Board Elections
The triennial Board Elections are fast approaching, with key details shared via HERO. The election timeline is as follows:
- Nominations Open / Friday 18 July
- Nominations Close / 12pm, Wednesday 6 August
- Voting Papers Issues / Wednesday 13 August
- ELECTION DAY / Wednesday 10 September
- Polls Close / 4pm on Election Day
- Count Votes & Declare Results / Tuesday 16 September
- New Board Takes Office / Wednesday 17 September
You don't need a specific skill-set or experience to stand for the Board, just a positive mindset, community spirit and a willingness to get involved in helping make strategic decisions in support of our learners and school community.
Matariki next week
Next week, we are looking forward to Matariki celebrations across the school, marking this event of unique cultural significance. It is particularly well timed as the children prepare to share their progress and goals for the future as part of the Term 2 Progress Reports and Parent Conferences at the end of term. If you have not yet done so, please follow the directions on HERO to book a time to meet your child's teacher and see examples of their learning so far this year.
You'll also be aware that next Friday is a Public Holiday, so please plan accordingly as school will be closed for instruction.
We are still buzzing from the energy and joy of our recent Cultural Festival at Mount Eden Normal Primary School—it was an unforgettable day!
With perfect weather and an outstanding team of volunteers, the school was alive with colour, culture, and community spirit. From tea ceremonies to paper cutting, candy floss twisting to face painting, Zong Zi cooking to taco making, every corner of the school offered a unique experience for our tamariki and whānau to enjoy. Click the video link to enjoy the moment with us together! https://www.menpspta.co.nz/cultural-festival#festival-2025
Highlights included:
• An incredible talent show, showcasing our students’ creativity and confidence including young musicians, the student jump group, international dance and song.
• Dynamic performances including taekwondo by VRMA, our very own Kapa Haka group, face Changing and a spectacular lion dance that roared through the crowd
• Interactive fun with bouncy castles, shuttlecock games, and even impromptu Origami lessons led by students
• A diverse and delicious range of international food and baked goods, lovingly prepared and shared
• So many joyful faces, cultural connections, and community moments throughout the day
• Engaging Matariki Crafts and a wide spread of lawn games hosted by our wonderful skids crew.
This festival was made possible thanks to the hard work of our amazing volunteers—parents, teachers, students, and friends—who gave their time, energy, and creativity to make the event truly special.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our generous sponsors: Henderson Reeves and Harcourt’s Mt Eden, whose support helped bring our vision to life.
A massive thank you to everyone involved, including the wonderful MENPS staff, our cultural groups, and every helping hand along the way. You made the day what it was—a beautiful celebration of diversity, unity, and school spirit.
Here’s to many more shared moments like these!
Ngā mihi nui,
The PTA MENPS Cultural Festival Team
- 8.15 - 9.15am (Friday, 13th June)
- In the PTA Room: follow signs from Valley Rd gates OR
- Order by emailing Jane at menpspta@gmail.com.
- Pay via Cash or Bank transfer.
Co-Chairs Pam Clifford & Svantje Reiber
Secretary April Alsari
Treasurers Paula Tran & Minaxi Chandra
PTA Advisor Chantal Brunner
Communications Gina Miao
School Representative Hilary Edwards
