Marco School Community Newsletter
Week 8, Term 4, November 24th, 2025
Kumusta!
What a wonderful few weeks we have had at Marco school!
Last week our senior students took part in Bus Monitors’ Day in Stratford, and I could not have been prouder. Their behaviour was outstanding, and they represented our school with maturity, respect, and confidence. Ka rawe, seniors! Our Junior Tabloids Sports at Midhurst was also a fantastic success. The smiles, teamwork, and enthusiasm on the day showed just how much our tamariki enjoy being active and giving new challenges a go.
We're also delighted that our school pool is behaving itself this season! This means we’ve been able to enjoy refreshing afternoon swims. Over the next few weeks, classes will be learning survival skills alongside swimming technique, helping our students grow stronger and more confident in the water.
A huge mihi to everyone involved in tidying the school driveway. Special thanks to Walter Pease, who has created a perfect flat section to continue our stunning Pou artwork that adds beauty and mana to our entrance for new and exisiting families. We also acknowledge Downer, who supported our kura by bringing in extra metal to improve the driveway—your mahi is very much appreciated. Soon our Variable Seed Limit signs will also be in place, keeping us extra safe at school opening and closing times.
Looking ahead, we have some exciting developments happening in our school forest area during the January holidays. While this work is underway, we will need to close the main school carpark, pool, and field for a short time. However, our Tiger Turf will remain open, and whānau are welcome to keep using this space.
Finally, a reminder that the A & P Royal Show is on this weekend! Every student will receive their ticket with this newsletter, so keep an eye out. Make sure to look out for our very own designer cow, “Robbie the Recycla-bull,” beautifully crafted by Alysse and her creative team using bottle caps, wire, food wrap and scrap paper. What an impressive and sustainable masterpiece—well done!
Ngā mihi nui,
Mel Gee
Pot hole free driveway!
New flat area for our 2026 Pou creations!
A great day out with Year 1-4 for Tabloids! Tired kids and Principal!
Principal: Mel Gee Email: principal@marco.school.nz
BoT Chairperson: Rowan Jordan
Email: office@marco.school.nz for newsletter notices
Website: www.marco.school.nz Phone: 06762 5815
Every week our students focus in on one MARCO value.
We try our best to show this value in everything we do - in and out of the classroom. Living and breathing what it means to be a MARCO learner!
Once a week we award our Values cup to our student who has been noticed showing this value.
Managing Myself / Whakahaere i a au ano!
Jairah- you have just blossomed over the past few weeks. You are taking small risks with your learning and are trying to problem solve without the teacher. You also are showing that you can control those small problems. Ka rawe!
Appreciation / Whakanui !
Te Wai - Everyday you are coming to school with a keen attitude for learning and fun. You show so much care for our Juniors and support them when they need. The staff really enjoy, and notice, your calm nature in the classroom and how you say "Thank you" when you come to workshops or ask questions of us! Keep it up Te Wai.
Responsibility / Takohanga !
Jack - You are taking such care and responsibility with your learning! Wow - you are just flying in your workshops and in class time. It is really lovely to see you help others also. We are seeing such a role model grow in you Jack. Well done!
Next board meeting:
18th Febuary 6pm
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Please feel free to contact any of the members:
Mel Gee, Rowan Jordan, James McFarlane, Hass Herbert and Jess Jane
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