Welcome to 2011!

Hi Room 18! Welcome to our class blog space for 2011.

This will be your first posting area and you will use this as a place to introduce yourselves. You have all read the class blogging rules and understand that our thoughts, ideas and information are available to be read from anywhere in our world.

You can publish without a Google account, but it's best if you sign up with one. If you publish without a Google account, you MUST include your name. If your name is not included in your post it will not be published. Please include your first name when posting without an account.

So, now it is time to write a brief introduction about yourself. Include these things:

Your first name, and your year level.
Some family information – for example who you live with – no names please.
You may wish to name the area you live in. For example – Mt Albert, Sandringham, Mt Eden, Balmoral.
If you have links to other countries tell us about them. Maybe you have lived in other countries?
Some of your interests.
Set yourself some big goals for 2011 – they can be class related, sport related or even outside of school. What is it that you really want to achieve this year? We can look at these and aim to achieve them!

I am really looking forward to our blogging journey and can’t wait to read your comments.

Let’s get blogging Room 18!!

End of School 2010

On December 15th Balmoral School closes for the Christmas holidays.

Farewell to all of our wonderful Year Six children, who now move on to intermediate school. Remember to aim high, work hard, and continue being the amazing and unique children you are.

Kia Kaha - Be Strong.

Athletics Day 2010

The Auckland weather treated us well and the Whetu and Hiringa syndicate enjoyed a day in the sun with our annual Athletics day.

There were some fantastic athletes amongst the group, but also most importantly everyone enjoyed themselves.

Check out these great pictures.

Room 18 Drama Term 4

As part of the arts curriculum this term, Room 18 children have been learning about role play. They have learnt about being able to stay in role, creating a believable role and also fitting into a group of other children who are also in role. They have had a theme to follow and have all taken part enthusiastically.

Tony, our student teacher from The University of Auckland has been running this great unit and this photo slide show is a true representation of the children's enjoyment and learning.

Balmoral Art Festival

The amazing art festival ended with a magnificent art show. In these images you will witness the great art produced by creative students and inspiring teachers.

Balmoral Great Day Out

Once again the famous Balmoral school fair is set to rock Auckland with a range of events and activities designed for ultimate fun.

Whether you are old or young there is something for everyone at this years Balmoral Great Day Out to be held on November 13th.

Be there!

Room 18 is currently collecting BBQ themed gifts for the fair. We have a box set up in our room and hope that you can send along any new goods you have to help raise funds for our amazing school. Thanks!

Balmoral Intermediate Japan Trip

14 students, Matt and Mary are now on their way to Japan. What an amazing experience for everyone involved.

If you are interested in keeping up to date, following and commenting on their journey then check out this site.

BALMORAL JAPAN 2010