Room 6, Tomarata School

Camp

2011-10-14T09:07:00.000+13:00

Am VERY excited for camp, hope we have good, warm weather. You kids better be ready!!!!! Vanessa O

Rooms 5&6 Camp 2011 - Camp Bentzon, Kawau Island

2011-10-14T09:06:00.001+13:00

2011 Room 6 Camp on PhotoPeach

Terrific Tomarata Tales

2011-07-08T14:20:00.002+12:00

Tomarata School Production - Terrific Tomarata Tales on PhotoPeach

Tomarata School Production

2011-07-08T13:50:00.003+12:00

The last couple of days Tomarata School has been very busy. They have been performing their own school production. The ideas for this production was the year 7&8's. They have been put together by Maureen Skinner and Val Couling. The senior students have been practising their lines over the last school holidays and they have been working very hard.It was a great turn out, lots of people turned up to watch the great performance. We presented it three times and now all the children are tired. We really enjoyed performing it was exciting. I think the crowds liked it too.All the teachers are proud of us. :)

By Holly and Cara

Museum Trip

2011-06-09T09:26:00.000+12:00

On Wednesday the 1st of June Rooms 4, 5 and 6 went on a trip to the Auckland Museum. We went in to the Maori culture and Polynesia parts of the museum. The trip was very interesting and we have learned a lot about the Pacific Islands and Maori culture. The Pacific Island section of the museum was very helpful because Rooms 4, 5 and 6 are learning about this. Room 6 students are doing studies about 4 of the countries in the Pacific. The museum was a big help to all of us to help us understand more about what we are learning about.

Leah

2011-05-25T10:24:00.001+12:00

She walks in smiley as always. Her bouncy ginger hair is captured by a blue hair tie. Her black and sparkly socks wrap around her legs to keep them warm. She has freckles glued all over her face. Her raging red checkered jacket falls over her shoulders. Her teeth are white like the clouds in the. Two fiery bits of hair drip down past her eyes.

By Holly

Question letters

2011-05-25T10:01:00.001+12:00

Dear Holly,
How was my week? It was incredible, but the flight was not as outstanding as I thought it would be. Did I have a grand ride? Well yes the elephants were so loyal and it was so peaceful, but scorching hot so we had a little bath in the pure aqua water. When am I coming home? I don’t exactly want to came home it is so lovely here, but my two weeks is nearly up so I am going to make the most of it. I might go and trace some glorious gorillas.
by Cara Doggett

Athletics Day

2011-04-14T11:43:00.003+12:00

On Wednesday the 6th of april we had athletics day. Schools from all over came and we did all sorts of activities. The highlight of the day for me was the finals. But it was a bummer when we all found out there was no relays.People were selling drinks and sausages and many people were there and I'm sure everyone had a good time. I'm glad to hear that many tomarata student's did well in the athletics day.The hardest things was the 400m but it was a great day after all.The day after that everyones legs were sore.

By Leah.

athletics

2011-04-14T11:41:00.000+12:00

2011-03-24T13:05:00.000+13:00

EWES Inter-school Swimming Sports - Fri 4 March on PhotoPeach

2011-03-24T11:59:00.001+13:00

Rodney College Head Boy and Girl visit to Room 6 - Wed 23 March 2011 on PhotoPeach

Visit from head boy and girl of Rodney College

2011-03-24T10:11:00.005+13:00

On Wednesday 23rd March Room 6 had a visit from the head boy and girl from Rodney College. They came to talk to us about leadership and the responsibilities of being head boy and girl. At the end of their talk Room 6 had a chance to ask questions. Some of our questions really made them think. They talked about when they went to a leadership camp and about some the things they did. They ended up showing us some of the games that they played. But then it was time to go and so we said goodbye and thank you. I think Room 6 learned a lot from them about leadership and also had a lot of fun.

visit by head girl and boy from Rodney College

2011-03-24T10:03:00.004+13:00

On Wednesday Brittany and Romahn came to talk about leadership. They talked about their responsibilities at Rodney College as head boy/girl. They played games with us. We played pukana and finger grab. We all really enjoyed them. They told us about the leadership roles when they were younger and how it helped become great leaders. Some of the roles they had were cadets, Surf life saving, whanau leaders etc. We had a great time with them and we learnt lots!
By Holly and Cara

One sentence stories

2011-03-17T14:13:00.002+13:00

As the water came crashing down over the streets I heard screams and scared people crying then it was all over.

