Tuesday 30 August 2016

KAPA HAKA

"It's now been confirmed that the Kapa Haka group will be performing at the Otago Polyfest in Dunedin on Wed 14th September. Thankyou to all those who have offered to help with costumes and transport. Mr Yeoman and Mrs Beilby are currently confirming details with these helpers and more information will be coming home with students in the next few days. Thanks!"

Sunday 21 August 2016

Term 3 Week 5

Hi all,

It's my turn to lead whole school prayer tomorrow morning in the church.  I hope I send out a message to the children which motivates them to be kind to one another this week.  We often talk about kindness in Room 5 and how, at times, it's important to be kind to yourself.  Recognising those times when a sit down and a quiet moment might be just what you need can make all the difference to your day.


Action in Room 5 this week...

Swimming - Tuesday morning. Please remind your child to bring their togs for swimming!!!

Tuesday this week is also Central Otago Cross Country day.  Those children attending should be prepared with a decent lunch, plenty of water and warm clothes.

Wednesday afternoon is an open day at school  This is a chance for new families to come and have a little look at what schooling is like at St Gerard's.  

Sunday 28th August - Whole School Mass.  Please bring a plate for a cuppa afterwards.  Mrs Lyon's favourites include Rocky Road, Chocolate Caramel Slice and Tan Square...hint hint...


Mrs Sanders will be in class on Friday this week.  

Please encourage 20 minutes reading, spelling words, times tables practice, doubles and basic facts too...there will be a maths sheet coming home which is due for completion on Friday.    



Have a great week.  The warmer weather is making me smile and think about the long stretch of warmth we have in front of us.

Mrs Lyon








Sunday 14 August 2016

Term 3, Week 4


Hi there, this term is going so fast, we are a third of the way through already!  I apologise for not having the blog current these past few weeks.  I am back in action now though so keep watching this space...

Swimming - Tuesday.   Please remember to have your child bring their swimming gear for swimming on Tuesday morning.  If it's cold out, get your kiddies to wrap up warm as it's a long walk back to school with cold, wet hair!


House Olympics - This Thursday afternoon at school we will hold an Olympics sports house competition.  The children can wear their P.E. uniform to school for this.

Room 5 are on assembly this week so if you can join us at 2:15 on Friday afternoon you'll be able to come and see what we have been up to over the last term.

Central Otago Cross Country - this will be held on Tuesday the 23rd of August, there will be more information coming out soon for those runners who have qualified for this.  

Whole School Mass - Sunday, 28th August.  This is still a few weeks away but just a reminder that all are to attend school mass at the end of next week.

I should let you all know I am really enjoying teaching all of your children.  We are so lucky to have such great kids at our school.  We have really jelled as a group and I think that Room 5 is a happy learning space. 

Have a great week,

Carolyn