Ōtūmoetai College Magazine - Trek 2024

Marissa Barber L3 Design & Printmaking

CONTENTS Contents PAGE COVER PAGE, designed by Marissa Barber .......... 1

DEPARTMENTS (continued)

CONTENTS .............................................................................................. 2 Principal’s Report ................................................................................. 3 Head Students 2024 ......................................................................... 4 Student Board of Trustees 2024 ........................................... 5 Prize Giving Results and Recognition .............................. 6 - 9

Year 9 ............................................................................................................. 10 - 15 Year 10 ........................................................................................................... 16- 20 Year 11 ............................................................................................................. 21 - 25 Year 12 ............................................................................................................ 26 - 31 Year 13 ............................................................................................................ 32 - 35 Special Needs / International / Poutama..................... 36 - 37 Staff photo ................................................................................................. 38

English ........................................................................................................... 83 - 85 Extended Learning ........................................................................... 86 Food Technology ................................................................................. 87 Soft Materials ...................................................................................... 88 Hard Materials ................................................................................... 89 International Department ......................................................... 90 Learning Centre ................................................................................... 91 New Temporary Library ............................................................... 92 Maths .............................................................................................................. 93 Media Studies ......................................................................................... 94 - 95 Music ............................................................................................................... 96 Te Whare Māori & Poutama .................................................. 97 - 98 Science ........................................................................................................... 99 Social Science ......................................................................................... 100 Special Needs ..........................................................................................101

RETIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 39 - 41

WHARE REPORT ............................................................................... 102 - 108

Raewyn Douglas ................................................................................... 39 Sharon Dewhurst .................................................................................. 40 Janice Hardy ............................................................................................. 41

Karewa ........................................................................................................... 103 Mananui ....................................................................................................... 104 Maunganui ................................................................................................. 105 Ōtanewainuku ........................................................................................ 106 Pūwhenua .................................................................................................... 107 Whare Challenges .............................................................................. 108

COLLEGE PHOTOS 2024

STUDENT ACTIVITIES ................................................................... 42 - 59 Matariki Art Competion ............................................................... 43 Market Day ............................................................................................... 44 Robotics ........................................................................................................ 45 Stars and Project K ........................................................................... 46 - 47 Queenstown Experience ............................................................... 48 - 49 Fiafia Night................................................................................................. 50 Duke of Edinburgh............................................................................... 51 Student Volunteer Army ............................................................... 52 - 54 Colours day................................................................................................... 55 2024 College Ball ................................................................................. 56 - 59 STUDENT COMMITTEES........................................................... 60 - 70 Creative Arts Committee ............................................................ 61 Hauora Committee ........................................................................... 62 Enivronment Committee .............................................................. 63 Special Events Committee ......................................................... 64 Ruamano Committe ......................................................................... 65 Mentoring Committee .................................................................... 66 Publicity Committee ......................................................................... 67 Assembly Committee ....................................................................... 68 Visual Arts ................................................................................................. 69 Sports Committee .............................................................................. 70 DEPARTMENTS .............................................................................. 71 - 101 Art ................................................................................................................... 72 - 75 Careers & Pathways ...................................................................... 76 - 77 Business & YES ................................................................................... 78 Digital Technologies ....................................................................... 79 Dance ............................................................................................................ 80 Drama ........................................................................................................... 81 Early Childhood ................................................................................... 82

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SPORTS .......................................................................................................... 109 - 146 Sports at Ōtūmoetai College .................................................... 110 Athletics ........................................................................................................... 111 Not So Sports Club .............................................................................. 112 Basketball ...................................................................................................... 113 Cycling, BMX & Mountain biking ........................................... 114 - 115 Cricket ................................................................................................................ 116 Cross Country ...............................................................................................117 Football & Futsal ..................................................................................... 118 - 119 Hockey ................................................................................................................ 120 - 121 Netball ............................................................................................................... 122 - 123 Racquet Sports .......................................................................................... 124 Rowing ............................................................................................................... 125 Rugby................................................................................................................... 126 - 127 Swimming ....................................................................................................... 128 Triathlon .......................................................................................................... 129 Volleyball ....................................................................................................... 130 - 133 Wrestling ........................................................................................................ 134 Waterpolo ..................................................................................................... 135 Badminton ..................................................................................................... 136 Gymnastics .................................................................................................... 137 Canoe ................................................................................................................. 138 Golf ....................................................................................................................... 139 Hillcrest Sports Exchange .............................................................. 140 Taekwondo .................................................................................................... 141 Students Vs. Staff .................................................................................. 142 - 143 Rock Climbing ............................................................................................ 144 Indoor Bowls ................................................................................................ 145 Ultimate Frisbee ...................................................................................... 146 TREK COMMITTEE REPORT .................................................. 147

Principal’s Report Tihei Mauri Ora! E ngā mana, e ngā reo, e ngā manuhiri tuārangi, tēnā koutou katoa.

As we continue our journey through the 21st century, I am reminded of the inspiring words of Sir Peter Blake, one of New Zealand’s own: "To win, you have to believe you can do it. You have to be passionate about it. You have to really 'want' the result - even if this means years of hard work." This belief in the power of perseverance and vision is at the heart of our goals here at Ōtūmoetai College. In a world of rapid change and new challenges, we are preparing our students not only to face these obstacles but to embrace them with confidence and purpose.

Looking back on 2024, I feel immensely proud of the ways our college has equipped students for life beyond school. Our mission goes beyond simply academic success; we aim to nurture well-rounded individuals who are ready to thrive in this ever-changing world. This commitment is embodied in our graduate profile, which guides and builds our students to grow academically, culturally, artistically and athletically. We started the year strong, celebrating stellar NCEA results across Levels 1, 2, 3 and University Entrance. Our students outperformed all of the comparable national averages, showcasing the power of collaboration between our dedicated teachers and ever resilient students.

Congratulations to everyone this year who demonstrated discipline and determination in their studies. Special acknowledgements go to our academic standouts: Samuel Kleymann, our Science/Technology Dux; Beatrice Proverbs, our Arts/Humanities Dux; and Rebecca Parkes and Dani Brewerton, our Proxime Accessit recipients. Their achievements reflect our school’s commitment to academic excellence. To all of our Year 13 students, as you move on to new opportunities, know that it has been a privilege to be part of your journey. I have every confidence you’ll make the most of what lies ahead.

While academic success is important, we equally value a holistic education that nurtures every aspect of our students’ development.

This year, our students excelled in the arts, with highlights including the resurgence of our Kapa Haka group, outstanding performances in the junior and senior plays, two of our school bands—Bloody Overalls and Aisha & Bebe—reaching the RockQuest National Final, and our end-of-term dance showcases, which have become highly anticipated events.

In sport, we have had another stellar year with a record number of students representing New Zealand and gaining regional representative honours. Standout sports included artistic swimming, wrestling, artistic roller skating, underwater hockey, road cycling, BMX, and volleyball. Congratulations to our Junior Sports Boy Willie Rossouw and Sports Girl of the Year Maia Basile and Casey Miller, and to our Senior Sports Boy of the Year, Luca Henderson, and Sports Girl of the Year Grace Duncan and Hanah Mason, for their outstanding contributions to our sporting success.

A special thank you goes to our dedicated staff, whose unwavering commitment to our students' growth has been invaluable, and also to the parents, guardians, and student volunteers who have supported us throughout the year.

Lastly, I acknowledge our School Board Members, whose dedication to our students’ development provides a strong foundation for our school’s achievements.

Thank you all for an exceptional year. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year.

Ngā mihi aroha ki a koutou katoa.

Russell Gordon Principal

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HEAD STUDENTS 2024 To start off, we would like to give a massive thank you to all the friends, families, teachers, and supporters of this graduating class, thank you for all that you have invested in us, you are the reason we are able to stand here today.

Graduating from high school today is a special moment in many of our lives, and I’d like to take this time to recognise the commitment and dedication of those who share in this celebration with us, and to those who cannot be here.

Today is a particularly special occasion in that it marks the completion of a significant phase in the lives of the students here. It marks the end of a chapter that has defined who we are as individuals and who we are set to become. Throughout our time in college, we have transformed from young 12 and 13-year-olds to adults who now have the privilege of stepping out into the world with a newfound ability combined with the nurturing support from this school. Throughout our time here, we grew into a higher degree of education and began the process of becoming autonomous members of society. Looking back at the nerves of driving tests, school exams, and various other special events at this college, it becomes more clear to see just how far we’ve grown as a cohort, and as people throughout these 5 years.

Now, after reaching the end of our journey here, I think it’s the perfect time to reflect on each of our experiences as students and be grateful for all that has come. Despite ups and downs, each of our unique challenges and memories of this place will always be a part of who we are, and it is important to recognise that despite this school’s change in role in our lives today.

Lastly, to all the students here today, congratulations. You have successfully managed to reach the end of high school.

May today be a day of celebration with friends and family as you reflect on your journey and look to the future of the amazing opportunities that are opening up for you. Enjoy all that is to come, and leave this place knowing you are ready to take on all that life has to offer.

To finish with a quote from the Doctor Suess’s book ‘Oh the Places you’ll go’ You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself in any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And you are the guy who’ll decide where to go.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEES STUDENT REP REPORT Here we are, everyone at the end of our Government-mandated schooling.

Some of our cohort left last year to pursue work early, but for most of us, we have stuck it out for the whole five years. And what a five years it has been!

Starting with our junior years, we were lucky not to have COVID-19 interrupt any vital exams. Instead, lockdown occurred when we had no looming internals or externals. As we progressed through our senior years, we grew both academically, and in the real world.

We finally mastered the NZQA style of exams, and now it feels strange to think we will never encounter another paper from them again. We’ve picked up other qualifications as well. For example, many of us have driver’s licences now; whether or not some of us deserve them is a separate subject. Before we leave Otūmoetai College forever, we should also look back on the people who got us through the days and years.

To Ms. Lack, Mr. Williams and Mrs. Clark - our Assistant Principal and Deans respectively - thank you for being able to manage us, despite our best efforts to sometimes cause a scene. And of course, we need to thank Principal Mr.Gordon for never letting us know what his next speech would be about. It’s been a great journey, and we’ve all grown as people during our time here. No matter what happens in the future, we’ll always remember these five years as incredibly formative and important in our lives.

I want to say good luck to you all, and I hope you all enjoy whatever it is that you choose to do with your lives from now on.

Farewell and goodbye, Wesley Newland

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PRIZE GIVING 2024 Top Academic Award Winners Beatrice Proverbs - DUX 2024 Arts / Humanities Samuel Kleymann - DUX 2024 Science / Technology Dani Brewerton - PROXIME ACCESSIT TO DUX Arts / Humanities Rebecca Parkes - PROXIME ACCESSIT TO DUX Science / Technology Lucy Couston - 3rd Aggregate in Year 13 - Arts / Humanities Caitlin Wain - 3rd Aggregate in Year 13 - Science / Technology

Year 12 Academic Awards 3rd Aggregate in Year 12 - Tasmin Jacka 2nd Aggregate in Year 12 - Emily Parkes 1st Aggregate in Year 12 - Zoe Quarmby

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Recognition of CREATIVE ARTS AWARDS NEW WORLD BROOKFIELD CULINARY ARTS CUP - JOINT Outstanding Excellence in the Culinary Arts ............................................... Ashley Bell & Charlotte Simpson BERNINA AWARD - JOINT Outstanding Technical Skills in Soft Materials .......................................... Alexis Cory & Luiza Varella Jamnik BIDFOOD HOSPITALITY AWARD Outstanding Commitment and Dedication in Hospitality ......................................................Ava McMechan DMS PROGROWERS AWARD – JOINT Extra Curricular Commitment to the Visual Arts .............................................. Lucy Couston & Lucy Rutland NONA COOK TROPHY Outstanding Excellence in Creative Arts................................................................................ Dani Brewerton HERRING TROPHY FOR PERFORMING ARTS Outstanding Commitment in Performing Arts ............................................................................ Lucy Dibble LEE FAMILY TROPHY Contribution to extra-curricular Drama throughout College life .................................................. Jack Farrell GASKELL TROPHY - JOINT Outstanding Contribution to Dance during College life ...................................... Klarion Janes & Yana Osilla HELEN GREG MEMORIAL TROPHY Excellence in Creative Writing .......................................................................................... Taska Kemp-Green ERIC ISLES TROPHY Public Speaking .................................................................................................................... Charlotte Willacy MEDIA STUDIES TROPHY - JOINT Commitment to producing quality media during their senior years .................................... Mackenzie Lock ............................................................................................................................................. Charlotte Willacy MARY ROBERTS TROPHY Instrumental Music ................................................................................................................... Kaitlyn Napier SPARKS TROPHY Service and Achievement in Music .............................................................................................. Sophie Hock CHRIS CHECK MEMORIAL CUP Perseverance and Achievement in a Musical Instrument .............................................................. Sharon Liu ROBOTICS TROPHY Design, Build, Amaze Award Outstanding Commitment and Contribution to Robotics ...................................................... Jamie Venman BUSINESS AWARD FOR YOUNG ENTERPRISE Most Innovative Student .......................................................................................................... Harleen Bains BUSINESS AWARD FOR YOUNG ENTERPRISE Most Outstanding Student ...................................................................................................... Jazmin Howan

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Recognition of SPORTS AWARDS GLEN JACKSON SUPREME SERVICE TO SPORT AWARD .......................................... Charlie Minshall

PRINCIPAL’S AWARD - 2023 New Zealand Representation in Year 13

NZ Rhythmic Gymnastics ........................................................................................Andrejka Bennett NZ Under16 Football.................................................................................................... Grace Duncan World Sake Oceania Artistic Championships ................................................................. Sophie Hock NZ Artistic Rollerskating ............................................................................................... Hannah Lines World Championships BMX ....................................................................................... Hannah Mason Trans Tasman Secondary School Squash ........................................................................... Erin Wyllie

BOB ADDISON CUP

For Individual Sporting Achievement – Female .........................................................Alex Rawlinson

CROWTHER CUP

For Individual Sporting Achievement – Male .......................................................... Arthur Crimmins

2024 SPORTS GIRL OF THE YEAR ............................................................................ Grace Duncan

For All-round Ability................................................................................................... Hannah Mason

2024 SPORTS BOY OF THE YEAR ......................................................................... Luca Henderson For All-round Ability

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Recognition of SUPREME MᾹORI AWARDS FIRST IN TE REO MᾹORI YEAR 13 ............................................................................... Kyra Batten TOP FEMALE ALL ROUND STUDENT ............................................................................. Emily Bibi Awarded for all-round academic, sporting and cultural achievement and contribution to the school community

TOP MALE ALL ROUND STUDENT ............................................................................ Paiana Smith

Awarded for all-round academic, sporting and cultural achievement and contribution to the school community

HINE-TE-IWAIWA ................................................................................................ Ariadna Martinez

Awarded for consistent and exceptional contribution school-wide and commitment in their chosen craft of the Arts.

This student is a tohunga in the making.

TE KAHA O MURIWAI ................................................................................................ Paiana Smith

Awarded for overarching leadership, vision, action and kaitiakitanga for the benefit of others.

TIKANGA MᾹORI TAONGA - TŪTARA WᾹNANGA ..............................................Hughstyn Tate Awarded for outstanding contribution, leadership, high achievement and commitment to Tikanga Māori and Te Reo Māori.

TE TAONGA MAUMAHARA A KAY GATFIELD ..................................................... Ocean Mangat

Awarded to a student who has overcome many obstacles to reach his or her success thus far, emanates resilience and perseverance, and is enrolled in tertiary study from next year.

MATAHAUARIKI TAONGA ................................................................................... Wesley Newland

Awarded for full involvement and contribution to school life, outstanding academic record, leadership qualities and excellent role model.

TE MOANANUI-A-KIWA ................................................................................................. Emily Bibi

Awarded for all rounded mana culturally, through sport, academically, as well as strong representation of their own heritage from within the Pacific ocean.

NGᾹI TAMARᾹWAHO TAONGA ................................................................................. Kyra Batten

Awarded for all round excellence and leadership and contribution to school, the wider community & local iwi.

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9ARC

9ASY

Back Row: Lucius Rangitakatu, Nemesia Bush-Ram, Glint Asi,

Back Row: Audry Cyrille Royo, Scarlett Minshall, Lewis Park,

Addison Davies

Katie Wood, Orrin Wadsworth

3rd Row: Myana Grant, Khan Cooney, Genevieve Pearson, Autumn

3rd Row: Kane Whitwell, Kiriama Angell, Luke Dickinson, Hosea

Taingahue, Isaac Heke-kaiawha, Ty Davies, Awhiora Keelan-

Kiel Garcinez, Max Waring, Charlie Downard

Lawson

2nd Row: Nathaniel Saotui, Sara Hudson, Blake Spencer,

2nd Row: Sophia Mason, Suzie Heke, Riwhi Kenney, Francella

Mauricio Juliani, Nirvana Hartley, Charlie Shipton-Mannington,

Nafoi-Seumalo, Grayson O'Reilly, Hemi Falwasser-Kipa, Rikaia

Ashleigh Young (Teacher)

Piripi, Arden Carter (Teacher)

Front Row: Abbey Muspratt, Grace Dixon, Summa Thompson,

Front Row: Bailee Rea, Esther Cabemaiwai, Jaime Rivers, Sariah

Sophie McLennan, Abby Devoy, Keira Mears

Gilfedder, Amelia Henderson, Izaiah Martin, Reg Currin

Absent: Mia Barnard, Emy Greaves, Lydian Hayward, David

Absent: Aston Drake, Hynes Ngatai

Partridge, Poppy Weeks

9DVH

9CLG Back Row: Darius Kemp, Alexander Cain, Ella Evans, Nika

Back Row: Lewis Jamieson, Leo Hickey, Alana Brown, Harpar

Pankratova, Ben Anderson, Flint Sanders

Rountree, Jake Jahnke

3rd Row: Zoe Griffin, Ruan Botha, Kallan Prince, Cory Aldridge-

2nd Row: Millie Hathaway, Greyson Stewart, Meah Boyd, Oksana

Burgess, Rishan Pratap, Isabella Enefer, Nick Stewart

Kostiuk, Owen Bopf, David Hadcroft (Teacher)

2nd Row: Blake Cashman, Aiden Hannah, Mitchell Johnston,

Front Row: Mia Ward, Phoebe Roberts, Olivia McMillin, Leni

Kaleb Holloway, Layla Mace, Jack Hesketh, Claire Galloway

Russell, Jessie Forster, Dee Truesdale, Georgia Neill

(Teacher)

Absent: Arsh Bagga, Dante Christophers-Poki, Korey Feldberg-

Front Row: Georgia Bellamy, Lara Poulton, Anika Keen, Lavigna

Robinson, Talia Hester, Liam Howard, Eric Huang, Lucian

Obiay, Paige de Koster, Sophie Stevenson, Ellie Brown

Maheno, Jessica Swasbrook, Justus Turner

Absent: Toby Fairweather

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9JSM

9MAL

Back Row: Benji Mattson, Samantha Neilson, Caleb McSeveney,

Back Row: Caylius Heke-Rahiri, Jizelle Masoe, Sienna Ponton,

Derich van Niekerk, Baxter Tangata

Waimana Climo, Dellas Mareroa, Johnny Filipo

3rd Row: Ronan Reilly, Cheyenne Hill, Tristan Alberts, Chloe

2nd Row: Marley Anaru Clark, Harlan Reid, Kymani Tawa,

Massey, Miané Le Roux, Lyla Protheroe

Mackay Bennett, Takara Smith, Mark Lunjevich (Teacher)

2nd Row: Zoe Bruce, Louis Thomson, Jack Pick, Tama Matiu, Mila

Front Row: Layla Tuck, Luella Baillie, Leah Maaloga, Rebecca-

Page, Jason McNamara (Teacher)

Marley Smith, Lauren Temara, Lushy Johnstone Ruthe

Front Row: Ella Bayer, Christiana Byrne, Amelie Coles, Nicole

Absent: Max Collins, Sayge Crean, Khloe Hepi, Ari Miru-

Hensberg, Elizabeth van Veen, Kea Bogue

Saunders, Ihaka Moeke Schou-Ake, Duke Pikimaui, Tayla Roberts,

Absent: Ferran De Pujadas Vicencio, Hugo Joyce, Eva Landon,

Beau Samuel

Will Martins

9MCO

9MGF

Back Row: Amani McDonald, Marlee Bowman, Blake Evans, Lucas

Back Row: Brodie Heaney-Annan, Charlotte Potter, Kiziah

Russell Damasceno, Zara Groves

Ramsden, Aydin Hawkins, Holly Rynex

3rd Row: Zoey Tangitu, Brooke Andrews, Aliana Lucca, Mia

3rd Row: Izayah Wielders, Brody Winter, Ruby Hodge, Luke

Tukaki, Daniella Pugh, Ryan Ferguson

Smuts, Jet-Floyd Whipp-Barlow, Lee Neilson

2nd Row: Macklin Whale, Brodie Calton-Harrison, Liam Helnes,

2nd Row: Ellie Foster, Bailey Rae, Makai Palmer, Caris Heaney-

Xavier Waylen, Riley Comeskey, Leo Choi, Michelle Orchard

Thomas, Casey Miller, Liam Pretorius, Megan Fritsch (Teacher)

(Teacher)

Front Row: Feathers Howard, Kourtney Robertson, Jade Robinson,

Front Row: Lia Dameg, Ella Acton, Arina Anisimova, Maisie

Ainsley Keisha Macapagal, Claire Baker, Ari Harrop

Young, Bailey Old, Caleb Blyde

Absent: Nevaeh Hill, Bonnie Jennings, Charlotte Whelan

Absent: Adam Bayliss, Caitlyn Grice, River McIntyre

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9MRA

9MRP

Back Row: Alice Whitehead, Ria Yoo, Anya Steele

Back Row: Xavier Louwies, Vinnie McDonald, Levi Roper, Emma

3rd Row: Riley Marriott, Riley Fenwick, Davin Patel, Chloe

Mackie, Paige Yates

Whittington, Petra Moriarty-Rae, Alyssa Lambie

2nd Row: Milly Faulkner, Lola Wright, Caitlin Bennett, Kaylee

2nd Row: Benjamin Goddard, Anishek Prasad, Liam Rood, Anika

Swift, Sophie Smith, Clayton Schoeman

Te Nana, Lino Deckers, Mark Aldcroft (Teacher)

Front Row: Becky Jopson, Georgia Macniven, Phoebe Macniven,

Front Row: Cooper Forrest, Lochlan Ivimey, Bella Slattery,

Brodie Bailey, Max Fitzgerald

Maddison Wilton, Baljit Kaur, Paige Phillips

Absent: Marisol Pengelly (Teacher), Seaton Crump, Kloe Eden,

Absent: Renee Armit, Brae Burgess, Alex Foot, Devon Knill

Jhordyl Grant, Blake Johnson, Max Murphy, Cruz Newton

9NCK

9MSM Back Row: Tyson Pearson, Izzy Barrow, Marya Masud

Back Row: Caitlyn Potts, Sven Van der Wagt, Bella Chopra, Eli

3rd Row: Eli Johnston, Katie Smith, Flynn Anastasia, Cameron

O'Donnell

Reinsfield, Liam Marks, Divan Kemp

3rd Row: Harlow Stojanovic, Logan Chappell, Fergus Quin, Stella

2nd Row: Isla O'Connell, Maddison Russell, Alana Gage-Brown,

Kibur, Josh Hale, Layla McGill, Mackenzie Henley

Dakotah Bester, Ty Barnes

2nd Row: Brian Corn, Ryan Baveystock, Tyler Bourke-Herewini,

Front Row: Quinn Deane, Emma Hunt, Imogen Knights, Julz

Daniel Smythe, Austin Fisken, Phoebe Donnelly, Nicola King

Rodgers, Kyleia Eketone, Emma Rastrick

(Teacher)

Absent: Mariana Saraiva Malheiros (Teacher), Ayla Elvin-Martin,

Front Row: Sciennaj Belcher, Katelyn Burt, Amelia Robinson,

Vans Gasapo, Jack Ratima

Olivia Shefferd, Santana Mackie, Neve Partner, Anahera Smith Absent: Caitlyn Ayres

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9NTF

9PHN

Back Row: Chloe Murphy, Niki-Marie Andrews, Noah McMechan,

Back Row: Benji Marsden, Ffiona Clarkson-Wall, Alice Martins,

Kyle Aldueza, Piper Rickey, Nixon Gill

Emily Baker, Elisse Lightfoot

2nd Row: Addy Wallace, Ashley Hayson, Georgia Bailey, Isabella

3rd Row: Willow Elliott-Lowe, Mila Taylor, Austin Fearon, Cara

Attwood, Eva Needham, Alia Quaife, Nathan Farey (Teacher),

de Monchy, Emma Hellberg, Evie Mildon-Wright, Grace Miles,

Georgia Jones

Kate Faitl

Front Row: Matthew Collyns, Nathaniel Young, Waimarama Poka,

2nd Row: Zavier Burne, Milly Fives, Erik Helnes, Hettie MacLean,

Bella McDonald, Ruby Young, Sienna Yoo

Tai Gilmor, Sam Calderwood, Tillman Dilger, Eli Shorter, Phillip

Absent: Eden Barnard, Mija Botha, Teyo McChlery, Harlem

Newton (Teacher)

