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Rotorua Intermediate Newsletter

24 June 2026

Information - Scabies in the Community

Key points about scabies:

Scabies (waihakihaki; mate māngeongeo riha ) is a contagious skin condition that causes a very itchy rash.
The rash is caused by an allergic reaction to a tiny mite that burrows under your skin.
It’s easily spread between people through close skin-to-skin contact or shared bedding or clothing and won't go away without treatment. There are treatment options to help with the itch also.
Everyone in your household should be treated at the same time, even if they don’t have symptoms.
You’ll also need to wash all bedding and clothing in hot water at the same time.
If your child has scabies, keep them at home until at least one day after treatment with scabies cream or lotion.
It can be difficult to identify and equally difficult to feel as though treatment has been successful as the itch can last up to 6 weeks following treatment!!
There are a number of services in the community who can support your whanau to access treatment for free or very low cost: your GP team, pharmacies (chemist) and the school nurses.

Kids Health Scabies in Childhood info, QR code:

SAFER SCHOOL ROADS

From June, the speed limit outside our school will drop to 30km/h during busy drop-off and pick-up times (8:00–9:00am and 2:45–3:45pm). At other times, the normal speed limit will apply.

There will be a mix of electronic and static signs. As soon as the signs are installed, the lower speed limit can be enforced, so please keep an eye out.

Take a look at the map to see how your usual route might change. For more information and FAQs, visit: rlc.net.nz/safespeeds

Thanks for helping keep our tamariki safe.

Tuesday 30th June------------------------------BOP Cross Country - Tauranga
Wednesday 1 July - Sunday 5 July----------------Tai Mitchell Tournament - Opotiki
Friday 3rd July----------------------------------------------End of Term 2
Monday 20th July--------------------------------------------Term 3 Starts
Friday 24th July----------------------------------------Super 11 Basketball
Friday 31st July------------------------------Super 11 Winter - Mt Maunganui
Wednesday 5th August-----------------------Rip Rugby Pre Auims Tournament
Friday 7th August----------------------Super 11 Cross Country - Mt Maunganui
Tuesday 11th & 12th August-------------------------------Science Road Show
Wednesday 12th August -------------------------RBHS Open Evening - 5.30pm
Friday 14th August-------------------------Super 11 Rugby 7s - Mt Maunganui
Tuesday 18th August---------------------------------WHHS Orientation Day
Tuesday 18th & 19th August---------------------RIS Orientation Days - Year 6's
Wednesday 19th August----------------------RGHS Open Day (All Day) Y8 Girls
Thursday 20th August-----------------------------Year 6 Open Evening @ RIS
Thursday 20th August----------------------------------WHHS Drop in @ RIS

Transitioning to and from school

Manaakitanga Awards Week 8 Term 2

Oliver Smith (Pukaki Whānau)
What an amazing young man you are, Oliver! Your constant respect for others and dedication to your learning make you a wonderful, quiet role model in our whānau. Thank you for always being so reliable, supportive, and such a positive part of our Pukaki whanau.

Harry Brake (Tunohopu Whānau)
Harry Brake- Harry you have been an amazing role model for our class. You are always ready and prepared for lessons, contribute well and complete work consistently to a high standard. I appreciate the leadership roles you do with pride and dedication. Thank you for being a great role model in Tunohopu.

Logan Ware (Te Rangiiwaho Whānau)
Logan, you consistently strive to do the right thing and approach new learning with thoughtful logic. I am impressed by the maturity and independence you show in your thinking. Keep up the excellent work!

Connie Cree (Hurungaterangi Whānau)
What a superstar you are, Connie. Everyday you make sure you are ready for kura with a fabulous, positive attitude. You are incredibly supportive of your classmates and very helpful for your kaiako. Thank you so much, Connie.

Riley Jones (Te Roro o Te Rangi Whānau)
He aroha whakatō, he aroha puta mai. He rawe te kite i tō manaakitanga me tō kaha ki te kōrero i tō pepeha. He tama ngāwari, he tama puku mahi. Mīharo! Nau mai ki te whānau o Te Roro o Te Rangi Riley, we love having you as an integral part of our whānau!

