Kia ora e te whānau
Welcome back to Term 4 and to what is shaping up to be a very busy term indeed! Here is an update on what has been happening so far and what is still to come.
Athletics Day
What a fantastic day! It was great to see everyone giving the different events a go, challenging themselves, and showing our kete value 'We Love Challenge' throughout the day. From running and jumping to throwing, we were proud of the way the tamariki showed determination, encouraged others, and celebrated each other's achievements. Ka pai, everyone, for a great day of athletics!
Science
There has been lots of fun and excitement throughout the hub as we have been exploring the House of Science kits! Our team have had the opportunity to get hands-on with a range of experiments, make predictions, test ideas, and observe what happens with a variety of experiments, from wobbly jelly to sweet and salty cucumber. We have been looking closely at our results, discussing what we noticed, and reflecting on what we discovered along the way. It has been fantastic to see the curiosity, teamwork, and enthusiasm shown by everyone as we explore the world of science together.
Swimming
We are looking forward to our upcoming swimming sessions between 9–20 November! Swimming is a great opportunity for everyone to develop their water confidence, practice important water safety skills, and build swimming abilities.
A big thank you to all the parents and whānau who are coming along to help us during our swimming sessions. We really appreciate you giving up your time to support our learners and help make these trips possible. We couldn't do it without you!
What to bring:
Swimming togs
A towel
Goggles (if needed)
A bag for wet swimming gear
Please make sure all belongings are clearly named.
To help prepare for the lessons ahead, you can click on this link for a social story which outlines what is happening and includes photos of Parakiore Pool.
Staying Safe Online: Online Grooming
As young people become more independent online, they can connect and communicate with people they
don’t know. Often this is a positive experience, but sometimes your tamariki could be being groomed or
talking to someone who isn’t who they say they are. Netsafe’s advice explains how unwanted contact
works, including grooming and what whānau can do to educate kids.
Check out the link here.
From the Kōwhai team.