MĀTOU - 2023 49 Football When it comes to sports, wins and losses are a part of the game. But what truly defines a team is not just the number of games they win, but the spirit they display on and off the field. Our Junior Boys Football Team this season might not have secured as many wins as they had hoped for, but what they achieved in terms of teamwork, determination, and team spirit was nothing short of admirable. From the outset, this group of young athletes displayed a remarkable commitment to their team and the sport they love. While their winloss record may not have been the envy of the league, their unwavering enthusiasm and determination certainly were. Despite the challenges and setbacks of winter illnesses and the impact of this on a small team, this team never once wavered in their commitment to each other. Coach Josh Alton, with the help of Callan Kumate, Luisa Lui-Webster, Tairea Thompson, Kerryn Dawson and her husband Haydn Dawson all supported the team through their season. The resilience of this team was also a testament to their character. Many times, they found themselves trailing on the scoreboard, with less than 11 players, and injured players on the sideline yet they never gave up. Of course, it's important to remember that while victories may be the ultimate goal, sports also provide an opportunity for personal growth and development. These young athletes learned important life lessons during this season that extend far beyond the soccer field—lessons about perseverance, teamwork, and the importance of cherishing the wins. This team definitely does as Ronaldo says, “Dream Big. Work hard. Stay humble”. As the season came to a close, the Junior Boys Football Team may not have been champions in terms of wins, but they undoubtedly earned a special place in our hearts. Callan Kumate Manager
50 MĀTOU - 2023 Netball In 2023 Klein Tatlonghari took it upon himself to pull together Edgewater College's first boys netball team. The season started off with 17 boys who signed up and started training. After the first few weeks we managed to narrow down our team to the most committed which included Preston, Ruben, Ice, Cas, Darren, Seba and Josh. With a few others joining here and there, the boys trained each week against our senior girl's team to learn the rules and some team strategies to take onto the court. Our first game against Pakuranga Boys was our best, with us playing well as a team and taking the win. Although the season was short, Miss Cunningham was always impressed by the commitment our core team had to games and training and the enthusiasm and joy the boys exuded both on and off the court. We hope this is the start of boys' netball at Edgewater College and look forward to seeing some new boys trial for the team in 2024. Netball Boys
MĀTOU - 2023 51 Senior Green Team Netball Edgewater College Senior Netball Green team consisted of Ngahoa Rubena, Brooklyn Fa'asu, Nevaeah Fa'asu, Narnia Siuta, Kertsein Salima, Charlize Chan, Jossy Hapai, Talei Tuara, and Sala Dau. Although the team did not experience any losses to their championship, they experienced many mishaps throughout the season, such as, injuries, uncertified umpiring and extreme weather conditions. This ultimately caused the majority of their games to be cancelled and for the season to be shortened to only 8 weeks. Despite these challenges, the team remained enthusiastic. They teamed up with the Edgewater College Boys Netball Team for training and with Ms Cunningham as the coach, they have all improved their skills and learnt to actively make an effort on the court. Chalize Chan
52 MĀTOU - 2023 Netball Senior Blue Team The Senior Girls’ Blue Netball team had a strong season. The team consisted of Year 11, 12 and 13 students, some of whom had played netball previously and others who were playing it for the first time. The team was made up of: Savannah Iro-Tulikaki, Jenavive Darlington, Sabrina Lal, Angelene Booysen, Isabella Nabouta, Zaria Sangyum, and Alanta Sangyum. From the first game against the Edgewater Red team, they quickly developed a sense of understanding one another’s strengths and this was developed over the course of the season. They worked consistently to hold each other accountable and developed their communication week-by-week. In order to develop the leadership abilities of each student, the positions of captain and vice-captain alternated each week. The most testing game of the season was against McAuley High School, it was a tough game, however, the team came away with skills they knew they needed to work on for the next game. We would like to mihi to Leilani Nabouta who helped the team immensely with advice, developing key skills, and communicating honestly during game time. It was a pleasure to coach and manage the students for the 2023 season. Hannah Cook
MĀTOU - 2023 53 Netball Senior Red Team The Senior Red Netball team faced a few challenges this year, resulting in a bit of a rocky season. These challenges included; player shortages, defaulted games, and of course some extreme weather. However, the players who consistently turned up to both training and games really shined on court and can be very proud of their commitment and effort. The team was a mix of new talent as well as players who have worked together on the court for years. Our captain, Angela Afamasaga, went out of her way to bring the team together, demonstrating a kind and supportive leadership style. Despite the challenges faced, the players on court each week brought a great energy to their games, making each one a joy to watch. The results often didn’t reflect the energy put in, however, we did secure one win early on in the season against a team from Pakuranga, which was well celebrated! Due to the small pool of teams this year, we faced off with one of our other netball teams (Senior Blue) multiple times during the season, resulting in some friendly rivalry. Special mentions: • The junior players who stepped up and played twho games in one afternoon to help us out when we were short on players (which was quite often!!). Shalika, Sala C, Claudia, Sala D, Sarah S, Ursula - we couldn’t have made it through the season without you. • Hauai, who brought non-stop energy to the role of centre and was relentless on the court. • Sela, who is a talented and reliable player and did well in any position needed. • Akanesi, who is both a star player AND attended every single game of the season. For this, she earned the “Most Committed Player” award. • Angela, our steadfast captain who both led and supported the team. For this, she earned the Leadership award. • Ms Singh, who washed our uniforms and chased up on the administration. Claudia Teague, coach of the Senior Red netball team.
54 MĀTOU - 2023 Netball Junior Orange Team This team of 10 young ladies across Year 9 and 10 level gelled as a team from the first day on court. Their commitment evident as the girls turned up to practices and games despite the rolling strikes and sickness that came their way. This group were not daunted by their opposition as they were well prepped in their training sessions with Ms Dawson. It was awesome to see the skills they had learnt used on court on game day. With the support of parents, Ms Hampton and Mr Chi, this team succeeded! Orange Team 2023 topped their grade - a fantastic achievement. The Season finished with a Tournament Day which the girls enjoyed. We wish this bunch of ladies all the best as they continue their sporting journey at EC!
