By emphasising the key values of commitment, honesty, respect and excellence the school ultimately promotes a caring, supportive learning culture focused on progress and achievement.

Spirit of Kōtuhi Award

It is with great pleasure that we acknowledge Kara Visser (KBZ), Fendy Mei (KMI) and Enosh Yong (KSW) who have received this award this term. Their embodiment of the Riccarton Way values of Kairangi, Manaakitanga, Manawanui and Ngākaupono is exemplary.

We thank Kara, Fendy and Enosh for their contribution to our school and the wider community.

Spirit of Uranga Award

Leah Barclay (URG).

Leah consistently demonstrates all of the Riccarton Way values in everything she does. She is a keen learner who gives her best to any challenge, and goes out of her way to support other students and staff. She is also heavily involved in the wider life of the school through extra-curricular activities. Her positive attitude and commitment has made her a very worthy recipient of the Spirit of Uranga award.

William Baird (UIT)

William has strived to be involved in Korfball in every way possible. Due to an ongoing back condition, William has to manage his involvement in the game as a player but is always actively involved as a referee. He referees with ‘Mixx Korfball Academy’ and has done so since year 9, He attends regular training sessions which start at 7.15am, to either referee or train with the RHS teams. He is always expressing Kairangi through being proactive and engaged, always bringing a positive attitude - even when players challenge the referee, he upholds his Manawanui and demonstrates Manaakitanga with the players. The RHS Korfball teams value his contribution and enthusiasm.

Atatu Celebrations

The Atatū Whare has been in full swing this month, with a new round of awards being given in our Whare Assembly.

We would like to congratulate the following people for being recognised as the Most Valuable Atatūians in their respective Whānau Classes.

AVP - Sophie Down

AGR - Emerald Tan

AGB - Aaron Gordon

AMC - Jann Sotelo

ABD- Kavindhya Degambada

AMP - Angus Dyson

AVE - Vannah Presquito

ANS - Abby MacFarlane

AME - Steven Bautista

AWA - Jasmine Prebble

APW - Koroturoa Roberts

We would also like to congratulate Andrei Rebotoc for receiving the Wairau of Atatū Award last term. Andrei was identified as being a student who always shows our Riccarton Way Value of Manaakitanga/Respect in his interactions with all staff and students around our kura. We are very proud of Andrei and of his commitment to kindness.

Well done Andrei!!

Whaiao Superstar Student Awards

The Superstar Student Awards are something that the Manukura and Tuākana wanted to leave as a legacy as a way to celebrate a SUPERSTAR from each whānau class whose teachers believe have graciously and wholeheartedly showcased the Riccarton Way value theme for that term.

Last term our theme was 'Manaakitanga' - showing generosity, caring for others and displaying respect in everything you do.

Last terms Superstars are...

WBI - Sachin Negi

WCS - Manisha Munro

WEA - Yue Ying Yew

WEA - Rahiri Mataakama

WGN - Emma Foung

WJE - James Churcher

WMO - Eden Jones

WJT - Julia Mitchell

WRB Lily Davies

WRO - Nowell Chin

WSD - Antonia Deccechis

WST - Divan Barkhuizen

WTS Taylah Bransby

WMCY - Hayley Mason

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