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Te Maunga was tasked with the chance to take on leadership opportunities with creating a fun run. Their focus was getting students engaged and excited about physical exercise. They adapted cross country and added a fun element by using P.E equipment from around the school to create a course. Te Awa were excited about the idea of improving the cross country and making it more fun for everyone.

Te Maunga students worked in a Tuakana Teina relationship, supporting the younger runners through the course.

Students ran a continuous loop for 10 minutes and earned stamps or marks for showing a positive attitude, trying new things and supporting their peers. The obstacles included crash pads, hula hoops, sack races, catching games, hopscotch and the hands-down favourite obstacle was crawling under a parachute. We were so pleased to see that every child gave it their best shot and had lots of fun, even the children who were reluctant gave it a try and enjoyed their afternoon.

Te Awa Teachers and children would like to thank Kiara Arboleda and the rest of the Te Maunga team for organising an amazing event. 

Louise, Terence, & Emma.