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“Inā kei te mohio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mohio koe. Kei te anga atu ki hea”
If you know who you are and where you are from, then you will know where you are going
The ability to stand confidently in their unique self.
Kei te tū kaha, tū maia i tīna ake ahurei.
“Inā kei te mōhio koe ko wai koe, I anga mai koe i hea, kei te mōhio koe. Kei te anga atu ki hea”
If you know who you are and where you are from, then you will know where you are going
The ability to support others to develop a sense of belonging at Rotokawa School.
Kei te mihi ētahi atu ki te whānau o Rotokawa.
“Ko au ko koe, ko koe ko au"
I am you and you are me
The ability to empower others to take pride in who they are and themselves as learners at Rotokawa School.
Ka whakamana i ētahi atu, ki te eke angitu.
"Manaaki whenua, manaaki tangata, haere whakamua"
Care for the land, care for the people, go forward!
The ability to reflect on the situation at hand and display, offer and encourage others to also use safe, caring and kind practices.
Nā te huritao me te mahi o te ākonga, hei aki ai ētahi atu ki te tiaki i ngā tangata, i ngā mea i ngā taiao.
“He waka eke noa”
A canoe which we are all in with no exception
The ability to display empathy, knowledge, understanding and innovation while guiding others to achieve their full potential.
Nā te aroha, me te mōhiotanga o te ākonga hei aki aki ia i ētahi atu ki te whakatutuki i o rātau tino pukenga.
“Titiro whakamuri, kokiri whakamua”
Look back and reflect so you can move forward
The ability to show oneself as a nurturing and caring learner who protects people, the environment, learning and knowledge.
He tangata akaiaki o ngā mea katoa i ngā wā, i ngā wahi.
The following vision statement and values were created with consultation of students, staff and the community.
Whakaarohia etahi atu; he pai ki te kura, he pai ki te ako, ki te whakapai ake i to wawata.
Consider others; enjoy school, enjoy learning, to improve your future.
Have fun – Include others – Be respectful – Be safe and responsible – Be truthful
These values guide our curriculum and learning across the school year.
Creating exciting learning through stimulating, challenging, supportive, inclusive and relevant experiences.
The crest shows the warrior chief on the prow of a canoe. It represents an old motto “Kia Hiwa Ra” which means “Look Ahead” – the current school motto “Whakaaro Nui Ki Etahi” means “Great Thoughts for Others” or “Consider others”.
Teachers use these terms with the children in class to support their learning along with our school vision and values.
23 Oct 2025
Mōrena,
This is just a reminder that today our senior leaders (Kāhui Manu Tāiko) will be fundraising by selling ice blocks for $2.00. Please send all money to School and give it to the classroom teacher for the order. Orders will be delivered at lunchtime.
Please also remember to return Te Hiwi o Toroa notices for the Kapa Haka event next Friday (24th October). This information will allow us to update our contacts and organise transport to and from this event.
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Good evening,
This is just a reminder that tomorrow our senior leaders (Kāhui Manu Tāiko) will be fundraising by selling ice blocks for $2.00. Please send all money to School and give it to the classroom teacher for the order. Orders will be delivered at lunchtime.
Please also remember to return Te Hiwi o Toroa notices for the Kapa Haka event next Friday (24th October). This information will allow us to update our contacts and organise transport to and from this event.
As always, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Just a reminder
Iceblock Sale – This Friday!
Our awesome Manu Tāiko and Manu Tūrae are fundraising for their 2025 end-of-year trip!
Bring $2.00 (please note the change to the price) to school next week - Friday, 17 October and grab a cool ice-block at lunchtime.
Please hand your money in to your classroom teacher on Friday morning. Ice-blocks will be delivered to your class at lunch.
Let’s support the kaupapa and enjoy a sweet treat together! ????
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