Year 11

Kirisimasi Falemalu

Third Place in Sāmoan Language

Isaac Gardner-Deeming

Second Place in Accelerated Learning Numeracy

Ashleigh Peters

Second Place in Food and Nutrition

Agam Singh

Second Place in Performing Arts Drama

Lily Litherland

Second Place in Engineering Auto Mechanics

Recca Brimon

Third Place in General Science

Second Place in Computer Science

Kirstin King

First Place Equal in Soft Materials Technology

Porourangi Manawatu

First Place Equal in Māori Performing Arts

Tagi Auina

First Place Equal in Sāmoan Language

Calaie Herriott

First Place in Social Action for Life

Akshat Prasad

First Place in Visual Arts

Gavin Bishop Excellence Senior in Visual Arts

Sophia Brinsdon-Barclay

Second Place in Te Reo Māori

First Place Equal in Māori Performing Arts

Lilith Ross

First Place in Hospitality

First Place in Performing Arts Drama

Prena Prasad

Second Place in Visual Arts

First Place Equal in General Science

First Place in Design and Visual Communication

First Place in Health Education

First Place in Academic Mathematics

Top Year 11 Academic Student

Year 12

Jaden Woolrich

Third Place in History

Mhark Abat

Second Place in Statistics

Emily Hough

Second Place in Tourism and Travel

Second Place in Science

Jessica Raj

First Place in Tourism and Travel

Tyronne Te Whata

First Place in Māori Aotearoa

First Place in Accelerated Literacy

Mark Verde

First Place in Outdoor Education

Dormay Laufiso

Second Place in English Language Learning

First Place in Science

Tabitha Scottorn

Second Place in Health Education

First Place Equal in Visual Arts: Painting

First Place in English Literature

Year 13

Mariel Pontod

Second Place in Academic Mathematics Level 2

Alexsandra Laufiso

Second Place in Sāmoan Language

Denise Joy Dilay

Second Place in Design and Visual Communication

Blake Williams

Second Place in Business Enterprise

Catlin Ross

First Place in Soft Materials Technology

Rico Latham-Waikato

First Place in Te Reo Māori

Jason Prakash

Second Place in Biology

First Place in Statistics

First Place in Physics

Year 11

Matariki Taylor

Third Place in Accelerated Learning Numeracy

Caleb Beckley

Third Place in History

Jhon Paul Pagote

Second Place in Performing Arts Dance

J C Tolentino

Second Place in Design and Visual Communication

Manawa Radcliffe-Kershaw

First Place in Te Reo Māori

Eli Gebbie

First Place in Engineering Auto Mechanics

Henare Chambers

Second Place in Hospitality

Second Place in Physical Education

Second Place in History

Faith Wakit

Third Place in English Bridging

Third Place in General Mathematics

First Place in English Language Learning

Jett Seaton

Second Place in Social Action for Life

First Place in Science for Life

First Place in Accelerated Learning Literacy

First Place in Accelerated Learning Numeracy

Year 12

Khate Manuit

Third Place in Health Education

Renee Hall

Second Place in English Literature

Ethan Cooke

Third Place in Outdoor Education

Second Place in Business Enterprise

Deryann Mareko

First Place Equal in Sāmoan Language - Level 1

Tamara Orpha Gomez

First Place in Hospitality

L J Beattie

First Place in Fitness, Nutrition and Leadership

George Ashton

First Place in Health Education

Cooper Atherton

First Place in History

First Place in Performing Arts Drama

Year 13

Milly Mussett

Second Place in Outdoor Education

Dani Beckley

First Place in Visual Arts: Painting

Carl Dejucos

First Place in Practical Computing Level 2

Bailey Larson-Hobbs

First Place in Sport and Recreation

Jaden Lawrence

Third Place in Design and Visual Communication

Second Place in Computer Science

Second Place in History

Katelynn Aberhart

First Place in Geography

First Place in Tourism and Travel

Destiny Martin

Third Place in Business Enterprise

First Place in English Literature

First Place in Physical Education

Peter Lees Jefferies Prize for Humanities

Year 11

Charlie Watkin

Third Place Equal in Māori Performing Arts

Emman Navarro

Third Place in English Language Learning

Ruby Smith

Third Place in Hospitality

Ayden Adams

Third Place in Business Enterprise

Raul Bethell

Third Place in Academic Mathematics

Ellie Skala

Third Place in Visual Arts

Second Place in Performing Arts Music

Saleha Bi

Third Place in Health Education

Second Place in English Bridging

Georgia Kieboom

Second Place in General Mathematics

First Place in Performing Arts Music

Smriti Parajuli

Third Place in English Literature

Second Place in Health Education

First Place in Science Physics

Thaylla Silva

Second Place in Science BioChemistry

Second Place in Academic Mathematics

First Place in Computer Science

Mark Laurence Cervantes

Second Place in Business Enterprise

First Place in English Bridging

First Place in Science BioChemistry

Jorja Bethell

Third Place in Science BioChemistry

