End of year update!!

Well, the end of the year is almost upon us. 2 weeks to go...yay.

A reminder to parents and caregivers that all school books such as homework readers, journals, library books are expected to be back at school by this Friday.

This will also be the last week for HOMEWORK (wow, i think I can actually hear the children cheering)

NO HOMEWORK NEXT WEEK.

At this stage, reports and red folders will be given out in the last week of school (Tues 15th).
Please KEEP THE RED FOLDERS they do not get sent back to school.

Have a great week

HOMEWORK FOR WEEK 8

Your word of the week this week is "issue".

Be careful with this one. The word is to be used in context with the school library.
Not to be mistaken with " an issue of the newspaper.

Have a great week!!

Leaders Trip to White Island - 24th Nov 09'

White Island '09

The Apanui School leaders at White Island

White Island

Tomorrow,Mr. Reade will not be in class. He is taking a group of 16 student leaders (oh and Mr. Robinson) to White Island.

This is a way of rewarding these students for their hard work throughout the year leading games and taking on extra responsibilities above and beyond the normal requirements for being a student.

The weather forecast is good - Fine, westerly winds and a high of 26 degrees.

Lets hope those Bronze Whaler Sharks leave us alone. lol...

Homework for Week 7

Hey guys,

Sorry for the lack in posts recently. We have been so busy with writing reports, Gala and other things.

Your homework for this week is:

'return'
This word is a word that we use quite often in the library. (thats your clue)

Please remember to be taking a book home every night and reading to a parent. This needs to be signed also.

You should also be doing your spelling words each night too!!

Have a great week!!

Smilecity

http://www.smilecity.com/Join/Default.aspx?refer=Hulkster

This is worth checking out (mums and dads)

It is a New Zealand based site that offers you the chance to earn points and you can get cheques sent to you in the mail.

Tomorrow is the Whanau House sports day.

The events will kick off at 11.15am out on the junior courtyard with a brief intro and the house chants.

Children will be having 15min rotations and will be competing to gain points for their Whanau House.

We would like to encourage parents and family members to come along and join in the activities.

**Children have been asked to come to school dressed in their Whanau House colours***

These are:

Elliott is Blue

Freyberg is Red

Ngarimu is Green

Ward is Yellow

Hi guys, you word of the week is an easy one this week. It is the word "hammock".

My apologies to parents for the delay as family illness had my mind on other things.

Spelling this week: I have no firm expectations on the children this week as I am in the middle of spelling tests. Their results in these could change what they are currently doing.

Have a great rest of week

Rainforest Maths

Today in Computer time, we looked at a cool website called "Rainforest Maths".

It allowed us to look at games and activities at our own learning levels.
As we are studying ALGEBRA at the moment, it had some great games for identifying patterns.

Here are some of room sixes thoughts on the site:

"Its good to play with and good to learn from" (Sidaya)
"Its cool and you can get lots of points" (Caitlin)
"It's cool" (Cheyenne)
"Its good to help kids in primary school to learn maths" (Sasha)
"Its cool, and it is fun to play" (Allister)
"Its fun" (Thomas)
"Its a good website for kids to get better at maths" (Gary)

Taylahs new addition to the family

Here is Tahlah and her brother looking at a new bundle of joy that has arrived into their family. Its a beautiful little boy. "You look like you are going to be a wonderful big sister Taylah" Congratulations to your family on your new little blessing.

Back to ... school.

Welcome back to term 4.

This term is a really busy one.

This weeks word of the week is the word 'immerse'.

**not to be mistaken with the word 'immense'**

Don't forget that this week is 'CAN' week. So bring along a canned item to help support our Gala Day!!

Have a great break!! See you Oct 12,

Thriller - Back to baSIX style!!!

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DANCE DAY TOMORROW!!!

Well, tomorrow it all comes to fruition (that means its going to be happening).

