It has been lovely to welcome everyone back to the hostel, refreshed and rested after the holidays. The next few weeks are an important time for our senior boarders as they focus on revision and preparation for external exams. Those working on portfolio-based subjects are in their final burst of effort to complete and submit their work on time. We’re encouraging all our rangatahi to make the most of this valuable time — to ask questions, seek clarification, and fully engage in the revision sessions and tutorials on offer at school, and evening prep sessions in hostel. Every bit of focused study now makes a difference later.

This part of the term is also filled with special celebrations that recognise the hard mahi and achievements of our students. Last week, we enjoyed both our vibrant Fiafia Night and the Pūhoro STEMM Academy graduation. Next week, we look forward to our Pō Whakanui, celebrating the successes of our Māori ākonga, especially our school leavers, as well as our Bars and Badges Assembly, where we acknowledge participation and achievement across a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

It’s a busy but exciting time in the hostel as we support our seniors through their final assessments and exams, while our junior boarders continue to show great energy and leadership in the lead-up to summer.