Pānui ā Kura – 24 November 2024

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Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Last week was again filled with mahi kaupapa for our Kura:
– Paenuku showing support on Tuesday for Te Hikoi mo Toitū Te Tiriti, producing their own boards and holding their hikoi tautoko around the field

– To the Paerangi Graduation and Prize giving on Friday.
“E ngā kotiro kua puta i te kura o te tau 2024, tēnei te mihi maioha me ngā manaakitanga ki a koutou. Kia Kaha, Kia Māia, Kia Manawanui i ngā ara kei mua i a koutou. Mā te aroha o tō koutou whānau, te kaha o tō koutou wairua, me ngā akoranga kua riro i a koutou, e taea ai te whakatutuki i ngā wawata katoa. Haere whakamua, Tū Māori, Tū Māia, Tū Rangatira nga Year 13 Kōhine: Taimana Ramach, Jorgiah Linton, Helena Larkins & Te Rauhina Tautari-Herrick.
(With Whaea Karen)

To recognition of excellence and achievement Awards

(see: Paerangi report below)
– To announcement of our 2025 Pou Arahi
o Natalie Maihi-Hansen
o Raukura Keerako
o Narima Ramach
o Kruize Cooper-Brown
o Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd
o Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa

And announcement of our two Head Pou Arahi

-Ngākupenga Tautari
-Herrick Manawa Armstrong

Kia pai tō wiki
Whaea Rae

 

 

Paenuku

Ko tētahi ō ngā kaupapa motuhāke ō tēnei wāhanga tuawhā o te tau, ko te Māhi ā Rehia me Tānerore, tua atu I tērā. E ako ana ngā tauira o te akomanga o Mangoroa, ki ngā tūmomo, Taonga Pūoro.

E ako ana mātou hoki, ki ngā Atua i tūhono ki i a tūmomo Taonga Pūoro. E hanga ana mātou I tētahi kōauau he tāonga pūoro nō neherā. Ka whakaharatau mātou ki te whakatangi i tā mātou kōauau, kia pai ai te oro, kia reka te rongo.

He ngākaunuitia tēnei māhi, te hānga kōauau kia Mangoroa.

I terā wiki, i hāere tāhi ana mātou ki Whangaruru, mō Ngā iti Kahurangi Festival. Miharo rawa te tū whakahirahira, te tū whakangahau.

I tēnei wiki, ka tūhono ā Mokopuna me Paenuku, nā raro i te whakaaro kōtahi, kia hikoi tāhi ai mātou ki te whira o Paenuku. Hei whakanuia, hei tautoko i te kaupapa nui rawa.

He pai hoki te kite i ngā tūmomo kākahu, haki anō hoki, kia hiki te kaupapa, ka rongo atu i ngā tamariki, e waiata ana, e haka ana.

Tēnei mātou e maioha atu nei, e mihi nei, tēnā rā tātou katoa manawatia, te kaha ō tātou ki te hiki i te kaupapa.. Kia Toitū te Tirirti

Kia whakakōtahi ai
Kia kaha rawa te hoe o te waka.
He huihuinga pai mai Mokopuna tae atu ki te whanau whānui o te Kāpehu Whetū.

“Kia kōtahi te whakaaro, kia tū tahi ai tātou”

Reminder: Please collect and pay for your Matariki mahi toi or we will be selling it on at the Market Day.

Kia Mahara Mai tātou – Important Dates:
27th November – Last game of poitukohu
28th November – Moana Movie (TBC)
6th December – Market Day (TBC)
13th December – Prizegiving
17th December – Haerenga (TBC)
18th December – Last day of kura

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Ngā pūrongo week 6
Nau mai ki te wiki tuaono

This past week, Paetawhiti began exploring slam poetry, an art form that combines performance and audience engagement to convey deep emotions on a topic. Throughout the term, ākonga have watched and listened to various examples, then create their own pieces on subjects meaningful to them. We hope to showcase some of these at our prizegiving.

Paetata also embarked on a mountain walk with Matua Wiremu, Matua Mohi, and Matua Nev. Our journey took us through Mackesy Bush, across the ridge to Winiwini Track, and then onto Ross Track, eventually reaching the summit of Parihaka. The three-and-a-half-hour trek tested the grit and determination of Paetata ākonga.

 

Paerangi Prizegiving And Graduation

Congratulations to Helena, Taimana, Jorgiah, and Te Rauhina for completing NCEA Level 3 and graduating. We have enjoyed being part of your journey through your school years. We wish you all the best for your next chapter in life.

 

2024 Paerangi Awards

 

Subject Awards

Year 11:

Jerome Paki – Academic excellence in Physical Education

Natalie Maihi-Hansen – Excellent effort in Te Reo Maori and Mathematics

Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa – Academic Excellence in Te Reo Maori and Mathematics, Excellent effort in English and Physical Education

 

Year 12:

Narima Ramach – Excellent effort in Te Reo Maori

Ngākupenga Tautari-Herrick – Academic excellence in Te Reo Maori

Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd – Academic excellence in English, Business Studies, and Physical Education, Excellent effort in Mathematics

 

Year 13:

Te Rauhina Tautari-Herrick – Academic excellence in Te Reo Maori

Jorgiah Linton – Academic excellence in Te Ao Haka, Excellent effort in Physical Education

 

Outstanding Attendance:
Te Rauhina Tautari-Herrick 90%
Kruize Cooper-Brown 93%
Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa 94%
Ngākupenga Tautari-Herrick 96%

 

Sportsman of the year
Kahuroa Hohipa

 

TKW Pou Awards

Kia Māori – Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa

Kia Mātau Tuatahi: Year 11 – Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa
Kia Mātau Tuarua: Year 12 – Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd
Kia Mātau Tuatoru: Year 13 – Te Rauhina Tautari-Herrick

 

Leadership Academy of A Company Awards

Rankings:

From Lance Corporal to Corporal
– Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd

From Corporal to Sergeant
– Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa
– Manawa Armstrong

 

Academy Pou Awards

Kia Māori – Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa
Kia Mātau – Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd
Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Manawa Armstrong

 

2025 Pouarahi

  • Natalie Maihi-Hansen
  • Raukura Keerako
  • Narima Ramach
  • Kruize Cooper-Brown
  • Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd
  • Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa

 

 

2025 Head Girl
Ngākupenga Tautari-Herrick

 

2025 Head Boy
Manawa Armstrong

 

 

 

Te Ākingamanawa : See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download16 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 16 November 2024

View/Download16 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Going forward this week:
Our Kura works hard to lift the self-belief and mind-set of our ākonga, raising their aspirations, developing skills and knowledge to seek far horizons.

Part of this mahi is connecting them with our history, connecting them with their whakapapa, connecting them with their potential futures. Attending Tā Bom’s tangi was to show our deepest respect to the ‘Last man standing’ and to keep the connection with the men of the 28 Māori Battalion and the ‘Price they paid for our citizenship’, ever present in our minds.

