Kia Ora, 

I am pleased to lead the Terrace End team as Tumuaki. Before my appointment at Terrace End School, I was the Deputy Principal at Linton Camp School. Outside of school hours, I volunteer as a referee for the Manawatu Rugby Union, go to the gym, and generally stay as active as possible. My wife, Tamzin, works at Palmerston North Girls' High School as the Head of Department for Dance. We have two boys, Charlie and Theo. Our boys keep Tamzin and me very busy with their sports and activities. 

Terrace End School has many great features that make every day at school exciting. The students learn in modern, well-resourced classrooms and have access to a large school field, fitness track, bike track, four netball and basketball courts, swimming pool and two playgrounds. In addition to these amazing resources, we have recently completed rebuilding the administration block, which means every teaching and administration space will have been renewed within the past seven years. 

Learning at Terrace End School is exciting as teachers always find new and exciting ways to teach their students. The school currently has two teams. The junior team caters for students in years 1-3, and the senior team caters for students in years 3-6. Students have a dedicated teacher who leads their whānau class. Depending on the learning purpose students work collaboratively with the other teachers and students in their team. It is a priority for teachers to ensure they know each child in their class well and provide a safe, calm environment so learning can take place. 

Terrace End School is well-resourced for learning across the curriculum. To enhance learning programmes, our junior and senior classrooms have a mix of iPads and Chromebooks that are provided to students free of charge. 

I look forward to working alongside you as part of the Terrace End School TEAM. 

"Whaowhia te kete mātauranga."

"Fill the basket of knowledge."

Warrick Price

Tumuaki | Principal

Being an active member of the Terrace End Team, I get to participate in many areas of the school. Leading the school in sporting activities is a passion because the TES Community get to have the opportunity to involve themselves and their tamariki in free swimming lessons at Freyberg, the Junior Netball League, the Six a Side soccer tournament, Basketball and Touch Rugby and Rippa Rugby. Our school's Triathlon, Cross Country and Athletics Day are super house events coordinated by a staff sub-committee. Leading these sub-committees is a highlight, especially working with enthusiastic others. Meeting up with families outside of school hours in quite different settings is a bonus to the position. 

My supporting role in networking and advocating for children and families is the best part of my position. It never ceases to amaze me how so many positive people go over and beyond to support others willingly. This part of my job also strengthens my desire to learn and lead more about Wellbeing in an educational setting and beyond. Within the School, I support the notions through our Kahui Ako (Community of Learning Network), which involves nine schools in the eastern part of Palmerston North.  

Leadership roles always require a great deal of decision-making and listening. So you can imagine some days are full on. Communicating our school direction is paramount to the success of our community involvement. Collectively, we strive to do this. 

Finally, working in an environment that values Trust, Excellence, Actions, and Manaakitanga makes every day sunny and exciting. I am very pleased to be part of such a ‘passionate environment’ that loves caring for and educating the next generation! 

Kris Funnell