Matthew @ Pt England

Think before you post (inform)

2012-02-14T10:31:00.002+13:00

Too often these days kids about the ages between 12-18 are posting stupid things online about other people or themselves. Do you ever think about the ramifications? What might happen to you ?. So I urge you to think about what your going to post and where exactly you are posting it.

If you posted something disrespectful about someone imagine how hurt they will feel. You need to remember to put yourself in their shoes , think how they would feel if you told all of your friend's on Facebook. So just remember to always think how other would feel if they saw that.

I encourage you to only do the appropriate things online, because later on in life it could come back to bite you. But If you were to apply for a job, future apployers would like to see good history on your name, and not the other. Remember think before you post.

So be really cautious and always think about the consequences, and what might happen.

Upset....Show not tell senteces

2012-02-14T10:28:00.000+13:00

As she blinked several times, tears began to roll down the side of her face, with the mascara staining her tears black.. She covered her eyes so no one can see her cry like a baby.

The reason why you have to be Cyber smart.

2012-02-10T10:44:00.002+13:00

Disgusted, Frustrated, Embarrassed, Heart Pounding, Confused,

With no care, Chewbacca flippantly posted the image online. Not aware of the dangers about posting your image. Chewbacca thought she had everything under control cause she had her account on private and it was only available to her friends.Yet anybody can take it, and use it.

Walking through the corridors, unaware that everyone had seen the picture.Chewbacca was stared and glanced at, she instantly took the next opportunity on the class computer, to erase the photo forever. But to no avail the very next day the photo was back again.”Oh No if my parents or my GRANDPARENTS see this I don’t think they’ll be all that happy with me” whispered Chewbacca to herself unhappily.

The Beach is cold. Show not tell.

2012-02-08T10:15:00.002+13:00

The furious breeze blew againts my face, as my teeth were chatering.While I was stroling down the hard damp sand."brrrr" I shivered In the breeze.I started to grow goosebumps and my lips faded to purple.

To Be Continued....

Picture URL:http://s0.geograph.org.uk/geophotos/01/11/78/1117800_639230af.jpg

I Am....

2012-02-07T10:16:00.004+13:00

In class this week, we have been writing poem's about what we are and what we like.

-I am a Drawer

More into sketching

-I am a Softball Player

Smacking the ball out field

-I am a Rugby player

Flanking the opposition

-I am 12 years of age

1 more year till college

-I am Left Handed

Easier to write

-I am a Joke Lover

Mainly Knock-knock's

-I am a Nephew

Of heaps of aunt's and uncles

My school career

2012-02-03T13:11:00.003+13:00

Through out the past few days, I havent been giving my all in class and been getting in trouble quite a lot.But now I have noticed that I need to give my all and try super hard.Firstly I need to pick up on my attitude.I need to show all my potential in class and home.

I also need to pick up on my grades as I have fallen quite a bit, especially on my writing.Because I dont use much description and interesting words as usual.

My Plan for Year 8

2011-12-12T10:30:00.001+13:00

My plan for year 8 is to be a prefect, by being more responsible, taking charge, chosing better actions.Showing respect for others.Applying to teachers rules, helping out the teachers more.Be a better role-model for the little kids.

Im Wondering

2011-12-01T10:24:00.002+13:00

Im wondering if there are any alien life forms on our planet. Enjoy :)

Gravitational pull

2011-11-04T14:46:00.002+13:00

Every time you jump, you experience gravity. It pulls you back down to the ground. Without gravity, you'd float off into the atmosphere -- along with all of the other matter on Earth.

Gravity is a force, and its job/work is to pull an object to the ground.

My holiday

2011-11-04T14:43:00.001+13:00

“Sponge-Bob Sqaurepants, Sponge-Bob Squarepants” The theme song went, as I sat relaxed in the lounge.Then my mum approaches me with an idea.I new it was going to be a good idea, by the look in her eye.It was an intense look, like she wanted to turn super saiyen

So she explained.We were going to Rainbow’s End for an adventure quest, with the family.Then I said to my self “A Quest?” that sounds strange.Mum called our cousins, and arranged the event.

We all gathered in our vehicles and set off to Rainbow’s End.The family entered the gate, and prepared to get ready.My mum explained the rules and how it works.It was sort of like the Amazing Race.Ive been on all the rides more than 3 times before so I reckoned, I had a slight chance, of getting ahead of others.

We head off to the starting pitch A.K.A the entrance.READY,SET, alot of tension was building up inside us, for who’s going to get to their ride first.GO.I set off like Flash the Marvel hero.Almost tripping up, I arrived at my first ride the Pirate ship,lucky it wasn't far from the start. Nearly smashing into the rope.I quickly boarded the ship ready for action.Then it started, it had a slow start but I knew it had to take time for it to kick in, then, Woosh,Woosh we flung in the air, as it pushes against my face.A bug flew in my mouth, it was disgusting.Finally it ended, I aborted the ship, as the butterflies in my stomach were still flying around.I was handed the ticket for the next ride, I opened it anxiously waiting to see what was next.

