TNIS Pānui Wiki 8, Wā Kura 3 2026

SLT KŌRERO

From the Senior Leadership Team – Term 3, Week 8

Kia ora whanau and welcome to the end of week 8!

We’re getting close to the end of term, and the school has been exceptionally busy over the last few weeks, with our Year 7s presenting their Community Projects and our Year 8 learners finishing off their Exhibition work. Also, the AIMS games are coming to a close today! With multiple teams and individuals having competed, it’s been an amazing week showcasing our learners' dedication and commitment to their sport! The next newsletter will include a Sports Roundup with our results.

A reminder: Senior Constable Fenton came in to talk about safe bike and scooter riding, and this remains a top issue. All bike riders must wear a helmet. If learners are found without a helmet, they will not be able to ride home, and we will notify parents. Staff will be checking learners as they leave the school grounds. We strongly recommend that all scooter users wear a helmet. Additionally, parents must talk to their child about safe riding and riding etiquette. Pedestrians have the right of way on the footpath, and on private property such as Smales Farm, riders may not ride over grass, through car parks, or on footpaths.

The PYP Exhibition will be taking place in Week 10. This is the culmination of all the work our Year 8 learners have been doing and an amazing experience for our community to see the effort and hard work our students put into their studies. We will have two days, with three teams presenting each day.

On Tuesday 22 September, Rātā, Rimu and Mānuka will be hosting the wider community from 1:40 pm - 2:40 pm and then 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
On Wednesday 23 September, Tōtara, Kōwhai and Kauri will be hosting the wider community from 1:40 pm - 2:40 pm and then 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Parking will be limited on the basketball courts during the after-school times; please park off-site if possible. We look forward to seeing you there!

TNIS SLT

SCHOOL NEWS AND INFORMATION

Wellbeing Leaders: Daffodil Day

Daffodils are bright yellow flowers that symbolise hope and new beginnings. They are among the very first flowers to bloom through the frozen ground at the end of winter. Daffocdil Day is a great opportunity for TNIS to get together and and raise funds for a great cause. Click HERE for more info.

Westlake Girls Choir Audition

The Westlake Girls High School Music Department will be holding auditions for 2027 Choirs next week. Year 8s who are likely to attend WGHS are encouraged to come for an audition on Friday 18 September. To sign up for a 5min audition time, a student or parent will need fill out the following form. I’ve also attached a poster that you can use to share with your students.

WGHS Choirs 2027 Audition Form

To help your students prepare for the audition, the following information is provided.

The 5 minute audition will involve:

A range test (you will be guided to sing up and down your vocal range)
An ear test (you will be asked to sing a specific note within a chord)
A sing through of the audition piece. Everyone will sing the same piece. The audition piece this year is Scarborough Fair. You can download the sheet music in this email. We have provided the piece in the key of Gmajor, but feel free to sing in any key.

TNIS Sports Reports

🏆 TNIS Sports Report

Over the past several weeks, many students have been busy representing TNIS at Zone Days, Auckland Championships and after-school competitions.Here are some of our recent results.Well done to everyone who has participated, represented TNIS and shown the TNIS Way on the sports field and court. To read more click HERE

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.

My name is Arlo Leith, Director of the Future 1st XV Rugby Holiday Program. Following the success of our previous two programs in Terms 1 and 2, we are excited to bring the program back for 3.0 these Term 3 school holidays.

The program is designed specifically for intermediate rugby players, providing a fun, safe and structured environment focused on skill development, confidence and game awareness.

Program Details
Wednesday 7th – Friday 9th October 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Ashley Reserve, Long Bay

Pricing
• 1-Day Pass – $69
• 2-Day Pass – $99
• Full 3-Day Program – $129

Key Focus Areas
Advanced rugby skills & technique
Contact confidence & safety
Game awareness & decision-making
Speed, agility & conditioning
Small-sided games & competitive drills

Coaching Crew
• Arlo Leith – Former Westlake Boys First XV Captain (2025)
• Levi Leith – Current Westlake Boys First XV Captain (2026)
• Jack Bailiee – Auckland Grammar First XV Player (2026)
• Matt Fleming – NZ Under 18s Sevens Player & Westlake Boys First XV Member (2026)
• Brodie Tofilau – Current Rosmini First XV Captain (2026)

Registration:
https://forms.gle/Wkw6pFPqEzvzDH9X7

Thank you for your support, and please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

Kind regards,
Arlo Leith
Future 1st XV Rugby Holiday Program Director