2010 combined magazine

MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2010

Manurewa High School 2010

Contents Principal’s Report Board of Trustees Staff Prefects Learning/Departments Deans & Form Levels Arts & Culture Sport Awards Classes

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Principal’s Report Dear Readers, Welcome to the 2010 Yearbook for Manurewa High School. The publication gives you an opportunity to share the incredible level of achievement in a wide range of activities in the school. You will also gain a sense of the culture of the school which is based on fun, participation and enjoyment. For me personally there have been many highlights. By presenting an outline of these, I hope it will help you to further gain an appreciation of the school in 2010. 1) As Principal I have experienced enormous pride and pleasure to be able to - listen to our concert band gain a gold at the KBB Auckland Championships - watch the hip hop dancers finish 1st 2nd and 3rd - watch our sports teams compete at the highest level - be able to drink coffee made by award winners - dining out on meals that gained gold medals presented by waiters who also gained gold medals - hear the presentation of the Gold Crest Award winner Vathna - listen to Todd telling the year 13 about his experience representing the country at the Space - be entertained by the school musical and the opera.

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. Nelson Mandela You are fortunate to be in a country that has an assessment programme which allows students to develop skills and gain qualifications in a wide range of pathways. You are also fortunate that Manurewa has not followed other Auckland schools into third world assessment programs such as Cambridge for marketing reasons rather than educational. We are preparing students for a modern world a world that needs people to have creativity, to have good people skills, to have practical skills and to be able to entertain. The NCEA has allowed you to have gained skills in these areas. At the same time you have gained academic skills matching any in the country. This has been recognised by the universities in Auckland presenting students from our school scholarships to the value of over $250,000. There have been many contributors to the success of the school in 2010. • Students – there are many outstanding achievements as you will see from reading in this publication but there are also many more that have such engaging and accepting personalities creating an environment which is a delight to be included within. • Staff – there are many hardworking and skilled staff who work hard to get students to achieve to their potential and to

contribute to the culture and activities in the school • Parents – this has been a significant change in 2010 with far more parents being involved with the staff and students to track performance and to create a concerted drive towards higher academic performance • Board – the school is very fortunate to have a very supportive board who make many valuable contributions and directions for the school There are ways the school will grow and I am determined to lead this growth, but whatever changes in the future what must not be altered is the school climate of success of friendship and of fun that exists at Manurewa. And I will do everything that I can as long as I am President of the United States to remind the American people that we are one nation under God, and we may call that God different names but we remain one nation. Barack Obama That is also the future of New Zealand and Manurewa High School shows how exciting this future will be. I hope you enjoy reading this publication and it helps you know more about Manurewa High School as it was in 2010. Mr Salvatore Gargiulo Principal Manurewa High School

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2) To experience the personalities of the students in this school which are demonstrated on a daily basis with friendly engaging conversations always underlined with humour and respect. Two significant examples of this would be: - The support the students gave each other with the death of one of their classmates. - The hard work and personal sacrifice that the group of students undertook to give support to the Cambodian House building project. A group of students who on a New Zealand scale would not be considered wealthy, gave of their own time and money to support people who were in a worse situation than themselves. - the school wide involvement in international week which demonstrated the many different nationalities that make up the school.

3) To attend the many award ceremonies at the end of the year which gave a magnificent overview of the successes and celebrations of the school. One of these was the Year 13 Gradations ceremony. Over this year I have got to know and be impressed with this group of students. I enjoyed sharing this celebration with them. To quote from my speech at this event: I reflect that last year I was many miles away presenting a report to the school I was principal of in Tanzania – a school of over 900 sponsored by the Aga Khan. I was presenting the report to the year 13 graduation ceremony to the 23 students who were graduating, about 10% of the students who started in year 9. The biggest difference is that here at Manurewa we have over 350 students graduating from the school. This represents over 75% of the students who started in year 9. This is the highest percentage the school has ever had. I take this opportunity to congratulate you on completing 5 years of secondary education. It is a significant achievement and it does open up far more opportunities for your future.

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Board of Trustees 2010 Kia Ora, Malo e Lelei, Talofa Lava, Kia Orana, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Nihao, Nisam Bula, Salaam Alekum, Namaste, Guten tag, Bonjour and Greetings. Hi, my name is Steve Smith and I am currently serving as the Board Chairperson on Manurewa High School Board of Trustees. There have been many highlights during the year. I would like to share some of these with you all in this report: The appointment of our new principal Salvatore Gargiulo started in the 1st term was eagerly awaited by students, staff and community. Once settled into his role, it was not long before his experience as a passionate educator and leader began to show through the positive momentum within the school signalling a strong future fore fronting education, building community involvement and professional networks in our school and a greater community. This year, our school celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The weekend of the reunion was very special time for many past students and staff to reflect on their time at school with their peers, and take a stroll around the school looking at the developments over the years while enjoying the entertainment on offer by our current students. The reunion book created for the occasion, illustrated and captured moments of our schools history and Manurewa as a

community for 50 years in Aotearoa New Zealand. Throughout the year our students have participated in many varied activities such as Sports, Arts, and Academia at National levels. Attending the Sports and Arts prize giving in October followed by the Academic Prize Giving for years 11, 12 and 13 recently, along with community, is always a privilege to witness and celebrate with students and staff educational success at these award ceremonies. What is most rewarding is seeing the joy that these students experience when recognised and supported by their peers, certainly making those challenging times during the year worthwhile. Earlier this year board elections were held for all schools in New Zealand. Our newly elected Board members have worked extremely hard as a team collaborating to ensure all students and staff are supported in reaching their potential, by addressing their concerns and acknowledging the aspirations of parents and students at Manurewa High School by working alongside the Principal, staff and students.

The School Board of Trustees acknowledges the dedication of Senior Management, Teaching and Non-teaching Staff under the strong and sound leadership of Principal Salvatore Gargiulo and Second Principal Liz Dixon in creating a school culture of excellence and success through strategic planning and financial management ensuring that the school is in a strong position moving forward into the future. To the entire parent volunteers who provided much support, coaching and enthusiasm to all our students throughout the year a special thank you and see you all next year. The School Board of Trustees would like to farewell all those students who are graduating and wish them success in their future pathways. We look forward to meeting and welcoming new students and parents to Manurewa High School. Kind Regards, Steve Smith

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50th Reunion “Forty years on when afar and asunder, Parted are those who are singing today, When you look back and forgetfully wonder What you were like in your work and your play…” In the school’s early years students were issued with a school song book that they were expected to carry with them to every assembly. Song Number 70 was entitled “Forty Years On” and is described as a Harrow School Song. Above are the first lines of the first verse.

ABOVE: Foundation Students

BELOW: Don McGregor and David Voisey started teaching at MHS in 1964. Alison Goodfellow was then in Form 3

Email comments from two students from the 1960s (and now grandparents aged over 60 themselves) are probably typical of those who attended: “Treasured memories! I really enjoyed the whole weekend” (Alison from Christchurch). “Firstly, to say how much I enjoyed the MHS 50th Jubilee Reunion – surprised that I was remembered...” (Robert from Blenheim). While most who attended lived in the upper North Island, a number came from the South Island and Australia. Each registered attendee received a

copy of the Jubilee Book. These are available for purchase at the school office for $25. The school Archives would like to mount a display of MHS uniforms from the past (any era). One past student from the 1960s has offered to donate his school cap and blazer. A big thank you to the Jubilee Committee for all the work they put into making this occasion the memorable one that it was. David Voisey Archives

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It is now actually 46 years since the foundation students left. 24 of them attended the Reunion. This is not bad, considering that there were only 127 of them the day the school opened. Most of them will be 63 now, and the lined faces and hair colour (or lack of hair) certainly show it. 600 attended the Reunion which began with a “Mix and Mingle” at the Pacific Events Centre where former students, staff, and current staff were able to grab a drink, some nibbles, and renew acquaintanceships with people they had not seen for many years. There were numerous stories of successful careers, bankruptcies, marriages, divorces, surgeries, travel, children and grandchildren being shared that night. The next morning there were speeches and then a 50th birthday cake was cut. Following that, decade photos were taken. In past reunions (1985 and 2000) there was one photo for each decade. However, this time there were so many from the 1960s that the photographers had to divide them into four groups in order to fit them all in. There were then tours of the school, and in the afternoon a rugby match between past and present students (the old boys won) and a concert put on by the Music Department. On the Sunday morning a church service was held to give thanks for the school and its impact on the spiritual lives of past and present students and staff. The worship leader was Susan Miller (Head Girl 1991), the pianist Bruce McGrail (first pianist for the school orchestra in 1964), and the sermon was preached by Rev Kelvyn Fairhall (Head Boy 1966). It was a most enjoyable and inspiring weekend.

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Manurewa High School Aerial Photos: 1) 1961 2) 1964 3) 1976 4) 1988 5) 2000

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Student Success Todd Simpson - Advanced Space Academy After 30 hours in transit me and the other selected New Zealander, Joseph Stretch, finally arrived in Huntsville, Alabama to be greeted by two Rocket Centre staff members and 7 other international students, 3 from Greece, 2 from Hungary and 2 from Australia. Shortly after departing the airport we could all see a towering spire 360 feet (121m) above the horizon. It was, as we all knew, a full scale replica of the Saturn 5 rocket used to in most of the Apollo moon mission, owned by the Space Centre and on permanent display. They also possess a fully functioning Saturn 5 rocket, displayed in their large exhibition hall along with countless other national American rocketing treasures.

Our days were filled with astonishing activities such as Astronaut training in Centrifuges and 1/6th gravity chairs to our Space shuttle/ Houston, Mission control/ International space station simulations. And for when we had some time to spare we were free to roam the small theme park they had stationed within the complex. But by far the most memorable experience of the entire trip would have had to have been the talk we received by a famous cosmonaut named Story Musgrave, a 6 time astronaut (current world record tie), the speech he gave to us in the main hall was totally inspirational and life changing, well for me at least. That, in essence sums up my amazing trip to the Space and Rocket Centre, Huntsville Al, USA. Next time your teacher talks about

trips like this, don’t be a shrinking violet, step up and apply – you never know who they are going to choose!

Vathna Am - Gold Crest Recipient After receiving my Silver CREST award from The Royal Society of New Zealand last year for my science project on Nepenthes ventricosa plants, I applied, and was accepted, for the Gold CREST programme. For my latest project I have continued to investigate the antimicrobial properties and potential uses of Nepenthes ventricosa plants. I have being working on this project for over one year, since the end of term three last year, and I am now currently in the process of finishing and finalizing my Gold CREST project. It was a privilege to be the only student in this school to be given the opportunity and to be accepted into this programme. However, it was not an easy sail, I was astonished at how much independent work was required

of me. There were even times that I felt like quitting but I managed to prioritize this project and worked diligently and tirelessly, using afternoons and school holidays to maximum benefit in order to finish. Regardless of how difficult it is, Gold CREST is definitely achievable and the experience and skills that I have gained is worth so much more than any other experience that I have obtained in the last 4 years at high school. This programme opened many doors of opportunities that were unimaginable for me in year 11, such as being awarded with a scholarship and winning numerous awards at the MIT Science Fair. This programme has given me life-long connections and friendships with university lecturers that I can depend on with future endeavors and

this will be a big advantage for me going to university next year. I can say with all of my heart that this programme was the greatest highlight of my high school years and the biggest achievement that I have achieved at high school. I could not think of any greater accomplishment to finish my high school years with. It is, without doubt, one of those experiences that will stay with me throughout my life.

Were Reid & Phillip Joll - Brilliant Baristas had to prepare 2 espressos, 2 flat whites and 2 lattes within a 10 minute timeframe. Both students excelled in the competition, earning them silver and bronze medals respectively. Daisy Chandra, head of Manurewa High School’s hospitality department described their performance as ‘stunning’, saying the competition was another great opportunity to support young talents and show them an career pathway into hospitality.

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In need of a decent flat white? Look no further than Were Reid and Phillip Joll. The Manurewa High School students are officially two of the best high school baristas in town. Were and Phillip took the skills learned in their barista training to the Secondary School’s Barista Competition, held at CHATS, MIT, on Wednesday 4 August 2010. Competing against approximately 40 students from other Auckland secondary schools, Were and Phillip

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Crystal Braganza - International Science Camp This year I was pleased to have been presented with an opportunity to attend Raffles International Science Camp, where participants from top overseas schools as well as local schools were invited to what promised to be a funfilled learning experience for young science enthusiasts from all over the world. This camp allowed students to engage in intellectual debates and lively cultural exchanges with other students. Some distinguishing features of the camp were; Keynote lectures by distinguished experts, as well as a variety of unique hands-on workshops. One of my favourite practical activities was light polarization where I made a holographic bookmark. In the spirit of

the TV programme “The Amazing Race”, we undertook an “Amazing Science Race Challenge” where we raced around Singapore using science based clues in very bright orange tee-shirts. This was an awesome day; we were running all over Singapore just like the people in the actual show. There were sights to see but we never seemed to have time to even catch our breath. Some of the tasks were also very interesting for example catching crickets and making a sculpture that represented our environment. During the event we got to choose research topics and I chose elective perfume making. In this elective our lecturer explained the history of perfume and its uses, we then extracted limonene from the peel of an orange and subjected it to many tests in order to purify it. After this we were free to make our own perfume from the many scents that were available, which included cedar wood, basil etc. We also had a challenge on a problemsolving activity. Each group was given a question that they had to solve by acting it out, so this involved both our analytical and creative skills. The question that my group was posed with was, “What would the world be

like without Hydrogen bonds?” After an intense discussion my group won this challenge and we were then rewarded by the judges for our creativity. It was not all work, we had some nights out, and for example one night we were escorted to Sentosa Island to see the Song of the Seas show and the famous Merlion Tower. Both of these attractions were amazing and left us wanting to see more of what the island had to offer. This camp was an amazing experience and would not have been possible without the help and assistance provided by the Royal Society of New Zealand, who made this great opportunity available to us. I would also like to thanks Mrs. D. Woodhall, who diligently made sure that Jenny, Kyle, Imogen, Ella and I made regular contact as well as arranged our airtravel. I would also like to thank Mrs. F. Colyer, Mrs. E. Dixon and Manurewa High School for presenting me with the opportunity to attend this marvelous camp and for always encouraging me in whatever I pursue. In the words of Mrs. Cheng, the principal of Raffles Institution, This camp definitely inspired me to explore, to forge new friendships and most of all allowed me to find my element. The friends that I made and the wonderful memories that I have gathered will remain with me always.

Hannah Lai - Youth Parliament various activities which we could do, such as general debate, legislative debates, moving a motion, select committees and more. Interesting speeches include the abolishing of homework, and that our country should become a republic, and the legislative mock bill was voted in favour of yes. The best part of the event was when Taika Waititi, (the director of Boy), Hon Paula Bennett, and Divya Dhar (Young NZder of the Year), came in and talked to us about life, how they got where they were today, their inspirations and motivations. Unfortunately, the Hon John Key was on a tour in Korea, so the acting Prime Minister, Bill English greeted us instead. However, I did get to see the Hon John Key at an office opening and had the opportunity to listen to him speak there. All in all, Youth Parliament was phenomenally sublime and was a great opportunity to meet lots of different people.

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Recently, I had the opportunity to be selected as a Youth MP, representing Dr Cam Calder of Manurewa. This meant that I was able to hear your opinions on important issues, such as driving, drinking, community events, RWC, OEs, music, stereotyping, legal ages, and more, so that these could be brought to Wellington. The Youth Parliament event that I attended on the 6th and 7th July was a pretty interesting ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity. The topic of the mock bill this year was whether or not the age a person legally becomes an adult should be 18 or 20, and if we should make all things legal at that age, such as driving, getting married, and leaving school. There were 121 other Youth Parliamentarians from all around NZ, each representing their own MP, and each ready and excited for the next two days coming up. Throughout the duration of those two days, there were

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Group Success Stand Up Stand Out Manurewa High School dance students took out the two top prizes at this year’s Stand Up and Stand Out competition. The competition, organised by Manukau City Council, is designed to showcase talents ranging from individual vocalists, choirs, barbershop, individual instrumentals, bands and dance groups. The Manurewa High School students attended two heats at OMAC (Otara Music and Arts Centre), competing against nine other schools in the dance section. The finals were held on 30 August at Telstra Clear Pacific, before industry professional judges Godfrey de Grut, Cherie Mathieson and Parris Goebel. Of the four dance groups who made it to the finals, three were from Manurewa High - Resample, Pro-era and All Stars. The fourth dance group were from One Tree Hill College.

KBB Music Festival The KBB Music Festival is a celebration of youth music, performed annually at the Auckland Town Hall. Performances from over 120 Concert Bands, Jazz Bands, Symphony Orchestras and Chamber Orchestras from Auckland Secondary Schools are judged, with the top performers being awarded at the end of the festival.

The standard and the energy in the group dance section was high, with the top two positions ultimately being awarded to two crews from Manurewa High School; Resample in first and Pro Era in second. The audience was treated to a spectacular finale by surprise guest hip hop dance group ReQuest, who performed the routine that won them gold at the recent world hip hop dance champs in Las Vegas. The Manurewa High School dance group students who made it to the finals were: Resample DUNN, Frano GAUTUSA, Terry KAIWAI, Laurence MALETINO, Salesa TUA, Tain Pro-era AGELI, Matthew TAUA, Marenin TAUA, Masheena

Traditionally, Manurewa High School has performed exceptionally well at the event. This year the music students were determined to uphold the school’s great reputation. All three of the school’s bands battled their way to medal contention at the Town Hall last week, with the Senior Concert Band winning a gold medal, the Jazz Band winning silver, and the Junior Concert Band being awarded bronze. Head of Manurewa High School’s music department, Myra Smith, described the

achievement as ‘outstanding’, saying the students were ‘an absolute credit to themselves and the school’. Mrs Smith says the school’s music mentor and conductor, Miss Yih-hsin Huang, also played a vital role in the bands’ successes.

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Our School 2010

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Staff 2010 Senior Leadership Team Gargiulo Dixon Shaw Wilson Raynes Muir Jones Lockie

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Leslie Mrs S Levi Miss L Li Ms X Liu Mr Z Lord Mrs K Mail Mrs S Marsh Dr N Matthews Mrs T Maybury Ms S McCall Miss N McLeod Mrs B McPherson Miss D Mendoza Mr S Metcalfe Mr R Mulcahy Mrs L Murray Mr G Naidu Mr S O’Riordan Ms E Park Miss V Patel Miss S Pattinson Ms K Perjanik Mrs A Perks Mr S Prasad Ms A Pratt Mrs D Purcell Miss J Ram Mrs M Randle Mr T Render Mr C Rolleston Miss N Servanin Miss E Sharma Mrs L Sharma Miss S Simpson Ms R Singh Mr B Singh Mr R Singh Mrs V Sinha Mr C Smith Mrs M Snelgrove Mis A Snell Mrs E So’oa’emalelagi Miss T Spraggon Miss K Story Miss S Tait Miss T Tavita Mrs N Taylor Miss N Thomas Miss A Tihore Miss M Tiquia Ms M Toga Miss L Trevelyan Mr M vanGarderen Mr S Vijayakumar Mr T Watson Mr R Whittaker Ms A Williams Mr A Williams Mrs A Wright Ms R

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Support Staff Adams Mr Asser Mrs Autagavaia Miss Ball Mrs Black Mrs Butel Ms Cantwell Mr Capper Mrs Chamallamudi Mr Chamberlin Mrs Chen Miss Corner Mrs Coutts Mrs Craig Miss Daly Mrs Davidson Mrs Davies Mrs Dawson Mr Dreadon Mrs Drever Ms Dyer Mrs Egle Ms Eruera Mr Farmer Mrs Fidow Ms Finlay Mrs Foley Mr Goodwin Mr Girdwood Mrs Grubb Mr Grey Mrs Gruebner Mrs Hadfield Ms Hann Mr Harvey Mrs Herangi Ms Harmath-Parkin Mrs Huang Miss Hutchinson Ms Hydes Mrs Imraan Ms Iosia-Sipeli Mis Jackson Mrs Jacob Mrs Kiely Mrs Kitchen Miss Lambert Mrs Langabeer Mr Lewis Mrs Lee Ms

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Staff Leavers 2010

The following teachers have left Manurewa High School during 2010: Mrs E Boucher, Mrs L Creedy, Mr L Davis, Mr J Greenwood, Mrs E Bond-Milne, Mr T Botting, Mr B Mason

Miss Angevi I just wanted to contribute by writing a few words about my time here at Manurewa High School. Two years seem to have flown by. It only seems like yesterday that I accepted the job and was trying to fit my life in to a suitcase. I had no idea of what to expect before coming to New Zealand. I didn’t know what Auckland was like, let alone South Auckland and accepting the job was done more on a “gut feeling” that it was the right thing to do. As it turned out, it was the right decision to make. Accepting the job here has helped me grow, not only in my role as a teacher with all the new knowledge that my experience has brought, but also helped me grow as a person in the sense that I have learned what it can be like working overseas, without the support network of family

and close friends. I am very grateful to the fabulous students that I have been given the opportunity to teach and interact with at MHS. Students here are genuine, kind, honest people. Especially my senior classes have continually amazed me with their generosity, humour and open mindedness. I instantly felt welcome and despite not always knowing “what is going on” in the jungle of NCEA, I felt a kind of loyalty and respect by them. I will not forget the laughs and jokes in the classroom. Usually something related to my accent! The school benefits from being such a rich and multicultural environment. For me, this has been the most interesting part. I think one of the highlights of my time here was eating my lunch while the Maori students next door were practising their Haka. Most

of my friends back home think this is incredibly exotic. I think other schools have a lot to learn from MHS and the way everyone works together as one. Teachers here are very hard working and dedicated. Thanks to all the staff that have supported me. Au Revoir et Merci! Gabriella

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Staff Announcements Babies

Ms A Whittaker with baby Rya

Ms P Firmin with baby Tabitha

Weddings

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The weddings: Miss Jack becomes Mrs Mail, Miss Metcalfe becomes Mrs Lord, Mr Chandar and his wife Lucky, and Ms Taylor on her special day.

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Head Prefects It is a privilege to be a prefect. It is a privilege to serve the school from the front. It is a privilege to support students and to make decisions on their behalf. But it is also a great responsibility. Being a prefect doesn’t mean you are a superhero, it just means that you need to prioritise really well and be prepared for anything. ANYTHING! Every person on the prefect team brings their own qualities and skills. This year some prefects were creative and designers, some were dramatic and performers, whilst others were sporty or academic. Neither is superior to the others. Just like the rest of the student body. Each and every person in each year level is just as important as the other. If you have influence over another

person, you are a leader. Join up, because you will influence people by the things you say to them and by the way you treat them, even through your online statuses. Never underestimate the influence you have over another person. To the prefect team of 2011, you are the history makers. You are the first prefects to work within the new ‘Whanau System’. We know we are leaving this school in very capable hands. Please ensure you use your influence and position for good. To the year 13’s of 2011, please be understanding; although the prefects are your friends, they are also trying to make the best decision for everybody. Jesus said to his disciples “You will do greater things than I have”. Cassie and Simon, we expect and know you are more than capable of doing so.

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all of you for making it this far. I would also like to congratulate the new prefect team of 2011. During your years at Manurewa High School we have experienced a lot and been given many different opportunities. But there are always a lot more challenges waiting in the year ahead. These challenges will allow you to test your skills and also strengthen and build your knowledge. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all that have supported us through this year: Senior Management, Deans, Teachers, Students, and Parents. “We are the leaders of tomorrow” Thanks Adeleina Loto-Meleisea Bruce Ligaliga

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Prefect Team 2010 Cochise AVEI Crystal BRAGANZA Tamaiti CHARLIE Lucy CRONE Haley CROOKS Kate DILLON Lefu(L.J.) FEPULEAI Mathew HAWKINS Paula HINE Dayna JONES Anjalyn KUMAR Loto LATU Bruce LIGALIGA Adeleina LOTO-MELEISEA Ezra MAHANGA Nicholas MELVIN Mikayla MOORE Israel NGUYEN Delphine NUUOLA Mary PALAITI Michael PALMER Viet PHAM Monisha PRASAD Fintan RICHARDSON Roy SA’U Tafatolu TAPALEAO-VA’ALELE Teina TIAVARE Talisua TIPELU Trang TRAN Deborah TURU Vikas VARMA Maad YOUHANNA

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Biology Liggins Institute In term one the 03BIO classes visited the Liggin’s Institute, at the University of Auckland. We had a day of laboratory activities, where we created D.N.A. profiles using forensic techniques. We were all inspired by the Biotechnological advances made by research undertaken by the Institute. We met a Scientist from Mexico and Canada, who helped us decide what kind of scientific careers we might like to pursue in our tertiary study. The 03BIO students 2010

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Get out your sleeping bags, put on your gum boots, and break out the books. Bio camp. Bio camp is a chance for the year twelve biology and BIF students to earn three credits by applying our knowledge of ecology learnt in class to the world around us. We looked at three ecological patterns: zonation on the rocky shore and in the stream, and stratification in the forest. The classes were divided into three groups, each looking at a different area. Crabs were found in their hoards at the beach, fantails in the forest, and who doesn’t like wading waist deep in muddy water searching for fish in the stream? On the last day at camp we sat the final part of our assessment: the essay. Once this was over, clean up began and we made our way back to school. Our observations? Everything has its role to play in their habitat and a reason to be exactly where they are. By Amy Van De Weg 12LE

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Business Applications Department Monetary Policy Challenge The Monetary Policy Challenge gives secondary school students an exciting opportunity to put themselves in the shoes of Reserve Bank economists and recommend what the Official Cash Rate could be. Using the same information as the Reserve Bank, teams assess the economic conditions facing New Zealand and the outlook for inflation. Based upon their assessment of the economy, each team decides on an

appropriate setting for the Official Cash Rate. Alex Hung, Michael Wong, Cole Stewart and Nilshikha Narayan were the participants from our school. They showed a strong understanding of the economic relationships and had identified some of the key issues facing the New Zealand economy. The Monetary Policy Challenge links to NCEA achievement standard: Economics 3.4 (AS 90632). It sparked the passion

for economics, giving our students the chance to link what they learnt in textbooks with reality. The whole experience has been really exciting.

