Week 7

Only 16 2009 school days to go!
Last week we had a blast at Whenua Iti. Hope you've checked out Laura's movie. This week is a homework free week due to them looking after me on the Flying Kiore.


When you are at their mercy you've got to have some sort of bargaining power... homework was it.
Looking ahead to this week our ot of class highlights are the Fire station visit today, the Talent Quest on Wednesday morning and buddy time on Friday.
Hope you are able to make it to the Parent Helpers' Thank You on Thursday morning - looking forward to seeing you there.
Maureen Ryan will be taking the class programme tomorrow and Wednesday morning while I am at a Syndicate planning meeting and Interactive Whiteboard training.
Cheers
Teressa

A gorgeous day of fun

Home Learning and News Term 4, Week 6

Our Athletic Sports Day was a great day for all concerned. If you are in school this week, check out the photo story on the window of the classroom.

Today we had Ross Bailey in to talk to the two Intermediate classes about fire safety. He was excellent value and I am sure the students will want to discuss the messages and video from today's session. Next week we are going to be following up on this talk with a visit to the station. We will be walking down and back. Could you please write in your child's home work diary to let us know whether they have your permission to go. Also, as we will be starting the return trip back to school at 2:30 pm, you may wish your child to come straight home after the visit rather than return to school. Please indicate in their diary if this is the case otherwise they will come back to school first.

Tomorrow (Tuesday) we are heading off to enjoy a day of individual and team building challenges and activities at Whenua Iti. It promises to be a great day. We got an email today from the activity manager asking us to add a rain coat to the list of things to remember as lately there have been passing showers of rain every day.
Check out the news sheet for more information about the week ahead.

News and Home Learning tasks Term 4, Week 5

Our students are using the key competencies to live, learn, work, and contribute as active members of their learning community. We are looking forward to another great week to extend our thinking, develop our use of language and symbols, learn more about managing self, relating to others in a positive way and participating and contributing in a variety of activities.

Speaking of participating, it is good to see students are preparing for the forthcoming talent quest. This is a time for other students to develop a risk taking attitude and approach - feel the fear and do it anyway! This event is always a highlight of the fourth term, so hope you can make it to see some of our talent on display.
Please remember to get the Whenua Iti notices back as soon as possible so transport can be sorted.

News and Homework tasks Term 4, Week 4

Room 7 students rule! They have received heaps of compliments for their attitude and achievements. They really are living out the school vision, To Be All I Can. Way to go guys.

Do remember to check out the movie section of our language wiki to see the results of our script writing and Spanish language learning.

The paintings above are two of Lucy's Artrage ePaintings. How about leaving a comment to let her know what you think of them.

News and Homework tasks Term 4, Week 3

A short week this week with two special highlights.
The first one is the school band taking part in the Primary School Band Rockfest on Tuesday. The purpose of this event is to develop confidence, networks and inspiration - it is not about competition. The programme includes opportunities for each group to perform 2 or 3 songs and Waimea College music students will be attending to give demonstrations and workshops on specific instruments. It promises to be a great day for all.
The second highlight is the Moutere Intermediate students meeting for a day of fun team building activities designed to get them interacting and problem solving together. This event is on Wednesday and runs from 11 am through to 2:30 pm. We will start with the team building games followed by lunch on the beach at approximately 1 pm. Rock/sand sculptures and a swim (weather permitting) will round off the day.

We would love to hear your thoughts on our creativity extender - What if human brains could be transplanted into other bodies? We would love it if you added to our brainstorm by leaving a comment on the blog.
Thanks

News and Homework Term 4 Week 2

Another great week ahead.
Hope you are enjoying discussing the puberty topics covered in class.