Being part of the powhiri as the Hikoi arrived, was important. Being invited to co-host at Laurie Hall Park was powerful. It is important that our ākonga understand that this is the mahi we do as one of the Kura of Whangarei.

Many of you have asked if we are heading to Pōneke for the final stage of the Hikoi. No we are not. We did our mahi here at home! And now our whanau, hāpu, Iwi and others, take it on for us BUT we recognised that there are many whanau who are not able to attend.

So to support the kaupapa of the day, this Tuesday 19th Nov we acknowledge the day as Toitū Te Tiriti…..and ask that you send your tamariki to Kura, wearing black/red/white or tribal tees or Tino Tees or anything that represents your whanau…..Of course Kura uniform is absolutely ok too!!

Kia pai tō wiki
Whaea Rae

 

 

Paenuku

Ko te rite, Whakarite!
He nui tonu ngā hua kua horahia ki te tāpou o te whare o Pāenuku I roto tēnei wahanga hei wānanga mā tātou. Ko te aronga matua i tēnei wahanga e hāngai pū ana ki ngā mahi a Tāne-Rore a Hine-Rēhia! I reka te tū ki Whangaruru, mō Ngā iti Kahurangi Festival. E tū kāha ana, E tū maia ana, mai ngā teina tae atu ki ngā tuakana , Mīharo rawa te tū, tū Rangatira, tū whakangahau ka mutu e hīkaka katoa ana te whare ki te wānanga i ēnei o ngā akoranga rangatira, me te tū tautoko I te kaupapa kapa haka ki Ngāti Wai hei tēnei wiki!

Kia Mahara Mai tātou – Important Dates:
Market Day, tentative date Friday 6 Dec (To be confirmed), Kei Paenuku Nau Mai e te whānau ki te tautoko i te kaupapa nui o te wā.

Paenuku Prizegiving 183-185 Lower Dent Street,

(13 Dec 2024). Poitūkohu – Basketball is still happening, Wednesday afternoons. Please keep up to date with email pānui with times and court details. Ngā Mihi.

Toitū te Tiriti, Ngā iwi e, ngā iwi e kia kotahi ra te moana-nui-a-kiwa. He Kaupapa nui rawa, e haere ana mō te iwi māori whānui, ā rohe, puta noa ki ngā hau e whā o te motu, Ko te hīkoi mai te Tai Tokerau tae atu ki Pōneke. E tautoko ana tātou kātoa i tēnei kaupapa Motuhake. E ui ake nei, whākina mai ra, kuaha kētia Te Tiriti te oaiti, i tautokohia e aku Tūpuna, hei whakakotahi e ngā iwi tokorua, hei kupu whakaari tae noa ki ngā uri whakatupu e.

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Ngā pūrongo week 5
Kia Ora e te whānau! Paetata and Paetawhiti had a week filled with kaupapa Māori and kaupapa hauora. We are incredibly proud of our tamariki and rangatahi for their dedication and enthusiasm as they participated in important events that celebrate our culture, health, and resilience.

This week, our students and kaiako took part in the Toitū te Tiriti Hikoi, honoring Te Tiriti o Waitangi and gaining insights into its importance in Aotearoa, while Paetawhiti students showed resilience and strength in the Iron Māori event, setting an example of hauora for their peers: TKW students had a kapa haka performance at the Whanagaruru Cultural Festival, showcasing the energy, unity, and unique character of our kura. Extending our gratitude to whānau for their invaluable support in fostering an environment of pride, unity, and growth for our rangatira mō āpōpō.

It was a privilege for our kura to perform at this year’s Whangaruru Festival at Punaruku School last Thursday. Paenuku, Paetata and Paetawhiti all performed together.

Both kapa performed with so much ihi, wehi and wana each holding their own mana and then to perform together was an absolute the highlight of the day.

Even though the weather was overcast and spitting it was awesome for our kura to go represent us at the festival.

It’s always a proud moment when our kura does things together and it’s powerful as well.

Ngā mihi to the festival organisers for organising such an amazing day.

 

Paerangi

Kia ora e te whanau,

A big week for the last week for Paerangi akonga. Most students have completed their mahi but we have just a handful who are still required to continue attending due to not having enough credits to complete their NCEA.

Students who have completed all their mahi should have come home with a leaver’s sheet signed by their teachers saying they have finished for the year. If you are uncertain if your child has completed everything they need to feel free to email for clarification b.meyer@mokonz.co.nz

Graduation & Prize Giving (Year 11 – 13) Friday 22nd November
A panui has gone home to all Paerangi and ACAD whanau with information about this event. Graduation Dinner and Prizegiving is being held at Maumahara again this year and the evening will start at 5.30pm. Whanau are welcome to come and celebrate with us as well as join in farewelling our Year 13 students. Please RSVP to Whaea Jackie by the 20th November

Ngā mihi
Matua Ropata and Whaea Brenda

 

Ironmāori Tamaki

This year, we proudly sent five teams to IronMāori Tamaki, consisting of both Paerangi and Paetawhiti ākonga. The team departed on Friday afternoon, allowing everyone time to settle into their accommodation, register for the event, explore the course, and enjoy the all-important prerace dinner at Popeyes!

Te Kapehu Whetu’s first swimmer out of the water was Craeza Jackson, who also happened to be our youngest competitor. Fantastic work, Craeza! He was quickly followed by his brother Cuvier, then Saieti Reti, Narima Ramach, and Taimana Ramach. This year marked Taimana’s final event as a Year 13 student, and we want to extend our heartfelt congratulations and immense aroha to her. Taimana has been a constant presence at every triathlon for TKW, starting with the monumental 52km cycle in the IRONMĀORI Quarter in Napier 2022. A true champion!

Next, we had our runners take the stage. With all of our top RFL runners in the field, we knew it was going to be a thrilling race. Our last-minute replacement, Jahris Hoori, took the fastest run
time for TKW, followed by Te Ihi Rameka-Kere, Julius Tipene, Kruize Brown, and Kahuroa Hohipa.

The cycling team also had a standout performance, with reserve rider Aorangi Epiha stepping in as a solo cyclist—a brilliant move! Aorangi finished second out of the TKW cyclists, just behind
Jerome Paki. Following Aorangi were Margaret Davis, Tyrecce Tuhiwai-Wharepapa, Gazelem Tilialo, and Reanna McKinnon. This group of cyclists has really gelled as a team, and we’re excited to explore more opportunities for cycle training in the future.

A huge thank you to Whaea Kay and Matua Wiremu for accompanying the team to Auckland and back, and a special shout-out to Matua Rua for his tireless work organizing training sessions, booking facilities, coordinating bike repairs, handling paperwork, and keeping everything running smoothly for the teams.

Our IRONMĀORI teams are brimming with talent and energy, and looking ahead to next year, we anticipate even more amazing achievements, including participants in the IRONMĀORI Napier Quarter and Half, as well as solo triathletes for Tamaki. We’re already excited for the 2025 season—bring it on! Kia Kaha, whanau!