Trade Fair The Enterprise Studies Trade Fair is a highlight of our Accounting and Enterprise Studies course at Year 10. This event is held in the hall where up to 50 different groups (or enterprises as we like to call them) display the products that they had been labouring over for four weeks. Some students don’t finish until just before the Trade Fair starts! The aim of Enterprise Studies is to develop a “can do” attitude in the students and to show them that they can make things happen themselves – and this was certainly achieved as between three and four hundred students and parents come to peruse, haggle and BUY, BUY, BUY as the students realise the rewards of their effort. Everyone was the winner but Awards were taken away by the following groups:

RAJASEKARAN, Preeyeta MALA, Krystal BENJAMIN, Melissa NERU) Most Innovative Product: Poochi (Emeline TUPOU, Jimmy WU, Aniketh PRASAD, Isabella TAFAGAFAGA, Sovandi OUK) Best in Customer services: New Zealand Made (Zafir ISA ALI, Adam PALMER, Prashneel GOUNDER, Nathan KUMAR)

Nightlight Trade Fair was a great experience. Our group worked hard and came up with some brilliant ideas. We all made an effort to produce our product and cooperated as well as communicated well to make our business successful. As a group, we gave all our ideas to our team leader, who made decisions which definitely benefited our Nightlight business. Basically, all our perseverance paid off in the end and we’re ecstatic about the result. We will use the skills that we learnt on that day in the future. Krystal and Melissa.

Best in Quality: Lirst Limited (Louise TAUTOGI, Shivashna PRASAD, Rachael DANIEL, Ida STOWERS, Taufa LANGI) Best in Display: Night Light (Jayapriya

SELL Programme each other during the presentation and just do it. We didn’t expect to win to be honest, other groups had interesting products but as they say the best team always wins. We got applauded on our creativity, innovative idea and for our group work. We won best overall production design. Our prize was a little SELL badge. Even though the prize was little, that little badge will always remind us of all the hardship and stress we put each other through to come out on top – “WOLFPAK” Kristine Achari

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The SELL programme where to begin? When we first heard about it the class obvious reaction was no one wanted to do it and those who did, only did it to miss three days of school but that first impression was changed. It was not what I thought; we were put into groups given business positions and real deadlines that we had to stick to. My group “WOLFPAK INC.” created the product “g-scale (glove scale)”. We didn’t know each other yet we had to put differences aside and get along and trust

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Art History Early Friday morning on the 30th July 2010, the Level Three Art History class met at the Auckland domestic airport bound for Wellington, a city with a vibrant art culture. The small group of students and Miss Hansen spent two days walking all over Wellington city learning many things about New Zealand art. The students particularly enjoyed the talk from the prominent New Zealand artist John Pule at the Wellington City Gallery, as he gave special mention to the Rewa students in the audience. The students also enjoyed seeing the artwork in Te Papa and were mesmerised by the extra large scale paintings/installations of Judy Millar. After a very informative two days we ended the trip with a game of ten pin bowling and a fun taxi ride to the Wellington airport with the driver pumping some beats in the van. It was an awesome trip with a great bunch of people: Casey Clark, Ancelin Colls, Connor Duin, Shannen Grogan, Kris Kingsford, Jeanette Low, Nicholas Melvin, Tegan Peters, Shalen Singh, Mrs Hansen and Miss Hansen. Thanks to all the people who supported our fundraising to get us there.

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Art Department 2010 has been by far the fastest year I have had teaching at Manurewa High School. So much has been going on and as I write this, there is still more on the agenda with the level three folios due and many prize givings. This year we have all been busy developing our units for the new curriculum, brainstorming ideas to develop our programmes, running tutorials and having babies. As well as being busy with completing another year of senior art portfolios, a member of staff was also busy having her second child. In May, Ms A Whittaker welcomed to the world a little sister for Declan, baby Rya Louise. A darling wee lady and I’m sure in the future, a fellow artist. This year we welcomed Tara-Lee Hansen into the department. She is our new Art History expert and has been a great support for us also, especially in developing our junior programmes. As always the annual Art Exhibition is the highlight of our year, where we can showcase our student’s artistic talents to staff and the public. This year was another great success where all of our fields (design, photography, painting, printmaking, carving and junior art) were equally represented. Miss Emma Burrow’s was awarded the ‘Contribution to the Art Exhibition’ award this year, and was commended for contributing works from all three of her art subjects. I’m sure 2011 will prove to be just as exciting and speedy with our new courses, class set of digital cameras and new achievement standards, aye aye aye! I look forward to it knowing, I will be in such a fun and well supported department. Ms S Carnachan

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Careers Department We have had a very successful year with many more students and parents accessing our department for career resources and/or career advice. With the introduction of SAC 2010 (Student Achievement Conferences), it has been really great to have the opportunity to discuss career education, option choice and career pathways with students and their parents either during or following their interview times with form

teachers. In February we welcomed a new staff member to our team. She is Ms Rowsell who replaces Mrs Sloan as one of our two Careers Assistants. Mr Murray returned to assist with the individual interviews for year 12 students but sadly has convinced me that he really will retire at the end of this year. We will miss him greatly. This year also saw the introduction of a new Government initiative – Youth Guarantee

Year 13 Destinations - Percentages 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 Responses 117 91 110 112 109 127 Total Tertiary 64 57 62 60 60 74 Fulltime Uni 32 34 34 30 32 47 Fulltime Work 19 35 26 23 38 13 Fulltime Tech 32 23 28 29 12 27 Part-time Work Undecided Apprenticeships Part-time Courses Defence Student Exchange Study High School /Correspondence

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Qistina AHMAD ALI Yuyun Huang Hannah LAI Halyma NGUYEN Israel NGUYEN Joel NGUYEN Viet PHAM Haley CROOKS Bruce LIGALIGA Vathna AM Mikayla MOORE Loto LATU Adam TAYLOR Falemua IOANE Cameron MALCOLM Maki MCQUOID Iliana RASOWAGA

The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Jubilee Awards $6,000 The University of Auckland - Scholarships Up to $50,000 Inder Lynch Lawyers – Achievement Awards $1,000 Inder Lynch Lawyers – Achievement Awards $1,000 AUT – Vice-Chancellor‘s Scholarships Up to $30,000 AUT – Significant Students Scholarship Up to $30,000 PricewaterhouseCoopers - Aspire Scholarship Up to $8,750 MIT – Early Childhood Education Scholarship Up to $4,000 MIT – Secondary School Tertiary Scholarship Up to $4,000 MIT – Secondary School Tertiary Scholarship Up to $4,000 MIT – Secondary School Tertiary Scholarship Up to $4,000 MIT – Secondary School Tertiary Scholarship Up to $4,000

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After a rather lean year last year in securing funding scholarships for our tertiary bound students, our department is really pleased to have processed a greater number of applications this year with greater success. With the economic decline, students were far more proactive in accessing scholarship information from us and we spent a solid month processing each application to ensure that it met the required standard. Sometimes this took several attempts to get it just right but those who were successful will agree that the effort they put in was worth it. We would like to congratulate those students whose results follow and those who are still to find out if they have been successful in their applications to different universities and training providers. Best wishes to all who are about to begin their tertiary experience and those who have left to take up positions in the workforce. To those returning, we invite you to visit us next year in the Careers room.

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Scheme, which provides students with an alternative, no fees pathway, from year 11 into tertiary training if they meet the criteria and more importantly, have a clear idea of a career option. We have had a large number of Year 11’s from this year enrolling for courses for 2012. Every year we follow up on what our year 13’s from the previous year are doing. The graph below shows our records since 2000 in percentages.

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Writing “This is where I’m coming from” -Extracts from Year 12 English writing “Whoa, that dude’s massive.” “Bro, he must be like tough as!” As I walk through the front gates of my new school, I hear the murmur and whispers of my peers all around me. I can feel hundreds of pairs of beady little eyes staring at me in amazement, scanning me from head to toe as if I were another life form. I can’t blame them, growing up in my size 15 shoes was very awkward and slightly daunting. I was born on the 1st of May 1993, coming into this world a reasonable 8.8 pounds. That was the last time I was a small child! Every day since my birth, I grew at an uncontrollable rate. My mum reckons that I grew at least a centimetre a day. To this day I stand a whopping 198cm tall and I’m still growing. Throughout my schooling days, I would always be at least a head taller than the other kids and half a body wider. By the time I was Year Five, I was at eye level with my teachers. It is common that Pacific Islanders are big, but not to this extent. There is no doubt in my mind that this partly because of my Samoan heritage but also because of my genetic make-up. Apparently my great grandfather was also very big and extremely tall. I don’t believe that being my size is a burden but a blessing because I am unique. Although finding clothes is difficult, it makes life a whole lot easier when you can change a light bulb without using a ladder! Let’s just say I would rather stand out in the crowd than blend in.

Sweaty palms and uncontrollable butterflies are fluttering wildly in my stomach. As I nervously approach the stage, I hear the crowd screaming and the voices of mothers cheering for their tamariki, “Go my son” or “Go my daughter”. Then from the corner of my eye, I see a lady standing proudly with the Niuean flag, waving it around like washing blowing on the clothesline. It is my grandma. She is giving me the big evil eye almost like a pukana as I had just missed my cue to start our traditional Nuiean cultural dance, the meke. I sway my hips from side to side, lifting my feet to the beat of the drums, smiling and singing loudly out to the crowd as I feel the presence of my heritage rushing through me.

I am fast asleep when my Nan comes in the room at 6:00am to wake me up for singing practice at church. All I can hear is the little kids running around and making lots of noise, so, still half asleep, I lay back down, just for a few more minutes. Then I hear Nan shouting out, “Girl, how are you going to cope when you’re married and you have to wake up early to cook for your husband’s parents?” I get up straight away and laugh at her. I tell her that I would never ever in my wildest dreams get married to a Samoan because it’s too much drama!

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eldest sister has to take care of the family and take on the motherly role. His aunty took care of him but never treated him fairly. He would have his head dunked in the toilet for little things like not listening; I guess you could say he’s the “Harry Potter” in his family, the slave. Having a troubled childhood and feeling like he didn’t belong anywhere, the notorious gang, The Mongrel Mob, became his new family. Eventually this lifestyle led to him spending nine years in jail. When he came out and married my mum he turned his back on his culture forever.

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puipui oe. Samoa is the country I treasure, deep down in my heart is where I keep this treasure. Be strong; stand up with all your strength. Don’t be afraid because the Lord thy God will always be with you. I sit there listening as my family sings our traditional song, watching as they move to the rhythm and I know that this place they are singing about is where I come from. The one place where I truly belong… I watch as everyone joins in, including the little kids, singing and laughing together. My mother realises that I am just sitting there watching them. She turns around so that she’s facing me and says, “E a la na usu soo, ia iloa ai outou le fanau, sose mea a e tatou iai i lenei lalolagi, aua nei galo ia oe le taua o lou agaga male mea na e sau mai ai. Ia teu i totonu o lou fatu.” “We sing the song to remind you that wherever you are in this world, don’t ever forget how important your language is and where you come from. Treasure this with all your heart.” I realise that what she has just said is true. Smiling, I get up and join my family.

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Gateway Gateway is a government funded initiative through the Tertiary Education Commission. Gateway enables senior students to learn and gain NZQA credits while in the workplace. Gateway is designed to make learning relevant and to broaden student’s options, and enables schools to help their students by strengthening the range of career pathways. It has been another successful year for the Gateway Programme here at MH. We have seen an increase of senior students taking part in the Programme from last year with 74 senior students taking part in various Gateway Programmes and industries throughout

the year. Special congratulations to Jonathan Havill, Shivam Prasad and Vanel Ram- after successful completion of their Gateway Programme with Air NZ Engineering Services, all three students successfully passed the entrance test and have been accepted into the Air NZ training school commencing 2011- where they will start their training to become aircraft engineers. We wish them all the best. Special congratulations also to all 17 senior students who completed their “Customer Service Award” a national qualification recognised within the retail industry. Look out for our MH students on Maori TV and also Tagata Pasifika later this year. Two

media groups as part of their Gateway programme had the opportunity to create a story that would go to air on these stations. Congratulations to the students involved and their hard work in putting these stories together. Congratulations to all students that took part in the Gateway Programme 2010 you all represented yourselves and MH to the highest standard at all times and often in very demanding work environments. I wish you all the very best for the future. G. Reid Gateway Coordinator

Gateway Students FIRESERVICE Fintan Richardson and I took part in a Fire service gateway course. We were absolutely ecstatic that we were chosen to take part in this course as only five students were chosen. We started our course at the Mt Wellington training centre, where we had to undergo the very same drills that a real firefighter would do on a regular basis. We rolled up hoses, crawled through tunnels, put out fires. We were also blind folded, wore gas masks, oxygen tanks and were eventually locked up in a simulator building which was pitch black and extremely hot and stuffy. We were given the task to navigate our way through the building, while overcoming obstacles within it, relying only on a bit

of string and the senses available to us. Once our two day training was over, all five of the trainees were allocated to different fire stations around Auckland and I was allocated to Mt Roskill station. I would follow their everyday routines, I would eat when they ate, sleep, watch TV, run drills, play table tennis at the same times as they did. But when that siren went off, everyone’s attitude would change in an instant, they would put on their serious faces and I had to be in the truck along side them, ready to save a life. This course has given me the inside knowledge that I need, if I want to pursue a career in the Fire service. Firemen go out everyday and try to save strangers lives and do it without any consideration for their own safety, these guys aren’t just role models they are heroes and this is why

they are the most respected people in uniform in the world. The week that I spent with the fire service was probably the best week of my life and I would strongly advice anyone thinking of having an exciting and exhilarating career should consider doing the gateway course next year, you will not regret it.

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1000s of applicants. 25 interviewed. 12 selected. Four of which were from the Manurewa High school. We were in the select few chosen by Air New Zealand for a privileged 11 weeks of work experience, which took place in the multiple workshops within Air New Zealand engineering. This “hands on” work experience took place each Wednesday during term two. The work involved working in metal, fabrication workshops which focused on individual aspects of the plane, or on turbine engines. There was also large amounts of hanger work, which involved fixing and checking the actual plane and overhauling (swapping) engines. This experience has opened doors , which next year are leading me and two other Manurewa High pupils into the aeronaughtical engineering field at Air New Zealand. Jonathan Havill

Kia Orana! This year, through Gateway & Radio in Schools, I was fortunate enough to be the first student ever to get the amazing opportunity to attend Mai FM every Saturday morning for the month of August. I worked and learnt from the industry’s finest radio broadcaster Doug Te Moni or “Big D” as he likes to call himself. Through this experience I realised that radio is far more complex than it may appear. It really does take an art and certain skills to master the mic and run a radio show seamlessly. Multi-tasking and thinking on your feet is a must – there is always something to do! Having this experience with Mai FM truly inspired me, and reassured my aspirations of pursuing a career in the broadcast industry. One thing that I’ll always keep with me from this experience was a piece of advice Doug gave me, and it was this: “As soon as what you’re doing becomes a job, that’s when you know you need to re-evaluate.” – In other words, if you do what you love, you’ll never have to work a day in your life. Follow your dreams; it’s your inspiration for life. Haley Crooks

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Early Childcare I did my Gateway for Primary School Teaching at Homai Primary. I found the kids to be really cool and the teachers were very welcoming and supportive. Every week I went through rotations of the Year Fours to Sixes and saw how different teachers worked with their classes. This was a great way to learn about how to teach and how to become a teacher and I hope that I will be able to do the same thing again next year. Jordan Keyzer

POLICE PROGRAMME At the beginning of the year over 40 year 13 students had signed up for a Gateway programme with the NZ Police. By term two only seven students made the grade. We were all put through our paces and we all had to do the Police P.A.T (physical appraisal test). This included a 2.4km run in 10 min 51 sec, 34 push ups, grip test and the jump test. We all went hard as we needed to pass each test to move onto the next stage. A couple of weeks later we were informed of the next assessment. We had to do three unit standards all based on law enforcement in NZ, and two weeks later we had the P.C.T (physical competency test) this test looked simple but was very very challenging, it included jumping through windows, jumping over fences, crossing balance beams, dragging heavy dummies and much more. Seven students from our school took

part they were Roy Sa’u, Joshua Collier, Shade Heta, Mark Sione, Kevin Kaifoto, and I (Hayden Edmonds) and also our only girl Deborah Turu. Our cop in school Constable Doug Eruera took us out to the ASB show grounds in Greenlane where the test took place. The Police instructors said we all had great times. Our next test we had was the swimming test. This included a 50 meter swim in 54 seconds, treading water for 5 minutes and a 3 meter duck dive to retrieve a rubber brick. Deborah Turu and I were then chosen to compete in the inter secondary school P.C.T challenge representing Manurewa High School because we had the fastest male and female times from our school. Deborah finished with the fastest time in the whole competition for the females. I highly recommend this programme to any one interested in a Career with the NZ Police or any of the forces. Thank you to Mr Reid and Constable Douglas Eruera for everything they have done for us.

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The gateway programme was a very exciting and challenging experience. Bank tellers play an important role at the bank. During my training, I realized that when someone mentions the word ‘bank teller’ it does not only refer to computers and huge sums money but it also involves responsibility, punctuality , continual communication with customers, repetitive tasks, long periods and a high level of attention to security that characterize this job. The working environment at the national bank was very friendly and comfortable and I enjoyed my time learning the important skills and basics of work ethics. Sanjleen Singh

As a year 12 student, there are endless opportunities around the school that are given to us and one of those opportunities is Gateway. Working on a gateway programme gives us career experience that could eventually be a pathway for our future. This year a group of friends and I were privileged enough to work on a gateway programme that involved creating a 5-8 minute story for Maori Television. Each girl in the group had their own role to play as presenters, writers and as for myself I took up the director role. We did our story on Mai FM’s radio DJ Big D and his new concept radio in schools. We travelled to Otahuhu College and the Mai FM studio to create our story and then we had the exciting task of editing. Doing a programme like this also helped us gain confidence in this industry. We also have grown to know a range of people who are willing to help us further our studies that could potentially make the roles we played our actual jobs. As it gave us a sense of what we want to do in the future. Thanks to Mr Reid for all his help and support couldn’t have done it with out you! Monique Horsfall, Jasmin Pihema, Rosemary Johnston and Jessica Roberts

Being one of the only two students from our school to be accepted into the Gateway Programme at Middlemore Hospital this year, it was much more than a just visit to a doctor. From this programme I got the chance to operate and help out with the latest equipment and computers that cost thousands of dollars, and see how they are being used to save lives. I got to experience and witness first hand the life of a radiologist and see just how important the role of a radiologist is in the hospital. I have learned that it is not just about scanning people and knowing how to work the oversized machines, but there is much more to this career than what you see on TV. This career requires you to have a great compassion and patience towards the person you are working on, and also to work in a tight schedule to make sure that the hospital runs smoothly. This programme has opened my eyes to consider a career option that I never thought I would be interested in. It is one of those careers where there are lots of surprises and sometimes you get you see some unbelievable things. Vathna Am

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Educational Support Centre We have had a very successful year this year in the ESC with the Special Olympics: Winning Gold in the Soccer Tournament and Sharleen Tawhai getting the Trophy for the highest scoring girl in Ten Pin Bowling; we also entered the swimming competition and did very well with students competing agains some of the best special Olympians in South Auckland. Students have also partaken in several trips into Auckland as part of the discover Auckland module which we have been doing in studies. This included a trip to Mission Bay to learn about all about Michael Joseph Savage. We have also visited One Tree Hill to learn about John Logan Campbell. At the end of the term we will be going

on a trip to Rotorua to teach children independence away from home, and to show them New Zealand cultural heritage with a performance and have dinner at the Mitai Maori Village, as well as learn about what goes on behind the scenes in a farm at the Agro Dome. Students have shown great independence in their trips to different places. They have also shown courage in undertaking tasks which have taken them outside their comfort zone, for example Chantep Lach climbing to the top of the climbing wall over coming all of her fears and showing determination. Also Jayden Thomas and Malu Naunau were able to swim 50 meters freestyle to compete against the other special schools in Auckland.

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ESOL Department 2010 has been an extremely busy but very successful year for the ESOL department. It is always very rewarding to see students, who come to New Zealand knowing very little of the English language develop their confidence in the ability to communicate using English. Imagine having to go to school and learn subjects where you can’t understand much of what is being said. Not only do they have to learn the language, but also adapt to the change of culture and lifestyle here in New Zealand. It is admirable that our ESOL students are determined, motivated, and hard-working and bringing a wealth of assets of different cultures and languages to our school, which is a huge accomplishment. About a hundred students studied ESOL this year from reception level through to the advanced academic English courses. Students came from different countries and language backgrounds and included refugees, migrants and foreign fee-paying students. Our senior students are mostly

assessed using both ESOL and English unit standards. Students are able to have the opportunity to earn credits towards passing NCEA at all levels of English language acquisition – from Level 1 to Level 3 and Literacy 1 and 2. This ensures that all of our students have a chance to achieve at their very best and taste the sweetness of success! Congratulations to students who made good progress and achieved in all levels of the department in 2010. Three of the five students gained Literacy Level 2, which is required for entrance into university courses. An increased number of students gained Literacy 1. We saw a marked increase in achievement in all skills including listening, speaking, reading and writing. Our reception students gained commendable improvement from ELLP foundation level to Stage 1 in all skills, which has fulfilled our goals set this year. ESOL teachers are to be congratulated for their enthusiasm, expertise and effort and the voluntary time they spent outside class time providing students with extra support. This has ensured the students’ success. Thank you to my colleague Miss Vickie

Park. Our department has been fortunate to gain extra support of the Government in funding and we have been able to purchase computers and reading series from true beginner to advanced level. It is great to see the students enjoy reading and using ICT skills and they are having fun and learning at the same time! Life is never boring and we believe in life-long learning!!!! Thank you to ESOL staff for running a successful lunch time reading centre to make this possible. Support staff continues to play an important role in our department. Thanks to our wonderful teacher aides. Thank you to Carla O’Neil for assisting with administration and assessing the funded ESOL students. Thank you to Ann Shaw for supporting the junior students in class and thank you to Chrissie Lee for supporting the reception students, making wonderful resources and the admirable work ethics. Ms X LI HOD ESOL

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English Department A Year in Review

When approaching the English department, one is almost immediately faced with two options. You can walk straight through the door of the main office, keep going past a slew of beautiful young ladies and pop out the other end on your way to the Drama and Dance departments, or, you can take a sharp right turn and find yourself in the brain of the department. The aroma of coffee is almost incessant and the casual laughter of (mostly) happy (mostly) females bounces of the literary walls. A big central table with student prose likely to be strewn in frustration across it, is the hub of the English department. Decisions are made here, debates are raged and the odd bit of gossip gets mixed in with the multifarious lives of the eccentric and hummingly busy teachers. A lone avocado stone sits on a high shelf, bobbing occasionally in tepid water, beneath it, a calendar filled with different kinds of shoes for every day of the year. The calendar; an undeniable symbol of the strong feminine force at work in the department, the avocado stone however, a symbol of the outnumbered men, trying to take root amongst beautiful flowers. This is the English department, a place of contrast, creativity, diversity and growth.

