News ~ Pānui
We are excited to invite parents and students to our Junior Prizegiving, celebrating the achievements of our Year 9 and 10 ākonga.Date: Thursday 12 DecemberTime: 11:00am – 12:30pmVenue: School HallDress Code: Students to come in tidy school uniformFollowing the Prizegiving, students will be dismissed and are expected to go home.We look forward to seeing you there to celebrate this special occasion!...
December 6, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaAs Term Four progresses, we continue to celebrate the achievements and opportunities for learning at Hastings Girls’ High School – Ngā Rau Huia o Ākina. Our senior students have now completed their external examinations, marking the culmination of their hard work and preparation. It has been inspiring to see the determination and resilience they have shown throughout this important period, and we are incredibly proud of their efforts. This milestone is a testament to th...
November 29, 2024News ~ Pānui
What an incredible week it has been at Hastings Girls’ High School!Last night we were thrilled to host our MakerImpact Market, showcasing the talents of our Enterprising for Impact and Being an Innovative Designer Hub students. The creativity, quality and innovation of their products were simply outstanding—perfect for stocking fillers this holiday season! It was heartwarming to see so many friends and whānau attending and supporting our students. A huge thank you to everyone who made this ...
November 22, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaIt’s been a short but action-packed week here with all our senior students on study leave as they tackle their NCEA exams. We hope each of them achieve their best!Our annual sports exchange against Gisborne Girls’ High School brought great energy with strong performances from our Junior Volleyball, Netball and Sevens Rugby teams. We’re thrilled to announce that we retained the shield for another year and look forward to hosting the competition at home next year. In other...
November 15, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaAs we head further into November, our senior students have now officially commenced their study leave, preparing for and sitting their NCEA exams. We wish each of them the very best and encourage them to fully engage with the resources available—whether by checking our Facebook page for updates, reading their emails for scheduled tutorial times, or meeting with their teachers for extra guidance. Attending these tutorials can make a world of difference, giving students the op...
November 8, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaAs we enter November, we’ve been gifted with beautiful weather, and it’s been wonderful to see our students making the most of it during lunchtimes and breaks. The energy and laughter filling our outdoor spaces reflect the vibrant life of our school.This week has been particularly significant for our Year 13 students, marking a series of “lasts” as they experience their final days here at Hastings Girls’ High School. Yesterday, we honoured them with a special Leavers...
November 1, 2024News ~ Pānui
It has been an exciting and rewarding week here at Hastings Girls' as we celebrated the achievements and leadership of our students. On Wednesday, our students were awarded their Gold Ākina badges, recognising their dedication, service, and engagement throughout the year. This prestigious award is a reflection of the hard work and commitment our students have shown in living out our school values.We also announced our 2025 Student Leaders. It was a challenging process, given the incredible dept...
October 24, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaA warm welcome back to Term Four! This is an exciting time of the year as we come together to celebrate the many successes of our ākonga across all areas of school life. From academic achievements to sporting excellence, cultural performances, and leadership milestones, Term Four provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the incredible journey we have been on this year.Over the last few weeks, we have been deeply engaged in the process of appointing our student leaders fo...
October 18, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaThis week, Associate Minister of Education David Seymour announced a series of actions aimed at addressing poor attendance across the education sector. With a national target of 90% attendance—equating to no more than five days away from school per term—there is a clear focus on improving student presence in classrooms. Since the beginning of 2023, we have seen a steady increase in attendance here at Hastings Girls' High School - Ngā Rau Huia o Ākina. While we are making...
September 27, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaAs Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori draws to a close, I reflect on the many highlights we have experienced throughout the week. Monday’s student-led assembly was a powerful way to set the tone for the week, with ākonga/students sharing their passion for Te Reo with the wider school community. It was a beautiful expression of pride in our language and culture. Throughout the week, students showcased their learning in an exhibition of mahi/work, designed to inspire others to learn mor...
September 20, 2024News ~ Pānui
It was a privilege to attend the Heretaunga Lions Young Achiever Awards earlier this week where we celebrated the outstanding achievements of young people from across our region. Our guest speaker for the evening was Aaliyah Ah Kiong, an old girl of Hastings Girls' High School and a recipient of this award in 2014. Aaliyah shared her inspiring journey over the past ten years in her talk titled ‘Life Beyond the Basketball.’ She spoke candidly about her personal journey of self-discovery, embr...
September 13, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora e te whānauFirstly, I want to acknowledge and congratulate all our students who represented Hastings Girls' High School on the sports arena during Tournament Week. Our teams showcased determination, teamwork, and resilience with each experiencing the joys of victory and the valuable lessons that come from facing defeat. These experiences, both the wins and the losses, are crucial in shaping who we are. They remind us that it’s not just the results that matter but how we conduct oursel...
September 6, 2024News ~ Pānui
Tēnā koutou katoaThis week we were privileged to come together as a school community for an unforgettable performing arts Showcase on Wednesday night. Our students took to the stage sharing their incredible talents, learning, and deep passion for the performing arts. It was inspiring to see them explore new and varied genres, expressing themselves with confidence and creativity. From heartfelt performances to powerful expressions of culture and identity, it was a night that truly celebrated th...
