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Author Avril McDonald visits Waikanae School:
The Feel Brave stories form an important part of our teaching, delivering powerful messages and simple strategies for children to understand emotions.
We're thrilled that every primary school in Aotearoa will be given the latest book thanks to funding from the Wright Family Foundation and the support of Life Education Trust and Save the Children New Zealand.
Called The Wolf and the Hocus Pocus, this book aims to empower tamariki to use their brave voices, encouraging them to speak out and find help if they experience abuse. These Waikanae students were captivated at a special reading by author Avril McDonald.
Find out more: www.lifeeducation.org.nz/empowering_gift
Kāpiti Christmas Parade!
That was awesome! We had such a good time at the Kāpiti Christmas Parade! So nice to see everyone!
ENORMOUS thanks to Goodman Contractors for giving Harold some festive wheels, and a great driver too!
Shout-out to our volunteers on the day - local legends!
A very merry Christmas to all!
See you in 2025!
Horowhenua Christmas Parade!
We had such a good time at the Horowhenua Christmas Parade! So great to see everyone!
MASSIVE thanks to Emmerson Transport Limited for giving Harold some festive wheels, and an awesome driver too!
Shout-out to our volunteers on the day - local legends!
A very merry Christmas to all!
See you in 2025!
Christmas at PAK’nSAVE Kāpiti!
Harold was delighted to attend PAK’nSAVE Kāpiti’s Christmas Club Event!
Thank you Kapiti Pak 'n Save for you ongoing support of Life Education Kāpiti Horowhenua! You’re awesome!
Have a very, merry Christmas!
Thank you Goodmans and Emmersons!
A HUGE thank you to Goodman Contractors and Emmerson Transport Limited for their ongoing support of Life Education Kāpiti Horowhenua!
Without your deliveries of Harold's Mobile Classroom, we couldn't do what we do! You're awesome!
Please enjoy the Christmas Hampers and have a very, merry Christmas!
2025 Christmas Parades!
Harold will parade in not one, but two Christmas parades this year!
First, the Levin Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 7th!
Second, the Kāpiti Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 8th!
For all details, follow these links:
https://www.horowhenua.govt.nz/.../Horowhenua-Christmas...
https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/.../christmas-on-the-coast/
Ho ho hope to see you there!
Harold’s Mailbox:
Harold’s Mailbox has proven to be a big hit his year, with multiple students at every school sharing artworks, letters, questions about the learning, or anything they'd like for Harold to read! Harold has enjoyed writing back too!
Return to Levin School:
Harold LOVED his return to Levin School! A HUGE thank you to Principal Paulianne, Deputy Principal Angela, all teachers and of course all of the incredible tamariki for your joyful hellos!
Harold even spotted some amazing posters of him and Jonny! So cool!
Levin School, we think you're awesome!
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
Harold will parade in not one, but two Christmas parades this year!
First, the Levin Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 7th, 2025!
Second, the Kāpiti Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 8th, 2025!
For all details, follow these links:
https://www.horowhenua.govt.nz/.../Horowhenua-Christmas...
https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/.../christmas-on-the-coast/
Ho ho hope to see you there!
Kāpiti Schools Kapa Haka Festival - News Article:
Jonny was quoted in this article sharing his thoughts on the awesomeness of the 30th Tākiri o te Ata festival! Check it out!
#KāpitiKapaHakaRepresent!
Kāpiti Schools Kapa Haka Festival:
Jonny loved his day at the Kāpiti primary/intermediate interschools kapa haka festival! Waikanae School did an awesome job of hosting, and EVERY school brought huge awata to EVERY performance!
What a way to celebrate this great region! What a way to come together! Waiho i te toipoto, kaua i te toiroa!
St. Mary’s School:
Always a beautiful time at St Mary's School, Foxton - Hato Maria o Te Awahou. Harold and Jonny just loved it!
Setup for Healthy Eating/
Physical Wellbeing.
Jonny is setting up to discuss healthy eating and physical wellbeing at
St. Peter Chanel School. He and Harold love it here!
Lower North Island Educators’ Seminar:
Once a year, Life Ed Educators from across the country get together for a two-day seminar designed to up-skill all who attend. This practical PD seminar is led by Regional Facilitators, including the Lower North Island’s Jonny Thompson.
Jonny was in charge of bringing several Educators together - from Taranaki to Hawke’s Bay; Wairarapa to Wellington, and oversaw their collective efforts to share experience and best-practice.
Gathered in Upper Hutt, the Lower North group utilised the Hutt Valley’s mobile classroom for a high-spirited, learning-rich event, with all Educators walking away with fresh ideas for the mahi ahead.
Shannon School:
Thanks Shannon School Te Kura o Hanana for another terrific visit! We can't wait to do it all again!
Ōpiki School:
Harold once again had an amazing time at Ōpiki School! Thank you to the awesome students and teachers! Mā te wā!
Tokomaru School:
Harold LOVED his return to Tokomaru School! Thanks for another awesome visit!