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English department, the wonderful symbolism and entrenched meaning of the experience, would suffice. It is no secret that veiled murmurs about how Mr. Bowens and Mr. Chandra survive in such a female dominated department abound in the Manurewa halls but it is obviously a secret joy for the two men to be surrounded by such talented and determined pedagogical colleagues. (Not to mention their now increased knowledge of the world of shoes, hair & makeup and current fashion trends, among other subjects.) Above all else, the English department is a well oiled machine. This year saw an increased percentage of the Year Eleven; Level One Literacy students make it through the necessary internal assessments. This achievement was of course partly down to the diligence of the students concerned but it would have been incredibly difficult if it were not for the patience, and stubborn determination of the English teachers. With new changes on the horizon and all of the changes the department has dealt with in the past, one core value stays true: The success of the students is down to the support and encouragement within the teaching team. So, next time you are faced with the option of walking through the English Department to check out the wonderful Dance and Drama down the hall, which is always reaching new standards of excellence, stop for a minute or two, and enjoy the company, and coffee, of a diverse and ever evolving English department. You are always welcome! J.Bowens

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The new school year brought with it some big changes to the department; new leaders took the helm and not only were they beautiful, intelligent and ambitious, they were both Michelle. One Frayling and one Flynn. Miss Frayling became the HOD supported by Miss Flynn in the Assistant HOD role. It became a double barrelled blonde head on the proverbial freight train to success. It was clear from the start that the department was headed down an avenue of strength and determination.

Almost immediately, Literacy became of primary concern, as it is, and always has been, an area in constant need of nurturing and growth. For students finding themselves lost amidst the labyrinthine English language, interaction, support and generous amounts of feed back and feed forward were the order of the day. The workload was tough this year but the benefits were great. The gargantuan amount of paper work attached to the post of English teacher is no laughing matter, but this year however, in order to break the routine of constantly marking papers, the English troupe decided to take part in Push Play week with added gusto. Under the new leadership of Miss Frayling, no department member was spared and without fail during interval there was a gumboot being tossed or an office chair being raced around the gym. The determination was clear. The English department were out to prove something. They are not mere purveyors of vocabulary prancing around in poetry books all day; they can move their poetic posteriors! This was certainly an opportunity for two members of the English department in particular to shine and show themselves (and their maleness) to the rest of the staff. So often had they been overlooked beneath the radiance of their female counterparts that a lot of gumboot throwing power had been stored deep inside ready to breach the surface in honour of their manhood, and of course, their wonderful department. It would be ironic at this point to state, what for some might be an inevitable conclusion to such an endeavour, that the English department, of course, lost miserably to the obviously more physical science department, or the multi talented and analytical maths department but alas no, the English department defeated them all and took home the coveted Push Play week trophy. This of course, is a metaphorical and non existent trophy, BUT, being the

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Hospitality & Catering Junior Hospitality Competition There were fantastic results at this competition and well done to our medal winners. It was a valuable learning experience on Tuesday 22nd when 17 of our Year 12 & 13 Hospitality students took the time to participate in the NZ Junior Hospitality Competition at CHATS, MIT. It was a tough competition with about 100 students from other Auckland Schools, but the hard work, and their perseverance made our students the proud achievers of the following:

FRONT OF HOUSE Gold Norton Reuben – Novelty Table Setting Mary Palait - Novelty Table Setting Omeka Ford - Traditional Table Setting Mary Palaiti – Traditional Table Setting Mepa Kalonihea – Traditional Table Setting Silver Natalia Turangatau – Novelty Table Setting Kristina Ponte – Traditional Table Setting Phillip Joll – Mocktail Mixology Bronze Mary Palaiti – Mocktail Mixology Maata Wade – Mocktail Mixology Shrikal Kishore – Mocktail Mixology Chloe Ringiao – Caramelised Apple Fruit Flan

Medals were awarded to competitors based on the following: 91-100 Gold 80- 90 Silver 71-79 Bronze And the Golden Girl of the Day was Mary Palaiti, who achieved another Gold for participating in 3 events. HOD Hospitality & catering Daisy Chandra

Culinary Competition We had another great achievement last night at the Ellerslie Event Centre, where Jacklin Pillay 12CA was awarded the GOLD for her High Tea Competition out of the 20 other competitors. Her presentation was superb and I must say flawless. I wish to acknowledge the teachers of Shrikal, Bryann, Natalia, Norton and Jacklin for their support and patience over the last few weeks. Also, not forgetting the staff for the ‘tastings’ and evaluation and last but not the least I wish to thank the school for this opportunity as this does have a ‘monetary’ cost.

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The Raging Rhino drizzled with Bell Pepper Pickled Ginger Sauce, tamed with Papaya Salsa tantalised the taste buds of the Secondary School Burger Competition Judges last month. It was made by Year 13 Hospitality and Catering student Phillip Joll who competed in the Auckland Regional Burger Competition. About 20 schools in the Auckland Region took part in this annual competition and although Phillip’s burger did not emerge to be the winning burger, this year, it was flavoursome and the creativity shown by Phillip was truly inspiring.

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Yr 13 Geography Georism For my last year of high school, I wanted to do something completely random – and take a subject that I had never taken before. Somehow... fate brought me towards Geography. I didn’t know what to expect – I didn’t even have an idea of what the subject would be about. Were we going to be tested on how well we can memorise countries or something? I honestly had no clue. About a week into the first term, Geo became the only class that I liked going to. It was fun, interesting, and I have to say – out of all my classes, I learnt the most in Geo. I have so many favourite parts about taking it this year, like the trip to Muriwai beach – but most of all, Georism camp. Along with the Tourism class, we went for three days to Rotorua. Combining the two classes together, created the wackiest, craziest bunch of teenagers, from the “dirty south”, exploring Rotorua like it was a whole new world. Although it was only three days, we made the most of it – we managed to pack in the best memories possible: From birthday cakes, bunjy jumping, spas, rides, sheep shows, table tennis, museum, pyjama parties, paper games, motion master, 24, cable carts, mi goreng, spongebob beds, luge, maori culture shows, jumping photos, and heart to hearts, out of my five years at MH, Georism camp was by far, the best camp I’ve ever been on. New friendships and relationships were formed, and we all became, one big happy family. I can’t think of any way to have made the camp better, apart from making it longer than it was.

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Maybe it was the subject, or the students, or maybe it was the teacher, Miss Glendinning? Maybe it’s just me? I’m not quite sure what it is – but there is something uniquely special about Geo... I learnt the most here out of all of my subjects, and at the same time, I don’t remember having to study at all. When I think of my whole year in Geo, all I see are good, happy memories those that’ll last me a lifetime. My only regret? Is that I didn’t take Geo sooner. Jacqueline Boquiron

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Languages French On Wednesday the 3rd of November 19 year 10 students went to the French restaurant “Garde- Manger” on Queen Street in Auckland CBD. It was a great experience to visit an authentic French restaurant where the waiters didn’t speak much English. We ate crepes. This is a French pancake and we had one savoury one and one sweet one. There were three choices of savoury crepes; chicken with cheese, mushroom with herbs or ratatouille with bacon. For dessert we had a choice of chocolate with almonds or honey with nuts. It is hoped the students got a “taste” of real French culture.

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Music members received $50.00 KBB vouchers. Performing on Taiko drums, lent by our tutor Miss Chen, this group was spectacular to watch and entertained later in both our Spring Concert and at assembly. Our entry in the Smokefree Rock quest was ‘Lost Avenues’ they moved easily from the heats to the finals at the Telstra Clear and, although unplaced, really benefited from the experience. Some of them went on to form ‘Rubber Band’ which continued to entertain us at school. The eagerly awaited ‘Band of Strangers’ concert took place this year at our own ‘Telstra Clear’ centre. Nine of our students took the stage alongside Andrew Fagan and Nesian Mystik, looking and sounding as if they totally belonged up there. They sang and played to a great audience of family and friends. The evening was over far too soon. As part of the build up to the annual KBB festival our senior concert band enjoyed a day visiting and workshopping with the Glendowie High School concert band. We would like to say a big thank you to all the Glendowie musicians for hosting us so warmly and giving us a really fun day of playing together. August, and the all important festival was upon us too soon. With three competitive bands entered this year, it was a very busy week. Imagine our elation to find our senior band invited to play in the Sunday Gala Concert as one of the top 4 Concert Bands. The awards ceremony saw our Junior Band receive Bronze, our Jazz Band receive Silver, and our Senior Band, GOLD. Miss Huang’s expert direction of our bands is a vital ingredient in their success and we congratulate her sincerely on her dedication and musical endeavour. Significant also was the steep rise in success of the jazz band, a tribute to the enthusiasm and commitment of Mr Randle and Mr Coulomb. Plans are now well underway for the 2011 concert Band trip to Sydney and Canberra. Our ‘Spring Celebration Concert’ in September provided the opportunity for all our successful ensembles to perform to the community and also launched our fundraising effort. It was also appropriate that music be part of the 50th anniversary celebrations in October. We gathered a talented ‘band’ of past and present students to entertain guests at the Friday evening ‘mix and mingle’ and then the Senior Concert Band was able to show just how far music has come, by playing to our guests at the Saturday gathering. Other special moments this year included a visit and performance from the very popular

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JJ Williams who promoted good practice with regard to music copyright issues and a visit into the Aotea Centre to the opera ‘Macbeth’. Mr Peter Watts also brought his harpsichord to school which was a really valuable demonstration for our senior students. Musicians have led the school singing once again during International Week and at prize giving time Without a doubt our music department’s most valuable resource is its staff. One magical ingredient this year came with the arrival in February of Miss Beth Cuizon, a young music teacher particularly experienced in band leadership. She left her home in Hawaii to experience Music teaching somewhere else in the world and we are so delighted that she chose to join us. In one short year she has made a significant contribution to the recruitment and training of Year 9 wind band students and her lively personality makes her a joy to work with. Mr Tim Randle has continued to take care of all our technical problems with such good humour and patience, Mr Shannon Coulomb, has inspired even more young people with his passion and enthusiasm. Miss Huang and all our other itinerant tutors are an enormous support and without them our music department could not function as it does. We reluctantly farewelled Mrs Dawn Louman at the end of term 3 as she moved into class room teaching after 13 years as a particularly valuable member of our itinerant staff. Our amazing music co-ordinator Mrs Elaine Girdwood is the person who assists us with a very wide range of administrative and practical tasks. In addition, Deputy Principal Mr Daniel Wilson is a wonderful support person for all we do. All music staff join me in sending best wishes to the students who are leaving us. We know that you will all have happy memories of music at Manurewa High School. Mrs Myra Smith, HoD Music. 2010 Itinerant Music tutors. Miss Yih-hsin Huang – band conductor and woodwind Mrs Linda Kitchen – vocal Mr Wayne Cantwell – classical guitar Mr Chris Dawson – drum kit Miss Jane Chen – percussion Mrs Robyn Finlay – strings and piano. Dr. Agnes Harmath – flute Mrs Dawn Louman – woodwind Mr Jim Langabeer – saxophone Mr Matthew Verrill – brass.

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2010 has been another wonderful year in Music despite seeming to have moved along at ‘breakneck’ speed. The year had scarcely begun when we knew we had to start work immediately on our production. Despite some early reservations over the choice of ‘Guys and Dolls’ (‘that must be really ‘old school’ – we have never heard of it!’) students enthusiastically enrolled in large numbers. Auditions were competitive, and weekly singing and band rehearsals commenced. Initially we found the music vocally challenging, and the language of the script even more difficult. The band music required considerable adaptation but there were plenty of players keen to persevere. It was at production camp – at lovely Willow Park – that we began to see a show emerging. We could begin to hear the ‘40s big band’ sound coming from the instruments, we could see how the story all fitted together and we could also see what a great team of enthusiastic staff and students we had. Inevitably we were still fine-tuning dance moves and music cues on the last weekend of rehearsals but finally it did come together. The result was another pride-filled achievement – with a strong band featuring brass wind bass and percussion accompanying some of Manurewa High School’s best solo singing. The dancing was colourful and imaginative while the setting, costumes and language took us all to another time and place - Manhattan in the 1940s. It was such fun and a great learning experience for our students. A unique event this year was ‘The Casanova Project’ the brainchild of our very special vocal tutor Linda Kitchen. Her fascination with the timeless story of Mozart’s ‘Don Giovanni’ led her to devise a modern adaptation, in every day English, combining the music of Mozart with more modern musical styles and instruments. Four of our students distinguished themselves working alongside professional singers in lead roles. Others made up the chorus and the premier performance played to a full Telstra Clear theatre. Her vision and drive made opera relevant and alive for a large group of our young people, an experience they will never forget. Two ensembles represented us admirably in the Auckland Secondary Schools Chamber music festival. Both the wind trio and the Percussion group played well but the latter received special mention with a new award ‘Striving for Excellence.’ Each of the 6

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Smokefree Rock Quest Raymond Pearce and I (guitars) were the first members of the band, exchanging song ideas between just the two of us. Emily Judson (vocals) was the next to join, a year 11 girl from Botany Downs Secondary College with a stunning voice Soon after, our friends Henry Laussen (drums) and Junior Taala (bass), two of the most amazing musicians I have ever met, jumped on board too, completing the formation of Our Lost Avenues (OLA). I was the only one in the band who had been in the Smokefree Rockquest competition before so I knew what to prepare for. Our first song was named “Angel”. Having all the members at practice, at the same time, is one of the hardest things to do in a rock band. Communication needs to be there too. Then, once you have learned your individual part of a song, timing is essential with the other instruments. Playing your songs over and over again may be boring and tiring, but it is necessary. The Manukau heats were on the 14th of May at the OMAC Centre. The requirement was to play one (original) song 2-5mins. The band finally came together, in the few days before the

heats, taking things more seriously and actually practising. Getting fans to turn up was harder than I thought. 24 bands entered this region and only half of them went through. As we were watching the other bands perform, we were having doubts as to whether we would make it or not. We gave it our best and were 1 of the 12 bands that passed to the regionals! (Watch this performance online by searching “Our Lost Avenues - Angel” on YouTube). We got to play our song at Emily’s school along with other bands entered into the East Auckland region. The second song didn’t come together until a fortnight before the Manukau regional’s The requirement was to play 2 songs, no

longer than 7mins (altogether). With so little time to prepare, we rushed composing our second song called “Sweet Demise”. Whether we got anything or not, we aimed to play better than we had before. Unfortunately we didn’t place. This didn’t bother me, but sadly the band broke apart. Our genre was post-hardcore/ alternative rock. I would like to thank the music department who always let us practise, especially Mr Randle and Mr Coulomb who helped us all the way through this competition. Jeremy Philavong

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Every Little Thing She Does is Magic, Taste’s like Chicken, Birdland and Boogie Down. That’s the order we were reciting in our minds, one minute before stepping on stage and performing in front of the adjudicator, no pressure. This year our jazz band was hard at work putting together our set list for the KBB festival. We spent approximately two and a half terms doing that. But it was all worth it in the end, because we came out winning a silver medal, with just two points off getting gold. Our band is very young, but with more practice I believe that next year we can take gold. Our band was led by the duo of Mr Coulomb and Mr Randle. If it wasn’t for the two of them we probably wouldn’t have gotton the silver award so big up’s to them, also big ups to all the band members. Remember what Mr Wilson said “if we stick together next year, we’ll be MAGIC.” So wait for next year. JAZZ. Henry Laussen

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Maths Department From the Mathematics Department:

Interim Arrangement: With Ben’s departure, the onus of overseeing the smooth running of the department fell conjointly on the Deputy Head (Kirti Lal) and the Principal (Salvi Gargiulo who is also the Maths Dept line manager). We were fortunate to have the administrative services of these two veteran teachers. Salvi actively took up teaching several classes left vacant by Ben. He also conducted the department meetings and organised professional development for the Maths staff. Kirti, meanwhile, effectively oversaw the daily routine of the department besides doing her own fulltime teaching. Her many years as our numeracy lead teacher and resource developer became consolidating assets in her additional role.

Welcome Tony: Actually, it is more correct to say: “Welcome back to MHS, Tony.” Yes, Tony Carey our new HoD is no stranger to our venerable school. He first came here as HoD Maths some ten years ago. After only a year here he proceeded in the same position to Mt Roskill Grammar School. Towards the end of term two this year, the “prodigal son” (biblically speaking) accepted his reappointment to MHS and returned, much to the delight and advantage of the Maths Department in our time of need. Tony’s wealth of experience as a successful HoD Maths in several prominent NZ schools spans almost twenty-two years. He now has the unenviable job of leading our Maths Department into the future. We belatedly welcome you, Sir. We enjoy working with you and look forward to your leadership in helping us motivate our multicultural students to improve their learning.

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Farewell Ben: At the end of term one this year, the Mathematics Department bid farewell to Ben Mason, our Head of Department for over two years. It appears that the greener pastures and serenity of the Waiuku College countryside were too great a temptation to resist. Ben decided to leave us prematurely and join the jovial company of Tom Vanderlaan, a former Deputy Principal at MHS and currently Principal of Waiuku College. He took up the position of HoD Maths there. Ben is fondly remembered for giving a nice treat to the teachers in our department quite often. He “shouted” us appetising morning teas with his wife’s delicious home-baked cakes and cookies. In Ben’s presence, we usually felt comfortable because of his pleasant disposition and exemplary sense of humour. He was a good guide and a loving father-figure. A proficient multilinguist, Ben easily made friends with his students and fellow MHS teachers. He pleasantly fitted into any gathering and proved to be an interesting talker. His repertoire of mathematical and general knowledge was indeed impressive. He often popularly got nominated to lead group discussions during staff professional development sessions. Ever positive in his leadership role, Ben gave us teachers the privilege to use our initiative and good judgement in promoting our teaching and learning skills. He often came to the assistance of frustrated teachers by taking up the daunting task of teaching and managing some of their challenging junior classes. He also selflessly worked on other unruly students. Ben boldly tried out innovative ways of improving the behaviour of these difficult students and usually achieved pleasing success. For improved behaviour, he at times “shouted” lunch for them. He sometimes even took them for leisurely excursions to reward them. Ben brought mathematical games and the use of computers in motivating them to learn. The teachers’ work was similarly made easier by Ben as he provided a wide range of resources to us. He managed to acquire a fast and economical photocopier as a donation from one of his business friends. This enabled multiple handouts and worksheets to be produced at minimal cost. Ben even

wrote and bound more relevant books for use by some of our non-conventional classes. We thank you Ben. Belated best wishes for your new posting. Our loss is Waiuku’s gain.

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Media Studies 2010 2010 was both a busy and successful year for Media Studies at Manurewa High School. After learning the theory, Term 2 and Term 3 was organised chaos with over 80 students from three year levels working to design, film and edit their own films. Despite challenges with technology, talent and continuity, the students produced some outstanding results which were showcased at the first ever Film Screening in Term 4. Well done to the 2010 Media Studies cohort! – Mrs Kennedy “This year in Year 11 Media Studies we learnt about a range of film language, conventions and production techniques through close reading films, studying directors and even making our own music videos. Making the music video was the best part even though it came with a lot of paperwork. But it was all worth it seeing our finished films. Media Studies is great and people who are interested in finding out how movies work behind the scenes would enjoy it.” – Rennatta Thomas, 01MES “What I enjoyed the most about Media Studies was making a music video. It was really fun using the camera equipment and ordering people around in the role of director. But making the music video was also the most challenging, as time was limited and people do not always like to listen to the director! But my team and I were still able to finish our film. I would recommend Media Studies to anyone who would like a career in the film and TV industry in areas such as directing, acting and filming.” - Shannon Ness, 01MES

“Year 13 Media Studies this year was pretty choice. The ways genre and society influence each other was a really interesting topic to study. The best part of the course was producing our own docos and mockos. The course was helpful to my future career, as I plan to study communications at uni next year.” - Katharine Puamau, 03MES.

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“The most enjoyable part of the 02MES course was making our short drama film because we got to work together in groups and come up with our own concept. The most challenging part was going through all the stages of production in just one term. The editing software was user friendly, but it was frustrating at times when the project would freeze!” - Matthew Spencer & Nikky Singh, 02MES

“Media Studies this year for Year 12 has been awesome as we studied Audience (with Tearaway Magazine) Representation (of Young Pacific Island Males), made our short films and also close read other films. What I found enjoyable was studying the representation of different groups of people in the media and how the media is a manipulator, rather than a mirror and the effect it has on everyday people. The screening we had of everyone’s films was successful. I thought it was fun to see everyone’s finished films and I think that a film screening should be held every year.” - Temukisa LeuluaiSega, 02MES

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Science Department Science Fair 2010 - Mrs F Colyer Well, another year has passed since our successes in the last MIT Science and Technology Fair Prize Giving and this one proved to be another success for our students. The Science Department is proud to report that our students were called to the podium on a number of occasions this year. Firstly we had Adeleina LotoMeleisea go up to read a speech by our past student Anne Sim. This was because it is traditional to have the winner of the past year present an opening speech but, due to an evening exam at university, Anne could not attend and agreed to have her speech read out by a present student. Shortly after that we had a delightful presentation by Crystal Braganza about her recent trip to International Science Camp in Singapore. Both speeches were well received and our girls were a credit to the school. Then it was the turn of our prize winners

to mount the steps to the podium. In the junior section, representing year 9, we were pleased to see Holly McCallum-Jones receive recognition for her project about the fire safety of various fabrics. Two students from 10 KD were awarded Second Places, Susan Ly in the Material World category and Dominique Asser in the Environmental Science section. In the senior section we had notable success in that we had two students, Todd Simpson and Yuyun Huang, receive Highly Commended awards for outstanding work in their respective topics of Physics and Biology. We also had Mitchell Clark win Third Place for his investigation into the Physics of reed instruments and Vathna Am came away with Second Place for a Microbiology topic. A number of Special Prizes were awarded too. We were pleased to see Mitchell Clark called up twice more to receive an award for the Best Year 11 Project and the Best Project by a Maori Student. Vathna Am also

won the Prize for Best Year 13 Project. Our students came away with valuable certificates for their CV’s, giving them the ability to ‘stand out from the crowd’ when applying for Scholarships and Tertiary Courses. In addition to this, they also won cash awards, making the event even more worthwhile for them. As a Science Department we are proud of our students and their achievements. Their success can be partly ascribed to our excellent facilities, outstanding Science Technician team, dedicated teachers and supportive parents. School wide support was evidenced by the attendance of Second Principal Mrs Dixon at the event. But most of their success comes down to their own determination, perseverance and creativity. Well done to our worthy winners. Mrs F Colyer

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PE Department This years PE department report is like a famous romantic comedy movie Four Weddings and a Funeral but our title would be called A Come Back, an Up Coming Wedding, a Pregnancy and Three Staff Leaving (It doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue).

Highlights for the year for students and staff alike include Push Play Week, Activities Day, Tournament Day, Fun Day and lunchtime sports. This has been a great way to keep our students active and another opportunity to interact well with others and build relationships between staff and students. Again we have huge numbers of the department involved in the Taupo relay walk/run. As part of the ‘Field of Dreams’ initiative, Miss Burnside has facilitated the very successful Inter-form sport competitions and Miss Snelgrove has organised some local community based sport activities in after school hours. The students have been offered a wide range of learning opportunities in which to develop their knowledge and skills. They have experienced new challenges in a number of contexts and as per usual we enrich our students through a range of learning activities in lessons, day trip excursions, coaching sessions with Homai

Primary and our highly anticipated camps. The PE department have introduced new courses this year including a year 10 Rugby Studies option, three Level 1 Sport Leadership courses, an Outdoor Education Level 2 course and a Year 12 and 13 Sport and Recreation course. These courses work alongside the many courses we offer to our students and it is pleasing to see an upward trend in our student achievement. This bodes well as the school wide focus is to lift student achievement and embedding the new curriculum into our schemes of work. Part of lifting student achievement is to raise literacy of students in all year levels. The department has been at the forefront with its many initiatives as well as raising Maori and Pasifika student achievement. It was heartening to be recognised for our calibre of work we are doing by the Education Review Ofiice on their recent review of the school. Using Te Reo in lessons, playing tradtional Maori games like Ki o rahi and espousing traditional Maori values like Manaakitanga (caring for others) and Whanaungatanga (connecting positively with others) are some examples used. So it has been another busy year and we now transition with new additions to the department and a sad farewell to our staff that are leaving. So to 2011…… bring it on!

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At the beginning of the year we welcomed back Mr ‘I love Lycra’ Greenwood from the motherland (England) who previously worked at MHS in 2004/05. He missed his own welcome back party then quick as a flash he left us at the end of term 3 to Ormiston Senior College. We all miss his friendly banter and his dedication to football. His departure led to the appointment of Miss ‘the Naki is where it’s at’ Dravitzki from New Plymouth Girls High. She has slotted in well since taking a position in term 4. During the month of May the two department lovebirds Mr ‘Tour de France’ Render and Miss ‘Literacy for life’ Snelgrove did the decent thing and got engaged in a romantic setting at Lion Rock, Piha. We look forward to their nuptials in March. Then we had the fantastic news that our TIC of health Ms ‘highlighter’ Pattinson had fallen pregnant. The wedding and the desire to explore the world has meant that we say farewell to our lovebirds. They have been an integral part of the department since signing on in 2007. Their professionalism, work ethic and the dedication to their craft and to students of Manurewa High will be sorely missed by staff and students alike. We wish them well for their travels. We must also say goodbye to Ms Pattinson when she takes maternity leave in December. She has been a staunch advocate for Health and her dedicated work towards her students and to the department will leave a gaping hole which will be hard to fill. We also wish her well for her upcoming foray into parenthood. Meanwhile the rest of the department have remained, again

ably led by our HOD Miss ‘Combat class’ Story coupled with our 5 year experienced teachers Miss ‘Sarah’ Spraggon, Miss ‘Why would you shower at camp’ Kiff, and our sole male left in the department Mr ‘Rugby rules ok’ Clemas. To round off this highly effective team we have Miss ‘Maori Leadership’ McCall, Miss ‘Gym bunny’ Burnside and Miss ‘Justin Bieber’ Hunter. One new addition to our facilities is our new changing rooms next to the tennis courts and hopefully artificial turf with lighting in the near future.