August 30, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora koutouUnderstanding the NCEA framework is crucial for our students and your support plays a significant role in helping them navigate this journey. As you're aware, the recent changes to Level 1, including the new literacy and numeracy requirements, have added some challenges this year. The more informed our students are, the better they can track their progress towards their learning goals.If your student needs further support in understanding their results, please encourage them to spe...
August 23, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora koutouI hope this message finds you well. I want to take a moment to highlight some of our recent Education Outside the Classroom (EOTC) opportunities and reflect on why these experiences are such an essential part of our curriculum at Hastings Girls' High School - Ngā Rau Huia o Ākina.EOTC provides our students with the chance to engage with their learning in authentic, real-world contexts. We know that learning is most effective when it is meaningful and connected to the world around...
August 16, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora koutou This term, our focus value is whakaute. Whakaute is about acknowledging the mana of others, showing kindness, and treating everyone, including ourselves with dignity. The value of whakaute will be a focus through the junior curriculum, with Ākina Groups setting goals around this. Students will explore what whakaute might look, sound, and feel like in their daily interactions, fostering a culture of mutual respect and understanding.It was wonderful to see many of our families at o...
August 9, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora koutouWelcome to this week's Pānui. We have some exciting property updates and improvements to share with you.Property UpdatesThroughout the year, we have been working hard to enhance our school facilities and create a more welcoming and functional environment for our students.Turf Area Outside Te RourouEarlier in the year, we were delighted to install a permanent turf area outside Te Rourou where our students are served lunch. This area now includes new seating and improved shade sails...
August 2, 2024News ~ Pānui
Kia ora koutou,Welcome back to the first week of Term 3! I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable holiday. We are excited to kick off the term with some wonderful news and upcoming events.Firstly, we are thrilled to welcome two new staff members to our team. Mrs. Nicky Blakeley joins our mathematics department, bringing her wealth of knowledge and passion for teaching. Ms. Hetty McLennan joins our Learning Support team, where she will be instrumental in providing additional assistance to our s...
July 26, 2024News ~ Pānui
There have been some price adjustments to our Flaxmere, Havelock North and CHB/Waipawa bus routes from Term 3. The information has been emailed to the parents/whānau/caregivers of those who have registered to ride these buses. Notices have also been given out to the students on the bus. If you have any questions regarding these changes please contact our bus controller, Rob Orr: or@hastingsgirls.com...
June 27, 2024News ~ Pānui
Last Sunday, five of our students were involved with the Hawke's Bay Festival of Bands, playing in the Concord Symphonic Band. This year the festival included 15 bands from around Hawke's Bay, the Manawatu and as far as Hamilton. The diverse bands were from schools or community groups and were jazz bands, concert bands or orchestras. Our students have been playing as part of the Concord Symphonic Band this year which is a historical partnership between HGHS and Lindisfarne College being rejuvena...
June 21, 2024News ~ Pānui
The Junior Whānau Hui/Parent Teacher Interviews will be held on Tuesday 18 June from 4-6pm in the School Hall. This will be an opportunity to come in and meet teachers and discuss your student's progress. There will be no booking system for these interviews so please come along when it suits between 4-6pm....
June 14, 2024News ~ Pānui
Thank you Hastings Boys' High School for hosting our annual Leaders Breakfast. It was great to catch up again, breakfast was delicious and we look forward to reconnecting later in the year for our annual Netball match....
June 7, 2024News ~ Pānui
E muamua lava ona si’i le vi’iga ma le fa’afetai i Le Atua i lona alofa ma lona agalelei auā tapenaga o lenei vaiaso Ae momoli tele atu le fa’afetai fa’apitoa i susuga i fa’afeagaiga ma o latou faletua, ae maise mātua o e na so’oso’o tauau ma tu’utu’u lima mai ma fa’amāmā avega e ala i le fesoasoani mai ua fa’afaigofie ai le fa’amoemoe sā alo atu i ai le fanau mo lenei vaiaso i le fa’amanatuina o le Gagana Samoa. Fa’amanuia pea Le Atua i faiva alofi lima i galu...
May 31, 2024News ~ Pānui
On Thursday 30 May we will be holding our Senior Whānau Hui from 3.30-6.15pm.This is an opportunity to come to the School Hall to meet your student's teachers and discuss their progress towards their academic goals and NCEA this year. You will receive a report on Friday 24 May that will summarise your student's effort so far this year and results in their classes. If you have any questions please contact Mr Orr or@hastingsgirls.comPlease book a time to meet your student's teachers by goin...
May 24, 2024News ~ Pānui
Junior reports were emailed home earlier this week. If you do not receive a report please check your spam or junk folders. If you still haven't got a report please send an updated email address to Rob Orr: or@hastingsgirls.com and you will be resent the report....
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