Saturday Netball

Netball Champs! Week 4

L-R: Annabel, Pepe, Meliana (Year 7's)

SUSTAINABILITY - Week 3

T E R M 2

MUSEUM TRIP - WEEK 1.

Topic Studies about DINOSAURS

Looking at fossils

What's happening in Week 7?

Things happening this week:

Tuesday        Swimming at the Manurewa Pools
Tuesday        Reading e-Asttle test
Wednesday  Year 7/8 Cricket at Bruce Pullman Park    (Meliana, Heseti, Rita and Robert-John)
Thursday      Mangere Mountain Trip (9am - 2pm)
Thursday      Twilight Market (4pm - 7pm)
Friday           Manulua group of students to the Polyfest
Friday           $5 hot lunch for sale.

* Homework will be marked in Week 8 on Monday.

Week 6 "Cancel the Invasion" - Writing for the week

 A piece of writing describing the main character from our shared book. The students get to rewrite the story in their own words pretending to be the main character. They are able to change certain parts of the story.

Hi my name is Ash, I have emerged from Planet Z to investigate humanity authority.

I have traveled here with my beastly twin Giggy Z, joyful little sister Eaze and my unpleasant older brother J Money. We have a good bond together. We are an adventurous and fearless squad and we cooperate as a family.

When my brothers and I reached our destination we were really unknown. I looked really hideous to others because of my features. They are terrify young beings and adults. I am unsightly to these humans.

"Dear Mighty Leader, I have not gathered any statistics yet for my project, I will report to you with more information soon". 

Five million years later I finally finished my project about humans and I felt proud of myself.

" Where are my brothers?" I hurried off the bench and started to search for them. I raced to the UFO "there your are - naughty aliens". Back to Planet Z we go.

By Meliana (Yr 7)

Week 6 - Shared Reading

We love to do shared reading together as a class. We read a text from a school journal and analyse everything we need to about it. For example; we look at the vocabulary, figurative language used, the authors purpose, making connections to what we already know and what we want to know, predicting and visualizing what happens before or after in the story.

The story for the week was " Cancel the Invasion"

'We know the way' - Artwork

Having a play with some paint techniques.

Our final product for the hall display

Class item

We were on item for Whole School Assembly in Week 4. Here is our attempt of 'We know the way' from the famous Moana movie.

Introduction Letter to whanau

Mihi nui ki a koutou,

Welcome back to another exciting year here at Clendon Park School. This is a letter of introduction, as well as an outline of what you and your child can expect from being in Room 10 this year.

Swimming:

In Terms 1 and 4, we have swimming classes.  It is essential that your child bring their togs – otherwise, they will be put into another class for the afternoon, where they will have to write lines. If your child has a valid excuse, then all is well. They can accompany the class and just observe.

Attendance & Punctuality:

If your child is absent from school, you must contact the office to let them know the reason for their absence.  If a pattern of absence emerges, or if your child is regularly away from school, I will make contact with you to find out what can be done to help.  If absences continue, I am required by law to contact truancy services and refer it to them. Please ensure your child is at school before the 8:55 bell goes- so that they do not miss out on any important learning.

Homework:

Homework is given out every Monday and it is to be returned on Friday.  I do not accept excuses as to why it has not been done.  If it has not been done, or if I feel a minimal effort has been made, students will be required to write lines in their own time.

Dress Code:

Correct school uniform must be worn at all times.  No other colours are permitted.  Students are not permitted to wear bracelets or wristbands.  In Terms 1 and 4, it is also compulsory to wear a hat each day.  If your child is not wearing the correct school uniform, I require a note from home explaining why.

Bullying:

There is zero tolerance for any negative behaviour in and outside of the classroom. Each child will be ensured that they are in a safe, learning environment. You will be notified if your child has over stepped any boundaries put in place. School and classroom rules must and should be followed at all times.

As a teacher, I have high expectations of your child in order for them to be successful, life-time learners. I hope that we can work side by side to make this happen. We aim to achieve high standards, at all times.

I look forward to working with your child and meeting you at some stage throughout this year’s journey.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at school on 267 6671, extension 734.

Nga mihi,

Sarah Magaoa

Room 10 teacher – Years 6 - 8