{"id":14736,"date":"2026-05-15T12:16:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T00:16:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.beckenham.school.nz\/?guid=cb23d1c4f9cf638668410306207ba496"},"modified":"2026-05-15T12:16:58","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T00:16:58","slug":"beckenham-te-kura-o-puroto-schoolwide-newsletter-ramere-friday-15th-may-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beckenham.school.nz\/index.php\/newsletters\/beckenham-te-kura-o-puroto-schoolwide-newsletter-ramere-friday-15th-may-2026\/14736","title":{"rendered":"Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto Schoolwide Newsletter, R\u0101mere (Friday) 15th May 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Principal's Update<\/h2>\n

Kia ora koutou<\/h3><\/div>
This week I attended some professional development where I was asked to reflect on what drains my optimism as a leader and what restores it. I was very quick to answer what fills my bucket - connecting with our staff and students.<\/div>

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We are incredibly fortunate to have such a wonderful school community, and I feel very privileged to be part of it. The care, commitment, and positivity shown by our students, staff, and wh\u0101nau every day make our school a very special place.<\/div>

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There is some important information in this newsletter, so I hope you have time to read through it carefully.<\/div>

Upcoming Reporting<\/h3>
As part of our ongoing professional learning, teachers have been developing their knowledge and confidence in reporting student progress and achievement against the Ministry of Education\u2019s new curriculum and descriptors for English and Mathematics.<\/div>

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This work has focused on making accurate, strengths-based judgements about student learning and includes opportunities for moderation through professional dialogue. Particular attention has also been given to identifying clear next learning steps for students.<\/div>

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In our next newsletter, we will provide further information about the new descriptors, what each of them means, and what our updated student reports for 2026 will look like.<\/div>

Book Character Day and Readathon<\/h3>
It was fantastic to see so many students dressing up today as their favourite book characters. Today\u2019s celebrations, along with the current Readathon kindly organised by the PTA, reinforce the importance of reading and developing a love of books.<\/div>

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The benefits of reading are well researched and documented. Research consistently shows that habitual reading, especially reading for pleasure, is linked to improved health and well-being, greater academic achievement, enhanced cognitive function, and even longer life expectancy.<\/div>

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Thank you to our PTA for supporting this wonderful initiative, and thank you to families for continuing to encourage reading at home. Keep encouraging your children to read, it truly makes a difference!<\/div><\/div>
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Digital Learning Survey<\/h3>
Thank you to the 130 parents who provided feedback through our recent digital learning survey. We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share your voice and perspectives with us.<\/div>

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Our first step has been analysing the information gathered. From this, the key message emerging from the survey is a desire for a more intentional, transparent, and balanced approach to the use of digital tools in learning.<\/div>

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Our next steps will involve completing a research review and gathering further feedback from both teachers and students. Following this, we will develop a pathway forward to ensure our digital learning practices are the very best they can be for our learners.<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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Ng\u0101 mihi nui,<\/div>
Cade<\/div><\/span><\/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>

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Upcoming Events<\/td>Term 2<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 20 May<\/td>Board of Trustees Meeting (5:30-7:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 22 May<\/td>Kahikatea Hansen Park Walk (9:30am-1:30pm)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 27 May<\/td>Year 5-8 South Zone Cross Country Event<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 29 May<\/td>Staff Only Day - School Closed<\/td><\/tr>
Mon 1 June<\/td>King's Birthday - School Closed<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 3 June<\/td>PTA Meeting (7:30- 9:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Thu 4 June<\/td>Trees4Survival Planting Day<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 5 June<\/td>Celebration Assembly (10:00-10:30am, Hall)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 10 June<\/td>PSC Artistic Gymnastics (Chch School of Gymnastics)<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 12 June<\/td>Celebration Assembly (10:00-10:30am, Hall)<\/td><\/tr>
Mon 15 June<\/td>Year 5\/6 & 7\/8 Canterbury Softball Sessions<\/td><\/tr>
Tue 16 June<\/td>Year 5\/6 Canterbury Softball Sessions<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 17 June<\/td>Year 5-8 PSC Cross Country Canterbury Zones<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 17 June<\/td>Board of Trustees Meeting (5:30-7:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Tue 23 & Wed 24 June<\/td>Learning Conferences (Tue 2pm-7pm, Wed 2pm-6pm)
School finishes at 1:45pm<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 24 June<\/td>PTA Mid Winter Breakfast<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 26 June<\/td>Celebration Assembly (10:00-10:30am, Hall)<\/td><\/tr>
Tues 30 June<\/td>Year 0-4 Cross Country Challenge (Zones)<\/td><\/tr>
Wed 1 July<\/td>PTA Meeting (7:30- 9:30pm, Staff Room)<\/td><\/tr>
Fri 3 July<\/td>Last Day of Term 2<\/td><\/tr>
Mon 20 July<\/td>First Day of Term 3<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/google-sheets-html-origin><\/div><\/h2>

