KO TE TOHU I WAIHOTIA A TE WHITI KO TE RAUKURA KIA WHAKAARO PAI KI NGĀ TANGATA KATOA, AHAKOA KO WAI, AHAKOA NŌ WHEA.
“Goodwill to all mankind”
In Te Mātā Puawaitanga, our tamariki have been exploring meaningful strategies for looking after one another, providing a beautiful foundation for our discussions around Anti-Bullying. At the heart of our learning is our localized raukura value: “Kia whai kororia ki te Atua i runga rawa. Kia maungarongo ki runga ki te whenua. Kia whakaaro pai ki ngā tangata katoa” (Glory to God on high, peace on Earth, and goodwill to all mankind). This is a treasured value that Te Atiawa Iwi has fostered since 1860, passed down from the time of our prophets, Tohu and Te Whiti.
The teaching of “Kia whakaaro pai ki ngā tangata katoa, ahakoa ko wai, ahakoa nō whea” (showing goodwill to all people, no matter who they are or where they come from) aligns perfectly with the Pink Shirt Day message: “Kōrero Mai, Kōrero Atu. Mauri Tū, Mauri Ora.” Together, we have been focusing on the importance of treating everyone with respect, kindness, and consideration. Our goal is to encourage open conversations about how we wish to be treated, empowering our students to speak up confidently and trust those they confide in. Ultimately, we are celebrating our differences, understanding that everyone comes from unique backgrounds and cultures, and embracing that diversity whole-heartedly.
Do you have a whānau, community, individual, school or/and iwi value that aligns with Pink Shirt Day?