regular classroom release time, either weekly or fortnightly, to work on student assessments, professional development, classroom planning or leadership commitments. During these times, a dedicated release teacher takes the class. This release time is a contractual entitlement for all teachers and a vital part of their work week.
Whānau Picnic and Meet the Teacher Evening 🧺
I'm looking forward to connecting with our community next week at the whānau picnic, followed by a meet-the-teacher presentation. Each teacher will give a short presentation about classroom routines and expectations and answer general questions. Please note that this is not intended for individual discussions about your child.
Kia Manawaroa - Panaui for whānau Māori with kids in education
Principal's Awards 🌟
Congratulations to these students who have been recognised for this week's Principal Awards.
Hugo | For a great start in Rūma Tahi. You are focused, helpful and a great leader to those around you. Tino pai rawa atu! |
Liam M | For always being kind to those around you, being super focused and giving your all to tasks. Ka rawe! |
Parishay | For having a fantastic start in the Kererū team. You are enthusiastic, positive and focused. Kei runga noa atu! |
Carter | You have a terrific start to the year! You are a creative thinker and imaginative writer. Kei runga noa atu! |
Matteo | Wawata - Showing the skills of a lifelong learner, always being engaged and present in his learning. |
Aiza | Mana Motuhake - Working hard in the classroom and making all the right decisions. |
Bobby M | For your enthusiasm and engagement during our Te Tiriti O Waitangi unit. You are a real leader in the class! |
Maggie | For having an amazing start in the Kererū team! You are an independent and keen learner. Tino pai! |
Shyam | For a great start and showing exceptional manners and being great at greetings. Tino pai! |
Andreas | For being so good at helping our new Year 3 classmates settle into their class routines! Ka pai! |
Emma | For a great start in Rūma Ono. You are a great role model and consistently do the right thing throughout the day. Tino pai! |
Avi | For showing kindness to those around you. You are thoughtful and humorous, and we love having you in Rūma Ono. |
Sherlock | For being persistent with challenges and showing the KAIK values when working on different activities. He whetu koe! |
Violet | For her positive attitude towards her learning and always giving things her best effort. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Cormac | For the kindness he displays in the classroom. You make Rūma Waru a wonderful place to be! |
Baxter | For consistently doing the right thing in the classroom and playground. You are a super KAIK kid! |
Edward | For a wonderful start to the new year. Keep up the fantastic effort Edward. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Quinn | For her positive attitude towards all of her learning and an amazing start to each new day. Tino pai! |
Pippa | For your positive attitude to all of your learning and being a fantastic helper in Room 11. Tino pai |
Jamie | For a great start to the year. You put lots of effort into your work. Ka pai hoki koe! |
Kajza | For a wonderful start to the year. You are keen to learn and are building confidence when trying new things! Ka rawe! |
Sienna | For a great start to the year. You come into class everyday ready to learn. You are kind to everyone and aspire to be your best! |
Micah | For being a super listener and trying hard to follow all instructions - what a fantastic first week of school! |
Jack D | For an outstanding first week of school. Your enthusiasm and perseverance towards your new learning is awesome! |
