Welcome to
St Michael’s
Catholic School
St Michael’s Catholic Primary School is a Special Character Catholic School.
Christ be my Light - Ko te Karaiti toku marama
Welcome
St Michael’s Catholic Primary School is located in the suburb of Western Heights at the base of Mount Ngongotaha in Rotorua. The school has a rich history and is committed to providing a Catholic education for children aged 5-12 (years 1-6).
The curriculum at St Michael’s School is based on both the New Zealand Curriculum and Tō Tātou Whakapono – Our Faith, the Religious Education Curriculum for Catholic Schools in Aotearoa, New Zealand.
The school’s vision, principles, and values are integrated into all aspects of the learning environment and culture.
St Michael’s School is committed to providing a safe and sustainable learning environment where every learner is celebrated for their unique passions, talents, and skills. All learners work collaboratively as part of a Christ-like community, and the school promotes perseverance, strength, and adaptability in its students.
Notifications
Reminder: Come to school in mufti today! The Ark children please bring your pajamas!
Fri Sep 22 08:25amReminder: Come to school in mufti tomorrow! The Ark children please bring your pajamas.
Thu Sep 21 04:15pmNon Preference Spaces Available.
Thu Sep 21 01:37pmWe currently have four Non-Preference openings for the upcoming Term 4. If you are aware of families who wish to enrol their non-Catholic children at St. Michael’s for the next term, kindly inform Cristy at the school office and collect an enrolment pack. We particularly welcome families of students in year 1 – 3 who are receptive to our Christian beliefs and values.
We are looking for property maintenance services to do some work around our school during the upcoming break. Can anyone suggest a handyman?
Thu Sep 21 11:41amReminder: Fluoride visit tomorrow- Wednesday 20th September
Tue Sep 19 01:38pm
Fluoride visit – 20th September
Thu Sep 14 04:28pm
Newsletter Week 9, Term 3
Tue Sep 12 01:13pm
Reminder: School Photos Tomorrow
Thu Sep 07 02:29pmSport Team Photos
Sports team photos will be held on the same day as the school photos. Please send your child to school with their sports uniform for the photo. Uniforms will be collected after the photo from sports codes that have finished for the season.
Sibling Photos
Families wanting sibling photos please return the request form ASAP or contact the office
Reminder: School Photos this Friday.
Wed Sep 06 03:30pmSport Team Photos
Sports team photos will be held on the same day as the school photos. Please send your child to school with their sports uniform for the photo. Uniforms will be collected after the photo from sports codes that have finished for the season.
Sibling Photos
Families wanting sibling photos please return the request form ASAP or contact the office
PTA Whittakers Fundraiser boxes of chocolate have arrived.Please call into the office to collect your box/boxes. Thank you
Fri Sep 01 03:53pmPTA Whittakers Fundraiser boxes of chocolate have arrived.Please call into the office to collect your box/boxes. Thank you
Thu Aug 31 03:10pmNewsletter Week 7, Term 3
Wed Aug 30 01:22pm
Fathers Day Stall – Today, Wednesday & Thursday
Tue Aug 29 08:33amOur PTA have a Fathers Day stall set up in the library at lunch times today, Wednesday and Thursday.
All gifts are $3
Reminder: Last day to bring back Summer Netball Notices is this Wednesday 30th August.
Mon Aug 28 12:11pmWhittakers Chocolate Fundraiser
Fri Aug 25 11:06am
If you haven’t managed to return your notice and you would like more than one box of chocolates can you please email pta@stmichaelsrotorua.school.nz and let us know ASAP
Please see attached the notice sent home last week.
Touch Rugby 2023 – Expressions of interest letter
Fri Aug 25 10:24am
Whittakers Chocolate Fundraiser
Tue Aug 22 11:12amPlease remember to return all form by tomorrow. Thanks
Newsletter Week 5, Term 3
Thu Aug 17 10:16am
Reminder: School finishes at 12pm today
Wed Aug 16 09:33amReminders:
Tue Aug 15 10:16amToday: If you are collecting your child later today, please feel free to stop by the staffroom and share your thoughts on our efforts towards cultural responsiveness. Your input is valuable to us.
Wednesday: We will be closing at 12pm so teachers can engage in R.E Professional learning.
Reminder: School will close at 12pm this Wednesday the 16th August to allow teachers to participate in Religious Education PLD.
Mon Aug 14 02:21pmLost Property outside the staffroom. Please come and collect. If unclaimed by the end of the week they will be donated.
Wed Aug 09 03:02pm
Lost Property outside the staffroom. Please come and collect. If unclaimed by the end of the week they will be donated.
Tue Aug 08 03:50pm
Cultural Responsiveness: Parent Voice
Tue Aug 08 12:04pmAt St. Michael’s, we hold in high regard the unique contributions each student brings to our school. Our approach is rooted in recognising and nurturing individual strengths, fostering inclusivity that cultivates a sense of belonging within our school community.
To better understand our progress in achieving cultural responsiveness, we seek to engage whanau and gather their valuable perspectives. Your input will be instrumental in shaping our efforts and ensuring that our school environment continues to thrive in embracing diverse cultural backgrounds.
On Tuesday 15 August we invite parents/ whanau to have their say. Come and enjoy a coffee and a chat in the staffroom at 2:30pm.
RSVP: principal@stmichaelsrotorua.school.nz
Reminder: School will close at 12pm on Wednesday 16 August to allow teachers to participate in Religious Education PLD.
Tue Aug 08 10:56amClick here to read our latest newsletter
Wed Aug 02 03:46pmJust heard the bus is running on schedule to be here at St Michael’s school with all the kapahaka kids at 3.30pm.
Wed Jul 26 04:10pmKapahaka Ahurei running early today @ Aquinas. Spectators, please plan to be there at 12.30pm so you don’t miss out on our performance!
Wed Jul 26 11:51amReminder: GRANDPARENTS DAY: Tomorrow Tuesday 25th July 9am
Mon Jul 24 10:47amGRANDPARENTS DAY: Tuesday 25th July – We will be celebrating Grandparents Day with a special Mass followed by time in classrooms and a morning tea. This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to honour and appreciate their grandparents. We warmly invite all grandparents to join us for this special occasion.
Reminders for Week 2
Fri Jul 21 03:36pmGrandparents Day – Tuesday 25 July.
Mass will be in our school hall at 9:15am followed by a performance from our Kapa Haka Roopu and time in classrooms. Grandparents will be invited into the staffroom for morning tea at 11am.
Faithbased Kahui Ako Ahurei – Wednesday 26 July at Aquinas College in Tauranga.
The children will be leaving from JPC at 7:45am and will return back to school at approx 3:30pm. A notice has been set home with all the details of the day. Parents are welcome to travel over to Tauranga to watch. Our performance will be at 1:05pm.
Have a great weekend whanau,
The Staff
Reminder: Friday Sausage Sizzle $2
Thu Jul 20 09:47amClick here to read our latest newsletter
Wed Jul 19 12:00pmNewsletters
Newsletter Week 9, Term 3
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ViewTouch Rugby 2023
View PDFNewsletter Week 5, Term 3
ViewSummer Netball Notice 2023
View PDFNewsletter Week 3, Term 3
ViewNewsletter Week 1, Term 3
ViewNewsletter Week 9, Term 2
ViewNewsletter Week 7, Term 2
ViewNewsletter Week 5, Term 2
ViewNewsletter Week 10 Term 1
View PDFNewsletter Week 8 Term 1
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