Kiwi Can Week 4

This week in Kiwi Can we are learning how to follow instructions. 

This is a video of our class completing the warm up activity- We had to focus really hard on the instructions because Matua Joseph (Kiwi Can Leader) was confusing us by doing the opposite moves.

This is a video of our class working in groups to follow instructions from a leader. We had to make sure we listened to the instructions from the Kiwi Can Leader carefully in order to relay the instructions to our group in the correct order.

Our amazing Art work

Today we did some art work with Miss Magaoa. We were learning to blend using pastels. Our work will go up in the hall, so next time your in our school hall, make sure you have a look at our awesome art work.

Thank you so much Miss Magaoa!

Below are a few students who were proud to showcase what they had achieved today.

Wairoa 

Jerrymiah

Ayas

Anilupe

Louella 

The art work drying

Reminder about our Whanau Hui tonight

This is a reminder that Manulua will be hosting its first-ever Whanau Hui tonight, in the school staffroom at 5.30pm.

We will be running a free sausage sizzle from 5.00pm.

We hope to see you all there!

Totara Park 10 Feb

What an awesome day it was on Friday at our annual Totara Park Community Picnic. The weather was beautiful and it made the pool more worthwhile. Bush walks, playground fun, cricket game, volleyball, last card and many more activities were on display as our school of over 600 students spent the day there.

 Thank you to all those families who were able to make it and spent the day with us, I hope you enjoyed yourselves just as much as we did.

Getting ready to get on the bus, but we got to make sure we have our sunblock on first- Sunsmart School

Teachers are excited to be heading to Totara Park

Snack time

Having fun on the spinner, Miss Tuapawa didn't last long like us

Rolly Pollies down the hill

Dorothy having fun on the flying fox

Louella's turn

Odin wanting to go the frutherest

Wairoa having a blast on the flying fox

Richard trying to do some side tricks

Odin cooling down in the pool

Sarina snorkeling

Isaiah and Nina venturing out into the deep end of the pool

Anilupe and Jiana enjoying the cool water on such a hot day

Always time for a pose in the pool

Last card with Lorisha and Richard- who won again? :)

Cricket 9 Feb 17

Today was our last session with Nick and Nick from Counties Manukau who were coaching us for Cricket. We had three sessions and we really enjoyed learning some tips on how to play cricket and strategies to win as a team. Below are a few photos of us playing against Room 9- it was a tie for the day. 

Listening to the instructions from the coaches

Our turn to field and try and get three players out

 Batting time for Tino

Go Shaquile!

The best thing about memories is making them!

Introduction Letter

 7^th February, 2017.

Kia ora, fakaalofa lahi atu, talofa lava and greetings.

This is a letter of introduction, as well as an outline of what you and your child can expect from being in Room 7 this year.

My name is Renee Tuapawa and I will be your child’s teacher this year.  This is my ninth year teaching.  I am also the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) this year, which means Whaea Marion will be in our class every Tuesday while I fulfil my duties.

As a teacher, I will endeavour to assist and cater for all needs in my class.  I will create a warm and challenging learning environment that will enhance students’ learning, both in and outside of the classroom.  Students will be expected to participate actively in all curriculum areas.

In Terms 1 and 4, students will be receiving swimming lessons in the school pool. Students are expected to bring their togs and towel to school from Monday to Thursday. If your child is not swimming they must bring a parental/caregiver note explaining why they are not swimming.

If your child is absent from school, you must contact the office to let them know the reason for the absence.  If a pattern of absence emerges, or if your child is regularly away from school, I will make contact with you to find out what can be done to help.  If absences continue, I am required by law to contact truancy services and refer it to them.

Homework is given every Monday and it is to be returned the following Monday.  As the children have an entire week to complete their homework, I do not accept excuses as to why it has not been done.  If it has not been done, or if I feel a minimal effort has been made, students will be required to complete the homework sheets in their own time, at lunchtime.

Correct school uniform must be worn at all times.  This includes the school shirt, skirt/shorts, and a blue jacket.  No other colours are permitted.  Students are not permitted to wear bracelets or wristbands.  Necklaces are not permitted (this does not include taonga/greenstones) and only stud earrings are allowed.  In Terms 1 and 4, it is also compulsory to wear a hat each day.  If your child is not wearing the correct school uniform, I require a note from home explaining why.

We have a class blog http://seveninheaven17.blogspot.co.nz/ which will be regularly updated.  It will feature videos, photos and examples of your child’s work throughout the year.  We would love to see comments and feedback on our class blog.

There will be fun and exciting opportunities throughout the year for Room 7.  I hope, with your help, your child seizes the chance to be a part of some, or all of these extra-curricular activities.  I look forward to working with you to achieve the best possible outcome for your child here at Clendon Park School.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at school on 267 6671, extension 855.

Kind regards,

Renee Tuapawa.