Welcome to
TE AROHA
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Educating children for their futures, today
Welcome to Te Aroha Primary School where children from Year 1 to 8 are challenged to be the best that they can be in an inclusive learning environment.
Situated in the heart of Te Aroha and nestled under the mountain on a 4.6 hectare campus, our children have a sense of belonging, pride and are valued in their cultural heritage.
We always encourage our children “To Accept The Challenge” which is our school motto. This is the challenge to learn, to explore, to have a go at new opportunities and to have fun.
We invite you to join us on this journey.
Welcome to Te Aroha Primary School where children from Year 1 to 8 are challenged to be the best that they can be in an inclusive learning environment.
Situated in the heart of Te Aroha and nestled under the mountain on a 4.6 hectare campus, our children have a sense of belonging, pride and are valued in their cultural heritage.
We always encourage our children “To Accept The Challenge” which is our school motto. This is the challenge to learn, to explore, to have a go at new opportunities and to have fun.
We invite you to join us on this journey.
Latest Notifications
Tikapa Hubs Food DRIVE due in today
Fri Nov 26 07:42amTikapa Moana and the Student Volunteer Army
The children of Tikapa Moana are part of a NZ wide project to help other people out. This is called the Student Volunteer Army.
We are collecting food to sort and box up to gift to the Kai Shed.
We have some children playing important roles in sorting and boxing the food up.
If you are able to, we welcome any food items you have to spare to help those less fortunate. These can be put in the box outside the room.
We would appreciate any items handed in before the end of the week.
School Photos are ON today 🙂
Thu Nov 25 08:17amWaihou Touch Draw FRIDAY 26th
Wed Nov 24 08:13pmUpdated Waihou Touch draw – direct from Waihou Junior Touch Fb page.
CHRISTMAS COOKIES Due tomorrow
Wed Nov 24 02:11pmReminder –
All Christmas cookie order forms and money must be in tomorrow no late orders excepted as the order must be placed tomorrow night.
Thank you for supporting our school
School PHOTOS tomorrow (Thursday 25th November)
Wed Nov 24 02:04pmDear Parents and Whanau
A reminder that we have our school photos tomorrow,
8.30 am – Sibling Photos
(Please remember we require vaccinated parents onsite for sibling photos)
Lunch Menu Week 6 Term 4 2021
Mon Nov 22 02:37pm
Fundraising Reminders – COOKIES AND SPICE CRAFT
Mon Nov 22 09:59amDear Parents/Whanau
All Christmas cookie orders must be on by this Thursday 25th November (at the latest).
All Spice Craft orders in by Friday 26th November.
Any questions, please phone the office.
Yr 7-8 Basketball Monday 22nd November 2021 Term 4
Sun Nov 21 08:04pmYear 7-8
Basketball Draw 22nd November
Reminder –
No mouth guard, no play.
All teams have 3 games
Any questions please see Mrs Paul at school.
Waihou Touch Draw Wk 4 19th Nov Term 1 2021
Thu Nov 18 01:21pmA bit different this week as we juggle to get everyone playing the games needed.
Please note the U9 game on field three.
Please remind players that we have zero tolerance for bad language towards our referees. As hard as it maybe when you are passionate about your game we do require they hold their tongue. Children with bad language can be sent off the field by the referees.
Wendy is back again this week for burgers and sausages for those that need some dinner.
FYI we have one more week after this one of rounds then on the 3rd Dec is finals night 😊
See you all Friday 🏉
2022 Plans – please let us know
Wed Nov 17 07:49pmKia ora parents and whanau
If you know that your child won’t be returning to our school next year can you please email this information to:
principal@tearohaprimary.school.nz
This will help us to plan our classes for next year.
Ngaa mihi
Kevin Johnson
Principal/Tumuaki
Reminder – Basketball Draws are on the app in Notices Section
Mon Nov 15 04:38pmBasketball Draws can be located in the Notices section
Te Aroha Basketball Association Facebook page also publishes draws
Christmas Cookies Fundraiser
Mon Nov 15 02:20pmThe PTA is running a final fundraiser for 2021
We have people interested in the Christmas cookies and want everyone to have a chance to buy if they want to.