“Noooo” my cousin cried.Our next ride was The FearFall, He had always been scared of this specific ride, but I thought it was cool because I like it when butterflies, just race in my stomach.We set off to our next destination, spotting our my cousin’s (another team) still finishing their first ride.I said to my self “yess we must be in first place” We quickly hopped on to the Fearfall. Slowly raising to the top of the 18 story high structure, when my cousin was about to wee his pants and I was almost about to laugh.
Then all of a sudden, “Whoom” all the weight in my stomach, just felt like it flew to my eyeballs.The seats just fell to the ground, in a flash.My cousin (partner for quest) was screaming his lungs out.The auto-mated braking system slowed us down.

A few rides went by, and I was handed the final ticket,It was the finish I had to run to the last pit stop.I see some of my cousins running. “oh no” I said to my self. “c’mon cuz lets go”
Noooooooooo, it was a tie, between my team and my uncles team.

But at the end of the day, we all had fun.We had a huge lunch, and went off to enjoy the rides.

My MI (Multiple Intelligence) Test

2011-11-03T14:34:00.003+13:00

Kia Orana, Here is my Multiple Intelligence results, we did in class.As you can see I'm mostly people smart, and body smart.I do like to keep clean, and keep fit.I'm a bit self smart, music smart and picture smart.You can have a look at my picture a see it your self.

A day full of fun

2011-10-04T10:20:00.000+13:00

On Tuesday the teachers decided that the year 7 and 8’s were going to have day full of fun, laughter and joy.So our education instructors set up 4 exciting games and competitions.

Mrs Nua told us to fill up 4 buckets of water.I was desperate to know what was going on.Finally Mrs Nua explained to us what was going on.We had to try fill the sponge with as much water as we can, and put the sponge under our legs and around our waist’s.For our team the game didn’t really go as planned.

But I did like getting wet,thats were I had fun.Also liked laughing at Kalim because his hair was all soaked.It was alot of fun hopefully we get to do this again sometime.

My Brother Tomas

2011-09-26T12:18:00.004+13:00

My brother Tomas is 16 years of age.He has a scruffy hair style,tan skin color.He is very tall,nearly as tall as my dad and has dark brown eyes,with rough skin.He studies at Tamaki College,with my other older brother Steven who is 13.Tomas was born in Auckland,but also raised in Wellington as well.

My brother loves to play basketball,he tries to leave to the Tamaki Recreation Centre when ever he has the chance.He likes to help around the house alot.I like it when he is generous because he gives me alot of things.When ever baby’s and toddler come to visit he would always love to hold them and make them laugh.

Sometimes I like his personality,because he likes running around.But I don’t like it when he bully’s me,when I’m annoying.He was always the one to make the house laugh with his funny jokes.When he was around 9 he would love to travel down to Wellington.

Together we like fighting and playing video games.But the thing I dont like when where fighting or playing video games,is when I lose.

Mihi

2011-09-23T10:12:00.002+12:00

Kia Ora,there has been a set task in our class.The task was to post a Mihi on our blogs.So heres mine.Enjoy

Maths Whizz

2011-09-22T17:17:00.002+12:00

Kia ora,this is where i am in Maths Whizz.I have improved alot.

My Favorites Poem

2011-09-22T10:16:00.003+12:00

I love my house,the garden,with blossom's as like it was spring with much more to offer.

The sun beams down on me,as I smiled with joy,I wish it was showering so I could have much more fun.
I love my Mother like we love Jesus for saving our lives.
As the red glows in the sun
I like how the KFC’s tenderness in the chicken tickles my taste buds

I like Lime and Fanta like it just came from Santa but the one I like the most is the fizzy Coke-cola
I love how the sound of pouring rain hits the gutter.
I love the smell of the bright red roses
I like sport because it test’s my skills.
I love my mother, like we love Jesus for saving our lives
I like lollies like Cruz loves Cookies

Ireland Flag

2011-09-22T09:47:00.002+12:00

The meaning to the Ireland flag has the three tricolours of Ireland.The goverment has decided and stated that the green represents the gaelic (Irish traditions).The orange represents the followers of William the Orange and the white represents peace and/or truce between each other.

Our Place,Our Team

2011-09-16T14:16:00.004+12:00

This is a Presentation that me and my friends made during class,for a project.The slide i created is the slide about the SkyTower.So please enjoy!!!