Nicholas, Praveer Oberoi, Jack Rastrick, Alyssa Riddell, Phoenix

Front Row: Nav Kaur, Layla Swanson, Tamara Morris, Kyah

Robertson

Wilson, Ava Bryant, Talloulah Woledge, Jensen Barrowcliffe, Vinnie Cairns Absent: Rhys Hopcroft

9SMS

9SHB Back Row: Finn Abbott, Harper Lee, Toby Bryson, Octavia Batt,

Back Row: Isabella Smith, Tylah Moses, Lily Allison, Ava

Chloe Gilmour, MJ Cha

Beauchamp, Freya Longman

3rd Row: Terauriki Gates, Alafair Korohina-Wall, Jaslyn

3rd Row: Scarlett Waterhouse, Elsie Rice, Abby O'Brien, Mehrab

Monaghan, Rosa Fernandez, AJ Ireland, Arapata Te Moana, Joe

Singh, Katya Alekseeva, Finn Lane

Burgess

2nd Row: Riley Cornor, Gian Claasen, Harry Delamere, Ethan

2nd Row: Ella Kennedy, Ari Ermens, Sammy Macpherson, Te Awa

Stedman, Sam O'Sullivan, Simon Sheppard (Teacher)

Korohina-Maude, Evelyn Hawke, Brydee Hammond-Hume, Shane

Front Row: James Laugesen, Lucy Henderson, Ashley Barnes,

Blake (Teacher)

Liam Blackstock, Austin King, Ryan Van Staden

Front Row: Amore Oschman, Abby Lavin, Bella Alden, Emma

Absent: Keegan Emmett, Scarlett Marshall

Henderson, Freya Parkes, Tom Parkes, Andy Bidois Absent: Zoe Guy

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9STB

9WLW

Back Row: Sophie Edhouse, Emily Brooks, Ariannah Areli, Michael

Back Row: Cole Peters, Devaani Adhikari, Poppy Wallis

Snow, Gurnoor Kaur, Caleb Tombs

3rd Row: Maddy Hales, Travis Mitchinson, Dane Wheatcroft,

3rd Row: Rian Snow, Ava Larsen, Milla Scholes, Jake Khull,

Mason Fidler, Ryan Smith, Harlow Stapleton

Mehtaab Singh, Isla Diffey, Ella McCurdie, James Vanderpoel

2nd Row: Jah Tera, Zara Maultsaid, Reubert Matthew Sy, Luke

2nd Row: Rijandre De Bruin, Kyle Walters, Cartier Cook, Isabelle

Griffiths-Knight, Sierra-Jane Irwin, Te Atarangi Amoroa, Will

Savage, Ella Mear, Oli Roper, Japjot Singh, Stephen Binns

Whaley (Teacher)

(Teacher)

Front Row: Zoey Jackson, Teagan McKenzie-Potter, Sienna

Front Row: Aliza Viduya, Poppy Neilsen, Ayla Mears, Jessica

Nickalls, Cloe Timoti-Maaka, Maddi Oughton, Kyla Leat

Marvin, Claudia Ryland, Milla Reid, Nikita Lal, Sienna Rameka

Absent: Addison Gear, Dogyeom Kim, Sophia Richmond, Rory Taylor

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YEAR 10 2024

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10AWB

10ASK

Back Row: James Cameron-Green, Stella Harvey, Buthmi Seyansa,

Back Row: Anaya Lawrence, Teresa Li, Mia Walker

Edward Moonjely, Makena Daisley, Jordan Meredith

3rd Row: Porter Patton, Sofia Stenhouse, Blake Gadsby, Ben

3rd Row: Luke Thompson, Tom Linney, Seth Chow, Francois

Muspratt, Maddy Meadows, Paige Legae

Deysel, Ezra Tekotia, Tyler Hastings, Esther Stevens

2nd Row: Raffi Cimadom, Max Nicol, Jai Costello, Josh Gilbert,

2nd Row: Devlin Deetlefs, Willie Rossouw, Liam Old, Hunter Cole,

Nate Whitewood, Asokan Sadayan (Teacher)

Carly Dunn, Lennox Lee, Abby Watson (Teacher)

Front Row: Lacey Fisher, Ashley Mitchell, Bella Hill, Manahli

Front Row: Jasmine Credo, Jazmine Tipene, Nikita De Oliveira,

Kingi, Jaed Bowring, Stella Sale

Harper Woodcock, Annie Park, Danika Loots, Honor Whitaker

Absent: Ford Pearson, Hannah Richards

Absent: Chevy Angell, Alyssa Hoani

10CSR

10ANW Back Row: Oliver Catt, Brooklyn Neame, Brooke Zvagulis,

Back Row: Riley Fagan, Zac Stewart, Carly Hines, Fynn Jacka,

Pounamu Temoana, Jesse Cairns

Chelsea Irving

3rd Row: Tyler Lovell, Guy McLauchlan, Caleb Armit, Jack Veale,

3rd Row: Isabella Fitt, Imogen Suttie, Jack Rodgers, Cassia

Rico Rawlinson, Jordan Jackson

Bestel, Kate Griffin, Louie Sorenson

2nd Row: Micah Buxton, Ashton Jarratt, Jacob Ruka, Sovann

2nd Row: Te Kiriwai Bidois, Aurora Hudson, Blake Edwards, Liam

Thompson, Harry Black, Andrea Ward (Teacher)

Downing, Aidan Swinburne, Clayton Grobler, Chris Roe (Teacher)

Front Row: Indy Kapi, Zoe Abbott, Indie-Rose Dwyer-Vianello,

Front Row: Varny Sun, Cassie Tonkin, Shania Rolls, Mia Nel,

Charli McDonald, Isabella Herd, Andrejka Bennett

Cayla Louw, Jasjane Trujillo

Absent: Raynardt Botha, Brie Ferguson, Beau Marsters, Jamie

Absent: Jennifer Lee, Reid Mannion, Hannah Manos, Toa Ronaki-

McKay

Kissling

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10GFR

10LRR Back Row: Yadavi Singh, Abbi Luongo, Ezra Welman, Ruby Gee,

Back Row: Aaliyah Tana, Justin Rose, Zoe Ross

Audra Thorne

3rd Row: Keira Hamilton, Isabelle Duske, Kieran Clark, Holly

3rd Row: Jack Loader, Nathan Van Rooyen, Eva Golsby, Prabh

Feist, Xavier Bumby, Genevieve Kiikoro

Singh, Joshua Watson, Ryan Fletcher

2nd Row: Connor Alexander, Adam Lewis, Shane Marjoribanks,

2nd Row: Jaylin Low, Holly Rudd, Nathaniel Doody, Ari Franklin,

Ethan Van Der Heijden, Finn Shaw, Rahaan Joshi, Geoff Roberts

Om Patel, Fenella Price, Lara Richardson (Teacher)

(Teacher)

Front Row: Lily McKane, Camryn Gilmer, Paquita Newman, Maddi

Front Row: Anika Bailey, Lisa Whitney, Xaleah Conn, Shaista

Eden, Aleesa Stebbings, Pilar Bejarano Valdazo

Khan, Lucy Rout, Isla Beattie

Absent: Keith Chaudhari, Daetyn Excell, Khimverly Gapuz,

Absent: Luka Bain, Lola Kerrigan, Dante McFetridge, Jake

Mahleigh Puhipuhi, Chaehyun Shin, Jack Thompson, Sophie Young

Ritchie

10MMB

10LSW Back Row: Sophie Phelan, Lachlan Perry, Reid Lyons, Aiden

Back Row: Isaac McKerrow, Dartagnan Witeri, Ngakau Redshaw,

Duvenhage, Theo Lange

Jade Willcox, Sahara Mackay, Heaven-Lee Palmer-Smith

3rd Row: Mia Paris, Kaia Burney, Keegan Hodgetts, Cooper

3rd Row: Lexi Time, Kallagher Puke, Rongomai Angell-Kennedy,

Sullivan, Olivia Pelham, Serenity Rice

James Shores, Maonga Harrison, Ava Wright, Milan Low

2nd Row: Emily Cong, Spencer Roebeck, Jessica Stewart, Naoki

2nd Row: Wahiawa Andres Korewha, Calai Johnstone Ruthe,

Karatsu, Weylin Mellor, Seth Willetts, Lisa Weaver (Teacher)

Hikairo Solomon, Sjaequarn Bartlett, Jayden Nielsen-Dbbagh,

Front Row: Kirsty Henricks (Teacher Aide), Taniqwa Timoti-

Draco Currin, Maramena Ballantyne (Teacher)

Maaka, Sinbi Ha, Rylee Jamieson, Jaymee Coller-Horscroft,

Front Row: Bella White, Mana Urushihara, Calleigh Wathey-Boot,

Joanne Park, Charlotte Lander

Katie Rawson, Karah Pikimaui, Reika Sato, Cheyanne Ronaki-

Absent: Erin Moseley, Seth Sutton

Kissling Absent: Jauntae Close, Fern Freeland-Smith, Stevie Perry

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10MNG

10MRR

Back Row: Talia Tipper, Lachlan Green, Lachlan Reid, Jaxon

Back Row: Kayla McCabe, Hinemoana Wilson, Cole McFarlane,

Hamill, Seth Alderson

Brooke Hennessy, Toby Stephen

3rd Row: Diago Hopkins, Shae-Lee Dawson, Maisie Crawford,

3rd Row: Marley Sykes, Jack Corbett, Ayla Parker, Jude Putty,

Georgi Gregory, Oliver Reid, Carter Gillard

James Park, Benjamin Simpson

2nd Row: Zoe Conquer, Hunter Guo, Finn Montgomery-Klein,

2nd Row: Vida Hancock, Grace Gilchrist, Sophie Stocks, Arthur

Jackson Mortimer, Ari Bussenschutt, Georgia Cook, Monique

Caibiran, Milla Sowman, Mylo Webb, Hugh Robinson

Geraghty (Teacher)

Front Row: Scarlett Hinde, Ruby Dowling, Maia Basile, Ella

Front Row: Meg Beech, Ember Carroll, Ayla Bain-Bluegum, Varna

Mason, Emma Wensor, Saraya Nichols

Rookes, Larissa Nafoi-Seumalo, Sarah Hamer

Absent: Margrit Rohs (Teacher), Sam Hesmondhalgh, Doné

Absent: Jacob Bostock, Elle Christy, Kaitlyn Hoare, Greer Slako,

Lightfoot, Lucy Salmon, Dylan Sherriff, Joey Sirohi

Carmen Xie

10SLP

10SAB

Back Row: Max Saienni, Mia Thomson, Yukta Singh Back Row: Tylar Gibb, Lara Beetz, Ethan Diaz, India King,

3rd Row: Leen Sehmi, Sophia Neale Reid, Alayla Van Niekerk,

Aliayha Munroe, Cooper Butterworth

Zavier Adams, Charlotte Akenson, Joshua Scarfe

3rd Row: Cadence Grant, Cooper Chapman-Taylor, Harper Cave,

2nd Row: Mia Kururangi, Michael Karavatt Jinoy, Ollie Dixon-

Ella Smith, Archie Roden, Lachlan Frost, Mioh Azuma

Saunders, Troy Ellerby, Aiden Taljaardt, Hamish King, Sally Price

2nd Row: Bryony Scandlyn, Jayden Pinkerton, Maric Henderson,

(Teacher)

Jonah Sargent, Joshua Kim, Bronté Edwards, Sanet Bircham

Front Row: Grace King, Faenza Ricardi, Caitlynn Armstrong,

(Teacher)

Anakha Uttoly, Paige Addison, Elliott Swney

Front Row: Ellie Hennessey, Jaydah Walker, Ruby Allan, Ruby

Absent: Lulu Austin, Leon Hepi, Gurshaan Singh, Hirini

Elia, Katie Blair, Abbey Alford, Brylee Davis

Thompson, Cael Young

Absent: Callie Breen, Dean Cornwell

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10SMQ

10STT

Back Row: Liam Jones, Diljodh Singh, Trinity Toa-Davis, Charles

Back Row: Rafael Percy, Fianna Gardner, Olivia Firth

Rollan, Gurshant Singh

3rd Row: Mason Crockford, Emily Mockford, Ella Wilce, Jesse

3rd Row: Tula Bowers, Unique Hauwaho, Yhancy Ali, Harry Scott,

Shiells, Sam Robinson, Noah Allen

Justin Paterson, Kevin Wang, Lily Grogan, Lucas Davidson

2nd Row: Cleo Bentley, Georgina Farrell, Jacob Lambert, Cale

2nd Row: Cam Bowman, Bobo Yuan, Angus Morrison, Rainen

Waite, Keyahn Cottam-Moore, Stephanie Townsend (Teacher)

King-Mosen, Luka Wilmshurst, Ella-May Chapman, Prince Kymer

Front Row: Piper Harvey, Lila Wyatt, Cerys Britton, Maelee

Mabini, Simon Quin (Teacher)

Robbetze, Annabel Moon, Leia Giffard

Front Row: Cynthia Forsman, Keisha Patel, Elani Kinsella, Ashley

Absent: Payton Grace-Kakau, Hayden Hall, Daniel Karavatt

Orchard, Zaria St Clair, Grace McGrath, Erica Chen, Jessie

Jinoy, Rangi Kira, Sofiya Sykes

Wilkinson Absent: Zam Rivera, Keira Torr

10VNS

10STG Back Row: Holly Arthur-Worsop, Charlotte Elsmore, Leon

Back Row: Jaylah Murray, Chanseo Jeon, Finn Playford, Jade

Watkins, Lauren West, Lyla Cooper

Crump, Trey Barker

3rd Row: Jake Manning, Olive Reay, Alexia Rogers-Hibell, Kaito

3rd Row: Jun Lee, Jaksyn Kuka, Grace Clarke, Ben Williams, Hj

Bell, Dylanne Dawson, Bayley Pask

Saunders-Tito, Isla Larking

2nd Row: Ethan Culver, Jackson Iva, Malachi Thompson, Kyan

2nd Row: Hunter Smith, Connor Nesdale, Vincent Fabert, Chase

Freeland-Smith, Kaze Borman, Steven Gilvear (Teacher)

Anderson, Xander Goddard, Izzy Campbell, Vaughan Smith

Front Row: Cambria Gear, Isis Rameka, Ella Holtom, Brooke

(Teacher)

O'Brien, Katy McLeod, Amelia Sinton

Front Row: Ayla Cutbush, Alexis Matthews, Summer Evans-

Absent: Isla-Mai Booker, Sophie Pilkinton

McLeod, Laila Elliott, Abbie Fagan, Aurora Tutbury Absent: Maxcy Stevens, Levi Weeks

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11ALR

11AMB

Back Row: Byron Whitehead, Blake Gerrish, Deklan Waites, Finn

Back Row: Kishya Gibson, Caylah-Marie Tapara, Shadow Jack-

Taylor

Kino

3rd Row: Keann Ocao, Ben Scott, Paddy Mita, Francis Lulu,

2nd Row: Chayn Tahau, Tama Pearson, Jerry Kissling, Nate

Hunter Phillips, Ashton Zhou, Josh Gilmour

Ratana, Delamare Langton, Joc McCreary (Teacher)

2nd Row: Ben Hawkes, Joseph Vanko Aberde, Cody Bryan, Liam

Front Row: Manaia Reid, Parepaora Falwasser-Kipa, Khyla Miller,

Oakes, Fabian Rhind, Van Bryant, Alesha Ridealgh (Teacher)

Evelyn Bennett, Penny Kissling

Front Row: Lily Follett, Kiora Murray, Anaiya Steyn, Ruby Stow,

Absent: Matenga Bowring, Lalueni Fuapoivaha, Hemi Gates,

Sienna Brewer, Priya Gamble, Alantra Cochrane

Jessie Kira, Jade Kohu, Jaime Ponton, Ares Rameka, Cj Reid,

Absent: Lyla Botha, Kasey Harte, Fati William

Melakai Tanner

11AVW

11BNR

Back Row: Shay Heier, Ryan Woodhouse, Saxon Poulton, Vaibhavi

Back Row: Zac O'Connor, Owen Hill, Tyler Smith, Sadie Roolvink

Jamwal, Caoimhe Dobson

3rd Row: Isha Hays, Laura Carr, Paisley Hackett, Emily Baker,

3rd Row: Imogen Otto, Jett Lett, Jaxon Clarke, Tyler Luke, Chris

Elissa Stocks, Kirsten Orrick, Ella Cleaver

John, Anmol Singh

2nd Row: Ash Forster, Elliot Ryland, Izaac Scrivens, Tom Dunn,

2nd Row: Jay Kerr, Cruz Gonzalez, Oscar Bayer, Cooper Stewart,

William Hofsteede, Josh Blackstock, Nathan Mohi

Carter Mills, Avon Willis (Teacher)

Front Row: Shya Stapleton, Amélie Dougherty, Alisha Adie, Iris

Front Row: Savana Priestley, Gracie Cooper-Reid, Holly Inglis-

Pearmain, Madden Jamieson, Abbey Smith, Leonor Castaneda

Collis, Nina Louw, Lucy Stevenson, Saffron Dennis

Gereda

Absent: Dylan Barnard, Diaz Haig, Chaeeun Lee, Devyn Morris,

Absent: Ben Radford (Teacher), Jenna Salgado, Sihwan Yoo

Alexander Rinke-Mailman, Summer Taruia

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11BNS

11CRT

Back Row: Lillie Hyde-Hills, Xavier Groves, Tobyn Harrison, Drew

Back Row: Catelyn Evans, Emma Hurley, Holly Sanders, Sammy

Bryan, Cathy Liu

Adams

3rd Row: Felix Lange, Felix Wain, Shaelyn Matthee, Jorja Kehely,

3rd Row: Lucia Poff, Bella Hall, Jorja Hosking, Nathaniel

Jackson Jane, Harmony Leef

Walkerdine, Airi Ito, Aadit Tandon, Harlem Tihema

2nd Row: Marc Rutland, Luke Wyatt, Ollie Joyce, Indie Minshall,

2nd Row: Michael Hawkins, Jordan Hika, Tyler Griffin, Keahi

Jackson Ward, Brent Smith (Teacher)

Read, Jacob Potts, Alec von Bultzingslowen Newington, Cordula

Front Row: Sophia Johnsson, Lauren Harris, Peyton Clode,

Taiwo (Teacher)

Summer Desmond, Agnès Anderson, Ella Mustard

Front Row: Jayda Davies, Ashley Moore, Maddie McCormack,

Absent: Kaleb Cairns, Reef Chaffey, Cean Korohina-Maude, Aisha

Pauline Beetz, Amelia Saotui, Jess Torrey, Larissa Simmonds

Scott, Kokoro Uehara

Absent: Melah Gore, Eden Hay, Sayu Kakiuchi, Azalea Keenan, Milly Simon

11GNA

11FRM Back Row: Paige Munro, Amber Corney, Willow Price, Jeongyun

Back Row: Joseph Camargo, Katie Page, Ciaran Saundry, Elliot

Kwak

Jamieson, Aj Finch

3rd Row: Niki Pretorius, Matthew Sewter, Cj Slattery, Jayden

3rd Row: David Smith, Michael Butts, Cole Cairns, Arryanne

Green, Ruahn Jagger, Dante Lusby, Caelan West

Reroma, Coby Read, Jasmine Griffiths

2nd Row: Riley Castles, Zach Pretorius, Acacio Martinez, Bradley

2nd Row: Leo Liu, Kauri Bowman, James Pattillo, Jude Chua,

Murray, Anne-ley Grobler, Tyler Kay, Frances McAdam (Teacher)

Samuel Waylen, Guntis Atvars (Teacher)

Front Row: Sophie Lane, Chloe Cameron, Lilly Shere, Tia Tane,

Front Row: Griya Sale, Caoimhe Conner, Ava Edwards, Bex

Rosie Hunt, Kayla Stewart, Lisa Hoggard

Spinley, Catarina Kingston, Ella Minshall

Absent: Zandru De Bruin, Shelby Pezelj, Levi Shepherd

Absent: Samuel Bishop, Jimmy Johnstone, Yoonjae Kim, Beka New, Sebastien Percy

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11JLS

11JTF

Back Row: Oscar Downard, Lincoln Hodge, Izzy Donnelly

Back Row: Luka Seffinga, Corbyn Patterson, Max Scott, Malachi

3rd Row: Sam Bettley, Jacob McGillan, Jackson Reinsfield,

Walker, Marjolein Steyn, Emilie Allan-Gemmell, Izaiah Mercer,

Blossom Hubbard, Becky Doets, Benjamin Hanrahan

Niall McDonagh

2nd Row: Nicholas Wilson, Dion Waddicor, Kyan Te Nana, Cole

2nd Row: Paxton Bryson, Reweti Kohere, Campbell Roberts, Kale

Maher, Felix Pearmain, Reuben Brewerton, Julie Secker (Teacher)

Brooking, Jesse Jenner, Lennon Hayward, Adam Sushames

Front Row: Jasdeep Deol, Citlali Keys Flores, Sam Wadsworth,

Front Row: Chloe McMillin, Rhea Courtenay, Micah Christie, Jack

Lachy Hambleton, Emily Finlay, Esmee Newland

Swift, Aj Hennessey, Gabi Bird, Seoyeong Jeon, Ava Burston

Absent: Serenity Barnett, Taylah Boyd, Charlotte McCauley,

Absent: Juanita Fahey (Teacher), Justin McMechan, Luca Pakes,

Miley Wreaks

Jayme Savill, Leila Wilson

11NCH

11NAM Back Row: Elia Speirs, Anna Hays, Connor Mewis, Chae Johnson

Back Row: Luca Morris, Chelsea Brown, Rose Brockelbank, Zen

3rd Row: Macey Sutherland, Louis Edgecombe, Karamveer Singh,

Miyanami, Kiara Sternberg

Jaymin Corn, Rico Whitewood, Adelle King, Sam Gooderham

3rd Row: Holly Walpole, Benji Wallis, Charlie Pritchard, Ryan

2nd Row: Matthew Reade, Ethan Kenworthy, Shaun Bradnock,

Adams, Jayden Dent, Olivia Antcliff

Alex Wallis, Ryder Drake, Jay Ceelen, Nuala McCulloch (Teacher)

2nd Row: William Battersby, Iro Angell, Ted Rimmer, Hannah

Front Row: Mattanja Kinley, Sophia Brown, Ruby Fox, Dilsher

Lines, Caleb Friar, Nicola Hawkes (Teacher)

Kaur, Pietra Robertson, Imogen Ford, Ember O'Donoghue

Front Row: Emearie Elliott-Warren, Anne Legaspi, Sam Goddard,

Absent: Rylee Brooker, Asta Coles, Danica Feek

Eva Koutsimanis, Jazz Ormsby, Maria Martins Absent: Adrian Grogan, Abby Keen, Jett Lett, Morgan Petzer, Gabrielle Stimpson, Hunter Swetman

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11PLP

11SLM

Back Row: Alena Sprunger, Qiqi Adams, Michelle Young, Reuben Bopf

Back Row: Tara Crowther-Cook, Amelia Peña-Stevens, Astyn

3rd Row: Tasha-Lee Whipp-Barlow, Jacob McSeveney, Daniel

Williams, Samara Irwin

Ferguson, Keagen Becker, Jasper Connor, Noah Muspratt,

3rd Row: Juhi Kansara, Jacob Foster, Kane Dao, Seadon White,

Hannah Brown

Izzy Peers, Luke Mahon, Charlee Walsh-Holmes

2nd Row: Saige McDonnell, Brooky Kenney, Kiaan Kairuz, Travis

2nd Row: Luca Sargent, Locklan Davenport, Luka Maaloga,

Playford, Cooper Goodhew, Seth Pike, Ellie Jones, Paula Purser

Manroop Rai, Simon Rieforth, Osman Keenan, Harry Mills, Sam

(Teacher)

Loudon (Teacher)

