Senior Athletics Day! The students were excited to get the games rolling. Competing against other houses and winning points for the team. Regardless of the weather, the children were determined to get this day on its way!

A large team game played between 2 teams, kioma and taniwha on a large circular field. Based on the Purakau (legend) of Rahitutakahina and the rescue of his wife Tiarakurapakewai. The tākaro is a reflection of Tupuna story telling at its best, as well as provides an insight into the way in which they would explain and design Tākaro to reflect their unique "world view". The Papa Tākaro (field) layout of Ki o Rahi and the way the Tākaro is played is a perfect example of this.

Wow! Celebrating "Book Week" was a great idea to get the children interacting and reading popular books. And to finish off, our students dressed up as a character of their choosen book! Tauke Room 9!

Yay! We finally completed our Mary Rosary and the whole school get to celebrate PB4L with a reward. A fun day of water sports and games enjoyed by all!

Room 9 Students are busy planning and preparing to sell our products for the Common Good on Wednesday 30 November, 2022. We are fundraising money to support our local charities. All funds raised will go to support Tiritiri Matangi, Catholic Caring Foundation and St Vinnies.

Today Room 9 enjoyed their very first swimming lesson for Term 3. All students were excited to get started and enjoy the heated pool while learning valuable skills from their swimming instructor. Well done Room 9! Great start for Term 3.

LC4 & LC5 were entertained by the STRIKE Drumming Group who have been on tour all over the world and wanted to share their talent and skills to the students. Our LC4 Teachers Miss Keogh and Mr Cawley even had a break off challenge against each other to see who was the best drummer!

Students are learning about the weather and seasons this term. Children are enjoying asking and replying in maori questions about the weather.

Students have extended their learning and are able to korero in maori the day, the month, the date, the weather and season. Te mutunga ke o te pai!!!

LC4 Assembly was lead by Mr Cawley and Room 8 Students. Students from each class showed their Mary Values and Virtues as our coming together to celebrate. Showing Mary's Value Compassionate and Mary's Virtues were Love, Kindness and Forgiveness. Students showcased their talents with song, dance and even poetry.

Recently we celebrated our childrens amazing talents in the Art Exhibition. Displaying all sorts of creative art from 3D Clay Sculptures, Paintings, Pastels, Wire Sculptures and beautiful pictures of different techniques and skills displayed on our exhibition walls. Not to forget the auctioning of our Classroom Canvas which was collaboratively done and prepared by the students.

Te mutunga kē o te pai! Absolutely wonderful!

Learning Community 4 celebrated our very first Virtues Assembly in our new learning environment "Whare Manaaki" which use to be our Chapel. Room 9 had the honours of leading the Assembly for LC4. Our Mary Value was Obedient and our Virtues were Responsibility, Confidence and Truthfulness. A beautiful assembly showing our Mary Values and Virtues.

Room 9 enjoyed learning new skills about rugby and really participating and giving it a go. Coaches were really impressed how quick our students adapted to the game and saw some great talent within some of the students. Rugby skills were offered to our students twice a week which gave the students confidence. Great game of rugby!

The Samoan community were very proud of their children and the way they presented themselves during our beautiful Soul Buddy Mass. Students stood with mana as they showcased their tradition to the community. Great insight into Samoan Culture and gifts given to students to enjoy. Incredibly kind and thoughtful, beautifully presented.

LC4 had an amazing time during the School Fun Run Fundraiser. There were approximately 8 stations and at each station students had to participate in some fun activities. Parents squirted the students with colourful powder paint. Fantastic Day of Fun!!

Matariki signals growth. Its a time of change. Its a time to prepare and a time of action. During Matariki we acknowledge what we have and what we have to give. Matariki celebrates the diversity of life. Its a celebration for culture, language, spirit and people. Matariki is our Aotearoa Pacific New Year.

Tiritiri Matangi is an island sanctuary and one of the best places in New Zealand to spot rare and endangered native species. We were lucky enough to be able to enjoy the walks with an experience guide. Listening and showing these beautiful native birds up close. A great experience for our students and supportive parents.

School Charism consist of 5 elements - School Pepeha, Crest, Goals, Houses and Values. Students are able to describe, identify and explain in detail what each element is about. Understanding our Mary Values and the bible stories that truly connect with our school. The School Pepeha shows our Turangawaewae and acknowledges who we are as a school, as a community.

Room 9 Students were given an insight to develop a knowledge and understanding of the heritages of both partners of the Treaty of Waitangi. This makes it paramount for me, as a teacher, to provide a bicultural learning environment for our children.

Soul Buddies are Room 5 year 0-1 and Room 9 year 4-5 students. We come together to show kaitiakitanga and tuakana/teina by being good role models and showing the way to Jesus. Building good relationships that will enhance and grow their Te Wa at Sancta Maria Catholic Primary School.

LC4 celebrated a special liturgy for Ash Wednesday. Ash Wednesday is the beginning of a 40 day journey to Easter. We need to keep Lent alive in our learning areas during our RE time and let it permeate into everything we do.

Room 9 students enjoyed a variety of activities that have specifically been planned to grow students’ love and relationship with Jesus especially during this time of Lent. As part of our retreat day, children created a crucifix or lenten calendar. Reflective music playing in the background to help them to think about Jesus and his journey to Calvary.

Room 9 actively participated in a variety of interactive games. Games included eg: Run the Gauntlet, Dodgeball, Noodle Hockey, Inflatable, Paper Scissors Rock and Noodle Tag. A great way to start our Hauora Concept. Taha Tinana (Physical Wellbeing). Students had a magnificent day, full of fun, exercise and excitement!!!