Typing Test

2011-08-15T15:41:00.001+12:00

56 words

free online typing test

Statistics

2011-08-11T13:07:00.000+12:00

Level 3
WALT:
.Assign probabilities to simple events using

The History Of War Planes

2011-07-11T14:07:00.004+12:00

To learn about 3 different planes visit the site and enjoy http://player.vimeo.com/video/26142224Thankyou :D

The PlayStation

2011-06-23T10:41:00.000+12:00

PS2 as most people know didn’t start out from PS2 they go back to the year 2000 when PS1 where in style the PS1 was invented by a computer company named Sony this company has also created many more things. Now a days we have a PSP and PS3.

These are making things even better with better games,graphics and better everything you can go online to play people world wide and able to go on to the Internet. The first incarnation was made in 1991,basically a concept. But in 1993 the play-station as it was known was worked on. It was launched in Japan on December 3, 1994. It launched in North America September 9, 1995 and in Europe on September 29, 1995.

Also the play-station was invented for entertainment and that’s how they got the name play-station.This is a picture of the first play-station that Ken kutaragi a man who worked with Sony has invented . PlayStation. The first game that was invented was Alexi lalas International Soccer.Which was created by Alexi Lalas who worked with a company named Sony.

I reckon it has changed allot of life’s by the excitement I've gained since 2002 in New Zealand.THE END :)

Tessellation

2011-06-23T10:20:00.001+12:00

This is my Tessellation I made during class

Netball With Emma

2011-06-23T10:09:00.000+12:00

“Yay” I said to myself. We were learning to play netball. I like this game because it is similar to Basketball but besides the bouncing and stealing the ball. I have many more interests in this game but that is the most important one. The skills I learnt in this game were to play, shoot, defend and pass. Some passes that I learnt were Overhead passes, Chest passes and Bounce passes and I learnt some drills including the Grape vine, Bum kicks and High knees.

I enjoyed this game very much besides not being able to play basketball. It gave me quite the kick. I imagined it would be boring but it turned out to be fun. I had heaps and heaps of laughs out of it and I really would like to play this game again. If Emma came back I would be more interested in playing. I will pay full attention towards the teacher and I won’t talk to my friends.

Finally it was the final game session. This was our time to shine we all had to show Emma what we had learnt. As we heard the piercing tone of the whistle “Over Here” “I’m open” “Over here” “Yaaaaaaaaaaaay” we shouted as Marven shot the goal and got it. It was quite a challenge but as long as we work as a team we will be great. THE END

My creative Name

2011-06-23T10:03:00.001+12:00

Hi this is my name that I made at Graffiti Creator :)

My Goal!!

2011-06-21T14:33:00.002+12:00

This is my goal for this term,hope you enjoy :)

Jerking and Shuffling

2011-06-03T14:53:00.001+12:00

This was a quick Movie I made with the help of my Friend Cruz.Hope you enjoy. =]

The History of the Mighty but Famous Pen

2011-05-24T10:07:00.002+12:00

Lewis Waterman invented the ballpoint pen and Lazlo Biro invented another type of pen.
Well the ink actually stays inside the pen and you don’t have to dip in the ink pot.

There is now different kinds of pens all over the world. Also now you can use different kinds of colours as in ink colours. As you can see pens can run out of ink in a period of 7 to 10 years and it can be replaceible, but that would `just be a big waste of time, so you can just go buy another pen worth one dollar and it will last as I say 7 to 10 years! That is one of the WOW factors of pens.
The other WOW factor is that today some people still use quills and ink pots. As years passed the pen improved for instance, the style has changed the ink has changed, the appearance has changed and also the size.
The first people to use a type of pen, were Ancient Indians. They used feathers and bamboo sticks and so on.
The pen has improved quite a lot since then. Also the first pen was invented in Seville, Spain.

Knight vs Warriors

2011-05-17T12:47:00.002+12:00

Determined tackling - at one point midway through the second half the Warriors defended their line for 22 consecutive plays - and some smart team management by coach Ivan Cleary were the hallmarks of the Ausgrid Stadium win, the side coming from 16-12 down with seven minutes remaining to snatch the game.The Warriors had a sluggish start to the season, but have struck back with six wins from their past seven matches.In recent weeks the notoriously inconsistent Kiwi side have toppled Melbourne at their AAMI Park graveyard, the Gold Coast on the sunshine strip and now the Knights in Newcastle.Cleary had the Warriors set up camp in Australia since arriving early for last week's win over the Titans, and the more settled approach, courtesy of reduced travel, appeared to pay off on a glorious Sunday afternoon in Newcastle."It was a pretty tough schedule so we decided to stay and just take a couple of flights out," Cleary said."Having said that it was still a pretty big week for us - four guys backing up for two games last weekend as well (the New Zealand Test and Titans match). To get out of that with a win is very satisfying."Cleary was ecstatic with the way his side fought back from their poor start thanks to the energy they created without the ball."The best part, apart from the win, was that we didn't concede a point in the second half," he said, after his side had trailed 16-12 at the break."Whilst we didn't play great we did enough to hang in there and win."An exciting final seven minutes saw the Warriors cross twice through five-eighth James Maloney and fullback Lance Hohaia (his second for the day), before star of the show Maloney calmly potted a field goal.After leading for the majority of the match, 18,158 fans trudged out of the stadium in despair.The game was there for the Knights to win and they'll lament their inability to breach the visitors' line despite numerous chances in the final 40 minutes."With 15 minutes to go the game was in the balance," a dejected Knights coach Rick Stone said."I think a few concentration lapses, that mental toughness, we let ourselves done in that respect."There wasn't much difference in who had the most football on the day, it was pretty even, we let ourselves down in that last little bit."Stone would not be drawn on the future of injured hooker Isaac De Gois, who had agreed to a new deal earlier in the year that has since been put on the back burner.De Gois has now been linked with a return to former club, Cronulla next season.