MĀTOU - 2023 55 Junior Yellow Team Netball This year our Junior Yellow Netball team had a total of nine players: Shalika Carl, Taneisha Dehal, Chloe Hannken, Ursula Kimi, Victoria Moa, Ashria Prakash, Sarah Sahib, Marlene Vaega (Vice Captain) and Elma Vai (Captain). Early in the season, the team showed great sportsmanship, each player encouraging others in the team during some very challenging games. Together they represented our Edgewater values throughout the entire season. I would like to acknowledge our parent/ grandparent support throughout the season. As coach of the yellow team this year I would like to say to each one of the players in this team thank you for enriching my life, l am extremely proud to have been your coach. Ngā mihi nui. Mrs S Wolfgram Coach Netball Mixed
56 MĀTOU - 2023 Under 15 Rugby I was privileged to be asked to manage the U15 Rugby team this year on Saturday’s. I started two games into the season and was made to feel appreciated by the boys. During the season, the team showed great sportsmanship and personal growth. Even during our most challenging games they never gave up. Together as EC brothers they represented our Edgewater values throughout the entire season. I would like to acknowledge my husband for supporting me and the team and taking some great photos throughout the season. I would like to say to each one of the U15 players in this team. l am extremely proud to have been your Saturday manager. Ngā mihi nui. Mrs S Wolfgram Tag Senior Boys The Senior Boys Tag team went to the One Day Tournament at Ngāti Ōtara Park. The boys had mixed success in three pool games, winning one game and losing two, so the team did not progress to the championship games. We learned some useful skills to help us improve our game for next year. However, the boys had fun on a nice sunny day.
MĀTOU - 2023 57 If the Edgewater Boys Senior Volleyball team could be described in one word, it would be grit. What we didn't have in mastery of skills, we made up for with our unyielding tenacity and determination to win. We didn't care if we were hurt, if we got hurt, or even if we hurt the opposing team (that's a joke). Our team consisted of 10 players, some new, some old, some experienced, some inexperienced, but with the relentless desire to win. It was a personal goal of the graduating players to leave a legacy for volleyball at Edgewater College. However, wanting to win simply wasn’t enough. We couldn’t just rely on team chemistry, it was about composition and our encouraging coach Ms. Cook. We as individuals as well as a team had to stay consistent with both morning and afternoon training sessions. So we did… except for the time when a few of the year 13’s Macca’s stop turned into a Macca’s stay and an accidentally missed training session. Despite that, every other training session we turned up to, we gritted our teeth and trained mercilessly until we had nothing left to give. In spite of our circumstances, the team had a great season, with wins against Maclean’s College and Elim Christian College. The games that really tested our abilities and teamwork were against Howick, Botany and Pakuranga College. Ruben Rae, Xyril Millado and Hunter Foster Volleyball Senior Boys Player descriptions/profiles Seba (Year 11, Open/Setter) He started off as a hitter, then a middle blocker before eventually deciding on becoming a setter as part of our 4-2 offence. Seba was a key part of our team, offensively, defensively and comedically. John (Year 11, Libero) Johny John was our defensive keystone, making sure we had a good pass to initiate an attack. If we got blocked, he was the man diving to get to the ball before the ground did. He always kept a level-head which rubbed off on our team during tense moments. Kruz (Year 11, Open/Middle Blocker) Kruz was our footdragging “veteran” talent. Coming from a powerhouse of a school Riccarton High School. He was willing to do anything to win, reflected in his decision to play open, always having great input in our training sessions as well as making sure we were all playing at the highest standard. Dvontae (Year 12, Outside Hitter) Show up, play, leave, that was the philosophy of our ace Dvontae. He was our first option on offence with his killer spiking ability and he always made sure we, as a team, were playing with a good attitude. Ruben (Year 13, Opposite Hitter) Ruben was our determined and passionate team captain. He was willing to push all members to commit to training, meetings and games. No one shouted louder during our EC chant after every point in a match. He was one of our best all-around players and even played opposite hitter which was new to him when no one else could.
58 MĀTOU - 2023 Girls Volleyball this year was fun and sociable. The A team won all their games with a close match against Sancta Maria being the most tense moment of the season. The B Team improved in each game, with a nailbiting win in the third set against St Kents being a highlight. Thanks to Klein for being our umpire and cheerleader, and to the A Team’s support crew who came to every game (you know who you are). The best thing about the season was the connections we built. Narnia and Helen Salu (Year 13, Middle Blocker Salu was the tallest on the team so it made sense for him to be our middle blocker. He always kept a smile on our faces, encouraging our team and making the lost points hurt a little bit less. His quicks were monstrous, guaranteeing a point or at its worst, guaranteeing a free ball from the opposing team. Xyril (Year 13, Middle Blocker Xyril wasn’t your traditional middle blocker, measuring in at around 175 cm, however, his springy feet and vast knowledge of the game meant he could still compete with the tallest players. His jumping ability was a result of his unwavering work ethic fueled by the unwillingness to fall behind or lose. Tonga (Year 13, Outside Hitter) Tonga was our new but old outside hitter. He delivered a different type of energy to our games. His highflying spikes were fueled by his drive to win, unmatched by any other player. Tonga did what needed to be done, often playing in the back row due to his accurate passing paired with his powerful back attack. Hunter (Year 13, Outside Hitter) He could only be described as the one and only “hyperactive juggernaut.” However, his early-season injury became our team’s nightmare and every opposing team’s miracle. Despite this, he did not fall short of the hoarsevoiced support he provided during our matches. The now wiser and collected member of the team made a return in our last two matches and performed exceptionally well. Carl (Year 13, Setter) The Setter. The director of our offence. Carl had a connection with his team that of a composer to an orchestra. His connection with our outsides and middles allowed us to pull off decoys and quicks with an astounding amount of consistency. Player descriptions/profiles Girls Volleyball A and B Teams
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60 MĀTOU - 2023 Whānau Leaders What a whirlwind of a year it has been! Time really flies when you’re having fun. Having the honour of being the whanau leader for Cooper in 2023 was a unique experience I am truly grateful for. Even though Cooper did not come in first place, we certainly gave it our all and had a blast in the process. It was absolutely thrilling to finally have our long-awaited sports day back after a hiatus of three whole years. Sports Day was a fantastic opportunity for us to step out of our comfort zones and push ourselves to new limits. Whether it was sprinting down the track or cheering on our teammates from the sidelines, we learned the importance of teamwork and supporting one another. Sports Day truly brought out the best in all of us, reminding us that it’s not always about winning but about the memories we create together. I would like to express my immense gratitude to all the other leaders of the Cooper Whanau for their outstanding efforts and unwavering support in motivating our young students to give their best and, most importantly, to have fun. Furthermore, I would like to extend a special thank you to Ms. Dawson and the rest of the teachers who are part of Cooper Whanau. Their hard work and passion for education have been instrumental in creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for our students. Without their contributions, our achievements would not have been possible. I would also like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to everyone who has been involved in the Cooper Whanau for 2023. Your support, enthusiasm, and active participation have made a significant impact on the growth and development of our community. Together, we have created a sense of belonging and unity that will continue to thrive in the years to come. To the future leaders of Cooper Whānau, I wish you all the best as you embark on your journey. May you embrace every challenge with determination and resilience. This is your Cooper Leader 2023, Menna Fiu, signing out!! Cooper Menna Fiu Cooper Leader In 2023, our Sheppard Whānau experienced a remarkable year filled with achievements and success. As the 2020’s victorious team, our title has indeed played an important role in boosting our determination to break free from a cycle of losses and emerge as strong rivals. The most significant highlight was definitely our outstanding performance in the school’s sports day, where Sheppard Whanau secured an impressive second place overall. Our Whanau demonstrated their athleticism and passion for sports by achieving second place in various events such as Sports Day, MasterChef, and Theatre Sports. We kept our composure and continued to strive, resulting in us claiming 1st place in the basketball competition. However, we faced a setback in the Quiz competition due to a lack of participants, resulting in us finishing last. Regardless, I still want to express my appreciation for the students who showed amazing support this year by always being open to participating in competitions, even when it is out of their comfort zones. My sincere gratitude goes out to all the students of Sheppard Whānau. It is due to your hard work, commitment, and dedication that we have been able to maintain a competitive edge this year. Most importantly, I would like to thank the student leaders and Mr. Broderick, along with the other teachers in Sheppard Whānau. We would not have been able to accomplish what we have achieved this year without your devotion and support! Thank you again to everyone who took part in the competition as a member of Sheppard Whānau. This is your 2023 Sheppard Leader, Brooklyn Fa’asu, signing out. Sheppard Brooklyn Fa’asu Sheppard Leader
