Warm Up for Young Vinnies Mufti Day & $2 Hot Chocolate Next Friday!

Last Ooshie Swap Hour Monday, August 24th Lunchtime (1:15 PM) in Galilee 1

Last Swap Meet at School

Guidelines for Monday:

*Bring Ooshies in a safe container or bag to keep them secure.
*Only bring the Ooshies you are willing to swap.
*If your child simply wants to give some away to friends, that is welcome too!

Hot Dogs available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Spare ice cream containers needed for the Vinnies Cake Stall!

Got any clean 2L ice cream containers taking up space in your cupboards? We need them for the upcoming Cake Stall!

Please drop off any empty, washed containers with lids to the school office.

These help us package and protect all the delicious home-baked goodies on the day.

Reminder: Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting Today @ 3pm in the staffroom

This term, our students will take part in the Keeping Ourselves Safe programme, supported by New Zealand Police. Through age-appropriate activities, students will learn how to recognise unsafe situations, make safe choices, and confidently seek help from trusted adults. A parent information meeting will be held at school on Thursday, and we warmly invite parents and caregivers to attend. We also encourage families to discuss the programme at home and reinforce these important safety messages.

Keeping Ourselves Safe Parent Meeting – Thursday 20 August @ 3pm

This term, our students will take part in the Keeping Ourselves Safe programme, supported by New Zealand Police. Through age-appropriate activities, students will learn how to recognise unsafe situations, make safe choices, and confidently seek help from trusted adults. A parent information meeting will be held at school on Thursday, and we warmly invite parents and caregivers to attend. We also encourage families to discuss the programme at home and reinforce these important safety messages.

Hot Dogs available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Ooshie Swap Hour Tomorrow Friday, August 14th Lunchtime (1:15 PM) in Galilee 1

Date: Friday, August 14th
Time: Lunchtime (1:15 PM)
Location: Galilee 1

We have decided to allow the children to have an Ooshie swap hour this Friday!

Guidelines for Friday:

*Bring Ooshies in a safe container or bag to keep them secure.
*Only bring the Ooshies you are willing to swap.
*If your child simply wants to give some away to friends, that is welcome too!

Newsletter Week 4, Term 3

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Important Whānau Voice Survey Sent Home Today

Kia ora parents, caregivers, and whānau,

Keep an eye out for a paper copy of the Whānau Voice: Our Direction for 2027–2028 survey coming home in your child’s bag today.

As our Board prepares our Strategic Plan, we want to ensure our direction reflects what matters most to you. The survey only takes 5 minutes to tick your priorities.

Plus, there is a pizza lunch up for grabs for the class that returns the most completed forms!

Please return your completed forms to school as soon as possible. Thank you for your support!

Reminder for all year 5/6 attending the Amazing Race tomorrow, must be at school by 8:30am in correct school uniform with a warm jacket.

Ooshie Swap HourTomorrow Friday, August 7th Lunchtime (1:15 PM) in Galilee 1

Date: Friday, August 7th
Time: Lunchtime (1:15 PM)
Location: Galilee 1

We have decided to allow the children to have an Ooshie swap hour this Friday!

Guidelines for Friday:

*Bring Ooshies in a safe container or bag to keep them secure.
*Only bring the Ooshies you are willing to swap.
*If your child simply wants to give some away to friends, that is welcome too!

Hot Dogs available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Ooshie Swap Hour. Friday, August 7th Lunchtime (1:15 PM) in Galilee 1

Date: Friday, August 7th
Time: Lunchtime (1:15 PM)
Location: Galilee 1

We have decided to allow the children to have an Ooshie swap hour this Friday!

Guidelines for Friday:

*Bring Ooshies in a safe container or bag to keep them secure.
*Only bring the Ooshies you are willing to swap.
*If your child simply wants to give some away to friends, that is welcome too!

Hot Dogs available today : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Newsletter Week 2, Term 3

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American Hot Dog Available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Parent-Teacher Interviews – Book Your Time Now!

Hi Parents and Whānau,

Our upcoming parent-teacher interviews have been scheduled for the following dates and times:

Tuesday, July 21st | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, July 23rd | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

These interviews are a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, achievements, and next learning steps.

How to Book: Booking is quick and easy! Please click the link below to choose a time slot that suits you:

👉 https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/6pq2c

Please ensure you have booked your timeslot before bookings close. If you have any trouble securing a time or have any questions, please contact the school office.

Parent-Teacher Interviews – Book Your Time Now!

