Tumuaki/Principal Korero
Kia ora koutou,
We're wrapping up term one at Inglewood Primary School, and I'm so proud of our tamariki and the hard work of our staff.
Years 0-3 Highlights:
The newly installed water and mud play area in the Panitahi playground has been a resounding success! Our youngest learners have embraced the sensory exploration, developing their creativity and social skills while enjoying messy play.
Our new math resources engage our tamariki with mathematical concepts through hands-on activities, proving that learning can be fun and effective.
The junior swimming carnival was a hit! The focus on pool games significantly boosted water confidence among our junior students, setting a strong foundation for future swimming skills.
Years 4-6 Highlights:
The swimming carnival was a highlight, fostering teamwork and healthy competition.
Our Garden to Table project has blossomed into a culinary adventure! Students have demonstrated exceptional skills in harvesting fresh produce from our school gardens and transforming it into café-quality dishes. This hands-on experience has taught them valuable life skills and fostered a love for healthy eating. Many thanks to our wonderful support staff, Chad and Astrid, who share their expertise with our tamirkik.
Years 7-8 Highlights:
The Wellington camp was an excellent experience for our senior students. They bravely stepped outside their comfort zones, embraced new challenges, and created lasting memories.
The introduction of golf lessons has been a fantastic addition to our extracurricular activities, providing students with a unique opportunity to develop new skills.
School-Wide Successes:
The House of Science kits have ignited a passion for scientific exploration across all year levels. Students have been captivated by the engaging experiments and hands-on learning experiences, enabling a deeper understanding of scientific concepts.
Looking Ahead to Next Term:
We are excited to celebrate Puanga next term!. Further details regarding events and activities will be shared early in term 2.
Our dedicated kaiako are diligently working to implement the new literacy and numeracy curriculums, ensuring our students receive a high-quality education that prepares them for future success.
A Note of Appreciation:
I want to express my sincere gratitude to our school whānau and volunteers for their unwavering support. Your partnership is essential to our school's success. Also, a big shout out to our Parent-Link group, who have worked tirelessly to bring the ‘Movie Night” to our community. Please come along on Saturday to support this fundraiser. Finally, many thanks to the staff for their tireless efforts to ensure our tamariki are happy, connected and learning.
There is one week until the holidays, so have a wonderful break with your children. We look forward to seeing all our children back to school on 28 April.
Ngā mihi nui,
Juliet Vickers
Tumuaki/Principal
Hockey Registrations
Hockey season is fast approaching, we are hoping to register 3 teams for the upcoming season, player registrations are still open and we are still looking for players.
Year 3/4 - Mini Sticks
6 aside
Saturday mornings and early afternoon
Term 2 and 3 (13 - 14 week season)
8-10 players
https://www.playhq.com/hockey.../register/85a6a2-dd5fdb98
Year 5- 6 - KIWI STICKS
6 aside
Saturday mornings and early afternoon
Term 2 and 3 (13 - 14 week season)
8-10 players
https://www.playhq.com/hockey.../register/85a6a2-574f518a
Year 7-8 - KWIK STICKS
7 aside
Likely Friday afternoon/nights
Term 2 and 3 (13 - 14 week season)
8-11 players per team
https://www.playhq.com/hockey.../register/85a6a2-ded6974e
Dates for the season are as follows:
- Start of season Primary : Saturday 3rd May
- End of season Primary : Saturday 13th September
- Start of season Intermediate : Monday 28th April followed by Friday 2nd May
- End of season Intermediate : Friday 12th September
If you have any questions please email Liam.blyde@inglewood.school.nz
Panitahi Whanau - Progress Builders
Indi Soffe
For focusing really hard on her mahi in class and for always showing her REACH manners. Ka pai, Indi!
Pouākai Whanau - LawnRite
Jesse Reynolds
For being a lovely mannered young man who consistently models his REACH values and tries the very best in all that he does. Miharo Jesse!!
Waiongana Iti Whanau - Brine Fitness
Kolose Fruean
For being a role model to all students by consistently completing all assignments on time and staying focused on tasks. Your commitment to excellence inspires others to achieve their best.
