🎨 Student Art Spotlight: Capturing NZ's Native Beauty 🌿 Check out this beautiful work by some of our talented Visual Art Students! Inspired by the clean, iconic style of renowned Kiwi artist Glenn Jones, our students embarked on a creative journey to celebrate Aotearoa's unique wildlife. We are incredibly proud of their creativity, patience, and attention to detail. Swipe through to see their fantastic creations! 👇 #TaurangaIntermediate #VisualArts #CreativeKiwiKids #GlennJonesArt #NZBirds #StudentArt Showcase

Term 2 Wk 11 School Newsletter Kia ora Parents, Whānau, and Caregivers, Wow, what an incredible, action-packed term we have had at Tauranga Intermediate! From a massive lineup of sporting events to academic assessments, and our stunning mid-year creative showcases, your children have been beautifully busy. We hope you all have a safe and happy term break and we look forward to seeing your children's happy faces next term on Monday 20th July. Ngā Mihi Tauranga Intermediate Staff

📣 TrySassy is Returning for Terms 3 & 4! Kia ora whānau, We are excited to welcome back the TrySassy program to Tauranga Intermediate School for Terms 3 and 4! TrySassy is a fantastic, fun, and empowering after-school program designed specifically for intermediate-aged girls to get active, build confidence, and connect with peers. Coach Nic will be returning to lead the sessions right here on-site. 🗓️ Program Details: When: Every Tuesday after school, starting Week 1 of Term 3 (Tuesday, 21 July 2026). Where: Tauranga Intermediate School (sessions will move to the Multipurpose Room if the weather isn't great). Who: Open to all girls across the school. 📝 How to Register: Please review the attached flyer and information sheets for full program details and instructions on how to secure a spot for your daughter. Spaces are limited, so we encourage you to look through the details and sign up early! For any direct questions about the program, feel free to reach out to the TrySassy Coordinator, Kathy Miller, at 021 0272 0818 or check out their updates on TrySassy Facebook and TrySassy Instagram. Ngā mihi nui, Tauranga Intermediate School Team

Job Vacancy: Youth Mentor (Fixed-Term) Kia ora Whānau, We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Youth Mentor to join our team here at Tauranga Intermediate School in a fixed-term capacity. If you or someone you know has a heart for supporting young people, helping them navigate their intermediate years, and guiding them to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you! To find out more for this roll please read the attached information. Role Details: Hours: 30 hours per week (9 AM – 3:30 PM) Term: Fixed-Term How to Apply: Email Cheri Gallagher at cherig@tauranga-int.school.nz. Applications close Monday, 29th June. Ngā mihi nui, Tauranga Intermediate School

Showquest & Toi 2026: What an Incredible Journey! 🌟 WOW. Just WOW! Our students absolutely poured their hearts, souls, and endless creativity onto the stage on Tuesday, and we couldn’t be prouder! 🎭✨ A massive congratulations to our incredibly talented team for placing 3rd Equal alongside our friends at Te Kura o Manunui for Showquest. They also received recognition for Excellence in Music, Excellence in Art, and Recognition in Culture and in Toi, Mother Nature Queen - Award for Powerful Storytelling, The Nightmare - Award for Innovative Use of Materials, Torn and Transformed - Award for Innovative Use of Materials, Queen Bee - Award for Creative Concept 🏆🎉 From the powerful storytelling and breathtaking choreography to the stunning wearable art and seamless lighting, every single moment of our Tuesday performance was pure magic. A huge shoutout to our amazing performers, dedicated student leaders, and the kaiako who kept everything running perfectly behind the scenes. Take a look at some of the highlights from our performance below! 👇📸 To our amazing school community—thank you for your endless support, late-night pickups, and cheering us on every step of the way. 💙 #Showquest2026 #TaurangaIntermediate #ProudSchool #PerformingArts #CreativityInAction #Top3

🏆 Double Champions! Sensational Results at the ePro8 Finals! 🏆 Huge congratulations to our incredible students who competed at the ePro8 Finals in Rotorua last night! You have made Tauranga Intermediate School incredibly proud. Here are the fantastic results: 🥇 1st Place: Ivy (Rm 4), Leo (Rm 1), Susannah (Rm 3), and William (Rm 1) 🏅 6th Place: Ayani (Rm 3), Teddy (Rm 3), Shlok (Rm 4), and Andrew (Rm 3) What an absolute thriller of a night! A special shout-out to John—what a phenomenal way to send you off, securing two wins in a row! 🥳👏 Thank you to the students, supporters, and staff who made this success possible. Check out our champions with their trophies below! 👇 #ePro8 #TaurangaIntermediate #STEMChampions #ProudSchool #DoubleVictory

🚨 WIN 4X FREE FRIDAY FUN NIGHT TICKETS! 🚨 Want to get your Friday evening sorted with ZERO stress, tons of fun, and dinner completely handled? 🥳🎉 We are giving away 4x FREE Tickets to Friday Fun Night at Baywave (for ages 5–15)! 💦🏊‍♂️ 👇 HOW TO ENTER 👇 1️⃣ LIKE this post 💻 2️⃣ TAG another parent, family member, or friend who needs a fun night out! 🏷️ 🌟 What’s Waiting For You: Slides, waves, and manus on repeat! 🌊 Spa pool open from 7pm (for the 11+ crowd) 🧖‍♀️ 🍔 NEW meal deals available at the cafe—that's Friday night dinner sorted! ⏰ When: Every Friday night from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Standard entry terms apply. Find out all the event details right here: Baywave Friday Fun Night. Winner will be drawn randomly at the last assembly for Term 2 - 3rd July 2026 Get tagging and good luck! 🤞👇

Teacher Aide Position Available for 2026! 🌟 Kia ora Whānau, Parents and Caregivers, Are you or someone you know, passionate about supporting young people and making a difference in the classroom? Tauranga Intermediate is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our fantastic staff as a Teacher Aide for the 2026 school year! Please see the attached Job description for more information. ⏳ Applications close: Monday 22 June 2026 at 3pm.