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Welcome to Vista Term 2!

In this issue we reflect on and celebrate the array of events that took place within and outside Rangitoto College this term. Term 2 was a busy time for our ākonga, staff, and wider community with performing arts events, cultural nights, sporting competitions, academic presentations, and more.

Principal's Report

Principal’s Report

Principal Patrick Gale reflects on the highlights from a busy Term 2 with a wide range of activities within and beyond academic classes and looks forward to an exciting Term 3.

Korean Night

This year’s Korean Night festivities were brimming with an array of performances, spanning from haka and doll dances to fan dances, Taekwondo, Nanta, mask dances, traditional dances, rap, K-pop dances, and live bands...

Dr Faustus Drama Company Production

With over fifty roles, many of our thirty eight strong cast, of Year 9 through to Year 13 students, got the opportunity to play more than one character in our spectacular production of The Tragical History of Dr. Faustus...

Chinese Night

Months of rigorous practice and preparation culminated in a night filled with vibrant performances that celebrated Chinese culture in all its glory....

Matariki Events

The kura had an educational wānanga for our māori whānau on Wednesday, 26th June in the Rangi Centre to celebrate Matariki. The evening was used to educate whānau on how Matariki is celebrated and how we plan for the year to come...

Samoan Language Week

During Week 6, Rangitoto College celebrated our 2024 Samoan Language Week! The theme for this year was: Tautua i le alofa, manuia le lumana'i, which translates to: Serve in love for a blessed future...

Auckland Schools’ Teacher Trainee Programme (ASTTP)

Career changer? Recent graduate? Hear from four of our teachers completing the Auckland Schools' Teacher Trainee Programme and train to teach at Rangitoto College...

Disney Karaoke

The Arts Leadership Team organised a fabulous Disney themed Karaoke event this term to a packed out auditorium of frenzied supporters.  ...

International Baccalaureate Languages and Merc Day

IB students have sat language exams this term in over 12 languages as well as gaining collaborative skills during the CAS Activity Day at MERC....

American Civil Rights Presentation

Minnijean, a member of Little Rock Nine, and her daughter Spirit, were engaging and enlightening speakers, who provided an in-depth recount of what it was like to be a black person in America during a period of extreme segregation....

Transforming Trash into Treasure: Year 10 Textiles Class Shines in Sustainability

By transforming discarded items into high-fashion statements, the Year 10 Textiles class showed that with imagination and effort, we can all contribute to a more sustainable future. The audience's applause affirmed that the future of fashion—and the planet—could be in very capable hands....

Bouldering and Rock Climbing Club

Our Bouldering and Rock Climbing Club has just under 100 members, an incredible achievement for a relatively new club, and participates regularly in the Auckland College Climbing Series....

Canoe Slalom – Brothers in Arms

Brothers in Arms, Yeonsu and Junsu Na delivered outstanding performances bringing home several medals at prestigious national and international championships....

Competitive School Athletics

Over 51 of our athletes have participated in recent competitions including Harbour Zones and Auckland Champs bringing home 5 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze medals....

Cross Country

Rangitoto College held its competitive school cross country on 9th May, enjoying great weather and an enthusiastic turnout of 154 students....

National Dance Challenge Competition 2024: Celebrating Excellence in Movement and Artistry

National Dance Challenge 2024 was a testament to the dancers, leaders, choreographers and teachers' hard work which is helping in setting new standards in performance excellence....

May Music News

Our music department have put on a diverse range of majestic performances from chamber music at Knightsbridge Village to Jazz flare for happy hour to Rocky Road and have successfully showcased their talents in several music competitions....

Volleyball Star Kalea Norton Bound for USA University

Kalea Norton, an outstanding national volleyball and beach volleyball star, has committed to a full four year scholarship at prestigious Michigan State University....

Economics Trip to Wellington

24 Year 12 Economics students explored Wellington on an insightful Commerce trip visiting prestigious institutions such as Statistics NZ, the Beehive and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand....

Geography Field Trip to Waitakere and Cascade Rivers

Year 11 Geography students visited the Waitakere and Cascades Rivers in the Waitakere Ranges to collect primary data in order to answer their research question regarding the health of the river....

