The
annual WaWa beach triathlon was a success with perfect conditions -
calm sea, low cloud and plenty of support. The individual champion
event was won this year by Waitati student Lucan with a strong
challenge coming from Purakanui. It was great seeing some younger
Warrington students participating in the team event, then re-entering
the individual challenge. We have some strong candidates for the next
few years.
2
more weeks of swimming before we turn the heat pump off the pool for
the season, a group of students will be representing Warrington at
the East Otago swimming competition this week.
The
after school surf group has been making the most of the wonderful
summer with over a quarter of the school involved. Last week the
group were entertained with a fishing kayaker being chased out of the
water by an inquisitive sea lion who then turned its attention to the
large group of Kings High School students also making a hasty retreat
from the water.
Room
1 students have begun working on their archaeological test sites in
the paddock. Many of the students have been surprised by the hard
ground and rigorous scientific process that is required. So far we
have found traces of a brick like substance and plastic. There has
been some thoughtful discussions about uncovering moa or human
remains – you will probably hear about it if we do! We are still on
the hunt for small pointing trowels or cake slices.
The
year 7/8s are on the bi-annual pilgrimage to Sutton camp this week,
they will be hiking the local area and exploring the historic
features.
No
surf group this week - the next one will be on Monday 11th
March then back to Wednesday the following week.
Working
bee reminder: Saturday 16th March 9am-1pm. Many hands
make light work...
Parent
teacher interviews are on 18th and 19th of
March. Don't forget to book your appointment!
