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Tū Rangatira is a form class open to any student of any ethnicity who is interested in exploring the values and knowledge of Te Ao Māori. The class gathers daily during tutor time. Tū Rangatira literally means “to stand like a chief”. Our tutor class is composed of students, who are passionate about learning leadership skills and life skills through Te Ao Māori. Tū Rangatira students show leadership through sporting codes, cultural activities, academic pursuits and volunteer work. Pairing Māori tikanga with Rangitoto College values, Tū Rangatira students demonstrate an ongoing commitment to Te Ao Māori, through kapa haka, Te Reo and school service activities – for instance pōwhiri, parent evenings and school sports.
Student’s who belong in Tū Rangatira have found the experience personally enriching:
