Junior College student achievement was formally recognised at the Year 9 and Year 10 Prize Givings, which were both held in the final week of school.

The Year 9 ceremony was held at Hagley in Gym 2, and we were pleased to see so many parents and whānau able to attend to help celebrate with us. The Year 10 event was at St Margaret’s College, with a bumper turnout of parents and whānau.

Te Puna Wai o Waipapa Kapa Haka rōpū performed to captivated audiences for both events, providing a wonderful energy and support for students gaining awards. Israel Mullen delighted the audience with a superb piano rendition of “All of Me” by John Legend at the Year 9 event and Ruby Comfort’s excellent performance of “They Don’t Know About Us” by One Direction drew rousing applause at the Year 10 event.

Congratulations to all subject prize winners and Te Putanga certificate recipients – your hard work and commitment to learning is reflected in these achievements.

Special prizes went to the following students:

Sporting Excellence:

• Year 9 Boy – Tyler Salkeld
• Year 9 Girl – Eve Tonascia
• Year 10 Boy – Geordan Day
• Year 10 Girl – Nova Taukamo & Lily Tonascia
  

National & Local Honours Recognition:

• Toi Taratoa-Bannister – Surf Life Saving
• Muika Dodd – CircoArts
• Eve Tonascia – Korfball
• Geordan Day – Korfball
• Brody Tew – Korfball
• Nova Taukamo – Korfball
  

Tutor Awards:

9BB – Dylan Boyer – Dylan is a polite, thoughtful student who can work with anyone in the class. In a stressful year like this, it has been great to have Dylan’s friendly, calm presence in the classroom. He is willing to take on whatever challenges are set for him, and he encourages those around him as well. Dylan has been a real asset to 9BB.

9CDL – Jesse Easterbrook – Jesse is a very charismatic student who inspires others to be better. He excels at both sport and academic pursuits. He is always willing to give anything a try and always ensures that he does his best. He is a pillar of the classroom.

9PDS – Olivia Meek – From the start of the year Liv has shown care and concern for others. During lockdown, Liv was a key student in the class, helping people to connect to each other and helping us to maintain strong relationships. This interest in supporting others has made people feel safe, welcome and a part of the community at Hagley College. Her positivity and ability to enthusiastically lead the class has been appreciated. Liv has modelled the values of the College and shown herself to be a wonderful member of our class.

9SCR – Piki Kotuku Aumua-Carrick – Piki Kōtuku is a kind, polite, and positive ākonga. She is always willing to help out her peers and her Kaiako, with a smile on her face. She epitomises the friendly wairua of 9SCR and is fundamental to the culture of our class. We look forward to seeing her fulfill her leadership potential in the coming years. Ko te aha te mea nui o te ao? Ko te aroha! He mihi nui ki a koe, Piki Kōtuku.

9WT – Alice Mussett – Alice always presents as a cheerful, happy student. She is always fully engaged with her class work. The presentation of her work is at a very high standard and reflects the pride she takes in her work. She is always courteous and considerate of others. An all-around student participating and contributing to the wider College, she has made a great start to her journey at Hagley College.

10CC – Tyra Maxfield – Tyra is always kind, caring and polite. She makes everyone feel included in class by helping out whenever it is needed. Tyra is also very reliable and thoughtful and her contribution in class and in her friendship group is always very positive. Ka pai, Tyra!

10DM – Gabriel Thomson – Gabe is a quiet achiever who embodies all of Hagley's values. Gabe sets an example in class by working hard at his class work and working well with others. Gabe is respectful of his teachers, fellow students and the environment, and it has been great to see Gabe grow his interpersonal skills and confidence this year. This was particularly evident on the Year 10 camp where Gabe enthusiastically took part in some of the more challenging camp activities such as coast-steering.

10HG – Hariz Mohd Tarmizi – Hariz has overcome personal challenges and shown enormous courage which has allowed him to shine as a student at Hagley this year. He has built his personal confidence and has emerged as a model student in the class. His determination and hard-working attitude, alongside his friendly, calm and gentle manner has made him an absolute delight to have in the class.

10HHA – Chey Maddock – With always a polite and enthusiastic greeting for everyone, Chey settles into work quickly and does things independently, while striving to do her best. She gets on well with everyone in class, and around school. She’s always happy to help out any way she can.

10TM – Tylor Chatterton – Tylor is great at believing in those around him. He will partner with any student in the class without complaint, trusting they will give of their best. He always respects the beliefs of others without censure or criticism and does the right thing. He walks the talk. A great student and a great role-model for others.

10YP – Alia Tulk – Alia has been a terrific student and key member of 10YP. She excels with her endless enthusiasm and positive energy in class. She is valued by others for her friendly nature and her acceptance of others. Alia tackles any challenge with positive spirit that is unmatched at Hagley and sets a high standard for others in the class to follow.

Tohu Tētē Kura

• Kallarney Rotana Clarke – Year 9
• Nova Taukamo – Year 10

Year 10 General Excellence Awards

• Dom Anderson
• Rufus Baxendell
• Geordan Day
• Jorja Hutton
• Georgia Lohrey
• Xian Millar
• Luka Parker
• Max Robinson
• Nova Taukamo
• Aaliyah Uden

Tuakana Taina

Jack Conlan – Year 9

Jack is a great exemplar of our school values. He is very considerate of others – he pays attention to how others are doing, and if someone is struggling, he will always offer support.

Jack is a positive thinker and has a great respect for others and himself. If he misses any work, he is keen to complete it at home. He is open minded and respectful of the diversity in our class. He is polite and enthusiastic. Never a bad word about anyone. Genuinely interested in his peers and teachers. Happy to help out anyone who needs it and has an overall positive attitude to life.

Jack is patient and empathetic and encourages others to do their very best. He is a role model of resilience and positivity and is willing to challenge himself in a variety of settings. He really is a brilliant representation of Hagley’s values and we are confident he will continue to shine.

Jorja Hutton – Year 10

Jorja is a kind, supportive, driven student who is constantly supporting and encouraging others. A strong and confident role model, who advocates for positive change and leads new ideas and initiatives that benefit the well-being of others.

She has lived out the College values such as tuakana taina in presenting manu korero in English while we were focusing on speeches to set an example for others, showing tika by asking after a student who seemed a bit distressed, and whakamarumaru by meeting deadlines, seeking feedback and extending learning.

Jorja has been an exceptional leader in te Ao Māori this year. A staunch advocate for tika who will readily take on a challenge when something is not right. In 2020 this student has taken responsibility for many kaupapa and her mana within the kura has grown considerably. He wahine toa, he wahine kaha.

Kei te mahi tino pai koutou!!

Year 9 Prizegiving photos are available on our Facebook page now (https://www.facebook.com/hagleycollege/) and the link to Year 10/10HG Prizegiving photos will be available via Facebook as soon as possible during the Christmas break.