Te Ākingamanawa : See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download16 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 09 November 2024

View/Download09 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

“E te rangatira, e Tā Robert (Bom) Gillies, haere atu rā ki te okiokinga. Kua ngaro te pou whakamutunga o te 28th (Māori) Battalion. Moe mai rā e te toa. E tangi ana te ngākau, e mihi ana ki tō whānau. Haere, haere, haere atu rā….”

Robert (Bom) Gillies, was the last surviving member of the 28th (Māori) Battalion…………. ”the last man standing”. Tā Robert was a prominent figure, not only as a war veteran but also for his role in preserving the memory and legacy of his fellow soldiers. His life serves as a reminder of the resilience, courage, and dedication of those who fought for our country.

Our Academy had the honour of spending time with him in Waitangi, in Rotorua and in Italy.
Yesterday the Academy, senior girls, OGs and staff travelled to Ngati Whakaue to the tangi. Shane Jones spoke for A Company. Our Boys sang the Italian waiata, Buono Notte beautifully, before a spine chilling haka. Moe mai ra e te rangatira…..moe mai ra…..it was a privilege!!!

We are under the gun whanau. Having sent a roopu down to represent us and A Company in Rotorua, today they arrived home at 2am…..then back at Kura, then down to Kaka Porowini marae to be part of the haka powhiri this evening, welcoming the Hikoi into Whangarei.
Tomorrow morning at 7.15am be at Kura – Academy dressed in 2A will take part in a ceremony at Laurie Hall Park to acknowledge Tā Bom with the Hikoi before they depart.
Plus – Paetata, Paetawhiti, Paerangi will also attend (No.1s) as well as our Paenuku Mangaroa Details have been emailed out!!!

Then – we regroup and all head off to Whangaruru Kapa haka festival on Thursday
Before – our Iron Maori teams pack and go to Tāmaki Friday, to compete on Saturday
Whuuuuu!!!

Kia pai to wiki…….Whaea Rae

 

 

Paenuku

Ko te rite, Whakarite!
He nui tonu ngā kai kua horahia ki te tāpou o te whare o Pāenuku i roto tēnei wahanga hei wānanga mā tātou. Ko te aronga matua i tēnei wahanga e hāngai pū ana ki ngā mahi a Tāne-Rore a Hine-Rēhia! I reka te tū ki Kaikohekohe, kā mutu e hīkaka katoa ana te whare ki te wānanga i ēnei o ngā akoranga rangatira, me te tū anō ki te tautoko i kaupapa kapa haka ki Ngāti Wai hei te wiki e hāere mai ana!

Kia Mahara Mai tātou – Important Dates:
Ngā iti Kahurangi Festival @ He Puna Ruku Mātauranga – Whangaruru – Rāpare 14th o Whiringa-ā-rangi (14/11/2024). Nau Mai e te whānau ki te tautoko i te kaupapa nui o te wā.
Poitūkohu – Basketball is still happening, Wednesday afternoons. Please keep up to date with email pānui with times and court details. Ngā Mihi.

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Ngā pūrongo week 4 
This past week, paetawhiti has been busy completing end-of-year assessments in both maths and literacy. It’s been incredibly rewarding to witness the progress made since the start of the year, especially as we see more positive attitudes emerging toward maths and writing.

in addition, paetawhiti and paetata are preparing to support the toitū te tiriti hikoi, which stands as a powerful movement to honor and uphold the treaty. Our students are getting ready to actively participate in parts of the hikoi, and we’re proud of the commitment they are showing to this kaupapa. It’s a meaningful experience for all, helping to deepen their understanding of the importance of tiriti and what it represents.

 

He Puna Ruku Mātauranga O Whangaruru: See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download09 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

Paerangi

Kia ora e te whanau,

The majority of Paerangi ākonga have completed their NCEA Level which they have been working towards this year.

Congratulations to Jerome Paki and Natalie Maihi-Hansen for completing NCEA
Level 1

Congratulations to the following students for completing NCEA Level 2:

Ngākupenga Tautari-Herrick Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd
Narima Ramach Kruize Cooper-Brown
Manawa Armstrong Raukura Keerako

Congratulations to Te Rauhina Tautari-Herrick and Helena Larkins for completing NCEA Level 3
Most of the remaining Paerangi ākonga are only 1-2 assessments away from finishing their NCEA and, with focus, should be done by the end of the week.

PLEASE NOTE
Paerangi Class Photos
– Tuesday 12th November
o Please ensure you are in your Number Ones.
• Boys – Long dress trousers, dress shoes, black socks, ironed school shirt.
• Girls – Ballet flat style shoes, stockings, long or short skirt, ironed school shirt.
• Academy Boys – also need 2A uniform (Whaea Jackie will sort with you)

Graduation & Prize Giving (Year 11 – 13)
– Friday 22nd November
o Don’t forget prize giving and Graduation Dinner where we will be celebrating everyone’s hard work and farewelling our Year 13 students.
o More information will be out to whanau soon.

Ngā mihi
Matua Ropata and Whaea Brenda

 

Te Ākingamanawa : See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download09 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 4 MB

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 01 November 2024

View/Download01 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Ka timata ahau i te panui ki te mōhio ki tētahi mahi tino pai!!!
Im going to start the panui this week acknowledging the outstanding achievement, tino kaha, of our very own Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd at the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) Northland Regional Awards. Tai was our only rep this year at the YES Awards, up against high schools 4x our size. Again and again our Kura punches above its weight and this year, Tai did just that.
There were 10+ others named in the Financial Management section and Tai took it out!!!

And more!!!……as we head into the last two weeks of the year I wish to acknowledge Paerangi (Years 11-13). Most of our senior ākonga have finished or near finished NCEA. I am so proud of their effort and achievements.

Kia pai to wiki
Whaea Rae

 

Kia Tū Rangatira Aī

On Thursday night, out of 92 Northland teams and 20 finalists, Taihoronukurangi Porter-Lloyd won a top award at the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) Northland Regional Awards 2024.

He won the Bridge Advisory Excellence in Financial Management for his Battle Belts business, which creates Māori-designed weightlifting belts for safe, comfortable, high-performance lifting at the gym. As well as this, he was one of three finalists in the BDO Award: Excellence in Rangatahi Māori Business. Congratulations, Tai…..

Also, a big mihi to Whaea Ataria for teaching and mentoring Tai this year, our only Business student. With a brand-new baby to look after this year she still managed to find time and energy to support Tai with this work and was always adaptable, positive and knowledgeable. Thank you, Whaea Ataria.

 

Paenuku

Kia Māori – Kia Matau – Kia Tū Rangatira Ai
He aha te tou o te ringa wiri? He aro ki te hā a Hine Rēhia. a Tānerore pakia! Ko te Hinerehia, ā, Tane Rore. Kia Tū Rangatira, Tu Māori ai te apōpōtanga.
KO AHAU KI RARO, WHAKAITI KEI RUNGA. KO PAENUKU E TŪ NEI!