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practical it is also a little bit of theory of which is easy to complete if you know what you are doing. All the girls looked beautiful on the night and not a single rip was to be seen. Anyway what we’re trying to say here is that if you like to be creative, practical and learn at the same time then sewing is the place for you, as you get to have full control on the outcome of your product and the results are purely on the amount of work you put in. We would like to say a huge thank you to Mrs McLeod for opening the doors to many of us students and offering us opportunities we never knew existed. It is thanks to you that we have continued to venture on with sewing and continue to further our knowledge at University. Written by Noleena Tutai-Amiri, Lizo Tafili, Reia San Sebastian

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Our journey throughout Soft materials: In year nine all students were faced with the challenge of creating a soft toy of which I, Lizo, created a Turtle of which I thought was better than Noleena’s Ladybug “no it wasn’t”. “Mine was very realistic thank you, Lizo”. In doing this we found we quite enjoyed creating products just like these and decided to further our knowledge that much more. The following year we had to step up our game and produce a sarong, beanie, scarf and also a denim bag which truly brought out everyone’s creative skills. Mrs McLeod has played a central role in the way our garments and products have turned out as it’s with her guidance that we learn how to straight sew, hem and over lock or even as simple as the right way to cut material. In year 11 Soft Materials Technology, that was when our projects had credits associated with them. We had an opportunity to make jeans out of denim fabric and this was very challenging as we learned a lot of new construction processes. We also got to make a leisure garment in which I made a waistcoat. It was interesting to get the fitting right. In year 12 sewing, we were given the chance to make a casual garment that has to be comfortable to wear. I made a summer dress for the summer season. That was really fun to do as we can pretty much make anything we wanted. We also learned how to knit fabrics made from yarns and also how to weave materials together. This project had to also have some ‘Kiwiana’ flavour to it so I made a decoration for our house. We also worked with knitted fabrics and also did tailoring jobs to it. Most of the class ended up making a tailored shirt and I had a blue checkered fabric. It turned out to be really nice and something I would actually wear. Overall, year 12 sewing explored lots of different areas of textiles technology. And finally year 13 this year to date has literally and I mean literally been filled with a lot of blood, sweat and tears, as we were determined to design and create our own original Ball dresses before July the 3rd. We spent late nights after school sewing, stitching, hemming, and unpicking while everyone went home sitting at the sewing machines striving to get those dresses done. This was all part of our achievement standard to not only create a formal garment but to address and satisfy a clients needs. Now don’t be fooled sewing is not only

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Vision Resource Centre Joshua Nathan and Adam (Holo) Tafea went on a weekend camp that has been fully sponsored by the Remuera Rotary Club. The purpose of the weekend is for students to have fun with their peers, while enjoying outdoor activities and music in the evening. The programme offered peer support activities aimed at establishing existing and new friendships. It is also a time to enhance self learning, self responsibility, self-confidence, self-esteem, empathy and motivation. Technology for the students who are blind and low vision has taken off in the last few years and we endeavour to keep up with the latest assistive technology developments. Apart from the Perkins Brailler, many of our students now use laptop computers with speech synthesis and magnification software as well as digital cameras to capture work from the whiteboard. They also use BrailleNotes (Braille input computers) including access to internet and windows based programs. This year Kalim Nathan, Ekta Kumar, Michelle Kumar, Teii Aria and Adam Palmer attended Technology choices and JAWS training Immersion Course held by BLENNZ. The students experienced a full range of technology options to successfully access the school curriculum. The JAWS screen reader enables students to use laptops and desktop computers just like their peers. Instead of negotiating their way around, inside and between screens and dialogue boxes by means of a mouse cursor, they use combinations of keys to complete their tasks. The course provided our senior students to consider choices to successfully transition through school and to life beyond school. Also this year all the students in the VRC attended a Future and Career Planning Immersion Course at BLENNZ. This course was aimed at mapping a Career and Future Plan for students. It also raised awareness of a range of choices available to support tertiary study and employment. All students returned to school with a “dream” for the future. It was great to see the sparkle in their eyes when they discussed the options and they are keen to use their learning and future plan to help them plan their educational journey. “You can live your dreams if you set goals or targets to aim for”. We are proud of the achievements of our students in the area of learning. RanaMaree Brown has been entered for Te Reo Maori Scholarship this year. She has proved to be a high achiever in Te Reo Maori and has aspirations to become a presenter for Maori media. Ekta Kumar

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has successfully completed her Grade 7 Singing with the Associated Board of the Royal School of Music. She also played a role in “The Casanova Project” held at the Telstra Event Centre on 13th August 2010. She performed alongside singers like Tina Cross and Kevin Keys. Her performance was superb and it was amazing to see how her “white cane” was incorporated in the props on stage. Ekta has an amazing voice in singing and she is hoping to pursue her career as a singer/performer. Michelle has completed her education this year and has enjoyed her studies especially her Early Childhood Education and Foundations Biology classes. She enjoyed her practical lessons during E.C.E. and it was amazing to see how well she responded to the toddler she worked with and visa versa. Academically all our students achieved well to the best of their ability and we are very proud of them. So to our students, a big congratulation! They have worked hard and achieved much. At the end of this year 2010, we say goodbye to RanaMaree Browm who will be going to Eastern Institute of Technology, East Coast Bays to further her studies in Te Reo Maori, Kalim Nathan who applied for a technical course at Unitec and Michelle Kumar who will be going to the Royal New Zealand Foundation of the Blind (RNZFB) to do a course in technology for people with a vision impairment. Ekta will also explore avenues for her career in singing. While saying goodbye to a few students, we also welcome our new students who will be starting at the beginning of 2011: Justin Hammond Yr9, Manjeet Khurana Yr9, Freedom Nathan Yr9, Lavinia Vehikite Yr9 and Jesse Mellish Yr10. 2011 will bring with it the renovation and construction of a new building for the Vision Resource Centre and also a range of programmes and technology aimed at learner success and increased achievement. We look forward to yet another successful year with our students. Belinda Biggs

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Imagine being a student who is blind or low vision with limited support to access the curriculum at Secondary School level, and waiting for a Resource Teacher of Vision who may only be able to visit at certain times. This is exactly what happens to students who are blind or low vision at most of the other secondary schools throughout New Zealand. The Vision Resource Centre (VRC) at Manurewa High School is unique as it is the only Centre of this kind in New Zealand where resources are produced on site and a wide selection of Braille, Large Print and Electronic resources are readily available to students. There is a Resource Teacher of Vision and a team of teacher aides on site. The VRC continues to provide high quality education services to students who are blind and low vision. This tradition of service began in 1966 when Homai National School for the Blind, now Blind and Low Vision Education Network New Zealand (BLENNZ), established the Vision Resource Centre. Through the years there have been many changes in technology and teaching approaches, but the basic philosophy has remained essentially unchanged: - Encourage and empower students who are blind or low vision to achieve in all aspects of their lives through education, communication and self-advocacy. Manurewa High School funds its own Orientation and Mobility Instructor (Kay Daly). Kay helps our students learn how to be comfortable in their surroundings and safely get from place to place. She also includes daily living skills to help students be more independent in tasks like dressing, food preparation, shopping, and managing money. This year Kay and her team has been an inspiration and key person in the transition of our senior students to their tertiary settings. At the beginning of this year we had Teii Aria, RanaMaree Brown and Sarah (Thi) Tran attend a Teenage Drama Workshop at Blue Skies in Christchurch where they had opportunities to develop their skills in public speaking and stage performance. As to be expected there were lots of fun, games and laughter, but also time for more serious things like practising together to perform an item at the Concert that marks the highlight of the course. All students left the course feeling inspired. In May 2010, Adam Palmer, Teii Aria,

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Technology

Food Technology Year 10 Product Launch

When the judges were done the teachers were let in to taste and buy the food. We really enjoyed this experience. It was absolutely fun! Congratulations to the winners Shaqena & Dominique whose food was delicious. Annetta & Kajal

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My name is Harpreet Kaur. I am from 10ND. I participated in the Product Launch and came in third place. It was a very exciting experience. I got to make and sell a product of my choice. When the judges chose me for third place I was very surprised and excited. I felt very proud of what I achieved. I would like to participate in the Product Launch again because I think it would be fun.

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For our Product Launch we chose to design and make a healthy lunch. We spent 6 weeks preparing for the Food Launch. This included research and making concepts, to find the best product for this launch. Everyone in Food and Nutrition worked hard to get it done, before the 10th of September. The day has come. On Friday 10th September Manurewa High School had their 2010 product launch. This is where Year 10’s stepped up and showed what they have done. This was an epic day, early in the morning students arrived at school to prepare and package their food. Around 8 the Food block was taken over by all the students, who were finishing off boards and food. At 9.30 am everyone quickly moved to the hall with everything they had; boards, food, packaging, containers.As everyone was setting up their stand we looked around the hall, everything looked colourful and the food looked delicious. By the time everyone had finished their stands, the MC, Mr Jones opened the Product Launch. As he introduced the judges they started to go around tasting all the yummy food that everyone had put out. Some brave students went up to Mr Jones and advertised their product and made him taste it.

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ILC Year 9 Camp The camp was arranged for the second week in term 3. Though we were worried that the weather would be cold for the students it turned out to be an excellent week. The Year 13 students arrived on the Monday and prepared the camp for us. When we arrived on the Tuesday we were warmly welcomed by our new leaders. The cabins were beautiful and the children settled in quickly. The leaders soon took control and we met in the hall to make our groups. No time was wasted and soon we were outside in the sunshine starting on the challenges. The children quickly got into the groove of things and it was great to see the Year 13 students take charge. In fact by the end of the camp the ‘hero worship’ from the ILC students was obvious. They looked up to their leaders and the leaders in their stride rose to the challenge. They were excellent role models. The five main activities for the camp was kayaking, rafting, bush craft, orienting and low ropes challenge. Each of the groups had a session at each of these activities with the leaders sharing the responsibility. The group were accompanied by an adult and all safety measures were put in place. The children enjoyed the activities and

it was great to see that all the children rose to the challenge and participated. In all the time that I was with the children I did not hear anyone say that they did not want to take part. On the Thursday the children took part in the teachers challenge. This was a chance for all the children to relax and take part as a team. This was a great afternoon and the children were running around the campsite carrying their kayaks. The children were all exhausted but every single child completed the challenge. The children on the camp enjoyed plenty of good meals together. We made sure that during these times the children all came together with their groups. For some of the children sitting down and eating a meal with friends was a new and enjoyable experience; making meals a time of sharing, and talking about the adventures that we were taking part in. The teachers on camp had a great time. Though we were all exhausted we were expecting this and enjoyed the time with the children. For the students it is a time to see the teachers in a different light as we get in the mud with the children and experience the same things that they do. At the end of camp on the last day we were exhausted and tired. Yet everyone pitched in and helped with the cleaning. All the groups had their own responsibilities

though when people had finished we helped in the other groups. The children then went down to the field and most of the boys took part in a friendly game of tackle. The final meal was hotdogs on the field. By this stage a lot of the children were tired but everyone was so excited with the time that we had spent together. When we finally got on the bus to leave the children were exhausted yet every child that I asked said that they wished they could stay on longer. In conclusion… This was a fantastic camp. All the children were involved either leading or taking part in the activity. Behaviour in general was very good and the children followed the expectations that were set. Personally this being my first camp I was amazed at how much the senior children stepped up. They were exceptional role models to the Year 9 students and were outstanding leaders. They took control and did a fantastic job. I look forward to the next camp and cannot wait to be a part of it. Mr S van Garderen Assistant HOD ILC Department ILC Dean

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day we liked the most. The ten days on the boat sailed away. I woke up on the tenth morning eager to go home. But my anticipation was tinged with an edge of sorrow knowing that I’d have to leave my 39 new friends behind. On our departure, we all exchanged farewells and phone numbers knowing our friendships and memories wouldn’t ever be forgotten.

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The Spirit of New Zealand is an enormous ship that sails around the country carrying a cabin full of high school students. This year, I was invited aboard as a trainee for a ten day voyage, along with 39 other boys and girls from all around the country. We learnt a lot from each other, as well as from the onboard crew. Enhancing our leadership skills was an integral part of the programme and was emphasised everyday in various activities. A normal day on the spirit was filled to the brim with excitement. We’d be woken up at 6:30am and thrown into the middle of the ocean. I was always hesitant before making the jump, and once in, I was always the first out. The chill in the water was a slap in the face; it wasn’t ever pleasant but it sparked the beginning of our day.

After our swim, we’d go down for breakfast. Breakfast was where we’d sit around and think up ideas of what to do during the day. Two days aboard the Spirit weren’t ever the same; there was so much to do in the centre of the world. Across our ten days, we did a lot of sailing. We paddled ashore and went tramping. We also did our bit for the environment and helped clean along the beaches, the amount of rubbish washed in from Auckland was unbelievable. When we weren’t out on deck or on land, we’d usually be in the after cabin eating. The onboard chef was first class. The meals she’d have whipped up were phenomenal. Her mushroom soup particularly, was a bowl full of delight. Everyone raved about it for the entire trip until she was made to make it again. After dinner and desert, we’d break off into our stations and debrief. Debriefing was always fun. I liked having everyone sitting around discussing their days. Reflecting on how our team ran and which parts of the

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Extra Curricular

Atheletics Counties Manukau

Badminton Squad

Basketball Under15 Boys

Basketball Open Boys

Basketball Open Girls

Basketball Under17 Boys

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Chess Junior Team

Concert Band Junior

Concert Band Senior

Duathlon

Football 1st XI Boys

Football 2nd XI Boys

Football 2nd XI Girls

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Football Junior B Boys

Football Wynners Group

Get 2 Go

Golf Premier Boys

Hilary Challenge

Hockey 1st XI Girls

Indian Group

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Jazz Band

Kilikiti Senior Boys

Kilikiti Senior Girls

Klarifluito

Lawn Bowls

Librarians

Maori Group

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Petanque Squad

Middle Eastern Group

Netball Premier

Netball Senior A

Netball Senior B

Netball Year 10

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Percussion Group

Prefects

Production - Guys and Dolls

Saxaphonic Sounds

Smokefree Rockquest

Special Olympics

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Tennis Squad

Tongan Group

Touch Premier Boys

Volleyball Premier Girls

Volleyball Senior Boys

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International Week International Week (IW) is the brainchild of Fay Weatherly, our former Director of Mathematics Faculty. It is held with much exuberance each year to recognise the vibrant multiculturalism of our staff and students who originate from more than fifty countries globally. We celebrate our “unity in diversity� through songs, flags, traditional sports, food and costumes. This year, IW was held towards the end of term one. Mr Gargiulo (our new Principal) opened the celebration on Monday in a flag ceremony at four consecutive year-level assemblies. He warmly commended the celebration and spoke on its relevance. He also related his own Italian heritage. The following days were interspersed with lively lunch-time concerts (3 days), traditional sports (daily), cultural food and costumes (one day each). The closing (again at four assemblies) on the last day was done by a representative of World Vision. She made an effective power-point presentation on the school’s two sponsored children and the work of World Vision in general. While the aim of IW is to promote harmony and have fun, any money raised is donated to charity. The two-thousand dollars collected this year was given to World Vision for the two children the school has been sponsoring.

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Angkor Wat is a temple complex in Cambodia, built during the twelfth century and today is a World Heritage Site. It was built to honor the Hindu god Vishnu and is the word’s largest religious building. The stairs are extremely steep and this is said to be so that when the Monks walk up them it is like they are praying. Many of the monuments were damaged during the Khmer Rouge era when the surrounding jungles were littered with land mines and the monuments used for target practice.

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Buddhist Monks were seen almost everywhere in orange robes, I don’t think we really worked out if the Orange was a traditional or sacred colour we just had fun spotting them. We were able to get some awesome photos of the Monks on a tuktuk , motorbike and of course in the Buddhist temples. Buddhism being the main religion of Cambodia also lead us to see a lot of Buddhist statues around temples and other historical places where people could pray by choice for good luck.

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Concert by Beatocello – Every Saturday Nobel Prize winner Dr. Beat Richner puts on this free concert to raise money and awareness for the Kantha Bopha Foundation, which runs four hospitals. Dr. Richner is the founder and current director of the hospitals which over one year have over 600000 visits by sick children, 550000 hospital admissions for severely sick children, 100000 vaccinations as well as training over 100 medical students.

D Dehydration/diet/dance E Elephant ride. Sitting three

to an elephant we rode to the Bayon temple. Throughout the bumpy ride tourists were constantly taking photos of us and we caught our first glance at monkeys! The next group then took the elephants for a tour around the outside of the temple.

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Family. During this experience we all got to know each other so well we became a family, constantly calling Haere Mai Whanau.

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G Genocide Museum also known as the S-21 Torture Prison (19751979), was created on the orders of Pol Pot and was designed for detention, interrogation, inhuman torture and killing after the detainees were received and documented. This building had previously been a school. The classrooms were turned into small cells 0.8 x 2m for individual prisoners.

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The front of the building is covered in a fishnet of barbed wire to prevent the prisoners from committing suicide by jumping down. A wooden pole outside, once used for physical education, was turned into a torture and interrogation machine. The prisoner had their hands tied behind their back and then would be hung upside down. Once the prisoner had lost consciousness their head would be dipped into a barrel of dirty water, shocking the prisoner back into consciousness.

H House Building was scheduled for two days of our trip; we would build 4 houses on the first day and 2 houses on the second. However as a group we decided to build all 6 houses in one day and what an amazing day it was.. We were able to meet the 6 families who we built the houses for. Our gesture of building these houses has now changed their lives forever. Together we worked hard and managed to complete all 6 houses by 2.30pm, after completing the houses we had a little ceremony where we gave each family a hammer and blanket to mark the start to their new lives in these homes. We all left feeling hot sweaty but so proud of the work we had completed together as a team

I Insects. On our way to Phnom Pehn we stopped off at Spiderville where spiders and other insects could be brought and eaten, though no one was game enough for that. A few of us even had tarantulas put on us! J Journal K Killing Fields

– On 1st October we went to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek where the remains of 8985 people were found in mass graves. Fragments of human bone (we saw teeth) and cloth can still be seen scattered around after rainfall has wash the mud on top of them away. There are 129 communal grave and 43 of them have been left untouched. At the entrance of this site is a Memorial Stupa, which was erected in 1988. It is where more than 8000 skulls, arranged by sex and age are visible behind glass panels.

L Land Mine Museum is run by Aki Ra,

L Leeches M Markets

– Bargaining and Bargaining Sessions. Night Markets (Siem Reap), Central Market and the Russian Market (Phnom Penh) M is for

N Non Government Organisation (NGO) O Orphanages. During our stay in Phnom Penh we were able to visit two orphanages, The Centre for Children’s Happiness and New Future for Children. The children were all very excited to see us as they had been “waiting for a month and a half” for us to visit. At the orphanages we briefly learnt of their history and had a tour of the complex. The orphans put on performances for us and in return we performed 3 songs, E Rere Taku Poi, E Papa and the National Anthem. Cassie also put together a dance performance for us all to enjoy. We then had spare time to interact with the orphans and this is where we instantly formed friendships. We played many ball games, made bracelets and poi, danced, talked and were able to get to know one another.

P Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia and is where we spent most of our time and did our humanitarian work.

Q Quotes. Every day we had a quote of the day. Here is a selection: • After house building Mr Muir “Move that bus”, and Sheldon replies “but the houses are on stilts.” • “Ok not $12, can be $11 and 4, 000 riel” (4000 riel = US$1) • “Mr Sweaty patch bald spot” • Dinner at the hotel – “We don’t have any chicken or pork…” • “Here we can do anything” • “Monks in a tuktuk!” R

Royal Palace. We first saw the Royal Palace on a sunset river cruise we took. On our last day in Cambodia a group of us visited it. It was amazing. The grounds were so vast with so many different buildings for different things.

S Singapore. On our way to Cambodia we stayed over night in Singapore. We all got off the flight very excited and didn’t believe the teachers when they said how hot and humid it was going to be. As we walked out of the air-conditioned airport our mouth dropped in shock. It was like a sauna. We got to the hotel and jumped in the pool. During our 9 hour stop over in Singapore on the way back we spent a good few hours wondering around just one of three terminals until the shops closed at 1am. We all then slept on the floor. T Tuk Tuk which could be described as a motorbike towing a cart. These are one of the main transport systems in and around Cambodia. On average a tuk tuk driver can pay up to $650 for the cart and around $500-$700 for their motorbike and they are generally paid $2 per ride they make. We took many tuk tuk’s around Cambodia to and from places, they were so much fun and appear a lot safer then some of the other transport systems in Cambodia. Everywhere you go you can find a tuk tuk and the friendly drivers will greet you with 79

“hey, you want tuk tuk? I can take you anywhere” the tuk tuk’s were a small but a very entertaining highlight of our trip.

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Vietnam. We had a stop over in Vietnam and although it was only about an hour and we had to stay on the plane, we all say we all to three countries. W Wildlife Sanctuary (Phnom Tamao) is a home for animals confiscated from traffickers or saved from poacher’s traps. It occupies a vast site south of the capital and its animals are kept in varying conditions that are rapidly improving with help from international wildlife NGOs. Spread out as it is, it feels like a zoo crossed with a safari park. Here we saw some very interesting sites in deed, an elephant with a fake leg, bears, monkeys that roamed free and liked to entertain and various others.

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Cambodia like New Zealand are located at all the central crossing points. However there are limited road rules in Cambodia and everyone drives everywhere, this came as a bit of a shock sometimes when accidents could have been close with many of the vehicles. The Zebra Crossings had cool lights that flashed the typical green and red men to walk and to stop; these lights also had timers on them which we learnt were very useful because of the crazy roads. The road rules being limited although chaotic and scary at times actually added some excitement to the trip as travelling became a bit more of an adventure.

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a former Khmer Rouge child soldier and landmine layer. As an adult, he worked with the United Nations during the early 1990’s to detect and clear the mines that until only 10 years ago, surrounded the now tourist packed grounds of Angkor Wat. This clearing exercise is far from complete, it is estimated that 6 million mines remain in the soil of Cambodia.