Editing My Hooks

2011-05-11T09:43:00.001+12:00

An annoying screeching sound from the T.V. echoed to my ears and awoke me, I had to finish it,but half my body was still hibernating.”ahhhh” the noise hurts, its waking me,I still need some sleep.My eyes widened when I took a peek at the time,5:30 a.m.I ended the sound,finally time to get some sleep.”Matthew time to get up,we have to go for a jog”mum said”but mum”I replied.mum said”no buts”

“Matthew, kill the sound NOW!!” Mum yelled. It had woken my mum as well but I was still lethargic. I had to end the annoying screeching sound. I slowly left my bed and reached for the television and switched it off.Finally now for some rest.”Matthew get up jogging time”Mum said. “Man”I said in my mind

Geometry-Translation

2011-05-05T12:23:00.003+12:00

Translation 2 down 2 across

Lately room 20 has been learning about Geometry, and today we learnt about Geometry-Translation, witch means to move an object without rotating it or resizing it or re-drawing the object.We used google drawing to create this.At first I didnt know what Geometry-Translation was until I got taught by Mrs Nua

The Telephone

2011-05-04T10:34:00.002+12:00

Alexander Graham Bell a scottish-born person,was taking credit for the invention of the telephone by Antonio Mucci.”Boston Massachusetts “(were Alexader said,it was born).The first most famous words said over the telephone were “Mr. Watson,come here I want to see you” on March 10 1876 by Alexander G Bell to Thomas A. Watson,in the next room.

North Shore TORNADO!!!!

2011-05-04T09:33:00.004+12:00

On May the 3rd around 3:00 pm Auckland's North Shore had been hit by a extraordinary devastation,witch caused a man to get caught in the terrifying TORNADO! He was then thrown straight into a building,at 200 mp/h and split his head.The mean beast uplifted cars,people were hurt,the local mall roof destroyed,severe damages, to an aftermath for your non-ordinary day.

Having a great holiday

2011-04-17T13:26:00.003+12:00

Hi every body I'm having an awsome holiday,hope you are too.It started off with a big load of rain,but then it was all good.So I cant wait for school,hmmm I wonder what our topic's going to be.Well bye for now have a great holiday. Matthew :)

An out of the blue sentence

2011-04-12T09:55:00.002+12:00

My Journey To School.

“Smash”I accidentally slammed the door and walked off. “Matthew” my mum yelled, she scared me then I tripped down the porch.I had miniature injuries, but I was alright.

Thank you letter to Tokorima

2011-04-06T09:57:00.004+12:00

Dear Tokorima,
Thank you for helping our year 7 and 8 campers,and also for making our wonderful and delicious hangi,it was beautiful. And I like to thank you for providing us with protection,hydration and hunger,with out your wonderful heart there would be no other camp like it.

On behalf of the camp TC campers,we would like to thank you for all you've done this term,we hope to see you again soon. Thank you and God bless.Matthew :)

Camp TC! Day 1

2011-03-23T10:43:00.001+13:00

Camp TC!!

My mind flew up in excitement,while I was sleeping.Then all of a sudden BOOM!! I woke up in happiness,knowing that there’s camp today.

“Ohh quick I got to get ready”I yelled in my head.“Matthew fast we got to go I’m making breakfast at the school”Mum said.I quickly dressed my self and jumped in the car.

I arrived at school with my bags,ready for my first activity,witch was pitching a tent.I finished my tent with my pal Joshua.

Then our group“The Motivtorz”had an item practise.”Yo VIP”The song played.We danced with random moves.

And our last activity before lunch,was the famous kayaking.I new in my head I was talented at using the kayak.But also knowing that my friend Joshua was also a talented kayaker,I thought that we might team up in the brand new double seated kayak,and achieve the course even faster.

SPLASH!!The water was splashing in my friend’s face,I laugh at him,but still I get wet and I pay the consequence. So he lowers his paddle just enough to make a splash,into my face.He laughed.

