At Aquinas College we are extremely fortunate to be able to offer the following Itinerant Music Lessons in school time. There is no cost for the actual lessons but there will be a $15.00 charge to cover folders and music that students receive and may keep. We do have a small number of instruments available…
Year 10 student Baxter Blair has been selected to join the New Zealand Youth Symphonic Wind Band. It is open for those at Grade 7 or higher level, for musicians up to the age of 25 years. For a Year 10 student to make achieve a New Zealand wide, national representative place in this band…
A number of talented students and staff have been wowing audiences with their singing, acting and dancing talents. Mary Poppins ran for 6 nights are Baycourt in September. Star of previous school productions Bugsy Malone and Oliver, Yr. 11 Michael Graham appeared alongside his father, Fraser Graham, cast as George Banks. Katie Graham, a Yr…
I know you don’t think you should take a break right now. Why? Because you’re too busy. This column is probably one of many internet tabs you have open. Your to-do list is likely overflowing and packed with both menial chores and massive assignments. However did you know that a break is actually what could…
Aquinas College is celebrating Maori Language week with some fun activities and challenges to encourage staff as well as students to have a go at Te Reo. Yr. 11 student Laura Smith is hoping students take up the challenge to learn their Pepeha, a form of introduction that establishes identity and heritage. Yr 11 Izzy…
Congratulations to the following students who were recognized at the 2017 Honours Assembly. These students have made exceptional contributions in the areas of performing arts, special Catholic character and sports. SPECIAL CATHOLIC CHARACTER Aileen Harwood – Aileen receives her Special Character Honours in recognition of her outstanding contribution to AC Army. In this new and ongoing…
Sadly, Maria Ngatai passed away on Friday 28th July 2017 after a long illness. Maria was the wife of Kihi Ngatai, our college Kaumatua, and was an important figure in the establishment of the College and our tikanga. Together Maria and Kihi campaigned the Hamilton Bishop and local iwi for the founding of our Catholic…
60 students wowed an audience of parents, friends and supporters at last week’s Performing Arts Night. Held at Otumoetai Baptist Church, the event showcased the talents of the school choir Voci Celesti, the Concert Band, the Jazz Band and senior drama classes. The event was coordinated by Mrs Cooney, the Head of Music, who also directs and…
Congratulations to Eliza Ward (Year 8), Michael Graham (Year 11) and Abigail Speight (Yr12) who have been announced as part of the Tauranga Musical Theatre’s production of Mary Poppins cast that will run from 23 Sept – 7th Oct at Baycourt Theatre. Michael will play the part of Valentine and Eliza the role of Jane…
Our congratulations go to Bella Wright (Year 9) for being offered the role of Brigitta von Trapp in “The Sound of Music” 20 city touring company that will commence on 29 Sept – 29 Oct hitting the stage throughout New Zealand.
