Rototuna High Schools


KORERO FROM FRASER

Welcome to Week 4 everyone. After a disappointing start to the year with the significant weather event and subsequent disruption to our EOTC trips and activities, it has been fantastic to get into our modules this week.

On Tuesday we had the pleasure of blessing our new whare ahead of the space being available for use next week after it has been signed off by the Council. This building is a significant one for our school as it is a symbol of our commitment to our mana whenua, in particular Ngāti Wairere and the connection we have with te reo and tikanga Māori. Wiremu Puke of Ngāti Wairere worked closely with us on the design of our building which connects with a significant whare, Te Miringa Te Kakara, that opened to all orientations of the compass (north, south, east and west). 

We see our whare as a blank canvas for us at the moment as we aim to, over time, involve our students and wider community by adding aspects of traditional māori design and art to the building that further magnifies it's cultural significance. We will use this space for learning across both the Junior and Senior High and also use it for important ceremonies and events during and outside of school hours.

Later this term we will hold an official opening for our whare.

Before I go, can I ask, have you explored Schoology yet? If yes, this is brilliant as it will keep you in touch with the learning happening at school. These conversations about learning are super helpful for clarifying and building understanding so thanks to those who are already onto this!

Below is a graphic for our ‘Meet the Teacher’ evening later this term. If you are new to our school then we expect you there! I cannot emphasise enough how important some of the messages are going to be on this evening for setting our students up for success so we really do want you there. Meeting your child’s Advisor and Hapū Leader is such an important first step to establishing a positive and productive learning partnership.


  1. Whānau Meet & Greet

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  2. Whare Blessing

    On Tuesday, 21 February, we held an intimate blessing for our newest building Te Turanga o Koura. Read more…
  3. Important Dates Term 1 2023

    Please see below additional dates that have been added: Read more…
  4. RJHS - Annual Athletics Reminder

    A reminder that RJHS Sports Day is to be held next Monday, February 27 at Porritt Stadium! Please note that this is a full school ... Read more…
  5. Industrial Action - Thursday 16 March

    We have been advised by the PPTA (Post Primary Teachers' Association) that if there is no satisfactory progress with their collective ... Read more…
  6. Summerset Retirement Community - Parking

    Please be considerate when collecting your student at the end of the school day - Read more…
  7. RHS Club Expo

    Next Tuesday, Tunawhakepeke will be holding a Club Expo! Read more…
  8. Black & White Non Uniform Day

    To support all Hawkes Bay and Tairāwhiti Schools who have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle, both schools will be running a non ... Read more…
  9. Hamilton City Council - Bike Safety Courses

    HCC have sent us some photos from the recent bike safety courses which were held after school earlier in February. Read more…