Education
Marine biologist inspires Tereora students
Wednesday 11 March 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Anthony Vavia, who is presently undertaking his PhD studies in Marine Biology on his home island of Mitiaro, this week spoke to Tereora College students on his chosen field of study.
Teachers say 'we'll soldier on'
Tuesday 10 March 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Teacher shortages create pressure for already heavy workload.
How to selfie- improve
Tuesday 3 March 2020 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Education
Tereora College students can now do internships with the Rarotonga water authority following an agreement between the two organisations.
Show of pride at prefect induction
Monday 2 March 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Newly-inducted student leaders of Tereora College are ready to serve.
Pa Enua students granted future
Thursday 27 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
At the end of year 11, Danielle Nimeti had a realisation: anyone can achieve anything, even if they come from a small island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
Court restrains haircut school
Wednesday 26 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
An Australian court has issued an interim injunction stopping a private school expelling a 5-year-old Cook Islands boy because of the length of his hair.
Today's prefects, tomorrow's leaders
Tuesday 25 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Newly-inducted primary school prefects from Apii Nikao and Takitumu are ready to take on the challenge.
Students combat drink-driving
Monday 24 February 2020 | Published in Education
Grown-ups may be slow to change their dangerous drink-drive habits – but young Cook Islanders are stepping up and taking responsibility.
Children stranded by school closures
Wednesday 19 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Prime Minister tells officials to do a better job of informing the public about weather emergencies like the one that closed schools yesterday. Katrina Tanirau and Jonathan Milne report.
Cabbages for dinner tonight!
Tuesday 18 February 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
Senior students at Apii Avarua are participating in the first school growing programme to encourage them into agriculture careers.
Kids Page: School opens 'sea view' playground
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Committed parents worked tirelessly on the weekends to complete Apii Te Uki Ou’s beach front recreation area.
Lead by example, prefects urged
Saturday 15 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
New inducted school prefects receive timely advice from a former class leader.
Leaving the job he loves
Thursday 13 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Thomas Henderson is one local teacher who has resigned from his role at Tereora College because of pay disparity.
Dogs pose danger to students
Tuesday 11 February 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Fears for students mount with dogs on the loose in school grounds.
Five generations at prefect induction
Monday 10 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Five generations were present at the St Joseph’s Primary School prefect induction for deputy head boy Charles-Trevor Woonton.
Araura invests in the future
Saturday 8 February 2020 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education
Araura primary school’s new young leaders are working together to make school a happy and fun place.
Kids page: Schools return with gardens, umu and more
Saturday 1 February 2020 | Published in Education
Excitement is growing, routines are being put in place as children return to school. Hereiti File reports.
Climb every mountain, swim every sea …
Thursday 30 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
Avatiu Netball Club president Edith Nicholas believes in the philosophy of “keeping the gates open”.
Teachers are trained up in first aid
Tuesday 28 January 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Education
Apii Avarua, Arorangi and St Joseph’s school teachers were part of a two-day first aid training run by Cook Islands Red Cross Society.
Excitement builds as children head back to school
Monday 27 January 2020 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Education
School bags are packed with books and stationery, hair has been cut, uniforms are ironed and delicious lunches are ready to go. It’s back to school time in Cook Islands!
