Congratulations to our winners, Olivia Hay and Dan Forster

Rāroa students Olivia Hay and Dan Forster were honoured at the Wellington North Primary Schools Citizenship Awards on 24 November. Students from Wellington North Primary Schools were honoured for being amazing citizens, contributing fully to the life of their school at the awards evening, sponsored by the Johnsonville Rotary Club. The three Takapū Northern Ward Councillors were present and John Apanowicz, Ben McNulty and Tony Randle took turns in presenting the awards. 

Teachers of the students read out citations describing the students’ all-round achievements from being very supportive of other students, teachers and participating fully in the life of the schools. The students were inspiring, and the ceremony recognises the fantastic contributions made by these the students in the presence of their whānau and teachers. 

 The club is very proud to sponsor these awards that were established nine years ago by Malcolm Sparrow, a former Wellington City Councillor, Athula Wanasinghe, President of the Johnsonville Rotary Club says. To recognise their achievement each student received a trophy, a certificate, and a photo, as well as a book token provided by the Newlands Paparangi Progressive Association. 

Every school has a shield on which are printed all the winners names. This is one of many community projects led by Johnsonville Rotary Club – a small, diverse and friendly club who welcome visitors and new members.

 The latest Independent Herald also celebrates their achievements. Olivia and Dan, we appreciate everything you have done for our Raroa community!