MĀTOU - 2023 61 In 2023 Ngata has won back the crown, and will stay seated on the throne for many more years to come! Although faced with many challenges we stayed persistent and managed to win back the crown! None of this would have been possible without the massive participation and support from my fellow Ngata members. It was pretty predictable that 2023 would be an amazing year for Ngata since we won sports day right at the beginning of the year, and as predicted, Ngata won multiple whānau events on a continuum, such as Masterchef, athletics day and chess. It was great to see how everyone supported and inspired each other to participate in as many whanau events as possible. Finally to end things off, I would like to give my sincerest thanks to my other leaders from Ngata house; Hunter Foster, Saluselo Pa’o Salu, Samuel Scanlan, Savannah Iro-Tulikaki and Abby Jenkins for supporting me on this journey until the very end. One last thing… NGATA, WHAT IS YOUR PROFESSION? Yes we did. We came to win. (Don’t you dare forget this chant) This is your 2023 Ngata leader, Klein Tatlonghari signing out. Ngata Klein Tatlonghari Ngata Leader Sometimes, it's not about winning everything; it's about participating with heart and spirit. The students in Hillary are a community of spirited individuals who understand that victory isn't always measured by trophies and medals. They've taken Sir Edmund Hillary's adventurous spirit to heart. Like him, they dare to dream, aim high, and keep climbing even when the summit seems far away. I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all who participated in our Whānau events this year. Your energy was amazing and the buzz at whanau events was unmatched. On Athletics Day, while they might not always cross the finish line first, they sprint with determination, throw with precision, and jump with boundless energy. Hillary students prove that athleticism isn't just about winning medals; it's about pushing your limits and enjoying every moment on the track. When it comes to volleyball, Hillary House truly spikes the competition. They might not always serve an ace, but their determination and teamwork give them the edge. Winning isn't everything; the friendships built on the court are priceless. Winning the Volleyball competition this year was a triumph for Hillary and I'm so proud of all of you. In the world of chess, Hillary participated with spirit and determination. The Hillary participants gave it their best and took out 2nd place. We also had our first ever Master Chef competition at EC this year. Hillary showed up and did their best with the fierce competition provided from other whānau. Hillary students dared to experiment, creating dishes that surprised the taste buds, and the most important things was they had a lot of fun doing it. Mrs Kumate, our whānau staff leader had a great time judging at the end of the competition! In the world of theatre sports, Hillary House knows that it's not just about winning the spotlight, but rather the magic of storytelling, the adrenaline of the stage, and the rush of applause. They might not always steal the show, but they definitely steal our hearts. Hillary taking out the first ever win for Theatre Sports was a great start to 2023! And finally when it comes to volleyball, Hillary House truly spikes the competition. They might not always serve an ace, but their determination and teamwork give them the edge. Winning isn't everything; the friendships built on the court are priceless. Thank you to all the Hillary Whānau members. 2023 may not have been our year for winning, but we played hard, fair and we had a lot of fun along the way! Bring on 2024! Hillary Tonga Siliva Hillary Leader
62 MĀTOU - 2023 Hauora Hub We have had another busy year in the Hauora Hub. Lucas has held the youthwork fort on Tuesdays and Thursdays, providing awhi and manaaki to many Year 9 and 10 boys, who benefited from his calm and positive role-modelling. We will be farewelling Lucas at the end of 2023, as he heads off to become a Maths Teacher. We know he’ll be awesome! We also had visits from George, who returned from Samoa midyear, and the Stand-Up team who supported a group of girls throughout the year on Wednesday mornings. We sadly farewelled Erika at the end of Term 2, to take up a permanent position at McAuley High School, and Sarah and Helen worked hard as the counselling team to hold everyone’s highs and lows as gently as we can. Sarah did a great job of stepping into the sole counsellor role, as Helen was teaching 4 sessions a week in Term 3. At the start of Term 3, we celebrated achieving a long term goal as we employed Jewelz Lilomaiava as our Social Worker. She hit the ground running, supporting our students and whānau with practical needs such as food parcels as well as bringing her caring and nurturing presence to the team. As always Jules and Anna, ably assisted by Colum and Aoife, the physios, and Dr Emalia took all on manner of physical ailments. The Hauora Team wishes everyone a joyful Christmas and restful summer break, and we look forward to receiving you again in 2024. Helen McNaughton
MĀTOU - 2023 63 Year 13 Celebration Dinner The Year 13 Celebration dinner was held on Tuesday 19th September. On Tuesday afternoon a great crew of teachers helped to transform the school hall into a dinner and dance venue with fairy lights, table decorations and a disco ball. The students started to arrive at 6:30 and had the opportunity for photos before entering the hall. Students were asked to provide a plate for the dinner and these were set out on a buffet table in the staff room with the help of several Year 11 and Year 12 Hospitality students. The buffet table groaned under the weight of all the fabulous dishes students brought to share. Students and staff enjoyed a delicious dinner and dessert, followed by dancing. A big thankyou to the amazing staff that helped set up the hall and dinner, clear and clean up after the dinner. An enjoyable successful night was had by all. By Fiona Barrow
64 MĀTOU - 2023 Year 13 Celebration Dinner This year, the end of college was commemorated not only by graduation, but by a dinner for the Year 13 cohort. Staff banded together to create a final celebration of their journey through EC. Students brought along their own dishes to share, making for a truly culturally diverse meal. Catering was provided generously by the Year 11 and Year 12 hospitality students. Students ate at decorated tables under a disco ball surrounded by coloured lights… the hall has never looked so fancy! By Teryn Stephens
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MĀTOU - 2023 67 Whānau Competition The whānau calendar started off with the first EC Athletics Day for a very long time. The sun was shining, the athletes were primed and an amazing day was had by all. With a range of athletic activities on offer along with competitive events and non-competitive, there was definitely something for everyone. All students participated with enthusiasm and such great sportsmanship, it was a fantastic day. A huge congratulations to Ngata who took the win. From then on the competitions were smaller, but entered into with the same sense of competitiveness balanced with our amazing EC values demonstrated so well each time. Theatre Sports was next up with some amazing performances by Kate ChandulalDee and Abigail Felix. Over a three day period, we saw some great performances and the participation was really positive for a first time event. Students were given scenarios and a time limit of 1-2 minutes to prepare before performing their scene. Students took on these challenges with confidence and entertained the crowd magnificently. Ms Williams and Mrs Kumate are very proud of the students for participating at such a high skill level as it was the first time doing Theatre Sports for many of them. Well done to Hillary for taking the win!! We’ve also had chess, volleyball, basketball, the quiz, and Masterchef. It’s awesome to see the sense of pride and fun the students have brought to all of these events, and how so many students have been involved. It’s great to see that there’s always a way of participating in the whānau programme. Congratulations to Ngata for winning the chess, Hillary for the volleyball win, team Redeem for the basketball, Ngata for taking out Masterchef and Hillary for winning the quiz. Congratulations to all of the akonga that participated in the various whanau challenges, who enjoyed taking part in the activities. A huge thanks to the student leaders, staff managers and organisers of the whānau competition.
