A very special welcome to Hayden McKenzie in Room 1. Welcome to Waitohu School.
ŌTAKI-KĀPITI SCHOOLS' CROSS COUNTRY What a fantastic effort by all the tamariki who represented Waitohu School at the Ōtaki-Kāpiti Interschool Cross
Country on Tuesday at Waikanae Park, Waikanae. Ngā mihi nui to the parents who provided transport and support.
The following children were placed in the top 10 which qualifies them for the Greater Wellington Regional Cross Country Championships to be held at Harcourt Park, Upper Hutt on on Tuesday 24 June.
Year 4 Boys - Quinn McBeth -2nd Year 4 Girls - Aria Graham - 9th Year 5 Girls - Lilly Branch -3rd
Ka rawe tamariki mā!
CELEBRATING CONNECTION Last Friday 12 June was both Philippines Independence Day and Russia Day. To celebrate the connections Waitohu has with these countries we raised each the Philippines and Russian flags during the day.
HURRICANES GRAND FINAL - YELLOW OUT FRIDAY For the first time in 10 years the Hurricanes are in a grand final this Saturday. The stadium sold out in 10 minutes! For those who would like to join the fun of supporting the Hurricanes tomorrow we are having a YELLOW OUT FRIDAY at Waitohu. If your tamariki has a piece of yellow clothing and they would like wear it tomorrow, we encourage them to do so. Go the Hurricanes!!!
ROAD PATROL SUPERVISION Next term we need a parent to supervise our Te Manuao Road pedestrian crossing in the mornings between 8.30am and 9.00am on a Wednesday and Thursday. Please seriously consider whether there is any possibility of you being of service to our school community in this way. If you would like more information or are able to help please don’t hesitate to speak with Shelly Matheson or ring or email the school office. Ngā mihi
WELLINGTON ZOO As part of our Waitohu Art Gallery Room 5 celebrated the 120th birthday of Wellington Zoo. When the Wellington Zoo found out they were thrilled and shared the talents of our students through their newsletter. Ngā mihi nui Room 5 tamariki for bringing joy to so many others through your artistic talent - rawe.
MATARIKI HĀNGĪ DISCO DAY - THURSDAY 2 JULY
To celebrate Matariki we will be having a special Matariki Hāngī Disco Day on Thursday 2 July.
If possible we ask that all students contribute either a potato or kūmara to go into our hāngī. The vegetables will be prepared on Wednesday 1 July by students. Can you please ask your child(ren) to give their vegetables to their classroom teacher on or before Tuesday 30 June. School will be providing the meat portion.
On Thursday morning our hāngī pit (on the school field) will be lit at 6.30am. All are welcome to come and be part of this experience. All students will be able to see the kai going into the ground at 9.15am. Around 12.00pm students will watch the kai coming out of the hāngī pit. At around 12.30pm all students will get to enjoy feasting on our hāngī.
The aim is for students to contribute to and learn through experience, about the process of preparing for a hāngī, watching how the kai is cooked and then savouring the hāngī kai.
Disco
Our junior syndicate students (Rooms 1, 2, 8, 10 & 11) will be able to enjoy this fun between 10.50am and 12.00pm. Between 1.15pm and 2.30pm our senior syndicate students (Rooms 3, 4, 5, 6 & 12) will get to have their turn.
All students will be experiencing and enjoying the hāngī at 12.30pm.
As always the hall blinds will be closed, the disco ball will be up and dancing games are being organised. Coming dressed up or in bare feet, both are perfect! There will be some treats for the students to enjoy.
Parents who would like a smile are most welcome to join us for the fun.
What a magic Matariki celebration day we are hoping to have. Please note that lunch in schools will be served
at 10.30am on this day.
HEAD LICE - CHICKEN POX - CONJUNCTIVITIS - SCABIES - EAR INFECTIONS - PAIN & FEVER MEDICATIONS You may not be aware that the government has made changes to the medications that can now be dispensed from the chemist, without the need to go to the doctor. These include treatments for conjunctivitis, scabies, ear infections, head lice and pain and fever medication. For children under 14 these treatments are free.
