Today the school hosted a farewell liturgy for Father Mark who is leaving the Parish and moving to Morrinsville. He was sent off with a whole school Haka. Father Mark received a digital print designed by a former student, Vinnie Egan.
Please be aware that the school office will be closed for the first week and a half of the holidays. It will open again on the 10th October.
What a brilliant week it was in The Bay for the AIMS GAMES. AC had 120 keen kids competing and representing Aquinas College with pride across 18 Teams. A special congratulations must go to our Medal Winners! Holly van den Borst – Gold in Rhythmic Gymnastics Kieran Death – Gold in Rock Climbing Ashton Matuku…
The imagery that we get from this parable is clear. A flock of 99 sheep with one sheep becoming distracted and wandering off. Jesus explains this to the Pharisees and the scribes in a way that is relatable even though they are still left scratching their head when Jesus acts in a way that seems…
The Year 12 Retreat this year focused on the theme of ‘Servant Leadership’ and was based on the piece of scripture from Mark 10:45. Students participated in sessions to establish the key aspects of servant leadership and to inwardly reflect on what this means for them as they move into Year 13. Sam Brebner, spoke…
Aquinas was well represented during Winter Tournament Week this year with Basketball, Football, Hockey and Netball teams traveling to Auckland, Rotorua, Hamilton and Whanganui. Below is a brief of how the teams went. Basketball – Junior Girls and Boys Aquinas College basketball was well represented in the recent junior regional championships held in Rotorua during…
Applications for 2020 Aquinas Sports Academy classes are now open. Classes are available at Years 8, 9 and 10. Applications close on Friday 22 November at 5.00pm – no late applications will be accepted. If references are delayed, they will be accepted conditional on application forms being submitted on time. Application forms can be downloaded…
There has been so much positive conversation across our staff following our day with David Wells. Throughout the day we were really challenged by the reminder to not let our ‘how’ become our ‘why’ and recognised the danger of making business the “primary homily of our lives.” Teaching life is busy and can become all…
