Kiwi Kids News- ALL New Zealand Schools To Close??

Prime Minister Adern made the statement on Monday afternoon. According to what she said all schools and early childcare centres in New Zealand, will close from midnight on Wednesday in order to combat Covid-19. 

She spoke about many important things counting with a lockdown situation for approximately 4 weeks. As for now the students will be learning online with government helping beside. Stay safe!

Lockdown 4 BEGINS!

Prime Minister Adern made a revelation this afternoon. During the briefing she explained that New Zealand will be moving into COVID-19 Alert Level 3 for 48 hours, then to Level 4. 

To clarify New Zealand will move into a lockdown situation for 4 weeks until further notice. I hope everyone stays safe for next few weeks and remember social distancing! 

What is Kauri Dieback?

Kauri is a native tree to New Zealand located in a forest. Dieback caused by microsopic fungus organisim called Phytopthora (PA) 

Kauir dieback can kill kauri of all ages as it lives in the soil and infects kauri roots. There's currently no proven cure or treatment meaning nearly all infected kauri die. Please keep our kauri trees 
safe and living.

Kiwi Kids News- Polyfest Cancelled Due To Coronavirus

The huge event this week has recently been called off due to worries of the covid-19 
(Coronavirus) spread. 

Organisers said the event was too huge to trace any contracts of a confirmed case. Still they're trying to find other options to adress student's performances.

ST. PATRICKS DAY! 🍀🌱

St. Patricks Day is a global celebration of Irish culture. It particulary remembers St. Patrick, one of Ireland's patron Saints who ministered Christianity in Ireland. To commemorate the life of St. Patrick they have feasts and celebrate by wearing green. He impacted a lot on Ireland and its history.

Kiwi Kids News- Lego Blocks To Be Sustainable By 2020...

The world's famous toy maker has announced plans to be 100% likey by 2030. Due to fact that plastic is dangerous to the the enviornment the company has been working to change the way they produce their famous toy.

Currently, two percent of its plastic pieces which are mostly from trees, leaves and bushes you find in Lego. New pieces will all soon have the same strength of colour, fastness and sticking power, in order to together with older pieces.

CORONAVIRUS: All You Need To Know!

Currently there is a pandemic (define; a disease that is spreading in multiple countries around the world at the same time) circulating around the globe. That is of course Covid-19 also well known as the Coronavirus. If you're still confused with the lately news about this topic, these answers should answer your questions.  

1. What Is Covid-19?

The Coronavirus is an affecting virus. For example, headaches, tummy aches or coughing. It can spread easily from one to another. As said in the news it can spread from person to person by coughing, or incontact with the surface of your face/skin.

 2. Where Did Covid-19 Orginirate From?

The first few cases were in China, in a city called Wuhan..but has now dispersed across the world. It has thought the disease originated at an animal market in the city. Where it somehow consumed into a person.

3. How Can You Protect Yourself and Others?

• Cough or sneeze into your elbow or by covering your mouth. 

• Put used tissues in the bin or a big immediatly. 

• Wash your hands with soap often (prefaablly 20 seconds)

• Avoid personal contact/ social distance yourself 

• Clean and disinfect frequently tounched surfaces

• Stay home if you feel unwell 

Kiwi Kids News - We Are Different but The Same

It's been one year since the Mosque Christchurch shooting. As many of you know a lot of people tragicly passed away including younger kids and families. We must make an effort to remember the lesson it taught us; meaning that we should celebrate diversity and our differences.

Some day we should all appreciate diversity as it allows you to understand new perspectives. It would be a boring world if we were all the same. We might be different in some ways, we are the same in the ways that count.

All About Saving Energy - W6

Tech: How To Save & Use Energy. 

For this experiement we used salt water, two cups, four wires, siccors, low energy light bulb, screwdriver and a light switch. We paired with St. Pius as this required safety and help.

Firstly we cut half of the wire making sure some alluniman was left. Now we screwed our two wires into a light bulb contraption. Then we did the same to the light switch, again we made sure it was stiff so our wires wouldn't come out. We connected all our wires to the salt water and the results were...A BIG FAIL!

Mostly everyone in my group believed it was because of the salt since it's been there for about 3-4 years. I found this experiement enjoyable because it showed how much teamwork was needed. It was great seeing my group work together!

TECH: Sciene - Earthworms

For tech we discovered and learnt all about earthworms. Earthworms are essetinal than it looks like. Earthworms help to produce with the soil to make sure it's clean and healthy. 

Actually when they're contributing it takes a lot of effort to roam around underground. Especially as there's a large amount of dirt surrounding you. Someday I hope everyone will look at earthworms 

a different way!

TABLOIDS - WATER FUN?!!

Tabloids is an entertaining activity for Ruapotaka School where we get into our house colours and compete.For 2020 the staff decided to add water. I really enjoyed how we could wear our house colours to show which has we came from. 

The most amusing activity my group did was the water slide going down the hill with Mrs. Golder & Ms. Kingston. The slide was a bit broken but I'd say I had a terrific experience. Next time I hope to be free and with my group! :)

Coronavirus Disease Spreading Globe?

A number of cases involving coronvirus has been spreading around. As you all know coronavirus is a big current topic at the moment. Many countries have been affected by this disease like China, Italy, Europe etc. Recently 4-5 cases in New Zealand have been confirmed and has the New Zealand citizens shocked. Resulting in them buying a lot of medication. 

Some things to help you not have the virus is wash your hands more often, stay clean, hydrate yourselfs and be safe. Most importantly make sure you cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing. You never know when util you have it. 

Technology: LIGHT BULBS - W4

On Wednesdays the year 8's and 7's go to Tamaki College for technology. My group is doing science with Ms. Sharma. The last few weeks have been amazing because I learnt so many things about plastic, science and our upcoming topic, energy.

Last week we researched a lot about light bulbs and the power they hold wether it's good or bad. Next we took wires and connected them both to a light contraption. Kate and I were shocked. I hope this week will be more fascinating and interesting!

TRIP To Hamlin's Hill?!!

Last Friday the year 8's and 7's had the opportunity to observe and search for pests/traps at the Hamlin's Hill mountain. We saw many extraordinary landscapes and discovered a lot about how to trap pests. The most factual thing I learnt was, our animals are transported from 

different countries. Example: rabbits. 

For me this trip was important because it's good to learn about animals/pests and how we can keep our communtiy & area safe. Thank you Frazer for this opportunity!