Keep up to date with the latest news and events from Balmacewen.
All about our School Cross Country, class PE sessions & upcoming sport events.
Posted: Monday August 22, 2022
As part of our Term Three focus, all Year 7 classes went to the Anatomy Museum as an ignitor for our body unit.
Posted: Tuesday August 16, 2022
Kia ora whānaua, we have confirmed times and venues for ICAS exams over the coming weeks. You will notice maths is not yet confirmed, I will be in touch as soon as this is finalised.
Posted: Monday August 15, 2022
If you are concerned with the impact of technology, social media, gaming and online safety for your child then this presentation aims to give you the tools and insights you need to confidently raise happy and resilient children.
Posted: Thursday August 11, 2022
Please read on for more information...
Posted: Thursday August 11, 2022
This week our sitting windows for ICAS start and will continue until the 2nd of September. Key information follows.
Posted: Tuesday August 9, 2022
School board members are active leaders in our schools. They have an important role of supporting strong professional leadership and ensuring effective teaching for all students through informed governance.
Posted: Tuesday August 2, 2022
Please see the image attached for cross country reminders.
Posted: Monday August 1, 2022
The school board election is coming up.
Posted: Thursday July 28, 2022
A very kind donation of tech items has been received!
Posted: Monday July 25, 2022
As you may be aware Covid and the flu have hit bus drivers hard. To ensure that a reliable bus service is provided, Otago Regional Council has had to move to a reduced bus service timetable. This will impact some of our students as their buses to and from school will now run with reduced frequency.
Posted: Sunday July 24, 2022
I hope you have all had a good break. We look forward to seeing everyone again tomorrow!
Posted: Sunday July 24, 2022
Due to the weather, Otago hockey have decided to cancel hockey tonight (8th July). Stay warm and enjoy the holidays and we will see you back in term 3,
Posted: Thursday July 7, 2022
Tomorrow we have a whole school hangi lunch to celebrate end of term and Matariki. Please read on for what you will need to bring...
Posted: Thursday July 7, 2022
Please see images attached for information about upcoming hockey programs.
Posted: Wednesday July 6, 2022
Class photos can now be ordered online. Please read on for more details...
Posted: Tuesday July 5, 2022
Year 7 artists develop an idea inspired by a cat. Next they research and draw their concept. The purpose of this unit is to showcase the painting techniques they learnt in their previous unit. During our "Art Talks," we learn about both historical and contemporary artworks about cats.
Posted: Saturday July 2, 2022
Year 7 artists develop an idea inspired by a tiki. Next they research and draw their concept. The purpose of this unit is to showcase the painting techniques they learnt in their previous unit. During our "Art Talks," we learn about both historical and contemporary hei tiki.
Posted: Saturday July 2, 2022
Students develop and idea to explore the concept of Pets; real or imagined. The design and create an armature which they then paper mache and paint. The success skills they focus on are, "Problem-solving& Persevering" and "Be Creative."
Posted: Saturday July 2, 2022
Year 8 art students create miniature clay warriors inspired by the vast pottery army created for the tomb of the First Emperor of the Qin Dynasty in China. Firstly students learn to draw from observation. Next they learn to join and sculpt with clay. The project focuses on the success skills of "Problem-solving & Persevering."
Posted: Saturday July 2, 2022