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Team Kaur Blog – Week 4, Term 4

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Team Kauri Blog Update

Kia ora e te whānau,

What an energetic and action-packed week we’ve had in Team Kauri! Our tamariki have been representing Beckenham Te Kura o Pūrotu with pride, creativity, and incredible determination across sport, the arts, and hands-on learning. Here are some of the fantastic highlights from around our team!

Year 5–8 Choir Performance

Our Year 5–8 Choir took to the stage on Friday, 6th November, delivering a wonderful performance. Their hard work, vocal harmony, and dedication during rehearsals truly paid off, and it was a joy to hear them share their musical talents with us. Ka mau te wehi!

Jump Jam Team Shines at Cashmere High

A huge shoutout to our dynamic Jump Jam Team, who recently competed at Cashmere High School! They brought absolute energy, sharp synchronization, and infectious enthusiasm to the stage. They represented Team Kauri and our school with brilliant sportsmanship and spirit. We are so proud of their effort! 

Zones Athletics at Hansen Park

On Monday of Week 4, our selected athletes headed to Hansen Park to represent Beckenham at the Zones Athletics competition. Facing strong competition from across the district, our students pushed themselves, cheered each other on, and truly embodied our "We Love Challenge" and "We Get There Together" school values. High fives to everyone who gave it their all!

Imagination Station in the Hall

On Thursday, 5th November, our school hall was transformed into a hive of innovation thanks to Imagination Station! Students got hands-on with creative design, engineering challenges, and interactive building tasks. It was fantastic to watch their problem-solving skills and teamwork in action.

Thank you to all our parents, whānau, and supporters who help make these rich opportunities possible for our learners. Have a fantastic weekend!

Nāku noa, nā,

The Team Kauri Teachers

Kauri Term 4 Week 2 Blog

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Kia ora koutou,

What a busy start to Term 4 in the Kauri hub! We have been very active practising for Athletics Day and completed the long jump and mid-distance competitions on Wednesday. All have been a great success! Congratulations to the following Year 7 and 8 students for their placings in long jump:

Year 7 Girls - 1st Clara, 2nd Jayme, 3rd Hazel, 4th Beatrix, 5th Lily

Year 7 Open - 1st Haydn, 2nd Harvey, 3rd Walter, 4th Louis, 5th -

Year 8 Girls - 1st Laura, 2nd Mia, 3rd Zaria, 4th Jessica, 5th Misha

Year 8 Open - 1st Zach, 2nd Thomas O, 3rd Ben, 4th Samson, 5th Daniel

In writing, we have been discussing and experimenting with scriptwriting. We will then take the skills learnt and apply them to our home group production scripts. We are at the very beginning stages of our Kauri Production. More information and dates to follow as we get closer to the performance date.

We had our speech finals on Thursday. Wow, we have many talented writers and presenters on our team. Students chose to write a persuasive or storytelling speech. Our judges were very challenged in choosing the winners! Congratulations to the following students:


Year 8: Max Potter 1st Place, Minah Malak Runner-up

Year 8: Pippa Chapman 1st Place, Paige Cowan Runner-Up

Technology: The students are now in their last rotation at South Intermediate technology classes. Please ask your child what they are working on.

Upcoming Dates:  Term 4

Week 3: Monday: NO SCHOOL (LABOUR DAY)

   Tuesday: Tech at South (8:30 start)

Tuesday: Start of our Financial Literacy sessions with ASB

Friday: Celebration Assembly (start time 9:40)

Saturday: Jump Jam Competition (Y 5-8) at Cashmere High School

Week 4: Monday: Year 5-8 Zone Athletics at Hansens Park (9:00-3:00)

Friday: Celebration Assembly 

Friday: Choir Music Festival Rehearsal (9:00-1:00)

Ngā mihi,

Hugo, Kate McG, Sarah A, Megan C 


Speech Finals

Term 3-Week 9 and 10

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Kauri Newsletter- its a wrap for term 3!!!

Term 3-Week 9 and 10

What a fortnight of amazing artistic, cultural and sporting performances from our Rangatahi. 

Choir rehearsal at Haeata Campus on Wednesday. Under the guidance of Megan Harris we have been practicing weekly as we head towards our big Town Hall performance in November. This rehearsal involved another 8 school as we rehearsed in sections. We had great feedback from other schools about the size of our choir and how well they managed themselves. This was followed up by a performance at our Assembly giving you a tiny taste of their capabilities.  Thank you Megan and Chloe Wilson for your continued work around this.

 



Po Whakangahau Performance at Cashmere High School. 

This event gets bigger and bigger! So good to see and hear our rangatahi competing with other schools in this annual event. A big thank you to Kate M for and Whaea Cath for working with our students and Kate McGregor for supporting the class swap so this can happen. Also Purau, we saw you sneak in at the back, thanks for continuing to support our rangatahi and kaiako. 





CSM Performance and our band at Assembly.

Fabulous performances by Kauri students who work hard all year on their music. Seeing our school rock band was also a treat. Thank you for sharing. 


