13 Mar 2026

ATTENDANCE UPDATE *

WOW! A fantastic week for attendance this week!

Even one class on 100% for the week!

Awesome effort Te Paina School! A huge congratulations to the 23 children who received 100% attendance STAR awards today! 5 of them have won a lunch with Matua Adam next week!

Remember - if you want to be in the next draw to win a lunch from Matua Adam, you need to come to school every single day in Week 7, Week 8 and Week 9 and your name will go into the competition!

Have a great weekend whaanau!
Ma te wa,
Adam and the team at Te Paina

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11 Mar 2026

Morena all, 

Whaea Sarah's Whaanau Goal Setting Meetings will take place in Week 8 on Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th March. Times are now available for booking from 2:30pm to 5:30pm both days. 

If you have any further questions please contact Whaea Sarah directly - sarah@tepaina.school.nz

Thank you for your patience and understanding. We highly encourage all whaanau of this classroom to make an appointment to set goals and discuss the learning with Whaea Sarah. 

Ngaa mihi, 

Whaea Sarah - Tuatoru classroom teacher 

10 Mar 2026

Kia Ora Harakeke whaanau

 

Over the next few weeks Harakeke is lucky to have some exciting outings happening. 

ASB Polyfest- Wednesday 18th March

Harakeke students will be attending this year’s ASB Polyfest in Manukau with Whaea Bonnie. The group will depart from school at 9:00 am and expect to return by 2:30 pm. All students must wear their full school uniform and bring a drink bottle, morning tea, and lunch for the day. Additionally, students are welcome to bring spending money if they would like to purchase food from the various festival stalls.

Warriors have - a - go day- Friday 27th March

Harakeke students will be traveling to Bruce Pulman Park in Takanini for the Warriors "Have-a-Go" Day. They will join other South Auckland schools to try their hand at Netball, Touch, and Rugby League. We will depart school at 9:00 am and plan to be back by 2:45 pm. Students must wear their school uniform and sports shoes, and should bring a drink bottle along with plenty of morning tea and lunch. I am also looking for one parent helper to assist with transporting two students to and from the event—if you are able to help, please let me know.

 

 

 

9 Mar 2026

Details below of school fundraising. Please sign up and support. 

 

Our Fundraising Campaign Update

Total Sold: $558.00
Fundraisers Signed Up: 13
Active Fundraisers: 7 (Those with a purchase on their fundraising page)
Average Purchase Value: $26.57

6 Mar 2026

* ATTENDANCE FOR WEEK 5 *
Well done once again to Tuatahi for taking the lead for attendance this week! Well done Whaea Bonnie!

Please remember ATTENDANCE at school every single day is the most powerful way for tamariki to achieve the best results, as well as learning about consistency and routine. The more days off your child has, the harder it is for them to settle into school routines.

IMPORTANT - Please encourage your child to have something to eat that is substantial before coming to school. We've noticed a big spike in children's lack of preparedness for learning in the morning, especially when they haven't started the day with a good meal. Thank you for your support to help us ensure your tamariki have the best start to the day!

Have a blessed weekend whaanau,
Ngaa manaakitanga,
Adam and the team at Te Paina

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