Shawnee

And there came the big black water streaming past me at 100kms an hour flooding everything in its way, pushing cars into brick walls then the water was at my feet.

Tiarna

Mr M conference update

2011-02-23T15:03:00.003+13:00

Hi everyone, it is the morning of the last day of the conference. I have had a couple of days of some very engaging speakers with topics ranging from letting students be the teacher, looking into the future, thinking about what a leader is ,brain-based learning and what is inquiry learning? I get to have a play with some LEGO robotics this morning prior to the final Keynote Speaker of the conference. It has been a great week in terms of professional development and I'm sure much of what I've heard with be beneficial to me in the future. GPM

Learning@School 2011 - Rotorua

2011-02-23T08:27:00.002+13:00

The teacher is at a conference. I arrived safely on Tuesday afternoon and after a couple of small issues I checked into my motel and settled in. Wednesday morning - have registered and am now sitting and waiting for the conference to start. It begins with a welcome to all delegates and no doubt there will be some changes to the programme with the events in Christchurch. The images on the TV are absolutely terrible and incomprehensible to those not on the ground in the city. After, there is the first keynote speaker followed by a day of breakouts (workshops). I'm looking forward to it and will try to post regular updates.

GPM

motutapu camp

2010-12-10T09:05:00.004+13:00

camp was very awesome and epic. people got over there fears and accomplished the new obstacles. Sailing was fun and so was the survivour challenge when you had to work as a team to complete the course there was ponds by the challenge so of course groups were wanting to jump in the ponds........they got dirty

by Izaiah watts

camp at motutapu

2010-12-10T09:04:00.003+13:00

it was great time and was fun. my favourite thing was sailing. because I got to tip rebecca off.

by eru

Camp at Motutapu

2010-12-10T09:00:00.005+13:00

It was a long walk to camp from the ferry.But once we got there it was the best camp i've ever seen.All the activities were fun and exiting. Sailing was awesome cause Hannah and I kept tipping out.Motutapu camp was the best camp i've ever been to.

By Leah

Camp 2010 - Motutapu Island - 29 Nov-3 Dec 10

2010-12-07T15:54:00.000+13:00

Room 6 Camp 2010 - Motutapu Island on PhotoPeach

Room 6 Kiwi Golf - 16 November 2010

2010-12-07T15:53:00.000+13:00

Kiwi Golf - 16 November 2010 on PhotoPeach

Medieval Communities

2010-12-07T15:48:00.000+13:00

Medieval Communities - Shields on PhotoPeach

Calf and Lamb Day

2010-10-20T10:12:00.004+13:00

On Friday morining the students of Tomarata School arrived with their Calves,Lambs,Sculptures and Gardens. Excited and cheerful children were playing and getting ready for their calves and lambs to compete. Rooms 4, 5 and 6 were setting up their stalls so they could raise money for their camp. People were arriving and soon it was time for the judging of the calves and lambs. Once that was done people looked around the stalls and through the classes. The day was slowly ending. People were leaving and stalls were packing up.That was a day to remember

Leah

The Magnficent showday

2010-10-20T10:03:00.002+13:00

On Friday 15th October,Tomarata School had a magnificent Showday. There were calves and lambs. They were so cute and funny. On the magnificent showday rooms 5,6&4 were doing stalls to raise money for their camps so that the camp could cost a little bit less. In the class rooms you could have a loook at the kids saucers, vegetable creations and mini scenes. They were looking good. As everybody started to leave the school had to pack up.

Kirsty

The Big Day Out

2010-10-20T09:51:00.004+13:00

On Friday the 15th of October, Tomarata School had their calf club day. There were many shops and stall. The food to eat was yum and so were the drinks, water and sweets and so many more yummy things. The kids had a game or two one of them were called the water balloon spLash. There was a calf running away and it was funny. Some stalls had things for $1 or 5oc like fudge,coconut ice and bags of lollies. It was a great day.

