Talofa, Hello. My name is Sascha Oldehaver and this is my first blog as Whanau Leader of Rata. Week Four's Value was Respect, thinking of others first and putting yourself second. As a newly chosen Whanau Leader, I thought that this was an important thing to think about as I am now a role model to my peers.On Monday we welcomed back our principal Mr. Pepper. I am glad to see him at school again and recovering fast.On Tuesday all Whanau Leaders went to Waitemata Rugby Club to learn about the 'Olympic Values' and team build together. I enjoyed gathering with other schools and participating in differentgames, like Aussie Rules Football and skipping. We got to see DJ Forbes, who spoke to us about P.A.D.S - Passion, Attitude, Discipline and Sacrifice. I am grateful that our Whanau Leaders were given this chance to improve our leadership skills.On Wednesday, two teams from St. Dominic's went to Eastdale Reserve in Avondale for T-Ball, coming back with 3rd and 4th placings. Congratulations to everyone who has participated in sportingevents so far in 2019 - I am looking forward to the winter season because I am joining the netball team for my fourth and final year. I have been working hard on writing a chant for Rata house, and I hope students in Rata can learn it soon so we can chant it together.At the end of the week, I thoughtabout what I enjoy the most about being back at St. Dominic's - being able to see my friends again, taking on new responsibilities and noticing the new facesaround school. I will be making an effort to introduce myself to all of the new students around the school and helping them feel welcome.Fa'afetai LavaThank YouSascha Oldehaver
Cultural Diversity....... What a wonderful moment it was when I was sent this group of lovely children to share their writing. While I was giving them their principal certificate and their stickers (it's all about the sticker!) it dawned on me that all 7 children were from different c. What a wonderful country and school it is, to be able to experience a range of different cultures and languages. The children at school experience through playing and learning together, that everyone is the same....everyone has something to offer and everyone has gifts. There is a great article currently circulating in the schools titled Becoming Culturally Responsive, and we as adults have much to learn in this area at times. They say children are 'colour-blind' and I have to say it is true. A playground is full of children playing, they don't see race or ethnic background...they just see a friend! Points from the article Celebrating diversity should be part of the school...
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