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Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make to prepare them for their future. At Katikati College we offer your child a balanced education that embraces the whole student; supporting, motivating and challenging them to achieve their personal best.

So please have a look around to learn what our College can offer you and get in touch with our office if you have any further questions on (07) 549 0434.

Ngā mihi nui

Louise Buckley

Welcome to Term 3

Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau,

As we move further into Term 3, the rhythm of school life is as vibrant as ever. Our students continue to embody our school vision of growing connected learners who make positive contributions to our thriving community, and it is a privilege to share a few key updates and reminders with you all.

Evolving Connections: Winter Tournament, AIMS Week, and Whānau Teacher Hui

We are fast approaching two major highlights on our sports calendar: the upcoming Winter Tournament Week and AIMS Games. These events are fantastic opportunities for our young people to display resilience, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Good luck to all students, coaches, and managers representing our school - we know you will bring pride to our community.

Strengthening our home-school partnership remains vital. If you were unable to attend our recent Whānau Teacher Hui, I strongly encourage you to get in touch with your child’s teachers to discuss their academic progress. Open communication between home and school is essential in supporting our students toward achieving their personal goals.

Senior Pathways and Academic Ethos

Looking ahead to next week, we are hosting our Senior Option Evening. This is a crucial event for our Year 10 to 12 students to speak with Curriculum Leaders, tertiary representatives, and industry providers to explore future learning and employment pathways. I highly advise all senior students and their whānau to attend.

As our seniors head into the final stretch of the academic year, I want to address an important mindset regarding NCEA. School is fundamentally about learning, not just accumulating credits. The idea that learning stops once a student reaches 60 credits does not align with our core values - particularly Kaitiakitanga, where we act as guardians of knowledge and take responsibility for nurturing our learning. Seniors are expected to maintain full engagement in their classes and prepare thoroughly for external assessments, regardless of their current credit count. If a student feels they have special circumstances, they may discuss this with their subject teacher and Dean so we can work together with home on an individual basis.

Student Voice: Board of Trustees Representative

Nominations are now open for our Student Representative on the Board of Trustees. Grounded in our value of Whanaungatanga, this role provides a powerful platform for student voice, ensuring our young people have a direct say in how our school is governed. The student trustee holds equal standing, voice, accountability, and voting rights alongside all other board members. Any full-time student from Year 9 to 12 is eligible to stand for election and vote. Beyond serving as a vital link for our student body, it offers invaluable leadership experience that will stand any young person in good stead for the future. Nomination forms are available at reception for anyone interested in stepping up to this role.

Welcoming Future Learners: 2027 Enrolments

Looking ahead to 2027, we recently hosted a wonderfully successful Open Day, and our team will soon be visiting local primary schools to share enrolment information with future students. Guided by Whanaungatanga and Manaakitanga, we love connecting with new young people and showing them what makes our school community so special. If you know of any families interested in joining us next year, please pass along our information - we are always happy to arrange a time to meet with prospective families, answer questions, and take them on a tour of our school.

Strategic Planning: Shaping Our Future

Finally, we are currently consulting with our community, staff, and students as we review and prepare our strategic goals for the next three years. Your voice matters deeply to us. Please take a few minutes to complete our consultation survey Whānau & Community Survey. We welcome both your positive feedback and suggestions for areas where we can grow, ensuring our school continues to be a supportive, thriving place for everyone.

Ngā mihi nui,

Lou Buckley
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