And the day ended with a nice movie “Toy Story 3”.Then off to sleep we go.

Camp TC (Take Charge) Highlight

2011-03-18T09:10:00.004+13:00

My highlight of camp for me was Rock up,because you would have fun and discipline and I learnt that when people work together “every one achieves more”.

My favourite activity at Rock up was Dunking the Dunkee,because it practised your throwing skills and hitting skills,and plus you can get wet,I like getting wet.

Most of all,we were lucky enough to learn that when people work together “every one achieves more’’.

How to conquer pitching a tent.

2011-03-10T10:19:00.005+13:00

By Joshua and Matthew EQUIPMENT PACKAGEHammerFlyPegsBasePolesGuy Ropes

If you haven’t quite conquered the task of putting up a tent for camping, you should read these instructions. The very important part of using pegs, is to always set the pegs on a 45 degree angle. This is really important part of building a tent.Because if the pegs are on a 90 degree angle,the peg will fly out,with the wind. Ensure that when you are not using the equipment, place them in to the tent bag.

1.Now the first job is to unpack,the package and ensure that the following is in the bag i.e. Fly the base the pegs and the poles.

2. Now ensure that the base of the tent is flattened straight out. It is important.

3. Remember to hammer in the pegs on about a 45 degree because bad weather can pull out the pegs.And do the same with the other corners..

4. Finally set the poles across the base and Repeat the same thing on step 3 which is to Hammer the pegs on! Put it on the second Eyelitt.

5 Now hook all the hooks on to the poles across the base. After you tie up a knot like a shoe at the top.

Now cover the Poles with the fly. Make sure the door is facing the camp site.

Once again hammer the pegs on a 45 degree angle in to the guy ropes. Proceed with the other corners and sides again.

put the last pole through the tent door.

Now you are done!

You have now learnt how to pitch a tent.Now get going,but if the tent has collapsed before 24 hours it is our fault.S

Room 20's favourite fast food

2011-03-07T12:28:00.007+13:00

In Math this week we have been learning about Statistic. It meant that we had to decide on a
question that we wanted to solve. We made a form to collect our data, once everyone filled our form we tallied up the answers and used google docs spread sheet to make a graph to show the results to show the most popular fast food in room 20. The class favourite fast food is Mac Donald's.My favourite

The Pt England Way Acrostic Poem

2011-03-04T10:40:00.000+13:00

The Pt England Way
How do we lead the way
Enjoy having fun will you can

Purua to potue
Talk about it

Enjoy school
Never give up
Go around the outside
Lead the way
Are you in the zone
Never say never
Do the right thing

Wear it with pride
Are you in the zone
You never know when some one’s watching

My new NetBook

2011-03-03T13:46:00.000+13:00

“Yes the time has come”I said in my mind.Our NetBooks have arrived,and ready to have an owner(Me).Mrs Burt walked to our class with our NetBooks.We quickly unpacked our NetBook

We had officially seen the our very own,sparkly new Netbooks.My eyes were amazed with the glazing Netbook.I loved them.

As I slowly pressed the on button,my body lit up with excitement”I cant wait”I said in my mind.So I raced to the button with my finger.It felt good!!!!! turning my Netbook for the first time I got a sort of rush that you would get from Coke or L&P.

I finished creating my profile,so it was time to have fun.Yay.

Tech at Tamaki

2011-02-24T10:54:00.005+13:00

Yes the time has come,to get excited about our first day at tech,which was held at Tamaki College.Our first day was supposed to be fun and it definitely was.I was in Science with Mr Duan and Daisy(Miss V)

First we found a seat and then started learning.First Mr Duan told us to write down Science and Scientist,and what do you know about it.Most of us new about it,it was just they cant explain it.So we tried,and we got the hang of it.

Then Mr Duan was teaching us about living stuff.After a while our class got the hang of it as well.When I was looking out the door I saw my brother Steven walking past,So I got distracted for a few seconds.

So then Mr Duan asked the class is a car a living thing.We all thought it wasn't,but we were right.But Mr Duan said we were wrong. Actually if the object can move Mr Duan said it was a living thing.

So then the annoying bell sounded,and it hurts my ears.So it was time to go back to school.

The Christchurch Quake

2011-02-23T10:08:00.006+13:00

Buildings have been demolished due to the earthquake.People running around in fear and tears,with loved ones still to find.Saved by emergency helpers,people are still trapped under rubble.65 people are confirmed dead,but the death toll is determined to rise.

