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13 June 2025  |
Kia ora koutou This week, we were delighted to welcome Year 8 students from our local primary schools as they begin to look ahead to their college journey in 2026. Over the course of three days, more than 400 students visited us, and it has been a pleasure to showcase all that Paraparaumu College has to offer. It was especially heartening to see so many of our current students speaking proudly about their own experiences at PC and supporting activities across the different subject areas the Year 8s explored. |
Open Evening for Prospective Students - Monday 23 June Our Open Evening for new students to the college for 2026 is taking place on Monday 23 June. There will be two sessions to sign up to (Session 1 - 4:30 - 6:00pm and Session 2 - 6:30 - 8:00pm). Please see the attached news article below to sign up. Please note that school will conclude at 1:35pm on this day. |
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Enrol Now for 2026! Applications to enrol for 2026 are now open. |
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Kapa Haka Our Kapa Haka group, Ngā Tai Tūātea, are in their final days of preparation for Regionals on Monday 16 June at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua. We know this event is very popular and there may only be limited tickets available. Check the link here for availability. We wish the group all the best - kia kaha! Arts Extravaganza! Wednesday 18 & Thursday 19 June @ 7:00pm We are counting down the days until our Arts Extravaganza next week. Many of our Arts students will be featured in items including Kapa Haka, Dance, Pasifika, Jazz band, Choir, Wearable Arts, Shakespeare, Visual Arts, and more! Get your tickets now for Wednesday or Thursday night here. |
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Ōtaki Kids Market Ambassadors On Wednesday, Tal and Nate were representatives of the Ōtaki Kids Market at a special meet and greet with our local MP, Tim Costley and the Minister of Finance, Nicola Willis. This was a meet and greet as a learning opportunity for young stall holders and they spoke confidently about their products/talent, pricing strategies, and their goals. Financial literacy took centre stage as they chatted with the Minister of Finance about the basics of budgeting, reinvesting profits, and understanding the value of connections and customer service. |
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UPCOMING EVENTS - SAVE THE DATES! Conferencing Day and the Kāpiti Coast Youth Careers Expo - Wednesday 30 July Conferencing Day allows students and whānau the opportunity to attend a 15-minute interview with their Tūhono Teacher to engage in open and honest dialogue about the student’s academic performance so far, well-being, attendance, pastoral care record, extra-curricular activities, goal setting and chance to discuss making great subject choices for 2026. There are no timetabled classes on this day and students are not required to wear their school uniform. Bookings will be available via the schoolinterviews website and this information will be sent out to you soon and will also be available on our website. We also have an exciting Careers Expo happening simultaneously at Southwards Car Museum. This is a combined endeavor by the Careers Staff from our three local colleges. All young adults from the Kāpiti Coast are invited to attend. Parent / Teacher Interviews - Thursday 14 August Parent/Teacher interviews for all year levels will be taking place on Thursday 14 August. Information will be sent to you for bookings through the schoolinterviews website closer to the date. School will conclude at 2:15pm on this day. |
We use our School App and Facebook page for any urgent messages and to highlight student success and we would love you to follow us. You can find the links at the bottom of this newsletter along with a link to our Instagram page and Youtube. Kia pai tō rā whakatā Mark Robinson |
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Community Notices Matariki weekend on the Kāpiti Coast | Ngā Manu Nature Reserve Join us this Matariki weekend (Friday - Sunday) as we honour the Māori New Year with a celebration of nature, reflection, and renewal. Enjoy a cosy hot chocolate and take part in family-friendly activities that connect with the themes of Matariki—remembering the past, celebrating the present, and looking to the future. Mid Winter Ceramics Festival “Star Gaze” - 21 - 22 June The Ōtaki Pottery Club celebrates Matariki with “Star Glaze”. 20 - 21 June from 10am to 4pm at Ōtaki Racecourse, 47 Te Roto Road, Ōtaki. This is an indoor event. Entry: $5 Race Club Fee on Friday | Koha on Saturday. Atareira - 4 week Anxiety Management Programme - Wed 18 & 25 June & 2 & 9 July Atareira is offering a FREE Anxiety Programme to people over the age of 18 years who experience anxiety and want to learn skills to help manage the experience. The programme runs one day a week for 4 weeks. Date & Time Starts: Wednesday 18 June 10am - 12:30pm Venue: Kāpiti Impact Hub “The Moa Room”, 6 Tongariro Street, Paraparaumu For further information or to register, please email Anne at anne@atareira.org.nz or phone or text on 027 769 4405 Big Air Gym Sports Empowering Kids Confidence, Learning & Achievement Through Gym! From cartwheels, flips, and tumbling to tramp tricks and parkour — Bigair Gym’s classes are packed with fun, fitness, and focus. Kids learn cool skills, achieve their goals, and build unstoppable confidence in a safe, supportive space. Term 3 Gym Class Bookings open on Monday 23 rd June. Don’t miss your chance to help your child grow, achieve, learn, and have fun at Bigair Gym! Holiday Programme Bookings Open Monday 16th June. Choose from Bigair Gyms popular full-day or half-day sessions. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot online today! It’s the perfect way for kids to stay active, come along with friends, learn new skills, and enjoy their holiday break. Booking online for Term 3 & the Holiday Programme is quick and easy at www.bigairgym.co.nz Bigair Gymsports Kapiti: ph. 297 0400, e. kapiti@bigairgym.co.nz at 4 Manchester Street, Kapiti. |
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