Kia ora koutou e te whānau,

This week is Cook Island Māori Language Week.

The 2025 theme for Cook Islands Māori Language Week is "Ātui'tui’ia au ki te raurau a tōku matakeinanga – Connect me to the offerings of my people." 

To our school families who are Cook Islanders, enjoy your special week and have a wonderful time celebrating with your family and friends.

Welcome to Toviyah, who started on Monday and Sharon, who started yesterday, in Room 1. Welcome to the Sacred Heart Cathedral School. You are going to love your time here and will make lifelong friends.

Our staff had a wonderful day at St Patrick's College, learning and growing with colleagues. We had an AI focus - special thanks to Stephanie (Frank's Mum), who facilitated an amazing session for us all.

I also want to acknowledge Sue and Kate, who shared a workshop at our hui on the Sacred Heart Cathedral School's journey with Positive Behaviour for Learning. The presentation was very warmly received and a great reflection of the wonderful initiatives in place for our students.

Looking out for each other - special thanks to the two students and the Grandparent who supported one of our teachers when she tripped coming up the stairs last Thursday. Kindness and compassion in action.

We have a wonderful selection of candidates who have put themselves forward to be on our school board. Please don't forget to vote.

"We pray for a safe and nurturing school environment where all members of our community can thrive. May we work together to build a community of love, respect, and understanding. In Jesus' name, Amen."

Have a wonderful week. Thank you for everything that you do for our school.

It is hard to believe we are 63% through the school year already. 

Arohanui,
Bernadette Murfitt
Tumuaki
Sacred Heart Cathedral School