Front Row: Jami Astill, Xanthe Brosnan, Poppy Muir, Alyssa

Front Row: Sammy Irwin, Edyn Tukaki, Mia Proverbs, Rhiana

Dines, Shanae Pennell, Syrienne Gasapo, Mae Cunningham

Anderson, Paige Meikle, Caitlyn Johnston, Mia Picard

Absent: Bella Claydon, Florine Finkbeiner, Kimber Foot, Brandon

Absent: Luke Brewer, Jacob Kale, Hamish Ogilvy MacLean

Lightfoot, Laura Wallace

11WRM

11SNB Back Row: Finn Burgess, Max Halford, Yuvraj Keshwer, Paige

Back Row: Ethan Flowerday, Olivia Woods, Grace Spencer, Jess

Osborne

MacMurdo, Sasha Gill, Crystal Hanney

3rd Row: Edward Webb, Alexander Carratu, Noah Nicholson,

3rd Row: Tay Strydom, Lucia Lightfoot, Anania Woller, Andre

Bernardo Vilela Torres, Corben O'Riordan, Harrison Miles, Ryan

Chisnall, Simon Usseglio, Sean Dixon, Shaunav Kumar

Paxie

2nd Row: Justin Deetlefs, Jonty Smith, Arthur Crimmins, Jack

2nd Row: Shay Guise, Alex Ironside, San Lee, Matt Smith, Damian

Pettengill, Thom Jackett,

Mazzutti, Oliver Pearson, Toby Miedema, Susan Blakemore (Teacher) Front Row: Chelsea Turner, Chelsey Joubert, Chelsea Williamson, Charli Hollis, Harriet Spearman, Lize Terblanche, Isabella Burston Absent: Charlie Adams, Jennifer Elton, Izzy Iacono, Daisy Marshall, Chelsea Olesen

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12ASP

12ASW

Back Row: Asher West, Karma Parkes, Ruby Turner, Chloe

Back Row: Phillipa Hurt, Randell Pito, Michi Nakai, Malin

McGillan, Mia Bowles

Schacht, Billy Fraser

2nd Row: Luca Henderson, Riley Hennessy, Parker Lyons, Isaac

3rd Row: Miya Prescott, Finn O'Sullivan, Olivia Whiteside, Lochy

Loye, Loralei Feist, Joshua Fenn-Garrett, Jo Lilley, Ashika Prasad

Webb, Nrusingha Rath, Lidija Matic

(Teacher)

2nd Row: Harlem Matkovich-Piripi, Emily Keith, Harman Singh

Front Row: Madison Latto-Hansen, Rebecca Leonard, Jade

Kalsi, Blake Eden, Hunter Fowler-Oates, Jordan Taylor, Ashley

Honore, Sophie Thomson, Kaelyn Timms, Jaimie Elrick, Briahn

Woodford (Teacher)

Tuhura

Front Row: Melissa Phirun, Molly Boyd, Sophie Hooper, Sophie

Absent: Tuesday Brown, Amelie Harrison, Freddie Holden, Riley

Garrett, Megan Louw, Paige Hunter

Morgan, Kaia Reynolds

Absent: Indi Bussenschutt, Travis Knibbs, Siobhan McLeod, Sophie Read

12KDG

12BNQ Back Row: Rosa Sharp, Olivia Middleweek, Isaac Moore, Anae

Back Row: Dhruvi Patel, Georgie Miller, Layla Sutcliffe, Ethan

Garratt, Zoe Armit

Coe, Rachel Stevens, Caprice Smith

3rd Row: Kane Mowry, Caleb Griffiths-Knight, Tyson Buchanan,

2nd Row: Uzair Khan, Kaden MacDonald, Anahera Hawke,

Jayden Harvey, Cruz Stevenson, Blake McGowan-Canton

Finnlay Reed, Riley Boryer, Alena Cabemaiwai, Alrich Steer

2nd Row: Matthew Carter, Oliver Wilson, Niklas Boehm, Felix von (Teacher) Brause, Johnny Hesketh, Bernice Quartermain (Teacher)

Front Row: Tiana Guy, Shiloh Pieters, Alexia Thomas, Isabella

Front Row: Miranda Tran, Estee Taylor, Ella Wilson, Caley

Stenhouse, Larissa Rowe, Zainab Harmine

Angell, Simarjot Natt, Keira Mewis

Absent: Rocco Huxtable, Joseph Marjoribanks, Katie Muspratt,

Absent: Hunter Bumby, Ava Butterworth, Hayley De Bruin,

Cait Perry

Jackson MacKinnon, Reco Quaife

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12DVC

12KTB

Back Row: Shelby Adlington, Emily Potter, Nicole Vlok

Back Row: Isabella O'Reilly, Marni Stowe, Lyric Angell

3rd Row: Shinate Haynes, Izzy Adams, Liliana Smith, Tasmin

3rd Row: Makenzie Kamo, Ajah Wilson, Ava Wills, Leni-Philea

Jacka, Sophie Rutherford, Layla Crump

Danzl, Reuben Roberts, Stevee Knox

2nd Row: Isaac Allan, Tara Hensberg, Taylan Still, Conrad

2nd Row: Manaia Tata, Marcus Harman, Mikaere Wilson, Kaylis

McIntyre, Jacob Keen, Poppy King, David Collis (Teacher)

Ngawharau, Devlin Langton, Kahu Gates, Kathryn Brewer

Front Row: Charlotte Oehm, Stella Carmignani, Zoe Quarmby,

(Teacher)

Brianna Dempster, Tessa Taylor, Kelly Chen

Front Row: Hunter-Lee Cooney, Faith Harris, Maia Solomona,

Absent: Piper Emery, Hannah Mason, Miah Smith, Bradley

Nadia Gates, Sammy Berwick, Hinetuahiahi Attwood

Wiessing

Absent: Pania Attwood, Izzy Church, Jesse Joss, Lykin Kaimoana, John Marwick, Tai

12MKT

12MCR Back Row: Holly O'Loan, Kaena John, Mya McKerrow, Mackenna

Back Row: Daniel Brown, Blake Stevenson, Gian Asi, Fynn

Ellis

O'Connell, Lizzi Dixon-Graham

Front Row: Charlotte Maguire, Deelai Brown, Leitisha Herk, Clara 2nd Row: Christian Timms, Benjamin Paratene, Rj Jacobsen, Sam Kiikoro Haurua, Portia Williams

Dominikovich, Oleh Kostiuk, Mark Thomas (Teacher), Elia Friis

Absent: Michael Rayner (Teacher), Dominic Absalom, Dominik

Front Row: Rylee Bell, Carter Waters, Jose Berger Pinto, Elliot

Bennett, Zoe Cadosch, Milla Campbell, Ava de Ridder, Michael

Watts, Saicy Muldong

Espiritu, Anton Pennell, Anveer Singh, Bree Torr, Inge Van Wyk

Absent: Joao Biagioni Machado, Poppy-Flores Cowman, Seokho Kang, Legend Kingi, Layla MacKenzie, Dee Elle Mackie, Kya Presland, Carla Schumacher, Sasha Tumai

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12NCW

12PTG

Back Row: Seara Miura, Desire Te Huia, Ocean Keshwer

Back Row: Aja Samuela, Jack Ouwejan, Nadia Bills, Sean Kuba,

3rd Row: Renee Gledhill, Ava Stocks, Michael Williams, Flynn

Jacob Vivas

Chapman-Taylor, Emily Parkes, Brooke Jeffery

2nd Row: Jack Halford, Khan Grant, Tai Rimmer, Marlowe

2nd Row: Lachlan Shefferd, Liam Smythe, Cameron Stewart,

Thwaites, Louis Cairns, Peter Grant (Teacher)

Jayden Reynolds, Brook Campbell, Nicola Wolken (Teacher)

Front Row: Sophie Patrickson, Charlie Cole, Morgan-Mae Hodson,

Front Row: Lillie Allen, Alice Gardner, Savannah Ireland, Maia

Clara Choi, Aaliyah Murphy

Rout, Aleisha Reece, Hannah Fidler

Absent: Anna Marinello, Jack Pearce, Emilie-Mae Seffinga, Jubae

Absent: Lucy King, Chloe Lee, Jacob Lewis, Reilly McDermid,

Taruia

Thomas O'Sullivan, James Richardson, Finja Wotzlaw

12KNH

12LSS

Back Row: Felix Ford, Bebe Campbell, Connor Rowan, Cecilia Toss Back Row: Bridie Rickey, Tony Tan, Neve Barnard, Dante Currin,

Chitto, Tom Van de Pol

Ava Harsant-Brown, Lucy Mohi

2nd Row: Annabel McLean, Jared Whaanga, Lucas Thompson,

3rd Row: Kaia Needham, Sierra Dresner, Neeve Wilson, Essence

Hayden Lines, Richie Perry, Kaine Hansen (Teacher), Ava Bastin

Soper, Sofia Bostock, Kaylee Cattley, Chelsea Fitt

Front Row: Alliya Buchanan, Ella Griffin, Sami Wiles, Stevie

2nd Row: Cai Evans, Rhyz Langdon, Liam Taylor, Luca Mockford, Newton, Lucie Locke Ayden Gilbert, Ruby Exelby, Lisa Sushames (Teacher)

Absent: Tatum Connal, Grace Duncan, Marshall Flint, Paul Lee,

Front Row: Kotone Ogawa, Maia Greaves, Hollie Murray, Mya

Ivy Liu, Keanu Tarawa, Tristan Tarawa, Jonte Wagner

McLachlan, Ocean Forward McGregor, Shaylah Kurth, Cam Slako Absent: Zahrea Barkes, Jamie Hesmondhalgh

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12SNC

12STE Back Row: Ella Oehm, Chloe Wallsgrove, Eddie Couston, Sahara

Back Row: Oliver Frost, Lucia Kimi, Gen Kennerley

Kirkham, Isabella De Maudave Bestel

3rd Row: Mordecai Simeona, Ethan Bramley, Noah Douglas, Jake

2nd Row: Liam Stewart, Dominic Clarke, Adam McKay, Harry

Inggs, Matthew Groves, Paige Martley

Yoo, Steven Enefer (Teacher)

2nd Row: Ben Kerr, Olle Hancock, Whataati Martin-Tangitu,

Front Row: Valerie Bell, Eden Jeffery, Nina Snyman, Katie Legae,

Noah Evans-McLeod, Lewis McGrath, Seong Chang (Teacher)

Millie Beech

Front Row: Victoria Geck, Simone Coldrick, Maddy Howell, Kaela

Absent: Rihanna Lewis, Olivia Parkes

Kolesky, Erin Wyllie, Rhea Lal Absent: Madison Cooper

12TMC

12SZK Back Row: Makenzie Owen, Sequoia Trass, Neve Fitzgerald,

Back Row: Brooke Doherty, Ethan Cleave, Lukas Taylor, Caitlin

Lyla Britton, Amaya Shipton, Clara-Ann Hapuku-Te Nahu

Beets, Quinn Miller

2nd Row: Noah Gillam, Sophie Vanderpoel, Mia Aitken-

2nd Row: Macgregor Crockford, Elle Jervis, Titus Von Arnim, Nico

Schofield, Tyler Sainty, Lucas Conroy, Jersie Ottaway, Suzanne

Bidois, Loukas Rainger, Jensen Arundel

Kirk (Teacher)

Front Row: Hayley Adams, Venah Sok, Caitlin Gow, Tara Barnes,

Front Row: Hunter Sygrove, Irish Cabalfin, Christiana Firth,

Terryn Lee, Asha Reid, Cat Jones

Hana Henderson, Amariaj Miguel, Freddie Finch

Absent: Tom Collier (Teacher), Gabriel Dornellas Camara Leitao,

Absent: Starlia Marsh

Sophie Heyward, Bradley Jenner, Hunter Prime, Eduardo Sarraff Lopes

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12SHC Back Row: Charlotte Reid, Amber Beattie, Bri Greig-Merrett 3rd Row: Jada-Kaye Gallagher Harrison, Trent Walker, Abby Miller, Holly Fitzgerald, Charlie Murray, Sahib Singh 2nd Row: Ryan Coombe, Andres Bejarano Valdazo, Seb Newman, Connor Grobler, Chaz Stensness, Sherie Curry (Teacher) Front Row: Jaydene De Roles, Taylor Patton, Daniella Johnston, Jamie-Lee Hayson, Anika Mitchinson, Isabella Chaney Absent: Dayna Bennett, Kerr Campbell, Quinn Cave, Mackenzie Grant, Rachael Jury, Jj McGibbon, Troy Turner

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13CHJ

13CRN

Back Row: Daisy Saunders, Taylor Miller-Herewini, Giulia

Back Row: Danielle Severinsen, Riley Clode, Sophie Matthews

Morandi

3rd Row: Seth Rex, Joshua Brown, Lucy Penellum, Elsa Alexander,

3rd Row: Emilia Braun, Lucy Couston, Levi Ormsby, Ryan Logan,

Erin Walpole, Kayden Shanks

Hayley Potts, Carlé Steyn

2nd Row: Paige Peters, Isaac Lawrence, Benjamin Wheatley,

2nd Row: Toby Childs, Brodie Hiku, Zac McLeod, Reuben

Charlie Ironside, Hamish McCauley, Ryan King, Carolyn Norquay

Lightfoot, Leslie Ryland, Cheryl Jensen (Teacher)

(Teacher), Teia Peddle

Front Row: Charlotte Mobus, Zoe Brockelbank, Neele Teichert,

Front Row: Samantha Doets, Ashley Bell, Ariadna Martinez, Tiani

Elsje Pretorius, Isabella King, Paula Pflugfelder

Rae, Abby King, Alex Rawlinson

Absent: Keanu Bigaignon, Finn Elliott-Lowe, Christian Hays,

Absent: Logan Castles, Keira Chantler, Charlie Hinde,

Courtney Kidd, Hunter Murray, Lucy Rutland, Eden Wyatt

Friedemann Motte, Dylan Pasco, Charlotte Simpson

13ELR

13DNW Back Row: Taelah Brewer, Hannah Cabaguing, Skyla Still

Back Row: Eden Cornwell, Joshua Joubert, Hanya Hennessey

3rd Row: Jamie Murphy, Abby Duncan, Tay Collinson, Riki

3rd Row: Briar Blennerhassett, Dj O'Donnell, Alex Reade, Sam

Roelofs, Zara Wright, Thomas Rollan

Lambert, William Ozanne, Flloyd Robinson

2nd Row: Jamie Venman, Zac Baveystock, Jonathon Rogers-Hibell,

2nd Row: Antonio Matofa, Tomas Clark, Zavier Wichman, George

Fletcher Gillard, Abhay Singh, Troy Adams, Deon Wessels

Collis, Jayden Moore, Ellen Rombouts (Teacher)

(Teacher)

Front Row: Amelie Hoskin, Julia Domingues Pimentel, Ella McIvor,

Front Row: Charlotte Willacy, Marissa Barber, Akshita Saxena,

Jamie Hood, Minette Whitehead, Chelsea Johanson

Clara Rocha, Shayla White, Luiza Varella Jamnik

Absent: Jack Attwood, Holly Bisset-Larsen, Olivia Botha,

Absent: Ethan Balderston, Skyla Dix, Alexander Hall, Ava

Charlotte Coe, Ava Elton, Ben Foster, Chloe Hunt, Oscar

McMechan, Angelo Muldong, Walter O'Connor, Jacob Sugrue

Maybury, Tanieka Ratana, Mitchell Shannon, Sebastian von Brause

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13JSB

13KMS

Back Row: Katie Phelan, Charles Anderson, Wesley Newland,

Back Row: Ace McCluskie, Joshua Breite, Matty Poff, Zane

Michael Griffits, Charlie Minshall, Gabriel Espiritu

Adams, Resh Abangan

2nd Row: Liam Orrick, Brayden Collins, Angus Colquhoun, Ollie

3rd Row: Arvin Helsig, Flynn Wilson, Kobe McFarlane, Fletcher

Simonsen, William Scott, Joshua Buxton (Teacher)

Harbutt, Lucas Porthun, Kiefer Bland

Front Row: Emily Aldridge, Lily Ruebe-Haig, Alexis Cory, Beatrice

2nd Row: Badi Hancock, Cameron Davitt, Jackson Cottam, Khai

Proverbs, Legrandt Obiay, David Choi

Brooks, Nathan Murray, Kimberley Schumacher (Teacher)

Absent: Aljena Bockamp, Charlie Goodhue, Anahi Hartert, Amelia

Front Row: Rebecca Parkes, Kara Blackstock, Ali Pask, Emily

Nicholas, Kobi Notman, Janis Reeg, Lexey Walker, Natalie

McKay, Hannah Dunn, Poppy Fowler

Watkins

Absent: Blake Fisher, Jacob Hall, Hyeonseo Kwak, Kaitlyn Napier, Grayson Numa, Alyssa Toomer

13LMN

13KRL Back Row: Sarah Best, Gaia Bowers, Joana Glimm, Marcus Lee,

Back Row: Janneke Bremer, Tess Matecki, Taska Kemp-Green, Tj

Aela Willoughby

Kaur, Kyra Batten

3rd Row: Akashdeep Singh, Haylee Hextall, Mitchell Butts, Emma

2nd Row: Desiree Lewis, Dylan Stratford, Paiana Smith, Jake

Searle, Carmen Green, Amelia Edgecombe

Sykes, Thomas Wigley, Hughstyn Tate

2nd Row: Gregor Von Meer, Toby Currin, Luiza Baumert, Tane

Front Row: Manaia Kururangi, Te-Rahi Kaata, Matewhakarau

Ririnui, Tomas Andrew, Olivia Hays, Kristy Lance (Teacher)

Whitewood, Emily Bibi, Oshiana Cooper

Front Row: Micah Dela Rosa, Annabel Bremner, Chaeli Campbell,

Absent: Lana Moore (Teacher), Reese Kerehoma, Tristan

Sophie Hock, Yana Osilla, Angel Cutaran

Whiteland

Absent: Harrison Dent, Katie Kennerley, Robyn Mc Clure, Brea Miller, Olivia Thomson, Caitlin Wain

13MRS

13TNG

Back Row: Brie Brietler, Paige Kerr, Havana Guzzo, Rosanna

Back Row: Dani Brewerton, Maddy Parker, Ariel Hoebers, Ocean

Kember, Stevie Allison

Mangat, Harleen Bains, Amelia Shorter

2nd Row: Isaiah Dougherty, Samuel Kleymann, Micah Stoodley,

3rd Row: Ocean Delves, Vinny Rimmer, Anton Brewerton, Peer

Sam Shea, Mackenzie Quan, Jack Farrell, Sam Lake, Mark

Czorny, William Dunn, Hamish Boyt, Jack Evans

Simpson (Teacher)

2nd Row: Deirdre McFie (Teacher Aide), Jake Milne, Rhys

Front Row: Enika Daisley, Lucy Dibble, Lily Frieswyk, Klarion

Tinnion, Felix Brand, Jade Ronaki-Kissling, Ash Larsen, Anna

Janes, Maddy Jolly, Amy Benfell, Aroha Mita

Mansurova, Johanna Siegel, Tony Gadsbey (Teacher)

Absent: Egor Alekseev, Britney Austin, Campbell Downing, Nicole

Front Row: Gurleen Kaur, Mackenzie Lock, Sharon Liu, Lillia

Faleiro, Abbie Francis, Riley Hambleton, Matthew Ryder

Blair, Anthea Narayan, Jaz Howan, Kayla Bonner Absent: Rhys Manning, Charlotte Mitchell, Jack Page, Danielle Rose

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Special Needs Department

Poutama

International Students

Back Row: Deonne Johnstone (Teacher Aide), Cleo Bentley,

Back Row: Chaehyun Shin, Shuto Fukui, Finja Wotzlaw, Neele

Georgia Macniven, Phoebe Macniven, Freddie Finch, Bella

Teichert, Leni-Philea Danzl, Cecilia Toss Chitto, Joana Glimm,

Claydon

Back Row: Whaea Stevie-Jane Mutu (Kaiako), Devlin Langton, MarcusJeon, Harman Chanseo James Park, Charlotte Mobus

8th Row: Arden Carter (Kaiako), Kahu Gates, Hikairo Solomon, Kaylis Ngawharau, Nate Ratana, Sjaequarn

3rd Row: Vanessa Henderson-Jones (Teacher Aide), Emily Cong,

4th Row: Gabriel Dornellas Camara Leitao, Jun Lee, Eduardo

Lykin Kaimoana, Ocean Delves, Brayden Collins, Rico Whitewood,

Sarraff Lopes, Peer Czorny, Lucas Porthun, Yoonjae Kim, Bobo

Georgina Farrell, Joe Burgess, Mel Gregory (Teacher Aide)

Yuan, Joao Biagioni Machado, Seokho Kang

2nd Row: Caly Pillay (Head of Department), Deirdre McFie

3rd Row: Liz Anderson (Office Manager), Carla Schumacher,

(Teacher Aide), Clara-Ann Hapuku-Te Nahu, Katie Phelan, Louis

Naoki Karatsu, Simon Rieforth, Felix Brand, Niklas Boehm, Titus

Bartlett, Ares Rameka, Lexi Time, Sahara Mackay

7th Row: Jo'el Komene (Kaitiaki-Deputy Principal), Ajah Wilson, Taska Kemp-Green, Kallagher Puke, Mackay

Bennett, Harlan Reid, Delamare Langton, Jerry Kissling, Tama Pearson, Kymani Tawa, Levi Retimana, Jake Sykes, Messiah Tiopira, Wahiawa Andres Korewha, Francella Nafoi-Seumalo, Maramena Ballantyne (Kaiako)

6th Row: Kyra Batten, Jauntae Close, Rongomai Angell-Kennedy, Jayden Nielsen-Dbbagh, Fern Freeland-Smith,

Von Arnim, Johanna Siegel, Jonte Wagner, Anna Marinello Edgecombe, Takara Isaac Lawrence, Jack Evans, Hunter Sygrove, Kirsty Smith, Marley Anaru Clark, Riwhi Kenney, Ava Wright, Leni-Philea Danzl, Heaven-Lee Palmer-Smith, James Henricks (Teacher Adam TysonMark (Teacher Aide)(Kaiako) Shores,Aide), Maonga Harrison, Lunjevich

2nd Row: Andrea Notman (Homestay Manager), Clara Choi, Seara

Miura, Sharon Giulia Morandi, Jennifer Lee, Sinbi Ha, Sayu Front Row: Sarah Aldridge Aide), KaylaSuzie Bonner, 5th Row: Johnny(Teacher Filipo, Tess Matecki, Heke, Shadow Jack-Kino, Isaac Liu, McKerrow, Calai Johnstone Ruthe, Kakiuchi,Te-Rahi Ivy Liu,Kaata, Kotone Ogawa, Kamo, Mana Joc Urushihara, Charlotte Lander, Teia Peddle,Dartagnan Piper Harvey, Xavier Louwies, Ngakau Redshaw, Witeri, Manaia Reid, Maia Solomona, Makenzie McCrearyVictoria Boyd Raffi Cimadom, Andy Bidois, Charrissa Gaskell (Teacher) (Kaiako)

(Teacher Aide), Reika Sato

Front Bremer, Row: Paula Pflugfelder, Miranda Tran, Bremer, Absent: Donna (Teacher Aide), Cindy MattsonKatie (Teacher 4thBrown Row: Leah Maaloga, Karah Pikimaui, Rawson, Janneke Matewhakarau Whitewood, Emily Janneke Bibi, Luella FaithAide), Harris, Justus Turner, Tj Kaur, Marni Mareroa, Mason, Jizelle Masoe, Kokoro Uehara, EmiliaDellas Braun, Aide), Debbie NgataBaillie, (Teacher Tracy Parker Florine Sophia Finkbeiner, Malin Schacht, (Teacher), Nate Stowe, (Kaiako-Assistant Principal) Whitewood Autumn Taingahue, Lykin Kaimoana, Manaia Kururangi, Ashleigh Airi Ito,Lack Chaeeun Lee, Mioh Azuma

Absent: Hayley Russell (Director), Aljena Bockamp, Zoe Cadosch,

3rd Row: Awhiora Keelan-Lawson, Nemesia Bush-Ram, Myana Ty Davies, Savage, Waimana MJGrant, Cha, David Choi,Pascalle Leo Choi, Tillman Dilger, Climo, Julia Domingues Hemi Falwasser-Kipa, Evelyn Bennett, Pania Attwood, Hinetuahiahi Attwood, Genevieve Pearson, Isaac Heke-

Pimentel, Anahi Hartert, Arvin Helsig, Seoyeong Jeon, Dogyeom

kaiawha, Rebecca-Marley Smith, Bella White, Jaime Rivers, Layla Tuck, Calleigh Wathey-Boot, Lana Moore (Kaiako)

Kim, Chloe Lee, Friedemann Motte, Janis Reeg, Gregor Von Meer, Ria Yoo, Rocio Serrati (HOD ESOL), Mariana Saraiva Malheiros

2nd Row: Maria Veronese (Kaiako), Bailee Rea, Esther Cabemaiwai, Reika Sato, Reese Kerehoma, Izaiah Martin,

(ESOL Teacher)