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Ngā pūrongo week 3 
Tēnā koutou e te whānau. kua tere haere te wahanga tuawha o te tau nei nō reira. Ānei mātou mo te wiki tuatoru ki ngā whare o paetata me paetawhiti. In week 3, paetata and paetawhiti whare have been actively preparing for iron māori through dedicated sessions in running, cycling, and swimming. paetata has been particularly impressive, with some students stepping up as sports leaders, showing really good tuakana teina skills by guiding their teina down at paenuku. The whanaungatanga between paetata and paetawhiti has created a lively atmosphere, especially during the Friday afternoon stem challenges, where each whare gets creative and competitive. The positive energy and team spirit have kept everyone motivated and engaged. making each week even more exciting.

 

He Puna Ruku Mātauranga O Whangaruru: See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download01 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Paerangi

Kia ora e te whanau,
We are on the wind down to the end of year for Paerangi. This means, there’s only 2 weeks (10 days) officially left to complete NCEA/UE on time. It is great to see the majority of our ākonga closing in on last assessments. We are now looking at the quality of their credits, with opportunities to boost the level of NCEA from achieved to merit/excellence.
It is also important: we maintain our high standards around attendance, uniform, no phones, and most importantly academic effort……No falling off the waka now!!!

PLEASE NOTE DATES:
This week:
– Mon 4th–Fri 8th Nov: NCEA/UE &Training for Iron Māori (if on the team)

Next week:
– Monday 11th Nov:
1. NCEA Level 2 Te Reo Māori Exam
2. Class photos for Paerangi (in No.1 & 2A for Academy)
3. End of Year reports emailed to whanau
4. Sign out day, IF NCEA/UE is complete
5. Toitū Te Tiriti Hikoi powhiri Porowini marae 5pm

– Tuesday-12-14th Completing NCEA/UE for those who havent finished
Iron Māori Training for those in a TEAM

– Friday 15th Nov Iron Māori Teams leave in afternoon for Tāmaki

– Saturday 16th Nov Iron Māori in Tāmaki

• Friday 22nd Nov – Senior Prize giving and Year 13 Graduation

NOTE: Monday 11th November – For your Paerangi class photos & the Powhiri
– Please ensure you are in your Number Ones.
• Boys – Long dress trousers, dress shoes, black socks, ironed school shirt.
• Girls – Ballet flat style shoes, stockings, long or short skirt, ironed school shirt.
• Academy Boys – also need 2A uniform (Whaea Jackie will sort with you)

Ngā mihi
Matua Ropata and Whaea Brenda

 

Tuakana Hauora,

RFL Fitness & IronMāori

: See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download01 November 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 26 October 2024

View/Download26 October 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Tihei mauri ora
Ki te wheiao
Ki te ao mārama
Tihei wa mauri ora….
Ki ngā mate o te wā, haere, haere, haere oki atu rā.
Mate atu he tētē kura ko koutou tēnā haere.
Ara mai ra he tētē kura ko tātou tēnei kia ora anō tātou katoa
Ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa
Anō ki a tātou kua hoki hoki mai ki te wāhanga tuawhā o te tau kura
Me te wā ātaahua o te Kōanga.
Nau piki mai,
Nau kake mai,
Tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou, tēnā koutou katoa
Mauri ora!!

Nā, Matua Gene

Theres a lot in this panui to enjoy, so I won’t take up too much space. Just to say that the Term 4 focus is on Kia Mātau…..
– Aromatawai (assessments)
– Marautanga (curriculum)
– Whakamahere (planning)
– Pūrongo (reports)
– NCEA and UE ākonga will be hounded to get their last bits of work done and dusted
We will continue with kapahaka practice though and Iron Māori training starts in earnest in prep for Tāmaki Basketball is happening every Wednesday for Paenuku A date for our Term 4 Whanau Hui is still to be determined…..Let’s finish the year strong!
Enjoy the panui!!!

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

 

Paenuku

Paenuku wananga, paenuku huhua
whakapono, tumanako, me te aroha e.. ko te mea nui o enei ko te aroha tihei wa mauri ora e!.

Mauri Tu, Mauri Ora.
anei nga paenga, nga hua o paenuku I eke ki te papa tu waewae ki te pu o te wheke..

I tū rangatira rawa te kapa Paenuku Teina i te wiki hua hipa, i Kaikohe, ā, he tino whakahihi mātou katoa ki a rātou! He ataahua, he mārie, a, he māia hoki rātou i runga i te papa whakatū waewae. Nōku te maringanui ki te mātakitaki i te pūkenga me te pūāwai o ngā tamariki nei, me te rongo i tō rātou māia me tō rātou manawanui ki te whakaatu i ngā tāonga tuku iho o tō tātou iwi

Ko tō rātou tū pakari i runga i te papa, me te mārama ki ngā tikanga o ngā waiata me ngā haka i whakawhiwhia ai ki te katoa he kare ā-roto, he whakaiti hoki ki ngā pumanawa o tēnei reanga rangatahi. He mihi tēnei ki ngā kaiako, ki ngā kaiāwhina, me ngā whānau katoa i tautoko, i poipoi i tēnei kapa kia eke ai ki te taumata teitei nei. Mā te wā ka tū ano a Paenuku Teina ki te ao, ki te pō, ā, mā rātou te ao e whakamiharo anō.

He whakatauaki nā tā hemi henare

“Kua Tawhiti kē to haerenga mai, kia kore e haere tonu. He nui rawa o Mahi, kia kore e mahi tonu”

“You have come to far not to go further, you have done to much not to do more”

Hei whakamaumahara: Friendly Reminder.

  • Matariki auction art pieces needing to collect from paenuku.
  • summer is back all akonga must wear school bucket hats this term
  • head liece is coming back into kura. please if you need any awhi we have treatment at the kura come down and let us know we can help

 

 

Paenuku/Paetata kapa haka

A huge mihi to all of our tamariki that performed last Saturday at Papa Hawaiki in Kaikohe. All the hard work showed in their performance on stage and for a lot of these ākonga it was their first time performing and definitely not their last time.

We are very proud of their mahi and really excited moving forward with this kaupapa.

I would like to thank all those people who helped to organise, dress, compose, train, moko, feed, offer support, etc. “Ko te amorangi ki mua, ko te hāpai o ki muri”

Our tamariki would not be where they are without the amazing support that everyone gave to make our ākonga, look, feel, and perform amazingly. So, thank you all so much. It is a proud moment when you watch our kapa deliver a stella performance like they did on Saturday.

Some kaihaka are already missing kapa haka and some are wanting to know when the next campaign will start. I say to them, let’s have a rest first and then we can start on the next campaign. For those students moving through to Paetawhiti next year, we will be starting very soon with Tai Tokerau Festival 2025 and Kura Tuarua Regional competitions as well.