Second Place in English Literature

First Place Equal in Soft Materials Technology

First Place in History

Year 12

Chase Butterfield

Third Place in Statistics

Mikayla Hooper

Second Place in Performing Arts Drama

Trinity Lochead

First Place Equal in Visual Arts: Painting

Charlotte Williams

First Place in Workshop Technology

May-Caramea Ruru-Rurehe

First Place in Statistics

A J Salalila

Third Place in English Literature

Second Place in Design and Visual Communication

Second Place in History

Kelli Hollis

First Place in Business Enterprise

First Place in Soft Materials Technology

Adrian Perez

First Place in Design and Visual Communication

First Place in Computer Science

Alecia Kohu-Taukiri

Second Place in Physical Education

First Place in Māori Performing Arts

First Place in Te Reo Māori

Brandon Clarenbeek

Third Place in Business Enterprise

Second Place in Outdoor Education

Second Place in Chemistry

First Place Equal in Physics

First Place in Academic Mathematics

Year 13

Jury Tipa-Tuhura

First Place in Te Reo Māori

Senior Te Reo Māori Award

Tye Russ Gomez

First Place in English Language Learning

Poole Prize for Original Historical Research

Clara Lam

First Place in Sāmoan Language

Harry Scott

First Place in History

Judith Brailsford Award for Excellence in History

Blair Williams

First Place in Computer Science

Melody Donnelly

Second Place in Performing Arts Drama

First Place in Health Education

First Place in Hospitality

John Kim Memorial Prize for Acting

Year 11

Natahlia Rangitoheriri

Third Place Equal in Māori Performing Arts

Christian Apiti

Third Place in Physical Education

Samantha Hulse-Sixtus

First Place in Workshop Technology

Conway Andrews

Third Place in Design and Visual Communication

First Place in Physical Education

Christian Unger

Third Place in Computer Science

First Place Equal in General Science

Chelsea Castro

Second Place in English Language Learning

First Place in General Mathematics

Most Valuable Contribution by an English Language Learner

Fatemah Ahmadi

Second Place in Science Physics

First Place in Business Enterprise

Mechaela Abano

Third Place in Performing Arts Music

Second Place in Geography

First Place in Performing Arts Dance

Dacota Van Landuyt

First Place in English Literature

First Place in Geography

First Place in Food and Nutrition

First Place in Te Reo Māori

Year 12

Te Ao Rangi Poutai

Second Place in Māori Performing Arts

Shainny Yurong

Second Place in Hospitality

Sage Mackay

First Place in Visual Arts: Photography

Bulou Naivanawalu

First Place in English Language Learning

Gabriel Whitworth

First Place in Performing Arts Dance

Hannah Watson

First Place in Physical Education

David Templeton

First Place Equal in Physics

First Place in Biology

First Place in Chemistry

First Place in Geography

First Place in Performing Arts Music

AA Scott Music Award for the Widest and Most Valuable Contribution to Music

Top Year 12 Academic Student

Year 13

Mae Ibo

Third Place in Statistics

Christan Alcantara

Second Place in English Language Learning

Lili Hulse-Sixtus

Second Place in Hospitality

Second Place in Tourism and Travel

Shreya Mudaliar

First Place in Gateway

Justin Wilson

First Place in Practical Computing

Thomas Rhodes

First Place in Outdoor Education

Bradbury Moore Prize for Commerce

Stella Derham

Second Place in Physical Education

First Place in Performing Arts Music

Hugh McDougall Rankin Scholarship

Klairette Batao

First Place in Design and Visual Communication

First Place in Calculus

Mathematics Trophy

Connor Armstrong

Second Place in English Literature

First Place in Business Enterprise

First Place in Performing Arts Drama

Lincoln University Commerce Prize

Te Aratai College Drama Cup

Imogen Donnelly

Third Place in English Literature

Second Place in Statistics

First Place in Biology

First Place in Chemistry

Hickling Science Prize for Outstanding Achievement in the Sciences

Tyronne Te Whata

Specific Preparation For Employment program

New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1

Connor Pilling

Go Hunting

Tane Martin

ICT and Money Skills

Jett Seaton

Go Hunting

Specific Preparation For Employment and Citizenship

New Zealand Certificate in Foundation Skills Level 1

Ebony Burchett

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Jhon Paul Pagote

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Adrian Perez

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Gian Manguerra

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Tiu Ngauamo

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Izzy Silivetelo Carruth

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Mckenzie Sheard

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Faith Wakit

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Bronze

Summer Pool

