"Together we are lifelong CREST learners"
Principal's Message
Kia ora koutou
As a school we want to maintain good relationships with our school neighbours. Whilst living near a school may be desirable for some and a choice for others, it doesn’t mean that it’s a desired option for all. Therefore, as a school we do try to address concerns raised by neighbours as best as we can.
Recently, I have heard from residents in Beachwater Grove who are very upset with driver behaviour in their street including cars being side-swiped, driveways being blocked and aggressive notes being left on cars!
This is so disappointing to hear. So I implore everyone to spread the word about safe, legal and respectful driver behaviour around PBS.
Please keep reading this newsletter for information on:
- Board Elections Update
- Out of Zone applications
Upcoming dates of importance:
- Tonight (19 August) – Board meeting at 6.30pm in the staffroom
- Wednesday, 20 August – PBS Dance Group off to “NZ Dance Made” competition in Lower Hutt – Best of luck team!
- Thursday this week (21 August) – please collect your children at 1pm due to Paid Union meetings. Thank you for supporting us in this way. NB: If you have difficulty arranging child care we will have some limited supervision available at school, so please contact the school office.
- ARTSPLASH event in Wellington for our choir, wearable arts group and dance group – You’ve got this 🙂
Ngā mihi nui
Jess Ward
Principal – Tumuaki
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PRINCIPAL’S C.R.E.S.T CORNER:
At PBS we champion our school C.R.E.S.T values in everything we do.
Curiosity. Respect. Excellence. Self Management. Teamwork
I was fortunate to get out of the office last week and enjoy the sunshine at the Junior Winter Tournament. I was so proud of the great teamwork I saw on display at the football; every player, whether they were a long-time player or new to the game, really put in a super effort and shared the successes they achieved as a collective. Ka rawe koutou!
Welcome to Our Recent New Students
Maddox and Anwyn – both in Rm 25
Have You Checked Out Our Community Notices Directory?
Do you need to advertise your business, an upcoming event, need child care, or looking for a gift or new club to join? Check out the PBS Community Directory on our website https://kapiti.pbs.school.nz/
BOARD ELECTION NEWS
Voting Open
Voting is now open for the election of five parent representatives to the Paraparaumu Beach School Board. Election Pilot have been appointed as the Returning Officer for this election, and you will be receiving voting information directly from them.
All eligible voters will receive voting instructions as well as candidate profiles and photos from those that have provided them.
If you have any questions about the election process, please contact the Returning Officer directly on 0800 VOTENZ (0800 868 369) or election@electionpilot.nz.
Voting closes at 4pm on Wednesday, 10 September.
REMINDER: Paid Union Meeting - This Thursday
Due to our paid union meeting on Thursday, 21 August we are asking parents to collect their child at 1pm. There will be limited supervision available if you cannot arrange cover for your child.
Please advise the office asap if you need supervision for your child on this afternoon.
Thank you.
Out of Zone Applications
Twice a year we will call for applications for five year old new entrants who haven’t started school yet and are living out of the school zone. The next round of applications will open in mid-September and will close at 4pm on 13 October. This will be for five year old children due to start school during the first half of 2026.
If you have a five year old new entrant due to start school during this time, then please contact the office on 298 5775 and we will arrange for you to receive application papers. If you have already been in touch with your details, then we will email the documents out to you.
In Other News ...
This morning our office staff came in to find hot water bottles radiating warmth on their chairs. Turns out our kind caretaker, JT, decided to start this cold day off with kindness; what a magnificent role model of the CREST values!
Using Māori Language at Home
Learning another language provides many benefits including greater academic achievement, greater cognitive development, and more positive attitudes towards other languages and cultures. So, let’s give it a go and help to revitalise this unique language to Aotearoa for our tamariki. Each week our newsletter will include words or phrases that you might like to try out at your kāinga/home.
Here are some essential kupu that you may hear ia ra (everyday)
Give these phrases a try this week:
Māku koe e āwhina – I will help you
Mā tātou koe e āwhina – We will help you
Kid's Quote
After going to the office to seek medical attention for banging her head, a young student told her teacher she had “just been to the incredible room”!
Te Moana – Junior Winter Tournament
Over the past five weeks, Te Moana students have been busy preparing for the annual Interschool Junior Winter Tournament. Students selected to play either hockey, netball, football, or rippa rugby, dedicating time each week to develop their skills. While some were new to their chosen sport, others were more experienced and enjoyed the challenge of playing in the competitive division.
The tournament day, last Wednesday, brought sunny skies and plenty of excitement, as our players represented us with pride. They showed teamwork, effort and excellence in line with our CREST values. It was a fantastic day of competition, growth and sports-manship. We are incredibly proud of every student who took part.
A big thank you to all the parents who helped supervise and manage teams. We truly appreciate your support in making this day possible.
NETBALL
Reminder to Return Netball Tops
PBS Jewels, PBS Sparkles and PBS Diamonds players, can you please remember to bring your washed netball top back to school.
Semi-Finals Weekend
We are coming to the end of the netball season and it is semi-finals weekend. Best of luck to all the teams playing this weekend.
School Polo Shirts
Don’t forget you can purchase your school polo shirt through Kindo or with correct cash at the office. Shirts cost $55 each and it is necessary that students have their own top for sports such as touch rugby (coming up soon) etc.
TE MOANA FUNDRAISING
Hotdogs - Orders Closing Tonight
Midweek Munchies
Recent Student Achievements
Kartsport: On the weekend Jesse got a new personal best of 48.14 for his lap times and a top speed of 82km an hour and learnt lots of new skills. He was awarded second place and got a certificate and a signed hat from 48 super car legend Ryan Wood. Well done!
Future Student Achievements
If your child has an achievement you would like us to share in our newsletter, then please send details (and a picture if you would like) to mbarfoote@pbs.school.nz
Kāpiti Half Run the Coast
Inclusive Whānau Network - 27 August