Hi Parents and Whānau,

Our upcoming parent-teacher interviews have been scheduled for the following dates and times:

Tuesday, July 21st | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, July 23rd | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

These interviews are a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, achievements, and next learning steps.

How to Book: Booking is quick and easy! Please click the link below to choose a time slot that suits you:

👉 https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/6pq2c

Please ensure you have booked your timeslot before bookings close. If you have any trouble securing a time or have any questions, please contact the school office.

Parent-Teacher Interviews – Book Your Time Now!

Hi Parents and Whānau,

Our upcoming parent-teacher interviews have been scheduled for the following dates and times:

Tuesday, July 21st | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Thursday, July 23rd | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

These interviews are a wonderful opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, achievements, and next learning steps.

How to Book: Booking is quick and easy! Please click the link below to choose a time slot that suits you:

👉 https://www.schoolinterviews.co.nz/code/6pq2c

Please ensure you have booked your timeslot before bookings close. If you have any trouble securing a time or have any questions, please contact the school office.

American Hot Dog Available today : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

School Newsletter Week 11, Term 2

Hi everyone,

We’ve officially made it to the last week of the term! Check out our newsletter below:

We wish everyone in our community a safe and very happy holiday break. Enjoy the downtime, and we look forward to seeing you all back for Term 3!

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Parking and driving near schools – Message from the Rotorua Police

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American Hot Dog Available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Buried Village Trip Cancelled

Kia ora whānau,

Due to staff illness and the weather forecast for tomorrow, we have reluctantly made the decision to cancel our whole-school trip to The Buried Village.

While we know the children were looking forward to the experience, the safety and wellbeing of our students and staff must come first. With the likelihood of poor weather conditions and reduced staffing, we do not feel we can provide the quality experience we had planned.

We will look at organising an alternative whole-school trip next term when the weather is hopefully a little more settled and we can fully enjoy the learning opportunities such an excursion provides.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Ngā mihi,

Rachael McLanachan
Principal

American Hot Dog Available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Newsletter Week 9, Term 2

Good Afternoon St Michael’s Whanau,

It has been a busy couple of weeks at our little school, with plenty happening across the classrooms and wider school community. From learning programmes to special events, our students have been engaged, enthusiastic, and working hard. We look forward to sharing some of these highlights with you below in our latest newsletter

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Invitation the our St Carlo Acutis Relic Liturgy

✝️ A Special Opportunity for Our School Community ✝️

Tomorrow at 1:00pm, our school will gather for a special liturgy to welcome the relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis to St Michael’s.

This is a rare and significant occasion for our Catholic school and parish. Carlo was a young person who lived his faith with joy, kindness, and courage, showing us that holiness is possible for everyone, no matter their age.

We feel incredibly blessed to have this opportunity to pray together in the presence of his relic and to learn more about his inspiring example of faith.

Parents and whānau are warmly welcome to join us for this special celebration.

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 1:00pm
📍 St Michael’s Catholic School Hall

We look forward to sharing this special moment with our community.

⛪ A Special Invitation

Join us this Sunday at 8:00am at St Michael’s Catholic Church as we welcome the relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis.

All St Michael’s students and families are warmly invited. Following Mass, there will be a cup of tea in the Crypt.  Families are invited to bring a plate to share.

We hope to see you there!

Reminder: Board Meeting 5:30pm tonight

American Hot Dog Available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Newsletter Week 7, Term 2

Hi St Michael’s Whanau,

 A quick reminder that our school trip to the Buried Village originally scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed to June 24th.

Hope you all enjoy the rest of the week!

Click below to read out latest school newsletter:

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⚠️ School Trip Postponement: Buried Village

Good Morning Parents and Caregivers,

Please be advised that due to an unfavorable weather forecast, our whole-school trip to the Buried Village tomorrow  has been postponed.

New Date: Wednesday, June 24th

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable day out for our students.

American Hot Dog Available tomorrow : $2 . Orders taken in class by 9am.

Kia ora! Your children will all bring home a paper copy of the attached notice today about our whole school trip to the Buried Village

Details:
When: Thursday 4th June 2026, 9:15am to 2:45pm

Where: 1180 Tarawera Rd, Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Transport: Juniors on the bus (50 seats) seniors in parent and staff vehicles

What to wear: School uniform, shoes and a jacket

What to bring: Packed lunch, drink, warm jacket.

Cost: No cost

Buried Village Newsletter