What an action-packed start we have had to the year. Learning programmes are underway and we have welcomed new students to Ward School this year. The pool has been getting a lot of use, Kiwi Can is underway and we are all enjoying the great weather as we count down to the Reef Leadership Camp and our Momorangi Beach Day.

We have enjoyed an  action packed start to the year. Students have enjoyed a balance of the Three Rs, swimming and outdoor adventures. Now the students of the Reef, are getting to grips with their new Chromebooks. I recently heard such positive comments about our students at the Top Team event. A parent who is new to the school rang me personally to highlight the prosocial skills of three of our students with regards to the caring way their child was treated. Mr Paterson was literally buzzing when talking about the levels of cooperation, support and grit shown by the Ward Students. All the students enjoyed their Whites Bay Experience. The seniors stayed overnight and participated in an innovative Surf Rescue training. Sand seems to be an on going theme at present, We recently took delivery of a lorry load this week. This has really caused a bit of a storm! Full Newsletter below.