Ngā mihi mahana ki a koutou, (Warm greetings to you all)
Move over Gucci, because we think we officially dropped the hottest collection of the season, as no school merch ‘hits harder than ours!’ As I wandered class to class this week, the ora (vibe) from the kids proudly showing off their new gear really warmed my heart. Seeing our tamariki have so much pride in wearing our school brand links them to our history, what we stand for, and one another. It is a strong showing of our uara (value) of whanaungatanga (positive relationships) that makes our little semi-rural kura so special.
On Monday our tuakana (seniors) from Tōtara travelled to Ballance Valley Rd as part of the Trees for Survival programme, which supports kura with the planting and growing of native trees to help restore habitats. Whaea Anneliese swapped classes with Cameron for the day to give her foot a rest. The weather wasn’t favourable, but our tamariki loved getting out of the classroom and connecting with te taiao (our environment). The land is owned by Mali, an advocate for protecting bird life and restoring natural habitats. Huge mihi (thanks) to her, as she sponsored the bus, as well as provided the team with yummy kai to keep them going. Also thanks to Mark from TFS, and the parents/whānau who came along to tautoko (support).
Last week we sent two teams of runners to the Cluster Cross Country on Thursday and the Interschool Cross Country on Friday. We celebrated them all at Hui Ā Kura this afternoon, but we must give a special shoutout to our Year 3 Boys of James, Caleb and Archer who gave us the ‘Turitea Trifecta’ being the first three runners home. Kyerin and Rory completed the Year 6 Boys quinella by coming in first and second place too. Ollie won the Year 1 Boys event, Beckett won the Year 2 Boys event, Lachie won the Year 4 Boys event, Mila won the Year 4 Girls event and Penelope came a close second in the Year 2 Girls event. Kyerin and Rory followed up their strong showing at the Interschool event achieving another quinella in that event too!
Nau mai haere mai (Welcome) Holly who joined Anna and Lynley in Rimu this week. Holly is the first in her whānau to attend Turitea, so a special welcome to her and her parents Dev and Michael. We trust our amazing hāpori (community) will make you feel very welcome.
End of Term Reports:
Our kaiako (teachers) are busy writing your child’s reports getting them ready for the end of the term. As you are aware, our Ministry of Education (MoE) introduced a new curriculum this year for Maths & Statistics and English. Because we have transitioned to these new teaching and assessment methods at the start of the year, you may notice a shift in your child’s reported progress or achievement levels compared to previous years due to changing curriculum expectations. So our reports will look and feel a bit different than you may be used to, based on these changes. Have a look at the different descriptors in the graphic above that might give you some further clarity. We will have another round of Kōrero Mai (Parent/Teacher Conferences) early next term to discuss these reports further with you. If you missed our Curriculum Clarity evening we held last term, check out the slides we shared with a bit more information about the shifts.
Hui Ā Kura:
This afternoon’s assembly was led by our tuakana (seniors) Liam, Andre and Michael. It was fantastic to see such a great turnout, mihi atu (thank you) to those who came along. It was a highlight to hear from Tōtara and Rātā as they presented their recent mahi. We also took the time to whakanui (celebrate) our students who placed in the Cluster and Interschool Cross Country events, as well as those who are always demonstrating our uara (values). A massive congratulations to every student who received a tiwhikete (certificate) today.
Rimu: Nature – Mātauranga
Rātā: Anya – Manaakitanga
Pōhutukawa: Gemma – Mātauranga
Mataī: Charlie – Mātauranga
Kauri: Isla – Manaakitanga
Tōtara: Quinn – Whanaungatanga
Meagan: Meren – Manaakitanga
Troy: Francesca – Manaakitanga
Garden to Table:
Meryl and Kirstin continued their mahi with the ākonga (students) in Kauri for this exciting programme that runs every Friday. Check out what they got up to last week here with installing their tracker tunnels and making yummy muffins!
From the PTA:
We have our AGM next Thursday evening from 6pm in the staffroom. It would be great to see some new faces, so come along. We are starting to organise the Quiz Night for next term, so please save the date of Saturday 19th September for this. If you are quite good at event planning and are interested in being on the sub-committee to help with the organisation, please reach out to the team at pta@turitea.school.nz
From the Community:
- PNCC Library’s Children’s Zone welcomes author James Russell at 3.45pm next Wednesday 17th June at 3.45pm. He’s showcasing his new book ‘Marlon Foundling and the Circus of Lost Children.’ If your child enjoyed the ‘Dragon Defenders’ or ‘Children of the Rush’ series, come along and listen.
- The Ōpiki Home & School Committee is in their rebuilding era and are kicking things off with a Hoedown Throwdown on Saturday 27th June at the Ōpiki Hall from 7-11pm. One of the best things about being part of a cluster of small rural schools is the ability to support one another.
- The Manawatū Youth Theatre presents Beauty and the Beast Jr. which is coming to the Globe Theatre from 8th-17th July. This beloved Disney classic features a cast of talented local performers bringing the tale of Belle, the Beast and their enchanted friends to life on stage. Tickets are $18.
- Higgins Concrete are having a kids colouring competition to design their truck artwork. The winning design will be professionally wrapped. Download the form here and enter by 24th July.
- Manawatu Badminton Association has a Holiday Programme in the second week of the holidays.
- Kelly Sport also have their action-packed Holiday Programme full of sport, games & fun.
Term 2 Important Dates:
Here are all the dates for the rest of the term.
- Week 9 (Next week)
- PTA AGM in the Staffroom at 6pm on Thursday 18th June
- Mobile Library Bus Visit at 9.30am on Friday 19th June
- Week 10:
- Year 5/6 Interschool Ki O Rahi on Wednesday 24th June
- Hui Ā Kura at 2.20pm on Friday 26th June
- Week 11:
- Mid Year Reports Live in Hero on Tuesday 30th June
- Last Day of Term is Friday 3rd July at 3pm.
Kia pai tō rā whakatā (Have a great weekend)
Troy
principal@turitea.school.nz
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