Huarapa1/2/3

Term 4 Week 9

We have moved....to Hikuwai

We will now be working from Hikuwai 4/5/6 for the next two days. Please drop and pick your child up from this space. 

Monday Water Fun

On Monday we will be having a water fun afternoon. Weather dependent. Please note that your child will need a rash top, or t-shirt that will cover their shoulders. This applies to both boys and girls. If they do not have a rash top or t-shirt to wear over their togs, unfortunately they will not be able to participate.  Also there are a few bees around, so if they have some spare shoes that are ok to get wet we would advise bringing these. Please make sure children's clothing is named.

School's Closed From Tuesday 1pm

Just a reminder that school finishes on Tuesday at 1pm after our final hui.

Books

Please keep a look out for any lost reading books and library books.

Term 4 Week 8

Books

Library books and reading books are now due back to school. If you could please have a look around home and bring in any books you may have to school by Tuesday please.

Giving Tree

We have a giving tree at school in the office. We would appreciate any grocery items that can be spared for donation to the foodbank to be placed under the tree for delivery.

Ararira in the Park

Well done to all of the effort and hard work put on from the children. They did incredibly well, and we are very proud of their performance as you will likely be too. Where the children were getting into their costumes, there has been a wee muddle up of uniform. Zach's school top has gone missing which is named, and another top has been returned that has another child's name in it. Likely a second hand top. If you are missing a top please let us know, and  if you could please check to make sure you haven't taken Zach's on accident, that would be great. 

Water Afternoon 

On Monday the 16th December we will be having a whole school water afternoon (weather dependent). If you would like your child to participate in this event, please ensure they have a change of togs or clothes for this. 

Moving Classrooms

As you will see, we are moving classrooms and the year 2/3 will be in Hikuwai next year. We will be making the move on Friday 13th. School drop off will remain the same for the day. Pick up on Friday will be from Hikuwai 4/5/6. These are the classrooms closest to the side field. The last two days of school, Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th we will be based in Hikuwai 4/5/6. Drop off and pick up will be in these classes. 

Last day

Just a reminder that our last day is Tuesday 17th December with an early pick up time of 1pm

Have a great weekend

Anna, Casey and Shelley

Term 4 Week 7

Ararira in the Park Information

The children have been working hard, and we are excited to celebrate their achievements at our upcoming Ararira in the Park show! We expect all children to attend unless there are exceptional circumstances that prevent this. If your child cannot attend, please let us know.

Event Details:

• Drop-off: Please bring your child to Huarapa 1/2/3 at 5:45 pm.

• Pick-up: After the show, children can be collected inside the classroom. Unfortunately, children cannot be picked up during the show.

Costumes:
Your child will need to wear clothes that are either black or white.

• Boys: Shorts and a t-shirt.

• Girls: Tops with a skort or shorts (no dresses, please).

Please use clothing you already have at home and send these in a named bag by Monday at the latest.

If there is something that you do not have, please ask as we may have some spare items that can be borrowed.

Here is a website with other important information. 

The THT will be holding a sausage sizzle on the night

Thank you for your support!

Library Books

This week was the last week for issuing books. Please return all library books next week. Our library day is Thursday. Thank you. 

Reading Books

This week is the last week that reading books will be sent home. We will still be reading as part of our structured litearcy lessons, however books will not be going home from next week.  Please return any books you may have at work.

Meeting Class Teachers

On Tuesday 10th December, children will spend part of their morning with next years teacher.

Last Day

Our last day of school is Tuesday 17th December. We finish at 1pm. 

Shelley, Casey and Anna

Term 4 Week 5

Ararira in the Park 

This is happening onTuesday 3rd December, 5:30pm to 7pm. More information to come.

Head Lice

There has been head lice in our space. Please check your child’s hair and treat accordingly. 

School Newsletter

Please ensure you read the school newsletter. There are notices in there regarding 2025. 

Classroom Release Time (CRT)

On Wednesday 20 November Shelley, Anna and Casey are on release, so our wonderful CRT teachers will be teaching in our space. 

Term 4 Week 3

On Wednesday 6th Shelley, Anna and Casey are on Classroom Release Time - so our lovely CRT team will be in.

We have another session of Korfball this week - to see information and photos for this from this week, look under the "learning" tab.

Our Writing report comments are coming out, please interact with these - we love knowing you have read your child's comment!

Reading folders are required everyday - please help your child/ren remember to bring these. 

Term 4 Week 3

On Wednesday 6th Shelley, Anna and Casey are on Classroom Release Time - so our lovely CRT team will be in.

We have another session of Korfball this week - to see information and photos for this from this week, look under the "learning" tab.