Nō reira e ngā kaihaka o te Kapa Haka o Te Kāpehu Whetū Tuakana, ka nui ngā mihi nui ki a koutou katoa. Ko tā koutou tū, I tū rangatira ai, i whai atu i te pou kia matau hoki ki roto i ngā mahi haka me te mea anō hoki i tū Māori mai katoa katoa koutou. Nō reira mauri ora ki a koutou katoa.

Matua Ropata

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Ngā pūrongo
In week 2 at whare paetata and paetawhiti, the learning journey continues to build momentum. Paetawhiti students are actively exploring their future pathways, and gaining insight into various career opportunities by visiting local businesses in Whangarei. With guidance from Whaea Petina, career pathways have become an integral part of the weekly schedule, providing students with a broader perspective on what their futures could hold and fostering curiosity about the possibilities available within their own community.

Meanwhile, paetata has shifted back to academics after a dynamic two months focused on kapa haka. Students are now settling back into a rhythm of study, preparing for the remainder of term 4 with renewed energy. This term also marks a shift toward a more collaborative approach across the three tuakana whare, where students and pouako from different whare come together to share and build knowledge. This partnership strengthens the learning environment, fostering a sense of whanaungatanga (kinship) and enabling students to learn from a diverse array of perspectives.

 

Paerangi

Kia ora e te whānau welcome back to the last term of the year. Paerangi students have just a few assessments remaining for the year. Those who complete all required assessments by November 7th will be able to finish their school year early. However, students with outstanding work will need to continue attending until all requirements are met. Final academic reports will be issued on November 7th, detailing any remaining assessments.

Please continue to ensure that your tamaiti has their correct uniform when they come to kura, we have some students slacking of in this area after a generally well presented year. This also includes sports uniform as well.

As well as our NCEA mahi we have other kaupapa we are working on. Over the next 3 weeks ākonga will be learning waiata in preparation for Te Tai Tokerau Festival 2025 and also Kura Tuarua Regional Competitions as well. Training for Iron Māori is also well under way, more information around this event will be in next week’s panui.

We also have RFL fitness which Paerangi ākonga are still required to improve on. With the end of Platoon Challenges, we have introduced Whare Wero at the end of the day Friday. Each whare will rotate through the 3 different challenges for the 3 weeks to find the ultimate winning whare. Paerangi started with their whare pouako, Matua Rua and Whaea Brenda. We might not have had the most skilled workers or creativity thinking but whanaungatanga, laughter and enjoyment were a great feeling to end the week with. We’ll see how the other whare go with this wero in the coming weeks.

Let’s finish the year on a high e te whānau keep our ākonga on par with completing their mahi.

Keep the date of 22nd November free for our Paerangi prize giving and graduation, more information will be coming in the next few weeks.

Ngā mihi
Matua Ropata and Whaea Brenda

 

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Mahi Rangatira: See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download26 October 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 21 October 2024

View/Download21 October 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Wow, what a start we have had already. This term week 1 started off down at Maumahara. There we had a pōwhiri to welcome four new tamariki and Matua Nathan to Te Kāpehu Whetū Teina
(Paenuku). Matua Nathan will be helping in our akomanga over the term working alongside our Pouako. He brings with him years of experience and a lot of knowledge with him; we look forward to having him in the kura. It has been a massive first week back for our kura. Tamariki trained hard to finalize their bracket for the Kapa Haka Regionals. Lots of hard work, time, and effort went into learning their bracket and they all did Te Kāpehu Whetū, their whanau, and themselves proud. A big shout out to our tutors Whaea Sam, Matua Gene, and Whaea Erana who worked hard alongside our tamariki to get them stage-ready. We also thank all the kaimahi who put in the hours behind the scenes to awhi where needed. Like the saying goes “It takes a village” and the village pulled together to achieve something to be extremely proud of.

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

 

Kapa Haka Regional Results

Unofficial Results
5 Roopu to represent Te Tai Tokerau
1st – Te Rangianiwaniwa
2nd – Te Pū O Te Wheke
3rd – Kawakwa
4th – Te Rawhitiroa
5th – Horahora

 

Iron Māori Update

Kia ora koutou,
We are excited to announce that training has kicked off for the IRONMĀORI Tāmaki 2024 triathlon, happening on Saturday, 16th November! Our students are gearing up for the event, with those keen to compete working hard in their individual disciplines of either cycling, swimming, or running. For our non-competitive students, training is still full steam ahead as they focus on building their aerobic fitness and muscular endurance.

A big mihi to all the students who have stepped up to the challenge of working towards selection in our 2024 Iron Māori triathlon squad. We are proud of your commitment and determination as you begin this exciting journey toward participating in such an inspiring event. Ka mau te wehi! Keep up the fantastic work! Mauri ora,

Matua Rua

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 11 October 2024

View/Download11 October 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

A reminder that Kura starts back this coming Monday 14th. ALL current ākonga to be at Maumahara by 9am in uniform.

We will welcome 2 new staff and 5 new ākonga this term. The Powhiri starts at 9.30am. Once the powhiri is complete, we will bus Paenuku back down to Tarewa. The new staff starting are:

– Matua Neville Tohu who will be working with Matua Moses as Pou Awhina providing sports programmes and mentoring to our ākonga, particularly our Tai tama tāne.

– Matua Nathan Warner, an experienced Pou Ako starting as a Pou Awhina, will be based down at Paenuku supporting staff with day to day delivery of our programme.

The first week of term is all about prep for Kapahaka regionals on Saturday 18th October.

– Paenuku will practice their bracket right through the week and then will stay over Friday night. They will be up at 5am, prepped and leaving for Kaikohe at 6am. They are first on at 8.30am.

– Paetata to arrive at Kura by 5am Saturday morning, prep and leave for Kaikohe at 8.30am and on stage at 11.30am. They have been practicing right through the second week of holidays.

Whaea Kerrian will send permission slips today and more information to whanau during the week. Please return these so we can confirm our numbers and of course
JOIN US IN KAIKOHE NEXT SATURDAY FOR THE 2x PERFOMANCES.

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

 

Paetawhiti/Paerangi

During the holidays we ran a Work Ready Programme – 13 ākonga put their hand up to take part The idea behind the programme was:

– To give ākonga a taste of work
– The legal requirements they need to be aware of to work
– The obligations to an employer

We will share some of the stories over the next few weeks:

 

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behavior management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 27 September 2024

View/Download27 September 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora koutou e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū,

Term 3 – “Mahi kua oti”…..done and dusted!!!

Its been an tino pukumahi term with both kura sites, Teina and Tuakana, prepping for Regional Kapa Haka, in Kaikohe, first week of Term 4.

I’d like to mihi to our Pouako and Pouawhina for ensuring we had cover and our programme of learning continued despite staff being down and out māuiui.

Welcome back Whaea Lu!!

See you next term Whaea Hera!!…..we got this!!

Tai Tokerau Regional Kapahaka is Sat 18th & Sun 19th October, in Kaikohe.

