Wiki Tuawhitu (Week 7), Term 3, 2026: Next week’s message from Jason Elder.

Friday 28 August 2026

Kia ora whānau

The weather has started to change, with a mix of sunny and cold days. As we head towards spring, whānau can start reminding their tamariki about being SunSmart. Ākonga can begin bringing a named hat to school in their bag, ready to wear when playing outside on sunny days. Sickness continues to be a challenge. Remember, if your tamariki are unwell, please do not send them to school. This will help reduce the spread of illness to other tamariki and staff.

We have a lot happening over the coming weeks. Next week, we have the Interschool EPro8 Challenge. All the best to our AIMS Games ākonga, who head away next week to compete in Swimming and Rip Rugby. The Central Cross Country is planned for Wednesday 9 September, with the Taranaki Cross Country being held on Wednesday 23 September.

Finally, our Year 7–8 ākonga will be showcasing their Wearable Arts designs. See the attached flyer for further details, as well as the message on the School App.

What is happening next week?

  • Monday 31 August: No school – Teachers Only Day; Board Hui from 5.00pm in the Conference Room. 
  • Tuesday 1 September: Huranga Whānui – Food Tech, Dance and Photo Animation; Epro8 School Competition (Hall); Year 7-8 Wearable Arts tickets go on sale. Cost: Gold coin donation, dry packaged food or a can for Foodback.
  • Wednesday 2 September: Huranga Whānui – Food Tech, Dance and Photo Animation; Epro8 School Competition (Hall). 
  • Thursday 3 September Kapa Haka; Ākonga Council Hui. 
  • Friday 4 September: Assembly at 9.15am – all whānau are welcome to attend.

Key Future Dates for Term 3

  • Friday 25 September: Last day of Term 3. School finishes at 2.35pm. End of the Winter Hours. 
  • Monday 12 October – Summer Term begins: School will now finish at 2.55pm for all of Term 4, 2026. 

Important Information

Ngā mihi nui


Jason Elder
Principal
Stratford Primary School