Mana Pounamu & Kapa Haka

Mana Pounamu & Kapa Haka

Mana Pounamu

The Mana Pounamu Young Achievers Awards recognise Māori secondary school achievers across Otago. The awards are granted across teina (junior) and tuakana (senior) categories. Senior achievers are awarded scholarships towards tertiary education. 

Ka rawe o koutou mahi rakatahi mā.

The stated aim of the Mana Pounamu Awards is to:

“acknowledge the many wonderful accomplishments of rakatahi Māori, and aim to inspire them to consider tertiary education as a natural progression. The Awards provide an opportunity to showcase our future leaders, providing inspirational role models to other Māori youth across the province.”

Kapa Haka

Our kapa haka group provides students from Year 3 up with an opportunity to express and celebrate their Māori heritage and culture by performing traditional Māori arts, including songs, dances, and chants. These groups celebrate Māori culture, build community, and develop skills in singing, dancing, and using traditional instruments. Their performances foster cultural pride and engagement in learning.