Busy times so far this term!

This term is flying by - the students are just outstanding as they make the most of opportunities offered to them at Raroa.  Our School Bands have been hard at work (thanks to Eddie Martin and Clemmie Westlake our amazing staff who guide the students with such skill and knowledge)!

Tournament of Minds is front of mind for 35 students - they are in the midst of the 6 week challenge leading up to Tournament Day.  The challenge of not being able to have nay feedback or advice from anyone is exciting but nerve-wracking at the same time.  We wish the 5 teams all the best at Tournament Day on 31 August at Victoria University.  Thanks to staff member Jimmy Steele - out additional staff member this year.

Mathletes continue to welcome challenge after challenge as they further develop their mathematician's skills.  Supporting their development in problem-solving is the use of the Otago Maths Problem Solving Competition.  Only one more opportunity this coming week with Set 5 on its way. Wellington Mathswell Competition this week - all the best to our 6 member team.

Our Ext(reme) Writers have been exploring Shakespeare's use of language and plot devices in "Hamlet".  The highlight of this learning was attending Pop-Up Globe's performance of Hamlet at the State Opera House. 

NIWA Wellington Regional Science Fair is NEXT WEEK!  We have 23 students putting their final touches to the presentation boards.  We also wish them all the best in this competition!

Kapowai students have been focusing on knowing how the brain and body link up in times of challenge (see video).  Also, celebrating our strengths, and others' strengths using  24 character attributes.