Lucius Rangitakatu, Sariah Gilfedder, Lauren Temara, Glint Asi, Addison Davies, Lushy Johnstone Ruthe, Mana Urushihara, Cheyanne Ronaki-Kissling, Amelia Henderson, Khloe Hepi Front Row: Kiwa Andrews (Kaiako), Lyric Angell, Manaia Tata, Desiree Lewis, Nadia Gates, Hughstyn Tate, CaylahMarie Tapara, Paiana Smith, Stevee Knox, Thomas Wigley, Hunter-Lee Cooney, Tai Matika, Parepaora FalwasserKipa, Mikaere Wilson, Rereahu Tamaki-Maguire (Kaiāwhina) Absent: Sammy Berwick, Max Collins, Izzy Church, Draco Currin, Caylius Heke-Rahiri, Milan Low, John Marwick, Ihaka Moeke Schou-Ake, Isabella O'Reilly, Duke Pikimaui, Sienna Ponton, Tawhirirangi Porter, Reuben Roberts, Ari Miru-Saunders, Ava Wills

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Poutama Back Row: Whaea Stevie-Jane Mutu (Kaiako), Devlin Langton, Marcus Harman 8th Row: Arden Carter (Kaiako), Kahu Gates, Hikairo Solomon, Kaylis Ngawharau, Nate Ratana, Sjaequarn Bartlett, Ares Rameka, Lexi Time, Sahara Mackay 7th Row: Jo'el Komene (Kaitiaki-Deputy Principal), Ajah Wilson, Taska Kemp-Green, Kallagher Puke, Mackay Bennett, Harlan Reid, Delamare Langton, Jerry Kissling, Tama Pearson, Kymani Tawa, Levi Retimana, Jake Sykes, Messiah Tiopira, Wahiawa Andres Korewha, Francella Nafoi-Seumalo, Maramena Ballantyne (Kaiako) 6th Row: Kyra Batten, Jauntae Close, Rongomai Angell-Kennedy, Jayden Nielsen-Dbbagh, Fern FreelandSmith, Takara Smith, Marley Anaru Clark, Riwhi Kenney, Ava Wright, Leni-Philea Danzl, Heaven-Lee PalmerSmith, James Shores, Maonga Harrison, Mark Lunjevich (Kaiako) 5th Row: Johnny Filipo, Tess Matecki, Suzie Heke, Shadow Jack-Kino, Isaac McKerrow, Calai Johnstone Ruthe, Ngakau Redshaw, Dartagnan Witeri, Manaia Reid, Maia Solomona, Te-Rahi Kaata, Makenzie Kamo, Joc McCreary (Kaiako) 4th Row: Leah Maaloga, Karah Pikimaui, Katie Rawson, Janneke Bremer, Matewhakarau Whitewood, Emily Bibi, Luella Baillie, Faith Harris, Justus Turner, Tj Kaur, Marni Stowe, Dellas Mareroa, Sophia Mason, Jizelle Masoe, Autumn Taingahue, Lykin Kaimoana, Manaia Kururangi, Ashleigh Lack (Kaiako-Assistant Principal) 3rd Row: Awhiora Keelan-Lawson, Nemesia Bush-Ram, Myana Grant, Ty Davies, Pascalle Savage, Waimana Climo, Hemi Falwasser-Kipa, Evelyn Bennett, Pania Attwood, Hinetuahiahi Attwood, Genevieve Pearson, Isaac Heke-kaiawha, Rebecca-Marley Smith, Bella White, Jaime Rivers, Layla Tuck, Calleigh Wathey-Boot, Lana Moore (Kaiako) 2nd Row: Maria Veronese (Kaiako), Bailee Rea, Esther Cabemaiwai, Reika Sato, Reese Kerehoma, Izaiah Martin, Lucius Rangitakatu, Sariah Gilfedder, Lauren Temara, Glint Asi, Addison Davies, Lushy Johnstone Ruthe, Mana Urushihara, Cheyanne Ronaki-Kissling, Amelia Henderson, Khloe Hepi Front Row: Kiwa Andrews (Kaiako), Lyric Angell, Manaia Tata, Desiree Lewis, Nadia Gates, Hughstyn Tate, Caylah-Marie Tapara, Paiana Smith, Stevee Knox, Thomas Wigley, Hunter-Lee Cooney, Tai Matika, Parepaora Falwasser-Kipa, Mikaere Wilson, Rereahu Tamaki-Maguire (Kaiāwhina) Absent: Sammy Berwick, Max Collins, Izzy Church, Draco Currin, Caylius Heke-Rahiri, Milan Low, John Marwick, Ihaka Moeke Schou-Ake, Isabella O'Reilly, Duke Pikimaui, Sienna Ponton, Tawhirirangi Porter, Reuben Roberts, Ari Miru-Saunders, Ava Wills

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2024 Ōtūmoetai College Staff Back Row: Mark Simpson, David Peek, Andrea Ward, Jim Allan, Asokan Sadayan, Seong Chang, Sam Loudon, Eleanor Clark, Frances McAdam, Ben Radford, Cheryl Jensen, Kristy Lance, Maramena Ballantyne, Tamson Kaiawe 5th Row: Simon Quin, Kim Whyte, Kaine Hansen, Andrew Rapley, Suzanne Kirk, Joc McCreary, Guntis Atvars, Warren Mahy, Ashley Woodford, Julie Secker, Avon Willis, Carolyn Norquay, Sally Price, Simon Sheppard, Brent Smith, Will Whaley 4th Row: Monique Geraghty, Stevie-Jane Mutu, Alrich Steer, Phillip Newton, Mary-Ann Braddock, Mark Williams, Nicola King, Eloise Stephen, Sanet Bircham, Maree Cotter, Bernice Quartermain, Stephanie Townsend, Tom Collier, Jessie Fauntleroy, Andrea Broatch, Alesha Ridealgh, Tapene Mika 3rd Row: Megan Fritsch, Kathryn Brewer, Nathan Farey, David Williams, Nuala McCulloch, Michelle Orchard, Ashleigh Young, Martenette Strauss, Chris Roe, Stephen Binns, Steven Enefer, Steven Gilvear, Mark Aldcroft, Mark Thomas, Cordula Taiwo, Arden Carter 2nd Row: Joshua Buxton, Jason McNamara, Ashika Prasad, Jeanette Meza, Nikayla Bradley, Lisa Weaver, Viv Couch, Jane Harnett, Mandy Rowe, Lisa Sushames, Margrit Rohs, Vicky Jeffares, Abby Watson, Emma Smith, Claire Galloway, Geoff Roberts, David Collis, Vaughan Smith Front Row: Stacey Shefferd, David Henderson, Paula Purser, Neil McDermid, Nick Page, Jo'el Komene (Kaitiaki-Deputy Principal), Dave Cleland (Deputy Principal), Ashleigh Lack (Assistant Principal), Phillipa Woodward (Deputy Principal), Russell Gordon (Principal), Jane Townsend (Deputy Principal), Richard Brown (Assistant Principal), Holly Wilson, Kevin Meyer, David Shefferd, Maria Veronese, Lauren May, Rocio Serrati, Claire Lander Absent: Sarah Aldridge, Elizabeth Anderson, Roy Anderson, Kiwa Andrews, Anita Bax, Laura Blair, Shane Blake, Susan Blakemore, Matt Bodman, Melinda Botha, Victoria Boyd, Adam Braddock, Andrew Brown, Donna Brown, Patty Carlson, Adrienne Carter, Sherie Curry, Tracy Darkes, Jamie Davis, Sharon Dewhurst, Raewyn Douglas, Retta Dunn, Carolyn Dwight, Shane Dwight, Kristy Edhouse, Juanita Fahey, Tony Gadsbey, Charrissa Gaskell, Vanessa Gibb, Emmeline Godfery, Craig Grant, Peter Grant, Wayne Graves, Hannah Gray, Mel Gregory, David Hadcroft, Janice Hardy, Jessica Harnett, Carolyn Harrowfield, Nicola Hawkes, Vanessa Hays, Lorena Hemingway, Emma Henderson, Vanessa Henderson-Jones, Kirsty Henricks, Raewyn Higgins, Corisha Hitchcock, Sarah Holford, Sarah Hudspith, Gary Irvine, Leigh Johnston, Deonne Johnstone, David Kenworthy, Paul Kirstein, Annemarie Kotze, Brent Laraman, Ros Lee, Nino Leonardo, Cindi Lett, Hannah Light, Gwen Livingston, Margot Longley, Mark Lunjevich, Douglas Lyra, Joe MacPherson, Christine Matheson, Cindy Mattson, Debbie McBride, Christine McClymont, Deirdre McFie, Kelly McNamara, Penny McPhail, Lana Moore, Debbie Ngata, Andrea Notman, Pip Palmer, Tracy Parker, Marisol Pengelly, Caly Pillay, Dennis Playford, Karen Raikes, Peter Rainford, Michael Rayner, Lesley Redward, Lara Richardson, Ian Ridgway, Andy Roberts, Ellen Rombouts, Hayley Russell, Rachael Rutherford, Mariana Saraiva Malheiros, Chanchal Saraswat, Kimberley Schumacher, Brianalycia Smith, Neroli Sole, Julie Sutton, Rereahu Tamaki-Maguire, Mary Tatley, Martin Turner, Adam Tyson, Kate Vaaulu, Harriet Walker, Ian Watson, Emma Webb, Deon Wessels, Andrew Whyte, Lisa Williams, Leo Wilson, Nicola Wolken, Jelena Zdravkovic

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Retirements - Raewyn Douglas Raewyn has passionately dedicated over 45 years to supporting our youth. Before coming to Tauranga, Raewyn taught in Masterston at Makoura College and Solway College. Here she taught science, technology and math. In between schools here in New Zealand, she did a London OE teaching abroad. On her return she met and married Trevor, an ex All Black and had her son Jamie. Raewyn also raised her nephew, Chase. She spent two years as Acting Deputy Principal at Solway College before moving into the Special Education Service. Raewyn then retrained as an Educational Psychologist while working in the Severe Behaviour initiative.

Her work included being a Guest lecturer at the Ed Psych Course, at Teacher College Courses in the Wairarapa, and for Social Work Students.

In 2011 Raewyn came to Tauranga to her mother Joan’s iwi, Ngāti Pūkenga. Her guidance, genuine kindness, care for students, and her ability to find a solution for every situation made her stand out as an educator.

Raewyn was a phenomenal teacher to many in the field of severe behaviour. Raewyn’s gentle and calm approach, and her ability to see beyond the behaviour was always inspiring. This approach has remained in place to this day. Raewyn puts 25 hours into a 24 hour day to ensure that every young person she works with has a chance of success.

When Joan’s health deteriorated, Raewyn moved from MOE to the RTLB service so she could dedicate more time to her mother. Once again we got lucky and Raewyn became our liaison RTLB. During her time as an RTLB she worked in Welcome Bay and with her Marae Te Whetū o Te Rangi, and was involved in the Te Mana Tikitiki Positive Behaviour for Learning initiative. She continues supporting this programme to this day.

In 2020, Raewyn secured one of the 4 LSC positions we were allocated. It’s been an incredible experience to work alongside Raewyn. Raewyn has embedded a culture of care and high expectations; she has worked alongside many students and whānau who have not always found the educational journey easy and instilled trust and aroha in the process. It’s difficult to put into words what Raewyn represents. She is authentic, resilient, compassionate, optimistic, and intelligent. It doesn’t stop there however, she also openly shares her knowledge and wisdom, and is always giving back to students, whānau, community . Above all, Raewyn is an inspiration to us all. Raewyn always aligns her values with her actions and genuinely cares for people. It’s been a privilege to work alongside Raewyn.

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Retirements - Sharon Dewhurst Sharon began as a member of the LNCN support staff in 2004 after having worked for aterm in the library in 2023.

She had been a volunteer at school for many years prior.

Sharon attended Tauranga Girls’ College where she met an ex Ōtūmoetai College boy called Graham, married him and together they raised their four children: Michael, Kathryn, Katrina and Sarah. Sharon worked alongside Graham in their business and was actively involved with the College PTA from when her son Michael started to after Sarah finished school.

For the last 15 years, Sharon has been the anchor that has held the learning centre steady. She has held many roles above and beyond her position. Sharon has been the chief organiser of Special Assessment Conditions at the college.

She has spent many years completing the NZQA paperwork, organising reader/writers for both NZQA exams, and all school exams, senior and junior. Sharon has administered the CAM testing and PAT testing, regularly connects with the students about their needs and has spent many hours supporting them with assessments. At one point Sharon could have been mistaken for the principal’s nominee during exams as she was also in charge of collating the results for derived grades. This was in the days when you had to work out the students above and below and generate a grade from that, so not as simple as opening your computer and writing down a result.

Sharon took minutes for HOD meetings. She shared her time one day a week working in the library.

Sharon has overseen the students dual enrolled with Te Kura, she has been the first point of contact for our Northern Health School, RTLB , BLENNZ and Deaf education teachers when they arrive to visit their students, she’s even been known to be involved in an ILP or two! Sharon has consoled students, been the reader and writer for hundreds of students and done so much more..

There have been so many times over the past 15 years where we have sought her advice, and where her no nonsense approach has been valued and her willingness to always have time to listen has been greatly appreciated. This retirement plan has been in the wings for 5 years, it is well deserved but is also technically a 3.5 term retirement as I’m sure that we will be calling on her come NZQA exams in 2025!

Sharon, enjoy the travel, the grandchildren and all the extra time for reading. We know we will be seeing you around here occasionally and we can’t wait! Thank you for everything you have done for the school, the students and for us all. It’s not going to be the same without you!

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Retirements - Janice Hardy If you’ve ever been injured at school, needed a panadol for a pesky headache, had to go home sick or had a tough day and needed some time out; you’ve probably come across our wonderful first aider Janice.

Janice joined us in 2018, and brought a world of experience from ambulances to working in another school. But best of all, Janice was the greatest at being a mum. Janice has been the glue that has held our Wellness Centre together!

As you leave Ōtūmoetai College Janice, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your unwavering kindness, empathy, and integrity as our first aider.

We will miss your positivity, your ability to never be phased and your delicious baking!!!

Although Janice is officially retiring, she actually leaves to live her dream and take up the much coveted part time role of grandma extraordinaire.

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Student

Activities

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YEAR 2024

MATARIKI ART COMPETITION

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MARKET DAY 44

The Year 10 and Year 11 market days are always a highlight on Ōtūmoetai College’s school calendar. Students and teachers were treated to delicious burgers, nachos, brownies, fudge, and cupcakes to name but a few products.

The great thing about market day is students get the opportunity to use their entrepreneurial skills to plan, produce, market and sell their products on the school’s market day.

Following the market day, students calculate their profits and write a reflection on their successes and failures.

ROBOTICS The

Ōtūmoetai

College

Robotics

Club is a great place for real-life fun applications of STEM learning.

Members

design,

build,

and

program robots to perform tasks in competition against teams around the world. A great thing to observe!

We have a fully diverse club with members

this

year

ranging

from

Year 9 to 13 students and coming from

all

including

parts New

of

the

Zealand,

world

Canada,

China, Korea, South A frica and the USA.

The

club's

numbers

have

grown again to 34, including 10 girls.

This

year

we

had

8

teams

that

created their robots and competed at

scrimmages

held

mostly

in

Auckland. We also rather excitingly held our first competition here at the college in the PAC (with unique stage lighting included). The event was very popular with teams across the country asking for more to be held here in the future.

The 2023/24 season, which ended in April, was hugely successful as our senior

team

qualified

at

the

national tournament and competed at the World Championships in the USA. Teams are currently getting ready for nationals at the beginning of 2025 and we will be open for new enrolments at the start of term 2 so keep your eyes peeled for that.

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STARS & PROJECT K 46

Ōtūmoetai College’s Year 13 student Akshita Saxena received national recognition by winning the Graeme Dingle Foundation’s National Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution as a Peer Mentor in the Stars Programme this year. This is an exceptional achievement, especially given that there were over 300 nominees nationwide. We are very proud of her success.

The 2024 Stars Peer Mentor team has been truly exceptional! They’ve gone above and beyond to help Year 9 students settle into college life and have been readily available whenever support was needed. One teacher shared, “It’s fantastic to see the Peer Mentors creating engaging activities and developing their classroom facilitation skills,” and, “I love watching the Peer Mentors move around the classroom, reaching out to quieter students, supporting and encouraging them to join in the Stars activities.

The term saw the return of the Community Adventure Stars-opoly event. This year we went bigger and better than ever. We had 16 organisations on the board, spot prizes up for grabs, a ‘People Choice Award’ for the Most Outstanding Peer Mentor. We also included a focus on speaking languages from around the world to bring everyone together and to stand as one! Throughout the day, the Peer Mentors showed fantastic leadership skills, working well supporting and guiding the Year 9’s as they raced around trying to get points and talk to as many organisations as possible. Kando the Kiwi bounced around all day and went M.I.A at one stage……..he went visiting the Principal, deputy principals and was finally found – breaking out his slick dance moves with the deans.

The Project K graduation was truly inspiring. It was amazing to see students who started off so shy and uncertain now standing with confidence as everyone celebrated their Project K journey and achievements. Their transformation was a true testament to their hard work and growth!

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QUEENSTOWN EXPERIENCE 48

Our Tourism and Hospitality trip to Queenstown in May was an unforgettable adventure that left us inspired and eager to explore the world of tourism and hospitality.

Our journey began with a visit to the University of Canterbury, where we gained valuable insights into the academic side of tourism and hospitality. We then delved into the world of food production at the Cookietime Factory, witnessing the magic behind our favourite cookies.

As we ventured further south, we were captivated by the breathtaking beauty of Lake Tekapo. We were fascinated by the awe-inspiring Dark Sky Project where we learned about the importance of preserving our night skies. Finally, we had our taste buds tantalised with a delicious lunch at the Stoaker Room in Wanaka. We visited the Queenstown Resort College where we heard from past students who were achieving great things in studying tourism and hospitality. This made our teachers incredibly proud.

The adrenaline rush began with a thrilling jet boat ride on the Shotover River. We indulged in a delicious breakfast at the Hilton Resort and enjoyed a guided tour of the luxurious facilities. We soared about Queenstown on the Skyline Gondola and raced each other down the exhilarating luge track. We were awestruck by the picturesque Millbrook Resort and the historic town of Arrowtown. We took a serene cruise on the TSS Earnslaw across Lake Wakatipu and some of us had a heart-pounding bungy jump at AJ Hackett. Our trip culminated with a hilarious encounter with some mischievous goats at Deer Park Heights.

This incredible experience has ignited a passion for tourism in many of us, and we are excited to pursue careers in this dynamic and rewarding industry.

Queenstown Experience Photos

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FIAFIA NIGHT At the end of term 3, Pasifika students came together for Ōtūmoetai College’s second annual Fiafia Night, a celebration of Pacific cultures through performance. The evening featured traditional dances such as Siva Samoa, Cook Island Ura, Tokelau Fatele and Fijian Meke.

Opening the eve was Te Pikikotuku o Ngati Ranginui, the college’s kapa haka group, setting the tone for a festive and vibrant evening.

Performances also included guests from Tauranga Boys College and Ōtūmoetai Intermediate School, making it a truly collaborative celebration.

Special thanks go to the Pasifika team – Emily, Desiree, Caylah, Matewhakarau, Lexi, Cia, and TJ – for their dedication, as well as MC’s Devlin, Marcus and Emily, the sound and camera crews, and of course parents who supported the event.

A heartfelt acknowledgement to Deputy Principal Kaitiaki Jo’el Komene and Tu’oe Pasifika Coordinator Kristen Matthews for uniting our school and community in celebrating Pasifika culture here at Ōtūmoetai College.

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D U K E O F E D I N B U R G H Over the past 12 months, I had the pleasure of participating in the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award alongside my fellow Year 13 peers, Amelia Shorter and Cameron Davvit. The award offered many challenges and invaluable learning experiences, from Bronze participants summiting the Pinnacles to tackling multi-day hikes like one of New Zealand's Great Walks. It was an exceptional journey for all of us.

Our adventurous journey began with plans to complete the Great Barrier Island expedition. However, midway through our flight, the weather forced us to change plans, leading us to the stunning Lake Waikaremoana for a four day hike. The hike was not without challenges, with three days of rain and minimal firewood. A particularly gruelling moment came on the third day, with a 600m elevation gain, where we carried kilos of extra firewood to our campsite.

Despite

the

tough

conditions,

the

hike

offered

breathtaking views, resulting in a 45 minute photo break at the peak of the hike and cultural and historical insights into the local iwi.

After Lake Waikaremoana, we needed a four day qualifying journey.

We were limited by available tracks and our desire to avoid endless uphill climbs, so we reluctantly chose the challenging Round the Mountain track: a 5-day, 78.8km trek around Mt. Ruapehu.

Unfortunately, winter weather cut this journey short, forcing us to pivot to a 3-day stay at Waihohonu Hut. Arriving late, 12 of us squeezed onto four mattresses on the hut floor. The following days were spent sheltering from the freezing conditions, playing cards, exploring nearby historic sites, and making the most of a tough situation.

To complete the Gold Award, each of us participated in a residential project: Amelia served as a camp leader at Totara Springs, Cameron participated in the Spirit of Adventure, and I spent a week with Hillary Outdoors in Tongariro. Reflecting on this five-year journey, it’s clear we’ve gained so much, from resilience and navigation skills to unforgettable memories. We’ll miss the Rotorua McDonald’s trips, late-night card games, and sharing huts with the snoring "oldies," but the lessons and experiences will stay with us forever.

Written by Lucy Penellum

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The SVA Service Award program was introduced to Ōtūmoetai College in 2019, with our committee officially recognised as a formal student leadership group in 2024. Our primary mission is to expand student access to volunteer opportunities and provide an efficient system for students to log their volunteer hours using the SVA app. This initiative strongly aligns with the school’s core values, particularly in fostering collaboration and community engagement.

In 2024, we welcomed 96 student members, each contributing at least five hours of service to the community. Collectively, these students dedicated significant time to support others, with 58 earning Bronze Awards for completing 32 hours of service, 16 receiving Silver Awards for 250 hours, and an exceptional six students reaching the highest level by contributing over 500 hours. Our top contributors included: Zainab Harmine (Year 12) – Otumoetai College’s highest contributing volunteer of 2024 Kyra Batten (Year 13) Lucy Pennellum (Year 13) Akshita Saxena (Year 13) Thomas Wigley (Year 13) Amelia Shorter (Year 13)

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Our volunteers participated in a variety of service activities, both within the school and in the wider community. Their contributions included peer tutoring, supporting open evening for Year 8 students, mentoring through the Stars and Peer Mentors programs, assisting international students, gardening, supporting cultural dances at the Historic Village, setting up and clearing gear for the Pony Club, and serving at community op shops and the Salvation Army Family Store. Additionally, students volunteered at local church groups and daycare centres.

Throughout the year, the SVA Committee promoted volunteering via assemblies and form classes. Key initiatives included leading a Foodbank Drive, organizing "Starsopoly," supporting the Lunchtime Kitchen with meals and hot water, and coordinating a week-long volunteer drive during Youth Volunteer Week. During this drive, staff submitted service requests that we assigned to our volunteer database. We celebrated National Volunteer Week with a pizza lunch to show appreciation for our dedicated volunteers.

Volunteering not only enriches our school culture but also nurtures students to become compassionate, generous individuals. Students interested in joining our volunteer program can reach out to us at svaservice@otc.school.nz.

Recruitment for the 2025 program will begin early next year.

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YEAR 2024

CREATIVE ARTS COMIMTTE

2024 was a remarkable year for the Creative Arts Committee, led by Dani Brewerton and Hayley Potts and with invaluable support from Mrs Pengelly and a dedicated team of six student volunteers.

The year began with our popular traditional Year 13 Colours Day dance; a nostalgic journey, tracing the evolution of dance trends and significant events from the Year 13 cohort's first year in 2020 to the present day.

The pinnacle of the year was the Creative Arts Week, a celebration of artistic expression. From the imaginative Toilet Paper Fashion Show to the inspiring Art Competition, the week offered a diverse range of activities. A nostalgic trip down memory lane with Jump Jam in the Action Centre and the ever-popular Teacher Band added to the festivities.

By collaborating with other student leaders and committees, the Creative Arts Committee successfully enhanced their events and increased awareness among the student body, fostering a strong sense of community and shared passion for the Arts.

To cap off an incredible year, we hosted a captivating Talent Quest showcasing the exceptional talents of our students.

The year also culminated in the Creative Arts Awards, a celebration of student dedication and achievement. The committee played a vital role in the meticulous organisation and presentation of this prestigious event. It was an honour to recognise and reward the outstanding contributions of our talented students.

As we bid farewell to departing members, we eagerly anticipate the new possibilities and contributions of our future leaders in 2025.

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HAUORA COMMITTEE

Looking back on the Hauora Committees’ work this year, the feeling that comes to mind is pride. Our committees’ efforts have positively impacted not only our school community but the wider New Zealand community as well.

