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NAU MAI, HAERE MAI - WELCOME TO ABS BOROUGH & ABS LAGMHOR

Be Brave, Be Strong, Be Borough

Tena koutou, Talofa Lava, Mālō e lelei, Mālō ni, Kia Orana, Kumusta, Salam, Namaste, Halo, Namaskāra, Āyubōwan, Helo, Xin chào and Greetings to you all.

I am delighted to present myself as your Principal and Tumuaki of Ashburton Borough School, including the Lagmhor site.

started here at the beginning of 2025 and have taken my time to get to know parents, students and staff and to reacquaint myself with the community. I began my teaching career here at Ashburton Borough in the late 80’s so much of the environment feels familiar and comfortable to me.

A lot has changed in that time and I am excited to be part of a very diverse and inclusive community. Students at Ashburton Borough are accepted for who they are and yet are encouraged to be the best they can be by living our school values: Be Brave, Be Strong, Be Borough.

I am impressed by the dedication and commitment of staff to provide learning experiences that excite and challenge students but also how they strive to build respectful positive relationships with them and their whānau.

We are a family/whānau based school, where we care and look after each other. My big dream is to make Ashburton Borough School, including our Lagmhor site, the best place to be.

I look forward to sharing our special place with you. Please feel free to contact me or ask any questions at principal@ashborough.school.nz .

Dianne Prendergast

Latest Notices

Mon 15

Manuka - Week 9

15 Jun 2026

Kia Ora,

All the year 4 - 6 students will be swimming each day at the E.A Networks this week. Please ensure they have their swimming gear packed.

It was wonderful to see so many of tamariki from Manuka at the Disco on Friday!

Pasifika Fono- Thursday 25th; 3pm-5pm in the Staffroom. Details here: https://hail.to/ashburton-borough-schools/publication/WTTcAMf/article/ZA59xz3

Middle School Assembly: We have an assembly on Thursday 25th June at 2pm in the Big Space and it will be organised by Whārangi.

Don't forget the sausage sizzle on Friday- orders in by tomorrow.

Have a great week,

Jason

Mon 15

Year 4 - 6 Swimming

15 Jun 2026

Swimming Week 9:

Dates: 15 - 19th June. All Yr 4 - 6 students from the township site

Can you please ensure that your child has their togs and towel packed. Groups will begin departing ABS from 12.35pm after having an early lunch. All swimming groups will be back at school at the end of the day for buses and whanau.

Please note: If your child is not swimming, then can you let your teacher know through email or note.

Kind regards,

Middle School Team

Mon 15

Rātā Week 9

15 Jun 2026

Kia Ora everyone,

Pasifika Fono /Whanau Hui:

Whānau Hui - Today from 3pm to 5pm in the Staffroom. Details here: https://hail.to/ashburton-borough-schools/publication/aGRePru/article/X3VsiDA

Pasifika Fono - Thursday 25th; 3pm-5pm in the Staffroom. Details here: https://hail.to/ashburton-borough-schools/publication/WTTcAMf/article/ZA59xz3

Sausage Sizzle - This continues until Week 11. Spare forms are available at the office. Please order by the Tuesday of each week.

Junior Assembly - We will be hosting the next Junior Assembly on Tuesday 23rd June at 2.30pm. Everyone is welcome.

Have a great week,

Eirinn

eirinn.maclean@ashborough.school.nz

Upcoming dates:

23rd June - Junior Assembly
3rd July - Last day of Term 2.

Mon 15

Rimu - Week 9

15 Jun 2026

Morena,

Pasifika Fono /Whanau Hui:

Whānau Hui- today from 3pm to 5pm in the Staffroom. Details here: https://hail.to/ashburton-borough-schools/publication/aGRePru/article/X3VsiDA

Pasifika Fono- Thursday 25th; 3pm-5pm in the Staffroom. Details here: https://hail.to/ashburton-borough-schools/publication/WTTcAMf/article/ZA59xz3

Sausage Sizzle - This continues until Week 11. Spare forms are available at the office. Please order by the Tuesday of each week.

Lunches - Please do not send lollies, chocolate etc to school with children. It is great to see lots of alternate delicious options in lunch boxes.

Junior Assembly - Rata will be hosting Junior Assembly on Tuesday 23 June at 2.30pm. Everyone is welcome to come and share in our learning.

Rimu Reporters / News Days:

Week 9 - What’s your favourite thing to do in the summer

Week 10 - What’s your favourite thing to do in the winter?

Week 11 - Mystery Eggs/Clues

If you have any questions or concerns, please make contact via email rebekah.clement@ashborough.school.nz

Ngā mihi,
Rebekah

Mon 15

Mataī T2 W6

15 Jun 2026

Kia ora,

In Maths this week, we are continuing our focus on measurement and multiplication.

In Literacy, we are learning about information reports and exploring topics chosen by the tamariki, including pain tolerance and phobias. This week, we will also be preparing for our Science investigations.

Please continue to support your child at home by encouraging them to read for enjoyment. Short novels or books that interest them are perfect. We also encourage students to practise and chant their times tables regularly.

Key Dates Coming Up
Monday 1 June – King’s Birthday (School Closed)
Tuesday 2 June – Staff Only Day

Ngā mihi,

Gemma McDonald