Summer Festival of Movement

That’s a Wrap!

Ahoy, me hearties, it lights up, music on, let's get our boogie on. Two performances of the Summer festival of Movement. These performances celebrate and share the talents of the students from Wairakei Primary School.

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It was a double whammy finale with Rooms 9 and 11 performing moves to show how we all enjoy a typical Kiwi Summer.

Fourteen classes and 380 students involved and two sold-out shows are definitely a reason to celebrate. The youngest 5-year-old celebrated love, hearts and POWER. Year 6 students had dance battles, defining summer memories, and our wonderful MC’s. Everyone gave it their all. The audience saw bright clothes, strong beats, and some super moves.

Room 12 pirates were the cutest wee pirates you ever did see.
Room 13 celebrated the spirit of Aotearoa. By using an amazing playlist showcasing swimming, catching up with friends and whānau, and sharing kai.
Room 12 pirates were the cutest wee pirates you ever did see.
Room 13 celebrated the spirit of Aotearoa. By using an amazing playlist showcasing swimming, catching up with friends and whānau, and sharing kai.
Room 14 rocked on to We Will Rock You. These students loved a strong rock beat and celebrated by singing and dancing showing their flair.
Room 15 were feeling mellow with Can’t Stop The Feeling and got their rap on to Sunshine is Yellow.
Room 14 rocked on to We Will Rock You. These students loved a strong rock beat and celebrated by singing and dancing showing their flair.
Room 15 were feeling mellow with Can’t Stop The Feeling and got their rap on to Sunshine is Yellow.
Room 16 felt the love with Red is Love, Red is Power, where they celebrated love, hearts, and power.
Haaa Ya! Room 5 performed an energetic Martial Arts Medley. Their little ninjas showed their awesome moves.
Room 16 felt the love with Red is Love, Red is Power, where they celebrated love, hearts, and power.
Haaa Ya! Room 5 performed an energetic Martial Arts Medley. Their little ninjas showed their awesome moves.
It was a day out at the beach for Room 1, who were feeling “Good Vibrations” and having fun with beachy games. They used a bit of drama, and a shark, some sunbathing, and boogying to celebrate the summertime.
Room 2 shantied away to a remix of the Wellerman song. They explored the seven seas to see what adventures they would stumble across along the way.
It was a day out at the beach for Room 1, who were feeling “Good Vibrations” and having fun with beachy games. They used a bit of drama, and a shark, some sunbathing, and boogying to celebrate the summertime.
Room 2 shantied away to a remix of the Wellerman song. They explored the seven seas to see what adventures they would stumble across along the way.
It was a sporting celebration with Room 3, rocking out to Waka Waka. They enjoyed a celebration of sports, fun, and movement.
Namaste - Relax and breathe; take time to slow down and focus. Room 4 took some deep breaths and got into a rhythm with their bodies, stretching, relaxing yoga moves.
It was a sporting celebration with Room 3, rocking out to Waka Waka. They enjoyed a celebration of sports, fun, and movement.
Namaste - Relax and breathe; take time to slow down and focus. Room 4 took some deep breaths and got into a rhythm with their bodies, stretching, relaxing yoga moves.
We enjoyed an 80s NZ classic with Room 8, having a great time with Poi E. Break dancing, poi, jazz, and impressive moves were on display.
We saw nature walks, swimming, backyard cricket, ice creams, bbq’s and family time.
We enjoyed an 80s NZ classic with Room 8, having a great time with Poi E. Break dancing, poi, jazz, and impressive moves were on display.
We saw nature walks, swimming, backyard cricket, ice creams, bbq’s and family time.

Performances were outstanding, and the audience was encouraging and vocal. The comments from the two packed-out shows were positive. Our parents said how they enjoyed seeing all the students participating.

How great it was that it wasn’t too expensive, especially this close to Christmas. That it ran and how awesome it was to see their children and their classmates having fun. The enjoyment of our audiences was plain to see.

The shows flowed.  It was fantastic for students to see their hard work appreciated.

A Livestream was added for accessibility for audience members from all over the country and a few abroad as well.

I was nervous that the audience wouldn’t like our dance, so I did my best.

My tummy was full of butterflies, but I faced my fears, and I am proud of myself.

It was great that everyone participated and put on a great show.

I liked Room 8 ‘s performance because they danced like experts. I thought the red and black and white looked good, and the song sounded loud.

I enjoyed Room 3’s sporty song about South Africa. It made me feel surprised, and I enjoyed it. I liked how some kids' shirts were glowing on stage. The colours were very bright.


jC WPS2023 Ross

Carla Ross

I am passionate about our students, teaching and learning, particularly in the areas of literacy, digital technology, physical education, and the Arts. I believe that forming positive relationships with students and whānau are at the heart of success for everyone.

I enjoy Wairakei Primary School for the whānaungatanga and maanaakitanga where close connections between staff, students, and the wider Wairakei community are fostered and enjoyed.

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