Newsletter 2025/05

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou  It’s Moving March! Let’s all encourage kids to walk, scooter and bike to school this month. I received a lovely update from our senior camp.  After a long trek yesterday, students from Rooms 7, 14 and 16 made it to Nelson and settled into … Read more

Newsletter 2025/04

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou Just a reminder that this Thursday our school is closed for a teacher-only day (deemed a ‘curriculum day’ by the Minister).  On this day our teachers will be exploring the new Maths curriculum in greater depth with a Ministry provided facilitator. Thanks for tuning … Read more

Newsletter 2025/03

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi everyone We have two events we would love to see you at this week; tomorrow night’s talk with Rob Cope and our school Picnic on Friday! Tomorrow night’s talk (Wednesday, 19 February, 7pm-9pm – gold coin entry) in the school hall with Rob Cope is well … Read more

Newsletter 2025/02

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi everyone We have two events we would love to see you at next week!   The first is a parent information evening on Wednesday, 19 February, 7pm-9pm, which I encourage at least one parent from each whānau to attend.  The presenter, Rob Cope, will be talking to … Read more

Newsletter 2025/01

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia Ora PBS Whānau and new members of our school community. WELCOME BACK! It’s been fantastic to see the school grounds flooded with smiles and the sound of kids once again. Our school year has started with a great dose of positivity, which is uplifting for everyone … Read more

Newsletter 2024/40

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, As we wrap up 2024, I want to reflect on our shared journey as a community of lifelong CREST learners. Together, we’ve continued to embrace our school values of Curiosity, Respect, Excellence, Self-Management, and Teamwork in everything we do. These values have been at … Read more

Newsletter 2024/39

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, I’ve decided to start this second to last newsletter for 2024 with an issue I need your help with – teaching kids about racism.  Thankfully it’s not a common complaint I hear from kids at PBS but it certainly does occur. So whilst end … Read more

Newsletter 2024/38

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi everyone, At PBS, our school year ends on Tuesday, 17 December at 12.30pm, which is 14 days away. We still have a lot to accomplish in that time, so please keep your kids in those great school and sleep routines as best you can. You’re doing … Read more