Foxton Beach School:
Harold had a great time delivering mail to the awesome students of Foxton Beach School. Thanks for a great visit!
Manakau School:
Manakau School, you rock! Harold and Jonny were thrilled to be back at your mighty kura! Stay awesome!
Our Lady of Kāpiti School:
Harold LOVED his time at Our Lady of Kāpiti School! Big aroha to all at your awesome school!
Jonny is presented with the 2023 Life Education Ākina Tohu (Award):
Our Educator, Jonny Thompson, was recognised for his ongoing efforts, and seized the opportunity to thank MC Karen O'Leary!
Sue receives a Distinguished Service Award:
A big night for Life Education Kāpiti/Horowhenua at the 2024 Life Education Trust National Conference! Our Treasurer, Sue Whittleston, received a Distinguished Service Award! Well done Sue!
Coley Street School:
Nice one Coley Street School, Foxton! Jonny and Harold loved their return to your awesome kura!
Until next time!
Two Raw Sisters:
Jonny and Harold had the awesome opportunity to hang out with the
Two Raw Sisters today! Much learning and inspiration from their student workshops in Kāpiti!
Kapakapanui School:
Kapakapanui School! You're amazing! Harold loved reading your mail - what inspiring artistry!
See you again soon!
Paraparaumu School:
Thanks so much for having us Paraparaumu School - and thanks HEAPS for all your amazing 'Harold Mail'! See you again soon!
Pink Shirt Day:
Kōrero Mai. Kōreru Atu. Mauri Tū Mauri Ora.
Speak Up. Stand Together. Stop Bullying.
Anti-Bullying Week and
Pink Shirt Day Video:
Harold and Jonny made a video for Anti-Bullying Week (13th - 17th May) and Pink Shirt Day (Friday, 17th May). Check it out below:
Paraparaumu Beach School:
Harold loved attending Paraparaumu Beach School's 'Fancy Feet Parade'! And what a school! Thanks for having us!
Life Ed represent!
Jonny’s loving the opportunity to talk to School Leaders at the Wellington Regional Primary Principals' Association Conference! Come say hi!
Kia ora School Leaders!
Harold and Jonny can't wait to say hello at the Wellington Regional Primary Principals' Association Conference tomorrow!
If Life Education hasn't had the chance to spend time with the tamariki of your school, tomorrow's a great opportunity to ask any/all questions! And of course, if Life Ed is a part of your local curriculum, questions are still encouraged!
Until then!
Te Kura-ā-Iwi o Whakatupuranga Rua Mano:
Ngā mihi Te Kura-ā-Iwi o Whakatupuranga Rua Mano!
Harold loves his new kete! Both he and Jonny loved their time with your incredible kaiako and tamariki! Mā te wā!
Great Day for Golf!
Annual Fundraiser 2024!
The Man, the Myth, the Malcolm!
Thanks Malcom Leeming for organising a stunning fundraiser!
Awesome Prizes!
Annual Fundraiser 2024!
#ParaparaumuBeachGolfCourse
Annual Golf Fundraiser 2024!
A HUGE thank you to all individuals and organisations for donating these incredible prizes!
Kenakena School:
Always a blast at Kenakena School! Thanks for having us!
Harold and Jonny love reading your mail!
Here's some mail from their travels last year - just the boost they need to begin again in 2024! See you soon!
Jonny receives the 2023 Life Education Ākina Tohu (Award):
The Life Education annual educator conference is a time to celebrate the important work our educators do across the country. Each year, Tohu (awards) are presented to recognise outstanding efforts.
A big congratulations to our Educator, Jonny Thompson, for taking home the 2023 Ākina Tohu (Award), representing innovative thinking in the face of new challenges.
Ho ho oh no!
The Shannon Christmas Parade 2023 is cancelled.
Talk up your brand.
This Christmas, try 12 Acts of Kindness!
There's a downloadable resource in the video description, or click HERE.
"In a world where you can be anything, be kind."
Harold had a blast at the Kāpiti Christmas Parade!
Lovely to see so many braving the rain. Meri Kirihimete one and all!
Here's to all the schools Harold and Jonny visited in 2023!
What a year!
A HUGE thank you to Goodmans and Emmersons!
Goodmans Contracting and Emmerson Transport delivered our mobile classroom throughout the year to so many schools!
2023 has proven to be a very busy year indeed - we couldn't do it without you!
Enjoy your well-deserved Christmas hampers!
Inspiring Positivity!
Everywhere we go!
Shirley receives a Distinguished Service Award:
Our big night at the 2023 Life Education Trust National Conference continues! Our Chairperson, Shirley Sowry, received a Distinguished Service Award! Nice one Shirley!
Malcolm receives Life Membership:
A big night for Life Education Kāpiti/Horowhenua at the 2023 Life Education Trust National Conference! Our Sponsorship and Fundraising Coordinator, Malcolm Leeming, was recognised for decades of service, becoming a Life Member of Life Education.
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