My wonderful holiday

2011-02-22T12:23:00.002+13:00

Ring Ring,I anwser the phone ”Hello Matthew speaking” “Matt is this you” Matthew T speaks. “yup” I answer. “Are you coming on monday”He askes “ were to,training” I respond “No Rainbows end” I reply “ummm ok” Matthew says “OK all you need is a water bottle” “OK I got to go see yah” “later”he says.Beep beep beep,I hung up the phone

So I slept until the next day.My mum woke me up,”honey get up Matthew might be coming soon”mum said.

“Beep beep”Rina’s car horn sound’s(Matthew’s mum).I raced out the door at the speed of light.And I see Kayde,Matthew and Lepa in the back of Rina’s car.”Write will go get some kai for the birth day”Rina says

So we stopped at the local Glenn Innes PAK n SAVE to get some goodys.We bought snakes,chips,chocolate,juice and much more.As the group entered the vehicle,Rina said that we can have some snakes.We all yelled “YAHHH”.Then Matthew ripped open the packet like The Incredible Hulk,but Rina said only three.Matthew kept feeding us the snakes,and then by the time Rina wanted some they were all gone,then we blamed it on Matthew.

Then we had arrived at Rainbows End,and there was a man standing at the entrance,telling us to pull in to the customer parking,so we did.The boys made an exit from the the car ready to go but we just had to wait for the others to arrive.They had arrived,so thats when we entered Rainbows End.

First we went on the Invader,Matthew’s cousin Colis was a little bit scared for the moment.But then ones he got in to it thats pretty much all he wanted to go on.When it started you could here the fan blowing from the engine.”WOOOOO”we yelled.We fling across the w shaped track.The ride had ended and we all felt like going on again,so we did.And again we went on and again.again,again and agian.

Next we went on the famous Roller Coaster.It start’s off with a corner,then an slow uphill wait(but its worth the wait).”Weeeee”I yelled.The coaster rolled down a slight corner.Then thats when a real big drop was coming.”Yehhhh”I screamed,it felt like my guts were going to fall out..But then just after the drop was this huge and amazing loop.The loop was buzzy that it was quite dazed for a few seconds.Up next was a few corkscrew twirls.”Woosh”the coaster flew past.Then a corner ended the ride.

The Power Surge was next.I was waiting in line,a little bit terrified and plus this was going to be my first time on the power surge.But I was going on with my friend so I didn’t get to scared.I found a seat with Lepa,with Matthew and Kayde opposite from us.We slowly lifted from the ground.I was getting quite scared because Matthew was making up stuff,like how we might fall.”Woosh” the power surge went flinging around the place.The power surge went on for about 5 minutes then the ride ended.

My 2010 reflection

2010-12-14T10:51:00.001+13:00

My reflection for 2010!!!, has been a tremendous year, awesome in every way it can be, I had some negative and some parts, and some pretty cool times.

This has been one of my favourite years at Pt.England, it has had some challenges and some fun but I’ve made it, so thats been quite crazy. Thats why this year is my favourite year.

One of my best learning subject has to be maths because, it is one if my hardest and I always tried my hardest even in the test. Most of the time maths was exciting,and fun,but it was still hard.

I think I’ve mostly like art the best. Because it always interested me in any way, but I think I’ve mostly liked maori arts the most,because it has alot of patterns that really catch my mind.I like drawing with Miss M, she really had alot of artistic in her, so I liked her alot about her art style.

This was my 2010 reflection,Hoped you enjoyed.Strive to Succeed,Pt.England.Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

MTV

2010-12-13T11:01:00.001+13:00

This is our movie starring,Matthew,Kobe Erene and Joshua.ENJOY :)

The TARANTULA!!!

2010-10-27T12:39:00.004+13:00

Do you know how big a tarantula can get?

It can grow up to the size of your dinner plate.Did you know that the tarantula's bite is not that dangerous,its no worse than a bee sting,unless your allergic

Totara Springs

2010-10-12T09:58:00.012+13:00

Intro.
We had arrived at school ready to leave, but not all students were here. We waited for what seemed like ages, but really it was probably only about 5 minutes. I was so impatient to get off to camp.

Finally the bus arrived just like the rest of the students, ”yes” I said to myself. However, we still haven’t loaded the bus! The adults loaded it up, and we were set to go off to Green Lane to pick up the rest of the campers.

Half an hour had past, and we’ve made it to Green Lane. A new bunch of campers, from boys to girls had entered the bus. Kayde, Matthew T and I were asking some of the campers”Wheres Bailey?, Wheres Bailey” unfortunately know one knew where he was, or even excited. Off we go to Totara Springs.

Peni(senior boy’s leader)said to us we have to go meet our area head, and cabin. But first we had to unload the bus. Finally we have we finished. Then Leon(2nd senior boy’s leader)told us to sit on the bench or the pavement. So we waited,for the rest of Pt England to collect there bags.

We had arrived at our cabin, and its was not as pretty as last year.But us boys can hack it.So we found our beds.”Lecture theater, boys” Peni ordered. So we had walked to the theater, and plus ,its only a few steps away from our cabins.

