Glenholme School Newsletter

Term 1- Week 7, 17th March 2022

Kia ora koutou,


Congratulations to both of our teachers who are currently on maternity leave. Whaea Crystal and Whaea Rachel have both had beautiful baby girls. We look forward to them both bringing their babies into school to show them off to us.


It has been wonderful this week to have had a number of children return to school. Our numbers this week have risen to 64% attendance. We certainly look forward to this trend continuing as the children recover.


On Wednesday we had an Earthquake Drill. Please ask your child what they need to do if there is an earthquake while they are at school. You could also talk about a plan in the event of an earthquake while you are at home. I was particularly impressed to see the students who were outside move away from the trees, drop to the ground, curling up like a turtle and covering their heads.


This week at lunchtime I have had the pleasure of taking students from Whakapoungakau team who have great behaviour in the classroom for a swim at lunchtime.



Ngā mihi

Sarah Thompson

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Academic Achievement Discussions - Postponed until Week 2, Term 2 due to current COVID Restictions

Academic Achievement Discussions


Wednesday 11th May and Thursday 12th May 2022

We ask parents to collect their tamariki from school at 2.00pm on both of these days.

Please contact the school office if your child requires supervision from 2.00pm to 3.00pm.

Appointments are now open and can be made online www.schoolinterviews.co.nz

Our event code is q72p5

If you are unable to book via the website please phone our School Office (348 1489) to make you bookings.

Bookings are now open!



School will close at 2.00pm on Wednesday 11th May and Thursday 12th May.

Amazing A5 self-portraits based around the Italian artist Modigliani

Principal's Awards Awarded to students making exceptional effort and or achievement at school, therefore deserving of acknowledgement and recognition.

Whakapoungakau Team

A1 Ann Mary Blessan for being a diligent learner. She knows what her learning intentions are and strives towards achieving each success criteria that are linked to these learning intentions. She also demonstrates integrity and respect towards her teachers and peers. We are lucky to have her in our class.

A2 Trezian Tawhara for his positive and motivated approach to his learning. He is an enthusiastic learner who works very hard. He demonstrates respect on a daily basis to Whaea Jade and others in the class. Trezian stays focused on his school work and is improving his knowledge everyday. Tino pai rawa atu, keep up the excellent mahi Trezian.

A3 Brody Carroll for being a goal focused learner. Brody shows a high level of pride in the quality of work that he produces and is always challenging himself to take risks in his learning. He shows respect to everyone and is always willing to help others. Ka mau te wehi Brody, we are lucky to have you in A3.

A4 Christopher Poafa for being a kind and hard working individual. He demonstrates many of our learning dispositions, but two of which are self-regulator and thinker. By using his problem solving skills, he independently finds ways to overcome learning and social challenges that he experiences! Christopher is a resilient and lovely member of A4 who consistently shows Diversity and Respect. Mauri mahi, mauri ora!

A5 Prabhleen Kaur for being a positive and motivated learner in A5. You go out of your way to help others; showing integrity for yourself and respect for all. In your learning you are making a huge effort to understand the learning intention and follow the success criteria. This is particularly evident in Reading and Writing. A5 is very fortunate to have such a wonderful student as part of our learning community. Thank you for being so awesome.



Tihiōtonga Team

B3 Charlie Holland for always displaying the School Values and Dispositions. Charlie is a wonderful role model in B3 who constantly looks to be helpful to others. She strives for excellence in her work and gives everything a go. Thank you for being a kind and caring classmate Charlie, B3 is so proud to have you in our class!!

B4 Lucy Thompson for being a great role model in B4. She is always demonstrating the school values - R.I.D.E and is willing to assist anyone who might be struggling. Lucy also demonstrates the dispositions of Te Ao-kapurangi, a thinker who uses their initiative. Ka mau te wehi!!

B5 Carissa Rikihana for being a B5 superstar. Carissa works well independently and produces work of a high standard at all times. She manages herself well and is a role model in the classroom. Carissa helps others when they need it and she is a kind, caring member of B5. Keep up the good work Carissa. Well done on an excellent start to 2022.

B7 Maria Peato-Katoa for being a Risk Taker and Collaborator. Maria has stepped up as a Year 4 student and is always challenging herself with her learning. She enjoys her extra math sessions with Whaea June and is a wonderful role model in B7. Pai rawa atu to mahi Maria.




Pukehangi Team

B1 Levi Mossong for always giving things a go, e.g. seesaw activities, and continuing to work well with others in the class

B6 Tredyn Gage-Dobson for showing dedication when helping harvest the potatoes in the school garden. He listened carefully to Whaea Winiana and Matua Chris and showed respect. Ka pai to mahi Tredyn.

A6 Lucy Morgan-Stone for sprinkling kindness wherever she goes. She is a considerate and helpful role model to her peers in A6. Lucy tries her best to include others in games and activities and is always willing to help others. Keep filling buckets with your amazing attitude Lucy.

C6 Caelan Reaside for being an outstanding role model in C6. Caelan you are consistently demonstrating the Glenholme School Values and Dispositions in the classroom and playground. You always strive to complete quality work in all of your learning, helping you to make great progress. Tumeke Caelan, you are awesome!

C7 Bilal Gergoz for being an excellent learner in C7. Bilal is a very careful listener with excellent concentration. He always joins in cheerfully with class activities and does his very best. This has helped him to make really pleasing progress with his Reading, Writing and Maths. Bilal is a Packing up Champion too! We love having him in our class.

C8 Jackson Pedersen for showing excellence by working really hard to sit with the class at mat time and contributing by answering questions. He has been engaged in his school work, especially during reading lessons. Keep up the great work Jackson!

C9 Mansirat Dhillon for her ability to stay on task during all class activities. Mansirat is a great listener in C9. She knows what she needs to do to achieve her goals and loves the challenge of achieving them. Mansirat can always be relied upon to do the right thing and is a great role model for her classmates.. She is a young leader in the making. Ka pai Mansirat.

Up and Coming Events

Term Dates 2022:

Term 1 1st February - 14th April

Term 2 2nd May - 8th July

Term 3 25th July - 30th September

Term 4 17th October - 16th December


Thursday 17th March - St. Patrick's Day

Wednesday 30th March - Thursday 31st March - Academic Achievement Discussions - Postponed till Term 2

Thursday 14th April - TEACHER ONLY DAY

Thursday 14th April - Last day of Term 1

Friday 15th April - Good Friday

Saturday 16th April - Holy Saturday

Sunday 17th April - Easter Sunday

Monday 18th April - Easter Monday

Wednesday 11th May - Academic Achievement Discussions

Thursday 12th May - Academic Achievement Discussions

Thursday 19th May - Class/Individual Photos

Monday 6th June - Queens Birthday

Thursday 16th June - Team Photos

Friday 24th June - Matariki Day

Friday 21st October - Greats and Grans Day

Monday 24th October - Labour Day

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School Gates


RANOLF STREET DRIVEWAY GATES ARE LOCKED FROM:

8.30am – 9.10am/2.45pm - 3.10pm

Miller Street entrance is available for use:

Monday to Friday 7.30am – 9.30am

Monday to Friday 2.30pm – 3.30pm


DO NOT PARK IN THE SCHOOL DRIVE as this is a tow away area.