Wiki Tuarima (Week 5), Term 2, 2026: Next week’s message from Jason Elder.

Friday 15 May 2026

Kia ora whānau

We have had a sharp rise in unwell tamariki over the last week. Can we please ensure tamariki are dressed appropriately for the winter weather.

If tamariki are unwell, please keep them home to help avoid other tamariki and staff becoming unwell.

Whānau Questionnaire:

  • What is the main way you keep connected with school news, information and events?
  • When is the best time to meet the teacher at the start of the school year?
  • Year 1-4 Whānau Connection at the end of Term 1: Did you receive a call or talk to your child’s classroom teacher at the end of Term 1? What did you get out of this phone call/connection with the classroom teacher?
  • Year 5-8 Learning Conferences: How did you find the Student Led Learning Conferences at the end of Term 1?

We would love to hear what you think about the above questions. Please complete this short questionnaire that was shared on Whānau Day. Click below to complete the Questionnaire. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/whanauday2026

What is happening next week:

  • Monday 18 May: Rooms 9/11/13 visit Rotokare Scenic Reserve
  • Tuesday 19 May: Rooms 10/14 visit Rotokare Scenic Reserve; Year 5-6 Rippa Rugby Tournament at S.P.S; Sport Taranaki working with teachers and classes; Year 7-8 Huranga Whānui
  • Wednesday 20 May: Year 7-8 Huranga Whānui; Vision testing – Yr 7’s and some Juniors
  • Thursday 21 May: Kapa Haka; Rooms 3-4  visiting Pukeiti; Year 5-6 Rippa Rugby Postponement Day
  • Friday 22 May: Assembly at 9.15am (all whānau welcome); Rooms 1-2 visiting Pukeiti; Year 5-6 Sports Exchange versus Bell Block School (away); Yr 7-8 Basketball. 

Key Dates for Term 2

  • Friday 29 May: Teachers Only Day – No school
  • Monday 1 June: King’s Birthday – No school
  • Friday 3 July: Last day of Term 2 at 2.35pm


Please drive slowly along Regan Street, during before and after school times

There is a 30km speed limit during school drop off times. Lately, a number of cars have been speeding during this time. Please can everyone drive slowly during these times to keep our tamariki safe. Whānau can you remind friends and family who also drive along Regan Street during these times. 


Paper Road Access

The road between the Junior Block and the swimming pool is jointly owned by the school and the Stratford District Council. This road is reserved for council staff, school staff, and whānau who hold a valid car park pass.

The Principal issues passes to whānau who require assistance and/or have tamariki with complex needs. All other vehicles are not permitted to use or park on this road.


Important Information

Ngā mihi nui


Jason Elder
Principal
Stratford Primary School