Please have orders and money back by Thursday 25th November
Money can be paid into
Te Aroha Primary School PTA account
02-0436-0071387-000 with child’s name and Cookies as reference.
Any questions contact Cam 0278732964
This information has been sent home with the school newsletter along with an order form.
JUICIE TUESDAY (TOMORROW)
Mon Nov 15 02:06pmReminder we are having another Juicie Tuesday tomorrow (16/11)
Parents/Whanau – Principal feedback/suggestion short form
Sat Nov 13 10:48amKia ora Parents and Whanau
The Board is giving our parents the opportunity to contribute to the list of attributes that they would like in a new principal of our school. We do hope that you take the opportunity to be part of this process.
Please click on the link below and it will take you to a form where you can add your contribution.
Google Form link for Contribution/Feedback
Ngaa mihi nui
Kevin Johnson
Principal
Te Aroha Primary School
Covid Message from Mr J – Please read
Fri Nov 12 12:10pmKia ora Parents and Whanau
With the slight drop in levels in Hamilton to Level 3.2 it has allowed shops to open with strict conditions in place. However, please be reminded that it doesn’t allow people from an alert Level 2 area such as Te Aroha and Morrinsville to cross the border for shopping in Hamilton.
This practice would be highly dangerous as far as exposing each other to the Covid virus is concerned if we have families shopping in Hamilton this weekend in particular. We still have case numbers on the rise and the outbreak is in no way contained.
We have become aware of some children saying that they will be going to Hamilton this weekend. Whether or not this is fact or not I thought I would send out a reminder to our community regarding staying within our alert levels.
Should we become aware that children have been in a level three area, we would have no option but to ask children to remain at home and to be tested. They would be required to remain at home until we have the evidence of a negative test.
Please help us to keep our staff and students safe at this uncertain time.
Have a great weekend.
Noho haumaru, kia maumahara kia atawhai ki a koe ano me etahi atu
Stay safe, and remember be kind to yourself and others
Kevin Johnson
Principal
Te Aroha Primary School
Spicecraft Fundraiser – TAPS PTA
Thu Nov 11 02:33pmSpicecraft Fundraiser – Order and payment by 26th November.
Note – There is no pressure to purchase, we have just had a request pre-Christmas to run a quick fundraiser for gift ideas.
Check out the flyers in the Notices section for more info.
Notices– Check out the SpiceCraft Notice
Year 7-8 Basketball 15 November Term 4
Wed Nov 10 02:02pmRemember to check out the Notices Section within the app for Basketball Draws. Also, follow the Te Aroha Basketball Association on FB.
Waihou Touch Draw Wk 3 – 12th November
Wed Nov 10 08:14amWaihou Junior Touch Rugby Draw Week 3
12th November
Can the referees in round 1 at 5 pm on fields 1,2 and 3 please come and see me prior to starting.
Don’t forget Wendy Duncan will be making burgers and sausages for any hungry spectators or players. You can pre-order but not essential. Wendy can be found in the Waihou club rooms
Mr J Farewell Koha
Tue Nov 09 11:18amTo the Te Aroha Primary School Community
As you are aware, Mr Kevin Johnson has resigned from our school to take up an exciting position with the Ministry of Education.
Please read the attached letter from the BOT chair,
JUICIE TUESDAY
Tue Nov 09 07:13am Senior Camp Fundraising
Today is Juicie Tuesday $2 (9/11)
Our senior students will visit each class and take orders.
Tonights Basketball (8/11) is running ahead of time
Mon Nov 08 06:40pmBasketball whanau,
Mrs Paul wanted to let all parents know that Basketball tonight is running at least 15 minutes ahead of time.
Thanks!
Basketball Draws
Sun Nov 07 06:24pmKia ora Basketball whanau
All current draws are loaded on the app within the ‘Notices‘ section.
Remember to also follow the Te Aroha Basketball Association Facebook page.
Enjoy the season.
GUMBOOT FRIDAY – Gold coin donation
Fri Nov 05 08:05amWHEN – TODAY FRIDAY (5 November, 2021)
WHAT – Boot Up and wear your gumboots to school
GOLD COIN DONATION TO RAISE MONEY FOR KIDS MENTAL HEALTH
Pie Day Friday
Fri Nov 05 08:02amPie Day Friday – Our last hot kai break fundraiser
Yum! Pies are back on the menu today for a Kai Break Snack attack.