I'm so proud of you all and I am really nervous for us. You have put in soo much rehersals and passion. This has been a great term with a even more fantastic 'Inquiry study' on dance.

You guys are more than ready and I look forward to filming it and hopefully releasing it onto 'YOUTUBE' for the world to see.

Sleep well guys and we'll see you all tomorrow on DANCE DAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Homework for week 10

Hi guys,

I'm not expecting too much from you this week as we have a lot of preparation and relaxation needed before our Dance Day performance.

Your word of the week is : "glimpse"

Not too tricky, but try hard to put it into a sentence.

Spelling and reading should still be going this week also.

Reading Day 10th September 2009

THANKS TO ALL THE PARENTS THAT CAME TO OUR SCHOOL ON READING DAY (10TH SEPT). IT WAS GREAT TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR JOBS AND OTHER STORIES.

WE, THE BACK TO baSIX TEAM APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT.

The Great Apanui Race Nite

Mark OCTOBER 30 into your calendar.

Its time to bring those 'GEE-GEEs' out from the pasture and put them into the starting gates.

The Great Apanui Race Nite has always proven to be a great night for all in attendance.
We would like to see those numbers doubled this year as the rivalry begins between the racing circuits.

This is a fun, interactive, TACTILE night that will have you laughing and possibly 'galloping' home with a prize.

This night will NOT dissapoint.

OCTOBER 30 (MARK YOUR DIARIES NOW!!!)

**NB*** This is not a TAB racing night. We use no live horses nor do we watch them on a screen. The only animals present will be Brian Robinson and his racing foe the Board of Trustees.

The GREAT Cleanup Whakatane campaign

Today saw many Apanui School children heading for popular spots in Whakatane with the intention to 'Cleanup'.

Donned with gloves and a bag, the children attacked the litter with pride and enthusiasm.

Whakatane is a better place because of their efforts.

WATCH THIS SPACE FOR THE PICS OF ROOM 2 AND 6 AT TODAYS CLEANUP

Michael Jackson Lives

A big thanks to Elisa from Room 9's Mum for the great picture she sent to me of Michael Jackson.
I don't know about you, but he's rather photogenic.

Story Maker enthusiasm 'on high'

Here we see Taylah sharing her Story Maker books that she made at her Grandmas house.

Just like a teacher, Taylah read her stories to the class. As the pictures show, the children loved them and were captivated from start to finish.

Thanks for sharing Taylah.

If you are interested in creating your own stories on Story Maker then check our favourite sites on the side bar. Or click the link below:

http://www.carnegielibrary.org/kids/mystorymaker/mystorymaker.swf

for other 'story writing type alternatives try:

www.seussville.com/games/storymaker/story_maker.html

www.britishcouncil.org/kids-writing-storymaker.htm

http://www.amblesideprimary.com/ambleweb/storymaker/storymaker.htm (more advanced, but really funny)

Homework for Week 8

Hi guys,

Your homework for this week is the word : fidget
Something tells me that you will have some prior knowledge of this one!!!

Reading Day 10th September

This picture is a Guided silent reading group engaged in a text.

Remember that next week is New Zealand 'Reading Week'.

Apanui will be celebrating with an open 'afternoon'.

Back to baSIX would like to extend an invitation to families to bring in your favourite childrens story to read to the class (only if you wish to). Perhaps you have a job that has a uniform that you could wear to school.

The point is to celebrate reading, and the telling of stories through texts or even memories.

Room 6 is open to you from 1.30pm till 2.50pm on thursday 10th September.

Farewell to a member of Back to baSIX

It is with sadness that the Back to baSIX team have to say goodbye to one of our own.

Jason has been with us since the beginning of term 3, but has blended in as if he had been here much longer.

We wish Jason and his family the very best in the land of 'OZ' and hope that he will drop us a line on the blog to let us know how he is doing.

