Term 1, Week 7 17/3/2025 - 21/3/2025

From the Principal's Desk

Kia ora Kotou katoa, greetings to parents and caregivers, 

Rippa Rugby

Well done to all the students and supporters who went to the Rippa Rugby at Te Aroha. Again a well run event so a big thanks to the teachers for organising. I enjoyed watching from the Silver Fern Farms Event Centre where I was doing some professional learning and development, but to be honest I spent most of the time watching the Rippa.

Hockey 

The Thames Hockey Association was so impressed with how well we did at the "Give It a Go day", that they will be supporting us to see if there is an interest in hockey this way and to possibly run some games on our turf playing against other close-by schools. Next Tuesday we would like to welcome and thank Laura Stephenson who is coming to teach us some more skills, and play some games and activities. If parents could ensure that their child has suitable footwear - covered shoes for the day. The students who have mouthguards and shin pads please also bring these.

School and Community Minivan

Our new 2025 Hiace Minivan should arrive around the 28th of July! Our fundraising efforts have started! Thanks to some parents and students who have already sold 230 raffle tickets at the Kabuta Fishing Competition. Below is the information in regards to the raffle, next week we will be sending home packs for families to help support the selling. If families also know businesses that the tickets could be sold at please let us know.

Future dates and events for term 2

We are already in the process of planning term 2. In term 2 we will be focusing on the "Cool Schools and Community" programme, This is run by the Peace Foundation. We have a Teacher Only Day on Friday 30th of May 2025. Parents and the community are more than welcome to join us, just rsvp to principal@whenuakite.school.nz

Thanks, Nga mihi Gary Veysi - Principal

Fundraising Support

Volunteer Opportunity: Fundraiser Coordinator for School Minivan Raffle

Are you a community-minded individual looking to make a difference? Our school is fundraising for a much-needed new minivan, and we need a dedicated Fundraiser Coordinator to help ensure the success of our raffle!

What’s involved?

• Coordinating the distribution of raffle books to families.
• Collecting and tracking returned books and funds.
• Banking the money (or passing it to a committee member).
• Following up on any outstanding books before the draw date.

This is a great opportunity to support the school, meet other parents, and play a key role in a fantastic cause. 

No previous experience is required—just good a willingness to help!

If you’re interested or want to learn more, please contact Tracey on 0274773350. Let’s make this fundraiser a success together!

Being a K.I.T.E Kid Awards

Certificates presented to: -

Room 1 - Elias Cooney, Mabel Drewitt-Fisher

Room 2 -Mila Gore, Roxy Dunn

Room 3 - Noah Probett, Emme Stephens

Room 4 - Lacey Fraser, Jesse Thomson

Room 5 -Ari Hopkins, Gavin Perera

Room 6 - Archie Ryan, Ava Smith

Room 7 -Jaxon Walker, Kassidy Corcoran-Hammond

Principal Awards -  Ana van Beynen - Outstanding attitude and skills in swimming.

                                       Maddie McLean - working hard to complete all work to a high standard

House Groups and Points

We now have our House Leaders in place and we have lots of exciting games and challenges ahead. They are ready to lead their Houses into the battle for the House Shield 2025!

Updated House Points

Rippa Rugby

Set up for the big day

Warm up time

Girls getting serious

Three man move

Soccer

MB Day Camp is just 5 weeks away and  we need for both Teen Leaders and Adult Helpers please. The registrations remain open till 13th April. Thank you for your help. All info can be found at http://www.daycamp.co.nz 

Now we are in need of registered Teen Leaders aged 14 - 17 yrs. These awesome young people receive leadership training on Monday 14th April, and then get to practically outwork the learning and teamwork over the days of Camp. We adults and the Campers love the Teen Leaders, for their energy, fun and care. Super citizens!! Best Team Cup and $$$ Leadership Sponsorship up for challenge for those who shine the brightest. 

We also need registered Adult Helpers - we are grateful for 1, 2 or the ultimate 3 days of Camp. We appreciate each one as they join our pop up community on a hill and shine 🤓💖There is no charge for Teens and Adults. 

Up and coming events

Week 8

Wednesday 26th of March - Board of Trustees meeting at school at 3.30pm in Room 6

Shake Shack Fundraiser

Week 9

Life Education Truck

Hockey Skills on Tuesday 25th of March

House Group Challenges - All week

Juicy and Moosie Fundraiser - $2

Week 10

Attendance and House Reward

Shake Shack Fundraiser