20 Apr 2026

Today your child is bringing home a Feather template for you to complete as a family for our Mitey feather competition. Thank you to those who have already contributed to our school korowai - but we still require more to complete it! Please send the completed feathers back by Friday 24th April.

 

See details below:

One of our strategic goals this year is around wellbeing - the goal is to strengthen the hauora of students and staff through strong relationships and our charism.

An action to achieve this is to ensure that Mitey is embedded throughout our school and as part of this it is important that all stakeholders in our school are involved - children, teachers and whanau. 

So to start this off we want you to discuss at home the following statement - 

Positive mental health for our family is….

Examples - Walks in the outdoors together, playing family board games together, fishing as a family, family dinners at the table. 

 

The "Feather" Challenge:

 Once you’ve had your chat, as a family get creative and record your ideas on the provided feather. 

All feathers completed and returned to school will go into the draw to win a whānau hamper!

 

17 Apr 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

The latest Newsletter has been uploaded for viewing.

Have a lovely weekend and see you all on Monday!

 

1 Apr 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

2027 Enrolments Now Open

We are now accepting enrolments for 2027!

If you have a younger child who will be turning 5 by the end of this year, please make sure to submit your Application for Enrolment via email to secure a place for 2027.

1 Apr 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Our Book Week is fast approaching!

Here are some little reminders:

• Book Swap - we have started collecting second hand books in good condition. Please send them to the library or the classroom teacher. Thank you to those families who already donated a book.
• Character Parade - please start thinking about a costume for your child - preferably from a book (it is book week!). We do not want it to be a stressful or costly activity. If you are stuck, please feel free to talk to your child’s teacher or email me k.twomey@smcs.school.nz for ideas.

Kath Twomey (Librarian)

25 Mar 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Get ready to turn the page and Book an Adventure! Book Week will be happening in Week 2 of next term and we can’t wait to celebrate with our school community.

Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

• Book Swap – bring a book, take a book!
• Story Walk – step into a story and explore!
• Character Parade – dress up as your favourite book character!

We’d love your help to make the week extra special.

We are looking for volunteers to:

• Help run the book swap
• Read and share stories with classes

If you’re keen to join the adventure, please get in touch! Email me at k.twomey@smcs.school.nz

Let’s make this Book Week one to remember—full of journeys, imagination, and a love of reading!

Happy reading,

Kath Twomey (Librarian)