This year, the Hauora Committee felt the need for a more hands-on approach for supporting students within our kura. With a strong student focus, we trialled and reworked a safe space for all students at our kura. This space was targeted towards students struggling with friendships, the school environment, or just needing a safe space or senior student to talk to. On a word-of-mouth basis, we informed all staff and provided information cards for them to shoulder-tap students who they thought may benefit from the space. While we are still in the process of perfecting this space, we look forward to providing a stress-free environment for students who may be struggling now and in the future.

Our involvement in the wider community is represented by the annual blood drive the Hauora Committee runs. An outstanding 46 students donated blood, collecting 37 units, and allowing for up to 111 lives to be saved from our students' efforts alone. What an amazing effort! This truly admirable act from our students for the pure care of our wider community brings the 2024 Hauora Committee such pride!

Mental Health Awareness Week was our biggest event of the year. Our committee's overall focus for 2024 was mental health, so this week was very important to us. On Monday, form class teachers gave out a colouring-in competition to promote mindfulness, along with kindness cards to send kind messages to friends or teachers. A student vs. staff hockey game was also held to promote physical hauora and school community connection. On Tuesday, a school-wide touch rugby game was held and on Wednesday a school-wide speedball game was held as well. These were both used to promote physical well-being and school spirit. On Thursday we held Shave for a Cure to promote care for the community.

Lastly, on Friday, kindness cards were handed out to form classes for students and teachers to receive their positive messages before the weekend. Mental Health Awareness Week was a great success and the Hauora Committee is proud of the involvement that students and teachers brought to support this cause.

Shave for a Cure was an overwhelming success for our kura in 2024. We are extremely proud of the five young men who buckled the courage to part with their hair to raise money for kiwis living with blood cancer. These five students raised over $2,600 towards funding research for a cure and the Hauora Committee could not be more proud of the selflessness these students displayed.

Our 2024 Hauora Committee, led by Annabel Bremner and Zoe Brockelbank, alongside teacher Mary-Ann Braddock, could not be more proud of the efforts our kura has displayed in supporting the Hauora of not only our school community but the wider New Zealand community as well. We are thrilled to look forward to 2025 and what our new leaders Paige Martley and Maia Greeves will bring to the Hauora Committee.

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ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE

The committee leaders this year were Alex Reade and Haylee Hextall. We had two major projects that we signed up for towards the end of 2023, so this was our first year of these projects.

1. Predator Free NZ. They provided the rat traps and we placed them in the school, mainly in the gully area. The students were trained to set the traps safely, though some students weren’t so keen to extract the dead rats. So far, we have caught five rats and two mice.

2. Trees for Survival. Over 100 small native plants were potted up, which will continue to grow in the special shade houses (with a timed watering system), supplied by Men’s Shed. The plants are all growing well and will be planted out next year. Then, a new lot of tiny seedlings will arrive in September 2025 for potting up.

We also had two significant student initiatives this year.

The Gardening Group started with a desire to develop a sensory garden, which was planted behind the canteen. Later in the year, we looked at the Horticulture area and thought it would be good to utilise this space. This evolved and now, in collaboration with the science department, a major clean up and planting operation is happening in November.

Project Jonah: Amelia Edgecombe talked with Haylee and Alex about Project Jonah and we presented the idea to the full group. Amelia, a trained rescue member of Project Jonah, talked about the gear needed during a whale/dolphin stranding. Eventually, it was decided that we would work to fundraise $2,000 to buy a trailer of gear to be kept and used anywhere in the Bay of Plenty. This year, a bake sale, sausage sizzle, and generous donation from the District Council means we have raised about $1,000 this year. This will continue in 2025.

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The 2024 school ball at Ōtūmoetai College was a night to be remembered. Our committee, led by Sarah Best and Katie Kennerly, had picked the theme very early on in the year.

This theme was then revealed ever so elegantly to the rest of the year level. As soon as it was announced, excitement was readily brewing day-in and day-out. This year’s ball theme was ‘A Night at the Hollywood Palladium’, with the ball attire our tauira arrived in belonging on the red carpet - with only the paparazzi missing.

We also continued the tradition of our ‘Recycled Collection’ for students who could not or did not want to spend lots of money on the occasion. Members of our community dropped in loved and beautiful previous gowns, suits, shoes and all sorts of bits and pieces to add to a collection that would suit diverse styles and sizes. The community focus, as well as a solid committee, meant that the 2024 ‘Hollywood Palladium’ was a night to remember. Bring on 2025!

RUAMANO COMMITTEE

The Ruamano Kōmiti has had a fantastic year celebrating the diverse cultures and traditions in our kura. We kicked things off with a series of language weeks for Samoa, the Cook Islands, and Tonga. These events were filled with delicious Island kai, vibrant lolly leis, music and dance performances. Our Matariki art competition was a huge success, with over 25 incredible entries ranging from sculptures and paintings to fashion design. The school kapa haka rōpū also wowed the crowd with their powerful performance.

We celebrated Māhuru Māori, a month dedicated to Māori culture and language, including Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. We hosted a variety of whare competitions, including wharewhare (bingo), a scavenger hunt, a form class kahoot competition, and daily phrase challenges.

These events encouraged students to engage with te reo Māori and Māori culture in a fun and interactive way.

Our inaugural Flag Day was a highlight of the year. Students dressed in traditional costumes or wore flags, creating a vibrant and culturally rich atmosphere. The wairua was strong, and it was truly inspiring to see the school community come together to celebrate our diversity. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the kōmiti members for their hard mahi and dedication. Your passion and enthusiasm have made this year a resounding success and a real highlight for us as kōmiti leaders.

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Our Year 11’s had a full on year as they embraced an entirely new curriculum in 2024. The Academic Mentoring Committee led by Beatrice Proverbs, Reuben Lightfoot, Charlie Minshall and Charles Anderson proved to be more important than ever before. Throughout the year, the committee’s main focus was the facilitation of one-on-one tutoring for all students who wanted help with their work.

The bonus being this was all provided free of charge. This incredible service was made possible by the wonderful, altruistic seniors within the committee who wanted to give back to the school. The committee had over 40 mentors and was successful in its endeavours to provide mentoring support to all who needed it.

At the start of the year, we ran a workshop that guided our new and returning mentors into the role. This provided helpful, practical advice and went over any potential pitfalls they may encounter. This year, we also introduced a new study group initiative which took place at several lunchtimes leading up to the ever-stressful mock exams. With this new initiative, we learned valuable information about how to spread awareness about our new activities. This information was then passed on to the next year’s leaders.

Moving forward, the committee will be in the capable hands of Kaena John, Rosa Sharp and Noah Duglas. These awesome students have already demonstrated a clear passion for mentoring and have some great, progressive ideas they are ready to bring to the committee in 2025!

PUBLICITY COMMITTEE

A quick glance at the 2024 Google Drive “Student Publicity” folder tells the story. 35 projects or events covered and publicised by the members of the Publicity Committee or Publicity Shadow Committee. They have made films, photos, Instagram posts, and posters, quietly helping to make the school run, without drawing attention to all that they do.

At the wheel of the ship, Charlotte and Mackenzie have gone about their business, leading their creative crew in a quiet but super-organised fashion.

The leaver's video will no doubt encapsulate their efforts. We wish all of the committee well as they head off into the rest of their lives to creatively engage the world.

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This year saw the creation of a new Assembly Committee. The committee was led by two Year 13 students, Carmen Green and Jack Page, under the guidance of Miss Lack. The committee was tasked with liaising directly with deans and sending out weekly emails to staff to organise presentations and agendas for each fortnightly year-level assembly. These presentations were crafted not just to inform but to inspire, highlight key initiatives, provide policy updates, information about future events, and showcase student achievements in a way that resonated with attendees.

Moreover, the committee led a team of younger members, fostering mentorship and a collaborative spirit within the school. This leadership role was instrumental in nurturing future leaders and guiding them through the process of event administration, communication strategies, and public speaking.

As this was a new committee, there were learning opportunities that required initiative and quick thinking as they were unsure how it would work at first. Working together allowed the student leaders to take on the role quickly, leading to effective and efficient results and positive feedback from staff. This role and experience has provided them with communication skills that they will take with them to tertiary study and further into life.

VISUAL ARTS COMMITTEE

This year, the Visual Arts Committee has been busy with several exciting projects and events. The committee set up an Instagram account to post student art and promote upcoming events, as well as designing the Year 10 Bird Mural, which is up on the wall in front of the art block. The committee is also currently working on a large whale mural. To mark the celebration of Matariki, the committee designed a poster for the Matariki Exhibition, further contributing to the school’s cultural events.

The biggest achievement this year was the Senior Art Exhibition organised by the Visual Arts Committee, in which they showcased the impressive work of our Otūmoetai College senior students. Our members were involved in framing work, hanging it, organising the food and sponsorship, greeting the public and organising the voting system. A great night was had by all.

The Visual Arts Committee has continued to go from strength to strength with more students than ever choosing to become involved. The Committee was led

by Lucy Rutland and Lucy Couston, who did an excellent job organising the year! We look forward to 2025.

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The 2024 Sports Committee flourished under the leadership of two exceptional student-athletes: Alex Rawlinson and Angus Colquhoun. Their dedication, energy, and passion not only elevated the committee but also inspired the entire school community.

Alex and Angus lead by example. At our annual sports fundraiser, they captivated over 200 guests, including local business leaders, as they shared their exciting vision for sport at Ōtūmoetai College and the purpose behind our fundraising efforts. Even when Alex was racing for the Black Magic Women Cycling Team in Europe, Angus proudly represented the school, accepting the taonga after our victorious inaugural sports exchange with Hillcrest High School.

Their charisma truly shone through at the School Sports Awards, where their witty and engaging Q&A session brought humour and energy to the evening. This kept the audience entertained and connected the entire evening.

Beyond these high-profile events, Alex and Angus led by example in the day-to-day operations of the Sports Committee. They managed the sports shed at lunchtimes, organised multi-sport games every Tuesday during Terms 2 and 3, and coordinated unforgettable Students vs. Staff games across volleyball, basketball, netball, touch rugby, pickleball, football, and hockey.

These events fostered a sense of school pride and brought students and staff together in fun and friendly competition.

Looking back, it’s clear we were incredibly fortunate to have Alex and Angus as our committee leaders. Their commitment to excellence, leadership, and willingness to tackle challenges, whether organising events or addressing large audiences, was nothing short of remarkable. They’ve set a high bar for future leaders, and their impact will be remembered for years to come.

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YEAR 2024

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Let creativity flourish! Visual Arts 2024 has had an outstanding year!

It’s been a busy time for the Visual Art Committee, successfully running the Senior Art Exhibition with 150+ works on display. Organising, framing, and running the exhibition like clockwork! Our tohorā mural is underway in the foyer by our art students. The Junior Art Exhibition students proudly displayed art at the Historic Village, a huge opening event turnout was a resounding success.

Over 100 Year 11 students attended a trip at Ferguson Park & Mauao. They explored and photographed the surrounding wai (water) and investigated the local Māori connections to Mauao. A fun day with lots of great learning.

A fun workshop opportunity for the Y12 painters and Y13 photographers at the Historic Village where students got to experience a professional studio at the Light Lab with Nicholas Charles Lucy Penellum was recognised for her stunning photography in the NZ Herald, The Country, and Farmers Weekly Magazine. Ka pai te mahi, Lucy! (below)

Senior exhibition

L2 & L3 workshop

Stevie Allison was a finalist int the Old is the New Black photography competition,exhibiting at the Strand. Run

by The Incubator and we had a large group of photography students competing against professional photographers, so Stevie’s photo blown up to a large billboard was a great honour. (left)

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Congratulations to our exceptional L3 painting students, Tay Collinson, Zac Baveystock and Lucy Couston exhibited works at the Art/Nature group show in Taranaki. The stunning macrocarpa skateboard was a unique canvas to create on, and was generously manufactured and donated by Paper Rain in Mount Maunganui. (right) 72

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2024 was another year of fabulous trips and learning experiences for Level 3 Art history.

We had the absolute pleasure of visiting Stu MacDonald -Tohunga Mahi Toi at the Ahi Pou Studios - where he shared with us the Materials and Processes involved in Ta moko designs.

We also learnt about the challenges of keeping true to Maori Traditional values while being a contemporary Maori Artist. We also had the opportunity to interview Jo’el Komene about his Whakairo (carvings) and the challenges to keeping the Mauri alive in his work, when it is hard to resource native trees.

We had a road trip to Auckland to view some absolutely amazing artworks- the Robertson’s Gift; Paths Through Modernity exhibition at the Auckland Art Gallery as well as the Taimoana/Coastlines Art in Aotearoa.

We also learned about the Masters of Renaissance Art, such as Botticelli, Michelangelo, Titian, Bellini and Leornardo Da’Vinci.

Thanks to Mr Henderson for joining us on all our trips and to all the wonderful students in Art history this year.

It has been a pleasure and I look forward to more learning adventures in 2025.

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The Careers and Pathways Department endeavour to ensure that students have found their career calling and have a vision and pathway when they leave Ōtūmoetai College. The door is always open for career guidance and advice and strategies. What is your future calling? What is your pathway?

OTC Tertiary Awareness Day Tertiary Awareness Day is a fantastic event at OTC for tertiary providers to showcase what careers they have available and also provide a great opportunity for students to discover more about the options available for tertiary study in a range of subject areas. From Universities to the Defence Electrical Training Experts, students had the opportunity to chat to providers and gain information and insight into potential careers and pathways.

CAREERS & PATHWAYS

Waikato University Open Day Year 13 students attended the annual Waikato Uni Open Day in May. This event is the perfect chance for students and Careers Advisors to get a better idea of what life is like while studying at the University of Waikato.

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Careers Expo Chat, Explore and Plan. The future of work is showcased annually at the Tauranga Careers Expo at Mercury Baypark Arena. Buses were expertly coordinated for year 12 students to attend the event.

Careers Expo is the best chance to connect and engage with tertiary and training providers and some of the region’s leading businesses. A chance to find out what it’s really like to walk in their shoes for a day, double check the career students think is right for them and get clarity on the right steps to take to start a career or change it. The time spent at Careers Expo expo and the conversations students had can be life-changing.

Trades Academy - BOP Futures Academy OTC students enjoyed the opportunity to attend BOP Futures Academy which is a programme offering students the opportunity to learn a trade as a part of high school learning. It encourages young people to remain in school, complete their NCEA level 2 qualification and gain trades skills and knowledge that will lead them successfully into the job market.

Wāhine in Trades This is a fantastic event run by Priority 1 and Vertical Horizonz. Wāhine in Trades was coordinated to encourage confidence in our wāhine who may be interested in pursuing a pathway which involves heavy machinery. The machinery included scissor lifts, cranes and diggers. Female industry professionals were present at the event for the girls to chat with along the way. The hands-on exercises were invaluable and very relevant to those thinking about next steps.

Takitimu Northern Link School Expo Takitimu Northern Link is the largest roading project in the BOP. The School Expo provided an opportunity to learn about opportunities in infrastructure, see big machines up close and meet the team.

Forklift Licences 43 students had the chance in 2024 to achieve their Forklift Licence with our provider, Training Co. Training Co. was established in August 2022 and their focus is "Creating Pathways" not only for people to upskill, but also to re-enter the workforce. Training Co offers quality forklift training with an approved registered trainer who has over 35 years experience as a forklift operator and their aim is to provide skills and education on safer work practices as well as providing high quality training and expertise in all areas of forklift operation.

Feedback from our students has been overwhelmingly positive plus they achieved 7 Unit Standard Credits!

Elite Beauty & Spa A group of L2 and L3 Students attend Elite School of Beauty and Spas Makeup Artistry Taster Course which gave great insight into the industry First Aid First Aid training provides students with the best training and skills to know what to do when an emergency occurs. 52 fortunate students attended Advanced Work Based First Aid workshops in 2024.

Health & Safety and Site Safe Educating students helps to minimise potential pitfall. 60 students attended health and safety and site safety courses throughout the year.

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B U S I N E S S A N D Y E S Young Enterprise Results This year, we had ReelClean (Harleen Bains, Jazmin Howan, Kaitlyn Napier, Gaia Bowers, Jake Sykes and Akshita

Saxena)

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Wandering

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Newton, Ella Griffin, Loralei Feist, Daniella Johnston, Eddie Couston and Holly Fitzgerald) both in the regional finals.

Best Financials: Winner - Wandering Kiwi Most Innovative: Winner - Bee-Wrapt Greatest Contributor: Winner - ReelClean Western Bay of Plenty Regional Entrepreneur of the Year - Stevie Newton (Y12) Enterprise in Action Weekend In July, Victoria Geck was fortunate to be selected as one of 66 students nationwide who travelled to Wellington to tackle 72 hours of business challenges.

Students were placed into groups with mentors from around the country to solve different problems.

Level 1 Commerce Trip to Mauao Adventures Level 1 Commerce students were able to spend the day at Pilot Bay with Mauao Adventures to see how concepts such as Pūtake and Kaitiakitanga were used in business to help drive success.

They were split into three groups, where they experienced learning how to Waka Ama, a guided tour around the mount while hearing stories of the area’s history, and finally a session with Porina, the owner of Mauao Adventures. They learnt how Porina took over the business, the successes and challenges she faced as a small Māori tourist-based business during the COVID pandemic, as well as how she uses concepts to enhance her business.

Opportunities for the students to see businesses applying the concepts they learnt in class while also enjoying experiences such as Waka Ama reinforces the learning, and allows students to visually see concepts in practice.

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Digital Technologies Grapple 2024 Rhea Lal, one of our Year 12 students, was selected to take part in Grapple 2024 hosted by The Kind Foundation in Christchurch from the 13th to 19th of July, 2024.

The aim of the event was to bring together young innovators to develop solutions to significant challenges, providing a platform for learning, collaboration, and creativity. Over an intense seven days, participants grappled with the problem of living in 2041 with all imports and exports to and from NZ halted.

Participants had access to a wide range of resources to help them build their prototypes, including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, iPads with Procreate/animation software, and robotic equipment.

Rhea’s team won the challenge with their BioTiles, an innovative solution that will transform how energy will be produced and utilised in Aotearoa. Its modular covers, made from recycled rubber, adapt to biogas digesters of all sizes, making them perfect for small households and large farms.

BioTiles generate renewable biogas, reducing our reliance on imported fuels and minimising our carbon footprint.

Level 1 Software Development students visited Te Puia in Rotorua.

Their tour started at Te Takapū – the National Stone and Bone carving school. Here, students learned more about the art of bone and stone carving. The next stop was Whakairo Rākau – The National Wood Carving School. Students could feel the different types of wood used and were surprised by the difference in weight between the blocks of wood. Te Rito, the National Weaving school, was next on the itinerary. Te Rito was named after the baby shoot at the heart of the native flax bush. Students were challenged to try to break a small piece of flax string for a reward of $10, but no one was successful.

A trip to Te Puia would be incomplete without visiting the Kiwi conservation centre and the Pōhutu Geyser. Students got up close and personal to the Kiwis in their nocturnal enclosure, and then set off to get a closer look at the Pōhutu Geyser.

Back at school, the students couldn’t wait to get working on a database to help the Āhau Gallery manage their stock and 79 create a website to promote the Te Puia experience to tourists.

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DRAMA Hi Team! First up, we want to say a big well done to all of our Senior Drama, Dance and EEVT students. You have impressed us this year with your hard work, commitment, and dedication. Your final public performances were amazing, and it’s great to see so many of you fulfilling your potential. We look forward to seeing many of you back in Drama, Dance & EEVT next year.

To the Year 13’s leaving us this year, we will be sad to see you go.

However, we wish you all the success and happiness you deserve in the future. Don’t forget us, as we won’t forget you! Just remember to be true to yourselves, share the love, be positive and live your best life!

This year started off with a bang on the extra-curricular front, with rehearsals for both the junior and senior plays. The juniors performed The Cinderella Chronicles for two nights in term 2, followed by the seniors' performances of Me, My Selfie, and I. The two plays were enjoyed by full audiences, with over 50 students involved in these projects, gaining an awesome experience. Well done to all of those involved and special thanks to directors Ms Pengelly and Mrs Rowe.

The Dance troupes were also working hard under the guidance of Ms Harnett to bring their best performances to the dance competitions .

They competed in various competitions across Tauranga, gaining multiple placements in their categories. All troupes competed in Dance NZ made, with the Jazz Troupe placing 2nd overall.

Our Contemporary Troupe was awarded a PACANZ nomination in May. They went on to represent Ōtūmoetai College at the National Young Performer Awards in Palmerston North in October.

Thank you to all students who have given their time, commitment, and energy to these projects. You are awesome, and we have loved watching you grow!

Finally, thank you for making our jobs worthwhile. Enjoy the photos and your trip down memory lane…... Lovin’ ya work!

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EARLY CHILDHOOD 2024 has continued to see tauira involved in placements across the local area from Omokoroa, Greerton and Matua. These placements continue to help us form strong connections between the College, primary schools and early childhood centers throughout the Tauranga region. This is always a highlight that is well organised by Emma Webb. So, a huge thanks to her for all the hard mahi on setting up these opportunities for our tauira!

A first this year for us was hosting our close little friends from Otūmoetai Kindergarten - we usually visit the kindergarten tamariki a few times in the year - this year we visited every week in term 2 and continued every second week in term 3. Late in term 2 we set up our classroom (K10) to host the kindergarten tamariki. They were entertained for 2 hours, with many different activities that were organised and run by our tauira. This was a wonderful opportunity for our tauira to gain an insight of what Early childhood teaching looks like.

Some comments after the tamariki left was how exhausted our tauira felt after looking after/ entertaining the tamariki! A brilliant job they all did as well - a lot of positive feedback from the kindergarten kaiako and whanau alike.

We aim to continue to improve these relationships and offer opportunities to those incoming tauira in 2025. Another great opportunity for all of the level 2 tauira was being able to partake in a two day first aid course which further strengthened tauira knowledge and expertise in dealing with minor injuries and more serious situations for tamariki.

Bring on 2025!

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ENGLISH Ms. Secker and Ms. Stephen took eight students to the regional semi-finals of the New Zealand Spelling Bee in Hamilton. This competition requires good memory but also a broad vocabulary, usually gained by reading widely and diversely – it is very hard to spell a word you have never heard of before. The following students proved they were up to the challenge: Lucy Rout, Devaani Adhikaari, Davin Patel, Abbey Muspratt, Lara Poulton, Ava Bryant, Elliott Swney, and Toby Stephen.

Much to his credit, one student, Toby Stephen, made it into the New Zealand National Final in Wellington.

Well done Toby, and to all of the participants, for competing and making us proud!

The Ōtūmoetai College Speech Competition on the 20th of August was a huge success! Ākonga from both senior and junior levels captivated the audience with their engaging speeches. They spoke on a selection of topics, ranging from the power of kindness, the consistent beauty of the night sky, to Aotearoa's "clean green" image.

The competition was an impressive display of their oratory skills as well as their original and insightful thinking.

We would like to congratulate the following ākonga on their outstanding achievements: Senior Winner: Layla Sutcliffe Senior Runner Up: Charlotte Willacy Junior Winner: Leni Russell Junior Runners Up: Katie Smith and Abby Lavin Well done to everyone who took part!

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Poetry Mauri Ora

Words From My Grandmother

I hear the winds of Tāwhirimātea, always moving, always carrying whispers of what once was. Do you hear them? Every gust is a voice, a message from my Tūpuna. He dances through the grass and brushes against the cliff. His winds bring stories of the journeys that he has seen, that he has guided. Do you feel his presence in the air, in the way it touches your skin? In every rustle of leaves, in every howl of the wind, there is a story waiting to be heard, a connection waiting to be felt. The windmills spin gently above, turning the breath of Tāwhirimātea into life—Mauri ora.

My precious moko, You come from a long line of powerful tupuna, so stand strong in the face of struggle.

Remember where you come from and those who stand beside you.

I smell the salt of Tangaroa’s breath carried by his brother, drifting from the Moana and mingling with the scent of the Whenua. The sea air fills my lungs, a reminder of the vast waters that connect us to our beginnings, to the journey my Tūpuna. His scent is rich and alive, full of creatures that dwell in Tangaroa realms. From the lurking mangō, silently seeking out their next meal, to the mighty Momori, singing and dancing to their ancient songs, Tangaroa’s waters are alive with the echoes of life, each creature a storyteller in his vast, everchanging realm. I hear the flourishing life run through Tangaroa, the same life that runs through my veins. He keeps my heart beating. Tangaroa cradles me as his waves kiss the shores, showing me the journey he helped my Tūpuna take.

Every wave is a memory, every tide is a reminder of the waka he helped carry. Do you hear the call of the sea?

by Evelyn Bennett – Year 11

Although, there will be times when you feel lost and weak, allow the wisdom of your ancestors to carry you home, to a place where the doors are always open and the fires are always burning.

Seasons will pass as you grow in this forever-changing world, but never let your mana falter, for the blood of your people courses through your veins.