Koru Games, Lincoln and Rolleston

Big thank you to Kate McGregor for all her organisation! We are super proud and lucky to be a part of this amazing event. Yes, it is about sport but our students learn soooo much more. Sportsmanship, dealing with problem solving (gear and hats forgotten), buses late. Fatigue, friendships  and frustration! Thank you all our whanau support those that can be at the games or those preparing their tamariki from home. 





















And the training....for Koru







Life Education Trust

Kauri learnt about reputation and what creates a reputation in these sessions with Harold and Kristy. We also got a look into Harold's secret room, shhh. 





Speeches, literacy. 

Not only in the public eye our rangatahi have also begun performing their speeches in class. This is a special treat for their kaiako to hear opinions, thoughts and research that our students are interested in. We appreciate the effort that our students have gone to and the bravery it takes to share in front of each other. 

Beckenham's Got Talent

We finish the last day of the term with some of Kura's talent in the afternoon. This is a great time to see the school work together. Thank you to all of our entries. 

Term 4, still to come

Speeches and finals.

Reporting.

A big walk up a hill!. TBC

Cass Bay.

Year 8, memories, photos and yearbook. Graduation and pool party.

Year 7, applications for leadership 2027

Choir performance town hall. 

Kauri Production. 



Enjoy the break ! 


Term 3, Week 8 – Kauri Blog

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Term 3, Week 8 - Kauri Blog

What a busy couple of weeks it has been in Kauri! We’ve packed so much into our days, from skiing and cricket to a fantastic performance at the Court Theatre, our school duathlon (and the Canterbury event), Koru Games training and a visit from the Life Education bus. In between all of the excitement, we’ve still managed to squeeze in plenty of learning, too! There’s certainly never a dull moment in Kauri, so here’s a look at what we’ve been up to.

Upcoming Dates

Term 3, Week 9:
  • Tuesday: Ohitahni Reserve Planting Day (select students)
  • Wednesday: CHOIR - Area Rehearsal @ Haeata Community Campus (select students)
  • Thursday: Pō Whakangahau Performance @ Cashmere High (Te Whānau Mahi Tahi)
Term 3, Week 10:
  • Monday: Long Jump practice at Hillview (all Kauri students)
  • Tuesday - Thursday: Koru Games at Foster Park / Lincoln University / Selwyn Netball Centre
  • Friday: Beckenham's Got Talent
Term 4, Week 2:
  • Monday: Year 8 fun and formal photos
  • Friday: BTKOP Athletics Day

Reminders from Kauri Kaiako:

  • Hats are required to be worn when outside in Term 4. Please take the time over the holidays to ensure your child has a hat. 
  • Year 8 High School - All year 8 students should now be enrolled into a high school for 2027. If you are needing support with doing this, please get in touch with your child's homegroup teacher or the office.
Have a lovely weekend and we can't wait to see your tamariki back on Monday for another jam-packed two weeks!

Ngā mihi nui,
Hugo, Kate, Sarah & Megan


BTKOP & PSC Duathlons

Over the last two weeks, we have had our school and Primary Sports Canterbury Duathlons. It has been fantastic to see so many students getting involved, challenging themselves and giving it their best effort. There were some impressive performances, with students showing great determination, resilience and sportsmanship throughout both events. We are incredibly proud of everyone who took part and represented BTKOP so well. A special congratulations to Zach who finished first overall for Year 8 Open.

Year 7 Open - 3rd Haydn, 73rd Lucas

Year 7 Girls - 11th Jayme, 22nd Clara, 68th Lily

Year 8 Open - 1st Zach, 6th Daniel, 11th Dylan, 20th Ben, 42nd Samson

Year 8 Girls - 8th Laura

Koru Games Trainings

With Koru Games in Week 10 fast approaching, we have already had two fantastic training sessions underway. We are so fortunate to have some incredible helpers and providers giving their time and expertise to help get our tamariki ready for the tournament. A huge thank you to Jacob from Kī-o-rahi Selwyn and Emma from Mixx Korfball, as well as our fabulous parent helpers Amanda, Roberta and Elise, for supporting our teams and helping build their skills and confidence.

The countdown to Koru Games is well and truly on, and we can’t wait for a fantastic week of competition, fun and plenty of Kauri spirit!











He Hura Kōrero: Court Theatre Performance

We were lucky enough to enjoy a special visit from He Hura Kōrero and the Court Theatre. The performance took us on a journey exploring the importance of precious taonga and the stories, people and connections that make them so meaningful. It was a wonderful opportunity for our tamariki to experience live theatre and engage with themes of whakapapa, culture and the things we value and treasure. We thoroughly enjoyed the performance and appreciated the opportunity to experience such a meaningful story right here at school.


Ski Trip - Mt Hutt

What a fantastic day we had on the slopes! It was wonderful to see our tamariki enjoying themselves, challenging themselves and making the most of the opportunity to get out on the snow. Unfortunately, the strong winds meant we had to finish up after half a day, but that certainly didn’t stop it from being a great day. A huge thank you to all our wonderful parent helpers and teachers who gave up their time to make the trip possible. We really appreciate your support!








