Change

We are now starting to look at the concept of change and the feelings that can be associated with change. Students looked at changes that can occur in their own lives. Our next step is to understand these emotions and look at how we cope with them. 

Fractions!

In Erudite we are learning all about fractions. 

Doodle For Google

Our class is participating in the Doodle For Google competition. The topic this year is "If I could travel back in time I would..." Everyone has great ideas and I am very excited to see everyone's finished drawings.

Rob Thorne

We had the wonderful Rob Thorne visit our class on Wednesday to teach us about Maori instruments and Matariki. Rob is so passionate about his heritage and it was a truly special experience having him share his life and passion with us! 

Star Dome

We had a wonderful visit today from the Star Dome. We got to see our night sky from the comfort of our school hall. 

Balls on the Ground

Lyrics to Mr Doody's and Mr Jenkin's song...


See I have a problem
That needs a solution, YeahTo many bleeding nosesand not enough tissuesNot enough Office LadiesTo treat the wounded studentsBroken Glass, There goes my pocket money.

KEEP THE BALLS ON THE GROUNDBALLS ON THE GROUNDWHEN YOUR PLAYING ON THE TURFKEEP THE BALLS ON THE GROUND  (x4)

During our Breaktime its fun to kick the ball aroundBut please double checkyou aim it at the groundWhen you act with integrityeveryone will be safeand grumpy old teacherswill not be on your case.

Freestyle KEEP THE BALLS ON THE GROUNDBALLS ON THE GROUNDWHEN YOUR PLAYING ON THE TURFKEEP THE BALLS ON THE GROUND

Haiku

A haiku is a traditional Japanese poem which follows the structure of 5 syllables, 7 syllables, 5 syllables. In class the other day we wrote haikus about the night sky and for homework last week we wrote a haiku about winter.