Term 3 Highligjts

Moari Should Be Compulsory In Schools

Should Moari Be Compulsory in Schools? I think not, who cares if it’s an official language. We won’t need it in the future. It probably won’t be useful for my future career as a neurosurgeon. Here are three reasons why Moari should not be compulsory in schools.

Firstly Maori is an official language of New Zealand, but so is sign language. So it wouldn’t be fair to just teach one official language we should teach all of them. I honestly think that sign language is more important because we can use it for more important things. For example, to communicate with deaf people I mean moari won’t help you in situations like this.

Secondly other languages are just as important. Especially jobs that include talking to different kind of people and jobs that include a lot of traveling. I think all languages should be optional in school despite how important they are. For example you learn moari in school because it’s compulsory but then you have to go study in France. Well moari won’t help you their will it?

Lastly I would like to state the fact that because of the fact that technology is changing. We have things like google translate and even the translation of different people's minds. It won’t be hard to decipher another language in the future, especially with the rate that technology is changing at. For example, if we don’t understand a youtube video, we just click on subtitles and go to auto translate. Their we go we can understand it now!

So in conclusion, I think that moari should not be compulsory in schools but it should be optional. I would also like to state that I am not in anyway against, learning moari. I love the culture but I think that it wouldn’t be fair to make it compulsory.

Parts Of A Cell

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Algebra + Bedmas

Through the Kids Eyes

Here is our D.L.O it’s a movie that shows what adults see and what us kids want to share. It’s about giving kids a voice to voice their opinion and share their ideas. Sometimes they get ignored and I think adults need to listen to us more so this is a movie we made about it.

Term 3 Extension research (Politicians)

Should Children get a say in Politics

Politics? Something adults say ‘is rubbish’. Us kids, we usually don’t know what they are talking about, but sometimes we have our own opinions and ideas should be heard. Three reasons kids should have a say in politics!

Firstly, I don’t know if politicians know this, but it is the children's future they are changing. I instants your parents are going to be here in the next 20 or so years, but we will. So when a political choice is made us kids should have a say on it too. After all who would want to live in a world run by adults.

Secondly children have Ideas and opinions too. Sometimes they are useless but in other times they can be really helpful, I know the feeling when a good idea is heard our thought about. I mean that’s why at our school we have our Robotics Ropu. A place where kids can share their ideas and help each other learn create and share!

Lastly all politicians always debate on what they think right even if it’s not the best choice but children chose what they think is fair. For example have your heard the saying ‘honesty is the best policy’ this can work at a time like this when they don’t which path to take. Lots of children go by this policy including myself and I always fight for what I believin.

So in conclusion, I think kids should get a say in politics. I mean we have some important things to say but it’s not always heard, I want give voices to children of all ages to have a say in their future. Not just politics but everything!

Plant Cells

The Debate

Task Description: This week we read a 2 texts and watched a video about Painted apple moth Spraying. It has been said that these insects are a big problem?

Many people had different says about this. After reading their opinion and reasons that support their opinion we were asked to make an information web about the debate. It was based on wether or not they should spray.

I think that they should spray in the areas where it's really bad and they can't do anything else. I also suggest they make sure their is a through research before they actually even spray anythings!

To Spray Or Not To Spray

Amazing Algebra

School Uniforms Should Be Banned

School Uniforms? Are they really a good thing? I think school uniforms are overpriced cheap quality clothing, used to make schools representation better. It   disables the ability for students to express themselves through the way they dress, and if we wear it wrong we still get in trouble. School you uniforms should be banned and here's why!

Firstly uniforms are not cheap at all. I mean at our school it cost roughly $177, to buy a uniform for one student. These uniforms are not the best quality, as proof if you put our school t-shirt over your head you can see through it quite clearly. Imagine how thick that fabric might and warm it would keep you. Selwyn college is also an example also have very overpriced uniforms, my sister goes there and her uniform cost close to close to $250. She had to buy new uniforms at the beginning of every year too, meaning it doesn’t last very long. There are many other schools with way more expensive uniform!

Another reasons school uniforms should be banned is because, there will always be students not wearing the right thing. Whether it’s over sized jewellery when wearing mufti, or students not having their t-shirt is not tucked in when wearing school uniform. We will still get in trouble no matter what. A well shown example of this is, one of the korero at our school is called were it with pride. In case you didn’t know what that means, it means that we should know what we are wearing and were it with respect and take care of our uniform and that kind of stuff. Anyways, this is a very old korero meaning that prefects have noticed that students haven’t been wearing their uniform properly, it’s been like this for a long time. 

Lastly school uniforms make so that we are all wearing the same thing. This might have people stop mocking other people still a little less but, it also means where all practically the same. Having school uniforms mean that students are limited to express themselves through their looks and the way they dressed. This relates to the famous quote “Passion for Fashion” well there are many people with that and having school uniforms permits them from showing that!

So in conclusion I think that school uniforms should be banned. These are only three reasons there are many more, that’s why you should always do your own research. Do you think that school uniforms should be banned?

