TNIS Pānui Wiki 11, Wā Kura 2 2026

SLT KŌRERO

From the Senior Leadership Team – Term 2, Week 11

Dear Parents, Whānau, and Friends,

As we finish another great school term, the Senior Leadership Team wants to thank you all. The last eleven weeks have been full of learning, growth, and community spirit. From great work in the classroom to exciting sports events, it has been a term to remember.

Here are some of our favourite highlights:

Inside the Classroom: Great Learning

Our students have worked very hard and shown great curiosity. They asked excellent questions and explored important topics:

Who We Are: Students learned about identity, health, and what connects us as people. They practised empathy and understanding others.
How the World Works: Students became young scientists! They conducted experiments to observe how physical and chemical changes occur in our world.

We are very proud of the hard work and excellent thinking all of our students showed in class.

Sports Camp Success

A big congratulations to our amazing Sports Camp team! They went to Matamata to compete against other schools. The weather was freezing and very rainy, but our students did not give up.

They worked beautifully as a team and placed 2nd overall! We are so proud of how they supported each other and showed our school values in the mud and rain.

Cultural Fortnight & Food Truck Night

Our Cultural Fortnight was a wonderful celebration of the many different cultures in our school. Students took part in special workshops, shared stories, and learned about each other.

The best part of the two weeks was our Food Truck Night! Even though the day changed on the calendar, so many families came to support us. The school courtyard was full of music, laughter, and delicious food from all over the world. Thank you to everyone who cooked, helped, and attended.

Farewell and thank you!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Yvette Wong for all her hard work over the last few years. Yvette is heading overseas for a couple of years and we welcome back Becks Spurdle-Fisher to the school

Starting in term 3 we will also be welcoming Hannah Jenkins as a new full time release teacher and Melody Clampitt as a dedicated Reading Support teacher as part of our Learner Support team.

Looking Ahead

We could not do these amazing things without our great teachers, hard-working students, and supportive families.

We hope you all have a safe, relaxing winter holiday. Stay warm, enjoy time with your family, and we look forward to seeing you all back next term!

Ngā mihi nui,

The Senior Leadership Team

SCHOOL NEWS AND INFORMATION

MID-TERM REPORTS

Our 2026 Mid-Year Reports have been sent. These reports provide an opportunity to celebrate your child's progress, recognise their achievements, and identify their next learning steps as we move into the second half of the year.

THESE SLIDES have important information about the report and what to expect.

WELLBEING AT TNIS

Wellbing at TNIS is an important part of the school experience. This extends to our Whānau as well. In every newsletter we will have wellbing ideas and things you can do at home.

To catch up on all of our Wellbeing posts, please read here.

Beginner guitar lessons,

new class starting term3.

Please contact Heath Watson on 021 256 1308 or go to

Heathwatsonguitar.com for more information.

$15 per 30 min class.

ICAS 2026

ICAS is an online academic competition that gives students the opportunity to challenge their higher order thinking and problem-solving skills. TNIS will host 3 subjects in 2026: English, Mathematics and Science.

ICAS results are in-depth and meaningful, and ICAS evaluates student performance against other competition entrants across the state and nation. The data reveals student strengths and weaknesses and can help you recognise and support your child's academic journey.

Learn more about ICAS here: (icasassessments.com/products-icas/).

The Assessments Calendar with dates of purchase and the windows in which the text is sat can be found HERE.

These are purchased by parents directly through THIS LINK. If asked for our school PPS code it is: IEH393

HIGHSCHOOL TRANSITION INFORMATION

also open selected days/hours in the second week of the school holidays - please check their website for details.

COMMUNITY NEWS

The following is community news and is published as a service to our community. Inclusion in this newsletter should not be seen as a recommendation or endorsement.

We are excited to invite students aged 11–13 years to audition for our Hip Hop Competition Team on 15 August.

This is a fantastic opportunity for young dancers who are passionate about hip hop, enjoy performing, and are interested in being part of a dedicated team that will train and compete throughout the year.

Audition Details

Date: 15 August
Time: 12:45 PM – 2:30 PM
Location: Fort Takapuna
Age Group: 11–13 years
Audition Fee: $10 per student
Available Team Positions: 10–15 spots

Dancers of all experience levels are welcome to audition. We will be looking for students who demonstrate enthusiasm, commitment, musicality, confidence, and a positive attitude towards learning and teamwork.

Being part of the competition team provides dancers with opportunities to develop their skills, perform, build confidence, and represent their school and community in a supportive and exciting environment.

Registration / Contact
This is how families can get in touch and register:

Email: grvnflow@gmail.com
Phone/Text: 02108854854
Registration details will be provided upon contact, including how to secure an audition spot and payment instructions.

As places are limited, we encourage interested students to register early.

FREE junior squash sessions

Following the recent Intermediate Schools Squash Zone Day, North Shore Squash Club is delighted to invite students from your school to attend a series of FREE junior squash sessions at our club.

These sessions are designed to give students the opportunity to further develop their squash skills in a fun, welcoming, and supportive environment. Whether they are completely new to the sport or have already discovered a passion for squash, all abilities are welcome.

Session Details
Tuesday 23rd and 30th June
From 3.30pm - 5.15pm
North Shore Squash Club, Takapuna
Completely FREE

Students will receive coaching from our qualified coaches alongside some of our A Grade players. The sessions will focus on skill development, game play, movement, and most importantly, enjoying the sport and making new friends.

All equipment can be provided if required, so students simply need to bring suitable sports clothing and non-marking sports shoes.

We would be grateful if you could share this opportunity with interested students, parents, and members of your school community.

Should you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

If you have a collection of pupils wishing to come down please let us know! There is no obligation for teachers to do anything once pupils are at North Shore - they will be in good hands!

We look forward to welcoming your students to North Shore Squash Club and helping them continue their sporting journey.