Newsletters

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora, Firstly, a huge thank you to our amazing PTA for once again organising the New World Grocery Grab raffle. Your dedication—from arranging tickets and creating advertising, to distributing and collecting raffle books, and even spending evenings and weekends selling tickets outside New World—makes such a … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora, One real joy of my job is watching kids play when I’m on duty.  I love watching them create games, enjoy each other’s company and get active.  It’s a perfect score when they show how easy it is to be sun-safe when doing so. Don’t … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hi Everyone, After the hot day we had yesterday, it’s a timely reminder to keep our tamariki SUN SAFE. While we provide many resources, our budget doesn’t stretch to sunscreen for every student. We kindly ask that parents apply sunscreen to their children before they arrive at … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora koutou, In today’s newsletter you’ll find information on:  The Board’s Outstanding Achievers Award – Nominations close soon! PBS AROHA fund – can you donate just $5? Inclusive Network Meeting details Did you join us at the local Kapa Haka festival at Southwards last Friday? If you … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora PBS parents and whānau, I want to start today’s newsletter congratulating 2025’s Head Students for Paraparaumu College, Isla Fellows and Josh Ray!  Isla and Josh are both former PBS kids who continue to shine brightly.  Our staff were delighted to hear of their success and … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Hello Everyone, In today’s newsletter you can read about:  The Board’s Outstanding Achievers Award – details on how to nominate students Class requests process 2025 – closes this Friday Board news PTA’s Grocery Grab raffle – be in to win  It’s been great to see the return … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora Whānau, It’s great to have everyone back at school for Term 4.  We have had a number of new enrolments at PBS and we warmly welcome those kids and their families into our community! With only 45 school days until the end of the year … Read more

“Together we are lifelong CREST learners” Principal’s Message Kia ora Whānau, One school term left! I am so proud of all the achievements students have made during the last 10 weeks.  I have seen so many examples of skilful writing, clever maths, fabulous art, wonderful reading, and feats of excellence in sporting events and academic … Read more