Citizen of the Week<\/h2>

Kyle - Year 8<\/span><\/h3>

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Kyle, you consistently demonstrate all of our school values in everything you do. You show genuine kindness and inclusion in every setting, making others feel welcome and supported. You are a loyal friend with an honest and caring nature, and you approach every challenge with a positive, fun-loving attitude. Kyle - well done!<\/span><\/div><\/h2>

Nina - Year 6<\/span><\/h3>

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Nina, your gentle and patient nature makes you a pleasure to be around, and this shows in the culture you set in the learning space. You consistently impress by how you stay deeply concentrated on your tasks, showing a level of focus that leads to wonderful results while also bringing your fun and outgoing energy. You have a fantastic balance of personality and diligence; you should be very proud of your progress.  <\/span><\/div><\/h2><\/div>\n\n
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School Notices<\/h2><\/div>

Public Health Nurse<\/h3>
My name is Holly, and I am the Public Health Nurse for Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto. 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><\/div>
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Medication at School<\/h3>
If a child requires medication at school on a long or short-term basis, parents\/caregivers need to complete a medicine authority form<\/b> with Jacky, Alisa or Chloe in the office<\/b>. Procedures are followed to ensure that it is kept securely and administered appropriately.<\/div>

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Any medication that is required to be kept at school on an ongoing basis, expiry dates need to be checked regularly by parents\/caregivers. If the school notices an expiry date is due, parents\/caregivers will be advised.<\/div>

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Parents\/caregivers are asked to please update the school on any medical\/health information about their child by contacting the school office.<\/div><\/div>

Kupu M\u0101ori o te Wiki<\/h3>
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Kia ora koutou! This term, we will be learning a new Whakatauk\u012b (phrase\/proverb), an instruction or saying, and a Kupu (word) each week. Here are the last two weeks' new te reo we have focused on:<\/td><\/tr>
Give these a go! \"Nau mai te wero - We Love Challenge! He taonga te ako - We Love Learning!\"<\/td><\/tr>
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Mauria te pono<\/td>Believe in yourself and give it a go!<\/td><\/tr>
Whakatauk\u012b:<\/td>He rau ringa e oti ai<\/td>This means many hands make light work. So, let\u2019s focus on working together as a team!<\/td><\/tr>
Whakatauk\u012b:<\/td>Mauria te pono<\/td>This means to Believe in Yourself!<\/td><\/tr>
Saying:<\/td>Ka kite an\u014d<\/td>This means see you later!<\/td><\/tr>
Instruction:<\/td>Turituri!<\/td>Be quiet!<\/td><\/tr>
Kupu:<\/td>Manuhiri<\/td>This is the word for guests or visitors.<\/td><\/tr>
Kupu:<\/td>H\u014dtoke<\/td>Winter (season)<\/td><\/tr>
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If you are unsure of the pronunciation of a word, have a look at <\/span>Te Aka (the M\u0101ori dictionary)<\/a><\/span> <\/span>where you can hear how the word is spoken correctly.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/google-sheets-html-origin><\/div><\/div>\n\n
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The Sports Corner<\/h2><\/div>

Kia ora koutou,<\/h3>
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><\/div>

