Bulls School School Newsletter Positivity-Respect-Integrity-Determination-Excellence NEWSLETTER TERM 1 WEEK 3 Kia ora e te whānau, What a fantastic start to the term we have had! It has been wonderful to see the energy, enthusiasm, and teamwork across our kura as our tamariki, staff, and whānau continue to achieve amazing things together. There is a real buzz around the school and it has been great to see everyone getting involved, supporting one another, and celebrating success. A special highlight recently has been our Aspiration Conversations. It was fantastic to see such amazing attendance from our whānau — thank you to everyone who made the time to come along. These conversations are a wonderful opportunity for us to learn from one another as we share ideas, hopes, and goals for the year ahead. By identifying the aspirations of our whānau, students, and staff together, we can build a shared pathway forward. This combined and unified approach reminds us all of the important role we each play in supporting our tamariki to flourish. Last week’s Swimming Carnival was a highlight! It was a fabulous day filled with smiles, encouragement, singing and fun. Our tamariki showed amazing team spirit as they supported their houses and peers. It was fantastic to see so many whānau there cheering them on. A huge thank you to everyone who helped make the day such a success. We’re also looking forward to our TRY-athlon tomorrow. The excitement is building already and we know it will be another fun-filled event where our tamariki can challenge themselves and support their friends. The Pizza lunch, organised by our amazing BSSG, is also definitely going to be a highlight for the day. Remember sausages, drinks and juicees will also be on sale during the event for our supporters. Keep an eye out as well for Rangitīkei Reads. You never know when or where you might spot a great book somewhere fabulous. It’s all part of the fun of celebrating reading across our school and community, so stay curious and see how many you can discover. Thank you whaea Leigh for yet another of your fabulous initiatives. As always at this time of year, there are quite a few bugs making their way around. Please take care of yourselves and your whānau. If you or your tamariki become unwell, the best place to be is at home resting and recovering. And please remember to contact the office if your tamariki is absent. Thank you for the wonderful support you continue to show our school. Together we are creating a positive, supportive place for our tamariki to learn, grow, and thrive. Ngā mihi nui Megan Syme Changes to Our School Newsletter We have been increasing the number of school events, updates, and reminders shared on our school Facebook page to help keep our community informed in a more timely way. We are also transitioning to the Hero platform in Term 2, which will allow us to share important information directly with whānau in a more streamlined and accessible format. As a result of these changes, we are considering removing our fortnightly school newsletter. Our goal is to ensure communication with our whānau remains clear, relevant, and easy to access, while avoiding duplication of information across multiple platforms. Before making any decisions, we would value feedback from our whānau. Please feel free to share your thoughts, suggestions, or any concerns about this proposed change. You can send your comments to the school office or speak with a member of the leadership team. Thank you for your ongoing support as we continue to improve the way we communicate with our school community. Copyright © Bulls School 2026 Click here to unsubscribe. Powered by KiwiSchools 4.0 Call us on 06 322 1184 Email us at office@bulls.school.nz 200-202 Bridge Street Bulls 4818
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Calendar Art
REMINDER – ALL ORDERS IN BY 9AM MONDAY PLEASE It’s Calendar Art time! Tamariki are busy creating artwork that can be made into affordable Calendars, Cards, Diaries, Mouse Mats, and Sketch Pads. Each product is made from your own child’s art. These make unique Christmas gifts for family and friends and are … Read moreCalendar Art
Police Competency Test
The four students that are attending the police competency test tomorrow please bring a change of clothes, sneakers and a drink bottle.
Cross Country Tomorrow (25th Oct)
The weather is looking great for cross country tomorrow! Please can you ensure that your child comes to school with some snacks, a large water bottle, a sunhat and that they are wearing active gear; shoes are optional but recommended. If you are taking transport (all transport greatly appreciated) can you please meet us on … Read moreCross Country Tomorrow (25th Oct)
Kapa Haka Permission Form
Kapa Haka tamariki tomorrow is the last chance to bring your permission forms back for the Kahui Ako Festival. If I don’t have it you won’t be able to attend. Please return them to the office or Miss Hall.Thank you
WHOLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY NEXT TUESDAY
Wow! Our x-country postponement date has come around fast! We will be having our whole school x-country next Tuesday (25th October) at the Rangitikei Golf Course on Raumai Road. If you are able to take transport could you please let Di know in the office – we greatly appreciate ALL offers of transports. More information … Read moreWHOLE SCHOOL CROSS COUNTRY NEXT TUESDAY
Quads Uniforms
Kia ora, we still have a lot of uniforms from quads that have not been returned. Can these please be returned by the end of the week.
Quads Uniforms
If these can please be returned ASAP it would be much appreciated.
Rangatira Challenge Putuna Chasm
Rangatira Challenge slips for Putuna Chasm are to be returned today. Payment does not need to be made but we need to have an indication of numbers.
School Photo Order Forms
Reminder the school photo order forms need to be back to the office by Wednesday the 19th of October.
Year 7 and 8 Quads
YEAR 7&8 Quads Tomorrow – Can you please ensure your child comes to school in their playing uniform and all the correct gear – shin pads, mouthguards, hockey sticks. They also need a big lunch and water bottle as we will be down there all day. If you have offered to take transport can you … Read moreYear 7 and 8 Quads