It’s 1st week back of Term 4. Paenuku and Paetata are on Saturday morning!!!

Our Teina are first kapa on at 8.30am

Our Tuakana are on at 11.30am Because of the early start, we are planning to have Paenuku stay at Kura Friday evening. We will get them up early, prep them to head to Kaikohe.

More information to whanau soon.

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

Paenuku

NAU MAI, HOKI MAI KI NGĀ AKOMANGA O MEREMERE, ME TŪAHIAHI!

Ko te kaupapa motuhake ō tēnei wāhanga tuatoru o te tau, Ko tēnei, Te Tū Rangatira.

E ako ana mātou I ngā āhuatanga ā te Rangatira. Me ngā pakiwaitara e pā ana kia, Māui. Kia wetewete I ētahi kōrero, pūrākau e hāngai ana kia Māui me wā tātou nei Tino Rangatira nō konei mai te Tai Tokerau.

Tēnei mātou e maioha atu nei, e mihi nei, Tēnā rā tātou katoa, manawatia te māhi o te rangatira.

Nei rā ka rere ngā mihi kia koutou te whānau o Te Kāpehu Whetū whānui i huihuia mai ki te whakanui i te kaupapa whakahirahira o te wā nei. Nau Mai Rā te tau hōu Māori, Rauhī mai e ngā hua nui o Te Mātahi o Te Tau.

E kaha ana e ngā tamariki o Paenuku ki te hanga tāonga, māhi toi, mō te rā mākete. He ngākaunuitia tēnei mō ngā tamariki, e māhi tahi ana, kia kite atu I ngā hua kua pūawaitia e ngā tamariki hei whakamana, hei hiki hei tautoko i te kaupapa e aha tēnei mea te Tū Rangatira me ōna tūahuatanga katoatia.

HE HUIHUINGA TANGATA O PAENUKU WHĀNUI!

He miharo katoa ngā iho pū manawa o Meremere me Tūahiahi ki te whakarite i ngā māhinga toi e hāngai ana ki Te tū Rangatira, ko ngā tūmomo māhi toi, rāranga, whakakarakara tīhate, hanga tititōrea anō hoki. Māhi nui i roto i tēnei wahanga, e mihi kau ake ana kia kōutou kātoa.

Tū Rangatira, Tū Whakangahau I roto I taku Reo Māori e!

‘KIA KOTAHI TE WHAKAARO, KIA TŪ TAHI AI TĀTOU’

Inā te mahi he rangatira. Tēnei kā mihi ki ngā tamariki kātoa e tino pūmau ana ki ngā tikanga o Paenuku.

E ako ana rātou i ngā tūāhuatanga o te māhi rangatira. He tino pai kia rātou te mātakitaki ati i ngā kiriata e pā ana kia Māui he tipua, me ētahi atu kōrero tuki iho e pā ana ki ō tātou tino Rangatira e pēra ana kia Kupe, me Nukutāwhiti kia Rāhiri anō hoki.

Miharo rawa, i tā kōutou kaha, ki te ako, ki te mau kia ū ki te kaupapa ako. E pau kaha ana koutou ki te whakaatu mai i tō koutou nei mōhiotanga, māramatanga ki ngā kaupapa motuhake o te wā. Kia kaha tonu tamariki mā, kia maia, kia manawanui. E tū rangatira ai koutou, e tū whakahirahira, Kia māori, kia mātau, kia tū rangatira ai. Mauri ora kia tātou.

TE WHAKANGŪNGŪ PUKENGA WHUTUPORO TĀHAE RIPENE

I puta ngā rangatira ki te whakatinana i o rātou nei pukenga whakapakari whakaako whutuporo tāhae ripene . I tēnei wiki. Ahakoa ngā mahi nui mō te Kaupapa o Tū rangatira, I tutuki tonu ia rātou te tautoko I te Kaupapa. Kā nui te mihi e taitamariki mā.

Paetata Ko Paetawhiti

KIA ORA mai tātou e te whānau.

Week 10 in Paetata and Paetawhiti Whare:

We wrapped up the term with some great activities. The RFL end-of-term fitness assessment was a highlight, where everyone gave their best effort. Kapa haka practice also continued showcasing their commitment heading into Kapa Haka regionals week 1 of term 4.

Thursday was a fun and relaxed mufti day, complete with a BBQ for students, which brought everyone together. We were fortunate to have Whaea Te Rina from Auckland University visit to talk about university pathways and inspire future aspirations.

We also had engaging presentations for Te Reo Māori, where students showcased their leaming and growth.

It was a fantastic week to finish the term on a high note. Have a great holiday break, and we’ll see you all in Term 4.

 

Paetata/Paetata Kapa Haka

Week 2 Holidays
Monday 7 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 8 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 9 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday 10 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 11 October 10:00am – 3:00pm

Week 1 Term 4
Monday 14 October 9:00am- 3:00pm
Tuesday 15 October 9:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday 16 October 9:00 am -3:00pm
Thursday 17 October 9:00am – 3:00pm
Friday 18 October Leave for marae

Saturday 19 October Primary/Intermediate Kapa Haka Regional Competition

 

Paerangi

KIA ORA whānau,

As we near the end of Term 3 and with Term 4 fast approaching, it’s important to acknowledge that this will be a quick turnaround for our tauira (students). There is a limited period available to complete all assessments before the year wraps up.

Please be reminded that any students who do not complete their assessments by the deadline will be required to remain at kura (school) until all mahi (work) is finished.

We encourage everyone to use the upcoming break to rest and recharge, but also to plan and ensure that all outstanding work is completed in time.

Have a safe and restful holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone ready for Term 4!

Ngā manaakitanga, The Paerangi Team

 

IRON MĀORI Update

Kia ora koutou,

We’re excited to announce that training has kicked off for the IRON MĀORI Tāmaki 2024 triathlon, happening on Saturday, 16th November! Our students are gearing up for the event, with those keen to compete working hard in their individual disciplines of either cycling, swimming, or running. For our non-competitive students, training is still full steam ahead as they focus on building their aerobic fitness and muscular endurance.

A big mihi to all the students who have stepped up to the challenge of working towards selection in our 2024 IronMaori triathlon squad. We’re proud of your commitment and determination as you begin this exciting journey toward participating in such an inspiring event. Ka mau te wehi! Keep up the fantastic work!

Mauri ora, Matua Rua

 

Breakaway Programme  –  See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download27 September 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behaviour management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 21 September 2024

View/Download21 September 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū

Week 9 of Term 3: One week to go……
Paenuku finally moved into their new prefabs permanently and are using one prefab as the whare for Mangaroa while the other one is used as the whare for group practices and hui. The kitchen has been installed and will be fully operational by Term 4, enabling Paenuku to lunch in one space. I had the opportunity to attend morning karakia and watch their kapahaka practice. Beautiful to
see our Teina putting all their effort into our tikanga and kaupapa.