Calais Ngamotu-Barribal (Taeotu Whānau / Pathways)
Calais, your Music Exploration sessions are super-impressive…your ability to play and learn keyboard chords/notes continue to inspire others in the class to do better! You are often our ‘go-to’ student during our many class music collaborations - keep leading the way, Calais!

Amelia-Rose Ruland (Mauri Ora)
Amelia you are always showing the 3’rs and is happy to help when needed. Your kind and caring nature shines through. Keep up the great work.

PREVIOUS WEEKS:
Heighven Singh
Heighven, you have made a fabulous start to your time at RI after joining us early this term. You always show up to kura ready to learn, with an unwavering positive attitude towards learning and have embraced all things RI. You are a delightful member of Pukaki 1, keep up the stunning mahi!

Manaakitanga Awards Week 9 Term 2

Amelia Elphick (Pukaki Whānau)
Amelia, you are a shining example of hard work in Pukaki 3. You are always quick to start on your learning and always offer to help for extra jobs around the classroom. Keep up the good work!

Aubree Wadsworth (Tunohopu Whānau)
Well done, Aubree! You have been working so hard in every area of your learning, and I have been particularly impressed with your efforts in our new Structured Literacy programme. Amazing efforts. Keep with the great mahi.

Charlie Holland (Te Rangiiwaho Whānau)
Charlie, you always make awesome contributions to all our classroom discussions. You are one of the most helpful students in the class, helping with the class novels and anything else you’re asked to, or offer, to do. Keep up the awesome work!

Aprilia-Lee Paul (Hurungaterangi Whānau)
Aprilia, you have settled into your new learning space so well. You have made wonderful friendships and embraced every aspect of your new kura with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. It has been fantastic to see you learn all of our school haka and waiata so quickly. Your willingness to participate and get involved has made you a valued member of our class. It is an absolute pleasure to have you as part of the Hurungaterangi whānau. Keep shining!

Kymarli Unuwai (Te Roro o Te Rangi Whānau)
Kua tino kaha a Kymarli ki te mahi i roto i ngā wāhanga katoa o te marau i tēnei wāhanga. You have been working hard in all marau areas, taking responsibility for your learning. Your perseverance and eagerness to learn are evident ia rā. Ka mau te wehi!

Harley Metekingi (Taeotu Whānau / Pathways)
Harley, your determination and enthusiasm has been contagious in our class. You have thought outside the square with new and innovative ideas which has been evident in your enhancements you have made to your robot builds. You are beginning to master the art of coding also. Ka pai Harley, keep it up!!

Leilah Roser (Mauri Ora)
Leilah your positivity is infectious to everyone around you. Our talks in the morning are always positive. Your leadership skills shine through and you engage with everything RI offers.

PREVIOUS WEEKS:
Harry Brake (Tunohopu Whānau)
Harry Brake- Harry you have been an amazing role model for our class. You are always ready and prepared for lessons, contribute well and complete work consistently to a high standard. I appreciate the leadership roles you do with pride and dedication. Thank you for being a great role model in Tunohopu.

Tygah Nelson-Farrell (Mauri Ora)
Your start to Yr 8 has been awesome Tygah, you are always so respectful to your peers and staff. We love how you are always happy and you really enjoy coming to Kura. Thankyou for being you Tygah and keep the great work up.

MANAAKITANGA SCHOOL & VUNIFORM EXPECTATIONS

New Zealand Traveller Declaration

Are you going overseas for the school holidays?

When you return, you can now complete a digital New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) before you fly back into New Zealand – replacing the need to fill out a paper declaration card on the plane.

Everyone coming into New Zealand needs to complete an NZTD. You’ll answer questions about your trip and what’s in your bags. You can complete it at a time that suits you, on the NZTD website or by downloading the NZTD app, and submit it 24 hours before your trip back to New Zealand.

Download the NZTD app today! QR Code below

travellerdeclaration.govt.nz

Traffic before and after school

WINTER HOLIDAYS
ARE AROUND THE CORNER!

Get ready for an action-packed school holiday with the Waimarino Education Trust! Designed for kids who love adventure, our programme offers outdoor adventure, bush crafts and games in a safe and supportive environment. Give your child the chance to explore, learn, and make unforgettable memories these holidays!

Our Programme is flexible, book for just one day, or for all of them!

Available: 6th-17th July Monday-Friday

CLOSED : 10th July Matariki