Learning to think, to do, to be
Ako ki te whakaaro, ako ki te mahi, ako kia ora ai te mauri
Our Vision: To provide a teaching and learning environment where of those involved: demonstrate respect, expect the best, achieve through opportunity, communicate actively & feel good and safe
Kia Ora IPS Community
As the first term draws to an end, we'd just to thank all the parents and caregivers who have supported us in any way this term. This could be accompany your child's class on a trip, coaching a sports team or providing transport, or manned our road crossings. We also thank the parents that take an interest in their child's learning and well being, discuss their day, sit and talk, make lunches, find their lost sneaker, togs or jacket and just being a mum, dad or caregiver. As I know being a parent can be tricky at times, especially as the days become cooler, motivation drops, routines change and getting the kids up and ready becomes that little bit more difficult. We appreciate all that you do as parents.
This week we farewell Sherryl Molloy from IPS. Sherryl has contributed so much to us and the wider community throughout her 33 years at IPS. She has held numerous positions, and has been the staff rep on the BOT for many years. She will be greatly missed, as her experience, calmness and expertise in her role as special education coordinator is outstanding. A special assembly and morning tea were held earlier this week for Sherryl and we wish her well for her retirement- safe in the knowledge she is just a phone call away.
We also farewell Karla Gibson from her role as a specialist ORS teacher over this past year. Karla has brought a wealth of knowledge and skills to this position and we thank her for all that she has done in her time at IPS.
Also this week, Mr Ben Kershaw announced he has accepted a position in the leadership team at Highlands Intermediate and will be leaving at the end of term 2.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Rachel Marshall- Smith, who will take over over Sherryl Molloy's SENCo responsibilities from the beginning of Term 2. Rachel has much experience in this role and we value her expertise in this position. We are also pleased to appoint Wendy Williams to specialist teaching role within our ORS programme. Wendy is currently at Stratford Primary, has strong ties to our school and community and will be a fabulous addition to our staff.
We also welcome Michaela Krook to our staff. Michaela will be part of our specialist teaching programme on Tuesday's and doing classroom teacher release. Michaela has done some class teaching this year and has made quite an impression with our students and staff.
Enjoy the Easter holidays, drive carefully and we look forward to seeing our wonderful IPS tamariki Monday April 29 for term 2.
Nga mihi