Eru

Calves in Tomarata

2010-10-20T09:46:00.003+13:00

On Friday the 15th October an epic show day took place at Tomarata School. Lambs and calves were prancing through the obstacles. People were selling candy,cakes,raffles and sausage sizzles for a fundraiser so Tomarata's senior classes could go to camp. Some calves were lazy and some calves were well trained. There were white,fluffy,gleaming patches on the field that looked liked sheep from heaven. Once the exhausting day was over a young calf escaped but eventually tired out.

Izaiah

The Special Show Day

2010-10-20T09:36:00.003+13:00

On the morning of the 5th of October the older kids of Tomarata school started to set up their wonderful stalls. The crowds, calves and lambs marched into the school grounds. I even noticed some goats! The principal of Tomarata, Mrs Duffin, called everyone over to plant a special Kauri tree for Corey Ngakuru who passed away earlier in the year. Some of Corey's friends said some nice things about him and then a few of his close friends helped to plant the tree. The contestants with calves and lambs were getting ready to show off their skills. It was really nice to see the kids and their animals having fun. Congratulations to the kids who won ribbons. All in all, it was a fantastic day with smiles all round.

Rory

Show Day

2010-10-20T09:30:00.000+13:00

On show day I saw some goats and calves and sheep. There were stalls and prizes to win and there was food to eat. It was fun! I was helping Jamie and Kristian on a stall and Jamie broke a jar of lollies. It was the coin toss and you can win a chocolate bar. Some people won after awhile. There were more stalls and I did some other things. I was watching the calves being led around the field but I got bored and went and did some other things. I tried to win $50 but I didn’t win it so I was not happy that I didn’t win. I got a free bar for helping and I gave it to Gordan he was happy and he ate it. I went home to watch TV.

Paul Cormack
18/10/10

Making Music in Room 6

2010-09-16T09:27:00.002+12:00

In Room 6 we have been making instruments from recycled rubbish.
Here are some of our instruments.
Eru

Book Character day!!!

2010-09-07T15:17:00.003+12:00

Pipi Longstockings, Harry Potter, the turtle and the hare...
These were just a few of the cool, crazy characters at the Book Character day on the 27th of August. It was so much fun, and it was great to see how many people participated, especially the Juniors. The teachers too dressed up, as characters such as the Wishy-Washy woman, the mouse from the Gruffalo, and so many more. Mr M was nowhere to be seen, and he missed the guest appearance from Clifford the big red dog, but he must have seen him, because he came back to class with a piece of crimson fur on his shirt...
Anyway, Book Character day was great, and I really do hope it continues in the years to come, because I know how much joy the younger children get out of it. (Okay, and some of us seniors too! =))

Aimee

Novel Study Plots

2010-08-26T10:31:00.002+12:00

Room 6 have prodeuced Novel Studies this term. This Voice Thread is the students sharing the "Plot" from their novels. Enjoy.

MATHEX 2010

2010-08-17T20:41:00.001+12:00

Catching Fire!

2010-08-17T16:19:00.002+12:00

The second book in the captivating Hunger Games trilogy, Catching Fire is an exciting,thrilling read that is guaranteed to have you on the edge of your seat.
Based in the future, Katniss Everdeen from District 12 has just returned alive from the horrifying Hunger Games. After pulling a rebellious stunt in the arena, the Capitol wants her killed, along with any hope of uprisings in the Districts. With many twists and turns in the book, and a shock cliff-hanger ending, Catching Fire is a great read that i would recommend to anybody 12+.
I cant wait for Mockingjay!

Aimee

The Hunger Games - by Suzanne Collins

2010-07-02T10:11:00.003+12:00

Great book - the 1st in a series (Catching Fire & Mockingjay are the other two). Set in the future at a time when the people in the Capitol are the wealthy and they control the poor in the districts who fight for survival on a daily basis. Each year a boy and girl from each district are chosen to compete in the Hunger Games - a no rules fight to be the last one standing and to bring food and wealth to your district. A strong example of the Capitol's control over the poor, and a wonderful story of a 16 year old girl, Katniss, who fights against them.

