Weekly reflection

 

• What did I enjoy this week? One thing I enjoyed this week was our collage work, because we were able to add our favourite brands, clothing and fashion we like. I liked this because it was fun and creative.

• What was one success I have had and why? One success I had this week was my statistic post test because I think I done really well on it considering I wasn't in the mood for a test that day.

• What is something that I found challenging and why? One thing I found challenging was our quilt making because I don't enjoy sewing by hand and because the material kept getting knotted at the back and it was hard to untangle so I had cut it and restart.

• What is one thing I have learned? One thing I learnt was who to make scones at technology. I found it really fun but also challenging because of the texture of the dough.

• What is something I am looking forward to next week? Something I am looking forward to next week is our school athletics because it is my last year at Pompallier doing it, Rippa rugby in Kerikeri because it will be one of the first sports events my year level will be going to, far north zones for athletics because that will determined the winners for atheltics in the far north and our school photos.

• How have I shown the value of Pono this week? I have showen the value Pono by telling the truth when I got in trouble

Weekly reflection

• What did I enjoy this week? Last week I enjoyed being taught by our new student teacher because she taught us some fun things and we started reading a new story " Rangatira ". I enjoyed it because it taught be about land loss and the struggles people went through back in the days.

• What was one success I have had and why? One success I had last week was making it into our athletic zones this Friday. This was a success for me because whenever I make it into something it makes me feels good and it makes me push harder to succeed.

• What is one thing I have learned? One thing I learn't last week was how to write a letter correctly and what to add/ Include. I also learn't how to write the layout and structure of the letter to make it look formal and well presented.

• What is something I am looking forward to next week? Something I am looking forward to this week is our athletic zones because it is fun and we get to compete against other school and socialise with them. I am also excited for athletics because this will be my last year competing for my school.

• How have I shown the value of Pono this week? Last week I showed the value aroha by playing with different kids from other grades and sharing with others.

Weekly reflection

 

• This week I enjoyed being back with my friends and being back at school. I also enjoyed all our athletics training we done this week because it helped build our stamina and helped us prepare for the athletic zones.

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One success I had this week was staying focus and not getting distracted easily by my friends and class mates. This was a success for me because last term I was working on staying focus so I could finish my work.

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• One thing I found challenging was daily timetable because during the holidays I didn't really do much to do with school so trying to get back into routine was hard.

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• One thing I have learnt this week is Mean, median, mode & range. I learnt what each of them meant and how they help in maths

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• Something I am looking forward to next week is athletics score taking because that will determine weather or not some people make it to zones or not.

The arts

For this task we had to write the defintion of THE ARTS. We had to write different definitions of Visual arts, dance, music, drama and filming. 

Adventures in the Far North

 " Yayy the holidays!! " I yelled to my mum as I jumped into the car. I was really excited for these holidays because it was going to be the first holidays I spend with my dad and his family for the first time ever. On my way down to Whangarei I had mixed emotions and I was feeling really nervous. When I arrived my older cousins were waiting for me at the front of the driveway waving at me. My cousin Vanni was the most excited to see me because we became close the first time we meet so it made my nervous fade away. " I missed you " my younger said to me as I hugged her " I missed you too " I said with a smile across my face. 

The first day in whangarei was filled with Adrenalin and anticipation. My older cousins and I biked around OT ( Otangarei )  and Tikipunga and ate a lot of food. My aunty dropped us off in the town center and we met up with a few friends and other cousins. We went to the movies, park and spent time lying by a tree listening to music and talking about things. This was my first day here and I was already loving it. We headed home and sat in the shed chilling and doing tiktoks. I had the chance to meet some of my first cousins Ziah, William & anna who had came up from Hamilton. We automatically clicked and we spent

My second day in Whangarei we all woke up very late ( 11 o’clock ) and headed into town to pick up my cousins friends and biked to the water hole for a swim. There was a group of us so feeding everyone was pretty hard considering we only had $30 dollars to spend between 17 of us. We finished our swim a few hours later and then the girls got picked up while the boys biked back home to have a feed and have showers. Later that afternoon my step mum picked up all the kids and we went for a drive out to the look out and watched a movie. The older kids sat in the back ( Boot ) of the truck watching horror movies while the little kids sat in truck watching tangled. We had mattresses, pillow and blankets in the back so it was comfortable for us to lay down on and get comfortable. After a few hours and movies later all the little kids had fallen asleep, so my step mum suggested we take them back home and we could go out. When we got home the big kids walked to the shop to grab some munchies for tonight and we watched movies til early the next morning.