I also had the privilege to be invited to the farewell of 6 members of Ngati Whatua Trust Board, including Dame Naida Glavish. Dame Naida has been part of the board for nearly 30 years and leaves it in good stead. Our Tuakana ākonga were also invited to performed waiata and haka.

NOTE: with Whaea Hera and Lu away, we have decided to move Market Day out to Term 4 – TBC

Kia pai to wiki!

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

 

Paenuku

NUKU ANA MĀUI
NUKU ANA MATAU
WAITĀ KI TAI
WAITĀ KI UTA
PAENUKU HI, PAENUKU HĀ!

Kia ora koutou,
Paenuku tamariki have been working hard this week to prepare for the upcoming Kapa haka regionals in October. Thank you Whaea Erana, Whaea Sam and matua Gene for stepping in to get our roopu ready. This is fast approaching and everyone is giving their all to be ready to take the stage. There will be a panui coming out with important information
in regards to training times and regionals. Please keep an eye out for this panui.

In between kapa haka training we have had the privilege of having Matua Mohi and Matua Nev come down and do some hakinakina with our ākonga. It has been awesome to watch the ākonga get out there and have fun while doing active movement.
Thank you Matua Mohi and Matua Nev for helping out!!!

Whaea Toni

 

Paenuku/Paetawhiti

This week, paetata and paetawhiti have been actively engaged in different areas of development. For paetata and paenuku, kapa haka practices have been running for four consecutive days. The students are showing great dedication, and their performances are steadily improving their timing, confidence, and synchronization are strengthening, and they are building strong connections as a group. The commitment they’ve displayed will surely lead to a powerful final performance.

Paetawhiti, on the other hand, has been focusing on a growth mindset. They’ve been exploring what it means to be a rangatira for oneself before being able to lead and give to others. This self-reflective work has encouraged students to look at their personal goals, resilience, and the importance of self-leadership. They are learning that leading by example starts from within, building a strong foundation for contributing positively to their whānau and wider community. With just one week left before the final term of the year, both whare are making significant strides toward their respective goals. It’s been a productive and reflective week for all!

 

Paetata/Paetata Kapa Haka

Kia ora koutou,

Note: Change in Training Schedule for Kapa Haka Regional Campaign 2024

Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau!
Aroha mai we have had to change the training schedule for our kapa haka. Practice was meant to be during the first week of the holidays however due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to change the holiday training schedule to Week 2 of the holidays instead.
Please check the new practice schedule for the changes.

Kapa Haka Training Schedule
Week 10 – Term 3 – THIS WEEK
Monday 23 September 9:00am – 3:00pm
Tuesday 24 September 9:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday 25 September 9:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday 26 September 9:00am – 3:00pm

Week 1 Holidays No Training!!!

Week 2 Holidays
Monday 7 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 8 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 9 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday 10 October 10:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 11 October 10:00am – 3:00pm

Week 1 Term 4
Monday 14 October 9:00am- 3:00pm
Tuesday 15 October 9:00am – 3:00pm
Wednesday 16 October 9:00 am -3:00pm
Thursday 17 October 9:00am – 3:00pm
Friday 18 October Leave for marae

Saturday 19 October Primary/Intermediate Kapa Haka Regional Competition

 

Paerangi

As we approach the end of the term, our Paerangi students are hard at work, tying up the loose ends of their mahi and preparing for a strong finish. It has been a term full of growth, learning, and service, and the students have been especially dedicated to completing their projects with excellence.

A key part of our weekly rhythm has been the trips to the farm on Thursdays, where students get hands on with the land, helping to maintain and beautify the gardens. These visits offer a wonderful opportunity for students to connect with nature, contribute to their community, and learn valuable lessons in sustainability and teamwork. The garden work not only enriches their academic journey but also fosters a sense of responsibility and service to the environment.

As we finish this term, we encourage students to stay focused and finish strong. Whether it’s completing projects, wrapping up garden work, or reflecting on their personal and academic growth, the end of term is a time to celebrate all that has been achieved and look ahead to the future with excitement.

Kia kaha, Paerangi! Let’s bring this term to a positive and powerful close.

Matua Ropata

 

IRON MĀORI Update

Kia ora koutou,

We’re excited to announce that training has kicked off for the IRON MĀORI Tāmaki 2024 triathlon, happening on Saturday, 16th November! Our students are gearing up for the event, with those keen to compete working hard in their individual disciplines of either cycling, swimming, or running. For our non-competitive students, training is still full steam ahead as they focus on building their aerobic fitness and muscular endurance.

A big mihi to all the students who have stepped up to the challenge of working towards selection in our 2024 IronMaori triathlon squad. We’re proud of your commitment and determination as you begin this exciting journey toward participating in such an inspiring event. Ka mau te wehi! Keep up the fantastic work!

Mauri ora, Matua Rua

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment, especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well-researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behaviour management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


Raewyn Tipene 
POUHERE

Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

Pānui ā Kura – 14 September 2024

View/Download14 September 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Pouhere

Kia ora e te whanau o Te Kāpehu Whetū

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori!!
Piki mai…..Kake mai…..Whakatau mai ra!!
Kua tatū nei koutou
Ki runga i te reo karanga o te wiki o te reo Māori

He wiki whakamiharo ta matou i tera wiki………….

At Paenuku we had Whaea Hera and Whaea Lu out māuiui. Our staff stepped up as they always do and carried the week for us. Whaea Erana led our daily kapahaka practice with Whaea Sam and Matua Gene supporting. Whaea Faith coordinated the week with support from Whaea Petina and Whaea Arohaina, with Whaea Del, Matua Stanko, Matua Rua and Year 10 ākonga, backing up.

Paetata spent the whole week at AIMs games and from all accounts it was a huge success. Looking forward to hearing about it from Pouako and ākonga. That left Paerangi and the year 9s from Paetawhiti back at Dent Street doing the mahi!!

On Thursday, they all went to see Encanto, kei roto i te reo Māori. While on Friday, Paetawhiti and Paerangi spend the afternoon at the pools
What a week it was!!

NOTE: with Whaea Hera and Lu away, we have decided to move Market Day out to Term 4 – TBC

Kia pai to wiki!

Ngā mihi
Whaea Rae

 

Paenuku

Whakawhetaitanga
We at Paenuku would like to express our greatest gratitude to Whaea Erana, Matua Gene & Whaea Sam for all your mahi during kapahaka and keeping us on track in the preparations for regionals. We would also like to give a special thanks to Whaea Petina, Matua Stanko, Whaea Kei, Matua Rua, and Ezra Toi and Cuvier Jackson for supporting our paenuku pouako and akonga throughout this week.

It was awesome having Ezra Toi and Cuvier Jackson here at Paenuku this week, it really showcased the importance of tuakana – teina relationships and how this concept benefits our younger tamaiti to be confident, successful leaders.

