Once every two years, the Sancta Maria College community comes together for a truly special evening, and this year’s Matariki Dinner Fundraiser beautifully reflected the spirit of Matariki Herenga Waka – For Everyone. More than a fundraiser, the evening was a celebration of our students, our community, and the many ways we honour te ao […]
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On Wednesday 3 June and Friday 5 June 2026, the 11PES classes went to the Wero Whitewater Park as a part of their internal assessment revolving around Kotahitanga. In this standard, students participated in team-based activities whilst applying their selected Kotahitanga strategy to analyse its effectiveness. Our Year 11s embarked on the waves, fighting currents, and getting drenched in water. Guided by our instructors,
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On Tuesday, 16 and 23 June, the 11COM classes went on an exciting tour to the Tip Top Factory in Mount Wellington. This trip was part of our unit to demonstrate our understanding of price determination, and Tip Top ice cream was the topic our assessment was based on. Throughout the tour, students diligently took
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Once every two years, our Sancta Maria College comes together for a truly special evening and this year’s Matariki Dinner Fundraiser beautifully reflected the spirit of Matariki Herenga Waka – For Everyone. From kapa haka and school band performances to stunning student artwork and the pride of seeing our ākonga wear their new kākahu, the
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Performance schedule Time Music Group 4:15pm ~4:20pm Cultural Music Playlist by request 4:20pm ~ 4:25pm Solo || Duet Performance 4:25pm ~ 4:30pm Swicy 4:30pm ~ 4:35pm Mama’s Ramen 4.35pm ~ 4:40pm Royale with Cheese 4:40pm ~ 4:45pm Dev Combo (1) 4:45pm ~ 4:50pm Dev Combo (2) 4:50pm ~ 4:55pm Klover 4:55pm ~ 5:00pm Big Kahuna
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There will be a number of food providers selling a range of delicious dishes, available to purchase during the event, from 4:30pm. Please see their menus below: Sausage Sizzle – $3.00 per sausage and drinks $2.00 Chakalaka Gelato & more HomeCooked Moody Bergz The Caramella Bakery
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On Wednesday 27 May, the Year 7s went on a trip to Auckland Zoo to learn about adaptations and ecology as part of our science learning. First, my class went to the Australia bush track to learn about adaptations. We learnt about how different animals have different features to help them survive in their natural
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Our whole school embraced the sunshine on Friday 19 June 2026 to participate in our annual cross country. Each year group started the 3km run, staggered, with such enthusiasm and vigour. For some, it was an afternoon of wellbeing, for others it was a race to be won! The event showcased our wonderful athletes –
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As a part of our Physical Education course, the entire Year 12 cohort were invited to partake in Leisure Day on Friday 5 June 2026 to demonstrate the value of social responsibility and conduct outside the classroom. Divided into three groups, the students rotated between Paradice Ice Skating, Timezone Bowling, and Gravity. Participating in these
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The Year 11s were privileged to travel to Howick Leisure Centre and take part in the Careers Expo on Wednesday 10 June. The day started by getting into their house groups and making their way onto the allocated buses. Students were assisted by Mrs. King, who arranged this event. As students arrived at the Centre,
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