The whole school had to evacuate to the big hill opposite the school. We first went back to class to make sure we had our lunch, drink bottles, hats and shoes.
We did a roll call, before finally crossing the road, climbing the farm fence and heading up the hill. It was a tiring walk.
We were there for an hour or so before someone turned up with more water and food for everyone. About 11ish Sir had oeganised some shade for us all and finally we got to move out of the hot sun.
We did some waiata and played games. Some played in the sand and drew pictures.
We couldn't believe our eyes when Sir turned up again with the kai cart and cooked everyone, including the parents and other whanau that joined us, yummy sausage sizzles.
We finally got the all clear. By the time we got back to school, we were so shattered. Lucky it was home time.
Kia ora Te Tinana,
ReplyDeletewe are Room 5 at St Mary's School in Gisborne. We are your blogging buddies.
How long did you have to stay up the hill? Was it 55 hours, 3-4 hours, the whole day, 6 hours?
We did not have to evacuate our school but some of us went home.
What games did you play while you were up the hill?
Did you see a Tsunami wave? asked Jethro.
Was it really hot up on the hill? asked Leitu.
How far away is the sea from your school? asked Laney
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Room 5
Kia Ora Room 5,
Deletewe stayed on top of the hill for about 4 hours before we were told we could go back down to school.
We played with our toys were brought to school for share day. Some of us played Simon says.
No we did not see a wave.
It was super hot up on the hill! Some of us didn't even have our water bottles. We were given water in cups.
The sea is very close to our school. It is only a 5 min drive, or 3.7km away. When we were on the top of the hill, we could see both the coasts, west and east!
Thank you for your comment and questions.