Kia ora koutou,

I can’t believe how quickly Term 3 came and went.  Preparing for our biennial art exhibition certainly made it a busy term. I wish the staff team, students and school whanau a relaxing two week break. My hope is that we all get to enjoy some excellent spring weather.

I will be on sabbatical during Term 4. Anna and Ray will be sharing the role of acting principal. Anna will be released at the start of the week and Ray will be released from his class at the end of the week. You can contact them by leaving a message with Georgie in the office or emailing them on annam@tearo.school.nz

or rteahen@tearo.school.nz

During October, I will be completing the Springboard Trust leadership programme that I have been undertaking this year as well as further investigating successful practices and strategies that will benefit the health and wellbeing of both students and staff. As part of this focus on wellbeing I hope to explore further the connections between culturally responsive practices and student wellbeing.

I am very grateful to both the Board and the staff team for supporting me as I take this time to both read, study, talk, meet with people and visit other schools both here in New Zealand and overseas. I look forward to returning to school to share my term’s learning with the staff, the Board and the wider school whanau.

Nga mihi nui