We are absolutely thrilled to announce that three of our Year 13 students have been awarded scholarships to Otago University for 2024.

Deputy Head student Emily has some reminders to start the term, including next week's Fun Run and the M1 Camp.

Students from Rooms 9 and 13 are delving into the fascinating world of endangered species this term, learning about the Kiwi and making some awesome artwork.

Term 3 news from the Junior School, including hats, WAKA badges, and a change of time for weekly junior assembly.

In preparation for 2024, Year 10, 11 and 12 students returning in 2023 are invited to the NCEA Course Information Evening with their parents/caregivers.

The Board of Trustees are reviewing the following Policies in Term 4.

Congratulations to the winning entries, and to everyone who took part in this year's Science Fair! They are currently on display in our entry corridor with a range of different topics chosen and lots of learning done by everyone involved. The winners are...

Head Student Billy looks back at a busy final week of Term 3, including Crazy Hair Day, Science Fair and the Student BoT Elections. 🧑‍🎤🔬🗳️

A busy Term 3 is now at an end, teachers and students can look forward to a well-earned rest and a battery recharge!

Over the past term, M3 students have participated in a Market Day Project as part of their Year 9 Social Sciences course. This learning enables students to work in small groups to plan and run a short-term business enterprise. 🛒

Last Saturday, September 16th, Mason Crawford and Charlie McLellan headed to Herbert Forest for an adrenaline filled day at the Aoraki Mountain Biking.

Last Friday, September 15th, the Senior and Junior Snow clubs came together to compete in the Ōhau Ski Races. It was a great way to end the season!

The upcoming Color Run promises to be a vibrant and exhilarating event. Participants are eagerly gearing to embark on a journey filled with bursts of colourful powder.

We were again fortunate to have the Inzone Careers Coach visit our school this week, with Middle School students taking the opportunity to search for prospective future career paths.

As part of Te Wiki o te reo Māori, the school community came together on Thursday night for our Kemu ki te pō / Games night. It was great to see everyone learning together!

Awesome news this week that Monique received the Canterbury Girl Boss Award for Enterprise, acknowledging young women in New Zealand who are defying stereotypes and creating change in their communities. 🏆 The organisation acknowledges inspiring young leaders, facilitators, role models and innovators.

A dedicated group of Enviro Club members took a trip to Shaws Hardware this week, to carefully assess the equipment and tools required for our upcoming term.

This week marked an exciting rematch between Room 5 and M2 students in their termly Bench Ball Challenge! 🏐

The students in Room 4 have been fully immersed in the enchanting world of "The Carnival of the Animals," a musical masterpiece composed by Camille Saint-Saëns, who once resided in the vibrant city of Paris (coincidentally, the current host of the Rugby World Cup!). This musical journey has been a delightful experience for them.

After the extensive Community Consultation last year, the Board of Trustees has undertaken a comprehensive review of our uniform to create consistency across the school. 🏫 These changes are available to view in the school's main office; parents, caregivers, and whānau members are welcome to take a look for themselves.