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Today, was a combined Teacher Only Day for both Mission Heights Junior College and Mission Heights Primary School. Part of the day was spent marking the start of our upcoming legacy project. For this, staff from both schools participated in a blessing ceremony and planted the first lot of trees, which is part of two different projects; the bike track planting and the slope planting to complement the existing forest.
This is an integral part of the school’s Matariki celebration – a time to reflect on the past year, celebrate the present, and plan for the year ahead.
We hope our community can join us on our Community Planting Day, this Saturday 11th June from 10am-1pm – at the Bike Track.
On Thursday 2 June, a number of students travelled to Lloyd Elsmore Park for the College Sport Cross Country Championships. The weather was rather interesting for racing but our students showed that their early morning trainings have definitely paid off. Congratulations to all students who competed!
Even more significant this year is the acknowledgment of Queen Elizabeth’s 70 years on the throne. Images sent from the UK as the country celebrates this historic achievement bring many thoughts to mind.
No matter where we sit in the monarchy debate, we must appreciate the incredible dedication and loyal service the Queen has shown. It is amazing to think of the momentous events she has seen as head of state during this time.
It is fantastic to see the celebrations but sad that she could not participate in so many of the special events owing to her health which seems to be deteriorating.
New Zealand’s connection to the empire and commonwealth has helped define who we are as a nation. I hope that some of the values and achievements of Great Britain remain in some way or adapted to our context. When Aotearoa New Zealand histories becomes part of our new curriculum, the challenge for teachers will be to ensure the right balance is found between an appreciation of the positive impact being a member of the commonwealth had on New Zealand as well developing a deeper understanding of the contribution of Māori and other nationalities who have made Aotearoa their home.
This will be a challenging time for many but one that if discussed respectfully will be healthy and strengthen us on our journey towards becoming one nation.
On Thursday 23rd June, Ormiston Senior College is holding an International Evening that celebrates and showcases cultural diversity. The evening consists of international food stalls and riveting cultural performances. The MHJC community is invited to attend this free event.
Please see the promotional poster below for more details.
Samoan Language Week has been running all week at MHJC. Students and staff have participated in a number of quizzes and activities. The week kicked off on Monday with our Māori and Pasifika Student Council and some of our amazing parents. Students and families sang the Samoan National Anthem, shared a prayer, and decorated our MHJC Reception.
As advised on the school’s website and via email, there will be a Teacher Only Day next Tuesday 7th June, 2022, after the Queens Birthday public holiday on Monday 6th June.
Normal classes will not run on this day, and parents are asked to keep their students at home. We thank you for your support.
This week, a select group of senior MHJC students are attending the virtual Hwa Chong Student Conference.
MHJC is part of an international group of schools, known as SWIFT (Schools with an Interest in Future Technologies). These schools traditionally come together annually at the Hwa Chong Institution in Singapore. Since lockdown, the Hwa Chong Student Conference has been hosted virtually. It continues to be an incredible opportunity for our students and a great way to maintain our connections despite travel restrictions.
On Friday 27th May, both Forest Year 10 classes had the opportunity to go to Weta Unleashed as part of their context “No.8 Wire: Kiwi Ingenuity”.
Both classes have been looking at kiwi innovators and Weta Unleashed gave students the perfect opportunity to see kiwi ingenuity in action. The students came back excited by the prospects that there are in the Media Industry. Weta have worked on many well-known and much-loved films and TV series, such as The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, Avatar, King Kong and District 9.
Happy Samoan Language Week! This year’s theme for Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa – Samoa Language Week is Fa’aāuāu le folauga i le va’a o tautai – Continue the Voyage with Competent Wayfinders of the Ocean.
Our Māori and Pasifika Council have made a range of fun activities for students to partake in this week. And on Friday, students are encouraged to dress up in their traditional Samoan wear or wear anything blue to show support for our Samoan Aiga (family) and friends in school.
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