We sat in our team lines,we where boys 5 and our area head is Aaron.Then we played bull rush with all the boys.

Kiwis are cool

2010-09-09T10:01:00.002+12:00

Most birds can soar through the air-kiwis cant.Some birds can build nests high up in the trees-kiwis dont.Other birds can rock up into the air-kiwis certainly cant.But I still think kiwis are the best,KIWIS ARE COOL!

Its not that kiwis are that big,Like most kiwis are about the size of a rugby ball.The Kiwis height is about 25-55 cm.But the funny thing is that the female kiwi,is bigger than the male.

They’re not exactly ugly,but they are quite boring.They have no colour,their hair isn’t dazzling or sparkling. The kiwi’s fur is dull,stiff and plain in all places. But most bizzare thing is its bill.Thats right its bill is so unique that if it was measured in cm it would be about 20 cms long.

A lot of people think that the flight of a kiwi is impossible more likely because they must of heard and spread rumors. Families think that kiwis dont have any wing at all,but under all their stiff plumage.

Kiwis are real good at digging burrows, because their legs are really strong like Chris Jack.They usually dig burrows as steep as three metres,so they can keep their babies nice and safe.Also to store their food to keep it clean

And there you have it. How could you possibly resist a big billed,brown dull,strong fighting,chubby kiwi like this.If kiwis are’nt cool than I dont know what is!

Our Cross-Country event

2010-08-23T10:01:00.006+12:00

I spurted past 6 people,it was the last leg of the race,and i was felling quite lethargic.As the race was over i was felling lethargic,because all the energy in my body had vanished in to the distance.Really I didn't race,because I have Asthma.But I really wanted to race in the event.

Warriors vs Titans

2010-08-04T14:30:00.002+12:00

On sunday 1st of August I watched th Warriors and Titans match.I saw my buddy Kayde on TV,and he was cherring like a wild animal.It was sad we lost,but you lose some and you win some.It was a close game 28-20 but our boys had heart,and good n them for playing hard.Go the mighty WARRIORS.BLEHH

Mighty Mariners

2010-07-20T11:53:00.002+12:00

Achieving the goal to wake up early was a huge challenge, as the morning flew by I saw pt England coming to the horizon. I was excited because it was also the first day of term three, and we were going to have a new topic to learn about. I wondered a little bit on what was the new topic gonna be. Then it struck me, a teacher strolled past me dressed like some kind of pirate. I kind of got an idea but I knew I had to wait for the big assemble to start, but until that came I just waited. We were allowed to enter the hall and try to figure out the topic, not Long later Mr Burt announced that it was Mighty Mariners.

Mount Tarawera eruption

2010-06-30T14:12:00.003+12:00

Ki Ora My group(Joshua,Erene and Matthew)have created a movie using,Hyper Studio,iMovie HD and Garage Band.Our movie is all animation,because we had no time to use the video camera.But still we had a come back and finished the movie.

So just sit back relax and enjoy the movie.:)And also leave a comments PLEASE

Our under 50 kg rugby team

2010-06-28T09:42:00.006+12:00

13games so far,2 tournaments 4 games.Right now we haven't loss a game so its 13-0 and our next game is against Fair Burn.I think were going to win.And our team is positive that were going to win.Ya!

Meet our team,Pt England's under 50 kg rugby team.here are our players.Kane,lepa,MatthewT,Dominiq,Kayde,Kaiden,Aidan,Onosai,Gabriel
,Dante,Starford,Heremaia,Potaua,Shawn,Miracle,Misi,.That is our terrific team

Our coaches are Colin(my dad)and Roger(my uncle).They are really great coaches,even the team thinks so.But sometimes that get mixed up and teach us the wrong skill,but we correct them.

Our team has 1 training a week,that is fine for us.Coach Colin recommends that we should have 2 trainings a week so that we can pick up our game,and make our score something Nill.

I feel that our under 50 kg rugby team is going to be the Auckland champs this year.And I'm confident that our team will not give up,and will come to trainings every week unless there sick.

Pt.England vs Kelston

2010-06-11T17:25:00.006+12:00

We started off scared and nervous.First half winning 21-0.Scrum,it our ball Matthew T takes a tackle,penalty high tackle.Dominiq takes the punt,its a line out to Pt.England.I catch the ball pass it to Lepa,Lepa runs it up passes to Dominiq,tackled"Go forwards go"coach Colin supported.

Second half its 33-12,Kelson coach telling his team to keep there head high.

