Poetry Recital

We had poetry recitals on Friday. It was exciting to see all the students saying there poems aloud and memorized. 

First, it started from room 1 all the way up to room 12, I was satisfied on how they used gestures, expression and they were very clear. Also, I liked the way they still kept on going even when they forgot their poem. 

My favourite poetry recitals was all of them because they all tried their best when they were in front of us, Ruapotaka students. 

Skipping

The skipping competition  is coming up for the Ruapotaka students. We are practicing really hard. The year sevens and eights are in three different groups learning new moves and practicing to get better than before.

The people in my group are is Pupuke, Mary Ruth, Malia, Leanah, Joanlisi,Alexandra, Julianne, Liza, Ana and I. 

Cross Country Run

Yesterday, we had our schools Cross Country race. It first started from room 1 all the up to the seniors. I was enthusiastic and eager about doing the cross country run around the school, because I like running and playing different kinds of sports.

When it was the year 8's turn to run we lined up, so we could get ready to run. I was glad that it was only 2 laps and when we were running I tried to keep running and jogging to keep my place. I also kept up ran with a steady pace to help me, not lose my energy quickly.

At last it was our final lap and we were nearly done. I came 3rd out of the year eights which made me pleased and I came 2nd for the girls which made me even happier. When it finished I was happy but exhausted at the same time.

Kahurangi - Maori Myths and Legends

This week there was a group called Kahurangi who came to our school. It was all about Maori myths and legends. Kahurangi came to our school to perform some songs and telling us about their Maori culture. This Maori myths and legend stories from many years ago. 

There were two boys and four girls who did their performance were really well and I was impressed. I really liked it how they made the story very funny when they showed it to us.