68 MĀTOU - 2023 After a few years of covid cancellations and weather events, 2023 was finally the year we were able to put into practice Edgewater College’s revamped Athletics Day. For many years we ran a non-traditional athletics day onsite at Edgewater College which included many fun activities like shot put and an obstacle course. 2023 saw us move the day to Lloyd Elsmore Athletics Park and run a traditional event with track and field events. The day was full of colour, sunshine, laughter and fun! The students could have a go, or compete, in as many events as they liked. They were encouraged to come dressed in their whānau colours for the day and could enter into competitive or non-competitive events. Points were awarded for participation and places. Overall placings for the day were Ngata 1st, Sheppard 2nd, Hillary 3rd and Cooper 4th. Athletics Day Congratulations to the following Athletics Champions: Junior Girls Champion: Natagaret Haiosi Junior Boys Champion: Phatz Salu Intermediate Girls Champion: Ane Tetawa Intermediate Boys Champion: David Adeoye Senior Girls Champion: Seema Kaintura Senior Boys Champion: Ruben Rae Adeoye David, Fa'alava, Esther, Rae Ruben, Tetawa Ane and Elijah Pole all qualified for the Counties Manukau Zone athletics and represented Edgewater College.
MĀTOU - 2023 69 Pūhoro is a fantastic programme that engages rangatahi in STEMM by providing wrap- around mentoring, weekly tutorials, Wānanga at tertiary institutions. We are very grateful to our two wonderful mentors: Whaea Sina and Whaea Waikaraka who have worked with our 10 Year 11 Māori tauira every Friday building relationships and supporting them with their te reo, Mātauranga Maori, science and maths learning and providing information about career pathways. Every term students go to a big Wānanga at AUT South Campus or MIT with the other Pūhoro students from the Auckland region. The vibe at Wānanga is really special, tauira are reminded just how valuable they, their experiences and their whānau and ancestors are. They also get to hear from guest speakers and attend a range of fun STEMM workshops including simulated surgery using visual reality, determining stream health, making ice cream and so on. Each Wānanga finishes with the resounding Pūhoro waitata. Next year Pūhoro will bring on a new group of Year 11 students, and our Year 11’s will continue with Pūhoro as Year 12 students. They continue to be supported throughout their time in senior school and even into tertiary education. We can’t wait to see what 2024 brings. Inspire Her was a one day conference to encourage and inspire Māori and Pasifika female tauira in STEM pathways. We were lucky to get 10 places at this conference and students heard from keynote speakers who have blazed a trail in STEM as Māori and Pasifika women. Highlights of this event included the workshops where tauira were challenged to program robots to successfully navigate a maze and use virtual reality to explore the world around them and play 3D games. Many thanks to She # - a nonprofit organisation aiming to bridge the gender gap in STEM - who organised and ran the event. In addition to everything that is happening in classes, there have been a number of new STEMM opportunities for Edgewater College tauira this year. STEMM stands for science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and Mātauranga Māori and encompasses authentic, real life learning experiences and projects in these fields. Pūhoro Inspire Her: Te Whakatipuranga Wahine STEMM Opportunities
70 MĀTOU - 2023 Evolocity is a non-profit organisation that aims to inspire rangatahi into sustainable engineering while fast-forwarding New Zealand’s clean tech future. They host an E-vehicle design and build competition that culminates in a race day. This is the first year Edgewater College has been involved and it was a massive learning curve. Our goal for year one was to make it to race day with at least one e-vehicle and we are thrilled that we were able to make this goal. We Evolocity had two teams working on E-vehicles, Short Circuit (Lachlan Bold, Josh Bold, Jack Lee, Xandeur Partridge and Hayden Thompson-Tavai) with an E-bike and Lethal Current (Gabriel Linnow, Jesse Linnow, Dylan Martin, Josh Villapando and Matthew Wallace) with the ambitious challenge of an E-cart. Despite a range of challenges, Short circuit made it to race day, completing their E-bike the day before with a couple of minutes to spare. One race day, we were pleasantly surprised to pass the safety checks and raced in 3 events: a gymkana agility course, a drag race and an endurance race. Despite some challenges we made it to the finish line in all three events thanks to some excellent troubleshooting from the pit crew. Xandeur was the driver and Short Circuit placed 3rd in both the drag race and the endurance event, exceeding our expectations by a long way. We all enjoyed getting to see the other builds and are inspired for next year’s competition. A big thank you to EcoMatters Bike Hub in Glen Innes for supporting us with bikes and bike parts and to all the volunteers at Evolocity, especially Keith who came in and helped us get things working and Susan who coordinated the event and was so encouraging and helpful. Thanks also to Mrs Booker and Mr Irving who managed and provided tech support for the teams.