Finished our 12 round of rock our world

2010-06-01T14:51:00.006+12:00

reflection

1. By posting every week and making longer and interesting sentences

2. I can inprove by posting at least 2 postes a week.And better pictures in my movies...in advertisements.
brick wall
3.Speaking to people I haven't met like D'Wayne Edwards because when I get up I get shy,konw I found a solution it is to stand in front of a mirror and practice,and also when my neighbour gos out for a walk I would ask him if I could practice with him.

purpose
4.To learn and to share other things we have learnt.And also to talk to people around the world and evan sometimes famous charaters like Will Smith and D'Wayne Edwards.to bring people together.To help others.To meet new people.

Under water explosion

2010-05-12T08:15:00.003+12:00

This under water explosion was horrible there was lava spitting out every were.It just made an island,I've reported from 3 news that it is still spewing out lava....A few years later people have started to live on this island.This is the latest news from Matthew and this is 3 news good night

Iron Brian visting PT.England

2010-05-10T12:15:00.004+12:00

What nice vegetables Iron Brian,care to share Mr.Brian?Actually you all can get healthy Iron Brian's spectacular burgers"BURGERS"Tasty.Write children were going to learn what to have as a diet and as a treat."YAHOO"

Iron Brian filled the kids faces with joy,Iron played games and quizzes,Excitement shadowed the room and then it was the final dance off,to see who's going to get the healthy burgers first.

Active Earth

2010-04-20T14:40:00.003+12:00

If you know that was in Iceland,the terrifying tornado with lightning striking right through the devastating tornado.It said that this was the 2ND problem in ice land but I don't believe it.I think this will last up to a month.If you can see in the ash and smog,it looks like a a VOLCANO!!!thats all i could give you for now BY

My best buds

2010-04-01T10:06:00.006+13:00

Finally Iv'e waited one whole week for this day,becauce its MUFTY DAY!!!!We are going to have a spactacular disco awsome lunch and also a fantastic day.Every body in Tamaki wished they could come for the day.

In the picture you can see Mr Jackson(Erene), beside him Mr lifes good(Aidan) under him is me (Matthew) then theres the chies biggest fan (Kayde) then theres (Shawn) who is on top of (kayde).Next to (Shawn) is the big solid man (Joe).On the right next to (Joe) is my best friend (Matthew T).Oh I totally forgot about the king side steper (Jeyan)

Treaty signing Hone heke

2010-03-31T12:35:00.002+13:00

Hone heke came to an island were he saw a paper wich said treaty of waitangy on it,a pensil and a note witch said please sign.Since Hine heke didn't konw how to write he came up with an idea of drawing him self.Hone heke didn't konw how to draw so he spent a long time drawing.Honw heke was one of the first to sigh the treaty because he was very keen

Matthew's Iguanadon

2010-03-31T08:36:00.002+13:00

Matthew learnt all about the Iguanodon, a very fierce dinosaur, and has put all his information into this Hyperstudio animation.

My highlights for this term

2010-03-30T14:18:00.009+13:00

Emotionally the term is over in just a short amount of time.1. The best three highlights for this term has to start with the hilarious CAMP KINDNESS!I haven't experienced being a leader at camp.But know there's no need to worry any more,I think I can lead a year 7 team.

Secondly,this is about experiencing extension.I haven't been in this group before,but its still awesome being in this group.I wonder if i'm going to be in this group next term.Sadly I going to have the 4 tests again,so that the staff can see who should be in extension and who should not.

I saved the best for last!My best highlight for this term has to be talking to the man Witch is a mentor and a man who belives in him self and every body else.This man D'wane Edwards is a lead disigner for Nike.It was a very big experince talking to D'Wayne Edwards

Captain Cook

2010-03-29T12:33:00.002+13:00

Captain Cook the man who was the first to travel the country New Zealand.he saw and felt a lot of new things.He learnt how to speak a new language,Moari.

historical event 1

2010-03-29T12:17:00.006+13:00

This is my movie of maori people doing there share.I animated a maori man
planting and pulling out the kumara.So sit back relax and enjoy!!!!

Signing the treaty

2010-03-29T08:42:00.001+13:00

In early hours of the day,Hone heke went strolling down the alley,when he saw a lady at a table.Hone heke got ask to sign the treaty,but he didnt have to,but he was so keen so hene heke sign the treaty

Pukekos with Matthew R

2010-03-26T08:47:00.001+13:00

Pukekoes are native to new Zealand. Many people have been saying,it was brought to new Zealand,by one of the ancestors conoe. The Pukeko is related to the animal “Takahe”. Baby chicks are born with large feet,so they can swim strongly,in fast flowing water. Now, people have been saying that they flew over to New Zealand,because it can fly very far. The can fly up to 200 k. They mostly like to live in the south island,near an edge, of a lake or a pond.

Matthew's Portfolio from Room 14

2010-03-24T16:32:00.002+13:00

In 2009 Matthew was in Room 14 as a Year 5 student.

He posted lots of work on the Room 14 class blog.

If you click here you will be able to see all of his work from 2009.