PUKETE PRIMARY SCHOOL
NEWSLETTER
VIRTUES AWARDS
1 April 2016
Dear Parents/Caregivers
Congratulations to our Inter-school Swimming!
Well done guys you did us proud! (Please see Miss Herron’s flyer thanks.)
Ruru On Camp
Over the next week and a half the Ruru team are going on camp at
Waitomo. Each class goes for 3 days staying at the Rereamanu
Marae. The children will enjoy a range of outdoor activities
including abseiling, adventure caving, visiting the Waitomo caves
and a team building challenge called Quest. They will also learn
about the fascinating local geology. All the best campers hope you
have great weather.
Board Elections Coming Up
The triennial Board of Trustees elections are being held in June.
Every state school in New Zealand has a Board of Trustees that is
responsible for the governance of each school. Our Board has five
parent representative and these positions come up for election in
June. If you are interested in standing for the Board a brochure is
available from the office that gives detailed information.
Nomination forms will be sent to eligible voters shortly. If you wish
to check that your name is on the electoral roll please contact the
school office.
Gala – Saturday 9 April 10:30
Please support our Gala– bring
your friends and relations.
Coming Up Next Week
Monday 4th April – Room 3 and 5 go to camp
Wednesday 6 April – Room 7 and 4 go to camp.
Friday 8 April – No sharing assembly – getting ready
for Gala.
Saturday 9 April – Gala Day
Congratulations to the following students for their achievements
this week.
Room 2 – Caitlyn – Diligence
Always being an enthusiastic and motivated learner. You are
focused and diligent every day, and you can be proud of the work
you do. Your learning inspires us all in Room 2.
Room 3 – Emma – Excellence
Being a reliable, trustworthy and awesome class member of Room
3. You continuously show excellence in everything you do. You
are a fantastic role model and you always give any task the utmost
attention. You present your work to a very high standard and you
are willing to help others complete their work so they too feel
proud. Thank you a million times.
Room 4 – Kassy – Helpfulness
Being a wonderful help in the classroom. Every morning, without
being asked, you help get our classroom ready for learning. We
appreciate your help! Tino pai!
Room 5 – Phoenix – Confidence
Sharing your ideas and answering questions more willingly and
confidently. You are also showing a greater interest in learning
about the world around you. Ka Pai!
Room 7 – Zoe – Reliability
Being a reliable member of the classroom by stepping up
whenever help is needed. Thank you for giving up your time to
help others and for being a good role model. Ka pai!
Room 8 – Charlotte – Diligence
Always being an enthusiastic and motivated learner. You are
focused and diligent every day, and you can be proud of the work
you do. Ka pai Charlotte!
Room 9 – Abigail – Excellence
Being a determined Pukete learner and giving your very best in all
you do. You are demonstrating excellent work habits in the
classroom and have a positive attitude towards your learning.
Keep it up.
Room 10 – Carrera – Respect
Always using your manners in the classroom. Thank you for being
respectful to teachers and your friends. You are a delightful
member of Room 10.
Room 11 – Rowan – Perseverance
Trying your hardest and not giving up when learning new things.
You are cheerful and happy. We enjoy having you in Room 11.
Well done Rowan!
Room 12 – Amokura – Perseverance
Trying your best in everything you do. You keep doing an activity
until it is completed. Well done we love having you in Room 12.
Room 13 – Mikaia – Diligence
Always putting your head down and finishing your work to a high
standard. Thank you for setting a good example for everyone in
Room 13. You are a star!
things to take away from the game. I would like to thank Mr & Mrs
Wright for all their help. Lucas was player of the day for never
giving up on defence.
Room 14 – Bella – Caring
Being a caring and helpful class member. You always try your
best. Welcome to Pukete School.
This was the final round for the season. Many thanks to all the
coaches, managers and parents who have supported the children
throughout this round. We look forward to playing again in Term 4.
Room 15 – Rahera – Diligence
Coming back from Easter break with great determination and
energy. You have been a positive influence on the mat and have
worked very hard on your learning tasks. Excellent job!
COMMUNITY NEWS
Room 17 – Sofia – Excellence
Completing all work to a high standard and having a fantastic
attitude to learning. Sofia you are a great role model in Room 17
and a delight to have in the class.
Edventure
Holiday
Programmes
and
Camp
Edventure 4-day Camp - Sailing, Fishing, Tramping, etc. 8-13 yrs
26th-29th
April
$375
Edventure Everyday - Different themed day programmes 5-13
yrs 18th-29th
April $40/day
Edventure Outdoors - Fishing, Caving, Bush Walks, etc. 8-13 yrs
18th-22nd
April
$65/Day
or
$265
whole
week
Central Hamilton Location, Planned and run by teachers, OSCAR
available
Enrol online at www.edventure.co.nz or ph 021 0224 1576
Room 18 – Manae – Responsibility
Being an organised and focused learner. You work hard to do
your best work and are great at showing others how to be a
responsible class member. Ka Pai!
Found – Cockateal
If you have lost a cockateal please phone 8491449
Room 16 – Haylee – Enthusiasm
Being a happy and enthusiastic student in Room 16. You are
always willing to give anything a go with a positive attitude. Keep
up the good work Haylee.
Room 19 – Luke – Responsibility
Getting yourself ready for learning as soon as you arrive at school,
every single day. Well done for being a responsible member of our
class, I can always depend on you to do your morning jobs.
Room 20 – Anahera – Determination
Never giving up and always trying your very best. I am so proud of
your progress in math this term. Your determination is really
paying off. Ka Pai!
Room 21 – Hope – Friendliness
Being friendly to everyone at school. You always have a smile on
your face and kind things to say to others. You make Room 21 a
lovely place to be!
Touch 2016
Touch results from this week;
Pukete Lions played Templeview Jets and lost 5 – 2. Player of the
Day was Cohen for forward running and improving the game.
Pukete Pumas played TK Cowboys in the semi – final and the
game ended in the draw. It was an exciting game and all the boys
gave a 100% effort. Player of the Day was Akira. Unfortunately the
Cowboys scored the first try and went through to the final. Well
done Pukete Pumas you made us proud.
Pukete Jaguars won their semi-final but lost the final. They had 6
Players of the day; Tepare, Tyshon, Javae, Teariki, Nella and Tate.
Player of the Term for speed and attack was Tyshon. This was a
fantastic effort from this team who after a bad loss at the beginning
made it all the way to the finals. Well done.
Pukete Tigers played Nawton and lost 4 – 1 with Murphy scoring a
try. Luke was player of the day.
Pukete Cheetahs played Te Rapa Lightning and lost 8-1 with
Lucas scoring a try. Even though we lost there was a lot of good
Hamilton Brick Show 2016 23 – 24 April
Hamilton Boys High School - $5 entry – Money to Kids Ca. 10.00
a.m. – 5.00 p.m.