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72 MĀTOU - 2023 2023 has been a year full of creativity for our Edgie Artists. Our Year 10’s have painted street art inspired skateboards. Year 11’s have designed and painted tapa cloths and our senior students have been photographing, printmaking and painting up a storm throughout the year. We are so proud of all the work our students have produced this year and we hope our students have enjoyed their year in Art. This year we took our 12 and 13’s students to the Top Art exhibition at Te Tuhi gallery. We had to brave the weather but the students had a great time and were very inspired. We were lucky enough to have Numa Mackenzie (artist) visit and take two workshops with our Year 10’s sponsored by Te Tuhi Art gallery. Students produced an amazing tote bag using Numa’s personal wood blocks. We also had Aotearoa Bone Carving company come in and host a taonga making workshop with some of our Māori students thanks to the star funding we were able to access. In Term 2 we nominated two students for the annual Pat Hanly Creative Excellence awards hosted by the Auckland Art Gallery. Both Adrian Cruz and Jhobelle Iglesia were chosen as recipients of this prestigious award. Along with their families they both attended Art the award ceremony where they participated in a workshop and received their award. In Term 3 we entered 15 students' work into the annual ‘Focus’ competition sponsored by Davis Funerals. All the work we entered was very impressive. Four of our students won prizes. Jhobelle Iglesia won highly commended in the Paint category. Preston Short and Yasamin Foladi both won highly commended prizes in the Mixed Media category. Adrian Cruz won second place in the Mixed media category. Congratulations to all our students who entered their work and who demonstrated maia by exhibiting their work to the public. Remember to follow us on Edgie.Artists on instagram to keep up to date with our amazing student work!
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74 MĀTOU - 2023 We were optimistic that 2023 would see fewer disruptions allowing the Business Department to operate a full range of markets, both at school and outside markets for the senior classes. However, early in Term 1 there were weather disruptions, probably a first for Auckland schools. This year there were two junior classes in Year 10 and four senior classes, including a unit standard based course on financial literacy. The hopes were that the Level 2 & 3 Business Studies classes would be able to operate and sell products without any covid restrictions during the year. Early in Term 1 the department took 30 Level 2 & 3 students to the Young Enterprise kickstart day held at AUT South Campus in Manukau. The aim was to get the students ready to start their businesses. This was a successful trip with the two classes having five Young Enterprise teams between them, totalling 28 students. This was enhanced when three of the teams received funding grants of $200 each from Waikato University, to help them buy materials and resources for their businesses. These groups have successfully sold products at outside markets at AUT and the Otara Markets. The Year 11 Business Studies class was able to complete a school Market Day during Term 2, with all groups being successful in selling products. This was a successful event with many students attending the market during break 1. The class went on a trip to Vertical Adventures early in Term 3, to learn about human resources. While at the venue many students were able to have the opportunity to use the rock climbing facilities. Business
MĀTOU - 2023 75 Edge The Edge Innovation Programme is in its 5th year, with classes at all year levels for the first time. While the junior programme has had many highlights, this year we want to feature the big projects in Community Action for both the Year 9 and Year 10 classes. Edge Innovation Programme Our Year 9 EDGE Community Action class were given an opportunity to practise Tuakana/Teina with the younger generation. We met and connected with two teachers from Riverhills School, and then planned a range of different group projects to deliver year 1-3 students. As a class, 9EDGE learnt how to take responsibility and overcome our unexpected challenges. As a result of our group projects, the students at Riverhills learnt important numeracy skills by having fun through games and physical activities. Taneisha Dehal on behalf of 9COAC MIGS
76 MĀTOU - 2023 At Years 12 and 13 students are supported to follow their passions and career pathways with guidance from experienced mentors. We are so very proud of what they have achieved this year. It is also a bittersweet time for us as we farewell our foundation Edge students who started the programme in 2019. As a class, we all voted for events that we would like to happen within the school for our “How to be an activist” topic. The winning event idea was Spirit Week, a week where each day is a different event, with a different theme. Our objective in this was to learn how to become change makers, while attracting Edgewater students to participate in events throughout the week that may peak their interest. We started working on our events in the early stages of Term 2, forming groups, coming up with ideas, creating websites and documents to keep track of our progress. Soon enough, Term 3 rolled around, and our Spirit Week date was confirmed for Week 7. We worked hard not just as groups, but as a class to make sure our ideas were as engaging as possible, and we started advertising. We tried our events with our class, and figured out the strengths and weaknesses of our games, altering it before the big week. Week 7 rolled around, and our events were in motion. Monday was Murder Mystery, hosted by Driti, Sarah, Harlym, Sulia, Natasha & Raymond. Tuesday was Fun Fair, hosted by Mercy, Katja, Naite, Fletcher, and Adam. Wednesday was Tekken, hosted by TJ, DeyDey, David, Zaviour. Thursday was Capture the Flag, hosted by Joshua, Tyson, Jonathan and Toke. Friday was Scavenger Hunt, hosted by Ane, Cody, Carlos, Jane. Throughout the week, we noticed students engaging in our activities, and genuinely having fun. When teachers organise events, they can be fun, but might not be of students interest or appealing to them. We’ve realised that when students host events, it may not run as smoothly, but all participating students have fun, and they can engage with the events, because they were made by students their age. They have made a significant contribution to both the programme and the college during the last 5 years and we look forward to what comes next for them all. Goodbye and all the very best to Abby, Brooklyn, Emma, Gabriel, Hunter, Naomi, Rae, Ruben, Salvation, Savelina, Teryn, Tonga and Josh. We will miss you!
