Kia Orana Whanau,
Today our school hosted a disco for all the students at our school. It was after school hours so the students were allowed to put on their dancing shoes and amazing disco outfits and just boogey on the dance floor. We truly danced the night away as we had amazing songs played by our awesome DJ. If your school hosts a disco we recommend you definitely attend it as it as truly an amazing experience.
Kia Orana whanau,
Today we had a Olympics Parade in our school. Each of the classes were given a country to learn about and represent. We were given the amazing country of Japan. So we made sure to wear the colours of Japan and represent them well. Here is a few clicks of our class.
Talofa Lava,
Today our class was chosen to attend the Duffy 30 year anniversary at the Manakau events centre. We were introduced to lots of inspirational speakers who motivated our Tamariki on the importance of Reading and how fortunate we are to have Duffy supply us with over 15 million books throughout the 30 years. We thank you Duffy for your love and support for our Tamariki’s learning with the free books you give us every year.
Talofa Lava Whanau,
As part of our Inquiry (Birds, Bees and Bugs) we took a trip to Tiritirimatangi Island. It was almost an hour and half ride on the ferry to the Island and it was absolutely breath taking. The island had so many amazing native birds such as the Tui, Taakahe, Kakapo and much more. We looked at how this island is a sanctuary for these amazing birds and that it is important for us to protect them so they dont become extinct. We took lots of notes and information on the importance of looking after our planet, migration and how its important for us to preserve our native animals. If you ever get a chance to go to Tiritirimatangi Island then please do!
Talofa Lava whanau,
Happy Samoan Language week to all of you beautiful students and teachers from the aulelei (beautiful) island of Samoa. At Otahuhu Primary School we are privileged to have a Samoan Bilingual Unit and they invited us to the opening ceremony for the Samoan Language Week. We took part in the ava ceremony which was beautiful and the teachers got to taste some ava which the teachers described as being “tongue numbing”. We hope you have a lovely Samoan Language Week.
Talofa Lava,
Today at OPS we celebrated Pink shirt day and the importance of addressing bullying. We understand that we live in a world filled with difference however its our differences that make us unique so whoever is reading this YOU ARE AMAZING AND YOU ARE UNIQUE. So I hope you all stand up against bullying and help those who need a friend. Much love and aroha to all.
Kia Ora Whanau, As term 1 comes to an end so does our water safety lessons. We in Room 6 absolutely enjoyed swimming and we understand the importance of keeping ourselves safe while in the waters whether it be the pools or the beach. We also know how important it is for all of us to learn how to swim as your never know when you might need it. Stay safe in the water everyone!
Kia Ora Whanau,
Today we had our Whanau fun day where we invited out Whanau and community to come down and celebrate with us by having a laugh and some fun times. We had a huge turnout and it was such an amazing experience to see our Whanau come out and support our Tamariki. We had lots of bouncy castles, sausage sizzles and ice blocks to go around and the kids really enjoyed their day. Here is a snapshot of our day.
Kia Ora Whanau,
Today we had the privilege of having the Lego Lady visit us and she brought along with her a huge variety of Lego’s. The students had a lot of fun as they were able to use their creativity and thinking as they build different structures. Here is a snapshot of our day with the Lego Lady.
Bula Vinaka Whanau,
Since its the end of the year prize giving ceremony, Room 6 decided to put up a hip hop performance to entertain our parents and students. We been practising for 2 months for this dance routine so we hope you enjoy it because we had lots of fun practising and preparing for it.