Newsletter Friday 22nd May 2026

22/5/2027

Kia ora whānau,

It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into Week 6! The term continues to hum along nicely, helped by some fantastic weather lately and plenty of great energy around the school. Classrooms have been busy with learning, activities, and opportunities for our tamariki to shine.

Teachers are also beginning to roll out a range of assessments over the coming weeks as we prepare for mid-year reporting. These help us build a clear picture of each child’s progress, strengths, and next learning steps as we move through the year.

We’ve also got another busy week ahead with our PTA and Board meetings, assembly, and the upcoming Ministry of Education Curriculum Day on Friday. Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support of our kura and wider school community.

Ngā mihi,
Shane Burgess
Principal / Tumuaki

Ngaere Year 3-4 Netball Team

We’d love your support at our upcoming Ngaere School Community Working Bee. It’s a great opportunity to come together, pitch in, and take pride in our kura while spending some relaxed time as a community. There’s a wide range of jobs, so there’s something for everyone; and kids are absolutely welcome to come along and be part of it too.

If you’re able to lend a hand, we’d really appreciate it. Please take a moment to complete the quick survey HERE so we can get an idea of numbers.

POOL KEYS

There are still a few outstanding pool keys that have not yet been returned.  Could these please be returned to the school office asap.  Thank you.

Sticker & Label sheets are available from the school office or download from yummyfruit.co.nz

INFORMATION ON WINTER WELLNESS

Key Dates – Term 2 2026

MAY

• Monday 25th – PTA meeting, 6:30am – all welcome
• Wednesday 27th – BOT Meeting 6.00pm at school – all welcome
• Thursday 28th –  School Assembly 9am in the Hall
• Friday 29th – NO SCHOOL Teachers Only Day

JUNE

• Monday 01st – Kings Birthday – No School
• Friday 05th – Raise the Roof Mufti Day – Movie Theme
• Sunday 07th – Community Working Bee at School 10am-4pm – Everyone Welcome
• Wednesday 10th  – Year 1-2 Midhirst Play Day
• Wednesday 10th – BOT Meeting 6pm at school – all welcome
• Friday 12th – Bookclub Issue 4 Orders and Money Due
• Monday 15th – Jones Cup @ Toko
• Wednesday 17th – Jones Cup Postponement Day
• Friday 19th – School Assembly 9am in the Hall
• Tuesday 23rd – Pizza Orders & Money Due

JULY

• Wednesday 01st – Paunga Breakfast at school
• Friday 03rd – School Assembly 9am
• Friday 03rd – LAST DAY OF TERM  2
• Monday 20th – First Day of Term 3

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Rotokare Education News

The Hawera BMX Club would love your support in helping us encourage more local girls to give BMX a go.

These FREE sessions are designed to be fun, welcoming, and pressure-free for girls wanting to try something new, make friends, and build confidence on bikes. No BMX experience is needed, and girls are welcome to come along just for a try.

The sessions are focused on:

• Having fun
• Building confidence
• Meeting new friends
• Encouraging participation in sport and physical activity

We aim to create a supportive environment where girls can simply come and have a go.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

Kind Regards | Ngā Mihi,

Cushla Fevre
Secretary
Hawera BMX Club
P: 027 554 0656
E: hawerabmx@gmail.com