“Power, Bonds, Friends = Pakina!” That was the slogan. It inspired the birth of a mascot at Settsu City No. 2 Junior High School.
Welcome to Settsu City No. 2 Junior High School. This school has a unique story. It involves mascots slogans and student spirit.
In 2014, this school introduced its mascot Pakina. Pakina quickly became a symbol of the school. Students embraced it. The mascot creation began in 2012. Students wanted to create a mascot. The student council slogan inspired them. The slogan was “Power is full throttle Bonds are the strongest Friends are everyone at No. 2 Junior High”.
A school-wide illustration contest launched. Students submitted their ideas. Pakina started as just an illustration. But students wanted more. They wanted a three-dimensional mascot. Teachers and students collaborated. They brought Pakina to life. Teachers shaped the head. Students worked on the face and body.
Pakina debuted at the 2012 entrance ceremony. It has been active in student council events. It also appears in “Ai-Satsu” campaigns. Ai-Satsu means greeting. Pakina is popular among students.
A teacher noted Pakina helps connect students. It makes the student council more accessible. New students feel comfortable because of Pakina. It creates a warm impression of the school. Pakina encourages students before exams. It participates in fundraising activities.
The mascot embodies power bonds and friendship. Settsu City No. 2 Junior High School uses Pakina to spread positivity. It shares a message of unity within the school. The school also collaborates with Settsu City’s mascot Seppie. The collaboration takes place during “Ai-Satsu” campaigns. These campaigns promote community spirit.
Pakina is more than just a mascot. It is a symbol of student collaboration. It represents school spirit. It embodies the values of Settsu City No. 2 Junior High School.