Introducing Our Head Students of 2025

Katie Brown, Lara Smith, Rebecca Goodin & Hayley Sulzberger

Our Head Student Code of Conduct:

As Head Students, we are role models who embody our school values of Ako (Learning), Manaakitanga (Care & Respect), and Whanaungatanga (Relationships & Community). We commit to upholding high standards in our behavior, attendance, and achievement.

Ako – Leading by Learning

• Strive for excellence in all areas of learning and achievement.
  
  

• Be engaged, prepared, and proactive in our own education.
  
  

• Support and encourage our peers to succeed academically and personally.
  
  

• Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality, demonstrating reliability.
  
  

Manaakitanga – Leading with Respect and Care

• Show kindness, empathy, and respect to all members of our school community.
  
  

• Act with integrity, honesty, and fairness in all leadership responsibilities.
  
  

• Demonstrate acceptable behavior at all times, both inside and outside school.
  
  

• Follow and uphold school rules, modeling the expectations we set for others.
  
  

Whanaungatanga – Leading through Relationships

• Build strong, positive relationships with students, staff, and the wider community.
  
  

• Promote teamwork, unity, and a sense of belonging within the school.
  
  

• Represent the school with pride and uphold its reputation in all settings.
  
  

• Be approachable, listen actively, and communicate effectively with all students.
  
  

Commitment to Leadership

As Head Students, we understand that our role is a privilege and a responsibility. We pledge to:

✅ Maintain high attendance, achievement, and behaviour standards.

✅ Lead by example in upholding our school’s values.

✅ Take responsibility for our actions and their impact on others.

Head student speeches during selection process: