The end of another fantastic (4th) year...
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
A BIG thanks from staff
Staff of Amesbury School are overwhelmed by the High Five Award for Excellence and the gift they have been presented with by parents.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Assisting Transition to Year 7
Over the last two weeks, the year six students have been involved in a transition/leadership programme.
High Five Awards - Week 9 (07-11 December, 2015)
Congratulations to all of our students who received a High Five award in week 9.
Student reports go out today.
The end of the 2015 school year is drawing nigh! Our end of year student reports go live on ALF (our Amesbury Learning Framework) today.
Leavers leave us proud
Last night (Monday night) a very special event in the school's calendar occurred - the year 6 Leavers' dinner and celebration.
Friday, December 11, 2015
Super Learners
The 2016 Koru Year 2 and 3 superheros strike a pose at their new entrance into Karaka...
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Itinerary for the last few days of term.
New uniform items for 2016?
If you require any new uniform items for next year, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can ensure we have sufficient stock.
High Five Awards - Week 8 (30 November - 4 December 2015)
Congratulations to all students who received a High Five Award in week 8 of term 4.
Friday, December 4, 2015
Amesbury Athletics Achievement
Well done to these students who made it to Interzone this year, and congratulations to Harry, Callum, Freeman and Hannah who then qualified to compete at Regionals with great results!
720 sausages coming our way
In the new year we're going to 'sizzle' up funding to buy bikes and helmets to be used on our new bike track - thanks Hellers!
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Confirming teachers in learning teams for 2016.
Now that we have confirmed appointments for next year, we can announce the teachers in each of our three learning teams for 2016.
Library Books for Summer
Looking forward to relaxing with a book by the river, beach or pool? Come in and get a good collection of books before the last day of school.
Sustainable Coastlines
Today all the Year 4s and 5s went on a trip to Titahi Bay to make a change by cleaning up the coast.
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Last Subway lunch order this year!
Next Wednesday, 9th December will be the last day for Subway lunch orders this year.
Monday, November 30, 2015
High Five Awards - Week 7 (23-27 November, 2015)
Congratulations to all students who received a High Five Award in week 7.
Friday, November 27, 2015
Hannah Dunbar wins inaugural Leadership Award for 2016
Hannah Dunbar received her award from Mayor Celia Wade Brown last night at the Newlands Community Centre along with the winners from each school in the Northern Suburbs.
Important - Changes to Hubs for 2016
Due to current roll growth and expected roll growth, we have had to make changes to the way our school is organised. Te Rito will be a new "hub" within the Koru Hub building. Read on to find out more about this.
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Minister Nikki Kaye speaks about Amesbury School as a "great example of innovation" in education
Nikki Kaye, Associate Minister of Education, recently spoke to an international audience of senior education leaders at the Bett Asia Leadership Summit, Singapore, about the innovative approaches being implemented at Amesbury School.
Students celebrating achievement in sport and music!
Congratulations to Holly, Kaitlin, Kate and Grace for outstanding success in ...
A fantastic turnout at the International Community Celebration
It was a blaze of colour and activity - thanks to everyone that came along and participated to make it such a successful and fun event!
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Haka to Neala and Matilda
Congratulations to our Amesbury Awesomeness Award recipients for term 3...
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Monday, November 23, 2015
High Five Awards for Week 6, Term 4 (16-20 November, 2015)
Congratulations to all students awarded a High Five Award in week 6.
Good luck to our athletes competing at Inter Zone!
Meeting tonight at school from 6-7pm. We're starting to plan the bike riding, pump and skills tracks
Come along if you're a parent that's got some ideas or experience with this sort of thing, or are just keen to be involved!
Friday, November 20, 2015
International Community Celebration is still on!
Despite the weather we have a backup plan, and are moving our 'courtyard setting' indoors to the hall. Some things are starting a little later - here's the new schedule...
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Where's Wally?
No need to ask today...Wally's in Harakeke Hub, thanks to the amazing baking skills of Mischa and Kirsty.
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
International Community Celebration happening here on Friday 5.30-7.30pm - all welcome
Come along for dinner and a show at Amesbury School. We've got student walk-through expos, Indian dance, cultural dress parade, music and fabulous food!
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Celtic Stories
Today we were captivated by Linda Hansen aka 'Shadow the Storyteller' who shared traditional Celtic tales from Scotland, Wales and Ireland...
Monday, November 16, 2015
High Five Awards - Week 5, Term 4 (09-13 November, 2015)
Congratulations to all students who received a High Five Award in Week 5.
Friday, November 13, 2015
Are you a cycling enthusiast?
We're starting to plan and explore ideas for the bike riding, pump and skills tracks at Amesbury School...
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Paddington welcomed back to Churton Park by a very excited crowd!
After adventuring around the world, Paddington returned to Amesbury School today to share stories of his travels (and some cake!)...
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Scholastic Book Fair
Volunteers needed for next week's book fair. Books can be viewed and purchased from Thursday 19th to Tuesday 24th November. Great stocking fillers for christmas.
Monday, November 9, 2015
Playground funding
Many thanks to the Johnsonville Charitable Trust for their support and generous contribution of $25,000 towards the new playground!
Friday, November 6, 2015
High Five Awards - Week 4, Term 4 (02-09 November, 2015)
Congratulations to all students who received a High Five award last week;
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Cultural Dress Parade
Great opportunity for students to wear and share their traditional or cultural dress at the International Community Celebration on Friday 20th November...
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Celebrate the All Blacks - wear your All Blacks' gear to school on Friday
Friday is a very special day as we celebrate the return of our conquering heroes. Students are welcome to come to school dressed in their All Blacks gear or as their favourite All Black.
Powhiri postponed due to All Blacks' Parade
The powhiri due to be held this Friday to welcome new students to Amesbury School has been postponed because many students will be attending the parade. We will let you know when we have rescheduled.
Bikes in Schools - coming to Churton Park
Amesbury School has been selected for Bikes in Schools funding of $50,000 to go towards setting up a bike track!
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Wellington Parade for the victorious All Blacks.
Go and support the All Blacks as they bring the Webb Ellis Cup home for the third time.
Sunday Star Times' article - response received from Wellington College Headmaster
Mr Roger Moses responded to Lesley Murrihy's comments regarding the front page Sunday Star Times' article about modern learning environments. Mr Moses asked for his article to be shared with the school community. His response and Lesley's further response are included below.
Monday, November 2, 2015
High Five Awards - Week 3, Term 4 (26 - 30 October 2015)
Congratulations to all students who received a High Five certificate in Week 3.