Dear Parents and Caregivers,
What an incredible term it has been! Our students have poured an immense amount of hard work, energy, and creativity into these past eleven weeks, and they are all thoroughly deserving of a safe and restful winter break.
One true highlight of the term was seeing our unique focus on the Creative Arts come to life across our campuses. The successful integration of our arts curriculum at Universal Drive culminated in a spectacular end-of-term exhibition. Likewise, our Lincoln Road campus continued their amazing work, showcasing an equally impressive array of talent and innovation at their own expo.
To everyone who took the time to attend these events, thank you so much. I was deeply moved by the many lovely emails I received from families afterward highlighting your support. Celebrating our students’ creative expressions together is always a wonderful reminder of what makes our school community so special.
The William Pike Challenge has been a resounding success for our Year 7 and Year 8 students this term. They have thrown themselves into new challenges with resilience and enthusiasm. While their outdoor pursuits have been paused briefly for Term 2, they will pick up right where they left off next term. Looking ahead to Term 3, we are also incredibly excited to see an increase in the charitable and community service work our students will be undertaking as part of this programme.
Starting next term, we are launching our brand-new student Lunchtime Clubs! To help us set up these engaging spaces, we are asking our community to keep the board game donations coming in. If you have any spare chess sets or Scrabble boards at home that are in good condition and looking for a new home, we would be incredibly grateful for your donations. Please feel free to drop them off at the front office.
As we close for the holiday, I want to extend a massive thank you to our phenomenal teaching, administrative, and support staff. Their tireless dedication, late nights, and unwavering commitment to driving successful learning outcomes are what make these achievements possible.
Likewise, your continuous support as our whānau community is hugely welcomed and deeply appreciated. Education is a partnership, and we value your trust and collaboration every single day.
I wish you all a safe, happy, and relaxing holiday break with your children.
We look forward to welcoming all of our students back, refreshed and ready for an exciting Term 3, on Monday the 27th of July at 8:45 AM.
Best wishes,
Mrs Michelle Randles
Principal
