Newsletters

“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

“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

“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

“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