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OPEN AFTERNOON – 22 May
On Thursday 22 May we have our next Open Afternoon for the year. This is an opportunity to come into school and have a look at what your child has been doing during the first few weeks of the year. As with past Open Afternoons, your child will have a list of things to show you to help guide your visit. You are welcome to begin your visit at 1:00pm if you would like to have lunch with your child and see them or join in with their break time play. The end of lunch is at 1:40pm and that will be the time your children can show you their learning, classroom and around the school. Your child should return back to their usual classroom at 2:45pm for the end of day pack up routines. All our families are welcome and the students have always been excited to share their work and their school spaces with those closest to them. Please come along if you are able.
- 1:00pm Visitors welcome to arrive for lunch time
- 1:40pm Students return to class to share their learning and tour their visitors
- 2:45pm All students return to their classes for end of day routines
TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE – 15 May
The Year 7-8 students have been participating in the Intermediate Technology Programme and will be participating in our first Bell Block School Technology Showcase of 2025!
Date: Thursday 15th May
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
The students have been involved in the design and production process, developing skills in creativity, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. Our Showcase is an opportunity for everyone to present their projects, share their learning journey, and take pride in their accomplishments.
We can’t wait to celebrate their achievements with you!
TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE – 15 May
The Year 7-8 students have been participating in the Intermediate Technology Programme and will be participating in our first Bell Block School Technology Showcase of 2025!
Date: Thursday 15th May
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
The students have been involved in the design and production process, developing skills in creativity, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. Our Showcase is an opportunity for everyone to present their projects, share their learning journey, and take pride in their accomplishments.
We can’t wait to celebrate their achievements with you!
OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT FUNDRAISER – 10 April
Come and support the Year 7-8 Team as we raise funds for our 2026 camp! We’re excited to invite you to a fun-filled evening under the stars. 🌙
WHEN: Thursday 10 April
TIME: Gates open at 5:30pm | Movie starts at 6:00pm
WHERE: Bell Block School field
Bring the whole family for a magical movie experience with our feature film High School Musical (G)! 🎶✨
Enjoy:
- Onsite Candy Bar 🍬 (Cash only)
- Sausage Sizzle 🌭 (Cash only)
- Ice Creams from Tinklebell 🍦
Be sure to bring your picnic mats, blankets, and cushions to relax under the stars. 🌟 Twinkling glow sticks will be available to purchase for the perfect night-time vibe! 🌈
Tickets:
- Only $5 (available NOW via the Kindo App)
- FREE for children under 5!
Important: Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Let’s make this a night to remember while supporting a great cause! See you there! 🎥💫
SPLASH & DASH BIATHLON YEAR 0-3 – 18 March
Students in Years 0-3 will participate in a swim and run Biathlon on 18 March. We encourage all students to give this event a go. Students will be swimming at the Bell Block Aquatic Centre first, followed by a run on the school field.
Biathlon Individual Events – Year 0-3
1:00pm Year 3
1:30pm Year 2
2:00pm Year 1
Distances
Year 1 2 lengths swim 3 laps run
Year 2 2 lengths swim 3 laps run
Year 3 3 lengths swim 4 laps run
There will be two girls and two boys races for each year group. Certificates will be awarded for the place getters of each race at the Year 0-3 Celebration Assembly. Parents are invited to join us and cheer on your child. Please meet at the pool before moving to the school field for the run leg. Please be aware of our speedy runners when choosing your viewing spot.
RYAN HAILES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Ryan Hailes Memorial Scholarship recognises emerging young sports people who demonstrate excellence in their chosen sport. The purpose of the scholarship is to offer financial contribution in recognition of the costs involved in competing at a regional and/or national representative level. If you know a deserving recipient, please apply in writing by email to sport@bellblock.school.nz. Applications for Term 1 must be received no later than Friday 14 March.
SCHOOL TRIATHLON YEAR 4-8 – 17 March
On Monday 17 March we will hold our school triathlon for Year 4-8 students. Please talk to your child about whether they wish to enter as an individual or as part of a team (or both). Any students who choose to participate in this event must ensure they can competently swim and cycle and have the correct gear to compete safely. It is a good idea to check bikes thoroughly before the day to ensure they are safe. Please note that cyclists must have a helmet, shirt and shoes.
The swim leg takes place at the Bell Block Aquatic Centre, the run takes place inside the school grounds and please see below for a map of the cycle leg.
Triathlon Team Events
10:00am Years 4-6
11:20am Years 7-8
Triathlon Individual Events
1:00pm Year 4 boys and girls
1:10pm Year 5 boys and girls
1:20pm Year 6 boys and girls
1:30pm Year 7 boys and girls
1:40pm Year 8 boys and girls
Distances
Year 4 25m (1 length) swim 2km (1 lap) bike ride 1.5km run
Years 5-6 75m (3 lengths) swim 4km (2 laps) bike ride 3.0km run
Years 7-8 125m (5 lengths) swim 6km (3 laps) bike ride 4.5km run
Cycle leg – First lap Subsequent lap
SWIMMING SPORTS 11 & 13 MARCH
During Week 7 we have our first major school sports event for the year – Swimming Sports. We hope all students are able to take part either in the participation events or the finals as they earn points for their whānau with every event they participate in. Students and staff will be dressed up in their whānau colours showing their whānau spirit. It is always a great day of students giving things a go and ends with the hotly contested class, whānau and Staff vs Students relay. All our families are invited to come along to support the students in action at the Year 0-3 event on Tuesday and the rest of the school on Thursday. Please know it can get very loud, particularly in the Thursday afternoon session!
Tuesday 11 March – Year 0-3 Swimming Sports (Outdoor Pool)
11:30am-1:00pm Rooms 6, 7, 8 Participation Events
1:00pm-2:30pm Rooms 2, 3, 4, 5 Participation Events
Thursday 13 March – Year 4-8 Swimming Sports (Indoor Pool)
11:15am Year 4 Width Participation Events and Swimming Demonstration
Year 4 25m Freestyle, 25m Backstroke
Years 5-6 25m Freestyle, 25m Backstroke, 25m Breaststroke, 75m 3 Stroke Medley
12:50pm Years 7-8 25m Freestyle, 25m Backstroke, 25m Breaststroke, 50m Freestyle, 75m 3 Stroke Medley
1:50pm Relays
Preliminary heats to determine the finalists have been recorded during class time. The heats swum on Swimming Sports Day are participation events only. All length races will be heats followed by the final.