Cross Country

This Monday we had our annual, school cross country. It was really fun and we all tried our best. Our house chants were pretty awesome too. Read on to find out more!

I remember when the bell rang and we all lined up. Walking to our big hard court in front of the field. We sat down at our spots as hundreds of students flooded the hard court. Wearing either red, green, yellow or blue our house colors. Their were many people dressed up and 8-10 students that weren't even from our school!

I didn't realise it but pretty soon it was our turn. We stood in front of the start line and my heart was already beating, On your marks....get set.....go! We all started running at full speed and already people we speeding ahead whilst other were falling behind it was a real thrill. My heart continued to beat really fast but the reason behind it changed pretty quickly.

It wasn't long till I was covered in mostly mud. The field and reserve was quite muddy so we weren't in the best conditions. We didn't mind as this was the whole cross country experience. It's like this every cross country!

I was pretty puffed and the second lap hadn't even started yet. I was only about 3 qauters of the way but when I ran through the gate to my second lap I had a burst of energy. The staff and teachers, that cheered us on made me feel really happy. I imagined walking and skipping down what they called the cat walk and even shot them a pose. After that I sprinted most of the way.

The second lap was pretty much that same along the way I met a friend that's pace was very similar to mine. It was Marie we were joined by more people and pretty soon we were a groups. We finished most of the lap together. It's what we called TEAM WORK!

When we got close to the gate some of us started sprinting and it was suprise. Marie and Mata were left behind it was me and Lepisi spriting for the win at the end. It was a close cut and we ended in a draw. We crossed the finish line together. I was quite amazing!

Finishing the race, I was greeted by my friends but I was to tired to respond. I only grabbed a bottle of water and chugged the whole thing down immediately. Then I talked to my friends and the places we came. Marika came 3rd, Tha-zin came 4th and I came somewhere between 10th-15th. 

When we had finsihed me and Tha-zin waited and cheered on Jedida and Rozaidah as they finsihed the race. I was so happy and proud of them.  We all bunched up and had ton of talking to do about the race and whose coming first and what not. I was so sad when it was over but I was also happy, because I participated. I was really really TIRED after that I couldn't feel my legs and I still can't.

Moral of the story, their really isn't one but if I  had to make one up. TRY YOUR BEST! like I did in the 2019 Pt England School CROSS COUNTRY!

Starting School

Starting school? It’s not the best feeling, especially for the young ones. New entrance is pretty much the same as kindergarten but in schools with bigger children in them too. That’s why kids should start school at ages 7yrs and up!

Firstly children are quite a handful but as they get older they aren’t as problematic. You also don’t have to worry about them wandering off school grounds or, ending up in places they shouldn’t be. When you are 7yrs and up you start to notice what’s happening around you. What I am trying to say is when your older you more understanding. This example is used not just in schools but in life, have your heard the saying ‘you too young to understand’ well that’s exactly what I am talking about.

Secondly when going to school when your under 7yrs you don’t really learn anything, except for the fact that your in a bigger place with bigger people. But other than that, it’s completely the same as kindergarten. For example, our school has a small sandpit something our Pt England kindergarten has too. A wooden house for little kids to play inside, and the classrooms for new entrance are filled with toys and other fun stuff to play with.

Lastly I when bigger children and smaller children are put into a space where they spend six hour together 5 days a week. There are always injuries when little kids might be sitting down, walking or chasing a friend there's lots of things that can go wrong. A good example of this is when my little sister’s to front teeth we knocked out when a rugby hurtled toward her and hit her teeth it in year one, luckily it was her baby teeth.  I know that it’s just a part of life, but we do want to try and prevent it. 

So in conclusion I think that kids should start school from 7yrs and up. It’s much better that way and less of a hassle. Feel free to do your own research and see what you think!

What Is Purpose Of School???

Why do parents send us too school. Is it cause they don't want us in the house, or do they think going to school is compulsory? Well here are three reasons why parents send their children to school.

Firstly adult think that sending, their children to school will help them socialise. They will think that sending you to school, will help you make friends and close colleagues. For example when being home schooled you academics will raise 18% but you will not be social as you will most likely learn by yourself.

Secondly adults expect you to learn from your mistakes and will most likely think that those mistakes are made at school. They are quite right, at school you will learn to gain and lose friends and you learn to add and subtracts. Learning more about human feelings and about literacy and math.

Thirdly adults think that when your in school you will get more opportunities for your life career. Because schools want you to get a good job and enjoy your life so they, try and get as many oppurtinuties for their students as possible. For example, I have associated with the eels and because of this I have met many people and had lots of oppurtinuty to meet and learn from different places.

So in conclusion I think that school is important and we all need school. However I do think it has it's up and downs. Overall I do enjoy school and think that at some point we should all have a school experience.

Technology affecting Student???

Technology has changed rapidly in the last few years, but how has it affected students everyday lives? Well there are many answers to their questions, to many to count actually. I have come on with 2 good and bad reasons technology changing has affected student lives.

