Communication
Newsletter
The Principal writes a very full newsletter every Friday and this is sent to parents and whanāu via email.
Texting
We use texting as a means to provide reminders, requests and notices.
Hero
Teachers use this app to provide important information, report to parents on children’s progress and to show work and photos. This app is interactive – parents can reply/comment.
Home and School Facebook Page
A place to share ideas for fundraising, network with other parents & teachers, and keep up-to-date with what's happening within the Home & School.
Access the page here: St Mary's Home & School
Reporting to Parents
The school follows an annual programme of Reporting to Parents:
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January - Whanāu Connection Conferences
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July/August - Periodic Assessment Results
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October - Whanāu Connection Conferences
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December - Written Reports
In addition to the annual programme, Teachers' or Parents requests for interviews are arranged at any other time during the year to discuss points of interest or concern about a child's progress, achievements or well-being.
Assembly
Assembly is held each Friday at 2.40 pm and classes are rostered on for Assembly duty. Parents are warmly invited to attend.