Our Writing report comments are coming out, please interact with these - we love knowing you have read your child's comment!

Reading folders are required everyday - please help your child/ren remember to bring these. 

Term 4 Notices

On Tuesday 15th October we are participating in "Save your teddy" day. We will learn basic CPR skills with Hato Hone/St John by getting hands-on practice with a favourite teddy or cushion - please bring a teddy or cushion to school on Tuesday 15th October. 

On Wednesday 16th Shelley, Anna and Casey are on Classroom Release Time - so our lovely CRT team will be in. 

Uniform for Term 4; A broad brim navy sun hat or bucket hat is compulsory in Term 4. Please make sure hats coming to school are named.
If for any reason, non uniform items are worn, such as long-sleeve teeshirts or leggings, they should be navy or complimentary to the uniform.
If you have questions about our uniform, please see our school information booklet on our school website.

Reading folders are required everyday - please help your child/ren remember to bring these. 

Term 3 Week 9 Notices

This week, Shayne from St. John's visited and talked to the children about what to do in an emergency. This included ringing 111 using a cell phone and how to put someone in the recovery position. Please ask your child to share their fantastic learning with you. You could also post a photo or video of your child demonstrating the recovery position on the Home Learning tab on Hero.

We also acknowledged Te Wiki o te Reo Māori, and Matua Michael sent home learning challenges through Hero. Your child has until this Monday to complete these challenges if they wish to.

Just a reminder—our Art Exhibition is next week. 

The dates and times are:

• Tuesday, 24 September: 3:00 – 7:00 pm

• Wednesday, 25 September: 3:00 – 5:00 pm

Term 3 Week 7 Notices

This coming week;

Tuesday 10th September is Classroom Release Time for the kaiako.
Thursday 12th September we will have the FUN RUN to be followed by a celebration of learning. Huarapa children will start their run at 2pm. You are welcome to come and watch and join us for a celebration of learning. The celebration of learning will be held in our class from 2.30 -2.45.
Friday 13th September is the THT hot dog lunch! Please order via Kindo.

Week 9;
Tuesday 17th, Wednesday 18th are School Photos

We have had a mini market in our class this week (see the Learning tab on this site for photos and info!), because we (Huarapa 1-6) will be writing about a market experience this coming week. If you have the opportunity to take your child/ren to the Lincoln Market over the weekend, please do - this will allow students to write from real life experience.

You may have noticed some comments starting to appear on your child's Hero account. Thank you to those parents who have interacted with these posts, it is wonderful to know you have seen these.

Thank you for continuing to send in reading folders - this is the best way for books to be kept in good condition for future use.
Also, thank you for sending in small items for sharing.

Term 3 Week 5 Notices

We will be having a cultural celebration on Monday the 26th in the afternoon for Inquiry. We welcome children to bring any clothing, costumes, or special items that represent their culture to school in a named bag. They will change into this clothing after lunch play.
To make this celebration even more special, we would love it if each student could bring a small plate of food from their country of origin to share with their peers. Please note that we have vegetarian students. If possible, kindly label the food that contains meat products.

Daffodil day is on Friday 30th August. Children are asked to come dressed in daffodil colours - green, yellow - and to bring a donation for the Cancer Foundation. 

In week 8, Thursday 12th September we will have the FUN RUN to be followed by a celebration of learning . Huarapa children will start their run at 2pm. You are welcome to come and watch and join us for the celebration of learning.

A reminder from the office about sickness; As per Ministry of Health guidelines, if a child has had vomiting or diarrhoea they are required to stay away from school for 48 hours following their last symptoms.

Thank you for continuing to send in reading folders - this is the best way for books to be kept in good condition for future use.
Also, thank you for sending in small items for sharing.

Term 3 Week 3 Notices

Can we please ask that items brought to school for sharing are small, and not too precious as we've recently had items go missing. We would like to be able to put items away in a locked cupboard. 

The DISCO is on this Friday 16th August, 5.30-6.30pm. Door sales only. Looking forward to seeing you there!

In week 8, Thursday 12th September we will have the FUN RUN to be followed by a celebration of learning . Huarapa children will start their run at 2pm.

Have you had a chance to look at our blog lately? We've been having some fun in our Hāpori over the past few weeks. 

Thank you for sending reading folders in regularly - this has been great! Please keep it up. 

Term 3 Week 1 Notices

We hope you all had a restful break, the children have come back with energy and excitement to see their friends again!

