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Welcome to Vista Term 2!

In this issue, we highlight the many events of Term 2 at Rangitoto College. Students, staff, and our wider community have enjoyed cultural nights, community fundraisers, academic competitions, performing arts shows, and more. We also advertise some upcoming study workshops and provide volunteer opportunities.

Principal's Report

Principal’s Report

Principal Patrick Gale celebrates the numerous cultural events of Term 2 and shares his appreciation to the community for the support shown towards our 2024 NCEA Level 1 changes.

Music Competitions & Events

The Performing Arts Department have had fabulous musical success in recent competitions and held a number of delightful events showcasing our students' talents....

Auckland Schools’ Teacher Trainee Programme

We are now recruiting for our future trainee teachers for 2024. Rangitoto College is proud to be a founding school within the Auckland Schools' Teacher Training Programme, which sees talented prospective teachers train in schools while completing their teaching qualifications through Waikato University....

International Baccalaureate News

The International Baccalaureate (IB) programme offers a wide range of unique experiences and opportunities that further develop students’ knowledge....

Shrek The Musical

Rangitoto College gets a make-ogre with Shrek The Musical! Our Performing Arts Department was proud to deliver an outstanding (and completely sold out) season of the full-scale Broadway production....

Dance News

Our dance students have competed in events and experienced wonderful opportunities this term—learning a variety of new techniques, skills, composition, and choreography....

Fencing

Term 2 has been a busy but exciting term for fencing at Rangitoto College, with an active competitive cycle and a larger intake of beginners....

Korean Night

Korean Night was packed with a variety of captivating performances including haka, doll dance, fan dance, taekwondo, nanta, mask dance, traditional dance, rap, k-pop, and bands....

Chinese Night

We were grateful to be able to once again celebrate and promote our proud Chinese culture with over 70 students across all year levels performing together in a wonderful showcase....

Guidance Report

This issue we explore guidance to parents on navigating the world of social media influencers and their impact on your children....

National Spanish Debating Competition

In May, Rangitoto College hosted the 19th annual National Spanish Debate Competition. This year’s competition was one of the biggest in the history of this event, with 13 schools participating....

Social Science Trips

Our History and Geography students have had a busy term exploring and learning about significant events and locations in the North Island....

Study Skills Workshops

Learn how to study smarter and get better results in our Term 2 holidays study skills workshops....

Chip Packet Project NZ

Rangitoto College is thrilled to announce its partnership with the Chip Packet Project NZ, an innovative initiative brought to New Zealand by the visionary Terrena Griffith....

Golf Day

We hosted our fifth Golf Day Fundraiser in April sunshine at Pupuke Golf Course with 144 golfers, lots of gusto, humour, and great competition. We raised a total of $25,660 towards our Hardship Fund....

Book Corner

This term our Principal Patrick Gale, teacher Ye Sul Kim, and Student Leaders, Leanne Odoom and Sean Hwangbo, share their favourite reads from the beating heart of our school, the Library, a vibrant and welcoming place that has something for everyone....

Beach Volleyball

Year 13 students, Kaia Buckley, Kiana Stevenson, Juan Carlos Quintero, and Ryan Jefferson recently performed on the world stage at the Beach Volleyball Secondary School World Championships in Bat Yam, Israel....

Volunteers Wanted: Special Assessment Conditions

Can you help? We are currently asking for helpers from the community who are available during school time to act as readers, writers, readers & writers, or small group invigilators for our students....

1950’s Reunion

The first day of Rangitoto College was on 6 February 1956 and we were very honoured to welcome back some of our founding members to the college for our first ever 1950’s Reunion....

North Shore Schools Careers & Pathways Expo

The combined North Shore Schools Careers and Pathway Expo proved to be extremely popular as many local students, parents, and teachers attended this two-day event....

Library News

It has been a busy term with Student Librarians being involved in making displays to highlight library resources and celebrate special events like New Zealand Sign Language Week, Pink Shirt Day, Cultural Week and Samoan Language Week....

Blood Day

This year, over 200 students and teachers signed up to the blood drive and 150 units of blood were donated in total over two days....

Summit Academy Gala Dinner

Rangitoto College invites you to join us on Friday 18 August at 6:30 pm at our Summit Academy Gala Dinner to celebrate and honour four distinguished alumni....

Alumni

Are you a past student of Rangitoto College? We encourage all alumni to join our community database....

Sponsorship

Have you thought about connecting your business with our school....

Career changer? Recent graduate? Train to teach with us!

Rangitoto College is proud to be a founding school within the Auckland Schools’ Teacher Trainee Programme.
We are now recruiting our future trainee teachers for 2024. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who is thinking about becoming a teacher, particularly those considering a career change and looking to be immersed in a school environment while they train. Fees are paid and a generous stipend is provided. For more information and to apply, please email traintoteach@rangitoto.school.nz.

Volunteers Wanted: Special Assessment Conditions

Can you help?
Training session Tuesday 1 August 10 - 10:45 am @ the Staffroom
Each year we have a large number of students who require assistance to sit their entrance exams and we require volunteers to assist with this. To register your participation or ask any questions please contact Tracey Dowling by email or by phone 477 0150 ext 826.

Puffs

Drama Company Production
Thursday 3 August @ the Pumphouse Theatre
Students are hard at work rehearsing for our next Drama Company event, Puffs! Make sure to save the date to experience seven increasingly eventful years at a certain school of magic.

Save the Date: Summit Academy Gala Dinner

Our Community Relations Department are delighted to announce that we are hosting our prestigious Summit Academy Gala Dinner!
Friday 18 August @ the Auditorium
This event gives us the opportunity to honour former students who have reached the summit of their respective professions and therefore provide role models for our students of today. The Summit Academy is an alumni ‘Hall of Fame’. Every two years, past students are inducted into the Summit Academy based on their record of leadership, outstanding professional achievement, and contribution to society. Their photos and a profile of their achievements are permanently displayed in the main foyer of the auditorium. We encourage past students, current parents, staff, local community, and invited guests to come together to commemorate these honourees. We look forward to celebrating with you!

School Sponsorship

Academics, Sports, Performing Art, and Culture—have you thought about connecting your business with our school?
Your support can help us continue to provide the excellent opportunities that we proudly offer.
Partnering your business with Rangitoto College can support our students in their initiatives and positively position your business within our local community. To learn more, contact our Community Relations Team at communityrelations@rangitoto.school.nz

Our Sponsors

We welcome enquiries about sponsorship from businesses looking to connect with Rangitoto College.
Please contact sally.thompson@rangitoto.school.nz for more information