Kia ora parents, caregivers and whānau

Here are our school values. It is good for us all to reflect on these at this time. In the attached video Shamia Ali, a year 13 student, is delivering a speech on racism as part of the Regional Race Unity Competition, in which she came runner up during lockdown. She is a wonderful example of rangatiratanga.

Manaakitanga

At Te Kura o Hine Waiora, students and staff respect and are generous towards each other. They support one another and this is reciprocated. The environment is warm and caring and everyone is treated with dignity.

Whanaungatanga

At Christchurch Girls’ High School a strong sense of belonging is developed through students and teachers working together. Students and staff feel connected and positive relationships are fostered. Challenges and successes are shared and personal achievements are celebrated.

Aroha

The Te Kura o Hine Waiora whānau show empathy and concern for others. They have an understanding of the world and people beyond their own circumstances, giving service and acting with decency.

Rangatiratanga

At Christchurch Girls’ High School, students and staff stand tall and proud. They have courage and strength of character to do what is right, facing challenges and change with confidence. Mana is demonstrated in relationships between and within staff and students.

Ngā mihi nui

Christine O’Neill