Young leaders were in the spotlight today.
An inspirational group of tamariki from across Porirua were celebrated today for their service to their schools and the community.
The Rotary Clubs of Porirua and Porirua City Council presented Primary School Leadership Awards to 54 local school children at a ceremony at Elim Church.
The awards were presented by Deputy Mayor Izzy Ford, and Rotary District Governor Marion Johnstone presented each student with a Rotary International theme pin for 2018-2019.
Deputy Mayor Ford said she was inspired by the integrity, determination and aroha shown by the young award recipients.
“We are lucky to have such wonderful tamariki in Porirua. These inspiring young people not only have bright futures, but are shining right now. We thank you for all you do for others.”
Plimmerton Rotary President Donna Reed said the awards were the inspirational highlight of the year.
“As an educator, I am so proud to acknowledge the leadership in community service of our young people. I love watching them step forward and be acknowledged by their peers and adults. They give me hope that we are leaving the Planet in much better hands.”
Guest speaker Children’s Commissioner Judge Andrew Becroft said the event was a chance to celebrate some of Porirua’s most influential young leaders who are making a real difference.
“Young people are the leaders of today not just the leaders of tomorrow. Young people are capable of being effective, energetic and inspiring leaders now. We need to encourage them and allow them to flourish,” he said.
“This ceremony is a reminder of the creative power that can be unleashed by young people.”
Mana MP Kris Faafoi said this exceptional group of young leaders were an inspiration.
"If you look at the testimonials of each recipient you’ll see that they're all doing such a great job for their school, community and city,” he said.
“No matter their backgrounds, these young and confident leaders are setting a great foundation on environmental issues, enjoying different cultures, helping those in our community who need assistance and perhaps most importantly supporting their friends at school.”
Award
recipients:
Bishop
Viard College – Keanu Tutapakore and Venessa Vaoliko
Brandon
Intermediate – Angel-Newyear Faivalu and Denis Sitama Tupuola
Cannons
Creek School – Wyat Brown
and Thi Khoa Vang
Corinna
School – Eva Bishop and Jillian Tupuse
Discovery
School – Emma Dullabh and Celestine Kaio
Glenview
School – Potiki TeAlei and Luisa Rose Va’a
Holy
Family School – Pleh Meh and Jayelle Temarama
Maraeroa
School – Seepa Kosetatino-Liufau and Skylah Lihone
Natone
Park School – Te Rito Aperahama and Tamure Phillips
Ngāti
Toa School – Peata Edwards
and Tristan
Kaimoana
Papakowhai
School – James van der Voort and Ava Jones
Paremata
School – Noah Cole and Liana Hull
Pāuatahanui
School – Milly Keys and Cameron Judd
Plimmerton
School – Izzy Lauder and Carter Sidwell
Porirua
School – Capri Graham and Lucas Joe
Pukerua
Bay School – Bella Reeve and Nyzanah Ringiao-Taukiri
Rangikura
School – Daisy Connolly and Kaleb Tapara
Russell
School – Rebecca Hmun and Oceana Takao
St
Pius X School – Sophie de Boer and Preston Leaf
St
Theresa’s School – Jayden Reynolds and Courtney Tyrell
Samuel
Marsden Collegiate School – Sophie Berry and Isabella Sharp
Te
Kura Maori o Porirua – Maia Ake McKenna and Andre Marshall
Titahi
Bay Intermediate – Edward Walsh and Shontel Misky
Titahi
Bay North School – Maia Lapointe and Manaia Smith-Bennett
Titahi
Bay School – Jadah Moore-Feu'u and Malachi Osman
Wellington
Seventh Day Adventist School – Jason Faleafaga and Christina Taala
Windley
School – Roman Rask and Vickiana Tuaau
27 Aug 2018