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Girls 1st XI Football penalty shoot out. In the pouring rain the girls achieved a 4-3 win with Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitaawa putting her body on the line and making some great saves. The girls were ecstatic with the win and it really showed how far they had come over the course of the season. The team played off for 17th and 18th on Friday morning against Carmel College and won, leaving them placed 17th. Deborah Turu was our most valuable player and she was also named in the tournament team which is a huge credit to her hard work and commitment. The team did exceptionally well and it was a great week both on and off the field. Seven members of the team are Year 13 this year so there will be many changes a foot for 2011. We wish all of them the best for their future endeavours. A huge thank you to Miss Tait and Miss Thomas who were the team managers at the National Tournament week. Without their help and assistance we would not have been able to compete. We hope they will return to us again next year. Looking forward to another great season in 2011. CHUR!!! Miss Spraggon - Coach

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The 1st XI Girls Football team have once again had a successful season. The majority of the team from 2009 returned ready for an action packed season culminating in the National Secondary Schools Satellite Tournament in Taupo in August. The team was lucky enough to be involved in the WYNERS programme once a week during terms 2 and 3. This is a programme that was funded by the Field of Dreams Secondary School Sport Programme. This allowed the team to have specialist coaching with Peter Moxham to improve and learn new skills. This was an invaluable opportunity and experience for the team. In preparation for the trip to Taupo, the team was entered in the Counties Premier competition for the season. There were mixed results experienced with the team finishing 5th overall. The team learnt a lot from this competition and were always able to reflect on their performances and make improvements. They were successful in qualifying for the Auckland Championships however did not progress any further than the first round after losing convincingly to Rutherford College. The team finally left for Taupo on Sunday 29th August to compete in the National Secondary Schools Satellite Tournament. We made it to the Top 10 Holiday Park in the afternoon and settled into our accommodation and made the most of the swimming and spa pools. The team was in for a full on week with two games a day. The first day brought a hard fought draw in the morning followed by a loss in the afternoon. The second morning began with an exciting win with Lisa Rua scoring a last minute goal to give us the 1-0 edge. We had to play Baradene in the afternoon who were unbeaten finishing top of their pool. The girls gave it everything and had the full support of the other schools on the sideline. They came away with a 0-0 draw and did themselves proud. Wednesday saw another win in the morning which lead us to play against Rutherford College in the afternoon. They had beaten us in the Auckland Championship so the team was fired up to win. We finished with a 2-2 draw after Michaella Ming scored two great goals. We drew Rutherford again the next morning in the knock out round and we were definitely ready for a win!! The game was 0-0 at the end of full time and extra time so we went to a

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Rugby Report MHS 1st XV

and families. We were in the Nationals. This was our first experience in the dizzy heights of National Rugby finals. The Open top 4 consisted of Mt Albert Grammar, Hamilton Boys, Gisborne Boys and St Bedes from Christchurch. The Co Ed top four had MHS, St Kentigern, Fielding High School and St Andrews of Christchurch. The first day we won a very tight match against Fielding to make the final. Winning in the very last second we realised that these teams were here for keeps! The final was played against St Kentigern of Auckland and whilst MHS put up a brave and exciting display of rugby our opponents won through, 35-22, with greater control at set pieces that told in the end. A couple of crucial injuries also hampered our 1st XV from fielding their no. 1 side however all players showed great kill, courage and represented the school with pride. In closing we wish to thank all the players for a fantastic season well led by Captain Roy Sa’u, who along with our leadership group, displayed great maturity and guidance for younger players. A special mention to the Year 13 boys who are leaving – you leave behind your legacy for others to follow and we look forward to your membership of our Rugby Old Boys Club – see you at the Old Boys game next year! Thanks also to Assistant Coaches Herby Kowhai and Keith Kakahi whose contribution to our results this year cannot be understated – in all weather and conditions you maintained the high standards the team has become known for. Special thanks to Principal Mr Gargiulo for his fellowship throughout the year and Melina Martene for her vital support role in the post season. A huge thank you also to all the parents who have helped with after match functions and fundraising – thank you for the love you have shown your children and your support of this team. Finally to Mrs Sandra Shaw, Deputy Principal and our Team Manager – a big thank you for all of the work you did this year. Your guidance, pastoral care and leadership were paramount to our team achieving the success both on and off the field in 2010. To returning players and new players for 2011 – remember you are caretakers now of a special jersey and you must uphold the tradition of excellence set by those who have worn the 1st XV jersey before you. Come back ready to do the hard work. Andrew Talaimanu Head Coach/Director of Rugby

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MHS 2nd XV The team scored some fantastic wins over many 1st XV’s and we always punched above our weight showing tremendous spirit all season. After a ‘never give up’ draw over Wesley we made the final of the second division. Unfortunately, Rosehill 1st XV was too good on the day but the boys did themselves proud. The squad really pulled together and played some attractive rugby, with the forwards linking well with the backs. Many players stood out and we look forward to their future development. We would like to thank the coaches Tom Baniani and Lance Rakuraku and our manager Claire Hunter for their dedication, hard work and inspiration throughout the year.

MHS 3rd XV The 3rd XV again this year blew us all away with their team spirit and huge numbers. In reality we again could have fielded two teams however in the end the guidance of Coach Glen Goodwin allowed for the maximum number of payers to get a chance. He did a fantastic job, with Shane Goodwin his son, in moulding this team’s enthusiasm into a cohesive rugby unit. They did not pick up any silverware this season but promoted though to the 2nd Xv a number of worthy players for 1st XV consideration in 2011. Throughout the season the team improved so a huge thanks to all the players and Coaches for a “gold medal” participation effort in 2010.

MHS U/15 You would have been forgiven for thinking Manurewa High School’s under-15 rugby Gold team might not do well in the Counties-Manukau Division 4 rugby competition in 2010. At the first training session, Coach Arthur Adlam observed that nobody (except Jordan Cama) could manage more than three consecutive push-ups! The team was mainly comprised of year 10 students, as well as some year 11 students who were eligible to play in this grade. With hard work and determination, the players’ diverse range of cultures and personalities melded into a team capable of competing in this grade. And boy, did they compete! The team’s first game was against Alfriston College on 22 May, and the 49-0 win to Manurewa High was the

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The 2010 1st XV had a most successful season as a group both on and off the field. With half of the team returning from 2009 the balance of the 24 man squad was made up of a strong element of players from the 2nd XV and several of the promising players from the U/15’s championship winning team of 2009. Highlights of the Season were: Pre-Season Traditionals Defeat of St Peters of 1. Auckland 22-12 2. Defeating Rotorua Boys 25-20 3. Gisborne Boys losing close hard fought game 28-32. The pre-season fixtures were a busy time and are often the highlight of the year as we play many traditional rugby schools we would not normally play in a regular season. The team also easily defeated Aorere College form Auckland 1A however in their opening match were defeated convincingly by Auckland & NZ Champions Mt Albert Grammar 43-20 after trailing by only 2 points at half time. This game was the catalyst for huge improvements that were made throughout this period and into the regular season. Regular Season The 1st XV again made the final of the local Counties competition and after some close losses to Wesley we were defeated after a gallant display in the final 34-22. The score of the final perhaps didn’t reflect the closeness of the game but two crucial errors whilst hot on attack gave their opponents 14 points at the other end. Alas this became too great a deficit to pull back. The other highlight was the retention of the Terry Burns Cup in the local derby against James Cook, defeating them 20-8, which was again hosted in front of passionate supporters at the Manurewa Rugby Club. Post Season MHS 1st XV entered the National CoEd schools competition and as the Counties qualifier had to get past the BOP qualifier, Western Heights and Waikato’s St Peters of Cambridge to represent the Chiefs Franchise in the finals in Rotorua in the 1st week of September. Western Heights defaulted to MHS due to a date clash and then our 1st XV had to travel to Hamilton to play St Peters, Waikato finalist, in 2010. In a rousing game, that perhaps surprised St Peters, MHS won the play off 22-12 in front of a loyal band of supporters

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beginning of an undefeated season. The final game in the competition was held on 21 August against old foes James Cook High School. The final proved to be all that it was touted to be - a hard and fast game. It could have gone either way, with both teams worthy of their place in the finals. Much was at stake - pride in particular - for both teams, with Manurewa High mindful of their loss to James Cook in 2009. After playing two halves of exciting and well played rugby the Manurewa High Under-15s Gold were victorious, with the final score a close 20-17. The team was coached by Mr Arthur Adlam and Mr Paul Rainford, and at the later stages My Tony Carey. Miss Makere Tihore was the team’s invaluable manager. Mr Adlam was pleased to note at the last training session of the season, the team were all doing 5 x 40 sets of push-ups. Eleven of the same team are now representing Counties-Manukau City U15 in a 3 match series which will also be trials for the final U15 team. Four players are also representing CountiesManukau U15 Maori.

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After a difficult start and a very large squad the U/14 team settled down to play some exciting rugby perhaps highlighted by their defeat of James Cook in the round robin which took everyone by surprise except the players and those who recognised the potential. Led by Captain Jonathan Talia’uli and a dedicated bunch of keen boys the U/14 has shown there is much promise and ability ready to move forward into the U/15 Grade in 2011. Thanks to Mr Gargiulo for keeping his “watchful caring eye” as Manager on these boys throughout the year and to coaches Junior Salu and at the start of the season Mr Richard Peihopa. A lesson many of these young men have learned this season is to channel their enthusiasm into hard work and the results will come.

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Arts Prizegiving Service Awards Arts Council 2009 Shannon- Lee Blackburn-Rangitaawa, Emma Burrows, Casey Clark, Cassie Ganley, Henry Laussen, Ellen Parker, Yuyun Huang, Monique Horsfall, Jeanette Low, Paula Hine, Haley Crooks, Amy Dunbar-Page, Jordan Keyzer, Hieu Nguyen, Ellen Parker, Paige Sturt, Nica San Sebastian, Kendall Smith

Service to Performing Arts - Production

Jordan Keyzer, Cassie Ganley

Arts Awards Hip Hop Crew - Bring it On Matthew Ageli,Arona Aia, Josephine Amete, Simon Amete, Toa Anaua, William Boquiron, Hamesh Dewandran, Chris Faasavalu, Aniva Foai, Cassandra Gangley, Shaye Harnett, Rose Henry, Tarerea Horo, Jordan Ikitule, Laurence Kaiwai, Zyrus Kaka, Johnathan Kronefeld, Nero Kronfeld, Aaron Levae-Faapaoa-Tualatasi, Salesa Maletino, Shaneece Matene, Zandalee Matene, Kimberley Meha, Rhys Monga, Daniel Net, Paul Ng-Chok, Brooke O’Neill, Starcia o’Neill, Eunice Penewi, Chad Petersen, Jasmin Pihema, Alexandra Popata-Purea, Grace Raiwhara, Michael Sharma, Jhanitra Simeon, Darryl Simo’o, Eilleen Simo’o, Rwanda Simo’o, Kayla Swete, Marenin Taua, Masheena Taua, Junior Taupule, Tain Tua, Simon Turangatau, Bridget Wigg, Phoenix Wijohn, Marguerite Woodthorpe

Production Crew Morgan Davis, Vetri Krishnamoorthy, Andrew Robins, Paul Stainthorpe

Production Cast Kristine Achari, Lorenz Arabelo, Dominic Asiata, Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitaawa, Jacqueline Boquiron, Kylah Carree, Chunburi Chau, Michaela Clark, Gemma Davidson, Amy Dunbar-Page, Ailish Ford, Cassandra Ganley, Shannen Grogan, Paula Hine, Ada Huang, Abigail Hyland, Zubaida Jawadi, Ashely Joyce, Matthew Kent, Caylin Klein, Neha Kumar, Sheldon Lawrence, Temukisa Leuluai-Sega, Bruce Ligaliga, Jeanette Low, Kirsty Lyes, Lein Magale, Holly McCullum-Jones, Maki McQuoid, Sonia Murray, Megan Naidu, Halyma Nguyen, Hao Nguyen, Channara Ourng, Ellen Parker, Joseph Parker, Jasmin Pihema, Katharine Puamau, Rhiannon Reid, Nica San Sebastian, Kimberly Sheehan, Amrita Singh, Krystie Stewart, Kompton Ta’ala, Mellissa Tauch, Aaron Tavui, David Tekoronga-Waka, Linh Tran, Trang Tran, Hong Trinh, Samantha Tupai, Silvanus Tupe, Katie Walker, Cassie Wilson, Kayla Witehira

Production Band Emma Burrows, Holly Campbell, Mitchell Clark, Connor Duin, Randolph Rey Merto, Viet Pham, Michael Telford, Dominic Trang, Garling Wu, Liam Clowes

“Lost Avenues” Rockquest Group Henry Laussen, Raymond Pearce, Jeremy Philavong, Junior Taala

Band of Strangers 2010 - performed at Telstra Clear with Andrew Fagan and Nesian Mystik Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitaawa, Holly Campbell, Mitchell Clark, Elizabeth Filimoemaka, Henry Laussen, Onesimus Mu’a, Lawrence Ta, Junior Taala, Pele Tuia The Casanova Project - Leads, Chorus and Band. Premier performance at Telstra Clear Destiny Asiata, Dominic Asiata, Cochise Avei, Casey Clark, Connor Duin, Elizabeth Filimoemaka, Ekta Kumar, Ezra Mahanga, Ashleigh Purea, Nathan Simmons, Lawrence Ta, Junior Taala, Aaron Tavui, Pele Tuia Manurewa High School Percussion Group 2010 - striving for excellence award in KBB Competition Israel Nguyen, Viet Pham, David Tauch, Dominic Trang, Amy van de Weg, Celestine Wong

Jazz Band 2010 – Silver Award in KBB Secondary School Competition Casey Clark, Michaela Clark, Mitchell Clark, Connor Duin, Richard Hooper, Rahul Kumar, Henry Laussen, Randolph Rey Merto, Raymond Pearce, Kesaia Tapueluelu, Michael Telford, Tracey Tran, Robert Tuia, Darius Vaipo, Harrison White, Garling Wu 83

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Junior Concert Band 2010 – Bronze Award in KBB Secondary School Competition Lorenz Arabelo, Michaela Clark, Geoffrey Clayton, Maxwell Crone, Darren Hor, Oliver Kent, Brian Lin, Jack Lon, Susan Ly, Keelan Maihi, Randolf Rey Merto, Kate Montgomery, Sonia Murray, Feleti Naeata, Tayla Pritchard, Raniella San Sebastian, Kimberly Sheehan, Shane Singh, Paul Stainthorpe, Aimee Taia, Mellissa Tauch, Michael Telford, Ashley Tipene, Jennifer Tooley, Linh Tran, Tracey Tran, Robert Tuia, Samantha Tupai, Darius Vaipo, Garling Wu, Kimmy Yang

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Arts Certificates Dance Drama Art Music

Outstanding Hip Hop Dancer Upcoming Junior Dancer Most Improved Dancer Most Promising Dance Student Promoting Dance in the Community

Matthew Ageli Salesa Maletino Tain Tua Samantha Piskulic Laurence Kaiwai

Most Improved Senior Drama Upcoming Junior Drama Drama Service ATC Ambassador Most Promising Drama Student

Torre Thompson Lorenz Arabelo Jordan Keyzer Trang Tran Lawrence Ta & Lar Su’a

Contribution to Art Exhibition Most Improved Junior Artist Most Improved Senior Artist

Emma Burrows Raniella San Sebastian Jeanette Low

Michael Telford Junior Musician of the Year Leadership in Junior Concert Band Kate Montgomery Most Improved Jnr Concert Band Player Robert Tuia & Feleti Naeata Jnr Concert Band Player of the Year Randolph Merto Junior Jazz Band Player of the Year Garling Wu Senior Jazz Band Player of the Year Mitchell Clark Loyalty and Commitment to Concert Band Amy Dunbar-Page & Megan Naidu Most Improved Snr Concert Band Player Matthew Kent

Arts Trophies Best Senior Maori Artist Starcia O’Neill Trophy donated by Mrs J Gordon Instep Dance Award Brooke O’Neill & Starcia O’Neill Bold and Briggs Trophy Leadership in Dance Cassandra Ganley Cup donated by Miss B Ngawati Contemporary Music Award Junior Taala Trophy donated by NZ Rockshop Concert Band Player of the Year Viet Pham Trophy donated by Auckland Band Instrument Co. Excellence in Singing – Te Kanawa Cup Etka Kumar Cup donated by Mrs B Brown Outstanding Contribution to Concert Band Liam Clowes & Dominic Trang Trophy donated by Jane Utting Outstanding Contribution to Music Casey Clark Weeks Cup Outstanding Contribution to Art Billy Mauga Trophy donated by Mr R Kilgour Outstanding Contribution to Drama Haley Crooks Trophy donated by Miss A Thomas Outstanding contribution to the Performing Arts Henry Laussen Cup donated by Miss A Thomas Entertainer of the Year Cochise Avei Trophy donated by Ioana Vaetoru and Scott Nicolson

Arts Special Awards Arts Badges

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Production Leads Cochise Avei, Tamaiti Charlie, Casey Clark, Michael Palmer, Kimberly Robins, Lawrence Ta, Tafa Tapaleao-Va’alele Stand Up, Stand Out - Proera Matthew Ageli, Marenin Taua, Masheena Taua Stand Up, Stand Out - Resample Frano Dunn, Laurence Kaiwai, Salesa Maletino, Tain Tua Senior Concert Band 2010 - Gold Award Auckland Secondary School Competition Jacqueline Boquiron, Emma Burrows, Casey Clark , Michaela Clark, Mitchell Clark, Jesse Clarkson, Haley Crooks, Amy Dunbar-Page, Richard Hooper, Abigail Hyland, Matthew Kent, Henry Laussen, Jeanette Low, Natalie Manuel, Megan Naidu, Halyma Nguyen, Israel Nguyen, Raymond Pearce, Viet Pham, Kimberly Sheehan, Kesaia Tapueluelu, David Tauch, Sekona Taukeiaho, Michael Telford, Alfred Toma, Dominic Trang, Amy van de Weg, Harrison White, Celestine Wong, Garling Wu

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Arts Special Awards Silver Awards For commitment to the school production Hayley Crooks, Henry Laussen, Kodee Vaafusaga For five years of commitment to the concert Jaqueline Boquiron, Casey Clark, Hayley Crooks, Amy Dunbar-Page, Jeanette Low, Megan Naidu, Halyma Nguyen, Israel Nguyen, Viet Pham, Sekona Taukeiaho, Liam Clowes

Arts Blue and Arts Person of the Year Arts Blue •Play or compete on behalf of/for the School for at least three years •Be outstanding in terms of ability, have been totally committed to rehearsals, and have shown outstanding attitude •Have had representative experience to at least provincial level •Have shown leadership, loyalty, responsibility and commitment to the School Cochise Avei

Nominees for Arts Person of the Year Cochise Avei Cochise’s strengths are in vocal performance and drama. Since in was in year 10 Cochise Avei has delighted school audiences with his love of vocal performance. Aside from his duties as deputy head boy Cochise’s year began with his selection as Nicely Nicely in the school production of ‘Guys and Dolls.’ Until the end of March he managed to juggle after-school production rehearsals with leadership in the Samoan Culture group which performed in the ASB cultural festival. Cochise distinguished himself in the production as one of the leading comedy actors and also singing 2 of the hit numbers, the opening Fugue and ‘Sit Down You’re Rockin the Boat’. He was an outstanding role model for others in the cast, spreading both enthusiasm for the production and his love of performing. Meanwhile rehearsals had also begun for ‘The Casanova Project’ Linda Kitchen’s adaptation of Mozarts’ Don Giovanni. Cochise played the role of Leporello performing at the Telstra Clear with professionals Tina Cross. In the lead up to the performance, he was interviewed on TV3 and sang at a ‘fund raising’ dinner to a gathering of Auckland celebrities and arts benefactors. The production was a great success and Cochise wowed his audiences once again. He ended his performing year by being a finalist in the Auckland Opera Idol competition for young opera stars. Cochise is a charismatic singer and actor, constantly delighting his audiences with his infectious charm and joy.

Casey Clark Casey’s strengths are in music – both instrumental and vocal – and the visual arts. Casey Clark has been a committed member of first the Junior then Senior Concert Band since in the junior school. This year was no exception. However she was also part of the Jazz band and assisted the Juniors by playing keyboard bass. Production auditions saw her selected to play the role of Arvide which she did admirably. Casey’s ability in the visual arts was put to good use helping to paint the New York street scene used as the back drop for ‘Guys and Dolls’ like Cochise however she had also begun rehearsing for ‘The Casanova Project’ in which she played the role of Anna. Many hours of rehearsals followed straight after the school production and Casey was always totally dependable in her commitment to the project and a leader for the other students who later joined the chorus. Her role was a demanding one requiring mature vocal and acting abilty. In August Casey can rightly claim part ownership of the KBB gold medal for the senior concert band, a silver medal for the Jazz band won in the August festival and then significant contribution to the art exhibition with her photography. The breadth of Casey’s involvement in the Arts is extensive and she has shown loyalty and commitment to everything she has been involved with.

Henry Laussen

Trophy and Medallion Winner - Arts Person of the Year

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Henry’s strengths are in music – electric bass and drum kit – and drama. Henry has had a busy year. He has played electric bass in our Gold winning Senior Concert Band, he was drummer for the Jazz band and also in ‘Lost Avenues’- the band which made the Manukau finals of the Smokefree Rock quest and ‘Rubber Band’ which entertained and helped fund raise at school. He sang with Nesian Mystic in the Band of Strangers concert and he helped entertain our guests at the recent 50th anniversary celebrations. In addition Henry played big role of Nathan – in our production of ‘Guys and Dolls – a huge commitment of time and talent.

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Sports Prizegiving CUP/ TROPHY

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ATHELETICS ATHLETICS JUNIOR BOY CHAMPION V. VINCE CUP Aaron Levae ATHLETICS JUNIOR GIRL CHAMPION V. VINCE CUP Zara Rotohiko ATHLETICS INTERMEDIATE BOY CHAMPION FOUNDATION PREFECTS CUP Brandon Ikinepe ATHLETICS INTERMEDIATE GIRL CHAMPION RAEWYN HEIGHWAY MEMORIAL CUP Kelly Stewart ATHLETICS SENIOR BOY CHAMPION G. H. MCCALLUM Simon Elliott ATHLETICS SENIOR GIRL CHAMPION J. D. WATSON Heleina Fuiava BADMINTON M H S Albereti Robertson BADMINTON BOYS CHAMPION BADMINTON BOYS MOST IMPROVED MHS Vikas Varma/Jesse Clarkson BADMINTON GIRLS CHAMPION M H S Mikayla Moore BADMINTON GIRLS MOST IMPROVED MSH Boramei Bon BASKETBALL B GRIFFITHS TROPHY Dayna Jones CONTRIBUTION TO BASKETBALL GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR MHS Wuanyei Ah Hing/Tania Uluheua BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR M H S Kevin Kaifoto GIRLS BASKETBALL MOST IMPROVED PLAYER M H S Tania Uluheua BOYS BASKETBALL MOST IMPROVED PLAYER M H S Ryan Stewart JUNIOR BOYS BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR Joseph Kumar JUNIOR GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR Wuanyei Ah Hing CRICKET CRICKET BOYS PLAYER OF THE YEAR MHS Teina Tiavare CRICKET BOYS MOST IMPROVED PLAYER MHS Javir Singh-Batth GOLF M H S Nick Voke THE MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL GOLF CHAMPION GYMNASTICS OUTSTANDING GYMNAST OF THE YEAR BANK OF NEW SOUTH WALES CUP Kimberley Robins HOCKEY MOST IMPROVED BOY HOCKEY PLAYER RUTHERFORD CUP Chanto Moeun MOST IMPROVED GIRL HOCKEY PLAYER SLACK CUP Hinerangi Drayson GIRLS HOCKEY PLAYER OF THE YEAR MRS JULIE TAIT TROPHY Stephanie Clayton BOYS HOCKEY PLAYER OF THE YEAR WARICK WILSON TROPHY Simon Elliott SPORTSMANSHIP IN BOYS HOCKEY LACHLAN MARSHALL Simon Elliott CONTRIBUTION TO GIRLS HOCKEY FAULKNER FLYNN TROPHY Harshika Mistry Most Promising Junior Girls Hockey Player Jacinta Talia’uli LAWN BOWLS LAWN BOWLS - BOWLER OF THE YEAR M H S Holly McIlroy WAKA AMA FEMALE PADDLER OF THE YEAR Sharn Young MALE PADDLER OF THE YEAR Ola Papali’i NETBALL NETBALLER OF THE YEAR HOUSTON CUP Cathyrine-Leutu Samelu Most Improved Player MHS Shield Sarah Samuelu RUGBY LEAGUE BOYS RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR John Faavaoga RUGBY LEAGUE MOST IMPROVED PLAYER OF THE YEAR Sofeni Hafoka JUNIOR BOYS RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Noel Mclean Junior Boys Rugby League Most Improved Player Julian Panapa - Williams GIRLS RUGBY LEAGUE PLAYER OF THE YEAR Kahurangi Peters RUGBY 1ST XV CAPTAIN’S CUP L W MARR CUP Roy Sa’u 1ST XV MOST IMPROVED PLAYER M H S Richard Mariota 1ST XV SPIRIT TROPHY M H S SPIRIT TROPHY Patrick Sao 1ST XV BOYS RUGBY VLAUES & COMMITMENT CUP DON ROA & HATU TIAKIA Hugh Teahuru-Kakahi GENERAL EXCELLENCE IN RUGBY MANUREWA RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB Toetu David GIRLS 1ST XV PLAYER OF THE YEAR MHS Karissa Filimoekava/Talisua Tipelu Girls 1st XV Most Improved Player Marietta Tekori Girls Up and Coming Player Liza Mihinui Trophy Tenisha Stringer OUTSTANDING JUNIOR GIRL RUGBY PLAYER M MARTENE TROPHY Tenisha Stringer OUTSTANDING JUNIOR BOY RUGBY PLAYER S MCKEARNEY CUP Tyler Popata SOCCER MOST IMPROVED GIRL SOCCER PLAYER M H S TROPHY Samantha Tupai MOST IMPROVED BOY SOCCER PLAYER PECK CUP Ravneet Rao OUTSTANDING JUNIOR BOYS SOCCER PLAYER B LANE CUP Tiroi Andrewartha 1ST XI BOYS GOLDEN BOOT AWARD PEDLEY TROPHY Tarachhay Lai 1ST XI BOYS LOYALTY COACHES TROPHY Sohail Basha 1ST XI GIRLS LOYALTY 1993 GIRLS 1ST XI Kate Dillon BOYS SOCCER PLAYER OF THE YEAR PECK CUP Anish Narayan GIRLS SOCCER PLAYER OF THE YEAR MHS Debbie Turu

