Year 9 Thoughts on 2023 so far...

Fynn Jacka

What has been your impression of Ōtūmoetai College over the past term?

I have had a good impression of the way Ōtūmoetai College works. I have met some really nice people and made heaps of new friends.

What are some of the things you are looking forward to in Term two?

I am looking for to continuing in my Year 9 band, trying my new techs and the school challenges that are going to be held this term.

What are the opportunities you have embraced since beginning college life? Eg: Sport, Cultural, Drama, Music, Committees?

I have joined hockey, a Year 9 band and also applied for my house leadership (Manunui, the best one!).

What goals have you set for yourself during your time at college?

I have set goals to play hockey all through college, continue with music, learn a new instrument and keep being positive.

Maonga Harrison

What has been your impression of Ōtūmoetai College over the past term?

I think it is quite good, I like it. Whaea Stevie, Whaea Maria, Matua Mahy and Mr Gilvear are really cool teachers and the deans are nice too.

What are some of the things you are looking forward to in Term two?

I am excited for hard tech this term.

What are the opportunities you have embraced since beginning college life? Eg: Sport, Cultural, Drama, Music, Committees?

I have signed up for Rugby because Matua Arden saw me on the field playing, asked me to be on the team and shook my hand. I am in Poutama and the Kapa Haka, I have led our haka in my form class too. I am preparing a speech for English as well.

What goals have you set for yourself during your time at college?

My main goal is to be more fluent in Māori and keep playing Rugby. I want to do well in my subjects as well.