Meet Mr Reade and his family:

Back row (from left): Melanie, Mr Reade Jnr
Middle: Mr Reades Mum, Blake , Kayla ,Mr Reade Snr
Front: Brenna, Lauren

This was at a celebration for Mr Reades dad (he turned 50).

Jump Jam Workshop

On behalf of Apanui School and all the other contributing schools, we would like to thank Cindy from 'Brett Fairweathers Jump Jam crew' for taking todays workshop

You guys ROCK!!!

Room 6 'Volcano' Cameos

A Fiery Goodnight



Rocks rolling and falling in pots of lava.
Melting like a plastic bottle.
Hot oceans bubbling and boiling.
Scared people running for safety.
Houses burning.
Trees falling.
Black sky of ash.
Dribbling lava rushing along like hot red tomato sauce.
By Lana
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The Fiery Volcano


A big blow of rocks like toys shooting through the sky. "AAAHHH" went the hot toys. They fall through the air making little bombs on the ground, little thin bombs.
Dribbling down, the lava makes a tornado around the hot mountain.
The big blow of rock toys came out of a little hole. The rocks went through the hole.
A big pot of lava smashes the trees. The houses and the leaves of trees fly through the air. The
lava races down the mountain.
"BANG" went the lava.
By Sidaya

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Volcano


A puff of ash shot down from the sapphire blue sky covering the soft white sheets like a burnt marshmellow. Over the edge, your tomato sauce duvet flows. Ruapehu's electric blanket is on full.
By Sophie

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Fiery Goodnight


A pillow of ash shooting down from the baby blue sky covering a duvet made of fluffy white snow.
Over the edge, your lava blanket flows.
Ruapehu's hot tomato sauce is on the move.
By Alex

Homework for Week 6

Hi guys,

Your word of the week is: 'termite'.

I'm sure you'll enjoy 'biting' into this one and learning about this pest.


QUOTE FOR THE WEEK:

"You are what you believe"

This means that you need to give yourself credit. If you want to succeed, then start believing that you can succeed. But it also means that you need to work hard to get what you want.
I believe in all of you and applaud the Back to baSIX team for all of their hard work!!

A 'TOUCH' of class

Well the new 2009 interschool Touch season commenced with a bang last night at Apanui School. Although parking became a juggle, all went well and everyone had a great time and enjoyed a 'yummy' sausage care of the Apanui School leaders. (Raising money for a trip to White Island).

As seen in the photo above, Mr T is busy mowing the lawns in preparation for the Touch season.

Good on you Mr T!!

"Whats with the tongue?"

Homework clearup

There has been some confusion over this weeks word of the week.

The word was : influx

All words that are decided upon for the week are taken from the classroom dictionaries. That way the children are able to get the meanings while at school (if need be).

Happy Birthday James

Glitter Graphics

My Holidays

In my holidays we went to the beach.

We walked to the wet sand.

My Dad put down the telescope.

Mum took a photo of us smiling, then Mum

gave me the camera and I walked over to the telescope.

I looked in and I saw Mr Reade! 'CLICK'

By Thomas (Yr 3)

This story is about Thomas and his family going to the beach. Thomas saw Mr Reade on the White Island Boat.

NZ INTERFACE AWARDS

Well, its time again to stand tall and share our successes and trials with the country/ world.

We are now entered into the great NZ INTERFACE AWARDS for Best Class Blog. Although this does not take your votes, the Back to baSIX team would like to take the opportunity to thank our school, local and global community for supporting us with your comments and praise for our blog.

Remember:

IF YOU ALWAYS AIM AT NOTHING, YOU'LL ALWAYS HIT IT!!

Cadbury really make me laugh!!!

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Can you guess this staff member? Answer... Mr Reade

School Photos

Well, it has been a wet ans wild day at Apanui School today.

We have had our class photos taken and it looks to be a real nice one too!!

I (Mr Reade) even wore a tie for a change.

All of the kids assured me that they put on their best smile. (Everyone was in the correct uniform too!!)

We had 3 people away today sadly but 'the show had to go on'.

