Wednesday, 14 December 2016
Year 8 Leavers
Tonight was the Year 8s leavers dinner at the Tin Hut. We all had a lovely meal and a great time.
Saturday, 10 December 2016
Waiorongomai Camp
Last week we went on a fantastic camp to Waiorongomai Farm. The weather on Thursday threatened to spoil our plans, but we were determined to not let it beat us.
Our day started in the classroom with a Waiorongomai Homestead and Farm Webquest. We then considered all of the things that could potentially go wrong while we were camping, who was responsible for preventing these from happening, and how we can prevent them.
As it was raining most of the morning, we decided to stay in town until towards the end of the day. We ventured over to the Kiwi Hall after morning tea to play some camp games, and set up a chair and sheet Tent City.
Quick chat at base camp then time to set up house!
Once everything was in place and our beds were prepared, it was time to put something in those empty tummies. Burgers were on the menu, with fruit salad and cream for desert. Cards and Connect 4 kept everyone busy for a while as the light started to diminish, then twilight called for camouflage in the bush, softball and quick game of spotlight.
While our tents were drying, there was time for another visit to the bush for more games of camouflage...
Our day started in the classroom with a Waiorongomai Homestead and Farm Webquest. We then considered all of the things that could potentially go wrong while we were camping, who was responsible for preventing these from happening, and how we can prevent them.
As it was raining most of the morning, we decided to stay in town until towards the end of the day. We ventured over to the Kiwi Hall after morning tea to play some camp games, and set up a chair and sheet Tent City.
Just after 3:30, it was time to head out to our real camping site - even though it was still raining. We had a stop at the amazingly clean woolshed (thanks Karla!) while we considered whether it was too wet to set up tents. The rain appeared to be easing so we moved on to the camp site.
Quick chat at base camp then time to set up house!
After a rainy night, we woke up very early to a fine morning. With breakfast eaten and beds packed away, the cards and Connect 4 came out again.
While our tents were drying, there was time for another visit to the bush for more games of camouflage...
... food, cards then back to school for a hot chip lunch and movie.
We would like to say a HUGE thank you to Mrs O'Driscoll and Rick for coming along to help, and to Mrs Watson for making the camp so awesome. Although we lost three of our classmates to illness and injury, the camp went well due to the students being so well behaved. This was a great way to finish the year together!!
Term 4
I can't believe we are at the end of the year already!! This term has gone so fast and I haven't managed to post any of the photos I have taken! Here are a couple of the things that kept us busy.
PLANT SALE:
In preparation for the plant sale at the garden tour on the weekend of the 12th November, students in Takitimu potted up plants that were donated, and planted some seeds.
The plant sale was very successful, with the proceeds going towards next year's camp. Thank you to Nate, Brian, Jack, Katie, Liam, Ella, Emma and Julia for helping at this event.
MISSION DAY:
Throughout the term, we have been very busy re-purposing wooden pallets to create fantastic outdoor furniture. The students worked hard on these projects, creating high quality final products that were fit for purpose.
Nate, Brian, Rosemary, Willie and Dylan created a large planter box seat.
Hunter, Ella and Gabe made a pallet couch.
Jordan and Joseph created a small table that was painted black with splashes of colour (unfortunately it somehow missed the photo shoot).
This project saw the students design and create a product that was strong, durable and fit for purpose. During the planning stages, the groups had to consider the size of the final product, the different materials they were going to need, the construction of the item, and how it was going to be finished.
These items were auctioned at the Mission Day Market, with the proceeds going to the people of Kaikoura. Well done everyone!
(yes this is just make-up!!)
PLANT SALE:
In preparation for the plant sale at the garden tour on the weekend of the 12th November, students in Takitimu potted up plants that were donated, and planted some seeds.
MISSION DAY:
Throughout the term, we have been very busy re-purposing wooden pallets to create fantastic outdoor furniture. The students worked hard on these projects, creating high quality final products that were fit for purpose.
Jack, Jasmine, Julia and Fletcher made a smaller planter box seat.
Hunter, Ella and Gabe made a pallet couch.
Jordan and Joseph created a small table that was painted black with splashes of colour (unfortunately it somehow missed the photo shoot).
This project saw the students design and create a product that was strong, durable and fit for purpose. During the planning stages, the groups had to consider the size of the final product, the different materials they were going to need, the construction of the item, and how it was going to be finished.
ROAD PATROL POOL PARTY:
Well done to everyone who has been part of the road patrol safety team. The following photos are from the pool party celebration.
YEAR 8 MOVING ON CONFERENCE:
On Monday 5th December, the Year 8s went to Kuranui for the Moving On Conference. They they listened to the inspiring speech by Belinda Caldwell about dreaming big, working hard and persevering. Even if you lose 17 times in a row, if it is what you really want to do, then you must find the strength to push on and keep trying.
The students then participated in a variety of workshops.
(yes this is just make-up!!)
For more photos of the Moving On Conference, click on THIS LINK
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