Here at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua we are more than just a school. It is a place where students learn and grow. Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua fosters their unique identities.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua stands on the North Shore of Auckland. It welcomes students from Year 1 to Year 13. This kura is guided by Te Aho Matua. It shapes their vision for teaching student success.
Did you know that Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua fosters a strong sense of community? Students show care for their peers and whānau. Senior students guide and support younger ones. This helps them in their learning and play.
Whānau involvement is key at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua. They strengthen the students sense of belonging. The kura focuses on creating a whānau kotahi environment. Students learn manaakitanga. It is a core part of their identity.
Te Reo Māori is alive here. Students communicate in Māori. Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua offers Māori classes for whānau. This helps them support their children’s learning. The kura has a policy to promote a Māori-only environment. Kaiako use strategies to help students grow their language skills. They use focused vocabulary. They also use visual aids.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua immerses students in whanaungatanga. Whānau interact respectfully. Students learn their pepeha and tribal connections. Senior students connect with students from other kura. They do this through sports and cultural events.
Whānau extend learning beyond the classroom. They use their skills to create opportunities. Local businesses enhance student learning. Staff share teaching skills with other kura.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua students mirror traditional values. The kura is based on manaakitanga and mutual respect. Kaiako collaborate. Whānau promote stimulating learning. Assessments help identify learning needs. Teachers reflect on their methods. Students show enthusiasm for learning.
Senior students can discuss their potential to achieve their goals. They lead activities for younger students. Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua prepares students for NCEA. They support students as they pursue career pathways.
Leadership at Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua is shared. It is based on inclusiveness. Leaders encourage communication. They listen to whānau and Māori organizations. Students lead events across the kura. This focus on leadership empowers students.
Whānau are involved in delivering quality education. They help improve all areas of the kura. They provide information. They make recommendations. The whānau makes decisions that benefit students. They review operations. Decision-making is transparent. Student well-being is most important. It guides the kura policies. Students are confident knowing they have whānau support.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua is developing a strategy for Te Reo. It also involves tikanga and mātauranga Māori. The kura is planning to consolidate current practices. This will help realize their aspirations. Students benefit when they are at the center of whānau decisions. Remember donations should not be requested unless it is for a school camp.
Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Raki Paewhenua is a unique place. It blends culture language and learning. It prepares students for success. It does this while honoring their heritage.