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SWIMMING JUNIOR GIRLS SWIMMING CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE BOYS SWIMMING CHAMPION INTERMEDIATE GIRLS SWIMMING CHAMPION SENIOR BOYS SWIMMING CHAMPION TOUCH TOUCH BOYS PLAYER OF THE YEAR TOUCH GIRLS PLAYER OF THE YEAR TOUCH MOST IMPROVED PLAYER TRAMPOLINING EXCELLENCE IN TRAMPOLINING VOLLEYBALL BOYS MOST IMPROVED PLAYER GIRLS MOST IMPROVED PLAYER SENIOR GIRLS VOLLEYBALL M V P SENIOR BOYS VOLLEYBALL M V P CONTRIBUTION TO VOLLEYBALL

MANUREWA GAZETTE CUP LAW CUP P COOK CUP W HOGAN CUP

Holly McCallum Jones Roy Peters Kelly Stewart Simon Elliott

MHS MHS MHS

Aaron Biddle Talisua Tipelu Omeka Ford

M H S CUP

Kimberley Robins

PULA CUP NIKO NGWUN CUP SOUTH AUCKLAND FOR CUP GOPAL CUP B GRIFFITHS TROPHY

Nuisami Purcell Courtney Fepuleai Rosie Johnston Sam Faapito Rosie Johnston

SPORTS BADGES ATHLETICS Aulilani Tuala, Noel Mclean BASKETBALL Brianna Jones, Tori De Malmanche, Tania Uluheua, Charlotte Davis, Dayna Jones, Marleen Williams, Alana Leapai BADMINTON Mikayla Moore, Boramei Bon, Huyen Nguyen, Hao Nguyen MULTISPORT Simon Elliott, Cassie Ganley RUGBY GIRLS 1ST XV Talisua Tipelu, Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitawa, Charlotte Davis, Marama Davis, Bohinya Faasili, Kathylene Filimoekava, Davinna Mackey, Marylynn Onosai, Cheryl Patu, Lisa Rua, Sally Saili-Motu, Tenisha Stringer, Marietta Tekori, Melissa Tualaulelei, Deborah Turu, Wuanyei Ah-Hing RUGBY BOYS U15 Tyler Popata, Montel Ageli, Gary Ainofo, Jayson Aloese, Eric Anthony-Chung, Jordan Cama, Efaraima Faifaiese, Arona Fauena, Aaron Levavae-Faapaia, Lavi Levao (Anitone), Peter Pasi, Pelite Patiole, Trinell Popata, Aniketh Prasad, John Pula Seuula, Brandon Puruto, Matthew Sataraka, Siona Sulu, Jaymee Sweeney-Wright, Ioane Taefu, Joyita Taito-Soolefai, John Taukaeiaho, Aukuso Taumafai, Joe Tui, Finau Tuitupou, Zackariel Tupu Palamo, Nigel Winterstein, Roy Peters, Esera So’oa’emalelagi WAKA AMA Jessica Asi, Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitawa, Tamaiti Charlie, Toetu David, Hayden Edmonds, Cullen Edwards, Simon Elliott, Lefu Fepuleai, Shade Heta, Pania Jack-Kino, Zyrus Kaka, Chang Khun, Hyrum Lolesi, Rhys Mahanga, Mikayla Moore, Paul NgChok, Ola Papali’i, Joshua Pouesi, Annelise Rakete, Roy Sa’u, Talisua Tipelu, Deborah Turu, Sharn Young RUGBY LEAGUE GIRLS 1ST XIII Mary Anne Ah Kee, Charlotte Davis, Gloria Enele, Pei Filimoehala, Shaneece Matene, Cheryl Patu, Kahurangi Peters, Camilla Robertson, Lisa Rua, Salota Tapaleao, Talisua Tipelu, Jemima Utai, Heleina Fuiava, Marie Levao, Cara-Veena Lord, Eva Matafeo Lino, Olive Taefu, Kesaia Tapueluelu, Marama Davis, Angelina Taufa BRONZE MEDALLIONS - MOST VALUABLE PLAYER ATHLETICS: SIMON ELLIOTT BADMINTON – BOYS: ALBERETI ROBERTSON BASKETBALL – SENIOR BOYS: KEVIN KAIFOTO GOLF: NICK VOKE HOCKEY – GIRLS 1ST XI: STEPHANI CLAYTON WAKA AMA – SENIOR GIRLS: SHARN YOUNG RUGBY LEAGUE - BOYS: JETHRO FRIEND RUGBY – GIRLS 1ST XV: MARAMA DAVIS FOOTBALL – GIRLS 1ST XI: DEBBIE TURU SPECIAL OLYMPIAN: SHARLEEN TAWHAI TOUCH – BOYS: AARON BIDDLE VOLLEYBALL – PREMIER GIRLS: ROSIE JOHNSTON

BADMINTON - GIRLS: MIKAYLA MOORE BASKETBALL – PREMIER GIRLS: DAYNA JONES CRICKET – 1ST XI BOYS: TEINA TIAVARA HOCKEY – BOYS 1ST XI: SIMON ELLIOTT NETBALL: CATHYRINE LEUTU SAMUELU WAKA AMA – SENIOR BOYS: OLA PAPALI’I RUGBY LEAGUE – GIRLS: KAHURANGI PETERS RUGBY – BOYS 1ST XV: TOETU DAVID FOOTBALL – BOYS 1ST XI: ANISH NARAYAN TOUCH – GIRLS: TALISUA TIPELU TRAMPOLINE: KIMBERLEY ROBINS VOLLEYBALL – SENIOR BOYS: SAM FA’APITO

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NATIONAL DISTINCTIONS Talisua Tipelu - Touch: NZ U17 Womens Touch, NZ U19 Womens Touch Rosie Johnston - Volleyball: NZ U17 Womens Volleyball Team, NZ U18 Womens Volleyball Team, NZ U19 Womens Volleyball Marama Davis - Touch: NZ U17 Womens Touch Team, NZ U19 Womens Touch Team Toetu David - Rugby Union: NZ U17 Rugby Team Jethro Friend – Rugby League: NZ U18 Maori Rugby League Team Kahurangi Peters - Touch: NZ U17 Womens Touch Team, NZ U19 Womens Touch Team Kimberly Robins - Trampoline: 2nd at National Champs for Trampoline, 2nd in the Double Mini Nick Voke - Golf: NZ U16 Champ and selected for NZ development Team Sharn Young – Waka Ama: NZ U19 Waka Ama Team 2nd World Champs Te Aroha Hira – Boxing: NZ Boxing Champion, Golden Glove Champion

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Silver Medallions for Teams of the Year Golf – Premier Boys - 2nd Auckland Premier Grade Nick Voke, Aaron Tavui, Joel Mahanga, Cole Stewart Waka Ama – Senior Boys - 2nd W6 250m NZSS Waka Ama Champs - 2nd W12 500m NZSS Waka Ama Champs - 1st W6 250m Auckland Waka Ama Champs - 2nd W6 250m Auckland Waka Ama Champs Roy Sa’u, Ola Papali’l, Simon Elliott Touch – Girls - 1st Counties Manukau Competition - 1st Greater Auckland Championships - Qualified for the NZSS Nationals in December Wuanyei Ah Hing, Charlotte Davis, Marama Davis, Ivana Hapuku, Rose Henry, Shaneece Martene, Zandalee Martene, Kahurangi Peters, Shayadun Reuben, Lisa Rua, Talisua Tipelu, Debbie Turu Touch – Boys - 1st Counties Manukau Competition - 2nd Greater Auckland Championships - Qualified for the NZSS Nationals in December Aaron Biddle, Joshua Collier, David Cuthers, Abel Enosa-Taifau, Tyrone Falasia, Tauturu Hapuku, Derek Lealiifano, Cody Mahuika, Isaiah Mahuika, Julian Panapa-Williams, Dylan Rangi, Hugh Teahuru-Kakahi, Osaiasi Tuungafasi Rugby – 1st XV Boys - 2nd Counties Manukau Competition - 2nd NZSS Co – Ed Nationals Shaun Atamu, Tamaiti Charlie, Toetu Daivd, Abel Enosa-Taifau, Sam Faapito, Lefu Fepuleai, Junior Filipo, Raymond Fuiala, Nephi Leatigaga, Dylan Levae, Richard Mariota, Alex Mase, Taimo Matua, Ola Papali’l, Dylan Rangi, Roy Sa’u, Patrick Sao, Mark Talaese, Ah Yen Tam Yam, Hugh Teahuru-Kakahi, Teina Taivare, Mike Timai, Taylor Timoko, Aukilani Tuala Volleyball – Premier Girls - 1st Counties Manukau Competition - 1st Auckland Premier Competition - 2nd Auckland Championships - 5th NZSS Nationals Leilani Asiata, Courtney Fepuleai, Falemua Ioane, Rosie Johnston, Bridgette L.Fati, Hannah Peteli, Anevili Suetena, Salota Tapaleao, Mel Tualaulelei SILVER MEDALLIONS FOR INDIVIDUAL OF THE YEAR Wuanyei Ah – Hing Nick Voke Sharn Young Jethro Friend Kahurangi Peters Toetu David Marama Davis Kimberly Robins Charlotte Davis Talisua Tipelu Rosie Johnston SPORTS BLUE Talisua Tipelu Jethro Friend Sharn Young Toetu David Mikayla Moore

Outstanding achievement and excellence in 1st XV Girls Rugby and Touch Outstanding achievement and excellence in 1st XIII Rugby League Outstanding achievement and excellence in Waka Ama Outstanding achievement and excellence in 1st XV Boys Rugby Outstanding achievement and excellence in Badminton

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COACH OF THE YEAR MANAGER OF THE YEAR MOST OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN ANY SPORT DOUGLAS CUP OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND CONTRIBUTION TO SPORT M H S BEST ALL ROUND GIRLS SPORTS PLAYER GAYLENE M INDER CUP BEST ALL ROUND BOYS SPORTS PLAYER RONALD J PATERSON TROPHY OUTSTANDING SPORTSMANSHIP, CONSISTENCY & TEAMWORK

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Year 11 Prizegiving Year 11 Academic Prizes Vaughn Ah-Chee-Titore Hakim Ahmad-Ali Howra Allami Ivy Asiata Mitchell Clark Stephanie Clayton Georgina Crone Toimoana Eli Rachael Fenton Kulgan Flynn Ailish Ford Raymond Fuilala Aditya Gupta Hsuan Ho Luu (Helen) Hoang Ada Huang Ashley Joyce Clint Koti Thi Hue Le Kotalo Leau Guang Liu Chu Ashley Milner Ronil Prasad Epoki Sakisi Nica San Sebastian Kimberly Sheehan Amrita Singh Seamey Sok Aniwa Stone Te Haara Sonia Tipene Analitta Tolai-Fuamatu Maryane Vaitai Nicole Wiremu Marguerite Woodthorpe

1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st = 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st = 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st

Maori Accounting Gareth Ball Memorial Cup Mathematics General English ILC subject Music Graphics Health Engineering Mathematics Internal Physical Education- NCEA Media Studies Drama Technology – Hard Materials A Ward Cup Economics Japanese English Food and Nutrition Music Skills Hospitality and Catering Mathematics ILC subject English for Speakers of Other Languages English Geography Information Management Level 3 Engineering Trophy Sport Leadership Technology – Soft Materials Art - Photography and Design History (Gareth Ball Memorial Cup) Art Mathematics Horticulture Art – Carving Science – NZASE 1 Self Management and Employment Skills ILC Self Management and Employment Skills French Science Dance

Year 11 Special Awards

Outstanding Achievement and Effort in Year 11 (Miniature) Academic Excellence in Year 11

Jason Faumuina

(Cup donated by grateful parent)

Nicole Wiremu

K Thomson Cup (Miniature) Presented by Mr K G Thomson, Principal, 1981-2002

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Year 11 Pacific Provider and Workforce Development Awards $300 (University Bookshop Gift Voucher) Lene Uili (Presented by Mr Clint Vilitau – Liaison, Pasifika Medical Association) Tui Toailoa Mark Talaese Sandra Leau Cassandra Soolefai Most Promising Entrepreneur Kristine Achari Year 11 Speech Competition Ailish Ford Manurewa Rotary Cup (Miniature)

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Year 12 Prizegiving Year 12 Academic Prizes Mary-Anne Ah-Kee 1st Tanya Alesana 1st 1st Annie Betham 1st = Shannon-Lee Blackburn Rangitaawa 1st Boramei Bon 1st Levi Caffery 1st Aaron Caulton 1st Cheyenna Diamond-Rotohiko 1st = Hanh Dinh 1st Abel Enosa-Taifau 1st Robert Fielder 1st Cassandra Ganley 1st 1st 1st Richard Hooper 1st Jordan Keyzer 1st Sheldon Lawrence 1st David Le 1st Joyce Mapusua 1st Stacey Mcleod 1st 1st 1st Michael Milich 1st Harshika Mistry 1st Ashnil Narayan 1st Marc Pipe 1st Sulufaleese Poutoa 1st = Monish Prakash 1st = 1st Komal Rao 1st James Rose 1st Garrett Savage 1st Claire Taia 1st David Tauch 1st Henri Tulleners 1st Amy Van De Weg 1st Anne Vu 1st Hannah Vu 1st 1st 1st Brady Wilson 1st Celestine Wong 1st Lina-Marree Wu 1st 1st

Early Childhood Education Self Management and Employment Skills Level 1 Science – NZASE 2 Computing – Practical Art - Carving Graphics Horticulture History Foundation Biology English for Speakers of Other Languages Multi-Level 1/2 English Hospitality and Catering Dance French Physical Education Music Drama Health Outdoor Education Art – Printmaking and Painting Biology English Art – Design Sport Leadership Tourism Elementary Construction Skills Media Studies Computing - Practical Foundation Biology Information Management Food and Nutrition Technology – Hard Materials Maori - Excellence in Maori Language Photography Geography Engineering Chemistry Classical Studies Economics Mathematics Management Studies Environmental Science Japanese Multi-Level 2/1 English Technology – Soft Materials

Special Awards

Year 12 Special Awards and Prizes MIT Top Accounting Student in Year 12

Lotu Latu

Cheque and Certificate from MIT (presented by MIT Rep)

National Bank Gateway Award Brendan Downie Outstanding Achievement in the Gateway Programme Year 12 Speech Competition Winner Cassandra Ganley (ITC Cup) (Miniature) Essay Writing Year 12 Stacey McLeod (J Davies Cup)

MIT Top Accounting Student in Year 12

Cheque and Certificate from MIT (presented by MIT Rep) (Presented by Moana Leilua – Schools and Pathways Liaison, MIT)

David Tauch

PhotoLife Camera Award Most improved photography student in Year 12 Colbert Award for Endeavour in Physics

Veronica Vili Amy van de Weg

$100 donated by Owen Colbert, Electronic Engineer

Shortland Trophy for Endeavour in Year 12 Chris Faasavalu Cup donated by Mrs V Shortland(Miniature) The K Thomson Cup for Academic Excellence in Year 12 Cassandra Ganley Presented by Mr K G Thomson, Principal 1981-2002 (Miniature)

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Year 12 Pacific Provider and Workforce Development Awards $300 (University Bookshop Gift Voucher) Sela Ikavuka Denero Faialaga Tyneille Marsters Shaun Atamu

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Year 13 Prizegiving Year 13 Academic Prizes Vathna Am RanaMaree Brown Ancelin Colls

1st 1st 1st 1st

Chemistry Dennis Coles Memorial Cup Maori Ngwini Puru Cup English – Multi Level Tourism

Prize donated by George Seymour National College of Tourism and Travel – Includes a $250 Study Scholarship

Lucy Crone Haley Crooks Alisa Do Amy Dunbar-Page Nicolette Emery Lefu(L.J.) Fepuleai Bryann Harrison Maraine Henare Yuyun Huang Alex Hung Jordan Ikitule Jagmohan Jaura Zafreen Khan Ekta Kumar Hannah Lai Bruce Ligaliga Jeanette Low Alexander Mase Fuapili(Billy) Mauga Megan Naidu Nilshikha Narayan Halyma Nguyen Thai Nguyen Mary Palaiti Viet Pham Katharine Puamau Annelise Rakete Reia San Sebastian Richard Simpson Todd Simpson Lorraine Tewao Teina Tiavare Steve Tipene Michael Wong

1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st 1st

French Senior French – Trophy donated by P Pollard Drama English For Speakers of other languages Classical Studies Photography Outdoor Education Early Childhood Education Health Biology Nalini Sumer Memorial Trophy Practical Art - Design Accounting Dance Information Management Food and Nutrition Mathematics – Internal Year 12 Subject 21MAG Level 2 Mathematics - Internal English Prize donated by Mr C Browne –Former Principal Sport Leadership Art History Multi Level Mathematics – General Year 12 Subject 21MAG Practical Art – Printmaking and Painting Mathematics with Statistics - Brian Weatherly Cup Management Studies Trophy donated Business Tool Box LTD Geography Prize donated by Mr JA Maich, Foundation Principal Level 2 Physics Hospitality and Catering History Prize donated by Mr J A Maich, Foundation Principal Japanese Mathematics with Calculus - Paul Weatherly Cup Media Studies Level 2 Mathematics - General Technology – Soft Materials Graphics Physics V Fraser Cup Physical Education Technology – Hard Materials J R East Cup Elementary Construction Economics

Presentation of Year 13 Scholarships Pasifika Healthcare Heroes Award Pacific Provider and Workforce Development Award ($1000)- Laptop Adeleina Loto-Meleisea

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The University of Auckland Jubilee Awards The Jubilee Award is awarded to students with academic merit and potential to succeed at University. The University received 680 applications and 120 awards were given throughout New Zealand. This award is valued at $2,000 per year for the first three years of an undergraduate degree. Qistina Ahmad-Ali Yuyun Huang Hannah Lai Halyma Nguyen Israel Nguyen Joel Nguyen

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The University of Auckland - Scholarships These Scholarships are the University’s most prestigious undergraduate Awards. They are awarded to students who have demonstrated academic excellence, all-round ability and leadership. This year, the university received over 1,000 applications for these scholarships and 100 have been awarded throughout New Zealand. This award is worth up to $50,000. Viet Pham The Inder Lynch Achievement Awards The Achievement Award is awarded to two nominated students, one male and one female, from Manurewa High School. They are awarded to students, to acknowledge their hard work and achievement at school and within the community. This award is valued at $1,000. Hayley Crooks Bruce Ligaliga The Auckland University of Technology AUT Vice Chancellor Scholarship for Academic Excellence This award is available to Auckland Secondary school Partners and is awarded to a senior student, who has demonstrated consistent academic excellence at Secondary School. This Award covers full fees up to the value of $30,000. Vathna Am AUT Significant Student Award This award is for a student who has demonstrated excellence in leadership (cultural, community, wider school and sport). There is one award available to each Auckland Partner school and covers full fees up to the value of $30,000. Mikayla Moore Pricewaterhouse Coopers Foundation Aspire Scholarship This scholarship is for aspiring business leaders of tomorrow. The winner will benefit from financial support and mentoring help through his/her university studies and future career. This award is valued at $7,000 for a first degree plus an additional $1,750 for a double degree or postgraduate studies. Loto Latu Manukau Institute of Technology MIT Early Childhood Education Partnership Scholarship The Early Childhood Education Partnership Scholarship is awarded to nominated students who are studying a MIT Early Childhood Education partnership course at secondary school. This scholarship is for a full tuition fees credit of up to $4,000 for the first year of study Adam Taylor MIT Tertiary Scholarship Each MIT Tertiary Scholarship is for a full tuition fees credit of up to $4,000 for the first year of full-time study at MIT Falemua Ioane Maki McQuoid Iliana Rasowaga Cameron Malcolm

Year 13 Special Awards and Prizes Year 13 Speech Competition Winner (Ruth Kinloch Cup) Miniature Halyma Nguyen Crystal Braganza National Bank Gateway Award Outstanding Achievement in the Gateway Programme Waiter of the Year (CHATS Trophy) Omeka Ford Best Student in Hospitality (CHATS Trophy) Mary Palaiti Maori Leadership (Kaka Trophy) -Miniature Deborah Turu Ezra Mahanga (Herewini Trophy) - Miniature Endeavour and Achievement (Mills Cup) Todd Simpson Outstanding Leadership in Year 13 Hayley Crooks (Cup donated by Mr Z R W Kidd, Former Associate Principal) – Miniature Best All Round Year 13 Student Mikayla Moore (Fowler Trophy) Miniature School Services Award Crystal Braganza Trophies donated by the Jubilee Committee Cochise Avei Adeleina Loto-Meleisea

Head Boy 2009 (Cup donated by Past Pupils Assn) – Medal

Bruce Ligaliga

Proxime Accessit Yuyun Huang Cup donated by Mrs E J Dixon, Second Principal Medal (Cheque $250) Dux of the School Trophy donated by the 1974 Prefects Dux Medal (Cheque $500)

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Head Girl 2009 (Cup donated by Adele Inston) – Medal

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Class Photographs 09BW Back Row:

Benjamin Perry, Constance Rennie, Marcus Kane

3rd Row:

Lorenz Arabelo, Andrew Elliott, Garion Gleeson, Tayla Coman, Maxwell Crone, Geoffrey Clayton

2nd Row:

Brian Lin, Barry Toamio-Nicholson, Logan Sangster, Savalinga Leota, Justin Walker, Daniel Blakeborough, Phadon Makara, Mr J Bowens (Teacher)

Front Row:

Vishayta Kumar, Ma San Sebastian, Merna Nissan, Katinia Teuhema, Hong Trinh, Tayla Pritchard, Aimee Scott, Keerthana Rajasekaran

Absent:

Niko Gallahar-Ikitule, Richard Soo

09CK Back Row:

Ioana Oti, Jasmine Banks-Mokomoko, Lisa Ah Chong

3rd Row:

Jalal Poliko, Mele Pasikala, Tori Moosman Lilo, Christina Howe-Locke, Pamela Betham, Lusila Fidow

2nd Row:

Harora Tipene, Xyrus Rapana, Richard Peseta Mapusaga, Terrence Nair, Kyle Hereora, Madisyn Tito, Danya-Zikhylo Byrnes, Mr K Chandra (Teacher)

Front Row:

Ashley Vaaimamao, Moanalisa Ikavuka, Zara Rotohiko, Arian Evans, ‘Ema Latu, Mele Kalavi, Divine Tolofua, Alvina Nanai

09CU Back Row:

Ethan Treen-Tehira, Jayson Iosefa, Cindy Jones, Dartaynian Shanks, Daniel Lam

3rd Row:

Francis Tiatia, Dayna Naera, Rhiannon Ngarae, Mariah-Anne Puna, Ileini Ofahengaue, Lusia Callander, Tavai Faafua, Jessica Asi

2nd Row:

Greta Tamati-Hunt, Savannah Ioane, Sayne Cassidy-Turoa, Mile Fonoia, Shanece Low, Talaiasi Matalave, Raiha Sarich-Lautaimi, Mrs Cuizon (Teacher)

Front Row:

Mama Tungata, Marissa Hirst, Desiree Patuwai, Jamal Poliko, Mekayla Wilson, Dwylis-Anne Beach, Kristina Singh, Toni Kelsall

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Kevin Moo, Quintin Watene, Haedyn Dutton Witt, David Guov, Laqisha Tua’au, Alvin Kumar, Damian Mikaelestewart, Cody Mahuika

2nd Row:

Henry Fata, Khalil Paparoa-Ranginui, Michaela Clark, Mehul Patel, Jayden Thomas, Ryan Stewart, Alice Solomona, Shaeden Cullen, Joseph Heta, Mrs Creedy (Teacher)

Front Row:

Chantep Lach, Chenelle Nelio, Ava Ah Luni Onosai, Ashlee Bolton, Sonia Murray, Tenisha Stringer, Summer Spittal, Celine Moshiem

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09FL Back Row:

Shriraj Chohan, Justin Slattery, Pratisha Gounder, Aroma Fanaua, Kasanita Mafileo, Sylance Hakopa, Allawi Alzuwaini

2nd Row:

Joshua Petersen, Jarome Wallace, Jaresiah Mariner, Cornelius Pickering, Jayden Thompson, Jake Thomas, Michael Marougi, Miss Flynn (Teacher)

Front Row:

Hope Taala, Malaefou Taupule, Amy Leaana, Hera Nopera, Shadia Khan, Celeste McMillan, Charity Tahere, Pritika Chand

Absent:

Micayla Hikaka

09HR Back Row:

Sethtaron Soul, Raisedinland Iose, Alina Israel, Elijah Toailoa, Havea Kalonihea

3rd Row:

Liam O’Brien Ogg, Lupeolo Maamaloa, Molino Siafa, Tara Thomas, Krystal Young, Ana Henry, Rahmat Poliko, Roneet Goundar

2nd Row:

Oscar Ramirez, Dung Nguyen, Heihana Flavell, David Tusiane, Denzil Kumar, Vivek Shandil, Etuale Fuilala, Justus Areaiiti, Miss C. Hunter (Teacher)

Front Row:

Gabrielle Lee, Sarah Samuelu, Preeti Aryal, Varinia Paulo-Tofa, Naomi Tuumatavai, Nikyita Loloa, Jayne Uhi-Tupou, Amy Minarapa-Roberts

