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“Inā kei te mohio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mohio koe. Kei te anga atu ki hea”
If you know who you are and where you are from, then you will know where you are going
The ability to stand confidently in their unique self.
Kei te tū kaha, tū maia i tīna ake ahurei.
“Inā kei te mōhio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mōhio koe. Kei te anga atu ki hea”
If you know who you are and where you are from, then you will know where you are going
The ability to support others to develop a sense of belonging at Rotokawa School.
Kei te mihi ētahi atu ki te whānau o Rotokawa.
“Ko au ko koe, ko koe ko au"
I am you and you are me
The ability to empower others to take pride in who they are and themselves as learners at Rotokawa School.
Ka whakamana i ētahi atu, ki te eke angitu.
"Manaaki whenua, manaaki tangata, haere whakamua"
Care for the land, care for the people, go forward!
The ability to reflect on the situation at hand and display, offer and encourage others to also use safe, caring and kind practices.
Nā te huritao me te mahi o te ākonga, hei aki ai ētahi atu ki te tiaki i ngā tangata, i ngā mea i ngā taiao.
“He waka eke noa”
A canoe which we are all in with no exception
The ability to display empathy, knowledge, understanding and innovation while guiding others to achieve their full potential.
Nā te aroha, me te mōhiotanga o te ākonga hei aki aki ia i ētahi atu ki te whakatutuki i o rātau tino pukenga.
“Titiro whakamuri, kokiri whakamua”
Look back and reflect so you can move forward
The ability to show oneself as a nurturing and caring learner who protects people, the environment, learning and knowledge.
He tangata akaiaki o ngā mea katoa i ngā wā, i ngā wahi.
The following vision statement and values were created with consultation of students, staff and the community.
Whakaarohia etahi atu; he pai ki te kura, he pai ki te ako, ki te whakapai ake i to wawata.
Consider others; enjoy school, enjoy learning, to improve your future.
Have fun – Include others – Be respectful – Be safe and responsible – Be truthful
These values guide our curriculum and learning across the school year.
Creating exciting learning through stimulating, challenging, supportive, inclusive and relevant experiences.
The crest shows the warrior chief on the prow of a canoe. It represents an old motto “Kia Hiwa Ra” which means “Look Ahead” – the current school motto “Whakaaro Nui Ki Etahi” means “Great Thoughts for Others” or “Consider others”.
Teachers use these terms with the children in class to support their learning along with our school vision and values.
The Whānau House points for term 4 are in and have been calculated (with all the fun run and athletics points added too – Thanks matua John!
Tomorrow from 12.00-2.00, Ōtauira - Yellow House - will be celebrating with a pool party, pizza, and DIY Ice Cream Sundaes with all the treats! Congratulations Ōtauira!
Also, students who had 94%+ attendance will be joining in to celebrate their commitment and hard work. Well done to everyone for your awesome efforts!
Please see all student names in the first comment. These students need to bring along:
- Togs
- Towel
See you tomorrow for a fun-filled celebration!
Hūro!
Pae Maia - Awa/Pae Maia - Roto
Elliot
Isobella
Scarlett
Aubrey-Rose
Khrystal-Anne
Zoe
Ben
Charlie
Ruhia
Anthony
Colt
Diyana
Loretta
Te Uru
Cherrenity
Rylee
Katoia
Shardae
Bella
Meretitia
TJ
Skylar
Room 10
Elijah
Christian
Daena
Kory
Kobe
Richard
Room 11
Cef
Ashley
Harley
Summer
Keanu-Jax
Tyron
Summer
Room 2
Amóra
Angus
Kauri
Vili
Layla
Taylor
Te hiri
Violet
Room 3
Elias
Ginhia
Dylan
Malachi
Victoria
Charlotte
Lachlan
Malachi
Room 5
Kauri
Leika-Kane
Harley
Te Ataarangi
Tayla
Taika
Room 9
Vincent
Jahman
Lacey
Georgia
Grace
Ataahua
Travis
Fiadh
Keaton
Archie
Ellie
Corbin
Kia ora koutou,
The latest school newsletter is now live on Skool Loop and Facebook—be sure to check it out!
Get Ready for an Exciting Netball Season in 2025!
Dear Parents and Caregivers,
Kia ora Whānau,
As we approach the end of 2024, our coaches are already preparing for an exciting year ahead, and we would love for your tamariki to be part of it! We are currently accepting Expressions of Interest for children who will be in Year 5 & 6 in 2025 to join our Netball team. This age group is mixed (both girls and boys) and provides a wonderful opportunity for all tamariki to learn and grow in a supportive, fun, and inclusive environment.
Training Details:
Start Date: Training will commence in Term 1, Week 1.
Focus: Our goal is to ensure that all players feel confident, supported, and part of a strong team. We will be incorporating team bonding activities into our training sessions, alongside skills development in drills, ball handling, and more. By focusing on building trust, teamwork, and essential netball skills, we aim to give your child a bright and successful start to the Netball season.
We encourage you to get your tamariki involved in this fantastic sport, which helps improve coordination, teamwork, and social skills. Netball is not just about competition—it’s about building friendships, having fun, and growing together as a team.
If your child is interested, please submit their Expression of Interest to matua John - john@rotokawa.school.nz - as soon as possible, so we can ensure a well-prepared season for all.
We can’t wait to see your tamariki on the court in 2025!
Ngā mihi māhana,
Adele Hubbard
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