Term 2

Learning Conferences Thank you so much for taking the time to come to school to celebrate your child’s learning last week. We were all highly impressed with how the children were able to articulate their learning and their ability to identify their next steps. We really appreciate having such a supportive parent community as it gives us the opportunity to work together and most importantly celebrate student success. Home Learning This term there are two ‘must dos’ which the children need to complete each every week in conjunction with one choice from the learning grid. Each week the children will be given 5 words to learn and they need use these words in 5 sentences. Home reading is a key part of our home learning to and we would love your support to ensure that reading takes place every night at home. If you could ensure your child either read their class reading book or a personal choice (15mins) and sign the reading log, we would really appreciate it! If you have any questions related to Home Learning, please feel free to discuss this with your class teacher. Inquiry This term we are conducting an inquiry with the children based on materials and how different material are used for specific purposes. As there are many changes happening in our school environment, each class will be exploring how they can make a difference to enhance our school environment and/or playgrounds. Art Exhibition At the end of this term there will be a school art exhibition which is held in the hall. Keep an eye out in the school newsletters for dates and times. Santa Maria visits This term we will be continuing our visits to Santa Maria Rest Home on Wednesday mornings. Each class has been given a date for their visit . If you are able to assist your child’s class with this visit, please contact your class teacher. 5th June – Room 5 12th June– Room 6 19th June—Room 7 26th June– Room 8 3 July—Room 9 Fun run At the moment the children are working on setting personal goals related to personal fitness. After seeing the Year 5-8 children participate in the school Cross Country, we are planning to hold a Junior Whanau Fun Run. A notice with the day and times will come home shortly. Team pride assembly We will be hosting the full school PRIDE assembly on Friday 28th June at 10:00am. You are most welcome to come along to see what we have been up to!