Can you guess todays staff member? The answer is...Mr Holden

Can you guess this staff member? Answer is...Debbye

Your clue: If you leave the doors open in the corridor, she might explode with coldness!!

Can you guess this staff member? Answer is...Mr Robinson

Should 'AGE' be based on perspective only?

We have asked the children to guess the combined ages of the 4 male staff members at Apanui School. This prompted a rather interesting debate on the age of the two 'more mature' members of staff; Mr Robinson and Mr Holden. We have constructed some polls to show what age these two men may be. Have a look at the results or try the poll yourself.

HAPPY MATHS WEEK EVERYONE!!!

Homework for Week 3

Hi guys,

Your word of the week is "kiln".

Its a hard word to say but my clue is...it is a thing.

Have a great 'maths' week everyone

Maths Week this week

This week is 'Maths Week' so make sure that you think a little harder this week.

For great activities to do at home check out the NZMATHS website. They have awesome family based activities to play and do.

(Click the link below to go there)
http://nzmaths.co.nz/

Can you guess this Apanui School Staff member? Answer is...Mr Templeton

Can you guess this Staff Member? Answer is Miss Hems

Homework for week 3

Hi guys, I'm sorry for the delay in putting up your homework on our blog. As you may be aware I have been pretty sick this week and have not been using my computer.

The word of the week should have been written into your homework books on Tuesday. For those that did not write it down, the word is"maintain" .

The most important thing is hat you are reading each night and doing your spelling words. I will be testing these on Friday.

***Note to parents***
Please help your child to learn these words in their heads and on paper. This could be by getting them to write the ord in a sentence or finding it 'unassissted' in a dictionary.

Please do not give your child 'extra' words in their spelling books as this can be counter productive to the spelling program that I have in place in class.

Thanks again for all your support

The magic e

A little video about the silent e

It's amazing what babies can do!

Toku Reo Episode 2

Test your knowledge click on the link below:


http://www.tokureo.maori.nz/index.cfm/1,249,0,43,html?p=3&backnodeid=195

LETS CELEBRATE MAORI LANGUAGE WEEK

Do you think that you have a good Reo knowledge?

Take the test!

Follow the link below and test you Reo knowledge.

http://www.tokureo.maori.nz/index.cfm/1,195,0,43,html?qp=2&p=1

To Watch the Webisode that goes with this test, click below

http://media.tewhanake.maori.nz/podcasts/video/Ep01podcast.mp4

Time to learn the dance moves!!!

Random quote for the day!!

"THE YOU YOU SEE, IS THE YOU YOU'LL BE!!"

- What do you see?

Something for you to all PONDER over.

Homework for week 3

Hey guys,

What a wonderful start to the week with the sun shining.

The word of the week is "Valour". This word is used a lot in the awarding of military medals and for excetional people.

Great to see people remembering to bring their spelling notebooks and homework books to school each day. Its helping us to remember that our homework needs to be done.

Spelling must be tested, ticked and signed by a parent each night and sighted by me the next day. (well done if you are doing that!!)

Reading logs are not being signed by parents so please remember to do this so I can verify that you are doing your reading.

Stuck for story ideas?

This website will help you with weird ans wacky ideas for a story.


http://teacher.scholastic.com/activities/storystarters/storystarter1.htm

Thanks again to Mr Baker from fab4@work for the link.

The wonders of I.C.T

This Video shows the wonders of what we can achieve in I.C.T at school. The Nintendo Wii idea is cool!

Thanks to Mr. S Baker for posting this Youtube vid on his class blog fab4@Work (mrbsblog.com)

Google does it again

Do you want to get up close and personal with the moon?

Well, with the 40th anniversary of the Lunar Moon landing (for those that still believe in it, like Miss Hems)

Google have introduced a neat Google Earth Map.

Click on (www.google.com/moon/) it lets users take 3D flyovers of the moon and, like similar features for planet Earth, these are enhanced with additional content.