MĀTOU - 2023 77 The Employment Skills course is a programme that is unique to Edgewater College. It is an alternative way for Year 12 and 13 students to achieve NCEA Level 1 – 3. The course involves three days a week at school and two days a week on work experience. In 2023 the students participated in a range of training courses like barista, hospitality, forklift and retail as well as successfully completing work placements throughout the year. The students also performed valuable community service at family stores like Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity and SPCA. Thank you to our fantastic employers who guide our students so expertly and take such great care of them. We are very fortunate to have regular employers (and some new ones too this year) who are always willing to take our students and go that extra mile to support them. Also a huge shout out to Mr Scott Davidson who gave our Employment Skills students some wonderful learning opportunities this year as well as being great support to our class. We will miss you tremendously and we wish you and your family the best in the chilly deep South! Lastly I just want to say goodbye and good luck to our Year 13s. I have really enjoyed working and learning alongside you and I will miss you all very much. All the very best for the future. Ms Luisa Lui-Webster Head of Employment Skills Employment Skills
78 MĀTOU - 2023 English In our future-focused English Language and Literature Department, we envision a vibrant learning environment that embraces the richness and diversity of the English language, while recognising the equal status and importance of mātauranga Māori. Our vision is grounded in the concept of Mana ōrite mō te Mātauranga Māori, ensuring that Māori knowledge and perspectives are valued, respected, and integrated throughout our curriculum. We strive to create a department that fosters a deep understanding and appreciation of the English language in all its forms. We aim to empower our students to become confident and effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners who can engage with diverse texts and contexts. Our school was chosen to participate in the Writers Festival ‘Sponsored Schools Project’. Through this, transport to and from the venue was covered for our rangitahi. The English department took 45 students to celebrate writers and meet Jason Reynolds. Students from our Year 11 English Literature course had the opportunity to enrich their exploration of language and literature through this wonderful event. To listen to and meet Inspirational writers, such as Jason Reynolds whom our students were mesmerised. English Department Kapehu Auckland Writers Festival
MĀTOU - 2023 79 Diving into the captivating world of literature is at the heart of each of our courses. We're not just opening up books; we're opening up minds to a range of English-written treasures. From the poetic tales of Māori, Pasifika, and Pākehā authors to the thrilling techniques used in analysing texts, our courses are all about unleashing literary curiosity while developing communication skills. Our Year 9s embarked on an exciting journey of self-discovery. They delved into their own cultures, embracing the power of poetry and prose to express their unique stories. It's not just about words on a page; it's about understanding how culture, values, beliefs, and identity shape the words we read and write. And let's not forget our magical library – a sanctuary of imagination that's now an integral part of our College routine. Here, the pages come to life, and reading isn't just encouraged; it's celebrated. Venturing into the realm of literary exploration, our Year 10s have embarked on an exhilarating journey shaped by their own experiences and passions. As they navigate this exciting course, they're not just reading words; they're uncovering the lives of others, and understanding the myriad perspectives that literature unveils. For our Year 11s, the adventure takes a new twist. NCEA introduces them to the art of effective communication, teaching them the secrets of eloquence across diverse forms of expression. It's not just about words; it's about crafting a message that resonates and leaves a lasting impact. Year 12s face a crossroads, where some choose the dynamic Level 2 English Skills course, honing the craft of communication for various vocations – be it creative realms or the professional world. Here, reading and writing become more than skills; they're the very foundation of a richer, more perceptive life journey. The essence of this course? Equipping students for success, no matter where their ambitions lead them. On the flip side, the literature enthusiasts among our Year 12s opt for the Level 2 English Literature course. A paradise for those with a passion for prose, this course whisks them into the world of analysis and critical thinking. Our Year 13s delve deeper into English literature and language, developing critical thinking, cultural awareness, and communication skills. Whether they're eyeing a vocational journey or an academic pursuit, we offer our rangatahi the mighty tools of written and spoken expression, ensuring they're ready to conquer whatever path they choose.
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MĀTOU - 2023 81 Gateway / Industry Pathways Wed 26th April International Travel College NOT SURE WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU LEAVE SCHOOL? FIND OUT WHAT STUDY OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE LLEEVVEELL UUPP Wed 3rd May Unitec Wed 10th May Q&A with University students Wed 17th May Universtiy of waikato Wed 24th May mit (manukau institute of technology) Wed 31st May NZMA, NZIS and The culinary collective Wed 7th June aut (auckland university of technology) Wed 14th june NZ Defence force Wed 21st june UoA (University of auckland) Year 12 & 13's only Head to b1 at the beginning of break 1 Careers at Edgewater this year was packed full of exciting trips and tertiary tours. In Term Two as part of the ‘Level Up’ tertiary series, various speakers from universities and other providers visited each week to share pathway courses and career opportunities with our senior students. In June, Year 13 students attended the Eastern Schools Careers Expo where more than 60 providers showcased their industry, courses and roles available. In addition to these events, Wisdom Hamilton (pictured) was the successful recipient of a First Foundation Scholarship. First Foundation helps to support students through their Year 13 studies and into their chosen area of study once they leave school. Careers
82 MĀTOU - 2023 Japanese Otsukaresamadeshita! What a year 2023 has been! Year 12 Japanese took a special course this year - working alongside and supporting the Year 11s, while refining study skills to help them master the complex language they were digesting. The Year 11s were arguably the most challenged this year though - as they undertook a pilot of the new NCEA program, due to start in 2024. It was new and scary, learning alongside their teacher, but the new standards opened up opportunities for maximum creativity. Forget the old gap-fill tests, 2023’s Year 11s created presentations, speeches, short films and original songs in Japanese. It was inspiring to watch students put their passions and personalities on display in an entirely new language. The Year 10s too, undertook a Japanese Passion Project with enthusiasm and creativity. Among the projects were research into Japanese sporting events, works of art inspired by famous Japanese artists, Jpop dances, food, and an entertaining cooking show video featuring the questionable use of a sieve in the making of Japanese pancake batter. Four Year 10s also travelled to Epsom Girls Grammar in July to compete in the National Junior Japanese Quiz. Battling it out with teams from across the country, and gaining a very respectable 12th place. This year, as with every year, it has been a privilege and delight to share another culture and language with so many curious and creative learners and I cannot wait to see you again in 2024!
MĀTOU - 2023 83 LEdge LEdge Literacy Our new course, Aotearoa New Zealand Histories, has seen our Year 9 and 10 classes learn about the arrival and travels of the many waka that navigated their way to Aotearoa. We are so proud to have Tainui waka on our school logo, but it was eye-opening for students to learn about the important people, places and stories that came with Tainui waka too. It has been very special for our students to have this time to learn how our histories have shaped our present day lives. The literacy programme we offer is designed to be not only highly educational but also a lot of fun for our rangatahi. This programme encompasses a wide range of literacy-based games and challenges that make the learning experience enjoyable and effective. Our ākonga actively participate in discussions, and group activities, and we encourage creativity through various literary activities where they often work together. Peer collaboration fosters teamwork and a sense of camaraderie, making the programme even more enjoyable. We believe in the power of storytelling. Our programme includes captivating stories, both traditional and contemporary, that captivate the imagination of our rangatahi. They embark on literary adventures, exploring different worlds and cultures through literature. They also have the opportunity to write their own stories, poems, correspondence, and essays, allowing them to express themselves freely and develop their writing skills in a fun and imaginative way. Our program is culturally inclusive, embracing diverse backgrounds and languages. We celebrate their cultural heritage through storytelling and literature. Beyond literacy skills, they gain confidence in their abilities, discover their unique voices, and develop a lifelong love for reading and writing. In essence, our literacy programme is a dynamic and enjoyable experience that enhances the experience of our ākonga in years 9 and 10. We believe that learning can and should be fun, and we're committed to nurturing a love for literacy that will stay with them throughout their lives. Unuhia te rito o te harakeke kei whea te kōmako e kō Whakatairangitia rere ki uta rere ki tai Ui mai koe ki ahau he aha te mea nui o te ao Māku e kī atu he tangata, he tangata, he tangata! Remove the heart of the flax bush and where will the bellbird sing? Proclaim it to the land proclaim it to the sea Ask me ‘What is the greatest thing in the world?’ I will reply, ‘It is people, it is people, it is people!’
