News

Keep up to date with the latest news and events from Balmacewen. 

 

Halfway through Term 2!

So far, Term 2 has been lots of fun for all of us and over the past five weeks, Room 23 has been up to some exciting things.

Posted: Monday June 4, 2018

Taleblazer in Room 4

We have had an exciting few weeks learning how to use an online app named Taleblazer.

Posted: Wednesday May 30, 2018

Robots in Room 2!!!

Last week we were lucky enough to have Miss Dick come and take us through a session with the Robots.

Posted: Monday May 28, 2018

Science in Room 1

This term our topic is 'Discovery' and we are learning lots about the scientific process.

Posted: Thursday May 24, 2018

Discovery!

This term is all about us exploring and engaging in the magic of discovery through a range of scientific experiments.

Posted: Monday May 14, 2018

Dunedin City Council - School Street Flood Mitigation Work information

Please find attached PDF documents containing important information regarding road works in our area.

Posted: Monday May 14, 2018

Important guidelines for students who are sick.

We have had a number of children reported absent from school this term because of sickness, particularly vomiting and diarrhoea. Please be aware that, as per the Ministry of Health guidelines: Students who have had vomiting or diarrhoea should be kept at home until well, and for 48 hours after the last episode of diarrhoea or vomiting.

Posted: Monday May 14, 2018

Warming Otago Homes.

Otago community Trust, DCC and Cosy Homes Trust are teaming up to make insulating Otago homes more affordable than ever. Check out the attached PDF for more info.

Posted: Friday May 11, 2018

Pikaado

www.pikaado.com is a new website in Dunedin where people can list workshops and experiences. We have lots on for kids and parents, from cupcake decorating workshops for kids, to dietitians giving advice on children's eating, to a kids african dance off! Please visit our site and check out some talented locals sharing their skills

Posted: Friday May 11, 2018

Go Girl

A story book of epic New Zealand women

Posted: Friday May 11, 2018

Science and Technology Fair

This year the approach to the Science and Technology Fair is a little bit different at Balmacewen Intermediate....

Posted: Friday May 11, 2018

Whats Hot in the Kitchen with the Year 8's

The second group have started the term off well with some amazing scones being produced on day 1.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Whats hot in the Kitchen with the Year 7's?

The third group have finished their time in the foods room.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Whats Hot in the Kitchen with the Year 7's

The third group has started their time in the Foods Room.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Year 8 Korero

What's Up! Read on to find out what the year 8 programme is.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Full Steam Ahead!

School was buzzing today, and not just with whirring robots and blaring speakers. Today was Day 1 of our Term 2 Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths program.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Room 9 are up and running into term 2!

Great to be back and with our new focus this term - Science and Discovery. There is a feeling of anticipation and excitement in block 3.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Year 7 term two news

It has been a great start to Term 2 for the Year 7 team.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Netball season is about to begin

The netball season is fast approaching! We have 12 teams entered into the Intermediate competition that is held at the Edgar Centre every Thursday afternoon.

Posted: Thursday May 10, 2018

Message from the Principal

We have enjoyed an excellent start to Term 2, helped by some warm autumnal weather!

Posted: Wednesday May 9, 2018