| | For staff: | For ākonga: |
Wairua o te Whānau │ Family Spirit Relating to each other as members of a loving family | Relating to each other as members of a loving family Building community, making people from all cultures and backgrounds feel at home Providing a warm welcome, accepting people and providing a sense of belonging Being a brother/sister to everyone Setting and living with clear standards Providing preferential attention to those whose needs are greatest Encouraging a spirit of partnership in teaching and learning | We see this when: We treat fellow ākonga, kaiako and others in our school community with respect We support each other to do our best in lessons We do not let anybody feel left out We respect everybody for who they are |
Ngawari │Simplicity Being straightforward, transparent and honest in all we do. | Being genuine and straightforward Saying what we believe Doing what we believe and say Being honest to oneself and before God Valuing oneself and others for who they are Being open and truthful Being humble and modest Being aware of one’s limitations and potential Keeping things simple, rooted in real life and practical Being able to organise oneself Using language that is understandable | We see this when: We are honest in our words and actions We follow the systems of the school We are humble and modest We are honest before God |
Ki te Huarahi o Maria │ In the way of Mary Caring for each other as Mary, “our good mother”, would do. | Being positive role models Having faith in God Being faithful and loyal Being open to God’s call and being prepared to respond wholeheartedly for a good cause Providing for other people and sharing whatever you have Giving each other space when needed Being forgiving, while offering good advice and guidance Being compassionate Working for peace and unity Being conciliatory and putting others first | We see this when: We are sensitive to the needs of those around us – this means helping people when they need We share with others We are loyal and faithful We give others space when they need it |
Aroaro │Presence Being available to others without expecting anything in return. | Giving and making oneself available to another Caring, making time for each other Establishing relationships founded on love and mutual respect Treating people or their property with consideration Getting involved, contributing Looking out for one another Being attentive and welcoming Fostering openness, helping one another grow | We see this when: We are in the right place at the right time We care for each other and make time for others We treat our environment with consideration We are welcoming and attentive |
Aroha ki te Mahi │Love of Work Being responsible. | Being a person of work and an enemy of laziness “Roll up our sleeves” attitude to get the job done Persevering in our daily work and efforts Being responsible Attending carefully to complete work to the highest standard Making work purposeful Supporting one another when work is difficult Using work to develop a strong character and resilience, a balanced moral conscience and solid values Developing a sense of personal planning and motivation Fostering teamwork | We see this when: We have a ‘can do’ attitude We pursue our personal excellence We support one another when times are difficult We help others to learn and feel part of a team |