If you need any treatment for any of the above, Ōtaki Pharmacy is providing this service.
MOBILE DENTAL UNIT A Mobile Dental Unit will be visiting Waitohu School from Monday, 22 June 2026 to examine and provide preventative treatment (cleaning, fissure sealants, x-rays and fluoride treatment) where required for patients due for their annual check. Students requiring further treatment, (fillings and extractions) will be sent an information pamphlet, medical history update form and consent form. These will need to be signed and returned to either the Mobile Unit or the school office before any treatment is undertaken. If parents have any concerns or wish to be present at their child’s dental appointment please contact the dental team on 027 616 6516
RELATED INFORMATION
ABSENCES Before 9.00am, please phone 364 8272, text 027 545 0530 or email absences@waitohu.school.nz to inform us that us that your child is away and the reason for their absence.
FUNZONE ONSITE BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE (UNTIL 7.00PM)
Our fun, safe and friendly ‘on-site’ Before and After School Care Programme has casual and permanent spots available for Waitohu School students. Enrol, book and manage your bookings online. And ….. our breakfast club is free of charge! Come and visit our team after school at the Waitohu School Hall from 3.00pm for more information or find us online at www.funzone.co.nz, email info@funzone.co.nz or contact us on 0800 FUNZONE (0800 386 9663) or 04 298 4287. We are OSCAR approved and WINZ subsidies apply.
FUNZONE JULY 2026 - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAMME
Enrolments are open for a fun packed Funzone School Holiday Programme running from Monday 6 July - Friday 17 July. They have a variety of on site and trip activities planned. Childcare subsidies and various discounts are available. Contact Funzone on 0800 543 9696, email info@funzone.co.nz for more information. Please see the attached poster for programme details. OSCAR approved and WINZ subsidies apply.
Board of Trustees Hui – Monday 14 September at 7.15pm
Assembly - Friday 25 September (12.15pm)
Final Day, Term 3 – Friday 25 September (2.00pm)
Day 1, Term 4 – Monday 12 October
Pōwhiri - Friday 16 October (10.20am)
TERM DATES FOR 2026
Term 2 Monday 20 April to Friday 3 July
Term 3 Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September
Term 4 Monday 12 October to Friday 11 December
COMMUNITY NEWS
SHORT-TERM GENERAL ELECTION WORK AVAILABLE The Electoral Commission are seeking people from the local community for short-term work to assist with the 2026 General Election that will be held on Saturday 7 November. They need people with different skills and backgrounds, from students to experienced workers, to fill various roles. There are work opportunities for several weeks or just on election day. Go to work.elections.nz for more information about the roles available and to register your interest in working today.
RAUKAWA BASKETBALL - SKILLS AND DRILLS Skills and Drills for ages 10plus will be run by Raukawa Basketball from May 10 - July 1, Sessions are on Wednesday mornings at 6.30am and Sunday mornings at 10am for 7 weeks. Registration is $40.00 and includes your own customized Raukawa Basketball to keep. Sunday skills will alternate venues each week between Ōtaki College Gym and Ngā Purapura, starting at Ōtaki College this Sunday. Wednesday morning sessions will be at Ngā Purapura. Click on the link to register https://forms.gle/VW9XxZmto27qsSTt7
Shalakazap!
Tyro, apprentice MatheMagician, can't get his spells right. So, when Fire Chief Fleet arrives with a monster mathemagical problem, they need to ask the audience for help.
A Riotous comedy, a transforming set and audience participation. KidzStuff Theatre for Children brings the magic of live performance to your tamariki these July school holidays, a Wellington's family-friendly favourite since 1997.
These 45-minute shows are packed with local Kiwi heart, inviting kids to enjoy a high-energy, theatrical escape. Make some memories and join the fun!
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