Monday, November 30, 2015

Friday, November 27, 2015

Hannah Dunbar wins inaugural Leadership Award for 2016

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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.

Christmas Drinks & Nibbles

ChristmasChristmas — by Amesbury Office

Thursday 10th December, 7:30-10:00pm

Important - Changes to Hubs for 2016

HarakekeHarakeke — by Lesley Murrihy

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

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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!

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Congratulations to Holly, Kaitlin, Kate and Grace for outstanding success in ...

A fantastic turnout at the International Community Celebration

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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

Haka to Neala and Matilda, the Term 3, Amesbury Awesomeness Award recipientsHaka to Neala and Matilda, the Term 3, Amesbury Awesomeness Award recipients — by admin Amesbury School

Congratulations to our Amesbury Awesomeness Award recipients for term 3...

Friday, November 20, 2015

International Community Celebration is still on!

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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

Women's Movie Night

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Tuesday, 1st December @ 7:00pm - all welcome!

Where's Wally? 

Mischa, with the amazing 'Where's Wally?' cake she made with Kirsty for our Living Globally inquiry. Mischa, with the amazing 'Where's Wally?' cake she made with Kirsty for our Living Globally inquiry.  — by Urs Cunningham

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

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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

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Today we were captivated by Linda Hansen aka 'Shadow the Storyteller' who shared traditional Celtic tales from Scotland, Wales and Ireland...

Friday, November 13, 2015

Are you a cycling enthusiast?

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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!

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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

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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. 

Friday, November 6, 2015

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Cultural Dress Parade

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Used with permission from Celestecast through Creative CommonsUsed with permission from Celestecast through Creative Commons — by Urs Cunningham

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

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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)

High Five!High Five! — by Amesbury Office

Congratulations to all students who received a High Five certificate in Week 3.