Thursday 12th December | Term 4 Week 9
**Final newsletter of 2024** |
Kia ora e te whānau!
In this, our last newsletter of 2024, we approach the end of another school year. I’m looking forward to celebrating our learners' successes at the Prizegiving on Friday and seeing their excited faces as they head off into their summer!
Throughout the week, our Middle School were challenged by the daily events of Activities Week. Well done to those of you who have stepped up to the challenge, and thank you to our teachers for supporting such a massive event at the end of the school year. Special thanks to our Middle School Leaders who organised many of the activities - Riley Beattie, Myah Gilchrist, Hazel Mason and Indie Thyne.
For the Junior School, their Fun Day will go ahead on Thursday - as I write this, I’m wishing you a wonderful day!
A couple of ‘Heads Up’ comments:
- End-of-Year Reports for students in Years 1-10 will be available via SchoolBridge by the end of this week
- School starts for all students on 3rd February 2025 (Year 11-13 students are required to attend on January 31st for Peer Support Training - details will be sent closer to the time).
Best wishes for a fabulous summer break - enjoy the time with your young people - they grow so fast! Meri Kirihmete!
He waka eke noa,
Kate Staniford
Tumuaki | Principal
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 The Twizel Area School Prizegiving Assembly will take place tomorrow, at the Twizel Events Centre, beginning at 10.30 am. It is an opportunity for parents, caregivers and whānau members to join us and celebrate the students' achievements.
Students will meet in their House rooms at the normal time and be escorted to the Community Centre for the Prizegiving ceremony. Following the ceremony, they will return to their House Rooms for dismissal at approximately 12 noon.
ALL SENIOR STUDENTS must attend school at the normal time. They can then attend the Prizegiving Assembly at 10.30 am.
Uniform - All students need to wear the correct school uniform for the Prizegiving ceremony. If you do not have the correct school uniform items, please arrange to borrow these items. Any students who are not in full uniform for this formal occasion cannot attend the assembly and will remain at school to help with the end-of-year clean-up.
If you are unsure of the uniform regulations, please refer to the school website: Uniform. |
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Market Day a Huge Success!Ka pai to all our Middle School students involved in organising and running last week's Middle School Market Day. 🛍️ From planning their stalls to managing loans and calculating profit margins, the students gained hands-on experience in running a small business. | |  |
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M2 and Julius Caesar with a TwistLast Thursday, M2 wowed audiences with their creative adaptations of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar. With Mr Van M as a Roman Centurion judge and a packed theatre, the students delivered standout performances, including Troy’s powerful Caesar and Stevie the Unicorn’s dramatic rainbow confetti demise. 🎭 🦄 | |  |
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Ākonga Shares Their LearningThe Junior School welcomed the community to showcase a term of exciting learning; exploring aspects of New Zealand history, including local events and significant national disasters. | |  |
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Celebrating Our Year 6 StudentsWe had the privilege of celebrating our Year 6 students last week as they prepare to transition to the Middle School. It was fantastic to share memories and stories about how far they have come. 👏 | |  |
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Jump Jammers Shine on Stage!TAS Jump Jam took place on November 29th and what a hit it was! It was super impressive to see so many of our tamariki get up and give this a try, especially in front of the large crowd.
Take a look at the clips of their performances below, plus a very special message from Mr Jump Jam himself, Brett Fairweather!  |
Leavers Celebrate the Past and Look Forward to the FutureWe recently hosted the annual Leavers Dinner to celebrate the students who are leaving school and embarking on the next chapter of their lives. 🙌 | |  |
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Thank You to Genesis Energy!We would like to send a huge thank you to Genesis Energy for their generous grant earlier this year! With their support, we were able to purchase brand-new microscopes for our science lab. 🧬🔬 | |  |
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2025 Dates and Information As we approach the end of the school year, here are some dates for your diary for the beginning of 2025, plus term dates and Teacher Only Days, etc. 🗓️ |
TAS Sporting Calendar 2025The sporting calendar is, as always, jam-packed for 2025. Keep an eye on our sports calendar for events. 🏀 | |  |
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There are all Sorts of Ways to Boost your Wellbeing this SummerIt’s often the simple, everyday things that can bring us the most joy and create lifelong memories.
Check out these ideas with your whānau and friends and tick them off as you go along! 😎 | |  |
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2025 Stationery Lists are LIVE! 📚📝 🎒→ Go to https://www.myschool.co.nz/twizel to buy your 2025 stationery online.
→ If you prefer to purchase online or in-store at a stationery retailer of your choice, go here: School Stationery.
We encourage you to buy your child's stationery early to avoid the last-minute January rush. The 2025 Primary School class placements were emailed to parents last week and are also available to read in your SchoolBridge Permission Slips area. Please direct your questions to Melissa McLellan.  |
Year 1-10 End-of-Year Reports The Year 1-10 End-of-Year Reports will be published tomorrow via SchoolBridge.
Please make sure you can sign into the the SchoolBridge web portal or app; you will not be able to view your child's report without logging in.
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NCEA Results Released | 15th January 2025NCEA results will be available online for our senior students on Wednesday, 15th January. In preparation for the release of results, the secure Student Login will be unavailable from 10th January until results are available.
You will be able to access your results and see your answer booklets on the day by logging into your MyNZQA here: https://login.nzqa.govt.nz |
Support Our Area Schools Tournament Fundraiser!We’re excited to announce a Raffle to raise funds for the 2025 Area Schools Tournament!
🎁 Prize: A box of Nestlé goodies worth $240!
🎟️ Tickets: Only $2 each
📍 Where to Buy: Available now at the Twizel Area School office until the end of the school year. After that, tickets will be available at Poppies or Musterers Hut.
📅 Draw Date: 3rd February 2025 – don’t miss your chance to win this amazing prize!
Every ticket you purchase helps support our students as they prepare for next year's tournament, held at The Catlins Area School. Let’s make it a success together!  |
 → Friday, 13th December | 2024 Prizegiving
→ Friday, 13th December | Year 1-10 reports published
→ Friday, 13th December | Last day of school for 2024
→ Wednesday, 15th January 2025 | NCEA results available online
→ Monday, 27th January | School Office opens
→ Wednesday, 29th January | Teacher Only Day
→ Thursday, 30th January | Teacher Only Day
→ Friday, 31st January | Year 11-13 Leadership Day
→ Monday, 3rd February | First day of school for 2025
→ Thursday, 6th February | Waitangi Day - No classes
→ Friday, 7th February | TAS Swimming Sports
*All dates above are subject to change* |
If you have a Community information poster or if you're organising an event that you'd like advertised in this space, email [email protected]
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 And finally...However you celebrate it, and however you say it, from everyone at Twizel Area School, Meri Kirihimete ki a koutou ko te whānau! 🌲 🎅 🎁
The school office will be open from Monday, 27th January 2025. Have a Happy Christmas, a restful holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone back and refreshed in the new year. 😉  |
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