Camp 2 Reminder

Remember to wear covered shoes for day one of our camp. We are doing a big walk so students also need to bring their own lunch, drink bottle, hat and backpack.

Any medications should be clearly labelled in a zip lock bag and handed into the teachers in the morning. Cell phones will also need to be handed in. We will give students set times to use them during camp :)

Looking forward to a great camp!

Problem Solving

Today our students showed perseverance as they worked through Sudoku puzzles. These boys took a collaborative approach and solved it together.

Science at Totara Time

Students enjoyed their last session of three this Friday for Totara time. After camp, students will be opting into their next activity.

These students made predictions about what would happen when adding Mentos to Diet Coke and Diet Sprite. They then thought about ways to make the coke explosion higher. Always fun making things explode!

Technology at Kaiapoi Borough

Our students have embraced the opportunity to participate in technology at KBS. Each Wednesday we head down to Borough where we learn valuable skills to do with Food technology, Metal work, and Hard and Soft Materials.

We are impressed with the level of engagement from everyone so far and we are starting to see some great work being produced!

Camp Notices

Hi all,

A reminder to get your camp notices back to school asap if you have not done so yet.

Thanks,
Tōtara Team Teachers

Totara Time - Friday Afternoons

This year, we have implemented Tōtara time. Students opt into an activity that interests them. Once they've signed up, they will stay in this group for 4 Fridays and then they get the opportunity to choose a different activity for the next block.

To earn Tōtara time, students need to complete all their weekly tasks. Anyone who hasn't done this will complete their work during Tōtara time.

These students had a great time making slime during the science option at Tōtara Time...

Parent Emails

Please email your child's home class teacher so that you can be added to their mailing list 👍

Welcome to Tōtara 2017!

Kia ora everyone,

We have started out year off well. Students have begun to settle into their new learning spaces and adapt to our programmes.

Just a reminder that there are many notices going home. Please ensure you return them as soon as possible especially camp health forms.

Hope everyone had a fantastic Waitangi weekend.

Tōtara Teachers