Upcoming important dates;
- Week 2, Friday is a non-uniform day fundraising for the THT. Look out for posters around the school.
- Week 3, the kaiako have Classroom Release Time (CRT) on Wednesday, Playhouse Theatre this week also (date TBC)

From Kaunuku;
Hot Chocolate Thursdays
Term 3 is back with Hot Chocolate Thursdays! 
Cost: $2.50 per hot chocolate includes one marshmallow (if wanted)

• Bring: Your own cup in a ziplock bag (to rinse and store it after use without any leaks)

• Order: Via Kindo by Wednesday evening, 5 pm sharp

• Serve Time: 8:30 am - 8:50 am in the school hall

Packaging Fundraiser
We’re excited to announce that there’s still time to participate in our packaging fundraiser! Kaunuku Year 8 students are raising funds for their upcoming camp to Wellington in November, and we need your support.
We’re offering high-quality catering foil and baking paper, perfect for your kitchen needs. Orders can be placed conveniently through Kindo.
Key dates:

• • Orders close: Friday, 9th August (Week 3)

  • Distribution date: Friday, 23rd August

All orders will be delivered to your child/ren.Thank you from the Kaunuku Teachers.

Reminders;
Please send reading folders in every day.
Library day is Thursday again this term.
Poetry books are needed on Fridays.
Please ensure students  are wearing correct uniform to school. Extra layers for warmth should be worn under school shirts please.

Term 2 Week 9 Notices

Thank you for a great term, and the huge parent turn out at interviews . It was lovely to celebrate the children's success with you.

Friday the 5th July is our Matariki celebration. We look forward to seeing those who can make it. Its a fabulous night of celebrations and community.

Friday is also dress up as a star for a gold coin donation.

Reminder no school Friday 28th June, enjoy celebrating Matariki with family

Term 2 Week 7 Notices

Important dates:

• Week 9 - Friday 28th June Matariki public holiday (no school).

• Week 10 - Friday 5th July Matariki evening celebration at school.

• Cross country date change- previous weekly notices mentioned this would be in Week 9 of this term. But we have decided to have this during Term 3 or 4 instead (for warmer weather).

Term 2 Week 5 Notices

Thank you

A huge thank you to all of the parents who helped us at swimming. We couldn't not have done it without you, and we apprciate you taking the time out of your day/s.

Important Dates

• Week 6 - Monday 3rd June is Kings Birthday (public holiday no school).

• Week 6 - Tuesday 4th June is a Teacher Only day (no students at school).

• Week 6 - Friday 7th June 'Movie Night'. Movie times 5-6.30pm and 7-8.30pm, more information to come.

• Week 7 - Tuesday 11th and Thursday 13th  June 'Learning conversations'.  You will be notified when you are able to book your spot.

• Week 9 - Thursday 27th June Junior Cross Country. More information to come.

• Week 9 - Friday 28th June Matariki public holiday (no school).

• Week 10 - Friday 5th July Matariki evening celebration at school.

Term 2, Week 1 Notices

We have loved welcoming back the tamariki after the break and hearing about their holidays. We hope you all had a fabulous time with family over the break. 

Thank you

A huge thank you to the parents who came and supported our trip to the air force museum on Wednesday. We had a fabulous time and could not have done it without your support. Thank you for taking time out of your day to spend with us.

Year 3 Marae Trip Monday

The year 3 tamariki have their Marae trip on Monday 6th of May. Can you please ensure your child has easy to take on and off shoes that are also suitable for walking. A full lunch box, water bottle and a jacket will also be needed for the day.

Year 1 and 2 Library on Monday 6th May

On Monday we will be going to the library as the teachers are on release Wednesday during our usual library time. If the children can please bring their books Monday to exchange. Wednesday the 8th the children will have a fabulous day learning drama, science and visual arts with their specialist teachers. 

Year 2 Swimming lessons

Just a reminder that the year 2 children have swimming lessons in week 3 and 4. This starts Monday 13th May. If you haven’t already done so, can you please ensure you fill out the following form. You do not have to do this if you already have lessons at Rolleston pool. Thank you

Week 11 Notices

It’s hard to believe that it is the end of term one! We have had a wonderful term and the children should be very proud of their learning and achievements they have made. 

Special Visitors

This week we have had two visitors in our learning space. Jim Manning, Police Education Officer spoke with the children about road safety. A big thank you to the parents who came along on our road safety walk. Jacob and Emily from Selwyn Sports Trust taught the children a new Taonga Tākaro (Treasured Māori Games) with rakau (wood). Please look at the learning tab on the blog to see our photos of learning in action. 

Year 2 Swimming

Early next term the Year 2 children will be heading to Rolleston pool each day for two weeks of swimming. This begins on Monday May 13 and finishes on Friday May 24 from 11.20am to 1.30pm. We still need parent helpers for supporting children with getting ready for swimming. Please contact your child’s ako teacher if you can help with this.

