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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
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Kia Ora whaanau
Just a reminder that we have our first houses Friday tomorrow, students are able to wear there house colours for the day instead of school uniform.
In the afternoon students will be participating in a range of different sporting activities so make sure students come to school with a hat and drink bottle for the day.
Ngaa mihi,
Team Te Paina
Kia ora Harakeke whaanau
Could all Harakeke students please bring their togs tomorrow.
Ngaa mihi,
Whaea Haley
Kia Ora everyone,
The first van load is on the way back from Paparimu School now. Due to having to do a second trip, the next load of kids won't be back at school until around 2:50/ 3pm.
thanks for your understanding.
Ngaa mihi,
Whaea Bonnie and Whaea Haley
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