Newsletter Term 3 Week 10

NEWSLETTER

TERM 3 WEEK 10 2025

Kia ora e te whānau,

As this term comes to a close, we can be proud of all that has been achieved together. Over the past 10 weeks we have faced challenges and overcome them, celebrated successes, taken part in school and community events, given back to others, and shown real growth — not just academically, but also socially and emotionally. It has truly been a term that reflects the strength and spirit of our school and  community.

This week we also mark another very significant event. After 19 years of service and commitment, we farewell our Principal, Kim Gordon, who has tendered her resignation to the Board of Trustees.  Her dedication and vision have had an immeasurable impact on our school and wider community. Over nearly two decades, she has worked relentlessly to improve the education for ākonga here in our school and across the region — no small achievement in today’s complex and ever-changing world, where expectations continue to grow and access to  and availability of support diminishes. Through her leadership, our school has become a place where inclusivity thrives, and where our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi is genuinely brought to life in daily practice. Her courage, innovation, and aroha have shaped a legacy that we will carry forward with pride and gratitude.  Kim, your leadership, vision, and aroha have shaped this school and touched the lives of so many ākonga, whānau, and staff. We are sincerely grateful for everything you have achieved at our school over the past 19 years. We wish you all the very best in all the new adventures that await you in your future  and we know that whatever they are, you will continue to inspire and make a lasting difference.  Nga mihi nui ki a koe, tō mātou hoa, tō mātou kaiako, tō mātou rangatira. Ka maharatia.

We also say thank you to our Board of Trustees members who are finishing their time of service. Their commitment and guidance have been deeply appreciated, and we look forward to welcoming new members as the election results are confirmed.

It has been a huge term for our ākonga, kaimahi, and whānau. With so much happening, the holidays will be a welcome chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy time together. We wish you two weeks filled with fun and family, and we look forward to seeing everyone back for an exciting Term 4.  

Kia harikoa, kia haumaru te hararei – Have a happy and safe holiday.

Megan Syme

13th November 6.30pm

Open Night

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka05ZkD75G8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhkOZr8PwFk

Scooters & Bikes at School

We are happy that our children use these methods to get to school. Once they reach the school grounds, we expect them to push their wheels to the bike stands to avoid accidents and mishaps. If your child is unable to adhere to these guidelines, we may have to ask them to discontinue bringing their bikes or scooters to school.

Students must place their wheels in the stands as soon as they arrive. We discourage ‘other’ types of wheels as this can create unnecessary issues. Our bike track is for everyones enjoyment. Helmets must be worn at all times.

Uniform Code

All students wear the Bulls School polo shirt, polar fleece, a Sports & Cultural top, and the logoed red bucket hat available from Academy Apparel in Palmerston North. Their ‘bottom’ is non-regulation other than a colour restriction to plain black (no writing, logos, stripes or other colours). Shoes need to be suitable for school wear.

Please name ALL clothing and shoes.

• In Terms 1 and 4 of each year, red Bulls School bucket hats must be worn when outdoors.
• If hair is long, we request it be tied back for safety, hygiene and practical purposes.
• Hair styles and colours should be as natural as possible and avoid extreme ‘trends’
• which may be seen as threatening.
• Jewellery should be kept to a minimum and not pose any health or safety dangers.

SUBSCRIBE TO APP GROUPS 

Di has refreshed this and named each group with 2025 so you know it’s relevant and up to date. You will all need to join the groups specific to your tamariki.

This has important notices for either the whole school or specific groups, eg: Bus Students, Sports, Cultural, Hubs, etc, that you can join according to what your child’s involved in.

Many notices or reminders go out via the APP, so it is an important tool for parents to be aware of what is due eg: permission slips and dates for events offsite, transport required etc. This is also an efficient way to provide absence notices.

In many cases, parental permission may be given via the app as well.