My third day I started getting home sick so my mums parents picked me up and we went to Auckland. When I told my dads family I was leaving they all asked why & my cousins begged me to stay another night because it was going to be boring. I said my goodbyes and headed back down to Auckland. When we arrived in Auckland we went out for lunch and went shopping. I bought a few pairs of shoes & clothes.

This school holidays were probably my favourite one so far.

 This week our main focus was our Blogging analysis. For this task we had to show our average blog post posted each month and year. We had to write and show how many posts were posted on our blog then we created a chart showing our data we found. We also showed how many posts were posted averagely and created a google drawing showing all our work.

                                                             Blog Analysis 

Venerable

For this task we had to create a Frayer model showing what we thought Venerable meant. We had to include a definition, image, example and non-example.

Suzanne Aubert fact file

 For this task we had to create a fact file of information about Suzanne Aubert or Mere Hohepa. We had to included what she was known for and what she done when she was alive. Suzanne Aubert was 25 years old when she voyaged to New Zealand in hoping of becomeing a missionary in New Zealand.

                                              Here is my fact file :)                                       

 

Social Justice week

For this task we had to make a copy of the slide and finish of the tasks. We had to find scriptures and right what the meaning of the scriptures were and create a DLO showing how we would proclaim the word of god. We also had to list important dates and events that happened throughout the years.

Weekly reflection

I enjoyed our Te Reo task because we made our own Taonga and got to design it to our liking & because I found it cool researching the meaning behind Taonga shapes

I succeed in my behaviour inside class and outside class with watching what I say or the way I am pronouncing things in front of little kids and being a successful role model for my school community and to myself

I found it a bit challenging to complete my contracts because I found it a bit hard to stay focused on my work but I completed it because i had an awesome teacher to explain it to me clearly.

I learned how to create a Taonga with clay and water I was able to design it myself with the help of other in my class it came exactly how I pictured it with the design and I am really proud of my

Something I am looking forward to is learning 50 new Maori words and celebrating Te Wiki O Te Reo Maori.

Spoken word

For this task we had to fill out the slide and write a paragraph explaining the meaning of our chosen poem. We had to write what the main message of the spoken poem was about and what the poem made us think about.

Weekly reflection

 Something I enjoyed this week was my Independent learning because it was fun, challenging and enjoyable. I found it fun because it gave me a chance to see how hard and stressful it  is to plan a holiday for 2 or more people with a budget limit.

One success I had this week was beating my basic facts time and score. It was a huge success for me because ive been wanting to get better at them.

One thing I found challenging this week was managing my time and staying on task because my teacher wasn't here much and I got distracted easily this week but some how managed to finish most of my work to a higher standard then I thought.

One thing I have learnt this week is learning my 7 and 8 times tables.

Something I am looking forward to next week is getting a better score in basic facts and going to tech because I have been really enjoying it at the moment.

I have shown the value pono by being truthful and honest when owning up to my mistakes and actions

Travel

   

   For this task we had to create a holiday for after covid 19. We had a budget we could spend and we had to plan a holiday for ourselves and a friend. We had to book flights, accommodation and we had to return back to New Zealand with less than 1,000 in our wallets.

Cyber smart

For this weeks Cyber smart lessons we learnt about Netiquette and we learnt about the DOS & DONT'S  of commenting. We also had to write the correct and in correct ways of writing to comments. 

Weekly reflection

 Something I enjoyed this week was when we visited Father Larry and he talked to us about his journey about becoming and being a priest. I enjoyed it because I learnt a lot and it helped me with my learning in class and I found it interesting to hear why he wanted to become a priest and how long it took him to get to this stage.