Super Speakers

2010-06-16T21:23:00.002+12:00

Congratulations to the members of Room 6 who competed in the EWES Cluster Speech Finals today. An awesome job from all the students. In the Yr 7/8 category Kristian was victorious and Aimee 2nd - a very close decision by all accounts. This is great news for two students who have put a lot of time and effort into their speeches this term. Luke and Rebecca from Room 5 also placed 2nd and 3rd, respectively, in the Yr 5/6 category - well done.

CONGRATULATIONS

2010-06-12T18:40:00.004+12:00

Well done Daniel and Jamie for getting into the Rodney-Otamatea Taniwha Cup rugby team. It will be lots of fun when we go up to Dargaville to play the competition on July the 6th. We are staying at a Marae just out of Ruawai - that will be fun as well. We are also selling rafle tickets to fundraise for the trip and team tracksuits. The tickets are 5$ each and you could be into win 2 draws for half a side of beef.

By Jamie

CHILLY

2010-06-11T09:50:00.004+12:00

The wind whistles through my hair as I walk through the cool air. There's a shiver down my spine as another huge gust of wind slaps me in the face. There is a pitter-patter on the pavement as the rain starts to fall from the grey clouds. There are a few screams from two girls running to find shelter. "We should probably get back to class," says a chilled voice from behind me. But I am frozen! The thing is, I don't exactly know why. I get a nudge from my best friend who is standing beside me as she runs back to class. I follow her as the wind whistles through my hair.

Hannah

Our netball tournament!

2010-06-02T18:54:00.007+12:00

As I walk down the hill, my eyes wander over the grey, concrete courts, searching. Out of the corner of my eye, I spot a glimpse of red and blue uniforms, and I jog down to join my team. It was Sunday 30th May, and we had a netball tournament. Two teams from Tomarata were entering, and I was really excited to get on the court and play!
We won our first game 18-4, and our second 14-22. We then played a team from a college down in Auckland, and we lost 13-7, but won our next game against Dargaville.
Because we won most of our games, we got to play off for third, and we won!
I was so pleased that we got third place, but I was pretty puffed afterwards!

Many thanks to all our parents, and of course our wonderful coach Vanessa!

Aimee, Tomarata 4

Room 6 Speeches

2010-06-02T16:02:00.003+12:00

What a wonderful way to begin the delivery of speeches in Room 6. 10 willing students shared their speeches and it was obvious to me that a great deal of effort had gone into preparing and rehearsing them. Well done to those students. I look forward to hearing the reminder of the class on Thursday and Friday.

Mr M

Room 6 - FISH Philosophy

2010-05-24T19:48:00.003+12:00

The FISH Philosophy is a great approach to school and life in general. It is based around four simple ideas:

PLAY - have fun doing what you do while getting the job done

BE PRESENT - be there in the moment for the person or people you are interacting with. Don't be distracted or ignore others

MAKE THEIR DAY - Do or say something to someone else - let them know how important they are or what a good job they are doing. Ask them if they need help or encourage them positively.

CHOOSE YOUR ATTITUDE - Sometimes we have no say in what we do, but we can choose how we go about doing it - be positive and it will rub off on others around you :)

Trip to Waitangi/Russell

2010-03-31T09:07:00.003+13:00

Last Thursday and Friday Rooms 4,5, & 6 headed north to visit Waitangi, Paihia and Russell. We were given a tour through the Treaty Grounds and Treaty House, walked a track to the Haruru Falls, stayed at the Oramahoe Marae and caught the ferry to Russell and had a tour through Pompallier House. The trip was awesome.

Welcome Back

2010-02-25T08:56:00.002+13:00

It's a new school year and already we have alot on our plate. On Mondays we have Taz from Northland Cricket in teaching us new cricket skills. Mrs Coop (the music teacher) is back this year teaching many students from Tomarata School how to play Guitar, Violin and Piano. Next week we already have planned for the Beach Education at Mangawhai beach , Cluster school swimming sports at Rodney College and Manual for the year 7 and 8 students. This year should be very interesting with our new teacher Mr McNaughten. Lets hope it is.

