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Boston and Josh at the Lego Masters Wider Learning option
 
Photo by Angela Hunt

Year 8 Newsletter

Angela Hunt —

Week 4, Term 1

Dear Parents, Caregivers and Whānau,

We are now into our full programmes and had our first Wider Learning session this week which the students enjoyed. We are thankful for the beautiful weather that we have had this week and hope it continues for our On Purpose Day on Monday.

The Biblical Worldview that will underpin our learning during the term is: How can I deepen my understanding of the Bible and His creation to gain a deeper understanding of the character of our God and His creation?

Notices:

Year 8 On Purpose Day - Point Erin Pools

 Monday, 27 February

Students will travel by bus to Point Erin Pools, leaving school at 9:00 am and returning by 3:10 pm. A sausage sizzle and drink will be provided but students might want to bring some extra food.

Wear: Appropriate mufti clothes
Bring: Students and parent helpers bring own snacks, drink, sunscreen and hat, as well as their swimming gear (no bikinis) and a towel


Tiritiri Matangi Trip

  • Thursday, 16 March – 8AHU & 8SSL
  • Wednesday, 22 March – 8KTA & 8MST
  • Friday, 24 March – 8AFI & 8SPO

✍ ACTION REQUIRED: Please complete this form by Monday, 6 March - Year 8 Tiritiri Matangi Trip Permission Form 

All students will travel by bus from KingsWay to the Gulf Harbour ferry terminal and by Fullers Ferry to Tiritiri Matangi. 

Departure: Buses will leave KingsWay School at 9:00 am.
On Wednesday, 16 March - 8KTA and 8MST students please be at school by 8:50 am so that roll can be taken.
Return: Fullers ferry returns to Gulf Harbour terminal at 4:00 pm, buses will then transport students back to KingsWay School . Arrival back at Longmore Lane (KingsWay bus bay) on the trip day will be at 4:30 pm. It is important to note that prior arrangements must be made for each student after we arrive back to Longmore Lane (KingsWay).
Wear: PE uniform, hat, sunscreen and appropriate walking shoes.
Bring: Full lunch and drink. For students who would like to swim, bring swimsuit (no bikinis) and a towel.
Parent Helpers: We require parent helpers to make this trip a success, please indicate on the permission form if you can help. If you volunteer, you will be sent an email to confirm your assistance is required.
No devices allowed and no spending money is required on this trip.


Upcoming Dates:

  • Monday, 27 February: Year 8 On Purpose Day - Pt Erin Pools 
  • Wednesday, 1 March:
    Year 7-8 GRIP Leadership Conference (invited students)
    Whole School Parent Meeting (online) at 7:00 pm
  • Tuesday, 7 March:
    PTA Family Fun Night at 5:00 - 8:00 pm on school field
    PTA New Parents Meeting at 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday, 8 March: Middle School Top House
  • Thursday, 9 March: ESOL Parent Meeting - 7:00 pm
  • Friday, 10 March: ID/Portrait Photos & Class Photos
  • Monday, 13 March: Year 7 - 9 Equipping Families Evening
  • Tuesday, 14 March: Year 7 - 13 Summer Sport Photos
  • Thursday, 16 March: Year 8 Tiritiri Matangi Trip - 8AHU, 8SSL
  • Wednesday, 22 March: Year 8 Tiritiri Matangi Trip - 8KTA, 8MST
  • Friday, 24 March: Year 8 Tiritiri Matangi Trip - 8AFI, 8SPO


Year 8 Homework

  • Memory Verse
  • Reading - Kiwikids News/independent reading
  • Maths - Education Perfect task
  • Spellzone task

Next Week's Memory Verse:

“But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds in the sky, and they will tell you." Job 12:7-8


Ngā mihi

Blessings,

Year 8 Teachers