{"id":14542,"date":"2026-03-06T10:27:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T22:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beckenham.school.nz\/?guid=9b763c5fa19e7df117bdb4317eaa6b23"},"modified":"2026-03-06T10:29:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T22:29:29","slug":"beckenham-te-kura-o-puroto-schoolwide-newsletter-ramere-friday-6th-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beckenham.school.nz\/index.php\/newsletters\/beckenham-te-kura-o-puroto-schoolwide-newsletter-ramere-friday-6th-march-2026\/14542","title":{"rendered":"Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto Schoolwide Newsletter, R\u0101mere (Friday) 6th March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Principal's Update<\/h2>\n

Ng\u0101 mihi e te wh\u0101nau,<\/h3><\/div>
Our PTA plays an important role in supporting our school. Through their work, they raise funds for key school projects and organise events that help strengthen the sense of community and belonging within our school.<\/div>

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Following the successful fundraising for our new turf (which will be installed later this year), the PTA is now turning its attention to the replacement of the shade sails over our junior playground. The current sails are reaching the end of their lifespan and need to be replaced to ensure our students continue to have a safe, shaded space to play.<\/div>

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There are two ways our community can help support this project. The first is to attend the upcoming MoveX evening session, and the second is to contribute to the Easter raffle. Your support of these events will help us move closer to funding this important project.<\/div>

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The existing shade sails will be taken down at the end of this term, with the new sails planned to be installed in time for the beginning of Term 4. This is an important project that supports the health and safety of our students, particularly during the warmer months.<\/div>

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Thank you to our PTA and wider school community for the continued support you show our school.<\/div>

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Details for both fundraisers are below:<\/div><\/div>
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Easter Raffle<\/h3>
The Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto PTA is excited to be running an Easter Grocery Raffle in Term 1, with all funds raised going directly back into supporting our tamariki and school initiatives.<\/div>

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We will be creating one large family grocery hamper along with smaller themed hampers - and we would love your support to help fill them!<\/div>

🧺 How You Can Help<\/h3>
We are asking each family (if you are able) to donate one non-perishable grocery item based on your child\u2019s year level:<\/div>

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\u2022 Year 0\/1: Small Easter treats (e.g. mini eggs, marshmallows, Easter lollies etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 2: Sweet baking items (e.g cake mixes, icing, sprinkles etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 3: Lunchbox snacks, biscuits & crackers<\/div>
\u2022 Year 4: Bathroom and beauty items (e.g soaps, body wash, hand wash, toothpaste etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 5: Breakfast items (e.g cereal, spreads, porridge, honey etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 6: Pantry staples (e.g pasta, rice, sauces, canned goods etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 7: Drinks (e.g juice boxes, cordial, hot chocolate etc)<\/div>
\u2022 Year 8: Other grocery items (e.g coffee, tea, condiments etc)<\/div>

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Donations don\u2019t need to be big - every little bit helps make our raffle exciting for the tamariki. We truly appreciate any support you can give.<\/div>

📦 Drop-Off Details<\/h3>
Please drop your item to the School Office over the next two weeks into the Easter box. <\/div>

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Raffle tickets will go on sale soon for wh\u0101nau to sell, with the draw taking place in Week 9 before Easter.<\/div>

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Thank you for supporting this PTA fundraiser - your generosity helps create wonderful opportunities for our tamariki.<\/div>

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Have a great weekend.<\/div><\/div>

Ng\u0101 mihi,<\/div>
Cade<\/div><\/div><\/h2>

Principal \/ Tumuaki<\/b><\/span><\/p>

Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto<\/b><\/span><\/p><\/span><\/div><\/h2>

Important Dates<\/h2>

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2026 Term Dates - Linked Here<\/a><\/h3><\/div>
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Upcoming Events<\/td>Term 1<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 11 Mar<\/td>School Photos (All Students, Except NE)<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 12 Mar<\/td>Kauri Team Mount Vernon & Waltham Pool Trip<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 13 Mar<\/td>Celebration Assembly (10:00-10:30am, Hall)<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 13 Mar<\/td>PTA MoveX Fundraiser<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 19 Mar<\/td>CJCA Girls Smash Cricket Festival (Yr 5\/6)<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 19 Mar<\/td>K\u014dwhai Scooter Skills<\/td><\/tr>
Mon 23 Mar<\/td>Canterbury Hockey Sessions (Yr 7\/8)<\/td><\/tr>
Tue 24 Mar<\/td>Canterbury Hockey Sessions (Yr 5\/6)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 25 Mar<\/td>Canterbury Swimming Event (Yr 5\/6)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 25 Mar - Sat 28 Mar<\/td>South Island School MTB Championships<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 25 Mar<\/td>Board of Trustees Meeting (5:30-7:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 26 Mar<\/td>Canterbury Swimming Event (Yr 7\/8)<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 27 Mar<\/td>Celebration Assembly (10:00-10:30am, Hall)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 1 Apr<\/td>PSC Huxster Mountain Biking Event<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 1 Apr<\/td>PTA Meeting (7:30-9:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 2 Apr<\/td>Last Day of Term 1<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 3 Apr<\/td>Good Friday - School Closed<\/td><\/tr>
Mon 20 Apr<\/td>First Day of Term 2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/google-sheets-html-origin><\/div>\n\n
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Citizen of the Week<\/h2>

