Author: Karina Toms

Student Council

Recently our ākonga had the opportunity to vote for the students to represent them on the Student Council. The purpose of the Student Council is to provide our learners with a voice regarding school activities, culture and events. The Student Council is split into two, with one being for Juniors and the other for Seniors. […]

House Day Results

House Day 2024 was big, bright and beautiful. Thanks to our Heads of House, House Captains and Peer Support leaders for all of their mahi. The activities were so much fun and students fought hard for their house points. 1. Thomson – 7183 points 2. Hamilton – 7123 points 3. Watson – 7083 points 4. […]

Athletics – NZ Championships

Huge congratulations to Will Brown who won the New Zealand Under 16 Boys High Jump title at the NZ Championships recently. Will cleared 1.75m to win the title, in a Personal Best effort. He then had to go directly to the Long Jump event, where he gained a great 5th placing overall. Well done Will!

Football

Exciting news! Samuel Sheppard, Zachary Tull and Oliver Milne-Wahren (L-R) have been selected to attend the Under 16 Super Cup Northern Ireland football tournament in July. This tournament has players and clubs competing from all over the world and is an amazing opportunity to play against the best of the best.

Kids’ Lit Quiz Southland regional final

Three Year 7 and 8 JHC teams competed in the Kids’ Lit Quiz Southland regional final at Maruawai College in Gore. Congratulations to all three teams for their performance. A special congratulations to Aanya Shankar, Lachlan Arthur, Liam Templeton, and Walter Gibbs who placed first and have qualified for the National Final in Wellington.

Year 9 DGT Tasters – Robotics

Students in Year 9 recently delved into the world of robotics as part of their Digital Technologies Tasters program. Utilising LEGO SPIKE, they embarked on a journey of building and coding a variety of robots, including drivable ones equipped with sensors, dancing robots, and even a fitness guru named Leo that helps count sit-ups. The […]

Year 9 Tasters – Art

Year 9 Art students created stunning ceramic cupcakes as part of their taster programmes.

JHC LEO Club

Congratulations to our LEO Leadership Group for 2024. The following students have been selected to lead the club and make a difference for others. Co Presidents Sophie Byrne and Cassie Campbell Club Secretaries: Melina Salins and Ella de Garnham Treasurers: Isla Reynolds and Samara Beck Committee Chairs: Jasmine Marshall Ethan Tanner Emily Oliver Brooklynn Bavin […]

Rowing

23 JHC Rowing students competed at the Meridian SISS Championships. It was a successful day on the water after wind disrupted previous regattas this season. Stand out results on day one included Ana McWilliam and Madison Stephens finishing 2nd in their u15 Double heat, Lilah Jack 3rd In the u16 Single, and Mia Brown and […]

Kapa Haka

Hēmi Hākena Kapa Haka Roopu welcomed Te Matatū to Murihiku for their Super Rugby match against the Blues at Rugby Park. We are all very proud of the stunning part they played in the pōhiri. Ka pai Kapa!