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Silver

Seth Porter

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Silver

Jett Seaton

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Silver

Ben Broomhall 

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Gold

Stella Derham

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Gold

Milly Mussett

The Duke of Edinburgh Award - Gold

Clara Lam

Contribution to Pacifica Culture

Raniera Babbington

Koka Alamein Connell Taonga for Māori Performing Arts 

Wysdom Turu

John Anderson JP Plaque - Top Hospitality Student

Dacota Van Landuyt

Munro Award for Excellence in Geography

Joseph Lomani 

JFK Cup for Excellence in Creative Writing

Johnny Stokes

Laurraine White Music Trophy

Dani Beckley

Tony Fomison Award for Significant Contribution to the Visual Arts

Connor Armstrong 

Te Aratai College Supreme Arts Award

Blake Williams

Teresa Elms Memorial Cup

This cup is for a student that despite adversity has achieved well. The recipient of this award has been a student at Te Aratai (and Linwood before) since 2017 when he was a year 7 student. If there is one word that could epitomise him it would be ngā uara of Rangatiratanga. Throughout his seven years with us, what has shone through is his relentless motivation through every single challenge. Not only has he managed to navigate his way through these he has flourished as a student and a person. He has always been a fantastic Tuakana to our younger students, has a strong network of friends and always greets adults with a smile. On top of this he has managed to achieve NCEA Levels 1 and 2 as well as being a part of the award winning Level 3 Business group this year.

Henare Chambers

The Norman Kirk Award for Manaakitanga 

This new trophy was gifted by Christchurch Labor MPs to acknowledge a student that shows respect, generosity and care for others. The recipient of this award is an exemplary student consistently demonstrating manaakitanga. This student is always the first to offer a helping hand, picking up gear, opening the door for staff and uplifting others who need a bit of awhi. Staff have said that they have loved teaching this student during the year as they are hardworking, dedicated and the kind of student who always demonstrates Te Aratai Uara - Manaakitanga throughout our kura.

Justin Wilson

PTA Service Cup for Outstanding Service to the College

The award recipient is an incredibly dedicated patron of performing arts. This student has always been there to lend a helping hand to put on any performance and are certainly a “details” person. They have become the ‘Go to’ guy for staff for any technical support required at Te Aratai for any event. This student will be sorely missed next year. We want to thank this student for their unwavering support, commitment and the dedication of many hours so that “the show does go on''.

Georgia Kieboom

The Rob Burrough Cup for Demonstration of School Values and contributing to the wider school
Here at Te Aratai College we endeavour to encourage the principal values of manaakitanga, whanaungatanga, rangatiratanga, and turangawaewae. The recipient of the Rob Burrough Cup is a student that we feel has embodied these values consistently throughout the year. This award recipient is a fantastic student who consistently demonstrates manaakitanga and whanaungatanga towards both staff and students. They are an emerging leader and are always willing to support in whatever capacity necessary. In music, this student is a leader working hard in class, practicing and progressing at a rapid pace. Their poetry is exceptional as demonstrated in “Spoken Word” this year. They are supportive to other students and are always willing to participate in music showcases and extra curricular activities.

Smriti Parajuli

Te Aratai College Community Service award.

This is a new award gifted by the Waipapa Papanui-Innes-Central Community Board, and is to be presented to a deserving student recognising them for civic-related mahi during the school year. The student receiving this award has been chosen based on their work in the AKC: the Te Aratai Acts of Kindness Collective. They have been our most committed and consistent senior student, taking part in regular community service, demonstrating leadership and aroha, and establishing relationships in the wider community which have benefited the lives of others. They have done this with genuine concern for others and a pure heart.

Mark Lemon

Stationery Grant

This has been funded by alumni, Mr Garth Stevenson. This grant is awarded to a Year 13 Student and used on purchasing technology, books and stationery items needed for the grantee’s university studies. This student has been chosen for their calm resilience and strong diligence. The value is $1200.

Taylor Neilson

Te Kakau a Māui Scholarship for the University of Canterbury.