BTKOP Cross Country - Champions & Runners Up<\/h3>
Our school cross country was a fantastic success, with students showing determination, resilience, encouragement, and outstanding sportsmanship throughout the day. It was wonderful to see so many tamariki challenging themselves and supporting one another across every race. We are proud to celebrate the achievements of our Cross Country Champions and Runners-Up listed below \u2014 an incredible effort from all involved. Congratulations also to Fisher House, who took out the Inter-House Cross Country Cup this year!<\/div>

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Koru:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Thomas & Devon<\/div>
Runners-Up: Max & Izzy<\/div>

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Year 1:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Arthur & Tallulah<\/div>
Runners-Up: Rafael & Athena<\/div>

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Year 2:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Greyson & Erin<\/div>
Runners-Up: Max & Sadie<\/div>

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Year 3:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Hugo & Leah<\/div>
Runners-Up: Bear & Hana\u0113<\/div>

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Year 4:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Beau & Florence<\/div>
Runners-Up: Mason & Violet<\/div>

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Year 5:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Hunter & Amelia<\/div>
Runners-Up: Jos & Stella<\/div>

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Year 6:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Ethan & Laurien<\/div>
Runners-Up: Simon & Chloe<\/div>

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Year 7:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Haydn & Jayme<\/div>
Runners-Up: Lucas & Clara<\/div>

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Year 8:<\/b><\/div>
Champions: Zach & Laura<\/div>
Runners-Up: Ben & Misha<\/div><\/div>\n\n
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PTA News<\/h2><\/div>

Readathon - Thank you<\/h3>
Thank you for all your hard work on the Readathon! If there are any last-minute forms or sponsorship money to return, you are welcome to bring it next week - we still have plenty of bookmarks<\/b>!<\/div>
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Sponsorship money can also be paid directly into the account:  <\/div>
PTA-Beckenham Te Kura o P\u016broto 12-3148-0244558-00<\/b><\/div>

PTA Supporters Group<\/b><\/h3>
We\u2019re always looking for people to support our fundraisers and events, so if you\u2019re keen to get involved (but can\u2019t attend meetings), you can join our Supporters Group<\/b>:<\/div>

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https:\/\/m.me\/j\/AbZHV9B0zoVGvj0W\/?send_source=gc:copy_invite_link_c<\/b><\/a><\/div><\/div>

Help us tidy up the school grounds!<\/h3>
We would love you to join us for a garden and outdoor space tidy up (and BBQ!) on Sunday, 24th May at 10am<\/b>. Meet at Tree-mendous with your gardening gloves and tools!<\/div>

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BOT Update<\/h2><\/div>

Term 2 Policy Review Now Open - SchoolDocs<\/h3>
  1. Visit the website https:\/\/beckenham.schooldocs.co.nz\/1893.htm<\/b><\/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.<\/i><\/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>
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    ACTT Parent Seminar (Mandarin)<\/h3>
    Many children growing up in New Zealand today are navigating life between two cultures. This Mandarin-language seminar explores how parents can better understand \u201cthird culture\u201d children and create a safe space for communication and connection at home.<\/div>

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    Saturday 16 May<\/b><\/div>
    1:00 PM<\/b><\/div>
    Halswell Library<\/b><\/div>

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    Free childcare available for children aged 5\u201312. Please scan the QR code on the poster to register.<\/div>

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    Spaces Available at Pebbles<\/h3>
    Dear Families,<\/div>
    We are pleased to share that we currently have spaces available in our Kea Room at Pebbles Montessori Cashmere (26 Colombo Street)<\/b>, for children under 2 years of age.<\/div>

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    Our centre is open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:30pm, including throughout the school holidays. We close for a two-week period over Christmas each year.<\/div>

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    At Pebbles Montessori, we warmly welcome all enquiries. You can get in touch via the online enquiry form on our website linked here<\/a>. We would love the opportunity to show you around our centre, introduce you to our teaching team, and give you a chance to observe our Montessori philosophy in practice.<\/div>

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    If you would prefer to speak with us directly or arrange a visit, please feel free to call us at any time on 021 274 1967. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming your family to our community.<\/div>
    Kind regards,<\/div>
    Pebbles Montessori Team<\/div>
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