Wow!  What an amazing day we had today at the Marae at Hillmorton High School.  Room 3 went with Rooms 1, 5, 6 and 12 and we were all split into 4 groups.  I was with Conor and Tandia's group.  I know your children would have told you all about it but here are a few photos from our very special day ....

After we were welcomed onto the Marae, presented our Koha and sang "E te Ariki", we had some morning tea together. 

Next we were off to learn how to use rakau ....

and poi.  I love this shot of Tandia - she looks so excited!!!

Conor was really good at using poi!!

After lunch, Matua taught us a haka and then he asked Tandia to help lead us in it.

Finally we learnt about taiaha.  The Hillmorton girls who were our leaders taught us what they were used for and how tapu they are if they leave the Marae.

Remember tomorrow is MOVEMPROVE so your child only needs to wear their sports uniform to school.

I hope you have a great night :)