Max - Year 8<\/h3>

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Max, you are an extremely positive and enthusiastic member of the Kauri hub. You consistently demonstrate the school values and you approach everything calmly and thoughtfully. You are a natural leader through your actions. Tino pai!<\/div><\/h2>

Corben - Year 6<\/h3>

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Corben, you are a wonderful friend and a dedicated, hardworking student. The contributions you make to our learning environment are thoughtful and genuinely valued. Keep sharing that fantastic smile and continuing to make our classroom such a positive, welcoming place for everyone.<\/div><\/h2><\/div>\n\n
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School Notices<\/h2><\/div>

Road Patrol<\/h3>
No matter the weather, our dedicated Road Patrol team is out there keeping us safe as we cross Sandwich Road. This week, they have had a refresher session with Constable Meg. They are doing a great job.<\/div>

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Please make sure that you cross the road at this designated space. Sandwich Road can be a busy place at drop-off and pick-up times.<\/div>

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We Get There Together.<\/div><\/div>
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Our School Timetable<\/h3>
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Time<\/td>Activity<\/td><\/tr>
8:30 am \u2013 8:55 am<\/td>Students arrive at school and prepare for the day<\/td><\/tr>
8:55 am \u2013 9:00 am<\/td>Students go to class, and the morning roll is taken.<\/td><\/tr>
9:00 am \u2013 10:30 am<\/td>Learning time<\/td><\/tr>
10:30 am \u2013 10:50 am<\/td>Play time<\/td><\/tr>
10:50 am \u2013 11:00 am<\/td>Kai time (morning tea)<\/td><\/tr>
11:00 am \u2013 12:40 pm<\/td>Learning time<\/td><\/tr>
12:40 pm \u2013 1:20 pm<\/td>Play time<\/td><\/tr>
1:20 pm \u2013 1:40 pm<\/td>Kai time (lunch eating), the afternoon roll is taken.<\/td><\/tr>
1:40 pm \u2013 3:00 pm<\/td>Learning time<\/td><\/tr>
3:00 pm<\/td>Home time<\/td><\/tr>
3:15 pm<\/td>Clearing bell rings (any children that are not collected by this time report to the office)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/google-sheets-html-origin><\/div>

Public Health Nurse Notice<\/h3>
My name is Holly and I am the Public Health Nurse for your school. The Public Health Nursing Service (PHNS) work with tamariki and their wh\u0101nau where health and wellbeing concerns impact on their home and school lives. <\/div>
Please contact me if you have any health concerns for your tamariki.<\/div>

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waea p\u016bkoro:<\/b> 03 383 6877 ext: 99628, 0272843397 <\/div>
\u012bm\u0113ra:<\/b> holly.cummings@tewhatuora.govt.nz<\/div>
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Kupu M\u0101ori o te Wiki<\/h3>

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Kia ora koutou! This year, we are embracing our te reo M\u0101ori, and will be learning a new Whakatauk\u012b (phrase\/proverb), K\u012bwaha (saying), and Kupu (word) each week. Here is the last two weeks new te reo we have focused on:<\/div>

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Give these a go! Nau mai te wero - We Love Challenge! He taonga te ako - We Love Learning!<\/div>

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Whakatauk\u012b: <\/span>Whakarite ng\u0101 kete m\u014d te haerenga! - This means filling our kete for the journey. Who knows where this saying can be found?<\/span><\/div>
Whakatauk\u012b: <\/span>Ahakoa he iti kete, he iti n\u0101 te aroha - This means it\u2019s the thought that counts. <\/span><\/div>

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K\u012bwaha: <\/span>Paia! - this means Awesome!<\/span><\/div>
K\u012bwaha: <\/span>M\u0113 he t\u0113! - this means like a boss!<\/span><\/div>

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Kupu: <\/span>\u0100e - this means yes.<\/span><\/div>
Kupu: <\/span>K\u0101ore - this means no.<\/span><\/div>

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If you are unsure of the pronunciation of a word, have a look at Te Aka (the M\u0101ori dictionary) <\/a>where you can hear how the word is spoken correctly.<\/div><\/div><\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Chicken Chat<\/h2>
Our silkies are settling well into their routine and life here at Beckenham Te Kura. They are well cared for and have an incredible roster of students who are part of the 'Chicken team' taking care of their cage cleaning and water\/feeding needs throughout the week. Monday to Thursday are timetabled 'chicken experience days' for the tamariki, and on Fridays, the chickens have a rest day. <\/div>

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Chicken fact ~ Did you know? Chickens can eat egg shells, and it helps them to lay more eggs!<\/div>
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The Sports Corner<\/h2><\/div>

