2016 Intermediate Supper Dance

After learning the different dances over the last few weeks from our teacher Mr. Fullwood, we finally got to put our skills to the test at the Supper dance. It was a great night! 2016 Intermediate Dance on PhotoPeach

Futsal Lessons

On Tuesday mornings, we are learning the skills needed to play Futsal.
Futsal Lesson on PhotoPeach

Today's lesson was on passing the ball. 

Softball at Akina Park

Today two teams participated in the Softball tournament at Akina Park.
There were 9 teams competing and everyone had an awesome day using the skills we have learned in our lessons with Grant.
Softball Tournament on PhotoPeach

Aotea Lagoon

After our visit to the Police Museum, Group 1 had lunch and a play at Aotea Lagoon before heading to Pataka Art Gallery.

Pataka Art Gallery visit

Today, we visited Pataka Art Gallery in Porirua. We looked at the works of JAMES ORMSBY, and NGAHINA HOHAIA and got to make art works in the same styles of these two New Zealand artists.

The Cable Car

 The view from the top was awesome! We couldn't resist the backdrop for a photo.

On the steps at Parliament

Before going on our tour around Parliament, we took time for this group photo.

We met with Craig Foss, the MP for Tukituki electorate and as part of the tour, spent some time in the Gallery watching Question time.

Te Papa

                        We tried on the hats although the size wasn't quite right for Corbin!!

 Spent time playing shop.

"Now where's the scanner on this thing?" Libby was heard to ask!

Hawke Family group goes exploring.

Before going into the national Film Archive for our TV advertising programme, we had time to go for a bit of an explore. 

                                                                                              Hiding from Mrs. Hawke

 



We took time to check out photo opportunities.
 

Happy Campers!

This morning, we posed for a quick photo outside the lodge before heading down to the coach and traveling into Wellington.

Wave Pool

Fun Times!!!!

Te Rauparaha Arena Pools

We finished our day with a swim at the local pools here in Porirua.

Uptown Bounce

This afternoon we headed to the new Uptown Bounce venue in Lyall Bay. The energy that these kids have never ceases to amaze us. They loved every minute of the experience.

 Lily and Matthew bounce off the platform  and onto the tramps.

 In the background you can make out the Olympic trampoline that was lots bouncier and thoroughly enjoyed by your energetic children.

Cameron nearing the top of the climbing wall before plunging into the Air Bag. 

Pukeahu Memorial Park and The Great War Exhibition

Today, Wellington turned on weather that even the ducks would have had to hide from.
The guided tour through the Great War exhibition was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
The teachers showing the groups around were hugely impressed by the knowledge our students had on the First World War. 

 Meeting our teacher Andy, in the foyer before entering the exhibition.

 After our time at the exhibition, we went to the Carillon, and held a wreathe laying ceremony. For the first service Lochy read the Ode and Liva & Faustina placed the wreath.
At the service for the second group, Taila took up the challenge and read the Ode in Te Reo.  Both groups then sang Mo Maria.

Dance Fun!

At the end of the conference today, we had a dance with the leaders.  It was lots of fun!

Ten Pin Bowling

Tonight we headed to North City Ten Pin on Kenepuru Drive, Porirua.

We played two games in our family groups and the competition was fierce!

While the weather was wet and windy outside, we were warm and dry and a fantastic time was had by all, including our awesome camp parents who deserved a change from slaving in the kitchen making us yummy food!

Rubi cutting her Birthday cake before heading off to Ten Pin Bowling

GRIP Leadership Conference

Today, was the GRIP Leadership Conference, that was held at the Pipitea Marae and Function Centre in Thorndon. (Just outside CBD).

Students got to experience some great activities that challenged them to think about themselves as potential leaders, now and in the future.   The GRIP team, from Australia deliver a very polished programme that involves all students present. 

Once inside the fun began!

 Libby spelling words with her elbow.

 Mr. Negative, trying to persuade people to make the wrong choices.

 The GRIP Team

Dancing at the end of an awesome day!

Quiz time in the Dining Room

This morning while we waited for confirmation that all was well and we were expected for the GRIP Leadership Conference in Thorndon, we took time in the dining room for some competitive Kiwi Kids Quiz. ( Only one parent was able to spot the young  mug shot as being a very young Donald Trump. Way to Go Candi!!!!

Well Fed!

Thanks to our wonderful Camp parents and the lovely baking provided by parents at home, our students are being extremely well fed.

This is todays lunch box! and we took extra buns fruit and biscuits!!

Comfort Stop in Woodville

Everyone was pleased to get to Woodville for a stop and lunch on our way to Porirua.

The weather was much better when we pulled into Camp Elsdon at 5pm.

After unloading food and bags, we went for a walk up the neighbouring Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve before tea. After tea and games, we settled down to a movie.

Tomorrow morning we head into the city for the GRIP Leadership Conference and a visit to the National Film Archive to view a programme on the history of TV advertising.

In the evening, we will be going Ten Pin Bowling.

 Sitting in the Band Rotunda in Woodville having lunch.

2016 School Cross Country Competition

Today, we had our annual Cross Country Competition.

it was a perfect day and everyone did their best.

We took time to have a bit of a rest before Mrs. Hutchins came over to take us to the start line.

And the winners were!!!