Swimming is part of the New Zealand Curriculum so it is expected that all children take part. The cost of the lessons will be $81.50 for 10 lessons. 

Air Force Museum

Just a reminder that we will be going to the Air Force Museum on the first week back at school on Wednesday 1 May. We just need two more parents to help on the trip. 

Year 3 Marae Trip to Ngāti Moki (Taumutu) - Monday 6 May

We still need a couple of parents to help on this trip. Parents will be required to say a short pepeha as part of the powhiri (welcome). We can help you with this but your children are somewhat experts on this!

A big thank you to the parents who have offered to go on the trips. We really appreciate your support and couldn't provide these wonderful learning opportunities without your help. 

Week 9

Road Safety with Constable  Jim 

The children will be learning about road safety with Constable Jim during the last week of term. One lesson involves the children walking on the streets of Lincoln and we would really appreciate parent helpers for this. Each class has a different time slot which is outlined below. If you can help please email your child’s ako teacher.

Tuesday 9 April

Huarapa 1- 11.10am - 12.00pm

Huarapa 2 - 12.00pm - 12.45pm

Wednesday 10 April

Huarapa 3 - 12.00pm - 12.45pm

Trips Next Term

Marae Trip - Year 3 Children

Year 3 children will be visiting Taumutu Marae on Monday 6 May for the whole day and we will need some parent helpers to come along and be a part of this amazing learning experience.

Term 2 Swimming Lessons - Year 2 Children 

The year 2 children will be participating in swimming lessons at Selwyn Aquatic Centre every day during 13-17 May and 20-24 May. We will need parent helpers for supporting children with getting ready for swimming.  The times we need helpers will be from 11.20 am - 1.30pm. 

Air Force Museum Trip

On Wednesday 1 May  we will be visiting the Air Force Museum and will require parent helpers from 9.30am - 1pm. 

We really appreciate whānau support on our trips and if you are able to help, please contact your child’s teacher. 

Email Addresses

shelley.smith@ararira.school.nz

casey.mcpherson@ararira.school.nz

anna.grigor@ararira.school.nz

Morning Bell

When arriving at school the music signals when whānau and tamariki can enter learning spaces. Just a reminder that children wait outside the office before the music bell goes. 

A Message form Teretere

Old school uniform (smaller sizes): We'd love any old school uniform you may be throwing out. We take these to our local pre-schools to use for 'dress ups'. Please give items to Nicky in Teretere or drop to the office. Thank you.

Week 7

Vests

For safety reasons, we expect that all students will wear a safety vest to and from school. Vests are no longer at the office however they can be purchased from The Warehouse.

Hero Posts

Please take time to read your child’s learning post with them when it is shared on Hero. The children enjoy sharing their amazing learning with their whānau. 

Mihi 

The children have been learning about their mihi over the last few weeks. A mihi is a Māori greeting which introduces yourself, your family and where you come from. You could ask your child if they could share their mihi with you. In the upcoming weeks we will be recording your child saying their mihi and uploading it on Hero. 

Footwear

We encourage children to wear shoes to school that are suitable for physical activity like sneakers. Please no wheelie shoes as they can be dangerous. 

NZEI Meeting - Wednesday 20 March

NZEI (Teachers union) is holding a meeting for its members during the afternoon of Wednesday 20th March and will be off site from 1pm. Members are entitled as part of their Collective Agreement to attend two of these meetings per year. School will remain open for supervision on Wednesday afternoon however there is an option for your child to leave school at 12.45pm. We would be grateful if you could complete the following google survey if you haven’t already. 

Reading Folders

Please remind your child to put their reading folder in their class box before school. This helps with quick and easy access when they are needed during the day.

Important Dates 

Easter holidays - The school will be closed on Friday 29 March , Monday 1 April and Tuesday 2 April. 

Friday 12 April - Last day of term 1. 

Monday 29 April - First day of term 2. 

Friday 17th May: Pink Shirt Day (gold coin donation to The Mental Health Foundation). Tamariki may wear their school uniform or something pink. The focus this year is 'Being an upstander'. More information can be found here. 

Please refer to the schools newsletter and the website for further information and dates.

End of Week 5

Wheels Afternoon

The children thoroughly enjoyed our ‘Wheels Afternoon’  on Thursday and we are looking forward to beginning our inquiry learning about vehicles. A big thank you to Brendon Johnstone who brought a truck into school for the children to explore. 

Important Dates 

Hui - Huarapa 1/2/3 are hosting Hui on Friday 15 March. 

Easter holidays - The school will be closed on Friday 29 March , Monday 1 April and Tuesday 2 April. 