Ezra and Cuvier’s main mission was to support our taimaiti with their high energies, from what i observed it was quite the opposite and these two young men had zero energy left by the time we got to paramanawa!
However, a special thank you to the both of you for your efforts during this week, We loved having you on-site and look forward to seeing both of you in and around Paenuku more often.

 

Paenuku/paetata kapa haka

Kia ora koutou,
REMINDER: KAPA HAKA TRAINING STARTS BACK UP THIS WEEK
We are drawing closer to the kapa haka regionals that take place in Kaikohe on the 19th of October 2024 (End of Week 1 Term 4).

Below is the outline of the training schedule moving forward from here. It is important that your tamaiti/tamariki attend all trainings and come prepared, knowing every item, so that we can continue to progress with our bracket.

As always, we want to ensure that our kapa put their best foot forward. We have an exciting bracket with lots of new elements, and we will need each practice to perfect each item.

As the competition date approaches, we will send out another pānui outlining performance times and the travel schedule. This will include a list of items each tamaiti will need for the performance.

If you have any questions or queries, please don’t hesitate to contact Matua Ropata, Whaea Hera, or Staff Louis.

Nō reira ka nui ēnei kōrero mō tēnei wā.
Ngā Kaiako Kapa Haka

Kapa Haka Training Schedule:
Week 9 During kura hours Monday-Wednesday
Week 10 During kura hours Monday-Tuesday-Thursday
Week 1 Holidays Monday-Friday 9am-5pm at tuakana kura site
Week 2 Holiday No training
Week 1 Term 4 During school hours Monday-Thursday
Week 1 Term 4 Friday Leave kura for marae TBC
Saturday 19 October Primary/Intermediate Kapa Haka Regional Competition

 

Paetata/Paetawhiti

Week 8 Term 3
What’s been happening this week?

Aims Games 2024
The 2024 Aims Games in Tauranga was an unforgettable experience for Paetata, who participated in not just one, but three sports: table tennis, rippa rugby, and netball. Over the course of six action-packed days. Paetata gave it their all, demonstrating determination, skill, and resilience, both in victories and defeats.

Rippa rugby was all about speed, strategy, and teamwork. Paetata’s team experienced both the thrill of victory and the sting of defeat, but each watch brought them closer as a unit. There were games where their defense held strong, and they emerged victorious with some impressive tries. Other times, the opposing teams found gaps in their defense, leading to some losses. However, even in those moments, the camaraderie within the team never faltered. Each player learned the importance of communication, trust, and supporting one another on the field. Thank you to staff Louis and Matua Mohi for coaching and managing the rippa team.

Paetata Netball
Netball presented a different challenge-coordination and teamwork were paramount. Paetata worked hard to execute plays, moving swiftly around the court. Some games ended in victory, with excellent shooting and defense securing their wins. However, there were also losses where the opposing teams were just that little bit sharper. Regardless of the outcome, the netball matches highlighted the importance of playing as a cohesive unit, where every pass and intercept contributed to the bigger picture. Thank you to Whaea Toni and Whaea Kerrian for coaching and managing the netball team.

Paetata Table Tennis
Drey and Te Morehu our two man table tennis duo held it down for paetata. The table tennis matches were a real test for the boys that required focus and precision. They faced tough competitors, some with years of experience. while a few matches were lost in narrow margins, there were also moments of triumph, with several hard-fought wins. The intensity at the table tennis events reminded us that patience and quick reflexes are key to success in this sport. Overall our boys had fun, picking up new skills and showcasing moves that they had been working on over the past term.. well done Tama Mā. Thank you to Whaea Mere and Whaea Terryann for daily transport and keeping a watchful eye on the boys.

 

Paerangi

Tēnā tātou katoa.
It was a quiet week at tuakana site without Paetata and the Year 10 ākonga, but there was no time for rest with the Year 11’s having multiple assessments to complete this week. But we did take time out to join the rest of the kura at the movie, can’t pass up the opportunity for some whanaungatanga and popcorn!

As the end of the term gets closer Paerangi will have more and more assessments needing to be complete. Some of these can be worked on at home to help them get finished faster.

The more mahi done now, the earlier ākonga get to go on term break. Wasting time and not focusing now will mean spending more of summer inside at kura, the choice is yours!

Ngā mihi
Whaea Brenda

 

Hauora  –  See the Panui PDF for this section View/Download14 September 2024 Pānui PDF / 1 MB

Attendance

PLEASE NOTE:

Along with disallowing cell phones and IT devices from being used in Kura (unless part of a lesson and allowed for learning by Pouako) another Government policy being measured is Student Attendance.  See below:

The Government has set a target of 70% regular attendance for every student each term for 2024

Attendance is linked to both student wellbeing and to attainment. Ministry of Education insights studies show that attending Kura regularly is, on average, associated with more positive wellbeing outcomes.  Attendance is also linked to student attainment especially in secondary students.

Although we have a good attendance rate across the Kura, it can be better.  Our attendance across both sites is usually around mid-high 70s.

We understand that there are valid and important reasons for ākonga to be out of school at times and this is ok but please let the tari know when and why your child is absent.

Tari Year 7-13 ring Whaea Jackie: (09) 955 9996

Tari Year 1-6 ring Whaea Sam: (09) 438 8033

Automated text notification of absence

We have reinitiated our automated text message system for absences starting next week.  If your child is marked with an unknown absence in the morning on an automatic text message will be sent to the primary caregiver(s) to notify them.

Thank you very much to all whanau who have responded to these texts either by replying or contacting the office.  This has made a significant difference to the number of unjustified absences we have.

 

Policies

Te Kāpehu Whetū has worked with SchoolDocs to create a website for our policies and procedures.

The school works on a subscription basis with SchoolDocs to maintain, update, and review our policies. SchoolDocs provides us with a comprehensive core set of policies, which have been well researched and align with the National Education and Learning Priorities. The policies and procedures are tailored to our school, and the school supplies specific information such as our charter, and procedures for behaviour management, reporting to parents, etc.

SchoolDocs updates, modifies, or creates policies in response to changes in legislation or Ministry guidelines, significant events, reviews/requests from schools, and regular reviewing from the SchoolDocs team. Our school board has the opportunity to view changes/additions and comment on them before they are implemented.

We invite you to visit the site at School Docs

 

Kaupapa

We believe passionately in our culture, our people, our ākonga, and we know that through hard work, commitment, and focused support they will achieve within the Kura and beyond. We do this hereby acknowledging the 28 Māori Battalion and the price paid for citizenship, so that ‘we’ can “Navigate Māori Futures”.

To do this we commit to success in all its forms:

Kia Māori – Be Māori – Be

An education that validates Māori knowledge and ways of learning.

Kia Mātau – Be Knowledgeable – Know

Encouraging innovation, inquiry, the development of specialised knowledge and skills.

Kia Tū Rangatira Ai – Be Rangatira – Do

Development of strong character and personal excellence, living with mana.

 


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Important Dates

See Calendar for Key Events

 

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