Onehunga High School News
 

Tēnā koutou, ki te whānau o Onehunga High School,

The past few weeks at Onehunga High School have been filled with significant celebrations and achievements. Last week, we held our annual Prizegiving ceremony, recognising the hard work and accomplishments of our students across all fields. Alongside Prizegiving, we introduced our first-ever Arts Awards, acknowledging the incredible talents of our students in visual arts, music, drama, and dance. 

We recently held our inaugural Pasifika Awards Evening, featuring guest speaker Carmel Sepuloni, who shared inspiring words on the importance of academic success. Her message resonated deeply with students and families, underscoring our shared commitment to both education and cultural pride within our community.

With exams now underway for the senior school and junior exams beginning next week, it’s essential for students to stay organised and approach each day with focus. Arriving at school ahead of start times can help ease any last-minute nerves, and having a clear plan for each exam day is key. Alongside academic preparation, prioritising health is crucial; balanced meals, daily physical activity, and a consistent sleep routine will support students' concentration and help reduce stress.

Supporting student well-being at Onehunga High School is essential. To strengthen this commitment, we’ve introduced SchoolTV, a resource that provides whānau with valuable tools and advice to support young people through today’s challenges. Our dedicated counselling team is also here to support students directly, helping them navigate school life. 

As we enter Term 4, our final term of the year, it’s a time for reflection and review. There is much to be proud of.

Thank you for your continued support.

Have a great weekend. 

Shameen Hayat
PRINCIPAL

 
 
 

Sports 

College Sport Young Sportsperson of the Year
We are pleased to announce that Lisa Hellyer has been named a finalist for the prestigious Young Sportsperson of the Year award for 2024.

Lisa was nominated for her outstanding achievements in distance running, which include her road race and cross-country successes this season. Notably, she was crowned the Intermediate age group champion for both Auckland School events. Lisa was also recently awarded the Onehunga High School Dux Ludorum as the top sportsperson at our school.

The YSPOTY Awards Ceremony will be held on Thursday, 28th November.

Congratulaitons Lisa Hellyer, we are very proud of your achievements. 


The junior summer sports season is at its midway point for our Onehunga High teams.

Junior Volleyball
Onehunga High School has five teams competing in the College Sports competitions this term, with our teams performing admirably in their respective grades.
Auckland Junior A:

  • The Junior Boys A team is competing in the Central West A Grade. They finished in 1st place.
  • The Junior A Girls have secured 6th place in their division.

Central Junior:

  • The Junior Boys B team had a challenging season, finishing 8th overall in their pool.
  • Our two Junior Girls B teams, Red and Green, each finished 1st in their respective pools, rounding out an impressive season. The Junior Girls Red team completed their season undefeated.


Junior Water Polo

After three rounds, our OHS Junior Mixed Water Polo team is currently in 7th place. The competition will split into Championship and Plate divisions after this weekend’s last round.

Junior Softball Slowpitch Tournament

The OHS team, comprising mostly first-time players, trained for a month under the guidance of Mr. Trafford in preparation for the tournament. Despite a challenging draw with minimal breaks between games, the team earned a commendable 3rd place finish.
- OHS 12-7 Howick Red
- OHS 9-7 MAGS
- OHS 14-3 Waiorea Kohine
- SF: OHS 0-4 TKM Nga Tapuwae Taitama
- 3rd Place: OHS 11-7 Selwyn

Girls 9-a-Side T20 Cricket
Following early season success in the Division 2 T20 Tournament, our girls' cricket team has joined the Auckland Schools Competition. They began their campaign with a bye, followed by a 29-run win over Macleans College and a loss to Green Bay High Junior XI. The team has two home games on 13th and 20th November, so please come along to support our aspiring cricketers.

Senior Awards Ceremony 2024

The highlight of the school year for many is the Senior Awards Ceremony, which is a formal celebration of the outstanding achievements of so many of our students.

View More
 
 
 

Pasifika Awards Ceremony 2024

The inaugural Pasifika Awards evening held last Friday at school was a wonderful evening of celebration. It was a real privilege to share with students and their families the successes of so many. A huge faafetai tele lava to everyone who attended and congratulations to everyone who received an award.

View More
 
 
 

Celebrating the Arts!

The inaugural OHS Arts Awards was a joyous occasion. Students, whānau and staff came to celebrate the creativity and skill of our most talented young people.

View More
 
 
 

Year 11 Awards Ceremony 2024.

Tali Feu’u opened the Year 11 Award Ceremony with a Karakia followed by a Mihimihi delivered by Leigh’Gin Kuluia Hampton- Toko-Mikahere. A rousing Waiata Tautoko was performed by the Kapa Haka Rōpū.

View More
 
 
 

Student Wellbeing

Access the Hauora Centre and SchoolTV to support student wellbeing at OHS

View More
 
 
 

A Trip to Japan - Memories for Life.

Five senior OHS students have returned from the Tsunami Awareness Day held in Kumamoto, Japan, inspired by all they experienced. Vansh Kumar's report follows.

View More
 
 
 

Congratulations Anna!

Congratulations to Year 9 student Anna Lightbody, who was recently named Runner Up in the Rangatahi section of the Tāmaki Makaurau Zero Waste Awards.

View More
 
 
 

Level 3 DVC Students Work Impresses.

Should the Auckland City light rail project ever be resurrected by the government, they may do well to speak to students in this year's Level 3 DVC class.

View More
 
 
 

Laughter and Fun for The Importance of Being Earnest.

Level 1 Drama students performed an abridged version of Oscar Wildes, ‘The Importance of Being Earnest” to delighted audiences last night.

View More
 
 
 

Careers

This week, 25 of our junior students visited an expo at MOTAT to delve into the world of science and STEM careers. Working together, they designed and built a suspension bridge, gaining hands-on experience with engineering principles and problem-solving. They also tested their skills flying drones, exploring the science of aerodynamics and how drone technology is transforming industries. Through virtual reality, they journeyed into the ocean's depths, uncovering advances in marine technology. Students had the chance to engage with cutting-edge innovations, including the HoloLens, new identification software, and developments in photonics and light manipulation. The expo provided an exciting glimpse into career paths in engineering and aviation, with many students showing a keen interest in what it takes to become a pilot.

 
 
 
 

 
 

NCEA Summer School - Enrol Now!

These courses will give you the literacy requirements for some jobs and for further study. We will register you on the NZQA website. In order to fulfill the literacy requirements for University Entrance you must have 5 credits at Level 2 or higher in Reading and 5 credits at Level 2 or higher in Writing. These courses are designed for students who would like to complete or gain literacy credits/UE Entrance.    
      
If you are interested in enrolling please complete the form (see link below) and send to Maryam Taghavi [email protected].    
   
https://onehungahigh.ibcdn.nz/media/2024_10_16_ncea-dle-brochure-2024.pdf

Read more on our website