Afloat: 20 years after the Rise

‘Afloat: 20 years after The Rise’ is an original dystopian musical, written by Rangitoto student Harrison Maxwell and alumni Sammy Hook, having its worldwide premiere on 28th June....

Manu Kōrero

Congratulations to Year 10 student Kawharu (Vincent) Porter recently came away with Best Male Junior Speaker at the Ngā Manu Kōrero ki te Waitematā ...

Restoring Rosedale Park

Year 11 students, Olivia Li, a youth leader, together with Milo Sandler, share the impact of their voluntary work with the Seed Whakapapa project which uses seedlings to regenerate and improve our native Aotearoa ecosystem....

Year 11 Sociology Tree Planting

Year 11 Sociology students have been learning about what makes a successful social action and a cohort of around 90 students went on a trip outside of school and planted over 1,000 trees....

Bob Narev presentation on the Holocaust

Bob Narev – an 88 year old Holocaust survivor – gave an inspirational presentation on his experience as a German-Jew during the Holocaust...

Te Ao Haka Museum Trip

Our Te Ao Haka class had a private tour of the Te Marae Atea Maori Court, the heart of the museum....

Swimming

On Friday, May 17th, Rangitoto College made waves at the Auckland Champion of Champions swimming competition, proving to be a dominant force....

Photo Exhibition

Throughout the month of June, the Rangitoto College Photography Department hosted an exhibition of student work, in conjunction with the Auckland Festival of Photography....

Gateway to RYDA Road Safety Education Workshop

Year 12 students attended six interactive workshops on road safety issues run by RYDA with support from the Rotary Club....

National Spanish Debate Competition

Having the opportunity to compete in the National Spanish Debate Competition in 2024 was one of the most challenging yet exciting experiences....

NCEA Revision and Exam Preparation

Ready to start preparing for your Level 2 or 3 NCEA examinations? We have classes to help students be better prepared for the end of year exams....

6th Golf Day Fundraiser

We hosted our 6th Golf Day Fundraiser on Friday 5th April at Pupuke Golf Club and celebrated our biggest success to date, raising over $26,500, as well as having the absolute pleasure of seeing one of our golfer’s win the grand Hole in One prize...

North Shore Careers Expo

Over 3,200 students attended the North Shore Careers Expo on the North Shore with the chance to meet with over 50 different organisations....

Blood Donation Day

Rangitoto’s annual blood drive saw 122 students and teachers alike donating blood for use in NZ hospitals....

Library – Readers Cup and Book Club

Our readers recently competed at the annual Readers Cup competition at Te Manawa Library where a team of Year 9 students came fourth - well done...

Book Corner

The Year 11 Deans and two student leaders talk about their love of stories. ...

1960’s Reunion

We had the privilege of welcoming home several of our Alumni who attended Rangitoto College in the 1960s....

Guidance Report: Eating Anxiety

Different from, but connected to eating disorders, eating anxiety is something that parents may find their children encountering at any point of their journey through childhood and adolescence...

Special Assessment Centre Volunteers

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....

Long Service Awards 2023-2024

We held our Long Service Staff Awards on Saturday 15th June at Milford Cruising Club where we celebrated a collective 415 years of service for 19 Staff members...

Class 1970s and 1980s

Rangi School Reunion
Thursday 22 August
Come along and join Alumni at our class of 1970s and 1980s Reunion. RSVP communityrelations@rangitoto.school.nz

A Choral Confection

A delectable evening of sweet music from Rangitoto Choral Programme – featuring our four choirs - The Minuettes, Cambiata, Serenata, and The Fundamentals – interspersed with some surprise vocal items
Monday 5 August, 7pm
Tickets - $5 all ages (ticket price includes a sweet treat on arrival)

Learner Centre Seeks Mature Volunteers

Reader-Writers and Exam Supervisors for Senior Student Exams
Tuesday 6 August, 10am onwards
Contact Tracey in the Learning Centre for more information 09 477 0150 Ext 826

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

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