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Library Stocktake
November 13, 2020
The school library will be closed for its annual stocktake shortly, so please could all parents/students make sure library books are returned as soon as possible next week.
Baking with Room 1
November 13, 2020
A couple of Fridays ago, the seniors baked biscuits and then invited Room One to decorate! They showed awesome Care, our…
Smokefree Law Change - Vaping
November 13, 2020
The laws in New Zealand around vaping have changed. From 11 November 2020 vaping is prohibited at all times in schools, kura kaupapa, kōhanga reo and early childhood centres (including their grounds and buildings). We will be updating our school signage to reflect this change before the end of the term.
Prizegiving 2020
November 12, 2020
Thank you to everyone who attended our Prizegiving at the Owaka Community Hall on Tuesday night. It is always a pleasure…
Science Roadshow in Gore
November 12, 2020
Last week the Year 7-9 students were fortunate to be able to attend the Science Roadshow in Gore, thanks to STAR funding.
Enviroschools Hui at Waihola
November 12, 2020
Six students from years 4-8 Jaxon Young, Anna Jansson, Harry Walker, Austin Morrison, Amelia Morrison and Blake Affleck…
Dunedin Orchestra Workshop
October 30, 2020
On Wednesday, Mr Samson accompanied our young musicians to the Dunedin Orchestra Workshop for students around the region.
SPCA Fundraiser
October 30, 2020
Mrs Bopp is organising a SPCA fundraiser for Thursday, 5th November. This will take the form of salad and filled rolls for lunch at $3 each. Filling options will be vegetarian, chicken and beef.
Room 19 Submission to the Board of Trustees
October 29, 2020
In our October meeting, we received a number of letters from Room 19 regarding the playground options for our middle school…
Pink Shirt Day 2020
October 29, 2020
Such a great Pink Shirt Day Aotearoa at The Catlins Area School! Our 2 week focus on tuakana-teina relationships joined…
Kahurangi Performance and Workshop
October 29, 2020
Our fantastic Kahurangi 'Peoples of the Pacific' Performance was enjoyed by all on Monday 19th October - with thanks to…
Tikanga Maori Day
October 29, 2020
On October 20th, a select group of our Kapa Haka Roopu undertook training in Tikanga Maori via Massey University. They have…
Gateway Assembly
October 29, 2020
Earlier in the year before Covid-19, our senior students had the experience of Gateway. They all had some fantastic opportunities…
Home and School Calendar Fundraiser
October 19, 2020
Complete the order form to purchase calendars and other products featuring your child's artwork...
Shannon at the QRC Experience
October 16, 2020
Read about Year 13 student Shannon Gordon's experience at QRC, the Tourism & Hospitality college in Queenstown during the…
Lauren's Outward Bound Adventure
October 15, 2020
Read about Year 12 student Lauren Grant's Outward Bound adventure during the school holidays...
New Zealand ShakeOut
October 15, 2020
The Catlins Area School staff and students participated in this week's New Zealand ShakeOut, our national earthquake drill…
Scarf Design Competition
October 14, 2020
Thank you to everyone who voted for our scarf designs. Students in Years 1-6 were able to place their votes manually at…
Kahurangi Māori Cultural Performance Group
October 14, 2020
On Monday of next week, we have the pleasure of hosting Kahurangi, a Māori Cultural Performance Group. All students will…