Save the words.

Hey kids, think the word of the week homework is too easy?

Well check out www.savethewords.com

This site will expose you to words you never though existed. It will show you words that were feared extinct.
It will teach you words that will 'out-vocab' your parents.

This site offers the challenge of 'adopt-a-word'. This means that you will be given a word and you have the challenge of using throughout your day and at school or in your writing. Perhaps you would like to sign up to the 'word of the day' newsletter.

Worth a look

What is Mr. Reade reading...

Devil May Care - A James Bond Novel.

Synopsis:

Bond is back. With a vengeance.
M has summoned agent 007 to London. It's the swinging Sixties and a flood of narcotics is pouring into Britain. Sinister industrialist Dr Julius Gorner is identified as the source and James Bond is dispatched to investigate.
The trail takes Bond to Paris and then Persia - where the beautiful and enigmatic twins Scarlett and Poppy lead him to Gorner's secret desert headquarters. Here, Bond uncovers Gorner's cold-blooded plans for world domination.

Only by playing Gorner's twisted game can Bond stop him . . .

Welcome from the Back to baSIX team

A big welcome to Jason, who is new to our class. He has come to us from another great school, Awakeri. We look forward to getting to know him better as the year goes on.

We would also like to welcome back James who has flown back from Taiwan. Its great to have him back.

Homework for Week 1

Hi kids, your word of the week is 'PONDER'.

It is really vital that the homework books go home each night and I am finding books left in class. Please remember your HW books kids.

Each week I expect to see:

* Word of the week

* Home-reading (dated and signed) - This is not happening much at the moment, so please help parents.

* Spelling words - these will go out on tuesday.

***Parents, please remember to allow at least some time this week to practise the childrens spelling words with them. Use spellingcity.com to support your childs learning.***

Back to School

Well, it is term 3 already.

We can expect all sorts of things to be taking place this term.

* Cross Country
* Dance Day
* and much more.

Remember kids that an early night, regular exercise and healthy eating will help you to learn more at school.

Movie of the week- Ice Age 3 : Dawn of the Dinosaur

Monkey Kick Off

Farewell to one of the crew!!

We would like to wish one of our very own, a fond farewell.

Michael and his family will be leaving us to live in Australia and he won't be returning to us in term 3.

We have loved having Michael in our class and he will be greatly missed by us all.

We hope he will keep in touch and drop us a line on the Back To baSIX blog.

Transformers 2 - Revenge of the Fallen trailer

This is the trailer to the movie that is setting records in the box office. Transformers 2 - Revenge of the fallen is a big favourite, (and an endless topic of discussion) for the children and also teacher of Room Six.
So here is the trailer. "Transform and roll out..!"

Hi everyone, welcome to the beginning of week 10.

This week there will be no homework reading. This is due to all library and reading resourse books needing to handed in.

There will be a word of the week and spelling.

Your word of the week is 'RESTORE'.

Last Day for voting

We would like to extend ONE LAST opportunity to vote for the Back to baSIX blog. Although the competition is tough, we believe that 'a vote for us is a vote for Apanui School'.

Voting closes at 5pm today (29th June).

Thankyou to all of those who supported us by voting.

Back to baSIX Tribute to Michael Jackson (1958-2009)

We would like to pay tribute to a man who, single-handedly, changed the course of music as we know it.

The 'Undisputed King of Pop' was found dead today in his home from cardiac arrest (his heart stopped).

We will always be grateful to him for the great music and funky dance moves that he graced us with over the last

few decades.

Although a little odd at times, he will forever be a music legend.

R.I.P: Michael Joseph Jackson - Born: August 29 1958, Died: June 25 2009

Getting known in NZ

We are now advertised on New Zealands leading education ICT magazine. Check out the website to pick up tips, tools and info on ICT and its use in the classroom.

We are listed under 'Class Blogs'.

Yay for us!!!