The first pro is the changes made to technology gives students more resources to learn from. When doing research nowadays, students wouldn’t have to look for different books and go to different places like before. This is because, thanks to the internet, your questions are answered with a simple search. For example researching this very topic I went to different sites and asked various questions, each being answered with a single search and click!

The second pro is changing technology helps students as they can at their own pace, and pretty much anytime they like. Many students work at faster and slower paces, this use to be a problem because students can’t find the right material and research sources, but thanks to Technology changing in classrooms that has changed. A fair example of this is when I study at home, my study pace is not typically average, but I have a problem where I like to do many jobs and clubs at school. Doing these things, sometimes affects the amount of time I spend in a classroom doing my work.  Like I said before because of  technology I can do my work at home, the library, at relatives houses and many other places.

So those are the two good reasons, now let’s look at the down side to this. The first con of technology changing  in classrooms is it minimises social interactions. Meaning, that student may talk to each other less as they will be continuously engaged in their devices. This may be a good thing but as  I see, kid not talking in classrooms. Well that’s not normal is it. I can prove this statement as when I am on my chromebook at school I don’t have to urge to tap the shoulder of the person sitting next to me and start a conversation on any topic possible.

The second con is being on a device can be distracting. You always have the thought of what’s the answer to this or I wonder what’s happening over there. It takes a second to click on to another sight or do a search on something that’s not school work. This also may lead to things like scams and other nonsense that can be found online. I can prove this because sometimes even when we are on task a question will be said and I will HAVE TO google it and find the answer. Even if it’s not related to me, just look at my history!

So, in conclusion, both sides of the argument are reasonable. I can’t seem to choose a side, so I guess this leaves it up to you. What do you think? Is technology changing affect students?

What Is A Cell?

This week we learnt about cells. Different type of cells what's inside a cell and what a cell even is. One thing that I found interesting what that it's very similar to the human body and how it all works together on one task. Making things go!

This plays a huge part in our inquiry this term. We are diving deep into learning about cells and organs and all these different types of things. I remember in the begin of term when the teachers when on stage at immersion assemble and sang a sound about cells and nuclues and choromosomes. I didn't have the slightest Idea of what they were talking about. But now I can explain it all in detail!

Perfect Patterns

U.V Sensors

Nervous System

This week we learned about how the Nervous system works. We mainly focused on neurons or nerve cells. We learnt about this through watching 3 very informing videos and so we have linked them in this presentation. Enjoy!

Is Sport More Important than Music?

Sport is not more important than music. People may think that, but everyone has different preferences. Here are 3 good reasons sports and Music are equal.

One of the first and most obvious reasons is because everyone enjoys them. Whether it’s watching listening, playing and making we all enjoy them. Most people like to play and watch sports, and some people enjoy making music and listening to music. A lot of people like to do both, and can’t choose on or another. That’s why they are both important.

The second reason is there are different genres. Are different types of sports, and not all people like them. There are also different kinds of music and not all people like them. This may make people bias to sport instead of music and it work the other way around. But people need to learn that it’s okay to have different tastes, but it’s not okay to think that one is better than the other.

The last reason sports and music are equal is because their educational, in quite similar ways. Music and Sport are both stress relieving tools, they are also used in schools to help students deal with mental stress better. When you listen too music it helps you relax and when your exercise the movement and amount of oxygen going to your brain helps you.

So there are three reasons both sports and music are important. We need them both and we, even if we have different tastes. And of course, your opinion is just as important as mine. Feel free to do your own research and have your own say.

Anacondas Information Web

Task Description: This week we made another information web. This time we based it on Anaconda Snakes instead of Mammals. We talked about the sizes their habitat and what they eat, after reading some text. Our walt is to connect from different texts so we of course had 2-3 different sources of info.

Zoos Should Be Banned!

All zoos should be banned! Caging animals for the rest of their life, not allowing them to frolic freely in their natural habitat, what do you think it does to their health. That’s a disgrace! Here are three reasons Zoos should be banned.

Firstly, many Zoos are financially struggling. This may affect the quality of care animals get, which could lead to animal cruelty and even death of some animals.  A good example of this is the woodland park zoo, one of the best Zoos in Seattle U.S.A. Their expenses for 2015 was roughly 2 million. It was nowhere near there income and they would’ve had to cut down costs as much as possible.

Running things on a program isn’t good either. It’s come to my attention that zoos have breeding program, is another reason to add to why zoos should be banned. Animals shouldn’t be told when and when not to reproduce. It may harm the animals, the survival of their young may not be guaranteed either. Because of breeding programs only 30% of the giant panda’s young survive. This affects the population hugely!

Lastly if the animals were to be set free, they wouldn’t do well. Their lives would’ve become very similar to humans, as when they were in the zoo they got everything done for them. Meaning if they get released into their natural habitat again they may not be able to survive. For example at our school we are keeping endangered endemic eels, but we are teaching them to try and hunt for their own food and protect themselves. This will be helpful for them, when we release them back into the wild.

So in conclusion this is why zoos should be banned. Today I have given you three good reasons but there are many more. Feel free to do your own research, and of course what you think is up to you.

Anacondas

Measurment Recap

What is Blood