Education
Nukutere’s ‘superpower’ students raise $3505 through art auction
Wednesday 29 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
A special silent auction exhibition showcasing the artwork of Nukutere College’s remarkable ‘superpower’ students raised an impressive $3505.
Parental involvement key to student success: Yaqona
Saturday 25 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Proud parents and families of Nukutere College turned out in full force with an abundance of ei tipani and tiare māori to reward their children’s academic and sporting achievements at the prize giving awards ceremony yesterday morning.
‘Superpower’ students unleash their creativity in silent auction
Thursday 23 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, National
Vivid art pieces created by special needs “superpower” students at Nukutere College are set to go up in a two-day “silent” auction which starts today.
Storyteller battles language loss with children’s novel
Tuesday 21 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Storytelling has long been a cherished practice for preserving culture, celebrating heritage, and sharing diverse perspectives.
Hard work pays off for Montagot
Saturday 18 November 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
The Tereora College Princess Anne Hall was filled to capacity with proud parents and families as they gathered for the school’s senior prize-giving event yesterday.
Cook Islands schools to benefit from ADB-funded WASH facilities upgrade
Friday 17 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced the commencement of project works to improve the water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities of Cook Islands’ schools this month.
New programme to develop next generation of Cook Islands tourism leaders
Thursday 2 November 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, Local, National, Tourism
Cook Islands Tourism Corporation (CIT), Air New Zealand, and Pacific Resort Hotel Group (PRHG) have partnered to launch the Cook Islands Tourism Leadership Programme.
Cook Islands school leavers getting overseas qualifications without leaving home
Wednesday 25 October 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Education, National
An initiative giving Cook Islands school leavers a pathway to work full-time and study at a New Zealand university, all while staying close to family, is close to welcoming the final intake of its first cycle.
Off to a ‘roaring start’: Te Uki Ou Junior College programme proves a hit
Tuesday 24 October 2023 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National
The new Te Uki Ou Junior College is off to a roaring start with positive feedback from students, families and teachers, says the school management.
Samsung in talks with Cook Islands to promote STEAM education
Friday 6 October 2023 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Education, National, Technology
Ministry of Education is in discussions with Samsung Electronics Co., a South Korean multinational major appliance and consumer electronics corporation, to build interest and proficiency in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) within Cook Islands secondary schools.
Cook Islanders attend US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship
Tuesday 3 October 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National
Cook Islanders Jackie Rongo and Pekalani Fisher are in Washington DC attending the inaugural US-Pacific Institute for Rising Leaders Fellowship.
School receives Japanese grant to renovate roofing and replace water tank
Friday 29 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Imanuela Akatemia has been awarded a grant of more than $112,000 from the Japan Embassy in New Zealand.
School students get the fire safety message
Wednesday 27 September 2023 | Written by Al Williams | Published in Education, National
Apii Te Uki Ou are among the first Cook Islands students to be involved in a campaign for readiness and preparedness for fires.
Autism students to display masterpieces at inaugural art auction
Tuesday 26 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Following 10 weeks of fun and hard work, the cool and creative artists of Takavekave Tatou, the Autism Cook Islands art programme, will be displaying their masterpieces this Thursday evening.
New children’s book celebrates Māori culture and language
Saturday 23 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Back before alarm clocks startled people awake to greet the morning, noisy roosters performed that daily duty. Today, the persistent crowing of the roosters still continues in the early mornings.
Apii St Joseph’s principal role advertised
Tuesday 19 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, National
Rarotonga’s Apii St Joseph’s Primary has advertised a full time position for the school’s principal.
College students step up for showcase
Tuesday 12 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Tereora College students are gearing up to showcase their exceptional talents and creativity in the highly anticipated Tūrangavaevae Performing Arts assessment.
More questions surrounding ‘concrete pads' outside of Apii Takitumu grounds
Tuesday 5 September 2023 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Local, National
Acting Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure Cook Islands (ICI) Albert Nicholas has clarified questions surrounding the newly constructed concrete pads outside Apii Takitumu.
Scholarship programmes connecting Australia and the Cook Islands return
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Joanne Holden | Published in Education, National
A scholarship programme sending Australian undergraduates to study in more than 40 locations across the Indo-Pacific region has returned to the Cook Islands after Covid-19 ground travel to a halt.
Students acknowledged for Tangi Kaara participation
Monday 4 September 2023 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Art, Education, Features, Local, National
Culture is the “heart” of the CITC (Cook Islands Trading Corporation), and for many years the company has sponsored numerous cultural activities and events.
