In luscious forests

New life comes to feel the breeze

Of the cold season

Liam McQueen

Crystal clear water

Swishing happily

Slashing in the air

Small splashes, huge splashes

Water is everywhere

Antonio Rupeti Anderson

There once was a grumpy lion

Who met a hunter called Ryan

They went to the gym

And ate some shark fins

Soon they were both quickly flyin’

By Corban

In her coop a lazy chicken

Bought an ice cream and got licken

She licked all night

And ate vegemite

Until she heard her neck click’en

By James

A quiet dog did like to jog

Until he did step in a bog

It went to his head

Until he was dead

And it ends in the lonely fog

By Nikau

There was a cat named Paradise

Who really liked fluffy white mice

She caught a brown mouse

Inside of the house

And found some great big fluffy dice

By Hope

One day a ladybug sat under a tree.

Waiting for her friend Buzzy Bee.

They wanted some fun.

Before the day was done.

But no fun was there to be seen!

By Stephanie

Newsletter - Term 1 Number 11

Parent Interviews – These have been postponed until Thursday the 5th of May. You will receive your notice for time of interview before the end of term. I have a few spaces left later in the afternoon.

J Rock – This will be happening again this year. Watch this space -J Rock Coming Soon.

Ukelele Festival – on the 2nd of April Miss Upsall, Danielle, Tom Dodd and Julia Rhodes performed on stage at the Katikati music festival. They had a wonderful time. The Coromandel Festival is on Saturday the 14th of May. Contact Jenny Upsall if you would like to a part of their group.

Singing Group will be starting on Monday the 9th of May from 3.15 to 4.15 at Whenuakite School. Contact Justine 8663923 for more information.

Rotorua Camp - I have been in discussions with the Rotorua tourism people who have made an action packed plan for our trip to Rotorua. Unfortunately to do everything has worked out over $300. I realize that we have families who have two students in the senior room and adults who would like to come also. Rather than compromise the quality of the experience it might be an idea to postpone till September /October. This will give us time to raise the money required to do all the activities planned.

Holidays – The holidays begin on Friday 15th at 3pm. School will open again on Monday the 2nd of May. This has been an extra-long term to accommodate the Rugby World Cup. Traffic in Auckland is always heavier during the school term. Term 2 will end on Friday the 15th of July.

Pool – The weather is getting colder and it is time to shut down the pool. Please return your pool keys as soon as possible.

Easter Egg Hunt – Easter Sunday 10am – 2pm. The hunt will begin at 12 noon– Thanks for all the groceries. There is still time to send in any pantry goods for the raffle. The children have been making their boats. These can be brought on the day for sale with the rest. Thanks to those who have offered help on the day. There will plenty of jobs and people who will need breaks so just call out.

Have a great holiday with your wonderful children.

I`m an Earth sign.

I don`t get cold in the sea.

Running in waves.

It`s salty.

I just run in waves with arms up.

The waves feel strong and wet.

I felt wet.

By Max Willagers

The tree at the mill

Cut the trees and make paper

Into soft sawdust

by Tia Ngarimu

Newsletter - Term 1 Number 10

PARENT INTERVIEWS – We have almost finished our summative assessments – (a snapshot of where the students are by formal testing). We use this data to inform our planning along with many other markers to their progress and understanding.

We will have interviews on Thursday of next week the 14^th of April, beginning at 3.15 pm. Please complete the form at the bottom of the newsletter. It will be a case of first in first served for time slots. Senior students are welcome to be a part of this process.

FUNDRAISING – There will be a meeting of the fundraising team on Friday the 8^th April at 3pm.

GROCERY RAFFLE – Our thanks to those who have sent along items for the raffle. We still need more groceries for this raffle. It is a good chance to clear out your pantry and discover some hidden gems. I know I have.

BOT MEETING – There will be a BOT meeting on Wednesday the 13^th of April. All are welcome.

SPELLING BEE – This event is this Saturday, the 9^th of March. Registration is at 10.30, with proceedings beginning at 11am. Best wishes to James, Stephanie and Corban, who will carry the flag for Coroglen School.

RAFT BUILDING DAY – This will be on Friday the 8^th of March at 9 am. All materials must be biodegradable as the rafts are not recovered and become part of the ecosystem.

SUSTAINABLE COASTLINES – We had an interesting day yesterday with Riley from ‘Sustainable Coastlines’. He gave a talk about the importance of keeping manmade waste off our beaches and out of our seas. We then went to Hot Water Beach and were amazed at the range and amount of rubbish we were able to collect. Thanks you to all the intrepid helpers who battled some chilling rain, freezing winds and finally bright sunshine. As we were driving in to school the rain began again in earnest. We did have only a window of opportunity.

WORK - I have the privilege of reading some great writing from the students at Coroglen School and I have published some at the end of this newsletter.

SPORTS NOTICE – Mercury Bay fifth grade beat Thames in Thames by 24 -12. Angus Arthur was player of the day.

Mercury Bay sixth grade beat Te Aroha 34 -15. Chance Haddon was back of the day and Liam McQueen was forward of the day. Congratulations to both teams.

On a personal note I would like thank everyone for their help and support when Mum was so sick. The Board were very understanding allowing me the time I needed. I also would like to acknowledge Jean for stepping seamlessly into the job and keeping my seat warm. I have also appreciated your kind words of condolence. Two people have commented in the last couple of days about what a special place this is and I tautoko this.

Ka kite ano