That was certainly an interesting Term 3, and I think that students and staff will have been very pleased to get to the end of it.

In the last week of this term, Drama 101 presented Robin Hood, their major production for the year. Teacher Jason Towersey tells us about the enjoyable time.

Wellbeing Week at UHC has been a great success, organised by 10AG and the student Wellbeing Committee. Students Ryan Grant-Derpepa, Olivia Trevean, and Aryanna Billington have combined forces to tell us about the many activities.

On the Friday of Wellbeing Week, UHC’s Got Talent took place in front of an excited crowd, waiting for the talented people of UHC to perform. 10AG's Oliva Trevean tells us what happened.

Recently the Upper Hutt College Board elections were held with 5 parent representative spots contestable.

The popular UHC Polygroup has performed with enthusiasm at the annual HuttFest. Teacher Donna Montgomery tells us about the experience.

The celebration of Te Wiki o te Reo Māori was particularly special this year, as 2022 marks 35 years since te reo Māori was declared an official language of Aotearoa. Student Sacha McNeil tells about the week long celebration at UHC.

Year 12 Painting student Mayden-Rose Yuile-Vanderbeld has been selected as one of the winners of a secondary school art competition run by InsideOUT Kōaro.

Following on from the regular sporting season, a number of our top teams headed to venues throughout the country for the first Winter Tournament Week in three years following COVID disruption. Sport Activator Chris Campbell, who normally authors this, has also headed away with the NZ U16 Football side, who are playing in Australia (spot him in the photos). The first team to mention though are our Smallbore rifle team who have shot to success.

Students who began dressed in white for the annual colour run, returned to the starting position soaked in a multitude of colours. Student Grace Tilley gives us the run down.

On a cloudy Thursday afternoon, competitors took to the Sports Centre in what would be the most important house event of their lives: participating in the Amazing Race! Blake House leader Ryan Smoothy gives us the run down.

Level 3 Hospitality students have enjoyed a field trip to McDonald's Silverstream and a 'Chef for a Day' experience with Weltec tutors. Teacher Anna Holman tells us about the experiences.

Damaged paths, gas leaks and early starts were challenges, not obstacles, for the 9 Adventure class to overcome on their recent tramp. Student Elliot Johnston tells us about the trip.

In Term 3 we welcomed back International students to our school. These students provide important global perspectives and intercultural experiences for our students and it has been fantastic to see how well they have integrated into the 'kiwi lifestyle'.

As we get closer to the final NZQA external examinations students need to engage in a revision programme.

The Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce and Sapphire Consultants Pukana Internships, recently held a Hutt Valley Job Fair at the Brewtown Greenspace in Upper Hutt. Careers Advisor Kerry Weston tells us about the successful event.

Eight students from Awhina took part in the annual Athletes with a Disability Athletic Sports at Newtown Park Stadium recently. Teacher Anne Beckett describes the action.

Students in all four Houses competed in the first ever Omelette Flip-off, each taking on its own unique twist to reflect their House colour.

Students Keltia Robinson-Reidy and Samara Bridgen of 9HS tell us what happened when Chris Bishop, National MP, visited UHC.

Ms Cargo's PED102 class visited Hangdog as part of their Outdoor Education module. She gives a first hand account of their successful and challenging trip.

UHC music students and bands have had the privilege of working with Lisa Tomlins. HOD of Music Ms Clarke tells us about the day long visit.

Selected students from 10AG and 9SN went to the NIWA Wellington Regional Science Fair in August to present their projects. Teacher Kirsten Eichler tells us about the successful time for UHC students.

In the previous newsletter the events surrounding the Shave for Cure, Daffodil Day and Cancer Awareness Week were covered.

Our French exchange student Vanessa (mid photo at back) came to our French class in Māori Language /Exams week. Teacher Ali Taylor tells us what happened.

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Te Kura’s Summer School is a good backup option for ākonga who need some extra help to get them across the line.

Youthtown is running a completely free programme for all youth aged 12-18 during the October school holidays.

If you are interested in enrolling your student in Spotlight Performing Arts classes see the information below for Term 4 spaces.