Kia ora, Glamorgan Whānau

I hope you all enjoyed a restful term break. While the weather may have disrupted some plans (it certainly did mine!), I did manage to escape into our beautiful National Park for some invigorating hikes. It was a great way to recharge before the term ahead.

This week, our Year 6 students have been on their highly anticipated camp at Camp Bentzon on Kawau Island – an experience that often becomes a highlight of their time here. Outdoor education offers invaluable opportunities for our tamariki to try new things, step outside their comfort zones, and build resilience. It's also a fantastic way to strengthen relationships as they navigate challenges and share experiences together, and to foster a deeper appreciation for the unique outdoors and landscapes of Aotearoa. They might be a little tired this weekend, but I'm sure they'll be coming home with many special memories!

A camp of this nature simply couldn't happen without the incredible support of our parent volunteers and the endless organisation and preparation undertaken by our dedicated teaching team. To the following parents who joined us, thank you so much for your time and commitment. Volunteers: Alex Evans, Peter Spencer, Emma Phillips, Jo Butler, Lena Davis, Laurinda Sheers, Willem Swart, Candice Osry, Tina Main, Andrea Southgate, Estrade Prinsloo, Rick McQuillan, Heather Murray, Pablo Spada, and Damien Knowles. And a special acknowledgement to Nicole King, our Deputy Principal of Senior School; Michaela Nicol, our Year 6 Lead; Glenn Sheers; and Maxi Compodonico, our Year 6 team teachers – we are deeply appreciative of everything you did to make this camp such a success for our kids.

Next Thursday, May 08, we will have our annual Lockdown practice. A further letter about this process will be shared with all families next week. We ask for your support in discussing this with your children before the practice. Like fire drills, this practice can help us feel more confident with the procedures should we ever need them. We tend to think about lockdowns for worst-case scenarios, such as the tragic events that took place in Christchurch in 2019. However, this quick practice helps our learners understand that a lockdown may often be triggered for simple scenarios, such as a swarm of bees, a dangerous dog, or a concerning event nearby. Whatever the scenario, this practice aims to have everyone ready to respond should we need to. Thank you in advance for your support. 

Ngā mihi nui, 

Anna-Marie McAleer

Tumuaki - Principal

We want to invite your valuable input into our school's Health Education programme. As required by the Board of Trustees, we undertake a review of our Health Education delivery every two years, and we are now commencing this consultation process with our school community.

These consultations help us ensure that our Health Education curriculum effectively meets the needs of our students and aligns with the values of our community. While the formal consultation specifically focuses on the content and delivery of Health Education within the curriculum, we also recognise that high-quality Health Education is most impactful when supported by a whole-school culture that promotes wellbeing for all students.

Learning in Health Education provides our students with the essential knowledge and skills they need to promote their own wellbeing, both within the school environment and beyond. This consultation process is specifically focused on this crucial aspect of their schooling – how we equip them with the tools for a healthy and thriving life.

One change since the last consultation in 2023, the MOE, as part of the curriculum refresh, has removed the relationships and sexuality (RSE) guidelines and resources. Schools have been instructed to align with the 2007 version of the New Zealand Curriculum. If you would like to give feedback on the MOE's changes to the RSE please see the information below. 

Thank you for your partnership in your child's education. We appreciate you completing this survey. It will be open from 02 May until 23 May, 2025. 

LINK for Glamorgan survey

MOE Consultation 

The consultation period is open from 11 April – 9 May 2025. We welcome you to have your say and share your expertise and insights on these very important topics.

You can read the draft RSE framework using the link below or going to Materials that come with this resource above:

Have your say on the framework here:

"I will only use beautiful uplifting words"

If you’ve been to one of my talks, you’ll know I swear, but I don't want my kids to swear while they’re young. It’s just a personal thing. Maybe you don't mind your kids swearing, and that's totally cool too. Your house, your rules.

Washing a kid’s mouth out with soap is not a great approach — it’s mean, it's a battle, and honestly, it’s over way too quickly.

Lines, though? Lines take ages to write out, and that’s the whole point — it works. Our kids still don’t swear at home because they know they’ll be writing for a good long while if they do! "I will only use beautiful uplifting words"

Science Academy
We’re launching a special 3-week afterschool programme full of exciting science adventures! Each week brings a new experiment packed with fun and engaging activities to spark curiosity and a love of learning.

Wednesday 14th May Crazy Chemistry 

Wednesday 21st May Edible Science 

Wednesday 28th May The Earth Lab

Kiwi Jams, Rhino Guardians, Bloom in June – and more!

Is closet cleaning on the horizon? Or are those school/sport uniforms just a little too snug now? We'd love to find a new home for your pre-loved school uniforms with another Glamorgan student!

We've set up a donation bin in the school office, ready to receive any clean uniforms you're happy to pass on. 

Thank you for your support!

●        Saturday 14th June, FOTS presents Beats By BINGO, Musical Icons edition. 

●        Book your babysitters, because this one is just for the grown ups! 

●        Tickets on sale NOW. 

●        Follow this link to secure your tickets to quite possibly, the best night you’ll have all year. 

●        We are still collating items to be auctioned and used as spot prizes on the night. If you think you can contribute, drop us an email fots@glamorgan.school.nz 

 

A huge thank you to the businesses within our fantastic school community who have gotten in behind us to help make this event happen. Every little bit helps and the more support we have, the more we are able to support Glamorgan School!

 

  

●        Monday 12th May - FOTS Hui #4 

●        Friday 16th May - Pink Shirt Day Sausage Sizzle 

●        Friday 6th June - National Doughnut Day 

●        Monday 9th June - FOTS Hui #5 

●        Saturday 14th June - It’s BINGO Night Baby! 

You're warmly invited to join us for the upcoming Open Week at Kaitiaki Kindergartens—come and explore any of our 13 beautiful locations!

Whether you’re planning ahead or ready to enrol, this is the perfect chance to explore what makes Kaitiaki Kindergartens truly special.

Pop in during Open Week – we’d love to meet you.  Let the journey of joyful learning begin!

Reserve your spot now on Humanitix:

Morning Drop-Off:
Between 8:15 am and 9:15 am, families cannot park in the lane closest to the school. This lane is for through traffic only.
Please ensure last-minute tasks like applying sunscreen, closing backpacks, and sharing reminders are done before entering the drop zone. This helps keep traffic flowing smoothly.

Afternoon Pick-Up:
The drop zone is closed from 2:30 pm to 3:10 pm.

Please ensure all vehicles are parked in designated spots—not on curbs or walkways. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our school community safe and running smoothly.