Flavours are Mince and Cheese and Mince $3.
Please place orders in the lunch order box in the school office. Early orders are much appreciated!
Touch Draw Friday 5th November
Wed Nov 03 06:19pmDirect from Waihou Junior Touch Page
Updated draw with changes to only referees.
Also, Wendy is back so get your orders in if you’re wanting some burgers or sausages or pop in on arrival and order for when suits.
See you all Friday
A message from Mr J
Wed Nov 03 02:30pmDear Parents, Caregivers and whanau
I wish to inform you that after much soul searching, I have informed the Board of Trustees today of my decision to resign my position as Principal of Te Aroha Primary School.
This will be effective from the end of term four 2021.
I have accepted a position as a Senior Adviser at the Ministry of Education based in Hamilton and this position will be a different but exciting opportunity in my career.
I have been principal of Te Aroha Primary for just over 14 years and have had great support from everyone during this time enabling our school to grow and develop in so many ways.
I would like to thank everyone for their support and friendship during this time which has meant so much to me.
We have a very committed Board of Trustees whose task it will now be to find my replacement and I have full confidence that they will make the correct choice.
In the mean time I will continue to work with the staff and Board to ensure that our school is well placed to have a great start to 2022
Ngaa mihi nui
Kevin Johnson
Principal/Tumuaki
Notice from Mr J
Wed Nov 03 02:09pmPlease read
Basketball Draw Year 5 6 Wednesday 3rd November 2021 Term 4
Tue Nov 02 12:21pmYear 5-6 Basketball Draw (3/11)
Yr 7-8 Basketball
Mon Nov 01 03:23pmReminders for Basketball tonight
!) Appropriate shorts
2) Mouth Guard
GOOD LUCK
Lunch Menu Week 3 Term 4 2021
Sun Oct 31 10:34am
The GREAT DUCK DAY RACE is on today
Sat Oct 30 08:30amFinally the Great Duck Race is here, starts at 12.30 today. finishline is Herries Park.
Adults please wear masks and follow the social distancing guidelines.
Thank you,
PTA/Fundraising team
Waihou Touch Tournament Week 1 -Friday 29 October 2021
Fri Oct 29 09:28amKia ora Parents/Whanau
Please follow the Waihou Junior Touch Rugby Facebook page for updates. Any cancellations will be made on this page.
Remember unfortunately no spectators due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Please remind your child/ren that joining a team is a commitment to all of the other players in the team and also to all of our amazing organisers who spent hours making sure sport can happen for our kids. In these times we are lucky to be doing anything 🙂
Pie Day Friday Orders – last minute orders welcome
Fri Oct 29 07:47amReminder to get your orders in for our PIE DAY FRIDAY,
$3 for Mince or Mince and Cheese,
Thank you for supporting Senior Camp fundraising
TOUCH STARTS THIS FRIDAY
Thu Oct 28 10:07amYay! Another term 4 sport kicks off
Just a reminder that touch starts tomorrow night (29/10)
Please remember to send in your $5 to the school office before 3 pm tomorrow. This would be greatly appreciated.
If you are not at school on Friday please do not turn up to play.
A reminder that there are no spectators allowed in due to Covid-19 restrictions,
Thank you for your understanding with this.
Basketball Parents/Whanau
Thu Oct 28 09:53amBasketball Parents/Whanau
Can our families please register their children/players with BBNZ.
If you have multiple children they can all be registered at once.
Follow the link to register
Newsletter Week 2
Tue Oct 26 02:16pmJust a reminder all Newsletters can be found within the app. Click on the Newsletter tab on the main screen,
Our Senior students are busy fundraising for Camp – check out the Pie Day Friday.
Lunch Menu Week 2 Term 4 2021
Mon Oct 25 06:46pm
Year 5-6 Basketball Draw Term 4 2021
Mon Oct 25 01:52pmPrimary Basketball starts this week for:
Yr 5/6 on Wednesday 27 October – See draw attached
Just a reminder no spectators are allowed – sorry due to COVID restrictions.
