 We are incredibly proud to celebrate a special group of boys who have been recognised with our Manaakitanga Awards. Each of these students was initially identified for the genuine care and kindness they show towards a younger student in our school, taking the time to include him, communicate with him, and ensure he feels a true sense of belonging. What has been even more powerful is that, once nominated, so many more stories from teachers and teacher aide's began to emerge. Stories of encouragement at camp, quiet leadership, supporting classmates with their learning, noticing when others need help, and consistently choosing kindness in both big and small ways. These boys remind us that Manaakitanga is not just one action, it’s a way of being. It’s shown through inclusion, empathy, respect, and the everyday choices to lift others up. You are all making a meaningful difference in our school, and we couldn’t be prouder. Keep leading the way. Manaakitanga is a foundational Māori value embodying hospitality, care, respect, and generosity, fundamentally aimed at uplifting the mana (prestige/spirit) of others. Derived from mana and aki (to uphold), it means supporting, caring for, and nurturing relationships, often extending to caring for the environment (kaitiakitanga).
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