 One success I had this week was not getting into trouble and focusing on my work more. I thought that those were my success' because I normally don't focus much on my work and get in trouble in class which I didn't as much this week.

Something I found challenging was my AWS Post Test because even though I knew what we were doing I still found it hard to do because I didn't really understand it as much as I thought.

One thing I have learnt this week is that when you become a priest you have to study theology and earn your'e bachelors degree in order to become one, which I found really cool because I didn't know you had to study all those things to become a priest.

Something I am looking forward to next week is tech because I have been enjoying it and because I have learnt a lot of new and interesting things this term that I didn't know last term.

I have shown the value PONO this week by answering my question survey honestly. 

Senses poem

 I see colourfulness start appearing as I open the windows and curtains and turn on the speaker.

I start admiring the view outside the windows, as I can feel the breeze come through.

I can smell the fresh plants and the smell of home cooked food on the stove and the BBQ.

I hear laughter from my cousins and the sound of music.

I feel safe and happy because I know my family's here.

I can taste the home cooked dinner and the meat from the BBQ.

I think tonight's gonna be a night to remember.

Cybersmart

          

For this task we had to find a partner and give instructions. We had to sit opposite to our partner and try get the same picture without looking at each others screen.

Story :)

 For this task we had to write a short story using personification. Personification is when you give a none moving thing human characteristics. For my story I had to be something from nature. Guess what I am....

It is dark and the sun has not risen. The sky is dark and foggy, I can hear the birds chirping just as the sun appears on the sky. The early morning breeze and the wet cold sand is all I can feel. The sound of the waves crashing onto each other and onto the shore is peaceful and calming. I can smell the fresh air and the smell of the sea.

The sun is beginning to rise, and with it comes the sound of boats in the distance. 

I have mixed feelings and emotions. I can feel the panic in the air and I feel the fear. 

I cannot move but as the boats come closer to the shore I feel scared, I can feel the adrenaline from the soldiers. 

The soldiers have started to disembark and I can hear the sound of people running in the distance. I am being kicked, moved and stomped on by people running past. The soldiers are yelling and screaming at each other and all I can do is watch the chaos commence in front of me.

I am now upside down and then all of a sudden a bloody body drops to the ground. I can hear his cries for help and his wailing. I watch as nearby soldiers rush to his side just as he takes his last breath.

Night is starting to fall and the beach is filled with lifeless bodies and is finally calmed down. The scene is unbearable and the sight is dreadful. The amount of lives and bodies that were taken today was heartbreaking. 

Graduate profile

 

For this task we had to choose 2-3 goals we want to work on and achieve. We had to write the definition, show a photo, write a sentence and find a synonym for the goals we chose. 

End of week reflection

One thing I enjoyed this week was cross country because it was fun and because it was my last one at this school. I also enjoyed it because everyone gave it a go and everyone participated and earn their house group points.

One success I achieved this week was making it into cross country zones.

Something I need to work on is managing my time and working independently because I get distracted easily by others and I distract others around me.

One thing I have learnt this week is triangular numbers and similes and metaphors.

Something I am looking forward to next week is rugby 7's and speeches.

End of week reflection

This week I enjoyed the rippa rugby training because it was fun to see everyone working together as a team and it was good to see everyone get out of their comfort zone.

One success I have had this week was finishing my contract because I rarely finish it.

Something I have found challenging was managing my time and trying to keep out of trouble, because I get distracted easily and I havent been so good this week.

Something I have learnt this week is not following others when they are doing the wrong thing.

Something I am looking forward to next week is finishing my speech because I have been enjoying writing it.

I have shown our value Pono by telling  the truth when I got in trouble.

The life of hildegard of Bingen

For this task we had to create a animation in groups of 3 showing the life of Hildegard of Bingen. Each person choose a different part of her life, from Child, Teacher and Nun. We had to show what she done during those times of her life.