Yr 7/8 will start next Monday 1 November
Message from Te Aroha Basketball FB Page
For all sessions COVID requirements will mean following these rules to keep everyone safe:
1. Only players, referees, manager of each team and teachers can enter the Events Centre.
2. All adults will need to scan in, sanitise and wear a mask.
3. All children will have their name ticked off at the door and sanitise.
4. No non-playing children can enter the Events Centre.
5. The water fountain is turned off so children will need water bottles.
6. All players need a mouthguard.
Look forward to seeing everyone at the courts
Any questions, see Mrs Paul
Calendar Art – Last minute orders
Mon Oct 25 10:51amPTA/Fundraising Team
Tuesday 25th October (tomorrow) is the last day for Calendar Art orders.
(All last minute orders)
All money needs to be in for orders to be processed please.
We have a few unpaid orders so please send these in by tomorrow.
Thank you for the awesome support! We hope you love your personalized Calendars.
Touch Rugby starts next Friday
Fri Oct 22 06:05pmTouch Rugby starts next Friday 29th October.
Please Join the Waihou Junior Touch Rugby Facebook page so you are kept up to date with all information.
The rules for spectators are also on there.
Enjoy the long weekend 🙂
Reminder to Year 7-8 Students CAMP FORM
Thu Oct 21 06:47pmDear Year 7-8 Parents and Whanau,
At the end of last term you may have seen our first camp Newsletter, stating our plans for camp and seeking parent help. This is just a reminder that our Year 7-8 Camp to Omokoroa takes place in Week 7, Term 4, from Wednesday 1st December to Friday 3rd December.
Due to the nature of the past year with Lockdown and the changing Covid levels, we now need to seek permission from our parents for their children to attend camp so we can secure and plan accordingly. Our student numbers are crucial to making sure camp is viable, so we really appreciate your prompt return of the reply slip that was sent home yesterday.
Camp will go ahead in the current Alert Level 2 setting with strict safety and Covid-19 restrictions in place by all of our event holders. If Alert levels change and we are unable to have a camp, we will keep you informed and hopefully be able to arrange an alternative programme.
Please contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions about Camp.
Kirsty Young kyoung@tearohaprimary.school.nz
Linda Gamble lgamble@tearohaprimary.school.nz
Rosé Hodgetts rhodgetts@tearohaprimary.school.nz
Holly Brittenden dp@tearohaprimary.school.nz
Pizza Day tomorrow FRIDAY 22nd October
Thu Oct 21 06:40pm Our Yr 7/8 students are fundraising for their end of year camp. This is an awesome way to help support them to lower the cost of camp.
Please send in orders tomorrow by 9am in a named envelope.
Pizza for a Kai Break Snack Attack tomorrow/Friday. YUM! $3.00
Basketball Notice – Managers only allowed on site
Tue Oct 19 09:22amFurther to last nights newsletter-
Basketball starts next week for the yr 5/6 and the week after for yr 7/8.
In keeping with NZ Sport Guidelines, there will be no spectators allowed into the Events Centre.
The only adults allowed in are the Managers I have on my list which will be handed in.
Should a Manager be away then they cannot be replaced and I (Mrs Paul) will take over the team.
The Managers are
Megan Diprose
Mr Hubbard
Grace Te Huia
Denice Taukiri
Michelle Swan
Mr Carey
Sarah van Marrewijk
Cam Melrose
Junior De Young and other College basketballers will be onsite and assist us.
Unfortunately, there will be no spectators allowed at Touch either but details are being worked out.
Thank you for your understanding during these COVID times,
Megan Paul
Face Covering/Masks on School Transport Ages 12+
Mon Oct 18 09:19amThis is some information for parents regarding children who travel on school buses at various times.
Face Coverings On School Transport
Students of all ages are encouraged to wear a face-covering on all school transport services under all alert levels.
Providing face coverings is the responsibility of individuals and caregivers. Any student who is unwell should not travel on a school or public bus and should not be sent to school.
Students Aged 12 and Over
Face coverings are required to be worn by students aged 12 and over while on school transport at all alert levels, this includes Tech buses and school bus services for our children in the mornings and afternoons. While school bus drivers are not required to enforce the wearing of masks they may report the child who is breaking the rules to the school for further action.
