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I warmly welcome you to St Gerard's school in Alexandra, Central Otago.
St Gerard's is a state integrated school for girls and boys up to Year 8 offering an education with special Catholic Character. The special Catholic Character of our school follows the education philosophy of Catherine McAuley as gifted to us by the Sisters of Mercy.
As a school community we are committed to educating our students through our vision of Love (aroha ai), Learn (ako ai) and Grow (tipu ai).
Our greatest asset is our people - He waka eke noa - a canoe which we are all in together - no exception.
Julie Flannery
Principal
19 May 2026
28 May 2026
Swimming Sports 2026
Due to growing numbers at school, we have decided to trial something slightly different this year for our school swimming sports. We hope this will make things more enjoyable for everyone and eliminate a lot of sitting around and overcrowded poolsides. These changes have been made after a lot of discussion and consideration and we hope it will be a better experience for all students and spectators.
The main swimming sports (in the lane pool) will begin at 1 pm. We will not be stopping to watch the junior swimming sports. Any timekeepers who are wanting to watch the juniors swimming will be able to do so.
Any Yr 4-8 children who are not confident in the lane pool will have a chance to swim their races in the therapeutic pool around 12.45 pm. They will then be able to change and watch the main swimming sports.
The junior swimming sports will be split into boys and girls. This means there will be smaller breaks between races to prevent children getting cold. Once they have finished racing they will get changed and have the option to watch the senior swimming sports.
We are still looking for more time keepers, so if you’re available please let Jo know - jopassmore@stgerards.school.nz
Can you please check names on any black sport hoodies you may have at home. There have been a few that have vanished despite being named so we are assuming they may have gone home in the wrong bags. This is frustrating for parents that have recently purchased these, named them and within a week or two they have gone. Appreciate your help with this.
Kia ora Oteake families,
*Our Term 1 Art pieces will come home this week. This is a celebration of your child’s growing skill development and creativity. It’s hard to share this work with you on a school report. Please celebrate it together at home.
*We are looking forward to visiting the NZQA Top Art Exhibition currently on show at Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery after the library visit on Wednesday.
Kind regards, Anne
0276782554 anneearland@stgerards.school.nz
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