This scholarship recognises and supports undergraduate students who demonstrate alignment to UC’s commitment to producing students who are engaged, empowered, and prepared to make a difference, as they begin their studies at Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha University of Canterbury in the 150th year of the University. 150 scholarships are available. The scholarship covers tuition fees for courses in a full-time undergraduate degree programme. 

Destiny Martin

Te Kakau a Māui Scholarship for the University of Canterbury

This which covers tuition fees for courses in a full-time undergraduate degree programme. Milford Foundation Scholarship where the purpose is to reduce inequality in access to tertiary education, by providing financial support to school leavers for whom cost is a barrier. Scholarship recipients will also benefit from the Milford Foundation network to support them in their educational journey and career path which can include educational equipment, mentoring  and internship placement. There are up to 15 scholarships offered for 2024. Successful candidates will each receive a flexible support package up to a value of $10,000 per annum for the duration of the undergraduate qualification undertaken on a full-time basis.  

There are up to 15 scholarships offered for 2024. Successful candidates will each receive a flexible support package up to a value of $10,000 per annum for the duration of the undergraduate qualification undertaken on a full-time basis.  

Connor Armstrong

Te Kakau a Māui Scholarship

This covers tuition fees for courses in a full-time undergraduate degree programme. 

Imogen Donnelly

University of Otago Leaders of Tomorrow Entrance Scholarship

Established by the University of Otago to assist students who have demonstrated all-round ability (NCEA Level 2 or higher), and who exhibit leadership potential to attend the University of Otago. The value is $6000 for one year. 

Jason Prakash

University of Otago 150th Entrance Scholarship.

These scholarships provide for students who have demonstrated academic ability (NCEA Level  2 or higher) and have life circumstances which present barriers to studying at university. The value is $15,000 over two years.

Mae Ibo

Te Kakau a Māui Scholarship for the University of Canterbury which covers tuition fees for courses in a full-time undergraduate degree programme.

University of Otago 150th Entrance Scholarship.

The value is $15,000 over two years. 

Alexsandra Laufiso

Judith Brailsford Cup for Pacifica Leadership

This person is an outstanding leader within our Pasifika group. They help and support all our students and show care for our juniors. They have also spent hours of service alongside residents at Aldwins House and begun study with the University of Canterbury. Their talent and support with all events is acknowledged and appreciated. They are a great role model for our future leaders. We wish this person all the best for 2024.

Thomas Rhodes

The IP Anderson Award for Leadership 

This student has shown incredible maturity and strength as a student leader in 2023. He has stepped up to his leadership roles with commitment and a desire to make a positive difference. He is able to listen, reflect and then offer ideas and guidance with other students, staff, visitors. He is an exceptional ambassador for our kura. This student embodies the uara of our school as a student leader and stands in his role as a Head Student with great mana.

Rico Latham-Waikato

25th Anniversary Commemorative Prizes 

Awarded to students who have contributed to a wide, valuable and lasting impression upon their kura and community. Our first recipient exudes an enormous amount of mana. They are friendly, yet humble and have a gift for connecting with people from a variety of backgrounds and within a number of different spaces. They have used this gift to represent our kura in many aspects including sports, culture and academia. Their love of sport extended to this year, reffing Friday night basketball games and representing on both the ki-o-rahi field and netball courts. This student has always supported kaupapa Māori in and out of the classroom and has led in this space as Māori Prefect. They are always there when you need them, always willing to support and lend a hand when and where they can. This student works hard to be able to produce the best mahi they can. They are mathematically talented and this year 

spoke to a junior class sharing their passion for problem solving. They have also demonstrated tuakana tēina by supporting other students in many of their classes.

Stella Derham

25th Anniversary Commemorative Prizes 

Our second recipient began their journey when we were Linwood College and completed their time as a proud Te Aratai College graduate. From the moment this student began, they were determined to make the best of their time at kura. They became involved in sporting and cultural activities, engaged in their learning at a high level and also displayed leadership well beyond their years. Over their time here at Linwood College/Te Aratai College this student has been involved in music – both with a variety of bands and singing, involved in musicals and productions, supported the numerous cultural activities that happened within the kura and always put themselves out there to support others in these spaces. This person has also participated in a variety of sports including; rugby, basketball, netball both at a junior and a senior level. They have also assisted and supported sport in a number of ways. Being so involved in our kura, this person has learnt how to manage their time effectively so they can continue to be a part of everything they enjoy. Even in the café making lovely coffee for our staff. This person embodies whanaungatanga and manaakitanga. They are always respectful in their interactions with staff, students and whānau. They are always supportive of others and help however they can.

Stella Derham

Bill Swan Head Student Award

Thomas Rhodes

Bill Swan Head Student Award