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ABOUT USNestled in a pretty valley close to Mercer village, approx 3 kilometres from SH1, Te Paina Primary School is situated in a picturesque rural setting. |
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Kia Ora, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, Malo e lelei and warm greetings to you all.
My name is Adam Tamariki and I am very proud to be serving as the Principal of Te Paina School. We are an amazing Year 1-8 rural school situated in the heart of the Mercer community. We have a fantastic team who are passionate about our tamariki and making learning fun and engaging. Our akonga are actively engaged in their learning journey. We encourage our students to explore, discover and lead their learning through hands on experiences and a range of learning opportunities. Please come and visit us at Te Paina. We would very much love to have you be a part of our learning community here at Te Paina School.
Adam Tamariki
Principal | Tumuaki
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Kia Ora whaanau,
Our Two-Minute Tuesdays are back with some great Online Safety tips for parents and whaanau.
Here is this week's instalment:
https://mailchi.mp/b963150433d6/adminourkidsonlineinfo-16724843?e=716c270dc5
Have a great day!
Team Te Paina
Kia Ora whaanau,
Our mates at Mangatawhiri School are selling corn to help fundraise. Check out the poster for more information.
Ngaa mihi,
Team Te Paina
Kia Ora Te Paina whaanau,
REMINDERS - Week 2 coming up!
No School tomorrow - Waitangi Day Public Holiday so school is closed.
NEWSLETTER T1W1 - This is live on Skool Loop and has been emailed/ posted to Facebook - please read! Esepcially announcement for Year 4-8 Camp in Week 1 of Term 2!
Sun hats every day, sun block on in the morning and water bottles to refill each day.
Dollar for Schools - You can order sushi for school lunches every Wednesday. Go to dollarforschools.co.nz and search for Te Paina.
Fruit in Schools will start this week
Year 7-8 Technology will start in Week 3 on Monday 16th February. Whaea Haley will send reminders.
Stationery and Uniforms - Available at the school office for payments. Deposit in school account is available as well.
That's all for now - Have a lovely long weekend everyone!
Ngaa manaakitanga,
Adam and the team at Te Paina
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