Mini Gala for Christchurch.

The Earthquake Committee is a sub-committee of the PTA putting together a financial donation package for the children of Christchurch.
What an amazing job they did putting together this fabulous Mini Gala in such a short space of time.
The weather did not dampen the event at all as these pictures show.
In fact, I should say 'the weather is not dampening the event' as it is still going on as I put this entry onto this blog.
Happy children, happy families, happy teachers - a great community and a great school to work at... and it is so nice we can help Christchurch as we enjoy ourselves.

Black Day for Christchurch.

Our hearts really are going out to the people of Christchurch.
We all thought of them today being the Memorial Service Day.
I really think the National Anthem sent extra chills through us in assembly this afternoon.

Our Motuihe Island Trips

Both Junior School and Middle School have been to Motuihe Island this week.
Both days were as beautiful as Auckland is known to provide!!

One of our Learning Objectives for this study is:
Looking at Motuihe Island with regards to:
Earth Systems -

• geoshere [land] - beaches, cliffs, rocks;
  
• hydrosphere [water] - sea, water tower;
  
• atmosphere [air] - wind, breeze, clouds;
  
• and biophere [life] - plants, birds, insects.
  

We are now going to research the science behind these systems, write poetry about, write recounts of our time, produce some art inspired by the trip etc.
Every class will put their own spin on it and we always enjoy sharing our findings and our outcomes with our buddy classes.

Black and Red Day for Christchurch

Last Friday we had a Black and Red Day. We brought money to donate and we managed to collect just under $2000. It was fun all wearing Canterbury colours.

Swimming Sports

All three teams have enjoyed Swimming Sports and Splish Splash fun days.
Inter-school competitive teams were chosen at the higher levels.

Kiwi Kids Tryathlon

Last Sunday I went to the Weetbix Tryathlon at St Heliers. I thought the swimming was the best part because I like swimming in the sea.

By Chloe, Year 3.

This was my first tryathlon. I felt nervous and then I ended up having a lot of fun. I was in a team with Michaela. I love my medal but I was sad we didn’t win the school prize of $500.

By Meagan, Year 3.

This was my first tryathlon. My favourite part was the swim. The run was long. My bike was passing everyone. I would like to encourage you to have a go next year.

By Harrison, Year 5.