Time will pass and people will leave Regardless of your loss your whakapapa will stay forever the same.

My precious moko always remembers those who walked so you could run.

Go forth, and show the world: we are quiet but we are here.

You have our whānau name so carry it with pride, and make your tupuna proud.

By Anahera Smith, Year 9

Magzine Column Haere mai Haere mai Haere mai e!

A moment shared in a world overflowed by culture, Bare your teeth I say.

Deconstructed by segregation and greed, An obligatory need.

Tūturu ō whiti whakamaua kia tina, grab on and unite us… tina!

Haumi e - bind, Hui e - gather, Taiki e!

And set forth!

Allow these words to spill like soap, Scrubbing you of discriminatory ignorance, Let them open your soul to hold the knowledge of gods in your hands, And grant you freedom from your prejudice.

Show displays, of learning of growing of trying.

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A Pākehā living in a Māori world, Pale skinned, blue eyed, blonde hair, Yet accepted by those who freely bare their hearts.

The meaning of whakawhanaungatanga, embodied by those of Aotearoa’s pride; Māori.

Take your kete o te wānanga and fill it with mātauranga Māori.

Let us bridge the gap between two cultures Let us exist as one.

As I, Let this culture love you, the way rain romanticises life, Allow the sun to plant a seed of revelation deep. within you.

Nurture it into a sapling.

Allow its roots to stretch toward Papatuanuku, And let its flowers blossom into Hibiscus and Kōwhai.

Grant these petals to unfurl in Ranginui’s grace, And bathe in the light of Te Rā.

Let the seeds of your flowers be carried across the wind, spreading to instil in those around you.

Never allow your roots to wear thin, or for your flowers to wilt with ignorance.

Grasp what is already yours.

by Taska Kemp-Green, Year 13

Creative Writing Alleys

I step off the bus and onto the smooth concrete, weathered down from decades of foot traffic. Ancient gum sticks to my shoe, stretching out slowly as I lift my foot. The loud noises of the city reverberate through my eardrums, pounding in my head. Cars honk, people converse and street vendors call out, enticing you into buying their wares. Bright sunlight shines down, illuminating the high spires of the city buildings and illustrating the many towers that dot the city. Bodies press against mine as I make my way to work. “Move lady,” a man said as he rudely pushes past me and swiftly makes his way down the street. “What is his problem,” I mutter as I continue down the bustling footpath. My feet pound against the concrete as I briskly walk towards the hospital. I glance down at my watch, the bright silver glinting cheerfully back at me. My heart leaps into my throat.

I’m running late for work for the last time. Mr Clark will throw a fit if I arrive late again. My heart drums in time with my feet as I break into a run, feet skimming the concrete. I weave in between people, trying my best to avoid bumping into them. People crowd everywhere, blocking my path. This is useless. The streets are too long and bustling; I will never be able to make it to work on time. Suddenly, a bright light bulb goes off in my head. I can travel down the winding alleyways that weave their way through the city, dark labyrinths of trash and brick. The route may be longer, but it is much less crowded. I push towards the side of the pathway and duck into a tight alleyway. The light is much dimmer than on the streets. Cold, malodorous air surrounds me and drives into my lungs. I try to breathe through my mouth; I don’t want to have to smell the stench of the alleys. Impossibly large brick walls tower above me, making me feel trapped and secluded. The silence is like the calm before a storm, ready to be broken as the heavens open up. They never open. My feet break into a run again as I wind through the twisting alleyways. It is very dark here. I feel isolated, away from the world.It is at this moment that I begin to feel like I am being watched.

Forcing myself into an even faster sprint, I run through the maze of concrete and brick yet I still can’t shake the feeling that I am being followed. Dark clouds drift across the sun, casting the city into shadow. Silence surrounds me, broken only by the steady beat of my feet pounding against the ground. I twist my head around, scanning for anything, or anyone, suspicious but my search is futile. This is irrational. There shouldn’t be anyone following me. Why would they?

Trying to calm myself down, my mind begins to crowd with thoughts of all the things that could go wrong. Little snippets of stories I half remember. Stories of disappearances and murders. This is a big city after all. There are bound to be some dangerous people. My breath chokes in my lungs as I continue to run. I can’t stop. Eyes still burn into the back of my skull. The idea of someone following me is ludicrous and insane however my body is bursting with adrenaline. As I round the corner, a sharp, loud crash resonates from the alleyway in front of me. My heart freezes in my chest.

Trash cans topple over and roll around on the smooth concrete floor like little bugs inching their way across the ground.

Rubbish litters the floor and grime soaks its way into the concrete. A swift blur of movement speeds across my vision, a race car completing the final lap of the race, before coming to a screeching halt. The cat stands in front of me, back arched and tail fluffed up. Wide yellow eyes glower at me through the matted fur that most likely used to be white. It hisses at me before sprinting off down a side alley, no doubt angry at me for interrupting its feast. My feet move, ready to break into a run again when a hand places itself firmly on my shoulder.

I twirl around towards the figure behind me; my hands balling into fists in anticipation of a fight. Behind me stands a young man dressed in black from head to toe. Through the shadow of his hood, I see a raggedy yet young man. He has a stubbly brown beard and hooked nose. Thick layers of dirt covered his face and patchy clothes. He looks homeless.

Before I can move my fist, he opens his mouth. His voice is deep and husky like he hasn’t spoken in years. “Excuse me miss,” he says, “you left your wallet on the bus.” With that, he hands me my wallet and walks away before I can thank him.

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E X T E N T E D L E A R N I N G

The holiday season is a time for reflection, gratitude, and giving.

O ‘ p t M

p d s t S

This year, our school has teamed up with the local Ōtūmoetai Social Supermarket to spread festive cheer by helping stock shelves with Christmas gifts for those in need.

On Friday 29th, ŌTC students and teachers gathered at the Ōtūmoetai social supermarket, ready to lend a hand. We carefully organized shelves with gifts—from toys to toiletries—ensuring that each item had a place and that families in need could easily find something special to brighten their holiday season.

In addition to stocking the shelves, we crafted a festive cardboard Christmas tree advent calendar. Staff donated money to fund the purchase of sweet treats which customers can select from the tree each day leading up to Christmas. According to John Paine, Manager of the Social Supermarket, “it is so much fun for our shoppers to have a treat from the tree!”

t i B t S p ( H w

A r

Finally, teachers purchased homemade meals made by our food technology teachers. The funds generated were donated to the Social Supermarket to purchase classic board games, sports equipment, and outdoor games like beach cricket and swing ball.

These family gifts have been ‘flying off the shelves’.

Thank you to the numerous students, whānau, and teachers who have supported our community through this venture.

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FOOD TECHNOLOGY

On September 25th, 2024, seven senior students set off with their ‘entourage’ (also known as Mr. & Mrs. May) to Tauranga Airport, passports in hand. They were off on the adventure of a lifetime – to sample Melbourne’s culinary delights, a ‘taster’ of what Melbourne has to offer.

The group spent six days delving into the culinary world of Melbourne and immersing themselves in ‘everything food’. They visited the Queen Victoria Markets where they bought fresh produce and delved into local cuisine - Kangaroo four ways was definitely interesting! They dined at the Boatbuilders Yard – sitting by the Yarra River whilst taking in the beautiful scenery, twinkling lights of the CBD, and the fiery displays of the Southbank. They became pros at navigating the Melbourne Tram system to get around the CBD - although the walking tours through the lanes and arcades led them to amazing sights, including delectable bites along the way - they even saw a Banksy! Other activities the students took part in were a trip to the Old Melbourne Gaol, a visit to the 88th floor of the Eureka Skydeck, a wander through Chinatown, and Lygon Street’s Italian precinct. Personal behind the scenes tours of Vue du Monde (Shannon Bennett) and the Hotel Windsor (after a delightful High Tea) were definitely events to remember. Of course, there was also a spot of shopping along the way.

All in all, the 2024 Culinary Experience Tour was a trip to be remembered for a lifetime, and the experiences students gained will serve them well in their future. This was an outstanding group of students and, with such fantastic activities, they really did immerse themselves into the heart of Melbourne – and achieved the goal of ‘everything food’.

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Soft Materials Raise Up has partnered with NZFW to create the biggest designer fashion show for youth in Aotearoa since 2011. Walk the Line provides a platform for young

aspiring

fashion

designers,

and

many

participants have utilised this to forge successful careers within the fashion industry. Walk the Line showcases the power of youth voice on a global stage, launching right here in Aotearoa.

Each year, they choose a new theme to spark designers’ creativity. The overall theme for 2024, "Throwback

Fashion",

gave

young

people

the

opportunity to go back in time to find creative inspiration, be it from the time of the pharaohs, the Ming dynasty, medieval, pre-colonial Pacific, or the 70s. Walk the line offers a unique opportunity for young New Zealand designers to make their mark on the global stage through their own creative process. The annual themes seek to draw out a response from the audience and to empower the next generation of change-makers within the fashion community.

This year was no different with our very own Luiza Baumert taking on the challenge of designing and constructing a stunning Golden Gown for the ‘High Fashion’ class at Walk the Line 2024. Luiza was selected as a finalist and relished the opportunity to model her own gown at the live showcase event, strutting her stuff on the catwalk with the other finalists. Congratulations to Luiza – a massive achievement and a great step forward in your fashion career which will continue in 2025 at AUT.

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HARD

MATERIALS 2024 was another exciting year for Ōtūmoetai College’s Technology

and

Graphics

department.

Perhaps

the

greatest strength of technology at Ōtūmoetai College continues to be the range of courses and opportunities available for students. These included Electronics, DVC (Design & Visual Communication), Technology Wood, Metal, Automotive, Building, and Mechanical Engineering.

Problem solving, design, and practical skills were everywhere in the workshops this year. From year 9 to 13, students produced outstanding take-home projects, and worked on some innovative team builds as well.

The use of the school’s CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) router, vinyl cutter, laser cutter, swelled with the addition of two more multi-colour 3D printers. All of these

machines

helped

to

extend

the

realms

of

possibility with their precision.

It was a big year for our year 11’s with the introduction of the new level one standards which kept everyone very busy.

The team build projects included the year 13 EVolocity Electric cars, year 12 full-size trailer, the chairs, desks, dog kennels, the list goes on. Talent oozed out of every one of the C block rooms.

The

Electronics

classes

continued

to

spark

with

enthusiasm with some amazing success stories of exstudents now with degrees, gaining Mechatronics careers at Rocket Lab, working with NASA and SpaceX. The Robotics club room has its shelf filled with national and international

trophies

and

has

record

breaking

membership.

The Hard Tech/ DVC teachers of 2024 were Mr Gilvear, Mr Aldcroft, Mr Enefer, Mr Rayner, Mr Thomas, Mrs Grey, Mrs Hills, Mr Clode, Mr Rapley, Mr Wessels, Mr Watson and Mr Meyer. To all the leaving Year 13’s, have a great life and good memories of your time here at Ōtūmoetai College. – Mr Meyer and the Tech Department.

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International Department

We’ve had a great year in the International Department here at Ōtūmoetai College, with students arriving from all over the world to go on adventures and experience life in New Zealand. One of our favourite parts of hosting international students is being able to show off our beautiful country, and see everything New Zealand has to offer through their eyes!

Our students started the year by exploring our own beautiful backyard, cruising around Mount Maunganui and exploring their new neighbourhood, learning how to keep safe at the beach with the help of our local surf lifesavers. Over winter, they attempted to learn the rules of rugby on a visit to Hamilton, had their first glow worm encounter at Waitomo Caves, and then ended the year by visiting Hobbiton, signing up for surfing lessons, and some even venturing as far as Fiji!

We love watching the way our students embrace the kiwi lifestyle, make lifelong friendships with our kiwi students and their host families, and achieve amazing things in their classes. One of our students even made this impressive topographical map of Tauranga for an individual project in his Product Development class!

Watching our students change and grow throughout their time here makes us so proud, and we were very excited to award one of our long term students, David Choi, with our International Student of the Year award after being able to spend the last 5 years with him. We can’t wait to see what David and all of our incredible students do next!

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Learning Centre 2024 has been another busy year for The Learning Centre. The range of services that help support and guide our students through their academic programmes has once again been amazing; from Te Kura to Northern Heath School.

The

Learning

Centre

works

alongside

the

Supported

Learning

Department to ensure continued growth and success for all students at Ōtūmoetai College. This year we have enjoyed increasing the knowledge, improving skills and developing the resilience of our students as they progress through College.

The introduction of 24-7 Youth Mentor group run by Patty Carlson and Gerardine Hyauaison has been a breath of fresh air at Ōtūmoetai College, running lunchtime activities in and around the Learning Centre. Centred around Patty’s Pink Table, students can always have a friendly face and welcoming chat at break times.

This year we say goodbye to a few of our staff who leave our shores.

Nikayla Bradley, who joined us in 2023, heads off to complete future studies. Nikayla’s support across the school and as a Hockey coach has been so appreciated and we wish her well as she finishes her Master’s Degree in Zoology and Ecology. A fine example of a past student!

Anita Bax joined us in 2018 and will move to the Mainland to pursue a family dream of owning their own business. Her effort in facilitating field trips to McDonald’s has been so much fun! Anita’s skill in the areas of Technology, Maths and Literacy have enabled so many students to achieve success.

Raewyn Douglas says goodbye to the Learning Centre after five years as a Learning Support Coordinator and many more before as our school’s RTLB and MOE liaison. Her experience, expertise and collegiality will be missed. Raewyn has passed on much knowledge to the staff in our area and we are better for it. The students that she has mentored and supported have had their lives changed. With a significant career in Education, we have been so fortunate that Raewyn made her home here and we wish her a happy retirement.

Sharon Dewhurst is one of our longest serving members in the Learning Centre. Retirement beckons for the backbone of our department. Sharon’s ability to make everyone feel invincible comes from excellence in organising, planning and communicating. Every ‘SAC’ kid in the school knows Sharon and anyone who has done any of the standardised testing has reaped the benefits of her work. We will miss Sharon and wish her a relaxing retirement!

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NEW TEMPORARY LIBARY

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Mathematics And Statistics We have had another busy year with the roll out of the new Level 1 NCEA standards and large numbers of students studying Mathematics & Statistics at Year 13. It has been great to see the students rising to the challenges of Mathematics competitions, as well as their regular learnings. Once again, Ōtūmoetai College has gained significant success.

In the BOP MathsMind Competition, we had our Year 9 Team of Ryan Baveystock, Benjamin Goddard, Davin Patel, and Kane Whitwell win both our school competition and the Bay of Plenty Title. Our congratulations also goes to Chloe Gilmour, Neve Partner, Abby Laven, and Caitlyn Grice (2nd in school competition at Year 9), Ella Wilce, Toby Stephen, Hunter Gao, and Kieran Clark (1st in school competition at Year 10), and Vincent Fabert, Lian Jones, Cerys Britton, and Shae-Lee Dawson (2nd in school competition at Year 10).

In the Otago Junior Mathematics Competition, the following students gained Distinction Awards for being in the top 15% of entrants: Ruan Botha, Ben Goddard, and Davin Patel (Year 9), and Elliot Swney, Ella Wilce, and Jaymin Corn (Year 10 / 11). Our Juniors continued to excel in the Australian Maths Competition with Distinction Awards (top 20% of entrants): Austin Fearon, Erik Helnes, Liam Helnes, Abby Lavin, Aliana Lucca, Benji Marsden, Davin Patel, and Max Waring (Year 9), and Joshua Kim and Georgia Cook (Year 10). A special mention goes to Benjamin Goddard (Year 9), for receiving a High Distinction (Top 3% of entrants).

Our Senior success this year is Kaena John (Year 12), for his achievement in the NZ Maths Olympiad. Being one of the top 25 Students, he has been invited to a NZMOC Training Camp to be held in January 2025, as a selection process to choose the team of six students to represent New Zealand at the International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). We wish you all the very best of luck, Kaena.

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MEDIA STUDIES

2024 has been an interesting year in the media landscape. Here in Aotearoa, TV3 and TVNZ took a sharp axe to their programming and NZME proposed the closure of 14 of their local community papers to remain profitable. On the other hand, according to NZ On Air’s Head of Communications and Research Allanah Kalafatelis, TVNZ On Demand is surging in popularity, and loads of large film projects have been produced right here in Aotearoa. Globally, social media continues to wreak havoc on the fabric of society as mainstream news outlets struggle to track and understand the new landscape. All of this as the threat and promise of AI looms large over the world.

People sometimes ask, “What’s the point of studying media in this day and age?”

An answer could be that we study the media because ‘the media’ studies us, so we need to be even more media literate and critically aware of the way modern mediums target, package, and sell us as products in the modern digital marketplace. This kind of literacy is crucial to almost any future pathway, especially in our modern world!

In 2024, there were some very clever cookies in Media Studies. Year 12’s made some phenomenal films, beginning in May when ‘Run With Me’, directed by Sequoia Trass.

This incredible film made it into the National Finals of the Vista 48 Hour Film Competition. The in-class films were fantastic as well. We had logistically challenging trailers that required students to chart Health and Safety Plans and Council Permissions, technically challenging animated horrors that made you jump out of your seat, and super cute documentaries that melted the heart, just to name a few. We were able to celebrate these successes at ‘Ngā Kaihanga Kiriata ō Ōtūmoetai’, our end-of-year film screening at the Village Cinema. Popcorn, ice cream and great films were enjoyed by all.

Our Year 13 class had never taken Media Studies before and was thrown in the deep end, but learned to swim quickly. Their major project was a feature article and fourpage spread, and they were challenged to write something that mattered with the quote “Your first psychic wound is the wellspring of your genius.” Certainly, genius emerged: One student wrote about the changing nature of violence in schools, while another reflected on a trip to Vietnam and how different cultures see the world from such different perspectives. Another student interviewed famous rappers and graphic artists to find out if Robert Frost was right: Is the road less travelled really the best road to pick?

From the conversations, creativity, and loads of hard work, 2024’s Media Studies students will remember their work fondly. Most importantly, I hope as they continue along their educational journey, they will all be a little more critically aware and confident in their own creative voice.

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Media Studies

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M U S I C To begin with, I must thank the staff in the Music Department who work together to make the department click. I will forever appreciate you and what you bring to the school. 2024 has been a year of success and celebration in the Music Department. The Orchestra and Choir grew in both size and energy, representing the school with maturity and professionalism at a range of events in the BOP and Waikato. These large groups are important to the Music Department, and we are thankful for the students who are committed to them. The Jazz Combo and Chamber Music Groups rehearsed and performed at various events during the year, gaining awards at the regional and national levels.

We were fortunate enough to take a large group of students to Studio 11b in Mt. Maunganui as part of a Pathways Course. The Ōtūmoetai College Music Album was the result of this amazing opportunity, and is available to listen to here. here.

The highlight of this year (and my teaching career!) was three of our school bands making the Top 20 in the Smokefree Rock Quest (Bla Bla Uh Huh Boo Hoo, Bloody Overalls, Aisha & Bebe) and the latter two making the Top 10 National Final at SkyCity Arena in Auckland. All of our Rock Quest acts (11 in total) showed the very best of our school to the region and the country. We farewell an amazing bunch of Year 13 students, many of whom have served the department for 4 or more years in a range of groups. The future of our department is built on these people’s commitment, and we cannot thank them enough for the role modelling they have shown to younger students.

The Music Department doors are open wide if you wish to be involved in a group, whether it be one that already exists or to start your own! Come along!

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TE WHARE MAORI Mauri ora!

2025 has been an awesome year of new beginnings here in Te Whare Māori. As I write this reflection, I am humbled and excited for what the future holds, especially with the progress of the new buildings that are underway in and around our whare wānanga Okohanga. We are looking forward to a new wharekai and new classrooms.

Once again, we have been busy with many kaupapa, including Ngā Manu Kōrero, Matariki, Mahuru Māori and Kapa Haka.

We have been lucky to have experts come into kura and share their expertise in Te Whare Pora (weaving) and Te Whare Tū Taua (mau rākau).

Nei rā te mihi ki a koutou katoa, ngā kaimahi me ngā rangatahi o Te Whare Māori.

Kia māramahia te ora e te akoranga.

Whaea Maria Veronese HOD Te Whare Māori

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POUTAMA Ahe rangatahi, he rangatira.

Kia māramahia te ora e te akoranga.

Ka kitea, ka kitea, ka kitea!

Poutama is made up of form classes from Tau 9 - Tau 13, where ākonga have opportunities to develop their leadership skills within a whānaubased Māori and Pasifika environment.

Some of these leadership opportunities include serving on the Ruamano Cultural Executive Committee, and/or applying to be a Poutama Prefect, known as Tātāriki.

A special part of being in Poutama is the whānau environment that our ākonga experience. In Poutama, we often come together to hui and celebrate our successes as a whānau with special Poutama Assemblies and end of term celebrations.

Nā ngā kaiako o Poutama 2024

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SCIENCE This year has been an exciting journey through the world of science, with Junior students exploring everything from the tiniest atoms to the vastness of space, and our Senior students embracing the challenge of studying separate subjects—Biology, Physics, Chemistry, and Earth and Space Science— each one branching out into their own areas of scientific

exploration,

and

no

doubt,

reacting

positively to the specialised focus!

The new Year 11 science curriculum offered an exciting blend of scientific exploration, cultural understanding,

and

hands-on

learning—students

and teachers alike were pH-enomenally impressed!

Unit 1, Kaitiakitanga introduced Mātauranga Māori, exploring concepts of tiakitanga, which honour the connection between people and the environment.

Students collected and analyzed data from the school’s

gully,

examined

water

chemistry

and

assessed food webs and species impact. They combined scientific, Māori, and other perspectives to debate the question, "Should we continue to eat tuna (eels)?" The students really streamed through this unit, learning how interconnected all life is in the ecosystem!

Unit 2, Whakapapa brought biology and physics together.

Students

explored

forces

and

the

consequences of balanced and unbalanced ones.

Their assessment involved investigating helicopter flight with paper models, which really helped propel their understanding of gravity and lift!

Unit 3, Maramatanga took students on a journey through the skies, examining day and night cycles, seasons, moon phases, and tides, followed by an external exam. The second half shifted to chemistry, where

students

demonstrated

explored

the

reaction

conservation

of

types

and

mass.

They

learned that matter really matters!

It has been a joy learning with our students this year, and we look forward to supporting them as they continue their science journeys!

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Social Science

Social Science is all about studying people, societies and the world around us. Whether it is History, Geography, Economics, Sociology, Classical Studies, Tourism or Social Studies, this learning area is all about making sense of the various types of decisions we make and how we interact with others and our planet.

This year, we travelled to Tongariro National Park, the Waitomo Caves, Auckland’s CBD, Mystery Creek, Rotorua, Wellington, Queenstown, and even went as far afield as Vanuatu. We hosted the Polynesian Panthers and supported our local social supermarket. If you want to learn about how diverse societies work or how social action can make a real difference in the lives of the people around you, then Social Science is the place for you.

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Special Needs

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WHARE

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Karewa

There have been highlights and lowlights for Karewa throughout the 2024 house competition this year. We started out as the underdogs so it was hard to encourage motivation and participation to challenge the other houses in events. We built up our committee of generous volunteering students to help us encourage participation.

Our house had some outstanding results in events like the SVA Pin Drive, the Maunganui Car Jam and the ‘guess the flag’ competition we hosted in term 3. The competitive aspect was less prevalent for our house so we focused on the enjoyment, incorporating games into assemblies and creating a lottery system for all participants each term, which increased the enthusiasm and lifted the mood of challenges.

As leaders, we have learnt a lot this year about the impact communication can make on the cohesion between committees, and experiencing the effort that goes on behind the scenes to produce the whare system that the rest of the school gets to experience. Despite our placement, it was such a fulfilling experience and we’ve gained many leadership skills and memories throughout our time not only as leaders of Karewa, but as a part of the committee in past years too.

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Mananui

Over the last four years, Manunui has slowly grown from an easily forgotten whare to a strong rival of the reigning champs. It has been an absolute privilege to be a part of! This growth has been facilitated by our incredible committee and teacher in charge Mrs King. Their involvement truly is the backbone that holds the whare system together.

Looking back, Manunui had some unforgettable moments this year. Some highlights, to name a few, include winning every round of tug of war on colours day, as well as having Manunui students place 1st and 3rd at the talent quest. Our annual Manunui quiz was another hit and it was so good to see so many Manunui students involved. Plus, who could forget Mr Newton's amazing display at the plank competition.

Wow! To conclude, last year's committee leaders ended their recap with a challenge “we hope to see either a first or second placing in 2024” Now a full year later, the 2024 committee can proudly say that they have achieved that goal! Coming first equal with Otaniwainuku was an unprecedented ending to an amazing year. And while the whare competition isn’t just about winning, the result this year has been a testament to the hard work of the committee and all those that participated throughout the year. Now, a challenge from us to the next leaders - Please keep the momentum built this year so next year maybe we won’t have to share the trophy at all! All the best to our 2025 leaders Chelsea and Randell!

