Wow, what a fabulous start to the term we have had! We hope you all had a lovely break and have transitioned back into school routines.
Matariki
Mānawatia a Matariki! As a school, we celebrated Matariki together last Wednesday. It was a fantastic evening of connection, celebration, and fun, with activities running across the school for everyone to enjoy. A huge well done to all our Pōhutukawa students who performed - you did an amazing job!
Canterbury Cricket Sessions
For the next three weeks, classes will be participating in cricket sessions run by Canterbury Cricket. These sessions will focus on a range of skill-based games designed to encourage trying something new and having fun!
South Zone’s Basketball Tournament
On Wednesday, a group of Pōhutukawa students proudly represented our school at the South Zones Basketball Tournament at Hillview. Despite the early morning start, the students brought great energy and played exceptionally well! Well done to everyone who participated.
40 Hour Challenge
We are blown away by the efforts Pōhutukawa and Kauri put into this year’s World Vision 40 Hour Challenge. Collectively, we raised $7,564 to go towards communities in the Solomon Islands. A massive shoutout to Leo D who raised $535!! On Friday during Celebration Assembly, Beckenham Te Kura o Pūroto was presented an award recognising our fantastic efforts.
Here are some reminders as we head into a new term:
Mud & Shoes: Shoes need to be removed before entering learning spaces to reduce mud coming in from the fields. We really appreciate everyone showing "We Care" for our environment. Students are welcome to bring slippers to wear indoors if they prefer not to walk around in socks/bare feet!
Winter Sports: Winter Sports continue this term, with the final session taking place in Week 6. Please ensure students arrive at school in their winter sports uniform with all appropriate gear (mouthguards, shin pads, etc.).
Trading rules for Ooshies (Woolworth’s current promotion) in Pōhutukawa: Trading is banned during school hours. Trading can happen before and after school. Ooshies must be kept away in bags or placed on top of pencils as intended—not carried around during class. Trades must be strictly 1-for-1, and both students must fully agree. No Backsies! We will trial these trading rules, however if it does not work out we will remove Ooshies from school altogether.
This term is already off to a fantastic start, and we look forward to the next eight weeks of learning, fun and growth!
Ngā mihi nui,
The Pōhutukawa Teaching Team
Chris, Chloe, Rae, Nick, Kate, Laura and Megan