Ally and Hannah

Its Coming To A End!

2009-12-14T11:19:00.002+13:00

2009 is nearly over and that means the year 8s are off to College! I'm going to miss Tomarata so much and I have learnt so much! Thank-you to all the teachers that have taught me soooo much over the years. Thank-you to all the people that have helped me to be who I am.

Have A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Every One !!

Phoebe ☺!

2009-12-10T13:32:00.008+13:00

Design a School Project - This term we have had the challenge of designing a 'new' Secondary school. A scenario was provided and we were split into groups. Each group was required to complete four components - a 3D model, a booklet/prospectus, an oral presentation and a video commercial. The project encompassed many areas of the curriculum (English, Maths, Social Studies, ICT) and involved working co-operatively and problem solving.

Me and Leahs WIN!!

2009-12-08T07:42:00.000+13:00

In the sunny fine weekend Me and Leah went up to Whangarei to compete in the Northlands Doubles and Singles competition. I came third in the singles!!But even better, Me and Leah came first in the Doubles!! We were so happy we won!!We both got awarded two big certificate and earned $25.00 each for just playing and winning tennis!! After all of that we went to Whangarei Aquatic Centre and had a nice long swim!!I had heaps of fun and hope we can keep competing in the Tennis Tournaments!!

By Kimberley!!

Armistice Day

2009-11-11T09:56:00.007+13:00

We remember those who fought in World War I. Try to put yourself in their position. You are on a vast, muddy stretch of land. There are bunkers all around you. The sound of bombs exploding. All around you people dying. People shouting. The heavy sand bags weigh you down. Your hands are freezing cold but you still hold your gun tight because you know it is your life. The sound of aeroplane bullets ricocheting. Blood stains your jacket. Tanks come rolling in. So when you buy a poppy, the money goes towards helping those who survived that tragic war.

Charles

Camp Bentzon - Kawau Island

2009-11-02T11:09:00.004+13:00

Great camp - students were awesome, really nice accommodation, parents helpers cool, fantastic and fun activities. Photos tell a better story...

"Hey I'm Rainbow"

2009-09-24T09:52:00.005+12:00

Tomarata school has been working very hard on the production all term. The production is called "Hey I'm Rainbow". It is about people that litter and the litter that gets onto the beach and destroys everybody's plans. Last night turned out to be great with a full house that people where standing. So much effort has been put into this production especially with the costumes. A big thank you to all the people that help with it all.

Calf Club

2009-09-24T09:51:00.005+12:00

On Friday the 16th of October Tomarata School has Calf Club. We are fundraising for our Room 1 and 6 school camp to Camp Bentzon on Kawau Island, which is happening on Monday the 19th of October. We are having stalls with all sorts of things and anyone is welcome! So come along if you want!

by Phoebe

2009-08-18T12:04:00.003+12:00

The Disco

2009-08-12T14:00:00.004+12:00

On Thursday 30th July we had a disco. There were loads of great songs and effects. The tickets were $5 each. There were many spot prizes. Loads of people came to the event. We really enjoyed it and wish we could go again every Thursday. It was cool because you could stay till 9pm (when it ended) because Friday was a Teacher Only Day! I would like to thank everyone who organised it and hope a lot of money was raised

Sean Cruickshank & Charles Shadick

Stardome trip thanks

2009-06-10T13:11:00.010+12:00

Dear Parents,

Thank-you for coming to help us on the Stardome trip. We appreciate you giving up your time to come with us.

We all enjoyed the trip, even though the Stardome presentation hurt some peoples eyes. We also enjoyed our walk to the top of One Tree Hill.

Thank-you very much for coming. We hope you can come again on another trip!