Maunganui

Kia ora/Bula/ Talofa, How can I describe the year? Maunganui has been sitting at the bottom of the leaderboard since the start of the Whare System. Our goal as a roopu was to get onto the podium and take down our rivals Pūwhenua. The competition started with a hiss and a roar as we got a couple of cheeky competition wins under our belt.

Suddenly, the Mighty Mananui and the reigning Champs Ōtanewainuku were knocking on our doors. Colours day is when we got knocked back down, but still ahead of Pūwhenua. Our key focus was to maintain our lead and extend it on Pūwhenua, which we managed to achieve. Our second goal was to get on the podium, so when it was announced that we came third, we were ecstatic! So to finally answer the question - Yes, we are stoked with the year and looking forward to 2025. A friendly warning - we ARE coming for the top spot and the Mana of Maunganui will be stronger than ever!

Acknowledgements: To all the teachers that embraced the whare spirit with their form classes, to the whole committee that put in a lot of effort behind the scenes. Special shout out to our Maunganui Mascot Toby Stephen who stepped up on multiple occasions. A huge thank you must go out to all our Year 13 committee members and we wish them luck on their future endeavours. To our leaders - Thomas Wigley and Alex Reade THANK YOU SO MUCH. Alex has been a member since she was Year 9 and has left big shoes for Layla and Finn to fill.

Vinaka Vakalevu, Matua Arden

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Otanewainuku

Annnnd.. We did it AGAIN! Year 13 was a huge year for us! On top of schoolwork, sports and working a part time job, I ran the Ōtanewainuku committee alongside other members including Mrs Lisa Weaver, Luiza Baumert and 11 other students. Leading this house came with a rollercoaster of emotions, excitement was the most prominent. No matter how hard we worked, we always had new challenges thrown at us which after some time we got quite good at managing. This year as a leader who myself was not in the committee already, this was a year for listening. I used my committee as much as possible for ideas and solutions as several of them had been in the group in previous years, which was really helpful.

With the guidance and pure dedication of Mrs Weaver, myself, our committee and students, we came through with yet another victory.

Holding the trophy was only 10 seconds of my whole year as a leader. It was the other 10 months that made being head of house real!

Running a whare is all about the planning and how prepared you are. You could be thrown all sorts of challenges made for all abilities and you and your committee must work closely as a team. Another huge factor was how you interact with the students and teachers. It is important to throw on that smile and get right in there with events, including spending time with form classes to encourage and connect with students (Even if it means painting yourself purple).

My biggest driver was to take out the cup for the 4th year in a row, with even more of an incentive as three of my closest friends were running the other houses, so you could say there was a bit of friendly rivalry. The house system is made to engage students with schooling life, whether that's academically, on the sporting field or even just throwing as many of your friends into a car as possible and hoping the door will shut (definitely one of Maunganui’s best events. Please keep that going!). My advice going forward to anyone taking this role and to my 2025 leaders Dayna Bennett and Stevie Newton is to trust your team and never be afraid to put yourself out there. Organisation can be stressful at times but the biggest utility was our team and their constant dedication to the running of our house. Best of luck for future years, the number 5 looks pretty nice for a streak!

Cheers, Amelia Edgecombe

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Puwhenua

Kia ora e te whānau, Wow, what a year it has been for Pūwhenua!

Firstly, an enormous thank you to our fearless leaders Alexis Cory and Lily Frieswyk. Their enthusiasm and dedication to our whare has been the glue that holds us all together. Their communication skills and leadership during whare events were exceptional. They led all assemblies and encouraged everyone to participate through their sheer determination and enthusiasm. We wish you every success as you finish Year 13 on a wave of green success!

Special acknowledgement also must go to Dane Wheatcroft in Year 9. Although young, he single-handedly put together one of our highlights for the year, the Pūwhenua Guess The Music challenge in the PAC. People were buzzing after this event and many students - and staff - are looking forward to next year's playlist. You should have heard the whole PAC singing along to Coldplay and Queen!

To the rest of our whare committee members, well done! Everyone has contributed in their unique way to the success of our whare this year.

To Maddy Jolly, Maia Solomona, Aadit Tandon, Alec von Bultzingslowen-Newington, Andrejka Bennett, Bronte Edwards, Cooper ChapmanTaylor, and Scarlett Waterhouse, please accept Pūwhenua's greatest thanks. You are an incredible group of people who have all added to the team.

To everyone else in our beauteous Pūwhenua whare who added to our points total - everyone who entered a spelling bee, squashed in a car, wrote a song title down, ran a relay, bounced a basketball for a free-throw, solved a math problem, created an artwork, donated to the food bank, auditioned for a talent quest, earned Student Volunteer Army points, participated in a quiz, decorated a corner of the classroom in green, rowed in the school ergathon, or just rocked up to any event across the year, THANK YOU! Go, Green!

Te rākau tapu o Takitimu, hō!

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SPORTS

YEAR 2024

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Words from the Director of Sport Ian Ridgway This year has been an outstanding one for sport at Ōtūmoetai College, with our student-athletes excelling across a wide range of disciplines. Their efforts exemplify our school values of Respect One and All, Strive For Excellence, Working Together, and Standing Strong. This success has been made possible through the collective hard work of our school staff, volunteer coaches, managers, supportive parents, and the dedicated Sports Department team of Chris Matheson, Emma Henderson, Dennis Playford, and Deb McBride.

From the athletic track to the volleyball courts, the rugby field to the rowing course, and everything in between, 2024 has been a year of achievement, growth, and inspiring performances. Highlights include top finishes in regional and national competitions, such as the Girls’ Volleyball Team reaching the top four at Nationals, our cricketers earning regional titles, and the continued development of emerging sports like Pickleball and Wrestling.

The newly established Te Pou Tū Ki Te Rangi sports exchange with Hillcrest High School was a standout event, fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship among over 400 athletes. Additionally, initiatives like our beach volleyball and badminton championships brought energy and excitement to school and regional competitions, showcasing the diverse talents of our students. Ōtūmoetai College’s sports program would not thrive without the passion and commitment of our community. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to every coach, manager, and parent who supports our student-athletes.

As we look to 2025, we are excited about continuing this momentum, building on our successes, and nurturing the next generation of athletes. Together, we celebrate the spirit of sport at Ōtūmoetai College and the countless lessons it provides, both on and off the field.

ATHLETICS The BOPSS Athletics Championship saw strong

performances,

with

Kate

Faitl

excelling in the Junior 1500m and 3000m, winning both events. Casey Miller also had a standout showing, securing 1st place in the 100m and 2nd in the 200m. Sophie Garrett

earned

2nd

place

in

the

Intermediate 800m.

At the Waikato Bay of Plenty Athletics Championships (WaiBOPSS) in Tauranga, eight students represented our school. Kate Faitl continued her winning streak, finishing 1st in both the 3000m and 1500m. Sophie Garrett triumphed in the 800m, while Casey Miller earned 3rd in the 200m. Maia Basile

(3rd

Mansurova

in (3rd

1500m)

and

Anna

in

jump)

also

long

performed well. All five students qualified for the prestigious North Island Secondary School (NISS) Athletics Championships in Palmerston North.

At the NISS, Kate Faitl and Casey Miller represented the school with pride. Kate secured 5th in both the 1500m and 3000m, while Casey Miller earned 3rd in the 200m and 5th in the 100m, in a thrilling photo finish. Casey was also part of the 4x100m relay team, which not only won, but broke the NISS record.

In the Winter Tournament’s Road Relays at Pakuranga Sailing Club, the girls’ team placed 4th, despite facing challenging, windy conditions along the coastal paths.

Notably, half of the team were not distance

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runners by specialty, making their effort even more impressive.

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NOT-SOSPORTS CLUB The Not-So-Sports Club is an alternative sports group for wahine to join at Ōtūmoetai College, to gain confidence and experience in new activities with like-minded tauira, without the pressure of competition. 2024 has seen a variety of activities available to this group including surfing, skateboarding, mini golf, laser tag, bowling, archery, rock climbing, yoga, judo, seal spotting while walking around Mauao, soaking in the hot pools or hydroslides at Baywave - lots of opportunities! This year the group has had a lot of fun, overcame fears, challenged themselves, and supported their peers in the activities. Our thanks go to Forward Foundation, who sponsors this group, Mr Gadsby, who kindly runs some rock climbing sessions for us at our kura, Miss Galloway, and Mrs Price for their support this year. Bring on 2025!

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Basketball The 2024 basketball season was a standout year for our school’s basketball programme, marked by growth, achievement, and exciting performances across all teams. This year, we fielded four competitive boys’ teams, six social boys’ teams, and two girls’ teams, expanding the programme to 11 teams, a significant increase from last year and a testament to the rising interest and talent in the sport.

The Senior Premier Boys’ Team made a powerful return to the Premier School Division, setting ambitious goals to finish top 4 locally and top 8 regionally. They began their season at The Tip Off Tournament in Rotorua, where their grit and determination shone through. After a dramatic quarter-final win against Te Puke High School (who had previously beaten them), they advanced to the semi-finals but were defeated by the eventual champions, Tauranga Boys College.

The 2024 basketball season was a standout year for our school’s basketball programme, marked by growth, achievement, and exciting performances across all teams. This year, we fielded four competitive boys’ teams, six social boys’ teams, and two girls’ teams, expanding the programme to 11 teams, a significant increase from last year and a testament to the rising interest and talent in the sport.The Senior Premier Boys’ Team made a powerful return to the Premier School Division, setting ambitious goals to finish top 4 locally and top 8 regionally. They began their season at the Tip Off Tournament in Rotorua, where their grit and determination shone through.

After a dramatic quarter-final win against Te Puke High School (who had previously beaten them), they advanced to the semi-finals but were defeated by the eventual champions, Tauranga Boys College.

The Aces, largely composed of players from last year’s champion squad, made an impressive run to the finals, where they faced Bethlehem College, the team that had dominated them all season. In a stunning upset, the Aces fought back with incredible heart and skill to claim gold– a back-to-back championship victory! This outstanding achievement highlights the talent, resilience, and teamwork of our girls.

In 2024, our basketball programme not only achieved success in competition but also grew exponentially, providing more students with the opportunity to develop and shine. With 11 teams, we’ve made huge strides, and as we look to 2025, our sights are set even higher. More teams, more players, and more championships are on the horizon!

A huge thank you to our parent coaches and whānau for their ongoing support; your dedication is invaluable and truly appreciated. Here's to even greater achievements in 2025!

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C Y C L I N G A N D B M X Ōtūmoetai College student Alex Rawlinson has had an exceptional year of racing, with standout performances both nationally and internationally.

Oceania Road Cycling Championship Alex kicked off her season by competing at the Oceania Road Cycling Championship in Brisbane, where she earned a bronze medal in the road race, finishing on the podium against some of the region’s best riders. She also placed 4th in the time trial, proving her versatility and strength in multiple disciplines.

Age Group National Championships In February, Alex continued her impressive form at the Age Group National Championships in Cambridge, where she excelled in the U19 road race and time trial events. In the road race, which combined U19 and elite categories, Alex finished 3rd overall, sharing the podium with two of New Zealand's top female riders. Her double victory in the U19 time trial and road race made this a standout event in her career.

IBUILT Junior Tour June saw Alex take on the IBUILT Junior Tour where she showcased aggressive racing to win the Yellow Jersey, QOM (Queen of the Mountain) jersey, and the Sprint Jersey in the U19 category. Alex loved racing on Auckland's country roads, and her commanding performance cemented her place as one of the top U19 cyclists in New Zealand.

UCI Europe Tour Racing for the Black Magic Women Cycling Team in Europe, Alex competed against the world’s top national teams on the UCI Europe Tour. Her performance was outstanding: 1st Place in Overall Classification at the Kontich Race (Belgium), 9th Place out of 136 riders in the Watersley Ladies Challenge Stage 1 Time Trial.

At the UCI Road Cycling World Championships in Zurich, Switzerland, Alex competed against some of the world’s best junior cyclists, and secured an impressive 14th place finish in the Junior Women’s Time Trial, which featured 58 talented riders.

The race took place on a challenging 18.8km out-and-back course along the stunning shores of Lake Zurich. Alex posted a solid performance, finishing with a time of 25:17.11, after being 11th fastest at the halfway mark. Her strong finish placed her among the top-20, showcasing her exceptional skill and determination.

Amazing Results and Well Done, Alex!

Alex’s performances across multiple competitions have been nothing short of remarkable. From her success in New Zealand and Australia, to her strong start in Europe, she continues to make Ōtūmoetai College proud with each race. Keep an eye on this rising star – we’re excited to see where her talent takes her next!

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MOUNTAIN BIKING We had 17 students compete at the North Island School Mountain Biking Championship in Rotorua.

XC Relay U16 Girls, 1st place – Sam Calderwood, Jesse Forster, Abby Lavin Downhill U17 Female, 2nd place – Abby Miller XC U15 Male, 3rd place – Austin Fisken XC Relay U20 Boys, 3rd place – Isaac Allen, Hamish Boyt, William Dunn

1st overall U15 Boys - Austin Fisken 3rd overall U15 Boys – Rijandre De Bruin #558 5th overall U16 Boys – Zandru De Bruin 5th overall U20 Boys – Hamish Boyt

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Cricket

This year has been a standout year for cricket at Ōtūmoetai College. The highlight of the season was undoubtedly the exceptional performance of our Girls' team. They clinched both the Bay of Plenty Champions title and the Northern Districts Venus Cup Championship, showcasing their dominance and skill on the field. Their outstanding achievements have earned them a well-deserved spot representing Northern Districts at the prestigious Secondary Schools First X1 Cup in Christchurch this December.

Our boys have also made significant strides in the cricketing world. Many have been actively involved with the Ōtūmoetai Cadets Cricket Club, gaining valuable experience and honing their skills. Several players have even stepped up to the challenge of Senior Men's Cricket this season, demonstrating their maturity and talent.

A group of our talented cricketers embarked on an exciting tour to India, where they experienced the vibrant cricketing culture firsthand. The tour provided an incredible opportunity for our players to immerse themselves in the game, facing challenging conditions and high-quality opposition. The experience undoubtedly contributed to their development as cricketers and individuals.

As we reflect on this successful year, we express our sincere gratitude to all the players, coaches, parents, and supporters who have contributed to the success of our cricket program. We look forward to building on this momentum and achieving even greater heights in the years to come.

CROSS COUNTRY

What a phenomenal season it’s been for our cross-country teams.

From dominating local races to claiming top spots at regional championships, our athletes have been running with heart and passion. Here’s a look at some of the standout performances this year: School Cross Country Results: At our own school cross country event, our athletes stormed through the course, claiming top honors across all year groups!

Junior Girls: 1st Place – Kate Faitl Junior Boys: 1st Place – Max Fitzgerald Intermediate Girls: 1st Place – Ella Wilce Intermediate Boys: 1st Place – Louis Cairns Senior Girls: 1st Place – Rebecca Parkes Senior Boys: 1st Place – Benjamin Wheatley SEN: Louis Edgecombe, Emily Cong, and Joe Burgess These outstanding performances were a clear indicator of the strength and determination our runners brought to the field.

Congratulations to all the participants who made this event a truly memorable one!

Bay of Plenty Secondary School Cross Country Championships On Monday 20th of May, our runners took part in the BOPSS Cross Country Championships. The ŌTC girls demonstrated one of our school values, Striving For Excellence, by taking 1st place in the Year 9, Junior, and Senior races, and even claimed 2nd and 3rd place finishes as well. Out of the 9 races, our athletes placed in 5 of them – an extraordinary achievement!

Year 9 Girls: 1st Place – Kate Faitl Junior Girls: 1st Place – Maia Basile, 2nd Place – Ella Wilce Senior Girls: 1st Place – Grace Duncan, 3rd Place – Sophie Garrett WAIBOP Cross Country Championships - More Success on the Horizon!

On Wednesday 5th of June, our runners made their mark at the WAIBOP Cross Country Championships. A huge congratulations to Kate Faitl for taking 1st place in the Year 9 Girls race! Kate's effort and determination were clearly on display, as she blazed through the competition to claim the top spot.

Additionally, our 3-person teams put in an incredible performance, securing 1st place overall. Huge kudos to Kate Faitl, Piper Rickey, and Ava Bryant for their outstanding teamwork and racing – they truly were the team to beat!

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FOOTBALL 2024 has been another successful season for football at Ōtūmoetai College, with 9 teams playing across social and competitive grades. The boys’ first XI, Junior A boys, and Junior B boys’ sides all secured impressive runner-up finishes in their respective divisions. The girls’ first XI side is to be commended with their 16th place out of 32 teams at the national premier tournament in Nelson.

Grace Duncan is to be particularly commended on her selection in the New Zealand U16 girls side, who will be playing in the world cup in Morocco in 2025.

During this year's Winter Tournament, the boys’ first XI played in the Rex Dawkins tournament in Napier and played admirably, with Lochy Webb winning the tournament’s Most Valuable Player award. A huge thanks to Mr Nathan Farey for coaching these boys this season.

The Boys’ Junior A side played locally in the Hillsdene tournament, and were delighted to beat local rivals Aquinas College and Mount Maunganui College in the tournament play-offs. Jack Veale was awarded the tournament's Most Valuable Player. Ōtūmoetai College's successful football program is further enhanced by its strong partnership with the Ōtūmoetai Football Club. This collaboration provides valuable opportunities for players to continue their football

journey

at

higher

levels

and

beyond

secondary school.

Football at Ōtūmoetai College continues to go from strength to strength, and we look forward to further growth in 2025!

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FUSTAL We had fantastic success at the Futsal Regional Cup in Tauranga during the Summer Tournament week, with our Junior Boys and Junior Girls winning the Regional Cups, and our Senior Boys finishing in 3rd place.

Thanks to all the coaches and supporters, especially Jack and Joe, and the 2023 student coaches, Lara and Dani, giving back in 2024.

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Hockey Ōtūmoetai College had a great 2024 hockey season with some amazing results and achievements. This year, we fielded 2 boys teams, 5 girls teams and 1 mixed 6-a side team.

Boys Hockey: The Boys’ 1st XI had a very successful season. They finished 4th in the local Secondary Premier League competition and were therefore put into a very tough division 1 of the Midlands competition. They came up against some top class opposition, which was great preparation for their winter tournament week in Auckland, where they finished 9th at the Mayhill cup. The Boys' 2nd XI enjoyed success throughout their season too, and finished a very respectable 4th place in the Championship 1 competition.

Girls’ Hockey: Ōtūmoetai College is fast becoming the school for girls to attend for hockey in Tauranga. We had some outstanding results this season, with the Girls’ 1st XI winning the local Secondary Premier League, finishing in the top 4 of the Midlands competition and finishing runners up in the Chica Gilmour tournament, which qualifies Ōtūmoetai College for the 1st and 2nd Tier tournament in Wellington in 2025.

Mel Aiken, the coach of the Girls’ 1st XI won the award from Tauranga hockey for the Girls’ Secondary Coach Of The Year and the Overall Female Coach Of The Year. We are so lucky to have secured her again for 2025.

The Girls’ 2nd XI and Junior A girls also had outstanding seasons, and finished 1st and 3rd respectively in the championship 1 competition. Our Junior B, Teal team, and Mixed 6-a side also had a great season full of successes.

We had numerous players from all our teams represent Tauranga at a representative level at both U16 and U18. Brea Miller and Rebecca Parkes also went on to represent Tauranga in the NHL competition, which is the National senior women's league.

We were extremely fortunate to have such amazing coaches and managers for the 2024 season, and I would like to thank them all for their efforts and support throughout the year. We would not be able to give our students the opportunities they have without them.

Hockey at Ōtūmoetai College is looking bright for the future and we are excited to see what happens in 2025 and beyond.

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What a fantastic season of action on the netball courts! With fifteen teams, it has been so rewarding to witness all our players, coaches, umpires, and managers working together to make netball an enjoyable and rewarding sport for everyone. The addition of our new Head of Netball, Helena Hoult, has been hugely beneficial, and we are so grateful for her leadership. Helena's passion and energy has played a huge role in creating an inclusive netball program that offers opportunities for players of all abilities.

Season Highlights: A huge shout-out to our amazing student coaches – Victoria Geck, Maia Greaves, Neve Fitzgerald, Saige McDonald, Milly Simon, Jayme Savill, and Chelsea Williamson – who were outstanding role models for our younger athletes. We also want to recognise the incredible support from our volunteer coaches, Kim Schumacher, Michelle Orchard, Tracy Rush, Kathleen Williamson, Lesleigh Ricardi, Kiri Burney, Emma Suttie, Jo-Marie Baker, Tina Robertson, Kelly Clark, Olivia Young, Anita Brown, and Sanet Bircham. Without their time, energy, and aroha, our rangatahi would not have had the chance to grow and play the game they love. We thank all our volunteers for the invaluable contributions they have made both on and off the court.

Achievements and Results: While most of our teams qualified for the semi-finals, we want to extend special congratulations to our finals winners: Junior A, 9A, 9B, and 9C. Well done to all the teams for performing at their best and contributing to our collective ‘team spirit.’

Congratulations are also in order for Chelsea Williamson and Imogen Suttie (who were selected for the U16 Representative teams), and Francella Nafoi-Seumalo, Georgia Bailey, Kaia Burney, Leah Maaloga, and Millie Hathaway, for making the U14 teams.

Their dedication and passion to netball has been evident throughout the season.

A Season of Growth: Although the season’s journey had its ups and downs, the support from our community made all the difference. We are deeply grateful to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and hard mahi to our netball program. More importantly, this season has contributed immensely to the well-being of our tamariki.

Together, we are stronger.

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RACQUET SPORTS 2024 has been a positive year for Racquet Sports at Ōtūmoetai College. The highlight of the year would be our girls’ Squash team, who placed third in New Zealand at their National event in Wellington. The team was strongly led by Year 12 student Erin Wyllie, who was also selected for the National team. Erin played in the annual Trans-Tasman challenge, and won all but one of her matches versus her Australian opponents.

Tennis has been steady this year with eight senior and eight junior students competing in the Bay of Plenty Tennis Championships. No overall titles were won, however congratulations must go to our senior school champions Angus Colquhoun (Boys) and Chelsea Olesen (Girls).

The major growth sport for 2024 and beyond has been Pickleball. Over 40 students regularly attended lunchtime sessions in the Gym. Our inaugural school champs were held in September, with Ollie Joyce and Samuel Weylen winning the Senior Boys Doubles title, and Brian Corn and Erik Helnes winning the Junior Boys Doubles title.

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ROWING The Ōtūmoetai College rowers concluded a successful season in April 2024, marked by outstanding performances and a strong sense of camaraderie. The highlight of the year was undoubtedly the South Island Maadi Cup, held in Twizel. Ōtūmoetai College was represented by a team of 13 rowers. Our team had a strong showing, with 3 crews qualifying for the A-finals, and 5 crews qualifying for the B-finals. Outstanding performances at Maadi include those of Arthur Crimmins, who finished 5th in the U16 boys single scull A-final, and Peer Czorny, who finished 6th in the U17 singles A-final. Matt Ryder and Peer Czorny finished 6th in the Boys U18 double sculls A-final, and received the much sought-after Maadi Cup Top Ten pins, only awarded to crews who finish at Maadi in the Top 10 of an U18 race.

We are particularly proud of being nominated for the Sportsmanship School award on Day 2 of Maadi.

Looking ahead to the 2025 season, we are committed to building on our successes and continuing to develop our rowing program in conjunction with both our affiliated clubs, Tauranga Rowing Club and Bay of Plenty Coast Rowing Club. We are very excited about what the new season holds as 18 Novice rowers joined the rowing team and are working diligently to learn new skills and improve fitness.

We would like to thank our coaches, parents, and the Ōtūmoetai College Sports Department for their unwavering support and commitment to our rowing program. A special mention goes to Withiel Trust and One Foundation for their generous support of ŌTC rowing. We are confident that the Ōtūmoetai College rowing.

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2024 - Making Rugby History In May 2024, we managed to get TWO 10 a-side wahine teams playing.

History #1: Our senior girls traveled to Te Wharekura o Mauao (TWOM) as the first EVER senior team to do so. The result didn’t reflect how our girls grew in confidence as the game went on, making tackle, after tackle, after tackle. Some highlighted players were TJ Kaur, Lucia Kimi, and the Captain Emily Bibi with a huge effort.

RUIGBY

History #2: The Player of the match for the senior girls, who tackled her heart out, played the whole game, ran with the ball so much she managed to get a 50m runaway to score the FIRST try for our team: JANNEKE BREMNER.

