Education
Pukapuka’s Apii Niua dux to attend Tereora College in 2025
Saturday 7 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Pukapuka’s Apii Niua, the biggest school in the Northern Group boasting a roll number of over 180 students, held its annual prize-giving day on Wednesday which was celebrated by the whole community.
Goldsworthy shines at Apii Te Uki Ou prize giving
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Yesterday, Te Are Karioi Nui domes came alive with entertaining cultural performances by the Apii Te Uki Ou students and academic award presentations to celebrate the school’s Prize Giving Day.
Autism students serve up a delicious experience
Thursday 5 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Autism Cook Islands (ACI) is forging ahead with their student training programme at their Studio Blue centre in Nikao having catered for 17 invited guests.
Gribble named Dux of Apii Takitumu
Wednesday 4 December 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Apii Takitumu held its annual prize giving awards yesterday, bringing together parents, families and the community to celebrate the achievements of their students.
Wearing soars to the top
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
It was an emotional roller coaster for 17-year-old Katee Wearing, who was named Tereora College Dux 2024 at the annual prize-giving ceremony on Thursday evening, held in the school hall packed with families and loved ones.
Paddlers honour friend with donation
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Paddling, Sports
The Dennes Boys Vaka Eiva crew from Australia has generously donated stationery supplies, sports equipment and t-shirts to Apii Takitumu in Matavera.
Tereora College honours top students
Saturday 30 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
The sounds of drums and joyful cheers drowned out the pouring rain as over 700 students of Tereora College celebrated the end of the academic year with their annual prize-giving event on Thursday night.
‘We want to stay’: Blackrock Preschool community dismayed over relocation
Thursday 28 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
Concerned parents and grandparents of children attending Blackrock Preschool have expressed dismay over Cook Islands Investment Corporation’s decision to relocate the beloved preschool to prioritise the development of sporting codes.
Cook Islands scholar joins science academy
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Environment, National
Cook Islands will benefit from the launch of the Pacific Academy of Sciences, which promotes the study of natural and social science, indigenous knowledge and technology.
First Cook Islander joins prestigious fellowship
Wednesday 27 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, Local, National, Weekend
As the first Cook Islander to be accepted into a “lifetime” fellowship, Louisa Castledine is looking forward to introducing Cook Islands to a global league of academic leaders, change-makers and visionaries.
Pacific leaders meet in Rarotonga to discuss higher education
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National, Politics, Regional
The 98th Meeting of the University of the South Pacific (USP) Council commenced yesterday at The Edgewater Resort and Spa, attracting Ministers and education leaders from across the Pacific to discuss the future of tertiary education in the region.
Cook Islands seek greater investment in USP Cook Islands Campus
Tuesday 26 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Education, National, Regional
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration (MFAI) Secretary, Tepaeru Herrmann, met with University of the South Pacific (USP) Vice-Chancellor Professor Pal Ahluwalia, who is in Rarotonga for the 98th USP Council meeting.
Aspiring doctor is Nukutere Dux
Monday 25 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Elizabeth Akava Akaruru, a 15-year-old with dreams of becoming a doctor, was named the top student of Nukutere College 2024.
Read, read, read
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education, Features, National, Weekend
To be a writer, you need to read, read, read, says children’s book author Karen McMillan, who recently wrote Elastic Island Adventures: Rarotonga.
Nukutere College celebrates achievements
Saturday 23 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Nukutere College held its highly anticipated annual prizegiving ceremony yesterday celebrating the academic, cultural, and sporting achievements of its students.
Nukutere art up for silent auction
Friday 22 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, Local, National
An inspiring collection of artwork by the Nukutere College inclusive education “superpower” art students is now on display.
USP Student body represents 14,000 students
Thursday 21 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National, Pacific Islands, Regional
The University of the South Pacific Students’ Association (USPSA) from 14 campuses spanning 12 member countries convened in Rarotonga yesterday representing the voice of 14,000 students.
Nukutere’s “superpower” kids auction art pieces
Wednesday 20 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
To celebrate the creativity and talent of the inclusive education “superpower” class at Nukutere College, a silent auction will be held this week.
Teacher turnover a challenge
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Education, National
Tereora College is reportedly seeing an increase in teacher departures, with suggestions that as many as nine teachers are set to leave the school this year.
Reuniting since carefree primary school days
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Nearly thirty years have passed since their carefree days of primary school, yet the memories remain bright in those who shared laughter, and adventure in those early years.
