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Kia ora Mokoia whānau,
Welcome back to Term 4! It was wonderful to see all our students return on the first day, eager and ready to tackle the new term. The school has hit the ground running— or should I say hiking along the Tarawera Trail! Thanks to the generous support of Tū Manawa Active Aotearoa funding and Mr. Upston’s determination, every student will have the chance this term to step outside their comfort zone and put our school values into action by completing the Tarawera Trail. This week, P2 and K4 kicked off the challenge, and the photos are absolutely spectacular.
As we move through the term, there are a number of exciting events on the horizon. Here’s a quick reminder of what’s coming up:
Family Food and Fun Fair
Our students and staff have been working hard to create amazing items to sell at the fair, which will be a fun-filled evening for everyone. It’s a fantastic opportunity for our students to showcase their learning and understanding from this term’s inquiry theme: Trade. Be sure to come along and support them!
Te Arawa Primary Schools Haka Competition
Our Kapa Haka group will be performing at the Te Arawa Regional Competitions this term. They’ve been practicing tirelessly over the holidays and during class time to perfect their performance. We wish them all the best and can’t wait to see them on stage!
Rotorua Ahurei
Matua Hori has been working diligently with our Ahurei group, preparing them for their performance on Monday, 25th November. It’s shaping up to be an incredible event.
Te Hiwi o Toroa
We are thrilled to be hosting Te Hiwi o Toroa this year! On Monday, 2nd December, this event will bring together our East Side community to celebrate the schools from across our Kāhui Ako. It’s a wonderful opportunity to showcase unity and pride within our community.
Please make sure you mark all these important dates in your calendar, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Ngā mihi nui
Matua Rawiri and the “A” Team
We are limitless! We are passionate! We are Mokoia!
