It is time for you to tell us how successful our Year Books have been this year and any improvements we can make. Year Books have replaced twice yearly written reports. They are sent home each term and report on your child’s achievements over the term. Please complete the simple chart – children use this [...]

The new New Zealand teaching curriculum has arrived at school. Emily and Lynette are attending a course in Hamilton about successful implementation of this. Staff are beginning to use it as part of our Gifted & Talented contract.

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This week children are focussed on showing independence and initiative. Children brainstormed how the could do this at assembly. Ideas included – • Using the wheel of choice • Helping others in need • Thinking before I act

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This week we are focusing on respecting our property and the property of others.
Special attention will be given to those children who -
•      Return PE gear
•      Wear their own hat and do not touch others
•      Care for our school environment
Waihi East teaching staff have entered a 2 year contract with the advisory service developing Gifted [...]

Goal for the week is using our manners and being courteous to others. This is a value from our Charter. At Monday’s assembly children were very courteous. We look forward to hearing how children have met this goal at Thursday’s assembly. Congratulations to all our students for 100% participation in our Kool Kids Day.

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Our production has been totally written by children. It is a combination of 2 terms work. We hope you enjoy our performance at the Memorial Hall this Thursday at 7.00pm. A few reminders for children.
•     All children to hall by 6.40pm.
•     All children need a uniform top [eg school shirt or sports shirt] to wear [...]