Cybersmart

Something I enjoy about cybersmart this year is learning how to film because I find it fun and it teaches me different techniques to use on a ipad. I also enjoyed using vocaroo instead of typing out my work.

Something I want to earn this term is how to edit on Imovie and how to keep safe on social media.

End of term reflection

A highlight for me this term was being able to be at home while still doing work because it gave me a chance to be at home with my family and still juggle school. It gave me an opportunity to see how well I could manage myself and how much work I could do without teacher help and support. I definitely enjoy being back at school and I really think this term was a blast.

The biggest challenge for me this term was managing myself out in the playground. I definitely think I could work on somethings. Managing myself was the biggest challenge for me because I struggle with keeping on task in class and I struggle with managing my time when it comes to my work.

My greatest success this term was working on my leadership skills and becoming closer with alot of my class mates. At the start of the year I think I was distant from a lot of people in our class and I didn't really make much new friends, so this term was definitely a huge success for me. This term I choose to mix up my friend group and choose get out of my comfort zone.

Something I have learnt this term was how to treat people differently. I really think that at the end of the term it changed the way I treated and thought about other people. I started to think more about what I was saying and doing to others and how it would effect them emotionally, physically and mentally. I learnt how to see from other perspectives and I am really proud of myself.

This holidays I am looking forward to seeing my family that live in the south island and meeting my dad. I am also looking forward to sleeping in because these past couple of weeks of waking up early just to get ready for school has been draining. But other than that I think im excited for term 3!

This term has been filled with alot of ups and downs but ive learned to forgive others. This term has bought be closer to my friends and has bought me closer to my class mates.

Matariki planting

This week Te Kahu had to create a DLO showing our knowledge about the Maori Gods Tanemarongo and Haumia Tiketike. We then were given a plant each to take care of over the holidays.

Matariki goal setting

For our Matariki learning we had to write down what our goals were for each topic. We had to write how it will help us, how I could achieve this goal and when we wanted to accomplish this goal.

STEAM CHALLENGE

For this weeks STEAM challenge we had to take photos of different things and make a collage of different things around our school.

End of week reflection

A highlight of mine this week was when I managed to complete most of my contract work, because I don't normally finish it. 

A success for me this week was drawing my best piece of art work.

A challenge for me this week was our algebra worksheet, because I struggle alot with that topic.

Something I can work on for next week is managing my time properly because I struggle with keeping on task. 

Nga Kai

This week Te Kahu had to make a copy of this slide and find the Maori translation for each word shown. Then we had to use Vocaroo to record ourselves saying the new kupu.

This week Te Kahu had to finish off a slide showing what we know about creative language.

Manu Tukutuku

For this week Te Kahu had to create a Manu Tukutuku while working with someone in class. This is also a slide showing our learning and Knowledge.

RE Task

For our RE task we had to create a DLO chart Showing what the definitions  of Prophets Kings and Judges. Here is what I think each word means.

Lock down experience

This week we had to make a slide to show what we did while in Lock down. I made a series of slides showing what I done and watched. We also learnt how to use a new website called "Vocaroo".

Egg drop experiment

For this weeks STEAM challenge we had to create a parachute that would transport our egg safely on the ground without cracking our egg. I found this really fun and challenging at the same time :)

Reflection

This week we had finish the reflection  of the pictures above.
I found this task really fun.

Translate it!

                                            



For last weeks task we had to find the translation for each of the sentences we were given. We had to translate each sentence in Maori, Mandarin, French and Spanish. I found this task really fun to do.  

My Pepeha

Tena Koutou katoa

Ko Panguru Toku Maunga.
Ko Whakarapa Toku Awa.
Ko Hokianga Toku Moana.
Ko Ngatokimatawharoa toku Waka
Ko Te Rarawa Toku Iwi.
Ko Ngati Manawa Toku Hapu.
Ko Waipuna Toku Marae.
No Panguru Ahau.
Ko Kaitaia Toku Kainga Inaianei.
Ko Pompallier Primary Catholic School Toku Kura.
Ko Pomare Toku ingoa Whanau.
Ko Te Wharangi Toku Matua.
Ko Andrea Toku Whaea.
Ko Katarina Toku Ingoa.
No reira, tena koutou, tena koutou katoa.

