A huge congratulations to our new kaiako, Anika Fourie, Connor Thom, Jamahl Ellis-Kuka, and Sandy Palmer, who graduated from the University of Waikato during the holidays. And a special shout-out to Whaea Cheri Gallagher, who completed her Master's of Educational Leadership with first-class honours too.

DUCK RACE MONEY - FINAL DAY TOMORROW Kia ora whānau, Thank you to everyone for their incredible support with the Duck Race. Tomorrow is the last day to have money and tickets in ... don't miss out!!!

🦆🦆DUCK RACE REMINDER🦆🦆 We have 9 books left to sell - we hope to have these gone this week. We need all money and the ticket stubs back to school before next Thursday. Thank you to all our whānau and friends for contributing towards some awesome activities and opportunities with our Student Leaders Online payment details are on the poster

📢 EVENT POSTPONEMENT 📢 Please take note that our Rā Whanaungatanga Day (Celebration of Cultures) is moving to a new date! With the current weather warnings in place, it is advised that we postpone the festivities to a clearer day. 🌦️🚫 🗓 New Date: Wednesday, 1st April 📍 Where: Tauranga Intermediate School We’re sorry for any inconvenience, but we want to make sure our celebration is safe and fun for everyone. See you on the 1st! 🌟 #TaurangaIntermediate #RaWhanaungatanga #SafetyFirst #SchoolUpdate

Tauranga Intermediate Newsletter - Term 1 Week 7 Kia ora, Parents, Whānau and Caregivers, Please take the time to read through the school newsletter with your child/children. Ngā Mihi

🏏🏆 Kane Williamson Cup – Super 11 Champions AGAIN! 🏆🏏 What a tournament! Tauranga Intermediate has once again proven too strong, holding onto the Kane Williamson Cup with an outstanding series of performances across the day. 💪🔥 🆚 Game 1 vs Mount Maunganui Intermediate Mount were bowled out for 86 thanks to some tight bowling: Caleb 2/8, Beau 3/22, Lucas 2/11. TIS chased the total down comfortably, losing just 4 wickets, with Beau leading the way scoring 52 runs. 🆚 Game 2 vs Illminster Intermediate TIS piled on 222/4, highlighted by an incredible unbeaten 100 from Andre 💯 Illminster were then dismissed for just 16 runs in a dominant bowling effort: Nathan 3/1, Toby 2/4, Shreyas 2/9, Caleb 1/2. 🆚 Game 3 vs Te Puke Intermediate Batting first, TIS posted 147, with Cooper (31), Beau (28) and Caleb (24*) leading the scoring. A strong team effort with the ball secured a 27-run win. 🏆 GRAND FINAL vs Otumoetai Intermediate Otumoetai batted first, scoring 126. Outstanding bowling from: Cooper 4/10 🔥 Andre 2/27 Caleb 1/22 Shreyas 1/5 TIS chased the total with confidence, led by: Andre 47 Timmy 28 Beau 28 Another composed performance under pressure means the Kane Williamson Cup stays at TIS! 👏💙 It was fantastic for Kane himself to be there, to present the cup to our school. So proud of this group — skill, teamwork, and humility on display all day. Well done boys! 🙌🏏

Kia Ora Whānau, Tauranga Intermediate School is seeking support from local businesses to help us purchase a new set of house-branded gazebos. These gazebos will enhance our presence and organisation at school events, while also providing a valuable advertising opportunity for your business within our large and active community. We would greatly appreciate you taking the time to read the attached link, which explains the sponsorship opportunity and benefits in more detail. Thank you for considering supporting our kura. Ngā mihi, Lee Vaughan Head of Sport Tauranga Intermediate School leev@tauranga-int.school.nz

Hosting an international student is a rewarding way to experience new cultures, build lasting connections, and bring a global perspective into your home. Host families also receive financial remuneration to help cover living expenses, making it both a meaningful and practical opportunity. Please email Julia Peters, our homestay coordinator, if you are able to host or would like to know more: juliap@tauranga-int.school.nz