09LA Back Row:

Khan Diamond, Manaia Walmsley, Pera Robinson

3rd Row:

Totara Kalipatama, Silvanus Tupe, Tyler Hood, Christian Atoa, Joseph Knights, Jason Hummels

2nd Row:

Jacob Ahtsin, Val Ropati, Terrance Tearii, David Tekoronga-Waka, Johnathan Talia’Uli, Nathan Howden, Levi Mclean, Mr P. Muir (Deputy Principal)

Front Row:

Tracey Tran, Lauraina Funaki, Naotia Atiana, Linda Holloway, Shelly Ratusau, Karen Vuetibau, Michaela Manu-Adams, Jazzmine Jackson

Absent:

Mrs K. S. Lal (Teacher)

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Vincent Diamond, Jonah Taiki, Carmen Gray, Margret Mua, Keys Tahata, Lehi Guptill

2nd Row:

Falagi Leavai, Joe Phillips, Saeseeseoaana Poutoa, Ruta Tuumatavai, Feleti Naeata, Marietta Tekori, Michael Saili-Motu, John Tuitupou, Adrian Tito, Mrs K. Lord (Teacher)

Front Row:

Aki Guo, Lavinia Palaiti, Grace Seumanufagai, Jayne Fe’Esago, Itagia Tupaiasiafa, Matilda Emelio, Annmarie Mahoni, Eden Hemi

Absent:

Calvin Marsters, Kimiora Tauri-Tei, Savannah Tuatea

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09MD Back Row:

Kurupt Reid, Jamie Ikiftu-Tagatoatama, Wilson Lesa, Cody Wilson, Hare Peihopa, Alatise Pama, Christine Pillay

2nd Row:

Senita Dave, Stephen Morunga, Robert Rudolph, Mahaani Maiava, Mana Hepi, Jerome Aiga, Shanita Tere, Mr S. Mendoza (Teacher)

Front Row:

Ivana Hapuku, Jordan Noble, Ollie Afamasaga, Ana Latu, Emma Uasila’a, Sarah Papani, Esther Henry, Stevie Hale-Tarapata

Absent:

Charlotte Mamaia, Cale Manihera, Bobbi-Cherie Pullen-Burry

09MO Back Row:

Yen Thi Nguyen, Sohil Chetty, Seda Tiv, Jeret Johnson, Dean Leatigaga, Henry Lam, Rebecca Woodthorpe

3rd Row:

Mayden Gideon, Malu Naunau, Lulu Zeng, Agnes Paupau, Alimanisha Oti, Ariana Potoru, Hawra Al-Aridhi, Jacquelyn BanksMokomoko

2nd Row:

Aroha Hira, Samuel Tonga, Netana Tamaki-Maguire, David Tui, Miguel Nooroa, Fazeel Basha, Ethan Damora’ Ridings, Mrs B. McLeod (Teacher)

Front Row:

Nancy Kasemkiatsakool, Chy’ane Fenton, Laura Tau, Rebecca Brown, Shai-Aahn Lang-Sui, Meretiana Tumoana, Navneet Manota, Emelda Shah

09PL Back Row:

Eilrama Toma, Christopher Krissansen, Simon Turangatau, Patrick Marsters, Taisia Fuimaono Mualia, Sanjay Kumar, Frankieveli Toelupe, William Boquiron

2nd Row:

Harding Mutu, Quincy Losia-Harris, Montell Tata-Nga Waka, Kaleb Cooper-Fuimaono, Kenneth Mataafa, Ryan Massey, Ricklan Williams, Lanu Lilo, Miss Patel (Teacher)

Front Row:

Bhavina Mistry, Priyanka Chandra, Arohanui Heta, Harmony Kingi, Josephine Prout, Chelsea Collins-Poloai, Tiffany Baldwin

Absent:

Janice Thompson

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Nayiam Mirranay, Kenny Zhou, JesseJames Canty, Daniel Haretuku, Jordon Maynard

3rd Row:

Rivan Kazo, Ambross Woodger, Catherine Kumar, Holly McCallum-Jones, Adhitiyan Krishnamoorthy, Tayla Spedding, Tutapakore Pita, Christopher Spencer

2nd Row:

Steven Ngata, Richard Lieu-Thach, Ashley Sharpe, Raniera Waiti, Joseph Kumar, Cassidy Bacon, Geoffry Woodthorpe, Miss Pinney (Teacher)

Front Row:

Mamta Patel, Jakayla Marshall, Samantha Fergusson, Nikita Chand, Kayla Ness, Sophie-Jane Paintingblack, Leah Harrington, Manisha Prasad

Absent:

Alexandra Newman

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09RA Back Row:

Shahil Kumar, Cajetan Bourne, Ilaisa’anenau Maile, Yashna Pillay, Dylan Sila, Tetava Sianava

2nd Row:

Quddus Tui, Vannak Chan, Joshua Aloese, David Aloese, Sefesi Tupou, Tim Tonganibeia, Marn Nissan, Mrs M. Ram (Teacher)

Front Row:

BupPhe Lam, Shirley Devi, Shalini Sen, Lua Koloamatangi, Henerita Iapesa, Roimata Samuel, Shaydun Reuben, Naina Su’a

Absent:

Jeret Johnson, Seda Tiv

09SP Back Row:

Tavita Uili, John Ngaha, Marel Elesha

3rd Row:

Phuong Tran, Melenaite Fahamokioa, Pokaia Taihoa, Tepiu Tapasu Laulu, James Talatofi, Matti Matti, Shaneel Singh

2nd Row:

Jackson Faavaoga, Ivana Meleisea, Seve Paeniu, Moetoto Fa’Asolo, Pela Fuaivaa, Krystal Akatapuria, Miss Spraggon (Teacher)

Front Row:

Tsehai Scott, Josephine Amete, Jayme-Lee Nathan, Faiaivale Tunoa, Hine-Mokai Williams, Melevea Lo’Amanu, Paige Panapa

Absent:

Tamara Williams

09TQ Back Row:

Samuel Arkley-Perry, Paeara Joyce, Shanelle Topia, Deborah Heta, Jasmine Sharp, Khloe Tautuhi-Bishop, Daranian Shanks, Malaki Letoi

2nd Row:

Jordan Hona, John Nguyen, Michelle Davis, Keanu Low, Hasani Kavana, April Spencer, Prinesh Chand, Ryan Franklin, Ms M. Tiquia (Teacher)

Front Row:

Almina Bell, Shaira Baladad, Anokina Benjamin, Bridget Wigg, Ni-Lun Chu-Ling, Farida Afsharfard, Cheryl Gounder, Trevina Graham

Absent:

Nikita-Leigh Toto, Kimball Faaeteete, Angelina Lee, Clinton Kino

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Nuku Taukeiaho, Alex Edwards, Mihiwira Deo, Daniel Sim, Trae Peters, Adama Nipurahi

2nd Row:

Kaisa Lokeni, Tj Tumaru, Heta KaumoanaTe Haara, Mason Taura, Nathan Coughey, Paparongo Marsters, Mr Van Garderen (Teacher)

Front Row:

Kaby Namanoku, Georgina Shemshon, Filisita Mariota, Maia Cook, Havannah Kamana, Chrystal Tuhua-Edwards

Absent:

Michel Naicker, Ezra Griffiths

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09WI Back Row:

Conrad Lundon, Deasmond Patiole, Savali Seumalu, Mo’ui-he-’ofa Folau

2nd Row:

Arnold Taua, Ron Fetolofai, Vili Vaotuua, Joseph Taua, Kaydence Tearea, Mr A. F. Williams (Teacher)

Front Row:

Laila Fa’Apito, Christina Vatuvei, Jesse Walker, ‘Aisea Tuitupou, Savannah Eastwood, LyliahLydia Savaiinaea

Absent:

Tyson Patrick, Isaiah Salu

10AD Back Row:

Andrew Johnson, Tyler Geange, Lewis Faneva

2nd Row:

Mark Speir, Jesse Campbell, Unaloto Fifita, Finau Tuitupou, Martin Thomson, Jayden Cormack, Victor Manukau, Mrs L. Adams (Teacher)

Front Row:

Synthia Afaaso (Gago), Jennilee Taufa, Christine Asiata-Agafili, Aruna Fauena, Marie Eastwood, Fereni Tuia, Mariamene Uiliata

Absent:

Paulo Faataape, Tylah Milina, Joshua Ikitogia

10BE Back Row:

Bao Kang, Roy Tuhi-Hohepa, Alisi Scanlan

3rd Row:

Blake Steven, Wisona Iehu Moetara, William Betham, Ryan Asalele, Prabjhot Sandhu, Cheyenne Tapara, Jordan Paki

2nd Row:

Faamoana Faamoana, Shane Singh, Gary Ainofo, Trinity Foai, Dimitrius Kaukura, Keegan Mountain, Raphael Wye, Raneel Prasad, Mrs E. Bond-Milne (Teacher)

Front Row:

Jatina Vaiau, Arina Cassidy, Christina Kata, Marie Levao, Shanelle Makaafi, Neomai Malele, Alana Leapai, Navdeep Kaur

Absent:

Tarsheih Poona Taura

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Siaosi Finau, Nitika Nair, Zahrn Rasmussen

3rd Row:

Hamesh Dewandran, John Taukeiaho, Amos Tautuhi-Bishop, Princeton Ngataierua, Binh Le, Tashan Diamond Chong-Nee, John Pula S, Roden Nunn

2nd Row:

Darryl Simoo, Wyatt Smith, Joe Tui, Aviti Bureta, Zachary Salu, Etuate Toronibau, Jayson Aloese, Mr T. Botting (Teacher)

Front Row:

Johnae Panapa, Miranti Khamin, Kimmy Yang, Numera Nive, Winnie Yang, Sela Pohahau, Selena Doake, Leleiga Taefu

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10DE Back Row:

Arona Fauena, Danny Eruera, Tugaga Sioli

2nd Row:

Matthew Sataraka, Whaiora Wi, Trai Haare, Tavita Ula, Efaraima Faifaiese, Gladstone Ama, Sailosi Vea, Mr A. De Beer (Teacher)

Front Row:

Jomana Zaya, Shayde Albert, Velouschka Samiu, Aukuso Taumafai, Bev-Ani Baniani, Sherice Davis, Sengilala Malu

Absent:

Esther Ngametua

10GW Back Row:

James Tomes, Jason Mataiti, Brandon Puruto, Daniel Siliva, Emilio Paekau, Cameron Jack, Raheem Frost

2nd Row:

Junior Enoka, Charles Paipa (Pelema), Hanisi Filimoekava, Telesia ‘Otukolo, Jacob Diaz, Brad Nelio, Tumai-Tua Parker, Galok Yang, Mr J. Greenwood (Teacher)

Front Row:

Renee Karika, Nynette Voorwinden, Mana Koloamatangi, Tamara Vuetibau, Pania Cocker, Shervorne Tango, Jazzmah Rakoia, MayLaLani Lavaka

Absent:

Charlie Vaki, Daniel Havili, Rico Komene

10HG Back Row:

Samson Tamanika, Reuban Kahui-Ariki, Phatema Rogers-Pook, Manuel Ngawaka, Julian Panapa-Williams

2nd Row:

Poroake Heke, Isiah Wi, Nigel Winterstein, Nathan Siafa, Traevond Tairua, Letaulau Lefaulau-Ulisese

Front Row:

Leah Paki, Emily Hovell-Paul, Grace Raiwhara, Haidenmarie Pearson, Karolisha Maaka, Julieana Poto-Tangata, Eunice Penewi

Absent:

Mr C. Haggie (Teacher), Christen Bourke, Stephen Haronga, Wade Lanigan, Punit Raj, Wire Papanui Rehe, Siona Sulu, Ave-Maria Topia, Ngawaiata Webb

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Jamour Pornnikom, Russel Vazey, Prashant Singh

3rd Row:

Jesse Tikitiki-Davies, Regan McGinty, Trinell Popata, Rhys Mahanga, Ioane Taefu, Aeraaz Ali

2nd Row:

Joyita Taito-Soolefai, James Skelton, Wuanyei Ah-Hing, Toapuho Taupiasi, Rena Tupailevaililigi, Jaymee SweeneyWright, ‘Amanaki Moala’eua, Mr J. Flynn (Teacher)

Front Row:

Jenna Hagger, Maria Tuporo, Fa’avaefou Otto, Nazahah Ali, Jessie Togiapoe, Emily-Grace Rigby, Suhensha Kumar, Ramona Masaga (Tui-Masaga)

Absent:

Miss T. Hansen (Teacher)

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10KD Back Row:

James Simpson, Leon Tran, Garling Wu, Reece Smith, Michael Telford

3rd Row:

Kate Montgomery, Keylee Soriano, Prunella Dasgupta, Joseph Parker, Aaron Turner, Aimee Taia, Darren Hor, Huyen Nguyen

2nd Row:

Paul Stainthorpe, Devon Tavui, Jimmy Wu, Jennifer Tooley, Vetri Krishnamoorthy, Jacinta Talia’Uli, Andrew Robins, Sovandi Ouk, Avinash Sharma, Mrs C. Kennedy (Teacher)

Front Row:

Tryphaena Kumar, Dominique Asser, Rayya Khan, Susan Ly, Samantha Piskulic, Meenal Pratap, Kimberley Emery, Cherish Hingston

Absent:

Morgan Davis

10LV Back Row:

Karl Heap, Justin Chandra, Sumaa Alzuwaini, Imran Razak, Sukirti Lakhan

3rd Row:

Louise Tautogi, April Purcell, Harmony Hadfield, Cassandra Fasi, Laura Cusack, Taufa Langi, Maria Afakasi, Audrey Vaitupu

2nd Row:

Salesa Maletino, Oliver Kent, Montel Ageli, Benjamin Ay (Liufalani), Daniel Dennehy, Jordan Cama, Aaron LevaeFaapaia-Tualatasi, Miss Levi (Teacher)

Front Row:

Linh Tran, Lauren Poliko, Jamie Lole, Crystal-Jade Davison-Cook, Lillian Kumar, Ashleigh Hogwood, Maria Leau, Parisha Kiran

Absent:

Hannah Browne, Cody Nicoll, Thi Tran

10MN Back Row:

Leah Sephton, Shaye Harnett, Shaq’kena So’e, Lovelyn Nofoa, Preeyeta Mala

3rd Row:

Serita Weggery, Ashley Tipene, Victoria Upokomanu-Hepi, Brandon BlackburnRangitaawa, Krystal Benjamin, Samantha Naera, Lashanna Marsh, Jessie Rasmussen

2nd Row:

Shianne Tamata, Jane Hereora, Brennan Tairua, Mason Toluono, Levi Graham, Mathew Sanders, Jay Maddern-Tairua, Danielle Chapman, Miss N. McCall (Teacher)

Front Row:

Annetta Ly, Lucy Tautogi, Krystal Reid, Ekrina Iose, Kayla Witehira, Micheala Bruce, Lyndell Allen, Karissa Leilua

Absent:

Rawinia Tanner, Chanelle Collins

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Johnson Jackson, Kreedence Reid, Janette Ah Kuoi, Shivneel Kumar, Jack Lon

3rd Row:

Andy Zhou, Nhan Nguyen, Jake Gardner, Arizona Karehana, Shaan Kerr-Bell, Tanirau Panapa, Adam Palmer, Tumatauenga Tamasese

2nd Row:

Eliki Matavao, Keelan Maihi, Archimedes Fruean, Robert Tuia, Cameron SimmonsPage, Ryan Guttenbeil, Rahul Achari, Stewart Tafiti, Mrs Tiffany Matthews (Teacher)

Front Row:

Vicky Gnuep, Dahlia Jackson, Hannah Cochrane, Amanda Quach, Irene Kiliva, Kanika Parseth, Kendall Lee, Lisa Tutai

Absent:

Stephanie Windmill, Trinity Leef, Daniel McPherson-Whimp

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10ND Back Row:

Neel Kothari, Peter Pasi, Aadarsh Maharaj, Hong-Thai Ear

3rd Row:

Jas Singh, Kavil Kumar, Tyler Popata, Jordan Tavioni, Darius Vaipo, John HarperDevoe, Isaiah Mahuika, Robert Taufa

2nd Row:

Dylan Akurangi, Amandeep Singh, Piripi Howell, Siyan Zeng, Kajal Sharma, Lynsey Lila Su’a, Jianpei Guan, Mr S. Naidu (Teacher)

Front Row:

Maryanne Tewhata, Karen Hirini, Harpreet Kaur, Terrisa McQuoid, Shivashna Prasad, Davinder Kaur, Alisha Suetena, Leona Wallace

Absent:

Charena Amituanai

10SE Back Row:

Siaila Pongi, Talalelei Ioasa, Johnson Bradley

2nd Row:

Cory Harris, Aaron Ouk, Douglas Graham, Cassidy Kerei, Troy Urwin, Mrs E. J. Snell (Teacher)

Front Row:

Juliette Samupo, Michelle Su’a, Breeze Pouesi, Veronica Rata, Nora Sao

Absent:

Tamehana Peka, Aquadash Harris, Arnold Cherrington, Dildeepak Singh

10SS Back Row:

Elijah Morunga, Eva Matafeo-Lino, Randolph Rey Merto

3rd Row:

Michael Pham, Sovanarath Seng, Glen Falevalu, Faatagai Leavai, Kereopa Paul, Miracle Tuitupou, Zackariel Tupu Palamo, Castillo Mason

2nd Row:

Josh Pettis, Christopher Unasa, James Fasavalu, Andrew Thomson, James Taniora, Petana Crawley, Nixon Perenara, Keanu Bell, Ms R. Simpson (Teacher)

Front Row:

Sapphire Ryder, Jayapriya Rajasekaran, Tenycia Upward-Simeon, Sharleen Tawhai, Lofi Vaetolo, Aileen Tafiaina, Mauhelotu Folau, Savannah Savage

Absent:

Taniela Moa, Sheron Kumar, Bruce Leang

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Mark Dnkha, Vaifoa Tupou, Tania Tava, Tareta Purea, Lina Seumalu

3rd Row:

Ronald Prasad, Bruce Uch, Reed Davis, Shandee Taranaki, Maia Tuisaula, Fereti Pei, Adarsh Chandra, Tiroi Andrewartha

2nd Row:

Cobi Heke-Diaz, ‘Aseli Lo’Amanu, Brad Taorei, Elisha Koteka, John Faapoi, Kapeli Sipili, Taurean Riches, Miss L. Toga (Teacher)

Front Row:

Rachael Daniel, Moynesni Naidu, Monteil Jones, Grace Ierome, Julienne Mano, Aliyah Motufitutama, Adrienne Soloa, Ida Stowers

Absent:

Emmanuel Chand

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10TY Back Row:

Jessica Floyd-Crabbe, Zamia Hussein, Antonio Murad, Zafir Isa Ali, Zubaida Jawadi, Radhika Kumar

3rd Row:

Homayra Eshani, Cullen Edwards, Brooke Hemy, Jacinta Dave, Angel Brien, Olive Taefu, Kiri Cherrington, Rachel Daoe

2nd Row:

Conrad Turner, Calvin Quinn, Aniketh Prasad, Allan Storey, Kompton Ta’ala, Esera So’oa’Emalelagi, Sale Leota, Prashneel Gounder, Ms N. Taylor (Teacher)

Front Row:

Natalia Ioane, Theresa Ale, Sabrina Mauga, Peone Magolua, Kalani Seumanu, Wai Pirini, Charntay Westerlund, Joyce Siaa

10WN Back Row:

Tomas Masigan, Jade Apanui, Nathaniel Papani, Devendra Gopalan, Nathan Kumar, Mufassir Hussein, Joe-Duke Tagatoatama

2nd Row:

Azalea Vaifale, Jackson Milich, Sapphire Potaka, Paddy Harris, Acacia Johnson, Brandan Ikinepe, Donnii Thomas, Soma Leota, Mr R. Watson (Teacher)

Front Row:

Regina Tau, Faletolu Brown, Raiena Kum Kee, Elaine Pinono-Asalele, Emeline Tupou, Isabella Tafagafaga, Marlene Field

Absent:

Peni Emelio, Halapua Halafo’ou

11AM Back Row:

Karley Ruka, Siev (Amy) Sun, Lavi Levao (Anitone), Vaughn Ah-Chee-Titore, Rajal Lal, Georgia Ruka

2nd Row:

Ashton Tora, Jordache Makaafi, Ioane Low, Rodger Heremaia, Ioane (John) Pita, Masiah Ketika, Mr A. Adlam (Teacher)

Front Row:

Josephine Noble, Bhavneet Kaur, Cathyrine-Leutu Samuelu, Kayla Picknell, Margaret Ioe, Prenika Raju, Shivanjali Kumar

Absent:

Johnny Ah Foon, DJ Kara-Wheeler, Thi Hue Le, Destiny Storm, Lesley Tana

11BD

102

Seang Aim, Scott Simanu, Jan Tungata, Robbie Tupe, Anmol Kumar

2nd Row:

Thomas Kaifoto, Tauturu Hapuku, Vincent Faalasia, Simon Amete, Moa Magele, Alexander Su’a, Miss Burnside (Teacher)

Front Row:

Lina Nguyen, Priya Naidu, Solen Rahim, Tiana Taimerua, Chrissy Taura, Chankrisna Ourng, Sunena Raj

Absent:

Fogaafu Faifaiese, Parahi Howard, Tony Maneelum, Cheniqua-Natalie Manttan, Cordelia Sauvao, Shamaan Cecilia Sepuloni, Florence Siafa, Akshay Singh

IN CAELUM ASCENDE

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

11BY Back Row:

Hoera Kemp Pou, Ronil Prasad, Jermaine Puruto, Jordan Spyve-Rowe, Faiaoga Su’e

2nd Row:

Sitela (Stella) Tupou, Francis Tiavare, Emilio Tuala, Sione Alaivaa, Nathaniel Byrnes, Annikah Rakei, Mrs Bryne (Teacher)

Front Row:

Vitashna Kumar, Sonia Tipene, Loretta Kopelani, Cara-Veena Lord, Ofa Langi, Serafina Terepo, Amy Wilson

Absent:

Arona Aia, Toa Anaua, Jessika Dutton (Witt), Mosese Fifita, Joseph Liugalua

11CC Back Row:

Sok Leng Am, Alexander Gnuep, Hakim Ahmad-Ali

3rd Row:

Joshua Head, Lanika Smith, Dorothy Panapa, Tanishia Siakisini, Eliza Waiti, Daniel Holder

2nd Row:

Azriel Mahani, Andrew Tusiane, Joseph Filimoekava, Alfred Toma, Taylor Timoko, Cameron McFarlane, Joshua Nathan, Ms S. Carnachan (Teacher)

Front Row:

Mary-Anne Ropati, Gomathi Rajasekaran, Rosie Peihopa, Narita Uelese, Brooklynne Young, Xue Ying (JoJo) Liu, Lucy Tran, Leanne Toma

Absent:

Andrew Kitson, Angela Maligi, Michelle Vinod, Kiri Walden

11CD Back Row:

John Chicay, Jeron Guptill, Heydn Pullen, Donart Dawood, Daisy Williams, Robert Lam

2nd Row:

Mrs m. Chandra (Teacher), Sean Campbell, Wiremu Hokai, Lapa Kienga, Deon Eketone, Corey Campbell, Devin Wilson-Connal, Alamanda Motuga

Front Row:

Aygnin Ing, Holly McIlroy, Johnnylee Downes, Trina Sila, Kylah Carree, Jackie Ah Yek, Jamie-Lee Tipene

Absent:

Justin Cherrington, Samantha Kumar, Yaseen Mirranay, Pelite Patiole, Aarya Purdesi, Sovanary Seng, Chanel Tia, Delton Waara

11CJ

103

Sothea Nuon, Tammy Terepo, Malanian Marino, Roneet Rao, Loren Hendricks

2nd Row:

Vincent Spyve-Christopher, Jason Faumuina, Razik Hussein, Eric AnthonyChung, Sada Deo, Stanley Smith, Sarabjot Badwal, Mr J. Chandra (Teacher)

Front Row:

Amy Pope, Moana Ageli, Hazel Popata, Paese Puailiu, Destiny Asiata, Evangeline Tuaau, Whitney Kelsall

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

11ED Back Row:

Maryane Vaitai, Eileen Tukuafu, Johny Chhy

3rd Row:

Joseph Singh, Jeffery Filivaa, Paea Fifita, Ausage Sione, Nasoni Tava, Toimoana Eli, Jessie Thompson, Phoenix Wijohn

2nd Row:

Jesse Tiumalu-Pritchard, Cole Anderton (Winterburn), Clint Koti, Khan Areaiiti, Raymond Fuilala, Hohepa Reid, Joseph Liugalua, Filipe (Philip) Lauhingoa

Front Row:

April Tumaru, Marina Merkos, Marylynn Onosai, Elizabeth Talatofi, Ivy Asiata, Hepisipa Matalave, Shirley Masaga, Jessica Nelson-Dickinson

