Māori@Marshland

  RIKI CULLEY  Tamariki from our Korimako and Tor oa hubs have been participating in a programme called "Ko Wai Au" (Who Am I), which has been developed to support the child on their journey of self-discovery in a culturally safe kaupapa Māori realm. Matua Damion Neni delivers this programme which incorporates Pepeha and Mau rakau (taiaha). It gives tamariki the Mana and the ability to empower themselves with making positive decisions and choices, so they can become a positive tātāriki (role model) for others. This roopu (group), supports tamariki in building their unique identity and sense of self as individuals. It builds on this through supporting Tamariki in understanding how their identity plays an important role in the roopu thus transferring to their role in the wider community. The feedback from tamariki is very positive. There is a mutual respect between our tamariki and Matua Damion and the boys are really enjoying the hands on aspect of the programme. Ka mau te weh...

 Kia ora whānau,  In Korimako we have been learning the weather in te reo by doing animations. Here we have Maia and Tayla doing a weather broadcast for all their fans out there!

Sam Jones The Pukeko Hub has had a great start to Term 2! Last week, we got straight back into our learning by spending our afternoons creating our visual pepehas. As part of this, we drew pictures of our parents - matua and whaea, our home - Ōtautahi, and korus to decorate. We are now learning and practicing how to say our pepehas confidently and clearly to others. Make sure to keep a look out for our pepeha art next time you're in the Pukeko Hub.