Yours sincerely
Room6

Stardome

2009-06-05T13:21:00.004+12:00

On Wednesday 3rd June Rooms 1,3 and 6 went to the Stardome in Auckland. Most of us went on the bus. The others went by car. When we got there we went into a room with a roof that is kind of like a semi circle, where you sit in these chairs, laying back and looking at the roof. The roof was just a big screen and a man talked us through the show. We could see the stars and it showed us all the planets and it was really interesting. After the show we went for a walk up to the top of One Tree Hill. It was a fun trip and we all enjoyed it!!

By Phoebe

DARE - make a choice

2009-05-01T13:09:00.007+12:00

This term we are doing the DARE program on Drugs and Alcohol with Mr Watt. This week we are doing a sheet on why it is cool to be me. There are heaps of cool activites. There is also a box for questions and help. We are doing the DARE program all term and at the end we get to go on a trip.

DARE!

2009-05-01T10:17:00.002+12:00

On Wednesday 28th April MR.Watt came in to room 6 and spoke to us about Dare its a program that teaches you about making choices.Mr watt will be visiting again next Thursday.We also did several Activities.

By Tiare

SWIMMING SPORTS

2009-03-30T07:51:00.005+13:00

Super swimming sports was held at the Rodney College in their massive swimming pool. There were a few schools who participated in this challenge. Adults, students and teachers cheered on their respective schools as the students raced. There was a selection of food for sale, which Tomarata School was in charge of. Overall it was a fantastic day and I really enjoyed it.

By Kimberley

200 metre Swim Challenge

2009-03-27T09:12:00.013+13:00

On Monday the 16th of March, Rooms 1,3 and 6 went to Tomarata Lakes to swim 200 metres. All the Year 8 girls completed the swim and some of the Year 8 boys completed it to. It was a great experience although it was a tad choppy, but overall it was great. Also thankyou to all those parants for helping make it possible!

By Phoebe S and Morgan G!!

Agrikids

2009-03-27T09:12:00.011+13:00

On Saturday the 21st of March we went to Rodney College to compete in the Agrikids competion. Our team was called the Tomarata Sharemilkers. In the main event we came in first place out of the 9 teams that competed. Sadly two teams were not able to go through to the final they were the Dragsters and the Three Farmers. In the race we came 5th, and ended up 1st overall.

By Logan William and Daniel

Seaweek

2009-03-27T09:09:00.007+13:00

Every year New-Zealanders celebrate Seaweek to make Kiwi's aware of pollution and damage we are doing to the sea's around us. Rooms 1, 3 and 6 went to Whangateau Harbour to learn about the effects that are happening in our region and what we can do about it. Some of the problems are over fishing, sewage, the banks falling away and many more. Seaweek is good and so next time you're fishing only take what you need.

By Madison

New Mimio in Room 6

2009-03-27T09:05:00.005+13:00

A mimio is a wireless device which sticks to the white board and the projector projects the images onto the whiteboard. The mimio interactive pen is like a white board marker and it doesn't show up on the white board but shows up on the projection. So in summary the Mimio basically turns the whiteboard into a giant computer screen where icons and writing can be changed, moved and resized. We are all learning about it - including Mr M!

Swimming Sports

2009-03-27T08:57:00.010+13:00

On 11th March 2009 the Year 4-8 students went to Rodney College to compete in the rural primary schools swimming sports day. There were 4 other schools Mangawhai, Tapora, Pakiri and Tauhoa. There were 5 main events - 2 lengths of Freestyle, 1 length freestyle, 1 length backstoke, 1 length breaststroke and the medley which is 1 length each of Backstroke, Breaststroke and Freestyle! Tomarata Schoool did very well in these races and got plenty of placings. Well done Tomarata!

Whangateau harbour

2009-03-27T08:56:00.005+13:00

Several weeks ago the seneior classes went to the Whangateau Harbour to learn about
marine life. We first went to the Matakana Art Gallery where Dr Rodger Grace gave us a speech about the harbour. Then we went off to the harbour for a 1 hour walk. It was great because we got to learn about marine life and the estuary.