Puke Haupapa Whanau - Durrant & Schimanski Ltd
Cane Joyce-Kennedy
For always choosing to do the right thing and show his REACH values inside and outside of the classroom, in his work and when interacting with his peers. Ka pai Cane!
Panitahi Whanau - Progress Builders
Zander MacDonald
For settling well into his new class and school at IPS. Welcome and tino pai!
Pouākai Whanau - LawnRite
Eden Costar
For being a role model to all. Your initiative and willingness to help / support others is an absolute asset. You are a star!
Waiongana Iti Whanau - Brine Fitness
Isabella Macilquham
For completing mahi to a high standard and showing great self-management in our classroom. You are a role model to others. Ka rawe Isabella!
Puke Haupapa Whanau - Durrant & Schimanski Ltd
Tamati Taylor-Johnson
For having a contagious smile and working hard on his maths. You have come so far, Ka pai Tamati!
Panitahi Whanau - Progress Builders
Madison Chilcott
For being focused on your mahi and being a positive advocate for our school REACH values.
You are always happy and kind to your friends. Ka pai Madison!
Pouākai Whanau - LawnRite
Cooper Hudson
For consistently showing dedication to your mahi while maintaining a positive attitude inside and outside the classroom. You are always enthusiastic about participating and
approaching challenges with a growth mindset. Ka rawe Cooper!
Waiongana Iti Whanau - Brine Fitness
Tegan Purdy
For being a focused and hardworking student who produces high quality mahi and is always kind to others. You are a fabulous REACH role model! Tino pai Tegan!
Puke Haupapa Whanau - Durrant & Schimanski Ltd
Charlie Ryan
For always giving her best during learning time and persevering through challenges.
ParentLink News
Movie Night - Inglewood Primary School ParentLink are holding an Outdoor Movie Night on Saturday 5 April. There will be two movies - 4pm Moana 2 and 7pm Top Gun Maverick. Food and drinks will be available at the event. Tickets are available to purchase from the school office by either cash or eftpos. Prices per movie $10 Adults 14+, $5 Children, $30 Family (2 adults & up to 3 children with additional child $2). The scaffolding is up and ready to go for our Outdoor Movie night on Saturday night! The weather is looking good and we can't wait to see you all here.
Tickets will also be available to purchase before each movie starts.
To make this event a success we need your help as the Parentlink group is a small number of people (only about 6 parents). Below is a spreadsheet with jobs and timeslots. If you can help, please write your name on the spreadsheet so that we are able to run the event.
Easter Raffle: Easter is nearly upon us again, and the ParentLink Committee thought it would be a great idea to hold an Easter Raffle, as the Christmas one is so popular. We ask that each family donate ONE Easter item to the Easter Raffle Basket. A box will be placed at the office for your kind donations. The more items we donate, the better the prize will be, and you could win. If you require any more raffle sheets, please see the school office.
Please like our IPS ParentLink page to keep updated with fundraising events and meetings.
This is a fabulous group of parents supporting our school.
HERO App - Student Management System
We are delighted to launch our new communication and reporting system, Hero: an online sharing platform with a complementary smart app.
https://our-hero.com/parent-guide
Hero allows schools to customise an online environment that enables teachers, students, and families to view and share content anytime, anywhere on any device. The software is secure, easy to use and brings together all school-related information in one place.
With Hero, you have the ability to:
Read and comment on posts relating to your child’s learning.
View information on your child’s progress & goals.
Read and comment on school notices sent to the class or groups your child is part of.
Respond to school notices such as surveys and trip permission requests. View school term dates and calendar.
Notify the school if your child is absent or late.
Navigate to other school-related webpages.
Customise your account by adding a profile image.
Select how you wish to receive notifications.
Learning posts combined with syllabus information and goal-setting will form an online report that is designed to build year-on-year.
Over time, you will have access to written posts, images, video, work samples, and helpful resources all in one place.
Over the coming year, staff and students will be posting rich content to our Hero software. We are looking forward to sharing this with you, including you in your child’s learning journey.