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History #3: Our junior girls were at home vs Te Wharekura o Mauao, with our girls taking to the field having only 10 players for a 10 a-side game. The girls knew that heart was going to get them to the end of the game. With a set of sisters playing together (Nafoi-Semalo Sisters), the result did reflect this by winning the FIRST game of our junior wahine rugby history. Dellas Mareroa, Jizelle Masoe and Suzie Heke were standout players for the team, with their player of the match, Francella Nafoi-Seumalo, having a standout performance.

RUIGBY

Rugby Sevens We had five teams at the Bay of Plenty Secondary School Sevens tournament (Junior Girls, Senior Girls, Junior Boys, Year 11 Boys and Senior Boys), with close to 60 students - the most from any school!

Our Junior Girls group came third with only eight players. Captained strongly by Jizelle Masoe, our girls lost the first game by a conversion (2pts) against the winning team of TGC. However, they bounced back, winning the rest of the pool to finish second, losing to Rotorua Girls’ High School in the semi. Both Francella Nafoi-Seumalo and Jizella Masoe have been recognised and asked to join a team to play in the Elevate Sevens tournament on the 1st and 2nd of November.

Our Junior Boys lost only one game in the pool play, but on score count, they played off for 7th and 8th out of 12 teams, where they won comfortably, and only lost 1 game for the whole day. Made up of mainly Year 10s, this team will be a force to be reckoned with in Year 11 in 2025. Acknowledgements go to James Black and James Henderson, who looked after these boys for the day. Captained by Oliver Catt, two standout players would have been Harry Black and Rugby Debutant, Hamish King.

Our Senior Girls had a long day, playing at 9am, then having to watch and relax until 1:40 PM. Although results didn’t go their way, the girls never showed their disappointment. They are a wicked group of wahine that deserve all the praise for their efforts. Captained by Essence Soper, with standout performers Janneke Bremner and Rugby Debutant CJ Slattery.

Our Intermediate Boys had tough outings, playing games close together. They managed to score tries and get better as the day went on. Captained by Ryan Adams, and having standout performances from Keagen Becker and the Captain himself, the future is looking bright with these two at the helm.

Our Senior Boys were at the end of an era, with the majority of this team being Year 13s.

They finished in style, finishing their rugby journey here at Ōtūmoetai College with third place in their division. Their team was captained by Joshua Brown, who had an absolute winner of a day, scoring three 100m tries, and having an excellent kicking performance.

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SWIMMING School Swimming Sports On Friday, May 10th, we had our school Swimming Sports. A special well-done goes to the number of Year 9 students that competed – It was exciting to have multiple age group heats! Thanks to all those involved. There were many fantastic swimmers, making it a really positive morning for our tauira.

Junior Girls - Chloe Whittington Junior Boys - Ryan Baveystock Intermediate Girls - Isabelle Duske Intermediate Boys - Andres Bejarano Valdazo Senior Girls - Ariel Hoebers Senior Boys - Ryan Baveystock

BOPSS Swimming Champs: Intermediate Boys - 2nd - Andres Bejarano Valdazo

NZSS Artistic Swimming Champs Congratulations to Nika Pankratova, who competed in the 2024 New Zealand Secondary School Artistic Swimming Championships and got the following results: 1st in Youth Team, 3rd in Youth Combo Team 2nd in the Junior High School duet

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T R I A T H L O N We had seven students – Ella Acton, Ava Bryant, Louis Cairns, Kate Faitl, Sophie Garrett, Ari Harrop, and Amelia Henderson – compete

at

the

2024

New

Zealand

Secondary School Triathlon.

Tony O’Hagan Memorial – Fair Play Award We are delighted to announce that Sophie Garrett of Ōtūmoetai College and Aylish Underwood of Palmerston North Girls High were the deserving recipients of the esteemed Fair

Play

Award.

Their

exemplary

demonstration of Fair Play during the event left an indelible mark on both spectators and officials alike.

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BEACH VOLLEYBALL BOPSS Year 9 Beach Volleyball Champs What an incredible day of action at the Bay of Plenty Secondary School Year 9 Beach Volleyball Champs! Our school sent THREE talented teams to compete, and they all brought their A-game, dominating the sand in style.

A huge congratulations to: Maisie Young and Talia Hester, who battled their way to a well-earned Bronze in Division 1!

Phoenix Robertson and Cameron Reinsfield, who also stormed to a Bronze in Division 1!

Te Awa Korohina-Maude and Louis Thomson, who topped the podium and took home the Gold in Division 2!

These athletes showcased incredible teamwork, resilience, and skill in the scorching heat, making us all so proud. What a fantastic result for our school! Keep your eyes on these stars; they’re just getting started!

BOPSS Year 10 Beach Volleyball Champs It was an electrifying day of beach volleyball at the BOPSS Year 10 Beach Volleyball Champs! Our athletes put on a spectacular show, with five girls’ teams and three boys’ teams giving it their all on the sand. Here’s a rundown of the action: Boys’: A Day of Victories and Close Calls!

Division 1: Huge congratulations to Aiden Taljaardt and Ari Bussenschutt for an outstanding silver medal finish!

They fought hard, but came up just short in an epic final, though their performance was nothing short of stellar.

Division 2: Our two boys’ teams were on fire! Both teams won their Quarter-Final matches, setting up an all-ŌTC Semi-Final. In a nail-biting face-off, Willie Rossouw and Lachlan Green came out on top, and then powered through the final to take gold!

Finn Playford and Ashton Jarratt showed incredible resilience, bouncing back from the loss in the semi-final to claim bronze.

Girls: ŌTC Performs well in the Sand!

Division 1: Sophie Stocks and Ava Wright fought hard, but lost a tight Quarter-Final. Despite the setback, they showed grit and determination, finishing a respectable 5th overall. Well played, girls!

Division 2: Our girls’ teams performed incredibly well, with all four teams securing victories to set up another all-ŌTC Semi-Final showdown! The competition was fierce, but Makena Daisley and Annie Park took the gold with an impressive performance.

Big shout-outs to our other teams who made it all the way to the Semi-Finals: Georgia Cook & Indie-Rose DwyerVianello, Fianna Gardner & Ayla Parker, and Fenella Price & Charli McDonald. You all played with heart and skill, and we couldn’t be prouder!

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Summary - Incredible Teamwork and Sportsmanship!

It was a day packed with high-energy matches, teamwork, and incredible individual performances. Ōtūmoetai College had a strong presence throughout, and the sportsmanship and positive attitude on display were truly inspiring.

A massive congratulations to all players, our two student coaches – Devlin Langton & Bradley Wiessing – and finally our Teacher in Charge of Beach Volleyball, Mr Tom Collier, or better known as TC – you all made this event one to remember!

VOLLEYBALL BOYS The boys' volleyball season commenced with four junior teams participating in the Bay of Plenty Junior Secondary School Championships at the end of 2023. All teams demonstrated commendable performances, with our Year 9A team achieving an impressive 10th place overall, indicating promising potential for the future. The junior season culminated in two of our boys' teams competing at the North Island Junior Championship, where both teams showcased impressive volleyball skills throughout the week, highlighted by standout performances from Year 10A setter Ben Hanrahan.

As we transitioned into the senior season in Term 1 of 2024, there was considerable uncertainty about team performance, primarily due to the composition of the group, which consisted mainly of Year 11 and 12 players.

During the Bay of Plenty Championships, the Senior A boys bounced back from a challenging first weekend, to secure a commendable 5th place in the Bay. During Summer Tournament Week, the boys' program sent two teams to Palmerston North. They faced a demanding week, but both teams exhibited moments of exceptional volleyball, and the valuable experience they gained will significantly contribute to their preparations for a successful 2025 season.

We wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated coaches and managers for their tremendous efforts throughout the season; their hard work and commitment have not gone unnoticed.

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VOLLEYBALL GIRLS The college volleyball season starts in term 4, with all players trialing for teams, ranging from competitive through to social. The emphasis in term 4 is on junior volleyball, but the seniors are also in training for their season in term 1 of the following year.

All teams play in the local Volleyball Tauranga competitions, but the juniors also play in the Bay of Plenty and North Island Junior Championships.

5 teams competed in the Bay of Plenty Junior Championships this year. Those teams were the Junior A, B, 10C, 9A and 9B. The Junior A team beat Tauranga Girls’ College Development, John Paul College A, and Taupō Green to advance to the top 16. Then, they beat Te Puke and Western Heights High School B on day 2.

The following weekend, they beat Oats 9A and Papamoa A on day 3, and then had two tough games on day 4, beating Trident 2-0, but losing to Bethlehem College 1-2. This gave them a quarter final against Tarawera, which resulted in a 20 win. In the semi-final, the girls played really well to beat Tauranga Girls’ College 2-1. Unfortunately, in the final, Western Heights High School A were too strong. Although our team lost 2-0, we still won the silver medal.

The Junior B’s lost a crucial first match in the tournament against Te Puke. As a result, they had to play in the second 16, which they won, giving them a 17th place finish.

Meanwhile, the 9A team finished 15th, the 9B team 30th, and the 10C team 31st.

It was great to see all these Oats teams playing in the Bay of Plenty Championships.

Both the Junior A’s and B’s headed up to Auckland to play in the North Island Championships. The Junior A won their first 3 games against Hamilton Girls (2-1), Ormiston (2-0), and Tarawera (2-0). In post-section play, they lost 2-1 to Western Heights High School A (who lost one of their section games), beat Mount Maunganui College 2-0, but lost the must-win game against Trident 2-1, which meant the team did not reach the top 8. However, the team regrouped to beat Te Puke 2-0, Mount Albert Grammar 2-0, and Carmel College 2-1 in the playoff for 9th and 10th place.

The Junior B team had a great tournament playing in division 2 to finish with the silver medal.

Congratulations to Elissa Stocks for being selected in the North Island Tournament team, and Holly Walpole, Alisha Adie and Harriet Spearman along with Elissa for their selection in the BOP U15 IPC team.

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VOLLEYBALL GIRLS The other three teams played in the Junior Development Tournament held in Tauranga, with the 9A’s finishing 2nd, the 10C’s 7th, and the 9B’s coming in 9th.

Term 1 2024 started with the Senior A, B, C, D, and the Junior A (for experience) competing in the BoP Championships. The competition involved three weekends of high intensity, action packed volleyball. After section and post-section play, the A team girls won the semi-final against Western Heights 3-0, with Whakatane edging out Bethlehem 3-2 in the other semi.

The final was intense, with some great volleyball played in front of a large crowd. The game went the distance with our girls overcoming a valiant performance from Whakatane to win 3-2, becoming the 2024 Bay of Plenty Champions. The B team finished 13th, the C team finished 26th, Junior A’s finished 28th, and the D team finished at 32nd in the 35 team competition.

At Nationals – which is a 100 team competition – the Senior A’s qualified in the Top 32 group of teams. In section play, they had 3 wins, against Orewa (3-0), Papamoa (3-0), and Long Bay (3-0), placing our team in the top 16. In the postsection, there were a further 2 wins, against Howick (3-1), and a great win against Nayland College, 3-1. These put the team in the top 8. Unfortunately, losing to St. Andrews 0-3 gave us a tougher quarter final against St. Margarets. Fortunately, in this game, we played our best volleyball of the tournament, winning 3-1 and making the top 4 and semifinals.

In the semi, we lost to Christchurch Girls 0-3 and the 3rd and 4th place playoff to St. Andrews, again 0-3. We punched above our weight in this competition – top 4 in New Zealand was amazing, and congratulations to Tiani Rae who made the New Zealand Secondary School Tournament team.

The team members were Tiani Rae (capt), Charlie Minshall, Taska Kemp-Green, Kara Blackstock, Erin Walpole, Emma Searle, Janneke Bremer, Sofia Bostock, Maia Solomona, and Elissa Stocks. Our representative players this year were Tiani Rae and Charlie Minshall (BOP U19A), Janneke Bremer and Taska Kemp-Green (BOP U19B), Maia Solomona and Alisha Adie (BOP U17A), and Sophie Stocks (BOP U17B).

As normal, the season couldn’t have happened without the input of the many coaches and managers, and Sasha and Tim Solomona for their coaching and management of the Senior B team. I would particularly like to thank Steve Meredith, the Senior A manager, for all his help and support.

The Teacher in Charge of girls’ volleyball, Ashley Woodford, has worked tirelessly this year to make sure the girls’ volleyball programme has been a success for all involved, a commendable achievement.

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WRESTLING

2024 marked an exciting milestone for Ōtūmoetai College, with Wrestling being officially recognised as a school sport for the first time. The inaugural season was a resounding success, with a mix of both international and local students participating in training sessions and competitions, showcasing their dedication to the sport and laying a strong foundation for future growth.

A key highlight this year was the involvement of Isaac Dobbs, a former ŌTC student, who stepped into his first year as an assistant coach. Isaac brought enthusiasm and experience to the program, thoroughly enjoying his role while playing an integral part in fostering a positive and supportive training environment for our student-athletes.

Looking ahead, the future of Ōtūmoetai College Wrestling is bright.

Talented students from Ōtūmoetai Intermediate have been training with our school squad, and are showing great potential. As they transition to college over the next two years, we anticipate exciting results and further growth through the program.

The success of this first year would not have been possible without the commitment of our students, the guidance of our coaching team, and the support of the wider ŌTC community. We look forward to building on this momentum and establishing wrestling as a key part of our sports culture at Ōtūmoetai College.

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WATERPOLO Term 4 saw the welcome return of Waterpolo at Ōtūmoetai College. With the help and guidance of ŌTC Sports Coordinator Emma Henderson, this sport is looking strong for 2025.

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Badminton

Inaugural Badminton Exchange with Whakatāne High School On Wednesday, June 19th, Ōtūmoetai College hosted the inaugural Badminton Exchange with Whakatāne High School. There was a high level of competition, with both schools fielding strong teams. The tie ended in a draw, with each school winning two of the four ties: Junior Boys: Ōtūmoetai won 5–2 (played 7 games only) Junior Girls: Ōtūmoetai won 7–1 Senior Girls: Ōtūmoetai lost 1–7 Senior Boys: Ōtūmoetai lost 3–5 While the senior teams were defeated, the Junior Boys and Junior Girls demonstrated strong performances, with some thrilling three-set matches.

Beyond the results, the exchange fostered positive sportsmanship and team development, providing a valuable experience for all players, particularly in preparation for the National Secondary Schools competition.

Bay of Plenty Secondary School Junior Badminton Championships Ōtūmoetai College qualified four teams for the Bay of Plenty Junior Badminton Championships, which attracted over 150 players. The competition was fierce, but Ōtūmoetai’s teams delivered exceptional performances. After a full day of matches, the school earned top-two finishes in all four divisions: Division One Junior Boys: 2nd – Sven Van der Wagt, Ryan Baveystock, Daniel Karavatt Jinoy, Michael Karavatt Jinoy, Kane Whitwell Division Two Junior Girls: 1st (by just one point!) – Olivia Shefferd, Elani Kinsella, Maisie Crawford, Grace Gilchrist Division Three Junior Boys: 1st – Aiden Duvenhage, Seth Sutton, Kim Dogyeum, Brian Corn Division Three Junior Boys: 2nd – Darius Kemp, Divan Kemp, Finn Playford, Daniel Smythe, Ben Simpson These impressive results highlighted the strong badminton program at Ōtūmoetai College and the skill of the students competing.

Bay of Plenty Secondary School Senior Badminton Championships Ōtūmoetai College also saw five teams qualify for the Bay of Plenty Senior Badminton Championships, which featured over 170 players. The competition was intense, with many teams preparing for the National Secondary Schools championships just weeks later. Despite the tough competition, Ōtūmoetai’s teams performed well, achieving three podium finishes: Division Two Girls: 1st – Olivia Shefferd (junior), Grace Spencer, Neeve Wilson, Lexey Walker Division Three Girls: 2nd (on countback) – Catelyn Evans, Elani Kinsella (junior), Maisie Crawford (junior), Yuka Onizawa, Poppy King Division Three Boys: 3rd – Sam Waylen, Fabian Rhind, Leo Liu, Ben Simpson (junior) These strong performances demonstrated Ōtūmoetai College’s depth in badminton talent, with both junior and senior players competing at a high level.

Winter Tournament – Badminton Results During the Winter Tournament, Ōtūmoetai College’s badminton teams participated in the National Tier One tournament. In the girls’ competition, the team placed 14th in Division 2, while the boys’ team finished 23rd in the same division. These results, though not podium finishes, were strong performances at a national level and highlighted the ongoing development of badminton at Ōtūmoetai College. Ōtūmoetai College has had an outstanding year in badminton, with impressive results in both junior and senior competitions across various events. The WBOP Junior Badminton Qualifiers, the inaugural Badminton Exchange with Whakatāne High School, and the Western Bay of Plenty Badminton Qualifier all showcased the skill and sportsmanship of Ōtūmoetai’s athletes. At the Bay of Plenty Secondary School Championships, both junior and senior teams excelled, earning podium finishes in multiple divisions. The Winter Tournament results demonstrated the players’ commitment and growth in the sport.

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GYMNASTICS

Congratulations to Andrejka Bennett

(Year

10),

who

trialed

in

March

and

was

chosen

to

represent

New

Zealand

at

the

Singapore

Open in late May. She

competed

in

Rhythmic

Gymnastics in the 13-15 year old

category,

and

was

the

only Bay of Plenty gymnast to make the New Zealand team, composed of 16 other rhythmic gymnasts.

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CANOE Three students attended the New Zealand Secondary School (NZSS) Canoe and Kayak Championships at Kawerau over the Summer Tournament Week. Congratulations to Paige Martley (1st in Senior Women Downriver and recipient of the ‘Anne Cairns Cup’, 2nd in C2 Senior Mixed with Kadin Nogaj from TBC, 3rd in K1 Senior Women, and 3rd in C1 Senior women) and Marley Sykes (1st in K1 Junior men’s and recipient of the NZSSCA Trophy, 1st in Junior Men Downriver and recipient of the Cup). Ella Wilce had some fantastic days of racing too, with some close results just outside of medal placings.

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Golf

BOPSS Golf Championship: We had three students – Imogen Otto, Samantha Neilson, and Ryan Smith – compete at the Bay of Plenty Secondary School Golf Champs on Friday 5th of April. Well done to these students for their hard work and a great day of golf!

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HILLCREST EXCHANGE Te Pou Tū Ki Te Rangi – Sports Exchange with Hillcrest High School was established in 2024, and was created to acknowledge the initiation of an annual sports exchange between Hillcrest High School (Hamilton) and Ōtūmoetai College.

This exchange is intended to be a long lasting relationship between the two schools, and a carved taonga to acknowledge the overall winning school was deemed befitting of the occasion. , On Monday, August 29th, the two schools played badminton, basketball, football, hockey, netball, and rugby, with 400+ student athletes competing.

Congratulations to Ōtūmoetai College, who were the winners of the inaugural sports exchange, winning nine out of the 17 points available!

A special thank you to the student athletes from both Hillcrest High School and Ōtūmoetai College. Your sportsmanship throughout the day was outstanding and a testament to your school values!

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TAEKWONDO Taekwondo Caboolture Open – Australia Congratulations to Ella Wilce for winning four gold medals and Best Junior Athlete at the Caboolture Open in Australia.

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Students vs. Staff Volleyball - There is a reason why our Senior Girls are the Bay of Plenty Champions and came 4th at Nationals. Then, when you throw in two Year 13 boys – let’s just say the teachers put up a good challenge, but the students were too strong! Well done, students! Thank you to our referees, Stu Henderson and Delamare Langton.

Basketball - The atmosphere was electric, with students rallying behind their teams, and the staff eager to avenge the earlier volleyball defeat. With just 20 seconds on the clock, the students sank a crucial free throw, pulling ahead by two points… But wait, what’s this? The staff swiftly dribbled up the court, found an open teammate, and with a final heartbeat of the game, launched a 3-pointer…

SWISH! The staff claimed victory in an unforgettable finish! A massive shoutout to our incredible referees, Te Awa and Finn, for keeping the game flowing!

Netball - The netball game was intense, with staff pushing the limits and a couple of students subbing in to keep the action going! It was a nail-biting match, but in the end, the staff clinched the win, 13-11. Talk about teamwork and a little extra strategy!

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Touch Rugby - The Touch Rugby match was an absolute showcase of speed and skill, with Josh Brown leaving defenders in the dust. The students came together like a well-oiled machine to claim the victory. It was a thrilling performance from start to finish, with many of the senior players inspiring their teammates to push for the win.

Pickleball - this sport continues to grow in popularity, and it was awesome to see our students show off their skills in this fastpaced, exciting sport. The student doubles champions got to face off against the staff in some friendly but fierce competition.

7-a-side Football - This match was full of drama and excitement, with the young legs of the students proving too much for the staff to handle in the second half. After a tough first half, the students dug deep, rallied together, and mounted an epic comeback, taking the win 4-3! The energy was electric, and the students celebrated their well-earned victory after a hard-fought battle.

Hockey - Although the game had a few safety boundaries in place, students still got to show off their skills with correct sticks and balls against the staff (mostly their coaches). There was no shortage of excitement, as the students relished the opportunity to take on the staff in a fast-paced and fun match. While the game was light-hearted, the students’ passion for the game was undeniable, making for a great experience all-round.

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ROCK CLIMBING BOPSS Rock Climbing Champs On Friday 21st of June, we had a number of competitors at the Bay of Plenty Secondary School Rock Climbing Champs. There was a fantastic atmosphere, and all our climbers gave it their best.

Congratulations to Paquita Newman, finishing in the Top 10 for the Girls’ Year 9/10 division.

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Indoor Bowls On the 17th of April, Anae Garratt was

10 students headed off to experience indoor

selected to represent the Tauranga Indoor

bowls at the Bay of Plenty Secondary School

Bowls Association (TIBA) Juniors squad. They

event on the 31st of May – congratulations to

went to Otorohanga to play Taranaki and

India and Sciennaj for winning the Paris

King Country in the Ross Arndt Trophy. At the

Plate, and to Anae and Keira for coming

tournament, Anae won all 6 of her games –

fourth in the Championship.

the only competitor to do so. Tauranga won the trophy.

As a result of her performance in Otorohanga, Anae was selected for the TIBA Senior B squad for the Drifters Trophy - which they won.

This

was

played

between

the

Tauranga,

Manukau, and Counties associations; and the annual Tauranga vs. Auckland fixture that was played the fortnight after that.

Finally,

Anae

competed

Indoor

Bowls

Association

in

the

Tauranga

Juniors

Singles

competition on the 5th of May, where she placed second overall in the city, and earned an invitation to the New Zealand Junior Singles Finals in Auckland in September.

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ULTIMATE FRISBEE

Our two Ultimate Frisbee teams had a great day at the Bay of Plenty

Secondary

School

Junior

Champs at Waipuna Park.

Both

teams

ended

up

playing

each other in the 7th/8th placing game – fantastic sportsmanship from both teams. Unfortunately, due to the weather, the BOPSS Senior Champs were cancelled.

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Design & Proofreading team Kia ora e te whānau, 2024 was a year of firsts for me as I took over as Teacher in Charge of TREK for 2024. And what an experience it has been! One of the best things about working on this publication has got to be seeing the amazing things our ākonga have achieved this year. There is so much variety - from success in various sports to crafting beautiful artwork, stories, and poems, to running committees and activities that have enriched students' lives. There’s so much variety, that it’s impossible to concentrate on just one thing.

Speaking of TREK itself, this is the third year TREK is being distributed in a digital format. Our team of TREKKIES are wonderfully talented students with an incredible eye for design and they brought their own flare and personalities to the magazine. We want TREK 2024 to reflect the vibrant and engaging community here at school and out in the community.

As always, putting together a publication of this size wouldn’t be possible without the help and input of some exceptional people at Ōtūmoetai College. We would like to thank the heads of departments, our teachers, our coaches, administrators, volunteers, and members of our wider school community for making sure all information was shared with us promptly this year, allowing us more time to dedicate to the creative aspects of our magazine. We also need to thank our incredible librarians Carolyn Harrowfield and Vanessa Gibbs. As the TREK committee, we were huddled away at the back of the library, sitting and staring at our screens all day. These lovely ladies offered us support and help, not to mention the ‘secret’ biscuit stash we were allowed to eat every day! We would also like to thank the wonderful Adam Sushames and Mia Proverbs, who gave many hours to this project helping with proofreading.

Finally, the biggest thank you must go to the four outstanding Year 10 students who are the reason you are reading this publication today. Assembling more than 100 pages is a daunting task for anyone, but these four wāhine did it with no complaints and with a smile on their faces. What an excellent group of people to work with!

To Brooke, Ruby, Brylee, and Xaleah - you have been true assets to the TREK committee, and thank you again for all your hard work.

I am so proud of this publication and have learned so much about the school from doing this - a bonus. I wish everybody a safe and happy Christmas and New Year and I’ll see you all in 2025!

2024 Committee: Staff: Frances McAdam Students on design: Brookie O’Brien, Ruby Dowling, Brylee Davis, Xaleah Conn Proofreaders: Adam Sushames, Mia Proverbs

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