Friday, December 21, 2018

Summary of 2018

It has been some time since I have updated my blog, however, do not fear I am continuing this journey on multiple platforms!  I apologise for not getting to this one earlier.
Feel free to check out our school Facebook page, classroom blogs and student blogs too!

2018 has seen some wonderful achievements at PCS.  Highlights have included:
- 1:1 devices available throughout the school
- implementation of integration through the curriculum where students are writing in Science and making links in their maths to art, and performing with literacy.  It is an exciting platform that our students and teachers are loving!
- our end of year extravaganza was another highlight where our students choreograph their items with facilitation from the teachers.  Check out our photos on Facebook too.
- our beautification projects with our rainbow seating and we are currently planning our potted colour seating to welcome everyone back in 2019.
- our Maori learners have accelerated across the school to gain some exceptional results!
- we continue with our programmes of art, kapa haka, resilience and leadership
- our student voice shows that our kids love art and science.  They are proud of their leadership and learning.
- a huge range of sporting achievements both in and outside of our school
- staff have gained exceptional marks within their professional development with an average of A+ being achieved!

A huge thank you to our team that keep our school striving towards our vision
"Mahi tahi i te Karaiti - to inspire and nurture leaders of learning and excellence"

Have a wonderful and safe Christmas full of blessings!

Kathryn Carey


Thursday, May 24, 2018

Term 2, 2018

Wow, it is mid way through term 2 and what a fabulous term it is!

I am loving touching base with our students and gaining student voice.  My questions relate to
- what are you learning?
- why are you learning this?
- what are your next steps?

Our students are loving their learning goals and can talk to me about the focus for them.  This week we have been focusing on "Bully free" which is a nation wide goal.  Our students have been linking our school values with the learning and it is great to hear.

Check out our cute kiwi kids in their "pink" as part of our celebrations!