Sharing

Please encourage your child to bring only one special item for sharing. 

End of Week 3

Whānau Evening

Thank you to the whānau who came to our school picnic and information evening on Tuesday.  It was great to see such a wonderful turn out.  Our google slide presentation has been embedded on our blog to read and for future reference. 

Conjunctivitis 

Just to let you know we have had some cases of Conjunctivitis in our learning space. 

School Values  Focus - Caring 

Over the last three weeks we have been focusing on our school value Caring. We have discussed different ways we can demonstrate caring by showing kindness, caring for our  environment and caring about our learning. 

Claire shared a kindness challenge in hui today which you might like to try at home.

End of Week 1

We have had a fantastic first week back at school and it has been wonderful to meet whānau and get to know tamariki. 

Learning Blog and Fortnightly Notices

Our notices will be written on our blog during odd weeks (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11) and our Learning Blog will be updated each week. Our Learning Blog will begin next week.

Important Dates

Term 1 Week 2: 

Tuesday 6 February -  Waitangi Day, school closed

Term 1 Week 3:

Tuesday 13 February -  School Whānau Picnic (times to be confirmed)

Friday 16 February -  Curiosity Clubs start 

Specialist Teachers

We are lucky to have visual art, science and drama specialist teachers coming into our learning space three times this term while the Huarapa teachers have release time as a team. The first one is this Wednesday and there will be two other days later on in the term. 

Library 

Our Library day is Wednesday. Our first library session is week three, Wednesday 14th February. 

Literacy 

We are beginning to set up our structured literacy groups and home learning (involving reading books or sounds), which will begin during week three. 

Poetry Books

Your child will have a poetry book which will be sent home in your child’s reading folder on a Friday and needs to come back to school on a Monday. Most Fridays a new poem will be glued into their book. The aim of poetry is to share an enjoyable reading experience together with your child.   

Celebrating Diversity

We have many wonderful cultures within our learning space. We would love to acknowledge different cultural events when they arise, for example Chinese New Year. Please email your child‘s ako teacher to share dates and events that you celebrate within your family. 

Chicken Pox

We have had a case of chickenpox in our hub and would like for everyone to be aware of the symptoms for the next few weeks. Please check the Ministry of Health website for further information.

Morning routine

This week we have been learning about the zones of regulation and different emotions within the zones. As part of the morning routine we would like tamariki to greet their teachers, put their photo in the zone they are feeling and place their reading folder in the reading folder box. 

Start of the School Year

Welcome to Huarapa 1/2/3! We are really looking forward to meeting your child on Tuesday or Wednesday this week and the school year ahead. 

Our focus at the start of the year is relationship building and tamariki getting to know new routines. 

Sun Protection

We are a sun smart school and tamariki are expected to wear a navy coloured wide brimmed or bucket style hat to school during terms one and four. Tamariki who do not bring hats will be expected to play in the shaded areas during break times.

It would be great if your child applies sunscreen before school during the warmer months. We have sunscreen available in our spaces which we will encourage tamariki to put on. If you prefer, your child can have personal sunscreen in their bag to apply when needed. 

Clothing

Please make sure you name your child’s clothing, sunhat, drink bottle and lunch box. It makes it easier to return items back to their owner. 

Emailing Kaiako

Please do not hesitate to contact your child’s ako teacher through email. We will acknowledge your email within 24 hours to say we have received it and will reply to your email within 48 hours. Our 'contactable time' is between 8am-5pm Monday to Friday. You can of course send an email outside of these times but we will respond during our 'contactable time.' However if the email is urgent, we will of course be in touch. 

Email Addresses

Shelley - shelley.smith@ararira.school.nz

Anna - anna.grigor@ararira.school.nz

Casey - casey.mcpherson@ararira.school.nz

Library day

Our library day is Wednesday. 

Morning Routine

When your child arrives in the morning they need to put their reading folder in their ako class reading box.  

Sharing Day

On Friday we have sharing time where the children will have the opportunity to share something in a small group. Sharing items could be a creation they have made, a sporting achievement, toy or talking news about something special. Sharing items will be placed in a container at the start of the day to keep them safe. Toys will only be brought to school for sharing  on a Friday as they can be lost or damaged. 

Class Toys - Milo, Lia and Kuwi 

Each ako class has a special class toy which goes home on a Friday and is brought back the following week. The children will have the opportunity to draw a picture and write about their experience with their class toy. More information is written in the book that goes home with either Milo, Lia or Kuwi. 

Mihi Whakatau

On Friday 2 February at 9.15am we will be having our Mihi Whakatau to welcome new whānau and kaiako to our school.