Absent:

Samedi Bon, Cole McNamara, Mr S. Edinberry (Teacher)

11GV Back Row:

Bien Nguyen, Majesty Rawiri, Caylin Klein, Rhiannon Reid, Ailish Ford, Tua Craike

2nd Row:

Taknoa Ratusau, Pranish Singh, Drew Radich, Kesaia Tapueluelu, Ricknesh Kumar, Hemi Te Haara, Leilani Asiata, Mrs K Govind (Teacher)

Front Row:

Ashley Joyce, Ashu Rajpal, Kristine Achari, Katie Walker, Rachael Fenton, Nica San Sebastian, Zoey Cumming-Steward

Absent:

Jomax Collins, Jaz Gillard, Andre Jarret, Doris Nissan, Roy Peters, Jesse Wilson, Tiana Fox

11HB Back Row:

Selesitina Tutu, Stephen Pahau, Lily Pati, Jacob Vini, Damon Tuhega, Lorenzo Galang, Patetepa Ngaata

2nd Row:

Neron Siafa, Epoki Sakisi, Khemp Ta’ala, Sione Rangvanu, Paul Jones, George Taiao, Graeme Matamua Leau, Matthew Dearlove, Mrs F. Herbert (Teacher)

Front Row:

Loretta Fitiuafau, Tori De Malmanche, Nyta Pom, Jenny Lin, Vivien Naicker, Roseley Kenese, Moemoe Leuluai-Sega

Absent:

Sadeem Al-Bayati, Heinz Fatamaka, Akesa Johansson, Luisa Kalonihea, Elizabeth Talatofi, Linda Te Arii

11HU Georgina Crone, Amrita Singh, Stephanie Clayton

3rd Row:

Leonel Arabelo, Cameron Hor, Krystie Stewart, Kotalo Leau, Abigail Hyland, Azhaar Khan, Samuel Broadbent

2nd Row:

Shannon Ness, Ryan King, Rennatta Thomas, Nicholas Voke, Mitchell Clark, Mark Talaese, Kelly Stewart, Mrs R. Hughes (Teacher)

Front Row:

Mellissa Tauch, Ada Huang, Sandra Leau, Kirsty Lyes, Samantha Tupai, Nicole Wiremu, Kimberly Sheehan

Absent:

James Bowmar, Tracy Clifton, Kulgan Flynn, Aditya Gupta, Vineel Kumar, Andre Singh, Michael Speir, Lar Su’a, Tuioleloto Toailoa

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11LZ Back Row:

Aaron Biddle, Brad Milner

3rd Row:

Rei Prout, Cheyanne Colvin, Dariean Johnstone, Jackson George, Lekah Fa’Asolo, Jemayne Sarich-Lau, Oneel Elesha

2nd Row:

Osaiasi Tu’ungafasi, Lene Uili, Tony Amituanai, Atapana Taiva, Niko Leaana, Anthony Frost, Benson Tuitupou

Front Row:

Mai Anh (Lynda) Nguyen, Mekayla TuhiHohepa, Kerehi Grace, Ilasa Bureta, Carina Pokipoki, Ellen Schwalger, Rhadika Narayan

Absent:

Leakhena Chhean, Rose Henry, Kuini Tereva, Sherry Tito, Tori Zinsli, Mr Z. Liu (Teacher)

11MY Back Row:

Abdul Zahraan, Kereveta Tiai, Marguerite Woodthorpe, Yizhang (Ricky) Guo, Victoria Raiwhara, Johnathan Kronfeld, Monique Waters

2nd Row:

Tain Tua, Telly Tokuma, Noel Mclean, Daniel Snowball, Clinton Fa’AmausiliAtalili, Stefan Mua, Ms Maybury (Teacher)

Front Row:

Zaahidah Khan, Summerlee Lorigan, Tatiana Samupo, Michaella Ming, Renee Apulu, Simalua Isaako, Christina Bouttavong

Absent:

Junior Albert, Edward Faalolo, Robert Samupo, Miguel Winiata, Howra Allami, Davinna Mackey, Sam Taumateine

11PT Back Row:

Vimean Keo, Tewano Tarawa, Guang Liu Chu, Chanz Allen

3rd Row:

Viriama Nooroa, Mele Samani, Kimberley Meha, Alofaga Lua, Grace Apoua, Lupe Mamea, Elizabeth Sulu Magele

2nd Row:

Adrian Chhour, Alberetti Robertson, Kane Luka, Simealofa Vaavaai, Dan Henry, Samedi Bon

Front Row:

Seamey Sok, Holly Campbell, Lazana Shanks, Shalini Sanjeshni, Devyn Robertson, Ashley Milner, Hao Nguyen

Absent:

David Kwak, Kristal Mita, Kieu Nguyen, Jhanitra Simeon, Kenry Tang

11SN

105

Luan Phan, Ryan Trainor, Mason Tahana, Marama Davis, Jade Tairua, Charanjeet Gill, Kahu Singh

2nd Row:

Daniel Hudson, Matthew Downie, Bohinya Faasili, Tania Uluheua, Erin De Vries, Santana Patuwai, Terrence Turner, Keegan Kahaar, Mr B. Singh (Teacher)

Front Row:

Thao (Angela) Nguyen, Sapna Singh, Molana Sutton, Elizabeth Ireland, Rachael Wass, Elizabeth Filimoemaka, Luu (Helen) Hoang

Absent:

Kushla Hills, Piripi Edwards, Samantha Ikifitu, Missy Pelu, Mereana Rogers, Aniwa Stone Te Haara, Hinemoa Tui

IN CAELUM ASCENDE

Back Row:

MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

11SO Back Row:

Nero Kronfeld, Lingisipa Simo’o, Ryan Mills, Peleiupu Sea, Alex Greaves

2nd Row:

Lorans Dawood, Liam Smith, Grace Aloese, Sally Saili-Motu, Paul Faalogo, Rhys Tuarae, Maxine Aiolupo

Front Row:

Crystal Bandeen, Tomairangi Rapana, Nive Tam Yam, Hannah Douglas, Feofanaki Leota, Lesly Lisati.Fati, Shaheen Mulhaupt

Absent:

Jamie-Ray Mangi, Richard Mariota, Wai-iti Rehe, David Savea, Cassandra Soolefai, Marenin Taua, Gabriel West

11WS Back Row:

Francis Naunau, Justin Van Eeden

2nd Row:

Steve Taefu, Tehere Skipper, Jonathan Pohahau, Teii Aria, Tomasi Sipili, Anton Pia, Mrs A. Williams (Teacher)

Front Row:

Yuyu (Susy) Huang, Sarah-Lee Slattery, Nevana Peihopa, Harley Hawkins, Andeline Daniel, Sheila George

Absent:

Melissa Sasa

12BK Back Row:

Shivneel Nair, Ruta Televave, Sekoa Ah Chong, Logovii Logovii, Trent Nathan, Camilla Robertson, Lawrence Ta

2nd Row:

Agape Tuitupou, Jordan Anthony-Chung, Salote Latu, John Faavaoga, Taimo Matau, Junior Filipo, Patiola Naeata, Tarachhay Lai

Front Row:

Sulufaleese Poutoa, Komal Rao, Natalia Turangatau, Valeti Paea, Allison Nanai, Te-Rongo Tua, Brittany Ikinepe

Absent:

Hinemoa Tovia, Adrian Tamata, Mrs O. Bawdekar (Teacher)

12BL Renee Galuvao, Kimberley Robins, Diana Lee, Charlotte Davis, Paige Curran

3rd Row:

Rajneel Sharma, David Tauch, Jeremy Philavong, Jordan Hohepa, Harlin Allen, Sohail Basha, Dominic Trang, Heleina Fuiava

2nd Row:

Mafofonga Fa’Alogo, Rahul Kumar, Raymond Pearce, Shaun Atamu, Aaron Gill, Jack Tran, Adam Carberry, Levi O’Meara, Mrs Boyle (Teacher)

Front Row:

Amy-leigh Herwels, Cassandra Ganley, Salota Tapaleao, Crystal Harvey, Shannon-Lee Blackburn-Rangitaawa, Laura Siohane, Kendall Smith, Sueyean Lee

Absent:

Tyneille Marsters, Hazel Tavener, Marc Pipe

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12BZ Back Row:

Dennis Yang, Ronnie Malaeulu, David Thach, Krishneel Chand

2nd Row:

Janice Faleata, Tanya Alesana, Jayde Danilo, Torre Thompson, Cheryl Ainofo, Nicole Sawers, Ruth Paulo, Miss Bates (Teacher)

Front Row:

Faizah Mohammed, Kerilyn Clarke, Michell Singh, Elielia Koteka, Shika Narayan, Ellie Haretuku, Claire Ndathi

Absent:

Rosie Tusiane, Henrietta Ulberg, Darci Morunga

12CA Back Row:

Chamnol Khiev, Monish Prakash, Robert Fielder, Norton Reuben, Rosemary Taumaa

2nd Row:

Kodee Vaafusuaga, Nomeneta Fatuleai, Garrett Savage, Andre Evagelia, Jacob Blindell, Sanjeev Kumar

Front Row:

Brooke O’Neill, Anne Vu, Jacklin Pillay, Halaina Nicoll, Veronica Vini, Gauta Laloua, Natasha Barry

Absent:

Codee Tautua, Alamu Ah-Foon, Sina Asiata

12CY Back Row:

Sheyleen Prasad, Pritika Chand, Huong Ngo

3rd Row:

My-Trang Ngamata, Carlos Atutolu, Sean Fairweather, Cale Reuben, Angelo Lal, Bernadine Wye

2nd Row:

Rhys Monga, Neale Bates, Aman Kumar, Tusa Mapuilesua, Aman Hussein, Sofeni Hafoka, Shane McMaster (Tietie), Mr R. Chand (Form Teacher)

Front Row:

Hannah Kainuku, Annie Betham, Jessica Roberts, Michelle Nairn, Melissa Tualaulelei, Bridgette L.Fati, Hannah Vu, Monique Horsfall

Absent:

Stan Ah-Soon, Seluia Mapuilesua, Tito Nive, Esther Taumalefau

12GB

107

Nikhil Mudaliar, Eliza Tamati-Hunt, Khodie Edmonds, Pei Filimoehala, Sid Silan

2nd Row:

Denero Faialaga, Marcel Wilkinson-Rollo, Ofa Agaimalo, Manu Anderson, Dempsey Wilkins, Henschel Fasi, Terry Gautusa, Fredrick Paul

Front Row:

Starcia O’Neill, Daksha Darshani, Hannah Peteli, Shaneece Matene, Anevili Suetena, Tessa Whakahoehoe, Ashiana Nisha

Absent:

Leyden Haronga, Anson Ierome, Peter Laulu, Kiri Rika-Heke, Chloe Ringiao, Miss Gibson (Teacher)

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

12HL Back Row:

Taega Hale, Ren’ee Lundon, Marcus Leapai, Jovi Walker, Jayne Singh, Nikky Singh, Ashleigh Purea

2nd Row:

Tuwhakarei Ramsey, Levi Caffery, Tangata Hagger, Harrison White, Ronald Vatau, Chaz Reid, Michael Milich, Roneel Deo

Front Row:

To Nguyen, Rima Mousa, Jemima Utai, Nhu Le, Jadein Henare, Jemma Patrick, Harshika Mistry

Absent:

Hope Faaleaoga, Harmony Taka

12HY Back Row:

Schanjel Scrivener, Terangi Vaikai, Alexandra Popata-Purea, Alshaad Ali, Samson Rahuf, Rico Pokoati, Charlie Edmonds, Travis Lee

2nd Row:

Vinia Rewi, Karan Saini, Samar Khanna, Daniel Peseta, Laurence Kaiwai, Vaamao Tuigamala, Onesimus Mu’A, Zuher Khan, Mr R. Henley (Teacher)

Front Row:

Bhav-wa-na Mansel, Jessica Hamilton, Muriel Teurukura, Jasmin Pihema, Rosie Johnston, Olivia Hill, Sela Ikavuka, Melissa Tiatia

Absent:

John Lee, Adriana Toluono

12JK Back Row:

Mimou Charlie, Agnes Taisi, Jong Pung Tonganibeia, Jaivir Singh-Batth, Michael Bagley, Luisa Matalave, Miss S. Jack (Teacher)

Front Row:

Atraa Allami, Shimal Chand, Asif Eshani, Isaako Isaako, Melveena Raj, Manisha Gounder

Absent:

Fatima Ali, Noura Babajan, Bonaventure Bourne, Luella Inamata, Robertson Masoe, Tiv Sala, Stefano Silika, Pipirangi Snowball, Junior Taupule

12KW

108

Alexander Siackhasone, Carlo Interior, Paulynn Siakisini, Tivi Ama, Evelina Sioli

2nd Row:

Ravneet Rao, Neville Alaimalo, Abel Enosa-Taifau, Travis Muavae, Dorian Hereora, Mark Meredith, Mr H. Kowhai (Teacher)

Front Row:

Justine George, Amelia Vea, Frances Nooroa, Tabitha Pese, Jacinta Fata-To’o

Absent:

Evette Ah-Tune, Neelam Kumar, Niraj Mudaliar, Jeremy Paletua, Steven Reynolds, Mao Sipili, Ah-yen Tam-Yam, Arron Turner

IN CAELUM ASCENDE

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

12LE Back Row:

Ramon Poliko, Richard Hooper, Marc Pipe

3rd Row:

Simon Elliott, Rebecca Bolton, Mellissa Draffin, Sammy-Jo Howe-Locke, Paige Sturt, Amy Van De Weg, Wendy Thornton, Aaron Caulton

2nd Row:

Joel Mahanga, Henry Laussen, James Piskulic, Tashvim Khan, Jordan Keyzer, Matthew Kent, David Le, Mr P. Lees (Teacher)

Front Row:

Neha Kumar, Celestine Wong, Lina-Marree Wu, Linda Zhang, Claire Taia, Emma Burrows, Hayley Futter, Helen Palfreyman

Absent:

Kenyon Radich, Stacey McLeod

12SJ Back Row:

Daphne Harris, Pele Tuia, Sarah Pemberton

3rd Row:

Boramei Bon, Hieu Nguyen, Jared Smith, Sam Apulu (Tamua), Thomas Fowler, James Rose, Matthew Spencer

2nd Row:

Tony Lole, Barboros Ay (Liufalani), Alec O’Donnell, Temukisa Leuluai-Sega, Nathan Simmons, Henri Tulleners, Michael Ho, Mr C. Sinha (Teacher)

Front Row:

Shaiyar Larkin, Tayla Bublitz, Monisha Prasad, Sharon Manase, Brianna Jones, Gemma Davidson, Lein Magele, Sheldon Lawrence

Absent:

Joyce Mapusua, Anish Narayan, Kneight Kino, Loren-Lee Tupaea

12SL Back Row:

Jerald Kishore, Boston Wijohn, Kartik Nisaal, Francis Gounder, Shalveen Bhan

2nd Row:

Chris Faasavalu, Joshua Nasilai, Sam Fa’Apito, Hugh Teahuru-Kakahi, Joshua Tafili, Avishay Raj, Miss A Snelgrove (Teacher)

Front Row:

Faausu Oti, Pata Faamoana, Chante Herewini, Simoa Palaiti, Cheyenna Diamond-Rotohiko, Yandina Ama, Taj Randhawa

Absent:

Mary-Anne Ah-Kee, Jasmine Nur, Florrie Johnson, David Maxwell

12SV

109

Napoleon Toafa, Brady Wilson, Jamayne Tautua, Katinia Mahoni, Bara’a Hana

2nd Row:

Aroha Raumati, Ashnil Narayan, Jairus Ioane, Junior Taala, Chad Petersen, Alokpal Singh, Isaac Knights, Divesh Kumar, Miss Servanin (Teacher)

Front Row:

Yorishma Nand, Sanjleen Singh, Sekoti Tapuai, Racheal Howard, Zandalee Matene, Shadrika Naidu, Charlotte Williams

Absent:

Kristiane Bourke, Devron Havili, Sili Laupua, Joanne Pomale-Time, Anthony Vaili, Dre Vakauta, Tawera Wirihana

IN CAELUM ASCENDE

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

12VJ Back Row:

Carine Siafa, Angelyna Taufa, David Wong

2nd Row:

Piulise Foliaki, Desmond Narayan, Christopher Dennehy, Nephi Leatigaga, Michael Malele, David Tamanika, JordanLeigh Koni, Mr T. Vijayakumar (Teacher)

Front Row:

Joanne Opetaia, Shanice Raharuhi, Harpreet Kaur, Maria Telea, Ana Tupu, Domi Shaiya, Kahu Peters

Absent:

Gloria Enele, Michelle Kumar, Manesh Ram, Deanna Stirling, Margret Tikaroa

13AG Back Row:

Lisa Televave, Mary Palaiti, Tracy Ralet, Lizo Tafili, Caroline Tusami, RanaMaree Brown

3rd Row:

Kibaiti Paeniu, Jonathan Havill, Kalim Nathan Karam Shaker, McAlvin Sembrano, Steve Tipene, Richard Simpson, Sebastian Guptill

2nd Row:

Ekta Kumar, Kusitafu Loloa, Vanel Ram, Teina Tiavare, Patrick Sao, Mathew Hawkins, Shavneel Karan, Daniel Net, Ms G. Angevi (Teacher)

Front Row:

Chunburi Chao, Nykhom Nguyen, Nicolette Emery, Kymberley Kolo-Hokai, Hannah Lai, Kelly Kahaar, Helen Rima, Channara Ourng

Absent:

Trang Hoang, Sharon Mailisi, Jessica Mataroa, Sera Tuivaiti, Damian Yang

13CL Back Row:

Adam Taylor, Hinerangi Drayson, Yuyun Huang, Fiona Ropati, Shirish Prasad

3rd Row:

Michael Sharma, Tanvir Nagi, Lefu (L.J.) Fepuleai, James Stapleton, Loto Latu, James Pohahau, Ermreck Nuuausala, Lafaele Uelese

2nd Row:

Aaron Tavui, Kormal Ward, Alex Hung, Manuel Tupe, Niusami Purcell, Waseem Buksh, Henare Tepaea, David Cuthers, Mr N. Clemas (Teacher)

Front Row:

Maki McQuoid, Anjalyn Kumar, Iliana Rasowaga, Talisua Tipelu, Jamie Togiapoe, Marie Sinclair, Toreka Mamea, Smriti Shivani

Absent:

Cheryl Patu, Maddison Fariu, Gareth Asiata, Shaun Singh, Makayla White

13CM Tegan Peters, Minzhen Li, Noleena TutaiAmiri, Joanne Walker, Bryann Harrison, Eilleen Simo’o, Cassie Wilson, Maata Wade

3rd Row:

Maraine Henare, Raneel Gopalan, Shalen Singh, David Tutu, Ezra Mahanga, Michael Palmer, Chang Khun, Ilalio Lino

2nd Row:

Dayna Jones, Jethro Friend, Cole Stewart, Vikas Varma, Maad Youhanna, Connor Duin, Amos Tusiane, Dylan Rangi, Mr S. Coulomb (Teacher)

Front Row:

Jeanette Low, Olivia Ah-Tune, Stephanie Lockington, Cochise Avei, Kevin Kaifoto, Katharine Puamau, Adeleina Loto-Meleisea, Trang Tran

Absent:

Derek Lealiifano

IN CAELUM ASCENDE

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MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

13DM Back Row:

Kiven Lam, Ann Purcell, Nikki Heather, Faimata Afakasi, Senerita Taunga, Joshua Naidu, Natasha Fuaivaa

3rd Row:

Tomjoe Kum Kee, Gregory Soloa, Shrikal Kishor, Francis Westlake, Thai Nguyen, Tamaiti Charlie, Jagmohan Jaura, Rataksh Sikka

2nd Row:

Kris Kingsford, Meelad Dnkha, Elvin Chand, Marleen Williams, Jesse Clarkson, Giovanni Liugalua, Elizabeth Ah-Hing, Toetu David, Mrs Dimery (Teacher)

Front Row:

Anushka Kiran, Masheena Taua, Jacqueline Boquiron, Mepa Kalonihea, Tarerea Horo, Natalie Manuel, Crystal Braganza, Megan Naidu

Absent:

Akua Achia, Natalie Siafa, Sekona Taukeiaho

13FT Back Row:

Kathylene Filimoekava, Susie Taiao, Juanita Peni, Ocean Glassie, Nadine Perenara, Lusa Simiti, Shannen Grogan

3rd Row:

Nat Harrington, Omeka Ford, Joshua Collier, Darren Tamarua, Seth Key, Mike Timai, Ezra Eseese, Cornelious Tiare

2nd Row:

Dominic Asiata, Dillon Levae, Erin Toma, Joseph Oti, Eric Toma, Eamon Geraghty, Mack Gray, Roy Sa’u, Mrs Faaeteete (Teacher)

Front Row:

Prithika Krishna, Zara Jawadi, Cerise Leatigaga, Emileigh Griffin, Joytishna Kumar, Prashinta Kumar, Eileen Smith, Oula Naddaf

Absent:

Aniva Foai, (Jocelyn) Faapaia Solomona, Samuel Teurukura, Lorraine Tewao, Sharon Vaitupu, Madline Yako

13KF Back Row:

Chanto Moeun, Sitaleki Tonu, Anna Nooroa, Amit Patel, Eden Mckee, Lloyd Morgan, Rexona Fidow, Mele Sakisi

2nd Row:

Tai Nguyen, Matthew Ageli, Fintan Richardson, Aukilani Tuala, Suli Tasi-Saka, Tauinaola Papalii, Were Reid, Suliasi Ikavuka, Aasishpal Singh, Miss S. Kiff (Teacher)

Front Row:

Sunaiana Kumar, Samantha Eade-Prescott, Annelise Rakete, Pollyanna Samuelu, Giantoria Motufitutama, Courtney Fepuleai, Falemua Ioane, Monisha Prasad

Absent:

Tori Hodgins, Maylene Hukui-Ihu, Annie Iapesa, Jordan Ikitule, Racheal Ilavalu, Pania Jack-Kino, Isabel Paipa-Tobin, Joshua Pouesi, Muliaga Tutuila

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Nilshikha Narayan, Mikayla Moore, Liam Clowes, Haley Crooks, Naomi Pile

3rd Row:

Lisa Leota, Justin Matavao, Ted Barlow, Zyrus Kaka, Jack Laupau, Samuel Kainuku, Cameron Dahlin, Victoria Taua

2nd Row:

Carl Luteru, Daniel Little, Alexander Mase, Sione Vehekite, Tafatolu Tapaleao-Va’alele, Christian Pule, Douglas Hudson, Mrs A Prasad (Teacher)

Front Row:

Sonika Chand, Ros Meng Y, Lucy Crone, Halyma Nguyen, Zafreen Khan, Kayla Swete, Kristina Ponte, Kritika Prasad

Absent:

Alicia Asi, Josephine Hall, Tangi Tangatakino, Kirsty Thompson, John Lambert

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Back Row:

MANUREWA HIGH SCHOOL 2009

13SZ Back Row:

Vathna Am, Sonya Shortland, Sharn Young, Jessica Blanchard-Cook, Carolaina Mu’A, Thuy Nguyen, Ritesh Naidu

3rd Row:

Michael Wong, Kevin Aim, Saimer Al-Bayati, Fuapili (Billy) Mauga, Deborah Turu, Mostafa Alsari, Asti Ah-Chee-Titore, Ty Sou, Israel Nguyen

2nd Row:

Dylan Chase, Paul Ng-Chok, Bruce Ligaliga, Nicholas Arkley-Perry, Santana Davis, Mark Sione, Hayden Edmonds, Sean Munif, Mr R. Singh (Teacher)

Front Row:

Sereyrath Kev, Alisa Do, Janelle Heke, Courtenay Kara-Wheeler, Shonita Raui, Baua Redfern, Renee Biddle, Priya Warjan, Qistina Ahmad-Ali

Absent:

Sean Howard, Joshua Nicholas

13WR Back Row:

Ancelin Colls, Courtney Furmage, Veasna Chhep, Joel Nguyen, Trung (Kevin) Nguyen, Alexis Salting, Joel Montarde, Fua Brown, Reia San Sebastian

3rd Row:

Priyanka Raj, Jessica Mila, Jasmine Kaiva, Kate Dillon, Delphine Nuuola, Liku Lo’Amanu, Sonali Kumar, Nafeesa Ali

2nd Row:

Phillip Joll, Ngoc Minh Giang, Nicholas Melvin, Shade Heta, Tali Uasila’a, Tyrone Falasia, Todd Simpson, Harrison Edwards, Miss R. Wright (Teacher), Sailau Tupu

Front Row:

Ellen Parker, Nhut Nguyen, Paula Hine, Shivam Prasad, Casey Clark, Viet Pham, Amy Dunbar-Page, Bharat Dogra

Autographs

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