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Welcome to Te Kura o Pūriri | Pūriri School
PRINCIPAL | TUMUAKI: Lydia Lester
Teaching Year 1 - 8, Monday - Wednesday
Tēnā Koutou e te whānau,
Let me introduce myself, my name is Lydia Lester and I feel very privileged to be Principal of this beautiful wee School in the heart of Pūriri Valley.
I moved into the Pūriri community seven years ago, building a home and a life here with my whānau. My three boys have all attended Pūriri School and have enjoyed the possibilities brought about by attending a small country school.
I am passionate about education and serving in my community. I love teaching, I love learning and I get excited about the opportunities presented in leading Pūriri School. Here we strive to make learning meaningful, to motivate kids with high expectations of growth, and to have fun along the way.
When I am not at school you might see me on the football field, down at the Pūriri Fire Station or swimming with the whānau down at the awa on a hot summer's day. I love a good tramp through the bush, sit through a musical or a fun and competitive game of cards.
Feel free to pop into the office and find out more about our great Kura,
Ngā mihi nui,
Lydia Lester
PRINCIPAL | TUMUAKI: Lydia Lester
Teaching Year 1 - 8, Monday - Wednesday
Tēnā Koutou e te whānau,
Let me introduce myself, my name is Lydia Lester and I feel very privileged to be Principal of this beautiful wee School in the heart of Pūriri Valley.
I moved into the Pūriri community seven years ago, building a home and a life here with my whānau. My three boys have all attended Pūriri School and have enjoyed the possibilities brought about by attending a small country school.
I am passionate about education and serving in my community. I love teaching, I love learning and I get excited about the opportunities presented in leading Pūriri School. Here we strive to make learning meaningful, to motivate kids with high expectations of growth, and to have fun along the way.
When I am not at school you might see me on the football field, down at the Pūriri Fire Station or swimming with the whānau down at the awa on a hot summer's day. I love a good tramp through the bush, sit through a musical or a fun and competitive game of cards.
Feel free to pop into the office and find out more about our great Kura,
Ngā mihi nui,
Lydia Lester
TEACHER | KAIAKO: Libby Edlin
Teaching Year 1 - 8, Thursday - Friday
Kia ora I am Libby Edlin one of the kaiako of te kura o Puriri.
My husband and I have been a part of the Puriri community and school for 2 years, along with our two sons who also attend Pūriri school.
I enjoy the outdoors and exploring New Zealand with my family andI love to create through crochet, knitting and paper crafts in my spare time.
I believe in the importance of children having fun while learning, exploring their own curiosities and sharing their knowledge with others in a range of ways.
I am learning more about digital technology and how we can purposefully use this within our classroom environment.
Teaching Year 1 - 8, Thursday - Friday
Kia ora I am Libby Edlin one of the kaiako of te kura o Puriri.
My husband and I have been a part of the Puriri community and school for 2 years, along with our two sons who also attend Pūriri school.
I enjoy the outdoors and exploring New Zealand with my family andI love to create through crochet, knitting and paper crafts in my spare time.
I believe in the importance of children having fun while learning, exploring their own curiosities and sharing their knowledge with others in a range of ways.
I am learning more about digital technology and how we can purposefully use this within our classroom environment.
TEACHER AIDE: MARY POPPING
WORKING WITH STUDENTS ACROSS THE SCHOOL
Kia ora I am Mary Popping and I am the teacher aide here at Pūriri.
My husband Michael and I have been a part of the Pūriri community for almost seven years, having moved here with our daughter, her husband and their three strapping boys. We absolutely delight in the family community living that we share.
My biggest love is family and my cup is full when all five of our children and our nine grandchildren are together.
My first experience working at a school was at Hamilton Fraser High School in the Hauora Centre. My role was ‘Chaplain’ and was extremely varied. I found myself working as a reader/ writer, sitting with anxious students in class as a safe person, helping resolve conflict and being available to listen and care where needed. So, when I was asked if I was interested in being a teacher aide at Pūriri, I jumped at the opportunity and have had no regrets.
I love and see potential in all children and count it a real privilege to be here at Te Kura O Pūriri.
I look forward to connecting with more of the community throughout the year.