84 MĀTOU - 2023 We got off to a great start in 2023 with students eager to learn and teachers happy to hit the ground running. However, we were soon faced with the challenge of adapting and integrating onsite and offsite learning because of the PPTA strikes and rostering different year levels home. The mathematics department team has been working together to understand the changes coming to NCEA Level 1 in 2024. In Term 2, on 19th May 2023, I attended HOD and MU Holders Day organised by the the Auckland Mathematics Association. The focus of the workshops were to help teachers understand the changes coming to NCEA with effect from 2024. The pieces of Significant Learning are not materially different to what has been taught in Mathematics and Statistics. The real change is on how the Significant Learning is taught and assessed. The four new Achievement Standards for NCEA Level 1 Mathematics are designed for flexibility. The standards are wide enough that kaiako will be able to design Assessment Activities that ākonga can see themselves in, and which prepare them for the diverse pathways they follow after school. In Term 3, Year 9 and Year 10 students participated in Casio Mathex Competition. Ms. Unger and I took four Year 9 and five Year 10 students to Barfoot and Thompson Stadium in Kohimarama on the 23rd of August 2023. This is an annual event. It was a great learning experience and the students really enjoyed their time competing and are looking forward to going back in 2024. We had to say farewell to a few of our team members. Ms. Dudding retired, Mr. Chi went to teach at Papamoa High School and Mrs. Schoeman went to Botany Downs Secondary College to teach Geography. My sincere thanks to Ms. Unger, Mr. Yee and a warm welcome to Mr. Apineru from Edgewater College. In 2024 we also, welcome Ms. Prasad back from study leave. To the 2023 Year 13 cohort, we wish you all the very best for the upcoming exams and the future. To everyone else, see you again in 2024. Mrs. K. Ghuman Acting Head of Mathematics Department Mathematics This year in year 10 Nedge Digital Technology the learning has focussed on cyber security, strong passwords, encryption and computational thinking. We have used many different online tools including Google’s Applied Digital Skills, Minecraft, Code.org and Interland. Students have enjoyed learning using games and self paced online learning. Highlights have been breaking a random substitution cypher and learning how easy it is to hack weak passwords. NEdge Digital Technology
MĀTOU - 2023 85 It was a new and exciting media department this year. Level 1, 2 and 3 all working in the same room. Busy? Yup! Scary? No way! Students of different levels shared ideas and collaborated across year-levels. It was exciting and challenging. We began the year debating the most ‘diverse’ Oscars yet. Or were they? Then used hit music videos and Marvel shows to break down how our favourite movies are made. From Term 2 the class split with each student choosing the projects they wanted to work on. We had instructional videos, fairy-tale adaptations, short films questioning corporate sustainability, or student mental well-being. There was research into the beginnings of the movies, and the start of Tiktok. Media Studies While some Year 11’s analysed their peer’s media usage, and found out which teachers used the most social media. The end of the year brought on the genre studies. Year 13 tackled Dystopian Sci-fi; and what it tells about our fears and politics. While Year 11 took a different tack - taking a giddy romp through the history of Space Opera - and how genres capture audiences’ hearts. With no Censor for a Day, or 48 Hour Furious Filmmaking Competition, the year promised to a quiet one for our little department, but the curiosity and creativity of the 2023 media studies class was invigorating. Well done media 2023 - we can’t wait to see what you do in 2024!
86 MĀTOU - 2023 The end of the academic year is always a sad time to say goodbye to the Year 13’s but it’s also a great time to look back on the year and celebrate the achievements and overall performance of the students in the Physical Education department. We’ve had an amazing time with an incredible group of students across all year levels but we’re particularly proud of the senior students and their willingness to try new things and get involved in a wide range of activities. The Year 13 students started the year participating in a performance improvement programme with a goal of completing a 5km run. They trained hard over 6 weeks in hot weather and finished their assessment at the community parkrun event at Barry Curtis Park. All students did an amazing job and were justifiably proud of their achievements. For the rest of the year there was a focus on football with the FIFA Womens’ World Cup being played in New Zealand. A practical unit on futsal followed by a class trip to watch Portugal and USA play at Eden Park were two highlights. The year finished with a unit of work where students tried to improve their golf swing. Some success was achieved with this when we managed to have a lesson from a professional at the local golf club. Pe/Health The Year 12 students also had a great year. Starting off with writing their own gym programme and finishing the year by teaching the Year 9 and 10 students, there was quite a variety. The tuakana/teina relationships the students have with our juniors was awesome to watch and they did a great job promoting physical well-being and sportsmanship among our junior students. Year 11 is the start of the learning programme about how the body works and moves, and the students have had great success in this learning area culminating in dissecting a heart and blowing up sheep lungs. The focus in practical classes is on teamwork and ensuring that all students are included and able to perform in an encouraging environment to the best of their ability. Some great displays of sportsmanship and leadership was shown throughout the year and we look forward to seeing these students develop through to Year 13. Senior Outdoor Education has also had an awesome year. Students had the opportunity to go on a variety of trips and camps, and the different activities they experienced were amazing. The classes started the year with a beautiful kayaking trip in the warm weather and finished with a solo overnight tramp. In between there were a number of activities including a practical assessment on rock climbing. A massive thank you to Mr Worsfold for all the opportunities provided. In our junior classes the PE department has encouraged physical activeness, manaakitanga, teamwork, and sportsmanship among our students. The students have been engaged and it’s been great to have an uninterrupted year. The focus has been on providing more scaffolding for our juniors as they head into NCEA and the new changes coming in and it was cool to see the juniors engaged in this learning. We would like to thank the students for an amazing year. We’ve all thoroughly enjoyed having such a great group of students who were enthusiastic, engaged and enjoying PE this year.
