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ACTING TUMUAKI/PRINCIPAL MESSAGE

‘Ahakoa he iti, he mapihi pounamu!’ ‘Although it is small, it is precious!’ Mākoura College aims to develop con dent, connected, life-long learners who demonstrate the values of Tika, Pono and Aroha in everything they do. Tika is doing what is right, both in the life of school and wider community. Pono is gaining wisdom through learning and valuing one’s self. It includes self-esteem and self-care. It encompasses truth, resilience, wellbeing, and a healthy lifestyle Aroha is having empathy within the school community. By being able to appreciate the point of view of others, we can help build a strong learning culture.

Kellas Bennett

2022 has been a challenging year in many ways, however Mākoura College has continued in strong heart with our community uniting in dealing with whatever has come our way. Mākoura College o ers a unique learning environment with: • A diverse range of subjects that support students on their pathway be it university, training, further education or employment. • Wairarapa’s only Services Academy for those looking to pursue a career in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, Fire and/or Ambulance service. • Homerooms for Year 9 to help manage the transition to College. • Individual mentoring and support for all students.

• Small class sizes. • An inclusive, warm and safe environment. • High expectations for sta and students. • A wide range of cultural, sporting and outdoor recreational adventure opportunities. • Auaha project based learning through the use of authentic contexts.

All the best to our 2022 graduates and the challenges ahead and nau mai, hoki mai to new and returning akonga in 2023. Outdoor Education takes learning to the great open outdoors.

The Māori Performing Arts group put on a spectacular show at the Wairarapa Kapa Haka Festival.

Wairarapa’s only Services Academy. Students enjoy a safe, inclusive and friendly environment at Mākoura College.

The Polygroup performed for the community to celebrate Samoan Language Week.

Our 2022 Student Leaders have led the school with tika, pono and aroha.

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