Kia ora Parents and Caregivers
It was wonderful to see so many of you attend the final assembly yesterday. I said a number of thank-yous in my speech and I would like to mention them again here:
Our Children
I'm so proud of the progress you have made this year. Thanks for your outstanding behaviour and kindness towards one another. Farewell to our Year 6 children who are moving onto intermediate next year. Thanks for being excellent role models and best wishes for next year!
Our Parents and Community
Thanks for your amazing support of Onekawa School, especially during the challenging period of the pandemic. We are so lucky to have such a wonderful and caring parent community.
Team Pipi
Team Pipi is our awesome fundraising group. This year they have raised over $20,000 towards the development of our playscape - due for construction in 2023. Thanks to Tash and Kristin, our co-chairpersons for another successful year. A special mention to Sarah Knight, who has held several leadership positions on Team Pipi over six years and is leaving us at the end of the year. Thanks Sarah!
Onekawa School Board of Trustees
Thanks to Anna, Tracey, Sophie, Sarah, Graeme and Maree for your support and setting the strategic direction of the school. Your work behind the scenes is so important and highly valued.
My Staff
What can I say... I feel so fortunate to have the support of such a wonderful group of professionals. Thanks for your efforts and all you have done for our children. I feel so privileged to be part of such an awesome team.
We look forward to seeing our children back next year on Wednesday 1 February for the start of the 2023 school year.
Have a safe and wonderful Christmas and holiday break everyone!
Nga mihi nui,
Steve
