Pounamu Hui mai class

Pounamu is a unique Hui mai class. It is managed and co-ordinated by Kaiako Maori.

Akonga of Maori and non-Maori descent from year 9-13 are encouraged to apply with the expectation of:

-Upholding our Korowai of values at all times: Manaakitanga (kindness, care, respect) Wairua Kaha (Resilience), Whanaungatanga Tika (Fostering positive relationships) and Hinengaro Wawata (Aspirational thinking).

-Being an active member of our Roopu Kapa haka (participating in haka powhiri, whakatau, kura and hapori performances)

-Studying Te Reo Maori as a subject

-Attendance and punctuality to all classes

-Wear correct school uniform

-Behave in a way that brings mana to yourself and your whanau

The following concepts are fostered in a Maori learning environment:

Tuakana-Teina -Senior leadership and the guidance of juniors.

Awhina: Help and support 

Whanau: A whānau learning environment based on reciprocity and accountability (Aroha mai, Aroha atu)

In Pounamu we build leaders and promote raising Maori achievement, we instil mana and promote cultural identity.

Pounamu teaching yr 9 akonga our school haka 

Pounamu 2022