From the Principal's Desk

Last Note for Term 3

Good afternoon parents and guardians

We have come to the end of a busy term - though we do still have one more important engagement, a quick celebration for one class in particular and a reminder.

The celebration:    Well done Room 4 on having the best overall attendance across the term!   Room 4 finished the term with an average above our goal  - they reached an amazing 94% average.

The engagement:  Tomorrow at 1pm we are hosting the Recognition Assembly. If you have not yet returned your invitation, it is not too late to come along and celebrate your child.  Simply call reception to let them know you will be attending.

The reminder:  School closes at 2pm tomorrow immediately after the conclusion of the assembly.

During term 3 the students and staff completed some fantastic original movies.  These will be shown at the Sylvia Park Hoyts cinemas to the students during the day (lookout for the permission slip) and there is an option for parents to purchase a $2 ticket to attend the evening show.  If you would like to attend this on Wednesday 13 November, then return the slip that will be sent out early next term.

Looking Ahead:

14 October - Day #1 of term 4 - and the introduction of new attendance expectations - basically your child needs to be at school unless ill.  If they are ill then let us know.

15 October - invitations to those who want to do Road Patrol in 2025. Constable Tieke will complete the course with the children.

From week #1 we will be having a focus on athletics  - mostly the track events.  Get yourself ready to outpull / outrun the staff!

31 October - a learning trip to the Auckland Botanical Gardens in Manukau - no cost

Every Friday is also Fundraising day.  From the start of term 4, BreakfastClub will be our next Charity focus.

Do enjoy the break with your children. Staff will be taking time out to refresh as well as complete all the planning for another full and busy term.  As this is alo the reporting term, please have your child ‘Ready for School’ to engage and complete the planned assessments.

We’re looking forward to the summer term

Stay well

Jono