Lunch Menu Week 1 Term 4 2021
Sun Oct 17 04:13pm
SCHOOL PHOTOS POSTPONED
Wed Oct 13 06:36pmDear Parents/Whanau
School Photos that were booked for Monday 18th October (first day back) have now been postponed.
Please disregard our earlier alert.
With the recent Lockdowns based in Hamilton, our photographers will now rebook with us for mid-November (Thursday 25th November)
We will advertise the new date on our app and Newsletter closer to the time.
Thank you for your understanding,
TAPS Team
Thames Valley Cricket Notice – Super SMASH Hubs
Tue Oct 12 10:29amJump on the Thames Valley Cricket Facebook page for more information and direct links.
Super Smash Hubs are back for Term 4 at a hub location near you! Check out the events below for more details and registration links. 🏏
Six week give it a go programme for year 1-4 kids.
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Join us for fun & inclusive games to develop your cricket throw, catch & strike skills.
Where: Te Aroha College, Te Aroha
When: Wednesdays, 4.30-5.30pm
Wed 27 Oct – Wed 8 Dec
Cost: $60
Super Smash Hubs is a 6 week “give it a go” programme for year 1-4 boys and girls. Through inclusive games and making friends, children develop skills such as throw, catch and strike, join your local Super Smash Hub now. $60 registration includes a participant pack (bat, ball, bag, cap and water bottle) along with a FREE junior Super Smash membership giving free entry to all T20 Super Smash games across NZ for the 21/22 season. Watch the best cricketing starts in action and support your Knights/Sprit hero’s.
Sign up link:
LAST DAY TOMORROW FOR DUCK DAY FORMS TO BE RETURNED
Thu Sep 30 01:53pmPlease send in any Duck Day forms/tickets back to school tomorrow. This is the last day.
We really appreciate your support.
Duck Day will be on 30th October
Lunch Menu Week 10 Term 3 2021
Mon Sep 27 09:29am
DUCK DAY FORMS + MONEY LAST WEEK
Mon Sep 27 09:22amReminder to our TAPS whanau,
LAST WEEK 🙂 Please SUPPORT
Please note that this is the last week for Duck Day forms and money to be returned to school.
We sent out a request for all families to sell 10 tickets, we really need your support with this.
Much appreciated,
TAPS PTA/Fundraising Team
Cricket Muster 2021
Thu Sep 23 04:19pmTe Aroha Junior Cricket Muster
Tuesday 28th September 23, 2021 4.00-5.30pm
Location: Te Aroha College Cricket Pitch
New and returning players welcome
Any questions please contact tearohajuniorcricket@gmail.com
Te Aroha Athletics Club
Tue Sep 21 06:52pmCheck out the latest from Te Aroha Athletics
Basketball Forms for Term 4
Mon Sep 20 12:08pmBasketball forms for Term 4
Mrs Paul has sent Basketball forms home today,
If you missed a form please email mpaul@tearohaprimary.school.nz
Note –
In order for Basketball to go ahead we need parents to be present due to Health and Safety.
Duck Day Postponed
Sat Sep 11 01:58pmDue to Covid-19 Alert levels, TAPS Duck Day has been postponed.
Our new date is Saturday 30th October 12.30.
All forms and money to be handed back to office by Friday 1st Oct (last day of term 3) or please pay into PTA account and email photo of form to taps.pta@gamil.com
Back to School at Level 2
Tue Sep 07 01:23pmTE AROHA PRIMARY SCHOOL
BACK TO SCHOOL AT LEVEL 2
Kia ora koutou
It was great news to hear that we will be returning to school at Level 2. We can’t wait to get back to some sort of normality at school and with parents being able to go back to work as usual.
Thank you once again to all parents who have supported their child’s learning during this period of lockdown.
We do, however, still need to be vigilant and children will need to practice correct social distancing and safe hand sanitising practices.
WHEN DOES OUR SCHOOL OPEN ?
Our school will open again at Level 2 on Thursday 9 September 2021.
DROPPING CHILDREN OFF AT THE START OF THE SCHOOL DAY
Please drop your children outside the school gates and they are to walk into school on their own.