By Tiare

2009

2009-03-06T10:05:00.003+13:00

2009 has been great so far this term. The Topic is saving the earth or being environmentally friendly. The other day we where reading a book called 'How to save the planet in 101 ways' and it said that we might have only 8 years before it is too late to save the earth. SCARY!! That's why we should try to save the earth more like making worm farms and edible gardens just like at Tomarata School. That's why we shouldn't litter. We also learnt about the Pacific Ocean rubbish dump being bigger than some states in the USA. This island is an island made out of nothing but rubbish!!!

Ref Course

2009-03-06T09:29:00.002+13:00

On Wednesday the 25th and Thursday the 26th of February, Logan, William and Breeanna did a 10 hour Soccer referee course. Logan got the top score for the kids. Everybody passed the course but ROSA got to keep the flags,whistle,cards and wallet because they payed the $150 for us to do it.

By William and Logan

STUDENT VOICE!!!

2009-03-06T08:58:00.004+13:00

Here in Room 6 we are learning about student voice. on Wednesday we had elections for who our year 8 girl and boy representatives would be. It was a close race but in the end it was Breeanna and Ryan and our year 7 girl and boy were our experinced students Joanna and Daniel. The cool thing is that they speak for us so we have a say in how some things at school work!!

By Tiare and Madison

MY VICTORY

2009-03-05T14:46:00.001+13:00

My victory happened on Wednesday the 4th of March with my friend Leah! We headed up to a tennis tournament called the Whangarei Doubles. We had four games with the first pair to get thirty one points. We won three games out of four. We didnt get into the Finals but played for the Plate and luckily enough we won! We were so delighted. We headed home after that but stopped for a great challenging game of tenpin bowling. Leah and I had a great day and it was a awesome experience for me!
By Kimberley

Start Of This Year

2009-03-05T14:19:00.003+13:00

We have had a great start to this year with the pool in full use. Now it has started to get a bit cold. Our school has been learning about LEADERSHIP and how to be a good leader.
Next week we have technology (manual). The year 8's are doing wood with the year7's on metal. Hope the rest of this year is as good as this!!

By Phoebe S!!

Moirs Point Camp

2008-11-19T09:00:00.001+13:00

Last week, the 10th to the 15th November, was the best week of the year for most senior syndicate kids at Tomarata School. Camp at Mangawhai Moirs Point this year was one of the most exciting and memorable yet. With the overnight stay in tents and the giant waterslide everyone's faces were plastered with glee! The activities covered things from water to weaponary, harnesses to bush made huts! The night of the campfire we had a "Visit" From "April" and her "Boyfriend" which proved entertaining and,... interesting. The Burma trail and the roasted marshmellows just added to the packet full of fun every student encounted at Moirs Point Camp 2008.

By Alexia

Calf club

2008-11-19T08:53:00.008+13:00

On the 17th of October Tomarata School had their annual show day. There were stalls, raffles, games, gardens and the lamb and calves. The money from the fundraiser went towards the senior students camp. Every one had a great day and is looking forward to next years one.

By Tiare

last day of term 3

2008-09-26T11:45:00.003+12:00

the last day of term 3 was great. we hade a morning tea when every one got somthing from that.
then we watched whale ridder and i am wirting this now
so the last term should be as the same as this term

hannah

Weather machines

2008-09-25T13:40:00.004+12:00

This term, our class (room 6) has been studying weather. As part of our study we had to make a weather machine to do with the weather. Bethany and I (michelle) created a rain gauge. We put 8 jars together in a circle and then put barriers around each of them. With the barriers there, it will be able to tell us which direction the rain comes from aswell as how much rain there actually is. Here is a pic of our weather device/ machine thingy:

Our Class

2008-09-18T11:54:00.004+12:00

Our class is so great. Mainly because I (Phoebe) am in it. But also because we have an awsome teacher and we do loads of fun things. But somtimes we have to do maths and test (ewww). But it is a pretty fun class.

By Phoebe Hannah

The Flood

2008-09-16T13:29:00.002+12:00

Sitting in the house gazing out at the first drops of rain,Its just begun in nearly a minute it pours heavily onto the misty window.Clear blue drops rapidly run down the window as if it was a race. It plays a sweet melody as it pounds onto the cars.

The television screen fades, light bulbs flickers a candle lit house. morning soon arrives but the worst is yet to come.The paddocks soacked to the core cows give out desperate crys.

