Bay of Islands College
Together we will develop caring students, maximising their potential
From the principal Principal Edith Painting-Davis reflects that the experiences of 2020 demonstrated how resilient we can be in a crisis. Education has had to adapt and change, and we now have the opportunity to shape the future of learning for our children. We have become more resourceful and the curriculum has been reframed with the students at the centre. Refurbishment of the school continues in 2021 with the new Technology block currently under construction and more innovative learning spaces being created. Academically, Bay of Islands College is performing above the national average statistics for NCEA Levels 1, 2 and 3. These results for 2020 were outstanding considering that Covid restricted onsite access and we attribute much of the success to the Manaiakalani Education Trust which was implemented in 2016. When staff, students and whanau went into Lockdown they were already familiar with
learning through the digital platform. What the pandemic did was accelerate the experience and highlight inequities. The Ministry of Education tried to address these issues albeit a bit haphazard but even now, the disparities persist. Another success to accentuate is the Arataki Leadership Programme which has 80 students participating to date. It has given students confidence to explore one day courses such as Papa Taiao and Carving or to join our Gateway programme. Our vision of creating a Bay Trades Academy (BAYTA) is drawing closer every day. We have the potential to be more than just a school. Bay of Islands College’s roll has increased through positive actions and a fabulous Board of Trustees who fully support the wellbeing of all. We work collaboratively and constantly reflect on our practices to demonstrate that we truly are a school that cares.
Senior Leaders 2021 BACK ROW: Tane Sigley (Prefect), Mere Toeke (Kapahaka Leader), Mark Linton (Miro House Captain), Tipene Parata-Tana (Rata House Captain, Prefect), Moana Kopa-Halliday (Miro House Captain, Prefect), Poshy Ngawati (Prefect)
THIRD ROW: Principal Edith Painting-Davis, Sarah Grace (Kauri House Captain), Laetin George (Kapahaka Leader, Prefect), Florence Cooper (Kauri House Captain), Wi Taahu Hapurona (Prefect), Adelia Latu (Prefect), Eli Jackson-Tait (Prefect) SECOND ROW: Tyissa Hape (Kapahaka Leader, Totara House Captain), Grace Maioha (Prefect), Kilani Brophy-Pomare (Prefect), Hayley Henwood (Prefect), Teyja Hape (Prefect), Rivers Loveridge (Prefect), Inverness Cowles (Prefect), Sarah Hati (Kapahaka Leader, Totara House Captain, Prefect). FRONT ROW: Rome Davis (Board of Trustees Student Rep), Hori Tane (Deputy Head Boy), Michael Martin (Head Boy), Hawaiikii Henare (Head Girl), Angel Reti (Deputy Head Girl), Sophia Su (Rata House Captain, Prefect)
DEPUTY HEAD BOY Hori Tane
HEAD BOY Michael Martin
HEAD GIRL Hawaiikii Henare
DEPUTY HEAD GIRL Angel Reti
The role of a leader is to inspire and to motivate others. They demonstrate courage and put the needs of others before themselves for the greater good or to achieve a common goal. Our 2021 Senior Leaders have these qualities and will be provided with many occasions to demonstrate them. They are our ambassadors in the community and represent our school at a variety of events throughout the year. Some of them have already contributed to the positive profile of the school and will continue to hone their leadership skills in their various roles. Te Amorangi ki mua, te hāpai ō ki muri. Head Prefects are at the front, but the rest of the senior leaders are the workers at the back making sure everything is well looked after. Both jobs are equally important, but without one, the other is not as effective.
“KOKIRI NGATAHI” - “Moving Forward Together”
