Kelly Sport Fun Day

On Tuesday, Bart from Kelly Sport, came and did a fun day with the school. We had lots of fun playing different games/ activities. Room 17 really enjoyed Shipwreck and Shark attack. 

It was great to see them working as a team!

Ōwairaka Horrors - the final chapter

Today, the Theatre Group performed a play about the Ōwairaka Horrors. A group of students of all ages practiced during their break times to produce a play that WOWed the entire school. A group of Year 5 and 6 students worked tirelessly to write the script too.

There was a kraken and a pencil. The pencil was magic, and whenever you drew anything on the page, it came to life!  

An outstanding performance, Theatre Group!

Well done!!

Cultural Festival 2022

As the rain disappeared and the sun finally peeked through the lightening clouds, the Festival was in full swing. Children, parents, laughter and smiles were all around us, as everyone prepared to take the stage.  

Many groups from schools across Auckland Central came to participate in the festival at Rocket Park. Colours filled the crowd as groups prepared to get ready in their costumes. Once ready, nervous butterflies filled their tummies as they waited patiently behind the stage for their turn to take the stage. 

Owairaka had 9 groups participate at the festival. What a presence we had there. Here are some snaps of our day! 

The One and Only Ivan Ponder 5

 

I think Ivan wants to help Ruby because he knows what it feels like to be stuck in captivity for years on end. Ruby is just a baby and needs to be where you is most comfortable, and be free in the wild. 

I think the best place for Ruby is in the wild. Maybe they could find herd of elephants to adopt her into their family. They can protect her and give her everything she would need. 

Do you think a baby elephant can survive without her family?

Wheels Day, Friday!

 

Room 17's Film Festival Entry - How to play rugby

Check out the Film finalist for Room 17. 

The boys in Room 17 doing what they love - Rugby. Check out their tips on how to play Rugby.

Have you played Rugby before? What is your favourite part of the game?

Sneak peek - Our Collaborative Art

 

Here is a little sneak peek of what has been happening in Room 17!

It's all coming together. But still lots to do! 

Tongan Language Week

 

Mālō e lelei!

Arianna, Litiane and Phoenix all dressed up celebrating their culture. They also went around and visited classes around the school!

  

Look at who was Caught Being Good this week...

Well done, Lokkie. 

You are always in the right place, at the right time! You are a great role model to your fellow classmates. 

 

Artists in the Making - Class Trip

This morning Room 17 went on a trip to Te Tuhi Art Gallery. We got to learn about art and experience new skills and techniques of printmaking. We were inspired by some New Zealand artists and things that are important to New Zealand. Our art teacher's name was Bree. Check out the different things we got up to today.

When you think of New Zealand and Aotearoa, what comes to mind?

Caught Being Good - Week 3

Congratulations, Aaron!

You were caught being an amazing buddy to our buddy class. You are so kind and caring and think about others before yourself. Well done!

 

Up, up and away!

Kia Orana, 

This week Room 17 have taken a small break from our normal learning programme to add to our knowledge about flight. Yesterday, we learned about flight that involved wings. 

We were learning about how to make different types of paper planes and see how far they fly and how long they stay in the air.

What do you think is the best design for when making a paper plane?

Maths Problem Solving - Week 1

This week in Room 17 we have been learning how to work as a team, ask questions, share our thinking and learning, explaining detail.

We have enjoyed this because we are learning to take risks, ask for help in the right way and have fun at the same time. We are working together to solve problems.

 

Caught Being Good!

 Congratulations, Safiyye! 

You were caught showing Manawanuitanga. You show such a passion and love of learning! Amazing work!!!

Heroes in our Community - Olaf Diegel

Today we had a visit from Olaf Diegel. He is an engineer who specialises in 3D printing.

 

He talked to us about all the interesting things he has engineered using his 3D Printer. He also talked to us about the future of 3D printing. One day we will have tiny robots that will eat away at cells like cancer. They will help us to repair and get well. One day we will also be able to 3D print homes and food! How amazing is that!!!

Below are some of Olaf's creations. He printed the small bunny while he was presenting to us! It was so amazing to see.

 

 

If you had a 3D printer, what would be the first thing you printed?

Cross Country Thursday!

 

Wheel's Day Friday!

 

Surprise Superhero Visit

This year's theme is all about Superheroes. We have a surprise visit from the Police helicopter, Eagle. 

The helicopter landed on our school field! Scott, the police officer, talked to us about what they do and how they protect our community.

The police helicopter help other police on the ground by being able to see everything. 

It was such an awesome surprise and everyone was so excited they couldn't contain their joy!

Were you excited by their visit?

Celebrating Student Success!

Well done to these learners! They were caught being good this term. 

Wini - you are such a kind and helpful student!

Mathias - you are always focused and on task. You are a superb listener!

Malachi - being persistent and continuing to work on and improve your times table knowledge.

Aaron - being a focused learner! 

CJ - being a focused learner!

Phoenix - being persistent and continue to work hard to improve your times table knowledge.

Be a Road Safety Hero! It's Road Safety Week!

This week is Road Safety Week!  Here are some ways we can be road safety superheroes:

• always use the school crossing

• walk, bike or scooter to and from school 

• scooter at a safe speed and keep a look out for cars going in and out of driveways

• wear a helmet when you are on your bike or scooter

• be SAFE in cars - Seatbelts Are For Everyone!

Small things make a big difference - stay safe Owairaka!

What are you going to do to be ROAD SAFE?