Our Stories

Today we wrote recounts. A recount tells about something that has happened. We are trying to include: who, what, when, where and why in our stories. We also try to write how we feel as well. Check out these photos of us sharing our stories with each other, then enjoy reading these recounts.

Last week I went tramping at Lake Daniels. I went across a rope bridge. It was bouncy. I went fishing. I ate a tadpole and a huhu grub. Then I went hand fishing. Dad fell in the water with his noodles. Then is was bedtime. The next morning I went surfing with Dad. There weren't any life guards. I fell off my surf board.
By Ruaridh

Last Tuesday I played rugby at the park. The people in my team are Amelia, Libby and me as well as some other people. One of the coaches was sick so my brother and his friend, James, had to coach. I didn't like that.
By Isobel

On Saturday I went to Korean School because I need to learn some more Korean words. I came from Korea when I was six years old. When I go to Korean School I do art classes and maths classes. It is a lot of fun. I start at 10 o'clock and finish at 4 o'clock.
By Won Jeong

I went to Neve's house and we went to Jellie Park. It was really fun. Neve did the mermaid jump and  then we went on the hydroslide. Then we watched people jump off the diving board. A big man jumped off the diving board and made a big splash. The splash went up to the lamppost and splashed Neve and me.
By Elspeth

Year 3 Student Leader

Rheubyn has been named as one of the Year 3 Student Leaders for the first half of the year. Congratulations, Rheubyn, we know you will do a fantastic job of representing us.

Rheubyn was also named 'Player of the Day' for his Touch Rugby team. Ka wani kei, Rheubyn.

This morning three more people were presented with their first Bronze Mathletics Certificates. Ka pai to: Daniel, Thea and Erin.

Term 1 Week 4

At today's School Assembly Jack was presented with a certificate.

Ka wani kei, Jack, we are proud of you.

This morning we also presented Bronze Mathletics Certificates. 15 people have received a Bronze certificate. The top scorers for Week 3 were: Liam, Sienna and Makahni. Ka pai!

Mathete of the Week Sienna

Harry and Ruaridh received a 'Player of the Day' trophy for their play in their cricket games on Saturday. Well done.

Touch rugby is on for two more weeks - the children were given the draw today.

Spelling: tonight the children have their first lot of spelling homework. We went over the expectations and tomorrow we'll check up on how we managed. If you have any questions, please come in and ask.

Remember to leave a comment on our work and achievements - we love reading what others think.

Week 4

Notes for Week 4:
Monday: School Assembly; Library - please ensure you have a reading/library bag in which to take your library book home.
Tuesday: Syndicate Assembly and Singing
Thursday: 5:30pm Fish and Chip tea at school (my apologies - I have Brownies)

Term 1 Week 3 'Star of the Week'

This week's 'Star of the Week' is George.

Ka wani kei, George, it's great to have you in Room 13.

This morning The Fantail Reading Group presented plays to Room 13 and Room 3. This group read the story 'Giant Soup' then they wrote their own plays based on the story. They were amazing! Ka pai to: Rebecca, Libby and Chris and Poppy, Makahni, Eve and Amelia. You are great playwrights and actors.

 

 

We have just started Mathletics, our web-based maths support programme. Last night three children gained a Bronze Certificate. Congratulations to: Harry, Makahni and Sienna.

Happy Birthday

Yesterday Conor was 7. We sang Happy Birthday to Conor and wished him all the best as a 7 year old.

Lachlan received a 'Player of the Day' certificate for his play at Touch Rugby on Tuesday. Eve received an Athletics trophy. Ka pai, Harry and Eve, we are proud of you.

Cricket Player of the Day

After Saturday's cricket game Jonathan was named Player of the Day for his team. He received a trophy. Ka pai, Jonathan, we are proud of you.

We enjoyed our first session of Run, Jump, Throw. We did some warm-up exercises before doing relays, running over hurdles and learning how to pass the baton without dropping it. Check out these photos:

Rata and Amelia M

George

Term 1 Week 3

At today's school assembly Xavier received certificate.

Ka pai, Xavier, we are proud of you.

A reminder about tomorrow: Please all bring sports/running shoes and girls wear shorts under your dresses.

Term 1 Week 2 'Star of the Week'

This week's Star of the Week is Lachlan.

Ka wani ke, Lachlan, it's great to have you in Room 13.

We've had a busy week working on our routines and getting used to the expectations of life in Room 13. We have been focusing on 'taking responsibility for my own belongings'. It's great to see the children carrying their own rucksacks and completing their morning routines independently. Thank you for your support with this.

We now have a selection of work on the the walls - our holiday recount, which we illustrated; prayers we wrote; shoes we designed - linked to our poem of the week Shoes; and a selection of 'Triple Star' (quality) work. Please come and look at our work.

Looking ahead to Week 3:

Monday: School Assembly at 12md in the church

Tuesday: Run, Jump, Throw with Anita from Sport Canterbury. Children will need to bring their running/sports shoes - they must wear their school shoes to and from school. Girls will also need to wear shorts under their dresses and they will need to take their dress off for the sessions.

              : Junior Syndicate Assembly and Singing

Wednesday:  7-7:30pm and 7:30-8pm Meet the Teacher in Room 13. If you are unable to make these times (e.g if you have 3+ children) I will be repeating the session at 3:10pm on Thursday.

              : I am on a course on Wednesday so will not be at school during the day. The children have met the reliever and I know they will have a great day with him.

Friday: Mufti Day - the Parent Council will be collecting chocolate items (as payment for wearing mufti) for their Easter raffle.

Have a relaxing weekend. I will see you all on Monday.

Room 13 Children

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Happy Birthday

Today we had our first birthday of the year. Libby turned 7. We sang 'Happy Birthday' and wished Libby all the best as a 7 year old.

Touch Rugby 'Player of the Day'

After yesterday's touch rugby game Harry was named 'Player of the Day' for his team. He won a voucher for Tothill's Mazes. Well done, Harry, we are proud of you.

Term 1 Week 2

At today's school assembly Rebecca and Eve each received a certificate.

Ka pai Rebecca and Eve, we are proud of you.

Notes:

Please return the information forms which were sent home last Thursday. If there are no changes to your detail, please note this on the form. 

Wednesday 13 Feb: Ash Wednesday liturgy at 11:45am in the church.

Wednesday 20 Feb: Meet the Teacher information evening, 7pm in Room 13.

Term 1 Week 1 'Star of the Week'

Week 1 of the new school year is now over. I am enjoying getting to the amazing Room 13 children. It's been great to meet you all as well. We have been pretty busy in class getting used to each other and our new routines. Everyone is working well together and helping each other. We have managed to get some of our work on the walls - some statistics (our favourite colours and how many people in our family). We have learnt a bit about graphs - ask your child about x and y axes. Also there are a few stories on the wall, with the rest to be completed on Monday. Come in and look at our work.

Each week we have a 'Star of the Week'. This will be someone who is focused in class, works hard, always tries their best, is able to listen and follow instructions, and is a positive role model. Their photo will be published on the blog as well as being displayed in the classroom.

This week's Star of the Week is Libby. 

Ka wani ke, Libby, it's great to have you in Room 13.

Room 13 Boys

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Room 3 Girls

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Day One 2013

Welcome to 2013 in Room 13. It was great to meet you all this morning. I am looking forward to getting to know you all and to working with all the wonderful Room 13 children.
This week will be spent getting to know each other and establishing routines. As well as the basics - religious education, reading, writing and mathematics - this term we will learning about Healthy Eating.
Please return the signed ETOC and ICT forms as soon as possible.
Keep checking this blog to find out what we are doing in our room.