For this weeks contract we had to write our Pepeha then publish it onto our blogs.

Rabbit proof fence

As the sound of a car comes closer towards us I slowly realise that the men from the government have come to take me and my sister. “RUN” I hear my parents say. Without hesitation my older sister grabs my arm and we run towards the field closest to our house. By the time we reached the fence that divides our home and the field the car had reached out home and the men inside started running towards us my sister jumped over first then it was my turn. Before I had the chance to jump over and a hand reached around me and pulled me back over. I was taken to the car and I saw my parents in tears being held back. I was put into the car and shortly after that my sister was placed beside me. We were both screaming and in tears. “ BE QUIET” the man in the driver's seat said.With all the screaming I had done I was tired and my eyes felt heavy and I drifted off to sleep.


I was woken by my sister “ Wake up” I slowly opened my eyes and realised that we were at a camp, Not just any camp we were and a camp for people like me “ Half Cast”. The door swung open “ Get out “ a man said with no expression. We climbed out of the vehicle and walked towards the so called camp. I looked around and saw a Girl walking around and newly bought clothes and shoes. We were greeted by a woman who showed us to our Cabins, the women left us alone and told us that she would be back soon. “ We need to escape. My sister said '' I know” I whispered. The lady walked back in with a pile of clothes and placed it on one of the beds. “ Get dressed quickly ladies” was the last thing I heard her say before exiting the room.. “ I have a plan” my sister said before getting dressed in the new clothes on our bed. After we finished getting ready we walked outside and was greeted by some new people and we talked about the rules and expectations that we had to meet.We talked for what seemed hours and then we were allowed to go back to our room. When we got inside my sister locked the door and said “ Now here's the plan”.....


It was now 10 O’clock and everyone had gone to sleep except for a few people making sure kids wouldn't escape. When we first arrived my sister told me that she saw where they hung their cars keys up. The plan was that I would go outside and tell one of the men that I wasn't feeling well while my sister ran to the cabin with all the keys. The plan was all sorted and now it was time to put our plan into action. Neither of us knew how to drive nor how long it would take to drive home. I walked outside while eating some crackers from earlier with some water. I started walking in front of one of the men then pretended to spew. He ran into one of the cabins to grab me some water. I gave my sister the signal to go. She ran towards the cabin and grabbed the keys, we started sprinting towards the cars and tried to unlock them. The man from before ran back outside and spotted us. We had tried every car but none would unlock. We got to the last car and it opened, we got in quickly and locked the doors and drove off quickly. My sister and I started laughing, and we started talking about how fun tonight was. My sister told it was going to be a long night so I should try get some rest, I nodded in agreement and fell asleep. THUMP! My whole body went forward and i had blood dripping from my head, my sister had crashed into a tree. “ Quickly get out we’re almost home” I stumble out of the car and start running towards my sister. We walked for another 45 minutes until we reached the start of our driveway. When I saw my house come into view I ran the fastest my legs could take me. When I reached my house I started to bang on my door the hardest I could. My parents opened the door in horror and distress, When they saw us they hugged us as tight they could. “ What happened to your head? And how did you guys get out!?” my sister and I looked at each other said “ That's a story for another time”.....

For this weeks literacy task we had to write a story about our perspective of being taken away from our families.  

Waitangi research

For this weeks contract we had to create a autobiography about someone who signed the Treaty of Waitangi AKA Te Tiriti O Waitangi. For my person I choose Apihai Te Kawau who was a Maori cheif.

Describing words about me

For this weeks Literacy Task we had to create a Word Cloud that had words that described us as a person.

About Me!

Kia ora my name is Katarina
I am currently a year 8 at Pompallier Catholic School and am in Te Kahu class.
My favourite hobbies are playing sports and travelling.
My favourite colour is yellow and blue.
4 words to describe me are humorous, outgoing, organised and sporty 
My strengths are playing Rugby and playing sports
Something I want work on this year is getting better at my basic facts.