MĀTOU - 2023 87 Outdoor Education has had to overcome a lot of challenges this year. Term 1 began with both classes trying to get to the beach every week and practise their kayaking skills. Year 12 learning new skills and applying a risk management plan and Year 13 building on last year’s skills and learning how to operate double sea kayaks ready for a multi-day trip. The Auckland floods and cyclone Gabrielle meant we were often unable to get out due to the severe weather and the beaches were often closed due to pollution making them unsafe to swim in. Term 2 was not much better due to more bad weather and a lot of teacher strikes falling on our planned activities. Despite this both classes have been able to take part in a range of activities. The Year 12’s highlight was their camp in Waikaretu. Here they went tramping, had to cross a river on a bridge they had to construct using ropes. They took part in abseiling and caving and had to cook all their food over small cookers. There was lots of time to bond, and be challenged both physically and mentally. The Year 13’s at the end of Term 1 had a multi-day kayak trip which they had to train and plan for. Day 1 the weather was fine and they travelled 22 km by kayak, along waterways and around the coast to their first camp site. At one point they could debris 8 m up in the trees from the flooding a few weeks earlier, demonstrating how powerful the floods had been. On day 2 the weather turned, creating very rough conditions, part way into the second leg. For safety reasons it was decided to turn back and return to the first campsite. Even though they didn’t make their second campsite, the students had a great time riding some awesome waves and despite the very trying conditions, no-one capsized. It was a really good example, for them of risk management being put into practice and why we make alternative plans for every activity. You never know what could go wrong. The students also took part in rock climbing, and some went on to compete and even made the finals of an inter-school competition. Sadly, again due to bad weather the Rock-climbing Camp was postponed and later cancelled. The Year 13’s have also been looking and building on their survival skills, which the way Auckland has been affected by weather, may come in handy sooner than they think. Despite all the challenges Outdoor Education has definitely still managed to have some fun and help another group of students enjoy some of the amazing outdoor activities Aotearoa has to offer. Outdoor Education
88 MĀTOU - 2023 2023 has been another enjoyable year for Science. Our focus this year has been to increase the range of opportunities for students in science and to support students to meet their science pathway goals. The STEMM opportunities pages provide more details. We also have been working on increasing practical opportunities in the senior school as shown below. We also want to congratulate Neill Toona who has been awarded a fully funded position at the Macdiarmid Institute Discovery Camp. Only a small number of students around the country are selected each year so this is a big achievement. This is a week-long camp in January 2024 where Neill will be working with other talented science students and experts from universities and science based innovators and researchers. Science
MĀTOU - 2023 89 Social Sciences This year the department was guided by the whakatauki “ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini’ - success is not the work of an individual, but of many. As a department we aim to build collaborative relationships with our students and support them to succeed in their chosen area. In the junior school we continue to embed new curriculum changes into our course, and we have enjoyed seeing our students learn about Ko Wai Koe/ Identity, Kaitiakitanga/Sustainability, Tika Tangata/ Human Rights, Raru/Conflict, Mana Tangata/Power and Politics and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. In the senior school students enjoyed a range of subjects on offer including Senior Social Studies where they learnt about social action and protest movements, History where students covered different world conflicts like the Vietnam War, Humanities which looked at Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome and the Pacific, and Geography where they learnt about Climate issues and human Geography. We have had another fantastic year in the Social Sciences department and I would like to acknowledge the wonderful staff that have made this year successful. Firstly I would like to thank Juliette Schoeman, who we farewelled in Term 3, for all her hard work in both the Geography and Social Studies department. We were lucky enough to welcome Briar Kingston who joined us in Term 3 and she has been a great addition to the team. Finally, a big thank you to Katarena Bisset, Hannah Cook and Claudia Teague for their endless hard work and support of our ākonga.
90 MĀTOU - 2023 Social Sciences Our social studies class was part of the NCEA pilot, and have had the opportunity to take part in a social action that tackled a social issue - Fast Fashion. We were concerned with the rapid and cheap design, manufacturing and marketing of clothing at high volumes. To challenge that, we assembled EC Thrifts to provide free clothes to the community to sustain the use of sustainable consumerism and educate peers the importance of reusing. We each had different roles such as merchandisers, communications, marketing and social media to plan our event. We were able to work collaboratively and interact with whānau and our community to put on a very successful community event, EC Thrifts, on Wednesday 30 August. It was great to see so many of our community show up and take advantage of what was on offer. Charlize Chan on behalf of 1SSS MHGA
MĀTOU - 2023 91 Level one DVC students have been working on a design for outdoor furniture for the Level 2 and 3 students have been working with Auckland Transport and Warren and Mahoney Architects to develop designs for bus stations at The Plaza and Edgewater shops. This has been a great opportunity to work with the community. Students have been learning to apply design thinking and develop design awareness through research, sketching, and using digital modes and modelling techniques and were introduced to two new computer modelling programmes more suitable for product design. We had a fun filled year learning how to make barista coffee, mocktails, sandwiches and burgers to just to name some of our delicious cooking items. Our catering team yet again performed well in catering for several events, especially the Year 8 Open Evening. Ms Barrow, one of our Hospitality teachers, took the Kōwhiri Ākonga cooking classes which was a popular student option. Students in this activity learned a wide variety of skills from making wontons and lasagne, through to making churros. Our students also created their own digital food technology portfolios showcasing their work demonstrated in class which proved a wonderful record of how their skills have improved. Technology Design and Visual Communication Food Technology and Hospitality
92 MĀTOU - 2023 Technology The senior courses focused on the building, construction and furniture industries led by Mr Nand. Students were taught knowledge of safety, selecting, applying, and joining processes; safe use and care of hand and power tools; and documentation of projects. Level 1 students constructed a tea tray andalso made a stool as a new project this year. Level 2 students constructed a modified toolbox design that incorporated a drawer and a hinged door. Level 3 students had a design your own project with a great range of products being designed and built including; a fruit stall, sun lounger, and wheelbarrow. Construction Technology
MĀTOU - 2023 93 Class of 2023
94 MĀTOU - 2023 Abby Jenkins Abigail Felix Adrian Cruz Afrid Haja Hussain Aiden Blanckenberg Alex Nartea Alex Vasquez Alexa Berino Ali Salman Ali
MĀTOU - 2023 95 Anastaisa Anae Artemas Kelsall Arvin Esteban Briana Hayes Brooklyn Fa'asu Brooklyn Taufa Cas Masiniua Charlie McMillan Darren Tanga
96 MĀTOU - 2023 Davarni Soane-Rakete Dawn Tendenguwo Dylan Martin Emma Salthouse Essence Hau Fa'atonu Liuia Lavata'i Faalili Pelenato Gabriel Brown Gabriel Linnow
MĀTOU - 2023 97 Gavin Chen Hema Manu Hillary White-Taumaunu Hunter Foster Isaiah Rapana James Nansen Jen Darlington Jessica Palesoo Joelai Masiniua
98 MĀTOU - 2023 Josh Villapando Joshua Vilikoka Jossy Hapai Juliette Leone Jusleen Kaur Singh Justin Flaus Kate Chandulal-Dee Kayden Chan Kerstein Salima