No parents are allowed on school grounds at level 2.
We will have teachers at the front of the school and at the Ema Street entrance to welcome children to school each day.
Children will need to sanitise their hands as soon as they enter the school gates.
WEARING OF MASKS AT SCHOOL
There is no requirement for children to wear masks to school.
Children of 12 years old and older are encouraged to wear a mask under new Covid Delta rules but this is not compulsory for these children at this stage.
SCHOOL OWNED DEVICES
Any devices loaned to some of our children during lockdown must be returned to the school office on Thursday morning 9 September, with their charger to be checked for any damage and to be cleaned before they can go back to the classes.
PICKING UP CHILDREN AT THE END OF THE SCHOOL DAY
At the end of the school day children being picked up at the front of the school will be walked to the carpark by teachers and exit the school at Gate Four, which is the gate closest to the swimming pool.
Children will gather on the grass with their teachers.
Please don’t call your child to the car and to run through the car park, we need to keep all children safe.
CHILDREN TRAVELLING ON SCHOOL BUSES
Children will be expected to sanitise their hands before getting onto the school buses. Buses will run as normal from Thursday.
Face masks are not required to be worn on school buses but children can if they would like to.
NO ONLINE LEARNING ON WEDNESDAY
As teachers will be at school on Wednesday preparing classes to welcome children back on Thursday, there will be no online learning for children.
There might, however, be activities that they can complete themselves without teacher support.
LUNCH IN SCHOOLS
I have confirmation from our supplier that whole school lunches will start up again on Thursday for all children in the school.
DRINKING FOUNTAINS
The school drinking fountains will be turned off at Level 2.
Each child is to bring their own named drink bottle to school each day.
They can refill these in their classroom.
YEAR 7&8 TECH CLASS ON FRIDAY
These classes will take place as usual starting this coming Friday at Te Aroha College
If you are concerned about anything or need clarity on any issue please contact your child’s teacher or you are welcome to contact the school office.
We are looking forward to welcoming all students back to school on Thursday.
Ngaa mihi nui
Kevin Johnson
Principal/Tumuaki
Covid Update from Mr J 6th September 2021
Mon Sep 06 07:56pmCovid Update from Mr Johnson
TE AROHA PRIMARY SCHOOL
HEALTH AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
FOR ALERT LEVEL 2
Click to read
TAPS Whanau – A message from Mr J 3/9/21
Fri Sep 03 01:51pmFriday 3rd September 2021
Check out the latest from Mr J
Click to watch the video
Covid Letter Alert Level 3
Tue Aug 31 09:31amTE AROHA PRIMARY SCHOOL
COVID LETTER – ALERT LEVEL 3
31 August 2021
Kia ora koutou
Firstly, let me start by saying a huge thank you to our parents and caregivers for the support you have shown your children and to our TAPS teaching staff. At a time like this it is much appreciated.
Thank you to all of the parents who came to school on Monday morning for a contactless pick up of learning packs for their children. This is also greatly appreciated by our teachers.
LEVEL 3
From 11.59pm on Tuesday night we drop from Level 4 to Level 3.
Thank you to our parents, who are essential workers, for completing the survey regarding student attendance at Level 3. This information enabled us to make important decisions for our school during Level 3.
Our school will remain closed at Level 3 with children learning from home and teachers providing online learning.
This also means that the grounds and playgrounds are closed to families and the public.
I would like to encourage children to read daily, attend their class zoom meetings if they are able to access it, in order to remain connected with their classmates and their teacher. They are encouraged to try their best with their learning packs and the online learning prepared by their teachers.
Parents often worry about their children ‘falling behind’ with their learning but please be reminded that all children across New Zealand are in the same boat at present. Also, learning from home is not the same as learning at school.
I, like you, I am sure, can’t wait to be back at school at Level 2 whenever that might happen. Please keep connected with your child’s teacher in the meantime and enjoy time as a family.
Ngaa mihi nui
Kevin Johnson
Principal/Tumuaki
Work Pack Collection from school TODAY 10-11 am Monday 30th August 2021
Mon Aug 30 10:00amPlease read the information regarding work pack collection for today – Monday 30th August.
