Within the Kahu block, we have our Year 7/8 homerooms. Here, these junior classes participate in Mathematics, Social Studies, English and Health for 15 hours each week.
Alongside being the Head of Faculty for the Year 7 and 8 students, I teach a Homeroom class and Mathematics. Within our Homeroom programme, students engage in English (Reading and Writing), Social Sciences, Health, and Mathematics. Wherever possible, we take an integrated approach—particularly in English and Social Sciences—exploring events, people, and perspectives from both the past and present. This helps students build a deeper understanding of cultures, connections, and the world around them. In Health, we focus on hauora, encouraging students to understand how their minds and bodies work together, and to develop strategies that support their wellbeing. Mathematics, meanwhile, is about building confidence as much as capability. We challenge ourselves to step outside our comfort zones, discovering just how much maths we use in everyday life, while learning practical strategies and algorithms in engaging and meaningful ways. Overall, my goal is to foster a learning environment where students are curious, resilient, and connected—both to their learning and to each other and they feel known and supported.
Like the Kāhu, look for the opportunity.
The Kāhu or Swamp Hawk watches over this learning space, used by many of our Juniors as a hub for learning and socialising. This space also provides private 'break-out' spaces used individually or collaboratively.
