Morning Fitness

Jumpers off and we were prepared to be heated. “Room 12 go., instructed Miss Ginders.

I sprinted out Ruapotaka School gates and down Tripoli Road as the breeze from the trees blew against my face. It was easy at first but my calves were burning like they were on fire. I jogged past plenty of walking students on my first lap.

It was my second time round and I was about to give up. It was hard to breathe and more sweat was forming on my forehead but a great friend of mine kept me jogging at a pace I could keep up with. Teachers encouraged me and complimented me on my good running.

My last lap was really hard and my face turned bright red like a tomato. I jogged up the entrance of our school until I reached the finish line. I was happy with myself for jogging non stop for the entire three laps.

Asthma Is Scary!

On Friday afternoon Chris came to our school along with Sailor the Puffer Fish to talk about a serious condition that affects our lungs. Asthma is putting a lot of children and adults in hospital. He talked to us about what triggers asthma. Cold weather, smelly smoke and much more can trigger asthma. He demonstrated how to use the inhaler with the spacer. Did you know you have to breathe in 6 times through the spacer every time you push the inhaler down. He also demonstrated how to help a friend out in a sticky situation which was really useful. I enjoyed his humorous show!

Folding, Folding and More Folding.

For the past couple of weeks on Friday's my class have been making origami.  We started off as amateurs but now I think that we are pros. We have made all kinds of origami and they are proudly displayed on our wall. I created a rose which was difficult and it consisted  of a lot of folding.

Cross Country

Everyone crowded, pushing each other while trying to fit through our school gate. After all the pushing and bumping each other we finally made it through. During the time we were running we could feel the pressure and perspiration forming on our bodies. Everyone was cheering while coming through to the finish line We felt relieved. At the end of the day we were all proud of ourselves and others who tried their best.

Places:

Mikayla at 1st place

Ofa at 2nd place

Miria and Elizabeth (tie) 3rd place

By Elizabeth, Miria, Mikayla, Ofa

Duffy Role Model Assembly

Today a man called Myron Simpson came to our school as a Duffy Role Model. He is currently a cyclist who has been all over the world, competed in the Commonwealth Games and best of all represents New Zealand. 
I was lucky enough to introduce him to my school and ask him a couple of questions. His favourite place he's been to is Italy because of the delicious pizza. He always has to study places before he goes to them. 
He also has a muesli brand which is sold online and it is called Myron’s Muesli. He had some pretty cool gear with him such as his special bike, his helmet, medals and more. He has followed through with his dream since he was little.

Talent Quest Assembly

Yesterday Room 12 hosted our Senior Syndicate Assembly. We had an awesome Talent Quest which gave some seniors a chance to display their natural talents. These included dancing, singing and more singing. It was really entertaining and we all enjoyed it. Fotu and I received certificates in our class. My certificate was awarded to me for taking the initiative of organizing the assembly. It was done well and everyone had fun. Next fortnight is Room 11’s turn to host the Senior Syndicate Assembly.

Daffodil Day

On Monday after School Assembly we came back to class and were sorted into three groups. I was the leader of my group and I was demonstrating and guiding my peers to make an origami daffodil. The aim was to try and make the best Daffodil by folding, cutting and tying the papers. During the process we had to be delicate to prevent the paper from ripping. The outcome was great and we all enjoyed making them.

We Support Daffodil Day!

These Daffodils were made by the students from each classroom and selected by their teachers as the best made flower. Each class created their Daffodils in different ways.

Some classes constructed them by using muffin cases, straws for stalks and orange and yellow papers. Some classes folded their papers and others used templates created by their teachers.

We made these because we support Daffodil Day as a school raising money for the Cancer Society.

   
Photographer: Estah

Duffy Assembly

On Monday I received a Duffy award for Caught Being Good. I received two books as well as a certificate, that stated that I “had excellent comprehension skills”. The title of my books are ‘Camp Rock’ and ‘SOMUCH2DO.’  I was surprised that I was chosen to receive the award. I was applauded by the whole school. I was asked to stay up at the front of the assembly and I was acknowledged by Mrs Vickers for my role as a Manaiakalani Ambassador.