The MHJC school community has been invited to Tangaroa College Mauri Ora Market Night on Friday 15th March from 5-8pm. Please see details below.

Last week, our Year 10 Leaders attended their ‘Leadership Day’.
These students play an important role within their Whānau, helping Year 7 students transition into life at MHJC. They will also play a key role on the upcoming Year 7 Camps.

These Year 10 leaders completed activities on Friday morning set up by our Deans before travelling to ‘Adrenaline Forest’ for an afternoon of challenging outdoor activities. A very successful Leadership Day for all involved.

We would like to congratulate the members of our 2024 Executive Council. MHJC looks forward to the wonderful initiatives you will take on for our school and greater community.

Last week, Year 8 students from Ngahere/Forest Whānau travelled to Goat Island as part of their Kaitiakitanga Context for Term 1. Students explored the Goat Island Marine Discovery Centre and had an opportunity to snorkel through the marine reserve. A valuable learning experience for all! 🐟🦀🐠

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠@𝐌𝐇𝐉𝐂

MHJC has two counsellors on site who support our ākonga. Counselling in a school setting provides students with an opportunity to explore personal difficulties and concerns and empowers them to make informed decisions as they navigate their journey through school and life generally.

Our counsellors are professionally trained and are members of NZAC (New Zealand Association of Counsellors). They work according to the NZAC Code of Ethics.

A counsellor can help with:
– Processing difficult emotions and experiences
– Improving self worth and confidence
– Helping people to consider different ways to look at the challenges they face

Students can choose to self refer.

Parents are also able to request these referral.
The email address for counsellors is – counsellors@mhjc.school.nz
All the forms can be found on our school website under the heading Wellbeing @ MHJC – https://www.mhjc.school.nz/index.php/wellbeing-mhjc/

We also encourage our ākonga to use our MHJC Hauora Check-in Tool. Our Learning Advisers can access this information to be able to support students as needed.

On Wednesday this week, Wai Whānau travelled to the Panmure Lagoon for a ‘Big Splash Day’. Students had a great day out, making new friends and participating in various water activities. The Whānau also took part in a manu competition. What a fantastic day for all!

A reminder about our Student Led Conference Day tomorrow. Students are to stay home unless they have booked an in-person appointment with their Learning Advisor. We are looking forward to these goal setting sessions.

Be protected against meningococcal disease – A message from 𝐓𝐞 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐮 𝐎𝐫𝐚 / 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐙𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝.

Meningococcal disease is a dangerous illness that can kill or cause serious disability. The best way to protect against the disease is to be vaccinated with both the MenB and the MenACWY vaccines. Until 28 February, these are available free for those aged 13 to 25.

Vaccination appointments can be made with your healthcare providers.

For more information visit:
Meningococcal vaccines – Te Whatu Ora | Health
https://www.immunise.health.nz/about-vaccines/nz-immunisations/meningococcal/

MHJC’s Running Club is back in action for 2024. The Running Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 7.20am by the stairs leading to the field.
All students are welcome. Please arrive in your PE gear with a drink bottle and have your school uniform in your school bag ready for the day.

Wishing a very happy Chinese New Year and Seollal to all who are celebrating tomorrow. 🌟

MHJC will be celebrating Chinese New Year and Seollal at school on Monday 12th February. Staff and students may dress up in RED or TRADITIONAL dress.

Students – this is not a mufti day. If you are not wearing red or traditional dress, you must wear your school uniform.