Pō Whakanui - Māori Success 2024

Pō whakanui i o tātou kohine o te manaa tapu o hehu

17 October 2024

Tupuārangi

The first award Tupuārangi is described as a star that represents gratitude and, appreciation. 

This award goes to a student in recognition of her mahi towards sharing of herself in the work of our tupuna. This student has shared her skills and her time to others.

The students who have shone in this area are: Tracey Tupuivao, Kelaiah Rahui-Lawton, Bella Kilkelly, Alice Hoerara-Hunt, Alyssa Aoina, Amelia Baker, Sophie Martin, Rayner Gilbert

Our shining star is Alice Hoerara-Hunt 

Waipunarangi

Our second award is te tohu mo te whetu Waipunarangi.  The star Waipunarangi reminds us that what you give to other comes back to you.  

This award goes to a student in her extraordinary commitment to her Te Reo Māori me ona tikanga. Who shares her knowledge of Mātauranga Māori to make connections with other students. This award is presented to a student who has shone in her work in Te Reo Māori and demonstrated aspects of Tikanga.

The students who have shone for this award are: Hinetai Porter-Samuels, Logan Crawford, Aiymani Taueki, Harmony Mohi-Elliott, Rhylee Boxer-Johnson, Tracey Tupuivao, Kori Hodges, Meah Brown, Haylen Clark, Mollie Mato

The shining star receiving the award Waipunarangi is Tracey Tupuivao 

Tupuānuku

The third award is the Tupuānuku award.  Tupuānuku is linked to Papatūānuku and the produce from the land.

The Tupuānuku award goes to a student who has demonstrated kindness and humility and demonstrates, school values.

The stars for this award are: Kataliya Tamihana, Yasmin Holsted-Russo, Bella Kilkelly, Armani Matenga, Ella Kumar, Jas Mita, Alyssa Aoina, Leilani Stempa-Gray, Jacey Morgan, Keira Jordan, Rangitiare Graham, Maia Pikari, Molly Carroll, Acacia Hemera, Madison Bewley, Payton Mason, Meah Brown, Mia Barnes, Jordyn Gardiner, Kori Hodges, Allysha Swan

Our shining star for this award goes to Jas Mita 

Hiwa-i-te-rangi

Our fourth award te tohu mo te whetu Hiwa-i-te-rangi is connected to growth and shows promise for the future. 

Hiwa-i-te-rangi is the youngest of all the stars in the cluster so it is fitting this award will go to a young achiever. Someone who has shown great potential in her schoolwork and in everything that she does for her education.

The nominees for this award are: Azura Jurgens, Yvie Iti, Mārie Winitana-Patelesio, Madeleine Wilson, Eva Roil, Paris Matenga Pender, Marley Adams, Ruby Thurston, Ella-Jireh Fonoti, Haylen Clark, Carly Tapa, Dhechynay Taipeti, Krystal Goffe, Maddie Grant, Ataahua Henare, Sophie Wheeler, Marley Smith-Tavoi, Tamara Wilson, Bella Don, Anaia Wilson, Amiria Neho, Alex Doile, Te Miharo Tamatea-Turi Rei, Keylana Asovale, Talia Timoteo, Niamh Woollett

The Hine-i-te-rangi award goes to Mārie Winitana-Patelesio 

Ururangi

The fifth award, Ururangi, is described as a star that represents the hard work that impacts the community health and wellbeing. This award is a recognition of the student's contribution to school Hakinakina and Hau ora. 

This award will go to a student who has represented her kura, whānau, hapu and iwi.

The students who have shone in this category are: Ruby Burrell, Canon Hakaraia, Gabriella Collins, Yasmin Holsted-Russo ,Paloma King, Rangitiare Graham, Prezley Easthope, Fanua Rimoni, Riana Le'afa-Paki, Alyssa Aoina ,Jaeda Kassey, Ella-Grace Churchward, Logan Crawford, Ella Kumar, Jas Mita, Hinetai Porter-Samuels, Acacia Hemera, Maia Mapakaitolo, Taliah Mapakaitolo, Talia Timoteo, Leah Ah-Ken, Maya Iti

The shining star for this award is Canon Hakaraia 

Waitī and Waitā

There are two awards for this section.

Waitī, is the star connected to fresh water that is essential for Health and wellbeing and used for all manner of Māori ceremony.

This award is for her work in the school and community.  Someone who is always kind and positive and very respectful of teachers and school environment.

Waitā, represents the ocean and sea creatures. 

This award will go to a student who delivers her message to the world and benefits associated with innovation and the future. She shows generosity and care for others.

The nominees for this award are: Yasmin Holsted-Russo, Jas Mita, Coby Wheeler, Alice Hoerara-Hunt, Bailey Rose Lilley, Adrian Rei, Leilani Stempa-Gray, Kelaiah Rahui-Lawton, Mollie Mato, Harmony Mohi Elliott, Hinetai Porter-Samuels, Aiymani Taueki, Prezley Easthope, Logan Crawford, Niamh Woollett, Te Miharo Tamatea-Turi Rei, Armani Matenga, Jordan Allen, Valenzia Rigby, Cyanne Austin-Rowe, Imogen Waihape, Ruby Attewell

Our shining stars for Waitī and Waita are Kelaiah Rahui-Lawton and Aiymani Taueki

Pohutukawa

Our 8th award serves as a reminder to reflect on the individuals who have enriched our lives and contributed to our journey. 

Nominees of the Pohutukawa award carry the mana of past pupils into the present, embodying the legacy of those who have walked the school before them. They uphold our school values in every aspect of their school life. These students exemplify the essence of service, always giving back to the school community and nurturing an atmosphere of unity. They carry the torch of those who came before them, lighting the way for generations to come.

The nominees for this award are: Alice Hoerara-Hunt, Logan Crawford, Yasmin Holsted-Russo, Harmony Mohi Elliott, Hinetai Porter-Samuels, Ruby Burrell, Leilani Stempa-Gray, Imogen Waihape, Mollie Mato, Prezley Easthope

Our shining star for this award is Harmony Mohi Elliott 

Matariki

Matariki is our Tuakana Award.  Matariki is the guiding star.

This award will go to a student who has demonstrated courage, passion, perseverance, leadership and humility in all things Māori.

The students who have shone in this category are: Logan Crawford, Harmony Mohi-Elliott, Hinetai Porter-Samuels, Yasmin Holsted-Russo, Alyssa Aoina, Alice Hoerara Hunt

Our winning star for the Matariki trophy is Logan Crawford