Kia ora koutou,<\/h4>
This section of our newsletter will be dedicated to highlighting the successes and challenges our students are experiencing in sports outside of school. We love seeing our \u0101konga (students) showing our school values, especially We Love Challenge Nau Mau Te Wero in the community. If your child has had a sporting success that you\u2019d like to share with our community, please email me with a short blurb and photo to: kate.mcgregor@beckenham.school.nz<\/b> - We\u2019d love to feature it in our next newsletter!<\/div>

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Ng\u0101 mihi nui,<\/div>
Kate McGregor<\/div>
Sports Coordinator<\/div>

Embracing the Challenge at the New Brighton XRace<\/h4>
Last weekend, Jess and her Dad took part in the XRace in New Brighton, and it was an exciting day all around. Jess was thrilled to finish first place in her age group \u2014 a fantastic achievement!<\/div>

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For those unfamiliar with XRace, it\u2019s a family adventure race filled with mystery challenges and fun obstacles that teams must complete together. Along the course, Jess and her Dad tackled activities like a three-legged race (not easy when Dad\u2019s legs are so much longer!), crossword puzzles, piggyback rides, and plenty of running between stations. Most importantly, it was a fun and memorable day out for both of them.<\/div>

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It was also great to spot around half a dozen other Beckenham tamariki taking part alongside their adults. Seeing so many members of our community involved and enjoying the challenges was fantastic, and they were all clearly demonstrating one of our school values \u2014 \u201cWe Love Challenge.\u201d<\/div>
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Year 0\u20132 Touch Rugby: Beckenham Fire & Beckenham Sharks <\/h4>
Our Year 0\u20132 Touch Rugby teams, the Fire and the Sharks, have been having a fantastic time on the field! The tamariki have shown great enthusiasm, teamwork, and determination each week as they learn the game and support one another. It\u2019s been wonderful to see their confidence grow while having lots of fun playing touch rugby together. Ka pai to all our players! <\/div><\/div>
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Year 7 Relay Team Takes 1st at South Zones!<\/h4>
Congratulations to our Year 7 relay swimming team (Hazel, Harvey, Haydn, and Clara) who placed 1st at the South Zones swimming competition. This is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to their teamwork and effort in the pool. We are very proud of how they represented our school.<\/div>
I will share more results and highlights from South Zones in the next newsletter, so keep an eye out for those!<\/div>
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PTA News<\/h2><\/div>

MoveX<\/h3>
We're looking forward to seeing you at MoveX<\/b> next Friday, 13th March, 6pm to 8pm. We will have the place to ourselves, and the more the merrier (and more funds for the school). Grab your tickets here!<\/b><\/a> Just $20 for 2 hours jumping, bring friends and family. Supervising adults don't need to pay. <\/div>

Easter Grocery Raffle<\/h3>
The Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto PTA is excited to be running an Easter Grocery Raffle in Term 1, with all funds raised going directly back into supporting our tamariki and school initiatives.<\/div>

Drop-Off Details<\/h4>
Please drop your item to the School Office<\/b> over the next two weeks into the Easter box<\/b>. <\/div>
Raffle tickets will go on sale soon for wh\u0101nau to sell, with the draw taking place in Week 9 before Easter.<\/div>
Thank you for supporting this PTA fundraiser!<\/div><\/div>
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Entertainment Book<\/h3>
And finally now is good time to order an Entertainment Book with $30 coming back to the school for all purchases in March. <\/div>
To get your membership follow this link here.<\/b><\/a><\/div>
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Ng\u0101 mihi nui,<\/b><\/div>
Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto PTA<\/b><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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BOT Update<\/h2><\/div>

Welcome, New Board Member - Iwi Representative - Jess Tarawa<\/h3>
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Term 1 Policy Review - SchoolDocs<\/h3>
  1. Visit the website https:\/\/beckenham.schooldocs.co.nz\/1893.htm<\/a><\/li>
  2. Enter the username (beckenham<\/b>) and password (pride<\/b>).<\/li>
  3. Follow the link to the relevant policy as listed.<\/li>
  4. Read the policy.<\/li>
  5. Click the Start your review button at the top right-hand corner of the page.<\/li>
  6. Select the reviewer type.<\/li>
  7. Enter your name (optional).<\/li>
  8. Follow the prompts to show that you've read the topic and enter your feedback if you'd like to comment.<\/li>
  9. Agree to the privacy statement and click \u201cSubmit review\u201d.<\/li><\/ol><\/div>
    If you don't have internet access, our school office staff can provide you with printed copies of the policy and a review form.<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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    Community Notices<\/h2>\n
    (Notices placed here are contingent on space and do not reflect the views or opinions of the school.)<\/i><\/div><\/div>

    Speaking 4 the Planet Competition 2026<\/h3>
    The theme this year is based on SDG 2: Zero Hunger - Seeding Change: Feast for the Future.<\/b><\/div>
    Here is a link to the information booklet<\/a> which offers support in getting to grips with the theme as well as detailed requirements for the 3 sections:<\/div>