Roads turn to rivers gloomy clouds turn to sun light.The damage has all ready been done. Now we will just have to wait

By Tiare

Hockey

2008-09-16T08:39:00.003+12:00

Two students from this class (Nathan & Selwyn) joined in a hockey tournamount playing for Mahurangi college. Both boys were wings Nathan left wing and Selwyn right wing. Out of all the North Harbour Boys B teams the boys team came third after winning the runner up match.

Swim meet

2008-09-15T09:04:00.005+12:00

On Sunday the 14th of September I went to Whangaparoa to compete in the Coast leg of the 5 swim meets. This was only my second swim meet and I was shaking in my sneakers! I walked in to the pool and quickly made my way to the rest of the Kowhai swim club. There was only three of us competing in this round, they were Emilea and Chantalle but they were only a couple of years younger than me! My mum was there to help me with all my things and give me powerade and energy chocolate, but my little brother Finn came as well to cheer me on! The first race up was 50 backstroke I took my place on the starter and beep went the whistle as I dived in... the rest of the day for me went really fast. Overall I finished with 5 first places ,1 second and 1 third out of the nine races that I raced in. A very good result for only starting this year! By Caitlyn W

Weather Projects

2008-09-15T08:30:00.001+12:00

Currently we are working on a weather project. Steph and I are making a thing like a rain gauge. We are measuring how much rain we get each day for a week. We haven't started yet but we are planning what to do. Hopefully it works. Fingers crossed.By Phoebe and Stephanie

NIPS Ski Champs

2008-09-11T13:35:00.011+12:00

The 2nd and the 3rd of September attracted many Students from all over the North Island to compete at Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu in the yearly North Island Primary School Ski Champs. With about 380 individuals racing, and about 74 teams, the event has made skiing the biggest primary school sport played. Over three days, competitors would compete in two racers. One in which consisted in retaining a good time. And the other called Duel Slalom. In duel; slalom you are matched with a partner with a similar time as you from the race the day before. If you win the race between the two, your recieve two points, if you loose, one point. This year two students from Tomarata school and two from Warkworth primary competed in a team as like years beforehand. Hannah And Amy dixon, Both from Warkworth primary raced on the senior girls course. Harry izard price and Alexia Becroft from Tomarata school, raced on the Senior boys course and senior girls. The first day for 'Warkworth combined' was a great one. All finishing in the top twenty, With Amy the best in fourth and Harry in fifth. Unfortunatly as our team waited anxiously for news about the duel slalom race, which had been delayed twice already, because of white out conditions. The race was called off. We ended up finding out how we had done at prizegiving held at National Park school the next day. two simple words, were all we needed to create such excitment that day. We Won!
By Alexia

MATHEX 2008

2008-09-09T11:40:00.003+12:00

We completed at the Northland MATHEX competition on Friday 15 August. It was held at Bream Bay College. Our Year 7 and Year 8 teams won their respective competitions. It was a wonderful achievement for our school and the students in the teams. Way to go Tomarata!

Daffodil Day

2008-08-29T11:16:00.004+12:00

Every year in August, New Zealanders come together to help the Cancer Society. The money raised goes into research to hopefully find a cure and campaigns to prevent other types of cancer. Tomarata School has now raised over $100
Thank-you to the people who participated. hopfully we can beat our record next year

By Tiare and Trene

Poem - Winter Rain

2008-08-29T11:05:00.003+12:00

Water water everywhere
Winter rain
Pitter patter on the window pane
On the path puddles are deep
The fields are full of wet brown sheep
I splash in the puddles
I slide in the mud
I look at the rainbows up in the sky
And watch the clouds go floating by
And know
Tomorrow will be fine

Hannah

Rodney College Enrolments for 2009

2008-08-26T11:40:00.003+12:00

Hello Parents/Caregivers.

Notices for enrolment interviews were sent home with students on Monday 25 August. Staff from Rodney College will be at Tomarata School on Thursday 11 September to conduct interviews. Please return your notices ASAP in order to secure your preferred appointment time.

GPM