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Friday 12 September
Dates for your Diary
Monday 15 September
- Primary Te Wiki o te Reo Maori Week (All Week)
- Student Council Quiz Night: 'Hurstory in the Making', Arena (6.00pm)
Tuesday 16 September
- Year 4-6 Speech Finals, Theatre (11.00am-12.40pm)
- Year 13 Graduation Rehearsal, Theatre (8.45am)
- Year 8 Tongariro Camp Parent Information Evening (6.00-7.00pm)
Wednesday 17 September
- College Giant Game of Tag (Youth for Seas Leadership Programme)
- North Harbour Volleyball Girls Zone Day (All Day)
Thursday 18 September
- North Harbour Volleyball Boys Zone Day (All Day)
- Years 9-13 Sports Awards
Friday 19 September
- New Entrant Orientation
- New Entrant Parenting Session
- Graduation Parade (11.00am-1.30pm)
Message from Dawn
Tēnā koutou katoa
We enter Week 9 with mixed emotions. It has been a wonderful term full of achievements and successes, and we can be proud of all that has been accomplished. While we look forward to a well-deserved break, this week also brings the bittersweet moment of saying farewell to our Year 13 students.
On Friday, we will hold our Graduation Walk and Ceremony; a special occasion to celebrate the Year 13s, acknowledge their service to the school, and wish them well as they take the next step towards their goals. This cohort has consistently lived out our school values, and their Spirit Week activities will ensure their final days here are both memorable and joyful.
On Thursday, we will also host the Sports Prizegiving for Years 9-13, a chance to recognise and celebrate the outstanding sporting successes of our students this year.
Although many in our community will be enjoying a well-earned rest over the break, Cambridge Examinations will be taking place on campus, along with tutorials for senior students preparing for their assessments.
I would like to extend my very best wishes to our graduating students, may you enjoy this final week of school. You have truly earned it.
Ngā mihi nui,
Dawn Sullivan
College News
OnScreen NZ Student Film Competition
Wishing the Pinehurst Media Club Success with their Entries!
The Pinehurst Media Club have been hard at work over the term developing storylines and characters in preparation for their OnScreen NZ Submission.
The OnScreen NZ student film competition is one of the largest in Aotearoa and works to support and promote young creative talents. With the submission deadline on the 17 September, our groups have been working hard finalising their filming and editing to complete their short films.
We wish our entries the best of luck and look forward to seeing their completed work!
Message from Sian
Kia ora tatou,
It’s hard to believe we’re already in the final week of Term 3! Everyone has commented on how quickly the term has flown by, and it’s no wonder as we’ve packed so much into these past weeks. Our students have worked hard, played hard, and had plenty of fun along the way.
As we look ahead to Term 4, we’re excited to spend more time outdoors, making the most of our beautiful learning environment. Next week, we’ll be celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori across the school, embracing the richness of te reo in our classrooms and throughout the school.
A highlight this week is the Year 4–6 Speech Finals, happening Tuesday 16th September at 11am in the Theatre. Our 15 finalists will impress us with persuasive and informative speeches; this is always a favourite event.
We also look forward to cheering on our Year 13 students during their Graduation Parade on Friday 19th September from 11am. What a special moment for our whole school community as we celebrate their journey and thank them for their leadership.
Kia pai ngā rā whakata,
Sian Coxon
Primary News
Te Wiki o te Reo Māori – Māori Language Week
Next week we will be celebrating Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week). This is a special time across Aotearoa where we recognise and promote the importance of te reo Māori as a unique taonga (treasure).
At Pinehurst we will be intentionally using more Māori words and phrases in our classrooms and around the school. Our aim is to build confidence and make te reo a natural part of our everyday activities and learning.
We encourage whānau to join us by trying out some phrases at home too, every word spoken helps keep the language alive and thriving.
Kia kaha te reo Māori-Let’s make the Māori language strong
Everyday Phrases to Try at Home
Kia ora – Hello / Thank you
Mōrena – Good morning
Ata mārie – Good morning
Ahiahi mārie – Good morning
Pō mārie – Good night
Ka pai! – Well done / Good job
Āe – Yes
Kāo – No
Haere mai – Come here / Welcome
E noho – Sit down
Ka kite ano – See you again
Community News
What Are You Planning for These School Holidays?
With the holiday season fast approaching, we know many families are starting to plan activities for the upcoming break. Each term, we receive a range of promotional material about school holiday programmes available across Auckland, offering opportunities to suit a variety of interests.
While your local community board remains the best resource for exploring all available options, we are pleased to share details of the programmes that have been sent to us by members of our wider school community.
Please note that the school does not advocate for or endorse any particular programme, we simply provide this information as a service to our families.
For more information about upcoming holiday activities, please visit School Bridge and click on 'Co-Curricular'.
Notices and Events
Student Council Quiz Night: 'Hurstory in the Making' - Get your tickets for Monday night!
When: Monday 15 September 6.00pm
Where: Pinehurst Arena
Theme: Through the Decades
Years 9-13, Parents & Staff, Teams of 3-8
Step into a time machine and test your knowledge from the 2000s all the way back to the 1950s! From brainrot to history, sport to music – there’s something for everyone. In between these quiz categories, various minigames will be hosted by our lovely MCs to make the night more rad! Prizes will also be available to be won!
Buy your tickets now on Humanitix for ONLY $10 (pizza included in your ticket)! You can bring your own snacks and drinks as well, so DO NOT miss out on the fun! Tickets close tonight.
It’ll be an evening full of laughter, surprises, and fun. Don’t miss it – your decade awaits!
Our Dad’s F&T at Hazy Tiger brought together great company, fantastic food, and the chance to connect and unwind — thanks to everyone who joined us!
Lost Property Reminder
As we move further into the term, we’ve noticed a growing collection of unnamed clothing in our lost property.
We kindly ask all parents and caregivers to ensure that every item of school clothing including jackets, jumpers, hats, and PE gear, is clearly named. Named items can be quickly returned to their rightful owners by our lost property monitors.
Our current collection of lost property will be displayed in the Street on Monday and Tuesday next week. We encourage students and families to come and check for any missing items.
Any unclaimed items after Thursday next week will be donated to local charitable organisations.
Uniform Shop Holiday Hours
Week 9 Term 3 - CLOSED (15-19 September)
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Week 1 School Holidays: CLOSED ALL WEEK
Week 2 School Holidays: OPEN THURSDAY & FRIDAY
9.00am until 12.00pm and 12.30pm until 4.00pm
Normal trading hours will resume in Term 4:
Monday: 8.00am until 10.00am & 12.30pm until 4.00pm
Wednesday: 8.00am until 10.00am & 2.30pm until 4.00pm
Thursday: 8.00 am until 10.00 am and 2.30 pm until 4.00 pm
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