Canterbury Cricket Sessions

We were lucky enough to have Dan from Canterbury Cricket visit us, with each class enjoying a 45-minute cricket session using the Smash Play format. It was a fantastic opportunity for our tamariki to develop their cricket skills while having plenty of fun along the way. There was lots of batting, bowling, teamwork and, of course, plenty of enthusiasm! A big thank you to Dan for coming along and getting everyone involved.




Life Education Bus (Harold)

This week, each class had their first session with Life Education and Harold. Our focus was on reputation and integrity, exploring what these words mean and how our choices and actions can shape the way others see us. It was a great opportunity for our tamariki to think about the kind of people they want to be and the positive impact they can have on those around them. We’re looking forward to our next session!

Competitive Jump Jam team

Our competitive Jump Jam team have been working incredibly hard over the past few weeks, and today they officially submitted their entry for Nationals! We are so proud of the dedication, teamwork and commitment the girls have shown throughout their preparation. A huge thank you to Kate Meder for all of the time, energy and hard work she has put into supporting and coaching the team. We can’t wait to see them take the stage!

Term 3, Week 6 – Kauri Blog

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Term 3, Week 6!

Tēnā koutou! This term has been a successful and busy term so far!

Learning this term

In Team Kauri, our tamariki have been immersed in a vibrant mix of creative art and rich literacy learning.

  • Art & Design: Students are exploring diverse visual mediums, experimenting with texture and technique through mosaic work, layered art, mixed media creations, and anime-style drawing.

  • Literacy & Storytelling: In writing, learners are developing their narrative voices and honing their storytelling skills, anchored by their reading and analysis of Whale Pot Bay.

This combination allows our students to express themselves visually while deepening their comprehension and creative writing abilities.


Cantamath & Beckamath

Our school’s mathematicians truly shone over two exciting weeks of competition, showcasing our core values of ‘We Love Learning’ and We Love Challenge’. In Week 5, students headed to the Horncastle Arena to take on the fast-paced Cantamath team competition alongside the impressive display competition, representing our school with outstanding focus and creativity. The momentum carried right into Week 6 with our very own Beckamath Team Kauri competition held in the school hall, where students tackled complex problem-solving with remarkable grit and teamwork. Both events were thoroughly enjoyed by everyone involved, highlighting the passion, perseverance, and sharp mathematical minds across our school!


Duathlon & Winter Sport

Our school athletes demonstrated outstanding grit and school spirit during our recent school duathlon event, representing themselves with pride and showcasing exceptional sportsmanship from start to finish. A huge thank you goes out to our incredible parents and whānau—we truly appreciate everyone who pitched in as track helpers and cheered our competitors on with so much enthusiasm!

As we reach the end of our Thursday Winter Sport program, we would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made the season such a success. A special thanks goes to our school sports coordinator, Kate McG, alongside all of the dedicated staff, student leaders, and parent helpers whose time, energy, and organization kept our teams thriving week after week.

Life Education Bus

During Weeks 8 and 9, our students will be visiting the Life Education bus to engage in an important learning sequence focused on Decision Making and Digital Citizenship.

As tamariki grow and navigate both face-to-face and online spaces, developing a strong sense of personal agency and self-awareness is critical. This programme will support students to explore two core inquiry questions:

  • Why are my reputation and identity important? (Understanding how personal values, self-image, and public perception shape who we are and how others see us.)

  • How do the decisions I make online and/or offline affect me and others? (Recognising the ripple effects of our choices, practicing empathy, and understanding accountability in a digital world.)

Life Education’s interactive sessions provide a safe, engaging environment for students to discuss real-world scenarios, build critical thinking skills, and practice making positive choices that protect their well-being and respect those around them.

How you can support at home: You can reinforce this learning by having open kōrero (conversations) with your child about their experiences online and offline. Ask them what apps or games they enjoy, discuss how they decide what is safe or kind to share, and talk about times they’ve made a great decision.

If you have any questions about the upcoming Life Education sessions, please feel free to get in touch.

Ski Trip Week 7
Team Kauri is hitting the slopes! We are planning an exciting day trip to Mt Hutt on Thursday 3rd September 2026. We are taking a bus and private transport up to Mt Hutt. Please ensure your child is appropriately dressed and present by 5:45am so we can leave on time at 6am.

Upcoming Events: Term 3

Week 7

  • Monday: He Hura Kōrero: Court Theatre Performance

  • Wednesday: Relationships & Sexuality Education Parent Evening - 6pm.

  • Thursday: Ski trip

  • Friday: Staff Only Day (No school)

Week 8 - We Care Week

  • Monday: Life Ed Bus Arrives & PSC Duathlon

  • Tuesday: Cashmere High school testing day

  • Wednesday: Cheese Roll - fundraiser

  • Thursday: Canterbury cricket sessions

  • Friday: Celebration assembly